Buick 2005 LaCrosse User Manual

Seats and Restraint Systems... 1-1Front Seats... 1-3Rear Seats...

Six-Way Power SeatsIf your vehicle has power seats, the controls are locatedon the outboard sides of the seat cushions.• To move the entire seat forwa

Shifting Into Park (P){CAUTION:It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicleif the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) withthe parking brake firmly s

Leaving Your Vehicle With the EngineRunning{CAUTION:It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle withthe engine running. Your vehicle could movesuddenly

Parking Over Things That Burn{CAUTION:Things that can burn could touch hot exhaustparts under your vehicle and ignite. Do notpark over papers, leaves,

Running the Engine While ParkedIt is better not to park with the engine running. But if youever have to, here are some things to know.{CAUTION:Idling

MirrorsManual Rearview MirrorWhile sitting in a comfortable driving position, adjust themirror so you can see clearly behind your vehicle. Gripthe mir

Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirrorwith OnStar®While sitting in a comfortable driving position, adjust themirror so you can see clearly behind your vehi

Outside Power Heated MirrorsFor information on the operation of the outside powermirrors see Outside Power Mirrors on page 2-33.If the vehicle has hea

Safe and Sound Plan•Automatic Notification of Airbag Deployment• Emergency Services• Roadside Assistance• Stolen Vehicle Tracking• AccidentAssist• Remo

HomeLink®TransmitterHomeLink®If your vehicle has this feature, the control buttons arelocated on the driver’s sun visor.HomeLink®Wireless Control Syst

Read the instructions completely before attempting toprogram HomeLink®. Because of the steps involved, itmay be helpful to have another person availab

Heated SeatsIf your vehicle has thisfeature, the buttons arelocated on the climatecontrol panel.Press the button once to activate a high heat setting.

4. The indicator light will flash slowly at first and thenrapidly after HomeLink®successfully receives thefrequency signal from the hand-held transmitte

Gate Operator and CanadianProgrammingCanadian radio-frequency laws require transmittersignals to time out or quit after several seconds oftransmission

Reprogramming a Single HomeLink®ButtonTo program a device to HomeLink®using a HomeLink®button previously trained, follow these steps:1. Press and hold

Center Console Storage AreaIf your vehicle has a five-passenger console, the centerconsole has a padded lid that can be used as anarmrest. Lift the arm

SunroofThe vehicle may have a sunroof. It includes a slidingglass panel and a sunshade.The sunroof control ison the headliner, by themap lamps.The sun

Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4Hazard Warning Flashers ...3-6Other Warning Devices ...

Engine Coolant Temperature Gage ...3-38Low Coolant Warning Light ...3-39Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...

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Instrument Panel Overview3-4

The main components of the instrument panel are the following:A. Air Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-28.B. Interior Lamps Control. See Interi

But do not have a seatback reclined if your vehicleis moving.{CAUTION:Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicleis in motion can be dangerous. E

Hazard Warning FlashersYour hazard warning flashers let you warn others. Theyalso let police know you have a problem. Your frontand rear turn signal la

Telescoping ColumnA telescoping column on the steering wheel allowsadjustment of the distance of the steering wheel and thedriver without moving the d

Turn and Lane-Change SignalsTo signal a turn, move the lever up or down. The leverreturns to its original position when the turn is completed.An arrow

Windshield WipersYou control the windshield wipers by turning the bandwith the wiper symbol on it.8(Mist): For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to

Cruise ControlThe buttons for the cruise control are located on thesteering wheel.I(Cruise On/Off): Push this button to turn thesystem on and off.RES

Setting Cruise Control{CAUTION:If you leave your cruise control on when youare not using cruise, you might hit a buttonand go into cruise when you do

Reducing Speed While Using CruiseControlThere are two ways to reduce your speed while usingcruise control:• Press the SET − button until you reach the

Exterior LampsThe control located to theleft of the cluster on theinstrument panel, operatesthe exterior lamps.P (On/Off): Turn the control to this po

< (Parking Lamps): Turn the control to thisposition to turn on the parking lamps together withthe following:• Taillamps• License Plate Lamps• Sidem

When it is bright enough outside, the headlamps will gooff and the DRL will come on.To idle the vehicle with the DRL off, turn the exteriorlamp contro

Head RestraintsAdjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraintis closest to the top of the occupant’s head in eachfront seat. This position

Interior LampsYour interior lamps controlis located next to theexterior lamps controland to the left of thesteering wheel on theinstrument panel.9 (Of

Entry lighting includes a feature called theater dimming.With theater dimming, the lamps do not turn off atthe end of the delay time. Instead, they sl

Perimeter LightingPerimeter lighting provides a period of exterior vehiclelighting. Perimeter lighting activates when the keyis removed from the ignit

The URPA display is located inside the vehicle,above the rear window. It has three color-coded lightsthat can be seen through the rearview mirror or b

If the URPA system is not functioning properly, thedisplay will flash red, indicating that there is a problem.The light will also flash red while drivin

Notice: Improper use of the power outlet can causedamage not covered by your warranty. Do nothang any type of accessory or accessory bracketfrom the p

9(Fan): Turn the knob by this symbol, located on theleft side of the climate control panel, clockwise orcounterclockwise to increase or decrease the f

#(Air Conditioning): Press this button to turn the airconditioning system on or off. When this button ispressed, an indicator light below the button w

Rear Window DefoggerThe rear window defogger uses a warming grid toremove fog from the rear window.< (Rear): Press the button to turn the rear wind

2. Press the PASS button or the up or down arrowson the passenger side to turn the passengertemperature set on and off. When turned on, thepassenger t

Rear SeatsSplit Folding Rear SeatIf your vehicle has this feature, both sides of the rearseatback can be folded down in the vehicle. Make surethe fron

Manual OperationDuring daylight hours, the instrument panel brightnesscontrol might need to be adjusted to the highest setting,in order to see the ind

Recirculation is not available while in the defrost orfloor/defog modes. Using recirculation for long periods oftime may cause the air inside your vehi

Rear Window DefoggerThe rear window defogger uses a warming grid toremove fog or frost from the rear window. The rearwindow defogger will only work wh

To change the passenger compartment air filter, use thefollowing steps:1. Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY and turn thewindshield wipers on.2. Turn the i

Steering Wheel Climate ControlsIf your vehicle has thisfeature, you can controlthe temperature insideyour vehicle by using thecontrols located onyour

Instrument Panel ClusterThe instrument panel cluster is designed to let the driver know at a glance how the vehicle is running. It will showhow fast t

Speedometer and OdometerYour speedometer lets you see your speed in bothmiles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h).Your vehicle’s odometer wo

Airbag Readiness LightThere is an airbag readiness light on the instrumentpanel, which shows the airbag symbol. The systemchecks the airbag’s electric

Passenger Airbag Status IndicatorYour vehicle has the passenger sensing system.Your instrument panel has a passenger airbagstatus indicator.When the i

If the word OFF is lit on the airbag status indicator, itmeans that the passenger sensing system has turned offthe right front passenger’s frontal air

{CAUTION:A safety belt that is improperly routed, notproperly attached, or twisted will not providethe protection needed in a crash. The personwearing

Brake System Warning LightYour vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided intotwo parts. If one part is not working, the other part canstill work and

Anti-Lock Brake SystemWarning LightWith the anti-lock brakesystem, the light will comeon when your engine isstarted and may stay onfor several seconds

Engine Coolant TemperatureWarning LightThis light tells you thatyour engine is very hot.This light will come on when you first start the vehicleas a ch

Low Coolant Warning LightIf equipped, this lightcomes on briefly when youturn your ignition on asa bulb check only.Malfunction Indicator LampCheck Engi

This light should come on, as a check to show you it isworking, when the ignition is on and the engine isnot running. If the light does not come on, h

Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water?If so, your electrical system may be wet. The conditionwill usually be corrected when the electrical

Oil Pressure LightIf the vehicle has an oilproblem, this light maystay on after the engine isstarted, or come onwhile you are driving.This light indic

Change Engine Oil LightIf this light comes on, itmeans that service isrequired for your vehicle.See ScheduledMaintenance on page 6-4and Engine Oil onp

Reduced Engine Power LightIf the reduced enginepower light is on, a chimewill sound and anoticeable reduction in thevehicle’s performancemay occur.If

Low Washer Fluid Warning LightThis light will come onbriefly when the ignition ison. If the light stays on,a chime will soundindicating your windshield

Safety BeltsSafety Belts: They Are for EveryoneThis part of the manual tells you how to use safetybelts properly. It also tells you some things you sh

Fuel GageThe fuel gage indicatesabout how much fuel is leftin the fuel tank when theignition is on.When the indicator nears empty, there is still a li

Driver Information Center (DIC)Your vehicle may have a Driver InformationCenter (DIC).All messages will appear in the DIC display located inthe instru

DIC ButtonsTRIP/ODO (Trip/Odometer): Press this button onthe base level vehicle to display the odometer andtrip distance.Press this button on the uple

Trip/Odometer Menu ItemsTRIP/ODO (Trip Odometer): Press this button to scrollthrough the following menu items:OdometerPress the trip/odometer button u

Fuel Menu Items (Uplevel Only).(Fuel): Press this button to scroll through thefollowing menu items:Fuel RangePress the fuel button until FUEL RANGE di

If there is a problem with the battery charging system, aDIC message will display. See DIC Warnings andMessages on page 3-53 for more information.Your

PersonalizationPress the option button until PERSONAL PROGRAMdisplays. Your vehicle may have personalizationcapabilities that allow you to program cer

3. Press the set/reset button to scroll through andselect the appropriate variance zone.The direction the vehicle is moving will be displayedin the to

A/C OFF FOR ENGINE PROTECTIONThis message will display when the engine coolantbecomes hotter than the normal operating temperature.See Engine Coolant

This message will continue to display for two seconds ifit has not been acknowledged when the engine isturned off. It will also re-display for two sec

In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the lawsays to wear safety belts. Here is why: They work.You never know if you will be in a crash. If yo

DELAYED LOCKINGThis message will display to inform the driver that eventhough a door lock switch has been pressed, thatactual locking of the doors is

ENGINE COOLANT HOTNotice: If you drive your vehicle while the engine isoverheating, severe engine damage may occur. Ifan overheat warning appears on t

HOOD AJARThis message will display when the hood is not closedproperly. When this message appears, you shouldmake sure that the hood is closed complet

KEY IN IGNITIONThis message will display and a chime will soundcontinuously when the driver’s door is open and the keyis in the ignition and in the ac

The brake system warning light will also appear on theinstrument panel cluster when this message appearson the DIC. See Brake System Warning Light onp

LOW OIL PRESSURENotice: If the LOW OIL PRESSURE warningmessage appears on the DIC display, stop thevehicle immediately. Do not drive the vehicle until

PARKING BRAKE ONThis message will display to alert the driver when thevehicle’s parking brake is on, the ignition is in RUN, andthe vehicle speed is g

PASSENGER’S REAR DOOR AJARThis message will display when the passenger’s siderear door is not closed properly. When this messageappears, you should ma

REDUCED POWER STOP WHEN SAFEThis message will display when your vehicle is in anoverheated engine operating mode. This operating modeallows your vehic

RIGHT FRONT TURN LAMP OUTThis message will display when the right front turnsignal bulb needs to be replaced. See Front Turn Signaland Parking Lamps o

Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The riderdoes not stop.1-12

SERVICE BRAKE APPLY SENSORThis message will come on when the brake applysensor is not functioning properly. The vehicle still hasbrakes when this warn

SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEMIf your vehicle has StabiliTrak®, this message willdisplay if there has been a problem detected withStabiliTrak®. A warning li

SERVICE TRACTION SYSTEMIf your vehicle has the traction control system, thismessage will display when the system is not functioningproperly. A warning

STABILITY CONTROL ACTIVEIf your vehicle has StabiliTrak®, this message willdisplay when StabiliTrak®is actively assisting you withdirectional control

TRACTION CONTROL OFFIf your vehicle has the traction control system, thismessage will display when the traction control systemturns off. See Traction

DIC Vehicle PersonalizationYour vehicle may have customization capabilities thatallow you to program certain features to one preferredsetting. Customi

3. Press the set/reset button to begin.4. The DIC will then display an instruction screen.Press the option button to display the featuresthat are avai

60 seconds: The exterior lamps will stay on for60 seconds.90 seconds: The exterior lamps will stay on for90 seconds.Select one of the available choice

Press the option button until DELAYED LOCKINGappears on the DIC display. Press the set/reset buttonto scroll through the following choices:OFF: There

LIGHTS and HORN (default): The exterior lamps willflash when you press the lock button on the remotekeyless entry transmitter, and the horn will sound

The person keeps going until stopped by something. Ina real vehicle, it could be the windshield...or the instrument panel...1-13

REPLACE KEYThis screen displays only if YES was selected for thePERSONALIZE KEY feature, keys 1 and 2 have alreadybeen personalized, and the current k

AUTO DOOR UNLOCKThis feature displays only if ON was selected for theAUTO DOOR LOCK feature. This feature allowsautomatic door unlocking to be turned

FOB UNLOCK ON 1ST PRESSThis feature allows the selection of which doors willunlock on the first press of the unlock button onthe remote keyless entry t

Audio System(s)Notice: Before adding any sound equipment toyour vehicle, like a tape player, CB radio, mobiletelephone, or two-way radio, make sure th

DISP (Display): Press this button to switch the displaybetween the radio station frequency, band, and timeof day. When the ignition is turned off, pre

Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)e(Bass/Treble): Push and release this knob untilBAS or TRE appears on the display. Turn this knob toincrease or to decre

Playing a CDInsert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. Theplayer will pull it in and the CD should begin playing. Ifyou want to insert a CD wit

DISP (Display): Press this button to see how long thecurrent track has been playing. The elapsed time ofthe track will appear on the display. To chang

Radio with CD (UpLevel)XM™ Satellite Radio ServiceXM™ is a satellite radio service that is based in the48 contiguous United States. XM™ offers100 coas

Then as you drive, SCV increases the volume, asnecessary, to overcome noise at any speed. The volumelevel should always sound the same to you as youdr

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or the safety belts!With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does.You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance,and your strongest bon

Setting Preset StationsUp to 30 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM,six XM1 and six XM2 (if equipped)), can be programmedon the six numbered pushbu

To adjust the balance and the fade to the middleposition, push the speaker knob, then push it again andhold it until you hear one beep.To adjust all t

XM™ Radio MessagesRadio DisplayMessageCondition Action RequiredXL (Explicit LanguageChannels)XL on the radio display,after the channel name,indicates

XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d)Radio DisplayMessageCondition Action RequiredNo Info Category Namenot availableNo category information is available at this

Playing a CDInsert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. Theplayer will pull it in and the CD should begin playing. Ifyou want to insert a CD wit

DISP (Display): Press this button to see how long thecurrent track has been playing. The elapsed time ofthe track will appear on the display. To chang

Radio with CD (MP3)XM™ Satellite Radio ServiceXM™ is a satellite radio service that is based in the48 contiguous United States. XM™ offers100 coast-to

Set the volume at the desired level. Press this button toselect LOW, MEDIUM, or HIGH. Each higher settingwill allow for more volume compensation at fa

Setting Preset StationsUp to 30 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM,six XM1 and six XM2 (if equipped)), can be programmedon the six numbered pushbu

Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)e(Balance/Fade): To adjust the balance betweenthe right and the left speakers, push and releasethis knob until BA

Q: If I am a good driver, and I never drive far fromhome, why should I wear safety belts?A: You may be an excellent driver, but if you are in anaccide

Scanning Categories (CAT) (XM™Satellite Radio Service Only)To scan a desired category perform the following:1. Press the CAT button to activate catego

XM™ Radio MessagesRadio DisplayMessageCondition Action RequiredXL (Explicit LanguageChannels)XL on the radio display,after the channel name,indicates

XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d)Radio DisplayMessageCondition Action RequiredNo Info Category Namenot availableNo category information is available at this

Playing a CDInsert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. Theplayer will pull it in and the CD should begin playing. Ifyou want to insert a CD wit

o SEEK p: Press the left arrow to go to the start ofthe current or the previous track. Press the rightarrow to go to the start of the next track.To sc

The player will be able to read and play a maximum of50 folders, 50 playlists, 10 sessions, and 255 files.Long file, folder, or playlist names or a comb

Order of PlayTracks will be played in the following order:• Play will begin from the first track in the first playlistand will continue sequentially thr

If playing a CD-R the sound quality may be reduceddue to CD-R quality, the method of recording, the qualityof the music that has been recorded, and th

o SEEK p: Press the left arrow to go to the start ofthe previous track. Press the right arrow to go to thestart of the next track.To scan tracks, pres

CD MessagesCHECK CD: If this message appears on the displayand/or the CD comes out, it could be for one of thefollowing reasons:• It is very hot. When

Lap-Shoulder BeltThe driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here is how to wearit properly.1. Close and lock the door.2. Adjust the seat so you can sit up st

Playing the RadioP(Power): Press this knob to turn the system onand off.v (Volume): Turn this knob to increase or to decreasethe volume.DISP (Display)

To scan the preset stations, press and hold either arrowfor more than four seconds. PSC will appear on thedisplay and the radio will produce two beeps

Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)e(Bass/Treble): Push and release this knob untilBASS or TREB appears on the display. Turn this knobto increase or to dec

Finding a Category (CAT) Station(XM™ Satellite Radio Service Only)To select and find a desired category perform thefollowing:1. Press the CAT button to

XM™ Radio MessagesRadio DisplayMessageCondition Action RequiredXL (Explicit LanguageChannels)XL on the radio display,after the channel name,indicates

XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d)Radio DisplayMessageCondition Action RequiredNo Info Category Namenot availableNo category information is available at this

Playing a CDIf the ignition or radio is turned off, with a CD in theplayer, it will stay in the player. When the ignitionor radio is turned on, the CD

3. Once the light stops flashing and turns green,INSERT CD # will appear on the display, loada CD. Insert the CD partway into the slot, label sideup. T

\ (Fast Forward): Press this button to fast forwardwithin the current track.N (Repeat): With repeat, one track or an entire CDcan be repeated.To use r

BAND: Press this button to listen to the radio when aCD is playing. The inactive CD(s) will remain safelyinside the radio for future listening.CD: Pre

The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug onthe hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, thisapplies force to the strong pelvic bones. A

To delete tracks from the song list, perform thefollowing steps:1. Turn the CD player on.2. Press the LIST button to turn song list on. LIST willappea

CD MessagesCHECK CD: If this message appears on the displayand/or the CD comes out, it could be for one of thefollowing reasons:• It is very hot. When

Audio Steering Wheel ControlsIf your vehicle has this feature, some audio functionscan be adjusted at the steering wheel. They includethe following:p

1 – 6 (Preset Stations): Press this button to go to thenext station that is programmed on the radio presetpushbuttons.> (OnStar/Mute): Press and re

Backglass AntennaThe AM-FM antenna is integrated with the rear windowdefogger, located in the rear window. Be sure that theinside surface of the rear

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ...4-2Defensive Driving ...4-2Drunken Driving ...

Your Driving, the Road, andYour VehicleDefensive DrivingThe best advice anyone can give about driving is:Drive defensively.Please start with a very im

Many adults — by some estimates, nearly half the adultpopulation — choose never to drink alcohol, so theynever drive after drinking. For persons under

There is a gender difference, too. Women generallyhave a lower relative percentage of body waterthan men. Since alcohol is carried in body water, this

{CAUTION:Drinking and then driving is very dangerous.Your reflexes, perceptions, attentiveness, andjudgment can be affected by even a smallamount of al

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give nearlyas much protection this way.{CAUTION:You can be seriously hurt if

Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive inspurts — heavy acceleration followed by heavybraking — rather than keeping pace with traffic. This i

Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely.Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you. You slamon the brakes and continue braking. Here

Using Anti-LockDo not pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedaldown firmly and let anti-lock work for you. You may feela slight brake pedal pulsation

You may feel or hear the system working, but this isnormal.If the vehicle is in cruise control when the TCS beginsto limit wheel spin, the cruise cont

SteeringPower SteeringIf you lose power steering assist because the enginestops or the system is not functioning, you can steer butit will take much m

Steering in EmergenciesThere are times when steering can be more effectivethan braking. For example, you come over a hill and finda truck stopped in yo

Off-Road RecoveryYou may find that your right wheels have droppedoff the edge of a road onto the shoulder whileyou’re driving.If the level of the shoul

• Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to passwhile you are awaiting an opportunity. For one thing,following too closely reduces your area of

SkiddingIn a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle.Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonablecare suited to existing conditions,

Driving at NightNight driving is more dangerous than day driving.One reason is that some drivers are likely to beimpaired — by alcohol or drugs, with

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place.{CAUTION:You can be seriously injured if your belt isbuckled in the wrong place l

What you do in the daytime can also affect your nightvision. For example, if you spend the day in brightsunshine you are wise to wear sunglasses. Your

The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if yourwindshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavyrain can make it harder to see road signs

HydroplaningHydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build upunder your tires that they can actually ride on thewater. This can happen if the road

City DrivingOne of the biggest problems with city streets is theamount of traffic on them. You will want to watch out forwhat the other drivers are do

Freeway DrivingMile for mile, freeways — also called thruways,parkways, expressways, turnpikes, orsuperhighways — are the safest of all roads.But they

Before Leaving on a Long TripMake sure you are ready. Try to be well rested. If youmust start when you are not fresh — such as aftera day’s work — do

Hill and Mountain RoadsDriving on steep hills or mountains is different fromdriving in flat or rolling terrain.If you drive regularly in steep country,

{CAUTION:Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with theignition off is dangerous. Your brakes will haveto do all the work of slowing down. They couldget

Winter DrivingHere are some tips for winter driving:• Have your vehicle in good shape for winter.• You may want to put winter emergency supplies inyou

Driving on Snow or IceMost of the time, those places where your tires meetthe road probably have good traction.However, if there is snow or ice betwee

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It shouldbe worn over the shoulder at all times.{CAUTION:You can be seriously i

Remember, unless you have ABS, if you brake so hardthat your wheels stop rolling, you will just slide. Brakeso your wheels always keep rolling and you

{CAUTION:Snow can trap exhaust gases under yourvehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbonmonoxide) gas to get inside. CO couldovercome you and kill you

If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand,Mud, Ice or SnowIn order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you willneed to spin the wheels, but you do not want

Loading Your VehicleIt is very important to know how much weight yourvehicle can carry. Two labels on your vehicle showhow much weight it may properly

The Tire and Loading Information label also lists the tiresize of the original equipment tires (C) and therecommended cold tire inflation pressures (D)

Item Description TotalAMaximum VehicleCapacity Weight forExample 1 =1,000 lbs (453 kg)BSubtract OccupantWeight 150 lbs(68 kg) × 2 =300 lbs (136 kg)CAv

Item Description TotalAMaximum VehicleCapacity Weight forExample 3 =1,000 lbs (453 kg)BSubtract OccupantWeight 200 lbs(91 kg) × 5 =1,000 lbs (453 kg)C

If the vehicle is going to carry a heavy load, spreadit out. Do not carry more than 167 lbs (75 kg) inyour trunk.{CAUTION:Do not load your vehicle any

TowingTowing Your VehicleConsult your dealer or a professional towing service ifyou need to have your disabled vehicle towed. SeeRoadside Assistance P

Dolly TowingYour vehicle can be towed using a dolly. To tow yourvehicle using a dolly, follow these steps:1. Put the front wheels on a dolly.2. Put th

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The belt is twisted across the body.{CAUTION:You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt.In a crash, you would not ha

Trailering means changes in handling, acceleration,braking, durability, and fuel economy. Successful, safetrailering takes correct equipment, and it h

It depends on how you plan to use your rig. Forexample, speed, altitude, road grades, outsidetemperature and how much the vehicle is used to pull atra

Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s TiresBe sure the vehicle’s tires are inflated to the upper limitfor cold tires. These numbers can be found on theTire-Lo

Before starting, check all trailer hitch parts andattachments, safety chains, electrical connector, lamps,tires, and mirror adjustment. If the trailer

Driving On GradesReduce speed and shift to a lower gear before startingdown a long hill or steep downgrade. If the vehicleis not shifted down, the bra

When You Are Ready to Leave AfterParking on a Hill1. Apply the regular brakes and hold the pedal downwhile you:• Start the engine.• Shift into a gear.

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Service ...5-3Doing Your Own Service Work ...5-4Adding Equipment to the

Tire Chains ...5-66If a Tire Goes Flat ...5-67Changing a Flat Tire

ServiceYour dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you tobe happy with it. We hope you will go to your dealerfor all your service needs. You will ge

To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle.The belt should go back out of the way.Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of t

Doing Your Own Service WorkIf you want to do some of your own service work, youwill want to use the proper service manual. It tellsyou much more about

Adding Equipment to the Outside ofYour VehicleThings you might add to the outside of your vehicle canaffect the airflow around it. This may cause windn

Gasoline SpecificationsIt is recommended that gasoline meet specificationswhich were developed by automobile manufacturersaround the world and contained

Gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers andethanol, and reformulated gasolines may be available inyour area to contribute to clean air. Genera

Filling the Tank{CAUTION:Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire cancause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries toyou and others, read and follow all

{CAUTION:If you spill fuel and then something ignites it,you could be badly burned. Fuel can spray outon you if you open the fuel cap too quickly.This

Filling a Portable Fuel Container{CAUTION:Never fill a portable fuel container while it is inyour vehicle. Static electricity discharge fromthe contain

Hood ReleaseTo open the hood, do the following:1. Pull the interior hoodrelease handle withthis symbol on it. It islocated to the leftof the steeringc

Engine Compartment OverviewWhen you open the hood on the 3.8L V6 engine, here is what you will see:5-12

A. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See “AddingWasher Fluid” under Windshield Washer Fluidon page 5-34.B. Battery. See Battery on page 5-38.C. Remot

Safety Belt Use During PregnancySafety belts work for everyone, including pregnantwomen. Like all occupants, they are more likely to beseriously injur

When you open the hood on the 3.6L V6 engine, here is what you will see:5-14

A. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See “AddingWasher Fluid” under Windshield Washer Fluidon page 5-34.B. Battery. See Battery on page 5-38.C. Remot

When to Add Engine OilIf the oil is at or below the cross-hatched area at thetip of the dipstick, then you will need to add at leastone quart of oil.

What Kind of Engine Oil to UseLook for two things:• GM6094MYour vehicle’s engine requires oil meeting GMStandard GM6094M. You should look for and useo

If you are in an area of extreme cold, where thetemperature falls below −20°F (−29°C), it isrecommended that you use either an SAE 5W-30synthetic oil

After changing the engine oil, reset the system byperforming the following steps:1. With the engine off, turn the ignition key to RUN.2. Fully press a

When to Inspect the Engine AirCleaner/FilterInspect the air cleaner/filter at the Maintenance IIintervals and replace at the first oil change after50,00

Automatic Transmission FluidIt is not necessary to check the transmission fluid level.A transmission fluid leak is the only reason for fluidloss. If a le

What to UseUse a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water andone-half DEX-COOL®engine coolant which willnot damage aluminum parts. If this coolant m

Adding CoolantIf more coolant is needed, add the proper DEX-COOL®coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank, but becareful not to spill it.If the co

Safety Warnings and SymbolsThere are a number of safety cautions in this book. Weuse a box and the word CAUTION to tell about thingsthat could hurt yo

Center Front Passenger PositionLap BeltIf your vehicle has a front bench seat, someone can sitin the center position.When you sit in the center front

Radiator Pressure CapNotice: The radiator cap on your vehicle is apressure-type cap and must be tightly installed toprevent coolant loss and possible

Notice: If your engine catches fire because youkeep driving with no coolant, your vehicle canbe badly damaged. The costly repairs would not becovered b

Overheated Engine ProtectionOperating ModeThis emergency operating mode allows your vehicle tobe driven to a safe place in an emergency situation. If

A. Coolant Recovery TankB. Radiator Pressure CapC. Electric Engine Cooling Fans{CAUTION:An electric engine cooling fan under the hoodcan start up even

When the engine is cold, the coolant level should be ator above the cold fill line on the coolant recoverytank. If it is not, there may be a leak at th

How to Add Coolant to the CoolantRecovery Tank{CAUTION:Adding only plain water to your coolingsystem can be dangerous. Plain water, orsome other liqui

If the overheat warning continues, there is one morething you can try. You can add the proper coolantmixture directly to the radiator, but be sure the

3. If your vehicle has the3.8L V6 engine, openthe coolant airbleed valve located onthe thermostathousing near theheater hose. SeeEngine CompartmentOve

8. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel theupper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for theengine cooling fans.9. By this time, the co

Power Steering FluidSee Engine CompartmentOverview on page 5-12 forreservoir location.When to Check Power Steering FluidIt is not necessary to regular

Rear Seat PassengersIt is very important for rear seat passengers to buckleup! Accident statistics show that unbelted people inthe rear seat are hurt

Windshield Washer FluidWhat to UseWhen you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to readthe manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you willbe opera

BrakesBrake FluidYour brake master cylinderreservoir is filled withDOT-3 brake fluid. SeeEngine CompartmentOverview on page 5-12 forthe location of ther

What to AddWhen you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brakefluid. Use new brake fluid from a sealed containeronly. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricant

{CAUTION:The brake wear warning sound means thatsoon your brakes will not work well. Thatcould lead to an accident. When you hear thebrake wear warnin

BatteryYour vehicle has a maintenance free battery. When it istime for a new battery, get one that has the replacementnumber shown on the original bat

Jump StartingIf your battery has run down, you may want to useanother vehicle and some jumper cables to start yourvehicle. Be sure to use the followin

4. Open the hood on the other vehicle and locate thepositive (+) and negative (−) terminal locations onthat vehicle.You will not use your vehicle’s ba

{CAUTION:Using a match near a battery can cause batterygas to explode. People have been hurt doingthis, and some have been blinded. Use aflashlight if

7. Do not let the other end touch metal. Connect it tothe positive (+) terminal location on the vehicle withthe good battery. Use a remote positive (+

To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, dothe following:1. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from thevehicle that had the dead batte

3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckleend of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part.The lap part of the belt should be worn low

The adjustment screw can be turned with a 6 mmmale hex.To adjust the vertical aim on the headlamps, do thefollowing:1. Find the aim dot on the lens of

Notice: Do not cover a headlamp to improve beamcut-off when aiming. Covering a headlamp maycause excessive heat build-up which may causedamage to the

Headlamps and Sidemarker LampsA. Sidemarker LampB. Low-Beam HeadlampC. High-Beam HeadlampLow-Beam Headlamp andSidemarker BulbsTo replace a low-beam he

6. Pull back on the front fascia and then pull theheadlamp assembly out from the vehicle. Movingthe headlamp up and down slightly may help withits rem

Fog LampsYour vehicle may have fog lamps. To replace a foglamp bulb, do the following:1. Locate the access door in the splash shield. It islocated beh

3. Remove the four plastic wing nuts retaining thetrunk trim. There are two wing nuts located onthe driver’s side (shown) and two located on thepassen

A. TaillampB. Back-upC. TaillampD. Stoplamp/Taillamp/TurnSignalE. Sidemarker7. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it.8. Replace with a ne

Windshield Wiper BladeReplacementWindshield wiper blades should be inspected for wearor cracking each time maintenance is performed.See Scheduled Main

TiresYour new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made bya leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questionsabout your tire warranty and where t

Tire Sidewall LabellingUseful information about a tire is molded into itssidewall. The examples below show a typical passengervehicle tire and a compa

The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or acrash, or if you pull the belt very quickly out ofthe retractor.{CAUTION:You can be seriously hurt

(A) Temporary Use Only: The compact spare tire ortemporary use tire has a tread life of approximately3,000 miles (5 000 km) and should not be drivenat

Tire SizeThe following illustration shows an example of a typicalpassenger vehicle tire size.(A) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: The United Statesversion o

Aspect Ratio: The relationship of a tire’s height toits width.Belt: A rubber coated layer of cords that is locatedbetween the plies and the tread. Cor

Normal Occupant Weight: The number of occupants avehicle is designed to seat multiplied by 150 lbs (68 kg).See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-29.Occup

Vehicle Capacity Weight: The number of designatedseating positions multiplied by 150 lbs (68 kg) plusthe rated cargo load. See Loading Your Vehicleon

A Tire and Loading Information label is attached to thevehicle’s center pillar (B-pillar), below the driver’sdoor latch. This label shows your vehicle

Tire Inspection and RotationTires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles(8 000 to 13 000 km).Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your tires

When It Is Time for New TiresOne way to tell when it’stime for new tires is tocheck the treadwearindicators, which willappear when your tireshave only

Buying New TiresTo find out what kind and size of tires your vehicleneeds, look at the tire and loading information label. Formore information about th

Uniform Tire Quality GradingQuality grades can be found where applicable on thetire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximumsection width. For exam

2. Slide the guide under and past the belt. The elasticcord must be under the belt. Then, place the guideover the belt, and insert the two edges of th

Temperature – A, B, CThe temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,representing the tire’s resistance to the generationof heat and its ability

Wheel ReplacementReplace any wheel that is bent, cracked or badly rustedor corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, thewheel, wheel bolts and wheel

Used Replacement Wheels{CAUTION:Putting a used wheel on your vehicle isdangerous. You can’t know how it’s been usedor how far it’s been driven. It cou

If a Tire Goes FlatIt is unusual for a tire to blowout while you’re driving,especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goesout of a tire,

Changing a Flat TireIf a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damageby driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your vehicle’shazard warning fla

Removing the Spare Tire and ToolsThe equipment you will need is located in the trunk.1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on page 2-13 for moreinformation.2.

6. Turn the nut holding the jack counterclockwise andremove it. Then remove the jack and wrench.The tools needed to change a tire include the jack (A)

Removing the Flat Tire andInstalling the Spare TireIf your vehicle has wheel covers with center caps, thewheel nuts are hidden behind the cap. The cen

2. Turn the jack handle clockwise to raise the jacklift head.3. Find the jacking location using the diagram aboveand corresponding hoisting notches lo

5. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handleclockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off theground for the compact spare tire to fit underthe vehicle

{CAUTION:A safety belt that is not properly worn may notprovide the protection needed in a crash. Theperson wearing the belt could be seriouslyinjured

8. Install the compact spare tire.{CAUTION:Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. Ifyou do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheelcould fall off, ca

{CAUTION:Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightenedwheel nuts can cause the wheel to come looseand even come off. This could lead to anaccident. Be

Storing a Flat or Spare Tireand Tools{CAUTION:Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in thepassenger compartment of the vehicle couldcause injury.

A. CoverB. Wing NutC. Compact Spare TireD. Wing NutE. JackF. Wheel WrenchG. Extension ProtectorH. Bolt ScrewI. Foam HolderCompact Spare TireAlthough t

Appearance CareCleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic.Other cleaning products can burst into flames if a matchis struck near them or if the

Most stains can be removed with club soda water. Toclean, use the following instructions:1. For liquids: blot with a clean, soft, white cloth. Forsoli

VinylUse warm water and a clean cloth.• Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. Thismay have to be done more than once.• Things like tar, asphalt

Care of Safety BeltsKeep belts clean and dry.{CAUTION:Do not bleach or dye safety belts. If you do, itmay severely weaken them. In a crash, theymight

Finish CareOccasional waxing or mild polishing of the vehicle byhand may be necessary to remove residue fromthe paint finish. GM-approved cleaning prod

Aluminum or Chrome-Plated WheelsThe vehicle may be equipped with either aluminum orchrome-plated wheels.Keep the wheels clean using a soft clean cloth

Safety Belt PretensionersYour vehicle has safety belt pretensioners. They are onthe buckle end of the safety belts for the driver andright front passe

Sheet Metal DamageIf the vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metalrepair or replacement, make sure the body repair shopapplies anti-corrosion materi

Vehicle Care/Appearance MaterialsSee your GM dealer for more information on purchasingthe following products.Description UsagePolishing ClothWax-Treat

Vehicle IdentificationVehicle Identification Number (VIN)This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears ona plate in the front corner of the i

Electrical SystemAdd-On Electrical EquipmentNotice: Don’t add anything electrical to yourvehicle unless you check with your dealer first.Some electrica

Power Windows and OtherPower OptionsCircuit breakers in the instrument panel fuse blockprotect the power windows and other power accessories.When the

Fuses UsageDR/LCKTRUNKDoor Locks, TrunkRFA/MOD Remote Keyless EntryPRK/SWTCH Ignition Key LockCLSTR ClusterSTR/WHL/ILLUMSteering Wheel Controls Illumi

Underhood Fuse BlockSome fuses and relays are located in the underhoodfuse block on the passenger’s side of the vehicle in theengine compartment. See

J-Style Fuses Usage25 Air Pump26 Battery Main 127 Battery Main 228 Battery Main 329 Fan 130 Battery Main 431 Anti-lock Brake System Motor32 Fan 233 St

Capacities and SpecificationsThe following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions.Capacities and SpecificationsApplicationCa

Maintenance Schedule ...6-2Introduction ...6-2Maintenance Requireme

Child RestraintsOlder ChildrenOlder children who have outgrown booster seats shouldwear the vehicle’s safety belts.Q: What is the proper way to wear s

Maintenance ScheduleIntroductionImportant: Keep engine oil at the proper level andchange as recommended.Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The

Using the Maintenance ScheduleWe at General Motors want to help you keep yourvehicle in good working condition. But we do not knowexactly how you will

The proper replacement parts, fluids and lubricants touse are listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricantson page 6-12 and Normal Maintenance Replacemen

Scheduled MaintenanceService Maintenance I Maintenance IIChange engine oil and filter. See Engine Oil on page 5-15. Reset oil life system.See Engine Oi

Additional Required ServicesThe following services should be performed at the first maintenance service (I or II) after the indicated miles(kilometers)

Maintenance Footnotes† The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or theCalifornia Air Resources Board has determined that thefailure to perform this ma

(h) Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if thevehicle is mainly driven under one or more of theseconditions:− In heavy city traffic where the ou

Engine Coolant Level CheckCheck the engine coolant level and addDEX-COOL®coolant mixture if necessary. See EngineCoolant on page 5-21 for further deta

Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock ControlSystem Check{CAUTION:When you are doing this inspection, thevehicle could move suddenly. If the vehiclemoves, yo

Parking Brake and Automatic TransaxlePark (P) Mechanism Check{CAUTION:When you are doing this check, your vehiclecould begin to move. You or others co

{CAUTION:Never do this.Here two children are wearing the same belt.The belt can not properly spread the impactforces. In a crash, the two children can

Recommended Fluids andLubricantsFluids and lubricants identified below by name,part number or specification may be obtained fromyour dealer.Usage Fluid/

Normal Maintenance Replacement PartsReplacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your GM dealer.Normal

Maintenance RecordAfter the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service and thetype of services per

Maintenance Record (cont’d)DateOdometerReadingServiced ByMaintenance I orMaintenance IIServices Performed6-15

Maintenance Record (cont’d)DateOdometerReadingServiced ByMaintenance I orMaintenance IIServices Performed6-16

Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...7-2Online Owner Center ...

Customer Assistance andInformationCustomer Satisfaction ProcedureYour satisfaction and goodwill are important toyour dealer and to Buick. Normally, an

The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court programadministered by the Council of Better BusinessBureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehi

Customer Assistance for TextTelephone (TTY) UsersTo assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, orspeech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTY

Overseas — Customer AssistancePlease contact the local General Motors Business Unit.Mexico, Central America andCaribbean Islands/Countries(Except Puer

{CAUTION:Never do this.Here a child is sitting in a seat that has alap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part isbehind the child. If the child wears the

Roadside Assistance ProgramCall 1-800-252-1112 for Buick Roadside Assistance.As the proud owner of a new Buick vehicle, youare automatically enrolled

While we hope you never have the occasion to use ourservice, it is added security while traveling for youand your family. Remember, we are only a phon

Transportation OptionsWarranty service can generally be completed while youwait. However, if you are unable to wait Buick helpsminimize your inconveni

Courtesy Transportation is available only at participatingdealers and all program options, such as shuttleservice, may not be available at every deale

To read this information, special equipment is neededand access to the vehicle or the device that storesthe data is required. GM will not access infor

Reporting Safety Defects to theCanadian GovernmentIf you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehiclehas a safety defect, you should immediately

Owner’s InformationOwner publications are written specifically for ownersand intended to provide basic operational informationabout the vehicle. The ow

AAccessory Power Outlets ... 3-20Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-EquippedVehicle ...

Audio System(s) (cont.)Radio with CD ... 3-79, 3-84, 3-92Radio with Six-Disc CD ... 3-105Setting t

CheckEngine Light ... 3-39Check Gas Cap Light ... 3-46Checking Things U

Vehicle Damage WarningsAlso, in this manual you will find these notices:Notice: These mean there is something that coulddamage your vehicle.A notice te

{CAUTION:People should never hold a baby in their armswhile riding in a vehicle. A baby does notweigh much — until a crash. During a crash ababy will

Cruise Control Lever ... 3-10Cruise Control Light ... 3-43Cupholder(s) ...

Electrical System (cont.)Power Windows and Other Power Options ... 5-88Underhood Fuse Block ... 5-90Windshield Wiper

FusesFuses and Circuit Breakers ... 5-88Instrument Panel Fuse Block ... 5-88Underhood Fuse Block ...

IIgnition Positions ... 2-21Infants and Young Children, Restraints ... 1-33Inflation -- Tire Pres

Light (cont.)Reduced Engine Power ... 3-44Safety Belt Reminder ... 3-32Security ...

Mirrors (cont.)Outside Power Heated Mirrors ... 2-34Outside Power Mirrors ... 2-33MyGMLink.com ...

Power (cont.)Lumbar Controls ... 1-4Reduced Engine Light ... 3-44Retained Acces

SSafety BeltPretensioners ... 1-30Reminder Light ... 3-32Safety Be

Spare TireInstalling ... 5-71Removing ... 5-69Storing

Top Strap ... 1-41Top Strap Anchor Location ... 1-43TowingRecreational

{CAUTION:Children who are up against, or very close to,any airbag when it inflates can be seriouslyinjured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulderbelts of

Windows ... 2-15Power ... 2-16WindshieldWiper

Q: What are the different types of add-on childrestraints?A: Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by thevehicle’s owner, are available in four

{CAUTION:The body structure of a young child is quiteunlike that of an adult or older child, for whomthe safety belts are designed. A young child’ship

A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with theseating surface against the back of the infant. Theharness system holds the infant in place a

A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designed toimprove the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Somebooster seats have a shoulder belt positi

When choosing a child restraint, be sure the childrestraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, itwill have a label saying that it meets fe

{CAUTION:A child in a child restraint in the center frontseat can be badly injured or killed by the rightfront passenger’s airbag if it inflates. Never

In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing childrestraints have a top strap, and that the strap beanchored. In the United States, some child rest

Top Strap Anchor LocationThe vehicle has top strap anchors installed for the rearseating positions.They are located under trim covers on the rear seat

These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle:v

A. Lower AnchorageB. Lower AnchorageC. Top TetherA. Lower AnchorageB. Lower AnchorageIn order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle, youneed a child

To assist you in locatingthe lower anchors for thischild restraint system, eachseating position with theLATCH system has a labelon the seatback at eac

Securing a Child Restraint in a RearSeat PositionIf your child restraint is equipped with the LATCHsystem, see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers forChi

4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out ofthe retractor to set the lock.5. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint,pull th

Securing a Child Restraint in theCenter Front Seat Position{CAUTION:A child in a child restraint in the center frontseat can be badly injured or kille

{CAUTION:A child in a rear-facing child restraint can beseriously injured or killed if the right frontpassenger’s airbag inflates. This is becausethe b

3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulderportions of the vehicle’s safety belt through oraround the restraint. The child restraint inst

If a child restraint has been installed and the onindicator is lit, turn the vehicle off. Remove the childrestraint from the vehicle and reinstall the

Here are the most important things to know about theairbag system:{CAUTION:You can be severely injured or killed in a crashif you are not wearing your

{CAUTION:Anyone who is up against, or very close to,any airbag when it inflates can be seriouslyinjured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulderbelts offer

✍ NOTESvi

The right front passenger’s airbag is in the instrumentpanel on the passenger’s side.If your vehicle has a side impact airbag for the driverand the pe

If your vehicle has a side impact airbag for the rightfront passenger and the person directly behindthat passenger, it is located in the ceiling above

When Should an Airbag Inflate?The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal airbagsare designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontalor near-front

Your vehicle may or may not have side impact airbags.See Airbag System on page 1-51. Side impactairbags are intended to inflate in moderate to severesi

What Will You See After anAirbag Inflates?After an airbag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quicklythat some people may not even realize the airbaginflate

Your vehicle has a feature that will automatically unlockthe doors, turn the interior lamps on, and flash thehazard warning flashers when the airbag infl

Passenger Sensing SystemYour vehicle has a passenger sensing system. Thepassenger airbag status indicator on the instrumentpanel will be visible when

Your vehicle has a rear seat that will accommodate arear-facing child restraint. A label on your sun visor says,“Never put a rear-facing child seat in

If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting thevehicle, the on indicator is still lit, check to makesure that the vehicle’s seatback is n

{CAUTION:If the airbag readiness light in the instrumentpanel cluster ever comes on and stays on, itmeans that something may be wrong with theairbag s

Front Seats ...1-3Manual Seats ...1-3Six-Way Power Sea

Servicing Your Airbag-EquippedVehicleAirbags affect how your vehicle should be serviced.There are parts of the airbag system in several placesaround y

Restraint System CheckChecking the Restraint SystemsNow and then, make sure the safety belt reminder lightand all your belts, buckles, latch plates, r

If the LATCH system was being used during a moresevere crash, you may need new LATCH system parts.If belts are cut or damaged, replace them. Collision

Keys ...2-2Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-3Remote Keyless Entry Sy

Keys{CAUTION:Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignitionkey is dangerous for many reasons. Theycould operate the power windows or othercontrols or

One key is used for theignition and all locks.When a new vehicle is delivered, the key has abar-coded key tag. This tag may be removed by yourdealer b

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.

The following functions may be available if your vehiclehas the remote keyless entry system:/ (Remote Vehicle Start): If your vehicle has thisfeature,

V (Remote Trunk Release): Press this button torelease the trunk lid. The transaxle must be in PARK (P)for this feature to operate.L (Remote Alarm): Pr

To replace the battery in the remote keyless entrytransmitter, do the following:1. Insert a flat object, with a thin edge, into the notchlocated below

Passenger Sensing System ...1-60Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...1-64Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equippe

Do not use the remote start feature if your vehicle is lowon fuel. Your vehicle may run out of fuel.Your vehicle’s remote keyless entry transmitter, w

If you enter the vehicle after a remote start, and theengine is still running, insert the key into the ignition lockcylinder and turn it to the RUN po

Doors and LocksDoor Locks{CAUTION:Unlocked doors can be dangerous.• Passengers — especially children — caneasily open the doors and fall out of amovin

Power Door LocksTo lock or unlock all doorsfrom inside the vehicle,use the power doorlock switch located oneither front door armrest.Press the bottom

Automatic Door LocksThe vehicle’s doors are programmed from the factory tolock when the shift lever is moved into a forwardgear, and to unlock when th

Trunk{CAUTION:It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lidopen because carbon monoxide (CO) gas cancome into your vehicle. You cannot see orsmell C

Emergency Trunk Release HandleNotice: Using the emergency trunk release handleas a tie-down or anchor point when securingitems in the trunk may damage

Windows{CAUTION:Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in avehicle with the windows closed is dangerous.They can be overcome by the extreme heatan

Power WindowsThe switches on the driver’s door armrest are used tocontrol each of the windows. The power windowswitches work while the ignition is on,

Sun VisorsTo block out glare, you can swing down the visors andslide them along the rod to cover different areas ofthe front window. You can also move

Front SeatsManual Seats{CAUTION:You can lose control of the vehicle if you try toadjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicleis moving. The sudden

Arming with the Power Lock SwitchThe vehicle’s content theft-deterrent alarm system canbe activated when the key is removed from theignition and the p

PASS-Key®IIIYour PASS-Key®III system operates on a radiofrequency subject to Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada.Thi

When trying to start the vehicle, if the engine does notstart and the STARTING DISABLED warning messageon the Driver Information Center (DIC) comes on

Starting and Operating YourVehicleNew Vehicle Break-InNotice: Your vehicle does not need an elaboratebreak-in. But it will perform better in the long

C (RUN): This position is where the key returns to afterthe vehicle is started. This position displays some ofthe warning and indicator lights.D (STAR

2. If the engine does not start within 10 seconds, holdyour key in START for about 10 seconds at a timeuntil the engine starts. Wait about 15 secondsb

3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet.{CAUTION:Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outletcould cause an electrical shock. Also, thewr

{CAUTION:It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if theshift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with theparking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll.

NEUTRAL (N): In this position, the engine does notconnect with the wheels. To restart when you arealready moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Also, useNEUTR

Notice: Driving in SECOND (2) for more than25 miles (40 km) or at speeds over 55 mph (90 km/h)may damage the transaxle. Also, shifting intoSECOND (2)