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96 Instruments and Controls
Instruments and
Controls
Controls
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . 97
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . 97
Heated Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . 98
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . . 98
Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators
Warning Lights, Gauges, andIndicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Fuel Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Safety Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . 104
Airbag Readiness Light . . . . . . . 105
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Charging System Light . . . . . . . 106
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
(Check Engine Light) . . . . . . . . 106
Brake System Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Electric Parking Brake Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Vehicle Ahead Indicator . . . . . . . 110
Traction Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
StabiliTrak
®OFF Light . . . . . . . . 110
Traction Control System (TCS)/ StabiliTrak
®Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Tire Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Engine Oil Pressure Light . . . . . 112
Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . 112
Security Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . 113
Front Fog Lamp Light . . . . . . . . . 113
Lamps On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . 113
Cruise Control Light . . . . . . . . . . 113
Door Ajar Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Information Displays
Driver Information Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Vehicle Messages
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Battery Voltage and ChargingMessages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Brake System Messages . . . . . 118
Compass Messages . . . . . . . . . . 118
Door Ajar Messages . . . . . . . . . . 118
Engine Cooling System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Engine Oil Messages . . . . . . . . . 119
Engine Power Messages . . . . . 120
Fuel System Messages . . . . . . . 120
Key and Lock Messages . . . . . 120
Object Detection System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Ride Control System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Security Messages . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Tire Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Transmission Messages . . . . . . 122
Washer Fluid Messages . . . . . . 123
Window Messages . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Vehicle Personalization
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 123
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Speedometer
The speedometer shows the vehicle
speed in kilometers per hour (km/h)
and miles per hour (mph).
Odometer
The odometer shows how far the
vehicle has been driven, in either
kilometers or miles.
Trip Odometer
The trip odometer shows how far
the vehicle has been driven since
the trip odometer was last reset.
The trip odometer is accessed and
reset through the Driver Information
Center (DIC). SeeDriver
Information Center (DIC) 0114.
Tachometer
The tachometer displays the engine
speed in revolutions per
minute (rpm).
Caution
If the engine is operated with the
rpm’s in the warning area at the
high end of the tachometer, the
vehicle could be damaged, and
the damage would not be covered
by the vehicle warranty. Do not
operate the engine with the rpm’s
in the warning area.
Fuel Gauge
When the ignition is on, the fuel
gauge tells you about how much
fuel you have left in your tank. An arrow on the fuel gauge
indicates the side of the vehicle the
fuel door is on.
When the fuel is low, a message
may appear in the Driver
Information Center (DIC), and a
chime will sound. See
Fuel System
Messages 0120 for more
information.
Here are four things that some
owners ask about. None of these
show a problem with your fuel
gauge:
. At the service station, the fuel
pump shuts off before the gauge
reads full.
. It takes a little more or less fuel
to fill up than the gauge
indicated. For example, the
gauge may have indicated the
tank was half full, but it actually
took a little more or less than
half the tank's capacity to fill
the tank.
. The gauge moves a little while
turning a corner or speeding up.
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Information Displays
Driver Information
Center (DIC)
The Driver Information Center (DIC)
displays information about the
vehicle. It also displays warning
messages if a system problem is
detected. SeeVehicle Messages
0 117. All messages appear in the
DIC display in the center of the
instrument cluster.
On some models, the DIC may have
some warning lights or indicators
shown in the top portion of the
display. See Warning Lights,
Gauges, and Indicators 0101.
The vehicle may also have features
that can be customized through the
controls on the radio. See Vehicle
Personalization 0123.
DIC Operation and Displays
The DIC has different displays
which can be accessed by using the
DIC buttons on the turn signal lever.
The DIC displays trip, fuel, and vehicle system information, and
warning messages if a system
problem is detected.
The bottom of the DIC display
shows the position of the shift lever
and the odometer. It may also show
the direction the vehicle is driving.
In cold weather the DIC display may
change slowly. This is normal and
will move more quickly as the
vehicle's interior temperature rises.
DIC Buttons
1.
SET/CLR (Set/Clear): Press to
set or clear the menu item
when it is displayed.
2.
w/x(Thumbwheel): Use
to scroll through the items in
each menu. A small marker will
move across the bottom of the page as you scroll through the
items. This shows where each
page is in the menu.
3. MENU: Press to get to the Trip/
Fuel Menu and the Vehicle
Information Menu. This button
is also used to return to or exit
the last screen displayed on
the DIC.
Trip/Fuel Menu Items
Press MENU on the turn signal
lever until the Trip/Fuel Menu is
displayed. Use
w/xto scroll
through the following menu items:
. Digital Speedometer
. Trip 1
. Trip 2
. Fuel Range
. Average Fuel Economy
. Instantaneous Fuel Economy
. Average Vehicle Speed
. Timer
. Navigation
. Blank Display
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Digital Speedometer
The speedometer shows how fast
the vehicle is moving in either
kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles
per hour (mph). The speedometer
cannot be reset.
Trip 1 and Trip 2
These displays show the current
distance traveled, in either
kilometers (km) or miles (mi), since
the last reset for the trip odometer.
The trip odometer can be reset to
zero by pressing SET/CLR, or the
trip odometer reset stem in the
cluster, while the trip odometer
display is showing.
Fuel Range
This display shows the approximate
distance the vehicle can be driven
without refueling. The fuel range
estimate is based on an average of
the vehicle's fuel economy over
recent driving history and the
amount of fuel remaining in the fuel
tank. Fuel range cannot be reset.Average Fuel Economy
This display shows the approximate
average liters per 100 kilometers
(L/100 km) or miles per gallon
(mpg). Average fuel economy is
calculated based on the number of
L/100 km (mpg) recorded since the
last time this menu item was reset.
This number reflects only the
approximate average fuel economy
that the vehicle has right now, and
will change as driving conditions
change. The average fuel economy
can be reset by pressing SET/CLR
while the Average Fuel Economy
display is showing.
Instantaneous Fuel Economy
The instantaneous fuel economy
display shows the current fuel
economy in liters per 100 kilometers
(L/100 km) or miles per gallon
(mpg). The instantaneous fuel
economy reflects only the current
approximate fuel economy and
changes frequently as driving
conditions change. Unlike average
economy, this display cannot be
reset.Average Vehicle Speed
This display shows the average
speed of the vehicle in kilometers
per hour (km/h) or miles per
hour (mph). This average is
calculated based on the various
vehicle speeds recorded since the
last reset of this value. The average
speed can be reset by pressing
SET/CLR while the Average Vehicle
Speed display is showing.
Timer
This display can be used as a timer.
To start the timer, press SET/CLR
while Timer is displayed. The
display will show the amount of time
that has passed since the timer was
last reset, not including time the
ignition is off. Time will continue to
be counted as long as the ignition is
on, even if another display is being
shown on the DIC. The timer will
record up to 99 hours, 59 minutes,
and 59 seconds (99:59:59) after
which the display will return to zero.
To stop the timer, press SET/CLR
briefly while Timer is displayed. To
reset the timer to zero, press and
hold SET/CLR.
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Wheel Alignment and Tire
Balance
The tires and wheels were aligned
and balanced at the factory to
provide the longest tire life and best
overall performance. Adjustments to
wheel alignment and tire balancing
are not necessary on a regular
basis. Consider an alignment check
if there is unusual tire wear or the
vehicle is significantly pulling to one
side or the other. Some slight pull to
the left or right, depending on the
crown of the road and/or other road
surface variations such as troughs
or ruts, is normal. If the vehicle is
vibrating when driving on a smooth
road, the tires and wheels may need
to be rebalanced. See your dealer
for proper diagnosis.
Wheel Replacement
Replace any wheel that is bent,
cracked, or badly rusted or
corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming
loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and
wheel nuts should be replaced.
If the wheel leaks air, replace it.Some aluminum wheels can be
repaired. See your dealer if any of
these conditions exist.
Your dealer will know the kind of
wheel that is needed.
Each new wheel should have the
same load-carrying capacity,
diameter, width, offset, and be
mounted the same way as the one it
replaces.
Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel
nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor
System (TPMS) sensors with new
GM original equipment parts.
{Warning
Using the wrong replacement
wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel
nuts can be dangerous. It could
affect the braking and handling of
the vehicle. Tires can lose air,
and cause loss of control, causing
a crash. Always use the correct
wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel
nuts for replacement.
Caution
The wrong wheel can also cause
problems with bearing life, brake
cooling, speedometer or
odometer calibration, headlamp
aim, bumper height, vehicle
ground clearance, and tire or tire
chain clearance to the body and
chassis.
Used Replacement Wheels
{Warning
Replacing a wheel with a used
one is dangerous. How it has
been used or how far it has been
driven may be unknown. It could
fail suddenly and cause a crash.
When replacing wheels, use a
new GM original equipment
wheel.
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Maintenance Records
After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the
type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts.Date Odometer
Reading Serviced By Services Performed
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324 Customer Information
aftermarket adaptive equipment
required for the vehicle, such as
hand controls or a wheelchair/
scooter lift for the vehicle.
For more information on the limited
offer, visit www.gmmobility.com or
call the GM Mobility Assistance
Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text
Telephone (TTY) users, call
1-800-833-9935.
General Motors of Canada also has
a Mobility Program. Visit www.gm.ca
or call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483)
for details. TTY users call
1-800-263-3830.
Roadside Assistance
Program
For U.S.-purchased vehicles, call
1-800-252-1112; (Text Telephone
(TTY): 1-888-889-2438).
For Canadian-purchased vehicles,
call 1-800-268-6800.
Service is available 24 hours a day,
365 days a year.
Calling for Assistance
When calling Roadside Assistance,
have the following information
ready:
.Your name, home address, and
home telephone number.
. Telephone number of your
location.
. Location of the vehicle.
. Model, year, color, and license
plate number of the vehicle.
. Odometer reading, Vehicle
Identification Number (VIN), and
delivery date of the vehicle.
. Description of the problem.
Coverage
Services are provided for the
duration of the vehicle’s powertrain
warranty.
In the U.S., anyone driving the
vehicle is covered. In Canada, a
person driving the vehicle without
permission from the owner is not
covered. Roadside Assistance is not a part of
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
General Motors North America and
Buick reserve the right to make any
changes or discontinue the
Roadside Assistance program at
any time without notification.
General Motors North America and
Buick reserve the right to limit
services or payment to an owner or
driver if they decide the claims are
made too often, or the same type of
claim is made many times.
Services Provided
.
Emergency Fuel Delivery:
Delivery of enough fuel for the
vehicle to get to the nearest
service station.
. Lock-Out Service: Service to
unlock the vehicle if you are
locked out. A remote unlock may
be available if you have
OnStar
®. For security reasons,
the driver must present
identification before this service
is given.
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348 Index
FusesEngine Compartment Fuse
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256
Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . 255
Instrument Panel Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258
Rear Compartment Fuse
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260
G
Garage Door Opener . . . . . . . . . . . 129Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Gauges Engine CoolantTemperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Warning Lights and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
General Information Service and Maintenance . . . . . 304
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323
H
Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251
Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . 134
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
HeadlampsAiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 251
Daytime RunningLamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . .113
High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . 132
Lamps On Reminder . . . . . . . . . .113
Heated Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Heated Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Heater Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . . 180
Hill Start Assist (HSA) . . . . . . . . . . 203
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Hydraulic Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238
I
Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . . 186, 188
Ignition Transmission Lock
Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Indicator
Vehicle Ahead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110
Infants and Young Children, Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . . 333
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Instrument Panel Storage Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Instrument Panel Overview . . . . . . . 6
Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . 43
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
J
Jump Starting - North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290
K
Key and Lock Messages . . . . . . . . 120
Keyless EntryRemote (RKE) System . . . . . . . . . 27
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25