SERVICE A/C:This message appears when the
electronic sensors that control the air conditioning and
heating systems are no longer working. Have the climate
control system serviced if you notice a drop in heating
and air conditioning efficiency.
SERVICE ABS:If the SERVICE ABS message is
displayed when you are driving, stop as soon as
possible and turn the ignition off. Then start the engine
again to reset the system. If the message stays on,
or comes back on again while you are driving,
your vehicle is in need of service.
If the SERVICE ABS message is being displayed, your
Traction Control System and Stabilitrak
žSystem will
also be disabled. The Driver Information Center
will scroll three messages: SERVICE ABS, SERVICE
TRACTION SYS and SERVICE STABILITRAK, and the
traction control warning light on the instrument panel
cluster will be illuminated. The driver can acknowledge
these messages by pressing the RESET button
three times. When the service message is displayed the
computer controlled systems will not assist the driver
and you should have the system repaired as soon
as possible. Adjust your driving accordingly.
SERVICE ELECT SYSTEM:This message will display
if an electrical problem has occurred within the
Powertrain Control Module (PCM) or the ignition switch.
Have your vehicle serviced by your dealership.SERVICE FUEL SYSTEM:The Powertrain Control
Module (PCM) has detected a problem within the fuel
system when this message appears. Have your
vehicle serviced by your dealership. This message will
also be displayed when the cluster is not getting
fuel information from the PCM.
SERVICE RADAR CRUISE:This message indicates
that the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system is
disabled and needs service.
SERVICE RIDE CONTROL:This message indicates
there is a problem with the Magnetic Ride Control
System. Have your vehicle serviced by your dealership.
SERVICE TRACTION SYS:This message indicates
there is a problem with the Traction Control System
(TCS). Have your vehicle serviced by your dealership.
SERVICE STABILITRAK:If this message appears
it means there may be a problem with your stability
enhancement system. If you see this message, try to
reset the system (stop, turn off the engine, then start the
engine again). If the SERVICE STABILITRAK message
still comes on, it means there is a problem. You
should see your dealer for service. Reduce your speed
and drive accordingly. A single chime will also sound
when this message is displayed.
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Battery
Your new vehicle comes with a maintenance free
ACDelcožbattery. When it is time for a new battery, get
one that has the replacement number shown on the
original battery's label. We recommend an ACDelco
ž
battery.
For battery replacement, see your dealer or the service
manual. To purchase a service manual, see
Service
and Owner PublicationsinService Publications Ordering
Information on page 7-11.
Warning:Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead compounds,
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after
handling.
Vehicle Storage
If you are not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days
or more, remove the black, negative (-) cable from the
battery. This will help keep your battery from
running down.
{CAUTION:
Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas
that can explode. You can be badly hurt if you
are not careful. See
Jump Starting on
page 5-39
for tips on working around a
battery without getting hurt.
You must close all doors and the trunk before
reconnecting the battery. After reconnecting the battery,
you must press the unlock button on the key FOB.
Failure to follow this procedure may result in a sounding
alarm. Pressing unlock on the key FOB would stop
the sounding alarm.
Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your
vehicle for longer storage periods.
Also, for your audio system, see
Theft-Deterrent
Feature on page 3-71.
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