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6(Low Speed):Push the lever up to the
second position for steady wiping cycles at a slow
speed.
1(High Speed):Push the lever up to the
third position for steady wiping cycles at a high
speed.
7(Mist):For a single wiping cycle, push the
lever down once and let go. The wipers will
stop after one cycle. For additional cycles, hold
the lever down.
About 30 seconds after the wipers are on, the
headlamps, taillamps, and instrument panel
lighting will come on, and the Driver Information
Center (DIC) back lighting will decrease to
the night time mode. About ten seconds after the
wipers are turned off, all the lamps will go back
to the AUTO (Automatic) mode. SeeExterior
Lamps on page 144.
Windshield Washer
{CAUTION:
In freezing weather, do not use your
washer until the windshield is warmed.
Otherwise the washer uid can form ice
on the windshield, blocking your vision.
The windshield washer button is located at the
end of the windshield wiper lever.
K(Washer Fluid):Press this button to activate
the washer uid to spray onto the windshield.
The wipers will run for a few cycles to clear the
windshield. For more wash cycles, press and hold
the button.
If the vehicle is low on washer uid, the LOW
WASHER FLUID message will appear on
the Driver Information Center (DIC) display. See
“LOW WASHER FLUID” underDIC Warnings
and Messages on page 200for more information.
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Expect to move slightly slower at night.
When you want to leave the freeway, move to the
proper lane well in advance. If you miss your
exit, do not, under any circumstances, stop and
back up. Drive on to the next exit.
The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite
sharply. The exit speed is usually posted. Reduce
your speed according to your speedometer, not
to your sense of motion. After driving for any
distance at higher speeds, you may tend to think
you are going slower than you actually are.
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
Make sure you are ready. Try to be well rested.
If you must start when you are not fresh — such
as after a day’s work — do not plan to make
too many miles that rst part of the journey. Wear
comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily
drive in.
Is your vehicle ready for a long trip? If you keep it
serviced and maintained, it is ready to go. If it needs
service, have it done before starting out. Of course,
you will nd experienced and able service experts
in GM dealerships all across North America. They
will be ready and willing to help if you need it.Here are some things you can check before a trip:
Windshield Washer Fluid:Is the reservoir
full? Are all windows clean inside and outside?
Wiper Blades:Are they in good shape?
Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids:Have you
checked all levels?
Lamps:Are they all working? Are the lenses
clean?
Tires:They are vitally important to a safe,
trouble-free trip. Is the tread good enough
for long-distance driving? Are the tires
all in ated to the recommended pressure?
Weather Forecasts:What is the weather
outlook along your route? Should you
delay your trip a short time to avoid a major
storm system?
Maps:Do you have up-to-date maps?
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F
Filter
Engine Air Cleaner................................... 355
Finish Damage............................................ 456
Flashers, Hazard Warning........................... 134
Flash-to-Pass.............................................. 137
Flat Tire...................................................... 422
Flat Tire, Changing...................................... 435
Flat Tire, Storing......................................... 445
Fluid
Automatic Transaxle................................. 357
Power Steering........................................ 376
Windshield Washer.................................. 377
Fog Lamp Light........................................... 185
Fog Lamps.................................................. 146
Folding Rear Seat......................................... 16
Folding Seatback, Passenger........................ 14
Front Reading Lamps.................................. 149
Front Seat Storage Net............................... 127
Fuel............................................................ 338
Additives.................................................. 340
California Fuel.......................................... 340
Filling a Portable Fuel Container.............. 344
Filling Your Tank...................................... 342Fuel (cont.)
Fuels in Foreign Countries....................... 341
Gage....................................................... 185
Gasoline Octane...................................... 338
Gasoline Speci cations............................ 339
Fuses
Fuses and Circuit Breakers...................... 460
Instrument Panel Fuse Block................... 460
Underhood Fuse Block............................. 462
Windshield Wiper..................................... 459
G
Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature.................... 180
Fuel......................................................... 185
Speedometer........................................... 170
Tachometer.............................................. 171
Gasoline
Octane..................................................... 338
Speci cations........................................... 339
Glove Box................................................... 126
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program.......... 497
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V
Vehicle
Control..................................................... 288
Damage Warnings....................................... 5
Loading.................................................... 317
Symbols...................................................... 5
Vehicle Customization, DIC......................... 226
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data
Recorders................................................ 504
Vehicle Identi cation
Number (VIN).......................................... 458
Service Parts Identi cation Label.............. 458
Ventilation Adjustment.................................. 166
Visors.......................................................... 100
W
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators......... 168
Warnings
DIC Warnings and Messages................... 200
Hazard Warning Flashers......................... 134
Other Warning Devices............................ 134
Safety and Symbols..................................... 4
Vehicle Damage.......................................... 5Wheels
Alignment and Tire Balance..................... 419
Different Size........................................... 417
Replacement............................................ 419
Where to Put the Restraint............................ 49
Windows....................................................... 98
Power........................................................ 99
Windshield
Replacement............................................ 399
Washer Fluid........................................... 377
Wiper Blade Replacement........................ 399
Wiper Blades, Cleaning............................ 454
Wiper Fuses............................................ 459
Wiper Lever............................................. 138
Winter Driving............................................. 311
X
XM Radio Messages................................... 275
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System......... 281
Y
Your Vehicle and the Environment............... 471
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