2008 Pontiac VIBE Owners Manual

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before it will start the vehicle. See your dealer/retailer. If you make your own duplicate key, you will not be able to cancel the system or start the vehicle. In an emergency, contact Roadside Assistance. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-6 for more information. Notice: you may have to damage the vehicle to get in. Be sure you have spare keys. If you ever lock your keys in your vehicle, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System If the vehicle has the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system, it 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. 2-3 (cid:129) At times you may notice a decrease in 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: (cid:129) Check the distance. You may be too far from your vehicle. You may need to stand closer during rainy or snowy weather. (cid:129) 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. (cid:129) 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. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation If your vehicle has this feature, you can lock and unlock your doors from about 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m) away using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter supplied with your vehicle. The RKE transmitter will look different if your vehicle was purchased in Canada, however it will operate the same. LOCK: Press this button to lock all of the doors. The turn signal lights will ﬂash once to conﬁrm that the doors have locked. 2-4 (cid:129) UNLOCK: Press this button once to unlock the driver’s door. The turn signal lights will ﬂash twice and the interior lamps will come on to conﬁrm that the door has unlocked. If the UNLOCK button is pressed again within three seconds, all remaining doors will unlock and the turn signal lights will ﬂash twice and interior lamps will remain on to conﬁrm that all doors & hatch have unlocked. The interior lamps will stay on for 15 seconds or until the ignition is turned on. HATCH/GLASS: Press this button to open the rear liftglass. If the ignition key is in the ON position, the liftglass cannot be opened by the HATCH/GLASS button on the transmitter. Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle Each RKE transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased through your dealer/retailer. Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer/retailer. When the dealer/retailer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle, any remaining transmitters must also be matched. Once your dealer/retailer has coded the new transmitter, the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle. Each vehicle can have a maximum of four transmitters matched to it. 2-5 Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in your RKE transmitter should last about three years. The battery is weak if the transmitter will not work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it is probably time to change the battery. 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. 2-6 To replace the battery: 1. Insert a small coin or similar object to separate the bottom half from the top half of the transmitter. 2. Remove the battery and replace it with the new one. Make sure the positive side of the battery faces upward. For battery replacement, use a three-volt battery, type CR2032, or equivalent. 3. Snap the transmitter back together tightly to be sure no moisture can enter. Doors and Locks Door Locks {CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. (cid:129) 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. (cid:129) 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. (cid:129) 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. There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. From the outside, use your key or the remote keyless entry transmitter, if equipped. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-4 for more information. If your vehicle has power door locks, open the driver’s door by turning the key in the lock toward the rear of the vehicle. Turning the key back toward the center, then toward the rear again will unlock all of the doors. Using the key in the passenger’s door will also unlock all of the doors. Lock a door by turning the key toward the front of the vehicle. If you have power door locks, all the doors will lock. 2-7 Power Door Locks If your vehicle has this feature, the power door lock switch is located on the armrest of the driver’s and front passenger’s door. To manually lock the door from the inside, press the knob on the door forward. To unlock the door, press the knob rearward. With manual locks, you must use the key to lock and unlock the liftgate. e (Power Door Lock): Press the top of the switch to lock all the doors. Press the bottom of the switch to unlock all the doors. 2-8 Rear Door Security Locks Your vehicle is equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors on your vehicle from the inside. The security locks are located on the inside of the rear door trim. To use these locks, do the following: 1. Slide the lever down. 2. Close the door. 3. Do the same thing to the other rear door lock. The rear doors on your vehicle cannot be opened from the inside when this feature is in use. To open a rear door with the security lock, do the following: 1. Unlock the door from the inside. 2. Then open the door from the outside. If you don’t cancel the security lock feature, adults and older children who ride in the rear won’t be able to open the rear door from the inside. You should let adults and older children know how these security locks work, and how to cancel the locks. 2-9 CAUTION: (Continued) and even death. If you must drive with the liftgate open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the liftgate or liftglass: (cid:129) Make sure all other windows are shut. (cid:129) Turn the fan on your climate control system to its highest speed and select the control setting that will force outside air into your vehicle. See “Climate Control System” in the Index. If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel, open them all the way. See Engine Exhaust on page 2-32. To cancel the rear door security lock, do the following: 1. Unlock the door from the inside and open the door from the outside. 2. Slide the lever up. 3. Do the same for the other rear door. The rear door locks will now work normally. Liftgate/Liftglass {CAUTION: It can be dangerous to drive with the liftgate or liftglass open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You cannot see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness (Continued) CAUTION: 2-10 (cid:129) Liftgate/Liftglass Release To unlock and open the liftgate using the key, insert the key into the keyhole and turn counterclockwise. Raise the liftgate by hand. To lock the liftgate, turn the key clockwise to the ﬁrst position. To open the liftglass using the key, insert the key into the keyhole and turn clockwise to the second position. Use the handle in the center of the liftglass to help in lifting the glass. Your vehicle may have a liftglass release button which is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. Press this button to release the liftglass. When closing the liftgate, use the handle to pull it down. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-4 for more information. 2-11 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. 2-12 Manual Windows Use the window crank to open and close each window. 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. 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 keys in a vehicle with children. When there are children in the rear seat use the window lockout button to prevent unintentional operation of the windows. If your vehicle has this feature, the switches controlling the driver’s and passenger’s windows are located on the driver’s door. The power window switch on each passenger door controls that window only. These switches work while the ignition is turned to ON. Press the front of a switch to lower a window and lift the front of the switch to raise a window. AUTO (Express-Down): Press this switch all the way down and release it to lower the driver’s window quickly. o (Lock-Out): Press the window lock-out button, located near the driver’s power door lock switches, to disable the passenger’s power window switches. Press the button again to enable the window switches. Only the driver’s window will operate with the lock-out button pressed. 2-13 Sun Visors To block out glare, swing down the sun visors. You can also swing them to the side. The visors can be slid along the rod for extended coverage for the side windows unless your vehicle has roof-mounted side impact airbags. Visor Vanity Mirror Swing down the sun visor to expose the vanity mirror. The vanity mirror may have a cover. Lift 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. Immobilizer 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. 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. 2-14 Immobilizer Operation (Canada Only) Your vehicle has 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. Your vehicle will have one of the following security lights, located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. The security light will ﬂash when the system is armed. When the key is inserted in the ignition the transponder in the key head transmits an electronic code to the vehicle and automatically cancels the system. Only the correct key will start the vehicle. If the engine does not start, 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 5-91. 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 theft-deterrent system and have a new key made. If any of the following conditions occur, contact your dealer/retailer. The security light stays on. The security light does not start ﬂashing when the key is removed from the ignition. The security light ﬂashes inconsistently. See your dealer/retailer to have a new key with a transponder made. Bring the key and key number with you. In an emergency, contact Roadside Assistance Program. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-6. 2-15 (cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the theft deterrent system in the vehicle. Content Theft-Deterrent Your vehicle may have a theft-deterrent system designed to activate an alarm if someone attempts to damage or break into your vehicle. The alarm will sound and the headlamps and turn signal lamps will ﬂash for about one minute. The interior lights will also come on when the interior lamps control is in the door position. Your vehicle will have one of the following security lights, located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. Arming the System To arm the system: 1. Remove the key from the ignition. The security light will ﬂash when the key is removed from the ignition. See Immobilizer Operation (Canada Only) on page 2-15 for additional information. 2. Have all passengers get out of the vehicle. 3. Close and lock all doors including the liftgate/liftglass with the key or Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. The security light will come on when all doors and liftgate are closed and locked. The system will be automatically set after 30 seconds. When the system is set, the security light will ﬂash. 4. After the security light starts ﬂashing, you may leave the vehicle. Do not leave anyone in the vehicle when you set the system, because unlocking the vehicle from the inside will activate the system. 2-16 Testing the Alarm To test the alarm: 1. Open all the windows. 2. Set the system as described in the previous procedure. The doors and liftgate should be locked with the key or RKE transmitter. Be sure to wait until the security light starts ﬂashing. 3. Unlock the driver’s door from the inside. The system should activate the alarm. 4. Stop the alarm as described in the disarming procedure following. 5. Repeat this operation for the other doors. Also check that the system is activated when the battery terminal is disconnected and then reconnected. If the system does not work properly, have it checked by your dealer/retailer. How the System Alarm is Activated The system will activate the alarm: If the driver’s or front passenger’s door is unlocked without using the key or RKE transmitter. If any door or the liftgate/liftglass is forcibly opened without the key or RKE transmitter. If the battery terminal is disconnected and then reconnected. If the ignition is hot-wired. If the side window glass is broken or damaged. The security light will come on when the system is activated. If the driver’s or front passenger’s doors are unlocked without using the key or RKE transmitter, the other doors and the liftgate will be automatically locked again. After one minute the alarm will automatically stop and the security light will start ﬂashing again. 2-17 (cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) Reactivating the System Once the system is set, it will automatically reset the alarm after the alarm stops. The alarm will activate again under the same conditions as described earlier. Disarming the System To disarm the alarm: Turn the ignition key from LOCK/OFF to ON/RUN. (cid:129) Unlock any of the doors with the key or with the RKE transmitter. If the liftgate or liftglass is opened with the key, the system will still be activated. Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the theft deterrent system in the vehicle. 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: (cid:129) Do not drive at any one constant speed, fast or slow, for the ﬁrst 500 miles (805 km). Do not make full-throttle starts. Avoid downshifting to brake or slow the vehicle. (cid:129) 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. (cid:129) Do not tow a trailer during break-in. See Towing a Trailer on page 4-27 for the trailer towing capabilities of your vehicle and more information. Following break-in, engine speed and load can be gradually increased. 2-18 (cid:129) Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition switch, you can turn it to four different positions. If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you Notice: cannot turn it, be sure you are using the correct key; if so, is it all the way in? If it is, then turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard. Turn the key only with your hand. Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch. If none of these work, then your vehicle needs service. (A) LOCK/OFF: This is the only position from which you can remove the key. This locks your steering wheel, ignition and automatic transmission. Push in the ignition switch as you turn the key toward you. If you have an automatic transmission, the ignition switch cannot be turned to LOCK/OFF unless the shift lever is in PARK (P). {CAUTION: On manual transmission vehicles, turning the key to LOCK/OFF 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 only to ACC/ACCESSORY. Do not push the key in while the vehicle is moving. (B) ACC/ACCESSORY: This position operates some of your electrical accessories, such as the radio, but not the ventilation fan. It unlocks the steering wheel and ignition. To move the key from ACC/ACCESSORY to LOCK/OFF, push in the key and then turn it to LOCK/OFF. 2-19 (C) ON/RUN: This is the position the switch returns to after you start your engine and release the switch. The switch stays in the ON/RUN position when the engine is running. But even when the ignition is not running, you can use ON/RUN to operate your electrical accessories, including the ventilation fan and 115 volt power outlet, 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. (D) START: This position starts the engine. When the engine starts, release the key. The ignition switch will return to ON/RUN for normal driving. When the engine is not running, ACC/ACCESSORY and ON/RUN allow you to operate some of your electrical accessories. A warning tone will sound if you open the driver’s door when the ignition is still in ACC/ACCESSORY or LOCK/OFF and the key is in the ignition. 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 Move 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. 2-20 Manual Transmission The shift lever should be in NEUTRAL 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 the 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. When using a key with a transponder chip and while starting the engine, do not use a key with the key ring touching the key grip or other transponder chip keys nearby. This may cause the engine not to start or may stop it soon after it starts. 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. 2-21 Engine Coolant Heater The engine coolant heater, if available, can help in cold weather conditions at or below 0°F (−18°C) for easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Plug in the coolant heater at least four hours before starting your vehicle. To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. The electrical cord is located on the driver’s side of the engine compartment. 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet. {CAUTION: Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a ﬁre. You could be seriously injured. Plug the cord into a properly grounded three-prong 110-volt AC outlet. If the cord will not reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps. 4. Before starting the engine, be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts. If you do not, it could be damaged. How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in? The answer depends on the outside temperature, the kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact your dealer in the area where you will be parking your vehicle. The dealer/retailer can give you the best advice for that particular area. 2-22 Automatic Transmission Operation There are several different positions for your shift lever. PARK (P): This position locks your front wheels. It is the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle cannot move easily. {CAUTION: It is 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. (Continued) CAUTION: CAUTION: (Continued) 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 you are on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK (P). See Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transmission) on page 2-28. If you are pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on page 4-27. Make sure that the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before starting the engine. Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system. You have to 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. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever, push the shift lever all the way into PARK (P) and release the shift lever button as you maintain brake application. Then press the shift lever button and move the shift lever into the gear you wish. See Shifting Out of PARK (P) on page 2-30. 2-23 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. DRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. It provides the best fuel economy for your vehicle. If you need more power for passing, and you are: (cid:129) Going less than about 27 mph (43 km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. (cid:129) Going about 29 mph (47 km/h) or more, push your accelerator pedal all the way down. You will shift down to the next gear and have more power. Downshifting the transmission in slippery road conditions could result in skidding, see Skidding under Loss of Control on page 4-10 SECOND (2): This position reduces vehicle speed more than DRIVE (D) without using your brakes. You can use SECOND (2) on hills. It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads, but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on. REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. 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. 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 4-18. NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine does not connect with the wheels. To restart when you are already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. {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. 2-24 LOW (L): This position reduces vehicle speed even more than SECOND (2) 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 slow enough. Notice: Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in one place on a hill using only the accelerator pedal may damage the transmission. The repair will not be covered by your warranty. If you are stuck, do not spin the tires. When stopping on a hill, use the brakes to hold the vehicle in place. Overdrive Off Vehicles with an automatic transmission have an O/D (overdrive off) button located on the left side of the shift lever. When you turn on your vehicle overdrive will automatically come on until you turn it off. Press the O/D button to turn overdrive off or on. A light on the instrument panel cluster comes on when the overdrive is on. See Overdrive Off Light on page 3-39. Drive your vehicle with the overdrive on for better fuel economy and quieter driving. 2-25 THIRD (3), FOURTH (4), FIFTH (5): Shift into THIRD (3), FOURTH (4) and FIFTH (5) the same way you do for SECOND (2). Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. 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 down on the clutch pedal and shift into REVERSE (R). Let up on the clutch pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal. 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. Also, use REVERSE (R) along with the parking brake for parking your vehicle. Manual Transmission Operation Five-Speed 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. 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. 2-26 Shift Speeds {CAUTION: Parking Brake 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. If you skip a gear when you downshift, you could lose control of your vehicle. You could injure yourself or others. Do not shift down more than one gear at a time when you downshift. This chart shows when to shift to the next gear for the best fuel economy. Manual Transmission Recommended Shift Speeds 1.8 L 25 mph 40 km/h 15 mph 24 km/h 4 to 5 or 5 to 4 3 to 4 or 4 to 3 2 to 3 or 3 to 2 Engine 1 to 2 or 2 to 1 5 to 6 or 6 to 5 45 mph 72 km/h — If your speed drops below 20 mph (32 km/h), or if the engine is not running smoothly, you should downshift to the next lower gear. You may have to downshift two or more gears to keep the engine running smoothly or for good performance. 40 mph 64 km/h 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 lever all the way down. 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. 2-27 To shift into PARK (P), do the following: 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake. See Parking Brake on page 2-27 for more information. 2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) by holding in 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 key in your hand, your vehicle is in PARK (P). If you are towing a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on page 4-27. Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transmission) {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. If you are pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on page 4-27. 2-28 Torque Lock (Automatic Transmission) If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift 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 2-28. 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). Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running (Automatic Transmission) {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 automatic transmission 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. Then, see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK (P) without ﬁrst pulling it toward you. If you can, it means that the shift lever was not fully locked into PARK (P). 2-29 Shifting Out of PARK (P) Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in ON/RUN. See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2-23. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever – push the shift lever all the way into PARK (P) and release the shift lever button as you maintain brake application. Then press the shift lever button and move the shift lever into the gear you wish. Shift Lock Release If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still cannot shift out of PARK (P), try this: 1. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. Make sure the parking brake is applied. 2. Carefully pry the cover from the shift lock override, located to the right of the shift lever. 3. Insert the end of a ﬂat-tipped tool into the round slot and press down ﬁrmly. 4. While maintaining brake application, move the shift lever into the drive gear you want. 5. Have the vehicle ﬁxed as soon as possible. 2-30 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. Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transmission) Before you get out of your vehicle, move the shift lever into REVERSE (R), and ﬁrmly apply the parking brake. Once the shift lever has been placed into REVERSE (R) with the clutch pedal pressed in, you can turn the ignition key to LOCK, remove the key and release the clutch. If you are parking on a hill, or if your vehicle is pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on page 4-27. Evaporation Pump Your vehicle is equipped with a vacuum pump for the vehicle’s fuel evaporation system. This pump performs a fuel evaporation leakage test approximately ﬁve hours after the engine is turned off. You may hear a sound coming from underneath the rear cargo compartment for several minutes. The noise is normal and does not signify a malfunction. See your dealer/retailer with any questions. 2-31 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 2-32. 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 4-15. 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: (cid:129) The exhaust system sounds strange or different. (cid:129) Your vehicle gets rusty underneath. (cid:129) Your vehicle was damaged in a collision. (cid:129) Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris. (cid:129) Repairs were not done correctly. (cid:129) Your vehicle or the exhaust system has been modiﬁed improperly. If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your vehicle: (cid:129) Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO; and (cid:129) Have your vehicle ﬁxed immediately. 2-32 {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. 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 you are on fairly level ground, always set the parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK (P). Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle will not move. See Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transmission) on page 2-28. If you are parking on a hill and if you are pulling a trailer, also see Towing a Trailer on page 4-27. 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. Push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it for nighttime use. The mirror may have lights located on the bottom of the mirror. Press the button next to each light to turn it on or off. 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® buttons located at the bottom of the mirror face. See your dealer/retailer for more information on the system and how to subscribe to OnStar®. See OnStar® System on page 2-35 for more information on the services OnStar® provides. 2-33 Outside Remote Control Mirrors Your vehicle has outside power adjustable mirrors. The controls are located to the left of the steering wheel on the instrument panel. To adjust either mirror, push the button labeled L (left) or R (right). Use the arrows on the control pad to adjust the direction of the mirror. Once both mirrors have been adjusted, move the selector switch back to the center. This prevents the mirrors from being moved once they have been adjusted. Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror While 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 mirror may have an automatic dimming feature that darkens gradually to reduce the glare of headlamps from behind. When the ignition key is inserted and turned on, the inside rear view mirror always turns on in the automatic function mode. An indicator light located on the mirror will come on to show you that the function is on. When the inside air temperature is low, it may take a little longer for the mirror to darken in response to the detection of headlights. Press the AUTO button located in the lower center of the mirror to turn automatic dimming on and the ( (off) button located next to the AUTO button to turn automatic dimming off. One photocell on the front of the mirror senses when it is becoming dark outside. Another photocell, facing rearward, senses headlamps behind you. To keep the photocells operating well, occasionally clean them with a cotton swab and glass cleaner. 2-34 Outside Convex Mirror OnStar® System {CAUTION: 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 your right. Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes. The passenger side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so more can be seen from the driver seat. It also makes things, like other vehicles, look farther away than they really are. 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. 2-35 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 equipped 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. 2-36 Available Services with Safe & Sound Plan (cid:129) Automatic Notiﬁcation of Airbag Deployment (cid:129) Advanced Automatic Crash Notiﬁcation (AACN) (If equipped) Link to Emergency Services (cid:129) Roadside Assistance (cid:129) Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance (cid:129) AccidentAssist (cid:129) Remote Door Unlock/Vehicle Alert (cid:129) OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics (cid:129) GM Goodwrench® On Demand Diagnostics (cid:129) OnStar Hands-Free Calling with 30 complimentary minutes (cid:129) OnStar Virtual Advisor (U.S. Only) Available Services included with Directions & Connections Plan (cid:129) All Safe and Sound Plan Services (cid:129) Driving Directions - Advisor delivered or OnStar Turn-by-Turn Navigation (If equipped) (cid:129) RideAssist Information and Convenience Services (cid:129) (cid:129) OnStar Steering Wheel Controls Your vehicle may be equipped with a Talk/Mute button that can be used to interact with OnStar Hands-Free Calling. On some vehicles, you may have to hold the button for a few seconds and give the command “ONSTAR” in order to activate the OnStar Hands-Free Calling feature. 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. 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.) 2-37 How OnStar Service Works In order to provide you with OnStar services, 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. OnStar service that involves location information about your vehicle cannot work unless GPS satellite signals are unobstructed and available in that place as well. 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 You may need to increase the volume of your radio to 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 a dealer. If the light appears clear (no light is appearing), your OnStar subscription has expired. You can always press the blue OnStar button to conﬁrm that your OnStar equipment is active. 2-38 Storage Areas Glove Box To open the glove box, lift up on the lever. Cupholder(s) There are two ﬁxed cupholders located in the console area between the two front seats. There are also two cupholders that fold out of the rear of the console storage unit. Coinholder(s) Your instrument panel may have a coinholder located to the left of the steering wheel and on the center console near the parking brake. Instrument Panel Storage There are storage compartments located on the instrument panel in two places. They are below the interior/instrument panel brightness dial and below the shift lever. Pull the top of the door toward you to open it or for the compartment below the shift lever, push the button to open it. Center Console Storage A storage area is located in the console between the seats. To access the storage area, pull up the lock release lever while raising the lid. Floor Mats The driver’s side ﬂoor mat is held in place by two locator hooks. Be sure the driver’s side ﬂoor mat is properly placed on the ﬂoor so that it does not block the movement of the accelerator pedal. 2-39 How to Remove and Replace the Floor Mat To remove the ﬂoor mat, pull up on the rear of the mat to disconnect it from the locator hooks. To reinstall the ﬂoor mat, line up the openings in the ﬂoor mat over the locator hooks and push down into place. Luggage Carrier {CAUTION: If you try to carry something on top of your vehicle that is longer or wider than the luggage carrier — like paneling, plywood, a mattress and so forth — the wind can catch it as you drive along. This can cause you to lose control. What you are carrying could be violently torn off, and this could cause you or other drivers to have a collision, and of course damage your vehicle. You may be able to carry something like this inside. But, never carry something longer or wider than the luggage carrier on top of your vehicle. The luggage carrier has sliding crossrails and side rails that are attached to the roof to secure cargo. Use accessory racks that are compatible with your luggage carrier. These are available through your dealer/retailer. 2-40 Do not exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your vehicle. For more information on vehicle capacity and loading, see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-19. To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you are driving, check to make sure the luggage carrier and cargo are still securely fastened. Rear Storage Area A storage area is located under the rear cargo area ﬂoor panel. Turn the knobs on the ﬂoor panel to unlock the storage area access cover. Be sure to lock the access cover to close it securely. 2-41 To adjust the position of the crossrails, do the following: 1. Turn the knobs counterclockwise to loosen the crossrails. 2. Slide the crossrails to the desired position for loading the luggage. Do not move the rear crossrail any closer than eight inches from the antenna base in order to avoid loss of radio reception. 3. After adjusting the crossrails, be sure to tighten all the knobs by turning them clockwise. Notice: Loading cargo on the luggage carrier that weighs more than 150 lbs (68 kg) or hangs over the rear or sides of the vehicle may damage your vehicle. Load cargo so that it rests on the slats as far forward as possible and against the side rails, making sure to fasten it securely. Rear Cargo Accessory Track System Your vehicle has a track system located on the ﬂoor of the rear cargo area. This system can be used to carry accessories in your vehicle in many ways by using the tie-down anchors provided in your vehicle or accessory packages available from your dealer/retailer. Make sure the cargo being carried in the rear cargo area is secure. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-19. Cargo Cover To use the cargo cover, loosen the straps and attach the side hooks of the cargo cover to the upper tie down hooks located along both sides of the rear cargo area. Pull straps to adjust. {CAUTION: An improperly stored cargo cover could be thrown about the vehicle during a collision or sudden maneuver. You or others could be injured. If you remove the cover, always store it in the proper storage location. When you put it back, always be sure that it is securely reattached. Cargo Tie Downs The tire tie-down straps are designed to secure a ﬂat tire. You can also use the straps and hooks to secure your luggage. There are eight tie-down hooks located in the rear of the vehicle. The straps are located under the cargo area ﬂoor panel. To use the straps, hook the ends to the lower tie-down hooks in a criss-cross pattern across the cargo. Pull on the straps at the buckle to tighten the straps as needed. 2-42 Sunroof To open or close the sunroof, press the switch marked SLIDE rearward or forward. The sunroof will close partially and stop. Once the sunroof stops, release the switch and press the button again to fully close it. The sunroof can be opened to any position. The sunshade will open when the sunroof is opened. The sunshade must be closed manually. If the vehicle has a sunroof, it can be opened or put in a tilt position. To tilt the sunroof, slide the sunshade rearward, then press the switch marked UP. Press the other end of the switch to lower the sunroof. The ignition must be in the ON position for the switch to work. 2-43 ✍ NOTES 2-44 Section 3 Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview ...............................3-4 Hazard Warning Flashers ................................3-6 Other Warning Devices ...................................3-6 Horn .............................................................3-6 Tilt Wheel .....................................................3-7 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 Rear Window Wiper/Washer ...........................3-10 Cruise Control ..............................................3-11 Exterior Lamps .............................................3-14 Headlamps on Reminder ................................3-15 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) .......................3-15 Automatic Headlamp System ..........................3-16 Fog Lamps ..................................................3-16 Instrument Panel Brightness ...........................3-16 Interior Lamps Control ...................................3-17 Entry Lighting ...............................................3-17 Reading Lamps ............................................3-17 Accessory Power Outlet(s) .............................3-18 Power Outlet 115 Volt Alternating Current ........3-18 Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter ......................3-19 Climate Controls ............................................3-20 Climate Control System .................................3-20 Outlet Adjustment .........................................3-22 Passenger Compartment Air Filter ...................3-23 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ............3-25 Instrument Panel Cluster ................................3-26 Speedometer and Odometer ...........................3-27 Trip Odometers ............................................3-27 Tachometer .................................................3-28 Safety Belt Reminders ...................................3-28 Airbag Readiness Light ..................................3-29 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ...................3-30 Charging System Light ..................................3-32 Brake System Warning Light ..........................3-32 Antilock Brake System Warning Light ...............3-33 Low Tire Pressure Warning Light ....................3-34 Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light ...........................................3-34 StabiliTrak® Indicator Light ..............................3-35 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage ..................3-35 3-1 Section 3 Instrument Panel Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............................3-36 Oil Pressure Light .........................................3-38 Lights On Reminder ......................................3-39 Taillamp Indicator Light ..................................3-39 Cruise Control Light ......................................3-39 Overdrive Off Light ........................................3-39 Highbeam On Light .......................................3-40 Low Washer Fluid Warning Light .....................3-40 Door Ajar Light .............................................3-40 Fuel Gage ...................................................3-41 Low Fuel Warning Light .................................3-42 Audio System(s) .............................................3-42 Setting the Time ...........................................3-43 Radio(s) ......................................................3-44 Using an MP3 ..............................................3-58 XM Radio Messages .....................................3-63 Radio Reception ...........................................3-63 Fixed Mast Antenna ......................................3-64 XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System .............3-64 3-2 ✍ NOTES 3-3 Instrument Panel Overview 3-4 The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Air Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-22. B. Instrument Panel Cluster. See Instrument Panel Cluster on page 3-26. C. Climate Control System. See Climate Control System on page 3-20. D. Hazard Warning Flasher Button. See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 3-6. E. Audio System. See Audio System(s) on page 3-42. F. Rear Window Defogger Button. See “Rear Window Defogger” under Climate Control System on page 3-20. G. Passenger Airbag Status Indicator. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 3-30. Front Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light. See Safety Belt Reminders on page 3-28. H. Power Remote Control Mirror Button. See Outside Remote Control Mirrors on page 2-34. I. Instrument Panel Brightness Control. See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3-16. J. Rear Liftglass Release Button. See Liftgate/Liftglass on page 2-10. K. Tire Pressure Monitor Reset Button. See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 5-57. L. Coinholder. See Coinholder(s) on page 2-39. M. TRAC OFF Button. See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 4-6. N. Content Theft-Deterrent Security Light. See Content Theft-Deterrent on page 2-16. O. Storage Compartment. See Instrument Panel Storage on page 2-39. P. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever and Exterior Lamp Stalk. See Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-7 and Exterior Lamps on page 3-14. Q. Hood Release. See Hood Release on page 5-10. R. Tilt Lever. See Tilt Wheel on page 3-7. S. Horn. See Horn on page 3-6. T. Cruise Control Lever (Option). See Cruise Control on page 3-11. U. Ignition Switch. See Ignition Positions on page 2-19. V. Windshield Wiper Lever. See Windshield Wipers on page 3-9. W. Cigarette Lighter or Accessory Power Outlet. See Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter on page 3-19 or Accessory Power Outlet(s) on page 3-18. X. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2-23 or Manual Transmission Operation on page 2-26. 3-5 Y. Power Outlet. See Power Outlet 115 Volt Alternating Current on page 3-18. Z. Parking Brake. See Parking Brake on page 2-27. AA. Center Console Storage Area. See Center Console Storage on page 2-39. AB. Glove Box. See Glove Box on page 2-39. Hazard Warning Flashers 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. 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. Other Warning Devices 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 Press near or on the horn symbols on the steering wheel pad to sound the horn. 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. 3-6 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Tilt Wheel A tilt steering column allows you to adjust the steering column before you drive. You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle. The tilt lever is located underneath, on the left side of the steering wheel column. To tilt the column, move the lever downward. Adjust the steering wheel to a comfortable position, then move the lever upward to lock the column in place. The turn signal/multifunction lever is located on the left side of the steering column. This lever operates the following: (cid:129) Exterior Lamps. See Exterior Lamps on page 3-14. Turn and Lane-Change Signals. See Turn and Lane-Change Signals on page 3-8. (cid:129) Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer. See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 3-8. Flash-to-Pass. See Flash-to-Pass on page 3-8. Fog Lamps. See Fog Lamps on page 3-16. 3-7 (cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) Turn and Lane-Change Signals The turn signal has an upward (for right) and a downward (for left) position. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. When the turn is ﬁnished, the lever will return automatically. To signal a lane change, raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to ﬂash. Hold it there until you complete your lane change. The lever will return by itself when you release it. An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will ﬂash in the direction of the turn or lane change. If you signal a turn or a lane change and notice the arrow ﬂashing rapidly, a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers will not see your turn signal. If a bulb is burned out, have it replaced to help avoid an accident. If the arrows do not go on at all when you signal a turn, check for burned-out bulbs and then check the fuse. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-91. 3-8 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer The headlamps must be on for this feature to work. For high beams, push the turn signal lever away from you. When the high beams are on, this light on the instrument panel cluster also will be on. It will go off when you switch to the low beams. To switch back to low beams, pull the lever toward you. Flash-to-Pass With the lever in the low-beam position, pull the lever toward you to momentarily switch to high beams (to signal that you are going to pass). If you have the headlamps on when you release the lever, they will return to the low beams. Windshield Wipers The lever on the right side of the steering column controls the windshield wipers and washer. Move the lever to one of the following positions: MIST: Move the lever to MIST, for a single wiping cycle. Hold it there until the wipers start, then let go. The wipers will stop after one wipe. OFF: Move the lever to this position to turn the wipers off. INT (Intermittent): Move the lever to INT to choose a delayed wiping cycle. The time between wipes can be changed by turning the INT band. Turn the band forward or rearward for a longer or shorter delay interval. This position is useful in light rain or snow, rather than continuous wiping. LO (Low): Move the lever to LO for steady wiping at low speed. HI (High): Move the lever to HI for steady wiping at high speed. REAR: Turn the end of the lever upward to LO or HI, to turn on the rear window wiper. The wiper does not work with the rear liftglass open. Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them. If they are frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. If the blades become damaged, get new blades or blade inserts. Heavy snow or ice can overload the wipers. A circuit breaker stops them until the motor cools. Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload. 3-9 Windshield Washer Pull the lever toward you to spray washer ﬂuid on the windshield. The spray will continue until you release the lever. The wipers will run a few times. See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5-34. The knob automatically returns from the position after you release it. {CAUTION: In freezing weather, do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer ﬂuid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision. Rear Window Wiper/Washer Turn the knob up or down as far as it will go, to squirt washer ﬂuid on the rear window. The knob automatically returns from these positions after it is released. The rear window washer uses the same ﬂuid bottle as the windshield washer. However, the rear window washer will run out of ﬂuid before the windshield washer. If you can wash the windshield but not the rear window, check the ﬂuid level. {CAUTION: In freezing weather, do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer ﬂuid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision. 3-10 Cruise Control If your vehicle has cruise control, the lever is located on the right side of the steering wheel. Cruise control, lets you maintain a speed of 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long trips. Cruise control does not work at speeds below 25 mph (40 km/h). {CAUTION: Cruise control can be dangerous where you cannot drive safely at a steady speed. So, do not use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic. Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads. On such roads, fast changes in tire traction can cause excessive wheel slip, and you could lose control. Do not use cruise control on slippery roads. 3-11 Setting Cruise Control {CAUTION: If you leave your cruise control on when you are not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you do not want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control. 1. Press the ON-OFF button at the end of the cruise control lever. The CRUISE light on the instrument panel cluster comes on. See Cruise Control Light on page 3-39 for more information. 2. Get up to the desired speed. 3. Move the lever down to −SET and release it. 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. Resuming a Set Speed Suppose the cruise control is set at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This shuts off cruise control. But you do not need to reset it. If the vehicle speed is 25 mph (40 km/h) or greater, push the lever up to +RES (Resume/Accelerate). The vehicle returns to the previously set speed and stays there. Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are three ways to go to a higher speed: (cid:129) Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed. Move the lever down to −SET. Release the lever and the accelerator pedal. You will now cruise at the higher speed. (cid:129) Move the cruise lever up to +RES. Hold it there until you get up to the speed desired, and then release the lever. To increase the vehicle speed in very small amounts, move the lever to +RES brieﬂy and then release it. Each time this is done, the vehicle goes about 1 mph (1.6 km/h) faster. 3-12 (cid:129) Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control: (cid:129) Push and hold the lever to −SET until you reach the lower speed desired, then release it. To slow down in very small amounts, push the lever down brieﬂy. Each time this is done, the vehicle will go about 1 mph (1.6 km/h) slower. Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase the vehicle speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, the vehicle slows down to the cruise control speed you set earlier. Using Cruise Control on Hills How well the cruise control works on hills depends upon the vehicle speed, load, and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you might have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain the vehicle speed. When going downhill, you might have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep the vehicle speed down. Of course, applying the brake or downshifting to SECOND (2) or LOW (L) turns off the cruise control. Many drivers ﬁnd this to be too much trouble and do not use cruise control on steep hills. Ending Cruise Control There are several ways to turn off the cruise control: (cid:129) Step lightly on the brake pedal or push the clutch pedal, if you have a manual transaxle. (cid:129) Press the ON-OFF button again. (cid:129) Pull the cruise control lever toward you. Erasing Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition, the cruise control set speed memory is erased. 3-13 (cid:129) The exterior lamp switch has three positions: OFF: Turning the switch to this position turns off all lamps, except the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). O(Parking Lamps): Turning the switch to this position turns on the parking lamps together with the following: (cid:129) Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamp Instrument Panel Lights A symbol will appear on the instrument panel cluster when your parking lamps are on. See Lights On Reminder on page 3-39 and Taillamp Indicator Light on page 3-39 for additional information. 3(Headlamps): Turning the switch to this position turns on the headlamps, together with the previously listed lamps and lights. Exterior Lamps The lever on the left side of the steering column operates the exterior lamps. O(Exterior Lamps): Turn the outside part of the lever with the symbol on it, to operate the lamps. For vehicles sold in the U. S., this symbol will appear on the instrument panel cluster when your exterior lamps are on. 3-14 (cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) Headlamps on Reminder If you turn the ignition to LOCK or ACC and leave the lamps on, you will hear a tone when you open the driver’s door. Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset. Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles ﬁrst sold in Canada. The DRL system will make the headlamps come on at a reduced brightness when the following conditions are met: The ignition is on with the engine running. The exterior lamps switch is off. The parking brake is released. When the DRL are on, only the headlamps will be on at a reduced brightness. The taillamps, sidemarker and other lamps will not be on. The instrument panel will not be lit up either. When you turn the exterior lamp switch to the headlamp position, the DRL will go off and the headlamps will come on. The other lamps that come on with the headlamps will also come on. When it begins to get dark, the headlamps will automatically switch from DRL to the regular headlamps. See “Automatic Headlamp System” following. When you turn the exterior lamp switch off, the regular lamps will go off and the headlamps will change to the reduced brightness of DRL provided it is not dark outside. DRL also comes on if only the parking lamps are being used. 3-15 (cid:129) (cid:129) (cid:129) Instrument Panel Brightness The instrument panel brightness control is located to the left of the steering wheel on the instrument panel. Turn the wheel on the left of the control up or down to increase or decrease brightness. Turn the wheel all the way up for the maximum setting. It is recommended that the brightness level be kept at the maximum setting for all daytime driving to ensure proper visibility. The brightness of the instrument panel lights will decrease when the headlamps are on. Automatic Headlamp System Your vehicle has an automatic light sensor on the top left corner of the instrument panel, so be sure it is not covered or the headlamps will be on continuously. When it is dark enough outside, the automatic headlamp system will turn on the low-beam headlamps at the normal brightness along with other lamps such as the taillamps, sidemarker, parking lamps and instrument panel lights. This is indicated by the headlamp symbol on your instrument panel cluster. See Instrument Panel Cluster on page 3-26. If you are driving through a parking garage, overcast weather, or a tunnel, the automatic headlamp system may turn on the low-beam headlamps at a normal brightness along with the taillamps, sidemarker, parking lamps and the instrument panel lights. The radio lights will be dimmer, and the instrument panel cluster lights may dim. There will be a delay before the lights will turn on when starting the car at night. Fog Lamps -(Fog Lamps): Turn the band on the turn signal/multifunction lever to the fog lamp symbol to turn the fog lamps on. They will come on only when the headlamps are on low beam. Some localities have laws that require the headlamps to be on along with the fog lamps. 3-16 When any door is unlocked with the key or remote keyless entry system transmitter, the light comes on for 15 seconds, even if the door is not opened. Reading Lamps If your vehicle has a sunroof, there will be a reading lamp near the sunroof switch. Press the button to turn the lamp on and press it again to turn it off. If your vehicle does not have a sunroof, the vehicle’s inside rearview mirror may have reading lamps. If your vehicle has reading lamps, there are two buttons located on the bottom of the mirror. Press the buttons to turn the lamps on and press them again to turn the lamps off. Interior Lamps Control The interior lights control is located on the overhead light. To change the interior lights setting, slide the switch to one of the following positions: OFF: This position turns the light off. ON: This position keeps the light on all the time. Door: This position turns the light on when any door, the liftgate or the liftglass is opened. The light goes off when all the side doors, the liftgate and the liftglass are closed. Entry Lighting While the interior lights control is in the door position, the light will come on when any side door, the liftgate or the liftglass is opened. After all the doors, liftgate and liftglass are closed, and the key is out of the ignition, in LOCK or ACC, the light will remain on for about 15 seconds and then go out except under the following conditions: The ignition is turned to ACC or ON after all the doors, the liftgate and the liftglass are closed. (cid:129) All the doors and liftgate are locked when the liftglass is closed and the light is still on. 3-17 (cid:129) Accessory Power Outlet(s) With the accessory power outlet, you can plug in auxiliary electrical equipment. Your vehicle has an outlet under the climate controls. To use the outlet, the ignition must be in ON or ACC. Pull down the small cover to access the outlet. Notice: Leaving electrical equipment on for extended periods will drain the battery. Always turn off electrical equipment when not in use and do not plug in equipment that exceeds the maximum amperage rating. This circuit is protected by a fuse and has a maximum current level. Do not use equipment exceeding the maximum amperage rating. Certain power accessory plugs may not be compatible to the power accessory outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses. If you experience a problem see your dealer for additional information on the power accessory plugs. Notice: Adding any electrical equipment to your vehicle may damage it or keep other components from working as they should. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Do not use equipment exceeding maximum amperage rating of 20 amperes. Check with your dealer/retailer before adding electrical equipment. When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow the proper installation instructions included with the equipment. Notice: damage not covered by your warranty. Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug because the power outlets are designed for accessory power plugs only. Improper use of the power outlet can cause Power Outlet 115 Volt Alternating Current With this power outlet, you can plug in auxiliary electrical equipment with a maximum limit of 115 VAC. If you try to use equipment that requires more than the limit, a protection circuit will cut the power supply. The power will automatically restart when equipment that operates within the limit is plugged in. 3-18 The power outlet is located near the center of the instrument panel. Before using the outlet, turn on the ignition and press the button next to the outlet. An indicator light in the button will come on. After using the outlet, press the button again to turn it off. The power outlet is not designed for the following electrical equipment and they may not work properly: (cid:129) Equipment with high initial peak wattage: cathode-ray tube type televisions, compressor-driven refrigerators, electric power tools. (cid:129) Other equipment requiring an extremely stable power supply: microcomputer-controlled electric blankets, touch sensor lamps, etc. Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter Notice: If you put papers, pins, or other ﬂammable items in the ashtray, hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them and possibly damage your vehicle. Never put ﬂammable items in the ashtray. To use the lighter, if your vehicle has one, push the lighter in all the way and let go. When it is ready, it will pop back out by itself. If the engine is not running, the key must be in ACC to use the lighter. It is not recommended to use the cigarette lighter to plug in auxiliary electrical equipment. Use the accessory power outlet for phones and other electrical equipment. See Accessory Power Outlet(s) on page 3-18 or Power Outlet 115 Volt Alternating Current on page 3-18. Notice: Holding a cigarette lighter in while it is heating does not let the lighter back away from the heating element when it is hot. Damage from overheating can occur to the lighter or heating element, or a fuse could be blown. Do not hold a cigarette lighter in while it is heating. Your vehicle may have a removable ashtray that sits in your front cupholder in the center console storage area. 3-19 Climate Controls Climate Control System With this system you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation for your vehicle. Operation 9(Fan): Turn the center knob away from OFF to turn the system on. Turn the knob toward HI to increase fan speed. If the airﬂow seems low when the fan is at the highest setting, the passenger compartment air ﬁlter may need to be replaced. For more information, see Passenger Compartment Air Filter on page 3-23 and Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4. 3-20 To change the current mode, select one of the following: H(Vent): Air is directed to the upper instrument panel outlets. )(Bi-Level): Air is directed to the upper instrument panel outlets, and to the ﬂoor outlets. 6(Floor): Air is directed to the ﬂoor outlets and to the outboard outlets (for the side windows). ?(Recirculation): Press this button, located in the center of the instrument panel to the left of the audio system, to turn the recirculation mode on or off. This mode recirculates the air inside the vehicle. It can be used to prevent outside air and odors from entering your vehicle or to help heat or cool the air inside your vehicle more quickly. When the button is pressed, an indicator light in the button comes on. Press the button again to turn off recirculate and to circulate outside air through

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