2005 Pontiac Grand PRIX Owners Manual

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Visor Vanity Mirror Raise the cover on the top of the sun visor to expose the vanity mirror. If the vehicle has lighted vanity mirrors, the lamps come on when the cover is opened. Theft-Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although the vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent features, nothing that is put on the vehicle can make it impossible to steal. Content Theft-Deterrent The vehicle has a content theft-deterrent alarm system. A red light located on top of the instrument panel, toward the center of the vehicle and near the windshield, will ﬂash slowly when the system is armed. The theft-deterrent alarm system needs to be activated through the Driver’s Information Center (DIC). See “Theft Deterrent” under the Personal Programming Mode Screens in DIC Controls and Displays (Base Level DIC) on page 3-49 or DIC Controls and Displays (Uplevel DIC with Trip Computer) on page 3-57. While armed, the doors will not unlock with the power door lock switch. The remote alarm will sound if someone tampers with the trunk, enters the vehicle without using the remote keyless entry transmitter or key to unlock the doors, or turns the ignition on without the proper key. The horn will sound and the headlamps will ﬂash for up to two minutes. The system will also cut off the fuel supply, preventing the vehicle from being driven. Arming with the Power Lock Switch The vehicle’s content theft-deterrent alarm system can be activated when the key is removed from the ignition and the power door lock switch of either the driver’s or front passenger’s door is used to lock the vehicle. The door needs to be in the open position when pressing the power door lock switch. The alarm system will not activate if the door is closed and the power door lock switch is pressed. This system can be activated through the Driver’s Information Center (DIC). See “Lock Switch Arm” under the Personal Programming Mode Screens in DIC Controls and Displays (Base Level DIC) on page 3-49 or DIC Controls and Displays (Uplevel DIC with Trip Computer) on page 3-57. 2-17 When the doors are locked using the power door lock switch of either front door, the red light, on top of the instrument panel will start ﬂashing to indicate the system is arming. After all the doors are closed there will be a time delay and then the red light will begin to ﬂash at a very slow rate indicating the sytem is armed. Arming with the Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter The alarm system will arm when the remote keyless entry transmitter is used to lock the doors after the key is removed from the ignition. The red light will come on to indicate that the system is arming. After all doors are closed and locked, and after a time delay, the red light will begin ﬂashing at a very slow rate to show the system is armed. Arming Conﬁrmation A red light located on top of the instrument panel, towards the center of the vehicle and near the windshield, will ﬂash slowly to conﬁrm when the system is armed. Disarming with the Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter The alarm system will disarm when the remote keyless entry transmitter is used to unlock the doors. The red light will go out to show that the system is disarmed. Disarming with Your Key The alarm system will disarm when the key is used to unlock the doors. The red light will stop ﬂashing when the system is disarmed. If you would like the key to disarm the alarm system, see “Personal Programming Mode Screens” under DIC Controls and Displays (Base Level DIC) on page 3-49 or DIC Controls and Displays (Uplevel DIC with Trip Computer) on page 3-57 for more information. PASS-Key® III Your PASS-Key® III system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada. 2-18 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. 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. 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® III uses a radio frequency transponder in the key that matches a decoder in your vehicle. PASS-Key® III Operation The vehicle is equipped with PASS-Key® III (Personalized Automotive Security System) theft-deterrent system. PASS-Key® III is a passive theft-deterrent system. This means nothing special needs to be done to arm or disarm the system. It works when the key is inserted or removed from the ignition. PASS-Key III® uses a transponder in the ignition key that matches a decoder in the vehicle. When the PASS-Key® III system senses that the wrong key has been inserted into the ignition, it shuts down the vehicle’s starter and fuel systems. The starter will not work and fuel will stop ﬂowing to the engine. If someone tries to start the vehicle again with the wrong key, the vehicle will not start. Anyone using a trial-and-error method to start the vehicle will be discouraged to do so because of the high number of electrical key codes. 2-19 When trying to start the vehicle, if the engine does not start and the STARTING DISABLED DUE TO THEFT SYSTEM warning message on the Driver Information Center (DIC) 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 5-103. If the engine still does not start with the other key, the vehicle needs service. If the vehicle does start, the ﬁrst key may be faulty. See your dealer who can service the PASS-Key® III to have a new key made. In an emergency, contact Pontiac Roadside Assistance. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-6 for more information. It is possible for the PASS-Key® III decoder to accept the transponder value of a new or replacement key. Up to 10 additional keys may be programmed for the vehicle. The following procedure is for programming additional keys only. If all the programmed keys are lost or do not operate, see your dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS-Key® III to have keys made and programmed to the system. If the keys are lost or damaged, only a GM dealer can service PASS-Key® III to have new keys made. To program additional keys, two driver’s keys are needed. Canadian Owners: If you lose or damage your keys, only a GM dealer can service PASS-Key® III to have new keys made. To program additional keys you will need 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 master 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 RUN within ﬁve seconds of removing the original key. 2-20 5. The SECURITY DISABLED DUE TO THEFT SYSTEM warning message on the DIC will turn off, once the key has been programmed. It may not be apparent that the SECURITY DISABLED DUE TO THEFT SYSTEM warning message went on due to how quickly the key is programmed. 6. Repeat Steps 1 through 5 if additional keys are to be programmed. If the SECURITY DISABLED DUE TO THEFT SYSTEM warning message appears and stays on the DIC while the vehicle is being driven, the engine will be able to be restarted if it is turned off. Your PASS-Key® III system, however, is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer. The vehicle is not protected by the PASS-Key® III system at this time. If the PASS-Key® III key is lost or stolen, see your dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS-Key® III to have a new key made. Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break-In Notice: Your vehicle does not need an elaborate break-in. But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: (cid:127) Do not drive at any one speed — fast or slow — for the ﬁrst 500 miles (805 km). Do not make full-throttle starts. (cid:127) Avoid making hard stops for the ﬁrst 200 miles (322 km) or so. During this time your new brake linings are not yet broken in. Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake linings. (cid:127) Do not tow a trailer during break-in. See Towing a Trailer on page 4-40 for more information. 2-21 ACC (ACCESSORY): This position allows things like the radio and windshield wipers to operate while the engine is off. R (RUN): This position is where the key returns to after the vehicle is started. With the engine off, the RUN position displays some of the warning and indicator lights. / (START): This position starts the engine. Let go of the key when the engine starts. The key will return to the RUN position for normal driving. A continuous warning chime will sound and a KEY IN IGNITION warning message will display on the Driver Information Center (DIC) if the key is in the ignition in OFF or ACC and the driver’s door is opened. Retained Accessory Power (RAP) If the vehicle has Retained Accessory Power (RAP), certain features will continue to operate for up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned to OFF unless a door is opened. Ignition Positions The ignition switch is located on the instrument panel, to the right of the steering column. There are four different positions. Insert the key in the ignition and turn it to the right for each position. 9 (OFF): This position locks the ignition, steering wheel and transaxle. It is a theft-deterrent feature. This is the only position from which the key can be removed. Notice: Using a tool to force the key from the ignition switch could cause damage or break the key. Use the correct key and turn the key only with your hand. Make sure the key is all the way in. If it is, turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard. If none of this works, then your vehicle needs service. 2-22 Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). The engine will not start in any other position — that is a safety feature. To restart when you are already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Notice: Shifting into PARK (P) with the vehicle moving could damage the transaxle. Shift into PARK (P) only when your vehicle is stopped. 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as the engine gets warm. Notice: Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor. Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter. 2. If the engine does not start within 10 seconds, hold your key in START for about 10 seconds at a time until the engine starts. Wait about 15 seconds between each try. When your engine has run for about 10 seconds to warm up, your vehicle is ready to be driven. Do not race your engine when it is cold. If the weather is below freezing (32°F or 0°C), let the engine run for a few minutes to warm up. 3. If your engine still will not 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 do not, your engine might not perform properly. 2-23 Engine Coolant Heater The vehicle may be equipped with an engine coolant heater. In very cold weather, 0°F (−18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. The vehicle will start easier and get better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting the vehicle. At temperatures above 32°F (0°C), use of the coolant heater is not required. Your vehicle may also have an internal thermostat in the plug end of the cord. This will prevent operation of the engine coolant heater when the temperature is at or above 0°F (−18°C) as noted on the cord. To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. The cord is located above the engine air cleaner/ﬁlter. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location. 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet. {CAUTION: Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a ﬁre. You could be seriously injured. Plug the cord into a properly grounded three-prong 110-volt AC outlet. If the cord will not 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, making sure to keep it away from moving engine parts. If this is not done, the cord could be damaged. How long should the coolant heater be kept plugged in? The answer depends on the outside temperature, the kind of oil that is in the vehicle, and some other things. Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact your dealer in the area where the vehicle will be parked. The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area. 2-24 Automatic Transaxle Operation The shift lever for the automatic transaxle is located on the console between the seats. Maximum engine speed is limited when the vehicle is in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) to protect driveline components from improper operation. There are several different positions for the shift lever. PARK (P): This position locks the front wheels. It is the best position to use when the engine is started because the vehicle cannot move easily. {CAUTION: It is 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. Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle will not move, even when you are on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK (P). See Shifting Into Park (P) on page 2-31. If you are pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on page 4-40. Make sure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before starting the engine. The vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system. The regular brakes must be fully applied and the shift control button, located on the front of the shift lever, must be pressed before the vehicle can be shifted from PARK (P) when the ignition is in RUN. 2-25 If the vehicle cannot be shifted out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever by pushing it all the way into PARK (P) while keeping the brake pedal pushed down. Release the shift lever button. Then move the shift lever out of PARK (P), being sure to press the shift lever button. See Shifting Out of Park (P) on page 2-32. REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. Notice: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage the transaxle. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is stopped. To rock the vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, ice or sand without damaging the transaxle, see If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow on page 4-32. NEUTRAL (N): In this position, the engine does not connect with the wheels. To restart when the vehicle is already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Also, use NEUTRAL (N) when the vehicle is being towed. {CAUTION: Shifting into a drive gear while your engine is 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. Do not shift into a drive gear while your engine is running at high speed. Notice: Shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) with the engine racing may damage the transaxle. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Be sure the engine is not racing when shifting your vehicle. AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. If the vehicle needs more power for passing, and it is: (cid:127) Going less than 35 mph (55 km/h), push the accelerator pedal about halfway down. (cid:127) Going about 35 mph (55 km/h) or more, push the accelerator pedal all the way down. 2-26 If your vehicle seems to start up rather The vehicle will shift down to the next gear and have more power. Notice: slowly or not shift gears when you go faster, and you continue to drive your vehicle that way, you could damage the transaxle. Have your vehicle serviced right away. You can drive in SECOND (2) when you are driving less than 35 mph (55 km/h) and AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D) for higher speeds until then. THIRD (3): This position is also used for normal driving, but it offers more power and lower fuel economy than AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D). Here are some times THIRD (3) could be used instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D): (cid:127) When driving on hilly, winding roads. (cid:127) When towing a trailer, so there is less shifting between gears. (cid:127) When going down a steep hill. (cid:127) When driving in non-highway scenarios (i.e. city streets, etc.). SECOND (2): This position gives the vehicle more power but lower fuel economy than THIRD (3). SECOND (2) can be used on hills. It can help control the vehicle’s speed as it goes down steep mountain roads, but then you would also want to use the brakes off and on. Notice: Driving in SECOND (2) for more than 25 miles (40 km) or at speeds over 55 mph (90 km/h) may damage the transaxle. Also, shifting into SECOND (2) at speeds above 65 mph (105 km/h) can cause damage. Drive in THIRD (3) or AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D) instead of SECOND (2). FIRST (1): This position gives the vehicle even more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND (2). It can be used on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. If the shift lever is moved to FIRST (1), the transaxle will not shift into ﬁrst gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough. Notice: Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in one place on a hill using only the accelerator pedal may damage the transaxle. If you are stuck, do not spin the tires. When stopping on a hill, use the brakes to hold the vehicle in place. 2-27 Performance Shifting with TAP-Shift™ If the vehicle is equipped with the 3800 V6 Supercharged engine, it may have a console gearshift with a MANUAL (M) position. While in the MANUAL (M) position, the paddles, located on the steering wheel, can be used to up-shift or down-shift the transaxle, under certain circumstances. While in the MANUAL (M) mode, push either paddle once to up-shift to the next gear. Pull either paddle once to down-shift to the next gear. The other gearshift positions available are PARK (P), REVERSE (R), NEUTRAL (N) and AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D), and operate as explained earlier in this section. To fully use the system, select MANUAL (M) while stopped, with the engine running. The vehicle will begin moving in ﬁrst gear upon acceleration. For better control in icy or slippery conditions, the vehicle may start out in second gear, rather than ﬁrst gear. 2-28 The up-shift indicator light on the instrument panel cluster, or the up-shift symbol on the Head-Up Display (HUD), if equipped, is given as a prompt to use the TAP-Shift ™ paddle. The up-shift indicator light will only appear in the instrument panel cluster if the HUD is off or if the vehicle does not have HUD. This prompt to up-shift, as needed, will be given throughout acceleration. If up-shifting does not occur when prompted, the vehicle speed will be limited to protect the engine. Press the accelerator while driving in the highest gear (fourth gear) which is between 20 and 50 mph to make the transaxle automatically down-shift. As you’re speed gets closer to 50 mph, more effort will be required to press the acclerator. At 50 mph, even with the accelerator fully depressed, the transaxle will always remain in the 4th gear. The transaxle will also automatically down-shift as the vehicle decelerates and comes to a stop. When a paddle is pushed or pulled a chime will sound when the vehicle cannot respond to a transaxle gear change. The system will not allow either an up-shift or a down-shift if the vehicle speed is too fast or too slow, nor will it allow a start from THIRD (3) or higher gear. The MANUAL (M) gear can also be selected while the vehicle is already moving. The current transaxle position will continue to be displayed on the Driver Information Center (DIC) and HUD, if equipped. 2-29 Parking Brake The parking brake is located to the left of the brake pedal near the driver’s door. To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with the right foot. Push down on the parking brake pedal, with the left foot. To release the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with the right foot and push the parking brake pedal with the left foot. When the left foot is lifted, the parking brake pedal will lift to the released position. A warning chime will sound if the parking brake is set, the ignition is on, and the shift lever is not in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). The brake light will also appear on the instrument panel cluster when the parking brake is set. It will stay on if the parking brake does not release fully. The PARKING BRAKE ON message will also appear in the Driver Information Center (DIC) when the parking brake is set. Notice: Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts. Verify that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving. If the vehicle is towing a trailer and parked on a hill, see Towing a Trailer on page 4-40. That section shows what to do ﬁrst to keep the trailer from moving. 2-30 Shifting Into Park (P) {CAUTION: 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 will not move, even when you are on fairly level ground, use the steps that follow. If you are pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on page 4-40. Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running {CAUTION: 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. Do not leave your vehicle with the engine running. 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake. 2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) by holding in the button on the shift lever and pushing the shift 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). 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 have 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 pushing the button. If you can, it means that the shift lever was not fully locked in PARK (P). 2-31 Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you do not 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 2-31. When you are ready to drive, move the shift lever out of PARK (P) before you release the parking brake. If torque lock does occur, you may need to have another vehicle push your vehicle a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transaxle, so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK (P). Shifting Out of Park (P) The vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system which locks the shift lever in PARK (P) when the ignition is in OFF. In addition, the regular brakes must be fully applied before shifting from PARK (P) while the ignition is in RUN. See Automatic Transaxle Operation on page 2-25. If the vehicle cannot be shifted out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever and push the shift lever all the way up into PARK (P) as brake application is maintained. Then move the shift lever into the desired gear. If the brake pedal is held down but the vehicle still cannot be shifted out of PARK (P), try this: 1. Turn the key to ACC. There is no shift interlock in this key position. 2. Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4. 3. Shift the transaxle to NEUTRAL (N). 4. Start the vehicle and then shift to the desired transaxle gear. 5. Have the system ﬁxed as soon as possible. 2-32 Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust {CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you cannot see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: (cid:127) Your exhaust system sounds strange or different. (cid:127) Your vehicle gets rusty underneath. (cid:127) Your vehicle was damaged in a collision. (cid:127) Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris. (cid:127) Repairs were not done correctly. (cid:127) Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modiﬁed improperly. If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your vehicle: (cid:127) Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO; and (cid:127) Have your vehicle ﬁxed immediately. 2-33 {CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Do not park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn. {CAUTION: 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. Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle will not move, even when you are on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK (P). Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle will not move. See Shifting Into Park (P) on page 2-31. If you are parking on a hill and if you are pulling a trailer, also see Towing a Trailer on page 4-40. Running Your Engine While You Are Parked It is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. {CAUTION: Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle. See the earlier caution under Engine Exhaust on page 2-33. Also, idling in a closed-in place can let deadly carbon monoxide (CO) into your vehicle even if the climate control 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 on page 4-28. 2-34 Mirrors Outside Power Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror Use the control located at the bottom to change the mirror from the day to the night position. To reduce the glare of headlamps from behind, turn the control counterclockwise. To return the mirror back to the day position, turn the control clockwise. Manual Rearview Mirror with OnStar® If the vehicle has this feature, use the control, located at the bottom of the mirror, to change the mirror from the day to the night position. To reduce the glare of headlamps from behind, turn the control counterclockwise. To return the mirror to the day position, turn the control clockwise. There are also three OnStar® buttons located at the bottom of the mirror face. See your dealer for more information on the system and how to subscribe to OnStar®. See OnStar® System on page 2-36 for more information about the services OnStar® provides. The power mirror controls are located near the driver’s window, on the driver’s door armrest. Move the top control to the left to adjust the driver’s side outside mirror. Move the control to the right to adjust the passenger’s side mirror. The center position turns the power control off and will not allow the mirrors to move if the control pad is touched. The round control pad adjusts the angle of the selected outside mirror. Press the arrows on the control pad to adjust the angle of the mirror. Adjust each mirror so that the sides and the area behind the vehicle can be seen. 2-35 Outside Convex Mirror {CAUTION: A convex mirror can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you could hit a vehicle on your right. Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes. The passenger’s outside rearview mirror is convex. The surface is curved so more area can be seen from the driver’s seat. It also make things look farther away than they really are. OnStar® System OnStar® uses global positioning system (GPS) satellite technology, wireless communications, and call centers to provide you with a wide range of safety, security, information, and convenience services. A complete OnStar® user’s guide and the terms and conditions of the OnStar® Subscription Service Agreement are included in the vehicle’s glove box literature. For more information, visit www.onstar.com or www.onstarcanada.com. Contact OnStar® at 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827), or press the OnStar® button to speak to an OnStar® advisor 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Terms and conditions of the Subscription Service Agreement can be found at www.onstar.com or www.onstarcanada.com. OnStar® Services For new vehicles equipped with OnStar®, the Safe and Sound Plan is included for the ﬁrst year. You can extend this plan beyond the ﬁrst year, or upgrade to the Directions and Connections Plan to meet your needs. For more information, press the OnStar® button to speak with an advisor. 2-36 Safe and Sound Plan (cid:127) Automatic Notiﬁcation of Airbag Deployment (cid:127) Emergency Services (cid:127) Roadside Assistance (cid:127) Stolen Vehicle Tracking (cid:127) AccidentAssist (cid:127) Remote Door Unlock/Vehicle Alert (cid:127) Remote Diagnostics (cid:127) Online Concierge Directions and Connections Plan (cid:127) All Safe and Sound Plan Services (cid:127) Driving Directions (cid:127) RideAssist Information and Convenience Services OnStar® Personal Calling As an OnStar® subscriber, the Personal Calling capability is available if your hand-held cell phone is lost, forgotten, or has a low battery. It is a hands-free wireless phone that is integrated into the vehicle. Calls can be placed nationwide using simple voice commands with no additional contracts and no additional roaming charges. To ﬁnd out more about OnStar® Personal Calling, refer to the OnStar® user’s guide in the vehicle’s glove box or visit www.onstar.com or www.onstarcanada.com; or speak with an OnStar® advisor by pressing the OnStar® button or by calling 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827). OnStar® Virtual Advisor Virtual Advisor is a feature of OnStar® Personal Calling that uses minutes to access up-to-date weather and traffic reports for your area, news and sports updates, stock quotes, entertainment and more. You are also able to listen and reply to your E-mail through your vehicle’s audio system. Customize your information proﬁle at www.myonstar.com. See the OnStar® user’s guide for more information. 2-37 (cid:127) Storage Areas Cupholder Installation Glove Box Open the glove box by lifting up on the lever. Close the glove box with a ﬁrm push. Cupholder(s) There are two cupholders in the front of the center console. Your vehicle may also have a rear cupholder that you can install using the following process: Align the rear cupholder to the console and snap into place. 2-38 Cupholder Removal Overhead Console The overhead console has two reading lamps. Press the sides of each lens to turn the reading lamps on or off. You can remove the cupholder by unsnapping the rear cupholder from the console. If the vehicle does not have an overhead console, it will have a dome light located in the front of the headliner. Sunglasses Storage Compartment Your vehicle may have a storage compartment located to the rear on the overhead console. To open the sunglasses storage compartment, press the release latch forward and pull the compartment down to the full open position. 2-39 Front Seat Storage Net Assist Handles If the vehicle has a fold-ﬂat front passenger seat, a storage net is attached to the seatback. It cannot be removed from the seat. The vehicle has lighted assist handles located above the rear doors. They can be used to help passengers enter and exit the vehicle. The lamps on the handles will come on automatically when a door is opened, and turn off when the door is closed. If the lamps have grooves on each lens, they can manually be turned on or off by pressing the sides. Your vehicle may have a rear coat hook available under the rear assist handle on each side of the vehicle. Convenience Net The vehicle may have a convenience net located on the back wall of the trunk. Put small loads, like grocery bags, behind the net. It can help keep them from falling over. Center Console Storage Area To open the armrest storage area, pull up on the latch located on the front drivers side of the storage area. The storage area may have a cassette/compact disc holder. In front of the ashtray is an open storage compartment. 2-40 The net is not for larger, heavier loads. Store those in the trunk as far forward as possible. Unhook the net so that it will lie ﬂat when not in use. Sunroof Uplevel Version Shown If the vehicle has a sunroof, it includes a sliding glass panel and a sunshade. The switch to control the sunroof is located in the headliner. The switch works only while the ignition is on or in ACC, or Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is on. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 2-22. Vent: Open the sunshade by hand. Push the switch toward the rear of the vehicle once and the sunroof will open to the vent position. Push the switch forward to close. Open/Express-Open: Push the switch toward the rear of the vehicle a second time and the sunroof will open the remainder of the way. The sunshade will open with the sunroof if the switch is pushed toward the rear of the vehicle twice. Close: Push and hold the front of the switch until the sunroof motor stops. The sunshade must be closed by hand. 2-41 ✍ NOTES 2-42 Section 3 Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview ...............................3-4 Hazard Warning Flashers ................................3-5 Other Warning Devices ...................................3-6 Horn .............................................................3-6 Tilt Wheel .....................................................3-6 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ........................3-7 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer ..................3-8 Flash-to-Pass .................................................3-8 Windshield Wiper Lever ...................................3-9 Cruise Control ..............................................3-10 Exterior Lamps .............................................3-14 Headlamps on Reminder ................................3-15 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) .......................3-15 Fog Lamps ..................................................3-16 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver ........................3-17 Interior Lamps ..............................................3-17 Instrument Panel Brightness ...........................3-17 Courtesy Lamps ...........................................3-18 Entry Lighting ...............................................3-18 Delayed Entry Lighting ...................................3-18 Delayed Exit Lighting .....................................3-19 Front Reading Lamps ....................................3-19 Overhead Console Reading Lamps .................3-19 Rear Assist Handle Reading Lamps ................3-19 Battery Run-Down Protection ..........................3-20 Head-Up Display (HUD) .................................3-20 Accessory Power Outlets ...............................3-24 Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter ........................3-25 Climate Controls ............................................3-26 Climate Control System .................................3-26 Dual Automatic Climate Control System ...........3-29 Outlet Adjustment .........................................3-33 Passenger Compartment Air Filter ...................3-33 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ............3-35 Instrument Panel Cluster ................................3-36 Speedometer and Odometer ...........................3-37 Tachometer .................................................3-37 Safety Belt Reminder Light .............................3-38 Airbag Readiness Light ..................................3-38 Up-Shift Light ...............................................3-39 Brake System Warning Light ..........................3-40 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light .............3-41 Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light ......3-42 Enhanced Traction System Warning Light .........3-42 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light ......3-43 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage ..................3-43 Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............................3-44 3-1 Section 3 Instrument Panel Oil Pressure Light .........................................3-47 Fog Lamp Light ............................................3-47 Cruise Control Light ......................................3-48 Highbeam On Light .......................................3-48 Fuel Gage ...................................................3-48 Driver Information Center (DIC) .......................3-49 DIC Controls and Displays DIC Controls and Displays (Base Level DIC) .......................................3-49 (Uplevel DIC with Trip Computer) ................3-57 DIC Warnings and Messages .........................3-69 Audio System(s) .............................................3-92 Setting the Time ...........................................3-93 Radio with CD (Base Level) ...........................3-93 Radio with CD (MP3) ..................................3-104 Radio with Six-Disc CD ................................3-118 Navigation/Radio System ..............................3-132 Theft-Deterrent Feature ................................3-132 Audio Steering Wheel Controls ......................3-133 Radio Reception .........................................3-134 Care of Your CDs .......................................3-134 Care of Your CD Player ...............................3-134 Backglass Antenna ......................................3-134 XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ............3-135 Chime Level Adjustment ...............................3-135 3-2 ✍ NOTES 3-3 Instrument Panel Overview 3-4 The main components of the instrument panel are the following: A. Side Window Defogger Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-33. B. Air Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-33. C. Exterior Lamps Control. See Exterior Lamps on page 3-14. D. TAP-Shift™ Control (If Equipped). See Automatic Transaxle Operation on page 2-25. E. Hazard Warning Flashers Button. See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 3-5. F. Instrument Panel Cluster. See Instrument Panel Cluster on page 3-36. G. Windshield Wiper Lever. See Windshield Wiper Lever on page 3-9. H. Ignition. See Ignition Positions on page 2-22. I. Driver Information Center (DIC). See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 3-49. J. Audio System. See Audio System(s) on page 3-92. K. Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped). See Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 3-133. L. Hood Release. See Hood Release on page 5-10. M. Tilt Steering Wheel Lever, on Steering Column. See Tilt Wheel on page 3-6. N. Interior Lamps Brightness Control. See Interior Lamps on page 3-17. O. Cruise Control. See Cruise Control on page 3-10. P. Climate Controls. See Climate Control System on page 3-26. Q. Glove Box. See Glove Box on page 2-38. R. Instrument Panel Fuse Block. See Instrument Panel Fuse Block on page 5-104. Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning ﬂashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will ﬂash on and off. The hazard warning ﬂasher button is located on top of the steering column. Your hazard warning ﬂashers work no matter what position your key is in, and even if the key is not in the ignition. 3-5 Tilt Wheel A tilt wheel enables the position of the steering wheel to be adjusted. The lever that lets the steering wheel tilt is located on the outboard side of the steering column. Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps ﬂash on and off. Press the button again to turn the ﬂashers off. When the hazard warning ﬂashers are on, your turn signals will not work. 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. Horn Press the vehicle’s steering wheel pad to sound the horn. To tilt the steering wheel, hold it and pull the lever. Move the steering wheel to a comfortable driving position and release the lever to lock it into place. Tilt the steering wheel to the highest position to give more room when exiting and entering the vehicle. 3-6 Turn and Lane-Change Signals To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. The lever returns automatically when the turn is complete. An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will ﬂash in the direction of the turn or lane change. If the vehicle is equipped with the Head-Up-Display (HUD), the turn signals will appear in the HUD area when making turns or lane changes. See Head-Up Display (HUD) on page 3-20 for more information. Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to ﬂash to signal a lane change. Hold it there until the lane change is complete. The lever returns to its original position when it is released. Arrows that ﬂash rapidly when signaling for a turn or lane change may be caused by a burned-out signal bulb. Other driver’s will not see the signal. Replace burned-out bulbs to help avoid possible accidents. See Replacement Bulbs on page 5-56, Front Turn Signal, Parking and Fog Lamps on page 5-53, and Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Stoplamps on page 5-54. Also, check the fuse for burned-out bulbs if a turn signal arrow fails to work when signaling a turn. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-103 for location information. Turn Signal On Chime If the turn signal is left on for approximately one mile (1.61 km), a warning chime will sound and the TURN SIGNAL ON warning message will appear on the Driver Information Center (DIC) display. See “Turn Signal On” under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-69. 3-7 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer Push forward on the exterior lamps control lever to change the headlamps from low to high-beam. Pull the lever back and then release it to change from high to low-beam. This symbol appears on the instrument panel cluster when the high-beam lamps are on. When the high-beam headlamps are on, the fog lamps will not be on. If the vehicle is equipped with the Head-Up-Display (HUD) an arrow will appear in the HUD area indicating that the high-beams are on. See Head-Up Display (HUD) on page 3-20 for more information. Flash-to-Pass This feature allows the use of the high-beam headlamps to signal the driver in front of you that you want to pass. Pull and hold the exterior lamps control lever to use this feature. When this is done, the following will occur: The high-beam headlamps will turn on, while the headlamps are off, in low-beam, or in Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) mode. They will stay on as long as the lever is held in this position. Release the lever to turn them off. The headlamps will switch to low beam if the headlamps had been in the high-beam mode. To return to high-beam, push the lever. If the vehicle is equipped with the Head-Up Display (HUD), an arrow will appear on the display to indicate that the high beams are on. 3-8 (cid:127) (cid:127) Windshield Wiper Lever N(Windshield Wipers): The lever with this symbol, located on the right side of the steering column, operates the windshield wipers. 9 (Off): Lower the lever to its original position to turn the wipers off. & (Delay): Push the lever up once to this position to set a delay between wiping cycles. Turn the delay adjustment band to set the length of the delay. x (Delay Adjustment): Turn the band, located on the left of the windshield wiper lever, to set the length of the delay between wiper cycles when using the delay feature. There are ﬁve delay adjustment settings. Turn the band up to make the delays shorter in between wiper cycles. Turn the band down to make the delays longer between wiper cycles. The windshield wiper lever must be in delay for this feature to work. 6 (Low Speed): Push the lever up to the second position for steady wiping cycles at a slow speed. 1 (High Speed): Push the lever up to the third position for steady wiping cycles at a high speed. 7 (Mist): For a single wiping cycle, push the lever down once and let go. The wipers will stop after one cycle. For additional cycles, hold the lever down. Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them. If they are frozen to the windshield, gently loosen or thaw them. Damaged wiper blades may not clear the windshield well, making it harder to see and drive safely. If the blades do become damaged, install new blades or blade inserts. For more information, see Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement on page 5-57. Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper motor. A circuit breaker will stop the motor until it cools down. Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload. 3-9 About 30 seconds after the wipers are on, the headlamps, taillamps, and instrument panel lighting will come on, and the Driver Information Center (DIC) back lighting will decrease to the night time mode. About ten seconds after the wipers are turned off, all the lamps will go back to the AUTO (Automatic) mode. Windshield Washer {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. The windshield washer button is located at the end of the windshield wiper lever. K (Washer Fluid): Press this button to activate the washer ﬂuid to spray onto the windshield. The wipers will run for a few cycles to clear the windshield. For more wash cycles, press and hold the button. If the vehicle is low on washer ﬂuid, the LOW WASHER FLUID message will appear on the Driver Information Center (DIC) display. See “LOW WASHER FLUID” under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-69 for more information. Cruise Control {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 needless wheel spinning, and you could lose control. Do not use cruise control on slippery roads. 3-10 The cruise control lever is located below the windshield wiper control on the right side of the steering wheel. J ON/OFF q: Press the button on the end of the lever to turn the cruise control on. Press it again to turn cruise control off. A CRUISE SYSTEM ON message will brieﬂy appear on the Driver Information Center (DIC) when the cruise control system is turned on. A CRUISE SYSTEM OFF message will brieﬂy appear on the DIC when the cruise control system is turned off. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-69. Q RES + (Resume/Accelerate): Push the lever up to resume the cruise control speed, or to accelerate when passing another vehicle. R SET — (Set/Coast/Decelerate): Push the lever down to set the cruise speed. If the cruise speed is already set this position can be used to coast or decelerate from a higher speed. CANCEL R: Pull the lever to cancel the cruise control speed. Cruise control allows a speed of approximately 25 mph (40 km/h) or more to be maintained without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This is helpful on long trips. Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph (40 km/h). When the brakes are applied, the cruise control shuts off. If the vehicle is in cruise control and either the Traction Control System (TCS) or the Enhanced Traction System (ETS) begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically disengage. See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 4-9 and Enhanced Traction System (ETS) on page 4-10. When road conditions allow, the cruise control can be used again. 3-11 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. 1. Push the button at the end of the cruise control lever to turn the cruise control on. 2. Accelerate to the desired speed. 3. Push down on the cruise control lever and release it. This will set the speed in cruise control. 4. Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. This symbol, along with the CRUISE SET message, will brieﬂy appear in the Driver Information Center (DIC) when the cruise control is set. The CRUISE SET message will also appear brieﬂy on the Head-Up Display (HUD), if equipped, when the cruise control lever is pushed to the minus (set/coast/decelerate) or the plus (resume/accelerate) positions. A cruise control light will also appear on the instrument panel cluster when the cruise control is on. This message will disappear when the brakes are applied or the cruise control is cancelled. It will reappear when the set cruise speed is resumed. The message will go out when the cruise control is turned off. See Cruise Control Light on page 3-48. 3-12 Resuming a Set Speed If the cruise control is set at a desired speed and then the brakes are applied, the cruise control shuts off. But the cruise control does not need to be reset. Once the vehicle is traveling approximately 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, the cruise control lever can be pushed upward toward the plus (resume/accelerate) position to return to the preset cruise speed. The vehicle will return to and stay at the preset cruise speed. If the cruise control lever is pushed up and held toward the plus (resume/accelerate) position, the vehicle speed will increase until the lever is released or the brakes are applied. Do not continue to hold the lever in the plus (resume/accelerate) position, unless a faster speed is desired. Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed: (cid:127) Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed. Push up on the cruise control lever toward the plus (resume/accelerate) position, then release the lever and take your foot off the accelerator pedal. The vehicle will now cruise at the higher speed. (cid:127) Push up and hold the cruise control lever toward the plus (resume/accelerate) position until the vehicle reaches the desired speed. Then release the cruise control lever. To increase the vehicle’s speed in very small amounts, push up brieﬂy on the cruise control lever and release it. Each time this is done, the vehicle will speed up approximately one mph (1.6 km/h). The acceleration feature will only work after the cruise control speed has been set by pushing the cruise control lever down to the set position. Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce the vehicle’s speed while using cruise control: (cid:127) Push the cruise control lever downward toward the minus (set/coast/decelerate) position until a lower speed is reached, then release it. To slow down in very small amounts, push the cruise control lever downward toward the minus (set/coast/decelerate) position brieﬂy. Each time this is done, the vehicle will slow down approximately one mph (1.6 km/h). 3-13 (cid:127) Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase the vehicle’s 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 will work on hills depends upon the vehicle’s speed, its load, and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, the accelerator pedal might have to be used in order to maintain the vehicle’s speed. When going downhill, the brakes might have to be applied, or the transaxle might have to be shifted to a lower gear to keep the vehicle’s speed down. Doing either of these things will take the vehicle out of cruise. It may be better not to use the cruise control if the brakes constantly have to be applied, or the vehicle continuously needs to be shifted to a lower gear. Cancelling Cruise Control To cancel a cruise control session, pull the cruise control lever forward, or step lightly on the brake pedal. Doing either of these things will only end the current cruise control session, but the set speed will be retained in memory. Push the button at the end of the cruise control lever to turn the system off. 3-14 Erasing Speed Memory When the cruise control or the ignition is turned off, the cruise control set speed memory is erased. Exterior Lamps The lever on the left side of the steering column operates the exterior lamps. P (Exterior Lamp Control): Turn the outside band on the lever with this symbol to operate the exterior lamps, except for the fog lamps. O (Off): Turn the outside band to this position to turn the headlamps off. AUTO (Automatic): Turn the outside band to this position to set the headlamps so that they will automatically come on when it is dark outside. The headlamps, taillamps, and instrument panel lighting will also come on when the windshield wipers are activated. See Windshield Wiper Lever on page 3-9 for more information. ;(Parking Lamps): Turn the outside band to this position to turn on the parking lamps together with the following: (cid:127) Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lamps 2 (Headlamps): Turn the outside band to this position to turn on the headlamps, together with the lamps listed previously. Headlamps on Reminder A warning chime will sound if the exterior lamp control is left on in either the headlamp or parking lamp position and the driver’s door is opened with the ignition off. Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of the 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. The DRL system will make the turn signal lamps come on when the following conditions are met: It is still daylight and the ignition is in RUN or START. The exterior lamp control is in off or AUTO with the headlamps off. The transaxle is not in PARK (P) and the parking brake is released. When the DRL are on, no exterior lamps, except for the front turn signal/parking lamps will be on. The instrument panel will not be lit up either. 3-15 (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) When the exterior lamp control is in AUTO and it is dark enough outside, the DRL will turn off and the low-beam headlamps at full brightness will turn on. When it is bright enough outside, the front turn signal lamps will go off, and the DRL will turn back on. If the vehicle is started in a dark garage, the automatic headlamp system will come on immediately. Once the vehicle leaves the garage, it will take approximately 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 at the highest setting. See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3-17. Vehicle’s sold in the U.S. can turn the DRL off. To do this, turn the band on the exterior lamp control to off. Turn the band to this position again to turn the DRL on. As with any vehicle, the regular headlamp system should be turned on when needed. Light Sensor The light sensor for the DRL and AUTO headlamps feature is located on top of the instrument panel. If the sensor is covered, it will register that it is dark outside and the headlamps will turn on to full brightness. Fog Lamps Fog lamps provide brighter roadway lighting for better vision in foggy or misty conditions. - (Fog Lamps): Turn the second band on the exterior lamps control lever to this position to turn the fog lamps on. The band will return to its original position. 3-16 This symbol appears on the instrument panel cluster when the fog lamps are on. To turn the fog lamps off, turn the band up to the fog lamp symbol and release it. The band will return to its original position. If the high-beam headlamps are on, the fog lamps will turn off. The fog lamps will go on again when the low-beam headlamps are turned back on. The parking lamps must be on for the fog lamps to work. Exterior Lighting Battery Saver If the parking lamps or headlamps have been left on, the exterior lamps will turn off approximately 10 minutes after the ignition is turned to OFF. This protects the battery from being drained. The battery saver does not work if the headlamps are turned on after the ignition is turned to OFF. If the lamps need to be left on for more than 10 minutes, use the exterior lamp control to turn the lamps back on. Interior Lamps The interior lamps can be controlled, or automatically turn on or off under certain conditions. They are explained in the following text. Instrument Panel Brightness This feature controls the brightness of the instrument panel lights. The interior lamps control is located on the instrument panel, to the left of the steering wheel. Turn the control to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel lights. 3-17 Delayed Entry Lighting The delayed lighting feature will continue to light the interior of the vehicle for 25 seconds after all the doors have been closed. Delayed lighting will not occur while the ignition is in RUN or ACC. After 25 seconds have elapsed, the interior lamps will slowly fade out. The lamps will fade out before the 25 seconds have elapsed if one of the following is done: The ignition is turned to RUN or ACC. The doors are locked using the remote keyless entry transmitter. The doors are locked using the power door lock switch. To turn the delayed lighting feature off or on, see “Personal Programming Modes” under DIC Controls and Displays (Base Level DIC) on page 3-49 or DIC Controls and Displays (Uplevel DIC with Trip Computer) on page 3-57 DIC Controls and Displays. Courtesy Lamps When a door is opened, the courtesy lamps will automatically come on. These lamps will also come on when the interior lamps control is fully turned clockwise. Entry Lighting The entry lighting feature turns the interior lights on before anyone enters the vehicle. The interior lamps will come on for 40 seconds when the doors are unlocked using the remote keyless entry transmitter and the ignition is in OFF. After 40 seconds have elapsed, the interior lamps will slowly fade out. The lamps will fade out before 40 seconds have elapsed if one of the following is done: Lock all doors using the remote keyless entry transmitter. Lock the doors using the power door lock switch. When any door is opened, entry lighting is cancelled. The interior lamps will stay on while any door is opened and slowly fade out when all doors are closed. The interior lamps may stay on for up to 25 seconds after all doors have been closed if they have not been locked. 3-18 (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) Delayed Exit Lighting For exiting the vehicle at night, the vehicle is equipped with the delayed exit lighting feature. The interior lamps will light for up to 25 seconds when the key is removed from the ignition. After 25 seconds have elapsed, the interior lamps will slowly fade. The lamps will fade before the 25 seconds have elapsed if any of the following are done: The ignition is turned to RUN or ACC. The doors are locked using the remote keyless entry transmitter. The doors are locked using the power door lock switch. When any door is opened, delayed exit lighting is cancelled. The interior lamps will stay on while any door is opened and will slowly fade out when all the doors are closed. The interior lamps may stay on for up to 25 seconds after all the doors have been closed if they have not been locked. To turn the delayed exit lighting feature off or on, see “Personal Programming Mode Screen” under DIC Controls and Displays (Base Level DIC) on page 3-49 or DIC Controls and Displays (Uplevel DIC with Trip Computer) on page 3-57. Front Reading Lamps If the vehicle has a sunroof, there are reading lamps in front of the sunroof switch located on the headliner. These lamps will come on when the doors are opened. Press the side of each reading lamp to turn them on and off when the doors are closed. Overhead Console Reading Lamps The vehicle may have reading lamps on the overhead console. These lamps will turn on when the doors are opened. When the doors are closed, press the side of each lamp to turn them on and off. Rear Assist Handle Reading Lamps If the vehicle has reading lamps on each rear assist handle, press the side of each lamp to turn it on or off. 3-19 (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) Battery Run-Down Protection The vehicle has a feature to help prevent the battery from draining in case the interior, trunk, or underhood lamps are accidentally left on. If any of these lamps are left on while the ignition is in OFF, they will automatically turn off after 10 minutes. The lamps will not come back on again until any of the following are done: The ignition is turned to RUN or ACC. The interior lamps control is turned completely to the right, then back slightly to the left. (cid:127) Open, or close and reopen, a door that is closed. If the vehicle has less than 15 miles (25 km) on the odometer, the battery saver will turn off the lamps after only three minutes. Head-Up Display (HUD) {CAUTION: If the HUD image is too bright or too high in your ﬁeld of view, it may take you more time to see things you need to see when it is dark outside. Be sure to keep the HUD image dim and placed low in your ﬁeld of view. If the vehicle has the Head-Up Display (HUD), some information concerning the operation of the vehicle is projected onto the windshield. This includes the speedometer reading, transaxle positions, compass direction, outside air temperature, the tap shift gear and the upshift symbol if active, and a brief display of the current radio station, including XM information or CD track. It will also display turn-by-turn navigation information if the vehicle is equipped with a navigation radio. The images are projected by the HUD lens located on the driver’s side of the instrument panel. The tap shift gear and the upshift symbol will also appear on the HUD if tap shift is active. 3-20 (cid:127) (cid:127) The HUD information can be displayed in one of three languages, English, French, or Spanish. The speedometer reading and other numerical values can be displayed in either English or metric units. The language selection and the units of measurement are changed through the trip computer in the Driver Information Center (DIC). See “Options” under DIC Controls and Displays (Base Level DIC) on page 3-49 or DIC Controls and Displays (Uplevel DIC with Trip Computer) on page 3-57. The HUD information appears as an image focused out toward the front of the vehicle. When the ignition key is turned to run, the HUD will display an introductory message for a short time, until the HUD has warmed up. The following indicator lights come on the instrument panel when activated and will also appear on the HUD: Turn Signal Indicators (cid:127) High-Beam Indicator Symbol The HUD will temporarily display CHECK TRIP COMPUTER when there are messages on the DIC trip computer. The HUD will also display the following messages when these systems, if equipped, are active: TRACTION CONTROL ACTIVE (cid:127) STABILITY CONTROL ACTIVE The HUD will temporarily display the TRACTION CONTROL OFF message when the traction control system is turned off. The HUD will temporarily display the CRUISE SET message when cruise control is activated or cruise speed is increased. Notice: If you try to use the HUD image as a parking aid, you may misjudge the distance and damage your vehicle. Do not use the HUD image as a parking aid. 3-21 (cid:127) (cid:127) When the HUD is on, the speedometer reading will continually be displayed. The current radio station or CD track number will only be displayed for six seconds after the radio or CD track status changes. This will happen whenever one of the radio controls is pressed. The speedometer size will be reduced when radio, CD information, warnings, or turn-by-turn navigation information are displayed on the HUD. The HUD control is located on the console. To adjust the HUD image so that items are properly displayed, do the following: 1. Adjust the driver’s seat to a comfortable position. 2. Start the engine. 3. Adjust the HUD controls. 3-22 Use the following settings to adjust the HUD. 9 (Off): Rotate the outer ring on the HUD control to this position to turn the HUD off. I II III IIII (Brightness): Turn the outer ring on the HUD control clockwise to dim the display and counterclockwise to brighten it. w (Up): Press this portion of the switch on the HUD control to move the image up. x (Down): Press this portion of the switch on the HUD control to move the image down. Move the image as low as possible on the windshield, keeping it in full view. ? (Page): Press this button to select the display formats. Release the page button when the format number with the desired display is shown on the HUD. Format One: This display gives the speedometer reading (in English or metric units), transaxle positions, compass direction, and the outside air temperature. Format Two: This display includes the information in Format One without the compass direction and the outside air temperature. (cid:127) (cid:127) Format Three: This display includes all the information in Format One, but turns the instrument cluster lighting off. Format Three will also show the turn-by turn navigation information. It will display the next turn, direction, street name, and distance to the selected destination. When you near your destination, the HUD will display a distance bar that will ﬁll in the closer you get to your destination. All navigation information is provided to the HUD by the navigation radio. The warning indicators still appear on the instrument panel when required. The HUD will display Stealth Mode On. Format Three is only available at night. The HUD will store the last display format selected. If the last format displayed was Format One or Format Three, then Format One will be displayed when the vehicle is started. If the last format was Format Two, then Format Two will be displayed. The HUD image displayed on the windshield will automatically dim and brighten to compensate for outside lighting. The HUD image can temporarily light up depending on the angle and position of the sunlight on the HUD display. This is normal and will change when the angle of the sunlight on the HUD display changes. Polarized sunglasses could make the HUD image harder to see. Care of the HUD Clean the inside of the windshield as needed to remove any dirt or ﬁlm that could reduce the sharpness or clarity of the HUD image. To clean the HUD lens, use a soft, clean cloth that has household glass cleaner sprayed on it. Wipe the HUD lens gently, then dry it. Do not spray cleaner directly on the lens because the cleaner could leak into the unit. 3-23 (cid:127) If You Cannot See the HUD Image When the Ignition Is On Is anything covering the HUD lens? Is the HUD dimmer setting bright enough? Is the HUD image adjusted to the proper height? (cid:127) Are you wearing polarized sunglasses? (cid:127) Still no HUD image? Check the fuse in the instrument panel fuse block. See Instrument Panel Fuse Block on page 5-104. If the HUD Image Is Not Clear Is the HUD image too bright? (cid:127) Are the windshield and HUD lens clean? If the HUD image is not correct, contact your dealer. The windshield is part of the HUD system. If the vehicle ever needs a new windshield, be sure to get one designed for the HUD. If this is not done, the HUD image may look blurred and out of focus. Accessory Power Outlets The vehicle has two 12-volt outlets which can be used to plug in electrical equipment. One accessory power outlet is located on the center console, below the front edge of the storage console. The other is located inside the console. Remove the tethered cap to use the outlet. When not using the outlet, be sure to cover it with the protective cap. Notice: Leaving electrical equipment on for extended periods will drain the battery. Always turn off electrical equipment when not in use and do not plug in equipment that exceeds the maximum amperage rating. 3-24 (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) Improper use of the power outlet can cause Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses. See your dealer for additional information on accessory power outlets. 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. Check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment. When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow the proper installation instructions included with it. 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. Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Ashtray Notice: in the ashtray, hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them and possibly damage your vehicle. Never put ﬂammable items in the ashtray. If you put papers or other ﬂammable items The ashtray is located to the right of the transaxle shift lever on the center console. To open it, push and release the rear of the cover. To empty the ashtray, lift the side tab and pull up to remove the ashtray from the center console. To reinstall, push the tray back into place. Cigarette Lighter Notice: Holding a cigarette lighter in while it is heating will not allow the lighter to back away from the heating element when it is hot. Damage from overheating may occur to the lighter or heating element, or a fuse could be blown. Do not hold a cigarette lighter in while it is heating. Do not use anything other than the cigarette lighter in the heating element. If the vehicle has a cigarette lighter, it is located on the center console. Push the lighter to activate the heating element. Once the heating element is hot, it will pop out. 3-25 Climate Controls Climate Control System The climate control system allows manual control of the heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle. Fan 9(Fan): Turn the knob by this symbol, located on the left side of the climate control panel, clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed. During the highest fan speed selections, the fan speed will be temporarily reduced between the transition to a new mode. The fan will resume the original speed when the transition to the new mode is complete. 3-26 9(Off): Turn the knob to this position to turn the fan off. Mode Turn the middle knob to select the following modes: H(Vent) Outside Air: This mode directs outside air to the instrument panel outlets. If driving in city traffic, and the vehicle is stopped and idling, or the weather is hot, switch from this mode to the recirculation mode. To prevent the air inside the vehicle from becoming stale, be sure to return to the vent mode periodically. )(Bi-Level): This mode directs half of the air to the instrument panel outlets, and the remaining air to the ﬂoor outlets. Some air may be directed toward the windshield. Slightly cooler air is directed to the instrument panel outlets and warmer air is directed to the ﬂoor outlets. 6(Floor): This mode directs most of the air to the ﬂoor outlets with some air directed toward the side window outlets and a little air directed to the windshield. In this mode, the system will automatically use outside air. The air conditioning compressor will be engaged unless the outside temperature is 40°F (4°C) or below. Recirculation cannot be selected when in this mode. The middle knob on the climate control panel can also be used to select the defog or defrost mode. Defogging and Defrosting Fog on the inside of the vehicle is a result of high humidity causing moisture to condense on the cool window glass. This can be minimized if the climate control system is used properly. There are two modes to clear frost or fog from the windshield. Use the defog mode to clear the windows of condensation and to warm the vehicle’s occupants. Use the defrost mode to remove frost or condensation from the windshield quickly. Recirculation cannot be selected when in these modes. See “Rear Window Defogger” later in this section for information on clearing the rear window of fog or ice. .(Floor/Defog): Use the ﬂoor/defog mode to clear the windows of fog or moisture and warm the passengers. This mode directs the air equally between the windshield and the ﬂoor outlets, along with some directed to the side window outlets. This mode will automatically use outside air. The air conditioning compressor will be engaged unless the outside temperature is 40°F (4°C) or below. 1 (Defrost): Use the defrost mode to remove fog or frost from the windshield more quickly. This mode directs most of the air to the windshield and the side window outlets, with some air directed to the ﬂoor outlets. This mode has a timer and will shut off after ﬁve minutes. This mode will automatically use outside air. The air conditioning compressor will be engaged unless the outside temperature is 40°F (4°C) or below. Temperature The knob on the right of the climate control panel is the temperature adjustment that can be used with any of the climate control modes. Turn the knob clockwise for warmer settings and counterclockwise for colder settings. 3-27 Air Conditioning #(Air Conditioner): Press this button on the climate control panel to turn the air conditioning compressor on or off. An indicator light to the right of the button will come on to show that the air conditioning is on. This button has no control over the air conditioning compressor when in the other modes. The instrument panel brightness control may have to be adjusted to the highest setting in order to see the indicator. See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3-17 for additional information. On hot days during the vehicle’s initial start-up, 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 quicker cool down on hot days, do the following: 1. Select the vent/outside air mode. 2. Select the recirculation mode. 3. Select the air conditioner. 4. Select the coolest temperature. 5. Select the highest fan speed. Using these settings together for long periods of time may cause the air inside the vehicle to become too dry. To prevent this from happening, select the vent mode once the interior of the vehicle is cooled. 3-28 The air conditioning system removes moisture from the air, so sometimes there may be a small amount of water dripping underneath the vehicle while it is idling or after the engine is turned off. This is normal. Recirculation h(Recirculation): Press this button on the climate control panel to activate the recirculation mode. With this selection, inside air is recirculated into the vehicle along with some outside air. This mode reduces outside air and odors from entering the vehicle. It may also help to heat or cool the air inside the vehicle more quickly. An indicator light to the right of the button will come on to show that the recirculation mode is on. The instrument panel brightness control may have to be adjusted to the highest setting to see the indicator. The recirculation mode has a timer. After ﬁve minutes, the system’s air inlet door will move slightly to allow for ten percent fresh outside air to maintain interior air quality. The only way to reset the system to full recirculation is to restart the ﬁve minute timer by selecting vent/outside air and recirculation again. Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog or frost from the rear window. Be sure to clear as much snow from the rear window as possible. Notice: Using a razor blade or sharp object to clear the inside rear window may damage the rear window defogger. Repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Do not clear the inside of the rear window with sharp objects. =(Rear Window Defogger): Press this button to turn the rear window defogger on or off. An indicator light to the right of the button will come on to show that the rear window defogger is on. The instrument panel brightness control may have to be adjusted to the highest setting during the daytime in order to see the indicator light. The rear window defogger will turn off approximately 20 minutes after the button is pressed. If the button is pressed again, it will run another 20 minutes. The defogger can be turned off by pressing the button again or by turning off the engine. Do not drive the vehicle until all windows are clear. Dual Automatic Climate Control System With this system you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation for your vehicle. Automatic Operation AUTO (Automatic): Turn both the fan and mode knob to AUTO for automatic control of the inside temperature, the air delivery mode and the fan speed. You may notice a delay of two to three minutes before the fan comes on when the automatic operation is used in cold weather. For the automatic system to function, the temperature must be set between 60°F (15°C) and 90°F (32°C). 1. Adjust the temperature to a comfortable setting. 3-29 2. Press the PASS. button to turn the passenger climate control system on and off. When the passenger system is off, the driver’s temperature setting is also used for the passenger and the passenger display is off. In cold weather, the system will start at reduced fan speeds to avoid blowing cold air into your vehicle until warmer air is available. The system will start out blowing air at the ﬂoor but may change modes automatically as the vehicle warms up to maintain the chosen temperature setting. The length of time needed for warm up will depend on the outside temperature and the length of time that has elapsed since your vehicle was last driven. 3. Wait for the system to regulate. This may take from 10 to 30 minutes. Then adjust the temperature, if necessary. Do not cover the solar sensor located in the center of the instrument panel, near the windshield. For more information on the solar sensor, see “Sensors” later in this section. 3-30 Manual Operation x w (Temperature): To manually adjust the temperature inside the vehicle, press the up arrow on the temperature control to raise the temperature and press the down arrow to lower the temperature. The display will show your selection. When one temperature is displayed, the driver temperature is set. When both temperatures are displayed, the temperature for both the driver and passenger are set. Pressing PASS. will turn the passenger temperature setting on and off. If only the driver temperature is set, the driver temperature is used for the passenger and the passenger display is off. 9(Fan): Turn the fan knob clockwise to increase the fan speed and counterclockwise to decrease the fan speed. Turning the fan knob cancels the automatic fan operation and places the system in manual. Turn the knob to AUTO to return to automatic fan operation. If the airﬂow seems low when the fan is at the highest setting, the passenger compartment air ﬁlter, if equipped, may need to be replaced. See Passenger Compartment Air Filter on page 3-33 for additional information. 9 (Off): Turning the fan knob off will turn the controller completely off. Only the rear defog and heated seats will function when the fan knob is off. Air Flow: This control has several settings to control the direction of airﬂow. To change the current mode, select one of the following: AUTO: This mode is automatically set depending on the temperature in the vehicle and solar sensor information. H (Vent): This mode directs air to the instrument panel outlets. % (Bi-Level): This mode directs airﬂow to the instrument panel outlets and to the ﬂoor outlets. A small amount of air is also directed to the windshield and the side window outlets. 6 (Floor): This mode directs most of the air to the ﬂoor outlets with some air directed to the side window outlets, and a little air directed to the windshield. # (Air Conditioning): Press this button to turn the air conditioning compressor on or off. The indicator light on the button will come on when the air conditioning is on. ? (Recirculation): Press this button to turn the recirculation mode on or off. This mode keeps outside air from coming in the vehicle. It can be used to prevent outside air and odors from entering your vehicle or to help cool the air inside your vehicle more quickly. Recirculation is not available in defrost or ﬂoor/defog mode. Using recirculation for long periods of time may cause the air inside your vehicle to become too dry. To prevent this from happening, after the air in your vehicle has cooled, turn the recirculation mode off. z (Heated Seats): Press this button to turn the heated seats on and off. The button on the left controls the driver’s seat and the button on the right controls the passenger’s seat. See Heated Seats on page 1-4 for additional information. Sensors The solar sensor on your vehicle monitors the solar radiation and the air inside of your vehicle, then uses the information to maintain the selected temperature by initiating needed adjustments to the temperature, the fan speed and the air delivery system. The system may also supply cooler air to the side of the vehicle facing the sun. The recirculation mode will also be activated, as necessary. Do not cover the solar sensor located in the center of the instrument panel, near the windshield, or the system will not work properly. 3-31 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 clear fog or frost from your windshield. Use the ﬂoor/defog mode to clear the windows of fog or moisture and warm the passengers. Use defrost to remove fog or frost from the windshield more quickly. - (Floor/Defog): This mode directs the air between the windshield, ﬂoor outlets and side windows. When you select this mode, the system turns off recirculation and runs the air-conditioning compressor unless the outside temperature is near or below freezing. Pressing the recirculation button, while in this mode, will have no effect other than turning on the tell-tale light. 1 (Defrost): This mode directs most of the air to the windshield, with some air directed to the side windows. IN this mode, the system will automatically turn off the recirculation and run the air conditioning compressor, unless the outside temperature is near or below freezing. Pressing the recirculation button, while in this mode, will have not effect other than turning on the tell-tale light. Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog or frost from the rear window. The rear window defogger will only work when the engine is running. = (Rear Window Defogger): Press this button to turn the rear window defogger on and off. Be sure to clear as much snow from the rear window as possible. The rear window defogger will turn off approximately 20 minutes after the button is pressed. If turned on again, the defogger will only run for approximately 20 minutes before turning off. The defogger can also be turned off by pressing the button again or by turning off the engine. Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear. Notice: Don’t use anything sharp on the inside of the rear window. If you do, you could cut or damage the warming grid, and the repairs wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Do not attach a temporary vehicle license, tape, a decal or anything similar to the defogger grid. 3-32 Outlet Adjustment Rotate and turn the air outlets, located in the middle and at each outboard side of the instrument panel, to adjust the direction of the airﬂow. Operation Tips (cid:127) Clear away any ice, snow, or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the windshield that may block the ﬂow of air into the vehicle. (cid:127) Use of non-GM approved hood deﬂectors may adversely affect the performance of the system. (cid:127) Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside of the vehicle more effectively. If the airﬂow seems low when the fan is at the highest setting, the passenger compartment air ﬁlter may need to be replaced. See “Passenger Compartment Air Filter” following, for more information on this ﬁlter. Passenger Compartment Air Filter The passenger compartment air ﬁlter is located near the passenger’s side windshield wiper arm, underneath the inlet grille. The ﬁlter traps most of the pollen from entering the climate control system. Similar to the engine’s air ﬁlter, it may need to be changed periodically to insure system performance. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 for more information. To change the passenger compartment air ﬁlter, do the

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