
Adding Equipment to Your
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Q:Is there anything I might add to the front
or sides of the vehicle that could keep the
airbags from working properly?
A:Yes. If you add things that change your
vehicle’s frame, bumper system, height,
front end or side sheet metal, they may keep
the airbag system from working properly.
Also, the airbag system may not work properly
if you relocate any of the airbag sensors.
If you have any questions about this,
you should contact Customer Assistance
before you modify your vehicle. The phone
numbers and addresses for Customer
Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer
Satisfaction Procedure in this manual.
SeeCustomer Satisfaction Procedure on
page 414.
Q:Because I have a disability, I have to get
my vehicle modi ed. How can I nd out
whether this will affect my airbag system?
A:Changing or moving any parts of the
front seats, safety belts, the airbag sensing
and diagnostic module, steering wheel,
instrument panel, ceiling headliner, ceiling and
pillar garnish trim, roof-mounted airbag
modules, or airbag wiring can affect the
operation of the airbag system. If you have
questions, call Customer Assistance.
The phone numbers and addresses for
Customer Assistance are in Step Two of the
Customer Satisfaction Procedure in this
manual. SeeCustomer Satisfaction Procedure
on page 414.
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Restraint System Check
Checking the Restraint Systems
Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder
light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates,
retractors and anchorages are working properly.
Look for any other loose or damaged safety
belt system parts. If you see anything that might
keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have
it repaired. SeeCare of Safety Belts on page 376
for more information.
Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in
a crash. They can rip apart under impact forces.
If a belt is torn or frayed, get a new one right away.Also look for any opened or broken airbag covers,
and have them repaired or replaced. The airbag
system does not need regular maintenance.
Notice:If you damage the covering for the
driver’s or the right front passenger’s airbag,
or the roof-mounted side impact airbag
covering (if equipped) on the garnish trim and
ceiling near the side windows, the airbag
may not work properly. You may have to
replace the airbag module in the steering
wheel, both the airbag module and the
instrument panel for the right front passenger’s
airbag, or the side impact airbag module,
garnish trim and the ceiling covering for
roof-mounted side impact airbags (if equipped).
Do not open or break the airbag coverings.
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Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transaxle).... 126
Parking Over Things That Burn................. 127
Engine Exhaust......................................... 128
Running the Engine While Parked............. 129
Mirrors......................................................... 130
Manual Rearview Mirror............................. 130
Manual Rearview Mirror with OnStar
®....... 130
Outside Manual Mirror............................... 130
Outside Remote Control Mirror.................. 130
Outside Power Mirrors............................... 131
Outside Convex Mirror............................... 131OnStar
®System.......................................... 132
Storage Areas............................................. 136
Glove Box................................................. 136
Cupholder(s).............................................. 136
Center Console Storage Area.................... 136
Driver’s Storage Compartment................... 136
Convenience Net....................................... 136
Sunroof....................................................... 137
Section 2 Features and Controls
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Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
These vehicle accessories may be used for up to
10 minutes after the engine is turned off.
Audio System
Power Windows
Sunroof
The power windows and sunroof will continue to
work for up to 10 minutes or until any door is
opened. The radio will work when the key is in
RUN or ACC. Once the key is turned from RUN
to LOCK, the radio will continue to work for
10 minutes or until the driver’s door is opened.
Starting the Engine
Place the transaxle in the proper gear.
Automatic Transaxle
Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or
NEUTRAL (N). Your engine will not start in
any other position — this is a safety feature.
To restart when you are already moving, use
NEUTRAL (N) only.Notice:Shifting into PARK (P) with the vehicle
moving could damage the transaxle. Shift into
PARK (P) only when your vehicle is stopped.
Manual Transaxle
The shift lever should be in the neutral position
and the parking brake engaged. Hold the
clutch pedal to the oor and start the engine.
Your vehicle will not start if the clutch pedal is
not all the way down. That is a safety feature.
Starting Procedure
1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn
the ignition key to START. When the engine
starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will
go down as your engine gets warm. Do
not race the engine immediately after starting
it. Operate the engine and transaxle gently
to allow the oil to warm up and lubricate
all moving parts.
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Sunroof
If the vehicle has a
sunroof, the switch that
operates it is located
on the headliner
between the map lamps.
The sunroof will only operate while the ignition is
on, or turned to ACC, or if Retained Accessory
Power (RAP) is active. SeeRetained Accessory
Power (RAP) on page 115.Press the sunroof switch rearward to open the
sunroof to the vent position. If the sunshade
is closed, it must be opened manually in the vent
position. Press and hold the switch rearward a
second time to open the sunroof. If the sunshade
is closed, it will open automatically when the
sunroof is opened.
To close the sunroof, press the switch forward and
hold it until the sunroof is closed. The sunroof
will stop if the switch is released. Close the
sunshade by hand.
The sunroof glass panel cannot be opened or
closed if the vehicle has an electrical failure.
Notice:If you force the sunshade forward of
the sliding glass panel, damage will occur
and the sunroof may not open or close
properly. Always close the glass panel before
closing the sunshade.
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