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the door:

From inside the vehicle, use the door release handle located on the floor next to each seat. Pull the handle up to unlock and unlatch the door.

Power Door Locks The power door lock switches are located on the doors. There is an indicator light on the rear of the door near the window. K (Unlock): Press to unlock the doors. When pressed, a beep sounds. If the door is closed, the light blinks twice. If the door is open, the light flashes. Q (Lock): Press to lock the doors. When pressed, a beep sounds. If the door is closed when pressed, the light comes on for a few seconds, then turns off. If the door is open when pressed, the light stays on.

From outside the vehicle, use the key in the cylinder above the license plate to open the hatch. Then, use the door release tab, located on the carpet inside the hatch on the driver side of the vehicle. Pull the tab to unlock and unlatch the driver door. See Keys on page 2‑2 for information on opening the hatch during a loss of power.

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Automatic Door Locks The vehicle is programmed so that when the doors are closed, the ignition is on, and the shift lever is moved out of P (Park) for automatic transmissions, or when vehicle speed becomes faster than 13 km/h (8 mph) for manual transmissions, both doors will lock. Use the power door unlock switch to unlock the door when the vehicle is not in P (Park). When the door is closed again, the doors will lock either when your foot is removed from the brake or the vehicle speed becomes faster than 13 km/h (8 mph). Automatic Door Unlock The vehicle is programmed so that when the shift lever is moved into P (Park) for automatic transmission vehicles or when the ignition is turned OFF or is in Retained Accessory Power (RAP) for manual transmission vehicles, both doors will unlock.

With the vehicle stopped and the engine running, door unlocking can be programmed through the Driver Information Center (DIC). This allows the driver to choose various unlock settings. For programming information, see Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑55.

Lockout Protection Your vehicle can be programmed to sound the horn three times and unlock the driver door when both doors are closed and there is a keyless access transmitter inside the vehicle. When the driver door is opened, a reminder chime will sound continuously. The vehicle will remain locked only when at least one transmitter has been removed from the vehicle and both doors are closed. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑55.

Doors

Hatch

{ WARNING

Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it is driven with the liftgate, trunk/hatch open, or with any objects that pass through the seal between the body and the trunk/hatch or liftgate. Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If the vehicle must be driven with the liftgate, or trunk/hatch open:

. Close all of the windows. . Fully open the air outlets on

or under the instrument panel.

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. Adjust the Climate Control

system to a setting that brings in only outside air and set the fan speed to the highest setting. See Climate Control System in the Index. . If the vehicle is equipped with

a power liftgate, disable the power liftgate function. For more information about carbon monoxide, see Engine Exhaust on page 9‑26.

Notice: Closing the hatch/trunk lid forcefully or from the sides can cause damage to the glass, the defogger or the weather stripping. Be sure objects will fit in the hatch/trunk area before closing the hatch/trunk lid. When closing the hatch/trunk lid, gently pull down from the center.

Notice: Do not store heavy or sharp objects in the rear storage compartments located in the hatch/trunk area. The objects could damage the underbody. Hatch/Trunk Lid Release There are several ways to release the hatch/trunk lid. If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, the shift lever must be in P (Park). For manual transmission vehicles, the parking brake must be set when the ignition is started for the hatch/trunk release to operate. The parking brake does not need to be set when the ignition is off for the hatch/trunk release to operate. See Parking Brake on page 9‑35. V (Hatch/Trunk) : Press this button, located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. The theft-deterrent alarm system must not be armed.

} (Hatch/Trunk) : Press this button on the keyless access transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System on page 2‑3.

Press the hatch/trunk release button located on the rear of the hatch/ trunk lid above the license plate, as long as you have your transmitter with you.

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If your vehicle has lost battery power, open the hatch/trunk using the vehicle key. See Keys on page 2‑2 for more information. The key lock cylinder is located on the rear of the hatch/trunk lid above the license plate. Turn the vehicle key clockwise in the lock.

Closing the Rear Compartment (Except Convertible) To close the rear compartment lid of your coupe, pull down on the rear edge of the lid. Lower it until the power pull down latch feature activates; it will close the rest of the way and latch automatically.

Emergency Trunk Release Handle (Coupe)

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 on the rear wall of the trunk below the latch. This handle will glow following exposure to light. Pull the release handle down to open the trunk from the inside.

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.

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Arming the System To arm the system, press Q on the RKE transmitter, or open the door and lock the door with the power door lock switch. The security light should flash. Remove the RKE transmitter from inside the vehicle and close the door. The security light stops flashing and stays on. After 30 seconds, the light should turn off. The vehicle can be programmed to automatically lock the doors and arm the theft-deterrent system when you exit the vehicle. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑55.

If a door or the hatch/trunk is opened without using the RKE transmitter, the alarm goes off. The horn sounds for two minutes, then goes off to save battery power. The vehicle will not start without a RKE transmitter present. The theft-deterrent system does not arm if the driver door is locked with the power door lock switch after the doors are closed. If the RKE transmitter is removed from the vehicle while a passenger is in it, have them lock the doors after they are closed. The alarm will not arm, so the passenger will not set it off.

Vehicle Security This vehicle has theft-deterrent features; however, they do not make it impossible to steal.

Anti-Theft Alarm System This vehicle has a theft-deterrent alarm system.

The security light flashes if a door is open and locked with the power door lock switch. If this light stays on while the engine is running, the vehicle needs service.

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Testing the Alarm To test the system use the following procedure. 1. Make sure the trunk lid/hatch is

latched.

2. Lower the window on the

driver door.

3. Manually arm the system. 4. Close the doors and wait

30 seconds.

5. Reach through the open window

and manually pull the release lever on the floor.

6. Press the unlock button on the transmitter to turn off the alarm. If the alarm does not sound, check to see if the horn works. The horn fuse may be blown. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 10‑51. If the horn works, but the alarm does not go off, see your dealer.

Disarming the System Press the unlock button on the RKE transmitter or squeeze the door handle sensor while the transmitter is near the vehicle to unlock a door. Unlocking a door any other way sets off the alarm. If the alarm sounds, press the unlock button on the RKE transmitter to disarm it. Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the theft-deterrent system in the vehicle.

Immobilizer See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13‑19 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS-210/220/310.

Immobilizer Operation The vehicle has a passive theft-deterrent system. The system is automatically armed when the ignition is turned off. The immobilization system is disarmed when the ignition is turned to OFF/ACCESSORY or START and a valid transmitter is found in the vehicle. You do not have to manually arm or disarm the system.

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The security light comes on if there is a problem with arming or disarming the theft-deterrent system. The system has one or more RKE transmitters that are matched to an immobilizer control unit in the vehicle. Only a correctly matched RKE transmitter starts the vehicle. The vehicle may not start if the RKE transmitter is damaged. If the engine does not start and the security light comes on, there may be a problem with the immobilizer system. Press the START button again.

If the vehicle does not start and the RKE transmitter appears to be undamaged, try another RKE transmitter. Or, place the transmitter in the transmitter pocket. See “NO FOBS DETECTED” under Key and Lock Messages on page 5‑42 for additional information. Check the fuse. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 10‑51. If the engine still does not start with the other transmitter, the vehicle needs service. If the engine does start, the first transmitter may be faulty. See your dealer or have a new RKE transmitter programmed to the vehicle.

The immobilizer system can learn new or replacement RKE transmitters. Up to four RKE transmitters can be programmed for the vehicle. To program additional transmitters, see “Matching transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle” under Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2‑3. Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the theft-deterrent system in the vehicle.

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Exterior Mirrors

Power Mirrors

Convex Mirrors

{ WARNING

A convex mirror can make things, like other vehicles, look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you could hit a vehicle on the right. Check the inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes.

The passenger side mirror is convex shaped. A convex mirror's surface is curved so more can be seen from the driver seat.

Controls for the outside power mirrors are located on the driver door. To adjust the mirrors: 1. Move the top selector control to

the left or right to select either the driver or passenger mirror.

2. Use the arrows located on the

four-way control pad to move the mirror in the desired direction. 3. Adjust each outside mirror so

that a little of the vehicle and the area behind it can be seen.

Keep the control in the center position when not adjusting either outside mirror. If the vehicle has the memory feature, a preferred mirror position can be stored. See Power Seat Adjustment on page 3‑3.

Folding Mirrors Manually fold the mirrors inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. To fold, pull the mirror toward the vehicle. Push the mirror outward to return it to the original position.

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Heated Mirrors For vehicles with heated mirrors: < (Rear Window Defogger): Press to heat the mirrors. See “Rear Window Defogger” under Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8‑1 for more information.

Automatic Dimming Mirror If the vehicle has this feature, the driver side outside mirror adjusts for the glare of headlamps behind you. This feature is controlled by the on and off setting on the inside rearview mirror.

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Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror Vehicles with an automatic dimming inside rearview mirror, compass display, and/or map lamps, and OnStar® will automatically change to reduce glare from headlamps behind you. A time delay feature prevents rapid changing from the day to night positions while driving under lights and through traffic. If the vehicle has OnStar®, there are three control buttons located at the bottom of the mirror. See the OnStar® owner's guide for more information on the services OnStar® provides.

P (On/Off): The automatic dimming feature is activated when the vehicle is started. Press and hold this button for up to six seconds to turn this feature on or off. T (Indicator Light): This light turns on when the automatic dimming feature is active. Map Lamps If the mirror has map lamps, they are located at the bottom of the mirror. To manually turn the lamps on or off, press the button next to each lamp. Cleaning the Mirror Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror. Use a soft towel dampened with water.

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Windows

{ WARNING 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.

Power Windows

The power window switches are located on each door. Pull up or press down on the front of the switch to raise or lower the window. Retained Accessory Power (RAP) allows you to use the power windows when the ignition is off. For more information, see Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9‑23.

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Express-Down Window Press the front of the switch to the second position to activate the express-down feature. To stop the window as it is lowering, press the switch again. Window Indexing This feature automatically lowers the window a small amount when the door is opened. When the door is closed, the window will raise to its full up position. If either window does not index properly, it could be due to loss of power. Before returning to your dealer for service, perform the power window initialize procedure.

Power Window Initialize After a power reconnect such as battery replacement, the window index‐up feature will not function until the system is initialized. Once power is restored: 1. Close the door. 2. Raise the window and hold the

switch up for three seconds after the window is closed.

3. Release the switch, then

hold the switch up again for three seconds and release.

Sun Visors Pull the visor toward you, or move it to the side to help reduce glare. To use the lighted mirror, lift the cover.

Roof

Roof Panel On vehicles with a removable roof panel, follow the procedures when removing or installing it. Removing the Roof Panel

{ WARNING

Do not try to remove a roof panel while the vehicle is moving. Trying to remove the roof panel while the vehicle is moving could cause an accident. The panel could fall into the vehicle and cause you to lose control, or it could fly off and strike another vehicle. You or others could be injured. Remove the roof panel only when the vehicle is parked.

Until you are sure you can remove the panel alone, have someone help you.

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Notice: If you drop or rest a roof panel on its edges, the roof panel, paint and/or weatherstripping may be damaged. Always place the roof panel in the stowage receivers after removing it from the vehicle. 1. Park on a level surface and set

the parking brake. Shift an automatic transmission into P (Park). Shift a manual transmission into N (Neutral). 2. Make sure the ignition is off. 3. Lower both sun visors. 4. Open the rear hatch and remove any items that may interfere with proper storage of the roof panel.

5. Lower the windows.

There are two release latches on the front of the roof panel and one rear release latch on the back of the roof panel.

6. To unlock the release latches on the front of the roof panel, grasp each handle and pull it outward.

The driver side handle moves toward the driver door. The passenger side handle moves toward the passenger door.

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9. When the roof panel is loosened

1. Turn the roof panel so that the

from the vehicle, one person should grasp the roof panel as close to the center as possible and lift it away from the vehicle.

Storing the Roof Panel { WARNING If a roof panel is not stored properly, it could be thrown about the vehicle in a crash or sudden maneuver. People in the vehicle could be injured. Whenever you store a roof panel in the vehicle, always be sure that it is stored securely in the proper location.

Notice: If you drop or rest a roof panel on its edges, the roof panel, paint and/or weatherstripping may be damaged. Always place the roof panel in the stowage receivers after removing it from the vehicle.

front edge of the panel is facing the storage area.

2.

Insert the roof panel so that the outside front edges line up between the receiver covers. Push forward on the roof panel until it stops.

7. To unlock the rear of the roof

panel's rear release latch, press the back of the release handle (B). Then press the button on the front of the release handle (A). Pull down the latch lever. 8. Stand on one side of the

vehicle, and if necessary, have someone stand on the other side. Together, carefully lift the front edge of the roof panel up and forward.

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3. Gently place the roof panel

down so that the back pins on the roof panel drop into the receivers in the back of the storage area.

Press down firmly to seat the pins in the receivers.

Installing the Roof Panel { WARNING

An improperly attached roof panel may fall into or fly off the vehicle. You or others could be injured. After installing the roof panel, always check that it is firmly attached by pushing up on the underside of the panel. Check now and then to be sure the roof panel is firmly in place.

Notice: If you drop or rest a roof panel on its edges, the roof panel, paint and/or weatherstripping may be damaged. Always place the roof panel in the stowage receivers after removing it from the vehicle. In most cases, it makes it easier if two people install the roof panel.

1. Park on a level surface and set

the parking brake. Shift an automatic transmission into P (Park). Shift a manual transmission into N (Neutral). 2. Check that the front release latches and the rear release latch on the vehicle's roof opening are in their opened positions before attempting to install the roof panel.

3. To remove the roof panel from

the rear storage area of the vehicle, pull up on the rear edge and remove it from the storage area.

4. Carefully place the roof panel

over the top of the vehicle.

5. Position the rear edge of the roof panel to the weatherstrip on the back of the roof opening. Then align and fit the pins at the rear of the roof panel inside the openings in the rear overhead weatherstrip. Gently lower the front edge of the roof panel to the front of the roof opening.

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If water drops are frequently allowed to dry on the roof panel, impurities in the water will adhere to the top. These impurities may etch or mar the finish. When the panel gets wet, dry it off.

Convertible Top

Manual Operation For care and cleaning of the convertible top, see “Cleaning the Convertible Top” in this section. High pressure car washes may cause water to enter the vehicle. If the vehicle has this feature, the following procedures explain the proper operation of the manual convertible top.

Removable Roof Panel Notice: If you use a glass treatment and/or conditioner that contains ethyl sulfate on the roof panel, you could damage the panel. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Only use a GM-approved glass cleaner on the roof panel. Special care is necessary when cleaning, removing, and/or storing the roof panel.

Flush with water to remove dust and dirt, then dry the panel.

. Clean a transparent roof panel with GM Glass Cleaner. Leave the cleaner on the panel for one minute, then wipe the panel with a soft, lint-free cloth. Do not use glass cleaner on a painted roof panel.

. Do not use abrasive cleaning

materials on either type of panel.

6. Turn the front release handles inward so that they latch to the closed position.

7. Push up on the handle of the

rear roof release handle to latch its hook in the closed position. 8. Push and pull the roof panel up

and down and side to side to ensure the roof panel is securely installed.

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

A. Front Edge of the

Convertible Top

B. Rear Edge of the

Convertible Top C. Tonneau Cover

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 convertible top if it is damp, wet, or dirty can cause stains, mildew, and damage to the inside of your vehicle. Dry off the convertible top before lowering it. Notice: If you lower the convertible top on your vehicle in cold weather (-18°C (0°F) or lower), you may damage convertible 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 P (Park) or a manual transmission in Neutral before raising or lowering the convertible top.

Lowering the Manual Convertible Top 1. Park on a level surface.

Shift an automatic transmission into P (Park) and set the parking brake. Shift a manual transmission into N (Neutral) and set the parking brake.

2. Make sure the ignition is off. 3. Make sure the trunk is closed.

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4. The convertible top front latch,

located above the inside rearview mirror, must be unlocked. Pull the convertible top front latch down and turn it clockwise to unlock it.

5. Lift upward on the front edge (A)

of the convertible top off of the windshield frame. Then lift upward on the rear edge (B) of the convertible top so it is vertical to the tonneau cover (C). The front edge (A) and rear edge (B) should be straight up. 6. The convertible top front latch

must be turned and closed after the top has been pushed up. Failure to close the latch may prevent the tonneau cover from completely closing.

7. Tilt the driver seatback forward

and press the tonneau cover release button located on the underside of the tonneau cover (C) behind the driver seat. Then raise the tonneau cover (C). If the tonneau cover does not release and three chimes are heard, check to make sure the trunk lid is closed. Also, the tonneau cover will not release if the vehicle alarm is armed.

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Notice: If you lower the convertible top into the storage compartment and the rear edge of the top is not in the full-down position, you could damage the top. Always verify that the rear edge of the convertible top is in the full-down position before lowering the top into the storage compartment.

After pressing the release button, the driver and passenger door glass should retract to the full-down position. If the vehicle has lost battery power, the tonneau cover (C) can still be opened using the manual release cable. The tonneau cover emergency manual release cable is located underneath the carpeting behind the passenger seat head restraint, on the underside forward edge of the tonneau cover. To access the cable, lift and pull back the carpeting. Also, see Hatch on page 2‑10
for information on the emergency trunk release handle.

8. Pull the cable to release the

tonneau cover.

9. Push forward on the front

edge (A) of the convertible top to allow the rear edge (B) of the convertible top to be moved to its full-down position.

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Raising the Manual Convertible Top 1. Park on a level surface. Shift

an automatic transmission into P (Park) and set the parking brake. Shift a manual transmission into N (Neutral) and set the parking brake.

2. Lower both windows. 3. Make sure the ignition is off. 4. Tilt the driver seat forward and

press the tonneau cover release button, or use the manual release cable if battery power has been lost. See Step 6
under “Lowering the Manual Convertible Top” in this section. After pressing the release button, the driver and passenger door glass should retract to the full-down position, if they have not already been lowered.

5. Lift the tonneau cover.

10. Then move the convertible top

rearward to its fully stored position.

11. After the convertible top is

stored, apply one even push on the center of the front edge (A) of the convertible top to ensure that the convertible top is fully retracted.

12. Close the tonneau cover (B) by

pressing down on it with a swift, firm motion.

6. Pull the convertible top up by

firmly gripping the front edge (A) near the center and applying a brisk upward and forward motion to get the top in the full-up position.

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8. Close the tonneau cover (C) by

pushing it down with a swift, firm motion.

9. Lower the rear edge (B) of the convertible top by first slightly pushing the front edge (A) of the convertible top forward.

10. Push the front edge (A) of the convertible top down from the outside of the vehicle, or pull the front edge (A) of the convertible top down from the center pull-down handle located in the inside of the vehicle.

11. Pull the convertible top front latch handle down and turn it counterclockwise to lock the convertible top.

7. Lift the rear edge (B) of the convertible top to its full-up position by first raising the front edge (A).

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Power Operation For care and cleaning of the convertible top see “Cleaning the Convertible Top” in this section. High pressure car washes may cause water to enter the vehicle. To operate the convertible top use the following steps. 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 convertible top if it is damp, wet, or dirty can cause stains, mildew, and damage to the inside of your vehicle. Dry off the convertible top before lowering it. Notice: If you lower the convertible top on your vehicle in cold weather (-18°C (0°F) or lower), you may damage convertible 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 P (Park) or a manual transmission in Neutral before raising or lowering the convertible top.

Lowering the Power Convertible Top 1. Park on a level surface. Start the engine. Shift an automatic transmission into P (Park) and set the parking brake. Shift a manual transmission into N (Neutral), and set the parking brake.

2. Make sure the trunk is closed,

the rear trunk partition in the rear storage area is in the fastened upright position, and no objects are forward of the divider. See “Rear Trunk Partition” under Rear Storage on page 4‑1.

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3. Release the convertible top front

latch, located above the inside rearview mirror, by pulling and turning it clockwise toward the driver door. Push upward on the front edge. The windows will automatically lower.

4. Return the convertible top front

latch to the closed position.

5. Push and hold the bottom of the convertible top switch, located to the left of the steering wheel, on the instrument panel.

The convertible top will lower into the rear of the vehicle. A chime will sound when the convertible top has lowered completely. If the radio is on the sound may be muted for a brief time due to a new audio system equalization being loaded.

If the convertible top is operated multiple times, the engine should be running to prevent drain on the vehicle's battery. Under certain conditions, the Driver Information Center (DIC) may display a message regarding the convertible top. See Convertible Top Messages on page 5‑37 for more information.

Raising the Power Convertible Top 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 P (Park) or a manual transmission in Neutral before raising or lowering the convertible top. 1. Park on a level surface. Start the engine. Shift an automatic transmission into P (Park) and set the parking brake. Shift a manual transmission into N (Neutral) and set the parking brake.

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2. Make sure the trunk lid is closed, the rear trunk partition in the rear storage area is in the fastened upright position, and no objects are forward of the divider. See “Rear Trunk Partition” under Rear Storage on page 4‑1.

3. Push and hold the top of the

convertible top switch. The convertible top will raise and the windows will lower if they were in the raised position. A chime will sound when the convertible top is raised completely.

4. After the convertible top is

completely raised, release the convertible top switch.

If the vehicle has lost power, the convertible top can still be raised by releasing pressure on the hydraulic pump, located under the passenger side of the tonneau cover, using the following steps. The carpet liner on the passenger side must be pulled back to access the hydraulic pump. Never attempt to open or close the convertible top manually without releasing pressure first. Manual operation of the convertible top cannot be attempted for five minutes after the last time the convertible top switch was pressed if the convertible top was not opened completely and the tonneau cover latched or closed completely with the front latch locked in place at the time the convertible top switch was released.

5. Pull the convertible top

front latch down and turn it counterclockwise to lock the convertible top.

If the radio is on the sound may be muted for a brief time due to a new audio system equalization being loaded.

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Be careful when opening the tonneau cover by hand. If the tonneau cover is opened quickly, damage can occur to the hinging mechanism, which can prevent proper operation of the convertible top.

4. Use the wrench, located in the console, and turn the pressure release bolt counterclockwise one revolution, to relieve pressure to the hydraulic pump. This will allow you to manually raise the convertible top.

2. Pull back the carpet liner on the

5. Then follow the steps under

passenger side to access the hydraulic pump.

3. Locate the pressure release bolt on the front side of the hydraulic pump.

raising the manual convertible top. See “Manual Operation” or “Power Operation” in this section.

When power is restored to the vehicle, the hydraulic bolt must be tightened, by turning it clockwise. The convertible top switch can then be used to lower or raise the convertible top. If the convertible top is operated multiple times, the engine should be running to prevent drain on the vehicle's battery. Under certain conditions, the Driver Information Center (DIC) may display a message regarding the convertible top. See Convertible Top Messages on page 5‑37 for more information.

1. Open the tonneau cover by

pulling the emergency release cable. The tonneau cover emergency release cable is located behind the passenger seat head restraint, on the underside forward edge of the tonneau cover. Also, see Hatch on page 2‑10 for information on the emergency trunk release handle.

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If the battery has been disconnected, the power windows must be initialized for the power top to operate. See Power Windows on page 2‑18 for more information. Cleaning the Convertible Top The convertible top should be cleaned often. However, high pressure car washes may cause water to enter the vehicle. When hand washing the convertible top, do it in partial shade. Use a mild soap, lukewarm water, and a soft sponge. A chamois or cloth may leave lint on the top, and a brush can chafe the threads in the top fabric. Do not use detergents, harsh cleaners, solvents, or bleaching agents.

Wet the entire vehicle and wash the top evenly to avoid spots or rings. Let the soap remain on the fabric for a few minutes. When the top is really dirty, use a mild foam-type cleaner. Thoroughly rinse the entire vehicle, then let the top dry in direct sunlight. To protect the convertible top: . After washing the vehicle,

make sure the convertible top is completely dry before lowering it.

. Do not get any cleaner on the

vehicle's painted finish; it could leave streaks. If go through an automatic car wash, ask the manager if the equipment could damage the convertible top.

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Child Restraints

Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-37
Infants and Young

Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-39
Child Restraint Systems . . . . . 3-41
Lower Anchors and Tethers

for Children (LATCH System) (Coupe and Convertible Models Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-43

Lower Anchors and Tethers

for Children (LATCH System) (ZO6 and ZR1
Models Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-44

Replacing LATCH System

Parts After a Crash . . . . . . . . . 3-48
Securing Child Restraints . . . . 3-48

Seats and Restraints

Head Restraints

Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

Front Seats

Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Power Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . 3-3
Lumbar Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Seatback Latches . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Heated Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8

Safety Belts

Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
How to Wear Safety Belts

Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18
Safety Belt Use During

Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-20
Safety Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . 3-21

Safety System Check . . . . . . . . 3-21
Safety Belt Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21
Replacing Safety Belt System

Parts After a Crash . . . . . . . . . 3-22

Airbag System

Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-22
Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . 3-24
When Should an Airbag

Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-26

What Makes an Airbag

Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-27

How Does an Airbag

Restrain? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-28

What Will You See After an

Airbag Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-28

Passenger Sensing

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-30

Servicing the Airbag-Equipped

Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-34

Adding Equipment to the

Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . 3-35
Airbag System Check . . . . . . . . 3-36
Replacing Airbag System

Parts After a Crash . . . . . . . . . 3-36

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Head Restraints The vehicle's front seats have head restraints in the outboard seating positions that cannot be adjusted. The front seat outboard head restraints are not designed to be removed.

Front Seats

Seat Adjustment

{ WARNING You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver 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 seat only when the vehicle is not moving.

To adjust the seat: 1. Lift the bar under the front edge

of the seat cushion to unlock the seat.

2. Slide the seat to the desired position and release the bar.

3. Try to move the seat back and

forth to be sure the seat is locked in place.

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Power Seat Adjustment

Memory Seat, Mirrors, and Steering Wheel

To adjust a power seat, if equipped: . Move the seat forward or

rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward.

. Raise or lower the front or rear

part of the seat cushion by moving the front or rear of the control up or down.

On vehicles with the memory feature, the controls on the driver door are used to program and recall memory settings for the driver seat, outside mirrors, and the telescopic steering column, if equipped.

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The numbers on the back of the remote keyless entry (RKE) transmitters correspond to the numbers on the memory buttons.

Storing Memory Positions To save into memory: 1. Adjust the driver seat, both

outside mirrors, and the telescopic steering column, if equipped.

2. Press and hold “1” until

two beeps sound.

3. Repeat for a second driver

position using “2.”

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To recall a memory position: . On vehicles with an automatic

transmission, press and release “1” or “2.” If the vehicle is in P (Park), a single beep sounds and the memory position is recalled after a brief delay. If the vehicle is not in P (Park), three beeps sound and the memory position is not recalled.

. On vehicles with a manual

transmission, when the vehicle is on, the parking brake must be set to recall a memory position. Press and release “1” or “2.” A single beep sounds and the memory position is recalled after a brief delay. If the vehicle is on and the parking brake is not set, three beeps sound and the memory position is not recalled.

Memory Remote Recall (Automatic Transmission) This feature can recall the driver seat, outside mirrors, and telescopic steering column, if equipped, to stored positions when entering the vehicle. To activate, enter the vehicle and start the engine. The driver seat, outside mirrors, and telescopic steering column will move to the memory position associated with the transmitter used to unlock the vehicle. This feature is turned on or off using the vehicle personalization menu. See “Auto Memory Recall” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑55 for more information.

To stop recall movement, press one of the power seat controls, power mirror or memory buttons, or the telescopic steering column switch. If something has blocked the driver seat while recalling a memory position, the recall may stop. Remove the obstruction; then press and hold the appropriate manual control for the memory item that is not recalling for two seconds. Try recalling the memory position again by pressing the appropriate memory button. If the memory position is still not recalling, see your dealer for service.

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If something has blocked the driver seat while recalling the exit position, the recall may stop. Remove the obstruction; then press and hold the power seat control rearward for two seconds. Try recalling the exit position again. If the exit position is still not recalling, see your dealer for service. See “Auto Exit Recall” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑55 for more information.

Easy Exit Driver Seat This feature can move the seat rearward and the telescopic steering column, if equipped, out of the way to allow extra room to exit the vehicle. B (Easy Exit Driver Seat): Press to save and recall the easy exit seat position. To save into memory: 1. Recall the desired driving

position by pressing “1.” 2. Adjust the seat and the

telescopic steering column to the desired exit position.

3. Press and hold B until

two beeps sound.

4. Repeat for a second driver

position using “2.”

To recall, press and release B. The vehicle must be in P (Park) for an automatic transmission or the parking brake must be set for a manual transmission. A single beep sounds. The seat and telescopic steering column will move to the position previously stored for the identified driver. If the easy exit seat feature is programmed on in the vehicle personalization menu, automatic recall occurs when one of the following conditions is met:

The vehicle is turned off, in Retained Accessory Power (RAP) or accessory mode, and the driver door is opened. The vehicle is turned off, or in RAP, and the unlock button on the RKE transmitter is pressed.

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Lumbar Adjustment

Power Lumbar and Side Bolsters

A. Lumbar Support Control B. Side Bolster Support Control To adjust the support, if equipped: . Move control (A) forward or

rearward to adjust lumbar support.

. Move control (B) up or down to

adjust the side bolsters.

Reclining Seatbacks { WARNING You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver 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 seat only when the vehicle is not moving.

{ WARNING

If either 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 seatbacks to be sure they are locked.

To recline the seatback: 1. Lift the lever. 2. Move the seatback to the desired position, and then release the lever to lock the seatback in place.

3. Push and pull on the seatback

to make sure it is locked.

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WARNING (Continued)

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 the safety belt properly.

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

To return the seatback to the upright position: 1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback, and the seatback will return to the upright position.

2. Push and pull on the seatback

to make sure it is locked. { WARNING

Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job when reclined like this. The shoulder belt cannot do its job because it will not be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries.

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Seatback Latches

To fold a seatback forward, lift the latch on top of the backside of the seat. The seatback locks when folded down.

{ WARNING

If either 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 seatbacks to be sure they are locked.

To return a seatback to the sitting position, lift up on the latch, raise the seatback, and push the seatback rearward. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked in place.

Heated Front Seats { WARNING

If you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin, the seat heater may cause burns even at low temperatures. To reduce the risk of burns, people with such a condition should use care when using the seat heater, especially for long periods of time. Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat, such as a blanket, cushion, cover, or similar item. This may cause the seat heater to overheat. An overheated seat heater may cause a burn or may damage the seat.

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{ WARNING

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 the vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly.

This vehicle has indicators as a reminder to buckle the safety belts. See Safety Belt Reminders on page 5‑16 for additional information.

Safety Belts This section of the manual describes how to use safety belts properly. It also describes some things not to do with safety belts.

{ WARNING

Do not let anyone ride where a safety belt cannot be worn properly. In a crash, if you or your passenger(s) are not wearing safety belts, the injuries can be much worse. You can hit things inside the vehicle harder or be ejected from the vehicle. You and your passenger(s) can 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.

If available, the buttons are on the center console. The ignition must be on for this feature to work. L (Heated Seat): Press to turn the heated seat on at the high setting. Press again to switch to the low setting. 9 (Off): Press to turn the heated seat off.

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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 safety belts they could have been badly hurt or killed. 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.

Put someone on it.

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

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

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

or the instrument panel...

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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.

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 40 km (25 mi) of home. And the greatest number of serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 65 km/h (40 mph). Safety belts are for everyone.

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.

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

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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.

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

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 infants. If a child will be riding in the vehicle, see Older Children on page 3‑37 or Infants and Young Children on page 3‑39. 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.

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Q: What is wrong with this?

{ WARNING

Q: What is wrong with this?

You can be seriously hurt if the 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.

A: The shoulder belt is too loose.

It will not give as much protection this way.

A: The lap belt is too loose. It will

not give nearly as much protection this way.

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{ WARNING

Q: What is wrong with this?

{ WARNING

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You can be seriously hurt if the 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.

You can be seriously injured if the 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 the belt into the buckle nearest you.

A: The belt is buckled in the wrong

buckle.

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Q: What is wrong with this?

{ WARNING

Q: What is wrong with this?

You can be seriously injured if the 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.

A: The belt is over an armrest.

A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times.

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{ WARNING

Q: What is wrong with this?

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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.

A: The belt is behind the body.

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?

{ WARNING

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 to fix it.

A: The belt is twisted across

the body.

Lap-Shoulder Belt All seating positions in the vehicle have a lap-shoulder belt. The following instructions explain 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.

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If the shoulder portion of a passenger belt is pulled out all the way, the child restraint locking feature may be engaged. If this happens, let the belt go back all the way and start again. Engaging the child restraint locking feature in the right front seating position may affect the passenger sensing system. See Passenger Sensing System on page 3‑30 for more information.

3. Push the latch plate into the

4. To make the lap part tight, pull

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 3‑21.