Cadillac 2008 DTS User Manual

Seats and Restraint Systems... 1-1Front Seats... 1-2Rear Seats...

Power Reclining SeatbacksYour seats have powerreclining seatbacks.Use the vertical powerseat control locatedon the outboard sideof the seat.• To recli

Engine Coolant HeaterThe engine coolant heater, if available, can help in coldweather conditions at or below 0°F (−18°C) for easierstarting and better

Automatic Transmission OperationThe automatic transmission may have a shift leverlocated either on the steering column or on the consolebetween the se

REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up.Notice: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicleis moving forward could damage the transmission.The repairs wo

DRIVE (D) can be used for towing. You may want toshift the transmission to THIRD (3) or, if necessary,to a lower gear if the transmission shifts too o

Parking BrakeThe parking brake pedal islocated to the left of theregular brake pedal,near the driver’s door.To set the parking brake, hold the regular

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 theEngine Running{CAUTION:It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle withthe engine running. Your vehicle could movesuddenly

Shifting Out of PARK (P)Automatic Transmission Shift LockThis vehicle has an electronic shift lock release system.The shift lock release is designed t

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

{CAUTION:Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicleis in motion can be dangerous. Even if youbuckle up, your safety belts cannot do theirjob whe

MirrorsAutomatic Dimming Rearview Mirrorwith Intellibeam™, OnStar®, andCompassYour vehicle may have an automatic dimming rearviewmirror with OnStar®an

Compass VarianceThe mirror is set to zone eight upon leaving the factory.It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensatefor compass variance

Cleaning the MirrorWhen cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or similarmaterial dampened with glass cleaner. Do not sprayglass cleaner directly on t

Compass VarianceThe zone is set to zone eight upon leaving the factory.It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensatefor compass variance if

Cleaning the MirrorWhen cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or similarmaterial dampened with glass cleaner. Do not sprayglass cleaner directly on t

Outside Power Foldaway MirrorsYour vehicle’s mirrorcontrols are located onthe driver’s door armrest.• Press (A) to select the driver’s side mirror. Th

Resetting the Power Foldaway MirrorsYou will need to reset the power foldaway mirrors if thefollowing occurs:• They are accidentally manually folded/u

Outside Convex Mirror{CAUTION:A convex mirror can make things (like othervehicles) look farther away than they really are.If you cut too sharply into

Object Detection SystemsUltrasonic Front and Rear ParkingAssist (UFRPA)If your vehicle has the Ultrasonic Front and Rear ParkingAssist (UFRPA) system,

The front display is located on top of the instrumentpanel to the right of the driver. The front display will haveeither three or six lights to provid

To raise a front seat headrestraint, pull up on therestraint. To lower it, pressthe button, located onthe top of the seatback,and push the headrestrai

Moving ForwardWhen the vehicle is started, the front display will brieflyilluminate to let you know the system is working.The following describes what

When the System Does Not Seem toWork Properly• The driver disables the system.• The parking brake pedal is depressed.• The ultrasonic sensors are not

This indicates that it may be unsafe for you to changelanes. Before making a lane change, always check theSBZA display, check the outside and rearview

How the System WorksWhen the vehicle is started, both outside mirror displayswill briefly come on to indicate that the system isoperating. When you are

SBZA Error MessagesThe following messages may appear in the DIC:SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT SYSTEM OFF: Thismessage indicates that the driver has turned the

CAUTION: (Continued)LDW will indicate the system is workingwhenever it detects either the left or right lanemarking. So if you depart on the side of t

If the LDW symbol does not appear, LDW is notcurrently operating and will not warn you.If you would like to change the volume of the warningchime, see

OnStar®SystemOnStar uses several innovative technologies and liveadvisors to provide you with a wide range of safety,security, information, and conven

Available Services with Safe & Sound Plan•Automatic Notification of Airbag Deployment• Advanced Automatic Crash Notification (AACN)(If equipped)• Li

OnStar Steering Wheel ControlsYour vehicle may have a Talk/Mute button that canbe used to interact with OnStar Hands-Free Calling.See Audio Steering W

Rear SeatsHeated SeatsYour vehicle may have heated rear seats.To operate the rear heated seats, the ignition mustbe on.The buttons are locatedon the r

Universal Home RemoteSystemThe Universal Home Remote System provides a way toreplace up to three hand-held Radio-Frequency (RF)transmitters used to ac

Be sure to keep the original remote control transmitter foruse in other vehicles, as well as, for future programming.You only need the original remote

2. Locate in the garage, the garage door openerreceiver (motor-head unit). Locate the “Learn” or“Smart” button. It can usually be found where thehangi

Programming Universal HomeRemote — Fixed CodeIf you have questions or need help programming theUniversal Home Remote System, call 1-866-572-2728or go

Your garage door opener receiver (motor head unit)may also have a row of dip switches that can be usedwhen programming the Universal Home Remote. Ifth

2. Write down the eight to 12 switch settings from leftto right as follows:• When a switch is in the up position, write “Left.”• When a switch is in t

5. After entering all of the switch positions, again,firmly press and release all three buttons at thesame time. The indicator lights will turn on.6. P

Storage AreasGlove BoxTo open, lift the handle up. Use the key to lock andunlock.Cupholder(s)There are cupholders located in the full floor console, or

Center Flex Storage UnitYour vehicle may have a center flex storage unit thatincludes a front center seat with a lap belt and anunderseat storage compa

SunroofThe vehicle may have a power sunroof.The switches that operatethe sunroof are located onthe overhead console.To open or close the sunroof, the

Power LumbarYour vehicle may be equipped with four-way lumbarsupport, without the massage feature, for the outboardrear seat positions.The rear lumbar

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

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ...3-51Instrument Panel Cluster ...3-52Speedometer and Odometer ...

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Instrument Panel OverviewConsole-Shift Model shown, Column-Shift Model similar3-4

The main components of the instrument panel are the following:A. Air Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-46.B. Driver Information Center (DIC) Bu

Hazard Warning FlashersThe hazard warning flashers let you warn the policeand others that you have a problem. The front andrear turn signal lamps will

Power Tilt Wheel and TelescopicSteering ColumnIf your vehicle has thisfeature, the power tiltand telescope wheelcontrol is located onthe outboard side

Turn Signal/Multifunction LeverThe lever on the left side of the steering columnincludes the following:• GTurn and Lane-Change Signals. See Turn andLa

Arrows that flash rapidly when signaling for a turn orlane change may be caused by a burned out signalbulb. Other drivers will not see the turn signal.

{CAUTION:It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargoarea, inside or outside of a vehicle. In acollision, people riding in these areas aremore likely

The Forward Collision Alert (FCA) system providesan audible and visual alert if you approach a vehicle tooquickly that is directly ahead. FCA also pro

{CAUTION:• On winding roads, FCA may not detecta vehicle ahead. You could crash into avehicle ahead of you. Do not rely on FCAon winding roads.• When

Detecting the Vehicle AheadThe vehicle ahead symbol, located next to the FCAsymbol, will only appear when a vehicle ahead of you isdetected in your pa

Cleaning the SystemThe radar can become blocked by snow, ice, or dirt.If so, you may need to turn off the engine and cleanthe lens. See “Cleaning the

Rainsense™ II WipersIf your vehicle has this feature, the moisture sensor ismounted on the interior side of the windshield behind therearview mirror.

Windshield Washer{CAUTION:In freezing weather, do not use your washeruntil the windshield is warmed. Otherwise thewasher fluid can form ice on the wind

Cruise ControlWith cruise control, you can maintain a speed ofapproximately 25 mph (40 km/h) or more withoutkeeping your foot on the accelerator. This

The cruise controlbuttons are locatedon left side of thesteering wheel.I(On): This position turns on the system.+ RES (Resume/Accelerate): Press this

Increasing Speed While UsingCruise ControlThere are two ways to go to a higher speed:• Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higherspeed. Press the

Using Cruise Control on HillsHow well your cruise control works on hills dependsupon the vehicle speed, load, and the steepness ofthe hills. When goin

Why Safety Belts WorkWhen you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes.Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it is just a seaton wheels.Put some

Adaptive Cruise Control is an enhancement totraditional cruise control. It allows you to keepcruise control engaged in moderate traffic conditionswith

CAUTION: (Continued)•Adaptive Cruise Control may not have timeto slow your vehicle enough to avoid acrash when you are driving in conditionswhere vehi

+GAP (Increase Following Distance): Press thisbutton to increase the distance between your vehicleand other vehicles.−GAP (Decrease Following Distance

Increasing Set Speed While UsingAdaptive Cruise ControlThere are two ways to increase the set speed:• Use the accelerator to get to the higher speed.P

There are six follow distances to choose from.The follow distance selection ranges from near to far(one second to two seconds follow time). The distan

Approaching and Following a VehicleThe Vehicle Aheadsymbol is located on thetop of the instrument panelto the right of the driver.The Vehicle Ahead sy

Stationary or Very Slow-Moving Objects{CAUTION:Adaptive Cruise Control may not detect andreact to stationary or slow-moving vehicles orother objects a

{CAUTION:If you rest your foot on the accelerator pedal,the system will not automatically apply thebrakes. You could crash into a vehicle aheadof you.

Adaptive Cruise Control may detect a vehicle that isnot in your lane and apply the brakes.Adaptive Cruise Control may, occasionally, provide adriver a

Using Adaptive Cruise Control on Hillsand When Towing a TrailerHow well Adaptive Cruise Control will work on hillsand when towing a trailer depends on

Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle.The rider does not stop.The person keeps going until stopped by something.In a real vehicle, it could be the

Exterior LampsThe exterior lampscontrol is located onthe instrument panelto the left of thesteering wheel.It controls the following systems:• Headlamp

IntelliBeam™ Intelligent High-BeamHeadlamp Control SystemIf your vehicle has this feature, be sure to read thisentire section before using it.IntelliB

• The exterior lamp control is turned to any settingexcept AUTO.When this occurs, IntelliBeam™ is disabled until thecontrol is turned back to the AUTO

Cleaning the IntelliBeam™ Light SensorThe light sensor islocated on the inside ofthe vehicle in front ofthe inside rearview mirror.Clean the light sen

When DRL are on, no other exterior lamps such asthe parking lamps, taillamps, etc. will be on when theDRL are being used. The instrument panel will no

Cornering LampsThe cornering lamps come on when the headlampsor parking lamps are on and you signal a turn withthe multifunction lever. They provide m

Entry LightingThis feature turns on the courtesy lamps and thebacklighting for the door switches and the exteriorlamp control when a door is opened or

Battery Load ManagementThe battery load management feature is designed tomonitor the vehicle’s electrical load and determinewhen the battery is in a h

EPM works to prevent excessive discharge of thebattery. It does this by balancing the generator’s outputand the vehicle’s electrical needs. It can inc

There are two accessory power outlets in the rearseat area located on the door armrests next to theashtrays.There may be a small cap that must be remo

or the instrument panel... or the safety belts!With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does.You get more time to stop. You stop over moredista

Rear AshtrayThe ashtrays are located on the door armrests.To use an ashtray, lift the lid.Analog ClockThe analog clock is located on the instrumentpan

Automatic OperationAUTO 9(Automatic Fan): When this position isselected on the fan control, the system adjusts the fanspeed. If the OnStar®system is a

If the AUTO position is selected on the fan or modecontrol, the system automatically controls the airconditioning compressor. The A/C compressor willr

F(Vent): Turn the control to this mode to direct air tothe instrument panel outlets.*(Bi-Level): Turn the control to this mode to directapproximately

PASS (Passenger’s Climate Control): Press thisbutton to turn the passenger’s climate control systemson or off. When the passenger’s climate control sy

There is also an interiortemperature sensorlocated next to the steeringwheel that measures thetemperature of the airinside your vehicle.There is also

0 (Defrost): Turn the control to this mode to directmost of the air to the windshield and the side windowoutlets. In this mode, the system automatical

Rear Climate Control SystemIf your vehicle has a rear climate control system,the rear seat passengers can adjust the direction ofthe airflow, fan speed

Automatic Operation«A ª(Fan): Press this button until AUTO appearson the display to place the system in automaticmode. When automatic operation is act

The access panel for the passenger compartment airfilter is located under the hood near the windshield,on the passenger’s side of the vehicle.To access

Questions and Answers AboutSafety BeltsQ: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a crash ifI am wearing a safety belt?A: You could be — whether you ar

2. Then, insert a tool behind the push pin locatedon the inboard side of the air filter compartmentto carefully pry the pin out.3. To remove the air fil

Warning Lights, Gages,and IndicatorsThis part describes the warning lights and gages thatmay be on your vehicle. The pictures will help youlocate them

Instrument Panel ClusterThe instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You will know howfast you ar

Speedometer and OdometerThe speedometer lets you see your speed in bothmiles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h).See “MPH (km)” under DIC Op

Safety Belt RemindersSafety Belt Reminder LightWhen the engine is started, a chime will come on forseveral seconds to remind people to fasten their sa

Airbag Readiness LightThere is an airbag readiness light on the instrumentpanel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. Thesystem checks the airbag’s

Passenger Airbag Status IndicatorYour vehicle has the passenger sensing system.Your overhead console has a passenger airbagstatus indicator.When you s

{CAUTION:Even though the passenger sensing system isdesigned to turn off the right front passenger’sfrontal airbag and seat-mounted side impactairbag

Charging System LightThis light will come onbriefly when you turnon the ignition, butthe engine is not running,as a check to showyou it is working.It s

When the ignition is on, the brake system warning lightwill also come on when you set your parking brake.The light will stay on if your parking brake

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How to Wear Safety Belts ProperlyThis section is only for people of adult size.Be aware that there are special things to know aboutsafety belts and ch

Traction Control System (TCS)Warning LightThe traction controlsystem warning lightshould come on brieflywhen the engineis started.If the warning light

Lane Departure Warning LightYour vehicle may havethe lane departurewarning system.This light will come on green, briefly, when the vehicleis started to

Engine Coolant Temperature GageThis gage showsthe engine coolanttemperature.It indicates when the engine has warmed up and ifthe cooling system is ope

Malfunction Indicator LampCheck Engine LightA computer system called OBD II (On-BoardDiagnostics-Second Generation) monitors operation ofthe fuel, ign

If the Light is FlashingThe following can prevent more serious damage toyour vehicle:• Reduce vehicle speed.• Avoid hard accelerations.• Avoid steep u

Have you recently changed brands of fuel?If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. SeeGasoline Octane on page 5-5. Poor fuel quality caus

Oil Pressure Light{CAUTION:Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low.If you do, your engine can become so hot thatit catches fire. You or others c

Lights On ReminderThis light comes onwhenever the parkinglamps are on.See Exterior Lamps on page 3-30 for more information.Cruise Control LightThis li

Fuel GageThe fuel gage showsapproximately howmuch fuel is in the tank.It works only whenthe engine is on.If the fuel supply gets low, the FUEL LEVEL L

DIC Operation and DisplaysThe Driver InformationCenter (DIC) has differentdisplays which can beaccessed by pressing theDIC buttons located onthe instr

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

FUEL RANGEThis display shows the approximate number ofremaining miles (mi) or kilometers (km) you can drivewithout refilling the fuel tank. This estima

AVERAGE SPEEDThis display shows the average speed of the vehicle ineither miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (km/h).This average is calculate

UNITSThis display allows you to select between English orMetric units of measurement. Once in this display,press the set/reset button to select betwee

If the tire pressure display shows dashes instead of avalue, there may be a problem with your vehicle. If thisconsistently occurs, see your dealer/ret

BATTERY SAVER ACTIVEThis message displays when the system detects thatthe battery voltage is dropping beyond a reasonablelevel. The battery saver syst

CLEAN SIDE BLIND ZONEALERT SYSTEMIf your vehicle has the Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)system, this message displays when the SBZA systemis disabled bec

ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINENotice: If you drive your vehicle while the engineis overheating, severe engine damage may occur.If an overheat warning a

FOLLOWING GAPThis symbol appears with this message.If your vehicle has Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC),this message displays to show the follow distance

HEATING WASH (Washer) FLUIDWASH (Washer) WIPES PENDINGThis message displays when you turn on the heatedwasher fluid system. See “Heated Washer Fluid” u

NO CRUISE BRAKING GASPEDAL APPLIEDThis message displays when the Adaptive CruiseControl (ACC) is engaged and you are pressing theaccelerator pedal eno

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The lap belt is too loose. It will not give as muchprotection this way.{CAUTION:You can be seriously hurt if your lap be

RADAR CRUISE NOT READYThis message displays when the Adaptive CruiseControl (ACC) system will not activate due to atemporary condition. Your vehicle d

SERVICE AIR BAGThis message displays when there is a problem withthe airbag system. Have your vehicle serviced by yourdealer/retailer immediately. See

SERVICE PARKING ASSISTIf your vehicle has the Ultrasonic Front and RearParking Assist (UFRPA) system, this message displaysif there is a problem with

SERVICE SUSPENSION SYS (System)This message displays when the magnetic ridecontrol or automatic leveling control system is notoperating properly. Have

SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERTSYSTEM OFFIf your vehicle has the Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)system, this message displays when the SBZAsystem has been turned o

TIRE LEARNING ACTIVEThis message displays when the Tire Pressure MonitorSystem (TPMS) is re-learning the tire positions onyour vehicle. The tire posit

TURN SIGNAL ONThis message displays as a reminder to turn off theturn signal if you drive your vehicle for more than about1 mile (1.6 km) with a turn

Entering the Feature Settings Menu1. Turn the ignition on and place the vehicle inPARK (P).To avoid excessive drain on the battery, it isrecommended t

AUTO DOOR LOCKThis feature allows you to select when the vehicle’sdoors will automatically lock. See ProgrammableAutomatic Door Locks on page 2-11 for

REMOTE DOOR LOCKThis feature allows you to select the type of feedbackyou will receive when locking the vehicle with theRemote Keyless Entry (RKE) tra

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

DELAY DOOR LOCKThis feature allows you to select whether or not thelocking of the vehicle’s doors will be delayed. Whenlocking the doors with the powe

APPROACH LIGHTINGThis feature allows you to select whether or not tohave the exterior lights turn on briefly during low lightperiods after unlocking th

PARK TILT MIRRORSIf your vehicle has this feature, it allows you to selectwhether or not the outside mirror(s) will automatically tiltdown when the ve

NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature.The current setting will remain.To select a setting, press the set/reset button while thedesired set

MEMORY SEAT RECALLIf your vehicle has this feature, it allows you to selectyour preference for the remote memory seat recallfeature. See Memory Seat,

Press the customization button until FACTORYSETTINGS appears on the DIC display. Press theset/reset button once to access the settings forthis feature

• Set up your audio system by presetting yourfavorite radio stations, setting the tone, andadjusting the speakers. Then, when drivingconditions permit

3. Press the pushbutton located under the forwardarrow label until the menu for default clock anddate settings appear.4. Press the pushbutton located

Setting the Time and DateFor the Single CD PlayerThis type of radio has a H (clock) button for settingthe time and date. To set the time and date,do t

Changing the Time and DateDefault SettingFor the Single CD PlayerTo change the time and date default setting, do thefollowing:1. Change the time defau

Q: What is 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 w

Radio(s) (MP3)Radio Data System (RDS)The audio system has a Radio Data System (RDS).The RDS feature is available for use only on FM stationsthat broad

4. Press the pushbutton under the desired SpeedCompensated Volume setting (OFF, Low, Med,or High) to select the level of radio volumecompensation. The

Storing a Radio Station as a FavoriteDrivers are encouraged to set up their radio stationfavorites while the vehicle is in PARK (P). Tune to yourfavor

Turn the a knob clockwise or counterclockwise toadjust the highlighted setting. The highlighted setting canalso be adjusted by pressing either SEEK ar

To quickly adjust balance or fade to the middle position,press the pushbutton positioned under the BAL or FADElabel for more than two seconds. A beep

2. Press either of the two pushbuttons below thedesired category label to immediately tune tothe first XM™ (if equipped) station associated withthat ca

XM™ Satellite Radio ServiceXM™ is a satellite radio service that is based in the48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces.XM™ Satellite Ra

The use of CD lens cleaners for CDs is not advised,due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD opticswith lubricants internal to the CD player

s REV (Fast Reverse): Press and hold to reverseplayback quickly within a track. You will hear sound at areduced volume. Release to resume playing thet

CD MessagesDISC ERROR: If this message displays and/or the CDejects, it could be for one of the following reasons:• The radio system does not support

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

BAND: Press to listen to the radio when a portableaudio device is playing. The portable audio devicecontinues playing, so you might want to stop itor

• Make sure playlists have a .mp3 or .wpl extension(other file extensions might not work).• Minimize the length of the file, folder or playlistnames. Lo

Order of PlayTracks recorded to the CD-R or CD-RW play in thefollowing order:• Play begins from the first track in the first playlistand continues seque

Playing an MP3/WMAInsert a CD-R or CD-RW partway into the slot (SingleCD Player), or press the load button and wait forthe message to insert disc (Six

RDM (Random): With the random setting, MP3/WMAfiles on the CD-R can be played in random, ratherthan sequential order, on one CD-R/CD-RW or all discsin

BAND: Press this button to listen to the radio whena CD is playing. The inactive CD remains insidethe radio for future listening.CD/AUX (CD/Auxiliary)

XM TheftLocked: The XM™ receiver in the vehiclemay have previously been in another vehicle. Forsecurity purposes, XM™ receivers cannot be swappedbetwe

Audio Steering Wheel ControlsThe audio steeringwheel controls may bedifferent depending onyour vehicle’s options.Some audio controlscan be adjusted at

¨ (Seek): Press the seek arrow to go to the nextradio station and stay there. The system only seeksradio stations with strong frequencies.When the see

Backglass AntennaThe AM-FM antenna is integrated with the rear windowdefogger, located in the rear window. Make sure thatthe inside surface of the rea

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The belt is behind the body.{CAUTION:You can be seriously injured by not wearingthe lap-shoulder belt properly. In a cra

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

Your Driving, the Road,and Your VehicleDefensive DrivingDefensive driving means “always expect theunexpected.” The first step in driving defensively is

For persons under 21, it is against the law in everyU.S. state to drink alcohol. There are good medical,psychological, and developmental reasons forth

Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drivein spurts — heavy acceleration followed by heavybraking — rather than keeping pace with traffic.This is

ABS can change the brake pressure faster than anydriver could. The computer is programmed to makethe most of available tire and road conditions. Thisc

The traction control system automatically comeson whenever you start your vehicle. To limit wheel spin,especially in slippery road conditions, you sho

StabiliTrak®SystemYour vehicle may have this feature. The StabiliTrak®system is an advanced computer controlled system thathelps the driver maintain d

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 effective thanbraking. For example, you come over a hill and find atruck stopped in yo

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

Off-Road RecoveryYou may find that your vehicle’s right wheels havedropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder whileyou are driving.If the level o

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 becausesome drivers are likely to be impaired — by alcohol ordrugs, with night vision

HydroplaningHydroplaning is dangerous. Water can build up underyour vehicle’s tires so they actually ride on the water. Thiscan happen if the road is

Highway HypnosisAlways be alert and pay attention to your surroundingswhile driving. If you become tired or sleepy, find asafe place to park your vehic

{CAUTION:Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with theignition off is dangerous. The brakes will haveto do all the work of slowing down and theycould g

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

The Antilock Brake System (ABS) improves yourvehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop on aslippery road. Even though you have ABS, beginstopping

You can run the engine to keep warm, but be careful.{CAUTION:Snow can trap exhaust gases under yourvehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbonmonoxide)

Then, shut the engine off and close the window almost allthe way to preserve the heat. Start the engine again andrepeat this only when you feel really

Lap-Shoulder BeltAll seating positions in your vehicle have a lap-shoulderexcept for the center front passenger position(if equipped), which has a lap

Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It OutFirst, turn the steering wheel left and right to clear thearea around the front wheels. Turn off any traction orstab

Tire and Loading Information LabelA vehicle specific Tire and Loading Informationlabel is attached to the vehicle’s center pillar(B-pillar). With the d

Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit1. Locate the statement “The combined weightof occupants and cargo should never exceedXXX kg or XXX lbs” on yo

Item Description TotalAVehicle CapacityWeight forExample 2 =1,000 lbs (453 kg)BSubtractOccupant Weight150 lbs (68 kg) × 5 =750 lbs (340 kg)CAvailable

Certification LabelA vehicle specific Certification label is attached tothe rear edge of the driver’s door. This label showsthe gross weight capacity of

If you put things inside your vehicle, like suitcases,tools, packages, or anything else, they will go asfast as the vehicle goes. If you have to stop

TowingTowing Your VehicleConsult your dealer/retailer or a professional towingservice if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed.See Roadside Ser

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

That is the reason for this part. In it are manytime-tested, important trailering tips and safety rules.Many of these are important for your safety an

Weight of the TrailerHow heavy can a trailer safely be?It should never weigh more than 1,000 lbs (454 kg).These are total maximum weights including th

4. If equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster,move it to the height that is right for you. Impropershoulder belt height adjustment could reducet

After you have loaded your trailer, weigh the trailer andthen the tongue, separately, to see if the weights areproper. If they are not, you may be abl

Driving with a TrailerTowing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience.Before setting out for the open road, you will want toget to know your

Turn Signals When Towing a TrailerWhen you tow a trailer, your vehicle may need adifferent turn signal flasher and/or extra wiring. Checkwith your /ret

When 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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Service ...5-3Accessories and Modifications ...5-3California Propositio

Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ...5-73Wheel Replacement ...5-74Tire Chains ...

ServiceFor service and parts needs, visit your dealer/retailer.You will receive genuine GM parts and GM-trainedand supported service people.Genuine GM

California Proposition 65 WarningMost motor vehicles, including this one, contain and/oremit chemicals known to the State of California tocause cancer

If you want to do some of your own service work,you should use the proper service manual. It tellsyou much more about how to service your vehiclethan

Using this ManualMany people read the owner manual from beginningto end when they first receive their new vehicle tolearn about the vehicle’s features

Shoulder Belt Height AdjusterYour vehicle has shoulder belt height adjusters forthe driver and right front passenger position.Adjust the height so tha

Gasoline SpecificationsAt a minimum, gasoline should meet ASTMspecification D 4814 in the United States orCAN/CGSB-3.5 or 3.511 in Canada. Some gasoline

Notice: Your vehicle was not designed for fuelthat contains methanol. Do not use fuel containingmethanol. It can corrode metal parts in the fuelsystem

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

To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly counterclockwise.The fuel cap has a spring in it; if the cap is releasedtoo soon, it will spring back to the ri

Filling a Portable Fuel Container{CAUTION:Never fill a portable fuel container while itis in your vehicle. Static electricity dischargefrom the contain

Hood ReleaseTo lift the hood, use the following steps:1. Pull the hood releaselever with this symbolon it. It is locatedon the lower left side ofthe i

Engine Compartment OverviewWhen you open the hood, here is what you will see:4.6L L37 Engine shown, 4.6L LD8 Engine similar5-12

A. Underhood Fuse Block. See Underhood Fuse Blockon page 5-97.B. Remote Positive (+) Terminal. See Jump Startingon page 5-40.C. Windshield Washer Flui

When to Add Engine OilIf the oil is below the cross-hatched area at the tipof the dipstick, add at least one quart/liter of therecommended oil. This s

What Kind of Engine Oil to UseLook for three things:• GM4718MYour vehicle’s engine requires a special oilmeeting GM Standard GM4718M. Oils meetingthis

There is one guide for each outside passenger positionin the rear seat. Here is how to install a comfortguide to the safety belt:1. Remove the guide f

Substitute Engine Oil: When adding oil to maintainengine oil level, oil meeting GM Standard GM4718Mmay not be available. You can add substitute oildes

How to Reset the Engine OilLife SystemThe Engine Oil Life System calculates when to changethe engine oil and filter based on vehicle use. Wheneverthe o

Engine Air Cleaner/FilterSee Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 forthe location of the engine air cleaner/filter.When to Inspect the EngineAir Cl

Follow these steps to reinstall the cover to the engineair cleaner/filter housing:1. Align the two hinges located on the inboard sideof the cover.2. Pu

How to Check AutomaticTransmission FluidBecause this operation can be a little difficult, you maychoose to have this done at the dealer/retailer servi

3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and readthe lower level. The fluid level must be in thecross-hatched area.4. If the fluid level is in the acceptabl

Engine CoolantThe cooling system in your vehicle is filled withDEX-COOL®engine coolant. This coolant isdesigned to remain in your vehicle for five years

What to UseUse a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water andone-half DEX-COOL®coolant which will not damagealuminum parts. If you use this coolant

Checking CoolantThe engine coolantsurge tank is locatedtoward the rear ofthe engine compartmenton the passenger’sside of the vehicle.For more informat

Adding CoolantIf you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-COOL®coolant mixture at the coolant surge tank, but onlywhen the engine is cool.{CAUTION:Yo

{CAUTION:A safety belt that is not properly worn maynot provide the protection needed in a crash.The person wearing the belt could be seriouslyinjured

If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine{CAUTION:Steam from an overheated engine can burnyou badly, even if you just open the hood.Stay away from the engin

If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam,try this for a minute or so:1. In heavy traffic, let the engine idle in NEUTRAL (N)while stopped

Cooling SystemWhen you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here is what you will see:A. Coolant Surge Tank with Pressure Cap B. Electric Engine Coolin

{CAUTION:An electric engine cooling fan under the hoodcan start up even when the engine is notrunning and can injure you. Keep hands,clothing, and too

How to Add Coolant to the CoolantSurge TankIf you have not found a problem yet, check to seeif coolant is visible in the surge tank. If coolant isvisi

{CAUTION:Adding only plain water to the cooling systemcan be dangerous. Plain water, or some otherliquid such as alcohol, can boil before theproper co

2. Then keep turning the cap and remove it.3. Fill the coolantsurge tank with theproper mixture tothe FULL COLD markon the side of thecoolant surge ta

Power Steering FluidThe power steering fluidreservoir is located nextto the underhood fuseblock on the passenger’sside of the vehicle.See Engine Compar

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

BrakesBrake FluidThe brake master cylinderreservoir is filled withDOT-3 brake fluid. SeeEngine CompartmentOverview on page 5-12for reservoir locationand

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

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 the brakes will not work well. That couldlead to an accident. When you hear the brakewear warning

BatteryYour vehicle has a maintenance free battery. Whenit is time for a new battery, see your dealer/retailerfor one that has the replacement number

To be sure the vent hose (A) is properly attached,the vent hose connectors (B) must be securelyreattached to the vent outlets (C) on each side ofthe b

Jump StartingIf your vehicle’s battery has run down, you may wantto use another vehicle and some jumper cables tostart your vehicle. Be sure to use th

Notice: If you leave your radio or other accessorieson during the jump starting procedure, they couldbe damaged. The repairs would not be coveredby yo

You will not see the battery of your vehicle underthe hood. It is located under the rear passenger’sseat. You will not need to access the batteryfor j

5. Check that the jumper cables do not have loose ormissing insulation. If they do, you could get ashock. The vehicles could be damaged too.Before you

Notice: If the jumper cables are connected orremoved in the wrong order, electrical shorting mayoccur and damage the vehicle. The repairs wouldnot be

It is recommended that the vehicle is taken to yourdealer/retailer for service if the headlamps needto be re-aimed. It is possible however, to re-aim

To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shownuntil the belt is snug.If the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extenderon page 1-30.Make s

4. At a wall, measure from the ground upward (A) tothe recorded distance from Step 3 and mark it.5. Draw or tape a horizontal line (B) the width of th

9. Make sure that the light from the headlamp ispositioned at the bottom edge of the horizontaltape line. The lamp on the left (A) shows the correcthe

Windshield Wiper BladeReplacementWindshield wiper blades should be inspected for wearor cracking. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4for more inform

To remove and replace the wiper blade element do thefollowing:1. The wiper blade element has two notches at oneend which are engaged by the bottom cla

TiresYour new vehicle comes with high-quality tiresmade by a leading tire manufacturer. If youever have questions about your tire warrantyand where to

Tire Sidewall LabelingUseful information about a tire is moldedinto its sidewall.(A) Tire Size: The tire size is a combination ofletters and numbers u

(G) Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit:Maximum load that can be carried and themaximum pressure needed to support that load.For information on recommend

(G) TPC Spec (Tire Performance CriteriaSpecification): Original equipment tires designedto GM’s specific tire performance criteria havea TPC specificatio

(G) Single Tire Maximum Load: Maximum loadthat can be carried and the maximum pressureneeded to support that load when used as a single.For informatio

Tire Terminology and DefinitionsAir Pressure: The amount of air inside thetire pressing outward on each square inch ofthe tire. Air pressure is express

Child RestraintsOlder ChildrenOlder children who have outgrown booster seats shouldwear the vehicle’s safety belts.The manufacturer’s instructions tha

GAWR RR: Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rearaxle. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-20.Intended Outboard Sidewall: The side ofan asymmetrical tire,

Radial Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in which theply cords that extend to the beads are laid at90 degrees to the centerline of the tread.Rim: A metal sup

Inflation - Tire PressureTires need the correct amount of air pressureto operate effectively.Notice: Do not let anyone tell you thatunder-inflation or o

How to CheckUse a good quality pocket-type gage to check tirepressure. You cannot tell if your tires are properlyinflated simply by looking at them. Ra

High-Speed Operation{CAUTION:Driving at high speeds, 100 mph (160 km/h)or higher, puts an additional strain on tires.Sustained high-speed driving caus

Tire Pressure Monitor SystemThe Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses radioand sensor technology to check tire pressure levels.The TPMS sensors mon

Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) and Industryand Science CanadaThe Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) operateson a radio frequency and complies

At the same time a message to check the pressurein a specific tire appears on the Driver Information Center(DIC) display. The low tire pressure warning

TPMS Malfunction Light and MessageThe TPMS will not function properly if one or moreof the TPMS sensors are missing or inoperable. Whenthe system dete

TPMS Sensor Matching ProcessEach TPMS sensor has a unique identification code.Any time you rotate your vehicle’s tires or replaceone or more of the TPM

Q: What is the proper way to wear safety belts?A: An older child should wear a lap-shoulder belt andget the additional restraint a shoulder belt canpr

6. Proceed to the passenger side front tire, and repeatthe procedure in Step 5.7. Proceed to the passenger side rear tire, and repeatthe procedure in

If your vehicle has a compact spare tire, it shouldnot be included in the tire rotation process.Use the four-tire rotation pattern shown.A five-tire ro

Vehicles that have the Tire Pressure MonitorSystem (TPMS) will need to have the sensorsreset after a tire rotation is performed. SeeTire Pressure Moni

You need new tires if any of the following statementsare true:• You can see the indicators at three or more placesaround the tire.• You can see cord o

GM recommends replacing tires in sets of four. Thisis because uniform tread depth on all tires will helpkeep your vehicle performing most like it did

If you must replace your vehicle’s tires with those thatdo not have a TPC Spec number, make sure theyare the same size, load range, speed rating, andc

Uniform Tire Quality GradingQuality grades can be found where applicableon the tire sidewall between tread shoulderand maximum section width. For exam

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

Wheel ReplacementReplace any wheel that is bent, cracked or badlyrusted or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose,the wheel, wheel bolts and wheel

Used Replacement Wheels{CAUTION:Putting a used wheel on your vehicle isdangerous. You cannot know how it has beenused or how far it has been driven. I

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

If a Tire Goes FlatIt is unusual for a tire to blowout while you are driving,especially if you maintain your vehicle’s tires properly.If air goes out

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 needed is in the trunk.To access the equipment:1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on page 2-12for more inform

5. Remove the wheel wrench, jack and spare tire fromthe trunk. See Spare Tire on page 5-86 for moreinformation.The tools to be used are the jack (A) a

3. For models with exposed lug nuts, loosenthem using the wheel wrench. Do not removethem yet.4. Find the jacking location from the diagram aboveand u

{CAUTION:Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up isdangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, youcould be badly injured or killed. Never get u

8. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handleclockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off theground for the spare tire to fit under the vehicle.9. Rem

11. Place the spare tire on the wheel-mounting surface.{CAUTION:Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts.Because the nuts might come loose. Thevehicle

{CAUTION:Incorrect or improperly tightened wheelnuts can cause the wheel to come loose andeven come off. This could lead to a crash.If you have to rep

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

Infants and Young ChildrenEveryone in a vehicle needs protection! This includesinfants and all other children. Neither the distancetraveled nor the ag

4. Secure the spare tire and the jack container withthe retainer (C) and then the wing nut (B).5. Reinstall the spare tire cover (A).Spare TireCompact

Your vehicle may have a different size spare tire than theroad tire originally installed on your vehicle. This sparetire was developed for use on your

Do not clean your vehicle using the following cleanersor techniques:• Never use a knife or any other sharp object toremove a soil from any interior su

If any of the soil remains, a commercial fabric cleaneror spot lifter may be necessary. When a commercialupholstery cleaner or spot lifter is to be us

Speaker CoversVacuum around a speaker cover gently, so that thespeaker will not be damaged. Clean spots withjust water and mild soap.Care of Safety Be

High pressure car washes may cause water to enterthe vehicle. Avoid using high pressure washes closerthan 12 inches (30 cm) to the surface of the vehi

Use special care with aluminum trim. To avoid damagingprotective trim, never use auto or chrome polish,steam or caustic soap to clean aluminum. A coat

The surface of these wheels is similar to the paintedsurface of your vehicle. Do not use strong soaps,chemicals, abrasive polishes, abrasive cleaners,

Underbody MaintenanceChemicals used for ice and snow removal and dustcontrol can collect on the underbody. If these arenot removed, corrosion and rust

Description UsageSwirl Remover PolishRemoves swirl marks,fine scratches, andother light surfacecontamination.Cleaner WaxRemoves light scratchesand prot

{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

Service Parts Identification LabelThis label is on the spare tire cover. It is very helpful ifyou ever need to order parts. The label has thefollowing

Power Windows and OtherPower OptionsCircuit breakers in the fuse block protect the powerwindows and other power accessories. When thecurrent load is t

Fuses Usage1 Engine Control Module (ECM), Crank2 Fuel Injectors Odd3 Fuel Injectors EvenFuses Usage4 Air Conditioning Clutch5 Air Injection Reactor (A

Fuses Usage7 Emission Device8 Transmission, Ignition 19Engine Control Module (ECM),Powertrain Control Module (PCM)10Climate Control System,Instrument

Rear Underseat Fuse BlockThe rear fuse block is located under the rear seat onthe driver side. The rear seat cushion must be removedto access the rear

To reinstall the rear seat cushion, do the following:{CAUTION:A safety belt that is not properly routedthrough the seat cushion or is twisted willnot

Fuses Usage1 Fuel Pump2 Left Park Lamp3 Run 3 - Rear BlowerFuses Usage4 Right Park Lamp5Engine Control Module (ECM)/Transmission Control Module (TCM)5

Fuses Usage6 Memory Module7 Right Park Lamp (optional)8 Steering Wheel Illumination9 Front Heated/Cooled Seat Module10Run 2 - Heated/Cooled Seats,Heat

Fuses Usage41 Stoplamp (optional)42 OnStar®Module43 Body Modules44 Radio45 Door Unlatch (optional)46 Rear Defogger (J-Case)47Electronic Leveling Contr

Capacities and SpecificationsThe following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See Recommended Fluids andLubricants on

Vehicle Damage WarningsYou will also find notices in this manual.Notice: These mean there is something thatcould damage your vehicle.A notice tells abo

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

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

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

Using the Maintenance ScheduleWe want to help you keep your vehicle in good workingcondition. But we do not know exactly how you willdrive it. You mig

When you go to your dealer/retailer for your serviceneeds, you will know that trained and supported servicetechnicians will perform the work using gen

If the engine oil life system is ever reset accidentally,you must service your vehicle within 3,000 miles(5 000 km) since your last service. Remember

Additional Required ServicesThe following services should be performed at the first maintenance service after the indicated miles (kilometers)shown for

Additional Required Services (cont’d)Service and Miles (Kilometers)25,000(40 000)50,000(80 000)75,000(120 000)100,000(160 000)125,000(200 000)150,000(

Maintenance Footnotes(a) Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for properhook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspectdisc brake pads for wea

(j) Drain, flush, and refill cooling system. This servicecan be complex; you should have your dealer/retailerperform this service. See Engine Coolant on

{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

At Least Once a MonthTire Inflation CheckInspect your vehicle’s tires and make sure they areinflated to the correct pressures. Do not forget tocheck the

Automatic Transmission Shift LockControl System Check{CAUTION:When you are doing this inspection, thevehicle could move suddenly. If the vehiclemoves,

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

Recommended Fluids andLubricantsFluids and lubricants identified below by name,part number, or specification can be obtained fromyour dealer/retailer.Us

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

Engine Drive Belt Routing4.6L V8 Engines6-15

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

Maintenance Record (cont’d)DateOdometerReadingServiced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed6-17

Maintenance Record (cont’d)DateOdometerReadingServiced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed6-18

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

A booster seat (C-D) is a child restraint designed toimprove the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system.A booster seat can also help a child to see ou

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

filing a court action, use of the program is free of chargeand your case will generally be heard within 40 days.If you do not agree with the decision g

Online Owner CenterOnline Owner Center(United States only)The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownershipneeds. Specific vehicle information can b

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

Roadside ServiceIn the United States or Canada, call 1-800-882-1112.Text Telephone (TTY), U.S. only, call 1-888-889-2438.Service is available 24 hours

• Trip Routing Service: Upon request, CadillacRoadside Service will send you detailed, computerpersonalized maps, highlighting your choice of eitherth

• Odometer reading, Vehicle Identification Number(VIN), and delivery date of the vehicle• Description of the problemTowing and Road Service ExclusionsS

Transportation OptionsWarranty service can generally be completed while youwait. However, if you are unable to wait, GM helpsto minimize your inconven

Additional Program InformationAll program options, such as shuttle service, may not beavailable at every dealer. Please contact your dealerfor specific

To help reduce the chance of injury, the child restraintmust be secured in the vehicle. Child restraint systemsmust be secured in vehicle seats by lap

Repair FacilityGM also recommends that you choose a collision repairfacility that meets your needs before you ever needcollision repairs. Your GM deal

• Gather the important information you will need fromthe other driver. Things like name, address, phonenumber, driver’s license number, vehicle licens

Reporting Safety DefectsReporting Safety Defects to theUnited States GovernmentIf you believe that your vehicle has a defect whichcould cause a crash

Service Publications OrderingInformationService ManualsService Manuals have the diagnosis and repairinformation on engines, transmission, axle suspens

Vehicle Data Recordingand PrivacyYour GM vehicle has a number of sophisticatedcomputers that record information about the vehicle’sperformance and how

To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment isrequired, and access to the vehicle or the EDR isneeded. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer,

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AAccessories and Modifications ... 5-3Adaptive Cruise Control ... 3-19Adding Equipment to Your

Ashtray(s) ... 3-39Audio System ... 3-95Audio Steerin

Chains, Tire ... 5-75Charging System Light ... 3-58CheckEngine Light

Where to Put the RestraintAccident statistics show that children are safer if theyare restrained in the rear rather than the front seat.We recommend t

Cooled Seats ... 1-3Cooling System ... 5-28Cornering Lamps

EEDR ... 7-16Electrical SystemAdd-On Equipment ... 5-96Fu

Fuel ... 5-5Additives ... 5-6California

IIgnition Positions ... 2-23Inadvertent Power Battery Saver ... 3-38Infants and Young Ch

Light (cont.)TCS Warning Light ... 3-60Tire Pressure ... 3-62Traction Co

MirrorsAutomatic Dimming Mirror with Intellibeam™,OnStar®, and Compass ... 2-36Automatic Dimming Rearview with Compass ...

PPaint, Damage ... 5-93Panic Brake Assist ... 4-7Parade Dimming .

Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimmingwith Compass ... 2-40Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimmingwith OnStar®and Com

Security Light ... 3-66Service ... 5-3Accessorie

Tilt Wheel ... 3-6Time, Setting ... 3-96TirePressu

{CAUTION:A child in a child restraint in the center frontseat can be badly injured or killed by thefrontal airbags if they inflate. Never securea child

VValet Lockout Switch ... 2-18VehicleControl ... 4-3Damage Wa

Lower AnchorsLower anchors (A) are metal bars built into the vehicle.There are two lower anchors for each LATCH seatingposition that will accommodate

Your child restraint may have a single tether (A)or a dual tether (C). Either will have a singleattachment (B) to secure the top tether to the anchor.

To assist you in locatingthe top tether anchors, thetop tether anchor symbolis located on the cover.The top tether anchors are located under the cover

Securing a Child Restraint Designed forthe LATCH System{CAUTION:If a LATCH-type child restraint is not attachedto anchors, the restraint will not be a

Front Seats ...1-2Power Seats ...1-2Power Lumbar ...

{CAUTION:Children can be seriously injured or strangledif a shoulder belt is wrapped around theirneck and the safety belt continues to tighten.Secure

2. If the child restraint manufacturer recommendsthat the top tether be attached, attach and tightenthe top tether to the top tether anchor, if equipp

Securing a Child Restraint in aRear Seat PositionWhen securing a child restraint in a rear seatingposition, study the instructions that came with your

4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way outof the retractor to set the lock.5. To tighten the belt, push down on the childrestraint, pull th

6. If your child restraint has a top tether, follow thechild restraint manufacturer’s instructions regardingthe use of the top tether. See Lower Ancho

{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

6. To tighten the belt, push down on the childrestraint, pull the shoulder portion of the beltto tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed theshoul

Airbag SystemYour vehicle has the following airbags:• A frontal airbag for the driver.• A frontal airbag for the right front passenger.• A seat-mounte

{CAUTION:Frontal airbags are designed to deploy inmoderate to severe frontal and near frontalcrashes. They are not designed to inflate inrollover, rear

Front SeatsPower SeatsThe power seatcontrols are locatedon the outboard sideof the seats.• Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding thecontrol for

{CAUTION:Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer thebest protection for adults, but not for youngchildren and infants. Neither the vehicle’ssafety belt

The right front passenger’s frontal airbag is in theinstrument panel on the passenger’s side.The seat-mounted side impact airbags for the driver andri

If your vehicle has roof-rail airbags for the driver, rightfront passenger, and second row outboard passengers,they are in the ceiling above the side

When Should an Airbag Inflate?Frontal airbags are designed to inflate in moderate tosevere frontal or near-frontal crashes to help reduce thepotential f

Your vehicle has seat-mounted side impact airbags.Your vehicle may have roof-rail airbags. See AirbagSystem on page 1-54. Seat-mounted side impact and

But airbags would not help in many types of collisions,primarily because the occupant’s motion is not towardthose airbags. See When Should an Airbag I

In many crashes severe enough to inflate the airbag,windshields are broken by vehicle deformation.Additional windshield breakage may also occur fromthe

The passenger sensing system will turn off the rightfront passenger’s frontal airbag and seat-mounted sideimpact airbag under certain conditions. The

The passenger sensing system is designed to turn offthe right front passenger’s frontal airbag andseat-mounted side impact airbag if:• The right front

The passenger sensing system is designed toenable (may inflate) the right front passenger’s frontalairbag and seat-mounted side impact airbag anytimeth

Massaging LumbarIf your vehicle has thisfeature, the switch islocated on the outboardside of the front seatsbehind the lumbar switch.Press the switch

Safety belts help keep the passenger in position onthe seat during vehicle maneuvers and braking, whichhelps the passenger sensing system maintain the

A thick layer of additional material, such as a blanket orcushion, or aftermarket equipment such as seat covers,seat heaters, and seat massagers can a

Adding Equipment to YourAirbag-Equipped VehicleQ: Is there anything I might add to or changeabout the vehicle that could keep the airbagsfrom working

Restraint System CheckChecking the Restraint SystemsSafety BeltsNow and then, make sure the safety belt reminder lightand all your belts, buckles, lat

Replacing Restraint System PartsAfter a Crash{CAUTION:A crash can damage the restraint systemsin your vehicle. A damaged restraint systemmay not prope

Keys ...2-3Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...2-4Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)

Park Tilt Mirrors ...2-42Outside Convex Mirror ...2-43Outside Heated Mirrors

Keys{CAUTION:Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignitionkey is dangerous for many reasons, childrenor others could be badly injured or even killed

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)SystemYour Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system operates ona radio frequency subject to Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC)

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)System OperationThe Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitterfunctions, including lock, unlock, remote trunkrelease, vehicle lo

Press a button to turn on the desired feature. A light onthat button will display to show which feature is on.There are three temperature settings for

Q(Lock): Press the lock button to lock all the doors.If enabled through the Driver Information Center (DIC),the parking lamps may flash once to indicat

Battery ReplacementUnder normal use, the battery in your RKE transmittershould last about four years.The battery is weak if the transmitter will not w

Remote Vehicle StartThe remote vehicle starting feature allows you to start theengine from outside of the vehicle. It also starts up thevehicle’s auto

If the vehicle is left running it will automatically shut offafter 10 minutes unless a time extension has been done.To manually shut off a remote star

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

Programmable AutomaticDoor LocksYour vehicle is programmed so that, when the doors areclosed, the ignition is on, and the shift lever is movedout of P

The rear doors on your vehicle cannot be opened fromthe inside when this feature is in use.When you want to open a rear door when the securitylock is

Remote Trunk ReleaseG(Remote Trunk Release): The remote trunkrelease button is located to the left of the steering wheelnext to the instrument panel b

Rear Seat Pass-ThroughYour vehicle has a small door in the rear seat.This door allows you to access the trunk frominside the vehicle.The rear seat arm

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

A second seating, mirror, and steering wheel positioncan be programmed by repeating the above stepsand pressing button 2 for a second driver.To recall

Express-Down WindowThis feature is on all windows. Press the switch to thesecond position and release the switch to activate theexpress-down feature.

Express Window Anti-Pinch Override{CAUTION:If express override is activated, the windowwill not reverse automatically. You or otherscould be injured a

Rear Power SunshadeIf your vehicle has a rear power sunshade, it helps toreduce the amount of heat and light entering therear window.The switch is loc

— (On): Press this side of the button to turn the lockoutfeature on. When the lockout feature is turned on,the trunk cannot be unlocked with the keyle

If you activate the alarm by accident, unlock the driver’sdoor with your key. You can also turn off the alarmby using the unlock button on the RKE tra

PASS-Key®III+ OperationYour vehicle has PASS-Key®III+ (PersonalizedAutomotive Security System) theft-deterrent system.PASS-Key®III+ is a passive theft

To program the new key:1. Verify that the new key has a1 stamped on it.2. Insert the original, already programmed, key in theignition and start the en

Ignition PositionsWith the ignition key in theignition, the key can beturned to four differentpositions:In order to shift out of PARK (P), ignition mu

Key In the IgnitionNever leave your vehicle with the keys inside, as it is aneasy target for joy riders or thieves. If you leave the keyin the ignitio

Starting Procedure1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn theignition key to START. When the engine starts,let go of the key. The idle speed