Oldsmobile 2004 Silhouette User Manual

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

Six-Way Power SeatsThe six-way power seatcontrol is located on theoutboard side of thedriver’s front seat.• Move the front of the control up or down t

Sliding Door Lock{CAUTION:If your vehicle is facing downward on a steepgrade (15 percent or more), the door may notstay open and could slam shut, poss

Lock either sliding door from inside the vehicle by movingthe manual lever down. Unlock it by moving the lever up.With the power door locks, the slidi

If your vehicle has the power sliding door(s), you canoverride the security lock by pressing either power doorlock switch while the power sliding door

Power Sliding Door (PSD)If your vehicle has this feature, you can open and closethe sliding door(s) using the switches inside of yourvehicle. You can

If you have the dual slidingdoors, your vehicle hasthese switches. The leftswitch is for the driver’sside power sliding door andthe right switch is fo

{CAUTION:If you shift the transaxle out of PARK (P) andaccelerate before the power sliding doorlatches closed, the door may reverse to theopen positio

{CAUTION:If your vehicle is facing downward on a steepgrade (15 percent or more), the door may notstay open and could slam shut, possiblyinjuring some

Resetting the Power Sliding DoorThe power sliding door may operate incorrectly or notat all because of the following conditions:• A low voltage or dea

Notice:If you open the liftgate without checkingfor overhead obstructions such as a garagedoor, you could break the liftgate glass. Alwayscheck to mak

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

Heated SeatsYour vehicle may havethis feature. If it does,the heated seatswitches are locatedin the instrument panelswitchbank.This feature will heat

Power WindowsThe switches on the driver’s door armrest control thefront windows when the ignition is in RUN, ACCESSORYor when Retained Accessory Power

Power Rear Quarter WindowsYour vehicle may have power rear quarter windows.This switch, located inthe overhead consoleswitchbank, is usedfor opening a

Theft-Deterrent SystemsVehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities.Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrentfeatures, we know

After all doors and the liftgate are closed and locked,the security light will begin flashing at a veryslow rate to let you know the system is armed.Ar

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

If the engine does not start and the security messagecomes on, the key may have a damaged transponder.Turn the ignition off and try again.If the engin

5. The security message will turn off once the key hasbeen programmed. It may not be apparent that thesecurity message went on due to how quicklythe k

Ignition PositionsWith the key in the ignition, you can turn it to five differentpositions.A (ACCESSORY): This is the position in which you canoperate

Retained Accessory Power (RAP)With RAP, the power windows, power rear quarterwindows, audio system and the automatic level controlwill continue to wor

Engine Coolant HeaterYour vehicle may have an engine coolant heater. Invery cold weather, 0°F (−18°C) or colder, the enginecoolant heater can help. Yo

Reclining SeatbacksTo adjust a manual seatback, pull up on the leverlocated on the outboard side of the driver’s or frontpassenger’s seat. It is easie

How long should you keep the coolant heater pluggedin? The answer depends on the outside temperature, thekind of oil you have, and some other things.

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

AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D): This position is fornormal driving. If you need more power for passing,and you are:• Going less than 35 mph (55 km/h), push y

Notice:If your vehicle seems to start up ratherslowly, or if it seems not to shift gears as you gofaster, something may be wrong with a transaxlesyste

To release the parking brake, hold the regular brakepedal down with your right foot while you push down onthe parking brake pedal with your left foot.

2.1. Pull the lever toward you. 2.2. Move the lever up as far as it will go.3. Turn the ignition key to LOCK.4. Remove the key and take it with you. I

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

Shifting Out of Park (P)Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock controlsystem which locks the shift lever in PARK (P) when theignition is i

Engine Exhaust{CAUTION:Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gascarbon monoxide (CO), which you can notsee or smell. It can cause unconsciousnessan

{CAUTION:Idling the engine with the climate controlsystem off could allow dangerous exhaust intoyour vehicle. See the earlier Caution underEngine Exha

{CAUTION:Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicleis in motion can be dangerous. Even if youbuckle up, your safety belts can’t do their jobwhen

MirrorsManual Rearview MirrorTo reduce glare from lights behind you, pull the levertoward you to the night position. To return the mirror tothe day po

Outside Convex MirrorYour passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convexmirror’s surface is curved so you can see more fromthe driver’s seat.{CAUTION:A c

OnStar®ServicesOne of the following plans is normally included for aspecific duration with each vehicle equipped withOnStar®. You can upgrade or extend

HomeLink®TransmitterHomeLink, a combined universal transmitter andreceiver, provides a way to replace up to threehand−held transmitters used to activa

Programming the HomeLink®TransmitterDo not use the HomeLink®Transmitter with any garagedoor opener that does not have the “stop and reverse”feature. T

Some entry gates and garage door openers mayrequire you to substitute Step 3 with the procedurenoted in “Gate Operator and CanadianProgramming” later

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

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

Cupholder(s)There are cupholders located below the centerinstrument panel switchbank. The cupholders have aremovable liner for larger size cups and fo

Overhead ConsoleIf your vehicle is equipped with an overhead console,the console will contain the following:• Reading Lamps. See “Front Reading Lamps”

Rear SeatsRear Seat OperationThe rear seats in your vehicle have levers and strapsused to adjust, remove, and reinstall the seats. By usingthe levers

Front Seat Storage NetThere may be a storage net that stretches between thefront seats. Pull the hooks towards the passenger’sseat and insert them int

If you have the luggage carrier, you can load things ontop of your vehicle.Notice:Loading cargo on the luggage carrier thatweighs more than 150 lbs. (

Rear Storage AreaYour vehicle has a storage compartment and mayhave a cupholder on the driver’s side of the vehicle,next to the third row seat(s).Conv

2. Attach the lower hooks to the metal rings onthe floor.3. Once you’ve loaded items into the net, stretch thehigher side of the net up and over the to

Convenience Center{CAUTION:If any removable convenience item is notsecured properly, it can move around in acollision or sudden stop. People in the ve

4. Put the tray sill, located on the back of theconvenience center, in the upright position.5. Slide the convenience center in and align it so thatthe

Vehicle PersonalizationYour vehicle’s locks and lighting systems can be programmed with several different features. The features you canprogram depend

Entering Programming ModeTo program features, your vehicle must be in theprogramming mode. Follow these steps:1. The content theft-deterrent system mu

Your vehicle was originally programmed to Mode 4.The mode may have been changed since then.To determine the current mode, or to change the mode,do the

Your vehicle was originally programmed to Mode 3.The mode may have been changed since then.To determine the current mode, or to change the mode,do the

Split Bench SeatsIf you have the third row split bench seat, the seatbackscan be folded forward or reclined individually and theseats can be removed i

Your vehicle was originally programmed to Mode 4.The mode may have been changed since then.To determine the current mode, or to change the mode,do the

4. Press UNLOCK to change the current mode.5. Press UNLOCK until you hear the number of chimescorresponding to the mode selection you want.The mode yo

Your vehicle was originally programmed to Mode 4. Themode may have been changed since then. Todetermine the current mode, or to change the mode, dothe

3. Count the number of chimes you hear. The numberof chimes indicates the vehicle’s currentprogrammed mode. If you do not wish to change thecurrent mo

Mode 2: Remote Keyless Entry TransmitterArm/Disarm Only• The system will arm when you lock the doors withyour remote keyless entry transmitter. The ke

3. Press the button with the horn symbol on theremote keyless entry transmitter.4. Count the number of chimes you hear. The numberof chimes indicates

Memory SeatIf your vehicle has thisfeature, the controls arelocated to the left ofthe steering column andare used to programand recall the driver’ssea

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

Driver Information Center (DIC) ...3-60Audio System(s) ...3-63Setting the Time ...

✍ NOTES3-3

Removing the Split Bench SeatMake sure the seatback is in the upright position.1. Lift the seatback recliner lever or pull the nylon strapon the back

Instrument Panel Overview3-4

A. Side Outlets. SeeOutlet Adjustment on page 3-34.B. Front Outlets. SeeOutlet Adjustment on page 3-34.C. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. SeeTurnSign

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

Other Warning DevicesIf you carry reflective triangles, you can set one up atthe side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behindyour vehicle.HornYou can

Turn Signal/Multifunction LeverThe lever on the left side of the steering columnincludes the following:• G Turn and Lane-Change Signals• 2 Headlamp Hi

If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid anaccident. If the arrows do not go on at all when yousignal a turn, check for burned-out bulbs and

Windshield WipersWIPER: Turn this band to operate thewindshield wipers.MIST: Turn the band to MIST for a single wiping cycle.Hold it there until the w

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

Cruise ControlYour vehicle may have cruise control. With cruisecontrol, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph(40 km/h) or more without keeping your

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

Replacing the Split Bench Seat{CAUTION:If the seatback isn’t locked, it could moveforward in a sudden stop or crash. That couldcause injury to the per

Resuming a Set SpeedSuppose you set your cruise control at a desired speedand then you apply the brake. This, of course, shutsoff the cruise control.

Passing Another Vehicle While UsingCruise ControlTo pass another vehicle while using cruise control, usethe accelerator pedal to increase your speed.

Exterior LampsThe control to the left of the steering column operatesthe exterior lamps.9 (Off/Auto): Turning the control to this setting willactivate

Daytime Running Lamps/AutomaticHeadlamp SystemDaytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier forothers to see the front of your vehicle during theday.

Fog LampsYour vehicle may havefog lamps. If it does, thefog lamps switch is locatedin the instrument panelswitchbank. Press thefog lamp symbol onthe s

Interior Lamps OverrideThis switch is located inthe overhead consoleswitchbank. Pressthe bottom of the switch tokeep the interior lampsoff while any d

Delayed LightingThe delayed lighting feature will continue to illuminatethe interior for 25 seconds after all doors have beenclosed, so that you can fi

Front Reading LampsThere are two reading lamps in the overhead console.To turn either reading lamp on or off, press the lens of thelamp. These lamps w

Rear Reading LampsThere may be two reading lamps in the third rowheadliner. To turn either reading lamp on or off, pressthe lens of the lamp.There is

SwitchbanksThere are two sets of switchbanks located in the front ofthe vehicle. The switches will vary with the optionsthat are on your vehicle.Instr

1. Squeeze the angled bar toward the solid crossbarwhile placing the front hooks of the bench seat ontothe front two floor pins.2. Make sure the benchs

Overhead Console SwitchbankThe overhead console switchbank is located in theoverhead console. This switchbank may includethe following:• Interior Lamp

{CAUTION:Even with the Ultrasonic Rear Park Assistsystem, the driver must check carefully beforebacking up. The system does not operate abovetypical b

If an object is detected at a REVERSE (R) speed ofless than 3 mph (5 km/h), one of the following will occur:Description English Metricamber light 5 ft

Accessory Power OutletsWith accessory power outlets you can plug in electricalequipment such as a cellular telephone or CB radio.The front accessory p

Climate ControlsClimate Control SystemWith this system you can control the heating, coolingand ventilation for your vehicle.OperationTurn the right kn

? (Recirculation): This mode keeps outside airfrom coming in the vehicle. It can be used to preventoutside air and odors from entering your vehicle or

Turn the right knob to select the defog or defrost mode.- (Defog): This mode directs air to the windshieldand the floor outlets. When you select this m

Dual Climate Control SystemWith this system you can control the heating, coolingand ventilation for your vehicle.OperationTurn the right knob clockwis

? (Recirculation): This mode keeps outside airfrom coming in the vehicle. It can be used to preventoutside air and odors from entering your vehicle or

Defogging and DefrostingFog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity,or moisture, condensing on the cool window glass.This can be minimiz

If the front latches are not attaching correctly, checkthat the seat is in the full rear position.3. Firmly push the rear hooks onto the rear floor pin

Outlet AdjustmentUse the knob located in the center of the outlet,to change the direction of the air flow.Operation Tips• Clear away any ice, snow or l

These controls are overhead, on the control panel locatedbehind the driver’s seat. A rear-seat passenger can usethese controls to personally adjust th

Setting the TemperatureIf the driver is adjusting the temperature, do thefollowing:To increase or decrease the temperature for the entirevehicle, use

This knob is located belowthe main climate-controlsystem on the instrumentpanel switchbank. Usethis knob to adjust the fanspeed for the rear-seatpasse

Selecting the Fan SpeedIf the driver is adjusting the fan speed, use the followingcontrol:9 (Fan): Turn the fan knob on the rear fan controllocated be

For more information on how to use the main climatecontrol system, see “Climate Control System” listedpreviously in this section. For information on v

2. Then push the tab, located on the left of the inneraccess panel, to the right.3. The first air filter will pull straight out. To removethe second, re

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

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

Speedometer and OdometerYour speedometer lets you see your speed in bothmiles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h).Your odometer shows how fa

GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem,OLDSMOBILE, the OLDSMOBILE Rocket Emblem andthe name SILHOUETTE are registered trademarksof General Motors Corporati

Captain ChairsIf your vehicle has captain’s chairs, the chairs andseatbacks can be adjusted forward or rearward.Adjusting the Captain’s Chairs(Second

Retro-Active ResetEach of the two trip odometers has a feature calledretro-active reset. This feature can be used to set eitheror both trip odometer(s

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

Brake System Warning LightWhen the ignition is on, the brake system warning lightwill come on when you set your parking brake. Thelight will stay on i

Anti-Lock Brake System WarningLightYour vehicle may have thislight. If it does, theanti-lock brake systemwarning light should comeon for a few seconds

• If there’s a brake system problem that is specificallyrelated to traction control, the traction controlsystem will turn off and the warning light wil

Malfunction Indicator LampService Engine Soon Light in theUnited States or Check Engine Lightin CanadaYour vehicle is equipped with a computer whichmo

This light should come on, as a check to show you itis working, when the ignition is on and the engine is notrunning. If the light does not come on, h

Have you recently changed brands of fuel?If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel.SeeGasoline Octane on page 5-4. Poor fuel quality willc

Fuel GageWhen the indicator nears empty, you still have a littlefuel left, but you should get more soon.If your fuel is low, the warning message in th

Message CenterThe message center is located in the instrument panelcluster. It gives you important safety and maintenancefacts.Service Traction System

To recline the seatback, lift up on the recliner lever,located on the outboard side of the seat. Use the reclinerlever to move the seatback to the des

Traction Active MessageIf your vehicle has the traction control system, theTRACTION ACTIVE message will appear when thetraction control system is limi

Charging System Indicator MessageThe charging systembattery symbol will comeon in the messagecenter when you turn onthe ignition as a checkto show you

When the engine is running and this message appears,the engine oil level may be too low. There may alsobe another problem causing low oil pressure.{CA

Power Sliding Door WarningMessageThis message will come on if the power sliding door isnot completely closed and the ignition is turned toRUN or START

Rear Hatch Ajar Warning MessageThis message will come on when the ignition is turnedto RUN or START and the rear hatch is open.PASS-Key®III Security M

All-Wheel Drive Disable WarningMessageYour vehicle may have this message. If it does, it willcome on when there is a spare tire on the vehicle, orwhen

Driver Information Center (DIC)Your vehicle may have a DIC. If it does, the DIC will showinformation about the vehicle and the surroundings.E/M (Engli

Setting the VarianceTurn the ignition on and cycle the DIC to the compass/temperature mode. Press both the E/M and MODEbuttons simultaneously for abou

Error Displays•An error of the vehicle’s speed sensor or fuelsender will cause -E- to be displayed.• In the absence of vehicle communications, a dash“

Audio System(s)Notice:Before you add any sound equipment toyour vehicle – like a tape player, CB radio, mobiletelephone or two-way radio – be sure you

Removing the Captain’s Chairs1. Pull the nylon strap behind the chair to release therear hooks from the floor pins.2. The seat can then be lifted off t

Radio with Cassette and CDPlaying the RadioPWR (Power): Press this knob to turn the systemon and off.VOL (Volume): Turn this knob to increase or todec

Finding a StationBAND: Press this button to switch between FM1, FM2,or AM. The display will show your selection.TUNE: Turn this knob to select radio s

Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)AUDIO: Push and release the AUDIO knob until BASSor TREB appears on the display. Turn the knob toincrease or to decrease

Radio Data System (RDS)Your audio system is equipped with a Radio DataSystem (RDS). RDS features are available for use onlyon FM stations that broadca

BAND (Alternate Frequency): Alternate frequencyallows the radio to switch to a stronger station with thesame program type. To turn alternate frequency

If TRAF is on the display you can press the TRAFbutton to turn of the traffic announcements.Your radio will play the traffic announcement if thevolume

SEEK and a negative number will appear on the displaywhile the cassette player is in the previous mode.Pressing this pushbutton multiple times or hold

Cassette Tape MessagesCHK TAPE (Check Tape): If this message appears onthe display, the tape will not play because of one ofthe following errors:• The

If you turn off the ignition or radio with a CD in theplayer it will stay in the player. When you turn on theignition or radio, the CD will start to p

q SEEK r: The right arrow is the same as theNEXT pushbutton, and the left arrow is the same as thePREV pushbutton. If you hold either arrow or press i

Replacing the Captain’s Chairs{CAUTION:If the seatback isn’t locked, it could moveforward in a sudden stop or crash. That couldcause injury to the per

Radio with Six-Disc CDPlaying the RadioPWR (Power): Push this knob to turn the systemon and off.VOLUME: Turn this knob to increase or to decreasevolum

Finding a StationBAND: Press this button to switch between FM1, FM2,or AM. The display will show your selection.TUNE: Turn this knob to select radio s

Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)AUDIO: Push the AUDIO knob until BASS, MID, orTREB appears on the display. Turn the knob to increaseor to decrease. If a

Radio Data System (RDS)Your audio system is equipped with a Radio DataSystem (RDS). RDS features are available for use onlyon FM stations that broadca

To use the PTY interrupt feature, press and hold theP-TYPE button until you hear a beep on the PTY youwant to interrupt with. When selected, an asteri

RDS MessagesALERT!: Alert warns of local or national emergencies.When an alert announcement comes on the currentradio station, ALERT! will appear on t

Radio MessagesCAL ERR (Calibration Error): Your audio system hasbeen calibrated for your vehicle from the factory. IfCAL ERR appears on the display it

The CD will begin to play automatically. As each newtrack starts to play, the track number will appear on thedisplay.To insert multiple CDs, do the fo

REMOVE CD will be displayed. You can now removethe CD. If the CD is not removed, after 25 seconds, theCD will be automatically pulled back into the re

sSEEK t: Press the left arrow to go to the start of thecurrent track, if more than ten seconds have passed.Press the right arrow to go to the next tra

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

4. Press and hold the SONG LIST button to save thetrack into memory. When SONG LIST is pressed abeep will be heard immediately. After two secondsof co

CD MessagesCHECK CD: If this message appears on the radiodisplay, it could be for one of the following reasons:• It is very hot. When the temperature

HeadphonesThe entertainment systemincludes dual channel,wireless headphones.The headphones havean ON/OFF switch,a channel A/B switchand a volume contr

Battery ReplacementTo change the batteries, do the following:1. Slide open the battery door located on the left sideof the headphones.2. Replace the t

Video ScreenThe video screen is located in the overhead console.To use the video screen, do the following:1. Push forward on the release button and th

DVD PlayerThe DVD player is located in the front floor console.The DVD player can be controlled by the buttons on theDVD player and by the buttons on t

Some DVDs will not allow you to fast forward or skipthe copyright information or previews. Some DVDs willbegin playing the movie automatically after t

Remote Control ButtonsR Volume Q: Press the up or the down arrow toincrease or to decrease volume.k (Play/Pause): Press this button to play a disc.Pre

Battery ReplacementTo change the batteries, do the following:1. Remove the screw and open the battery doorlocated on the back of the remote control.2.

Rear Seat Radio ControlsThe following functions are controlled by the RSAsystem buttons:PWR (Power): Press this button to turn RSA on or off.VOL (Volu

Stowable SeatYour vehicle may have a stowable seat. The stowableseat is a full bench seat and comes with the conveniencecenter. SeeConvenience Center

P.SET PROG (Preset Program): The front passengersmust be listening to something different for each ofthese functions to work:• Press this button to sc

Rear Seat Radio ControlsThe following functions are controlled by the RSAsystem buttons:RSA PWR (Power): Press this button to turn RSA onor off. The h

P.SET SCAN (Preset Scan): The front passengersmust be listening to something different for each of thesefunctions to work:• Press and hold this button

Audio Steering Wheel ControlsIf your vehicle has this feature, you can control certainradio functions using the buttons on your steering wheel.w SEEK

DVD DistortionYou may experience video distortion when operatingcellular phones, scanners, CB radios, Global PositionSystems (GPS)*, two-way radios, m

The broken tape detection feature of your cassette tapeplayer may identify the cleaning cassette as adamaged tape, in error. To prevent the cleaning c

Care of Your CD and DVD PlayerThe use of CD lens cleaner discs is not advised, due tothe risk of contaminating the lens of the CD opticswith lubricant

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

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

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

Removing the Stowable Seat1. Remove the convenience center, if it is in thevehicle. SeeConvenience Center on page 2-58for more information.2. Make sur

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

There is something else about drinking and driving thatmany people do not know. Medical research shows thatalcohol in a person’s system can make crash

BrakingBraking action involvesperception timeandreaction time.First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal.That isperception time.Then you hav

When you start your engine, or when you begin to driveaway, your anti-lock brake system will check itself.You may hear a momentary motor or clicking n

Remember: Anti-lock does not change the time youneed to get your foot up to the brake pedal or alwaysdecrease stopping distance. If you get too close

If your vehicle is in cruise control when the tractioncontrol system begins to limit wheel spin, the cruisecontrol will automatically disengage. When

All-Wheel Drive (AWD) SystemIf your vehicle has all-wheel drive (AWD), the AWDsystem operates automatically without any actionrequired by the driver.

The same thing can happen if you are steering througha sharp curve and you suddenly accelerate. Thosetwo control systems — steering and acceleration —

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

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

Replacing the Stowable Seat{CAUTION:If the seatback isn’t locked, it could moveforward in a sudden stop or crash. That couldcause injury to the person

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

Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice,gravel or other material is on the road. For safety,you will want to slow down and adjust your dr

Here are some tips on night driving.• Drive defensively.• Do not drink and drive.• Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reducethe glare from headlamp

Driving in Rain and on Wet RoadsRain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wetroad, you can not stop, accelerate or turn as well becauseyour ti

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

Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds. Therejust is not a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning.The best advice is to slow down when it is rai

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

Freeway DrivingMile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways,expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are thesafest of all roads. But they h

Before changing lanes, check your mirrors. Then useyour turn signal.Just before you leave the lane, glance quickly over yourshoulder to make sure ther

•Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids:Have you checkedall levels?•Lamps:Are they all working? Are the lenses clean?•Tires:They are vitally important to a sa

Make sure the seat is in its upright position beforebeginning this procedure.1. Place the front hooks of the seat onto the front floorpins in the third

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

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

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

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

Unless you have the anti-lock braking system, you willwant to brake very gently, too. (If you do have anti-lock,seeBraking on page 4-6. This system im

• Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you.If you have no blankets or extra clothing, makebody insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags

Then, shut the engine off and close the window almostall the way to preserve the heat. Start the engineagain and repeat this only when you feel really

By slowly spinning your wheels in the forward andreverse directions, you will cause a rocking motion thatmay free your vehicle. If that does not get y

Dinghy 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 with

Loading Your VehicleIt is very important to know how much weight yourvehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehiclecapacity weight and includes

{CAUTION:It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area,inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision,people riding in these areas are more likely

The Tire and Loading Information label also tells youthe size and recommended inflation pressure forthe original equipment tires on your vehicle. For m

Loading Your VehicleItem Description TotalAVehicle CapacityWeight for Example 1 =1,000 lbs (453 kg)BSubtract OccupantWeight 150 lbs(68 kg) × 2 =300 lb

Loading Your VehicleItem Description TotalAVehicle Capacity Weightfor Example 3 =1,000 lbs (453 kg)BSubtract OccupantWeight 200 lbs(91 kg) × 5 =1,000

The label shows the size of your original tires and theinflation pressures needed to obtain the gross weightcapacity of your vehicle. This is called th

Automatic Level ControlOn vehicles equipped with automatic level control, therear of the vehicle is automatically kept level as you loador unload your

Your vehicle can tow a trailer. To identify what thevehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle, you shouldread the information in “Weight of the

Three important considerations have to do with weight:• Weight of the trailer• Weight of the trailer tongue• Weight on your vehicle’s tiresWeight of t

If you are using a weight-carrying or a weight-distributinghitch, the trailer tongue weight (A) should be 10 percentto 15 percent of the total loaded

HitchesIt is important to have the correct hitch equipment.Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads area few reasons why you will need the ri

Driving with a Trailer{CAUTION:If you have a rear-most window open and youpull a trailer with your vehicle, carbonmonoxide (CO) could come into your v

Safety Warnings and SymbolsYou will find a number of safety cautions in this book.We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you aboutthings that could

Why Safety Belts WorkWhen you ride in or on anything, you go as fastas it goes.Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it’s just a seaton wheels.Put someon

Following DistanceStay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead asyou would when driving your vehicle without a trailer.This can help you avoid

Driving On GradesReduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you startdown a long or steep downgrade. If you do not shiftdown, you might have to use

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

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

Appearance Care ...5-92Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle ...5-92Care of Safety Belts ...

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

CAUTION: (Continued)•Be sure to use the proper nuts, bolts andother fasteners. “English” and “metric”fasteners can be easily confused. If youuse the w

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

AdditivesTo provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United Statesare now required to contain additives that will helpprevent engine and fuel system

Filling Your Tank{CAUTION:Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire cancause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to youand others, read and follow al

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

While refueling, let the fuel cap hang by the tetheras shown.{CAUTION:If you spill fuel and then something ignites it,you could be badly burned. Fuel

{CAUTION:If a fire starts while you are refueling, do notremove the nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel byshutting off the pump or by notifying thestation

Checking Things Underthe Hood{CAUTION:An electric fan under the hood can start upand injure you even when the engine is notrunning. Keep hands, clothi

3. Lift the hood.4. Pull forward on the hood prop to release it from itsstorage clip.The hood prop may be hot due to increased enginetemperatures unde

Engine Compartment OverviewWhen you lift the hood, you’ll see these items:5-12

A. Underhood Fuse Block.SeeFuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-101.B. Remote Positive (+) Terminal.SeeJump Starting on page 5-42.C. Windshield Washer

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

• SAE 5W-30As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 5W-30 isbest for your vehicle. However, if it is going to be0°F (–18°C) or above and SAE 5W-30 is nota

Notice:Use only engine oil identified as meetingGM Standard GM6094M and showing the AmericanPetroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Enginesstarburst

How to Reset the Change Engine OilMessageThe GM Oil Life System calculates when to change yourengine oil and filter based on vehicle use. Anytime youro

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 more dist

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

6. Latch the hooks to secure the panel in place. If thepanel moves easily, check that the tabs are seatedcorrectly in the slots.7. Put the duct back o

How to Check Automatic TransaxleFluidBecause this operation can be a little difficult, you maychoose to have this done at the dealership servicedepart

Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps:The dipstick is located toward the back of the enginecompartment, next to the brake master c

How to Add Fluid Automatic TransaxleFluidRefer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine whatkind of transaxle fluid to use. SeeRecommended Fluidsand Lu

What Engine Coolant to UseUse a mixture of one-halfclean, drinkable waterandone-half DEX-COOL®coolant which will not damagealuminum parts. If you use

Checking CoolantThe coolant recovery tankis located on the driver’sside of the vehicle,above the engine aircleaner/filter. SeeEngineCompartment Overvie

{CAUTION:You can be burned if you spill coolant on hotengine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol,and it will burn if the engine parts are hotenoug

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

If No Steam Is Coming From YourEngineIf you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear nosteam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimesthe e

Questions and Answers AboutSafety BeltsQ: Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after anaccident if I’m wearing a safety belt?A: Youcouldbe — whether you’

Cooling SystemWhen you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here is whatyou will see:A. Radiator Pressure CapB. Electric Engine Cooling FansC. Coolant

{CAUTION:Heater and radiator hoses, and other engineparts, can be very hot. Do not touch them.If you do, you can be burned.Do not run the engine if th

How to Add Coolant to the CoolantRecovery TankIf you have not found a problem yet, but the coolantlevel is not at or above the FULL COLD mark, adda 50

When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at orabove the FULL COLD mark, start your vehicle.If the overheat warning continues, there’s one more

1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap whenthe cooling system, including the radiator pressurecap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot.Turn

3. After the engine cools, open the coolant air bleedvalves.There are two bleed valves. One is located on thethermostat housing. The other is located

6. 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, the co

8. Then replace the pressure cap. At any time duringthis procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the fillerneck, reinstall the pressure cap. Be sure

Power Steering FluidWhen to Check Power Steering FluidIt is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluidunless you suspect there is a leak in

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

Driver PositionThis part describes the driver’s restraint system.Lap-Shoulder BeltThe driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here’s how to wearit properly.1.

BrakesBrake FluidYour brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT-3brake fluid. SeeEngine Compartment Overview onpage 5-12for the location of the

When your brake fluid falls to a low level, your brakewarning light will come on. SeeBrake System WarningLight on page 3-46.What to AddWhen you do need

Brake WearYour vehicle has front disc brakes and may have reardrum brakes or rear disc brakes.Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that makea

Replacing Brake System PartsThe braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its manyparts have to be of top quality and work well together ifthe vehicle i

Vehicle StorageIf you are not going to drive your vehicle for 25 daysor more, remove the black, negative (−) cable fromthe battery. This will help kee

Notice:Ignoring these steps could result in costlydamage to your vehicle that would not be coveredby your warranty.Trying to start your vehicle by pus

The terminal is locatedunder a tethered cap atthe front of the underhoodfuse block. SeeEngineCompartment Overview onpage 5-12for moreinformation on lo

{CAUTION:Fans or other moving engine parts can injureyou badly. Keep your hands away from movingparts once the engine is running.5. Check that the jum

8. Now connect the blacknegative (−) cable tothe negative (−)terminal of the goodbattery. Use a remotenegative (−) terminalif the vehicle has one.Do n

Notice:If the jumper cables are removed in thewrong order, electrical shorting may occur anddamage the vehicle. The repairs would not becovered by you

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

All-Wheel DriveIf you have an all-wheel-drive vehicle, be sure to performthe lubricant checks described in this section. However,they have two additio

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

Bulb ReplacementFor the type of bulbs, seeReplacement Bulbson page 5-56.For any bulb changing procedure not listed in thissection, contact your dealer

7. Install the new bulb through the black retainer ringand into the electrical connector. Tighten the blackretainer ring in place. Push the bulb firmly

9. Align the pins on the bottom of the headlampassembly with the holes in the lamp supportbracket.10. To reinstall the front turn signal/parking lampa

4. Unscrew the bulb socket from the lamp assemblyby pressing the tab while turning itcounterclockwise.5. Replace the bulb by pulling the old one out a

7. To reinstall the lamp assembly, line up and insertthe tabs on the back of the assembly in the slots inthe fender. Engage the lower clip on the back

4. Remove the bulb holder by pressing the fourretaining tabs and pulling the holder away fromthe assembly.A. Taillamp BulbB. Back-Up Lamp BulbC. Turn

Replacement BulbsFor any bulb not listed here contact your dealer.Lamp Bulb NumberBack-up Lamps (3rd from Top) 3156Front Sidemarker Lamps 194Front Tur

To remove the windshield wiper blade(s):1. Turn the wipers on to the lowest intermittent setting.2. Turn the ignition to OFF while the wipers are atth

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

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

(A) Tire Size Code: The tire size code is a combinationof letters and numbers used to define a particulartire’s width, height, aspect ratio, constructi

(F) Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG): Tiremanufacturers are required to grade tires based onthree performance factors: treadwear, traction andtempe

(A) Tire Size: The tire size code is a combination ofletters and numbers used to define a particulartire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction ty

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

(F) Tire Size: A combination of letters and numbersdefine a tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, constructiontype and service description. The letter “T

(A) Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire: The United Statesversion of a metric tire sizing system. The letter “LT”as the first two characters in the tire size

Belt: A rubber coated layer of cords that is locatedbetween the plies and the tread. Cords may be madefrom steel or other reinforcing materials.Bead:

Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight: The sum of curbweight; accessory weight; vehicle capacity weight;and production options weight.Normal Occupant Weight:

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

Q: 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 you

When to CheckCheck your tires once a month or more.Also, check the tire pressure of the compact spare tire.It should be at 60 psi (420 kPa).How to Che

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

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

{CAUTION:Mixing tires could cause you to lose controlwhile driving. If you mix tires of different sizesor types (radial and bias-belted tires), theveh

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

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

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

{CAUTION:Inflating something too much can make itexplode, and you or others could be injured.Be sure to read the inflator instructions, andinflate any ob

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

{CAUTION:Changing a tire can be dangerous. The vehiclecan slip off the jack and roll over or fall on youor other people. You and they could be badlyin

Q: 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 li

Removing the Spare Tire and ToolsThe tools you will needare located in the storagecompartment at therear of the vehicle, onthe passenger’s side.To rem

The tools you will be using include the jack (A),extension (B) and folding wrench (C).The compact spare tire is located under the rear of thevehicle.

3. To remove the compact spare tire from the cable,tilt the retainer at the end of the cable so it can bepulled up through the wheel opening.4. If you

Secondary Latch SystemYour vehicle may have an underbody mounted tire hoistassembly equipped with a secondary latch system. Itis designed to stop a ti

1. Place the jack under the vehicle, ahead of the rearbumper. Position the center lift point of the jackunder the center of the compact spare tire.2.

Removing the Wheel CoversIf the wheel has a center cap, use the handle of thefolding wrench to pry it off. Then, with the other end ofthe folding wren

2. Near each wheel,there is a notch inthe vehicle’s body.Position the jack andraise the jack headuntil it fits firmly intothe notch in thevehicle’s fram

3. Attach the foldingwrench to the jack,and turn the wrenchclockwise to raisethe jack head a fewinches.4. Raise the vehicle by turning the folding wre

7. Install the compact spare tire and put the wheelnuts back on with the rounded end of the nutstoward the wheel. Tighten each nut by hand untilthe wh

Notice:Improperly tightened wheel nuts can leadto brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoidexpensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheelnuts in t

Q: 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 wo

Storing the Spare Tire and Tools1. Lay the tire near the rear of the vehicle with thevalve stem down.2. If the vehicle has aluminum wheels, remove the

To put the cover back on, line up the tabs on the rightof the cover with the slots in the cover opening. Push thecover in place and push down the tab

A. CableB. Liftgate HingesC. DoorStriker4. Pull the cable through the door striker and thecenter of the wheel.5. Hook the cable ontothe outside portio

Compact Spare TireAlthough the compact spare tire was fully inflated whenyour vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time.Check the inflation pressure

Appearance CareRemember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Someare toxic. Others can burst into flames if you strike amatch or get them on a hot part

• Carefully scrape off any excess stain.• Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to aclean area often. A soft brush may be used ifstains are stubborn

Cleaning VinylUse warm water and a clean cloth.• Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. Youmay have to do this more than once.• Things like tar,

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

Before you enter an automatic car wash, if your vehicleis equipped with the optional power sliding door, be sureto have the switch for the power slidi

Cleaning Windshield, Backglass andWiper BladesIf the windshield is not clear after using the windshieldwasher, or if the wiper blade chatters when run

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

Q: 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 in

Cleaning TiresTo clean your tires, use a stiff brush with tire cleaner.Notice:Using petroleum-based tire dressingproducts on your vehicle may damage t

Vehicle Care/Appearance MaterialsSee your GM dealer for more information on purchasingthe following products.Vehicle Care/Appearance MaterialsDescript

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

Headlamp WiringThe headlamp wiring is protected by an internal circuitbreaker in the instrument panel fuse panel. An electricaloverload will cause the

Instrument Panel Fuse BlockThe instrument panelfuse block is located tothe right of the glovebox on the end of theinstrument panel.Pull the door open

Fuse UsagePASS KEY PASS-Key®III SystemPWR LOCK Power Door LocksHTD MIRROR Heated MirrorsRH T/LP Not UsedRR FOG LP Not UsedCIGAR/DIC/APO FRTCigarette L

Fuse UsageIGN 1BCM, Electronic Brake ControlIndicator Lamp Driver Module,Instrument Panel Cluster, Rear SideDoor Actuator Control Module,Rear Windows,

Underhood Fuse BlockThis fuse block is locatedin the engine compartment,in front of the windshieldwasher fluid reservoir.SeeEngine CompartmentOverview

Fuse Usage5Ignition Switch to Fuses (InstrumentPanel): ABS/TCS Ignition, Cruise,DRL, Electronic PRNDL, Ignition 1,AWD, PSD, Air Bag, Turn Signaland Po

Fuse Usage31Automatic Transaxle (TorqueConverter Clutch Solenoids)Stoplamp Switch to PowertrainControl Module32 Fuel Pump Relay33 Powertrain Control M

Q: 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 have

Capacities and SpecificationsThe following approximate capacities are given in English and metric measurements.Please refer toRecommended Fluids and Lu

Engine SpecificationsEngine VIN Code Transaxle Spark Plug GapV6 E Automatic 0.060 inches (1.52 mm)5-109

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

If you want to get service information, seeServicePublications Ordering Information on page 7-12.Owner Checks and Services on page 6-9tells you whatsh

Scheduled MaintenanceService Maintenance I Maintenance IIChange engine oil and filter. Reset oil life system. SeeEngine Oil onpage 5-13.An Emission Con

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

Additional Required Services (cont’d)Service25,000(41 500)50,000(83 000)75,000(125 000)100,000(166 000)125,000(207 500)150,000(240 000)Engine cooling

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

(c)Visually inspect hoses and have them replaced if theyare cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes,fittings and clamps; replace with genui

Owner Checks and ServicesThese owner checks and services should be performedat the intervals specified to help ensure the safety,dependability and emis

At Least Once a YearStarter Switch Check{CAUTION:When you are doing this inspection, thevehicle could move suddenly. If the vehiclemoves, you or other

Ignition Transaxle Lock CheckWhile parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turnthe ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position.• The key

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

Usage Fluid/LubricantCarrierAssembly –Differential(Rear DriveModule)and TransferCase (PowerTransfer Unit)VERSATRAK™ Fluid(GM Part No. U.S. 12378514,in

Normal Maintenance Replacement PartsPart GM®Part Number ACDelco®Part NumberEngine Air Cleaner/Filter 25099149 A1208CEngine Oil Filter 25010792 PF47Pas

Engine Drive Belt Routing Maintenance RecordAfter the scheduled services are performed, record thedate, odometer reading, who performed the serviceand

Maintenance RecordDateOdometerReadingServiced ByMaintenance I orMaintenance IIServices Performed6-16

Maintenance Record (cont’d)DateOdometerReadingServiced ByMaintenance I orMaintenance IIServices Performed6-17

The best way to protect the fetus is to protect themother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s morelikely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a cras

Maintenance Record (cont’d)DateOdometerReadingServiced ByMaintenance I orMaintenance IIServices Performed6-18

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

Customer Assistance andInformationCustomer Satisfaction ProcedureYour satisfaction and goodwill are important toyour dealer and to Oldsmobile. Normall

STEP THREE: Both General Motors and your dealerare committed to making sure you are completelysatisfied with your new vehicle. However, if you continue

Online Owner CenterThe Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownershipneeds. You can find your specific vehicle informationall in one place.The Owner C

United States – Customer AssistanceOldsmobile Customer Assistance CenterP.O. Box 33171Detroit, MI 48232-51711-800-442-65371-800-833-6537 (For Text Tel

GM Mobility Program for Personswith DisabilitiesThis program, available toqualified applicants, canreimburse you up to $1,000toward eligible aftermarke

• Emergency Tow: Tow to the nearest dealershipfor warranty service or in the event of avehicle-disabling accident. Assistance when thevehicle is mired

Canadian Roadside AssistanceVehicles purchased in Canada have an extensiveroadside assistance program accessible from anywherein Canada or the United

Public Transportation or FuelReimbursementIf your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs,reimbursement (five days maximum) may be availablefor the

Lap BeltIf your vehicle has a third row rear bench seat, someonecan sit in the center position.When you sit in the center position of the bench seat,y

Vehicle Data Collection and EventData RecordsYour vehicle, like other modern motor vehicles, has anumber of sophisticated computer systems that monito

In addition, once GM collects or receives data,GM may• use the data for GM research needs,• make it available for research where appropriateconfidentia

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

Service BulletinsService Bulletins give technical service informationneeded to knowledgeably service General Motors carsand trucks. Each bulletin cont

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AAccessory Inflator ... 5-74Accessory Power Outlets ... 3-27Adding Washer Fluid .

Audio System(s) (cont.)Theft-Deterrent Feature ... 3-96Understanding Radio Reception ... 3-98Automatic

CD Messages ... 3-73, 3-85Center Passenger Position, Safety Belts ... 1-37Chains, Tires ...

Content Theft-Deterrent System,Arming and Disarming ... 2-67Control of a Vehicle ...

Door (cont.)Power Sliding Door ... 2-17Power Sliding Warning Message ... 3-57Programmable Automati

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

Engine Specifications ... 5-109Entering Programming Mode ... 2-61Entertainment System ...

GGageEngine Coolant Temperature ... 3-48Fuel ... 3-52Speedometer ...

IIf No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine ... 5-27If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine ... 5-26If the Light Is Flashing ...

Lockout Deterrent ... 2-63Lockout Protection ... 2-13LocksAutomatic Doo

MirrorsManual Rearview Mirror ... 2-44Outside Convex Mirror ... 2-45Outside Heated Mirrors

PASS-Key®III Security Message ... 3-58Plan Ahead When Possible ... 7-8Playing a Cassette Tape ...

Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts ... 1-39Rear Seat Radio Controls ... 3-93, 3-95Rear Storage Area ...

SSafety BeltPretensioners ... 1-45Reminder Light ... 3-44Safety Be

Service Engine Soon Light in the United Statesor Check Engine Light in Canada ... 3-49Service Manuals ...

TTaillampsTurn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps ... 5-54TCS Warning Light ... 3-47Theft-Deterrent, Radio

2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks.In the third row, if the belt stops before it reachesthe buckle, tilt the latch plate and keep

Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case UnitRepair Manual ... 7-12Transportation Options ...

Vehicle Personalization (cont.)Exiting Programming Mode ... 2-69Last Door Locking and Lockout Deterrent ... 2-63Memory Se

When to Check Power Steering Fluid ... 5-36When to Inspect the Engine AirCleaner/Filter ... 5-

The 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 bones. An

To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle.Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides forChildren and Small AdultsRear safety belt comfort guides pr

1. Remove the guide from its storage pocket on theside of the seatback.2. Place the guide over the belt and insert thetwo edges of the belt into the s

These are some examples of symbols you may find on your vehicle:v

3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat.The guide must be on top of the belt.4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt asdescrib

Safety Belt PretensionersYour vehicle has safety belt pretensioners. You’ll findthem on the buckle end of the safety belts for the driverand right fron

Child RestraintsOlder ChildrenOlder children who have outgrown booster seats shouldwear the vehicle’s safety belts.If you have the choice, a child sho

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

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

Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles,they should have the protection provided by appropriaterestraints. Young children should not us

{CAUTION:Children who are up against, or very close to,any air bag when it inflates can be seriouslyinjured or killed. Air bags plus lap-shoulderbelts

For most basic types of child restraints, there aremany different models available. When purchasinga child restraint, be sure it is designed to beused

Child Restraint SystemsAn infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use ina motor vehicle, is an infant restraint system designed torestrain or posit

A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint forthe child’s body with the harness and also sometimeswith surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-li

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Q: How do child restraints work?A: A child restraint system is any device designedfor use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, orposition children. A

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

Top 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 top str

Don’t use a child restraint that requires a top strapin the right front passenger’s position because there’sno place to anchor the top strap.Anchor th

An anchor bar for a top strap is located at the rear ofthe seat cushion for each second and third row outboardseating position.The anchor bar for the

Lower Anchorages and Top Tethersfor Children (LATCH System)Your vehicle has the LATCH system. You will findanchors (A) in both second row captain’s cha

In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle,you need a child restraint designed for that system.To assist you in locatingthe lower anchors for th

Securing a Child Restraint Designedfor the LATCH System (Rear)1. Find the LATCH anchorages for the seatingposition you want to use, where the bottom o

For vehicles with a full bench seat in the third row,there is no top strap anchor in the driver’s side position.Do not secure a child seat in this pos

3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button ispositioned so you would be able to unbuckle thesafety belt quickly if you ever had to.4. Pull the r

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

5. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint,pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lapportion of the belt and feed the shou

Securing a Child Restraint in aCenter Seat PositionIf your child restraint is equipped with the LATCHsystem, seeLower Anchorages and Top Tethers forCh

3. Run the vehicle’s safety belt through or around therestraint. The child restraint instructions will showyou how.4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the r

Securing a Child Restraint in theRight Front Seat PositionIf your child restraint is equipped with the LATCHsystem, seeLower Anchorages and Top Tether

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 child restraint,pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten thelap portion of the belt and feed the shou

Air Bag SystemsThis part explains the frontal and side impact air bagsystems.Your vehicle has four air bags – a frontal air bag for thedriver, another

CAUTION: (Continued)The side impact air bags for the driver and rightfront passenger are designed to inflate only inmoderate to severe crashes where so

{CAUTION:Anyone who is up against, or very close to,any air bag when it inflates can be seriouslyinjured or killed. Air bags plus lap-shoulderbelts off

The 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 thedr

Air Bag Systems ...1-70Where Are the Air Bags? ...1-72When Should an Air Bag Infla

The 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 occu

When Should an Air Bag Inflate?The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal air bagsare designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontalor near-fro

How Does an Air Bag Restrain?In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions,even belted occupants can contact the steering wheelor the instr

CAUTION: (Continued)the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safeto do so. If you have breathing problems butcan’t get out of the vehicle after an

Servicing Your Air Bag-EquippedVehicleAir bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced.There are parts of the air bag systems in several placesarou

Replacing Restraint System PartsAfter a Crash{CAUTION:A crash can damage the restraint systems inyour vehicle. A damaged restraint system maynot prope

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Keys ...2-3Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-4Remote Keyless Entry Sy

Storage Areas ...2-51Glove Box ...2-51Cupholder(s) ...

Keys{CAUTION:Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignitionkey is dangerous for many reasons. They couldoperate the power windows or other controls o

Front SeatsManual SeatsUse the lever located onthe front of the seat toadjust the seat forward orrearward. Pull up thelever to unlock the seat.Slide t

Your vehicle has the PASS-Key®III vehicle theftsystem. The key has a transponder in the key head thatmatches a decoder in the vehicle’s steering colum

At times you may notice a decrease in range. This isnormal for any remote keyless entry system. If thetransmitter does not work or if you have to stan

With the content theft-deterrent system, the UNLOCKbutton on the remote keyless entry transmitter willdisarm the system. SeeContent Theft-Deterrent on

If the power sliding door(s) is locked, first unlock alldoors, then press the van symbol to open the powersliding door(s). The parking lamps will flash

Battery ReplacementUnder normal use, the battery in your remote keylessentry transmitter should last about three years.You can tell the battery is wea

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

To unlock the driver’s door from the outside with thekey, insert the key and turn it toward the front ofthe vehicle. If your vehicle has power door lo

Power Door LocksFrom the inside, press the front of the power door lockswitch, located on either front door, to unlock alldoors and the liftgate. With

Last Door Closed LockingThe last door closed locking feature will delay the powerlocking of the doors and liftgate for up to five secondsafter exiting

Sliding Door Delayed LockingIf either sliding door is open when you use the powerdoor locks to lock the vehicle, the sliding door thatis open will not