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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.
Don't leave your vehicle when the engine is
running unless you have to. If you've left the
engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
You or others could be injured. To be sure your
vehicle won't move, even when you're on fairly
level ground, always set your parking brake after
you move the shift lever to PARK (P).
Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won't
move. See ªShifting Into PARK (P)º in the Index.
If you are parking on a hill and if you're pulling a
trailer, also see ªTowing a Trailerº in the Index.
Horn
Press on the pad near the horn symbols to sound
the horn.
Tilt Wheel
A tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel
before you drive. You can raise it to the highest level
to give your legs more room when you exit and enter
the vehicle.
The lever that allows you to tilt the steering wheel is
located on the left side of the steering column.
To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull the
lever. Then move the steering wheel to a comfortable
position and release the lever to lock the wheel in place.

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Windshield Washer
CAUTION:
In freezing weather, don't use your washer until
the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer
fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking
your vision.
The windshield washer button is located at the end of
the windshield wiper lever.
(Washer Fluid): Press the button with this
symbol located at the end of the windshield washer lever
to wash the windshield. Washer fluid will squirt onto the
windshield and the wipers will run for a few cycles to
clear the windshield. For more wash cycles, press and
hold the button.
If your vehicle is low on washer fluid, the Check
Washer Fluid message will appear on the Driver
Information Center (DIC) display. See ªDriver
Information Center (DIC) Messagesº listed later in this
section for more information.
If the headlamps are on when you wash the windshield,
the headlamp washers (if equipped) will turn on. Both
the windshield and the headlamps will be washed. See
ªHeadlamp Washersº listed previously in this section for
more information.

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Interior Lamps
Instrument Panel Brightness Lever
This feature controls the brightness of the instrument
panel lights.
The lever for this feature
is located on the
overhead console.
Slide the lever toward the symbol to brighten the lights
or away from it to dim them.
If you slide the lever all the way toward the symbol past
the resistance point, the interior lamps will come on. To
turn them off, slide the lever back toward the minimum
brightness setting.
Illuminated Entry
The illuminated entry system turns on the reading and
dome lamps and the backlighting to the exterior lamp
control when a door is opened or if you press the remote
keyless entry transmitter unlock button. If activated by
the transmitter, the lighting will remain active for about
25 seconds. The illuminated entry system uses the light
sensor, it must be dark outside in order for the lamps to
turn on. The lamps turn off approximately 25 seconds
after the last door is closed. They will dim to off if the
ignition key is placed in ON, or immediately deactivate
if the power locks are activated.
Parade Dimming
This feature prohibits dimming of the instrument panel
displays and backlighting during daylight hours when
the key is in the ignition and the headlamps are on.
This feature operates with the light sensor and is fully
automatic. When the light sensor reads darkness outside
and the parking lamps are active, the instrument panel
displays can be adjusted by sliding the instrument panel
brightness lever toward the symbol to brighten or away
from the symbol to dim the lighting.

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Storage Compartments
Glove Box
The glove box is located in front of the passenger's seat
on the instrument panel. To lock the glove box door,
insert your key into the lock cylinder and turn it
clockwise. Turn the key counterclockwise to unlock
the door.
Map Pockets
The map/storage pockets are located on each door as
well as on the back of the front seatbacks.
Center Console Storage and Cupholders
The center console has a storage tray, a storage
compartment for CDs or cassette tapes, a dual cupholder
with a removable rubber liner and an armrest. To access
the storage area, pull up on the latch located at the front
of the armrest.
Rear Seat Cupholders
There are two cupholders located in the rear seat center
armrest. Pull the armrest down to access the cupholders.
Convenience Net
The convenience net attaches to the floor and back wall
of the trunk using eight anchor points. Put small loads,
like grocery bags, behind the net. It can help keep them
from falling over during sharp turns or quick starts
and stops.
The net is not for larger, heavier loads. Store them in the
trunk as far forward as you can. When not using the net,
hook the net to the tabs securing it to the sill plate.

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Cigarette Lighter
NOTICE:
Don't hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand
while it is heating. If you do, it won't be able to
back away from the heating element when it's
ready. That can make it overheat, damaging the
lighter and the heating element.
The cigarette lighter is located next to the ashtray. The
vehicle does not have any cigarette lighters for the rear
seat passengers.
Press the lighter all the way in and release it. It will pop
back out by itself once the element has heated for use.
Cigarette lighters can be used to provide power to
accessories. See ªAccessory Power Outletsº in the
Index for more information.
Sun Visors
Swing down the primary visor to block out glare. It can
also be detached from the center mount and moved to
the side to block glare from that direction.
The driver's sunshade may also have buttons for a
built
-in garage door opener and a recording device. See
ªHomeLink
Transmitterº and ªTravel Note Recorderº
later in this section for more information.
Lighted Visor Vanity Mirror
Pull the visor down and lift the cover. The light will
automatically come on. The light will go out when you
close the cover.

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Remote Diagnostics: If an instrument panel light comes
on, press the OnStar Services button. An advisor can
perform a check of the engine on
-board computer, and
recommend what action needs to be taken.
OnStar MED
-NET: Med-Net can store your personal
medical history and provide it to emergency personnel if
necessary. (Requires activation and additional fee).
Accident Assist: An advisor can provide step
-by-step
guidance following an accident.
Remote Door Unlock: To contact the center, call
1
-888-4-ONSTAR. You will be required to provide your
security information. An advisor will send a command
to your vehicle to unlock itself. The advisor can delay
unlocking your vehicle. Remote Door Unlock is
disabled 48 hours after the vehicle is parked to maintain
the battery charge.Vehicle Locator Service: To contact the center, call
1
-888-4-ONSTAR. You will be required to provide your
security information. An advisor will send a command
to your vehicle to sound the horn and/or flash the lamps.
Route Support: An advisor can provide directions or
guidance to most places you want to go. In addition,
they can help you locate gas stations, rest areas, ATMs,
hospitals, hotels, stores, eateries and more.
Ride Assist: An advisor can locate transportation in the
event that you are unable to drive.
Concierge Services: The concierge advisor can obtain
tickets, reservations, or help with vacation/trip planning
and other unique items and services.

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Sunroof (Option)
The sunroof controls
are located on the
overhead console.
(Half Open): Turn the control clockwise to
this position to open the glass panel half
-way open.
The sunshade will open with the glass panel, or it can be
opened manually.
(Comfort Stop): Turn the control clockwise
to this position to open the glass panel about three
quarters of the way open. The sunshade will open with
the glass panel, or it can be opened manually.
This is called the comfort stop position. It provides less
wind noise than the full
-open position.
(Full Open): Turn the control clockwise to
this position to open the glass panel all the way. The
sunshade will open with the glass panel, or it can be
opened manually.
(Vent): Turn the control counterclockwise to
this position to use the vent feature. The glass panel will
tilt upward from the vehicle. The sunshade must be
opened manually.
(Close): Turn the control to this position to
close the sunroof. The sunshade must be closed
manually.

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Tachometer
This gage indicates the
engine speed in revolutions
per minute (rpm).
NOTICE:
Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in
the shaded area or engine damage may occur.
Engine Speed Limiter
This feature prevents the engine from operating at too
many revolutions per minute (rpm). When the engine's
rpm are too high, the fuel supply to the engine will be
limited. When the rpms return to normal, the fuel supply
will return to normal. This helps prevent damage to
the engine.
Clock
Your vehicle has an analog clock on the instrument
panel cluster. For more information on setting the time,
see ªSetting the Clockº in the Index. If your vehicle
has the optional Navigation/audio system, see
ªAdjusting, Clockº in the Index of the CTS
Entertainment and Navigation System Supplement
supplied with the vehicle.