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used to access OnStar Personal Calling and Virtual Advisor services. See the OnStar owner package for more information. Volume Control:You can control the volume of the OnStar system using either the volume knob on the radio or if equipped, the steering wheel volume controls. (Telltale Light): This light will indicate the status of the system. A solid green light will come on when you start the vehicle to let you know that the system is on and is ready to make or receive calls. If the light blinks green it means that an incoming or outgoing call is in progress. Press the Communications button if you notice the light blinking and you are not on a call. The light will be red in the event of an OnStar system malfunction. If this occurs press the OnStar Services button to attempt to contact an advisor. If the connection is made, the advisor will assist you with steps to take to make sure that the system is functioning properly. If you cannot contact the advisor, take your vehicle to your dealership as soon as possible for assistance.
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D Remote Diagnostics: If an instrument panel
light comes on, press the OnStar Services button. An advisor can perform a check of the engine on-board computer and recommend what action needs to be taken.
D OnStar MED-NET: Med-Net can store your
personal medical history and provide it to emergency personnel if necessary. (Requires activation and additional fee).
D Accident Assist: An advisor can provide
step-by-step guidance following an accident.
D Remote Door Unlock: To contact the center, call
1-888-4-ONSTAR. You will be required to provide your security information. An advisor will send a command to your vehicle to unlock itself. The advisor can delay unlocking your vehicle. Remote Door Unlock is disabled 48 hours after the vehicle is parked to maintain the battery charge.
D Vehicle Locator Service: To contact the center, call 1-888-4-ONSTAR. You will be required to provide your security information. An advisor will send a command to your vehicle to sound the horn and/or flash the lamps.
D Route Support: An advisor can provide directions
or guidance to most places you want to go. In addition, they can help you locate gas stations, rest areas, ATMs, hospitals, hotels, stores, eateries and more.
D Ride Assist: An advisor can locate transportation in
the event that you are unable to drive.
D Concierge Services: The concierge advisor can
obtain tickets, reservations, or help with vacation/trip planning and other unique items and services.
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OnStar System Limitations Complete limitations can be found on the Subscriber Services Agreement. In order to provide you with excellent service, calls with the OnStar Center may be monitored or recorded. OnStar Service is: D available in the 48 contiguous United States, Alaska,
Hawaii and Canada;
D available when the vehicle is within the operating
range of a cellular provider;
D subject to limitations caused by atmospheric
conditions, such as severe weather or topographical conditions, such as mountainous terrain;
D subject to cellular carrier equipment limitations.
Global positioning locating capabilities will not be available if satellite signals are obstructed. OnStar will not function if the vehicle’s battery is discharged or disconnected. It may also be inoperative if the vehicle is in an accident and the OnStar or vehicle electrical system components are damaged. OnStar is the communications link between you and existing governmental emergency and roadside service providers. OnStar will receive your call and use reasonable effort to contact an appropriate provider. OnStar cannot promise that the providers will respond in a timely manner or at all. Purse or Litter Bag Holder On the front of the center console, to the right of the accessory power outlet, there is a hook that can be used to hold a purse or litter bag.
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Power Sunroof (Option)
Base Version Shown
The sunroof includes a sliding glass panel and a one-piece sunshade. The switch to control the sunroof is located in the headliner on the roof panel. The switch works only when the ignition is on or RAP is active. See “Retained Accessory Power (RAP)” in the Index. Push the rear of the switch once and the sunroof will open to the vent position only. You will need to open the sunshade by hand. Push the rear of the switch a second time and the sunroof will open the remainder of the way by itself. This is the express-open feature. To close the sunroof, push and hold the front of the switch until the sunroof motor stops. The sunshade must be closed by hand.
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The Instrument Panel -- Your Information System
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The main components of the instrument panel are the following:
A. Side Window Defogger Vents B. Fog Lamp Switch C. Multifunction Lever D. Instrument Panel Cluster E. Hazard Warning Button F. Horn G. Trip Computer (If Equipped) and/or Driver
Information Center (DIC)
H. Instrument Panel Vents I. Interior Lamps Control
J. Exterior Lamps Control K. Tilt Steering Wheel Control L. Audio Steering Controls (If Equipped) M. Head Up Display (HUD) Controls (Option) N. Comfort Controls O. Ashtray and Cigarette Lighter P. Audio System Q. Glove Box R. Instrument Panel Fuse Block
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Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, about how much fuel is in your tank and many other things you need to drive safely and economically.
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United States Version Shown, Canada Similar
Your vehicle is equipped with this cluster or one very similar to it. It includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages. Be sure to read about them. 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 the vehicle has been driven in either miles (used in the United States) or in kilometers (used in Canada). The vehicle has a tamper-resistant odometer. If you see silver lines between the numbers, you’ll know someone has probably tampered with it and the numbers may not be correct. You may wonder what happens if the vehicle needs a new odometer installed. If the new one can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer, then that will be done. If it can’t, then it will be set at zero and a label must be put on the driver’s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed.
Trip Odometer The trip odometer tells how far you have driven since you last reset it. To set it to zero, press the reset button located to the right of the instrument panel cluster.
Tachometer
The tachometer displays the engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute (rpm).
NOTICE:
Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in the shaded area, or engine damage may occur.
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Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury. Warning lights come on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. As you will see in the details on the next few pages, some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they’re working. If you are familiar with this section, you should not be alarmed when this happens. Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there’s a problem with your vehicle.
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When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving, or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem, check the section that tells you what to do about it. Please follow this manual’s advice. Waiting to do repairs can be costly -- and even dangerous. So please get to know your warning lights and gages. They’re a big help. Your vehicle may also have a driver information center that works along with the warning lights and gages. See “Driver Information Center (DIC)” in the Index. Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN, a chime will come on for about eight seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts, unless the driver’s safety belt is already buckled.
The safety belt light will also come on and stay on for about 20 seconds, then it will flash for about 55 seconds.
If the driver’s belt is already buckled, neither the chime nor the light will come on.
Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the words SRS AIR BAG or the air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the air bag sensors, the air bag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module. For more information on the air bag system, see “Air Bag” in the Index.
If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving, your air bag system may not work properly. Have your vehicle serviced right away.
CAUTION:
If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle, it means the air bag system may not be working properly. The air bags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash, or they could even inflate without a crash. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have your vehicle serviced right away if the air bag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle.
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This light will come on when you start your vehicle, and it will flash for a few seconds. Then the light should go out. This means the system is ready.
The air bag readiness light should flash for a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem.
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Charging System Indicator Light
The charging system light will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition, as a check to show you it’s working. Then it will go out.
Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part isn’t working, the other part can still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need both parts working well. If the warning light comes on, there is a brake problem. Have your brake system inspected right away.
If it stays on, or comes on while you are driving, you may have a problem with the electrical charging system. It could indicate that you have a loose drive belt or another electrical problem. Have it checked right away. Driving while this light is on could drain your battery. If you must drive a short distance with the light on, be certain to turn off all your accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner.
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This light should come on when you turn the key to RUN. If it doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there’s a problem.
If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is harder to push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the floor. It may take longer to stop. If the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service. See “Towing Your Vehicle” in the Index.
CAUTION:
Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on. Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident. If the light is still on after you’ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully, have the vehicle towed for service.
When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will also come on when you set your parking brake. The light will stay on if your parking brake doesn’t release fully. If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released, it means you have a brake problem.
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti-lock brake system, the light will come on when your engine is started and may stay on for three seconds. That’s normal.
If the anti-lock brake system warning light stays on longer than normal after you’ve started your engine, turn the ignition off. Or, if the light comes on and stays on when you’re driving, stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off. Then start the engine again to reset the system. If the light still stays on, or comes on again while you’re driving, your vehicle needs service. If the light is on and the regular brake system warning light isn’t on, you still have brakes, but you don’t have anti-lock brakes. The anti-lock brake system warning light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN. If the light doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem.
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Traction Control System Warning Light (3800 Supercharged V6 Engine Only)
Enhanced Traction System Warning Light (3100 V6 or 3800 V6 Engine)
The traction control system warning light may come on for the following reasons:
The Enhanced Traction System warning light may come on for the following reasons:
D If you turn the system off by pressing the TCS
button located on the far right side of the trip computer, the warning light will come on and stay on. To turn the system back on, press the button again. The warning light should go off. See “Traction Control System” in the Index for more information.
D If there’s a brake system problem that is specifically related to traction control, the traction control system will turn off and the warning light will come on. If your brakes begin to overheat, the traction control system will turn off and the warning light will come on until your brakes cool down.
If the traction control system warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned on, your vehicle needs service.
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D If you turn the system off by pressing the TRAC
button on the far right side of the Driver Information Center or trip computer (if equipped), the warning light will come on and stay on. To turn the system back on, press the button again. The warning light should go off. See “Enhanced Traction System” in the Index for more information.
D If the Enhanced Traction System warning light
comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned on, your vehicle needs service. Adjust your driving accordingly. D If the traction control system is affected by an
engine-related problem, the system will turn off and the warning light will come on.
When this warning light is on, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly.
Low Traction Light
Engine Coolant Temperature Light
If you have the Enhanced Traction System or the Traction Control System, this light will also come on when the system is limiting wheel spin.
This light tells tells you that the engine coolant has overheated or the radiator cooling fan is not working.
If you have been operating the vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should pull of the road, stop the vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible. See “Engine Overheating” in the Index.
You may feel or hear the system working, but this is normal. Slippery road conditions may exist if the low traction light comes on, so adjust your driving accordingly. The light will stay on for a few seconds after the Enhanced Traction System or the Traction Control System stops limiting wheel spin. See “Enhanced Traction System” or “Traction Control System” in the Index. The low traction light also comes on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN. If the light doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be there to tell you when the Traction Control System or Enhanced Traction System is active.
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Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
Low Coolant Warning Light
If this light comes on, the system is low on coolant and the engine may overheat.
See “Engine Coolant” in the Index and have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible.
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Your vehicle has a gage that shows the engine coolant temperature. If the gage pointer moves into the shaded area, the engine is too hot. That reading means the same thing as the warning light. It means that the engine coolant has overheated. If you have been operating the vehicle under normal conditions, you should pull off the road, stop the vehicle, and turn off the engine as soon as possible. See “Engine Overheating” in the Index.
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Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light in the United States or Check Engine Light in Canada)
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Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. This system is called OBD II (On-Board Diagnostics- Second Generation) and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment. The SERVICE ENGINE SOON or CHECK ENGINE light comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is required. Malfunctions often will be indicated by the system before any problem is apparent. This may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle. This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction.
NOTICE:
If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, after a while, your emission controls may not work as well, your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty.
NOTICE:
Modifications made to the engine, transaxle, exhaust, intake or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) can affect your vehicle’s emission controls and may cause the SERVICE ENGINE SOON or CHECK ENGINE light to come on. Modifications to these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty. This may also result in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection/Maintenance test.
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This light should come on, as a check to show you it is working, when the ignition is on and the engine is not running. If the light doesn’t come on, have it repaired. This light will also come on during a malfunction in one of two ways: D Light Flashing -- A misfire condition has been
detected. A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission control system on your vehicle. Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required.
D Light On Steady -- An emission control system malfunction has been detected on your vehicle. Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required.
If the Light Is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: D Reducing vehicle speed. D Avoiding hard accelerations. D Avoiding steep uphill grades. D If you are towing a trailer, reduce the amount of
cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible.
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If the light stops flashing and remains on steady, see “If the Light Is On Steady” following. If the light continues to flash, when it is safe to do so, stop the vehicle. Find a safe place to park your vehicle. Turn the key off, wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine. If the light remains on steady, see “If the Light Is On Steady” following. If the light is still flashing, follow the previous steps, and drive the vehicle to your dealer or qualified service center for service.
If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following: Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle? If so, reinstall the fuel cap, making sure to fully install the cap. See “Filling Your Tank” in the Index. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. A loose or missing fuel cap will allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off. Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water? If so, your electrical system may be wet. The condition will usually be corrected when the electrical system dries out. A few driving trips should turn the light off.
Are you low on fuel? As your engine starts to run out of fuel, your engine may not run as efficiently as designed since small amounts of air are sucked into the fuel line causing a misfire. The system can detect this. Adding fuel should correct this condition. Make sure to install the fuel cap properly. See “Filling Your Tank” in the Index. It will take a few driving trips to turn the light off. Have you recently changed brands of fuel? If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. See “Fuel” in the Index. Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed. You may notice this as stalling after start-up, stalling when you put the vehicle into gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration. (These conditions may go away once the engine is warmed up.) This will be detected by the system and cause the light to turn on. If you experience one or more of these conditions, change the fuel brand you use. It will require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off. If none of the above steps have made the light turn off, have your dealer or qualified service center check the vehicle. Your dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed.
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state/provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration. Here are some things you need to know in order to help your vehicle pass an inspection: Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the SERVICE ENGINE SOON or CHECK ENGINE light is on or not working properly. Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the OBD (on-board diagnostic) system determines that critical emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed by the system. The vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection. This can happen if you have recently replaced your battery or if your battery has run down. The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving. This may take several days of routine driving. If you have done this and your vehicle still does not pass the inspection for lack of OBD system readiness, see your dealer or qualified service center to prepare the vehicle for inspection.
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Oil Pressure Light
D If you make a hard stop, the light may come on for a
moment. This is normal.
CAUTION:
Don’t keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches fire. You or others could be burned. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced.
NOTICE:
Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not covered by your warranty.
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If you have a problem with your oil pressure, this light may stay on after you start your engine, or come on when you are driving. This indicates that oil is not going through your engine quickly enough to keep it lubricated. The engine could be low on oil or could have some other oil problem. Have it fixed right away. The oil light could also come on in two other situations: D When the ignition is on but the engine is not running,
the light will come on as a test to show you it’s working. The light will go out when you turn the ignition to RUN. If it doesn’t come on with the ignition on, you may have a problem with the fuse or bulb. Have it fixed right away.
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Low Oil Level Light
Security Light
The engine is equipped with an oil level monitoring system. When the ignition key is turned to RUN, the LOW OIL LEVEL light will briefly flash.
This message is displayed to monitor the Pass-KeyR III system.
If the light does not flash, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem. If the light stays on, stop the vehicle on a level surface and turn the engine off. Check the oil level using the engine oil dipstick. See “Engine Oil” in the Index. The oil level monitoring system only checks the oil level during the brief period when the ignition key is between RUN and START. It does not monitor engine oil level when the engine is running. Additionally, an oil level check is only performed if the engine has been turned off for a considerable period of time, allowing the oil normally in circulation to drain back into the oil pan.
If the SECURITY message is displayed continuously while driving, there may be a problem with the Pass-Key III system. Your vehicle will not be protected by Pass-Key III, and you should see your dealer for service. For more information see “PASS-Key IIIR System” in the Index.
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Fuel Gage
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The fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left when the ignition is on. When the indicator nears empty, you still have a little fuel left, but you should get more soon. Here are four things owners usually ask about the fuel gage. All these situations are normal and do not indicate a problem with the fuel gage: D At the gas station, the pump shuts off before the gage
reads full.
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D It takes more (or less) fuel to fill up than the gage
indicates. For example, the gage reads half full, but it took more (or less) than half the tank’s capacity to fill it.
D The gage pointer may move while cornering, braking
or speeding up.
D The gage may not indicate full when the ignition is
turned off.
Low Fuel Warning Light
If your fuel is low, the warning light near the fuel gage will go on.
It will also come on for a few seconds when you first turn on the ignition as a check to show you it’s working properly. If it doesn’t come on then, see your dealer for service.
Driver Information Center (DIC)
The Driver Information Center (DIC) gives you important safety and maintenance facts. When you turn the ignition on, all of the DIC lights illuminate for a few seconds. After this, the DIC will begin working.
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Functions
(Door Ajar): If one of the doors is ajar, this
light will appear next to that door on the vehicle outline. CHANGE OIL SOON: This light will appear when the system indicates that it’s time for an oil change. The system predicts remaining oil life using data from length of drives, coolant temperature, engine rpm and vehicle speed. It alerts you to change the oil on a schedule consistent with the vehicle’s driving conditions. After changing the oil, the system must be reset. See “How to Reset the GM Oil Life Systemt” in the Index.
LOW: This light will come on when the ignition is
on and the fluid in the washer fluid container is low.
AJAR: This light alerts you that the trunk is not
fully closed.
LOW TRAC (Low Traction): This light will come on when the enhanced traction system is limiting wheel spin. See “Enhanced Traction System” or “Low Traction Light” in the Index. TRAC OFF (Traction Off): This light lets you know that the enhanced traction system has been disabled and will not limit wheel spin. See “Enhanced Traction System Warning Light” or “Low Traction Light” in the Index. TRAC (Traction): If the vehicle has the enhanced traction system, you will have a disable button on the far right side of the DIC. The enhanced traction system is automatically activated when you turn the ignition on. This button will activate/deactivate the system. If you need to disable the system, such as when you are stuck and are rocking the vehicle back and forth, push this button. See “Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow” in the Index.
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Trip Computer (If Equipped)
3100 V6 and 3800 V6 Engines
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When you start the engine, the trip computer will display a mode. A lighted oval will appear to the left of the mode currently being used.
3800 V6 Supercharged Engine
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Control Buttons The trip computer has three buttons that control its functions. ENG/MET (English/Metric): Press this button to change the display from English to metric units or metric to English. RESET: Press this button for two seconds to reset the mode displayed. MODE: Press this button to change the mode being displayed. Functions FUEL USED: Shows the total amount of fuel used since you last reset this mode. The amount can be displayed in gallons or liters. AVG ECON (Average Economy): Shows the average fuel economy since you last reset this mode. OIL LIFE: Shows a percentage of the oil’s remaining useful life. The system predicts remaining oil life using data from length of drives, coolant temperature, engine rpm and vehicle speed. Each time you get an oil change, be sure to reset this function so that it will give you an accurate percentage. See “How to Reset the GM Oil Life Systemt” in the Index.
RANGE: Shows how much farther you can travel with the fuel you have remaining in the gas tank before refueling. When the range displays L, for 40 to 50 miles (64.36 to 80.45 km), the display will flash LOW continuously. The range is calculated from the AVG ECON value multiplied by the fuel remaining in the tank. LOW: This light will come on the vehicle outline when the ignition is on and the fluid in the washer fluid container is low. DOOR AJAR: If one of the doors is left ajar, a light will appear next to that door on the vehicle outline. BOOST GAGE: If you have the 3800 V6 supercharged engine, this gage will show the amount of boost the engine is receiving. TRUNK AJAR: If the trunk is not fully closed, the trunk area will light up on the vehicle outline. LOW TRAC (Low Traction): This light will come on when the enhanced traction system (3100 or 3800 V6
engine) or the traction control system (3800
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TRAC OFF (Traction Off) or TCS OFF (Traction Control System Off): This light lets you know that the enhanced traction system (3100 or 3800 V6 engine) or the traction control system (3800 supercharged V6
engine) has been disabled and will not limit wheel spin. See “Traction Control System Warning Light,” “Enhanced Traction System Warning Light” and “Low Traction Light” in the Index. TRAC (Traction) or TCS (Traction Control System): If the vehicle has the enhanced traction system (3100 or 3800 V6 engine) or the traction control system (3800 supercharged V6 engine), you will have a disable button on the far right side of the trip computer. The enhanced traction system and traction control system are automatically activated when you turn the ignition on. This button will activate/deactivate the system. If you need to disable the system, such as when you are stuck and are rocking the vehicle back and forth, push this button. See “Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow” in the Index.Head-Up Display (HUD) (Option)
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’s dark outside. Be sure to keep the HUD image dim and placed low in your field of view.
If you have the Head-Up Display (HUD), you can see the speedometer reading (in English or metric units) and a brief display of the current radio station or CD track, displayed “through” the windshield.
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When you sit up straight in your seat, the HUD image will appear straight ahead near the front bumper. The HUD also shows the following lights when they are lit on the instrument panel cluster: D Turn Signal Indicators D High-Beam Indicator Symbol D Low Fuel Symbol The HUD will display CHECK GAGES when the following items are lit on the instrument panel cluster: D Oil Warning Symbol D Coolant Temperature Symbol D Charging System Symbol When the ignition key is turned to RUN, the entire HUD image will come on. Then the Head-Up Display will operate normally.
NOTICE:
Although the HUD image appears to be near the front of the vehicle, do not use it as a parking aid. The HUD was not designed for that purpose. If you try to use it that way, such as in a parking lot, you may misjudge distance and run into something.
When the HUD is on, the speedometer reading will be displayed continually. The current radio station or CD track number will only be displayed for three seconds after the radio or CD track status changes. This will happen whenever one of the radio controls is pressed, either on the radio itself or on the optional steering wheel controls.
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To adjust the HUD so you can see it properly do the following:
1. Adjust your seat, if necessary, to a
comfortable position.
2. Start the engine and adjust the HUD controls located
on the instrument panel, to the right of the steering wheel. Move the DIM thumbwheel up or down to adjust brightness.
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3. Press the top of the UP/DN switch until the HUD image stops moving. Then press the bottom of the switch until the image is as low as possible but in full view.
4. Move the DIM thumbwheel down until the HUD
image is no brighter than necessary. To turn the HUD off, move the DIM thumbwheel all the way down. If the sun comes out, it becomes cloudy, or if you turn on your headlamps, you may need to adjust the HUD brightness again. Polarized sunglasses could make the HUD image harder to see.
Push the ENG/MET button on the trip calculator, located above the audio controls on the trip computer (if equipped) on the instrument panel, to switch the HUD display from English to metric or metric to English.
If your vehicle is not equipped with the trip calculator, you cannot change the display.
Care of the Head-Up Display
Clean the inside of the windshield as needed to remove any dirt or film that reduces the sharpness or clarity of the HUD image. To clean the HUD, spray household glass cleaner on a soft, clean cloth. Wipe the HUD lens gently, then dry it. Do not spray cleaner directly on the lens because the cleaner could leak into the unit.
If You Can’t See the HUD Image When the Ignition Is On D Is anything covering the HUD unit? D Is the HUD dimmer setting bright enough? D Is the HUD image adjusted to the proper height? D Still no HUD image? Check the fuse in the
instrument panel fuse block. See “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the Index.
If the HUD Image Is Not Clear D Is the HUD image too bright? D Are the windshield and HUD lens clean? The windshield is part of the HUD system. If you ever need a new windshield, be sure to get one designed for HUD. If you don’t, the HUD image may look blurred and out of focus.
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Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems
In this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle. Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle.
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3-10Comfort Controls Dual Climate Control System Rear Window Defogger Ventilation System Audio Systems Setting the Clock AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player (Option)
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AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Equalizer (If Equipped) Theft-Deterrent Feature Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped) Understanding Radio Reception Tips About Your Audio System Care of Your Cassette Tape Player Care of Your Compact Discs Care of Your Compact Disc Player Backglass Antenna
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Comfort Controls Dual Climate Control System
This system allows the driver and passenger to maintain separate temperature settings. The system works best if you keep the windows closed while using it.
Fan Knob The knob on the left side of the climate control panel regulates the fan speed. To turn the fan off, turn the knob to OFF. The fan must be on for the air conditioning compressor to operate.
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Driver’s Temperature Lever The lever on the left adjusts the air temperature on the driver’s side of the vehicle only. The passenger’s side has its own lever for temperature control. Slide the lever upward to raise the temperature. Slide the lever downward to lower the temperature.
Passenger’s Temperature Lever The lever on the right adjusts the air temperature on the passenger’s side of the vehicle only. The driver’s side has its own lever for temperature control. Slide the lever upward to raise the temperature. Slide the lever downward to lower the temperature.
Mode Knob The knob on the right side of the climate control panel has several settings to adjust the direction of the airflow:
MAX (Maximum): This setting recirculates much
of the air inside your vehicle and sends it through the instrument panel outlets. The air conditioning compressor will run automatically in this setting unless the outside temperature is below 38_F (3.3_C). (Even when the compressor is running, you can control the temperature.)
(Vent): This setting brings in outside air and directs
it through the instrument panel outlets.
(Bi-Level): This setting brings in outside air and directs it two ways. Half of the air is directed through the vent outlets. Most of the remaining air is directed through the floor ducts and a small amount to the defrost and side window vents.
(Floor): This setting sends most of the air through
the ducts near the floor. The remaining airflow comes out of the defroster and side window vents.
(Defogger): This setting allows half of the air to go to the floor ducts and half to the defroster and side window vents.
FRONT (Defroster): This setting directs most of the air through the defroster. Some of the air goes to the floor ducts and the side window vent. The air conditioning compressor will run automatically in this setting unless the outside temperature is below 38_F (3.3_C).
Air Conditioning Compressor Button Press the A/C button to operate the air conditioning compressor. The indicator light above the button will glow when the button is pressed. You don’t have to
press the button to run the compressor in MAX or defrost because it will already be running in these modes.
Air Conditioning On very 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. For quick cool down on very hot days, turn the fan on and use MAX with the temperature levers all the way in the blue area. If this setting is used for long periods of time, the air in your vehicle may become too dry. For normal cooling on hot days, turn the fan on and use vent with the temperature levers in the blue area and the A/C button pressed in. The system will bring in outside air and cool it. On cool, but sunny days, the sun may warm your upper body, but your lower body may not be warm enough. To remedy this, you can use bi-level with the temperature levers in the middle and the A/C button pushed in. The system will bring in outside air and direct it to your upper body, while sending slightly warmed air to your lower body.
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Heating On cold days select a fan setting and use floor with the temperature levers all the way in the red area. The system will bring in outside air, heat it and send it to the floor ducts. If your vehicle has an engine coolant heater, you can use it to help your system provide warm air faster when it’s cold outside 0_F (-18_C) or lower. An engine coolant heater warms the coolant your engine and heating system use to provide heat. See “Engine Coolant Heater” in the Index.
Ventilation For mild outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is needed, use a fan setting and vent with the A/C button off, to direct outside air through your vehicle.
Defogging and Defrosting Your system has two settings for clearing the front and side windows. To defrost the windows quickly, turn the fan to a high setting and use defroster with the temperature levers all the way in the red area. To warm passengers while keeping the windows clear, use defogger.
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Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window.
The comfort control system has a button to operate your vehicle’s rear window defogger. It is marked REAR.
Press the button to turn the rear window defogger on or off. When the rear window defogger is operating, an indicator above this button will light. The rear warming grid will turn off after about 15 minutes. If you turn the rear window defogger on again, it will operate for about seven and one half minutes before turning off. The system will turn off when the ignition is turned off. Do not attach anything like a temporary vehicle license or decal across the rear window defogger grid.
NOTICE:
Don’t use a razor blade or anything else 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.
Ventilation System
Change the direction of airflow by adjusting the louvered vents. Your vehicle’s flow-through ventilation system supplies outside air into the vehicle when it is moving. Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the air conditioning compressor is running.
Ventilation Tips D Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow or any other obstruction, such as leaves. The heater and defroster will work far better, reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows.
D When you enter a vehicle in cold weather, adjust the mode knob to floor and the fan to the highest speed for a few seconds before driving off. This helps clear the intake ducts of snow and moisture and reduces the chance of fogging the inside of your windows.
D Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects. This helps air to circulate throughout your vehicle.
Audio Systems Your audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure. You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first. Find out what your audio system can do and how to operate all of its controls, to be sure you’re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it. Your vehicle has a feature called Retained Accessory Power (RAP). With RAP, you can play your audio system even after the ignition is turned off. See “Retained Accessory Power (RAP)” in the Index.
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Setting the Clock Press RECALL, then press and hold HR or MIN for two seconds. Then press and hold HR until the correct hour appears. AM or PM will appear on the display. Press and hold MIN until the correct minute appears. The clock can only be set with the ignition off. AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player
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Playing the Radio POWER: Push this knob to turn the system on and off. VOL (Volume): Turn this knob clockwise to increase volume. Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume. RECALL: Press this button to display the time with the ignition on or off. When the radio is playing, press this knob to display the station frequency.
Finding a Station AM/FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FM1
and FM2. The display shows your selection. TUNE: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn it to choose radio stations. Press the knob back into its stored position when you’re not using it. YSEEKB: Press the up or down arrow to go to the next or previous station and stay there.Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2) by performing the following steps: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press AM/FM to select the band.
3. Tune in the desired station. 4. Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons
until SET appears on the display. Whenever you press that numbered pushbutton, the station you set will return.
5. Repeat the steps for each pushbutton.
Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) BASS: Slide the lever to the right or left to increase or decrease bass. TREBLE: Slide the lever to the right or left to increase or decrease treble. If a station is weak or noisy, you may want to decrease the treble.
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) BAL (Balance): Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn this knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers. FADE: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn this knob to move the sound to the front or rear speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers. Press these knobs back into their stored positions when you’re not using them.
Playing a Cassette Tape Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player. While the tape is playing, use the VOL, FADE, BAL, BASS and TREBLE controls just as you do for the radio. The display will show an arrow to show which side of the tape is playing. When the down indicator arrow is lit, selections listed on the bottom side of the cassette are playing. When the up arrow is lit, selections listed on the top side of the cassette are playing. The tape player automatically begins playing the other side when it reaches the end of the tape. If an error appears on the display, see “Cassette Tape Messages” later in this section. 1 PREV (Previous): Press this pushbutton or the SEEK down arrow to search for the previous selection on the tape. Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for previous or seek to work. Press PREV or the SEEK down arrow to stop searching. The tape direction arrow blinks and the sound will mute during previous or seek operation.
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6 FWD (Forward): Press this pushbutton to advance quickly to another part of the tape. Press the pushbutton again to return to playing speed. The radio will play the last selected station while the tape advances. You may select stations during forward operation by using SEEK or TUNE. AM/FM: Press this button to listen to the radio when a tape is playing. TAPE/PLAY: Press this button to change to playing a tape when listening to the radio. The tape symbol with an arrow will appear on the display when the tape is active. EJECT: Press this button to stop a tape when it is
playing and to remove a tape when it is not playing. The eject button may be activated with either the ignition or radio off. Cassettes may be loaded with the radio and ignition off if this button is pressed first.
2 NEXT: Press this pushbutton or the SEEK up arrow to search for the next selection on the tape. If you hold the pushbutton, the player will continue moving forward through the tape. Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for next or seek to work. Press NEXT or the SEEK up arrow to stop searching. The tape direction arrow blinks and the sound will mute during next or seek operation. 3 PROG (Program): Press this pushbutton to play the other side of the tape. 4 D (Dolby): Press this pushbutton to reduce background noise. The double-D symbol will appear on the display. Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactured under a license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. 5 REV (Reverse): Press this pushbutton to reverse the tape rapidly. Press it again to return to playing speed. The radio will play the last selected station while the tape reverses. You may select stations during reverse operation by using SEEK or TUNE.
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CD Adapter Kits It is possible to use a portable CD player adapter kit with your cassette tape player after activating the bypass feature on your tape player. To activate the bypass feature, use the following steps: 1. Turn the ignition to RUN or ACCESSORY. 2. Turn the radio off. 3. Press and hold TAPE/PLAY for three seconds.
The tape symbol on the display will flash for two seconds, indicating the feature is active.
4. Insert the adapter into the cassette slot. It will power
up the radio and begin playing.
This override routine will remain active until EJECT is pressed.
Cassette Tape Messages E (Error): If this message and a number appears while trying to play a cassette tape, it could be one of the following: D E10: The tape is tight and the player can’t turn the tape hubs. Remove the tape. Hold the tape with the open end down and try to turn the right hub counterclockwise with a pencil. Turn the tape over and repeat. If the hubs do not turn easily, your tape may be damaged and should not be used in the player. Try a new tape to make sure your player is working properly.
D E11: The tape is broken. Try a new tape. D E14: Wrapped tape. Try a new tape. CLN (Clean): If this message appears on the display, the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned. It will still play tapes, but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player. See “Care of Your Cassette Tape Player” in the Index. If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can’t be corrected, contact your dealer. If your radio displays an error number, write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem.
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AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player (Option)
Playing the Radio POWER: Push this knob to turn the system on and off. VOL (Volume): Turn the knob clockwise to increase volume. Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume. RECALL: Press this button to display the time with the ignition on or off. When the radio is playing, press this button to display the station frequency.
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Finding a Station AM/FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FM1
and FM2. The display shows your selection. TUNE: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn it to choose radio stations. Press the knob back into its stored position when you’re not using it. Y SEEK B: Press the up or down arrow to go to the next or previous station and stay there.Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2) by performing the following steps: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press AM/FM to select the band. 3. Tune in the desired station. 4. Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons
until SET appears on the display. Whenever you press that numbered pushbutton, the station you set will return.
5. Repeat the steps for each pushbutton.
Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) BASS: Slide the lever to the right or left to increase or decrease bass. TREBLE: Slide the lever to the right or left to increase or decrease treble. If a station is weak or noisy, you may want to decrease the treble.
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) BAL (Balance): Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn it to move the sound to the left or right speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers. FADE: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn it to move the sound to the front or rear speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers. Press these knobs back into their stored positions when you’re not using them.
Playing a Compact Disc Insert a disc partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull it in. The compact disc symbol will appear on the display. If the ignition and the radio are on, the disc will begin playing. CD will appear on the display next to the compact disc symbol. If you want to insert a disc when the ignition is off, first press the EJECT button.
The integral CD player can play the smaller 8 cm single discs with an adapter ring. Full-size compact discs and the smaller discs are loaded in the same manner. If an error appears on the display, see “Compact Disc Messages” later in this section. 1 PREV (Previous): Press this pushbutton or the SEEK down arrow to go to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played. If you hold the pushbutton or press it more than once, the player will continue moving back through the disc. 2 NEXT: Press this pushbutton or the SEEK up arrow to go to the start of the next track. If you hold the pushbutton or press it more than once, the player will continue moving forward through the disc. 3 RDM (Random): Press this pushbutton to hear the tracks in random, rather than sequential, order. The display will show RDM. Press RDM again to turn off random play. 5 REV (Reverse): Press and hold this pushbutton to quickly reverse within a track. You will hear sound at a reduced volume. The display will show elapsed time. 6 FWD (Forward): Press and hold this pushbutton to quickly advance within a track. You will hear sound at a reduced volume. The display will show elapsed time.
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RECALL: Press this button to see what track is currently playing. Press it again within five seconds to see how long the track has been playing. When a new track starts to play, the track number will also appear. Press it a third time and the time of day will be displayed. AM/FM: Press this button to listen to the radio when a CD is playing. The CD will stop but remain in the player. CD/PLAY: Press this button to play a CD when listening to the radio.
EJECT: Press this button to stop a CD when it is playing or to remove a CD when it is not playing. The EJECT button will work with the radio off.
Compact Disc Messages E (Error): If this message and a number appears on the radio display or if the disc comes out, it could be for one of the following reasons: D You’re driving on a very rough road. D It’s very hot. D The disc is upside down. D It is dirty, scratched or wet. D The air is very humid. (If so, wait about an hour and
try again.)
D If the CD is not playing correctly, for any other
reason, try a known good CD.
If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can’t be corrected, contact your dealer. If your radio displays an error number, write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem.
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AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Equalizer (If Equipped)
Playing the Radio POWER: Push this knob to turn the system on and off. VOL (Volume): Turn the knob clockwise to increase volume. Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume. RECALL: Press this button to display the station being played or to display the clock. Pressing this button with the ignition off will display the clock.
Finding a Station AM/FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FM1 and FM2. The display shows your selection. TUNE: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn it to choose radio stations. Press the knob back into its stored position when you’re not using it. Y SEEK B: Press the up or down arrow to go to the next or previous station and stay there.
Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2) by performing the following steps: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press AM/FM to select the band. 3. Tune in the desired station. 4. Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons
until SET appears on the display. Whenever you press that numbered pushbutton, the station you set will return.
5. Repeat the steps for each pushbutton.
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Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) Equalizer: A seven-band equalizer is part of your audio system. Slide the levers up to boost or down to reduce frequency range.
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) BAL (Balance): Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn it to move the sound to the left or right speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers. FADE: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn it to move the sound to the front or rear speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers. Press these knobs back into their stored positions when you’re not using them.
Playing a Compact Disc Insert a disc partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull it in. The compact disc symbol will appear on the display. If the ignition and the radio are on, the disc will begin playing. CD will appear on the display next to the compact disc symbol. If you want to insert a disc when the ignition is off, first press the EJECT button.
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The integral CD player can play the smaller 8 cm single discs. Full-size compact discs and the smaller discs are loaded in the same manner. If an error appears on the display, see “Compact Disc Messages” later in this section. 1 PREV (Previous): Press this pushbutton or the SEEK down arrow to go to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played. If you hold the pushbutton or press it more than once, the player will continue moving back through the disc. 2 NEXT: Press this pushbutton or the SEEK up arrow to go to the start of the next track. If you hold the pushbutton or press it more than once, the player will continue moving forward through the disc. 3 RDM (Random): Press this pushbutton to hear the tracks in random, rather than sequential, order. The display will show RDM. Press RDM again to turn off random play. 5 REV (Reverse): Press and hold this pushbutton to quickly reverse within a track. You will hear sound at a reduced volume. The display will show elapsed time. 6 FWD (Forward): Press and hold this pushbutton to quickly advance forward within a track. You will hear sound at a reduced volume. The display will show elapsed time.
RECALL: Press this button to see what track is currently playing. Press it again within five seconds to see how long the track has been playing. When a new track starts to play, the track number will also appear. Press it a third time and the time of day will be displayed. AM/FM: Press this button to listen to the radio when a disc is playing. The disc will stop but remain in the player. CD/PLAY: Press this button to play a CD when listening to the radio.
EJECT: Press this button to stop a CD when it is playing or to remove a CD when it is not playing. The EJECT button will work with the radio off.
Compact Disc Messages E (Error): If this message and a number appears on the radio display or if the disc comes out, it could be for one of the following reasons: D You’re driving on a very rough road. D It’s very hot. D The disc is upside down.
D It is dirty, scratched or wet. D The air is very humid. (If so, wait about an hour and
try again.)
D If the CD is not playing correctly, for any other
reason, try a known good CD.
If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can’t be corrected, contact your dealer. If your radio displays an error number, write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem. Theft-Deterrent Feature THEFTLOCKR is designed to discourage theft of your radio. It works by using a secret code to disable all radio functions whenever battery power is removed. The THEFTLOCK feature for the radio may be used or ignored. If ignored, the system plays normally and the radio is not protected by the feature. If THEFTLOCK is activated, your radio will not operate if stolen. When THEFTLOCK is activated, the radio will display LOC to indicate a locked condition anytime battery power is removed. If your battery loses power for any reason, you must unlock the radio with the secret code before it will operate.
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Activating the Theft-Deterrent Feature The instructions which follow explain how to enter your secret code to activate the THEFTLOCK system. It is recommended that you read through all nine steps before starting the procedure. If you allow more than 15 seconds to elapse between any steps, the radio automatically reverts to time and you must start the procedure over at Step 4. 1. Write down any three or four-digit number from 000 to 1999 and keep it in a safe place separate from the vehicle.
2. Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN. 3. Turn the radio off. 4. Press the 1 and 4 pushbuttons at the same time. Hold them down until --- shows on the display. Next you will use the secret code number which you have written down.
5. Press MIN and 000 will appear on the display. 6. Press MIN again to make the last two digits agree
with your code.
7. Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree
with your code.
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8. Press AM/FM after you have confirmed that the
code matches the secret code you have written down. The display will show REP to let you know that you need to repeat Steps 5 through 7 to confirm your secret code.
9. Press AM/FM and this time the display will show
SEC to let you know that your radio is secure.
With the ignition off, the THEFTLOCK LED indicator will flash, indicating a secured radio. Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than 15 seconds between steps: 1. Turn the ignition on. LOC will appear on the display. 2. Press MIN and 000 will appear on the display. 3. Press MIN again to make the last two digits agree
with your code.
4. Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree
with your code.
5. Press AM/FM after you have confirmed that the
code matches the secret code you have written down. The display will show SEC, indicating the radio is now operable and secure.
If you enter the wrong code eight times, INOP will appear on the display. You will have to wait an hour with the ignition on before you can try again. When you try again, you will only have three more chances (eight tries per chance) to enter the correct code before INOP appears. If you lose or forget your code, contact your dealer. Disabling the Theft-Deterrent Feature Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than 15 seconds between steps: 1. Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN. 2. Turn the radio off. 3. Press the 1 and 4 pushbuttons at the same time. Hold them down until SEC shows on the display.
4. Press MIN and 000 will appear on the display.
5. Press MIN again to make the last two digits agree
with your code.
6. Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree
with your code.
7. Press AM/FM after you have confirmed that the
code matches the secret code you have written down. The display will show ---, indicating that the radio is no longer secured.
If the code entered is incorrect, SEC will appear on the display. The radio will remain secured until the correct code is entered. When battery power is removed and later applied to a secured radio, the radio won’t turn on and LOC will appear on the display. To unlock a secured radio, see “Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss” earlier in this section.
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Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped) If your vehicle has this feature, you can control certain radio functions using the buttons on your steering wheel.
PRESET: Press this button to hear the radio stations that are set on your pushbuttons. The radio will go to a preset station, play for a few seconds, then go to the next station. Press this button again to stop scanning the preset stations. When a cassette tape is playing, press this button to change tape sides.
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AM FM: Press this button to select AM, FM1 or FM2. The band you select will be displayed. The frequency will also be displayed and, if the station is in stereo, the stereo indicator will also be displayed. If a cassette tape or compact disc is playing, it will stop and the radio will play. Y SEEK B: Press the up or down arrow to go to the next or previous radio station and stay there. If a cassette tape is playing, press the up arrow to search for the next selection on the tape. Press the down arrow to search for the previous selection on the tape. Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for SEEK to work. If a compact disc is playing, press the up arrow to go to the start of the next track. Press the down arrow to go to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played. If less than eight seconds have played, press the down arrow to go to the previous track. Y VOL (Volume) B: Press the up or down arrow to increase or decrease volume. PLAY: Press this button to play a cassette tape or compact disc when listening to the radio. MUTE: Press this button to silence the system. Press it again, or any other radio button, to turn on the sound.
Understanding Radio Reception
AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night. The longer range, however, can cause stations to interfere with each other. AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines. Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise if you ever get it.
FM Stereo FM stereo will give you the best sound, but FM signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 km). Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals, causing the sound to come and go. Tips About Your Audio System Hearing damage from loud noise is almost undetectable until it is too late. Your hearing can adapt to higher volumes of sound. Sound that seems normal can be loud and harmful to your hearing. Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it.
To help avoid hearing loss or damage do the following: D Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting. D Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably
and clearly.
NOTICE:
Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle -- like a tape player, CB radio, mobile telephone or two-way radio -- be sure you can add what you want. If you can, it’s very important to do it properly. Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle’s engine, Delphi Electronics radio or other systems, and even damage them. Your vehicle’s systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added improperly. So, before adding sound equipment, check with your dealer and be sure to check federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone units.
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Care of Your Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism. Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight and extreme heat. If they aren’t, they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape player. Your tape player should be cleaned regularly after every 50 hours of use. Your radio may display CLN to indicate that you have used your tape player for 50 hours without resetting the tape clean timer. If this message appears on the display, your cassette tape player needs to be cleaned. It will still play tapes, but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to your tapes and player. If you notice a reduction in sound quality, try a known good cassette to see if it is the tape or the tape player at fault. If this other cassette has no improvement in sound quality, clean the tape player. The recommended cleaning method for your cassette tape player is the use of a scrubbing action, non-abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn. The recommended cleaning cassette is available through your dealer (GM Part No. 12344789).
When cleaning the cassette tape player with the recommended non-abrasive cleaning cassette, it is possible that the cassette may eject because the cut tape detection feature on your radio may recognize it as a broken tape. To prevent the cleaning cassette from being ejected, use the following steps: 1. Turn the ignition to RUN or ACCESSORY. 2. Turn the radio off. 3. Press and hold the TAPE/PLAY button for five
seconds. The tape symbol on the display will flash for two seconds.
4. Insert the scrubbing action cleaning cassette. 5. Eject the cleaning cassette after the manufacturer’s
recommended cleaning time.
When the cleaning cassette has been ejected, the cut tape detection feature is active again. You may also choose a non-scrubbing action, wet-type cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt to clean the tape head. This type of cleaning cassette will not eject on its own. A non-scrubbing action cleaner may not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner. The use of a non-scrubbing action, dry-type cleaning cassette is not recommended.
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After you clean the player, press and hold EJECT for five seconds to reset the CLN indicator. The radio will display --- to show the indicator was reset. Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time. Always make sure the cassette tape is in good condition before you have your tape player serviced. Care of Your Compact Discs Handle discs carefully. Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust. If the surface of a disc is soiled, dampen a clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral detergent solution and clean it, wiping from the center to the edge. Be sure never to touch the side without writing when handling discs. Pick up discs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge. Care of Your Compact Disc Player The use of CD lens cleaner discs is not advised, due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism. Backglass Antenna Your AM-FM antenna is integrated with your rear window defogger, located in the rear window.
Be sure that the inside surface of the rear window is not scratched and that the lines on the glass are not damaged. If the inside surface is damaged, it could interfere with radio reception.
NOTICE:
Do not try to clear frost or other material from the inside of the rear window with a razor blade or anything else that is sharp. This may damage the rear defogger grid and affect your radio’s ability to pick up stations clearly. The repairs wouldn’t be covered by your warranty.
Because this antenna is built into your rear window, there is a reduced risk of damage caused by car washes and vandals. If you choose to add a cellular telephone to your vehicle, and the antenna needs to be attached to the glass, be sure that you do not damage the grid lines for the AM-FM antenna. There is enough space between the lines to attach a cellular telephone antenna without interfering with radio reception.
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Section 4 Your Driving and the Road
Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. We’ve also included many other useful tips on driving.
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Defensive Driving Drunken Driving Control of a Vehicle Braking Traction Control System (With 3800 Supercharged V6 Engine) Enhanced Traction System (ETS) (3100 V6 or 3800 V6 Engine) Steering Off-Road Recovery Passing Loss of Control
Driving at Night Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads City Driving Freeway Driving Before Leaving on a Long Trip Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads
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Recreational Vehicle Towing Loading Your Vehicle Towing a Trailer
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Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.” On city streets, rural roads or freeways, it means “always expect the unexpected.” Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they might do. Be ready for their mistakes. Rear-end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents. Yet they are common. Allow enough following distance. It’s the best defensive driving maneuver, in both city and rural driving. You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly. Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task. Anything that distracts from the driving task -- such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call, reading, or reaching for something on the floor -- makes proper defensive driving more difficult and can even cause a collision, with resulting injury. Ask a passenger to help do things like this, or pull off the road in a safe place to do them yourself. These simple defensive driving techniques could save your life.
Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: Buckle up. See “Safety Belts” in the Index.
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Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: D Judgment D Muscular Coordination D Vision D Attentiveness. Police records show that almost half of all motor vehicle-related deaths involve alcohol. In most cases, these deaths are the result of someone who was drinking and driving. In recent years, about 16,000 annual motor vehicle-related deaths have been associated with the use of alcohol, with more than 300,000 people injured. Many adults -- by some estimates, nearly half the adult population -- choose never to drink alcohol, so they never drive after drinking. For persons under 21, it’s against the law in every U.S. state to drink alcohol. There are good medical, psychological and developmental reasons for these laws.
The obvious way to solve the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive. But what if people do? How much is “too much” if the driver plans to drive? It’s a lot less than many might think. Although it depends on each person and situation, here is some general information on the problem. The Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of someone who is drinking depends upon four things: D The amount of alcohol consumed D The drinker’s body weight D The amount of food that is consumed before and
during drinking
D The length of time it has taken the drinker to
consume the alcohol.
According to the American Medical Association, a 180-lb. (82 kg) person who drinks three 12-ounce (355 ml) bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0.06 percent. The person would reach the same BAC by drinking three 4-ounce (120 ml) glasses of wine or three mixed drinks if each had 1-1/2 ounces (45 ml) of a liquor like whiskey, gin or vodka.
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Since alcohol is carried in body water, this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks. The law in an increasing number of U.S. states, and throughout Canada, sets the legal limit at 0.08 percent. In some other countries, the limit is even lower. For example, it is 0.05 percent in both France and Germany. The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0.04 percent. The BAC will be over 0.10 percent after three to six drinks (in one hour). Of course, as we’ve seen, it depends on how much alcohol is in the drinks, and how quickly the person drinks them. But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0.10 percent. Research shows that the driving skills of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching 0.05 percent, and that the effects are worse at night. All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0.05 percent. Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0.05 percent or above. A driver with a BAC level of 0.06 percent has doubled his or her chance of having a collision. At a BAC level of 0.10 percent, the chance of this driver having a collision is 12 times greater; at a level of 0.15 percent, the chance is 25 times greater!
It’s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, if the same person drank three double martinis (3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour, the person’s BAC would be close to 0.12 percent. A person who consumes food just before or during drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level. There is a gender difference, too. Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men.
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The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up. “I’ll be careful” isn’t the right answer. What if there’s an emergency, a need to take sudden action, as when a child darts into the street? A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision. There’s something else about drinking and driving that many people don’t know. Medical research shows that alcohol in a person’s system can make crash injuries worse, especially injuries to the brain, spinal cord or heart. This means that when anyone who has been drinking -- driver or passenger -- is in a crash, that person’s chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking.
CAUTION:
Drinking and then driving is very dangerous. Your reflexes, perceptions, attentiveness and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol. You can have a serious -- or even fatal -- collision if you drive after drinking. Please don’t drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking. Ride home in a cab; or if you’re with a group, designate a driver who will not drink.
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Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road.
Sometimes, as when you’re driving on snow or ice, it’s easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can provide. That means you can lose control of your vehicle. Also see “Traction Control System” and “Enhanced Traction System” in the Index. 4-6
Braking Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal. That’s perception time. Then you have to bring up your foot and do it. That’s reaction time. Average reaction time is about 3/4 of a second. But that’s only an average. It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another. Age, physical condition, alertness, coordination and eyesight all play a part. So do alcohol, drugs and frustration. But even in 3/4 of a second, a vehicle moving at 60 mph (100 km/h) travels 66 feet (20 m). That could be a lot of distance in an emergency, so keeping enough space between your vehicle and others is important. And, of course, actual stopping distances vary greatly with the surface of the road (whether it’s pavement or gravel); the condition of the road (wet, dry, icy); tire tread; the condition of your brakes; the weight of the vehicle and the amount of brake force applied.
Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts -- heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking -- rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking. If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances, you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking. That means better braking and longer brake life. If your engine ever stops while you’re driving, brake normally but don’t pump your brakes. If you do, the pedal may get harder to push down. If your engine stops, you will still have some power brake assist. But you will use it when you brake. Once the power assist is used up, it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push.
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes. ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid. When you start your engine, or when you begin to drive away, your anti-lock brake system will check itself. You may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while this test is going on, and you may even notice that your brake pedal moves or pulses a little. This is normal.
If there’s a problem with the anti-lock brake system, this warning light will stay on. See “Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light” in the Index.
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The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard.
Let’s say the road is wet and you’re driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes and continue braking. Here’s what happens with ABS: A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels.
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As you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly.
Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, you won’t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always leave enough room up ahead to stop, even though you have anti-lock brakes. Using Anti-Lock Don’t pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let anti-lock work for you. You may feel a slight brake pedal pulsation or notice some noise, but this is normal. Braking in Emergencies With anti-lock, you can steer and brake at the same time. In many emergencies, steering can help you more than even the very best braking.
Traction Control System (With 3800 Supercharged V6 Engine) Your vehicle has a traction control system that limits wheel spin. This is especially useful in slippery road conditions. The system operates only if it senses that one or both of the front wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction. When this happens, the system works the front brakes and reduces engine power to limit wheel spin.
This light will come on when your traction control system is limiting wheel spin. See “Traction Control Warning Light” in the Index.
You may feel or hear the system working, but this is normal. If your vehicle is in cruise control when the traction control system begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically disengage. When road conditions allow you to safely use it again, you may reengage the cruise control. See “Cruise Control” in the Index.
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This light should come on briefly when you start the engine. If it stays on or comes on while you are driving, there is a problem with your traction control system.
See “Traction Control System Warning Light” in the Index. When this warning light is on, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly. The traction control system automatically comes on whenever you start your vehicle. To limit wheel spin, especially in slippery road conditions, you should always leave the system on. But you can turn the traction control system off if you ever need to. You should turn the system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand, mud or snow and rocking the vehicle is required. See “Rocking Your Vehicle” in the Index.
To turn the system off, press the button.
The traction control system warning light will come on and stay on. If the system is limiting wheel spin when you press the button, the warning light will come on and the system will turn off instantly. You can turn the system back on at any time by pressing the button again. The traction control system warning light should go off.
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Enhanced Traction System (ETS) (3100 V6 or 3800 V6 Engine) Your vehicle may have an Enhanced Traction System (ETS) that limits wheel spin. This is especially useful in slippery road conditions. The system operates only if it senses that one or both of the front wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction. When this happens, the system reduces engine power and may also upshift the transaxle to limit wheel spin.
The Enhanced Traction System operates in all transaxle shift lever positions. But the system can upshift the transaxle only as high as the shift lever position you’ve chosen, so you should use the lower gears only when necessary. See “Automatic Transaxle” in the Index.
This TRAC OFF warning light will come on to let you know if there’s a problem.
This light will come on when your Enhanced Traction System is limiting wheel spin. See “Enhanced Traction System Warning Light” in the Index.
If your vehicle is in cruise control when the enhanced traction system begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically disengage. When road conditions allow you to safely use it again, you may re-engage the cruise control. See “Cruise Control” in the Index.
See “Enhanced Traction System Warning Light” in the Index. When this warning light is on, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly. To limit wheel spin, especially in slippery road conditions, you should always leave the Enhanced Traction System on. But you can turn the system off if you ever need to. You should turn the system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand, mud or snow and rocking the vehicle is required. See “Rocking Your Vehicle” in the Index.
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To turn the system on or off, press the TRAC button on the far right end of the Driver Information Center (DIC) or the trip computer (if equipped).
Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but it will take much more effort.
Variable Effort Steering (Option) This steering system provides less steering effort for parking and when driving at speeds below 20 mph (32 km/h). Steering effort will increase at higher speeds for improved road feel.
When you turn the system off, the Enhanced Traction System warning light will come on and stay on. If the Enhanced Traction System is limiting wheel spin when you press the button to turn the system off, the warning light will come on and the system will turn off right away. You can turn the system back on at any time by pressing the button again. The Enhanced Traction System warning light should go off.
