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6. Check that the weatherstripping on eachside of the roof panel is under the panel.
7. Make sure the front release handles are in the fully open position.
8. Push the roof firmly downward to engage the pins.
9. Turn the front release handles inward so that they fully latch in the closed
position. It is critical that the handles
fully latch.
10. Push back and up on the rear release handle to insert the hook in the loop.
11. Push and pull the roof panel up and down and side to side to ensure the roof
panel is securely installed.
Maintaining the Roof Panel
Caution
Using glass cleaner on a painted roof
panel could damage the panel. The
repairs would not be covered by the
vehicle warranty. Do not use glass
cleaner on the painted roof panel.
When cleaning, removing, and/or storing the
roof panel:
.Flush with water to remove dust and dirt,
then dry the panel.
.Do not use abrasive cleaning materials on
the panel.
Convertible Top
If equipped with a convertible top, review
the following before operating:
{Warning
Components under the tonneau, close to
the engine, can get hot from running the
engine. To help avoid the risk of burning
unprotected skin, never touch these
components until they have cooled, and
always use a glove or towel to avoid
direct skin contact.
{Warning
While opening or closing the convertible
top, people can be injured by the moving
parts of the tonneau cover or convertible
top. Maintain visual contact with the top
while it is being operated.
Caution
Follow these guidelines when operating
the convertible top or damage can occur:
.Remove all items from the roof, trunk
lid, or tonneau cover before operating.
.Remove all objects that may contact
the convertible top when it is
operated.
.Do not leave the vehicle with the
convertible top open.
.Do not exceed 50 km/h (31 mph) until
the top has completely closed or
opened.
.Do not open or close the top while
driving in high wind conditions.
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5. When possible, operate the convertibletop when the vehicle is stopped. The top
can be operated while driving below
50 km/h (31 mph) and will stop if that
speed is exceeded. The top operation will
take approximately 17 seconds. Make
sure the top operation can be completed
before that speed is reached.
6. Pull and holdMon the driver door
switch. The windows will automatically
lower.
7. After the convertible top is completely closed, a chime sounds and a DIC
message displays. Release the switch.
Raise the windows if needed. If the
switch is held after the chime sounds,
the windows will start to raise. If the radio is on, the sound may be muted
for a brief time to automatically adjust the
audio after the top is closed.
Troubleshooting the Convertible Top
Check the following if the convertible top
switch
Mis not operating:
.The ignition should be on or in accessory
mode, or Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
should be active.
.The trunk lid must be closed. If it is not,
a DIC message will display.
.At cooler outside temperatures, the
convertible top may not operate. It is
possible to open the top down to
temperatures of about 0 °C (32 °F) and
close the top down to temperatures of
about
−10 °C (14 °F). A DIC message will
display if the top will not operate due to
low temperature. If necessary, move the
vehicle to a heated indoor area to operate
the top.
.If the top has recently been opened and
closed repeatedly, it will be temporarily
disabled. A DIC message displays. Normal
operation will be restored within
10 minutes after the system has cooled.
.If the vehicle battery is low, the top
operation may be disabled. Try to start
the vehicle. A DIC message displays.
.If the vehicle battery has recently been
reconnected or if the vehicle has been
jump started, the top may not operate
until the power windows have been
programmed. Complete the power
window programming procedure. See
Power Windows 029.
Other features may be affected while
operating the convertible top:
.If you start the vehicle while using the
remote key to open the convertible top,
the convertible top will halt the motion.
After starting the vehicle, use the
convertible top switch inside the vehicle
to continue the top motion.
.The windows cannot close while the top
is moving.
.When driving with the top not fully
secured, chimes can be heard above
50 km/h (31 mph).
.The Rear Camera Mirror will not work
with the convertible top down. Use the
tab to switch to the standard mirror
display.
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If the vehicle battery has been disconnected
and reconnected, if the fuses were pulled or
replaced, or if a jump start was performed, a
message indicating the top is not secure
may display. Press and release
Kand then
quickly press and hold
Mon the remote
key, or press and hold
Mon the driver
door switch to open the top, or pull and
hold
Mon the driver door switch to close
the top until this message clears.
Partial Top Cycling
If the convertible top operation is stopped
before completion, the top will temporarily
hold its position. Over time, the tonneau
may drift to a near closed position.
Opening the Tonneau Cover —Engine Access
{Warning
When opening or closing the tonneau
cover, people can be injured by the
moving parts of the tonneau cover.
Maintain visual contact with the tonneau
cover when it is in motion and keep
hands and objects away from the moving
parts. To open the tonneau cover and access the
engine:
1. Make sure the vehicle is in P (Park).
2. Ensure the tonneau cover is clear of any objects.
3. The trunk and convertible top must be closed.
4. Keep visual contact with the vehicle. Press and release
Qon the remote key
and then quickly press and hold
M.
A chime will sound, a DIC message will
display, and the turn signals will
flash once.
5. HoldMuntil the tonneau cover is
completely opened. The turn signals will
flash once.
In the event the tonneau cover is partially
open, the motion of the tonneau cover will
be in the opposite direction upon
reactivation.
Closing the Tonneau Cover —Engine Access
Function
1. Make sure the vehicle is off.
2. Remove all objects from the engine compartment.
3. The trunk and convertible top must be closed.
4. Keep visual contact with the vehicle. Press and release
Qon the remote key
and then quickly press and hold
M.
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Seats and Restraints
Head Restraints
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Front Seats
Power Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Lumbar Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Memory Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Heated and Ventilated Front Seats . . . . . 44
Seat Belts
Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Buckle To Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
How to Wear Seat Belts Properly . . . . . . 46
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Seat Belt Use During Pregnancy . . . . . . . . 51
Seat Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Seat Belt Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Replacing Seat Belt System Parts after aCrash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Airbag System
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
When Should an Airbag Inflate? . . . . . . . . 55
What Makes an Airbag Inflate? . . . . . . . . . 55
How Does an Airbag Restrain? . . . . . . . . . 56 What Will You See after an Airbag
Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Passenger Sensing System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Airbag System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Child Restraints
Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Infants and Young Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Child Restraint Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children(LATCH System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Securing Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Head Restraints
The vehicle's front seats have head restraints
in the outboard seating positions that
cannot be adjusted.
The front seat outboard head restraints are
not removable.
Front Seats
Power Seat Adjustment
{Warning
The power seats will work with the
ignition off. Children could operate the
power seats and be injured. Never leave
children alone in the vehicle.
{Warning
You can lose control of the vehicle if you
try to adjust a driver seat while the
vehicle is moving. Adjust the driver seat
only when the vehicle is not moving.
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position on the seat, move the seat
rearward or recline the seat until the
shoulder belt retractor lock releases.
Engaging the child restraint locking
feature in the front outboard seating
position may affect the passenger
sensing system. SeePassenger Sensing
System 057.
If the shoulder portion of the driver belt
is pulled out all the way, the shoulder
belt retractor lock feature may be
engaged. If this happens, let the belt go
back all the way and start again. If the
locking feature stays engaged after
letting the belt go back to stowed
position on the seat, move the seat
rearward or recline the seat until the
shoulder belt retractor lock releases.
4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks.
Pull up on the latch plate to make sure
it is secure. If the belt is not long
enough, see Seat Belt Extender 052.
Position the release pushbutton on the
buckle so that the seat belt could be
quickly unbuckled if necessary.5. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the shoulder belt.
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Seat Belt Extender
If the vehicle seat belt will fasten around
you, you should use it.
But if a seat belt is not long enough, your
dealer will order you an extender. Only a
GM dealer issued extender should be used.
When you go in to order it, take the
heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender
will be long enough for you. To help avoid
personal injury, do not let someone else use
it, and use it only for the seat it is made to
fit. The extender has been designed for
adults. Never use it for securing child
restraints. For more information on the
proper use and fit of seat belt extenders see
the instruction sheet that comes with the
extender.
Safety System Check
Periodically check the seat belt reminder,
seat belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors,
shoulder belt height adjusters (if equipped),
and seat belt anchorages to make sure they
are all in working order. Look for any other
loose or damaged seat belt system parts
that might keep a seat belt system from
performing properly. See your dealer to
have it repaired. Torn, frayed, or twisted
seat belts may not protect you in a crash.Torn or frayed seat belts can rip apart under
impact forces. If a belt is torn or frayed,
have it replaced immediately. If a belt is
twisted, it may be possible to untwist by
reversing the latch plate on the webbing.
If the twist cannot be corrected, ask your
dealer to fix it.
Make sure the seat belt reminder light is
working. See
Seat Belt Reminders 088.
Keep seat belts clean and dry. See Seat Belt
Care 052.
Seat Belt Care
Keep belts clean and dry.
Seat belts should be properly cared for and
maintained.
Seat belt hardware should be kept dry and
free of dust or debris. As necessary, exterior
hard surfaces and seat belt webbing may be
lightly cleaned with mild soap and water.
Ensure there is not excessive dust or debris
in the mechanism. If dust or debris exists in
the system please see the dealer. Parts may
need to be replaced to ensure proper
functionality of the system.
{Warning
Do not bleach or dye seat belt webbing.
It may severely weaken the webbing. In
a crash, they might not be able to
provide adequate protection. Clean and
rinse seat belt webbing only with mild
soap and lukewarm water. Allow the
webbing to dry.
Replacing Seat Belt System Parts
after a Crash
{Warning
A crash can damage the seat belt system
in the vehicle. A damaged seat belt
system may not properly protect the
person using it, resulting in serious injury
or even death in a crash. To help make
sure the seat belt systems are working
properly after a crash, have them
inspected and any necessary
replacements made as soon as possible.
After a minor crash, replacement of seat
belts may not be necessary. But the seat
belt assemblies that were used during any
crash may have been stressed or damaged.
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most effective when you are sitting well
back and upright in the seat with both
feet on the floor.
Occupants should not lean on or sleep
against the door or side windows in
seating positions with seat-mounted
airbags.
{Warning
Children who are up against, or very
close to, any airbag when it inflates can
be seriously injured or killed. Always
secure children properly in the vehicle. To
read how, seeOlder Children 062 or
Infants and Young Children 063.
There is an airbag readiness light on the
instrument cluster which shows the airbag
symbol. The system checks the airbag electrical
system for malfunctions. The light tells you
if there is an electrical problem. See
Airbag
Readiness Light 088.
Where Are the Airbags?
The driver frontal airbag is in the center of
the steering wheel.
The front outboard passenger frontal airbag
is in the passenger side instrument panel.
Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar
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According to accident statistics, children are
safer when properly secured in a rear seat
in the correct child restraint for their weight
and size.
Rear-facing child restraints should not be
transported in the vehicle, even if the airbag
is off.
Never put a rear-facing child seat in the
front. This is because the risk to the
rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag
inflates.
{Warning
A child in a rear-facing child restraint can
be seriously injured or killed if the
passenger frontal airbag inflates. This is
because the back of the rear-facing child
restraint would be very close to the
inflating airbag. A child in a
forward-facing child restraint can be
seriously injured or killed if the passenger
frontal airbag inflates and the passenger
seat is in a forward position.
Even if the passenger sensing system has
turned off the passenger frontal airbag,
no system is fail-safe. No one can(Continued)
Warning (Continued)
guarantee that an airbag will not inflate
under some unusual circumstance, even
though the airbag is off.
Never put a rear-facing child restraint in
the front seat, even if the airbag is off.
If securing a forward-facing child restraint
in the front outboard passenger seat,
always move the seat as far back as it
will go. It is better to secure child
restraints in the rear seat. Consider using
another vehicle to transport the child
when a rear seat is not available.
The passenger sensing system is designed to
turn off the front outboard passenger
frontal airbag if:
.The front outboard passenger seat is
unoccupied.
.The system determines an infant is
present in a child restraint.
.A front outboard passenger takes his/her
weight off of the seat for a period
of time. When the passenger sensing system has
turned off the front outboard passenger
frontal airbag, the OFF indicator will light
and stay lit as a reminder that the airbag is
off. See
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
0 89.
The passenger sensing system is designed to
turn on the front outboard passenger frontal
airbag anytime the system senses that a
person of adult size is sitting properly in the
front outboard passenger seat.
When the passenger sensing system has
allowed the airbag to be enabled, the ON
indicator will light and stay lit as a reminder
that the airbag is active.
For some children, including children in child
restraints, and for very small adults, the
passenger sensing system may or may not
turn off the front outboard passenger
frontal airbag, depending upon the person's
seating posture and body build. Everyone in
the vehicle who has outgrown child
restraints should wear a seat belt
properly —whether or not there is an
airbag for that person.