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Outlet Adjustment
Use the knob located in the center of the outlet, to
change the direction of the air ow.
Operation Tips
Clear away any ice, snow or leaves from the air
inlets on the hood that may block the ow of air
into your vehicle.
Use of non-GM approved hood de ectors may
adversely affect the performance of the system.
Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects
to help circulate the air inside your vehicle more
effectively.
Rear Climate Control System
(Without Entertainment System)
Your vehicle may have a rear climate control system
that allows the driver to adjust the fan speed or a
rear-seat passenger to set a separate temperature and
adjust the fan speed, for the rear seating area. This
system works with the main climate control system in
your vehicle.
This knob is located below
the main climate control
system on the instrument
panel switchbank. Use
this knob to adjust the fan
speed for the rear seat
passengers.
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9(Fan):Turn the fan knob on either rear fan control
to numeral 1, 2, or 3 to increase or decrease air ow
to the rear seating area. Turn the fan knob on either rear
fan control to 0 or OFF to turn off the fan.
Temperature Control:If the driver is adjusting the
temperature, increase or decrease the temperature for
the entire vehicle using the temperature controls located
on the main climate control panel. The air-conditioning
system must be on to direct cooled air to the rear of the
vehicle. If it is not on, the temperature in the rear of the
vehicle will remain at cabin temperature.
If a rear seat passenger is adjusting the temperature,
turn the right knob, located overhead on the control panel
behind the driver’s seat, clockwise or counterclockwise
to raise or lower the temperature in the rear seating
area only.Rear Air Outlets
To increase air ow through the rear oor outlets, place
the left bucket seat in the second row in the forward
position. For more information, seeRear Seat Operation
on page 1-6.
The outlet behind the left rear seat is the cold air return
outlet. Be sure to keep it free from obstructions.
Also, keep the area around the base of the center
instrument panel console, between and under the front
seats, free of objects that could also obstruct air ow
to the rear seating area.
For more information on how to use the main climate
control system, see “Climate Control System” listed
previously in this section. For information on ventilation,
see “Outlet Adjustment” under “Climate Control
System” listed previously in this section.
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Rear Climate Control System
(With Entertainment System)
Your vehicle may have a rear climate control system
that allows the driver to adjust the fan speed or a
rear seat passenger to set a separate temperature and
adjust the fan speed, for the rear seating area. This
system works with the main climate control system in
your vehicle.
This knob is located below
the main climate control
system on the instrument
panel switchbank. Use
this knob to adjust the fan
speed for the rear seat
passengers.These controls are overhead, on the control panel located
behind the front seats. A rear seat passenger can use
these controls to personally adjust the temperature and
the fan speed for the rear seating area.
The fan knob located on the switchbank must be turned
to R (Rear) to allow the rear seat passengers to use the
controls located on the control panel in the rear seating
area. If this fan knob is not in R when the FAN or TEMP
button is pressed, the rear control panel will show
DISABLED.
To direct the air ow to the rear seating area, use the
right knob located on the main climate control panel.
Select vent or bi-level mode to direct air to the
rear of the vehicle through the overhead outlets.
Select oor, defog, or defrost mode to direct air to
the rear of the vehicle through the oor outlets.
Generally the upper outlets are used for air conditioning
and the oor outlets are used for heating.
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9(Fan):If the driver is adjusting the fan speed, use
this control. Turn the fan knob on the rear fan control
located below the main climate control system on
the switchbank to numeral 1, 2, or 3 to increase or
decrease air ow to the rear seating area. Turn the fan
knob on the rear fan control to 0 to turn off the fan.
FAN:If a rear-seat passenger is adjusting the fan
speed, use this control. Press the FAN button on the
rear control panel. The display will show the current
setting. Press the left and right arrow buttons to cycle
through the available settings of OFF, LOW, MED,
and HIGH.
Temperature Control:If the driver is adjusting the
temperature, increase or decrease the temperature for
the entire vehicle using the temperature controls
located on the main climate control panel. The
air-conditioning system must be on to direct cooled air
to the rear of the vehicle. If it is not on, the temperature
in the rear of the vehicle will remain at cabin
temperature.
If a rear-seat passenger is adjusting the temperature,
press the TEMP button on the rear control panel.
Use the left arrow button to make the air cooler. Use
the right arrow button to make the air warmer.Rear Air Outlets
To increase air ow through the rear oor outlets, place
the left bucket seat in the second row in the forward
position. For more information, seeRear Seat Operation
on page 1-6.
The outlet behind the left rear seat is the cold air return
outlet. Be sure to keep it free from obstructions.
Also, keep the area around the base of the center
instrument panel console, between and under the front
seats, free of objects that could also obstruct air ow
to the rear seating area.
For more information on how to use the main climate
control system, see “Climate Control System” listed
previously in this section. For information on ventilation,
see “Outlet Adjustment” under “Climate Control
System” listed previously in this section.
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Instrument Panel Cluster
Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how
fast you’re going, how much fuel you’re using, and many other things you’ll need to drive safely and economically.
The indicator warning lights and gages are explained on the following pages.
United States version shown, Canada similar
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Safety Belt Reminder Light
When the key is turned to RUN or START, a chime will
come on for several seconds to remind people to
fasten their safety belts.
The safety belt light will
also come on and stay on
for several seconds. If
the driver’s belt is already
buckled, neither the
chime nor the light will
come on.
Air Bag Readiness Light
There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument
panel, which shows the air bag symbol. The system
checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions.
The light tells you if there is an electrical problem.
The system check includes the air bag sensor, the air
bag modules, the wiring and the diagnostic module. For
more information on the air bag system, seeAir Bag
Systems on page 1-84.This light will come on
when you start your
vehicle, and it will ash for
a few seconds. Then the
light should go out. This
means the system is ready.
If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the
vehicle or comes on when you are driving, your air
bag system may not work properly. Have your vehicle
serviced right away.
{CAUTION:
If the air bag readiness light stays on after you
start your vehicle, it means the air bag system
may not be working properly. The air bags in
your vehicle may not in ate in a crash, or they
could even in ate without a crash. To help avoid
injury to yourself or others, have your vehicle
serviced right away if the air bag readiness light
stays on after you start your vehicle.
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Anti-Lock Brake System Warning
Light
Your vehicle may have this
light. If it does, the anti-lock
brake system warning light
should come on for a few
seconds when you turn the
ignition key to RUN.
If the anti-lock brake system warning light stays on
longer than normal after you’ve started your engine, turn
the ignition off. Or, if the light comes on and stays on
when you’re driving, stop as soon as possible and turn
the ignition off. Then start the engine again to reset
the system. If the light still stays on, or comes on again
while you’re driving, the anti-lock brake system needs
service and you don’t have anti-lock brakes.
The anti-lock brake system warning light should come
on brie y when you turn the ignition key to RUN. If
the light doesn’t come on then, have it xed so it will be
ready to warn you if there is a problem.
Traction Control System (TCS)
Warning Light
Your vehicle may have a traction control system
warning light. The traction control system warning light
may come on for the following reasons:
If you turn the system off by pressing the TCS
button located in the instrument panel switchbank
the warning light will come on and stay on. To
turn the system back on, press the button again.
The warning light should go off. SeeTraction
Control System (TCS) on page 4-10for more
information.
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Your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have
left when the ignition is on.
Here are four things that some owners ask about. All
these things 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.
It takes a little more or a little less fuel to ll up than
the gage reads. For example, the gage reads half
full, but it took more or less than half of the
tank’s capacity to ll it.
The gage pointer may move while cornering,
braking or speeding up.
The gage may not indicate empty when the ignition
is turned off.
Message Center
The message center is located in the instrument
panel cluster. It gives you important safety and
maintenance facts.
Service Traction System Warning
Message
If your vehicle has the traction control system and this
message is displayed when you’re driving, there may be
a problem with your traction control system. Your
vehicle may need service.United States
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