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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 373
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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Mirrors......................................................... 134
Manual Rearview Mirror............................. 134
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
with OnStar
®and Compass................... 134
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
with Compass........................................ 136
Outside Power Mirrors............................... 138
Outside Convex Mirror............................... 138
OnStar
®System.......................................... 139Storage Areas............................................. 143
Glove Box................................................. 143
Cupholder(s).............................................. 143
Instrument Panel Storage Area.................. 143
Floor Console Storage Area...................... 143
Rear Storage Area.................................... 143
Rear Compartment Storage Panel/Cover ... 144
Roof Rack System.................................... 146
Convenience Net....................................... 147
Sunroof....................................................... 147
Section 2 Features and Controls
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Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
Your vehicle has a Retained Accessory
Power (RAP) feature which allow’s the radio,
power windows, and sunroof to continue to work
up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned off.
Your vehicle’s radio will work when the ignition 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.
Also, the power windows and sunroof will continue
to work for up to 10 minutes or until any 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.
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Roof Rack System
Your vehicle may be equipped with a roof rack
system.
{CAUTION:
If you try to carry something on top of
your vehicle that is longer or wider than
the luggage carrier — like paneling,
plywood, a mattress and so forth — the
wind can catch it as you drive along.This
can cause you to lose control. What you
are carrying could be violently torn off, and
this could cause you or other drivers to
have a collision, and of course damage
your vehicle. You may be able to carry
something like this inside. But, never carry
something longer or wider than the
luggage carrier on top of your vehicle.Notice:Loading cargo on the luggage carrier
that weighs more than 150 lbs (68 kg) or hangs
over the rear sides of the vehicle may damage
your vehicle. Load cargo so that it rests on the
slats as far forward as possible and against the
side rails making sure to fasten it securely.
Notice:Loading cargo directly on the roof of
the vehicle may cause damage to the vehicle
and would not be covered under warranty.
Do not place cargo on the roof the vehicle.
Do not exceed the maximum vehicle capacity
when loading your vehicle. For more information
on vehicle capacity and loading, seeLoading Your
Vehicle on page 269.
To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you are
driving, check frequently to ensure your cargo
is securely fastened.
The roof rack system has siderails that are
attached to the roof. All cargo must be loaded on
the luggage carrier crossrails only.
Use GM accessory racks that are compatible with
your roof rack system, these are available at
your GM dealer.
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