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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, front end or
side sheet metal or height, 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 572.
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 (located under the driver’s
seat), rollover sensor module (located under
the center console), instrument panel, steering
wheel, ceiling headliner, ceiling and pillar
garnish trim, roof-mounted rollover 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. See
Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 572.
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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. Keep safety belts clean and dry.
SeeCare of Safety Belts on page 531for 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 side impact airbag covering on the
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
side impact airbag module and ceiling covering
for roof-mounted rollover airbags (if equipped.)
Do not open or break the airbag coverings.
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Replacing Restraint System Parts
After a Crash
{CAUTION:
A crash can damage the restraint systems
in your vehicle. A damaged restraint
system may not properly protect the
person using it, resulting in serious injury
or even death in a crash. To help make
sure your restraint systems are working
properly after a crash, have them
inspected and any necessary
replacements made as soon as possible.
If you have had a crash, do you need new belts or
LATCH system parts?
After a very minor collision, nothing may be
necessary. But if the belts were stretched, as they
would be if worn during a more severe crash,
then you need new parts.
If the LATCH system was being used during a
more severe crash, you may need new LATCH
system parts.If belts are cut or damaged, replace them.
Collision damage also may mean you will need to
have LATCH system, safety belt or seat parts
repaired or replaced. New parts and repairs may
be necessary even if the belt or LATCH system
was not being used at the time of the collision.
If an airbag in ates, you will need to replace airbag
system parts. See the part on the airbag system
earlier in this section.
If the airbags in ate you will also need to replace
the driver and front passenger’s safety belt
retractor assembly. Be sure to do so. Then the
new retractor assembly will be there to help protect
you in a collision.
After a crash you may need to replace the driver
and front passenger’s safety belt retractor
assemblies, even if the airbags have not deployed.
The driver and front passenger’s safety belt
retractor assemblies contain the safety belt
pretensioners. Have your safety belt pretensioners
checked if your vehicle has been in a collision, or if
your airbag readiness light stays on after you start
your vehicle or while you are driving. SeeAirbag
Readiness Light on page 227.
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Keys.............................................................111
Remote Keyless Entry System.....................112
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation......113
Doors and Locks.........................................120
Door Locks................................................120
Power Door Locks......................................121
Delayed Locking.........................................121
Programmable Automatic Door Locks.........121
Rear Door Security Locks..........................122
Lockout Protection......................................122
Liftgate/Liftglass..........................................123
Power Liftgate............................................125
Power Running Boards...............................129
Windows......................................................130
Power Windows.........................................131
Sun Visors.................................................132
Theft-Deterrent Systems..............................132
Content Theft-Deterrent..............................132
PASS-Key
®III+..........................................134
PASS-Key®III+ Operation..........................134
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle..........136
New Vehicle Break-In.................................136
Ignition Positions........................................137Retained Accessory Power (RAP)..............138
Starting the Engine.....................................138
Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal...........140
Engine Coolant Heater...............................140
Displacement on Demand™ (DoD™)..........141
Automatic Transmission Operation..............142
Tow/Haul Mode..........................................145
Four-Wheel Drive.......................................146
Parking Brake............................................151
Shifting Into Park (P)..................................152
Shifting Out of Park (P)..............................154
Parking Over Things That Burn..................154
Engine Exhaust..........................................155
Running the Engine While Parked..............156
Mirrors..........................................................157
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with
OnStar
®, Compass and Temperature
Display....................................................157
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with
Compass and Temperature Display.........160
Outside Manual Mirrors..............................163
Outside Trailer-Tow Mirrors........................163
Outside Power Mirrors................................164
Section 2 Features and Controls
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Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors................165
Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror.............166
Outside Curb View Assist Mirrors...............166
Outside Convex Mirror................................166
Outside Heated Mirrors..............................167
OnStar
®System...........................................167
Universal Home Remote System.................169
Universal Home Remote System................169
Universal Home Remote System
Operation................................................170Storage Areas..............................................174
Glove Box..................................................174
Cupholder(s)...............................................174
Center Console Storage Area.....................175
Luggage Carrier.........................................175
Rear Storage Area.....................................176
Rear Seat Armrest.....................................176
Cargo Cover..............................................176
Cargo Management System.......................178
Sunroof........................................................181
Section 2 Features and Controls
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Keys
{CAUTION:
Leaving children in a vehicle with the
ignition key is dangerous for many
reasons. They could operate the power
windows or other controls or even make
the vehicle move. The children or others
could be badly injured or even killed.
Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with
children.
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Your vehicle has one
double-sided key for the
ignition, all door locks,
and the spare tire hoist
lock if your vehicle
has one.
If you ever lose your keys, your dealer will be able
to assist you with obtaining replacements.
Notice:If you ever lock your keys in your
vehicle, you may have to damage the vehicle
to get in. Be sure you have spare keys.
If you ever do get locked out of your vehicle,
call the GM Roadside Assistance Center.
SeeRoadside Assistance Program on page 577.Remote Keyless Entry System
Your keyless entry system operates on a radio
frequency subject to Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry
Canada.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference.
2. This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.
This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry
Canada. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference.
2. This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.
Changes or modi cations to this system by other
than an authorized service facility could void
authorization to use this equipment.
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