2003 Pontiac Bonneville Owners Manual

Doors and Locks

Door Locks

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Passengers - especially children - can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle won’t open it. You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren’t locked. So, wear safety belts properly and lock the doors whenever you drive.

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Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out. A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it. Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle. Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening.

There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. If your vehicle has a theft-deterrent system and it is activated, unlock the doors only with the key or remote keyless entry system. This will avoid setting off the alarm. See Universal Theft-Deterrent on page 2-27 for more information.

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To unlock the door from the outside, use your door key or remote keyless entry transmitter (if equipped). Turning the door key toward the rear of the vehicle will unlock the door. Turning the door key toward the front of the vehicle will lock it.

Central Door Unlocking System

If your vehicle has a theft-deterrent system, all doors will unlock if the key is held in the outside key cylinder unlock position for more than two seconds. The doors will also unlock if the key is turned to the unlock position twice in three seconds.

Power Door Locks

With power door locks, you can lock or unlock all the doors on your vehicle using the driver’s or front passenger’s door lock switch.

To lock the door from the inside, push the manual door lock forward. To unlock the door, push the manual door lock rearward.

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Delayed Locking This feature lets the driver delay the actual locking of the vehicle. When the driver’s power door lock switch or the remote keyless entry lock button is pressed, with the key removed from the ignition and the driver’s door open, a chime will sound three times to signal that the delayed locking system is active. When all doors have been closed, the doors will lock automatically after five seconds. If any door is opened before this, the five-second timer will reset itself once all the doors have been closed again. Pressing a power door lock switch or the remote keyless entry lock button again will override this feature. Personalization Programming The delayed locking feature can be turned on or off. If your vehicle is equipped with the Driver Information Center (DIC), you must program this feature through the DIC. See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-62.

If your vehicle is not equipped with remote keyless entry, the delayed locking feature can be turned on or off by using the following procedure: 1. Keep all doors closed, the vehicle in PARK (P) and

the ignition on throughout this procedure.

2. Press and hold the driver’s power door lock switch

in LOCK through Step 4.

3. Cycle the parking lamp switch from off to on six times. On the sixth cycle, the doors will unlock to confirm that the feature has been turned on. Your doors will remain locked if delayed locking is off. If the doors unlock, delayed locking is on.

4. To change modes, cycle the parking lamp

switch once more. A locking action will confirm the new mode.

5. Release the power door lock switch.

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To turn the feature off, repeat the previous procedure. If your vehicle is equipped with remote keyless entry, your vehicle can be programmed to each driver’s preference for each of the transmitters. Use the following procedure to turn the feature off using the corresponding transmitter: 1. Keep all doors closed, the vehicle in PARK (P) and

the ignition on throughout this procedure.

2. Press and hold the power door lock switch in LOCK

throughout this procedure. All the doors will lock.

3. Press the button with the unlock symbol on the transmitter. The lock delay is still on and all the doors will unlock.

4. Press the button with the unlock symbol on the transmitter again. Lock delay is now off and all the doors will lock.

5. Release the power door lock switch. To turn this teature on, repear tne previous proceciure. This procedure changes the mode for only the transmitter used to change this setting. The procedure will need to be repeated for the second transmitter.

Programmable Automatic Door Locks Close the doors and turn on the ignition. Every time you move the shift lever out of PARK (P), all of the doors will lock. And, every time you stop and move the shift lever into PARK (P), the doors will unlock. If someone needs to get out while you’re not in PARK (P), have that person use the manual door lock or the power door lock switch. When the door is closed again, it will not lock automatically, Use the manual door lock or the power door lock switch to lock the door again. Personalization Programming 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).

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If your vehicle is equipped with remote keyless entry, use the following procedure to change modes: 1.

Keep all doors closed, the vehicle in PARK (P) and the ignition on throughout this procedure. Press and hold the driver’s power door lock switch in LOCK through Step 4. Press the button with the lock symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter. The automatic door locks will remain in the current mode. Press the button with the lock symbol on the transmitter again. Each time the transmitter’s lock button is pressed, the mode will advance by one, going from 3 to 0 to 1, etc. The door locks will cycle according to the mode entered. (Mode “ 0 has no feedback.) Release the power door lock switch. The automatic door locks will remain in the most recent mode selected.

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This procedure changes the mode for only the transmitter used to change this setting. The procedure will need to be repeated for the second transmitter.

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 OFF (DIC equipped vehicles only). Mode 5: All doors automatically lock when shifted out of PARK (P). All doors automatically unlock when the key is turned to OFF (DIC equipped vehicles only). If your vehicle is equipped with the Driver Information Center (DIC), you must program this feature through the DIC. See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-62. If your vehicle is not equipped with remote keyless entry, use the following procedure to change modes: 1.

Keep all doors closed, the vehicle in PARK (P) and the ignition on throughout this procedure. Press and hold the driver’s power door lock switch in LOCK through Step 3. Cycle the shift lever, starting in PARK (P), out of PARK (P) and then back into PARK (P), to advance by one mode for each cycle. After the first cycle, you will hear a door locking action, which identifies the current mode. Release the power door lock switch. The automatic door locks will remain in the most recent mode selected.

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Overriding Lock Delay If you need to lock your doors before shifting out of PARK (P), just use the manual door lock or the power door lock switch to lock the doors. Rear Door Security Locks

I Your vehicle is equipped

with rear door security locks that prevent passengers from opening the rear doors of your vehicle from the inside.

To use one of these locks, do the following: 1. Open the rear door you want to lock. 2. Move the lever located on the inside door edge, all

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3. Close the door. 4. Do the same thing to the other rear door lock.

The rear doors of your vehicle cannot be opened from the inside when this feature is in use. To open a rear door when the security lock is on, do the following:

1. Unlock the door. 2. Then open the door from the outside. If you don’t cancel the security lock feature, adults or older children who ride in the rear seat won’t be able to open the rear door from the inside. You should let adults and older children know how these security locks work, and how to cancel the locks. To cancel the rear door lock, do the following: 1. Unlock and open the door from the outside. 2. Move the lever all the way down to the unlock

symbol.

3. Do the same for the other rear door. The rear door locks will now work normally.

Lockout Protection The power door locks will not work if the key is in the ignition and any door is open. You can override this deer !ock ssvitch It;arul& F n r . + , for more than three seconds.

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Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle, take your keys, open your door and set the locks from the inside. Then get out and close the door. You may also use the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter after shutting the doors. If your vehicle has a theft-deterrent system, see Universal Theft-Deterrent on page 2-21. Trunk

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It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You can’t see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death.

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If you must drive with the trunk lid open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the trunk lid:

Make sure all other windows are shut. Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed and select the control setting that will force outside air into your vehicle. See “Climate Controls” in the Index. If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel, open them all the way.

See “Engine Exhaust” in the Index.

Trunk Lock Release To unlock the trunk from the outside, insert the master key and turn it.

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Remote Trunk Release

If you have this option, press the trunk release button located in the glove box to open the trunk lid.

Remote Trunk Release Lockout If your vehicle has this feature, in order to secure items in the trunk, lock the glove box with the master key and take your key and remote keyless entry transmitter with you. The valet key cannot open the trunk or the glovebox. Trunk Security Override If your vehicle has this feature, pressing the trunk symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter opens the trunk even if the glove box is locked.

The key does not have to be in the ignition for the remote trunk button to work. The transaxle must be in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). The system also works with the remote keyless entry system, if your vehicle has this feature.

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Emergency Trunk Release Handle

Notice: The emergency trunk release handle is not designed to be used to tie down the trunk lid or as an anchor point when securing items in the trunk. Improper use of the emergency trunk release handle could damage it. There is a glow-in-the-dark emergency trunk release handle located in the trunk near the trunk latch. This handle will glow following exposure to light. Pull the release handle up to the open the trunk from the inside.

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Windows

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

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Power Windows

Switches on the driver’s door panel operate each of the windows when the ignition is on or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. In addition, each passenger door has a switch for its own window. Express-Down Window When the driver’s or front passenger’s window switch, marked AUTO, is pushed all the way rearward, the window will lower completely. The window can be opened in smaller amounts by pressing the switch rearward slightly, to the first stop.

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To stop the window while it is lowering in the express mode, press the switch again, then release it. To raise the window, hold the switch forward. Window Lock Out Press the LOCK button on the driver’s door armrest to disable all of the passenger window switches. If your vehicle has a Driver Information Center (DIC), you can also set this feature to only lock out the rear window switches. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 3-57. All driver’s window switches will still be operable. Press the LOCK button again to allow passengers to use their window switches. An indicator light in the button will glow when the window lock out feature is active. 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 sunshade remains to block glare from the front. Visor Vanity Mirror Open the cover to expose the vanity mirror. If your vehicle has the optional lighted vanity mirrors, the lamps come on when you open the cover.

Theft-Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. Universal Theft-Deterrent If your vehicle has this feature, it has a theft-deterrent alarm system. With this system, the SECURITY light will flash as you open the door if your ignition is in OFF.

SECURITY

This light on the instrument panei cluster reminds you to activate the theft-deterrent system when leaving your vehicle.

To activate the system, do the following:

1. Open the door. 2. Lock the door with the power door lock switch while

the door is open, or use the remote keyless entry transmitter (if equipped). The SECURITY light should come on and stay on.

3. Close all doors. The SECURITY light should go off after about 30 seconds and the system will then be armed.

If the SECURITY light comes on for one minute and then shuts off while the ignition is on, the security system has detected a problem. See your dealer for service. If a door is opened without the key or remote keyless entry transmitter, or if the door key cylinders are damaged, the alarm will go off. The exterior lamps will flash and the horn will sound for 30 seconds, then will go off in order to save battery power. Remember, the theft-deterrent system won’t activate if YQL! !ock the doors with a key or manual door lock. It activates only if you use a power door lock switch while the door is open, or the remote keyless entry transmitter. Avoid setting off the alarm by accident. Always unlock a door with a key, or use the remote keyless entry transmitter. Unlocking a door any other way will set off the alarm. If you set off the alarm by accident, unlock the driver’s door with your key. You can also turn off the alarm by pressing the button with the unlock symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter. The alarm won’t stop if you try to uniock a door any other Way.

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Testing the Alarm 1. From inside the vehicle, roll down the window. 2. Activate the system by locking the doors with the power door lock switch while the door is open, or with the remote keyless entry transmitter.

3. Get out of the vehicle, close the door and wait for

the SECURITY light to go out.

4. Then, reach in through the window, unlock the door with the manual door lock and open the door. This should set off the alarm.

If the alarm does not sound when it should, check to see if the horn works. The horn fuse may be blown. To replace the fuse, see Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-92. If the alarm does not sound, or the exterior lamps do not flash, see your dealer. Content Theft-Deterrent If your vehicle has this option, it has a content theft-deterrent alarm system. A light located in your Twilight Sentinel@ cluster, above the fog lamp button, will begin to flash 30 seconds after the vehicle ignition is turned off to let you know the system has been armed. While armed, the doors will not unlock with the power door lock switch. 2-22

Once armed, the alarm will go off if someone tries to enter the vehicle without using the remote keyless entry transmitter or a key, breaks a window, tries to damage the vehicle or turns the ignition to ON. If any of these do occur, the horn will sound and the parking lamps will flash for up to two minutes. PASS-Key@ 111 Your PASS-Key@ Ill system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. PASS-Key@ Ill uses a radio frequency transponder in the key that matches a decoder in your vehicle.

PASS-Key@ 111 Operation

Your vehicle is equipped with the PASS-Key@ Ill (Personalized Automotive Security System) theft-deterrent system. PASS-Key@ I II is a passive theft-deterrent system.

This means you don’t have to do anything different to arm or disarm the system. It works when you insert or remove the key from the ignition. When the PASS-Key@ Ill system senses that someone IS using tne wrong key, ii snuis civwrl iile veilide’s starter and fuel systems. The starter will not work and

fuel will stop being delivered to the engine. Anyone using a trial-and-error method to start the vehicle will be discouraged because of the high number of electrical key codes. When trying to start the vehicle, if the engine does not start and the SECURITY light comes on, the key may have a damaged transponder. Turn the ignition off and try again. If the engine still does not start, and the key appears to be undamaged, try another ignition key. At this time, you may also want to check the fuse. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-92. If the engine still does not start with the other key, your vehicle needs service. ii your vehicle does star?, the first key ~ a y be faulty. See your dealer who can service the PASS-Key@ Ill to have a new key made. It is possible for the PASS-Key@ Ill decoder to learn the transponder value of a new or replacement key. Up to 10 keys may be programmed for the vehicle. Thls prccerll-!re is fnr programming additional keys only.

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Canadian Owners: If you lose or damage your keys, only a GM dealer can service PASS-Key@ Ill to have new keys made. To program additional keys you will require two current driver’s keys. You must add a step to the following procedure. After Step 2 repeat Steps 1 and 2 with the second current driver’s key. Then continue with Step 3. To program the new key, do the following: 1. Verify that the new key has PK3@ stamped on it. 2. Insert the current driver’s key in the ignition

and start the engine. If the engine will not start, see your dealer for service.

3. After the engine has started, turn the key to OFF,

and remove the key.

4. Insert the key to be programmed and turn it to ON

within 10 seconds of removing the previous key.

5. The SECURITY telltale light will turn off once the

key has been programmed. It may not be apparent that the SECURITY light went on due to how quickly the key is programmed.

6. Repeat Steps 1 through 4 if additional keys are to

be programmed.

If you are ever driving and the SECURITY light comes on and stays on, you will be able to restart your engine if you turn it off. Your PASS-Key@ Ill system, however, is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer. Your vehicle is not protected by the PASS-Key@ Ill system at this time. If you lose or damage a PASS-Key@ Ill key, see your dealer to have a new key made.

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Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

New Vehicle Break-In

Ignition Positions

With the key in the ignition, you can turn to four different positions.

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

Don’t drive at any one speed - fast or slow - for the first 500 miles (805 km). Avoid making hard steps for the first 200 mI!es L Don’t make full-throttle starts.

(322 km) or so. During this time your new brake linings aren’t yet broken in. Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and can’t turn earlier replacement. Follow steering wheel left and right while you turn the key guideline every time you get new brake hard. Turn the key only with your hand. Using a ne-’+ + m a * . iooi io Cori;e Ei CWUIU urean u a Trailer” in the Index for more information. switch. If none of these works, then your vehicle

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OFF: This is the only position from which you can remove the key. This position locks your ignition and transaxle. It’s a theft-deterrent feature.

ACC (Accessory): In this position you can operate your electrical accessories such as power windows, sunroof (option), audio system and windshield wipers. ON: This is the position the switch returns to after you start your engine and release the switch. Even when the engine is not running, you can use ON to operate your electrical accessories and to display some instrument panel cluster warning lights. This is the position for driving your vehicle. START: This position starts the engine. When the engine starts, release the key. The ignition switch will return to ON for normal driving. Even if the engine is not running, ACC and ON are positions that allow you to operate your electrical accessories. Key Reminder Warning If you leave your key in OFF you will hear a warning tone when you open the driver’s door.

Retained Accessory Power (RAP) After you turn the ignition off and remove the key, you will still have power to such accessories as the radio, sunroof (option) and power windows for up to 10 minutes. Power is turned off if you open a door. Always leave your key in OFF. If you leave your key in any position other than OFF, your battery will discharge prematurely. Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Your engine won’t start in any other position - that’s a safety feature. To restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Notice: Don’t try to shift to PARK (P) if your vehicle is moving. If you do, you could damage the transaxle. Shift to PARK (P) only when your vehicle is stopped. 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn your ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm.

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

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

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

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

Notice: Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer. If you don’t, your engine might not perform properly. Engine Coolant Heater If your vehicle has this feature, in very cold weather, 0°F (-18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You’ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle. At temperatures above 32°F (OOC), use of the coolant heater is not required.

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How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in? The answer depends on the outside temperature, the kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact your dealer in the area where you’ll be parking your vehicle. The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area. Automatic Transaxle Operation Your automatic transaxle may have a shift lever located on the console between the seats or on the steering column.

There are several different positions for your shift lever.

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

The engine coolant heater cord is located on the passenger’s side of the vehicle, above the headlamp assembly.

3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 1 IO-volt AC outlet.

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Plu ing the cord into an could cause an electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire. You could be seriously injured. Plug the cord into a properly grounded three-prong 110-volt AC outlet. If the cord won’t reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps.

4. Before starting the engine, be sure to unplug and

store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts. If you don’t, it could be damaged.

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

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shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddeniy. You or others; could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won’t move, even when you’re on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK (P). See “Shifting Into Park (P)” in the Index. If you’re pulling a trailer, see “Towing a Tr2?!!er” in the !ndPY=

Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before starting the engine. Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition key is in ON. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever - push the shift lever all the way into PARK (P) and also release the shift lever button on console shift models as you maintain brake application. Then move the shift lever into the gear you wish (press the shift lever button before moving the shift lever on floor shift console models). See Shifting Out of Park (P) on page 2-35. REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. Notice: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transaxle. Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is stopped. To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, ice or sand without damaging your transaxle, see If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow on paye 4-53.

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AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (a): This position is for

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

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

You’ll shift down to the next gear and have more power. THIRD (3): This position is also used for normal driving, however, it offers more power and lower fuel economy than AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (@). Here are some times you might choose THIRD (3) instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (@ ):

When driving on hilly, winding roads, when towing a trailer, so there is less shifting between gears, or when going down a steep hill.

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

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Sh.- ..ng in{ ~r while your engine is “racing” (running at high speed) is dangerous. Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal, your vehicle could move very rapidly. You could lose control and hit people or objects. Don’t shift into a drive gear while your engine is racing.

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

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SECOND (2): This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy. You can use SECOND (2) on hills. It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads, but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on. Notice: Don’t drive in SECOND (2) for more than 5 miles (8 km), or at speeds over 55 mph (98 km/h), or you can damage your transaxle. Use AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (@) or THIRD (3) as much as possible. Don’t shift into SECOND (2) unless you are going slower than 65 mph (105 km/h), or you can damage your engine.

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

Parking Brake

Your vehicle has a PUSH TO RELEASE parking brake. To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot. Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot.

If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on and four chimes will be heard. If you start to drive with the parking brake set, a chime will sound after the vehicle has traveled approximately 40 feet (1 2 m) To release the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot and push the parking brake pedal with your left foot. When you lift your left foot, the parking brake pedal will follow it to the release position.

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Steering Column Shift Lever 1. If your vehicle has the steering column shift lever, hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake.

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

Pull the lever toward you.

If you try to drive with the parking brake on, the brake light stays on and a chime sounds until you release the parking brake.

Notice: Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat. You may have to replace them, and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle. If you are towing a trailer and are parking on any hill, see Towing a Trailer on page 4-36. That section shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving. Shiftinc '--lo Park (P)

It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won't move, even when you're on fairly level ground, use the steps that follow. If you're pulling a trailer, see "Towing a Trailer" in the Index.

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

Hold in the button on the lever Push the lever all the way toward the front of the vehicle.

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

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

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Move the lever up as far as it will go.

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Console Shift Lever 1. If your vehicle has the console shift lever, hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake.

Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transaxle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle. You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK (P). This is called “torque lock.’’ To prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then shift into PARK (P) properly before you leave the driver’s seat. To find out how, see Shifting Into Park (P) on page 2-32. When you are ready to drive, move the shift lever out OT PARK (P) before you release the parking brake. If torque lock does occur, you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transaxle, so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK (P).

Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running

It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could overheat and even catch fire. You or others could be injured. Don’t leave your vehicle with the engine running.

If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running, be sure your vehicle is in PARK (P) and your parking brake is firmly set before you leave it. After you’ve moved the shift lever into PARK (P), hold the regular brake pedal down. Then, see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK (P) without first pulling it toward you (or, if you have the console shift lever, without first pushing the button). If you can, it means that the shift lever wasn’t fully locked into PARK (P).

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Parking Over Things That Burn

Shifting Out of Park (P) Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system. You have to fully apply your regular brake before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in ON. See Automatic Transaxle Operation on page 2-28. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever - push the shift lever all the way into PARK (P) as you maintain brake application. Then move the shift lever into the gear you want (if you have the console shift lever, press the button first). If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can’t shift out of PARK (P), try this: 1. Turn the key to OFF. 2. Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4. 3. Shift to NEUTRAL (N). 4. Start the vehicle and then shift to the drive

gear you want.

5. Take your vehicle to an authorlzed service center

as soon as you can.

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

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Engine Ext-ust

Engine c...lai.-- can kill. It conk le carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if:

gas

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

If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your vehicle:

0 Drive it only with all the windows down to

blow out any CO; and Have your vehicle fixed immediately.

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Running Your Engine While You Are Parked

It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some t

lgs to know.

climate control

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___._ system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle. See the earlier Caution under “Engine Exhaust.” Also, idling in a closed-in place can let deadly carbon monoxide (CO) into your vehicle even if the fan is at the highest setting. One place this can happen is a garage. Exhaust - with CO - can come in easily. NEVER park in a garage with the engine running. Another closed-in place can be a blizzard. See “Winter Driving” in the Index.

Mirrors

Manual Rearview Mirror When you are sitting in a comfortable driving position, adjust the mirror so you can see clearly behind your vehicle. Grip the mirror in the center to move it up or down and side to side. The dayhight adjustment allows you to adjust the mirror to avoid glare from any headlamps behind you. Push the tab away from you for daytime use; pull it toward you for night use. Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror Your vehicle may have an automatic dimming rearview mirror. Your vehicle’s mirror may also contain Onstar@ controls. See OnStaP System on page 2-40 for more information. At night, when the glare is too high, the mirror will gradually darken to reduce glare. This change may take a few seconds. The mirror will return to its clear daytime state when the glare is reduced. Mirror Operation AUTO: Press this button to turn on the automatic dimming feature. OFF: Press this button to turn off the automatic dimming feature. 2-38

6 (On/Off): For mirrors equipped with OnStaP

controls, press this button to turn on the automatic dimming feature. To turn off automatic dimming, press this button again. The indicator light will be illuminated when this feature is active.

Outside Power Mirrors

The controls for the outside power mirrors are located on the driver’s door armrest.

Press the left or right side of the UR selector switch located beneath the control pad to choose the left or right mirror. To adjust the mirror, use one of the four arrows located on the control pad to move the mirror in the direction you want it to go. When finished adjusting the mirrors, leave the UR selector switch in the center position, to prevent unwanted mirror movement in case the control pad is accidentally bumped while driving. Adjust each outside mirror so that you can see a little of your vehicle and the area behind your vehicle. 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 on page 2-48. Qutside Curb View Assist Mirror If you have the memory seat and mirrors feature, the passenger’s outside power 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’s mirror wtii return to ils 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 personalization programming menu. See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-62 for programming instructions.

Outside Convex Mirror Your passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the

ver’s seat.

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.

Outside Heated Mirrors If vour vehicle has this feature, when you operate the rear window defogger, the heated driver’s and passenger’s outside power mirrors are warmed to help clear them of ice and snow. See “Rear Window Defogger’’ under Climate Control System on page 3-25 or Automatic Climate Control System on page 3-28 for more information.

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OnStaP Services Onstar@ provides a number of service plans to closely meet your needs. Some of the services currently provided by Onstar@ are:

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

Onstar@ System

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

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Onstar@ Personal Calling With Onstar@ Personal Calling, you have a safer way to stay connected while driving. It’s a hands-free wireless phone that’s integrated into your vehicle. You can place calls nationwide using voice-activated dialing with no contracts, no roaming charges and no access fees. To find out more about Onstar@ Personal Calling, refer to the Onstar@ owner’s guide in your vehicle’s glove box, or call Onstar@ at 1-888-4-0NSTAR (1 -888-466-7827).

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

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locks, security systems and home lighting. Additional HomeLink@ information can be found on the internet at www.homelink.com or by calling 1-800-355-351 5. If your vehicle is equipped with the Homelink@ Transmitter, it complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. 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. 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.

HomeLink@ Transmitter

HomeLink@, a combined universal transmitter and receiver, provides a way to replace up to three hand-held transmitters used to activate devices such as gate operators, garage door openers, entry door

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Programming the HomeLinkB Transmitter Do not use the HomeLink@ Transmitter with any garage door opener that does not have the “stop and reverse” feature. This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982. Keep the original transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for future HomeLink@ programming. It is also recommended that upon the sale of the vehicle, the programmed HomeLink@ buttons should be erased for security purposes. Refer to “Erasing HomeLink@ Buttons” or, for assistance, contact HomeLink@ on the internet at: www.homelink.com or by calling 1 -800-355-351 5. Be sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door or gate operator you are programming. When programming a garage door, it is advised to park outside of the garage. It is recommended that a new battery be installed in your hand-held transmitter for quicker and more accurate transmission of the radio frequency.

Your vehicle’s engine should be turned off while programming the transmitter. Follow these steps to program up to three channels: 1. Press and hold down the two outside buttons,

releasing only when the indicator light begins to flash, after 20 seconds. Do not hold down the buttons for longer than 30 seconds and do not repeat this step to program a second and/or third transmitter to the remaining two HomeLink@ buttons. 2. Position the end of your hand-held transmitter about 1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink@ buttons while keeping the indicator light in view. 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the desired

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

4. The indicator light wiii tiasn siowiy at iirsi and iilerl rapidly after HomeLink@ successfully receives the frequency signal from the hand-held transmitter. Release both buttons.

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

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

6. At the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit) in the garage, locate the “Learn” or “Smart” button. This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the motor-head unit. 7. Firmly press and release the “Learn” or “Smart” button. The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer. You will have 30 seconds to start Step 8.

8. Return to the vehicle. Firmly press and hold the programmed HomeLink@ button for two seconds, then release. Repeat the press/hold/release sequence a second time, and depending on the

brand of the garage door opener (or other rolling code device), repeat this sequence a third time to complete the programming. HomeLink@ should now activate your rolling code equipped device.

To program the remaining two HomeLink@ buttons, begin with Step 2 of “Programming HomeLink@.” Do not repeat Step 1. Gate Operator and Canadian Programming Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter signals to “time out” or quit after several seconds of transmission. This may not be long enough for HomeLink@ to pick up the signal during programming. Similarly, some U.S. gate operators are manufactured to “time out” in the same manner. If you live in Canada, or you are having difficulty programming a gate operator by using the “Programming HomeLink@’ procedures (regardless of where you live), replace Step 3 under “Programming HomeLink@’ with the following: Continue to press and hold the HomeLink@ button while you press and release every two seconds (cycle) your hand-held transmitter until the frequency signal has been successfully accepted by HomeLink@. The indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly. Proceed with Step 4 under “Programming HomeLink@“ to complete.

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Using HomeLink@ Press and hold the appropriate HomeLink@ button for at least half of a second. The indicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted. Erasing HomeLink@ Buttons To erase programming from the three buttons do the following: 1. Press and hold down the two outside buttons until the indicator light begins to flash, after 20 seconds.

2. Release both buttons. Do not hold for longer than

30 seconds.

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

Reprogramming a Single HomeLink@ Button To program a device to HomeLink@ using a HomeLink@ button previously trained, follow these steps: 1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink@ button.

Do not release the button.

2. The indicator light will begin to flash after

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

Resetting Defaults

1. Hold down the two outside buttons for about

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

indicator light turns off. 3. Release both buttons. For questions or comments, contact HomeLink@ at 1-800-355-351 5, or on the internet at www.homelink.com.

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Storage Areas

Glove Box Use the master key to lock and unlock the glove box. To open it, 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 Area Press the buttons on either side of the armrest to open the storage area for cassette tapes, gloves, etc. Center Console Storage Area If your vehicle has this feature, press the button at the front edge of the armrest to open the storage area for cassette tapes, gloves, etc.

Rear Seat Pass Through Your vehicle has a rear seat armrest with cupholders and a pass-through feature. Pull down the interior door to access the trunk. Convenience Net Your vehicle may have a convenience net. You’ll see it 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. For 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.

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Sunroof Your vehicle may be equipped with a sunroof. The sunroof has both manual and express features for opening the glass panel and sunshade.

The switch for the sunroof is located on the headliner between the sun visors.

The sunroof switch has four positions that control the sunroof movement. The switch will work only when the ignition is on or when the RAP is active. See “Retained Accessory Power (RAP)” under lgnition Positions on page 2-25. Open: Press and hold the switch rearward to the first position to open the glass panel and sunshade. The sunshade can also be opened manually.

Comfort Stop: Press and release the switch rearward to the second position to express open the glass panel to the comfort stop position. The comfort stop position is designed to help reduce noise and make passengers more comfortable. Express Opefl: When the glass panel is express opening, pressing the switch in any direction Will Stop it in a partially-opened position. The glass panel may be fully opened by pressing the switch rearward again. If you press and hold the 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.

C!ose: To close the g!ass panel, press and held the switch forward. As the glass panel reaches the closed position, it will open slightly toward the vent position and then drop down to the closed position to provide a better seal. The sunshade must be closed manually.

Vent: Once the sunroof is closed, it can be opened to the vent position bv pushina the switch upward. To close the glass panel, pull the switch downward. The sunshade must be opened and closed manually for vent operation.

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Vehicle Personalization

Memory Seat and Mirrors

If your vehicle has this feature, the controls are located on the driver’s door panel, and are used to program and recall memory settings for the driver’s seating, outside mirror positions and climate controls. See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-62 for more information.

To save your seat and mirror positions into memory, use the following procedure: 1. First identify the DRIVER # on the Driver lnformation

Center (DIC) by pressing the MEMORY button (1 or 2) or by pressing the button with the unlock symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter. See Driver lnformation Center (DIC) on page 3-57.

2. Adjust the driver’s seat and lumbar position to a safe and comfortable driving position. Adjust both outside mirrors to suit you. See D/C Vehicle Personalization on page 3-62.

3. Press and hold the MEMORY button (1 or 2)

corresponding with your DRIVER # displayed on the DIC for longer than three seconds. You will hear two beeps confirming that the seat and mirror positions have been entered into memory.

To set the seat and mirror positions for a second driver, follow the previous steps, but start by pressing the button with the unlock symbol on the transmitter that displays the other DRIVER # on the DIC. Be sure to use the MEMORY button (1 or 2) which corresponds to the DRIVER # identified by the second transmitter.

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To recall your memory positions, your vehicle must be in PARK (P). Push and release the MEMORY button (1 or 2) corresponding to the desired driving position. The seat and mirrors will move to the position previously stored for the identified driver. You will hear one beep. To store the exit position for an easy exit, use the following procedure: 1. First identify the DRIVER # by pressing the

MEMORY button (1 or 2) or by pressing the button with the unlock symbol on the transmitter.

2. Adjust the driver’s seat to the desired exit position. 3. Press and hold the EXIT button for longer than

three seconds. You will hear two beeps confirming that the seat exit position has been entered into memory.

To set the exit position for a second driver, follow the previous steps, but start by pressing the button with the unlock symbol on the transmitter that displays the other DRIVER # on the DIC. Be sure to use the MEMORY button (1 or 2) which corresponds to the DRIVER # identified by the other transmitter. To recall the exit position, your vehicle must be in PARK (P). Push and release the EXIT button and the seat will move to the exit position previously stored for the current identified driver. You will hear one beep. If an exit position has not been stored for the current identified driver, the seat will move all the way back. To stop recall movement of the seat at any time, press the driver’s power seat control located on the outboard side of the frozt seat. Mirrors and lumbar positions will not be stored or recalled for the exit position. If you would like your stored driving or exit position to be recalled when unlocking your vehicle with the transmitter, see DIC Vehicle Personalization on 0 eo pclyt; 3-uL.

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Section 3

Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview ............................... 3.4 Hazard Warning Flashers ................................ 3.5 Other Warning Devises ................................... 3.6 Horn ............................................................. 3.6 Tilt Wheel ..................................................... 3.6 Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever ......................... 3.7 Exterior Lamps ............................................. 3.13 Interior Lamps .............................................. 3.16 Head-Up Display (HUD) ................................. 3-21 Accessory Power Outlets ............................... 3.23 Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter ........................ 3.24 Ciimate Controls ............................................ 3.25 Climate Control System ................................. 3.25 Automatic Climate Control System ................... 3.28 Outlet Adjustment ......................................... 3.32 Climate Controls Personalization ..................... 3.33 Indicators ............. 3.34 Instrument Panel Cluster ................................ 3-35 . - - Speedometer and -8-38 Tachometer ................................................. 3.39 Safety Belt Reminder Light ............................. 3.39

Warning Lights, Gages and

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Odometer

Air Bag Readiness Light ............................. 3.40 Battery Warning bight .................................... 3-41 Voltmeter Gage ............................................ 3-41 Brake System Warning Light .......................... 3-42 Anti-Lock Brake System

Warning Light ........................................... 3-43 Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light ...... 3-43 Low Traction Active Light ............................... 3-44 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage .................. 3-45 Tire Pressure Light ....................................... 3-46 ............... 3-46 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ....... Oil Pressure Gage .................. ............... 3-49 Check Oil Level Light J-50 Security Light ............................................... 3-51 Low Washer Fluid Warning Light ..................... 3-51 Check Gages Warning Light ........................... 3-51 Door Ajar Light ............................................. 3-52 Trunk Ajar Light ............................................ 3-52 ............... 3-53 ............... 3-53 ................... 3-54

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Section 3

Instrument Panel

Systems Monitor ............................................ 3.55 Driver Information Center (DIC) ....................... 3.57 DIC Controls and Displays ............................. 3.57 DIC Warnings and Messages ........................ -3-60 Driver Identifier DIC Display ........................... 3.61 DIC Vehicle Personalization ............................ 3.62

Secondary Information

Center (SIC) ................................................ 3.68 Electronic Compass ...................................... 3.68 Audio System(s) ............................................. 3.71 Setting the Time ........................................... 3.71

Radio with CD .............................................. 3.72 Radio with Cassette and CD .......................... 3.82 Trunk-Mounted CD Changer ........................... 3-94 Theft-Deterrent Feature .................................. 3.98 Audio Steering Wheel Controls ....................... 3.98 Understanding Radio Reception ...................... 3.99 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player ............... 3-100 Care of Your CDs ....................................... 3.100 Care of Your CD Player ............................... 3.101 Diversity Antenna System ............................. 3.101 XM Satellite Radio Antenna System ............... 3.101 Chime Level Adjustment ............................... 3.101

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Instrument Panel Overview

The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Air Outlets B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever C. Audio System Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped) D. Windshield Wiper Lever E. Steering Column Shift Lever F. Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls

(If Equipped) G. Audio System H. Hazard Warning Flashers Control I. Twilight Sentinel@ Controls and Fog Lamps Button J. Ignition Switch K. Comfort Control System L. Heated Seat Switches (Option) M. Traction Control Button (If Equipped) N. Cigarette Lighter u . Giove Eox

Hazard Warning Flashers

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

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The hazard warning flasher button is located on the instrument panel, between the audio system and the glove box.

Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in, and even if the key isn't in. Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off. To turn off the flashers, push the button again. When the hazard warning flashers are on, your turn signals won't work. Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles, you can set one up at the side Of the road about 300 feet (loo m, behind your vehicle.

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Horn Press the center area of the steering wheel to sound the horn. Tilt Wheel A tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle.

The lever that allows you to tilt the steering wheel is located on the left side of the steering column.

To tiit the wheel, hold the wheel and pull the lever toward you. Then move the steering wheel to a comfortable level and release the lever to lock the wheel in place.

Turn Signal/Nlultifunction Lever

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

- An arrow on the instrument

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

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

Turn and Lane-Change Signals Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer Flash-To-Pass Cruise Cvrriroi

For information on the exterior lamps, see Exterior Lamps on page 3-13.

To signal a lane change, just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash. Hold it there until you complete your lane change. The lever will return by itself \>!hen ;mL! rplpase it If the arrows flash very fast as you signal a turn or a lane change, a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won’t see your turn signal. If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an accidmt. See &Ab ,%?pfaxment s , ~ page 5-56 !? the arrows don’t go on at all when you signal a turn, check the fuse. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-92. 3-7

Turn Signal On Chime If your turn signal is left on for more than 3/4 of a mile (1.2 km), a chime will sound at each flash of the turn signal. To turn off the chime, move the turn signal lever to the off position. Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer To change the headlamps from low beam to high beam, push the lever forward. To change from high beam to low beam, pull the turn signal lever toward you, then release it.

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

Headlamps On Reminder If you open the driver’s door while leaving the headlamps or parking lamps on and the key is in OFF, you will hear a warning chime. 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. If your headlamps are off or on low beam, your high-beam headlamps will turn on. They’ll stay on as long as you hold the lever toward you and the high-beam indicator on the instrument panel cluster will come on. Release the lever to turn the high-beam headlamps off.

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Windshield Wipers

The windshield wipers are controlled by the lever on the right of your steering column. 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 neduldlllpa UI IUGI L A L G I I W L L U L l l y . 2 V . # y"y' OFF: Lower the lever to its original position to turn the wipers OFF.

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INT (Intermittent): Push the lever up to the INT position and turn the INT ADJ band to adjust the delay time. The further you turn the band, the shorter the delay between wiping cycles. LO (Low Speed): Push the lever up to LO for steady wiping at a slow speed. HI (High Speed): Push the lever up to HI for steady wiping at a high speed. MIST: For a single wiping cycle, push the lever down to the MIST position and let go. The wipers will stop after one cycle. If you want more cycles, hold the lever down. 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. Keep in mind 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 your blades do become damageu, gei new biacies 01 bia& ifiserts. See Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement on page 5-61.

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Cruise Control With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long trips.

The cruise control switch is located on the lever on the left side of the steering column.

Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph (40 km/h). When you apply your brakes, the cruise control shuts off.

Windshield Washer At the end of the wiper lever, there’s a button. To spray washer fluid on the windshield, push the button until you have enough fluid to clean the windshield. The wipers will clear the window and either stop or return to yot

set speed.

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.

A WASHER FLUID warning light will indicate if the fluid level in the windshield washer reservoir is low. See Low Washer Fluid Warning Light on page 3-51.

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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. 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.

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

Setting Cruise Control

If you leave bWu. auise cont. “. on whe.. joer’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.

1. Move the cruise controi switch to ON. 2. Get up to the speed you want. 3. Press the SET button. 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. ReEccmirag 3 Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, shuts off the cruise control. But you don’t need to reset it. Once you’re going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you can move the cruise lever up to RiA (resumeiacceierate) briefly.

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You’ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there. Remember that if you hold the lever at R/A, the vehicle will keep going faster until you release the switch or apply the brake-- So unless you wat go faster, don’t hold the lever at R/A. Increasing Speed While Using Cru Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed.

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Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed. Press the SET button and then release it as well as the accelerator pedal. You’ll now cruise at the higher speed. Move the cruise switch to R/A. Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want, and then release it. To increase your speed in very small amounts, move the switch to RIA 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 pressing the SET button. Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control:

Press and hold the SET button until you get to the speed you want, and then release it.

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

Step lightly on the brake pedal, move.the cruise switch to OFF, or pull the multifunction lever toward the driver.

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

The lever on the left side of the steering column operates the exterior lamps. -g- : Turn the outside part of the lever with the symbol on it, to operate the lamps. The exterior lamp switch has three positions: OFF: Turning the switch to this position turns off all lamps and lights, except the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).

(Parking Lamps): Turning the switch to this

:o@ position turns on the parking lamps, together with the following: 0 Sidemarker Lamps

Taillamps

0 License Plate Lamps

Instrument Panel Lights

- - ED (Headlamps): Turning the switch to this position

turns on the headlamps, together with the previously listed lamps and lights. Wiper-Activated Headlamps This feature turns on the low-beam headlamps, instrument panel cluster backlighting and taillamps when the Twilight Sentinel@ is in day mode and after the windshield wipers have been in use for approximately six seconds. To operate the wiper-activated headlamps, the Twilight Sentinel@ must be on. If the wiper-activated headlamps are on and the ignition switch is turned to ON, the wiper-activated headlamps will continue. When you turn the key to OFF, the wiper-activated headlamps will imrrtediaieiy turn off. The v~iper-activated headlamps ~ i ! ! also turn off if you turn off the Twilight Sentinel@ or the windshield wipers.

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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 lamps are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada. A light sensor on top of the instrument panel monitors the exterior light level for the operation of DRL and Twilight Sentinel@, so be sure it isn’t covered. The DRL system will make your high-beam headlamps come on at a reduced brightness when the following conditions are met:

The ignition is on, the exterior lamp control is off, and the transaxle is not in PARK (P).

When the DRL are on, only your high-beam headlamps will be on at reduced intensity. The taillamps, sidemarker and other lamps won’t be on. Your instrument panel won’t be lit either.

When it’s dark enough outside, your regular intensity headlamps will come on at full brightness and the DRL lighting will turn off. The parking lamps that normally come on with your headlamps will also come on. When it’s bright enough outside, the regular intensity headlamps and parking lamps will turn back off, and the reduced brightness DRL lighting will turn back on. To idle your vehicle during the day with the DRL off, shift the transaxle into PARK (P). The DRL will stay off until you shift out of P.4RK (P). At night, you can turn off all exterior lamps when you are in PARK (P) by turning the Twilight Sentinel@ knob all the way to OFF. If the knob was already in OFF, it must be cycled to ON and back to OFF. Turn the knob clockwise to turn the exterior lighting back on. The lamps will come back on automatically when you put the transaxle in gear. As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it.

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Fog Lamps

Twilight Sentinel@

The fog lamps button is located below the twilight knob, to the left of the steering wheel on the instrument panel. An indicator light i~ the b~itton will glow when the fog lamps are on. Your parking lamps will also come on automatically while the fog lamps are active. If your fog lamps are on when you use your high beams or flash-to-pass feature, the fog lamps will be disabled while the feature is being used.

The Twilight Sentinel@ will keep your head!amps or! for up to three minutes, to light your way when you leave your vehicle. To operate the Twilight Sentinel@, turn the DELAY knob located to the left of the steering column on the instrument panel fully clockwise for the three-minute delay. Turn it counterclockwise to reduce the delay. Turn the knob to Ul-I- to turn tne Twiiignt Seniineia oii. At night, you can turn off all exterior lamps when you are in PARK (P) by turning the Twilight Sentinel@ knob all the way to OFF. If the knob was already in OFF, it must be cycled to ON then back to OFF, to turn the exterior !ighting off. The lamps will come back on when you turn the knob clockwise.

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If the Twilight Sentinel@ lighting is active, it can be disabled by turning on the manual parking lamps. This lighting will be disabled until the key is turned from ON or until the manual parking lamps are turned off. Also, 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 exterior lamp control. Exterior Lighting Battery Saver If the exterior lamp control has been left on, the exterior lamps will turn off approximately 10 minutes after the ignition is turned to OFF and a 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 exterior lamp control to turn the lamps back on after turning the ignition to OFF and opening a door. To delay the lamps from turning off, see “Twilight Sentinel@,” listed previously.

Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness When it is dark outside, you can brighten or dim your instrument panel cluster lights using the DIM knob, located to the left of the steering wheel on the instrument panel. Turn the knob clockwise to brighten the instrument panel cluster lights and displays. Turn the knob clockwise all the way to turn on the interior courtesy lamps. Turn the knob counterclockwise to dim the instrument panel cluster lights and displays and to turn off the courtesy lamps. Courtesy Lamps If it is dark enough outside, when any door is opened, several lamps will come on. They make it easier for you to enter and leave the vehicle. Turn the dimmer knob all the way clockwise to turn the interior courtesy lamps on.

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Entry Lighting If it is dark enough outside and you press the button with the unlock symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter (if equipped), the interior courtesy lamps will come on and stay on for approximately 25 seconds, The lamps will turn off immediately by pressing the button with the lock symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter, by turning the ignition key to ON or by activating the power door locks. If a door is left ajar, your interior lamps will turn off after 10 minutes to save your battery. 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 or until the ignition is turned on. Locking the doors with the power door lock switch, or with the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter (if equipped), 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 oi the courtesy lamps instead of immediate turn off after you remove the key from the ignition.

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. This lighting will only be deactivated if the key is reinserted into the ignition switch or the power door locks are activated. Parade Dimming To activate the instrument panel backlighting during the day, turn the exterior lamp switch to the parking lamp or headlamp position. Dimming oi the instrument panel display is not possible during daylight hours. The instrument panel display can only be adjusted when the parking lamps or headlamps are on and it is dark outside. Perimeter Lighting When the button with the unlock symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter (if equipped) is pressed, the DRL headlamps, parking lamps and back-up lamps will turn on if it is dark enough outside.

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Personal Choice Programming This feature can be programmed in the on or off mode for each transmitter. If your vehicle is equipped with the Driver Information Center (DIC), you must program this feature through the DIC. See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-62. To turn the feature off do the following:

1. Keep all doors closed, the vehicle in PARK (P) and

the ignition on throughout this procedure.

2. Press and hold LOCK on the power door lock switch throughout this procedure. All the doors will lock.

3. Press the instant alarm on the transmitter. Perimeter

lighting remains on at this time and the horn will chirp twice.

4. Press the instant alarm on the transmitter again.

Perimeter lighting is disabled and the horn will chirp once.

5. Release the door lock switch. The perimeter lighting

feature is now off.

To turn the feature on do the following: 1. Keep all doors closed, the vehicle in PARK (P) and

the ignition on throughout this procedure.

2. Press and hold LOCK on the power door lock switch throughout this procedure. All the doors will lock.

3. Press the instant alarm on the transmitter. Perimeter

lighting remains off at this time and the horn will chirp once.

4. Press the instant alarm on the transmitter again. Perimeter lighting is now enabled and the horn will chirp twice.

5. Release the door lock switch. The perimeter lighting

feature is now on.

This procedure only changes the mode for the transmitter used to change this setting. The procedure will need to be repeated for the second transmitter.

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Front Reading Lamps

Rear Reading Lamps

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The front reading lamps, located on the headliner, will come on as courtesy lamps when you open any of the doors while it is dark outside. They will also come -n - 0 nnr) A th- intnrinr Iirrhtinn fnatllrac lictcld ..- .--. " I , U Y puli V I I, I" previously. To turn on a reading lamp when the doors are closed, press either button. Press it again to turn the lamp off. To avoid draining your vehicle's battery, be sure to turn off the reading iamps when leaving your Vehicle. See "Inadvertent Power Battery Saver" later in this section for more information.

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The rear reading iamps, located over each rear door, will come on as courtesy lamps when you open any of the doors while it is dark outside. They will also come on as part of the interior lighting features listed previously. To turn on a reading lamp when the doors are closed, press either button. Press it aqain to turn the lamp off.

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Inadvertent Power Battery Saver This feature is designed to protect your vehicle’s battery