
Keys.............................................................. 84
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System.......... 86
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation................................................. 87
Doors and Locks.......................................... 92
Door Locks................................................. 92
Power Door Locks....................................... 94
Delayed Locking.......................................... 94
Programmable Automatic Door Locks.......... 95
Rear Door Security Locks........................... 95
Lockout Protection....................................... 96
Trunk.......................................................... 96
Windows....................................................... 98
Power Windows.......................................... 99
Sun Visors................................................ 100
Theft-Deterrent Systems............................. 100
Content Theft-Deterrent............................. 100
PASS-Key
®III ........................................... 102
PASS-Key®III Operation........................... 103
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle......... 105
New Vehicle Break-In................................ 105
Ignition Positions....................................... 105
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)............. 106
Starting the Engine.................................... 107Engine Coolant Heater.............................. 108
Active Fuel Management™........................ 109
Automatic Transaxle Operation.................. 110
Parking Brake........................................... 115
Shifting Into Park (P) ................................. 116
Shifting Out of Park (P)............................. 117
Parking Over Things That Burn................. 118
Engine Exhaust......................................... 119
Running the Engine While Parked............. 120
Mirrors......................................................... 121
Manual Rearview Mirror with OnStar
®....... 121
Outside Power Mirrors............................... 121
Outside Convex Mirror............................... 122
OnStar
®System.......................................... 122
Storage Areas............................................. 126
Glove Box................................................. 126
Cupholder(s).............................................. 126
Sunglasses Storage Compartment............. 127
Front Seat Storage Net............................. 127
Center Console Storage Area.................... 127
Assist Handles.......................................... 127
Convenience Net....................................... 127
Sunroof....................................................... 128
Section 2 Features and Controls
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Power Windows
Use the switches on the
driver’s door to operate
each of the windows.
Push the switch down or up to open or close the
window. The top switches operate the front
windows, and the bottom switches operate the
rear windows.
Each passenger door also has a switch, located
on the armrest, that operates that window.
Push the switch rearward or forward to open or
close the window.
The power window switches only work if the ignition
is on or in ACC, or while Retained Accessory
Power (RAP) is active. SeeRetained Accessory
Power (RAP) on page 106for more information.
Express-Down Window
The driver’s window switch has an express-down
feature. This allows the window to open fully without
having to continuously hold the switch. Tap the
switch down, and the driver’s window will open a
small amount. Press the switch fully down and
release and the window will go all the way down.
To stop the window while it is lowering, press the
bottom of the switch. To raise the window,
press and hold the bottom of the switch.
Window Lockout
o
(Window Lockout):The driver’s window
switch includes a lockout feature located above
the power window switches on the driver’s
door. Move the switch to the right to prevent the
passengers sitting in the rear from using their
window switches. The driver can still control all the
windows with the lockout on. Move the switch to
the left to disengage the lockout feature.
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ACC (ACCESSORY):This position allows things
like the radio and windshield wipers to operate
while the engine is off.
R(RUN):This position is where the key returns
to after the vehicle is started. With the engine
off, the RUN position displays some of the warning
and indicator lights.
The battery could be drained if you leave the key
in the ACC or RUN position with the engine
off. You may not be able to start your vehicle if
the battery is allowed to drain for an extended
period of time.
/(START):This position starts the engine. Let
go of the key when the engine starts. The key will
return to the RUN for normal driving.
A continuous warning chime will sound and a KEY
IN IGNITION message will display on the Driver
Information Center (DIC) if the key is turned
to OFF or ACC and the driver’s door is opened.
Key In the Ignition
Never leave your vehicle with the keys inside, as it
is an easy target for joy riders or thieves. If you
leave the key in the ignition and park your vehicle,
a chime will sound, when you open the driver’s
door. Always remember to remove your key from
the ignition and take it with you. This will lock
your ignition and transaxle. Also, always remember
to lock the doors.
The battery could be drained if you leave the key
in the ignition while your vehicle is parked.
You may not be able to start your vehicle after it
has been parked for an extended period of time.
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
If the vehicle has Retained Accessory
Power (RAP), certain features will continue to
operate for up to 10 minutes after the ignition key
is turned to OFF unless a door is opened.
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Sunroof
If the vehicle has a sunroof, it includes a sliding
glass panel and a sunshade.
The switch to control
the sunroof is located
in the headliner.
The switch works only while the ignition is on, or in
ACC, or Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is on.
SeeRetained Accessory Power (RAP) on
page 106.Vent:Open the sunshade by hand. Push the switch
toward the rear of the vehicle once and the sunroof
will open to the vent position. Push the switch
forward to close.
Open/Express-Open:Push the switch toward the
rear of the vehicle a second time and the sunroof
will open the remainder of the way. The sunshade
will open with the sunroof if the switch is pushed
toward the rear of the vehicle twice.
Close:Push and hold the front of the switch until
the sunroof motor stops. The sunshade must
be closed by hand.
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While your vehicle is parked:
Familiarize yourself with all of its controls.
Familiarize yourself with its operation.
Set up your audio system by presetting your
favorite radio stations, setting the tone, and
adjusting the speakers. Then, when driving
conditions permit, you can tune to your favorite
radio stations using the presets and steering
wheel controls if the vehicle has them.
Notice:Before adding any sound equipment
to your vehicle, such as an audio system,
CD player, CB radio, mobile telephone,
or two-way radio, make sure that it can be
added by checking with your dealer. Also,
check federal rules covering mobile radio and
telephone units. If sound equipment can be
added, it is very important to do it properly.
Added sound equipment may interfere with the
operation of your vehicle’s engine, radio, or
other systems, and even damage them.
Your vehicle’s systems may interfere with the
operation of sound equipment that has
been added.Notice:The chime signals related to safety
belts, parking brake, and other functions
of your vehicle operate through the
radio/entertainment system. If that equipment
is replaced or additional equipment is added
to your vehicle, the chimes may not work. Make
sure that replacement or additional equipment
is compatible with your vehicle before
installing it. SeeAccessories and Modifications
on page 336.
Your vehicle has a feature called Retained
Accessory Power (RAP). With RAP, the audio
system can be played even after the ignition
is turned off. SeeRetained Accessory
Power (RAP) on page 106for more information.
Setting the Time
The radio may have a button marked with an H or
HR to represent hours and an M or MIN to
represent minutes.
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Fuse Usage
RAP Retained Accessory Power
SUN ROOF Sunroof
CRUISE SW Cruise Switch
PK LP Parking Lamps
RR DEFOG Rear Window Defogger
DR LK/TRUNK Door Lock/Trunk
ONSTAR/ALDL Onstar
®/Diagnostic Link
Fuse Usage
CANISTER Fuel Tank Solenoid Canister
PK LAMPS Parking Lamps
RADIO/AMP Radio Ampli er
RFA/MODRemote Function Activator
(Remote Keyless Entry)
DISPLAYSInstrument Panel Displays/Head-Up
Display (HUD), Driver Information
Center (DIC)
INT LIGHT Interior Lamps
HVAC Climate Controls
CHMSL/BKUPCenter High Mounted Stop
Lamp/Back-Up Lamps
PWR WDO Power Windows
SPRING
COIL 2Steering Wheel Control Switches
PWR SEAT Power Seat
TURN/HAZTurn Signals/Hazard
Warning Lamps
PWR MIRS Power Mirrors
HTD SEAT Heated Seat
To reinstall the end panel, position the lower
section with the edge of the instrument panel,
and press the sides of the panel until it snaps
into place.
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P
Paint, Damage............................................ 456
Park (P)
Shifting Into............................................. 116
Shifting Out of......................................... 117
Parking
Brake....................................................... 115
Over Things That Burn............................ 118
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator............... 173
Passenger Compartment Air Filter............... 166
Passenger Sensing System........................... 74
Passing....................................................... 299
PASS-Key
®III ............................................. 102
PASS-Key®III Operation............................. 103
Power
Accessory Outlet(s).................................. 156
Door Locks................................................ 94
Electrical System..................................... 459
Lumbar Controls.......................................... 9
Retained Accessory (RAP)....................... 106
Seat............................................................ 8
Steering Fluid.......................................... 376
Windows.................................................... 99
Pressure Cap.............................................. 364
Pretensioners, Safety Belt............................. 38
Programmable Automatic Door Locks............ 95
Q
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ... 21
R
Radios........................................................ 233
Care of Your CD Player........................... 279
Care of Your CDs.................................... 279
Radio with CD................................235, 245
Radio with Six-Disc CD............................ 255
Setting the Time...................................... 234
Theft-Deterrent......................................... 277
Understanding Reception ......................... 278
Rear Assist Handle Reading Lamps............ 149
Rear Door Security Locks............................. 95
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides.................. 35
Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts.............. 32
Rearview Mirror with OnStar
®...................... 121
Reclining Seatbacks...................................... 10
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.......... 483
Recreational Vehicle Towing........................ 322
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System............ 86
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System,
Operation................................................... 87
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the
Spare Tire................................................ 438
522

Removing the Spare Tire and Tools............ 436
Replacement Bulbs..................................... 398
Replacement, Windshield............................. 399
Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian Government............................. 510
General Motors........................................ 510
United States Government....................... 510
Restraint System Check
Checking the Restraint Systems................. 80
Replacing Restraint System Parts
After a Crash......................................... 81
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)................ 106
Right Front Passenger Position,
Safety Belts............................................... 31
Roadside
Assistance Program................................. 498
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out.............. 316
Routing, Engine Drive Belt.......................... 485
Running the Engine While Parked............... 120
S
Safety Belt
Passenger Reminder Light....................... 172
Pretensioners............................................. 38
Reminder Light........................................ 171Safety Belts
Care of.................................................... 452
Driver Position........................................... 22
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly............ 22
Questions and Answers About
Safety Belts............................................ 21
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides............... 35
Rear Seat Passengers............................... 32
Right Front Passenger Position.................. 31
Safety Belt Extender.................................. 38
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy............. 31
Safety Belts Are for Everyone.................... 17
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster.................... 30
Safety Warnings and Symbols......................... 4
Scheduled Maintenance............................... 473
Seatback, Folding Passenger........................ 14
Seats
Head Restraints......................................... 13
Heated Seats............................................. 10
Manual Passenger....................................... 8
Passenger Folding Seatback...................... 14
Power Lumbar............................................. 9
Power Seat................................................. 8
Reclining Seatbacks................................... 10
Split Folding Rear Seat.............................. 16
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