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Fuel Gage
The fuel gage shows approximately how much fuel is in
the tank. It works only when the ignition is in ON.If the fuel supply gets down to about 1.8 gallons (7 L) of
fuel remaining in the tank, the FUEL LEVEL LOW
message will appear on the Driver Information Center
(DIC) and a single chime will sound.
Here are a few concerns some owners have had about
the fuel gage. All of these situations are normal and
do not indicate that anything is wrong with the fuel gage:
•At the gas station the gas pump shuts off before
the gage reads full.
•GAL FUEL USED on the DIC does not correspond
exactly to the amount of fuel remaining as shown
on the fuel gage.
•The gage may change when you turn, stop quickly
or accelerate quickly. United StatesCanada
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Gasoline Specifications
It is recommended that gasoline meet specifications
which were developed by automobile manufacturers
around the world and contained in the World-Wide Fuel
Charter which is available from the Alliance of
Automobile Manufacturers at www.autoalliance.org.
Gasoline meeting these specifications could provide
improved driveability and emission control system
performance compared to other gasoline.
In Canada, look for the
“Auto Makers’ Choice”
label on the pump.
California Fuel
If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission
Standards (see the underhood emission control label), it
is designed to operate on fuels that meet California
specifications. If this fuel is not available in states
adopting California emissions standards, your vehicle
will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal
specifications, but emission control system performance
may be affected. The malfunction indicator lamp may
turn on (seeMalfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3-46)
and your vehicle may fail a smog-check test. If this
occurs, return to your authorized GM dealer for
diagnosis. If it is determined that the condition is caused
by the type of fuel used, repairs may not be covered
by your warranty.
Canada Only
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Filling Your Tank
{CAUTION:
Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can
cause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to
you and others, read and follow all the
instructions on the pump island. Turn off your
engine when you are refueling. Do not smoke
if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle.
Keep sparks, flames and smoking materials
away from fuel. Do not leave the fuel pump
unattended when refueling your vehicle — this
is against the law in some places. Keep
children away from the fuel pump; never let
children pump fuel.The fuel cap is located behind a hinged door on the
driver’s side of your vehicle.
The fuel door release
button is located on the left
side of the instrument
panel below the exterior
lamp control.
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{CAUTION:
If you spill fuel and then something ignites it,
you could be badly burned. Fuel can spray out
on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly. This
spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and
is more likely in hot weather. Open the fuel cap
slowly and wait for any “hiss” noise to stop.
Then unscrew the cap all the way.
Be careful not to spill fuel. Do not top off or overfill your
tank, and wait a few seconds after you have finished
pumping before you remove the nozzle. Clean fuel from
painted surfaces as soon as possible. SeeCleaning
the Outside of Your Vehicle on page 5-90.
When you put the fuel cap back on, turn it to the right
(clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make
sure you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can
determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly
installed. This would allow fuel to evaporate into the
atmosphere. SeeMalfunction Indicator Lamp on
page 3-46.The CHECK GAS CAP message in the Driver
Information Center (DIC) will come on if the fuel cap is
not properly reinstalled.{CAUTION:
If a fire starts while you are refueling, do not
remove the nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by
shutting off the pump or by notifying the
station attendant. Leave the area immediately.
Notice:If you need a new fuel cap, be sure to get
the right type. Your dealer can get one for you.
If you get the wrong type, it may not fit properly.
This may cause your malfunction indicator lamp to
light and may damage your fuel tank and emissions
system. SeeMalfunction Indicator Lamp on
page 3-46.
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Filling a Portable Fuel Container
{CAUTION:
Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in
your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from
the container can ignite the gasoline vapor.
You can be badly burned and your vehicle
damaged if this occurs. To help avoid injury to
you and others:
•Dispense gasoline only into approved
containers.
•Do not fill a container while it is inside a
vehicle, in a vehicle’s trunk, pickup bed or
on any surface other than the ground.
•Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the
inside of the fill opening before operating
the nozzle. Contact should be maintained
until the filling is complete.
•Do not smoke while pumping gasoline.
Checking Things Under
the Hood
{CAUTION:
An electric fan under the hood can start up
and injure you even when the engine is not
running. Keep hands, clothing and tools away
from any underhood electric fan.
{CAUTION:
Things that burn can get on hot engine parts
and start a fire. These include liquids like fuel,
oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer and
other fluids, and plastic or rubber. You or
others could be burned. Be careful not to drop
or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine.
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Rear Underseat Fuse Block
This fuse block is located under the rear seat on the
driver’s side of the vehicle. The rear seat cushion must
be removed to access the fuse block. SeeRemoving
the Rear Seat Cushionlisted previously in this section.
To access the fuses, push in the two tabs located at
each end of the fuse block cover. Then, lift the cover off.
Fuses Usage
1 Fuel Pump
2Heater, Ventilation, Air Conditioner
Blower
3Memory Seat, Tilt and Telescoping
Steering
4 SDAR (XM™ Satellite Radio)
5 Driver Door Module
6 Heated Seat Left Rear
7 Power Tilt and Telescoping Steering
8 Supplemental Inflation Restraint
9 Not Used
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Fuses Usage
10 Lamps Park Right
11 Fuel Tank Ventilation Solenoid
12 Ignition 1
13 Lamps, Parking Left
14 Interior Lamp Dimmer Module
15 Navigation
16 Heated Seat Left Front
17 Export Lighting
18 Rear Door Modules
19 Stoplamps
20 Neutral Safety Back-up
21 Audio
22Retained Accessory Power for
Sunroof
23 Not Used
24 Not Used
25 Passenger Door Module
26 Fuel Door/Trunk Release (Body)
27 Interior LampsFuses Usage
28 Rear HVAC Blower
29 Ignition Switch
30 Not Used
31 Heated Seat Right Front
32 Magnetic Ride Control
33 Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning
34 Ignition 3 Rear
35 Antilock Braking System
36 Turn Signal/Hazard
37 Heated Seat Right Rear
38 Dash Integration Module
Relays Usage
39 Fuel Pump
40 Parking Lamps
41 Ignition 1
42 Park Brake A
43 Park Brake B
44 Park Shift Interlock
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