Gmc 2009 Acadia Manual de usuario

Seats and RestraintSystem... 1-1Head Restraints... 1-2Front Seats... 1-3Rear Seats...

Heated and Cooled SeatsIf the front seats have the heatedand cooled seat feature, the buttonsused to control this feature arelocated on the front door

Automatic Dimming MirrorOperationAutomatic dimming reduces theglare from the headlamps of thevehicle behind you. The dimmingfeature comes on and the i

Outside Power FoldawayMirrorsVehicles with outside powerfoldaway mirrors have the controlslocated on the driver door armrest.Mirror Adjustment1. Press

Park Tilt MirrorsIf the vehicle has the memorypackage, the outside mirrors have apark tilt feature. This feature tilts theoutside mirrors to a presele

{ CAUTIONThe Ultrasonic Rear ParkingAssist (URPA) system does notreplace driver vision. It cannotdetect:• objects that are below thebumper, underneath

The following describes how the URPA display lights appear as the vehiclegets closer to a detected object:Description English Metricamber light 8 ft 2

Rear VisionCamera (RVC)The vehicle may have a Rear VisionCamera system. Read this entiresection before using it.{ CAUTIONThe Rear Vision Camera (RVC)s

Turning the Rear Vision CameraSystem Off or OnTo turn off the rear vision camerasystem, press and holdz, locatedon the inside rearview mirror,until th

There is a message on the rearvision camera screen that states“Check Surroundings for Safety”.Adjusting the Brightness andContrast of the ScreenTo adj

Rear Vision Camera LocationThe camera is located above thelicense plate.The area displayed by the camerais limited and does not displayobjects that ar

The rear vision camera systemdisplay in the rearview mirror mayturn off or not appear as expecteddue to one of the followingconditions. If this occurs

To save positions in memory:1. Adjust the driver seat, includingthe seatback recliner and bothoutside mirrors to a comfortableposition.See Outside Pow

Press the OnStar button to have anOnStar advisor contact RoadsideService.OnStar service is provided subjectto the OnStar Terms and Conditionsincluded

OnStar Hands-Free CallingOnStar Hands-Free Calling allowseligible OnStar subscribers tomake and receive calls using voicecommands. Hands-Free Callingi

How OnStar Service WorksThe OnStar system can recordand transmit vehicle information.This information is automaticallysent to an OnStar Call Center wh

Universal HomeRemote SystemThe Universal Home RemoteSystem provides a way toreplace up to three hand-heldRadio-Frequency (RF) transmittersused to acti

Do not use the Universal HomeRemote with any garage dooropener that does not have the stopand reverse feature. This includesany garage door opener mod

2. Hold the end of your hand-heldtransmitter about 1 to 3 inches(3 to 8 cm) away from theUniversal Home Remote buttonswhile keeping the indicatorlight

8. Immediately return to the vehicle.Firmly press and hold theUniversal Home Remote button,chosen in Step 3 to controlthe garage door, for two seconds

Erasing Universal HomeRemote ButtonsThe programmed buttons should beerased when the vehicle is soldor the lease ends.To erase all programmed buttons o

Center Console StoragePull up on the lever, located on thefront of the center consolearmrest, to slide it forward andbackward. To open the armreststor

{ CAUTIONNever open more than one of thethree latches at a time to helpavoid personal injury and damageto the console.Notice: Slide the front consolea

Further programming for thememory seat feature can be doneusing the DIC. You can selector cancel the following:• The automatic easy exit seatfeature.•

Notice: Loading cargo on theluggage carrier that weighs morethan 200 lbs (91 kg) or hangsover the rear or sides of thevehicle can damage the vehicle.L

There is an additional storagecompartment on each side of thesystem. To open, unlatch and liftthe panel up.To remove the cargo managementsystem:1. Ope

SunroofThe vehicle may have a sunroofover the front seats and a rearsunroof over the second row seats.The rear sunroof does not open.The switches to o

Instrument PanelInstrument Panel OverviewInstrument Panel Overview...3-4Hazard Warning Flashers...3-5Horn...3-5

Fog Lamp Light...3-45Cruise Control Light...3-45Highbeam On Light...3-46Tow/Haul Mode Light...3-46Fuel Ga

✍ NOTESInstrument Panel 3-3

Instrument Panel Overview3-4 Instrument Panel

The main components of theinstrument panel are listed here:A. Outlet Adjustment on page 3-30.B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Leveron page 3-6. Windshield

Tilt and TelescopicSteering WheelThe steering wheel can be adjusted.The adjustment lever is located onthe left side of the steering column.Pull the le

Turn Signal On ChimeIf either one of the turn signals areleft on and the vehicle has beendriven more than 3/4 mile (1.2 km),a chime will sound.Headlam

Power Reclining SeatbacksIn vehicles with seats that havepower reclining seatbacks,the control used to recline them islocated on the outboard side oft

Windshield WasherJ(Washer Fluid): Press thebutton located at the end of theturn signal/multifunction lever, tospray washer fluid on the windshield.The

Rear Window Wiper/WasherThe rear wiper and rear washbutton is located on the instrumentpanel below the climate controlsystem.Z (Rear Wiper): Press to

Setting Cruise ControlCruise control will not work if theparking brake is set, or if the mastercylinder brake fluid level is low.The cruise control lig

Using Cruise Control on HillsHow well the cruise control will workon hills depends upon the vehiclespeed, load, and the steepnessof the hills. When go

2 (Headlamps): Turns theheadlamps on together withthe following lamps listed below.A warning chime sounds if thedriver’s door is opened whenthe igniti

When the DRL are on, the regularheadlamps, taillamps, sidemarker,and other lamps will not be on.The instrument panel and clusterwill also not be lit.F

Dome LampsThe dome lamps automaticallycome on when a door is opened,unless the dome lamp overridebutton is pressed in.The lamps can also be turned ona

Delayed Exit LightingThis feature illuminates the interiorfor a period of time after the keyis removed from the ignition.The ignition must be off for

EPM works to prevent excessivedischarge of the battery. It doesthis by balancing the generator’soutput and the vehicle’s electricalneeds. It can incre

It will also display turn-by-turnnavigation information if the vehiclehas a navigation radio. The imagesare projected by the HUD lenslocated on the dr

Rear SeatsRear Seat OperationA. Seat Adjustment HandleB. Reclining Seatback StrapC. Sliding Seat LeverEntering and Exiting theThird Row{ CAUTIONUsing

When the HUD is on, thespeedometer reading is continuallydisplayed. The current radio stationor CD track number will display fora short period of time

Format Three: This displayincludes all the information inFormat One along with a circulartachometer, but without outsideair temperature.All formats wi

Accessory PowerOutlet(s)The vehicle has three 12-voltoutlets which can be used to plugin electrical equipment, such as acellular telephone, a compact

Power Outlet 115 VoltAlternating CurrentFor vehicles with this power outlet,it can be used to plug in electricalequipment that uses a maximumlimit of

Climate ControlsClimate Control SystemThe heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with thissystem.A. Fan ControlB. Temperat

6 (Floor): Air is directed to thefloor outlets, with some of the airdirected to the windshield, sidewindow, and second row flooroutlets. In this mode, t

@ (Recirculation): Press toturn the recirculation mode on or off.An indicator light comes on whenrecirculation is on. When the engineis turned off, th

Dual Automatic Climate Control SystemThe heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with thissystem.A. Fan ControlB. AUTOC. De

Automatic OperationAUTO (Automatic): The systemautomatically controls the insidetemperature, the air delivery,and the fan speed.To use automatic mode:

PASS (Passenger): Press toset the passenger temperature tomatch the driver temperature setting.The PASS indicator will turn off.When the passenger tem

3. Place folding armrests in theupright position.4. Ensure that the safety belt isunfastened and in the stowedposition.5. Pull the sliding seat lever

0 (Defrost): Press to turn thedefrost on or off. This mode quicklyclears the windshield of fog or frost.Air is directed to the windshield,side window,

The recirculation mode cannot beused with floor, defog, or defrostingmodes. If recirculation is selected inthese modes, the indicator flashesthree times

The interior temperature sensorlocated on the instrument panel tothe right of the steering column,measures the temperature of theair inside the vehicl

Rear Air Conditioning and Heating SystemA. Fan ControlB. Temperature ControlC. Air Delivery Mode ControlFor vehicles with the rear climatecontrol syst

Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System andElectronic Climate ControlsA. Fan ControlB. Air Delivery Mode ControlC. Temperature ControlFor vehicles wi

N (Air Delivery Mode Control):Press to manually change thedirection of the airflow. Repeatedlypress the button until the desiredmode appears on the dis

Instrument Panel ClusterThe instrument cluster is designed to show how the vehicle is running. It shows how fast the vehicle is going, abouthow much f

Speedometer andOdometerThe speedometer shows thevehicle’s speed in both milesper hour (mph) and kilometersper hour (km/h).The odometer shows how far t

Airbag Readiness LightThis light shows if there is anelectrical problem. The systemcheck includes the airbag sensor,the pretensioners, the airbagmodul

If you are using remote start tostart the vehicle from a distance,if equipped, you may not see thesystem check. Then, after severalmore seconds, the s

Adjusting the SeatsTo adjust the second row seats, pulloutward on the seat adjustmenthandle (A). Slide the seat forward orrearward to the desired posi

Voltmeter GageWhen the engine is not running,but the ignition is turned on,this gage shows the battery’sstate of charge in DC volts.When the engine is

This light may also come on dueto low brake fluid. See Brakeson page 5-27 for more information.When the ignition is on, the brakesystem warning light w

StabiliTrak®IndicatorLightThis light comes on briefly whilestarting the engine. If it does not,have the vehicle serviced by yourdealer/retailer. If the

Engine CoolantTemperature GageThis gage shows the enginecoolant temperature. Under normaldriving conditions the gage willread approximately 210°F (100

MalfunctionIndicator LampCheck Engine LightA computer system called OBD II(On-Board Diagnostics-SecondGeneration) monitors operationof the fuel, ignit

This light comes on during amalfunction in one of two ways:Light Flashing: A misfire conditionhas been detected. A misfireincreases vehicle emissions an

Emissions Inspection andMaintenance ProgramsSome state/provincial and localgovernments have or might beginprograms to inspect the emissioncontrol equi

The oil pressure light should comeon briefly as the engine is started. If itdoes not come on have the vehicleserviced by your dealer/retailer.If the li

Highbeam On LightThe highbeam on light comes onwhen the high-beam headlampsare in use.See Headlamp High/Low-BeamChanger on page 3-7 for moreinformatio

Driver InformationCenter (DIC)Your vehicle has a DriverInformation Center (DIC).The DIC displays information aboutyour vehicle. It also displays warni

3. Pull up on the release leverlocated on the back of theseat. The headrest movesforward automatically.4. Push the seatback forward tolay flat.To retur

DIC ButtonsThe buttons are the set/reset,customization, vehicle information,and trip/fuel buttons. The buttonfunctions are detailed in thefollowing pa

See Engine Oil on page 5-13.In addition to the engine oil lifesystem monitoring the oil life,additional maintenance isrecommended in the MaintenanceSc

If a low or high tire pressurecondition is detected by thesystem while driving, a messageadvising you to check the pressurein a specific tire will appe

To switch between English andmetric measurements, see “UNITS”earlier in this section.TRIP A and TRIP BPress the trip/fuel button untilTRIP A or TRIP B

AVG (Average) ECONOMYPress the trip/fuel button untilAVG ECONOMY displays.This display shows the approximateaverage miles per gallon (mpg) orliters pe

DIC Operationand Displays(Without DIC Buttons)If your vehicle does not have DICbuttons, the information belowexplains the operation of this system.The

To use the retro-active resetfeature, press and hold the tripodometer reset stem for at leastfour seconds. The trip odometerwill display the number of

If you choose OFF, the system willbe turned off. The URPA systemautomatically turns back on aftereach vehicle start. When the URPAsystem is turned off

DISPLAY LANGUAGETo access this display, the vehiclemust be in P (Park). This displayallows you to select the languagein which the DIC messages willapp

3. Press the set/reset button toscroll through and select theappropriate variance zone.4. Press the trip/fuel button untilthe vehicle heading, for exa

Removing the Third Row Seats1. Remove the cargo managementsystem, if it is in the vehicle.See Cargo Management Systemon page 2-52.2. Remove anything o

DIC Warnings andMessagesMessages are displayed on the DICto notify the driver that the status ofthe vehicle has changed and thatsome action may be nee

BATTERY SAVER ACTIVEThis message displays when thesystem detects that the batteryvoltage is dropping below expectedlevels. The battery saver systemsta

ENGINE HOT A/C(Air Conditioning) OFFThis message displays when theengine coolant becomes hotter thanthe normal operating temperature.See Engine Coolan

ENGINE POWER IS REDUCEDThis message displays and a chimesounds when the cooling systemtemperature gets too hot and theengine further enters the engine

LEFT REAR DOOR OPENThis message displays and achime sounds if the driver siderear door is not fully closed and thevehicle is shifted out of P (Park).S

REMOTE KEY LEARNINGACTIVEThis message displays while you arematching a Remote Keyless Entry(RKE) transmitter to your vehicle.See “Matching Transmitter

SERVICE BATTERYCHARGING SYSTEMOn some vehicles, this messagedisplays if there is a problem withthe battery charging system.Under certain conditions, t

SERVICE TIRE MONITORSYSTEMOn vehicles with the Tire PressureMonitor System (TPMS), thismessage displays if a part on theTPMS is not working properly.T

THEFT ATTEMPTEDThis message displays if the contenttheft-deterrent system has detecteda break-in attempt while you wereaway from your vehicle. See Con

TURN SIGNAL ONThis message displays and a chimesounds if a turn signal is left onfor 3/4 of a mile (1.2 km). Movethe turn signal/multifunction leverto

Safety BeltsSafety Belts: They Arefor EveryoneThis section of the manual describeshow to use safety belts properly.It also describes some things not t

Feature Settings Menu ItemsThe following are customizationfeatures that allow you to programsettings to the vehicle:DISPLAY IN ENGLISHThis feature wil

AUTO DOOR LOCKThis feature allows you toselect when the vehicle’sdoors will automatically lock.See Programmable AutomaticDoor Locks on page 2-9 for mo

REMOTE DOOR LOCKThis feature allows you to selectthe type of feedback you will receivewhen locking the vehicle with theRemote Keyless Entry (RKE)trans

DELAY DOOR LOCKThis feature allows you to selectwhether or not the locking of thevehicle’s doors and liftgate will bedelayed. When locking the doorsan

APPROACH LIGHTINGThis feature allows you to selectwhether or not to have the exteriorlights turn on briefly during low lightperiods after unlocking the

PARK TILT MIRRORSIf your vehicle has this feature,it allows you to select whetheror not the outside mirror(s) willautomatically tilt down when thevehi

MEMORY SEAT RECALLIf your vehicle has this feature, itallows you to select your preferencefor the remote memory seat recallfeature. See Memory Seat an

FACTORY SETTINGSThis feature allows you to set all ofthe customization features backto their factory default settings.Press the customization button u

Audio System(s)Determine which radio the vehiclehas and read the following pages tobecome familiar with its features.{ CAUTIONTaking your eyes off the

5. To decrease the time or date,do one of the following:• Press ©SEEK.• Press s REV.• Turn f counter-clockwise.To change the time default settingfrom

GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GMEmblem, GMC, the GMC Emblem,and the name ACADIA, areregistered trademarks of GeneralMotors Corporation.This manual includes

Why Safety Belts WorkWhen you ride in or on anything,you go as fast as it goes.Take the simplest vehicle. Supposeit is just a seat on wheels.Put someo

The vehicle may have one of theseradios as its audio system.Radios with CD and DVDRadios with CD and DVD have aBose®Surround Sound System.Some of its

Playing the RadioO (Power/Volume): Press to turnthe system on and off. Turn toincrease or decrease the volume.For vehicles with a RearEntertainment Sy

Finding a StationBAND: Press to switch betweenAM, FM, or XM. The selectiondisplays.f (Tune): Turn to select radiostations.©SEEK ¨: Press to go to thep

To setup the number of favoritespages:1. Press MENU to display the radiosetup menu.2. Press the pushbutton locatedbelow the FAV 1-6 label.3. Select th

To quickly adjust bass, midrange,or treble to the middle position,press the pushbutton positionedunder the BASS, MID, or TREBlabel for more than two s

Finding a Category (CAT)StationCAT (Category): The CAT button isused to find XM™ stations when theradio is in the XM mode. To find XMchannels within a d

Radio MessagesCalibration Error: The audiosystem has been calibrated for thevehicle from the factory. If CalibrationError displays, it means that the

The CD is controlled by the buttonson the radio faceplate or by the RSAunit. See Rear Seat Audio (RSA) onpage 3-125 for more information.The DVD/CD de

Care of the CD and DVD PlayerDo not add any label to a CD,it could get caught in the CD orDVD player. If a CD is recordedon a personal computer anda d

\ FWD (Fast Forward): Pressand hold to advance playbackquickly within a track. Sound willbe heard at a reduced volume.Release to resume playing thetra

The person keeps going untilstopped by something. In a realvehicle, it could be the windshield...or the instrument panel... or the safety belts!With s

Radios with CD and DVDAudio OutputOnly one audio source can beheard through the speakers at onetime. An audio source is definedas DVD slot, CD slot, XM

Player Error: There are disc LOADor disc EJECT problems.• It is very hot. When thetemperature returns to normal,the CD should play.• The road is very

s REV (Fast Reverse): Pressto quickly reverse the DVD atfive times the normal speed.The radio displays the elapsedtime while in fast reverse. To stopfa

c (Stop): Press to stop playing,rewinding, or fast forwarding a DVD.r (Enter): Press to select thechoices that are highlighted inany menu.y (Menu): Pr

Inserting a DiscTo play a disc, gently insert thedisc, with the label side up, into theloading slot. The DVD player mightnot accept some paper labeled

DVD Radio Error MessagesPlayer Error: This messagedisplays when there are disc loador eject problems.Disc Format Error: This messagedisplays, if the d

DVD/CD AUX (Auxiliary): Pressto select between DVD, CD, orAuxiliary.• If an auxiliary input device is notconnected, “No Aux Input Device”displays.• Wh

Compressed AudioThe radio also plays discs thatcontain both uncompressed CDaudio (.CDA files) and MP3/WMAfiles. The radio plays both file formatsin the o

Root DirectoryThe root directory of the CD-Ror CD-RW is treated as a folder.If the root directory has compressedaudio files, the directory displaysas t

File System and NamingThe song name that displays is thesong name that is contained in theID3 tag. If the song name is notpresent in the ID3 tag, then

Questions and Answers AboutSafety BeltsQ:Will I be trapped in the vehicleafter a crash if I am wearing asafety belt?A: You could be — whether you arew

RDM (Random): With the randomsetting, MP3/WMA files on the CD-Ror CD-RW can be listened to inrandom, rather than sequential order.To play MP3/WMA files

Using an MP3 (Radiowith CD and DVD Player)MP3/WMA CD-R orCD-RW DiscCompressed Audio or MixedMode DiscsThe radio also plays discs thatcontain both unco

Root DirectoryThe root directory of the CD-R orCD-RW disc is treated as a folder.If the root directory has compressedaudio files, the directory is disp

File System and NamingThe song name that is displayed isthe song name that is contained inthe ID3 tag. If the song name is notpresent in the ID3 tag,

Z DVD (Eject): Press and releasethis button to eject the CD-R orCD-RW that is currently playingin the top slot. A beep soundsand Ejecting Disc display

h (Music Navigator): Use themusic navigator feature to playMP3/WMA files on the CD-R orCD-RW in order by artist or album.Press the pushbutton located b

If a disc is in both the DVD slot andthe CD slot the DVD/CD AUX buttoncycles between the two sources anddoes not indicate “No Aux InputDevice”. If a f

No CAT Info: No categoryinformation is available at this timeon this channel. The system isworking properly.No Information: No text orinformational me

Voice RecognitionThe Bluetooth system uses voicerecognition to interpret voicecommands to dial phone numbersand name tags.Noise: Keep interior noise l

PairingA Bluetooth enabled cell phone mustbe paired to the in-vehicle Bluetoothsystem first and then connected tothe vehicle before it can be used.See

How to Wear Safety BeltsProperlyThis section is only for people ofadult size.Be aware that there are specialthings to know about safety belts andchild

Listing All Paired and ConnectedPhones1. Press and holdb g fortwo seconds. The systemresponds with “Ready” followedby a tone.2. Say “Bluetooth”. The s

Using the Store CommandThe store command allows a phonenumber to be stored withoutentering the digits individually.1. Press and holdb g fortwo seconds

4. After the complete numberhas been entered, say “Store”.The system responds with“Please say the name tag”followed by a tone.5. Say a name tag for th

Using the Delete All Name TagsCommandThe delete all name tags commanddeletes all stored phone book nametags and route name tags for OnStar(if present)

4. Continue entering digits until thenumber to be dialed is complete.After the whole number has beenentered, say “Dial”. The systemresponds with “OK,

Call WaitingCall waiting must be supported onthe Bluetooth phone and enabled bythe wireless service carrier to work.• Press b g to answer anincoming c

Transferring a CallAudio can be transferred betweenthe in-vehicle Bluetooth systemand the cell phone.To Transfer Audio to theCell PhoneDuring a call w

Dual Tone Multi-Frequency(DTMF) TonesThe in-vehicle Bluetooth system cansend numbers and numbers storedas name tags during a call. This isused when ca

Clearing the SystemUnless information is deleted outof the in-vehicle Bluetooth system,it will be retained indefinitely.This includes all saved name ta

In severe or extreme weatherconditions the RSE system mightor might not work until thetemperature is within the operatingrange. The operating range fo

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is too loose.It will not give as muchprotection this way.{ CAUTIONYou can be seriously hurt if yoursho

For optimal audio performance,the headphones must be worncorrectly. Headphones should beworn with the headband over the topof the head for best audio

The A/V jacks are color coded tomatch typical home entertainmentsystem equipment. The yellowjack (A) is for the video input.The white jack (B) is for

Video ScreenThe video screen is located inthe overhead console. When thevideo screen is not in use, push itup into its locked position.To use the vide

Remote Control ButtonsO (Power): Press to turn the videoscreen on and off.P (Illumination): Press to turnthe remote control backlight on.The backlight

Depending on the radio, performreverse slow play by pressingsthen r. To cancel slow play mode,presss again.t (Previous Track/Chapter): Pressto return

Battery ReplacementTo change the remote controlbatteries:1. Slide the rear cover back, on theremote control.2. Replace the two batteries in thecompart

Problem Recommended ActionSometimes the wireless headphoneaudio cuts out or buzzes.Check for obstructions, lowbatteries, reception range, andinterfere

Rear Seat Audio (RSA)For vehicles with Rear SeatAudio (RSA), rear seat passengerscan listen to and control any of themusic sources: radio, CDs, DVDs,o

P (Power): Press to turn the RSAon or off.Volume: Turn to increase or todecrease the volume of the wiredheadphones. The left knob controlsthe left hea

When a disc is playing in the CD orDVD changer, press PROG to selectthe next disc, if multiple discs areloaded. This function is inactive,with some ra

{ CAUTIONYou can be seriously hurt if yourlap belt is too loose. In a crash,you could slide under the lap beltand apply force on your abdomen.This cou

Audio Steering WheelControlsVehicles with audio steering wheelcontrols could differ depending onthe vehicle’s options. Some audiocontrols can be adjus

AMThe range for most AM stations isgreater than for FM, especially atnight. The longer range can causestation frequencies to interferewith each other.

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Driving YourVehicleYour Driving, the Road, andthe VehicleDriving for Better FuelEconomy...4-1Defensive Driving...

• Keep vehicle tires properlyinflated.• Combine several trips into asingle trip.• Replace the vehicle’s tires withthe same TPC Spec numbermolded into t

Police records show thatalmost 40 percent of all motorvehicle-related deaths involvealcohol. In most cases, these deathsare the result of someone who

And, of course, actual stoppingdistances vary greatly with thesurface of the road, whether it ispavement or gravel; the condition ofthe road, whether

As the brakes are applied, thecomputer keeps receiving updateson wheel speed and controls brakingpressure accordingly.Remember: ABS does not changethe

If the system fails to turn on oractivate, the StabiliTrak light alongwith one of the following messageswill be displayed on the DriverInformation Cen

Traction Control OperationThe traction control system ispart of the StabiliTrak system.Traction control limits wheel spinby reducing engine power to t

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The belt is over an armrest.{ CAUTIONYou can be seriously injured ifyour belt goes over an armrestlike this. The belt wo

To restore the AWD operation andprevent excessive wear on theAWD system, replace the compactspare with a full-size tire assoon as possible. See Compac

An emergency like this requiresclose attention and a quick decision.If holding the steering wheel at therecommended 9 and 3 o’clockpositions, it can b

Loss of ControlLet us review what driving expertssay about what happens whenthe three control systems — brakes,steering, and acceleration — donot have

Driving at NightNight driving is more dangerous thanday driving because some driversare likely to be impaired — by alcoholor drugs, with night vision

HydroplaningHydroplaning is dangerous.Water can build up under yourvehicle’s tires so they actually rideon the water. This can happen if theroad is we

Hill and Mountain RoadsDriving on steep hills or throughmountains is different than drivingon flat or rolling terrain. Tips fordriving in these conditi

The StabiliTrak®System onpage 4-5 improves the ability toaccelerate on slippery roads,but slow down and adjust yourdriving to the road conditions.When

CAUTION (Continued)For more information aboutcarbon monoxide, see EngineExhaust on page 2-30.Snow can trap exhaust gasesunder your vehicle. This canca

Rocking Your Vehicle toGet It OutTurn the steering wheel left andright to clear the area aroundthe front wheels. Turn off anytraction or stability sys

With the driver’s door open,you will find the label attachedbelow the door lock post(striker). The tire and loadinginformation label shows thenumber of

{ CAUTIONYou can be seriously injured if youwear the shoulder belt under yourarm. In a crash, your body wouldmove too far forward, which wouldincrease

A. Vehicle Capacity Weight forExample 1 = 1,000 lbs(453 kg).B. Subtract Occupant Weight150 lbs (68 kg) × 2 = 300 lbs(136 kg).C. Available Occupant and

Refer to your vehicle’s tire andloading information label forspecific information aboutyour vehicle’s capacityweight and seating positions.The combined

If you put things inside yourvehicle — like suitcases, tools,packages, or anything else, theywill go as fast as the vehiclegoes. If you have to stop o

Recreational VehicleTowingRecreational vehicle towingmeans towing the vehicle behindanother vehicle – such as behinda motorhome. The two mostcommon ty

For vehicles being dinghy towed,the vehicle should be run atthe beginning of each day and ateach RV fuel stop for aboutfive minutes. This will ensurepr

Dolly Towing(All-Wheel-Drive Vehicles)All-wheel-drive vehicles must notbe towed with two wheels onthe ground. To properly tow thesevehicles, they shou

Towing the Vehicle Fromthe RearNotice: Towing the vehicle fromthe rear could damage it. Also,repairs would not be covered bythe vehicle warranty. Neve

Trailering is different than just drivingthe vehicle by itself. Trailering meanschanges in handling, acceleration,braking, durability and fuel economy

Weight of the TrailerHow heavy can a trailer safely be?It depends on how the rig isused. For example, speed, altitude,road grades, outside temperature

weight the vehicle can tow. If towinga trailer, the tongue load must beadded to the GVW because thevehicle will be carrying that weight,too. See Loadi

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The belt is twisted acrossthe body.{ CAUTIONYou can be seriously injured by atwisted belt. In a crash, you wouldnot have

If the vehicle has many options andthere is a front seat passenger andtwo rear seat passengers with someluggage and gear in the vehicle aswell. 300 lb

• Will any holes be made in thebody of the vehicle when thetrailer hitch is installed? If thereare, then be sure to seal theholes later when the hitch

PassingMore passing distance is neededwhen towing a trailer. Becausethe rig is longer, it is necessary togo much farther beyond thepassed vehicle befo

Tow/Haul ModeTow/Haul is a feature that assistswhen pulling a heavy trailer ora large or heavy load. The purposeof the Tow/Haul mode is to:• Reduce th

Parking on Hills{ CAUTIONParking the vehicle on a hill withthe trailer attached can bedangerous. If something goeswrong, the rig could start to move.P

The harness connector can beplugged into a seven-pin universalheavy-duty trailer connectoravailable through yourdealer/retailer.The seven-wire harness

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Service andAppearance CareServiceService...5-3Accessories andModifications...5-3California Proposition

When It Is Time forNew Tires...5-51Buying New Tires...5-52Different Size Tires andWheels...

ServiceFor service and parts needs, visityour dealer/retailer. You will receivegenuine GM parts and GM-trainedand supported service people.Genuine GM

3. Push the latch plate into thebuckle until it clicks.4. Pull up on the latch plate tomake sure it is secure. If the beltis not long enough, see Safe

California Proposition 65WarningMost motor vehicles, including thisone, contain and/or emit chemicalsknown to the State of Californiato cause cancer a

Adding Equipment to theOutside of the VehicleThings added to the outside of thevehicle can affect the airflowaround it. This can cause windnoise and ca

California FuelIf the vehicle is certified to meetCalifornia Emissions Standards,it is designed to operate on fuelsthat meet California specifications.S

We recommend that you use thesegasolines, if they comply with thespecifications described earlier.However, E85 (85% ethanol) andother fuels containing

Filling the Tank{ CAUTIONFuel vapor burns violently and afuel fire can cause bad injuries.To help avoid injuries to you andothers, read and follow all

{ CAUTIONFuel can spray out on you if youopen the fuel cap too quickly.If you spill fuel and thensomething ignites it, you could bebadly burned. This

Filling a Portable FuelContainer{ CAUTIONNever fill a portable fuel containerwhile it is in the vehicle. Staticelectricity discharge from thecontainer

Hood ReleaseTo open the hood, do the following:1. Pull the hood release handle withthis symbol on it. It is locatedunder the instrument panelon the dr

Engine Compartment OverviewWhen you lift the hood, here is what you will see:5-12 Service and Appearance Care

A. Radiator Pressure Cap. SeeCooling System on page 5-19.B. Engine Coolant Recovery Cap.See Cooling System onpage 5-19.C. Remote Negative (−) Terminal

IndexTo quickly locate information aboutthe vehicle, use the index in the backof the manual. It is an alphabeticallist of what is in the manual and th

Shoulder Belt Height AdjusterThe vehicle has a shoulder beltheight adjuster for the driverand right front passenger seatingpositions.Adjust the height

When to Add Engine OilIf the oil is below the cross-hatchedarea at the tip of the dipstick,add at least one quart/liter of therecommended oil. This se

• GM6094MUse only an oil that meetsGM Standard GM6094M.• SAE 5W-30SAE 5W-30 is best for thevehicle. These numbers on anoil container show its viscosit

When the system has calculatedthat oil life has been diminished, itindicates that an oil change isnecessary. A CHANGE ENGINE OILSOON message comes on.

What to Do with Used OilUsed engine oil contains certainelements that can be unhealthy foryour skin and could even causecancer. Do not let used oil st

How to Inspect the EngineAir Cleaner/FilterTo inspect the air cleaner/filter,remove the filter from the vehicle andlightly shake the filter (away fromveh

The transmission fluid will notreach the end of the dipstick unlessthe transmission is at operatingtemperature. If you need to check thetransmission flu

What to Use{ CAUTIONAdding only plain water to thecooling system can be dangerous.Plain water, or some other liquidsuch as alcohol, can boil beforethe

The coolant recovery tank cap hasthis symbol on it.When the engine is cold, the coolantlevel should be at or above theFULL COLD line marked on thereco

How to Add Coolant to theRadiator{ CAUTIONAn electric engine cooling fanunder the hood can start up evenwhen the engine is not runningand can cause in

6. Fill the coolant recovery tank tothe FULL COLD mark.7. Reinstall the cap on the coolantrecovery tank but leave theradiator pressure cap off.8. Star

Pretensioners work only once. If thepretensioners activate in a crash,they will need to be replaced,and probably other new parts for thevehicle’s safe

Engine OverheatingThe vehicle has several indicatorsto warn of engine overheating.There is an engine coolanttemperature gage on the instrumentpanel cl

If No Steam Is Coming FromThe Engine CompartmentIf an engine overheat warning isdisplayed but no steam can be seenor heard, the problem may not be too

Power Steering FluidThe power steering fluid reservoiris located toward the front of theengine compartment on thepassenger side of the vehicle. SeeEngi

Adding Washer FluidWhen the windshield washer fluidreservoir is low, a WASHER FLUIDLOW ADD FLUID message will bedisplayed on the Driver InformationCent

There are only two reasons why thebrake fluid level in the reservoirmight go down:• The brake fluid level goes downbecause of normal brake liningwear. W

Brake WearThis vehicle has disc brakes.Disc brake pads have built-in wearindicators that make a high-pitchedwarning sound when the brake padsare worn

BatteryThis vehicle has a maintenance freebattery. When it is time for a newbattery, see your dealer/retailer forone that has the replacementnumber sh

Notice: Ignoring these stepscould result in costly damage tothe vehicle that would not becovered by the warranty.Trying to start the vehicle bypushing

4. Open the hoods and locate thepositive (+) and negative (−)terminal locations on the othervehicle. Your vehicle has aremote positive (+) and aremote

6. Connect the red positive (+)cable to the positive (+) terminalof the dead battery.Use a remote positive (+)terminal if the vehicle has one.7. Do no

2. Place the guide over the belt andinsert the two edges of the beltinto the slots of the guide.3. Be sure that the belt is nottwisted and it lies flat

10. Now start the vehicle with thegood battery and run theengine for a while.11. Try to start the vehicle that hadthe dead battery. If it will notstar

All-Wheel DriveIt is recommended that the all-wheeldrive lubricants be checked andfilled by the dealer/retailer.When to Check LubricantRefer to the Mai

License Plate LampTo replace one of these bulbs:1. Remove the two screws holdingeach of the license plate lampsto the liftgate trim.2. Turn and pull t

3. Install the new wiper blade andmake sure the wiper bladelocks into place.For the proper size and type seeMaintenance Replacement Parts onpage 6-14.

Tire Sidewall LabelingUseful information about a tire ismolded into its sidewall. Theexamples below show a typicalpassenger vehicle tire and acompact

(A) Temporary Use Only: Thecompact spare tire or temporaryuse tire has a tread life ofapproximately 3,000 miles(5 000 km) and should not bedriven at s

Tire SizeThe following illustration showsan example of a typicalpassenger vehicle tire size.(A) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire:The United States version of

Bead: The tire bead containssteel wires wrapped by steelcords that hold the tire ontothe rim.Bias Ply Tire: A pneumatictire in which the plies are lai

Maximum Loaded VehicleWeight: The sum of curbweight, accessory weight,vehicle capacity weight, andproduction options weight.Normal Occupant Weight: Th

Vehicle Capacity Weight: Thenumber of designated seatingpositions multiplied by 150 lbs(68 kg) plus the rated cargo load.See Loading the Vehicle onpag

4. Buckle, position, and releasethe safety belt as describedpreviously in this section. Makesure that the shoulder beltcrosses the shoulder.To remove

When to CheckCheck your tires once a monthor more. Do not forget to checkthe compact spare tire, if thevehicle has one. It should be at60 psi (420 kPa

As an added safety feature, yourvehicle has been equipped with a tirepressure monitoring system (TPMS)that illuminates a low tire pressuretelltale whe

Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) andIndustry and Science CanadaThe Tire Pressure Monitor System(TPMS) operates on a radiofrequency and complies

When a low tire pressure condition isdetected, the TPMS illuminates thelow tire pressure warning lightlocated on the instrument panelcluster.At the sa

TPMS Malfunction Light andMessageThe TPMS will not function properlyif one or more of the TPMS sensorsare missing or inoperable. When thesystem detect

The TPMS sensors can also bematched to each tire/wheel positionby increasing or decreasing thetire’s air pressure. If increasing thetire’s air pressur

Tire Inspection andRotationWe recommend that youregularly inspect the vehicle’stires, including the spare tire, ifthe vehicle has one, for signs ofwea

{ CAUTIONRust or dirt on a wheel, or onthe parts to which it isfastened, can make wheelnuts become loose after time.The wheel could come off andcause

With proper care and maintenancetires typically wear out before theydegrade due to age. If you areunsure about the need to replace thetires as they ge

{ CAUTIONIf you use bias-ply tires on thevehicle, the wheel rim flangescould develop cracks aftermany miles of driving. A tireand/or wheel could failsu

Child RestraintsOlder ChildrenOlder children who have outgrownbooster seats should wear thevehicle’s safety belts.The manufacturer’s instructions that

Uniform Tire QualityGradingQuality grades can be foundwhere applicable on the tiresidewall between tread shoulderand maximum section width.For example

Temperature – A, B, CThe temperature grades areA (the highest), B, and C,representing the tire’s resistanceto the generation of heat and itsability to

If you need to replace any of yourwheels, wheel bolts, wheel nuts,or Tire Pressure Monitor System(TPMS) sensors, replace them onlywith new GM original

CAUTION (Continued)To help avoid damage to thevehicle, drive slowly, readjust orremove the device if it iscontacting the vehicle, and do notspin the v

Tire Sealant andCompressor Kit{ CAUTIONIdling a vehicle in an enclosedarea with poor ventilation isdangerous. Engine exhaust mayenter the vehicle. Eng

This vehicle may have one ofthe following tire sealant andcompressor kits. The kit includes:A. Selector Switch (Sealant/Air orAir Only)B. On/Off Butto

Using the Tire Sealantand Compressor Kit toTemporarily Seal and Inflatea Punctured TireFollow the directions closely forcorrect sealant usage.When usin

2. Unwrap the sealant/air hose (F)and the power plug (H).3. Place the kit on the ground.Make sure the tire valvestem is positioned close to theground

Notice: If the recommendedpressure cannot be reached afterapproximately 25 minutes, thevehicle should not be drivenfarther. The tire is too severelyda

If the tire pressure has notdropped more than 10 psi(68 kPa) from the recommendedinflation pressure, inflate thetire to the recommendedinflation pressure

In a crash, children who are notbuckled up can strike other peoplewho are buckled up, or can bethrown out of the vehicle. Olderchildren need to use sa

Always do a safety check first. SeeIf a Tire Goes Flat on page 5-57.1. Remove the tire sealant andcompressor kit from its storagelocation. See Tire Sea

If you inflate the tire higher thanthe recommended pressure youcan adjust the excess pressureby pressing the pressuredeflation button (D), if equipped,u

Tire Sealant andCompressor Kit StorageThe tire sealant and compressorkit is located in the storagecompartment on the driver side,at the rear of the ve

When the vehicle has a flat tire (B),use the following example as aguide to assist you in the placementof wheel blocks (A).A. Wheel BlockB. Flat TireTh

Removing the Spare TireThe compact spare tire is locatedunder the vehicle, in front of the rearbumper. See Compact Spare Tireon page 5-79 for more inf

6. Turn the wrench clockwise toraise the cable back up afterremoving the spare tire.Do not store a full-size or a flatroad tire under the vehicle.See S

Removing the Flat Tireand Installing theSpare Tire1. Do a safety check beforeproceeding. See Changing aFlat Tire on page 5-66 for moreinformation.2. I

Notice: If a jack is used to raisethe vehicle without positioning itcorrectly, the vehicle could bedamaged. When raising thevehicle on a jack, avoid c

9. Remove the plastic spare tireheat shield by pulling therubber latch. Store the plasticspare tire heat shield. SeeStoring a Flat or Spare Tire andTo

13. Lower the vehicle byattaching the lug wrench to thejack and turning the wrenchcounterclockwise. Lower thejack completely.{ CAUTIONWheel nuts that

Infants and YoungChildrenEveryone in a vehicle needsprotection! This includes infants andall other children. Neither thedistance traveled nor the age

Secondary Latch SystemThis vehicle has an underbodymounted tire hoist assembly thathas a secondary latch system. It isdesigned to stop the compact spa

5. Turn the lug wrench clockwise toraise the jack until it lifts thesecondary latch spring.6. Keep raising the jack until thespare tire stops moving u

Storing a Flat or SpareTire and ToolsStoring the Spare Tire{ CAUTIONThe underbody-mounted sparetire needs to be stored with thevalve stem pointing dow

6. Make sure the tire is storedsecurely. Push, pull (A), and thentry to turn (B) the tire. If the tiremoves, use the lug wrench totighten the cable.St

8. Make sure the metal tube iscentered at the striker. Pushthe tube toward the front of thevehicle.9. Close the liftgate and make sureit is latched pr

Compact Spare Tire{ CAUTIONDriving with more than onecompact spare tire at a time couldresult in loss of braking andhandling. This could lead to acras

Appearance CareInterior CleaningThe vehicle’s interior will continueto look its best if it is cleaned often.Although not always visible, dustand dirt

• Laundry detergents ordishwashing soaps withdegreasers can leave residuethat streaks and attracts dirt.For liquid cleaners, about20 drops per gallon

LeatherA soft cloth dampened withwater can be used to remove dust.If a more thorough cleaning isnecessary, a soft cloth dampenedwith a mild soap solut

WeatherstripsSilicone grease on weatherstrips willmake them last longer, seal better,and not stick or squeak. Applysilicone grease with a clean cloth.

{ CAUTIONNever do this.Children who are up against, orvery close to, any airbag when itinflates can be seriously injured orkilled. Never put a rear-fac

Finish CareOccasional waxing or mild polishingof the vehicle by hand may benecessary to remove residue fromthe paint finish. Approved cleaningproducts

Aluminum orChrome-Plated Wheelsand TrimThe vehicle may have eitheraluminum or chrome-plated wheels.Keep the wheels clean using a softclean cloth with

Sheet Metal DamageIf the vehicle is damaged andrequires sheet metal repair orreplacement, make sure the bodyrepair shop applies anti-corrosionmaterial

Vehicle IdentificationVehicle IdentificationNumber (VIN)This is the legal identifier for thevehicle. It appears on a plate in thefront corner of the inst

Add-On ElectricalEquipmentNotice: Do not add anythingelectrical to the vehicle unless youcheck with your dealer/retailerfirst. Some electrical equipmen

Fuses UsageAIRBAG AirbagAMP AmplifierBCK/UP/STOPBack-upLamp/StoplampBCMBody ControlModuleCNSTR/VENTCanister VentCTSY CourtesyDR/LCK Door LocksDRLDaytim

Relays UsageLT/PWR/SEATDriver Side PowerSeat RelayRT/PWR/SEATPassenger SidePower Seat RelayRelays UsagePWR/WNDWPower WindowsRelayPWR/COLUMNPower Steer

Fuses UsageA/CCLUTCHAir ConditioningClutchABS MTRAntilock BrakingSystem (ABS) MotorAFSAdaptive ForwardLighting SystemFuses UsageAIRBAG Airbag SystemAU

Fuses UsageHTD MIRHeated OutsideRearview MirrorHVACBLWRHeating, Ventilationand Air ConditioningBlowerLT HIBEAMLeft High-BeamHeadlampLT LOBEAMLeft Low-

Relays UsageFAN 3 Cooling Fan 3FOG LAMP Fog LampsHI BEAMHigh-BeamHeadlampsHID/LOBEAMHigh IntensityDischarge (HID)Low-BeamHeadlampsHORN HornIGN Ignitio

Q: What are the different types ofadd-on child restraints?A: Add-on child restraints, which arepurchased by the vehicle’sowner, are available in four

Capacities and SpecificationsThe following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See Recommended Fluids andLubricants on

MaintenanceScheduleMaintenance ScheduleIntroduction...6-1Maintenance Requirements...6-1Your Vehicle and theEnvironment...

To help protect the environment, andto keep the vehicle in good condition,be sure to maintain the vehicleproperly.Using the MaintenanceScheduleWe want

To purchase service information,see Service Publications OrderingInformation on page 7-15.Owner Checks and Services onpage 6-9 tells what should beche

Maintenance I —UseMaintenance I if the CHANGEENGINE OIL SOON messagedisplays within 10 months sincethe vehicle was purchased orMaintenance II was perf

Scheduled Maintenance (cont’d)Service Maintenance I Maintenance IIInspect brake system. See footnote (a). ••Check engine coolant and windshield washer

Additional Required ServicesThe following services should be performed at the first maintenance service (I or II) after the indicated miles(kilometers)

Additional Required Services (cont’d)Service and Miles (Kilometers)25,000(40 000)50,000(80 000)75,000(120 000)100,000(160 000)125,000(200 000)150,000(

(e) Make sure the safety beltreminder light and safety beltassemblies are working properly.Look for any other loose or damagedsafety belt system parts

Owner Checks andServicesThese owner checks and servicesshould be performed at the intervalsspecified to help ensure vehiclesafety, dependability, and e

Child Restraint SystemsA rear-facing infant seat (A) providesrestraint with the seating surfaceagainst the back of the infant.The harness system holds

At Least Once a YearStarter Switch Check{ CAUTIONWhen you are doing thisinspection, the vehicle could movesuddenly. If the vehicle moves,you or others

Parking Brake and AutomaticTransmission P (Park)Mechanism Check{ CAUTIONWhen you are doing this check,the vehicle could begin to move.You or others co

Recommended Fluids and LubricantsFluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from yourdealer/retailer.

Usage Fluid/LubricantKey Lock CylindersMulti-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241,in Canada 10953474).Carrier Assembly — Differenti

Maintenance Replacement PartsReplacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer/retailer.Part GM

Engine Drive BeltRouting3.6L V6 EngineMaintenance Schedule 6-15

Maintenance RecordAfter the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and thetype of services pe

Maintenance Record (cont’d)DateOdometerReadingServiced ByMaintenance I orMaintenance IIServices PerformedMaintenance Schedule 6-17

Maintenance Record (cont’d)DateOdometerReadingServiced ByMaintenance I orMaintenance IIServices Performed6-18 Maintenance Schedule

CustomerAssistanceInformationCustomer Assistance andInformationCustomer SatisfactionProcedure...7-1Online Owner Center...

Vehicle Symbol ChartHere are some additional symbolsthat may be found on the vehicleand what they mean. For moreinformation on the symbol, refer tothe

Securing an Add-On ChildRestraint in the Vehicle{ CAUTIONA child can be seriously injured orkilled in a crash if the child restraintis not properly se

STEP TWO: If after contacting amember of dealership management,it appears your concern cannot beresolved by the dealership withoutfurther help, in the

STEP THREE — CanadianOwners: In the event that you donot feel your concerns have beenaddressed after following theprocedure outlined in Steps Oneand T

Other Helpful Links:GMC — www.gmc.comGMC Merchandise —www.gmccollection.comHelp Center —www.gmc.com/helpcenter• FAQ• Contact UsMy GM Canada(Canada) —

Customer AssistanceOfficesGMC encourages customers to callthe toll-free number for assistance.However, if a customer wishesto write or e-mail GMC, the

The offer is available for a verylimited period of time from the dateof vehicle purchase/lease. For moredetails, or to determine your vehicle’seligibi

Services Provided• Emergency Fuel Delivery:Delivery of enough fuel for thevehicle to get to the nearestservice station.• Lock-Out Service: Service isp

Services Specific to CanadianPurchased Vehicles•Fuel delivery: Reimbursementis approximately $5 Canadian.Diesel fuel delivery may berestricted. Propane

Courtesy TransportationTo enhance your ownershipexperience, we and our participatingdealers are proud to offer CourtesyTransportation, a customer supp

Courtesy Rental VehicleYour dealer may arrange to provideyou with a courtesy rental vehicle orreimburse you for a rental vehiclethat you obtain if you

Recycled original equipment partsmay also be used for repair. Theseparts are typically removed fromvehicles that were total losses inprior crashes. In

We recommend that children andchild restraints be secured in a rearseat, including: an infant or a childriding in a rear-facing child restraint;a chil

If a Crash OccursHere is what to do if you areinvolved in a crash.• Check to make sure that you areall right. If you are uninjured,make sure that no o

• Choose a reputable collisionrepair facility for your vehicle.Whether you select a dealer/retailer or a private collision repairfacility to fix the da

Reporting SafetyDefectsReporting Safety Defectsto the United StatesGovernmentIf you believe that your vehiclehas a defect which could cause acrash or

Service PublicationsOrdering InformationService ManualsService Manuals have the diagnosisand repair information on engines,transmission, axle suspensi

Vehicle DataRecording andPrivacyYour GM vehicle has a number ofsophisticated computers that recordinformation about the vehicle’sperformance and how i

GM will not access this data orshare it with others except: withthe consent of the vehicle owner or,if the vehicle is leased, with theconsent of the l

✍ NOTES7-18 Customer Assistance Information

AAccessories andModifications ... 5-3Accessory Power ... 2-21Accessory Power Outlets ... 3-20Adding Equipment to Yo

BBattery ... 5-30Electric PowerManagement ... 3-15Run-Down Protection ... 3-16Belt Routing, Engine ...

CleaningAluminum or Chrome-PlatedWheels ... 5-85Exterior Lamps/Lenses ... 5-83Fabric/Carpet ... 5-81Finish Car

Lower Anchors andTethers for Children(LATCH)The LATCH system holds a childrestraint during driving or in a crash.This system is designed to makeinstal

Drive SystemsAll-Wheel Drive ... 5-35DriverSeat Height Adjuster ... 1-3Driver InformationCenter (DIC) ... 3-47DI

FFilterEngine Air Cleaner ... 5-17Finish Damage ... 5-86Flashers, Hazard Warning ... 3-5Flash-to-Pass ...

HoodChecking Things Under ... 5-10Release ... 5-11Horn ... 3-5How to Wear Safety BeltsProper

Lower Anchors and Tethersfor Children ... 1-38Luggage Carrier ... 2-51LumbarManual Controls ... 1-4Po

PPaint, Damage ... 5-86Parade Dimming ... 3-15ParkShifting Into ... 2-28Shifting Out of ...

Rear Seat Armrest ... 2-52Rear Seat Audio (RSA)System ... 3-125Rear Seat EntertainmentSystem ...

SeatsDriver Seat HeightAdjuster ... 1-3Head Restraints ... 1-2Heated and Cooled Seats ... 1-6Heated Seats ...

TTachometer ... 3-35Telescopic Wheel ... 3-6Text Telephone (TTY) Users ... 7-4Theft-Deterrent Feature ... 3

VVehicleControl ... 4-3Loading ... 4-16Running While Parked ... 2-30Symbols ...

Overview... 1-1Overview... 1-2Features and Control

Top Tether AnchorA top tether (A, C) anchors thetop of the child restraint to thevehicle. A top tether anchor is builtinto the vehicle. The top tether

GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem,CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem, BUICK, theBUICK Emblem, GMC and the GMC Truck Emblem,PONTIAC, the PONTIAC Emblem, a

SATURN, the SATURN Emblem and the name VUE andVUE Two-Mode Hybrid are registered trademarks; thename OUTLOOK is a trademark of Saturn Corporation.DTS

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Overview ...1-2Navigation System Overview ...1-2Getting Started ...

OverviewNavigation System OverviewScreen shown with Map Disc Inserted1-2

A. Map DVD Slot. See “Installing the Map DVD” underMaps on page 2-4 for more information.B. FULL MAP Touch Screen Button. See “NAV” under“Hard Keys” u

U. ¨ SEEK Key (Next). See Navigation Audio Systemon page 3-2 for more information.V.© SEEK Key (Previous). See Navigation AudioSystem on page 3-2 for

{ CAUTION:Avoid looking too long or too often at the movingmap on the navigation screen. This could cause acrash and you or others can be injured or k

After you acknowledge the start up information you willbe able to access the NAV (navigation) and DEST(destination) functions. Once accessed, you can

Limit Features While DrivingThe navigation system may have this feature.Touch the Limit Features While Driving screen button toturn on and off the abi

i (Top Tether Anchor): Seatingpositions with top tether anchors.j (Lower Anchor): Seating positionswith two lower anchors.i (Top Tether Anchor): Seati

Entering a Destination by UsingAddress, Point of Interest, PreviousDestination, or the Map Method andStoring Preset DestinationsEntering an AddressTo

10. Once a street has been selected, select theHouse # screen button to enter the house number.The system displays the house number rangethat is avail

10. Select the route preference (Fastest, Shortest, orOther). The system calculates and highlightsthe route.11. Select the Start Guidance screen butto

6. Select the Map screen button after entering thedestination.7. Select the Mark screen button from the map. Theaddress book screen appears. Five pres

7. Select the route preference (Fastest, Shortest, orOther). The system calculates and highlights theroute.8. Select the Start Guidance screen button.

Features and Controls ...2-2Using the Navigation System ...2-2Maps ...

Features and ControlsUsing the Navigation SystemThis section includes basic information to operate thenavigation system.Use the hard keys and the touc

FAV (Favorite): Press to access the preset stations.See “Storing Radio Station Presets” under NavigationAudio System on page 3-2 for more information.

MapsThis section includes basic information about the mapdatabase.Map CoverageThe maps are stored on a DVD. The United States,Canada, Puerto Rico, and

Ejecting the DVD Map DiscThe navigation portion of the system cannot be used ifthe DVD map disc is not loaded.1. Press the MENU key to enter the Menu

The top tether anchors are locatedat the bottom rear of the seatbackfor each seating position in thesecond row. Open the coverto access the anchors. B

Map AdjustmentsThe scale of view on the map can be adjusted. Whiledriving, the map scrolls automatically based on thedirection of travel.Map Scales0/

SymbolsThe following symbols are the most common symbolsthat appear on a map screen.The vehicle is shown asthis symbol. It indicates thecurrent positi

The distance and time todestination symbolindicates the distance andthe estimated timeremaining to the finaldestination, depending onthe option selecte

The No GPS symbolappears when the vehicleis acquiring or notreceiving a GlobalPositioning System (GPS)satellite signal.See Global Positioning System (

1. Select one of the POI categories to display or todelete POI icons from the map screen. Once acategory has been selected the POI icon displaysat the

4. Select a POI name to receive information about thePOI. From this screen select: Address Book, Go,Map, or Call (if the OnStar®account is active and

When you are approximately 1/4 mi (400 m) from thenext maneuver in city driving, the screen displaysthe name and a detailed view of the next maneuver.

Dual ModeThis dual screen symboldisplays when the screenis in dual mode.Dual mode displays the route (map) on half of thescreen and a maneuver or turn

Address Entry2 Address Entry: Enter an address by providingthe system with a city name or a street name.Enter the city name first:1. Press the DEST har

8. Once a street has been selected, select theHouse # screen button to enter the house number.The system displays the house number rangethat is availa

Securing a Child RestraintDesigned for the LATCH System{ CAUTIONIf a LATCH-type child restraint isnot attached to anchors, the childrestraint will not

11. Select the Start Guidance screen button. The routecan now be started.See “Getting Started on Your Route” later in thissection for more information

Point of Interest (POI)The Point of Interest (POI) destination entry method letsyou select a destination from the POI list.i Point of Interest: Select

To use the point of interest destination entry method byselecting a category:1. Press the DEST hard key.2. Select thei Point of Interest screen button

To use the address book entry method:1. Press the DEST hard key.2. Select theg Address Book screen button.A list of your address book addresses displa

Using Destination DownloadIf the map disc is not installed and the radio receives adestination download, a message displays showingthat the map disc i

Route Guidance Not ActiveIf an OnStar destination is downloaded while routeguidance is not active, the navigation system displays apop-up screen and d

Map Destination Screen FunctionsIf the map screen is used to show destination, it hasmap screen capabilities such as Go, Mark, Zoom, Scroll,etc. The a

Turn ListTurn List: Select to view the list of turn maneuvers forthe entire route and to avoid turns on the route.r / q (Scroll Arrows): Select the up

r / [ (Fast Forward Scroll): Select to scroll to thenext stopover or to the final destination. Theu buttonchanges to a fast speed fast forward.u (Fast

To add a stopover:1. Press the DEST hard key.2. Select the Add or Add Stopover screen button. Thisbutton only appears if a route has been calculated.3

1.2. Recline the seatback to thefull reclined position.Make sure the second rowbench seatbacks are alignedat the same angle beforeplacing the child re

Adding Destinations to theAddress BookThere are two ways to add a destination to theaddress book:• To add the current final destination to the addressb

Configure MenuPress the MENU hard key to adjust several of thesystem’s features and preferences. The last selectedmenu screen is the screen that displa

XM NavTraffic™ (USA and Canada)Your vehicle’s navigation system may have an XMNavTraffic receiver. XM NavTraffic is a subscriptionservice provided via

XM NavTraffic currently broadcasts the traffic informationfor many markets nationally, and the service may beavailable in more cities in the future. V

Condition Traffic Status IconTraffic events are in thearea, but none are onroute.Traffic events are on route.Locations and Information of TrafficCondi

2. Select a traffic condition to get more detailedinformation of the event.OptionsSelect the Options screen button. A Traffic Optionsmenu displays. Se

• Yellow indicates slightly impaired traffic flow withaverage speed between 25 and 45 mph.• Green indicates normal traffic flow with averagespeed above

NameSelect the Name touch screen button to display trafficevents in the order of distance. The closest eventis shown first.AvoidWhen a route is active,

Traffic Event Display CategoriesThe following are traffic condition categories and symbolsthat can appear on the display:Category 1, Road Closure:q (R

Back, Map, More, and AvoidThese buttons have common functions across all threeDetailed Traffic Event screens.Back: Press to return to the screen used

If the position you are usingdoes not have a headrestor head restraint andyou are using a dual tether,route the tether over theseatback.If the positio

DisplayPress the MENU key to enter the menu options, thenpress the MENU key repeatedly until Display is selected,or select the Display screen button.D

Auto (Automatic): Select this screen button so thesystem can automatically adjust the screen backgrounddepending on exterior lighting conditions.Night

Global Positioning System (GPS)The navigation system determines the position of thevehicle by using satellite signals, various vehicle signals,and map

Vehicle PositioningAt times, the position of the vehicle on the map may beinaccurate due to one or more of the following reasons:• The road system has

Problems with Route GuidanceInappropriate route guidance could occur under one ormore of the following conditions:• You have not turned onto the road

Ordering Map DVDsThe map DVD in the vehicle is the most up-to-dateinformation available when the vehicle was produced.The map DVD is updated periodica

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Navigation Audio System ...3-2CD Player ...3-10DVD Player ...

Navigation Audio SystemNotice: Before adding any sound equipment to thevehicle, such as an audio system, CD player, CBradio, mobile telephone, or two-

Finding a StationThere are three ways to find/change stations:• If viewing a full map screen, use the ¨©SEEKkeys andf knob. Preset stations cannot bech

Securing a ChildRestraint in a Rear SeatPositionWhen securing a child restraint in arear seating position, study theinstructions that came with the ch

Category:1. Select the screen button, located in the middle ofthe screen, to receive a list of all of the selectedband stations in the area.2. Use the

Storing Radio Station PresetsThis feature allows up to 30 preset stations to bestored. You can mix AM, FM, and XM (if equipped).To store presets:1. Pr

Setting the ToneTREBLE: Select and hold the plus (+) or minus (−) signto increase or decrease the treble. If a station is weak ornoisy, decrease the t

Radio MenuPress the MENU key to enter the configure menuscreen, then press it repeatedly until Radio is selected,or select the Radio screen button to m

Automatic Volume ControlAutomatic Volume Control: With automatic volumecontrol, the audio system adjusts automatically to makeup for road and wind noi

Radio Data System (RDS)The audio system has a Radio Data System (RDS). RDSfeatures are available for use only on FM stations thatbroadcast RDS informa

CD PlayerThe player can be used for CDs with conventional CDaudio, MP3, or WMA compressed files and mayhave the capability to play DVD audio and DVD vi

r (Rewind):1. Select and hold to rewind quickly through a trackselection. Sound is heard at a muted or a reducedvolume.2. Release this button to stop

• Create a folder structure that makes it easy to findsongs while driving. Organize songs by albumsusing one folder for each album.• All playlist files

Order of PlayTracks are played in the following order:• The radio does not support playlist files.• Order of play differs depending if the compressedau

Seats andRestraint SystemHead RestraintsHead Restraints...1-2Front SeatsManual Seats...1-3Seat Height Adjuster...

4. Pull the rest of the shoulder beltall the way out of the retractor toset the lock.5. To tighten the belt, push downon the child restraint, pull the

j / r (Pause/Play):1. Select to pause the CD. This button then changesto the play button.2. Select the play button to play the CD.Random:1. Select to

¨SEEK / ©SEEK:1. Press the up arrow to go to the next track.2. Press the down arrow to go to the start of thecurrent track, if more than eight seconds

DVD PlayerThe player can be used for DVD audio and DVD video.With this feature, movies/pictures do not appear on thenavigation screen, unless the vehi

Playing a DVDThere are three ways to play a DVD:• Once a DVD is inserted, the system automaticallystarts play of the DVD up to the DVD top menu.Ther (

j / r (Pause/Play):1. Select to pause the DVD. This button then changesto the play button.2. Select the play button to play the DVD.3. Select this but

Audio:1. Select to display the audio options.2. Select the audio options that best improve soundquality. This is not available on all DVDs or whenthe

Select J to fill the screen on the left and right sides.Select d to fill the screen on the top and bottom.SEEK¨(Next Track/Chapter): Press this hard key

DVD MessagesIf Disc Read Error appears on the display and/or the DVDcomes out, it could be for one of the following reasons:• A disc was inserted with

Auxiliary DevicesThe vehicle may have a Rear Entertainment System(RSE). The RSE has audio adapters that lets youconnect auxiliary devices. The audio c

Voice Recognition ...4-2Section 4 Voice Recognition4-1

Securing a ChildRestraint in the RightFront Seat PositionThe vehicle has airbags. A rearseat is a safer place to secure aforward-facing child restrain

Voice RecognitionThe navigation system’s voice recognition allows forhands-free operation of navigation and audio systemfeatures. Voice recognition ca

Voice Tag CommandsThe following are voice tag commands that can beaccessed by clearly stating the commands exactly asthey are written. There can be up

Radio [select] (channel) XM, radio [select] (channel)satellite: Instructs the system to go to a specificchannel on the XM™ band (if equipped).Radio hel

AAdding Destinations to the Address Book ... 2-26Adding or Changing Preset Destinations ... 2-26Alpha-Numeric Keyboard ...

FFading With a Bose®Surround Sound System(Acadia and Enclave Only) ... 3-20Finding a Station ...

OOnStar®Destination Download ... 2-19OrderingMap DVDs ... 2-41Overview, Navigatio

TTouch-Sensitive Screen Buttons ... 2-3Traffic Options ... 2-27UUsing a Compressed

Do not secure a child seat in aposition without a top tether anchor ifa national or local law requires thatthe top tether be anchored, or if theinstru

5. Pull the rest of the shoulder beltall the way out of the retractor toset the lock.6. To tighten the belt, push downon the child restraint, pull the

Airbag SystemThe vehicle has the followingairbags:• A frontal airbag for the driver.• A frontal airbag for the right frontpassenger.• A seat-mounted s

{ CAUTIONAirbags inflate with great force,faster than the blink of an eye.Anyone who is up against, or veryclose to, any airbag when itinflates can be s

Where Are the Airbags?The driver frontal airbag is in themiddle of the steering wheel.The right front passenger frontalairbag is in the instrument pan

The roof-rail airbags for the driver,right front passenger, passengersbehind the driver and right frontpassenger, and the third rowoutboard passengers

Frontal airbags may inflate atdifferent crash speeds. For example:• If the vehicle hits a stationaryobject, the airbags couldinflate at a different cras

In any particular crash, no one cansay whether an airbag shouldhave inflated simply because of thedamage to a vehicle or becauseof what the repair cost

Head RestraintsThe vehicle’s front seats haveadjustable head restraints in alloutboard seating positions.{ CAUTIONWith head restraints that are notins

Rollover capable roof-rail airbagsare designed to help containthe head and chest of occupants inthe outboard seating positions inthe first, second, and

In many crashes severe enough toinflate the airbag, windshieldsare broken by vehicle deformation.Additional windshield breakagemay also occur from the

We recommend that children besecured in a rear seat, including: aninfant or a child riding in arear-facing child restraint; a childriding in a forward

When the passenger sensingsystem has allowed the airbag to beenabled, the on indicator will lightand stay lit to remind you thatthe airbag is active.F

If the Off Indicator is Lit for anAdult-Size OccupantIf a person of adult-size is sitting inthe right front passenger seat,but the off indicator is li

A wet seat can affect theperformance of the passengersensing system. Here is how:• The passenger sensing systemmay turn off the passenger airbagwhen l

Adding Equipment toYour Airbag-EquippedVehicleQ: Is there anything I might add toor change about the vehiclethat could keep the airbagsfrom working pr

Q: Because I have a disability,I have to get my vehiclemodified. How can I find outwhether this will affect myairbag system?A: If you have questions, ca

Replacing RestraintSystem Parts After aCrash{ CAUTIONA crash can damage therestraint systems in your vehicle.A damaged restraint system maynot properl

Features andControlsKeysKeys...2-2Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)System...2-3Remote Keyless Entr

Front SeatsManual Seats{ CAUTIONYou can lose control of thevehicle if you try to adjust amanual driver’s seat while thevehicle is moving. The suddenmo

Storage AreasGlove Box...2-49Cupholders...2-49Instrument Panel Storage...2-49Center Console Storage...

See your dealer/retailer if areplacement key or additional keyis needed.Notice: If you ever lock yourkeys in the vehicle, you may haveto damage the ve

Remote Keyless Entry(RKE) System OperationThe Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)transmitter functions work up to195 feet (60 m) away from thevehicle.There are

Press and hold L for more thantwo seconds to activate the panicalarm. The parking lamps flash andthe horn sounds repeatedly for30 seconds. The alarm tu

Remote Vehicle StartThis vehicle may have a remotestarting feature that starts the enginefrom outside of the vehicle.If the vehicle has an automaticcl

After entering the vehicle during aremote start, insert and turn the keyto the ON/RUN position to drivethe vehicle.If the vehicle is left running itau

Doors and LocksDoor Locks{ CAUTIONUnlocked doors can be dangerous.• Passengers, especiallychildren, can easily open thedoors and fall out of a movingv

This feature will not operate if thekey is in the ignition.This feature can be programmedby using the Driver InformationCenter (DIC). See “DELAY DOORL

Liftgate{ CAUTIONExhaust gases can enter thevehicle if it is driven with theliftgate, trunk/hatch open, or withany objects that pass through theseal b

Power LiftgatePower Liftgate Operation{ CAUTIONExhaust gases can enter thevehicle if it is driven with theliftgate, trunk/hatch open, or withany objec

Power SeatsA. Power Seat Adjustment ControlB. Reclining Seatbacks onpage 1-8.C. Power Lumbar on page 1-5.If the vehicle has power seats, thecontrols a

The power liftgate can be poweropened and closed in thefollowing ways:• Press and hold the power liftgatebutton on the RKE transmitteruntil the liftga

After removing the obstruction, thepower liftgate operation can beused again.If the liftgate comes across moreobstacles on the same power cycle,the po

Windows{ CAUTIONLeaving children, helpless adults,or pets in a vehicle with thewindows closed is dangerous.They can be overcome by theextreme heat and

Press the switch to lower thewindow. Pull up on the front edge ofthe switch to raise the window.Express-Down WindowsThe express-down feature allowsthe

Sun VisorsPull the sun visor down to blockglare. Detach the sun visor from thecenter mount and slide it alongthe rod from side-to-side to coverthe dri

The horn chirps and the lights flash.If the key is not placed in theignition and turned to START or thedoor is not unlocked by pressingQduring the ten

This device complies with RSS-210of Industry Canada. Operation issubject to the following twoconditions:1. This device may not causeinterference.2. Th

If the vehicle does start, the firstkey may be faulty. See yourdealer/retailer who can service thePASS-Key®III+ to have a new keymade. In an emergency,

Starting andOperating YourVehicleNew Vehicle Break-InNotice: The vehicle doesnot need an elaborate break-in.But it will perform better inthe long run

way in, and turn it only withyour hand. If the key cannot beturned by hand, see yourdealer/retailer.( (LOCK/OFF): This position locksthe ignition and

Power LumbarIf the seats have power lumbar, thecontrols used to operate thisfeature are located on the outboardside of the seats. See “PowerLumbar” un

Starting the EngineMove the shift lever to P (Park) orN (Neutral). The engine will not startin any other position. To restart theengine when the vehic

accelerator. If the vehicle startsbriefly but then stops again,repeat these steps. This clearsthe extra gasoline from theengine. Do not race the engine

Automatic TransmissionOperationThe automatic transmission has ashift lever located on the consolebetween the seats.P (Park): This position locks thefr

N (Neutral): In this position, theengine does not connect withthe wheels. To restart the enginewhen the vehicle is already moving,use N (Neutral) only

When you shift from D (Drive) toL (Low), the transmission will shift toa pre-determined lower gear range.The highest gear available forthis pre-determ

Automatic Engine GradeBrakingAutomatic Engine Grade Brakingassists when driving on a downhillgrade. It maintains vehicle speedby automatically impleme

Shifting Into Park{ CAUTIONIt can be dangerous to get out ofthe vehicle if the shift lever is notfully in P (Park) with the parkingbrake firmly set. Th

To prevent torque lock, set theparking brake and then shift intoP (Park). To find out how, see“Shifting Into Park” listed previously.If torque lock doe

Engine Exhaust{ CAUTIONEngine exhaust contains CarbonMonoxide (CO) which cannot beseen or smelled. Exposure to COcan cause unconsciousness andeven dea

{ CAUTIONIt can be dangerous to get out ofthe vehicle if the automatictransmission shift lever is not fullyin P (Park) with the parking brakefirmly set