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viiiYou will also find a circlewith a slash through it in this book. This safetysymbol means “Don’t,”“Don’t do this” or “Don’tlet this happen.”Vehicle

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2-8Automatic Door Lock/UnlockAll of the doors will automatically lock when all doors are closed, the engine is running and the shiftlever is shifted o

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2-9Canceling the Rear Door Child Security Locks1. Unlock and open the rear door from the outside.2. Push the lever down to disengage the safety lock.3

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2-10This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful int

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2-11OperationRemote Driver Door UnlockWhen you press UNLOCK on the remote keyless entrytransmitter, only the driver’s door will unlock. If youpress UN

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2-12Remote AlarmWhen you press the button with the horn symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter, the headlamps andthe parking lamps will flash

Strany 8 - French Language Manual:

2-13Replacing the Battery in the Remote TransmitterNOTICE:When replacing the battery, use care not to touch any of the circuitry. Static from your bod

Strany 9 - Safety Warnings and Symbols

2-14Vehicle CustomizationSome of your vehicle’s features can be reset orcustomized according to your preference. The featuresyou can program depend on

Strany 10 - Vehicle Symbols

2-153. This message will appear in the message center,located in the instrument panel cluster, as anindication that your vehicle is ready to begin pro

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2-16Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory, it wasprogrammed in Mode 3. The mode to which the vehiclehas been programmed may have been chang

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2-17Mode 4: Automatic Door Locking with shift out ofPARK (P)/All Door Unlocking with shift into PARK (P)Shift out of PARK (P) with the ignition on and

Strany 14 - Seats and Seat Controls

2-18Delayed LockingThis feature allows you to delay the locking of your doors.Programmable ModesMode 1: Off (Doors will always lock immediately whenyo

Strany 15 - -way power seat

2-19Remote Driver’s Door UnlockThis feature allows you to customize the UNLOCKbutton on the remote keyless entry transmitter.Programmable ModesYour ve

Strany 16 - Memory Seat (Option)

2-20Programmable ModesMode 1: Both Features Off (Remote lock and unlockconfirmation are disabled.)Mode 2: Exterior Lamps Flash OnlyWhen you use the re

Strany 17 - Heated Front Seats (Option)

2-21Exiting Programming ModeTo exit programming mode, do one of the following:Press the odometer button, while in odometer mode,for two seconds, ortur

Strany 18 - Reclining Front Seatbacks

2-22Liftgate ReleaseTo open the liftgate do one of the following:press the liftgate releaseswitch, which is locatedon the center consoleswitchbank, or

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2-23Parking at NightPark in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock yourvehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight.Put them in a storage

Strany 20 - Rear Seats

2-24When the content theft-deterrent system is armed, the liftgate may be opened by using one of the following methods:press the liftgate releasebutto

Strany 21 - -level split bench seats

2-25Disarming with the Remote Keyless Entry TransmitterYour alarm system will disarm when you pressUNLOCK on your remote keyless entry transmitter tou

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2-26This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful int

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2-27Canadian Owners: If you lose or damage your keys,only a GM dealer can service PASS-Key III to have newkeys made. To program additional keys you wi

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2-28New Vehicle “Break-In”NOTICE:Your vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate“break-in.” But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guid

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2-29NOTICE:If your key seems stuck in OFF and you can’tturn it, be sure you are using the correct key; ifso, is it all the way in? Turn the key only w

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2-30Starting Your EngineMove your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).Your engine won’t start in any other position -- that’s asafety feature. To r

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2-313. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but thenstops), it could be flooded with too much gasoline.Try pushing your accelerator pedal all t

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2-32To Use the Engine Coolant Heater1. Turn off the engine.2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. Theelectrical cord is located on the drive

Strany 30 - Stowable Seat (Option)

2-33Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) beforestarting the engine. Your vehicle has an automatictransaxle shift lock control system. You have

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2-34NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine doesn’tconnect with the wheels. To restart when you’re alreadymoving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Also, useNE

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2-35Warm-Up ShiftYour vehicle has a computer controlled transaxledesigned to warm up the engine faster when the outsidetemperature is 35 F (2 C) or co

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2-36SECOND (2): This position gives you more power, butlower fuel economy. You can use SECOND (2) on hills.It can help control your speed as you go do

Strany 34 - Why Safety Belts Work

2-37Parking BrakeTo set the parking brake,hold the regular brake pedaldown with your right footand push down on theparking brake pedal withyour left f

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1-1-1Section 1 Seats and Restraint SystemsHere you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly. You

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2-38Shifting Into PARK (P)CAUTION:It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle ifthe shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with theparking brake firm

Strany 37 - -- and the Answers

2-39Move the lever up as far as it will go.3. Turn the ignition key to OFF.4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can leave your vehicle with

Strany 38 - Driver Position

2-40Torque LockIf you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift yourtransaxle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of thevehicle may put too much force

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2-41Parking Over Things That BurnCAUTION:Things that can burn could touch hot exhaustparts under your vehicle and ignite. Don’t parkover papers, leave

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2-42Running Your Engine While You’re ParkedIt’s better not to park with the engine running. But if youever have to, here are some things to know.CAUTI

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2-43Tilt WheelA tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steeringwheel before you drive. You can also raise it to thehighest level to give your le

Strany 42 - Q: What’s wrong with this?

2-44Turn and Lane-Change SignalsThe turn signal has two upward (for right) and twodownward (for left) positions. These positions allow youto signal a

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2-45Headlamp High/Low-Beam ChangerTo change the headlamps from low to high, simply pushthe turn signal lever back. Then release it. To change theheadl

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2-46Windshield WasherTo wash your windshield, push and hold the paddle withthe windshield washer symbol. The washers and wiperswill operate. When you

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2-47Cruise Control (Option)CAUTION:Cruise control can be dangerous where youcan’t drive safely at a steady speed. So,don’t use your cruise control on

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1-2Seats and Seat ControlsThis section tells you about the seats -- how to adjust them, take them out, put them back in, fold and unfold them.Driver’s

Strany 47 - -shoulder belt

2-48Resuming a Set SpeedSuppose you set your cruise control at a desired speedand then you apply the brake. This, of course, shuts offthe cruise contr

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2-49Reducing Speed While Using Cruise ControlThere are two ways to reduce speed while using cruise control:Push in the SET button at the end of the le

Strany 49 - Air Bag Systems

2-50Exterior LampsThe exterior lamps controlis located to the left of thesteering column.AUTO: Turning the control to this setting will activatethe au

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2-51Lamps on ReminderIf the driver’s door is opened and you turn the ignitionto OFF while leaving the lamps on, you will hear awarning chime.Daytime R

Strany 51 - How the Air Bag Systems Work

2-52Fog LampsPush the button in the center of the exterior lampscontrol to turn the fog lampson and off.Fog lamps are activated by pushing the button

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2-53Interior Lamps ControlTurn the interior lamps control to one of the following positions:OFF: Use OFF to turn the interior lamps off.DOOR: Use DOOR

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2-54The lamps will fade out before the 25 seconds havepassed if the following conditions are met:The ignition is turned to ON,LOCK is pressed on the o

Strany 54 - -frontal impacts

2-55The lamps will turn off before the 25 seconds havepassed if the following conditions are met:The ignition is turned to ON, orthe exterior lamp con

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2-56Cargo Lamp/Reading LampThe cargo lamp is located in the rear of the vehicle,above the liftgate opening, and it has an on/off switch.The lamp will

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2-57Electrochromic Automatic DimmingRearview Mirror (If Equipped)Your vehicle may have an electrochromic day/nightrearview mirror. Push the button in

Strany 57 - Center Passenger Position

1-3Manual Front Passenger SeatsTo move the seat forward or rearward, pull up on thelever, located on the front ofthe seat, to unlock it.Slide the seat

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2-58Convex Outside MirrorYour passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convexmirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from thedriver’s seat.CAUTION:

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2-59Storage CompartmentsThere are four small storage compartments in the rear ofyour vehicle. One is on the passenger’s side, two are onthe driver’s s

Strany 60 - Rear Seat Passengers

2-60Garage Door Opener CompartmentYou can store and operate your garage door opener inthe overhead console. To install your garage dooropener, follow

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2-61Storage Compartment (If Equipped)To open the storage compartment, located at the front of the overhead console, press the release latchforward. Th

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2-62Cell Phone Storage CompartmentYour vehicle has a cell phone storage compartmentlocated on the floor console storage closest to thedriver’s seat. L

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2-63Rear Convenience Center (Option)CAUTION:If the rear convenience center isn’t securedproperly, it can move around in a collision orsudden stop. Peo

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2-64Replacing the Extended Rear Convenience Center1. Make sure that all items have been removed from therear of the vehicle.2. Remove the carpeted mat

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2-65Removing the Rear Convenience Center When theVehicle has the Third Row Stowable Seat1. Make sure that all items have been removed from thetop and

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2-66Roof Rack System (Option)CAUTION:If you try to carry something on top of yourvehicle that is longer or wider than the luggagecarrier -- like panel

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2-67NOTICE:Loading cargo that weighs more than 220 lbs.(100 kg) on the luggage carrier may damage your vehicle.Don’t exceed the maximum vehicle capaci

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1-4Manual LumbarThe knob that controls this feature is located on the outboard sides of the driver’s and frontpassenger’s seats.Turn the knob toward t

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2-68To adjust the crossrail(s), first remove the sunroofstop (A) by using the tool (B) located in the plastic bag in the glove box.To remove the sunro

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2-69Ashtray and Cigarette LighterThe ashtray is located on the floor console closest to theinstrument panel. Lift the lid to expose the ashtray. Theas

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2-70Accessory Inflator System (Option)Your vehicle may have an air inflator. With it, you caninflate things like bicycle tires and basketballs, and yo

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2-71If the air inflator system does not turn on, the fuse maybe blown or installed incorrectly. See “Fuses and CircuitBreakers” in the Index or see yo

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2-72NOTICE:Adding some electrical equipment to your vehiclecan damage it or keep other things from workingas they should. This wouldn’t be covered by

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2-73Emergency Button: In an emergency situation,press the emergency service button. Upon receiving thecall, an advisor at the center will locate your

Strany 75 - -facing child

2-74Roadside Assistance with Location: For vehiclebreakdowns, press the OnStar button. An advisor willcontact the appropriate help.Remote Diagnostics:

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2-75OnStar System LimitationsComplete limitations can be found on the SubscriberServices Agreement.OnStar service is:available in the 48 contiguous Un

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2-76Sunroof (Option)If your vehicle has theoptional sunroof, the switch is located betweenthe sun visors.The sunroof switch will only work when the ig

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2-77HomeLink Transmitter (Option)This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this de

Strany 79 - Children (LATCH System)

1-5You can also store an exit position for each driver. The exit position is programmed by moving the seat to the desired exit position and then holdi

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2-783. When the HomeLink indicator light begins to blinkslowly (this may take up to 30 seconds), hold thehand-held transmitter about 1 to 3 inches (3

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2-793. Return to HomeLink in your vehicle and firmly press and release the programmed HomeLink buttonthree times.The rolling-code garage door opener s

Strany 82 - Rear Outside Seat Position

2-80The Instrument Panel -- Your Information System

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2-81The main components of the instrument panel are the following:A. Exterior/Interior Lamps ControlB. Turn Signal/Multifunction LeverC. Hazard Warnin

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2-82Instrument Panel ClusterYour instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know howfast you

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2-83Speedometer and Tamper Resistant OdometerYour speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h).Your

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2-84Retro-Active ResetThe trip odometer has a feature called retro-active reset.This feature can be used to set the trip odometer to thenumber of mile

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2-85Warning Lights, Gages, Messagesand IndicatorsThis part describes the warning lights and gages thatmay be on your vehicle. The pictures will help y

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2-86Air Bag Readiness LightThere is an air bag readiness light on the instrumentpanel, which shows the air bag symbol. The systemchecks the air bag’s

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2-87Brake System Warning LightWhen the ignition is on, the brake system warning lightwill come on when you set your parking brake. The lightwill stay

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1-6Reclining Front SeatbacksTo adjust the seatback, pull up on the recliner leverlocated on the outboard sides of both the driver’s andpassenger’s sea

Strany 91 - Safety Belt Extender

2-88Anti-Lock Brake System Warning LightUnited States CanadaThe anti-lock brake system warning light should comeon for a few seconds when you turn the

Strany 92 - After a Crash

2-89If the traction control system warning light comes onand stays on for an extended period of time when thesystem is turned on, your vehicle needs s

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2-90Malfunction Indicator Lamp (ServiceEngine Soon Light in the United States orCheck Engine Light in Canada)United States CanadaYour vehicle is equip

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2-91NOTICE:Modifications made to the engine, transaxle,exhaust, intake or fuel system of your vehicle orthe replacement of the original tires with oth

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2-92If the Light Is FlashingThe following may prevent more serious damage toyour vehicle:Reducing vehicle speed.Avoiding hard accelerations.Avoiding s

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2-93Have 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 cau

Strany 97 - -Key III”

2-94Fuel GageUnited States CanadaWhen the indicator nears empty, you still have a littlefuel left, but you should get more soon.If your fuel is low, t

Strany 98 - Door Locks

2-95Message CenterThe message center is located at the top of theinstrument panel cluster in between the tachometer andspeedometer. It gives you impor

Strany 99 - -Deterrent System”

2-96Traction Active Message (Option)United States CanadaIf your vehicle has the traction control system, theTRACTION ACTIVE message will appear when t

Strany 100 - Automatic Door Lock/Unlock

2-97Low Oil Pressure MessageUnited States CanadaYour vehicle is equipped with a low oil pressurewarning message.Your oil pressure message lets you kno

Strany 101 - System (Option)

1-7CAUTION:Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle isin motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckleup, your safety belts can’t do their job w

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2-98Low Engine Oil Level MessageUnited States CanadaIf this message comes on, it means your engine is lowon oil.You need to check the oil level right

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2-99Door Ajar Warning MessageUnited States CanadaThis message will come on when the ignition is turnedto ON or START and the driver’s or passenger’s d

Strany 104 - Battery Replacement

2-100PASS-Key III Security MessageUnited States CanadaIf you are ever driving and this message comes on andstays on, you will be able to restart your

Strany 105 - Center Console Switchbank

2-101Low Brake Fluid Warning MessageUnited States CanadaIf your brake fluid is low, the warning message willcome on and stay on until you add brake fl

Strany 106 - Vehicle Customization

2-102Service Vehicle Soon MessageUnited States CanadaThis light will come on if your vehicle has certainnon-emission related problems.For example, if

Strany 107 - Headlamp Exit Delay

2-103Program Mode MessageUnited States CanadaIf you receive this message, your vehicle is in programmode. You are ready to begin programming yourvehic

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2-104Park Lamp Warning MessageUnited States CanadaIf you receive this message, one or both of the vehicle’s parking lamp bulbs needs replacement. See

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2-105Low Tire Pressure Message (If Equipped)United States CanadaThe check tire pressure system can alert you to a largechange in the pressure of one t

Strany 110 - Delayed Locking

2-106When the ignition is turned to ON or START, the DICwill display the following:BUICK: BUICK will be displayed for three seconds.DRIVER #: This mes

Strany 111 - Remote Driver’s Door Unlock

2-107FUEL RANGE: The fuel range is an estimated distance that your vehicle can travel on the remainingfuel. The fuel economy used to calculate the ran

Strany 113 - CAUTION:

1-8Rear SeatsThe rear seats in your vehicle have seat operatingfeatures to adjust, fold, remove and reinstall the seats.By using the seat operating fe

Strany 114 - Key in the Ignition

2-108Compass VarianceCompass variance is the difference between magneticnorth and geographic north. In some areas of thecountry, the difference is gre

Strany 115 - -Deterrent (Option)

2-109ZONE # PRESS & HOLD SET TO CHANGE: Thisdisplay mode will be displayed when you are manuallycalibrating the system. The current zone number fo

Strany 116 - Entry Transmitter

2-110Entering Programming ModeTo program features, your vehicle must be in theprogramming mode. Follow these steps:1. Turn the ignition key to ON with

Strany 117 - PASS-Key III

2-111Headlamp Exit DelayThis feature allows you to customize the headlamps andparking lamps. This feature can be programmed to oneof the following mod

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2-112Interior Lighting DelayThe interior lighting delay feature can be programmedto one of the following modes:ON: Continue to illuminate the interior

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2-113Interior Lighting OnThe interior lighting on feature can be programmed toone of the following modes:KEY OUT: The interior lamps will come on for

Strany 120 - Ignition Positions

2-114Auto Door LockThe auto door lock feature can be programmed to one ofthe following modes:ON: The doors will automatically lock when shifted outof

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2-115Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory, it wasprogrammed in ALL. The mode to which the vehiclehas been programmed may have been changed

Strany 122 - Starting Your Engine

2-116Delayed LockingThe delayed locking feature can be programmed to oneof the following modes:ON: Lock your vehicle using the power door lockswitch o

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2-117Remote Door UnlockThe remote door unlock feature can be programmed toone of the following modes:DRIVER/ALL: With the first press of UNLOCK on the

Strany 124 - Automatic Transaxle Operation

1-9To recline the seatback onbase-level split bench seats,lift up on the recliner leverlocated on the outboard side of the seatback.Base-LevelTo recli

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2-118Unlock FeedbackThe unlock feedback feature can be programmed to oneof the following modes:LIGHTS: This mode does the following:During the day, wh

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2-119Lock FeedbackThe lock feedback feature can be programmed to one ofthe following modes:OFF: When LOCK is pressed on the remote keylessentry transm

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2-120Seat RecallThe seat recall feature can be programmed to one of thefollowing modes:ON: The previously programmed memory seat positionwill be recal

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2-121Tilt MirrorThe tilt mirror feature can be programmed to one of thefollowing modes:ON: The passengers side outside rearview mirror willtilt down t

Strany 129 - Parking Brake

2-122Head-Up Display (HUD) (Option)CAUTION:If the HUD image is too bright, or too high inyour field of view, it may take you more time tosee things yo

Strany 130 - Shifting Into PARK (P)

2-123Be sure to continue scanning your displays, controls anddriving environment just as you would in a vehiclewithout HUD. If you never look at your

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2-124To adjust the HUD so you can see it properly:1. Start your engine and turn the dimmer knob to thedesired HUD image brightness.The brightness of t

Strany 132 - Shifting Out of PARK (P)

2-125Rear Parking Assist (RPA) (Option)RPA can help you to determine how close an object is toyour rear bumper within a given area, making parkingeasi

Strany 133 - Engine Exhaust

2-126How the System WorksIf the rear park aid disable switch is not on, the rearparking assist will turn on automatically when the shiftlever is moved

Strany 134 - You’re Parked

2-127When the System Does Not Seem to Work ProperlyThe light will flash red when shifting into REVERSE (R)if a trailer was attached to your vehicle, o

Strany 135 - Tilt Wheel

1-10Removing the Split Bench SeatEach section of the split bench seat can be flippedforward or removed individually.1. Unlatch the shoulder belt from

Strany 136 - -out bulbs and check the

3-3-1Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio SystemsIn this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with yo

Strany 137 - Windshield Wipers

3-2Comfort ControlsThis section tells you how to make your air system workfor you.With this system, you can control the heating, coolingand ventilatio

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3-3(Defog): This setting directs air to the windshieldand through the floor ducts. This mode is particularlyuseful during cold or inclement weather be

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3-4HeatingTurn the temperature knob clockwise (toward the redarea) to warm the air.In the lower mode, outside air will be brought in andsent through t

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3-5Dual Automatic ComforTemp ClimateControl (If Equipped)With this system, you set a temperature. You can theneither let the system automatically con

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3-6Passenger’s Temperature ControlThe passenger’s temperature knob adjusts thetemperature on the passenger’s side of the vehicle so it is warmer or co

Strany 142 - Exterior Lamps

3-7Mode ButtonsVENT: This button turns the air conditioningcompressor on and off and changes the mode to upper. The words A/C OFF are shown in the dis

Strany 143 - Daytime Running Lamps

3-8HeatingTurn the temperature knob to the desired interiortemperature to warm the air.In the lower mode, outside air will be brought in andsent throu

Strany 144 - Interior Lamps

3-9Rear Window DefoggerManual SystemAutomatic SystemPress the REAR button (the indicator light will glow) towarm the defogger grid on the rear window.

Strany 145 - Delayed Lighting

3-10Ventilation SystemYour vehicle’s flow-through ventilation system suppliesoutside air into the vehicle when it is moving. Outsideair will also ente

Strany 146 - Perimeter Lighting

1-115. To release the front latches, squeeze the angled latchrelease bar toward the straight crossbar.6. Remove the seat by rocking it slightly toward

Strany 147 - Rear Reading Lamps

3-11Audio SystemsYour audio system has been designed to operate easilyand give years of listening pleasure. You will get the mostenjoyment out of it i

Strany 148 - Battery Saver

3-12DISP (Display): Press this button to display the stationbeing played or to display the clock. The clock can bedisplayed with the ignition on or of

Strany 149 - Rearview Mirror (If Equipped)

3-13Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)AUDIO: Push and release AUDIO until BAS appearson the display. Then turn the AUDIO knob clockwise toincrease bass. B

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3-14To adjust the fade between the front and rear speakers,push and release AUDIO until FAD appears on thedisplay. Then turn the AUDIO knob clockwise

Strany 151 - Storage Compartments

3-15Using RDSYour audio system is equipped with a Radio DataSystem (RDS). With RDS, the radio can do the following:Seek only to stations with the type

Strany 152 - -sticking Velcro from the

3-16AM FM (Alternate Frequency): Alternate frequencyallows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the same program type. Press and hold AM FM

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3-17TRAF (Traffic): Press this button to receive trafficannouncements. The traffic announcement brackets willappear on the display. TRAF will appear o

Strany 154 - Rear Convenience Net

3-18DISP (Display): Press this button to see which track isplaying. Press it again within five seconds to see howlong it has been playing. To change w

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3-19AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape andCompact Disc Player with Automatic ToneControl and Radio Data Systems (RDS) (If Equipped)Playing the RadioPWR (

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3-20Setting Preset StationsThe six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and s

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1-12CAUTION:A safety belt that is improperly routed, notproperly attached, or twisted won’t provide the protection needed in a crash. The personwearin

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3-21Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)AUDIO: To adjust the balance between the right andleft speakers, push and release AUDIO until BALappears on t

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3-22EQ (Equalizer): This feature allows you to choosepreset bass, mid and treble equalization settingsdesigned for different program types. Press EQ t

Strany 160 - -acsry”

3-23Finding a PTY StationP-TYP (Program): This button is used to turn on andoff Program Type (PTY) select. The P-TYPE symbolwill appear on the display

Strany 161 - Sun Visors

3-24RDS MessagesALERT!: This type of announcement warns of nationalor local emergencies. You will not be able to turn offalert announcements. ALERT! a

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3-25Playing a Cassette TapeThe longer side with the tape visible should face to theright. If the ignition and the radio are on, the tape can beinserte

Strany 163 - Accessory Power Outlets

3-26Cassette Tape MessagesIf an E and a number appears while trying to play a cassette tape, it could be for one of the following reasons:E10: The tap

Strany 164 - OnStar System (Option)

3-27SEEK : Press the left SEEK button to go to thestart of the current track if more than eight seconds haveplayed. If you hold the button or press i

Strany 165 - Safety and Security Services

3-28AM-FM Stereo with Six-Disc Compact DiscPlayer with Programmable Equalization andRadio Data System (RDS) (If Equipped)Playing the RadioPWR (Power):

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3-29SCAN : Press and hold either SCAN arrow fortwo seconds until SC appears on the display and youhear a beep. The radio will go to a station, play fo

Strany 167 - OnStar System Limitations

3-30To adjust bass, midrange or treble to the middleposition, select BASS, MID or TREB and push and holdthe AUDIO knob. The radio will produce one bee

Strany 168 - Sunroof (Option)

1-132. Make sure that thebench seat is angled so that the front hooksclear the floor pins. If the front legs are notattached correctly, the rear legs

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3-31Using RDSYour audio system is equipped with a Radio DataSystem (RDS). RDS mode gives you many useful newfeatures. With RDS, the radio can do the f

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3-32AM FM (Alternate Frequency): Alternate frequencyallows the radio to switch to a stronger station with thesame program type. Press and hold AM FM f

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3-33TRAF (Traffic): Press this button to receive trafficannouncements. The traffic announcement brackets willappear on the display. TRAF will appear o

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3-34To load more than one disc but less than six, completeSteps 1 through 3. When you have finished loadingdiscs, with the radio on or off, press the

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3-35Once the player stops and the disc is ejected, remove the disc. After removing the disc, press the PWR knoboff and then on again. This will clear

Strany 174 - Instrument Panel Cluster

3-36SCAN : To scan one disc, press and hold eitherSCAN arrow for more than two seconds until SCANappears on the display and you hear a beep. Use thisf

Strany 175 - -- Trip Odometer

3-37If you attempt to save more than 20 selections, S-LIST FULL will appear on the display.To play the song list, press the SONG LIST button. One beep

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3-38Compact Disc MessagesCHECK CD: If this message appears on the radio display, it could be due to one of the following conditions:The road is too ro

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3-39Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped)If your vehicle has this feature, you can control certainradio functions using the buttons on your stee

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3-40Understanding Radio ReceptionAMThe range for most AM stations is greater than for FM,especially at night. The longer range, however, cancause stat

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1-14Captain’s Chairs (If Equipped)CAUTION:If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move forwardin a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injuryto the

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3-41Care of Your Cassette Tape PlayerA tape player that is not cleaned regularly can causereduced sound quality, ruined cassettes or a damagedmechanis

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3-42Care of Your Compact DiscsHandle discs carefully. Store them in their original casesor other protective cases and away from direct sunlightand dus

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4-4-1Section 4 Your Driving and the RoadHere you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. We’v

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4-2Your Driving, the Road and Your VehicleWhenever we drive, we’re taking on an importantresponsibility. This is true for any motor vehicle -- passeng

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4-3Driving EnvironmentYou can also help avoid a rollover or other type of crashby being prepared for driving in inclement weather, atnight, or during

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4-4Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate onthe driving task. Anything that distracts from the driving task -- such as concentrating on

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4-5According to the American Medical Association, a180-lb. (82 kg) person who drinks three 12-ounce (355 ml) bottles of beer in an hour will end up wi

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4-6All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above0.05 percent. Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision increases sharply for drivers who

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4-7Control of a VehicleYou have three systems that make your vehicle go whereyou want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering andthe accelerator.

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4-8Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive inspurts -- heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking -- rather than keeping pace with traffic.

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1-15Removing the Captain’s Chairs1. Make sure that the seatback is in the upright position.2. Lift the seatback recliner lever to fold the seatback fo

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4-9Let’s say the road is wet and you’re driving safely.Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you. You slamon the brakes and continue braking. Here

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4-10Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you needto get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decreasestopping distance. If you get too clo

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4-11United States CanadaIf this message comes on and stays on or comes onwhile you are driving, there’s a problem with yourtraction control system.See

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4-12All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System (Option)If your vehicle has all-wheel drive (AWD), the AWDsystem operates automatically without any actionrequired by

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4-13What should you do if this ever happens? Ease up on the accelerator pedal, steer the vehicle the way you want it to go, and slow down.Speed limit

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4-14An emergency like this requires close attention and aquick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel atthe recommended 9 and 3 o’clock posit

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4-15PassingThe driver of a vehicle about to pass another on atwo-lane highway waits for just the right moment,accelerates, moves around the vehicle ah

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4-16Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder andstart your left lane change signal before moving outof the right lane to pass. When you are far e

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4-17If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your foot off theaccelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want thevehicle to go. If you start steerin

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4-18Here are some tips on night driving.Drive defensively.Don’t drink and drive.Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce theglare from headlamps b

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1-16Replacing the Captain’s ChairsCAUTION:If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move forwardin a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injuryto the

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4-19Driving in Rain and on Wet RoadsRain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wetroad, you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as well becauseyour

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4-20Driving too fast through large water puddles or evengoing through some car washes can cause problems, too.The water may affect your brakes. Try to

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4-21Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds. There just isn’t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning.The best advice is to slow down when it is

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4-22City DrivingOne of the biggest problems with city streets is theamount of traffic on them. You’ll want to watch out forwhat the other drivers are

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4-23Freeway DrivingMile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways,expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are the safestof all roads. But th

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4-24The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply.The exit speed is usually posted.Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, notto your

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4-25Highway HypnosisIs there actually such a condition as “highwayhypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis

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4-26Hill and Mountain RoadsDriving on steep hills or mountains is different fromdriving in flat or rolling terrain.If you drive regularly in steep cou

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4-27CAUTION:Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with theignition off is dangerous. Your brakes will have todo all the work of slowing down. They could

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4-28Winter DrivingHere are some tips for winter driving:Have your vehicle in good shape for winter.You may want to put winter emergency supplies inyou

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1-171. Hook the front latches over the front floor pins. 2. Push the rear of the seat down to lock the rear latches onto the rear set of floor pins.3.

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4-29Driving on Snow or IceMost of the time, those places where your tires meet theroad probably have good traction.However, if there is snow or ice be

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4-30Your anti-lock brakes improve your vehicle’s stabilitywhen you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Eventhough you have an anti-lock braking syste

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4-31Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police thatyou’ve been stopped by the snow.Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you.If you have

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4-32Then, shut the engine off and close the window almostall the way to preserve the heat. Start the engine againand repeat this only when you feel re

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4-33Dinghy TowingYour vehicle was not designed to be towed with all of itswheels on the ground. If you have a two-wheel-drivevehicle, it can be towed

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4-34Loading Your VehicleThe Certification/Tire label is found on the rear edge ofthe driver’s door.The label shows the size of your original tires and

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4-35NOTICE:Your warranty does not cover parts orcomponents that fail because of overloading.If you put things inside your vehicle -- like suitcases,to

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4-36Electronic Level Control (Option)On vehicles equipped with the optional electronic levelcontrol, the rear of the vehicle is automatically keptleve

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4-37NOTICE:Pulling a trailer improperly can damage yourvehicle and result in costly repairs not covered byyour warranty. To pull a trailer correctly,

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4-38If You Do Decide To Pull A TrailerIf you do, here are some important points:There are many different laws, including speed limitrestrictions, havi

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1-18Stowable Seat (Option)The optional stowable seat is a two passenger bench seatand comes with the rear convenience center. See “RearConvenience Cen

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4-39You can ask your dealer for our trailering information oradvice, or you can write us at:Buick Customer Assistance CenterP.O. Box 33136Detroit, MI

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4-40Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s TiresBe sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the upperlimit for cold tires. You’ll find these numbers on theCe

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4-41Driving with a TrailerCAUTION:If you have a rear-most window open and youpull a trailer with your vehicle, carbon monoxide(CO) could come into you

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4-42Following DistanceStay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as youwould when driving your vehicle without a trailer. Thiscan help you av

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4-43Turn Signals When Towing a TrailerWhen you tow a trailer, your vehicle has to have extra wiring.The arrows on your instrument panel will flashwhen

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4-44When You Are Ready to Leave AfterParking on a Hill1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal downwhile you:start your engine,shift into a gea

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5-5-1Section 5 Problems on the RoadHere you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road.5-2 Hazard Warning Flashers5-2 Other War

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5-2Hazard Warning FlashersYour hazard warning flashers let you warn others. Theyalso let police know you have a problem. Your front andrear turn signa

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5-3Jump StartingIf your battery has run down, you may want to useanother vehicle and some jumper cables to start yourvehicle. Be sure to follow the st

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5-42. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cablescan reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touchingeach other. If they are, it could cause a g

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1-19Push and pull on the seatback to make sure that it islocked into place.To raise the seatback, do one of the following:From the rear of the vehicle

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5-5CAUTION:Using a match near a battery can cause batterygas to explode. People have been hurt doing this,and some have been blinded. Use a flashlight

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5-66. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the dead battery. Use a remote positive (+)terminal if the vehicle has one.7.

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5-79. Connect the other end ofthe negative (-) cable atleast 18 inches (45 cm)away from the deadbattery, but not nearengine parts that move. The elect

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5-8Jumper Cable RemovalA. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine Part or RemoteNegative (-) TerminalB. Good Battery or Remote Positive (+) and RemoteNegative (

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5-9Towing Your VehicleConsult your dealer or a professional towing service ifyou need to have your vehicle towed. See “RoadsideAssistance” and “Recrea

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5-10If Steam Is Coming From Your EngineCAUTION:Steam from an overheated engine can burn youbadly, even if you just open the hood. Stay awayfrom the en

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5-11NOTICE:If your engine catches fire because you keepdriving with no coolant, your vehicle can bebadly damaged. The costly repairs would not becover

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5-12Cooling SystemWhen you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s whatyou’ll see:A. Radiator Pressure CapB. Electric Engine Cooling FansC. Coolant

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5-13When the engine is cold, the coolant level should be ator above the FULL COLD mark. If it isn’t, you mayhave a leak in the radiator hoses, heater

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5-14How to Add Coolant to the CoolantRecovery TankIf you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant levelisn’t at or above the FULL COLD mark, add a

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1-20Replacing the Stowable SeatDo not put the stowable seat in so that it faces rearward.The stowable seat has to go in before the rearconvenience cen

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5-15CAUTION:You can be burned if you spill coolant on hotengine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycoland it will burn if the engine parts are hoteno

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5-16How to Add Coolant to the Radiator1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressurecap and uppe

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5-17Housing Bypass Tube3. After the engine cools, open the coolant air bleed valves.There are two bleed valves. One is located on thethermostat housin

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5-186. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel theupper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for theengine cooling fans.7. By this time, th

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5-199. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the FULL COLD mark.10. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank.If a Tire Goes FlatIt’s unusual for

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5-20Changing a Flat TireIf a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damageby driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazardwarning flasher

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5-21Removing the Spare Tire and ToolsThe equipment you’ll need is located in the storagecompartment at the rear of the vehicle, on thepassenger’s side

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5-22Removing the Spare Tire (Vehicles without the Rear Convenience/Cargo Tray)The compact spare tire is located under the vehicle,ahead of the rear bu

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5-235. After removing the spare tire, turn the wrenchclockwise to raise the cable back up.Do not store a full-size or a flat road tire under thevehicl

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5-24Removing the Spare Tire (Vehicles with the Rear Convenience/Cargo Tray) (Optional)The compact spare tire is located under the vehicle,ahead of the

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1-21Safety Belts: They’re for EveryoneThis part of the manual tells you how to use safety beltsproperly. It also tells you some things you should not

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5-256. To remove the spare tire from the cable, tilt theretainer and slip it through the wheel opening.7. After removing the spare tire, turn the wren

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5-263. Loosen the cable by turning the wrenchcounterclockwise three or four turns.4. Repeat this procedure at least two times.5. If you still cannot l

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5-272. Turn the wrench counterclockwise untilapproximately 6 inches (15 cm) of cable is exposed.3. Attach the folding wrench to the jack and raise the

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5-287. Lower the jack by turning the folding wrenchcounterclockwise. Keep lowering the jack until the spare tire is resting on the folding wrench.8. G

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5-29Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire1. If there is a wheel cover, loosen the plastic nut capswith the wheel wrench. They won’t com

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5-30NOTICE:Do not place the jack under the rear axle controlarms. Only use the areas shown for proper jack location.Do not raise the vehicle yet. Put

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5-314. Attach the folding wrenchto the jack, and turn the wrench clockwise to raise the jack head 3 inches (7.6 cm).5. Raise the vehicle by turning th

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5-328. Install the spare tire and put the wheel nuts back onwith the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel.Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel

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5-33NOTICE:Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead tobrake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoidexpensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheelnuts

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5-34Storing the Spare Tire and Tools1. Lay the compact spare tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle. Position the compact spare tire so that th

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1-22You never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you don’t know if it will be a bad one.A few crashes are mild, and some crashes ca

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5-359. Make sure the tire is stored securely. Push, pull, andthen try to rotate or turn the tire. If the tire moves,use the folding wrench to tighten

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5-36Storing the Flat Tire (Vehicles without the StowableSeat and without the Rear Convenience/Cargo Tray)A. D-RingB. Wing NutC. J-HookD. Valve StemE.

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5-37Storing the Flat Tire (Vehicles with the RearConvenience/Cargo Tray) (Option)A. Rear Convenience/Cargo TrayB. Full-Size TireC. Wing NutD. J-HookE.

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5-38Storing the Flat Tire (Vehicles with the Stowable Seat) (Option)A. Rear Convenience/Cargo TrayB. Full-Size TireC. D-RingD. Stowable Seat StrapE. C

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5-39Storing the Flat Tire with the Stowable SeatbackFolded FlatA. Stowable SeatbackB. Full-Size TireC. Wing NutD. J-HookE. D-Ring1. Fold the seatback

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5-40Compact Spare TireAlthough the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time.Check the inflation p

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5-41All-Wheel Drive (Option)NOTICE:After installing a compact spare tire on a vehiclewith all-wheel drive you will need to drive withlight to moderate

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5-42NOTICE:Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of yourvehicle as well as the tires. If you spin the wheelstoo fast while shifting your transaxle ba

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6-6-1Section 6 Service and Appearance CareHere you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with service and fuel inf

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6-2ServiceYour dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you tobe happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer forall your service needs. You’ll get

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1-23Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The riderdoesn’t stop.

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6-3CAUTION:You can be injured and your vehicle could bedamaged if you try to do service work on avehicle without knowing enough about it.Be sure you h

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6-4Gasoline SpecificationsIt is recommended that gasoline meet specificationswhich were developed by the American AutomobileManufacturers Association

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6-5AdditivesSome gasolines that are not reformulated for lowemissions may contain an octane-enhancing additivecalled methylcyclopentadienyl manganese

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6-6Filling Your TankCAUTION:Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burnsviolently, and that can cause very bad injuries.Don’t smoke if you’re near gas

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6-7CAUTION:If you get gasoline on yourself and thensomething ignites it, you could be badly burned.Gasoline can spray out on you if you open thefuel c

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6-8Filling a Portable Fuel ContainerCAUTION:Never fill a portable fuel container while it is inyour vehicle. Static electricity discharge from thecont

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6-9Hood ReleaseTo open the hood, do the following:1. Pull the hood release handle, located on the driver’sside under the instrument panel.2. Go to the

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6-10Engine Compartment OverviewWhen you lift the hood, you’ll see these items:A. Underhood Fuse and Relay CenterB. Remote Positive (+) TerminalC. Powe

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6-11Before closing the hood be sure that all of the filler caps are on properly, then let the hood down and close it firmly.Engine OilUnited States Ca

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6-12Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes todrain back into the oil pan. If you don’t, the oil dipstickmight not show the actual level.

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1-24The person keeps going until stopped by something.In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ...or the instrument panel ...

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6-13What Kind of Engine Oil to UseOils recommended for your vehicle can be identified bylooking for the starburst symbol.This symbol indicates that th

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6-14As in the chart shown previously, SAE 5W-30 is best foryour vehicle. However, you can use SAE 10W-30 if it’sgoing to be 0 F (-18 C) or above. Thes

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6-15How to Reset the Change Engine Oil MessageIf your vehicle does not have the optional DriverInformation Center (DIC), do the following:1. With the

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6-16Engine Air Cleaner/FilterThe engine air cleaner/filter is located at the front of theengine compartment on the driver’s side of the vehicle,under

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6-17CAUTION:Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filteroff can cause you or others to be burned. The aircleaner not only cleans the air, it stops

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6-18The access panel for the passenger compartment airfilter is located in the back of the glove box.1. Open the glove box.2. Squeeze the tab on the l

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6-195. Replace the filters by reversing Step 4. Make surethe filters are inserted so that the sealing foam isangled in the same direction on both filt

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6-20How to CheckBecause this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at the dealership service department.If you do it y

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6-21Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps:The dipstick is locatedtoward the back of theengine compartment, nextto the brake master

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6-22How to Add FluidRefer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine whatkind of transaxle fluid to use. See “RecommendedFluids and Lubricants” in the I

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1-25or 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

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6-23All-Wheel Drive (Option)If you have an all-wheel-drive vehicle, be sure to perform the lubricant checks described in this section. However, they h

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6-24Carrier Assembly-Differential (Rear Drive Module)When to Check and Change LubricantRefer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine howoften to chec

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6-25Engine CoolantThe cooling system in your vehicle is filled withDEX-COOL engine coolant. This coolant is designedto remain in your vehicle for 5 y

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6-26What to UseUse a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water andone-half DEX-COOL coolant which won’t damagealuminum parts. If you use this coolan

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6-27Checking CoolantThe vehicle must be on a level surface. When yourengine is cold, the coolant level should be at FULLCOLD, or a little higher. When

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6-28Radiator Pressure CapNOTICE:Your radiator cap is a 15 psi (105 kPa)pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed toprevent coolant loss and poss

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6-29When to Check Power Steering FluidIt is not necessary to regularly check power steeringfluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system oryo

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6-30Adding Washer FluidThe windshield washer fluidreservoir is located in theengine compartment on thepassenger’s side of thevehicle, near the fuse an

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6-31BrakesBrake FluidYour brake master cylinder is located on the driver’sside of the engine compartment.Your brake master cylinder reservoir is fille

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6-32CAUTION:If you have too much brake fluid, it can spill onthe engine. The fluid will burn if the engine is hot enough. You or others could be burne

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1-26Q: If I’m 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’re in anacci

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6-33NOTICE:Using the wrong fluid can badly damagebrake system parts. For example, just a fewdrops of mineral-based oil, such as engineoil, in your bra

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6-34Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brakesqueal when the brakes are first applied or lightlyapplied. This does not mean something is w

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6-35Vehicle StorageIf you’re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more, remove the black, negative (-) cable from the battery. This will hel

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6-36Headlamps1. Open the hood.2. Push in on the headlamppanel and lift up theheadlamp retaining clip partway, but do not remove.3. Undo the wing stud

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6-378. Unhook the electrical connector by lifting up thegray tabs and separate the connector from the bulb base.9. Install the new bulb into the elect

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6-38Front Turn Signal/Parking/Sidemarker LampsTo replace the front turn signal, parking or sidemarkerlamp bulbs, follow the headlamp bulb replacementp

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6-39Outboard Taillamps, Brake Lamps andTurn Signals1. Open the liftgate.2. Remove the two screws on the inboard taillamp panel.3. Pull the lamp direct

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6-404. Pull up the release clip, located at the connectingpoint of the blade and the arm. Then, pull the bladeassembly down toward the glass to remove

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6-41TiresYour new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made bya leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questionsabout your tire warranty and whe

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6-42Inflation -- Tire PressureThe Certification/Tire label, which is on the rear edge ofthe driver’s door, shows the correct inflation pressuresfor yo

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1-273. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you.Don’t let it get twisted.The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt acrossyou very qu

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6-43Check Tire Pressure System (If Equipped)The check tire pressure system can alert you to a largechange in the pressure of one tire. The system won’

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6-44Don’t reset the check tire pressure system without firstcorrecting the cause of the problem and checking andadjusting the pressure in all four tir

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6-45When rotating your tires, always use the correct rotationpattern shown here.Don’t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation.After the t

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6-46When It’s Time for New TiresOne way to tell when it’stime for new tires is tocheck the treadwearindicators, which willappear when your tires haveo

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6-47CAUTION:Mixing tires could cause you to lose control whiledriving. If you mix tires of different sizes or types(radial and bias-belted tires), the

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6-48TreadwearThe treadwear grade is a comparative rating based onthe wear rate of the tire when tested under controlledconditions on a specified gover

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6-49Wheel Alignment and Tire BalanceThe wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balancedcarefully at the factory to give you the longest tire lifeand

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6-50Used Replacement WheelsCAUTION:Putting a used wheel on your vehicle isdangerous. You can’t know how it’s been used orhow far it’s been driven. It

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6-51NOTICE:If your vehicle has a tire size other thanP215/705R16 size tires, use tire chains only wherelegal and only when you must. Use only SAEClass

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6-52Cleaning the Inside of Your VehicleUse a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loosedirt. Wipe vinyl, leather, plastic and painted surfacesw

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1-28The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug onthe hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this appliesforce to the strong pelvic bone

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6-533. If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine, treat the area with a water/baking soda solution: 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of baking soda to 1 cup (

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6-54Cleaning Interior Plastic ComponentsUse only a mild soap and water solution on a soft cloth or sponge. Commercial cleaners may affect thesurface f

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6-55Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield,Backglass and Wiper BladesIf the windshield is not clear after using the windshieldwasher, or if the wiper

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6-56Cleaning Exterior Lamps/LensesUse only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a carwashing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Followinstru

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6-57Cleaning Aluminum orChrome-Plated Wheels (If Equipped)Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth withmild soap and water. Rinse with clean wa

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6-58Finish DamageAny stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finishshould be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrodequickly and may devel

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6-59GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials

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6-60Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears ona plate in the front corner of the instrument panel

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6-61Electrical SystemAdd-On Electrical EquipmentNOTICE:Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicleunless you check with your dealer first. Someelect

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6-62Fuses and Circuit BreakersThe wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected fromshort circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakersand fusi

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1-29Shoulder Belt Height AdjusterBefore you begin to drive, move the shoulder beltadjuster to the height that is right for you.To move it down, push d

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6-63Fuses Usage1 Fuse Puller2 Steering Wheel Radio Controls3 Power Door Locks4 Spare5 Spare6 Spare7 Spare8 Spare9 Spare10 Turn Signal and Hazard Lamp

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6-64Fuses Usage35 Power Windows36 Map Lamps, Courtesy Lamps andInstrument Panel Lights37 Radio38 UQ3 Radio Amplifier39 Head-Up Display40 Hazard Flashe

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6-65Mini Fuses Usage1 Fuel Pump2 Air Conditioning Compressor Clutch3 Horn4 Engine Controls - Emissions and Sensors5 Power Control Module (PCM) - Batte

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6-66Mini Fuses Usage24 Spare25 Spare26 Front Fog Lamps27 Ignition Relay, Neutral Start Switch, Powertrain Control Module (PCM)28 Battery Control Modul

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6-67Maxi Breaker Usage49 SpareMicro Relay Usage50 Horn51 Fuel Pump52 Air Conditioning Clutch53 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)54 Low-Beam Headlamps55 Park

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6-68Replacement BulbsFor any bulb not listed here contact your dealer.HeadlampsHigh-beam 9005. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Low

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6-69Rear Axle Differential Capacity 2.1 quarts (1.9 L). . . . . . . . . . Transfer Case Fluid Capacity 0.6 pints (290 ml). . . . . Cooling System With

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7-7-1Section 7 Maintenance ScheduleThis section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safe

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7-2Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plansupplements your new vehicle warranties. See yourWarranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your d

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7-3How This Section is OrganizedThis maintenance schedule is divided into five parts:“Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” explainswhat to have don

Strany 357 - Engine Compartment Overview

1-30Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearlyas much protection this way.CAUTION:You can be seriously hurt if

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7-4Part A: Scheduled Maintenance ServicesUsing Your Maintenance ScheduleWe at General Motors want to help you keep yourvehicle in good working conditi

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Scheduled Maintenance7-5The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles(166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles(166 000 km) at the

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Scheduled Maintenance7-6Engine Oil and Chassis LubricationScheduled MaintenanceChange engine oil and filter as indicated by the GMOil Life System (or

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Scheduled Maintenance7-7

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Scheduled Maintenance7-97,500 Miles (12 500 km)All-wheel drive/drive axle service. If your vehicle is used to pull a trailer,change the rear axle flui

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Scheduled Maintenance7-1030,000 Miles (50 000 km)If Equipped: Replace passenger compartment air filter. If you drive regularlyunder dusty conditions,

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Scheduled Maintenance7-1145,000 Miles (75 000 km)Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary

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Scheduled Maintenance7-1252,500 Miles (87 500 km)Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additio

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Scheduled Maintenance7-1375,000 Miles (125 000 km)Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessar

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1-31Q: What’s 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

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Scheduled Maintenance7-1490,000 Miles (150 000 km)If Equipped: Replace passenger compartment air filter. If you drive regularlyunder dusty conditions,

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Scheduled Maintenance7-15100,000 Miles (166 000 km)Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Ser

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7-16Part B: Owner Checks and ServicesListed in this part are owner checks and services whichshould be performed at the intervals specified to helpensu

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7-17At Least Twice a YearRestraint System CheckMake sure the safety belt reminder light and all yourbelts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and ancho

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7-18At Least Once a YearKey Lock Cylinders ServiceLubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricantspecified in Part D.Body Lubrication ServiceLubri

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7-19Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System CheckCAUTION:When you are doing this check, the vehicle couldmove suddenly. If it does, you or other

Strany 375 - Power Steering Fluid

7-20Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle PARK (P)Mechanism CheckCAUTION:When you are doing this check, your vehiclecould begin to move. You or others

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7-21Part C: Periodic Maintenance InspectionsListed in this part are inspections and services whichshould be performed at least twice a year (for insta

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7-22Throttle System InspectionInspect the throttle system for interference or binding,and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts asneeded. Replac

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7-23Part D: Recommended Fluids and LubricantsFluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your de

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1-32Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The belt is over an armrest.CAUTION:You can be seriously injured if your belt goesover an armrest like this. The belt

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7-24USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANTChassisLubricationChassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirementsof NLGI # 2, Catego

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7-25Part E: Maintenance RecordAfter the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in theboxes

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7-26Maintenance RecordDATEODOMETERREADINGSERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED

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8-8-1Section 8 Customer Assistance InformationHere you will find out how to contact Buick if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to o

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8-2Customer Satisfaction ProcedureYour satisfaction and goodwill are important to yourdealer and to Buick. Normally, any concerns with thesales transa

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8-3STEP TWO -- If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further hel

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8-4You may contact the BBB using the toll-free telephonenumber or write them at the following address:BBB Auto LineCouncil of Better Business Bureaus,

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8-5CanadaGeneral Motors of Canada LimitedCustomer Communication Centre, 163-0051908 Colonel Sam DriveOshawa, Ontario L1H 8P71-800-263-3777 (English)1-

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8-6Roadside AssistanceBuick Motor Division is proud to offer Buick PremiumRoadside Assistance to customers for vehicles coveredunder the 3 year/36,000

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8-7We have quick, easy access to telephone numbers of thefollowing additional services depending on your needs:HotelsGlass replacementTire repair faci

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1-33Q: What’s 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

Strany 391 - Tire Inspection and Rotation

8-8Courtesy TransportationBuick has always exemplified quality and value in itsoffering of motor vehicles. To enhance your ownershipexperience, we and

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8-9Public Transportation or Fuel ReimbursementIf your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs,reimbursement up to $30 per day (five days maximum)m

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8-10Canadian Vehicles: For warranty repairs during theComplete Vehicle Coverage period of the GeneralMotors of Canada New Vehicle Limited Warranty,alt

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8-11REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENTIf you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehiclehas a safety defect, you should immedia

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1-34Q: What’s 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 wouldn’t

Strany 398 - Appearance Care

1-35To 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

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1-36The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in

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1-37Air Bag SystemsThis part explains the frontal and side impact air bag systems.Your vehicle has four air bags -- a frontal air bag for the driver,

Strany 402 - Weatherstrips

1-38CAUTION:Both frontal and side impact air bags inflate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If you’re too close to an inflating air b

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1-39There is an air bagreadiness light on theinstrument panel,which shows the airbag symbol.The system checks the air bag electrical system formalfunc

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1-40The right front passenger’s frontal air bag is in theinstrument panel on the passenger’s side.The driver’s side impact air bag is in the side of t

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1-41The right front passenger’s side impact air bag is in theside of the passenger’s seatback closest to the door.CAUTION:If something is between an o

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1-42When should an air bag inflate?The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal air bagsare designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal orne

Strany 407 - Engine Identification

1-43How does an air bag restrain?In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions,even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the

Strany 408 - Electrical System

1-44In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag,windshields are broken by vehicle deformation.Additional windshield breakage may also occur fr

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1-45Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped VehicleAir bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced.There are parts of the air bag systems in several place

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1-46Remove the shoulder belt from its stowage location inthe roof and pull it all the way down to the lap belt.Insert the metal knob on the shoulder b

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1-47To make the lap belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pull italong the belt. To make the belt shorter, pull its free endas shown until the belt is

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1-48Rear Seat PassengersIt’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up!Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rearseat are hu

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1-49Lap-Shoulder BeltThe positions next to the windows have lap-shoulderbelts. Here’s how to wear one properly.1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the

Strany 415 - Capacities and Specifications

1-503. 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

Strany 416 - Replacement Parts

1-51The safety belt locks if there’s a sudden stop or a crash,or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor.Each position next to the wind

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1-52Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides forChildren and Small AdultsYour vehicle may have rear shoulder belt comfortguides. This feature will provide adde

Strany 418 - Introduction

1-53For second row outside positions do the following:1. Remove the guide from its storage clip located onthe sidewall next to the outer side of each

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1-544. Buckle, position and release the safety belt asdescribed in “Rear Seat Passenger Positions” earlierin this section. Make sure that the shoulder

Strany 420 - Maintenance Services

1-55For second row center position do the following:1. Remove the elastic cord from under the headrestraint of the second row driver’s side position.2

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1-56ChildrenEveryone in a vehicle needs protection! This includesinfants and all other children. Neither the distancetraveled nor the age and size of

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1-57CAUTION: (Continued)For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h),a 12-lb. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a240-lb. (110 kg) force on a pers

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1-58Q: What are the different types of add-on child restraints?A: Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by thevehicle’s owner, are available in

Strany 425 - 22,500 Miles (37 500 km)

1-59CAUTION: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’s

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1-60A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in p

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1-61A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designed toimprove the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Some booster seats have a shoulder belt

Strany 428 - 67,500 Miles (112 500 km)

1-62When choosing a child restraint, be sure the childrestraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it will have a label saying that it mee

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1-63Top StrapSome child restraints have a top strap, or “top tether.” It can help restrain the child restraint during a collision.For it to work, a to

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1-64Anchor the top strap to one of the following anchorpoints. Be sure to use an anchor point located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating p

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1-65Second Row Outside Positions Bench Seat Second Row Center Position Bench Seatwithout Third Row Seat

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1-66Second Row Center Position Bench Seatwith Third Row SeatSecond Row Center Position Bench Seatwith Third Row Seat Folded Down

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1-67Third Row Passenger’s Side Outside PositionLower Anchorages and Top Tethers forChildren (LATCH System)Your vehicle has the LATCH system. You’ll fi

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viGENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, BUICK,and the BUICK Emblem are registered trademarks andthe name RENDEZVOUS is a trademark of GeneralMotors Corpo

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1-68In order to use the system, you need either aforward-facing child restraint that has attaching points (B) at its base and a top tether anchor (C),

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1-69CAUTION:If a LATCH-type child restraint isn’t attached toits anchorage points, the restraint won’t be ableto protect a child sitting there. In a c

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1-70Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat PositionIf your child restraint is equipped with the LATCHsystem, see “Lower Anchorages and Top

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1-71Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed.If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child’s face or neck, put it behind the child restrain

Strany 439 - Part D: Recommended Fluids

1-724. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt whileyou push down on the child restraint. If you’re usinga forward-facing child restraint, y

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1-731. Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latchplate and pulling it along the belt.2. Put the restraint on the seat.3. Run the vehicle’s

Strany 441 - Maintenance Record

1-74To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’ssafety belt. When you remove the child restraint, be sure to reconnect the lap and shoul

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1-753. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulderportions of the vehicle’s safety belt through or aroundthe restraint. The child restraint

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1-765. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt whileyou push down on the child restraint. You may find ithelpful to use your knee to push do

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1-77Older ChildrenOlder children who have outgrown booster seats shouldwear the vehicle’s safety belts.Q: What is the proper way to wear safety belts?

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viiAbout Driving Your VehicleAs with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or an accide

Strany 446 - Customer Assistance Offices

1-78CAUTION:Never do this.Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spread the impact forces.In a crash, the two children c

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1-79CAUTION:Never do this.Here a child is sitting in a seat that has alap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behindthe child. If the child wears

Strany 448 - Roadside Assistance

1-80Checking Your Restraint SystemsNow and then, make sure the safety belt reminder lightand all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors andanch

Strany 449 - Canadian Roadside Assistance

2-2-1Section 2 Features and ControlsHere you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting,shif

Strany 450 - Courtesy Transportation

2-2WindowsCAUTION:Leaving children in a vehicle with the windowsclosed is dangerous. A child can be overcome bythe extreme heat and can suffer permane

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2-3Power WindowsSwitches on the driver’s door armrest control each of thewindows when the ignition is in ON, ACCESSORY, orwhen retained accessory powe

Strany 452 - STATES GOVERNMENT

2-4KeysCAUTION:Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignitionkey is dangerous for many reasons. A child orothers could be badly injured or even kille

Strany 453 - GENERAL MOTORS

2-5The key can be used for theignition as well as all thedoor locks, the floor consoleand the glovebox.If you need a new key, contact your dealer, who

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2-6Door LocksCAUTION:Unlocked doors can be dangerous.Passengers -- especially children -- caneasily open the doors and fall out of amoving vehicle. Wh

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2-7Power Door LocksThe power door lock switchis located on the driver’sand front passenger’s doorsnext to the door handle.Press the front of the switc

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