CD Messages
CHECK CD:If this message appears on the display, it
could be for one of the following reasons:
It is very hot. When the temperature returns to
normal, the CD should play.
You are driving on a very rough road. When the
road becomes smooth, the CD should play.
The CD is dirty, scratched, wet, or upside down.
The air is very humid. If so, wait about an hour and
try again.
There may have been a problem while burning
the CD.
The label may be caught in the CD player.
If the CD is not playing correctly, for any other reason,
try a known good CD.
If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be
corrected, contact your dealer. If your radio displays an
error message, write it down and provide it to your
dealer when reporting the problem.
Theft-Deterrent Feature
(Non-RDS Radios)
THEFTLOCK®is designed to discourage theft of your
vehicle’s radio. The feature works automatically by
learning a portion of the Vehicle Identi cation Number
(VIN). If the radio is moved to a different vehicle, it
will not operate and LOC will appear on the display.
With THEFTLOCK
®activated, the radio will not operate
if stolen.
Theft-Deterrent Feature
(RDS Radios)
THEFTLOCK®is designed to discourage theft of your
vehicle’s radio. The feature works automatically by
learning a portion of the Vehicle Identi cation Number
(VIN). If the radio is moved to a different vehicle, it
will not operate and LOCKED will appear on the display.
When the radio and vehicle are turned off, the blinking
red light indicates that THEFTLOCK
®is armed.
With THEFTLOCK
®activated, the radio will not operate
if stolen.
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Radio Reception
AM
The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM,
especially at night. The longer range, however, can
cause stations to interfere with each other. AM can pick
up noise from things like storms and power lines. Try
reducing the treble to reduce this noise.
FM
FM stereo will give you the best sound, but FM signals
will reach only about 10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 km).
Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals,
causing the sound to come and go.
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player
A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause
reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes, or a damaged
mechanism. Cassette tapes should be stored in their
cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight, and
extreme heat. If they are not, they may not operate
properly or may cause failure of the tape player.The tape player should be cleaned regularly after every
50 hours of use. The radio may display CLEAN to
indicate that the tape player has been used for 50 hours
without resetting the tape clean timer. If this message
appears on the display, the cassette tape player
needs to be cleaned. It will still play tapes, but it should
be cleaned as soon as possible to prevent damage
to the tapes and player. If there is a reduction in sound
quality, try a known good cassette to see if the tape
or the tape player is at fault. If this other cassette has no
improvement in sound quality, clean the tape player.
For best results, use a scrubbing action, non-abrasive
cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape
head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn. The
recommended cleaning cassette is available through
your dealer.
When cleaning the cassette tape player with the
recommended non-abrasive cleaning cassette, it is
possible that the cassette may eject, because the cut
tape detection feature on the radio may recognize it as a
broken tape, in error. To prevent the cleaning cassette
from being ejected, use the following steps:
1. Turn the ignition on.
2. Turn the radio off.
3. Press and hold the TAPE DISC button for ve
seconds. READY will appear on the display and
the cassette symbol will ash for ve seconds.
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4. Insert the scrubbing action cleaning cassette.
5. Eject the cleaning cassette after the manufacturer’s
recommended cleaning time.
When the cleaning cassette has been ejected, the
cut tape detection feature will be active again.
A non-scrubbing action, wet-type cleaner which uses a
cassette with a fabric belt to clean the tape head
can be used. This type of cleaning cassette will not
eject on its own. A non-scrubbing action cleaner may not
clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner.
The use of a non-scrubbing action, dry-type cleaning
cassette is not recommended.
After the player is cleaned, press and hold the eject
button for ve seconds to reset the CLEAN indicator.
The radio will display --- or CLEANED to show the
indicator was reset.Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality
may degrade over time. Always make sure the cassette
tape is in good condition before the tape player is
serviced.
Care of Your CDs
Handle CDs carefully. Store them in their original cases
or other protective cases and away from direct
sunlight and dust. If the surface of a CD is soiled,
dampen a clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral detergent
solution and clean it, wiping from the center to the edge.
Be sure never to touch the side without writing when
handling CDs. Pick up CDs by grasping the outer edges
or the edge of the hole and the outer edge.
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Care of Your CD Player
The use of CD lens cleaners for CD players is not
advised, due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the
CD optics with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism.
Fixed Mast Antenna
The xed mast antenna can withstand most car washes
without being damaged. If the mast should ever
become slightly bent, straighten it out by hand. If the
mast is badly bent, replace it.
Check occasionally to make sure the mast is still
tightened to the fender. If tightening is required, tighten
by hand, then with a wrench one quarter turn.
Chime Level Adjustment
The radio is the vehicle chime producer. The chime is
produced from the driver’s side front door speakers.
To change the volume level, press and hold
pushbutton 6 with the ignition on and the radio power
off. The chime volume level will change from the normal
level to loud, and LOUD will appear on the radio
display. To change back to the default or normal setting,
press and hold pushbutton 6 again. The chime level
will change from the loud level to normal, and NORMAL
will appear on the radio display. Each time the chime
volume is changed, three chimes will sound to indicate
the change. Removing the radio and not replacing it
with a factory radio or chime module will disable vehicle
chimes.
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A
Accessory Power Outlets.................................3-18
Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag-Equipped
Vehicle.......................................................1-81
Adding Washer Fluid.......................................5-38
Additional Program Information........................... 7-9
Additives, Fuel................................................. 5-6
Add-On Electrical Equipment...........................5-101
Add-On Equipment..........................................4-38
Adjusting the Speakers
(Balance/Fade)....................3-45, 3-47, 3-53, 3-63
Air Bag
Off Light.....................................................3-28
Readiness Light..........................................3-27
Air Bag System..............................................1-70
Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag-Equipped
Vehicle...................................................1-81
Air Bag Off Switch.......................................1-77
How Does an Air Bag Restrain?....................1-75
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle.........1-80
What Makes an Air Bag In ate?....................1-75
What Will You See After an Air Bag In ates?......1-76
When Should an Air Bag In ate?...................1-74
Where Are the Air Bags?..............................1-72
Air Bag Systems.............................................1-75
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine.................................5-18
Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM)....7-10
All-Wheel Drive...............................................5-48
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System.........................2-26AM ...............................................................3-73
AM-FM Radio.................................................3-43
Antenna, Fixed Mast.......................................3-75
Anti-lock Brake System..................................... 4-7
Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light..............3-32
Appearance Care............................................5-92
Care of Safety Belts....................................5-95
Chemical Paint Spotting...............................5-98
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle................5-92
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle..............5-95
Finish Damage............................................5-98
Sheet Metal Damage...................................5-98
Underbody Maintenance...............................5-98
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials................5-99
Weatherstrips..............................................5-95
Ashtrays........................................................3-18
Audio System(s).............................................3-42
AM-FM Radio.............................................3-43
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player................3-73
Care of Your CD Player...............................3-75
Care of Your CDs........................................3-74
Chime Level Adjustment...............................3-75
Fixed Mast Antenna.....................................3-75
Radio with Cassette and CD.........................3-50
Radio with CD............................................3-46
Radio with Six-Disc CD................................3-61
Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data
Systems (RDS)........................................3-43
Setting the Time for Radios without Radio
Data Systems (RDS)................................3-43
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Audio System(s) (cont.)
Theft-Deterrent Feature................................3-72
Understanding Radio Reception.....................3-73
Automatic Transmission
Fluid..........................................................5-19
Operation...................................................2-24
B
Backing Up....................................................4-48
Battery..........................................................5-42
Battery Replacement......................................... 2-6
Battery Run-Down Protection............................3-17
Before Leaving on a Long Trip.........................4-23
Brake
Parking......................................................2-26
System Warning Light..................................3-31
Brake Adjustment............................................5-41
Brake Fluid....................................................5-39
Brake Pedal Travel.........................................5-41
Brake Wear...................................................5-41
Brakes..........................................................5-39
Braking........................................................... 4-6
Braking in Emergencies..................................... 4-8
Break-In, New Vehicle.....................................2-20
Bulb Replacement...........................................5-52
Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and Parking
Lamps....................................................5-54
Halogen Bulbs............................................5-52Bulb Replacement (cont.)
Headlamps.................................................5-52
Replacement Bulbs......................................5-56
Taillamps....................................................5-54
Buying New Tires...........................................5-70
C
California Fuel.................................................. 5-6
Canada – Customer Assistance.......................... 7-5
Canadian Owners................................................ ii
Canadian Roadside Assistance........................... 7-8
Capacities and Speci cations..........................5-106
Carbon Monoxide...........................2-30, 4-27, 4-38
Care of
Safety Belts................................................5-95
Your Cassette Tape Player............................3-73
Your CD Player...........................................3-75
Your CDs ...................................................3-74
Cargo Door Relocking....................................... 2-8
Cargo Van.....................................................1-51
Cargo Vans and Cab and Chassis Models with
an Air Bag Off Switch..................................1-49
Cargo Vans and Cab and Chassis Models
without an Air Bag Off Switch........................1-48
Cargo Vans with a Passenger Air Bag and an
Air Bag Off Switch, Passenger Vans and Cab
and Chassis Models....................................1-37
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Q
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts.........1-14
R
Radiator Pressure Cap....................................5-25
Radio Data System (RDS).......................3-53, 3-64
Radio Messages.............................3-45, 3-48, 3-56
Radios..........................................................3-42
AM-FM Radio.............................................3-43
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player................3-73
Care of Your CD Player...............................3-75
Care of Your CDs........................................3-74
Radio with Cassette and CD.........................3-50
Radio with CD............................................3-46
Radio with Six-Disc CD................................3-61
Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data
Systems (RDS)........................................3-43
Setting the Time for Radios without Radio
Data Systems (RDS)................................3-43
Theft-Deterrent............................................3-72
Understanding Reception..............................3-73
RDS Messages......................................3-55, 3-66
Reading Lamps..............................................3-17
Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System.........3-22
Rear Axle......................................................5-49
Locking........................................................ 4-8
Rear Door Security Locks.................................. 2-8
Rear Doors....................................................2-14Rear Heating System......................................3-22
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides......................1-31
Rear Seat Operation......................................... 1-6
Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions.............1-27
Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts..................1-27
Rear Window Defogger....................................3-21
Rearview Mirrors.............................................2-32
Reclining Seatbacks.......................................... 1-4
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.................6-12
Recreational Vehicle Towing.............................4-32
Reduced Engine Power Light............................3-40
Remote Keyless Entry System............................ 2-3
Remote Keyless Entry System, Operation............ 2-4
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing
the Spare Tire.............................................5-84
Removing the Rear Seat................................... 1-6
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools...................5-77
Removing the Wheel Covers............................5-83
Replacement Bulbs.........................................5-56
Replacing Brake System Parts..........................5-41
Replacing the Rear Seats.................................. 1-8
Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian Government..................................7-11
General Motors...........................................7-11
United States Government............................7-11
Restraint System Check
Checking Your Restraint Systems...................1-81
Replacing Restraint System Parts
After a Crash..........................................1-82
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