2008 Pontiac G6 Owners Manual

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Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 3-67. G. Windshield Wiper and Washer Lever. See Windshield Wipers on page 3-9 and Windshield Washer on page 3-10. H. Ignition Switch. See Ignition Positions on page 2-22. I. Center Air Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-26. J. Hazard Warning Flashers Button. See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 3-6. L. Adjustable Pedal Buttons (If Equipped). See Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 2-25. M. Instrument Panel Brightness Control. See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3-16. N. Fog Lamps (If Equipped). See Fog Lamps on page 3-16. O. Hood Release Handle. See Hood Release on page 5-12. P. Horn. See Horn on page 3-6. Q. Climate Control System. See Automatic Climate Control System on page 3-23 or Climate Control System on page 3-19. R. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2-27. S. Accessory Power Outlet. See Accessory Power Outlet(s) on page 3-18. T. Traction Control System Button (If Equipped). See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 4-5. StabiliTrak® (If Equipped). See StabiliTrak® System on page 4-6. U. Passenger Airbag Status Indicator. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 3-31. K. Audio System. See Audio System(s) on page 3-52. V. Glove Box. See Glove Box on page 2-44. 3-5 Hazard Warning Flashers The hazard warning ﬂashers let you warn the police and others that you have a problem. The front and rear turn signal lamps will ﬂash on and off. Other Warning Devices If you carry reﬂective triangles, you can set them up at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle. The hazard warning ﬂasher button is located towards the center of the instrument panel. Horn Press near or on the horn symbols on the steering wheel pad to sound the horn. Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps ﬂash on and off. Press the button again to turn the ﬂashers off. While the hazard warning ﬂashers are on, the turn signals do not work. The hazard warning ﬂashers work no matter what position the key is in, and even if the key is not in the ignition switch. Tilt Wheel A tilt and telescope wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. Raise the steering wheel to the highest level to give your legs more room when you enter and exit the vehicle. The lever that allows you to tilt and telescope the steering wheel is located on the left side of the steering column. 3-6 To tilt and telescope the wheel, pull down the lever. Then move the wheel up or down or back and forth to a comfortable driving position. Pull up the lever to lock the wheel in place. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following: (cid:129) G Turn and Lane-Change Signals. See Turn and Lane-Change Signals on page 3-8. (cid:129) 53 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer. See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 3-8. Flash-to-Pass. See Flash-to-Pass on page 3-8. (cid:129) O Exterior Lamp Control. See Headlamps on page 3-13. 3-7 (cid:129) Turn and Lane-Change Signals The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positions let you 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 returns automatically to the normal position. An arrow on the instrument panel cluster ﬂashes in the direction of the turn or lane change. To signal a lane change, raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to ﬂash. Hold it there until you complete your lane change. The lever returns by itself when it is released. If the arrows ﬂash rapidly or do not go on at all as you signal a turn or lane change, a signal bulb could be burned out and other drivers will not see your turn signal. Replace burned out bulbs to help avoid an accident. Also, check the appropriate fuses. See Fuses on page 5-110. 3-8 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer To change the headlamps from low beam to high beam, push the turn signal/multifunction lever away from you. This light comes on in the instrument panel cluster if the high beam lamps are turned on while the ignition is in ON/RUN. To change the headlamps from high beam to low beam, pull the turn signal lever toward you. 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. To use it, pull the turn signal/multifunction lever toward you until the high-beam headlamps come on, then release the lever to turn them off. Windshield Wipers Use this lever, located on the right side of the steering wheel, to operate the windshield wipers. 9(Off): Move the lever to this position to turn off the windshield wipers. &(Intermittent; Speed Sensitive Wipers): Move the lever to this position for intermittent or speed sensitive operation. The amount of delay time varies between wiping cycles due to the delay setting selected or the speed of the vehicle. x (Delay): While the lever is in the intermittent position, turn the intermittent adjust band with this symbol on it up or down to select a shorter or longer delay between wiping cycles. To the left of the adjust band are bars, increasing in size from bottom to top, that indicate the frequency of the wipes. Smaller bars mean the wipers movement is less frequent. Larger bars mean the movement is more frequent. 6 (Low Speed): Move the lever up to the ﬁrst setting past intermittent, for steady wiping at low speed. 1 (High Speed): Move the lever up to the second setting past intermittent, for wiping at a high speed. 8(Mist): Move the lever all the way down to this position for a single wiping cycle. Hold it there until the windshield wipers start; then let go. The windshield wipers stop after one wiping cycle. If additional wiping cycles are needed, hold the lever down longer. Damaged wiper blades can prevent you from seeing well enough to drive safely. Clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them to prevent damage. If the wiper blades are frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. If your blades do become damaged, get new blades. Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper motor. A circuit breaker stops the motor until it cools. Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload. If the motor gets stuck, turn the wipers off, clear away the snow or ice, and then turn the wipers back on. 3-9 As an added safety feature, if the wipers are on for more than 15 seconds, the vehicle’s headlamps turn on automatically. They turn off 15 seconds after the wipers are turned off. Windshield Washer To wash the windshield, press the button at the end of the lever until the washers begin. {CAUTION: In freezing weather, do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer ﬂuid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision. When the button is released, the washers stop, but the wipers continue to wipe about three times or resume the previous speed. Cruise Control If your vehicle has cruise control, a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more can be maintained without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long trips. Cruise control does not work at speeds below 25 mph (40 km/h). {CAUTION: Cruise control can be dangerous where you cannot drive safely at a steady speed. So, do not use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic. Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads. On such roads, fast changes in tire traction can cause excessive wheel slip, and you could lose control. Do not use cruise control on slippery roads. 3-10 Setting Cruise Control {CAUTION: If you leave your cruise control on when you are not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you do not want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control. The cruise control buttons are located on the steering wheel. J (On/Off): Press this button to turn the cruise control system on and off. RES+ (Resume): Press this button to resume a set speed and to accelerate the speed. SET− (Set): Press this button to set a speed and to decrease the speed. [ (Cancel): Press this button to cancel cruise control. To set a speed do the following: 1. Press the on/off symbol to turn cruise control on. The indicator light on the button comes on. 2. Get to the speed you want. 3. Press the SET− symbol and release it. The cruise symbol displays in the instrument panel cluster to show the system is engaged. 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. When the brakes are applied, the cruise control shuts off. If the vehicle is in cruise control and the Traction Control System (TCS) or Enhanced Traction System (ETS) begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise control automatically disengages. See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 4-5. When road conditions allow, the cruise control can be used again. 3-11 Resuming a Set Speed Suppose the cruise control is set at a desired speed and the brakes are applied. This disengages the cruise control. The cruise symbol in the instrument panel cluster also goes out, indicating cruise is no longer engaged. To return to the previously set speed, you do not need to go through the set process again. Once at a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, press the RES+ symbol brieﬂy. This takes the vehicle back up and maintains the previously chosen speed. Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed. If the cruise control system is already engaged, press the RES+ symbol. Hold it there until the speed desired is reached and then release the button. To increase the vehicle speed in very small amounts, press the RES+ symbol brieﬂy and then release it. Each time this is done, the vehicle goes about 1 mph (1.6 km/h) faster. Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control If the cruise control system is already engaged, (cid:129) Push and hold the SET− symbol until the lower speed desired is reached, then release it. To slow down in very small amounts, push the SET− symbol brieﬂy. Each time this is done, the vehicle goes about 1 mph (1.6 km/h) slower. Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase the vehicle speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, the vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed set earlier. Using Cruise Control on Hills How well the cruise control works on hills depends upon the vehicle speed, load, and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you might have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your vehicle’s speed. When going downhill, you might have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your vehicle’s speed down. Applying the brakes does turn off the cruise control. Many drivers ﬁnd this to be too much trouble and do not use cruise control on steep hills. 3-12 (cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) Headlamps Ending Cruise Control There are three ways to disengage the cruise control: (cid:129) Step lightly on the brake pedal. (cid:129) Press the on/off button. (cid:129) Press the cancel button. The cruise symbol in the instrument panel cluster turns off when the system is disengaged. Erasing Speed Memory The cruise control set speed memory is erased when the cruise control or the ignition is turned off. The band on the lever on the outboard side of the steering column operates the exterior lamps. The exterior lamp control has the following four positions: 2(Headlamps): Turn the band to this position to turn on the headlamps, parking lamps, and taillamps. ;(Parking Lamps): Turn the band to this position to turn on the parking lamps and taillamps only. AUTO (Automatic Headlamp System): Turn the band to this position to automatically turn on the Daytime Running Lamps during daytime, and the headlamps, parking lamps, and taillamps at night. 3-13 P (Off/On): Turn the band to this position to turn on the Automatic Headlamp System. In Canada, this position only works when a vehicle is in the PARK (P) position. To turn on the Automatic Headlamp System, turn the switch to off/on. To turn them off, turn the switch to off/on again. This is a momentary control switch that springs back when released. The Automatic Headlamp System always turns on at the beginning of an ignition cycle. Headlamps on Reminder A reminder tone sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are manually turned on, if the driver’s door is open and the ignition is in the LOCK/OFF or ACC/ ACCESSORY position. To turn the tone off, turn the knob all the way counterclockwise. In the automatic mode, the headlamps turn off once the ignition key is in the LOCK/OFF position. Headlamps Off in PARK (P) This feature works when the ignition is in the ON/RUN position and it is dark outside. To turn the headlamps off when it is dark outside but keep other exterior lights on, turn the exterior lamp control to the parking lamp position. In this position, the parking lamps, sidemarker lamps, taillamps, license plate lamps and instrument panel lights are on, but the headlamps are off. 3-14 To turn on the headlamps along with the other lamps when it is dark outside, turn the exterior lamp control to the AUTO or headlamp position. This feature will not work for Canadian vehicles. Delayed Headlamps The delayed headlamps feature keeps the headlamps on for 20 seconds after the key is turned to LOCK/OFF, then the headlamps automatically turn off. To override the 20 second delayed headlamp feature while it is active turn the turn signal/multifunction lever up one position and then back to AUTO. Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. DRL are helpful in many different driving conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset. Fully functional DRL are required on all vehicles ﬁrst sold in Canada. The vehicle has a light sensor on top of the instrument panel that controls the DRL. Make sure it is not covered, or the head lamps will be on when they are not needed. The DRL system makes the low-beam headlamps come on at a reduced brightness when the following conditions are met: The ignition is on. The exterior lamps control is in AUTO. The exterior lamps control is in the parking lamps only position (This applies only to vehicles that are ﬁrst sold in Canada). The light sensor detects daytime light. The parking brake is released or the vehicle is not in PARK. When the DRL system is on, the taillamps, sidemarker lamps, parking lamps, and instrument panel lights are not on unless you turn the exterior lamps control to the parking lamp position. As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular headlamp system when they are needed. Automatic Headlamp System When it is dark enough outside, the automatic headlamp system turns on the headlamps at the normal brightness along with other lamps such as the taillamps, sidemarker, parking lamps, and the instrument panel lights. The radio lights will also be dim. Your vehicle has a light sensor on top of the instrument panel that controls the automatic headlamp system. Make sure it is not covered or the automatic headlamp system will be on when it is not needed. There is a delay in the transition between the daytime and nighttime operation of the DRL and the automatic headlamp systems so that driving under bridges or bright overhead street lights does not affect the system. The DRL and automatic headlamp systems will only be affected when the light sensor sees a change in lighting lasting longer than this delay. If you start your vehicle in a dark garage, the automatic headlamp system comes on immediately. Once you leave the garage, it takes about one minute for the automatic headlamp system to change to DRL if it is light outside. During that delay, the instrument panel cluster may not be as bright as usual. Make sure the instrument panel brightness control is in the full bright position. See “Instrument Panel Brightness Control” under Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3-16. To idle your vehicle with the automatic headlamp system off, turn the ignition on and set the exterior light switch to the off/on position. For Canadian vehicles, the transmission must stay in PARK (P) for this function. As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular headlamps when they are needed. 3-15 (cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) Fog Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness If your vehicle has fog lamps, the fog lamp button is located on the instrument panel, to the left of the steering wheel. The control for this feature is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. The ignition must be on for the fog lamps to work. Push the button to turn the fog lamps on. An indicator light in the button will glow when the fog lamps are on. Push the button again to turn the fog lamps off. The parking lamps automatically turn on and off when the fog lamps are turned on and off. The fog lamps turn off while the high-beam headlamps are turned on. Some localities have laws that require the headlamps to be on along with the fog lamps. Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to brighten or dim the lights. Courtesy Lamps If your vehicle has a retractable hardtop, it has courtesy lamps in the rear passenger area of the vehicle. These lamps make it easier to see while entering and exiting the vehicle. These lamps come on when any door is opened and only turn off when all the doors are closed. 3-16 Dome Lamp If the vehicle has a dome lamp with a switch, the following are the settings. 9(Off): Move the lever to this position to turn the lamp off, even when a door is open. 1(Door): Move the lever to this position so that the lamp comes on when a door is opened. +(On): Move the lever to this position to turn the dome lamp on. Entry/Exit Lighting The lamps inside the vehicle come on when any door is opened. These lamps fade out about 20 seconds after all of the doors have been closed or when the ignition is turned to ON/RUN. They also come on when the unlock symbol button or the horn symbol is pressed on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system transmitter. The lamps inside the vehicle stay on for about 20 seconds after the key is removed from the ignition to provide light as you exit. Parade Dimming The instrument panel has an added feature called parade mode. It automatically prohibits the dimming of the instrument panel displays during the daylight while the headlamps are on so that you will still be able to see the displays. Overhead Console Reading Lamps The vehicle may have reading lamps on the overhead console. These lamps come on when the doors are opened if the lamp switch is not in the OFF position. Press the side of each lamp to turn them on and off, while the doors are closed. Trunk Lamp The trunk lamp comes on when the trunk is opened and turns off when the trunk is closed. 3-17 Battery Run-Down Protection Your vehicle has a battery run-down feature designed to protect the vehicle’s battery. When any interior lamp (trunk, reading lamps, or dome lamp) is left on when the ignition is turned off, the battery run-down protection system automatically shuts the lamp off after 20 minutes. This prevents draining of the battery. To reactivate the interior lamps, do one of the following: (cid:129) Open any door. (cid:129) Press any Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter button. (cid:129) Press the power door lock switch. (cid:129) Press the remote trunk release. Turn the lamp that was left on to off and then to on again. Accessory Power Outlet(s) Accessory power outlets can be used to connect auxiliary electrical equipment, such as a cellular telephone or CB radio. If electrical devices are left plugged into a There are two accessory power outlets, located on the center console below the climate controls. If the vehicle has a Traction Control System (TCS), one accessory power outlet is in the center storage console and the other is on the center console below the climate controls. To use an outlet, remove the protective cap. When not in use, always cover the outlet with the protective cap. The accessory power outlet is operational at all times. Notice: power outlet, the battery may drain causing your vehicle not to start or damage to the battery. This would not be covered by the warranty. Always unplug all electrical devices when turning off your vehicle. Certain electrical accessories are not compatible with the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses. If you experience a problem, see your dealer/retailer for additional information on the accessory power outlet. Notice: Adding any electrical equipment to your vehicle may damage it or keep other components from working as they should. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Do not use equipment exceeding maximum amperage rating of 20 amperes. Check with your dealer/retailer before adding electrical equipment. 3-18 (cid:129) Improper use of the power outlet can cause When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow the proper installation instructions included with the equipment. Notice: damage not covered by your warranty. Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug because the power outlets are designed for accessory power plugs only. Climate Controls Climate Control System The heating, cooling, and ventilation for your vehicle can be controlled with this system. If your vehicle has the remote start feature, the climate control system functions as part of the remote start feature. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-4. Operation 9(Fan): Turn the left knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed. The fan must be on to run the air conditioning compressor. To change the air delivery settings, turn the right knob to select one of the following: H (Vent): Turn the knob to this mode to direct air to the instrument panel outlets. )(Bi-Level): Turn the knob to this mode to direct half of the air to the instrument panel outlets, and the remaining air to the ﬂoor outlets. Some air may be directed toward the side windows. 3-19 6(Floor): Turn the knob to this mode to direct most of the air to the ﬂoor outlets with some air directed to the side window outlets and windshield. :(Outside Air): Press the right side of this button to turn the outside air mode on. When this mode is selected, air from outside the vehicle circulates throughout your vehicle. An indicator light comes on to show that it is activated. The outside air mode can be used with all modes, but it cannot be used with the recirculation mode. Press this button again to cancel the recirculation mode. ?(Recirculation): Press the left side of the button to turn the recirculation mode on. The air inside the vehicle is recirculated through the climate control system and throughout the vehicle, not from outside. This mode is helpful when you are trying to limit odors from entering the vehicle and for maximum air conditioning performance in hot weather. An indicator light above the button comes on to show that it is activated. The indicator light will blink three times if you try to use recirculation in a mode that it can not be used in. Use this mode only when it is needed for comfort, since window fogging occurs if the air conditioning compressor is not engaged. Press this button to cancel the outside air mode. When you switch to the defog or defrost modes the system automatically moves from recirculation to outside air. When the vehicle or fan is turned off and back on, the system automatically defaults to outside air. Only use recirculation mode when it is needed for comfort, since window fogging can occur. Temperature Control: Turn the center knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the temperature inside the vehicle. When it is cold outside 0°F (−18°C) or lower, use the engine coolant heater, if the vehicle has one, to quickly provide warmer air. An engine coolant heater warms coolant that the engine uses to warm the inside of the vehicle. For more information, see Engine Coolant Heater on page 2-25. #(Air Conditioning): Press this button to turn the air conditioning system on or off. An indicator light comes on to indicate that the air conditioning is activated. The air conditioning system removes moisture from the air, so sometimes a small amount of water drips underneath the vehicle while it is idling or after the engine is turned off. This is normal. 3-20 Maximum Air Conditioning On hot days, open the windows to let hot inside air escape; then close them. This helps to reduce the time it takes for the vehicle to cool down. It also helps the system to operate more efficiently. For quick cool down on hot days, do the following: 1. Select the C vent mode. 2. Select the highest fan speed. 3. Select # air conditioning. 4. Select the ? recirculation mode. 5. Select the coolest temperature. Using these settings together for long periods of time can cause the air inside of the vehicle to become too dry. To prevent this from happening, after the air in the vehicle has cooled, turn the recirculation mode off. If your vehicle has the remote start feature, it will turn on using the last settings selected on the climate control before the vehicle was turned off. The fan and air delivery knobs can be used during remote start. The buttons will not work until the ignition is turned on by the key. The climate control system changes back to manual operation when the vehicle key is turned to ON/RUN. Defogging and Defrosting Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity (moisture) condensing on the cool window glass. This can be minimized if the climate control system is used properly. There are two modes to choose from to clear fog or frost from your windshield. Use the defog mode to clear the windows of fog or moisture and warm the passengers. Use the defrost mode to remove fog or frost from the windshield more quickly. Turn the right knob to select the defog or defrost mode. -(Defog): Turn the knob to this setting to direct the air between the windshield and the ﬂoor outlets with a small amount directed to the side windows. This mode automatically turns off recirculation. The air conditioning compressor runs unless the outside temperature is at or below freezing. The air conditioning compressor operates although the indicator light is not on. The air conditioning indicator light turns off when defog is selected. If the air conditioning button is pressed while in defog mode, the indicator light turns on. If the button is pressed again, the light turns off. The recirculation mode cannot be selected while in the defog mode. Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear. 3-21 If driving below 50 mph (80 km/h), the rear window defogger turns off about 15 minutes after the button is pressed. If turned on again, the defogger only runs for about seven and one-half minutes before turning off. The defogger can also be turned off by pressing the button again or by turning off the engine. If your vehicle’s speed is maintained above 50 mph (80 km/h), the rear window defogger remains on once the button is pressed. If your vehicle has the remote start feature, the rear defogger automatically turns on if it is cold outside. When the vehicle transitions out of the remote start mode, the rear defogger turns off. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-4. Notice: Do not use anything sharp on the inside of the rear window. If you do, you could cut or damage the warming grid, and the repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Do not attach a temporary vehicle license, tape, a decal or anything similar to the defogger grid. 1(Defrost): Turn the knob to this setting to direct most of the air to the windshield with some air directed to the ﬂoor vents. In this mode, the system automatically forces outside air into the vehicle. The air conditioning compressor runs unless the outside temperature is at or below freezing. The air conditioning compressor operates although the indicator light is not on. The air conditioning indicator light turns off when defrost is selected. If the air conditioning button is pressed while in defrost mode, the indicator light turns on. If the button is pressed again, the light turns off. Recirculation cannot be selected while in the defrost mode. To help clear the windshield quickly, do the following: 1. Select the defrost mode. 2. Select the highest temperature. 3. Select the highest fan speed. Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog or frost from the rear window. < REAR: Press this button to turn the rear window defogger on or off. An indicator light comes on to indicate that the rear window defogger is on. Be sure to clear as much snow as possible from the rear window. 3-22 Automatic Climate Control System If your vehicle has this system, the heating, cooling, and ventilation can be automatically controlled in your vehicle. Automatic Operation AUTO (Automatic): Select AUTO on both the fan speed control and the air delivery mode control knobs to activate the automatic system. Automatic operation controls the inside temperature and air delivery. Use the steps below to place the climate control system in automatic mode: 1. Turn the fan knob and the mode knob to AUTO. The display shows the current set temperature. When auto is selected, the air conditioning operation and air inlet is automatically controlled. The air conditioning compressor runs when the outside temperature is over about 40°F (4°C). The air inlet is normally set to outside air. If it is hot outside, the air inlet can automatically switch to recirculate inside air to help quickly cool down your vehicle. 2. Set the temperature. To ﬁnd your comfort setting, start with an initial temperature setting and allow about 20 minutes for the system to regulate. Press the up or down arrow temperature buttons to adjust the temperature setting as necessary. If you choose the temperature setting of 60°F (15°C) the system remains at the maximum cooling setting. If you choose the temperature setting of 90°F (32°C) the system remains at the maximum heat setting. Choosing either maximum setting will not cause the vehicle to heat or cool faster. Be careful not to cover the sensor located on the top of the instrument panel near the windshield. This sensor regulates air temperature based on sun load, and also turns on your headlamps. Also be careful not to cover the sensor grille on the lower right side of the climate control faceplate. This senses the inside vehicle temperature needed for proper regulation. 3-23 To avoid blowing cold air at start-up in cold weather, the system delays turning on the fan until warm air is available. The length of delay depends on the engine coolant temperature. Turning the fan knob overrides this delay and change the fan to a selected speed. If your vehicle has the remote start feature, the climate control display initially shows “AS” in place of the temperature to indicate the remote start has been activated. The remote start system turns on using the last temperature selected before the vehicle was last turned off. For best performance, turn the fan and mode knobs to the AUTO position. The fan speed and air delivery modes will change to achieve the best comfort. If the outside air temperature is below 45°F and the air delivery mode knob is set to AUTO, the automatic climate control system starts in the defrost mode to clear the window. The automatic climate control changes back to manual operation by turning the vehicle on with the key. Manual Operation The air delivery mode or fan speed can be manually adjusted. 9(Off): Select this position on the fan knob to turn off the entire climate control system. Outside air still enters the vehicle, and is directed to the ﬂoor. 3-24 This direction can be changed by changing the mode position. The temperature can also be adjusted using either the up or down arrow temperature buttons. 9(Fan): Turn the knob with the fan symbol to manually adjust the fan speed. H (Vent): Turn the knob to this position to direct air to the instrument panel outlets. )(Bi-Level): Turn the knob to this position to direct half of the air to the instrument panel outlets, and the remaining air to the ﬂoor outlets. 6(Floor): Turn the knob to this position to direct most of the air to the ﬂoor outlets with some air directed to the side window outlets and windshield. The right knob can also be used to select defog or defrost modes. See Defogging and Defrosting later in this section. : (Outside Air): Press the right side of this button to turn the outside air mode on. Air from outside the vehicle circulates throughout your vehicle. An indicator light comes on to show that it is activated. The outside air mode can be used with all modes, but it cannot be used with the recirculation mode. Press this button to cancel the recirculation mode. ?(Recirculation): Press the left side of the button to turn the recirculation mode on. The air inside the vehicle is recirculated through the climate control system and throughout the vehicle, not from outside. This mode is helpful when you are trying to limit odors from entering your vehicle and for maximum air conditioning performance in hot weather. An indicator light above the button comes on to show that it is activated. If recirculation is selected while in defrost, defog, or ﬂoor, the light on the button ﬂashes three times and goes out to let you know this is not allowed. Use this mode only when it is needed for comfort, since window fogging occurs if the air conditioning compressor is not engaged. Press this button to cancel the auto recirculation feature. Each time the vehicle is started, the system reverts to the auto recirculation function. When the weather is cool or damp, operating the system in recirculation for extended periods of time can cause fogging of the vehicle’s windows. To clear the fog, select either defog or defrost. Make sure the air conditioning is on. Temperature Control: Press the up and down arrows to increase or decrease the temperature inside the vehicle. #(Air Conditioning): Press this button to turn the air conditioning compressor on and off. A light above the button comes on while the air conditioning is on. When air conditioning is selected or in AUTO mode, the system runs the air conditioning automatically to cool and dehumidify the air entering the vehicle. On hot days, open the windows long enough to let hot inside air escape. This reduces the time it takes for the vehicle to cool down. Then keep the windows closed for the air conditioner to work its best. On cool, but sunny days while using manual operation of the automatic system, use bi-level to deliver warm air to the ﬂoor and cooler air to the instrument panel outlets. To warm or cool the air, press the temperature buttons to the desired setting. In AUTO mode the system cools and dehumidiﬁes the air inside the vehicle. Also, the system maximizes its performance by using recirculation as necessary. Heating: On cold days when using manual operation of the automatic system, choose ﬂoor mode to deliver air to the ﬂoor outlets. To warm or cool the air delivered, push the temperature buttons to the desired setting. To use the automatic mode, turn the knob to AUTO and adjust the temperature by pressing the temperature buttons. 3-25 Defogging and Defrosting Use either the defog or front defrost to clear fog or frost from the windshield. -(Defog): Turn the mode knob to this position to clear the windows of fog or moisture. This setting delivers air to the ﬂoor and windshield outlets. 0(Defrost): Turn the mode knob to this position to defrost the windshield. The system automatically controls the fan speed if AUTO mode is selected. If the outside temperature is 40°F (4°C) or warmer, the air conditioning compressor automatically runs to help dehumidify the air and dry the windshield. The air conditioning indicator light blinks three times if you try to turn off the compressor while in this mode. Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window. <(Rear): Press this button to turn the rear window defogger on or off. An indicator light above the button comes on to indicate that the rear window defogger is activated. If driving below 50 mph (80 km/h), the rear window defogger turns off about 15 minutes after the button is pressed. If turned on again, the defogger will only run for about seven and one-half minutes before turning off. If your vehicle’s speed is maintained above 50 mph (80 km/h), the rear window defogger remains on once the button is pressed. If your vehicle has the remote start feature, the rear defogger automatically turns on if it is cold outside, but the indicator light does not come on. When the vehicle transitions out of remote start mode the rear defogger turns off. Notice: Do not use a razor blade or sharp object to clear the inside rear window. Do not adhere anything to the defogger grid lines in the rear glass. These actions may damage the rear defogger. Repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Outlet Adjustment Rotate the instrument panel outlets and move the louvers on the outlets to change the direction and amount of airﬂow in your vehicle. 3-26 Operation Tips (cid:129) Clear away any ice, snow or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the windshield that can block the ﬂow of air into your vehicle. (cid:129) Use of non-GM approved hood deﬂectors can adversely affect the performance of the system. (cid:129) Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside of your vehicle more effectively. (cid:129) When an objectionable odor outside the vehicle is encountered, use the recirculation mode, with the temperature knob at a comfortable setting to prevent the odor from entering the vehicle through the ventilation system. This can be helpful when driving through a long tunnel with poor ventilation. However, extended usage of this mode in cold or cool weather can cause window fogging. Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators This section describes the warning lights and gages on your vehicle. 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 the 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 the details show on the next few pages, some warning lights come on brieﬂy when you start the engine just to let you know they are working. If you are familiar with this section, you should not be alarmed when this happens. Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there is a problem with your vehicle. When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on as 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 get to know your vehicle’s warning lights and gages. They can be a big help. 3-27 Instrument Panel Cluster The instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You will know how fast you are going, how much fuel you have, and many other things you will need to drive safely and economically. United States 2.4L and 3.6L Engines shown, Canada, 3.5L and 3.9L Engines similar 3-28 Speedometer and Odometer The speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). The odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada). When in manual shift mode, the odometer will change from the vehicle’s mileage to the letter M, for manual mode, and a number indicating the requested gear range when moving the shift lever forward or rearward. For more information see Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2-27. Your vehicle has a tamper resistant odometer. Repair or replacement of your instrument panel cluster should only be performed by your dealer/retailer. Trip Odometer The trip odometer can display how far you have driven since you last reset it. For more information see DIC Operation and Displays on page 3-43. Tachometer The tachometer shows your engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). 2.4L and 3.6L Engine shown, 3.5L and 3.9L Engine similar If you operate the engine with the Notice: tachometer in the shaded warning area, your vehicle could be damaged, and the damages would not be covered by your warranty. Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in the shaded warning area. 3-29 Safety Belt Reminders Safety Belt Reminder Light When the engine is started, a chime will come on for several seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts, unless the driver’s safety belt is already buckled. The passenger safety belt light, located on the instrument panel, will come on and stay on for several seconds and then ﬂash for several more. This chime and light are repeated if the passenger remains unbuckled and the vehicle is in motion. The safety belt light will also come on and stay on for several seconds, then it will ﬂash for several more. This chime and light is repeated if the driver remains unbuckled and the vehicle is in motion. If the driver’s belt is already buckled, neither the chime nor the light will come on. Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light Several seconds after the engine is started, a chime will sound for several seconds to remind the front passenger to buckle their safety belt. This would only occur if the passenger airbag is enabled. See Passenger Sensing System on page 1-68 for more information. 3-30 If the passenger’s safety belt is buckled, neither the chime nor the light will come on. Airbag Readiness Light There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the airbag sensor, the pretensioners, the airbag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module. For more information on the airbag system, see Airbag System on page 1-59. This light will come on when you start your vehicle, and it will ﬂash for a few seconds. The light should go out and the system is ready. The airbag readiness light should ﬂash for a few seconds when you start the engine. If the light does not come on then, have it ﬁxed immediately. If there is a problem with the airbag system, an airbag Driver Information Center (DIC) message may also come on. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-46 for more information. If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving, your airbag system may not work properly. Have your vehicle serviced right away. Passenger Airbag Status Indicator Your vehicle has the passenger sensing system. Your instrument panel has a passenger airbag status indicator. {CAUTION: If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle, it means the airbag system may not be working properly. The airbags in your vehicle may not inﬂate in a crash, or they could even inﬂate without a crash. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have your vehicle serviced right away if the airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle. United States Canada When you start the vehicle, the passenger airbag status indicator will light ON and OFF, or the symbol for on and off, for several seconds as a system check. If you use remote start to start your vehicle from a distance, if equipped, you may not see the system check. 3-31 {CAUTION: Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger’s frontal airbag if the system detects a rear-facing child restraint, no system is fail-safe, and no one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance, even though it is turned off. We recommend that rear-facing child restraints be secured in the rear seat, even if the airbag is off. If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the airbag status indicator, it means that the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger’s frontal airbag. See Passenger Sensing System on page 1-68 for more on this, including important safety information. Then, after several more seconds, the status indicator will light either ON or OFF, or either the on or off symbol to let you know the status of the right front passenger’s frontal airbag. If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the right front passenger’s frontal airbag is enabled (may inﬂate). {CAUTION: If the on indicator comes on when you have a rear-facing child restraint installed in the right front passenger’s seat, it means that the passenger sensing system has not turned off the passenger’s frontal airbag. A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger’s airbag inﬂates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inﬂating airbag. Do not use a rear-facing child restraint in the right front passenger’s seat if the airbag is turned on. 3-32 If, after several seconds, both status indicator lights remain on, or if there are no lights at all, there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing system. See your dealer/retailer for service. {CAUTION: If the airbag readiness light in the instrument panel cluster ever comes on and stays on, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system. If this ever happens, have the vehicle serviced promptly, because an adult-size person sitting in the right front passenger’s seat may not have the protection of the airbag(s). See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3-30 for more on this, including important safety information. Charging System Light This light will come on brieﬂy when you turn on the ignition, but the engine is not running, as a check to show you it is working. It should go out once the engine is running. If it stays on, or comes on while you are driving, you may have a problem with the charging system. A charging system Driver Information Center (DIC) message may also appear. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-46 for more information. This light could indicate that you have problems with a generator drive belt, or another electrical problem. Have it checked right away. If you must drive a short distance with the light on, be certain to turn off all your accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner. 3-33 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 on page 4-25. {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 have pulled off the road and stopped carefully, have the vehicle towed for service. Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part is not working, the other part can still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need both parts working well. If the warning light comes on, there is a brake problem. Have your brake system inspected right away. United States Canada This light should come on brieﬂy when you start the engine. If it does not come on then, have it ﬁxed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem. When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will also come on when you set your parking brake. The light will stay on if your parking brake does not release fully. If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released, it means you have a brake problem. 3-34 Antilock Brake System Warning Light Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light For vehicles with the Antilock Brake System (ABS), this light will come on brieﬂy when you start the engine. If the traction control warning light comes on and stays on, there may be a problem with the traction control system. See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 4-5 for more information. That is normal. If the light does not come on then, have it ﬁxed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem. If the ABS light stays on, turn the ignition off, if the light comes on when you are driving, stop as soon as it is safely possible and turn the ignition off. Then start the engine again to reset the system. If the ABS light still stays on, or comes on again while you are driving, your vehicle needs service. If the regular brake system warning light is not on, you still have brakes, but you do not have antilock brakes. If the regular brake system warning light is also on, you do not have antilock brakes and there is a problem with your regular brakes. See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-34. For vehicles with a Driver Information Center (DIC), see DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-46 for all brake related DIC messages. 3-35 This light will also come on when the StabiliTrak® system has been turned off. For more information, see StabiliTrak® System on page 4-6. StabiliTrak® Indicator Light If your vehicle has the StabiliTrak® system, this light will come on when the StabiliTrak® system is activated. For more information, see StabiliTrak® System on page 4-6. Traction Control System (TCS) Active Light This light will appear when the traction control system is limiting wheel spin. You may feel or hear the system working, but this is normal. Slippery road conditions may exist if this light appears, so adjust your driving accordingly. The light will stay on for a few seconds after the traction control system stops limiting wheel spin. See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 4-5 for more information. StabiliTrak® Not Ready Light If your vehicle has the StabiliTrak® system, this light will come on if there is a problem detected with the StabiliTrak® system. 3-36 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Tire Pressure Light Your vehicle has a tire pressure light. United States Canada This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If the gage pointer moves into the red area, the light comes on and you hear a chime, the engine is too hot! It means that your engine coolant has overheated. See Engine Overheating on page 5-33. This light comes on brieﬂy when the engine is started and provides information about tire pressures and the Tire Pressure Monitoring System. When the Light is Solid This indicates that one or more of your tires are signiﬁcantly underinﬂated. A tire pressure message in the Driver Information Center (DIC), may accompany the light. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-46 for more information. Stop and check your tires as soon as it is safe to do so. If underinﬂated, inﬂate to the proper pressure. See Tires on page 5-60 for more information. 3-37 When the Light Flashes First and Then is Solid This indicates that there may be a problem with the Tire Pressure Monitor System. The light will ﬂash for about a minute and then stay on solid for the remainder of the ignition cycle. This sequence will repeat with every ignition cycle. See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 5-70 for more information. Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light A computer system called OBD II (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) monitors operation of the fuel, ignition, and emission control systems. It makes sure 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 an OBD II problem and service is required. If you keep driving your vehicle with this Malfunctions often are indicated by the system before any problem is apparent. This can prevent more serious damage to your vehicle. This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction. Notice: light on, after a while, the emission controls might not work as well, your vehicle’s fuel economy might not be as good, and the engine might not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs that might not be covered by your warranty. Notice: Modiﬁcations made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) can affect your vehicle’s emission controls and can cause this light to come on. Modiﬁcations to these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty. This could also result in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection/Maintenance test. See Accessories and Modiﬁcations on page 5-4. 3-38 This light comes on, as a check to show it is working, when the ignition is turned ON/RUN but the engine is not running. If the light does not come on, have it repaired. This light also comes on during a malfunction in one of two ways: Light Flashing — A misﬁre condition has been detected. A misﬁre increases vehicle emissions and could damage the emission control system on your vehicle. Diagnosis and service might be required. Light On Steady — An emission control system malfunction has been detected on your vehicle. Diagnosis and service might be required. If the Light is Flashing The following can prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: (cid:129) Reduce vehicle speed. (cid:129) Avoid hard accelerations. (cid:129) Avoid steep uphill grades. If you are towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible. If the light stops ﬂashing and remains on steady, see “If the Light Is On Steady” following. If the light continues to ﬂash, when it is safe to do so, stop the vehicle. Find a safe place to park the vehicle. Turn the ignition off, wait at least 10 seconds, and restart the engine. If the light remains on steady, see “If the Light Is On Steady” following. If the light is still ﬂashing, follow the previous steps and see your dealer/retailer for service as soon as possible. If the Light Is On Steady You might be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following: Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle? If so, reinstall the fuel cap, making sure to fully install the cap. See Filling the Tank on page 5-9. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. A loose or missing fuel cap allows 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 vehicle’s electrical system might be wet. The condition is usually corrected when the electrical system dries out. A few driving trips should turn the light off. 3-39 (cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) Have you recently changed brands of fuel? If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 5-6. Poor fuel quality causes the engine not to run as efficiently as designed. You might 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 might go away once the engine is warmed up. This will be detected by the system and cause the light to turn on. If you experience one or more of these conditions, change the fuel brand you use. It will require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off. If none of the above steps have made the light turn off, your dealer/retailer can check the vehicle. Your dealer/retailer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to ﬁx any mechanical or electrical problems that might have developed. Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state/provincial and local governments have or might begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration. Here are some things you need to know to help your vehicle pass an inspection: Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the check engine light is on or not working properly. Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the OBD (on-board diagnostic) system determines that critical emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed by the system. The vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection. This can happen if you have recently replaced the battery or if the battery has run down. The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving. This can take several days of routine driving. If you have done this and your vehicle still does not pass the inspection for lack of OBD system readiness, your dealer/retailer can prepare the vehicle for inspection. 3-40 Oil Pressure Light {CAUTION: Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches ﬁre. You or others could be burned. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced. Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance may damage the engine. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil. This light will come on brieﬂy when you start your engine. If it does not, have your vehicle serviced. When the light comes on and stays on, it means that oil is not ﬂowing through your engine properly. You could be low on oil and you might have some other system problem. Security Light For information regarding this light and the vehicle’s security system, see Content Theft-Deterrent on page 2-18. 3-41 Cruise Control Light Fuel Gage This light comes on whenever you set the cruise control. The light goes out when the cruise control is turned off. See Cruise Control on page 3-10 for more information. Highbeam On Light This light comes on when the high-beam headlamps are in use. See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 3-8 for more information. 3-42 United States Canada The fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left, when the ignition is on. See Low Fuel Warning Light on page 3-42 for more information. Low Fuel Warning Light This light, on the fuel gage, comes on when the fuel tank is low on fuel. To turn if off, add fuel to the fuel tank. Driver Information Center (DIC) The Driver Information Center (DIC) provides the following: (cid:129) A way to personalize your vehicle Trip information (cid:129) Warning messages United States Canada The buttons used to activate the DIC are located on the left side of the vehicle’s audio system. INFO/4(Information): Press this button to scroll through the vehicle information mode displays. MENU: Press this button to enter and scroll through the menu mode. ENTER/r (Enter): Press this button to select a menu option or to acknowledge a warning message. The DIC messages will be read through your audio system display. DIC Operation and Displays The DIC comes on when the ignition is on. If your vehicle has the uplevel audio system, the time and outside temperature is shown on the ﬁrst line of the display and the DIC information is shown on the second line of the display. The DIC has different modes which can be accessed by pressing the DIC buttons. The button functions are detailed in the following section. Information Modes INFO/4(Information): Press this button to scroll through the vehicle information mode displays in the following order: TRIP A TRIP B FUEL RANGE (Fuel Range Until Empty) (cid:129) MPG (L/100 KM) AVG (Average Fuel Economy) 3-43 (cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) MPG (L/100 KM) INST (Instantaneous Fuel Economy) (cid:129) AV SPEED (Average Vehicle Speed) (cid:129) OIL LIFE (Engine Oil Life System) Tire Pressure TRIP A or TRIP B: Press the information button until TRIP A or TRIP B display. These modes show the current distance traveled since the last reset for each trip odometer in either miles (mi) or kilometers (km). Both odometers can be used at the same time. To reset the trip odometer to zero, press and hold the enter button for a few seconds while the desired trip odometer is displayed. FUEL RANGE: Press the information button until FUEL RANGE displays. This mode shows the remaining distance you can drive without refueling in either miles (mi) or kilometers (km). It is based on fuel economy and the fuel remaining in the tank. When the fuel level is low, FUEL RANGE LOW displays. 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. The FUEL RANGE mode cannot be reset. MPG (L/100 KM) AVG (Average): Press the information button until MPG (L/100 KM) AVG displays. This mode shows how many miles per gallon (mpg) or liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) your vehicle is getting based on current and past driving conditions. To reset the average fuel economy, press and hold the enter button while MPG (L/100 KM) AVG is displayed. Average fuel economy is then be calculated starting from that point. If the average fuel economy is not reset, it is continually updated each time you drive. MPG (L/100 KM) INST (Instantaneous): Press the information button until MPG (L/100 KM) INST displays. This mode shows the current fuel economy at a particular moment and changes frequently as driving conditions change. This mode shows the instantaneous fuel economy in miles per gallon (mpg) or liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km). Unlike average fuel economy, this screen cannot be reset. AV (Average) SPEED: Press the information button until AV SPEED displays. This mode shows the vehicle’s average speed in miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (km/h). To reset the average vehicle speed, press and hold the enter button while AV SPEED is displayed. 3-44 (cid:129) OIL LIFE: Press the information button until OIL LIFE displays. The engine oil life system shows an estimate of the oil’s remaining useful life. It shows 100% when the system is reset after an oil change. It alerts you to change the oil on a schedule consistent with your driving conditions. In addition to the engine oil life system monitoring the oil life, additional maintenance is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this manual. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 and Engine Oil on page 5-21. Always reset the engine oil life system after an oil change. See “How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System” under Engine Oil Life System on page 5-24. Tire Pressure: The pressure for each tire can be viewed in the DIC. The tire pressure is shown in either pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascals (kPa). Press the information button until LF ## PSI (kPa) ## RF displays for the front tires. Press the information button again until LR ## PSI (kPa) ## RR displays for the rear tires. If a low tire pressure condition is detected by the system while driving, a message advising you to check the tire pressure appears in the display. See Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 5-68 and DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-46 for more information. Personalization MENU: Press this button while the ignition is on to scroll through each of the personalization options in the following order. To avoid excessive drain on the battery, it is recommended that the headlamps are turned off. If the vehicle is moving faster than 2 mph (3 km/h), the personalization menu options are not available, except for the UNITS option. All of the personalization options may not be available on your vehicle. Only the options available display on the DIC. (cid:129) Oil Life Reset (cid:129) Units Selection (English/Metric) Tire Learn?, on vehicles without the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system (cid:129) Remote Start Capability (cid:129) Horn Chirp During Remote Keyless Entry Locking (cid:129) Horn Chirp During Remote Keyless Entry Unlocking (cid:129) Exterior Light Flash During Remote Keyless Entry Locking or Unlocking (cid:129) Delayed Locking (cid:129) Automatic Vehicle Unlocking: Speciﬁc Doors (cid:129) Automatic Vehicle Unlocking: When Key is Off or When Shift To Park 3-45 (cid:129) (cid:129) Exterior Perimeter Lighting During Remote Keyless Entry Unlock (cid:129) Select Language: (English, French, Spanish or German) When the desired option is reached, press the enter button to toggle between the modes of that option. To make a selection, press the MENU button again. If no selection is made within 10 seconds, the display reverts back to the previous information displayed. The MENU mode is exited when the information button is pressed, a 10 second time period has elapsed, the ignition is turned off, or the end of the MENU list is reached. See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-50 for more information on the personalization options. Enter ENTER/r(Enter): Press this button to reset certain functions and to turn off or acknowledge messages on the DIC display. This button also toggles through the options available in each personalization menu. 3-46 DIC Warnings and Messages These messages appear if there is a problem detected in one of your vehicle’s systems. A message clears when the vehicle’s condition is no longer present. To acknowledge a message and clear it from the display, press and hold any of the DIC buttons. If the condition is still present, the warning message comes back on the next time the vehicle is turned off and back on. With most messages, a warning chime sounds when the message displays. Your vehicle may have other warning messages. AUTO (Automatic) LIGHTS OFF This message displays if the automatic headlamp system is disabled with the headlamp switch. AUTO (Automatic) LIGHTS ON This message displays if the automatic headlamp system is enabled with the headlamp switch. BRAKE FLUID This message displays, while the ignition is on, when the brake ﬂuid level is low. The brake system warning light on the instrument panel cluster also comes on. See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-34 for more information. Have the brake system serviced by your dealer/retailer as soon as possible. CHANGE OIL SOON This message displays when the life of the engine oil has expired and it should be changed. When this message is acknowledged and cleared from the display, the engine oil life system must still be reset separately. See Engine Oil Life System on page 5-24, Engine Oil on page 5-21, and Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 for more information. CHECK CARGO TOP If your vehicle has a retractable hardtop, this message displays if the cargo divider is not in place when operating the retractable hardtop. Open the trunk and make sure the cargo divider is secure and no objects are on the divider. See Trunk on page 2-13, Lowering the Retractable Hardtop on page 2-46, and Raising the Retractable Hardtop on page 2-49 for more information. CHECK GAS CAP This message displays if the fuel cap has not been fully tightened. Recheck the fuel cap to make sure that it is on properly. A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the message off. CHECK TIRE PRESS (Pressure) This message displays when the pressure in one or more of the vehicle’s tires needs to be checked. If a tire pressure message appears on the DIC, stop as soon as you can. Have the tire pressures checked and set to those shown on the Tire Loading Information label. See Tires on page 5-60, Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-20, and Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 5-68. The DIC also shows the tire pressure values. See DIC Operation and Displays on page 3-43. If the tire pressure is low, the low tire pressure warning light comes on. See Tire Pressure Light on page 3-37. DOOR AJAR This message displays if one or more of the vehicle’s doors are not closed properly. Make sure that the door(s) are closed completely. ENGINE DISABLED This message displays if the starting of the engine is disabled. Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer immediately. ENG (Engine) PWR (Power) REDUCED This message displays to inform you that the vehicle has reduced engine power to avoid damaging the engine. Reduced engine power can affect the vehicle’s ability to accelerate. If this message is on, but there is no reduction in performance, proceed to your destination. The performance may be reduced the next time the vehicle is driven. The vehicle may be driven at a reduced speed while this message is on, but 3-47 acceleration and speed may be reduced. Anytime this message stays on, the vehicle should be taken to your dealer/retailer for service as soon as possible. ICE POSSIBLE This message displays when the outside air temperature is cold enough to create icy road conditions. Adjust your driving accordingly. KEY FOB BATT (Battery) LOW This message displays if the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter battery is low. Replace the battery in the transmitter. See “Battery Replacement” under Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-4. LEARN COMPLETE On vehicles without the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system, this message displays when the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) has completed the tire learning process. See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 5-70 for more information. LOW FUEL This message displays along with a low fuel warning light on the instrument panel cluster when your vehicle is low on fuel. Reﬁll the fuel tank as soon as possible. See Low Fuel Warning Light on page 3-42, Fuel on page 5-6, and Filling the Tank on page 5-9. 3-48 LOW WASHER FLUID This message displays when the vehicle’s windshield washer ﬂuid is low. Fill the windshield washer ﬂuid reservoir to the proper level as soon as possible. See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5-41. PARKING BRAKE This message displays if the parking brake is left engaged and you try to drive away. See Parking Brake on page 2-31 for more information. POWER STEERING This message displays if a problem has been detected with the electric power steering, if your vehicle has this feature. Have your vehicle serviced immediately by your dealer/retailer. SERVICE AIR BAG This message displays when there is a problem with the airbag system. Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer immediately. SVC (Service) TIRE MONITOR This message displays if a part on the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) is not working properly. The tire pressure light also ﬂashes and then remains on during the same ignition cycle. See Tire Pressure Light on page 3-37. Several conditions may cause this message to appear. See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 5-72 for more information. If the warning comes on and stays on, there may be a problem with the TPMS. See your dealer/retailer. TIRE LEARN ON On vehicles without the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system, this message displays when the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) is re-learning the tire positions on your vehicle. The tire positions must be re-learned after rotating the tires or after replacing a tire or sensor. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-77, Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 5-70, and Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 5-68 for more information. TOP INOP (Inoperative) – TRUNK If your vehicle has a retractable hardtop, this message displays if the trunk lid is not completely closed when operating the retractable hardtop. Make sure that the trunk lid is closed when operating the retractable hardtop. See Trunk on page 2-13, Lowering the Retractable Hardtop on page 2-46, and Raising the Retractable Hardtop on page 2-49 for more information. TOP MOVE COMPLT (Complete) If your vehicle has a retractable hardtop, this message displays when the retractable hardtop has lowered or raised completely. See Lowering the Retractable Hardtop on page 2-46 and Raising the Retractable Hardtop on page 2-49 for more information. TOP NOT ALLOWED If your vehicle has a retractable hardtop, this message displays if the retractable hardtop button is pressed while the vehicle is not in PARK (P). Make sure that the vehicle is in PARK (P) when operating the retractable hardtop. See Lowering the Retractable Hardtop on page 2-46 and Raising the Retractable Hardtop on page 2-49 for more information. TOP NOT SECURE If your vehicle has a retractable hardtop, this message displays when the retractable hardtop button is released before the top open or close operation is complete. Press and hold the retractable hardtop button to fully open or close the top. See Lowering the Retractable Hardtop on page 2-46 and Raising the Retractable Hardtop on page 2-49 for more information. 3-49 TOP OVER TEMP (Temperature) If your vehicle has a retractable hardtop, this message displays when the retractable hardtop button is pressed and the hardtop pump motor temperature is too hot. Wait for the hardtop pump motor to cool down before using the retractable hardtop. See Lowering the Retractable Hardtop on page 2-46 and Raising the Retractable Hardtop on page 2-49 for more information. TOP TOO COLD If your vehicle has a retractable hardtop, this message displays when the retractable hardtop button is pressed and the hardtop pump motor temperature is too cold. Wait for the hardtop pump motor to warm up before using the retractable hardtop. See Lowering the Retractable Hardtop on page 2-46 and Raising the Retractable Hardtop on page 2-49 for more information. TRUNK AJAR This message displays when the trunk is not closed completely. Make sure that the trunk is closed completely. See Trunk on page 2-13 for more information. DIC Vehicle Personalization The following personalization options may appear on your vehicle’s audio display by pressing the MENU button. 3-50 The default settings for the features were set when your vehicle left the factory, but may have been changed from their default state since that time. OIL LIFE RESET: When this option is displayed, you can reset the engine oil life system. To reset the system, see Engine Oil Life System on page 5-24. UNITS: When UNITS appears on the display, press the enter button to move between METRIC (default in Canada) or ENGLISH (default in United States). When you have made your choice, press the MENU button to record your selection. If you choose English, all information will be displayed in English units. If you choose metric, all information will be displayed in metric units. The unit measurement will also change the trip odometer, temperature, and average fuel economy displays. TIRE LEARN?: This option is available on vehicles without the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system. After rotating the tires or after replacing a tire or sensor, the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) must re-learn the tire positions. To re-learn the tire positions, see Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 5-70. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-77 and DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-46 for more information. REMOTE START: If your vehicle has this feature, the remote start option can be enabled or disabled. When REMOTE START appears on the display, press the enter button to move between OFF and ON (default). When you have made your choice, press the MENU button to record your selection. LOCK HORN: If your vehicle has Remote Keyless Entry (RKE), this option which allows the vehicle’s horn to chirp every time the lock button on the RKE transmitter is pressed, can be enabled or disabled. When LOCK HORN appears on the display, press the enter button to move between ON and OFF (default). When you have made your choice, press the MENU button to record your selection. UNLOCK HORN: If your vehicle has Remote Keyless Entry (RKE), this option which allows the vehicle’s horn to chirp every time the unlock button on the RKE transmitter is pressed, can be enabled or disabled. When UNLOCK HORN appears on the display, press the enter button to move between ON and OFF (default). When you have made your choice, press the MENU button to record your selection. LIGHT FLASH: If your vehicle has Remote Keyless Entry (RKE), this option which allows the vehicle’s exterior perimeter lighting to ﬂash every time the lock, unlock, or trunk release buttons on the RKE transmitter are pressed, can be enabled or disabled. When LIGHT FLASH appears on the display, press the enter button to move between OFF and ON (default). When you have made your choice, press the MENU button to record your selection. DELAY LOCK: The delayed locking option, which delays the actual locking of the vehicle, can be enabled or disabled. When DELAY LOCK appears on the display, press the enter button to move between OFF and ON (default). When you have made your choice, press the MENU button to record your selection. AUTO UNLK (Unlock): The automatic door unlocking option, which allows the vehicle to automatically unlock certain doors can be enabled or disabled. When AUTO UNLK appears on the display, press the enter button to move between ALL (default), DRIVER, or NONE. When you have made your choice, press the MENU button to record your selection. See Programmable Automatic Door Unlock on page 2-12 for more information. UNLK (Unlock): This screen displays only if DRIVER or ALL is selected for the AUTO UNLK option. This option determines when the automatic door unlocking will occur, when either the key is turned to OFF or the vehicle is shifted into PARK (P). When UNLK appears on the display, press the enter button to move between KEY OFF and SHIFT TO P (Park) (default). When you have made your choice, press the MENU button to record your selection. See Programmable Automatic Door Unlock on page 2-12 for more information. 3-51 EXT (Exterior) LIGHTS: If your vehicle has Remote Keyless Entry (RKE), this option, which allows the vehicle’s exterior perimeter lighting to turn on each time the unlock button on the RKE transmitter is pressed, can be enabled or disabled. When EXT LIGHTS appears on the display, press the enter button to move between ON (default) and OFF. When you have made your choice, press the MENU button to record your selection. LANGUAGE: To select your choice of language, press the enter button to move between the optional languages. The languages are ENGLISH (default), FRENCH, SPANISH, and GERMAN. Choosing a language will display all of the information on the DIC in the desired language. When you have made your choice, press the MENU button for at least one second to record your selection. Audio System(s) Determine which radio your vehicle has and then read the pages following to familiarize yourself with its features. {CAUTION: This system provides you with far greater access to audio stations and song listings. Giving extended attention to entertainment tasks while driving can cause a crash and you or others can be injured or killed. Always keep your eyes on the road and your mind on the drive — avoid engaging in extended searching while driving. Keeping your mind on the drive is important for safe driving. See Defensive Driving on page 4-2. Here are some ways in which you can help avoid distraction while driving. While your vehicle is parked: Familiarize yourself with all of its controls. Familiarize yourself with its operation. 3-52 (cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) Set up your audio system by presetting your favorite radio stations, setting the tone, and adjusting the speakers. Then, when driving conditions permit, you can tune to your favorite radio stations using the presets and steering wheel controls if the vehicle has them. Notice: Before adding any sound equipment to your vehicle, such as an audio system, CD player, CB radio, mobile telephone, or two-way radio, make sure that it can be added by checking with your dealer/retailer. Also, check federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone units. If sound equipment can be added, it is very important to do it properly. Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle’s engine, radio, or other systems, and even damage them. Your vehicle’s systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added. Your vehicle has a feature called Retained Accessory Power (RAP). With RAP, the audio system can be played even after the ignition is turned off. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 2-23 for more information. Setting the Clock To set the hour, press the CLOCK button. The clock symbol displays and the hour ﬂashes. Turn the ADJ (adjust) knob to increase or to decrease the hours. To set the minutes, press the CLOCK button again. The minutes ﬂash. Turn the ADJ knob to increase or to decrease the minutes. The time can be set with the ignition on or off. To synchronize the time with an FM station broadcasting Radio Data System (RDS) information, press and hold the clock button to enter the clock set mode, then press and hold the clock button for three seconds until UPDATED displays. If the time is not available from the station, NO UPDATE displays. RDS time is broadcast once a minute. After tuning to an RDS broadcast station, it can take a few minutes for the time to update. 3-53 Radio(s) Radio with a Single CD Player Radio with a Six-Disc CD Player Your vehicle has one of these radios as its audio system. If your vehicle has the Monsoon audio system, it has eight speakers and an eight channel ampliﬁer. The radio displays MONSOON when the radio or the ignition is turned on. See your dealer/retailer for details. 3-54 Radio Data System (RDS) The audio system has a Radio Data System (RDS). RDS features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information. With RDS, the radio can do the following: (cid:129) Seek to stations broadcasting the selected type of programming (cid:129) Receive announcements concerning local and national emergencies (cid:129) Display messages from radio stations (cid:129) Seek to stations with traffic announcements This system relies upon receiving speciﬁc information from these stations and only works when the information is available. In rare cases, a radio station can broadcast incorrect information that causes the radio features to work improperly. If this happens, contact the radio station. While the radio is tuned to an RDS station, the station name or call letters appear on the display instead of the frequency. RDS stations can also provide the time of day, a program type (PTY) for current programming, and the name of the program being broadcast. Playing the Radio O (Power): Press to turn the system on and off. u (Volume): Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or to decrease the volume. DISP (Display): Press to switch the display between the time and the temperature or the radio station frequency and the temperature. While the ignition is off, press to display the time. For RDS, press to change what appears on the display while using RDS. The display options are station name, RDS station frequency, PTY, and the name of the program (if available). For XM™ (if equipped), press while in XM mode to retrieve four different categories of information related to the current song or channel: Artist, Song Title, Category or PTY, Channel Number/Channel Name. To change the default on the display, press the DISP knob until you see the desired display, then hold the knob for two seconds. The radio produces a beep and the selected display is now the default. 3-55 AUTO u (Automatic Volume): With automatic volume, the audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive. Set the volume at the desired level. Press this button to select LOW, MEDIUM, or HIGH. AUTO VOL LOW, AUTO VOL MEDIUM, or AUTO VOL HIGH displays. Each higher setting allows for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds. As you drive, automatic volume increases the volume, as necessary, to overcome noise at any speed. The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive. AUTO VOL NONE displays if the radio cannot determine the vehicle speed or if the engine is not running. To turn automatic volume off, press this button until AUTO VOL OFF displays. Finding a Station BAND: Press to switch between FM1, FM2, AM, or XM1 or XM2 (if equipped). The display shows the selection. ADJ (Adjust): Turn to select radio stations. x SEEK w: Press the arrows to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there. To scan stations, press and hold either arrow for two seconds until a beep sounds. The radio goes to a station, plays for a few seconds, then goes to the next station. Press either arrow again to stop scanning. 3-56 To scan preset stations, press and hold either arrow for more than four seconds until two beeps sound. The radio goes to the ﬁrst preset station stored on the pushbuttons, plays for a few seconds, then goes to the next preset station. Press either arrow again to stop scanning presets. The radio only seeks and scans stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band. Setting Preset Stations Up to 30 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM, six XM1 and six XM2 (if equipped)), can be programmed on the six numbered pushbuttons, by performing the following steps: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press BAND to select FM1, FM2, AM, or XM1 or XM2 (if equipped). 3. Tune in the desired station. 4. Press AUTO TONE to select the equalization. 5. Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons until a beep sounds. When that numbered pushbutton is pressed, the station that was set, returns and the equalization that was selected is stored for that pushbutton. 6. Repeat the steps for each pushbutton. Setting the Tone (Bass/Midrange/Treble) TONE (Bass/Midrange/Treble): Press and release the tone until BASS, MID (midrange), or TREB (treble) displays. Turn the ADJ (adjust) knob to increase or to decrease the tone. The display shows the bass, midrange, or treble level. If a station is weak or has static, decrease the treble. To adjust bass, midrange, or treble to the middle position, select BASS, MID, or TREB. Then press and hold the tone button for more than two seconds. One beep sounds and the tone control adjusts to the middle position. To adjust all tone controls to the middle position, press and hold the tone button while no tone control is displayed. ALL CENTERED displays and a beep sounds. The bass, midrange, and treble adjusts to the middle position. AUTO TONE (Automatic Equalization): Press to select customized equalization settings designed for country, jazz, talk, pop, rock, and classical. The equalization setting last chosen appears on the display when you ﬁrst press this button. Each time you press this button, another equalization setting displays and automatic tone or automatic equalization switches to that preset equalization setting. To return to the manual mode, press the AUTO TONE button until CUSTOM displays. The bass, midrange, and treble can manually be adjusted using the tone button. Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) BAL/FADE (Balance/Fade): To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers, push and release the balance and fade button until BAL displays. Turn the ADJ (adjust) knob to move the sound toward the right or the left speakers. To adjust the fade between the front and the rear speakers, push and release the balance and fade button until FADE displays. Turn the ADJ knob to move the sound toward the front or the rear speakers. To adjust balance or fade to the middle position, select BAL or FADE. Then press and hold the balance and fade button for more than two seconds. One beep sounds and the speaker control adjusts to the middle position. To adjust both speaker controls to the middle position, push and hold the balance and fade button while no speaker control is displayed. ALL CENTERED displays and One beep sounds. 3-57

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