Saturn Sky 2008 User Manual

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2008 Saturn SKY Owner Manual M

Seats and Restraint Systems

Front Seats Safety Belts Child Restraints Airbag System Restraint System Check

Features and Controls

Keys Doors and Locks Windows Theft-Deterrent Systems Starting and Operating Your Vehicle Mirrors

OnStar Storage Areas Convertible Top

Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview Climate Controls Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators Driver Information Center (DIC) Audio System(s)

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System

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Driving Your Vehicle

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle Towing

Service and Appearance Care

Service Fuel Checking Things Under the Hood Rear Axle Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Tires Appearance Care Vehicle Identiﬁcation Electrical System Capacities and Speciﬁcations

Maintenance Schedule

Customer Assistance Information

Customer Assistance and Information Reporting Safety Defects Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy

Index

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SATURN and the SATURN Emblem are registered trademarks of Saturn Corporation. GENERAL MOTORS and GM are registered trademarks and the name SKY is a trademark of General Motors Corporation.

This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes after that time without further notice.

This manual describes features that may be available in this model, but your vehicle may not have all of them. For example, more than one entertainment system may be offered or your vehicle may have been ordered without a front passenger or rear seats.

Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference.

Canadian Owners

A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer/retailer or from:

Helm, Incorporated P.O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207

1-800-551-4123 www.helminc.com

Propriétaires Canadiens

On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès de concessionnaire ou à l’adresse suivante:

Helm Incorporated P.O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207

1-800-551-4123 www.helminc.com

Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 15859547 A First Printing

Using this Manual

Many people read the owner manual from beginning to end when they ﬁrst receive their new vehicle to learn about the vehicle’s features and controls. Pictures and words work together to explain things.

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These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people.

Index

A good place to quickly locate information about the vehicle is 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.

Safety Warnings and Symbols

There are a number of safety cautions in this book. A box with the word CAUTION is used to tell about things that could hurt you or others if you were to ignore the warning.

We tell you what the hazard is and what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard. Please read these cautions. If you do not, you or others could be hurt.

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.”

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Vehicle Damage Warnings

Vehicle Symbols

You will also ﬁnd notices in this manual.

Notice: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle.

A notice tells about something that can damage the vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your vehicle’s warranty, and it could be costly. The notice tells what to do to help avoid the damage.

When you read other manuals, you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words.

There are also warning labels on the vehicle which use the same words, CAUTION or NOTICE.

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, gage, or indicator.

Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems

Front Seats ......................................................1-2

Manual Seats ................................................1-2

Seat Height Adjuster .......................................1-2

Reclining Seatbacks ........................................1-3

Seatback Latches ...........................................1-5

Safety Belts .....................................................1-6

Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone .................1-6

How to Wear Safety Belts Properly .................1-11

Lap-Shoulder Belt .........................................1-19

Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy ..................1-21

Safety Belt Extender .....................................1-22

Child Restraints .............................................1-22

Older Children ..............................................1-22

Infants and Young Children ............................1-26

Child Restraint Systems .................................1-29

Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children

(LATCH) ..................................................1-31

Securing a Child Restraint in the

Right Front Seat Position ............................1-32

Airbag System ...............................................1-36

Where Are the Airbags? ................................1-38

When Should an Airbag Inﬂate? .....................1-40

What Makes an Airbag Inﬂate? .......................1-41

How Does an Airbag Restrain? .......................1-41

What Will You See After an

Airbag Inﬂates? .........................................1-42

Passenger Sensing System ............................1-43

Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...........1-48

Adding Equipment to Your

Airbag-Equipped Vehicle .............................1-48

Restraint System Check ..................................1-50

Checking the Restraint Systems ......................1-50

Replacing Restraint System Parts

After a Crash ............................................1-51

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Front Seats

Manual Seats

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You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do not want to. Adjust the driver’s seat only when the vehicle is not moving.

Lift the lever located under the front of the seat to unlock it.

Slide the seat to where you want it and release the lever. Try to move the seat with your body to be sure the seat is locked in place.

Seat Height Adjuster

Your vehicle may have a power driver’s seat height adjuster.

The switch is located on the front of the driver’s seat on the outboard side. To use the adjuster, ﬁrst move the seat to where you want it. See Manual Seats on page 1-2. To raise or lower the seat, hold the switch up or down.

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Reclining Seatbacks

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To adjust the seatback, turn the knob on the outboard side of the seatback until the seatback is in the desired position.

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{CAUTION:

Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts cannot do their job when you are reclined like this.

The shoulder belt cannot do its job. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries.

The lap belt cannot do its job either. In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at your pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries.

For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion, have the seatback upright. Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly.

Do not have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving.

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Seatback Latches

The seats have a latch located on the outboard side near the top of the seatback that enables the front seatback(s) to fold forward.

This allows access to the map pocket on the rear of the seatback.

To fold the seatback forward, lift the latch and push the seatback forward.

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If the seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked.

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Safety Belts

Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone

This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts.

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Do not let anyone ride where he or she cannot wear a safety belt properly. If you are in a crash and you are not wearing a safety belt, your injuries can be much worse. You can hit things inside the vehicle harder or be ejected from it and be seriously injured or killed. In the same crash, you might not be, if you are buckled up. Always fasten your safety belt, and check that your passenger(s) are restrained properly too.

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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 to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly.

Your vehicle has indicators as a reminder to buckle your safety belts. See Safety Belt Reminders on page 3-23.

In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the law requires wearing safety belts. Here is why:

You never know if you will be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you do not know if it will be a serious one.

A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up, a person would not survive. But most crashes are in between. In many of them, people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away. Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed.

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After more than 40 years of safety belts in vehicles, the facts are clear. In most crashes buckling up does matter... a lot!

Why Safety Belts Work

When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes.

Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it is just a seat on wheels.

Put someone on it.

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Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop.

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The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield...

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 distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That is why safety belts make such good sense.

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Questions and Answers About Safety Belts

Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if

I am wearing a safety belt?

A: You could be — whether you are wearing a safety

belt or not. But your chance of being conscious during and after an accident, so you can unbuckle and get out, is much greater if you are belted. And you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you are upside down.

Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why should I have to

wear safety belts?

A: Airbags are supplemental systems only; so they

work with safety belts — not instead of them. Whether or not an airbag is provided, all occupants still have to buckle up to get the most protection. That is true not only in frontal collisions, but especially in side and other collisions.

Q: If I am a good driver, and I never drive far from

home, why should I wear safety belts?

A: You may be an excellent driver, but if you are in a

crash — even one that is not your fault — you and your passenger(s) can be hurt. Being a good driver does not protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers.

Most accidents occur within 25 miles (40 km) of home. And the greatest number of serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph (65 km/h).

Safety belts are for everyone.

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How to Wear Safety Belts Properly

This section is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about

safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and babies. If a child will be riding in your vehicle, see Older Children on page 1-22 or Infants and Young Children on page 1-26. Follow those rules for everyone’s protection.

It is very important for all occupants to buckle up. Statistics show that unbelted people are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts.

Occupants who are not buckled up can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash. And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts.

First, before you or your passenger(s) wear a safety belt, there is important information you should know.

Sit up straight and always keep your feet on the ﬂoor in front of you. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones and you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force on your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces.

The shoulder belt locks if there is a sudden stop or crash.

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Q: What is wrong with this?

A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give nearly

as much protection this way.

{CAUTION:

You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should ﬁt snugly against your body.

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Q: What is wrong with this?

A: The lap belt is too loose. It will not give as much

protection this way.

{CAUTION:

You can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose. In a crash, you could slide under the lap belt and apply force on your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The lap belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs.

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Q: What is wrong with this?

A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place.

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You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not on the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you.

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Q: What is wrong with this?

A: The belt is over an armrest.

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You can be seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt. The belt force would then be applied on the abdomen, not on the pelvic bones, and that could cause serious or fatal injuries. Be sure the belt goes under the armrests.

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Q: What is wrong with this?

A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should

be worn over the shoulder at all times.

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You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which are not as strong as shoulder bones. You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest.

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Q: What is wrong with this?

A: The belt is behind the body.

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You can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a crash, you would not be restrained by the shoulder belt. Your body could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury. You might also slide under the lap belt. The belt force would then be applied right on the abdomen. That could cause serious or fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest.

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Q: What is wrong with this?

A: The belt is twisted across the body.

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You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer/retailer to ﬁx it.

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Lap-Shoulder Belt

All seating positions in your vehicle have a lap-shoulder belt.

Here is how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly.

1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is adjustable, so you can sit up straight. To see how, see “Seats” in the Index.

2. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted.

The lap-shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly.

If you ever pull the shoulder portion of a passenger belt out all the way, you may engage the child restraint locking feature. If this happens, just let the belt go back all the way and start again.

3. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure.

If the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 1-22.

Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if necessary.

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4. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the shoulder belt.

It may be necessary to pull stitching on the safety belt through the latch plate to fully tighten the lap belt on smaller occupants.

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To unlatch the belt, push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. When the safety belt is not in use, slide the latch plate up the safety belt webbing. The latch plate should rest on the stitching on the safety belt, near the guide loop.

Before you close a door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle.

Safety Belt Pretensioners

Your vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for front outboard occupants. Although you cannot see them, they are part of the safety belt assembly. They can help tighten the safety belts during the early stages of a moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crash if the threshold conditions for pretensioner activation are met.

Pretensioners work only once. If they activate in a crash, you will need to get new ones, and probably other new parts for your safety belt system. See Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash on page 1-51.

Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy

Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts.

A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible, below the rounding, throughout the pregnancy.

The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly.

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Safety Belt Extender

If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it.

But if a safety belt is not long enough, your dealer/retailer will order you an extender. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will be long enough for you. To help avoid personal injury, do not let someone else use it, and use it only for the seat it is made to ﬁt. The extender has been designed for adults. Never use it for securing child seats. To wear it, attach it to the regular safety belt. For more information, see the instruction sheet that comes with the extender.

Child Restraints

Older Children

Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle’s safety belts.

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The manufacturer’s instructions that come with the booster seat, state the weight and height limitations for that booster. Use a booster seat with a lap-shoulder belt until the child passes the below ﬁt test:

• Sit all the way back on the seat. Do the knees bend

at the seat edge? If yes, continue. If no, return to the booster seat.

• Buckle the lap-shoulder belt. Does the shoulder belt

rest on the shoulder? If yes, continue. If no, then return to the booster seat.

• Does the lap belt ﬁt low and snug on the hips,

touching the thighs? If yes, continue. If no, return to the booster seat.

• Can proper safety belt ﬁt be maintained for the

length of the trip? If yes, continue. If no, return to the booster seat.

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

get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck. The lap belt should ﬁt snugly below the hips, just touching the top of the thighs. This applies belt force to the child’s pelvic bones in a crash. It should never be worn over the abdomen, which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash.

According to accident statistics, children and infants are safer when properly restrained in rear seating positions than in the front seating positions.

In a crash, children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up, or can be thrown out of the vehicle. Older children need to use safety belts properly.

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Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt.

The belt cannot properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time.

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{CAUTION:

Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a

lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. In a crash, the child would not be restrained by the shoulder belt. The child might slide under the lap belt. The belt force would then be applied right on the abdomen. That could cause serious or fatal injuries. The child could also move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest.

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Infants and Young Children

Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle.

Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have the protection provided by appropriate restraints. Children who are not restrained properly can strike other people, or can be thrown out of the vehicle. In addition, young children should not use the vehicle’s adult safety belts alone; they need to use a child restraint.

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Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck and the safety belt continues to tighten. Never leave children unattended in a vehicle and never allow children to play with the safety belts.

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People should never hold an infant in their arms while riding in a vehicle. An infant does not weigh much — until a crash. During a crash an infant will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it. For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12 lb (5.5 kg) infant will suddenly become a 240 lb (110 kg) force on a person’s arms. An infant should be secured in an appropriate restraint.

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Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inﬂates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older

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children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them. Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide.

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Q: What are the different types of add-on child

restraints?

A: Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by the

vehicle’s owner, are available in four basic types. Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child’s weight, height, and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used.

For most basic types of child restraints, there are many different models available. When purchasing a child restraint, be sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle. If it is, the restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards.

The restraint manufacturer’s instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular child restraint. In addition, there are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs.

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Newborn infants need complete support, including support for the head and neck. This is necessary because a newborn infant’s neck is weak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body. In a crash, an infant in a rear-facing seat settles into the restraint, so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part of an infant’s body, the back and shoulders. Infants should always be secured in appropriate infant restraints.

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{CAUTION:

The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child, for whom the safety belts are designed. A young child’s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle’s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should. Instead, it may settle up around the child’s abdomen. In a crash, the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony structure. This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries. Young children should always be secured in appropriate child restraints.

Child Restraint Systems

A rear-facing infant seat (A) provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant.

The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint.

A forward-facing child seat (B) provides restraint for the child’s body with the harness.

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Securing an Add-on Child Restraint in the Vehicle

{CAUTION:

A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Make sure the child restraint is properly installed in the vehicle using the vehicle’s safety belt, following the instructions that came with that restraint, and also the instructions in this manual.

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

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To help reduce the chance of injury, the child restraint must be secured in the vehicle. Child restraint systems must be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a lap-shoulder belt. A child can be endangered in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle.

When securing an add-on child restraint, refer to the instructions that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both, and to this manual. The child restraint instructions are important, so if they are not available, obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer.

Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle. Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle — even when no child is in it.

Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint

{CAUTION:

A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child is not properly secured in the child restraint. Because there are different systems, it is important to refer to the instructions that come with the restraint. Make sure the child is properly secured, following the instructions that came with that restraint.

Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)

Some child restraints have a LATCH system. As part of the LATCH system, your child restraint may have lower attachments and/or a top tether. The LATCH system can help hold the child restraint in place during driving or in a crash. Some vehicles have lower and/or top tether anchors designed to secure a child restraint with lower attachments and/or a top tether.

Some child restraints with a top tether are designed to be used whether the top tether is anchored or not. Other child restraints require that the top tether be anchored. A national or local law may require that the top tether be anchored.

In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached.

Your vehicle does not have lower anchors or top tether anchors to secure a child restraint with the LATCH system. If a national or local law requires that your top tether be anchored, do not use a child restraint in this vehicle because a top tether cannot be properly anchored. You must use the safety belts to secure your child restraint in this vehicle, unless a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored. Refer to your child restraint instructions and instructions in this manual for securing a child restraint using the vehicle’s safety belts.

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Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position

CAUTION: (Continued)

Your vehicle has airbags. In addition, your vehicle has a passenger sensing system which is designed to turn off the right front passenger’s frontal airbag under certain conditions. See Passenger Sensing System on

page 1-43 and Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 3-25 for more information on this, including

important safety information. A label on your sun visor says, “Never put a rear-facing

child seat in the front.” This is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag deploys.

{CAUTION:

A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger’s airbag inﬂates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inﬂating airbag.

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Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger’s frontal airbag if the system detects a rear-facing child restraint, no system is fail-safe, and no one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance, even though it is turned off. We recommend that rear-facing child restraints be secured in a rear seat, even if the airbag is off.

If you secure a forward-facing child restraint in the right front seat, always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go. It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat.

See Passenger Sensing System on page 1-43 for additional information.

If your child restraint has the LATCH system, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 1-31

for how to install your child restraint using LATCH.

If you secure a child restraint using a safety belt and it uses a top tether, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 1-31 for top tether anchor locations.

Do not secure a child seat in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored.

In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached.

You will be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position. Follow the instructions that came with the child restraint.

1. Move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the forward-facing child restraint.

When the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger’s frontal airbag, the off indicator on the passenger airbag status indicator should light and stay lit when you start the vehicle. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 3-25.

2. Put the child restraint on the seat.

3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how.

4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Make sure the release button is positioned so you

would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if necessary.

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5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock.

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6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. If you are using a forward-facing child restraint, you may ﬁnd it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.

7. If your child restraint manufacturer recommends using a top tether anchor, attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor. Refer to the instructions that came with the child restraint and to Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 1-31.

8. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure.

If the airbag is off, the off indicator in the passenger airbag status indicator will come on and stay on when the vehicle is started.

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

If, after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, check to make sure that the vehicle’s seatback is not pressing the child restraint into the seat cushion. If this happens, slightly recline the vehicle’s seatback and adjust the seat cushion if possible.

Remove any additional material from the seat such as blankets, cushions, seat covers, seat heaters or seat massagers before reinstalling or securing the child restraint.

If the on indicator is still lit, do not install a child restraint in this vehicle and check with your dealer/retailer.

To remove the child restraint, unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way.

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Airbag System

Your vehicle has the following airbags:

• A frontal airbag for the driver.

• A frontal airbag for the right front passenger.

For frontal airbags, the word AIRBAG will appear on the middle part of the steering wheel for the driver and on the instrument panel for the right front passenger.

Airbags are designed to supplement the protection provided by safety belts. Even though today’s airbags are also designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inﬂating bag, all airbags must inﬂate very quickly to do their job.

Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system:

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You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you are not wearing your safety belt — even if you have airbags. Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it. Airbags are “supplemental restraints” to the safety belts. All airbags are designed to work with safety belts, but do not replace them.

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Airbags are designed to deploy in moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crashes. They are not designed to inﬂate in rollover, rear crashes, or in many side crashes. And, for some unrestrained occupants, airbags may provide less protection in frontal crashes than more forceful airbags have provided in the past. Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly — whether or not there is an airbag for that person.

Airbags inﬂate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. Anyone who is up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inﬂates can be seriously injured or killed. Do not sit unnecessarily close to the airbag, as you would be if you were sitting on the edge of your seat or leaning forward. Safety belts help keep you in position before and during a crash. Always wear your safety belt, even with airbags. The driver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle.

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{CAUTION:

Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them. Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide. Always secure children properly in your vehicle. To read how, see Older Children

on page 1-22 or Infants and Young Children on page 1-26.

There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol.

The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3-24 for more information.

Where Are the Airbags?

The driver’s frontal airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel.

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The right front passenger’s airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side.

{CAUTION:

If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the bag might not inﬂate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inﬂating airbag must be kept clear. Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag, and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering.

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When Should an Airbag Inﬂate?

Frontal airbags are designed to inﬂate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes to help reduce the potential for severe injuries mainly to the driver’s or right front passenger’s head and chest. However, they are only designed to inﬂate if the impact exceeds a predetermined deployment threshold. Deployment thresholds are used to predict how severe a crash is likely to be in time for the airbags to inﬂate and help restrain the occupants.

Whether your frontal airbags will or should deploy is not based on how fast your vehicle is traveling. It depends largely on what you hit, the direction of the impact, and how quickly your vehicle slows down.

Frontal airbags may inﬂate at different crash speeds. For example:

• If the vehicle hits a stationary object, the airbags

could inﬂate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits a moving object.

• If the vehicle hits an object that deforms, the

airbags could inﬂate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits an object that does not deform.

• If the vehicle hits a narrow object (like a pole), the

airbags could inﬂate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits a wide object (like a wall).

• If the vehicle goes into an object at an angle, the

airbags could inﬂate at a different crash speed

than if the vehicle goes straight into the object. Thresholds can also vary with speciﬁc vehicle design. In addition, your vehicle has dual-stage frontal airbags.

Dual-stage airbags adjust the restraint according to crash severity. Your vehicle has electronic frontal sensors, which help the sensing system distinguish between a moderate frontal impact and a more severe frontal impact. For moderate frontal impacts, dual-stage airbags inﬂate at a level less than full deployment. For more severe frontal impacts, full deployment occurs.

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Frontal airbags are not intended to inﬂate during vehicle rollovers, rear impacts, or in many side impacts.

In any particular crash, no one can say whether an airbag should have inﬂated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were. For frontal airbags, inﬂation is determined by what the vehicle hits, the angle of the impact, and how quickly the vehicle slows down.

What Makes an Airbag Inﬂate?

In a deployment event, the sensing system sends an electrical signal triggering a release of gas from the inﬂator. Gas from the inﬂator ﬁlls the airbag causing the bag to break out of the cover and deploy. The inﬂator, the airbag, and related hardware are all part of the airbag module.

Frontal airbag modules are located inside the steering wheel and instrument panel.

How Does an Airbag Restrain?

In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. In moderate to severe side collisions, even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle.

Airbags supplement the protection provided by safety belts. Frontal airbags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant’s upper body, stopping the occupant more gradually.

But airbags would not help in many types of collisions, primarily because the occupant’s motion is not toward those airbags. See When Should an Airbag Inﬂate? on page 1-40 for more information.

Airbags should never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts.

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What Will You See After an Airbag Inﬂates?

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After the frontal airbags inﬂate, they quickly deﬂate, so quickly that some people may not even realize the airbags inﬂated. Some components of the airbag module may be hot for several minutes. For location of the airbag modules, see What Makes an Airbag Inﬂate? on page 1-41.

The parts of the airbag that come into contact with you may be warm, but not too hot to touch. There may be some smoke and dust coming from the vents in the deﬂated airbags. Airbag inﬂation does not prevent the driver from seeing out of the windshield or being able to steer the vehicle, nor does it prevent people from leaving the vehicle.

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When an airbag inﬂates, there may be dust in the air. This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so. If you have breathing problems but cannot get out of the vehicle after an airbag inﬂates, then get fresh air by opening a window or a door. If you experience breathing problems following an airbag deployment, you should seek medical attention.

Your vehicle has a feature that may automatically unlock the doors, turn the interior lamps on, and turn on the hazard warning ﬂashers when the airbags inﬂate. You can lock the doors, turn the interior lamps off, and turn the hazard warning ﬂashers off by using the controls for those features.

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

• Airbags are designed to inﬂate only once. After an

airbag inﬂates, you will need some new parts for the airbag system. If you do not get them, the airbag system will not be there to help protect you in another crash. A new system will include airbag modules and possibly other parts. The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts.

• Your vehicle has a crash sensing and diagnostic

module which records information after a crash. See Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy on page 7-16 and Event Data Recorders on page 7-16.

• Let only qualiﬁed technicians work on the airbag

system. Improper service can mean that the airbag system will not work properly. See your dealer/retailer for service.

Passenger Sensing System

Your vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the right front passenger’s position. The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the instrument panel when you start your vehicle.

United States

The words ON and OFF, or the symbol for on and off, will be visible during the system check. If you are using remote start to start your vehicle from a distance, if equipped, you may not see the system check. When the system check is complete, either the word ON or the word OFF, or the symbol for on or the symbol for off, will be visible. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 3-25.

Canada

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The passenger sensing system will turn off the right front passenger’s frontal airbag under certain conditions. The driver’s airbag is not part of the passenger sensing system.

The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the right front passenger’s seat. The sensors are designed to detect the presence of a properly-seated occupant and determine if the right front passenger’s frontal airbag should be enabled (may inﬂate) or not.

Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. We recommend that rear-facing child restraints not be transported in your vehicle, even if the airbag is off.

A label on your sun visor says, “Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front.” This is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag deploys.

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If you secure a forward-facing child restraint in the right front seat, always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go. It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat.

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The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger’s frontal airbag if:

• The right front passenger seat is unoccupied.

• The system determines that an infant is present in

a rear-facing infant seat.

• The system determines that a small child is present

in a child restraint.

• The system determines that a small child is present

in a booster seat.

• A right front passenger takes his/her weight off of

the seat for a period of time.

• The right front passenger seat is occupied by a

smaller person, such as a child who has outgrown child restraints.

• Or, if there is a critical problem with the airbag

system or the passenger sensing system.

When the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger’s frontal airbag, the off indicator will light and stay lit to remind you that the airbag is off. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 3-25.

If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit, turn the vehicle off. Remove the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the child restraint following the child restraint manufacturer’s directions and refer to Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position on page 1-32.

Remove any additional material from the seat such as blankets, cushions, seat covers, seat heaters, or seat massagers before reinstalling or securing the child restraint.

If the on indicator is still lit, do not install a child restraint in this vehicle and check with your dealer/retailer.

The passenger sensing system is designed to enable (may inﬂate) the right front passenger’s frontal airbag anytime the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the right front passenger’s seat. When the passenger sensing system has allowed the airbag to be enabled, the on indicator will light and stay lit to remind you that the airbag is active.

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For some children who have outgrown child restraints and for very small adults, the passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the right front passenger’s frontal airbag, depending upon the person’s seating posture and body build. Everyone in your vehicle who has outgrown child restraints should wear a safety belt properly — whether or not there is an airbag for that person.

If a person of adult-size is sitting in the right front passenger’s seat, but the off indicator is lit, it could be because that person is not sitting properly in the seat. If this happens, turn the vehicle off, remove any additional material from the seat, such as blankets, cushions, seat covers, seat heaters or seat massagers and ask the person to place the seatback in the fully upright position, then sit upright in the seat, centered on the seat cushion, with the person’s legs comfortably extended. Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for two to three minutes. This will allow the system to detect that person and then enable the right front passenger’s frontal airbag.

Safety belts help keep the passenger in position on the seat during vehicle maneuvers and braking, which helps the passenger sensing system maintain the passenger airbag status. See “Safety Belts” and “Child Restraints” in the Index for additional information about the importance of proper restraint use.

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{CAUTION:

If the airbag readiness light in the instrument panel cluster ever comes on and stays on, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system. If this ever happens, have the vehicle serviced promptly, because an adult-size person sitting in the right front passenger’s seat may not have the protection of the airbag(s). See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3-24 for more on this, including important safety information.

A thick layer of additional material, such as a blanket or cushion, or aftermarket equipment such as seat covers, seat heaters, and seat massagers can affect how well the passenger sensing system operates.

We recommend that you not use seat covers or other aftermarket equipment other than any that GM has approved for your speciﬁc vehicle. See Adding

Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 1-48 for more information about modiﬁcations

that can affect how the system operates.

{CAUTION:

Stowing of articles under the passenger’s seat or between the passenger’s seat cushion and seatback may interfere with the proper operation of the passenger sensing system.

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Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle

Airbags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the airbag system in several places around your vehicle. Your dealer/retailer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the airbag system. To purchase a service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-15.

{CAUTION:

For up to 10 seconds after the ignition is turned off and the battery is disconnected, an airbag can still inﬂate during improper service. You can be injured if you are close to an airbag when it inﬂates. Avoid yellow connectors. They are probably part of the airbag system. Be sure to follow proper service procedures, and make sure the person performing work for you is qualiﬁed to do so.

Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle

Q: Is there anything I might add to or change

about the vehicle that could keep the airbags from working properly?

A: Yes. If you add things that change your vehicle’s

frame, bumper system, height, front end or side sheet metal, they may keep the airbag system from working properly. Changing or moving any parts of the front seats, safety belts, the airbag sensing and diagnostic module, steering wheel, instrument panel, front sensors, or airbag wiring can affect the operation of the airbag system.

In addition, your vehicle has a passenger sensing

system for the right front passenger’s position,

which includes sensors that are part of the

passenger’s seat. The passenger sensing system

may not operate properly if the original seat trim

is replaced with non-GM covers, upholstery or trim,

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or with GM covers, upholstery or trim designed for a different vehicle. Any object, such as an aftermarket seat heater or a comfort enhancing pad or device, installed under or on top of the seat fabric, could also interfere with the operation of the passenger sensing system. This could either prevent proper deployment of the passenger airbag(s) or prevent the passenger sensing system from properly turning off the passenger airbag(s). See Passenger Sensing System on page 1-43.

If you have any questions about this, you should contact Customer Assistance before you modify your vehicle. The phone numbers and addresses for Customer Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure in this manual. See Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 7-2.

Q: Because I have a disability, I have to get my

vehicle modiﬁed. How can I ﬁnd out whether this will affect my airbag system?

A: If you have questions, call Customer Assistance.

The phone numbers and addresses for Customer Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure in this manual. See Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 7-2.

In addition, your dealer/retailer and the service manual have information about the location of the airbag sensors, sensing and diagnostic module and airbag wiring.

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Restraint System Check

Checking the Restraint Systems

Safety Belts

Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly.

Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired. Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash. They can rip apart under impact forces. If a belt is torn or frayed, get a new one right away.

Make sure the safety belt reminder light is working. See Safety Belt Reminders on page 3-23 for more information.

Keep safety belts clean and dry. See Care of Safety Belts on page 5-87.

Airbags

The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement. Make sure the airbag readiness light is working. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3-24 for more information.

Notice: If an airbag covering is damaged, opened, or broken, the airbag may not work properly. Do not open or break the airbag coverings. If there are any opened or broken airbag covers, have the airbag covering and/or airbag module replaced. For the location of the airbag modules, see What Makes an Airbag Inﬂate? on page 1-41. See your dealer/retailer for service.

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Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash

{CAUTION:

A crash can damage the restraint systems in your vehicle. A damaged restraint system may not properly protect the person using it, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure your restraint systems are working properly after a crash, have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible.

If you have had a crash, do you need new belts? After a very minor crash, nothing may be necessary.

But the belt assemblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged. See your dealer/retailer to have your safety belt assemblies inspected or replaced.

New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt was not being used at the time of the crash.

If an airbag inﬂates, you will need to replace airbag system parts. See the part on the airbag system earlier in this section.

Have your safety belt pretensioners checked if your vehicle has been in a crash, or if your airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle or while you are driving. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3-24.

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✍ NOTES

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Section 2 Features and Controls

Keys ...............................................................2-2

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

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System

Operation ...................................................2-4

Doors and Locks .............................................2-6

Door Locks ....................................................2-6

Power Door Locks ..........................................2-6

Delayed Locking .............................................2-7

Automatic Door Lock .......................................2-7

Programmable Automatic Door Unlock ...............2-7

Lockout Protection ..........................................2-8

Trunk ............................................................2-8

Windows ........................................................2-10

Power Windows ............................................2-11

Sun Visors ...................................................2-12

Theft-Deterrent Systems ..................................2-12

Content Theft-Deterrent .................................2-12

PASS-Key

III+ ............................................2-14

PASS-Key®III+ Operation ..............................2-14

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ................2-16

New Vehicle Break-In ....................................2-16

Ignition Positions ..........................................2-16

Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...................2-18

Starting the Engine (Key Access) ....................2-18

Automatic Transmission Operation ...................2-20

Manual Transmission Operation ......................2-23

Parking Brake ..............................................2-24

Shifting Into PARK (P)

(Automatic Transmission) ............................2-25

Shifting Out of PARK (P) ...............................2-26

Parking Your Vehicle

(Manual Transmission) ...............................2-27

Parking Over Things That Burn .......................2-27

Engine Exhaust ............................................2-27

Running the Engine While Parked ...................2-28

Mirrors ...........................................................2-29

Manual Rearview Mirror .................................2-29

Manual Rearview Mirror with OnStar

................2-29

Outside Power Mirrors ...................................2-29

OnStar

System .............................................2-30

Storage Areas ................................................2-33

Glove Box ...................................................2-33

Cupholder(s) ................................................2-33

Center Console Storage .................................2-33

Convertible Top ..............................................2-34

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Keys

{CAUTION:

Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons, children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the keys in the ignition and they could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window. Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children.

The key can be used for the ignition and all locks. Your vehicle has a vehicle theft-deterrent system.

The key has a transponder in the key head that is electronically coded to match a decoder in your vehicle that allows the key to start the vehicle. If a replacement key or any additional key is needed, you must purchase it from your dealer/retailer. See PASS-Key

on page 2-14 for additional information.

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The key has a bar-coded key tag that a dealer/retailer or qualiﬁed locksmith can use to make new keys. Store this information in a safe place, not in your vehicle.

Notice: If you ever lock your keys in your vehicle, you may have to damage the vehicle to get in. Be sure you have spare keys.

If you are locked out of your vehicle, contact Roadside Assistance. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-7.

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System

Your Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause interference.

2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause interference.

2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Changes or modiﬁcations to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment.

At times you may notice a decrease in operating range. This is normal for any RKE system. If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this:

• Check the distance. You may be too far from your

vehicle. You may need to stand closer during rainy or snowy weather.

• Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be

blocking the signal. Take a few steps to the left or right, hold the transmitter higher, and try again.

• Check to determine if battery replacement is

necessary. See “Battery Replacement” later in this section.

• If you are still having trouble, see your dealer/retailer

or a qualiﬁed technician for service.

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Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation

The vehicle’s doors can be locked and unlocked, and the trunk can be unlatched from about 3 feet (1 m) up to 60 feet (18 m) away with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.

Q(Lock): Press the lock button to lock all the doors.

If enabled through the Driver Information Center (DIC), the parking lamps may ﬂash once and the horn may chirp to indicate locking has occurred. See “LOCK HORN” under DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-45.

" (Unlock): Press the unlock button one time to

unlock the driver’s door. Press the unlock button again within ﬁve seconds to unlock the other doors.

The interior lamps will come on and stay on for 20 seconds or until the ignition is turned on. If enabled through the DIC, the parking lamps will ﬂash once to indicate unlocking has occurred. See “UNLOCK HORN” under DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-45.

V(Trunk Release): Press and hold this button for

approximately one second to release the trunk lid. The trunk release will only work if the ignition is off or the vehicle speed is less than 2 mph (3 km/h).

L(Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm): Press and release

this button to help locate your vehicle. The horn will sound three times and the hazard lamps will ﬂash three times. Press and hold the button for three seconds to sound the panic alarm. The horn will sound and the hazard lamps will ﬂash for 30 seconds. The ignition must be off for the vehicle locator/remote alarm to work. Press the vehicle locator/panic alarm button again or turn the ignition to ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN to turn off the alarm.

The vehicle may have Remote Lock/Unlock Conﬁrmation. This feature provides feedback that a command has been received by the vehicle. The parking lamps will ﬂash and the horn may sound brieﬂy. See “LOCK HORN” and “UNLOCK HORN” under DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-45 for programming information.

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Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle

Each RKE transmitter is uniquely coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking the vehicle. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased through your dealer/retailer. Remember to bring any additional transmitters so they can also be re-coded to match the new transmitter. Once your dealer/retailer has coded the new transmitter, the lost transmitter cannot unlock the vehicle. The vehicle can have a maximum of four transmitters coded to it.

Battery Replacement

Under normal use, the battery in the RKE transmitter should last about four years.

If the battery is weak the transmitter will not work within its normal range. It is probably time to change the battery if you have to be very close to the vehicle before the transmitter works.

Notice: When replacing the battery, use care not to touch any of the circuitry. Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter.

To replace the battery do the following:

1. Insert a ﬂat object with a thin edge into the notch, located below the trunk release button, and pry the front and back apart.

2. Remove the old battery, but do not use a metal object to do this.

3. Slide the new battery into the transmitter with the positive side of the battery facing up. Use a type CR2032 battery, or equivalent type.

4. Snap the front and the back of the transmitter together.

5. Test the operation of the transmitter with the vehicle.

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Doors and Locks

Door Locks

{CAUTION:

There are several ways to lock and unlock the vehicle. From the outside, turn the key in the driver’s door

lock cylinder brieﬂy counterclockwise to unlock the driver’s door. Turn and hold it to unlock all the doors. You can also use the remote keyless entry transmitter. From the inside use the manual or power door locks.

Unlocked doors can be dangerous.

• Passengers, especially children, can easily

open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle will not open it. You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors are not locked. So, wear safety belts properly and lock the doors whenever you drive.

• Young children who get into unlocked

vehicles may be unable to get out. A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it.

• Outsiders can easily enter through an

unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle. Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening.

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Power Door Locks

You can use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to lock and unlock the doors from inside or outside the vehicle. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-4 for more information.

On vehicles with power door locks, the switches are located on the doors.

Q(Lock): Press to lock all doors.

K (Unlock): Press to unlock all doors.

Delayed Locking

If your vehicle has power door locks, it will have the delayed locking feature. This feature delays the actual locking of the doors when the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is used to lock the vehicle.

If any door is open when locking the vehicle using the RKE transmitter, three chimes will sound signaling that the delayed locking feature is active. Five seconds after the last door is closed, both doors will lock and the parking lamps will ﬂash. To cancel the delay and lock the doors immediately, press the lock button on the RKE a second time.

If the key is in the ignition, this feature will not lock the doors.

Automatic Door Lock

The vehicle’s doors are programmed to lock when the shift lever is moved into a forward gear.

If someone needs to get in or out of the vehicle after the doors have been locked, place the shift lever into PARK (P). You may also unlock all doors using the power door lock switch or unlock one door using the inside manual door lock.

The automatic door lock feature cannot be disabled.

Programmable Automatic Door Unlock

The vehicle’s doors are programmed from the factory to unlock when the shift lever is moved into PARK (P).

On vehicles with a Driver Information Center (DIC), there are different programming options for unlocking the doors automatically. See DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-45.

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Lockout Protection

The lockout protection feature makes it more difficult to lock the key in the vehicle. If the driver’s door is open while the key is in the ignition, the door cannot be locked with the power door lock switch.

This feature cannot guarantee that you will never be locked out of the vehicle. If the key is not left in the ignition, or, if the manual door lock is used, the key could still be locked inside the vehicle. Always remember to take the key with you.

Trunk

To release the trunk lid use either the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, or see “Remote Trunk Release” following.

To close the trunk, push down ﬁrmly from the rear center of the trunk lid.

{CAUTION:

It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You cannot see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drive with the trunk lid open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the trunk lid:

• Make sure all other windows are shut.

• Turn the fan on your heating or cooling

system to its highest speed and select the control setting that will force outside air into your vehicle. See Climate Control System.

• If you have air outlets on or under the

instrument panel, open them all the way.

See Engine Exhaust on page 2-27.

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Remote Trunk Release

To open the trunk from inside the vehicle, press the remote trunk release button located in the glovebox.

The remote trunk release will only work when either the ignition is off or in ACC/ACCESSORY, the parking brake is engaged, or the vehicle speed is less than 2 mph (3 km/h).

Emergency Trunk Release Handle

Notice: Do not use the emergency trunk release handle as a tie-down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk as it could damage the handle. The emergency trunk release handle is only intended to aid a person trapped in a latched trunk, enabling them to open the trunk from the inside.

There is a glow-in-the-dark emergency trunk release handle located inside the trunk on the driver’s side. This handle will glow following exposure to light. If someone is locked in the trunk, they can pull the release handle and push the trunk lid open from the inside to open the trunk.

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Windows

{CAUTION:

Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.

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Power Windows

{CAUTION:

Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome from extreme heat in warm or hot weather and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke.

When there are children in the rear seat use the window lockout button to prevent unintentional operation of the windows.

On vehicles with power windows, the switches on the driver’s door armrest control both windows.

The passenger’s door has a window switch that controls that window. Press the front of the switch to open the window. Pull the switch up to close it.

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Express-Down Window

Windows with an express-down feature allow the window to be lowered fully without pressing and holding the switch. Press the front of the switch to the ﬁrst position, and the window opens a small amount. Press the switch down fully and the window goes all the way down.

To stop the window while it is lowering, pull up the front of the switch.

Sun Visors

To use the sun visor(s), pull the edge of the visor nearest to the windshield toward you.

Visor Vanity Mirror

Your vehicle may have a driver’s side vanity mirror. Swing down the sun visor and slide the cover to expose the mirror.

Theft-Deterrent Systems

Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal.

Content Theft-Deterrent

Your vehicle may have a content theft-deterrent alarm system.

The security light, located on the instrument panel cluster, will turn on to indicate that arming has been initiated.

Once the system is armed, the security light will ﬂash once every three seconds.

If the security light is ﬂashing twice per second, this means that a door is open.

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Arming the System

While the ignition is off, press the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter lock button, to arm the system.

The system will arm after either of these things occur:

• Thirty seconds after all the doors are closed.

• Sixty seconds with any door open.

If you press the lock button on the transmitter a second time while all the doors are closed, the system will arm immediately. The system arms in 60 seconds if a door is open, or after the open door is closed.

If you do not want to arm the system, lock the car with the manual door lock knobs.

Disarming the System

To disarm the system:

• Press the unlock button on the RKE transmitter.

• Turn the ignition on.

If the system is armed and the trunk is opened using the trunk release button on the transmitter, the system will temporarily disarm itself and re-arm when the trunk has been closed. This allows you to exit the vehicle, lock the doors using the transmitter, or open the trunk using the transmitter without having to disarm and re-arm the system.

Once the system is disarmed, the security light will stop ﬂashing.

How the System Alarm is Activated

To activate the system if it is armed:

• Open the driver’s door or trunk. This causes a ten

second pre-alarm chirping noise followed by the horn sounding and lights ﬂashing for 30 seconds.

• Open a passenger’s door. This immediately causes

a full alarm of the horn sounding and lights ﬂashing for 30 seconds.

After the 30 second alarm ends, the system will re-arm itself.

How to Turn Off the System Alarm

To turn off the system alarm, do one of the following:

• Press the lock button on the RKE transmitter.

The system will then re-arm itself.

• Press the unlock button on the RKE transmitter.

This will also disarm the system.

• Insert the key in the ignition and turn it on.

This will also disarm the system.

How to Detect a Tamper Condition

If you hear three chirps when you press the unlock, lock, or trunk release buttons on the RKE transmitter, it means that the content theft security system alarm was activated previously.

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PASS-Key®III+

PASS-Key®III+ Operation

The PASS-Key®III+ system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference.

2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause interference.

2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Changes or modiﬁcations to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment.

PASS-Key

III+ uses a radio frequency transponder in

the key that matches a decoder in your vehicle.

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Your vehicle has PASS-Key®III+ (Personalized Automotive Security System) theft-deterrent system. PASS-Key

III+ is a passive theft-deterrent system.

The system is automatically armed when the key is removed from the ignition.

You do not have to manually arm or disarm the system. The security light will come on if there is a problem

with arming or disarming the theft-deterrent system. When the PASS-Key

III+ system senses that someone is using the wrong key, it prevents the vehicle from starting. Anyone using a trial-and-error method to start the vehicle will be discouraged because of the high number of electrical key codes.

When trying to start the vehicle if the engine does not start and the security light comes on, there may be a problem with your theft-deterrent system. Turn the ignition off and try again.

If the engine still does not start, and the key appears to be undamaged, try another ignition key. At this time, you may also want to check the fuse, see Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-94. If the engine still does not start with the other key, your vehicle needs service. If your vehicle does start, the ﬁrst key may be faulty. See your dealer/retailer who can service the PASS-Key

III+ to have a new key made. In an emergency, contact Roadside Assistance. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-7, for more information.

It may be possible for the PASS-Key

III+ decoder to “learn” the transponder value of a new or replacement key. Up to 10 keys may be programmed for the vehicle. The following procedure is for programming additional keys only. If all the currently programmed keys are lost or do not operate, you must see your dealer/retailer or a locksmith who can service PASS-Key

III+ to have keys made and programmed

to the system. See your dealer/retailer or a locksmith who can service

PASS-Key

III+ to get a new key blank that is cut

exactly as the ignition key that operates the system.

To program the new key:

1. Verify that the new key has a

1 stamped on it.

2. Insert the already programmed key in the ignition and start the engine. If the engine will not start, see your dealer/retailer for service.

3. After the engine has started, turn the key to LOCK/OFF, and remove the key.

4. Insert the key to be programmed and turn it to the ON/RUN position within ﬁve seconds of the original key being turned to the LOCK/OFF position.

The security light will turn off once the key has been programmed.

5. Repeat Steps 1 through 4 if additional keys are to be programmed.

If you are ever driving and the security light comes on and stays on, you may be able to restart your engine if you turn it off. Your PASS-Key

III+ system, however, is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer/retailer. Your vehicle is not protected by the PASS-Key

III+ system at this time.

If you lose or damage your PASS-Key®III+ key, see your dealer/retailer or a locksmith who can service PASS-Key

III+ to have a new key made.

Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the theft deterrent system in the vehicle.

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Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

New Vehicle Break-In

Notice: Your vehicle does not need an elaborate break-in. But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines for the ﬁrst 500 miles (805 km):

• Do not drive at any one constant speed,

fast or slow.

• Do not exceed 70 mph (113 km/h).

• Do not make full-throttle starts; also refrain

from using the full throttle while driving. Avoid downshifting to brake or slow the vehicle.

If these break-in procedures are not followed, the vehicle’s engine, axle, or other parts could be damaged.

Avoid making hard stops for the ﬁrst 200 miles (322 km) or so. During this time the new brake linings are not yet broken in. Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake linings.

Following break-in, engine speed and load can be gradually increased.

Ignition Positions

With the key in the ignition switch, you can turn it to four different positions.

In order to shift out of PARK (P), ignition must be in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY and the regular brake pedal must be applied.

Notice: Using a tool to force the key from the ignition switch could cause damage or break the key. Use the correct key and turn the key only with your hand. Make sure the key is all the way in. If it is, turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard. If none of this works, then your vehicle needs service.

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9(LOCK/OFF): This position locks your steering

column. It is a theft-deterrent feature. You will only be able to remove your key when the ignition is turned to LOCK/OFF.

If you have an automatic transmission, the ignition switch cannot be turned to LOCK/OFF unless the shift lever is in PARK (P).

If you have a manual transmission, the ignition switch can be turned to LOCK/OFF in any shift lever position.

{CAUTION:

If you have a manual transmission removing the key from the ignition switch will lock the steering column and result in a loss of ability to steer the vehicle. This could cause a collision. If you need to turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving, turn the key to ACC/ACCESSORY.

ACC (ACC/ACCESSORY): This position operates

some of your electrical accessories. It unlocks the steering wheel and ignition.

R(ON/RUN): This is the position the switch returns to

after you start your engine and release the switch. The switch stays in ON/RUN when the engine is running. But even when the engine is not running, you can use ON/RUN to operate your electrical accessories and to display some warning and indicator lights.

The battery could be drained if you leave the key in the ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN position with the engine off. You may not be able to start your vehicle if the battery is allowed to drain for an extended period of time.

/(START): This position starts the engine. When the

engine starts, release the key. The ignition switch will return to ON/RUN for normal driving.

A warning tone will sound if you open the driver’s door while in LOCK/OFF or ACC/ACCESSORY, when the key has not been removed from the ignition.

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Key In the Ignition

Never leave your vehicle with the keys inside, as it is an easy target for joy riders or thieves. If you leave the key in the ignition and park your vehicle, a chime will sound, when you open the driver’s door. Always remember to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you. This will lock your ignition and transmission. Also, always remember to lock the doors.

The battery could be drained if you leave the key in the ignition while your vehicle is parked. You may not be able to start your vehicle after it has been parked for an extended period of time.

Starting the Engine

Place the transmission in the proper gear.

Automatic Transmission

Move the shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). The engine will not start in any other position — this is a safety feature. To restart when you are already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only.

Notice: Do not try to shift to PARK (P) if your vehicle is moving. If you do, you could damage the transmission. Shift to PARK (P) only when your vehicle is stopped.

Retained Accessory Power (RAP)

These vehicle accessories can be used for up to 10 minutes after the engine is turned off:

• Audio System

• Power Windows

The radio will work when the key is in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY. Once the key is turned off, power to the radio and windows will continue to work for up to 10 minutes or until any door is opened.

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Manual Transmission

The shift lever should be in neutral position and the parking brake engaged. Hold the clutch pedal down to the ﬂoor and start the engine. Your vehicle will not start if the clutch pedal is not all the way down. That is a safety feature.

Starting Procedure

1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm. Do not race the engine immediately after starting it. Operate the engine and transmission gently to allow the oil to warm up and lubricate all moving parts.

Your vehicle has a Computer-Controlled Cranking System. This feature assists in starting the engine and protects components. If the ignition key is turned to the START position, and then released when the engine begins cranking, the engine will continue cranking for a few seconds or until the vehicle starts. If the engine does not start and the key is held in START for many seconds, cranking will be stopped after 15 seconds to prevent cranking motor damage. To prevent gear damage, this system also prevents cranking if the engine is already running. Engine cranking can be stopped by turning the ignition switch to ACC/ACCESSORY or LOCK/OFF.

Notice: Cranking the engine for long periods of time, by returning the key to the START position immediately after cranking has ended, can overheat and damage the cranking motor, and drain the battery. Wait at least 15 seconds between each try, to let the cranking motor cool down.

2. If the engine does not start after 5-10 seconds, especially in very cold weather (below 0°F or −18°C), it could be ﬂooded with too much gasoline. Try pushing the accelerator pedal all the way to the ﬂoor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for up to a maximum of 15 seconds. Wait at least 15 seconds between each try, to allow the cranking motor to cool down. When the engine starts, let go of the key and accelerator. If the vehicle starts brieﬂy but then stops again, do the same thing. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine. Do not race the engine immediately after starting it. Operate the engine and transmission gently until the oil warms up and lubricates all moving parts.

Notice: The engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer/retailer. If you do not, your engine might not perform properly. Any resulting damage would not be covered by your vehicle’s warranty.

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Automatic Transmission Operation

If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, the shift lever is located on the center console between the front seats.

There are several different positions for the shift lever.

PARK (P): This position locks the rear wheels. It is the best position to use when you start the engine because your vehicle cannot move easily.

{CAUTION:

It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle will not move, even when you are on fairly level ground, use the steps that follow.

Make sure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before starting the engine. Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system. You must fully apply your regular brakes ﬁrst and then press the shift lever button before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition key is in ON/RUN. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever and push the shift lever all the way into PARK (P) as you maintain brake application. Then press the shift lever button and move the shift lever into another gear. See Shifting Out of PARK (P) on page 2-26.

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Notice: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage the transmission. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is stopped.

REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up.

At low vehicle speeds, you can also use REVERSE (R) to rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, ice, or sand without damaging your transmission. See If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow on page 4-22 for additional information.

NEUTRAL (N): In this position, the engine does not connect with the wheels. To restart when you are already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. You can also use NEUTRAL (N) when your vehicle is being towed.

{CAUTION:

Shifting into a drive gear while the engine is running at high speed is dangerous. Unless your foot is ﬁrmly on the brake pedal, your vehicle could move very rapidly. You could lose control and hit people or objects. Do not shift into a drive gear while your engine is running at high speed.

Notice: Shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) with the engine running at high speed may damage the transmission. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Be sure the engine is not running at high speed when shifting your vehicle.

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DRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. It provides better fuel economy for your vehicle. If you need more power for passing, and you are:

• Going less than 35 mph (55 km/h), push the

accelerator pedal about halfway down.

• Going about 35 mph (55 km/h) or more, push the

accelerator all the way down. The transmission will shift down to a lower gear

and have more power.

Downshifting the transmission in slippery road conditions could result in skidding, see “Skidding” under Loss of Control on page 4-13.

Notice: If your vehicle seems to start up rather slowly or not shift gears when you go faster, and you continue to drive your vehicle that way, you could damage the transmission. Have your vehicle serviced right away. You can drive in LOW (L) when you are driving less than 35 mph (55 km/h) and DRIVE (D) for higher speeds until then.

FOURTH (4): This position is also used for normal

driving. However, it reduces vehicle speed more than DRIVE (D) without using your brakes. You might choose FOURTH (4) instead of DRIVE (D) when driving on hilly, winding roads and when going down a steep hill.

INTERMEDIATE (I): This position is also used for normal driving. However, it reduces the vehicle’s speed without using your brakes, for slight downgrades where the vehicle would otherwise accelerate due to steepness of grade. If constant upshifting or downshifting occurs while driving on steep hills, this position can be used to prevent repetitive types of shifts. You might choose INTERMEDIATE (I) instead of DRIVE (D) when driving on hilly and winding roads.

LOW (L): This position reduces vehicle speed more than INTERMEDIATE (I) without using your brakes. You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. If the shift lever is put in LOW (L), the transmission will not shift into low gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough.

Notice: Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in one place on a hill using only the accelerator pedal may damage the transmission. If you are stuck, do not spin the tires. When stopping on a hill, use the brakes to hold the vehicle in place.

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Manual Transmission Operation

This is the shift pattern for a manual transmission.

Here is how to operate your manual transmission: FIRST (1): Press the clutch pedal and shift into

FIRST (1). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal.

You can shift into FIRST (1) when you are going less than 20 mph (32 km/h). If you have come to a complete stop and it is hard to shift into FIRST (1), put the shift lever in NEUTRAL and let up on the clutch pedal. Press the clutch pedal back down. Then shift into FIRST (1).

SECOND (2): Press the clutch pedal as you let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into SECOND (2). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal.

THIRD (3), FOURTH (4) and FIFTH (5): Shift into THIRD (3), FOURTH (4) and FIFTH (5) the same way you do for SECOND (2).

To stop, let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal. Just before the vehicle stops, press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal, and shift to NEUTRAL.

NEUTRAL: Use this position when you start or idle your engine.

REVERSE (R): To back up, press the clutch pedal. After the vehicle stops, shift into REVERSE (R). Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. If it is hard to shift, let the shift lever return to NEUTRAL and release the clutch pedal. Then press the clutch pedal again and shift into REVERSE (R). Do not attempt to shift into the ﬁfth gear position prior to shifting into REVERSE (R). Your transmission has a lock out feature which prevents a ﬁfth gear to reverse gear shift.

Also, use FIRST (1) or REVERSE (R), along with the parking brake, for parking your vehicle.

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Parking Brake

The parking brake lever is located between the front seats.

To set the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down and pull up on the parking brake lever. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on. See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-27.

To release the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down. Pull the parking brake lever up until you can press the release button. Hold the release button in as you move the brake lever all the way down.

If you forget to release your parking brake, a chime will sound and a warning message will be displayed in the Driver Information Center (DIC) when the vehicle is moving faster than 5 mph (8 kph). See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-41.

Notice: Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts. Make sure that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving.

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Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transmission)

Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running (Automatic Transmission)

{CAUTION:

1. Hold the brake pedal down and set the parking brake. See Parking Brake on page 2-24 for more information.

2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) by pressing the button on the shift lever and pushing the lever all the way toward the front of the vehicle.

3. Turn the ignition key to LOCK/OFF.

4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in PARK (P).

{CAUTION:

It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could overheat and even catch ﬁre. You or others could be injured. Do not leave your vehicle with the engine running.

If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running, be sure your vehicle is in PARK (P) and your parking brake is ﬁrmly set before you leave it. After you have moved the shift lever into PARK (P), hold the regular brake pedal down. If the vehicle has an automatic transmission, see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK (P) without ﬁrst pushing the shift lock release button. If you can, it means that the shift lever was not fully locked into PARK (P).

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Torque Lock (Automatic Transmission)

If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift your transmission into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission. You may ﬁnd it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK (P). This is called “torque lock.” To prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then shift into PARK (P) properly before you leave the driver’s seat. To ﬁnd out how, see Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transmission) on page 2-25.

When you are ready to drive, move the shift lever out of PARK (P) before you release the parking brake.

If torque lock does occur, you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transmission, so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK (P).

Shifting Out of PARK (P)

This vehicle is equipped with an electronic shift lock release system. The shift lock release is designed to:

• Prevent ignition key removal unless the shift lever is

in PARK (P) with the shift lever button fully released, and

• Prevent movement of the shift lever out of PARK (P),

unless the ignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/ ACCESSORY and the regular brake pedal is applied.

The shift lock release is always functional except in the case of an uncharged or low voltage (less than 9 volt) battery.

If your vehicle has an uncharged battery or a battery with low voltage, try charging or jump starting the battery. See Jump Starting on page 5-39 for more information.

To shift out of PARK (P) use the following:

1. Apply the brake pedal.

2. Then press the shift lever button.

3. Move the shift lever to the desired position.

If you still are unable to shift out of PARK (P):

1. Fully release the shift lever button.

2. While holding down the brake pedal, press the shift lever button again.

3. Move the shift lever to the desired position.

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If you still cannot move the shift lever from PARK (P), consult your dealer/retailer or a professional towing service.

Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transmission)

Before leaving your manual transmission vehicle, fully press the clutch pedal in, move the shift lever in either FIRST (1) gear or REVERSE (R), and ﬁrmly apply the parking brake. See Manual Transmission Operation on page 2-23.

Parking Over Things That Burn

{CAUTION:

Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Do not park over papers, leaves, dry grass, or other things that can burn.

Engine Exhaust

{CAUTION:

Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you cannot see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death.

You might have exhaust coming in if:

• The exhaust system sounds strange or

different.

• Your vehicle gets rusty underneath.

• Your vehicle was damaged in a collision.

• Your vehicle was damaged when driving

over high points on the road or over road debris.

• Repairs were not done correctly.

• Your vehicle or the exhaust system has

been modiﬁed improperly.

If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your vehicle:

• Drive it only with all the windows down to

blow out any CO; and

• Have your vehicle ﬁxed immediately.

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Running the Engine While Parked

It is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know.

{CAUTION:

Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle. See the earlier caution under Engine Exhaust on page 2-27.

Also, idling in a closed-in place can let deadly carbon monoxide (CO) into your vehicle even if the climate control fan is at the highest setting. One place this can happen is a garage. Exhaust — with CO — can come in easily. NEVER park in a garage with the engine running.

Another closed-in place can be a blizzard. See Winter Driving on page 4-18.

{CAUTION:

It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the automatic transmission shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle will not move, even when it is on fairly level ground, always set the parking brake and move the automatic transmission shift lever to PARK (P), or the manual transmission shift lever to NEUTRAL.

Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle will not move. See Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic

Transmission) on page 2-25 and Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transmission) on page 2-27.

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Mirrors

Manual Rearview Mirror

When you are sitting in a comfortable driving position, adjust the mirror so you can see clearly behind your vehicle. Grip the mirror in the center to move it up or down and side to side. The day/night adjustment allows you to adjust the mirror to avoid glare from the lamps behind you. Move the lever to the right for nighttime use and to the left for daytime use.

Outside Power Mirrors

The controls for the outside power mirrors are located on the driver’s door.

Manual Rearview Mirror with OnStar

When you are sitting in a comfortable driving position, adjust the mirror so you can see clearly behind your vehicle. Hold the mirror in the center to move it up or down and side to side. The day/night adjustment allows you to adjust the mirror to avoid glare from the lamps behind you. Move the lever to the right for nighttime use and to the left for daytime use.

There may also be three OnStar bottom of the mirror face. See your dealer/retailer for more information on the system and how to subscribe to

OnStar information on the services OnStar®provides.

. See OnStar®System on page 2-30 for more

buttons located at the

Move the selector switch, located below the four-way control pad, to the left or right to choose either the driver side or passenger side mirror.

To adjust a mirror, use the arrows located on the four-way control pad to move the mirror in the desired direction. Adjust each outside mirror so that a little of the vehicle and the area behind it can be seen while sitting in a comfortable driving position.

The mirrors can be manually folded inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash or a conﬁned space. To fold, push the mirror toward the vehicle. To return the mirror to its original position, push outward. Be sure to return both mirrors to their original unfolded position before driving.

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OnStar®System

OnStar uses several innovative technologies and live advisors to provide you with a wide range of safety, security, information, and convenience services. If your airbags deploy, the system is designed to make an automatic call to OnStar Emergency advisors who can request emergency services be sent to your location. If you lock your keys in the vehicle, call OnStar at 1-888-4-ONSTAR and they can send a signal to unlock your doors. If you need roadside assistance, press the OnStar button and they can contact Roadside Service for you.

OnStar service is provided to you subject to the OnStar Terms and Conditions. You may cancel your OnStar service at any time by contacting OnStar.

A complete OnStar Owner’s Guide and the OnStar Terms and Conditions are included in the vehicle’s OnStar Subscriber glove box literature. For more information, visit onstar.com or onstar.ca, contact OnStar at 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) or TTY 1-877-248-2080, or press the OnStar button to speak with an OnStar advisor 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Not all OnStar features are available on all vehicles. To check if your vehicle is equipped to provide the services described below, or for a full description of OnStar services and system limitations, see the OnStar Owner’s Guide in your glove box or visit onstar.com.

OnStar Services

For new vehicles with OnStar, the Safe & Sound Plan, or the Directions & Connections Plan is included for one year from the date of purchase. You can extend this plan beyond the ﬁrst year, or upgrade to the Directions & Connections Plan. For more information, press the OnStar button to speak with an advisor. Some OnStar services (such as Remote Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance) may not be available until you register with OnStar.

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Available Services with Safe & Sound Plan

•

Automatic Notiﬁcation of Airbag Deployment

• Advanced Automatic Crash Notiﬁcation (AACN)

(If equipped)

• Link to Emergency Services

• Roadside Assistance

• Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance

• AccidentAssist

• Remote Door Unlock/Vehicle Alert

• OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics

• GM Goodwrench

On Demand Diagnostics

• OnStar Hands-Free Calling with 30 complimentary

minutes

• OnStar Virtual Advisor (U.S. Only)

Available Services included with Directions & Connections Plan

•

All Safe and Sound Plan Services

• Driving Directions - Advisor delivered or OnStar

Turn-by-Turn Navigation (If equipped)

• RideAssist

• Information and Convenience Services

OnStar Hands-Free Calling

OnStar Hands-Free Calling allows eligible OnStar subscribers to make and receive calls using voice commands. Hands-Free Calling is fully integrated into the vehicle, and can be used with OnStar Pre-Paid Minute Packages. Hands-Free Calling may also be linked to a Verizon Wireless service plan in the U.S. or a Bell Mobility service plan in Canada, depending on eligibility. To ﬁnd out more, refer to the OnStar Owner’s Guide in the vehicle’s glove box, visit www.onstar.com or www.onstar.ca, or speak with an OnStar advisor by pressing the OnStar button or calling 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827).

OnStar Virtual Advisor

OnStar Virtual Advisor is a feature of OnStar Hands-Free Calling that uses your minutes to access location-based weather, local traffic reports, and stock quotes. By pressing the phone button and giving a few simple voice commands, you can browse through the various topics. See the OnStar Owner’s Guide for more information (Only available in the continental U.S.).

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OnStar Steering Wheel Controls

Your vehicle may have a Talk/Mute button that can be used to interact with OnStar Hands-Free Calling. See Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 3-71 for more information.

On some vehicles, you may have to hold the button for a few seconds and give the command “ONSTAR” to activate the OnStar Hands-Free Calling.

On some vehicles, the mute button can be used to dial numbers into voicemail systems, or to dial phone extensions. See the OnStar Owner’s Guide for more information.

How OnStar Service Works

Your vehicle’s OnStar system has the capability of recording and transmitting vehicle information. This information is automatically sent to an OnStar Call Center at the time of an OnStar button press, Emergency button press or if your airbags or AACN system deploys. The vehicle information usually includes your GPS location and, in the event of a crash, additional information regarding the accident that your vehicle has been involved in (e.g. the direction from which your vehicle was hit). When you use the Virtual Advisor feature of OnStar Hands-Free Calling, your vehicle also sends OnStar your GPS location so that we can provide you with location-based services.

OnStar service cannot work unless your vehicle is in a place where OnStar has an agreement with a wireless service provider for service in that area. OnStar service also cannot work unless you are in a place where the wireless service provider OnStar has hired for that area has coverage, network capacity and reception when the service is needed, and technology that is compatible with the OnStar service. Not all services are available everywhere, particularly in remote or enclosed areas, or at all times.

Location information about your vehicle is only available if the GPS satellite signals are unobstructed and available.

Your vehicle must have a working electrical system (including adequate battery power) for the OnStar equipment to operate. There are other problems OnStar cannot control that may prevent OnStar from providing OnStar service to you at any particular time or place. Some examples are damage to important parts of your vehicle in an accident, hills, tall buildings, tunnels, weather or wireless phone network congestion.

Your Responsibility

Increase the radio volume if you cannot hear the OnStar advisor. If the light next to the OnStar buttons is red, this means that your system is not functioning properly and should be checked by your dealer/retailer. If the light appears clear (no light is appearing), your OnStar subscription has expired. You can always press the OnStar button to conﬁrm that your OnStar equipment is active.

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Storage Areas

Glove Box

To open, lift the handle up. Use the key to lock and unlock.

Cupholder(s)

There are two cupholders located in the center console, press and release to extend forward.

Your vehicle has a cupholder on the passenger side of the center console. To access it, press and release the forward section of the cupholder.

Center Console Storage

There is also an upright center console storage area between the seatbacks. To open the storage area, press and release the button near the top so it extends out. Then, turn the button in either direction to unlatch the lid and pull the console lid down. Press the release button back in after you close the lid.

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Convertible Top

For care and cleaning of the convertible top, see Convertible Top on page 5-89 under “Service and Appearance Care”. High pressure car washes may cause water to enter the vehicle.

The following procedures explain the proper operation of the manual convertible top.

The parts of the manual convertible top that are used when lowering and raising it are:

A. Front Edge B. Side Edge

C. Rear Buttresses D. Trunk

Notice: Leaving the convertible top down and exposing the interior of your vehicle to outdoor conditions may cause damage. Always close the convertible top if leaving your vehicle outdoors.

Notice: Lowering the convertible top when there are objects in the storage area could damage it or break the glass rear window. Always verify that no objects are in the storage area before lowering the convertible top.

Notice: Lowering the top if it is damp, wet, or dirty can cause stains, mildew, and damage to the inside of your vehicle. Dry off the top before lowering it.

Notice: If you lower the top on your vehicle in cold weather (0°F/-18°C or lower), you may damage top components. Do not lower the top in cold weather.

Notice: If you raise or lower the convertible top while the vehicle is in motion, you could damage the top or the top mechanism. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Always put an automatic transmission in PARK (P) or a manual transmission in FIRST (1) or REVERSE (R), turn the ignition off and engage the parking brake before raising or lowering the convertible top.

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{CAUTION:

Moving parts of the convertible top can be dangerous. People can be injured by the convertible top and its mechanism. Keep people away from your vehicle when you are lowering or raising the top.

Lowering the Manual Convertible Top

1. Empty the trunk of all contents.

2. Park on a level surface and set the parking brake. Shift an automatic transmission into PARK (P). Shift a manual transmission into FIRST (1) or REVERSE (R).

3. Make sure the ignition is turned off.

4. Push the trunk release button located in the glove box, or on the remote keyless entry, if equipped.

5. Lift the trunk.

6. The convertible top front latch, located above the inside rearview mirror, must be unlatched. Pull the latch down and turn it counterclockwise to unlatch it.

Leave the latch open and turned to prevent damage.

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7. Pull rearward on the side edge (B) of the convertible top and pull it off of the windshield frame.

8. Push the convertible top down into the trunk (D).

9. After the top is stored, apply one even push, as shown, on the convertible top to ensure that the top is fully retracted and securely stored.

10. Close the trunk (D) by pressing down from the rear center of it with a swift, ﬁrm motion.

Do not operate the rear defogger when the convertible top is down.

A clear Mylar

protective ﬁlm has been installed at the factory on the trunk lid surface under the convertible top buttresses. This ﬁlm is designed to help prevent paint damage to the trunk lid. Do not remove this protective ﬁlm. It is intended to remain permanently affixed to the trunk lid surface.

Raising the Manual Convertible Top

1. Park on a level surface, set the parking brake ﬁrmly and shift an automatic transmission into PARK (P). Shift a manual transmission into FIRST (1) or REVERSE (R).

2. Make sure the ignition is turned off, and lower the windows.

3. Push the trunk release button located in the glove box, or on the remote keyless entry, if equipped.

4. Lift the trunk.

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5. Pull the convertible top forward by ﬁrmly gripping the side edge (B) and applying a brisk upward and forward motion to get the top in the full-up position.

6. Pull the front edge (A) of the convertible top forward from the outside of the vehicle, or push the front edge (A) of the convertible top forward from the inside of the vehicle.

7. Turn the top front latch handle clockwise to latch the convertible top.

8. Close the trunk (D) by pressing down from the rear center of it with a swift, ﬁrm motion.

9. At the rear edge of the convertible top, press down on the two buttresses (C) to latch them into the top of the trunk.

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✍ NOTES

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Section 3 Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview ...............................3-4

Hazard Warning Flashers ................................3-6

Other Warning Devices ...................................3-6

Horn .............................................................3-6

Tilt Wheel .....................................................3-6

Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever .........................3-7

Turn and Lane-Change Signals ........................3-8

Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer ..................3-8

Flash-to-Pass .................................................3-8

Windshield Wipers ..........................................3-9

Windshield Washer .......................................3-10

Cruise Control ..............................................3-10

Headlamps ..................................................3-13

Headlamps on Reminder ................................3-13

Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) .......................3-14

Fog Lamps ..................................................3-14

Instrument Panel Brightness ...........................3-15

Entry/Exit Lighting .........................................3-15

Mirror Reading Lamps ...................................3-15

Battery Run-Down Protection ..........................3-15

Accessory Power Outlet(s) .............................3-16

Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter ......................3-16

Climate Controls ............................................3-17

Climate Control System .................................3-17

Outlet Adjustment .........................................3-20

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ............3-20

Instrument Panel Cluster ................................3-21

Speedometer and Odometer ...........................3-22

Tachometer .................................................3-22

Safety Belt Reminders ...................................3-23

Airbag Readiness Light ..................................3-24

Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ...................3-25

Charging System Light ..................................3-27

Brake System Warning Light .........................

Antilock Brake System Warning Light ...............3-28

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)/

Traction Control System (TCS)

Indicator/Warning Light ...............................3-29

Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light ......3-30

Low Coolant Warning Light ............................3-30

Tire Pressure Light .......................................3-31

Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............................3-32

Oil Pressure Light .........................................3-35

Security Light ...............................................3-35

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Section 3 Instrument Panel

Fog Lamp Light ............................................3-35

Reduced Engine Power Light .........................3-36

Highbeam On Light .......................................3-36

Trunk Ajar Light ............................................3-36

Fuel Gage ...................................................3-37

Low Fuel Warning Light .................................3-37

Driver Information Center (DIC) .......................3-38

DIC Operation and Displays ...........................3-38

DIC Warnings and Messages .........................3-41

DIC Vehicle Personalization ............................3-45

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Audio System(s) .............................................3-50

Setting the Time ...........................................3-51

Radio(s) ......................................................3-54

Using an MP3 ..............................................3-64

XM Radio Messages .....................................3-69

Theft-Deterrent Feature ..................................3-70

Audio Steering Wheel Controls .......................3-71

Radio Reception ...........................................3-71

Fixed Mast Antenna ......................................3-72

XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System .............3-72

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Instrument Panel Overview

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The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Side Window Outlets. See Climate Control System

on page 3-17. B. Air Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-20. C. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. See Turn

Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-7. D. Cruise Control Buttons (If Equipped). See Cruise

Control on page 3-10. E. Instrument Panel Cluster. See Instrument Panel

Cluster on page 3-21.

F. Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped).

See Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 3-71. G. Hazard Warning Flashers Button. See Hazard

Warning Flashers on page 3-6. H. Fog Lamp Button. See Fog Lamps on page 3-14.

I. Instrument Panel Brightness Control. See Instrument

Panel Brightness on page 3-15.

J. Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls. See Driver

Information Center (DIC) on page 3-38. K. Horn. See Horn on page 3-6.

L. Windshield Wiper/Washer Controls. See Windshield

Wipers on page 3-9 and Windshield Washer on

page 3-10.

M. Climate Controls. See Climate Control System on

page 3-17.

N. Passenger Air Bag Status Indicator. See Passenger

Airbag Status Indicator on page 3-25.

O. Shift Lever. See Manual Transmission Operation on

page 2-23. See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2-20 (If Equipped).

P. Parking Brake Lever. See Parking Brake on

page 2-24.

Q. Audio System. See Audio System(s) on page 3-50.

R. Electronic Stability Control/Traction Control

System Button. See Electronic Stability Control (ESC) on page 4-8.

S. Cigarette Lighter (If Equipped). Accessory Power

Outlet (If Equipped). See Ashtray(s) and Cigarette

Lighter on page 3-16 and Accessory Power Outlet(s) on page 3-16.

T. Cupholder. See Cupholder(s) on page 2-33. U. Trunk Release. See Trunk on page 2-8. V. Glove Box. See Glove Box on page 2-33.

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Hazard Warning Flashers

Other Warning Devices

The hazard warning ﬂashers let you warn the police and others that you have a problem. The front and rear turn signal lamps will ﬂash on and off.

The hazard warning ﬂasher button is located towards the center of the instrument panel.

Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps ﬂash on and off. Press the button again to turn the ﬂashers off.

While the hazard warning ﬂashers are on, the turn signals do not work.

The hazard warning ﬂashers work no matter what position the key is in, and even if the key is not in the ignition switch.

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If you carry reﬂective triangles, you can set them up at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle.

Horn

To sound the horn, press the center pad on the steering wheel.

Tilt Wheel

A tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can raise the steering wheel to the highest level to give your legs more room when you enter and exit the vehicle.

The lever that allows you to tilt the steering wheel is located on the left side of the steering column.

Saturn Sky 2008 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems

Front Seats

Manual Seats

Seat Height Adjuster

Reclining Seatbacks

Seatback Latches

Safety Belts

Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone

How to Wear Safety Belts Properly

Lap-Shoulder Belt

Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy

Safety Belt Extender

Child Restraints

Older Children

Infants and Young Children

Child Restraint Systems

Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)

Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position

Airbag System

Where Are the Airbags?

How Does an Airbag Restrain?

Passenger Sensing System

Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle

Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle

Restraint System Check

Checking the Restraint Systems

Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash

Section 2 Features and Controls

Keys

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation

Doors and Locks

Door Locks

Power Door Locks

Delayed Locking

Automatic Door Lock

Programmable Automatic Door Unlock

Lockout Protection

Trunk

Windows

Power Windows

Sun Visors

Theft-Deterrent Systems

Content Theft-Deterrent

PASS-Key®III+

PASS-Key®III+ Operation

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

New Vehicle Break-In

Ignition Positions

Retained Accessory Power (RAP)

Automatic Transmission Operation

Manual Transmission Operation

Parking Brake

Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transmission)

Shifting Out of PARK (P)

Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transmission)

Parking Over Things That Burn

Engine Exhaust

Running the Engine While Parked

Mirrors

Manual Rearview Mirror

Outside Power Mirrors

OnStar®System

Storage Areas

Glove Box

Cupholder(s)

Center Console Storage

Convertible Top

Section 3 Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview

Hazard Warning Flashers

Other Warning Devices

Horn

Tilt Wheel