Buick LaCrosse 2017 Owner's Manual

LaCrosse Owner’s Manual
Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-9803782) - 2017 - crc - 4/28/16

Contents

Introduction . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Keys, Doors, and Windows . . . . . 26
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Instruments and Controls . . . . . . . 99
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . 154
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . . 161
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225
Service and Maintenance . . . . . 295
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308
Customer Information . . . . . . . . . 311
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . 322
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 335
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2 Introduction

Introduction

The names, logos, emblems, slogans, vehicle model names, and vehicle body designs appearing in this manual including, but not limited to, GM, the GM logo, BUICK, the BUICK Emblem, and LACROSSE are trademarks and/or service marks of General Motors LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors.
For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name General Motors of Canada Companyfor Buick Motor Division wherever it appears in this manual.
Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 23218796 A First Printing
This manual describes features that may or may not be on the vehicle because of optional equipment that was not purchased on the vehicle, model variants, country specifications, features/applications that may not be available in your region, or changes subsequent to the printing of this owner manual.
Refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm the features.
Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference.

Canadian Vehicle Owners

A French language manual can be obtained from your dealer, at www.helminc.com, or from:
Propriétaires Canadiens
On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à l'adresse suivante:
Helm, Incorporated Attention: Customer Service 47911 Halyard Drive Plymouth, MI 48170 USA

Using this Manual

To quickly locate information about the vehicle, use the Index in the back of the manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is in the manual and the page number where it can be found.

Danger, Warning, and Caution

Warning messages found on vehicle labels and in this manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or reduce them.
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2016 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved.
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Danger
{
Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which will result in serious injury or death.
Warning
{
Warning indicates a hazard that could result in injury or death.
A circle with a slash through it is a safety symbol which means Do Not,” “Do not do this,or Do not let this happen.

Symbols

The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component, control, message, gauge, or indicator.
M : Shown when the owner
Caution
Caution indicates a hazard that could result in property or vehicle damage.
manual has additional instructions or information.
* : Shown when the service
manual has additional instructions or information.
0 : Shown when there is more
information on another page see page.
Vehicle Symbol Chart
Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean. For more information on the symbol, refer to the Index.
9 : Airbag Readiness Light # : Air Conditioning ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) g : Audio Steering Wheel Controls
or OnStar
®
(if equipped)
$ : Brake System Warning Light " : Charging System
I : Cruise Control
` : Do Not Puncture ^ : Do Not Service
B : Engine Coolant Temperature
O : Exterior Lamps
_ : Flame/Fire Prohibited
# : Fog Lamps
. : Fuel Gauge
+ : Fuses
3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Changer
( : Heated Steering Wheel j : LATCH System Child Restraints
* : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure
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O : Power
/ : Remote Vehicle Start
> : Safety Belt Reminders
7 : Tire Pressure Monitor
d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak
a : Under Pressure
M : Windshield Washer Fluid
®
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In Brief

Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Initial Drive Information
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . . . 8
Stop/Start System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Trunk Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Memory Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Heated and Ventilated Seats . . . 12
Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . 12
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Passenger Sensing System . . . 13
Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . 14
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . . 16
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Vehicle Features
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . 18
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Driver Information
Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Forward Automatic
Braking (FAB) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) . . . . . . . 20
Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . . 20
Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . 20
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Parking Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Automatic Parking
Assist (APA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Universal Remote System . . . . . 21
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Performance and Maintenance
Traction Control/Electronic
Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . . . 23
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
E85 or FlexFuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . . 24
Driving for Better Fuel
Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Roadside Assistance
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
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Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview
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1. Air Vents 0 159.
2. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 147.
Fog Lamps 0 150.
Instrument Panel Illumination Control 0 151.
3. Turn and Lane-Change Signals 0 150.
4. Tap Shift Controls (If Equipped). See Manual Mode 0 184.
5. Instrument Cluster 0 107.
Driver Information Center (DIC) Display. See Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 121.
6. Windshield Wiper/ Washer 0 101.
7. Hazard Warning Flashers 0 149.
8. Light Sensor. See Automatic Headlamp System 0 148.
9. Infotainment 0 154.
10. Dual Automatic Climate Control System 0 155.
11. Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 189.
Parking Assist Button. See
Driver Assistance Systems 0 201.
SPORT Button (If Equipped). See Selective Ride
Control 0 191.
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 214
(If Equipped).
Automatic Parking Assist Button (If Equipped). See
Driver Assistance Systems 0 201.
12. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission 0 180.
13. ENGINE START/STOP Button (Out of View). See Ignition Positions 0 172.
14. Steering Wheel Controls. See the infotainment manual.
Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls. See Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 121.
15. Horn 0 101.
16. Steering Wheel Adjustment 0 100 (Out of View).
17. Cruise Control 0 191 (If Equipped).
Adaptive Cruise Control 0 193
(If Equipped).
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 206 (If Equipped).
Heated Steering Wheel 0 101
(If Equipped).
18. Head-Up Display (HUD) 0 124 (If Equipped).
19. Hood Release (Out of View). See Hood 0 228.
20. Front Storage.
21. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View). See Malfunction
Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) 0 113.
22. Electric Parking Brake 0 186.
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Initial Drive Information

This section provides a brief overview about some of the important features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle.
For more detailed information, refer to each of the features which can be found later in this owner manual.

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System

The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter may work up to 60 m (197 ft) away from the vehicle.

Stop/Start System

The vehicle is equipped with a fuel saving stop/start system to shut off the engine and help conserve fuel.
When the brakes are applied and the vehicle is at a complete stop, the engine may turn off. When the brake pedal is released or the accelerator pedal is pushed, the engine will restart.
See Starting the Engine 0 174.
With Remote Start Shown
Q : Press to lock all doors.
K : Press to unlock the driver door
or all doors.
Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized. See Vehicle Personalization 0 137.
X : Press twice quickly to release
the trunk.
7 : Press and release to initiate
vehicle locator. Press and hold for at least three seconds to sound the panic alarm. Press again to cancel the panic alarm.
See Keys 0 26 and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 27.

Remote Vehicle Start

If equipped, the engine can be started from outside of the vehicle.
Starting the Vehicle
1. Press and release Q on the
RKE transmitter.
2. Immediately press and hold for at least four seconds or until the turn signal lamps flash.
Start the vehicle normally after entering.
When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will turn on.
Remote start can be extended.
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Canceling a Remote Start
To cancel a remote start, do one of the following:
.
Press and hold parking lamps turn off.
.
Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
.
Turn the vehicle on and then off.
See Remote Vehicle Start 0 33.
/ until the

Door Locks

To lock or unlock the doors:
.
From inside the vehicle, use the power door lock controls. Pull once on the door handle to unlock it, and a second time to open it.
.
From outside, press the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, or use the key in the door. The key cylinder is covered with a cap. See Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 27.
See Door Locks 0 35.
Q or K on
Power Door Locks
The power door lock controls are on the front door panels.
K : Press to unlock all doors. Q : Press to lock all doors.
See Power Door Locks 0 36.
Keyless Access
The RKE transmitter must be within 1 m (3 ft) of the door being opened.
Press the button on the door handle to open. See Keyless Access Operation under Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 27.

Trunk Release

To open the trunk from outside the vehicle, press
the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
X twice quickly on
Press the bottom of the emblem above the license plate when all doors are unlocked.
To open the trunk from inside the vehicle, press and hold
driver door when the vehicle is off or in P (Park). See Trunk 0 38.
| on the
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Windows

Seat Adjustment

Power Seats
Press the switch to lower the window. Pull the switch up to raise it.
See Power Windows 0 45.
To adjust the seat:
.
Move the seat forward or rearward by moving the control forward or rearward.
.
Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down.
.
Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the rear of the control up or down.
See Power Seat Adjustment 0 51.
Lumbar Adjustment
Four-Way Shown, Two-Way
Similar
To adjust the lumbar support, if equipped:
.
Press and hold the front or rear of the control to increase or decrease lumbar support.
.
If equipped, press and hold the top or bottom of the control to raise or lower lumbar support.
See Lumbar Adjustment 0 52.
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Massage
If equipped, the ignition must be on to use the massage feature.
If equipped, press the massage button to use the massage feature. To stop massage, press this button again.
The massage feature will turn off after approximately 10 minutes. Press the massage button to restart the massage feature.
Reclining Seatbacks
Power Reclining Seatbacks
.
Tilt the top of the control rearward to recline.
.
Tilt the top of the control forward to raise.
See Reclining Seatbacks 0 52.

Memory Features

If equipped, the SET, 1, 2, and B (Exit) buttons on the driver door are used to manually store and recall memory settings for the driver seat. The driver memory buttons also store outside mirror, and power tilt and telescoping steering wheel positions (if equipped).
When Auto Memory Recall is enabled in the personalization menu, positions previously stored to memory buttons 1 and 2 are recalled when the ignition is changed from OFF to ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY.
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When Easy Exit Options is enabled in the personalization menu, the feature automatically recalls the current drivers previously stored exit position when exiting the vehicle.
See Memory Seats 0 53 and Vehicle Personalization 0 137.

Heated and Ventilated Seats

Heated and Ventilated Seat
Buttons Shown, Heated Seat
Buttons Similar
If equipped, the buttons are near the climate controls on the center stack. To operate, the ignition must be in ON/RUN.
Press
M or L to heat the driver or
passenger seat cushion.
C or {, if equipped, to
Press ventilate the driver or passenger seat. A ventilated seat has a fan that pulls or pushes air through the seat. The air is not cooled.
Press the button once for the highest setting. With each press of the button, the seat will change to the next lower setting, and then to the off setting. The lights near the heated or ventilated seat symbol on the button indicate three for the highest setting and one for the lowest.
See Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 0 55.

Head Restraint Adjustment

Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly.
To achieve a comfortable seating position, change the seatback recline angle as little as necessary while keeping the seat and the head restraint height in the proper position.
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See Head Restraints 0 50 and Reclining Seatbacks 0 52.

Safety Belts

Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly:
.
Safety Belts 0 58.
.
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 0 59.
.
Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 60.
.
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 84.

Passenger Sensing System

The passenger sensing system turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag under certain conditions. No other airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system. See Passenger Sensing System 0 71.
The passenger airbag status indicator will light on the overhead console when the vehicle is started. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 112.

Mirror Adjustment

Exterior
To adjust the mirrors:
1. Press
2. Press the control button below
Vehicles with the memory feature can store a preferred mirror position.
See Memory Seats 0 53 and Power Mirrors 0 43.
} or | to select the
driver or passenger mirror.
(left, right, up, or down) to adjust the mirror.
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Manual Folding Mirrors
The outside mirrors can be folded inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. To fold, pull the mirror toward the vehicle. Push the mirror outward to return it to the original position.
See Folding Mirrors 0 43.
Automatic Dimming Feature
If equipped, the driver outside mirror automatically dims to reduce the glare of headlamps from behind.
See Power Mirrors 0 43.
Turn Signal Indicator
The vehicle may have a turn signal indicator lamp built into the mirror housing. The turn signal lamp flashes when the turn signals or hazard flashers are used.
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
If equipped, automatic dimming reduces the glare of the headlamps from behind. This feature comes on when the vehicle is started. See
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror 0 44.

Steering Wheel Adjustment

Interior
Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind your vehicle.
To adjust the steering wheel:
1. Pull the lever down.
2. Move the steering wheel up or down.
3. Pull or push the steering wheel closer or away from you.
4. Pull the lever up to lock the steering wheel in place.
Power Tilt and Telescoping Steering Wheel
To adjust the steering wheel, if equipped:
Press the control to move the tilt and telescoping steering wheel up and down or forward and rearward.
Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.
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Interior Lighting

Dome Lamps
The dome lamp controls are in the overhead console.
To operate, press the following buttons:
j OFF : Press to turn off the
dome lamps when a door is open. An indicator light on the button will turn on when the dome lamp
override is activated. Press OFF again to deactivate this feature and the indicator light will turn off. The dome lamps will come on when doors are opened.
j
+ ON/OFF : Press to turn the dome lamps on manually.
Reading Lamps
There are front and rear reading lamps.
The front reading lamps are in the overhead console.
Press the lamp lenses to turn the front reading lamps on or off.
The rear reading lamps are over the rear passenger doors.
Press the lamp lenses to turn the rear reading lamps on or off.
For more information on interior lighting, see Instrument Panel Illumination Control 0 151.
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Exterior Lighting

The exterior lamp control is on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column.
There are four positions.
O : Turns off the automatic
headlamps and daytime running lamps (DRL). Turn to the off position again to turn the automatic headlamps or DRL back on.
AUTO : Turns the exterior lamps on and off automatically depending on outside lighting.
; : Turns on the parking lamps
including all lamps, except the headlamps.
5 : Turns on the headlamps
together with the parking lamps and instrument panel lights.
See:
.
Exterior Lamp Controls 0 147.
.
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) 0 148.

Windshield Wiper/Washer

With the ignition in ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/START, move the windshield wiper lever to select the wiper speed.
HI : Use for fast wipes.
LO : Use for slow wipes.
INT : Use for intermittent wipes. To
adjust wipe frequency, turn the band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes.
OFF : Use to turn the wipers off.
1x : For a single wipe, briefly move
the wiper lever down. For several wipes, hold the wiper lever down.
f : Pull the windshield wiper
lever toward you to spray windshield washer fluid and activate the wipers.
See Windshield Wiper/ Washer 0 101.
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Climate Controls

Dual Automatic Climate control System
The heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with this system.
Climate Control Buttons
1. Driver and Passenger Temperature Displays
2. Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls
3. Driver and Passenger Heated and Ventilated Seats (If Equipped)
4. Fan Controls
5. CLIMATE
6. MAX Defrost
7. Recirculation
8. Rear Window Defogger and Heated Outside Mirrors (If Equipped)
9. Power (ON/OFF)
10. AUTO (Automatic Operation)
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Climate Touch Screen Controls
1. Outside Temperature Display
2. Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls
3. Fan Control
4. Sync (Synchronized Temperature)
5. A/C (Air Conditioning)
6. Climate Control Selection (Application Tray Button)
7. Air Delivery Mode Control
See Dual Automatic Climate Control System 0 155.
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Transmission

Tap Shift
If equipped, Tap Shift allows you to shift an automatic transmission similar to a manual transmission. To use the Tap Shift feature:
1. When in D (Drive), pull back on the shift lever to enter M (Manual Mode).
2. Use Tap Shift to manually shift the automatic transmission.
3. To exit, pull back on the shift lever to go from M (Manual Mode) back to D (Drive).
See Manual Mode 0 184.

Vehicle Features

Infotainment System

See the infotainment manual for information on the radio, audio players, phone, navigation system, and voice or speech recognition. It also includes information on settings.

Steering Wheel Controls

The infotainment system can be operated by using the steering wheel controls. See "Steering Wheel Controls" in the infotainment manual.

Cruise Control

5 : Press to turn cruise control on
or off. A white indicator comes on in the instrument cluster.
RES+ : If there is a set speed in memory, press the control up briefly to resume to that speed or press and hold to accelerate. If cruise control is already engaged, use to increase vehicle speed.
SET: Press the control down briefly to set the speed and activate cruise control. If cruise control is already engaged, use to decrease vehicle speed.
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* : Press to disengage cruise
control without erasing the set speed from memory.
See Cruise Control 0 191 and Adaptive Cruise Control 0 193 (if equipped).

Driver Information Center (DIC)

The DIC display is in the instrument cluster. It shows the status of many vehicle systems.
S or T : Press S to open
application menus on the left. Press
T to open interaction menus on the
right.
V : Press to open a menu or select
a menu item. Press and hold to reset values on certain screens.
See Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 121.

Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System

If equipped, FCA may help avoid or reduce the harm caused by front-end crashes. FCA provides a
green indicator, is detected ahead. This indicator displays amber if you follow a vehicle much too closely. When approaching a vehicle ahead too quickly, FCA provides a flashing red alert on the windshield and rapidly beeps or pulses the driver seat.
See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 206.
y or z : Press to move up or
down in a list.
V, when a vehicle

Forward Automatic Braking (FAB)

If the vehicle has Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), it also has FAB, which includes Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA). When the system detects a vehicle ahead in your path that is traveling in the same direction that you may be about to crash into, it can provide a boost to braking or automatically brake the vehicle. This can help avoid or lessen the severity of crashes when driving in a forward gear.
See Forward Automatic Braking (FAB) 0 208.

Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) System

If equipped, the FPB system may help avoid or reduce the harm caused by front-end crashes with nearby pedestrians when driving in a forward gear. FPB displays an
amber indicator, pedestrian is detected directly ahead. When approaching a detected pedestrian too quickly,
~, when a nearby
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FPB provides a red flashing alert on the windshield and rapidly beeps or pulses the driver seat. FPB can provide a boost to braking or automatically brake the vehicle.
See Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) System 0 209.

Lane Keep Assist (LKA)

If equipped, LKA may help avoid crashes due to unintentional lane departures. It may assist by gently turning the steering wheel if the vehicle approaches a detected lane marking without using a turn signal in that direction. It may also provide a Lane Departure Warning (LDW) alert as the lane marking is crossed. The system will not assist or alert if it detects that you are actively steering. Override LKA by turning the steering wheel. LKA uses a camera to detect lane markings between 60 km/h (37 mph) and 180 km/h (112 mph).
See Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
0 213 and Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 214.

Lane Change Alert (LCA)

If equipped, the LCA system is a lane-changing aid that assists drivers with avoiding lane change crashes that occur with moving vehicles in the side blind zone (or spot) areas or with vehicles rapidly approaching these areas from behind. The LCA warning display will light up in the corresponding outside side mirror and will flash if the turn signal is on. The Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) system is included as part of the LCA system.
See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
0 211 and Lane Change Alert (LCA) 0 212.

Rear Vision Camera (RVC)

RVC displays a view of the area behind the vehicle on the infotainment display when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse) to aid with parking and low-speed backing maneuvers.
See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 202.

Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) System

If equipped, the RCTA system uses a triangle with an arrow displayed on the infotainment screen to warn of traffic behind your vehicle that may cross your vehicle's path while in R (Reverse). In addition, beeps will sound, or the driver seat will pulse.
See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 202.

Parking Assist

If equipped, Rear Parking Assist (RPA) uses sensors on the rear bumper to assist with parking and avoiding objects while in R (Reverse). It operates at speeds less than 8 km/h (5 mph). RPA may display a warning triangle on the Rear Vision Camera screen and a graphic on the instrument cluster to provide the object distance. In addition, multiple beeps or seat pulses may occur if very close to an object.
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See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 202.

Power Outlets

Automatic Parking Assist (APA)

If equipped, the APA system helps to search for and maneuver the vehicle into parallel or perpendicular parking spots using automatic steering, DIC displays, and beeps. When the vehicle speed is below
30 km/h (18 mph), press enable the system.
See Automatic Parking Assist (APA)under Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 202.
O to
The 12-volt power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 player.
The vehicle has three power outlets:
.
Under the front of the center console.
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Inside the center console storage.
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On the rear of the center console.
Open the protective cover to use the power outlet.
The outlet is powered when the ignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/ ACCESSORY, or until the driver door is opened within 10 minutes of turning off the vehicle. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 177.
See Power Outlets 0 103.

Universal Remote System

If equipped, this system provides a way to replace up to three remote control transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers, security systems, and home automation devices.
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Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the Universal Remote system. Because of the steps involved, it may be helpful to have another person available to assist with programming the Universal Remote system.
See Universal Remote System 0 144.

Sunroof

On vehicles with a sunroof, the switches are on the overhead console.
The ignition must be on, in ACC/ ACCESSORY, or Retained Accessory Power (RAP) must be active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 177.
Sunroof Switch
Express-Open/Express-Close : To
express-open the sunroof, fully press and release
express-close, fully press and release
partway, press either switch a second time.
The sunshade opens automatically with the sunroof.
Open/Close (Manual Mode) : To open the sunroof, press and hold
g (1). To stop the sunroof
~ (1). To
~ (1). To close the sunroof, press
and hold
1. Sunroof Switch
2. Power Sunshade
Switch (Rear)
3. Power Sunshade Switch
(Sunroof)
sunroof partway, release the switch.
The sunshade opens automatically with the sunroof.
g (1). To stop the
Vent : Press sunroof. Press
sunroof vent.
Power Sunshade Switch (Sunroof)
Open/Close : Press
the front sunshade. Press close the front sunshade.
The vehicle has an automatic reversal system that stops the sunroof from closing when the reversal system detects an object in its path.
See Sunroof 0 47.
~ (1) to vent the
g (1) to close the
C (3) to open
g (3) to
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Performance and Maintenance

Traction Control/ Electronic Stability Control

The Traction Control System (TCS) limits wheel spin. The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started.
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To turn off TCS, press and release stack.
appropriate DIC message is displayed. See Ride Control System Messages 0 133.
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Press and release turn on TCS.
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To turn off both TCS and StabiliTrak, press and hold until i and g illuminate and the
appropriate DIC message is displayed. See Ride Control System Messages 0 133.
g on the center
i illuminates and the
g again to
g
Press and release both systems.
See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 189.

Tire Pressure Monitor

This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
The low tire pressure warning light alerts to a significant loss in pressure of one of the vehicle's tires. If the warning light comes on, stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires to the recommended pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Vehicle Load Limits 0 168. The warning light will remain on until the tire pressure is corrected.
g to turn on
The low tire pressure warning light may come on in cool weather when the vehicle is first started, and then turn off as the vehicle is driven. This may be an early indicator that the tire pressures are getting low and the tires need to be inflated to the proper pressure.
The TPMS does not replace normal monthly tire maintenance. Maintain the correct tire pressures.
See Tire Pressure Monitor System 0 262.

Fuel

Regular Fuel
Use only unleaded gasoline rated 87 octane or higher in your vehicle. Do not use gasoline with an octane rating lower as it may result in vehicle damage and lower fuel economy. See Fuel 0 215.
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E85 or FlexFuel

No E85 or FlexFuel
Gasoline-ethanol fuel blends greater than E15 (15% ethanol by volume), such as E85, cannot be used in this vehicle.

Engine Oil Life System

The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and displays the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message when it is time to change the engine oil and filter. The oil life system should be reset to 100% only following an oil change.
Resetting the Oil Life System
1. Using the DIC controls on the right side of the steering wheel, display REMAINING OIL LIFE on the DIC. See Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 121. When remaining oil life is low, the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will appear on the display. See Engine Oil Messages 0 130.
2. Press
See Engine Oil Life System 0 232.
V on the DIC controls
and hold down for a few seconds to clear the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message and reset the oil life at 100%.
Be careful not to reset the oil life display accidentally at any time other than after the oil is changed. It cannot be reset accurately until the next oil change.

Driving for Better Fuel Economy

Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible.
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Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly.
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Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops.
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Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time.
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When road and weather conditions are appropriate, use cruise control.
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Always follow posted speed limits or drive more slowly when conditions require.
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Keep vehicle tires properly inflated.
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Combine several trips into a single trip.
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Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire's sidewall near the size.
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Follow recommended scheduled maintenance.

Roadside Assistance Program

U.S.: 1-800-252-1112
TTY Users (U.S. Only): 1-888-889-2438
Canada: 1-800-268-6800
New Buick owners are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance Program.
See Roadside Assistance Program 0 315.
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Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keys and Locks

Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . 33
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . 37
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Automatic Dimming Mirror . . . . . 43
Reverse Tilt Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Interior Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . 44
Automatic Dimming Rearview
Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Windows
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Rear Window Sunshade . . . . . . . 47
Roof
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Doors
Trunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Vehicle Security
Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Vehicle Alarm System . . . . . . . . . 40
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . . . 41
Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Keys and Locks

Keys

Warning
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Leaving children in a vehicle with a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is dangerous and children or others could be seriously injured or killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the RKE transmitter in the vehicle, and children or others could be caught in the path of a closing window. Do not leave children in a vehicle with an RKE transmitter.
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If it becomes difficult to turn the key in a vehicle lock, inspect the key blade for debris. Periodically clean with a brush or pick.
See your dealer if a new key is needed.
With an active OnStar subscription, an OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle. See OnStar Overview 0 325.
The vehicle has the keyless ignition. The key can be used for the locks.
Press the button on the RKE transmitter to access the key.

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System

See Radio Frequency Statement 0 321.
If there is a decrease in the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) operating range:
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Check the distance. The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle.
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Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal.
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Check the transmitter's battery. See Battery Replacementlater in this section.
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If the transmitter is still not working correctly, see your dealer or a qualified technician for service.

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation

The Keyless Access system allows for vehicle entry when the transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft). See Keyless Access Operationlater in this section.
The transmitter functions may work up to 60 m (197 ft) away from the vehicle.
Other conditions can impact the performance of the transmitter.
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K : Press to unlock the driver door.
Press again within five seconds to unlock all doors. The RKE transmitter can be programmed to unlock all doors on the first button press. See Vehicle Personalization 0 137.
The turn signal indicators may flash to indicate unlocking. See Vehicle Personalization 0 137.
K will disarm the
Q : Press to lock all doors.
The turn signal indicators may flash and/or the horn may sound on the second press to indicate locking. See Vehicle Personalization 0 137.
If the driver door is open when pressed and enabled through vehicle personalization, all doors will lock and the driver door will immediately unlock.
If the passenger door is open when
Q is
Pressing theft-deterrent system. See Vehicle Alarm System 0 40.
Memory seat positions may be recalled when unlocking the vehicle. See Memory Seats 0 53 and Vehicle Personalization 0 137.
X : Press twice quickly to release
the trunk.
7 : Press and release to initiate
vehicle locator. The exterior lamps flash and the horn chirps three times.
Q is pressed, all doors lock.
Pressing theft-deterrent system. See Vehicle Alarm System 0 40.
Q may also arm the
Press and hold three seconds to sound the panic alarm. The horn sounds and the
turn signals flash until again or the vehicle is started.
7 for at least
7 is pressed
/ : If equipped, press Q and
release and then immediately press and hold
four seconds to start the engine from outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter. See Remote Vehicle Start 0 33.
Keyless Access Operation
If equipped with a Keyless Access system, it allows for locking and unlocking the doors and accessing the trunk without removing the RKE transmitter from your pocket, purse, briefcase, etc. The RKE transmitter should be within 1 m (3 ft) of the trunk or door being opened. If the vehicle has this feature, there will be buttons on the outside of the door handles.
/ for at least
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Keyless Access can be programmed to unlock all doors on the first unlock/lock button press from the driver door. See Vehicle Personalization 0 137.
Keyless Unlocking/Locking from the Driver Door
When the doors are locked and the RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of the driver door handle, pressing the lock/unlock button on the driver door handle will unlock the driver door. If the lock/unlock button is pressed again within five seconds, all passenger doors will unlock.
Pressing the lock/unlock button will cause all doors to lock if any of the following occur:
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It has been more than five seconds since the first lock/ unlock button press.
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Two lock/unlock button presses were used to unlock all doors.
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Any vehicle door has opened and all doors are now closed.
Keyless Unlocking/Locking from Passenger Doors
When the doors are locked and the RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of the door handle, pressing the lock/unlock button on that door handle will unlock all doors.
Pressing the lock/unlock button will cause all doors to lock if any of the following occur:
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The lock/unlock button was used to unlock all doors.
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Any vehicle door has opened and all doors are now closed.
Passive Locking
With Keyless Access the vehicle will lock several seconds after all doors are closed if the vehicle is off and at least one transmitter has been removed or none remain in the interior.
If other electronic devices interfere with the RKE transmitter signal, the vehicle may not detect the RKE transmitter inside the vehicle. If passive locking is enabled, the doors may lock with the RKE transmitter inside the vehicle. Do not leave the RKE transmitter in an unattended vehicle.
To customize the doors to automatically lock when exiting the vehicle, see Vehicle Personalization 0 137.
Temporary Disable of Passive Locking Feature
Temporarily disable passive locking by pressing and holding
interior door switch with a door open for at least four seconds, or until three chimes are heard. Passive locking will then remain disabled
K on the
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