2007 BUICK LUCERNE trans

Theater Dimming
This feature allows for a three to ve-second fade
out of the courtesy lamps instead of immediate
turn off.
Delayed Exit Lighting
If it is dark enough outside when you remove
the key from the ignition, the interior lamps will turn
on and stay on for about 25 seconds. This will
give you time to nd the door pull handle or lock
switches. Once the key is inserted into the ignition,
the exit lighting will be cancelled and the lighting
will fade out.
Perimeter Lighting
If it is dark enough outside when the unlock button
on the remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed,
the DRL, parking lamps and back-up lamps will
come on.
This feature can be programmed on for various
amounts of time in seconds for each transmitter.
SeeDIC Vehicle Customization on page 231
for information on programming.
Front Reading Lamps
The front reading lamps, located on the headliner,
are turned on or off by pressing one of the buttons
located near each lamp.
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Operation
(
(Off):Turn the left knob to this position to turn
the climate control system off.
9(Fan):Turn the left knob clockwise or
counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan
speed. The fan speed will be temporarily reduced
between the transition to a new mode. The fan will
resume when the new mode is complete.
If the airow seems low when the fan speed is at
the highest setting, the passenger compartment
air lter may need to be replaced. For more
information, seePassenger Compartment Air
Filter on page 192andScheduled Maintenance
on page 442.
Temperature Control:Turn the center knob
clockwise or counterclockwise to warm or cool
the air coming through the outlets.
Use the right knob to select from the following
modes:
H(Vent):This mode directs outside air to the
instrument panel outlets.
)(Bi-Level):This mode directs half of the air to
the instrument panel outlets, and the remaining
air to the oor outlets. Slightly cooler air is directed
to the instrument panel outlets and warmer air is
directed to the oor outlets.
6(Floor):This mode directs most of the air to
the oor outlets with some air directed toward
the side window outlets and a little air directed to
the windshield.
In this mode, the system will automatically use
outside air.
You can also select modes by using the following
buttons:
h(Recirculate):Press this button to recirculate
cabin air through the vehicle. It can be used to
prevent outside air and odors from entering your
vehicle or to help heat or cool the air inside your
vehicle more quickly. An indicator light below the
button will come on in this mode. Operation in this
mode during periods of high humidity and cool
outside temperatures may result in increased
window fogging. If window fogging is experienced,
select the defrost mode.
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Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Check Engine Light
Your vehicle has a
computer which
monitors operation
of the fuel, ignition,
and emission control
systems.
This system is called OBD II (On-Board
Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to
assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for
the life of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner
environment. The check engine light comes on to
indicate that there is a problem and service is
required. Malfunctions often will be indicated by
the system before any problem is apparent. This
may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle.
This system is also designed to assist your service
technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction.Notice:If you keep driving your vehicle with
this light on, after awhile, your emission
controls may not work as well, your fuel
economy may not be as good, and your engine
may not run as smoothly. This could lead to
costly repairs that may not be covered by your
warranty.
Notice:Modications made to the engine,
transaxle, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of
your vehicle or the replacement of the original
tires with other than those of the same Tire
Performance Criteria (TPC) can affect your
vehicle’s emission controls and may cause
this light to come on. Modications to these
systems could lead to costly repairs not
covered by your warranty. This may also
result in a failure to pass a required Emission
Inspection/Maintenance test. SeeAccessories
and Modifications on page 325.
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Driver Information Center (DIC)
Your vehicle has a Driver Information Center (DIC).
All messages will appear in the DIC display
located below the speedometer in the instrument
panel cluster. The DIC buttons are located on
the instrument panel, to the left of the instrument
panel cluster.
The DIC comes on when the ignition is on. After a
short delay, the DIC will display the information
that was last displayed before the engine was
turned off.
The DIC displays trip, fuel, and vehicle system
information, and warning messages if a system
problem is detected. The bottom line of the
DIC shows the shift lever position indicator.
SeeAutomatic Transaxle Operation on page 119
for more information.If your vehicle’s DIC has these features, the
compass direction and the outside air temperature
may also display on the DIC when viewing the
trip and fuel information. The compass direction
appears on the top right corner of the DIC display.
The outside air temperature automatically
appears in the bottom right corner of the DIC
display. If there is a problem with the system that
controls the temperature display, the numbers
will be replaced with dashes. If this occurs, have
the vehicle serviced by your dealer.
The DIC also allows some features to be
customized. SeeDIC Vehicle Customization on
page 231for more information.
DIC Controls and Displays
The DIC has different displays which can be
accessed by pressing the DIC buttons located on
the instrument panel, to the left of the instrument
panel cluster.
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DIC Buttons
The buttons are the trip/fuel, vehicle information,
customization, and set/reset buttons. The button
functions are detailed in the following pages.
3(Trip/Fuel):Press this button to display the
odometer, trip odometers, fuel range, average
economy, instantaneous economy, and average
speed.
T(Vehicle Information):Press this button
to display the oil life, park assist on vehicles with
this feature, units, tire pressure readings and Tire
Pressure Monitor (TPM) system programming,
compass zone and compass calibration on vehicles
with this feature, and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter programming.
U(Customization):Press this button to
customize the feature settings on your vehicle.
SeeDIC Vehicle Customization on page 231
for more information.
V(Set/Reset):Press this button to set or reset
certain functions and to turn off or acknowledge
messages on the DIC.
Trip/Fuel Menu Items
3
(Trip/Fuel):Press this button to scroll
through the following menu items:
Odometer
Press the trip/fuel button until ODOMETER
displays. This display shows the distance the
vehicle has been driven in either miles (mi)
or kilometers (km).
Trip A and Trip B
Press the trip/fuel button until TRIP A or TRIP B
displays. This display shows the current distance
traveled in either miles (mi) or kilometers (km)
since the last reset for each trip odometer. Both
trip odometers can be used at the same time.
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Remote Key
To access this display, the vehicle must be in
PARK (P). This display allows you to match the
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to your
vehicle. To match an RKE transmitter to your
vehicle, do the following:
1. Press the vehicle information button until
PRESS
VTO RELEARN REMOTE KEY
displays.
2. Press the set/reset button.
The message REMOTE KEY LEARNING
ACTIVE will display.
3. Press and hold the lock and unlock buttons
on the rst transmitter at the same time for
about 15 seconds.
A chime will sound indicating that the
transmitter is matched.
4. To match additional transmitters at this time,
repeat Step 3.
Each vehicle can have a maximum of
eight transmitters matched to it.
5. To exit the programming mode, you must
cycle the key to OFF.
Blank Display
This display shows no information.
Customization Menu Items
U
(Customization):Press this button to enter
the feature settings menu. This display allows
you to customize the feature settings on your
vehicle. SeeDIC Vehicle Customization on
page 231for more information.
DIC Compass
Your vehicle may have a compass in the Driver
Information Center (DIC). The information below
explains how to operate this feature in the DIC.
If your vehicle has a compass in the mirror, see
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Compass
on page 132.
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REMOTE KEY LEARNING ACTIVE
This message displays while you are matching
a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to your
vehicle. See “Matching Transmitter(s) to Your
Vehicle” underRemote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation on page 95andDIC Controls
and Displays on page 212for more information.
REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY
This message displays when the battery in the
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter needs to
be replaced. To replace the battery, see “Battery
Replacement” underRemote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation on page 95.
RIGHT REAR DOOR OPEN
This message displays when the passenger’s
side rear door is not closed properly. When this
message appears, make sure that the passenger’s
door is closed completely.
SERVICE A/C (Air Conditioning)
SYSTEM
This message displays when the electronic
sensors that control the air conditioning and
heating systems are no longer working. Have the
climate control system serviced by your dealer
if you notice a drop in heating and air conditioning
efficiency.
SERVICE AIR BAG
This message displays when there is a problem
with the airbag system. Have your vehicle serviced
by your dealer immediately. SeeAirbag Readiness
Light on page 197for more information.
SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING
SYSTEM
This message displays when there is a problem
with the generator and battery charging systems.
Driving with this problem could drain the battery.
Turn off all unnecessary accessories. Stop
and turn off the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do
so. Have the electrical system checked by your
dealer immediately.
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SERVICE STABILITRAK
If your vehicle has StabiliTrak®, this message
displays if there has been a problem detected with
StabiliTrak
®. A warning light also appears on
the instrument panel cluster. SeeTraction Control
System (TCS) Warning Light on page 202. See
StabiliTrak
®System on page 284for more
information.
If this message turns on while you are driving, pull
off the road as soon as possible and stop carefully.
Try resetting the system by turning the ignition off
and then back on. If this message still stays on or
turns back on again while you are driving, your
vehicle needs service. Have the StabiliTrak
®
System inspected by your dealer as soon as
possible.
SERVICE SUSPENSION SYSTEM
This message displays to indicate that the
suspension system is not operating properly.
See your dealer for service.
SERVICE THEFT SYSTEM
This message displays when there is a problem
with the theft-deterrent system programmed in the
key. A fault has been detected in the system which
means that the system is disabled and it is not
protecting the vehicle. The vehicle usually restarts;
however, you may want to take the vehicle to
your dealer before turning off the engine. See
PASS-Key
®III+ on page 111for more information.
SERVICE TIRE MONITOR SYSTEM
This message displays if a part on the Tire
Pressure Monitor (TPM) system is not working
properly. If you drive your vehicle while any of the
four sensors are missing or inoperable, the warning
comes on in about 20 minutes. A sensor would be
missing, for example, if you put different wheels on
your vehicle without transferring the sensors. If the
warning comes on and stays on, there may be a
problem with the TPM. See your dealer.
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