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

Make sure all other windows are shut.

Turn the fan on your heating or cooling
system to its highest speed with the setting
on VENT. That will force outside air into
your vehicle. See ªComfort Controlsº in
the Index.

If you have air outlets on or under the
instrument panel, open them all the way.
See ªEngine Exhaustº in the Index.
Trunk Lock
To unlock the trunk from the outside, insert the key and
turn it clockwise. You can also press the trunk symbol
on the remote keyless entry transmitter (if equipped).
Remote Trunk Release
This feature is used to unlock the trunk from inside
the vehicle.
Press the TRUNK button
located behind the glove
box door.
The shift lever must be in PARK (P) for the remote
trunk release button to work.

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Theft
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. However, there are ways you
can help.
Key in the Ignition
If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside, it's an
easy target for joy riders or professional thieves
-- so
don't do it.
When you park your vehicle and open the driver's door,
you'll hear a chime reminding you to remove your key
from the ignition and take it with you. Always do this.
Your steering wheel will be locked, and so will your
ignition and transaxle. And remember to lock the doors.
Parking at Night
Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your
vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight.
Put them in a storage area, or take them with you.
Parking Lots
Even if you park in a lot where someone will be
watching your vehicle, it's still best to lock it up and
take your keys. But what if you have to leave your key?

If possible, park in a busy, well
-lit area.

Put your valuables in a storage area, like your trunk
or glove box.

Be sure to close and lock the storage area.

Close all windows.

Lock the glove box.

Lock all the doors except the driver's.

If your vehicle has a remote keyless entry system,
take the transmitter with you.

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D (RUN): This position is where the key returns to after
you start the vehicle. With the engine off, you can use
run to display some of the warning and indicator lights.
E (START): This position starts the engine.
A warning chime will sound if you open the driver's
door when the ignition is in OFF, LOCK or
ACCESSORY and the key is in the ignition.
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
With Retained Accessory Power, (RAP), the power
windows, audio system and sunroof will continue to
work up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned to
off and none of the doors are opened.
Starting Your Engine
Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).
Your engine won't start in any other position
-- that's a
safety feature. To restart when you're already moving,
use NEUTRAL (N) only.
NOTICE:
Don't try to shift to PARK (P) if your vehicle is
moving. If you do, you could damage the
transaxle. Shift to PARK (P) only when your
vehicle is stopped.
Shift Lock Release
This vehicle is equipped with an electric shift lock
release system. The shift lock release is designed to
do the following:

Prevent ignition key removal unless the shift
lever is in PARK (P) (with the shift lever button
fully released).

Prevent movement of the shift lever out of PARK (P)
unless the ignition is in a position other than OFF or
LOCK. The shift lock release is always functional
except in the case of a dead or low voltage
(less than 9 V) battery.
If your vehicle has a dead battery or a battery with low
voltage, there is an override access slot that will allow
you to override the shift lock release.

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Parking Over Things That Burn
CAUTION:
Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust
parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don't park
over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that
can burn.
Engine Exhaust
CAUTION:
Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas
carbon monoxide (CO), which you can't see or
smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death.
You might have exhaust coming in if:

Your exhaust system sounds strange
or different.

Your vehicle gets rusty underneath.

Your vehicle was damaged in a collision.

Your vehicle was damaged when driving over
high points on the road or over road debris.

Repairs weren't done correctly.

Your vehicle or exhaust system had been
modified improperly.
If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into
your vehicle:

Drive it only with all the windows down to
blow out any CO; and

Have your vehicle fixed immediately.

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Automatic Dimming Feature
The automatic dimming feature is turned on or off by
briefly pressing the COMP button located on the bottom
of the mirror face. A light on the mirror will be lit when
the feature is turned on. It will go out when the feature is
turned off.
Temperature Display
The TEMP button located on the bottom of the mirror
face changes the temperature display. You can select
F,

C, or turn the display off.
Compass Operation
Press the COMP button once briefly to turn the compass
on or off. When on, the display will show the compass
direction, with a maximum of two characters. For
example, NE is displayed for north
-east.Compass Calibration
Press and hold the COMP button down for six seconds
to activate the compass calibration mode. If your vehicle
has the optional mirror with the compass, temperature
display and OnStar system, press the on/off button
for nine seconds.
CAL will be displayed in the compass/temperature
window on the mirror.
The mirror can be calibrated in one of two ways:

Drive the vehicle in circles at 5 mph (8 km/h) or
less until CAL is no longer displayed in the
compass window.

Drive the vehicle on your everyday routine.
(This method may take longer to calibrate).
Compass Variance
Compass variance is the difference between earth's
magnetic north and true geographic north. If not
adjusted to account for compass variance, your compass
could give false readings. The mirror is set to zone eight
upon leaving the factory. It will be necessary to adjust
the compass to compensate for compass variance if you
live outside zone eight. Under certain circumstances,
such as during a long distance cross-country trip, it will
be necessary to adjust for compass variance.

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To adjust for compass variance, do the following:
1. Find your current location and variance zone number
on the map.
2. Press and hold the COMP button for three seconds.
If your vehicle has the optional mirror with the
compass, temperature display and OnStar system,
press the on/off button for six seconds. Release the
button when ªZONEº is displayed. The number
shown is the current zone number.3. Scroll through the zone numbers that appear in the
compass/temperature window on the mirror by
pressing the COMP button or the on/off button. Once
you find your zone number, release the button. After
about four seconds, the mirror will return to the
compass and temperature display, and the new zone
number will be set.
Electrochromic Day/Night Rearview Mirror
with Compass, Temperature Display, and
OnStar

(Option)
Your vehicle may have an automatic-dimming rearview
mirror with a compass and temperature display and the
OnStar system.
When turned on, this mirror functions exactly like the
electrochromic mirror described previously. See
ªMirrors, Electrochromic Rearviewº in the Index for
more information.
The mirror also has an eight
-point compass and
temperature display in the upper right corner on the
mirror face and a three
-button OnStar system.
: The button with this symbol is the on/off button for
the mirror functions such as automatic dimming and
temperature display. It is the far left button located on
the lower part of the mirror face.

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Automatic Dimming Feature
The automatic dimming feature is turned on and off by
pressing the far left button, located on the lower part of
the mirror face, for up to three seconds. A light on the
mirror will be lit when the feature is turned on. It will go
out when the feature is turned off.
Temperature Display
The ON/OFF button located on far left on the bottom of
the mirror face changes the temperature display. You can
select
F,
C, or turn the display off.
Compass Operation
There is a compass display in the window in the upper
right corner of the mirror face. The compass displays a
maximum of two characters. For example, NE is
displayed for north
-east.
The compass may need to be calibrated. See ªCompass
Calibrationº in the Index for more information.
The other three buttons are for the OnStar system.
See your dealer for more information on the system and
how to subscribe to OnStar. See ªOnStar

Systemº in
the Index for more information about the services
OnStar provides.
Power Outside Rearview Mirrors
The power mirror control is
located near the driver's
window, on the armrest.
Turn the control counterclockwise to adjust the left
mirror or clockwise to adjust the right mirror. Then
move the control in the direction you want the
mirror to go.

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The main components of the instrument panel are the following:
A. Side Window Defogger Vents
B. Fog Lamp Switch
C. Multifunction Lever
D. Instrument Panel Cluster
E. Hazard Warning Button
F. Horn
G. Trip Computer (If Equipped) and/or Driver
Information Center (DIC)
H. Instrument Panel Vents
I. Interior Lamps ControlJ. Exterior Lamps Control
K. Tilt Steering Wheel Control
L. Audio Steering Controls (If Equipped)
M. Head Up Display (HUD) Controls (Option)
N. Comfort Controls
O. Ashtray and Cigarette Lighter
P. Audio System
Q. Glove Box
R. Instrument Panel Fuse Block