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Seats and Restraint Systems... 1-1Front Seats... 1-2Safety Belts...

Reclining Seatbacks{CAUTION:You can lose control of the vehicle if you try toadjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicleis moving. The sudden move

Torque Lock (Automatic Transmission)If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift yourtransmission into PARK (P) properly, the weight of thevehicl

Parking Your Vehicle (ManualTransmission)Before you get out of your vehicle, move the shift leverinto REVERSE (R) and firmly apply the parkingbrake. On

Running the Engine While ParkedIt is better not to park with the engine running. But if youever have to, here are some things to know.{CAUTION:Idling

MirrorsAutomatic Dimming Rearview Mirrorwith OnStar®and CompassThe vehicle may have an automatic dimming rearviewmirror with OnStar®, a compass and ma

Compass VarianceCompass variance is the difference between earth’smagnetic north and true geographic north. If the mirroris not adjusted for compass v

Cleaning the MirrorWhen cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or similarmaterial dampened with glass cleaner. Do not sprayglass cleaner directly on t

Compass VarianceCompass variance is the difference between earth’smagnetic north and true geographic north. If notadjusted to account for compass vari

Compass CalibrationThe compass may need calibration if one of thefollowing occurs:• After approximately five seconds, the display doesnot show a compas

If the vehicle has the memory feature, a preferred mirrorposition can be stored. See Memory Seat, Mirrorsand Steering Wheel on page 1-4.Both mirrors a

OnStar®SystemOnStar uses several innovative technologies and liveadvisors to provide you with a wide range of safety,security, information, and conven

{CAUTION:Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicleis in motion can be dangerous. Even if youbuckle up, your safety belts cannot do theirjob whe

Available Services with Safe & Sound Plan•Automatic Notification of Airbag Deployment• Advanced Automatic Crash Notification (AACN)(If equipped)• Li

How OnStar Service WorksYour vehicle’s OnStar system has the capability ofrecording and transmitting vehicle information. Thisinformation is automatic

Universal Home RemoteSystemUniversal Home Remote SystemThe Universal Home Remote System provides a way toreplace up to three hand-held radio-frequency

Do not use this system with any garage door openerthat does not have the stop and reverse feature.This includes any garage door opener modelmanufactur

2. Locate in the garage, the garage door openerreceiver (motor-head unit). Locate the “Learn”or “Smart” button. It can usually be found where thehangi

Programming Universal HomeRemote — Fixed CodeIf you have questions or need help programming theUniversal Home Remote System, call 1-866-572-2728 orgo

Your hand held transmitter may have betweeneight to 12 dip switches depending on the brand oftransmitter.Your garage door opener receiver (motor head

2. Write down the eight to 12 switch settings from leftto right as follows:• When a switch is in the up position, write “Left.”• When a switch is in t

5. After entering all of the switch positions, again,firmly press and release all three buttons at thesame time. The indicator lights will turn on.6. P

Storage AreasGlove BoxTo open the glove box, lift up on the lever. Use the keyto lock and unlock. The glove box has a light inside.Cupholder(s)There a

Seatback LatchesBoth seatbacks fold forward to give you access to therear area. To fold a seatback forward, lift this latch,which is located on top of

Rear Storage AreaThere are two rear storage compartments in the floor ofthe rear hatch/trunk area.Your vehicle has two storage compartment lids.To acce

Pull the divider up and snap it onto the snaps on bothsides of the trunk.Convenience NetYour vehicle may have a convenience net in the rear ofthe vehi

3. Grasp the loop at the rear center of the shade andwrap it around the striker assembly.4. Push the loop to thetop of the striker(base plate).Roof Pa

Removing the Roof Panel{CAUTION:Do not try to remove a roof panel while thevehicle is moving. Trying to remove the roofpanel while the vehicle is movi

The driver’s side handle moves toward the driver’sdoor. The passenger’s side handle moves towardthe passenger’s door.7. To unlock the rear ofthe roof

Storing the Roof Panel{CAUTION:If a roof panel is not stored properly, it couldbe thrown about the vehicle in a crash orsudden maneuver. People in the

Installing the Roof Panel{CAUTION:An improperly attached roof panel may fall intoor fly off the vehicle. You or others could beinjured. After installin

6. Turn the front releasehandles inward so thatthey latch to theclosed position.7. Push up on the handle of the rear roof releasehandle to latch its h

The parts of the manual convertible top that are usedwhen lowering and raising it are:A. Front Edge of the Convertible TopB. Rear Edge of the Converti

Lowering the Manual Convertible Top1. Park on a level surface. Shift an automatictransmission into PARK (P) and set the parkingbrake. Shift a manual t

Safety BeltsSafety Belts: They Are for EveryoneThis part of the manual tells you how to use safetybelts properly. It also tells you some things you sh

6. Tilt the driver’s seatback forward and press thetonneau cover release button located on theunderside of the tonneau cover (C) behind thedriver’s se

7. Pull the cable to release the tonneau cover. 8. Push forward on the front edge (A) of theconvertible top to allow the rear edge (B) of theconvertib

9. Then move the top rearward to its fully-storedposition.10. After the top is stored, apply one even push on thecenter of the front edge (A) of the c

6. Pull the convertible top up by firmly gripping thefront edge (A) near the center and applying abrisk upward and forward motion to get the top inthe

11. Pull the top front latch handle down and turn itcounterclockwise to lock the convertible top.Convertible Top (Power)For care and cleaning of the c

Notice: If you raise or lower the convertible topwhile the vehicle is in motion, you could damage thetop or the top mechanism. The repairs would notbe

4. Push and hold thebottom of the powerconvertible top button,located to the left ofthe steering wheel, onthe instrumentpanel.The windows will automat

4. After the convertible top is completely raised,release the power convertible top button.5. Pull the convertible front top latch down and turn itcou

1. Open the tonneau cover by pulling the emergencyrelease cable.The tonneau cover emergency release cable islocated behind the passenger’s seat head r

3. Use the wrench, located in the console, and turnthe pressure release bolt counterclockwise onerevolution, to relieve pressure to the hydraulicpump.

After more than 40 years of safety belts in vehicles, thefacts are clear. In most crashes buckling up doesmatter... a lot!Why Safety Belts WorkWhen yo

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Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4Hazard Warning Flashers ...3-6Other Warning Devices ...

Security Light ...3-47Fog Lamp Light ...3-47Lights On Reminder ..

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Instrument Panel Overview3-4

The main components of your instrument panel are the following:A. Air Outlet. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-30.B. Head-Up Display Controls (If Equip

X. Selective Ride Control. See Selective Ride Controlon page 4-10.Y. Center Console Cupholder. See Cupholder(s) onpage 2-55.Z. Ashtray and Cigarette L

Tilt WheelA tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheelbefore you drive. You can raise it to the highest levelto give your legs more room when

Turn Signal/Multifunction LeverThe lever on the left side of the steering columnincludes the following:• G Turn and Lane-Change Signals. See Turn andL

Turn Signal on ChimeA chime will remind you if you leave the turn signal on formore than three-quarters of a mile (1.2 km) of driving.If you need to l

Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The riderdoes not stop.The person keeps going until stopped by something. Ina real vehicle, it could be the

9(Off): Move the lever to this position to turn off thewindshield wipers.8(Mist): Move the lever all the way down to mistand release for a single wipi

Cruise ControlYour vehicle has cruisecontrol.9 (Off): Slide the switch to this position to turn thesystem off.R (On): Slide the switch to this positio

Setting Cruise Control{CAUTION:If you leave your cruise control on when youare not using cruise, you might hit a buttonand go into cruise when you do

Increasing Speed While Using CruiseControlThere are two ways to go to a higher speed:• Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higherspeed. Press the

Cruise Control in Sport (S) and ManualPaddle Shift Gear SelectionWhen your vehicle is in Sport (S) and the manualpaddle shift controls are not being u

Exterior LampsThe exterior lamp control is located to the left of thesteering wheel on the multifunction lever.O(Exterior Lamp Control): Turn the band

Wiper Activated HeadlampsThis feature activates the headlamps and parkinglamps after the windshield wipers have been in usefor approximately 15 second

When it is bright enough outside, the regular lamps go off,and the front turn signal lamps will take over. If thevehicle is started in a dark garage,

Twilight Sentinel®Twilight Sentinel®can turn your lamps on and off for you.A light sensor on top of the instrument panel makes theTwilight Sentinel®wo

Exterior Lighting Battery SaverIf the manual parking lamps or headlamps have been lefton, the exterior lamps will turn off as soon as the ignitionis t

or the instrument panel... or the safety belts!With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does.You get more time to stop. You stop over more dist

Battery Run-Down ProtectionThis vehicle has a feature to help prevent the batteryfrom being drained in case any of the followinglamps are left on; the

• Transmission Fluid Temperature Gage,(Automatic Transmission Vehicles Only)• Engine Oil Temperature Gage• Engine Oil Pressure Gage• G-Force Gage• Aud

Within each mode, the display, can be furthercustomized by pressing the PAGE button. Pressing thisbutton in each mode will turn off and on the followi

The HUD controls arelocated to the left of thesteering wheel.To adjust the HUD so you can see it properly, do thefollowing:1. Start the engine and pre

To clean the HUD, spray household glass cleaner on asoft, clean cloth. Wipe the HUD lens gently, then dryit. Do not spray cleaner directly on the lens

Ashtray(s) and Cigarette LighterThe ashtray and cigarette lighter are located on theinstrument panel, in front of the shift lever. To use theashtray,

Automatic OperationAUTO (Automatic): Press the AUTO button to place theentire system in the automatic mode. When automaticoperation is active, the sys

N(MODE): Press this button to manually lock in thecurrent air delivery setting and to stop the automaticmode control. Pressing the MODE button will de

Air conditioning does not operate at temperatures belowabout 35°F to 40°F (2°C to 4°C). In temperatures above40°F (4°C), the air conditioning cannot b

If the outside temperature goes up, the displayedtemperature will not change until:• The vehicle’s speed is above 12 mph (19 km/h) forfive minutes.• Th

Questions and Answers About SafetyBeltsQ: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if Iam wearing a safety belt?A: You could be — whether you ar

Rear Window DefoggerThe rear window defogger uses a warming grid toremove fog or frost from the rear window.The rear window defogger will only work wh

Passenger Compartment Air FilterThe passenger compartment air filter removes certainparticles from the air including pollen and dust particles.Reductio

3. Remove the passenger compartment air filter fromthe housing.4. Insert the new filter into the housing.5. Reinstall the passenger compartment air filte

Instrument Panel ClusterYour instrument panel cluster and Driver Information Center (DIC) are designed to let you know at a glance howthe vehicle is r

Speedometer and OdometerYour speedometer lets you see your speed in eithermiles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (km/h).For more information see

Airbag Readiness LightThere is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panelcluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The systemchecks the airbag’s

Passenger Airbag Status IndicatorYour vehicle has the passenger sensing system.Your rearview mirror has a passenger airbag statusindicator.When you st

{CAUTION:Even though the passenger sensing system isdesigned to turn off the right front passenger’sfrontal airbag and seat-mounted side impactairbag

Voltmeter GageThe voltmeter shows thevoltage output of yourbattery. When the engineis running, it showsthe voltage output ofthe charging system.The re

Brake System Warning LightYour vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided intotwo parts. If one part is not working, the other part canstill work and

How to Wear Safety Belts ProperlyThis section is only for people of adult size.Be aware that there are special things to know aboutsafety belts and ch

Antilock Brake SystemWarning LightFor vehicles withthe Antilock BrakeSystem (ABS), thislight will come on brieflywhen you start the engine.That is norm

Active Handling System LightThe Active Handling System light will come on brieflyas you start the engine. If the light does not comeon then, have it fix

Engine Coolant Temperature GageThis gage shows the engine coolant temperature.If the gage pointer moves into the shaded area,your engine is too hot.Th

Malfunction Indicator LampCheck Engine LightA computer system called OBD II (On-BoardDiagnostics-Second Generation) monitors operation ofthe fuel, ign

If the Light Is FlashingThe following can prevent more serious damage to yourvehicle:• Reduce vehicle speed.• Avoid hard accelerations.• Avoid steep u

Emissions Inspection and MaintenanceProgramsSome state/provincial and local governments have ormight begin programs to inspect the emission controlequ

Engine Oil Pressure GageThe engine oil pressure gage shows the engineoil pressure in psi (pounds per square inch) orkPa (kilopascals) when the engine

Security LightFor information regardingthis light and the vehicle’ssecurity system, seeTheft-Deterrent Systemon page 2-18.Fog Lamp LightThe fog lamp l

Fuel GageYour fuel gage tells youabout how much fuelyou have left whenthe engine is on.When the needle approaches the low fuel symbol, achime will sou

Driver Information Center (DIC)The Driver Information Center (DIC) gives you the statusof many of your vehicle’s systems. It is also used todisplay dr

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give nearlyas much protection this way.{CAUTION:You can be seriously hurt if

DIC Operation and DisplaysThe Driver Information Center (DIC) has different modeswhich can be accessed by pressing the following buttonslocated on the

FUEL ButtonThe fuel button displays average fuel economy andinstantaneous fuel economy, calculated for your specificdriving conditions, and range infor

GAGES ButtonThe gages button displays oil pressure, oil temperature,coolant temperature, transmission fluid temperaturefor automatic transmission vehic

Battery Voltage: This display shows the current batteryvoltage.Press the gages button again to display the batteryvoltage, such as:• BATTERY VOLTAGE 1

Elapsed Timer: Press the TRIP button until ELAPSEDTIMER is displayed, such as ELAPSED TIMER .00.When the ignition is in on, the DIC can be usedas a st

DIC Warnings and MessagesMessages are displayed on the DIC to notify the driverthat the status of the vehicle has changed and thatsome action may be n

ACTIVE HANDLING CALIBRATINGThis message displays and the active handling systemlight on the instrument panel cluster turns on while thesystem is calib

The reminder will be repeated if the ignition is on,the vehicle is in motion, the driver is buckled and thepassenger is still unbuckled, and the passe

CHECK GAS CAPThis message displays if the fuel cap has not been fullytightened. Check the fuel cap to make sure that it is onproperly. Once tightened,

You can monitor the coolant temperature with the gagesbutton on the DIC or the engine coolant temperaturegage on the instrument panel cluster. See Eng

GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem,CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem, the namesCORVETTE and Z06 and the CORVETTE Emblem areregistered trademarks of Gener

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The lap belt is too loose. It will not give as muchprotection this way.{CAUTION:You can be seriously hurt if your lap be

HEADLAMPS SUGGESTEDThis message displays if it is dark enough outside andthe headlamps and the Twilight Sentinel®controlsare off. This message informs

LOW OIL PRESSUREThis message displays if low oil pressure levels occur.If this message appears while the engine is running,stop the engine and do not

To acknowledge the message, press the RESET button.The message reappears every 10 minutes until thiscondition changes.NO FOBS DETECTEDThis message dis

NO FOB - OFF OR RUN?This message displays when the keyless accesstransmitter is not detected inside the vehicle while youare trying to turn the igniti

Multiple chimes sound when this message is displayed.To acknowledge the message, press the RESET button.The message reappears every five minutes until

SERVICE CHARGING SYSTEMIf this message displays while you are driving, there maybe a problem with the electrical charging system. It couldmean that th

SERVICE TRACTION SYSTEMIf this message displays when you are driving, there is aproblem with the Traction Control System (TCS) and yourvehicle is in n

SHIFT TO PARK OR SET PARKBRAKE FOR TOPIf your vehicle has an automatic transmission, thismessage displays and a chime sounds if you try tooperate the

This message is followed by the MAXIMUM SPEED55 MPH (90 km/h) message, and then by the REDUCEDHANDLING message. The Active Handling Systemwill interve

TRACTION SYSTEM AND ACTIVEHANDLING – OFFThis message displays, the instrument panel clusterlight turns on, and a chime sounds when the TractionControl

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place.{CAUTION:You can be seriously injured if your belt isbuckled in the wrong place l

TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE ENGINEThis message displays and four chimes sound if thetransmission fluid temperature rises above 270°F (132°C)or rises rapidly.

Other MessagesHere are more messages that you can receive on yourDriver Information Center (DIC). To acknowledge amessage and read another message tha

DIC Vehicle PersonalizationMany features on your vehicle can be personalized.This means that the operation of these features can beset to operate diff

Entering the Personal Options MenuTo enter the personal options menu, use thefollowing steps:1. If you have an automatic transmission vehicle, turnthe

Press the OPTION button until AUTO MEMORY RECALLappears on the display, then press the RESET button toscroll through the following modes:• YES• NO (de

Approach Lights: This option briefly turns on theparking lamps, the front fog lamps and the back-uplamps during low light periods when the keyless acce

When the mode you want is selected, press theOPTION button to set your choice and advance to thenext personal option.Flash at Unlock: This option acti

FOB Reminder: This option chirps the horn three timeswhen the driver’s door is closed and there is a keylessaccess transmitter inside the interior of

If you choose HORN, the doors will automatically lockand the horn will chirp eight seconds after you turnthe ignition off, remove a keyless access tra

When the mode you want is selected, press theOPTION button to set your choice and advance tothe next personal option.Language: This option allows you

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The belt is over an armrest.{CAUTION:You can be seriously injured if your belt goesover an armrest like this. The belt w

4. Press the OPTION button and a cursor will displaywhere you can insert a letter.5. Press the OPTION button again until the letter youwant is display

Audio System(s)Determine which radio your vehicle has and then readthe pages following to familiarize yourself with itsfeatures.{CAUTION:This system p

Setting the TimeWith the ignition on and the radio off, press the H or theM button to enter clock mode. Press and hold H untilthe correct hour appears

Radio Data System (RDS)The audio system has a Radio Data System (RDS).RDS features are available for use only on FM stationsthat broadcast RDS informa

Each higher setting provides more volume compensationat faster vehicle speeds. To turn automatic volume off,press this until AUTO VOLUME OFF displays.

Setting Preset StationsUp to 30 stations (six AM, six XM1 and six XM2(if equipped), six FM1, and six FM2), can beprogrammed on the six numbered pushbu

Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)O/ e (Balance/Fade): To adjust the balancebetween the right and the left speakers, press untilBALANCE displays. T

RDS MessagesALERT!: Alert warns of local or national emergencies.When an alert announcement comes on the currentradio station, ALERT! displays. The an

Radio MessagesCAL ERR (Calibration Error): The audio systemhas been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory.If CAL ERR displays, it means that th

Care of Your CDsIf playing a CD-R, the sound quality can be reduced dueto CD-R quality, the method of recording, the quality ofthe music that has been

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It shouldbe worn over the shoulder at all times.{CAUTION:You can be seriously i

Playing a CD(s) (Six-Disc CD Player)If the ignition or radio is turned off, with a CD inthe player, it stays in the player. When the ignition orradio

Playing a Specific Loaded CDFor every CD loaded, a number displays. To play aspecific CD press the numbered pushbutton thatcorresponds to the CD.If an e

To use random, do one of the following:• To play the tracks on the CD you are listening toin random order, press and release until RANDOMDISC PLAY dis

BAND: Press to listen to the radio when a CD isplaying. The inactive CD(s) remains inside the radiofor future listening.CD AUX (Auxiliary): Press to p

4. Press and hold the R button for two seconds.Release the button when SONG REMOVEDdisplays.After a track has been deleted, the remaining tracksare mo

Using the Auxiliary Input JackThe radio system has an auxiliary input jack locatedon the right side of the faceplate. This is not an audiooutput; do n

Using an MP3MP3 CD-R DiscMP3 FormatIf you burn your own MP3 disc on a personal computer:• Make sure the MP3 files are recorded on aCD-R disc.• Do not m

Empty Directory or FolderIf a root directory or a folder exists somewhere in the filestructure that contains only folders/subfolders and nocompressed fi

File System and NamingThe song name that is displayed is the song name that iscontained in the ID3 tag. If the song name is not presentin the ID3 tag,

RPT (Repeat): Press to hear a track, CD, or a folderover again.To use repeat, do one of the following:• To repeat a track, press and release until REP

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The belt is behind the body.{CAUTION:You can be seriously injured by not wearingthe lap-shoulder belt properly. In a cra

XM Radio MessagesXL (Explicit Language Channels): These channels,or any others, can be blocked at a customer’s request,by calling 1-800-852-XMXM (9696

Navigation/Radio SystemYour vehicle may have a navigation radio system.The navigation system has built-in features intendedto minimize driver distract

Press either the down or up arrow again to stopscanning.When a CD is playing, press the down or up arrow togo to the next or to the previous track.To

XM™ Satellite Radio ServiceXM™ Satellite Radio Service gives digital radioreception from coast-to-coast in the 48 contiguousUnited States, and in Cana

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Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ...4-2Defensive Driving ...4-2Drunk Driving ...

Your Driving, the Road, andYour VehicleDefensive DrivingDefensive driving means “always expect theunexpected.” The first step in driving defensively is

Death and injury associated with drinking and driving isa global tragedy.Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive avehicle: judgment, mu

BrakingSee Brake System Warning Light on page 3-39.Braking action involves perception time and reactiontime. First, you have to decide to push on the

Antilock Brake System (ABS)Your vehicle has the Antilock Brake System (ABS), anadvanced electronic braking system that will helpprevent a braking skid

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The belt is twisted across the body.{CAUTION:You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt.In a crash, you would not ha

Braking in EmergenciesWith ABS, you can steer and brake at the same time. Inmany emergencies, steering can help you more thaneven the very best brakin

To turn the system off,press the button locatedon the console.You can turn the system on or off at any time bypressing the ACTIVE HANDLING button. The

The SERVICE ACTIVEHANDLING SYSTEMmessage will be displayed,the instrument clusterlight will come on, and achime will sound to let youknow if there is

Competitive Driving ModeThe driver can select this optional handling mode bypressing the ACTIVE HANDLING button on the consoletwo times within a five s

Selective Ride ControlYou may have a ride control system on your vehiclecalled Magnetic Selective Ride Control. The systemprovides the following perfo

SteeringPower SteeringIf you lose power steering assist because the enginestops or the system is not functioning, you can steer butit will take much m

Try to adjust your speed so you can drive through thecurve. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed. Waitto accelerate until you are out of the curve, and

Off-Road RecoveryYou may find that your vehicle’s right wheels havedropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder whileyou are driving.If the level o

SkiddingIn a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle.Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonablecare suited to existing conditions,

Racing or Other Competitive DrivingSee your warranty book before using your vehicle forracing or other competitive driving.Notice: If you use your veh

Lap-Shoulder BeltAll seating positions in your vehicle have alap-shoulder belt.Here is how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly.1. Adjust the seat, if

Driving at NightNight driving is more dangerous than day drivingbecause some drivers are likely to be impaired — byalcohol or drugs, with night vision

{CAUTION:Wet brakes can cause crashes. They might notwork as well in a quick stop and could causepulling to one side. You could lose control ofthe veh

Before Leaving on a Long TripTo prepare your vehicle for a long trip, consider havingit serviced by your dealer/retailer before departing.Things to ch

{CAUTION:If you do not shift down, the brakes could getso hot that they would not work well. Youwould then have poor braking or even nonegoing down a

Driving On Snow or IceMost of the time, those places where the tires meet theroad probably have good traction.However, if there is snow or ice between

The Antilock Brake System (ABS) improves yourvehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop on aslippery road. Even though you have ABS, beginstopping

You can run the engine to keep warm, but be careful.{CAUTION:Snow can trap exhaust gases under yourvehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbonmonoxide)

Then, shut the engine off and close the window almostall the way to preserve the heat. Start the engineagain and repeat this only when you feel really

Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It OutFirst, turn the steering wheel left and right to clearthe area around the front wheels. Turn the tractioncontrol sys

Tire and Loading Information LabelA vehicle specific Tire and Loading Informationlabel is attached to the center pillar (B-pillar)of your vehicle. With

4. To make the lap part tight, pull up on theshoulder belt.It may be necessary to pull stitching on the safetybelt through the latch plate to fully ti

5. Determine the combined weight of luggageand cargo being loaded on the vehicle. Thatweight may not safely exceed the availablecargo and luggage load

Item Description TotalAVehicle CapacityWeight forExample 2 =400 lbs (181 kg)BSubtract OccupantWeight @ 150 lbs(68kg)x2=300 lbs (136 kg)CAvailable Carg

Certification LabelA vehicle specific Certification label is attached tothe rear edge of the driver’s door. It tells youthe gross weight capacity of your

{CAUTION:Things you put inside your vehicle canstrike and injure people in a sudden stopor turn, or in a crash.• Put things in the rear area of yourve

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Service ...5-3Accessories and Modifications ...5-3California Propositio

Inflation - Tire Pressure ...5-66High-Speed Operation ...5-67Tire Pressure Monitor System

ServiceFor service and parts needs, visit your dealer/retailer.You will receive genuine GM parts and GM-trained andsupported service people.Genuine GM

California Proposition 65 WarningMost motor vehicles, including this one, contain and/oremit chemicals known to the State of California tocause cancer

Your vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting todo your own service work, see Servicing YourAirbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 1-57.You should kee

Safety Belt PretensionersYour vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for frontoutboard occupants. Although you cannot see them,they are part of the saf

Gasoline SpecificationsAt a minimum, gasoline should meet ASTM specificationD 4814 in the United States or CAN/CGSB-3.5 or3.511 in Canada. Some gasoline

Notice: Your vehicle was not designed for fuel thatcontains methanol. Do not use fuel containingmethanol. It can corrode metal parts in the fuelsystem

Filling the Tank{CAUTION:Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire cancause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries toyou and others, read and follow all

The fuel door releasebutton is located on theinstrument panel to the leftof the steering wheel.Push the button to releasethe fuel door.There is also a

While refueling, let the cap hang by the tether below thefuel fill opening.{CAUTION:Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuelcap too quickly. If y

{CAUTION:If a fire starts while you are refueling, do notremove the nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel byshutting off the pump or by notifying thestation

Checking Things Underthe Hood{CAUTION:An electric fan under the hood can start upand injure you even when the engine is notrunning. Keep hands, clothi

Hood ReleaseTo open the hood, do the following:1. Pull the hood releaselever with this symbolon it. It is locatedinside the vehiclebelow the instrumen

Engine Compartment OverviewIf your vehicle has the 6.2L LS3 V8 engine and you are facing the front, when you open the hood, here is what youwill see:5

A. Clutch Master Cylinder Reservoir (If Equipped).See Hydraulic Clutch on page 5-27.B. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See “AddingWasher Fluid” und

Safety Belt ExtenderIf the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, youshould use it.But if a safety belt is not long enough, yourdealer/retailer

If your vehicle has the 7.0L LS7 V8 engine and you are facing the driver’s side of the vehicle, when you open thehood, here is what you will see:5-16

A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine AirCleaner/Filter on page 5-25.B. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir. See Power SteeringFluid on page 5-39.C. Eng

When to Add Engine Oil (Except Z06)If the oil is below the cross-hatched area at the tip ofthe dipstick, add at least one quart/liter of therecommende

Checking Engine Oil (Z06 Only)A. Engine Oil DipstickB. Engine Oil Fill CapIt is a good idea to check the engine oil level every timeyou get fuel. In o

3. Wait at least five minutes (but not more than20 minutes) to allow oil to drain and settle inthe engine.4. Remove the dipstick from the external engi

Changing Engine Oil and Filter(Z06 Only)Z06 models have a racetrack-ready dry sump enginelubrication system. This high-performance systemoperates diff

What Kind of Engine Oil to UseLook for three things:• GM4718MYour vehicle’s engine requires a special oil meetingGM Standard GM4718M. Oils meeting thi

Substitute Engine Oil: When adding oil to maintainengine oil level, oil meeting GM Standard GM4718Mmay not be available. You can add substitute oildes

How to Reset the Engine Oil LifeSystemThe Engine Oil Life System calculates when to changethe engine oil and filter based on vehicle use.Whenever the o

Engine Air Cleaner/FilterSee Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-14 forthe location of the engine air cleaner/filters.Notice: If you spray water into

Using this ManualMany people read the owner manual from beginning toend when they first receive their new vehicle to learnabout the vehicle’s features

The manufacturer’s instructions that come with thebooster seat, state the weight and height limitations forthat booster. Use a booster seat with a lap

How to Inspect the Engine AirCleaner/FiltersTo inspect the air cleaner/filters, remove the filters fromthe vehicle and lightly shake the filters to relea

Automatic Transmission FluidHow to Check Automatic TransmissionFluidIt is not necessary to check the transmission fluid level.A transmission fluid leak

When to Check and What to UseThe hydraulic clutch fluidreservoir cap has thissymbol on it. See EngineCompartment Overviewon page 5-14 for reservoirloca

What to UseUse a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water andone-half DEX-COOL®coolant which will not damagealuminum parts. If you use this coolant

Checking CoolantThe engine coolant surgetank is located toward therear of the enginecompartment on thedriver’s side of the vehicle.See Engine Compartm

Adding CoolantIf you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-COOL®coolant mixture at the surge tank, but only when theengine is cool.{CAUTION:You can be

If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine{CAUTION:Steam from an overheated engine can burnyou badly, even if you just open the hood. Stayaway from the engin

If you no longer have the overheat warning, you candrive. Just to be safe, drive slower for about 10 minutes.If the warning does not come back on, you

Cooling SystemWhen you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here is whatyou will see:A. Electric Engine Cooling FanB. Coolant Surge Tank with Pressure

{CAUTION:Heater and radiator hoses, and other engineparts, can be very hot. Do not touch them. Ifyou do, you can be burned.Do not run the engine if th

{CAUTION:Never do this.Here two children are wearing the same belt.The belt cannot properly spread the impactforces. In a crash, the two children can

How to Add Coolant to the CoolantSurge TankIf you have not found a problem yet, check to see ifcoolant is visible in the surge tank. If coolant is vis

Notice: In cold weather, water can freeze and crackthe engine, radiator, heater core and other parts.Use the recommended coolant and the propercoolant

3. Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixtureuntil the level inside stabilizes at the FULL COLDmark on the front of the surge tank.4. With th

5. Then replace the pressure cap. Be sure thepressure cap is hand-tight and fully seated.Check the level in the surge tank when the systemhas cooled d

When the enginecompartment is hot, thelevel should be at the HOTmark. When the enginecompartment is cool,the level should be at theFULL COLD mark.What

Windshield Washer FluidWhat to UseWhen you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to readthe manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you willbe opera

BrakesBrake FluidThe brake master cylinderreservoir is filled withDOT-3 brake fluid. SeeEngine CompartmentOverview on page 5-14 forthe location of there

Checking Brake FluidThe brake fluid can be checked without taking off thecap by looking at the brake fluid reservoir. The fluid levelshould be above the

Brake WearYour vehicle has disc brakes. Disc brake pads havebuilt-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warningsound when the brake pads are wor

BatteryYour vehicle has a maintenance free battery. When it istime for a new battery, see your dealer/retailer forone that has the replacement number

{CAUTION:Never do this.Here a child is sitting in a seat that has alap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part isbehind the child. In a crash, the child

Jump StartingIf your battery has run down, you may want to useanother vehicle and some jumper cables to start yourvehicle. Be sure to use the followin

Notice: If you leave your radio or other accessorieson during the jump starting procedure, they couldbe damaged. The repairs would not be coveredby yo

You will not need to access the battery for jumpstarting. The remote terminals are for that purpose.{CAUTION:An electric fan can start up even when th

{CAUTION:Fans or other moving engine parts can injureyou badly. Keep your hands away from movingparts once the engine is running.5. Check that the jum

Notice: If the jumper cables are connected orremoved in the wrong order, electrical shorting mayoccur and damage the vehicle. The repairs wouldnot be

Rear AxleWhen to Check LubricantIt is not necessary to regularly check rear axle fluidunless you suspect there is a leak or you hear anunusual noise. A

Bulb ReplacementFor the proper type of replacement bulbs, seeReplacement Bulbs on page 5-55.For any bulb changing procedure not listed in thissection,

Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, andParking LampsA. High-beam HeadlampB. Low-beam HeadlampC. Front Parking/Turn Signal/Daytime RunningLamp (DRL)If the lo

3. Remove the outer cover to expose the high-beamheadlamp bulb socket once the access cover hasbeen removed.4. Remove the headlampbulb by releasing th

4. Pull the bulb straight out to remove it from thesocket.5. Push the new bulb in the bulb socket until it snapsinto place.6. Reinstall the lamp assem

Infants and Young ChildrenEveryone in a vehicle needs protection! This includesinfants and all other children. Neither the distancetraveled nor the ag

To remove the wiper blade assembly, do the following:1. Open the hood to gain access to the windshieldwipers.2. Lift the wiper arm away from the winds

To install the new wiper insert:1. Slide the insert (D), notched end last, into the endwith the two blade claws (A). Slide the insert all theway throu

TiresYour new vehicle comes with high-quality tiresmade by a leading tire manufacturer. If you everhave questions about your tire warranty and whereto

Low-Profile Performance TireThe original equipment tires on your vehicle areclassified as low-profile performance tires.These tires are designed for very

Tire Sidewall LabelingUseful information about a tire is molded into itssidewall. The example below shows a typicalpassenger (p-metric) tire sidewall.

(G) Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit:Maximum load that can be carried and themaximum pressure needed to support that load.Tire SizeThe following illus

Tire Terminology and DefinitionsAir Pressure: The amount of air inside thetire pressing outward on each square inch of thetire. Air pressure is express

Load Index: An assigned number ranging from1 to 279 that corresponds to the load carryingcapacity of a tire.Maximum Inflation Pressure: The maximum air

Treadwear Indicators: Narrow bands, sometimescalled wear bars, that show across the tread ofa tire when only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) of treadremains. See W

run-flat tire for 25 miles (40 km) or less and at speeds of55 mph (90 km/h) or less, there is a good chance thatthe tire can be repaired. The tire can

{CAUTION:People should never hold an infant in theirarms while riding in a vehicle. An infant doesnot weigh much — until a crash. During acrash an inf

Inflation - Tire PressureTires need the correct amount of air pressure tooperate effectively.Notice: Do not let anyone tell you thatunder-inflation or o

Remove the valve cap from the tire valve stem.Press the tire gage firmly onto the valve toget a pressure measurement. If the cold tireinflation pressure

For this example, you would set the inflation pressurefor high-speed driving at 38 psi (265 kPa).Racing or other competitive driving may affect thewarr

Federal Communications Commission(FCC) and Industry and ScienceCanadaThe Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) operates ona radio frequency and complies

be viewed by the driver. For additional information anddetails about the DIC operation and displays seeDIC Operation and Displays on page 3-50 and DIC

• Replacement tires or wheels do not match yourvehicle’s original equipment tires or wheels.Tires and wheels other than those recommendedfor your vehi

When It Is Time for New TiresVarious factors, such as maintenance, temperatures,driving speeds, vehicle loading, and road conditions,influence when you

Buying New TiresGM has developed and matched specific tires for yourvehicle. The original equipment tires installed onyour vehicle, when it was new, we

{CAUTION:If you use bias-ply tires on your vehicle,the wheel rim flanges could developcracks after many miles of driving. A tireand/or wheel could fail

Uniform Tire Quality GradingQuality grades can be found where applicable onthe tire sidewall between tread shoulder andmaximum section width. For exam

{CAUTION:Children who are up against, or very close to,any airbag when it inflates can be seriouslyinjured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulderbelts of

Temperature – A, B, CThe temperature grades are A (the highest), B,and C, representing the tire’s resistance tothe generation of heat and its ability

If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel boltsor wheel nuts, replace them only with new GMoriginal equipment parts. This way, you will be sure

Tightening Wheel Lug Nuts{CAUTION:Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightenedwheel nuts can cause the wheel to becomeloose and even come off. This co

Used Replacement Wheels{CAUTION:Putting a used wheel on your vehicle isdangerous. You cannot know how it has beenused or how far it has been driven. I

Lifting Your Vehicle{CAUTION:Lifting a vehicle can cause an injury. Thevehicle can slip off the jack and roll over youor other people. You and they co

Notice: Lifting your vehicle improperly can damageyour vehicle and result in costly repairs notcovered by your warranty. To lift your vehicleproperly,

1. Locate the front lifting points (A), according to theillustration shown.2. Be sure to place a block or pad between the jackand the vehicle.3. Lift

Lifting From the RearThe rear lifting points can be accessed from the rear ofthe vehicle, on either the driver’s or passenger’s side.1. Locate the rea

3. Lift the vehicle with the jack, making sure the jackspans at least two of the crossmember ribs (B).For more information, see Doing Your Own Service

{CAUTION:Special tools and procedures are required toservice a run-flat tire. If these special tools andprocedures are not used you or others couldbe i

For most basic types of child restraints, there aremany different models available. When purchasing achild restraint, be sure it is designed to be use

Notice: If you use abrasive cleaners when cleaningglass surfaces on your vehicle, you could scratchthe glass and/or cause damage to the rear windowdef

To clean, use the following instructions:1. Saturate a lint-free, clean white cloth with water orclub soda.2. Wring the cloth to remove excess moistur

Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and OtherPlastic SurfacesA soft cloth dampened with water may be used toremove dust. If a more thorough cleaning is necessary

Washing Your VehicleThe best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish is to keepit clean by washing it often.Notice: Certain cleaners contain chemicals th

Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and othersalts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, birddroppings, chemicals from industrial ch

Removable Roof PanelNotice: If you use a glass treatment and/orconditioner that contains ethyl alcohol or ethylsulfate on the roof panel, you could da

Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheelsand TrimYour vehicle may have either aluminum orchrome-plated wheels.Keep the wheels clean using a soft clean cloth wi

Finish DamageAny stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in thefinish should be repaired right away. Bare metalwill corrode quickly and may develop in

Vehicle Care/Appearance MaterialsDescription UsagePolishing ClothWax-TreatedInterior and exteriorpolishing cloth.Tar and Road OilRemoverRemoves tar, r

Vehicle IdentificationVehicle Identification Number (VIN)This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears ona plate in the front corner of the i

Child Restraint SystemsA rear-facing infantseat (A) provides restraintwith the seating surfaceagainst the back ofthe infant.The harness system holds t

Headlamp WiringThe headlamp wiring is protected by fuses in the fuseblock. An electrical overload will cause the lamps to turnoff. If this happens, ha

You can remove fuses using the fuse puller.Fuses UsageSPARE Spare FuseSPARE Spare FuseSPARE Spare FuseFuses UsageSPARE Spare FuseTPA Tonneau Pulldown

Fuses UsageDRIV DRSWITCHDriver Door SwitchTELESWTCH/MSMTelescope Switch, Memory SeatModuleIGN SWTCH/INTR SNSRIgnition Switch, Intrusion SensorBCK/UP L

Fuses UsageTONNEAURELSETonneau ReleaseTRUNK RELSE Trunk ReleaseREAR/FOG Rear Fog LampsFUEL DRRELSEFuel Door ReleaseBLANK Not UsedBLANK Not UsedFuses U

Engine Compartment Fuse BlockThere is one fuse block in the engine compartment located on the passenger side of the vehicle. See EngineCompartment Ove

Fuse Usage1Transmission Control Module/Transmission2 Horn, Alternator Sense3 Antilock Brakes/Real Time Damping4 Wiper5 Stoplamps/Back-Up Lamps6 02 Sen

Micro-Relays Usage38 Front Fog Lamp39 High-Beam Headlamp46 Headlamp Washer55 Fuel PumpMini-Relays Usage40 Rear Defog41 Windshield Wiper High/Low42 Win

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

ApplicationCapacitiesEnglish MetricManual Transmission – Z51 4.2 qt 4.0 LManual Transmission – Z06 4.5 qt 4.3 LWheel Nut Torque 100 lb ft 140 YAll cap

Maintenance Schedule ...6-2Introduction ...6-2Maintenance Requireme

Securing an Add-On Child Restraint inthe Vehicle{CAUTION:A child can be seriously injured or killed in acrash if the child restraint is not properlyse

Maintenance ScheduleIntroductionImportant: Keep engine oil at the proper level andchange as recommended.Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The

This schedule is for vehicles that:• carry passengers and cargo within recommendedlimits. You will find these limits on the Tire andLoading Information

Scheduled MaintenanceWhen the CHANGE ENGINE OIL message comes on, itmeans that service is required for your vehicle. Haveyour vehicle serviced as soon

Scheduled MaintenanceService Maintenance I Maintenance IIChange engine oil and filter. See Engine Oil on page 5-17. Reset oil lifesystem. See Engine Oi

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

Maintenance Footnotes(a) Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for properhook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspectdisc brake pads for wea

(i) Drain, flush, and refill cooling system. This servicecan be complex; you should have your dealer/retailerperform this service. See Engine Coolant on

At Least Once a MonthTire Inspection and Inflation CheckInspect your vehicle’s tires for wear and make sure theyare inflated to the correct pressures. S

2. Firmly apply the parking brake. See Parking Brakeon page 2-34.Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately ifthe vehicle begins to move.3. With

Recommended Fluids andLubricantsFluids and lubricants identified below by name, partnumber, or specification can be obtained from yourdealer/retailer.Us

Securing the Child Within the ChildRestraint{CAUTION:A child can be seriously injured or killed in acrash if the child is not properly secured in thec

Usage Fluid/LubricantAutomaticTransmissionDEXRON®-VI AutomaticTransmission Fluid.Key LockCylindersMulti-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube(GM Part No. U.S.

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

Engine Drive Belt Routing6.2L and 7.0L Engines6-14

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 Performed6-16

Maintenance Record (cont’d)DateOdometerReadingServiced ByMaintenance I orMaintenance IIServices Performed6-17

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

Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...7-2Online Owner Center ...

Customer Assistance andInformationCustomer Satisfaction ProcedureYour satisfaction and goodwill are important toyour dealer and to Chevrolet. Normally

STEP THREE — U.S. Owners: Both General Motorsand your dealer are committed to making sure youare completely satisfied with your new vehicle.However, if

Vehicle Damage WarningsYou will also find notices in this manual.Notice: These mean there is something that coulddamage your vehicle.A notice tells abo

A top tether (A, C) anchors the top of the child restraintto the vehicle. A top tether anchor is built into thevehicle. The top tether attachment (B)

STEP THREE — Canadian Owners: In the event thatyou do not feel your concerns have been addressedafter following the procedure outlined in Steps 1 and

Online Owner CenterOnline Owner Center(United States only)The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownershipneeds. Specific vehicle information can b

Customer Assistance for TextTelephone (TTY) UsersTo assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, orspeech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTY

Overseas — Customer AssistancePlease contact the local General Motors Business Unit.Mexico, Central America and CaribbeanIslands/Countries (Except Pue

Roadside Assistance ProgramFor vehicles purchased in the U.S., call1-800-CHEV-USA (1-800-243-8872); (Text telephone(TTY): 1-888-889-2438).For vehicles

• Trip Routing Service (Canada only): Upon request,Roadside Assistance will send you detailed,computer personalized maps, highlighting yourchoice of e

Calling for AssistanceFor prompt and efficient assistance when calling, pleaseprovide the following to the Roadside AssistanceRepresentative:• Your na

Courtesy TransportationTo enhance your ownership experience, we and ourparticipating dealers are proud to offer CourtesyTransportation, a customer sup

Courtesy Rental VehicleYour dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesyrental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehiclethat you obtain if yo

Aftermarket collision parts are also available. Theseare made by companies other than GM and maynot have been tested for your vehicle. As a result,the

Top Tether Anchor Locationsi (Top Tether Anchor):Seating positions with toptether anchors.To assist you in locating thetop tether anchors, the topteth

• Give only the necessary and requested informationto police and other parties involved in the crash.Do not discuss your personal condition, mentalfra

Managing the Vehicle Damage RepairProcessIn the event that your vehicle requires damage repairs,GM recommends that you take an active role in itsrepai

Reporting Safety Defects to theCanadian GovernmentIf you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehiclehas a safety defect, notify Transport Canada

Owner InformationOwner publications are written specifically for ownersand intended to provide basic operational informationabout the vehicle. The owne

Vehicle Data Recording andPrivacyYour GM vehicle has a number of sophisticatedcomputers that record information about the vehicle’sperformance and how

This data can help provide a better understanding of thecircumstances in which crashes and injuries occur.Important: EDR data is recorded by your vehi

Navigation SystemIf your vehicle has a navigation system, use of thesystem may result in the storage of destinations,addresses, telephone numbers, and

AAccessories and Modifications ... 5-3Active Handling System ... 4-7Active Handling System L

Audio System ... 3-81Audio Steering Wheel Controls ... 3-101Diversity Antenna System ..

Chemical Paint Spotting ... 5-93Child RestraintsChild Restraint Systems ... 1-33Infants an

Securing a Child Restraint with a TopTether{CAUTION:If a LATCH-type child restraint is not attachedto anchors, the restraint will not be able toprotec

Customer Assistance Information (cont.)Reporting Safety Defects to GeneralMotors ... 7-16Reporting Sa

EngineAir Cleaner/Filter ... 5-25Check and Service Engine Soon Light ... 3-43Coolant ...

FusesEngine Compartment Fuse Block ... 5-100Fuses and Circuit Breakers ... 5-96Instrument Panel Fuse Block ...

IIgnition Positions ... 2-22Immobilizer ... 2-20Immobilizer

LightingEntry/Exit ... 3-19LightsExterior Lamps ... 3-15Flash

NNavigation System, Privacy ... 7-20Navigation/Radio System, see NavigationManual ...

PowerDoor Locks ... 2-12Electrical System ... 5-96Lumbar and Side

Roof Panel ... 2-58Installing the Roof Panel ... 2-62Removing the Roof Pa

Storage AreasCenter Console Storage Area ... 2-55Convenience Net ... 2-57Cupholder(s) ...

TractionActive Handling System ... 4-7Control System (TCS) ... 4-6Control System Warnin

If the position you areusing has a fixed headrestor head restraint andyou are using a dual tether,route the tether aroundthe headrest or headrestraint.

WheelsAlignment and Tire Balance ... 5-76Different Size ... 5-74Replacement ...

Securing a Child Restraint in theRight Front Seat PositionYour vehicle has airbags. In addition, your vehicle has apassenger sensing system which is d

If your child restraint has the LATCH system, see LowerAnchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) (Z06Models Only) on page 1-35 or Lower Anchors andTeth

4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks.Make sure the release button is positioned so youwould be able to unbuckle the safety belt qui

6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint,pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten thelap portion of the belt and feed the shou

Remove any additional material from the seat such asblankets, cushions, seat covers, seat heaters orseat massagers before reinstalling or securing the

Here are the most important things to know about theairbag system:{CAUTION:You can be severely injured or killed in a crashif you are not wearing your

Front Seats ...1-2Manual Seats ...1-2Power Seats ...

{CAUTION:Airbags inflate with great force, faster than theblink of an eye. Anyone who is up against, orvery close to, any airbag when it inflates canbe

Where Are the Airbags?The driver’s frontal airbag is in the middle of thesteering wheel.The passenger’s frontal airbag is in the instrument panelon th

If your vehicle has seat-mounted side impact airbags forthe driver and right front passenger, they are in theside of the seatbacks closest to the door

When Should an Airbag Inflate?Frontal airbags are designed to inflate in moderate tosevere frontal or near-frontal crashes to help reduce thepotential f

impact airbags will inflate if the crash severity is abovethe system’s designed threshold level. The thresholdlevel can vary with specific vehicle desig

What Will You See After an AirbagInflates?After the frontal and seat-mounted side impact airbagsinflate, they quickly deflate, so quickly that somepeople

In many crashes severe enough to inflate the airbag,windshields are broken by vehicle deformation.Additional windshield breakage may also occur from th

The passenger sensing system will turn off the rightfront passenger’s frontal airbag and seat-mounted sideimpact airbag (if equipped) under certain co

The passenger sensing system is designed to turn offthe right front passenger’s frontal airbag andseat-mounted side impact airbag (if equipped) if:• T

For some children who have outgrown child restraintsand for very small adults, the passenger sensing systemmay or may not turn off the right front pas

Front SeatsManual Seats{CAUTION:You can lose control of the vehicle if you try toadjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicleis moving. The sudden

If you ever pull the shoulder portion of the belt out allthe way, you will engage the child restraint lockingfeature. This may unintentionally cause t

Servicing Your Airbag-EquippedVehicleAirbags affect how your vehicle should be serviced.There are parts of the airbag system in several placesaround y

Adding Equipment to YourAirbag-Equipped VehicleQ: Is there anything I might add to or changeabout the vehicle that could keep the airbagsfrom working

Restraint System CheckChecking the Restraint SystemsSafety BeltsNow and then, make sure the safety belt reminder lightand all your belts, buckles, lat

Replacing Restraint System PartsAfter a Crash{CAUTION:A crash can damage the restraint systems inyour vehicle. A damaged restraint system maynot prope

Keys ...2-3Keyless Access System ...2-4Keyless Access Syst

Storage Areas ...2-55Glove Box ...2-55Cupholder(s) ...

Keys{CAUTION:Leaving children in a vehicle with the keylessaccess transmitter is dangerous for manyreasons, children or others could be badlyinjured o

The key, located inside thekeyless access transmitter,can be used for theglove box and can openthe hatch/trunk lid if vehiclepower is lost. See Hatcho

This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.Operation is subject to the following two conditions:1. This device may not cause interference.2.

Power SeatsTo adjust a power seat:• Move the control forward or rearward to adjust theseat forward or rearward.• Move the front or rear of the control

K(Unlock): Press this button to unlock the driver’sdoor. The light on the door will flash two times. Press thebutton two times within 10 seconds to unl

7. Place the new, unrecognized transmitter in theglove box transmitter pocket with the buttonsfacing towards the passenger’s side.8. Once the transmit

3. Go to the rear of the vehicle and insert the vehiclekey into the key cylinder located above the licenseplate. See Hatch on page 2-14 for more infor

A weak battery may also cause the DIC to display NOFOBS DETECTED when you try to start the vehicle.If this happens, place the transmitter in the glove

Doors and LocksDoor Locks{CAUTION:Unlocked doors can be dangerous.• Passengers — especially children — caneasily open the doors and fall out of amovin

When you have the transmitter with you, you may alsounlock and open the door by squeezing the doorhandle sensor (A). You do not have to press the unlo

From outside the vehicle, use the key in the cylinderabove the license plate to open the hatch then use thedoor release tab located on the carpet insi

Automatic Door LockYour vehicle is programmed so that, when the doors areclosed, the ignition is on and the shift lever is moved outof PARK (P) for au

Hatch{CAUTION:It can be dangerous to drive with thehatch/trunk lid open because carbon monoxide(CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You cannot see or

Hatch/Trunk Lid ReleaseThere are several ways to release the hatch/trunk lid. Ifyour vehicle has an automatic transmission, the shiftlever must be in

Heated SeatsOn vehicles with heated seats, the buttons are locatedon the center console.The ignition must be on for this feature to work.L: Press to t

Emergency Trunk Release Handle(Convertible Only)Notice: Do not use the emergency trunk releasehandle as a tie-down or anchor point when securingitems

Power WindowsThe power windowswitches are located oneach door.Pull up or press down on the front of the switch to raiseor lower the window.Retained Ac

Window IndexingThis feature automatically lowers the window a smallamount when the door is opened. When the dooris closed, the window will raise to it

Arming the SystemTo arm the system:• Press the lock button on the keyless accesstransmitter.• Open the door. Lock the door with the power doorlock swi

ImmobilizerThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.Operation is subject to the following two conditions:1. This device may not cause interf

If the vehicle does not start and the keyless accesstransmitter appears to be undamaged, try anotherkeyless access transmitter. Or, you may try placin

Front Air DamYour vehicle is equipped with a front air dam which hasminimal ground clearance.Under normal operation, the air dam will occasionallycont

9 Acc. (OFF/ACCESSORY): When the engine is onor the vehicle is in accessory power mode, it isrecommended that a manual transmission be placed inREVERS

Cell phone chargers can interfere with the operation ofthe Keyless Access System. Battery chargers shouldnot be plugged in when starting or turning of

Your vehicle has a Computer-Controlled CrankingSystem. This feature assists in starting the engine andprotects components. Once cranking has beeniniti

• On vehicles with a manual transmission, when thevehicle is on, the parking brake needs to be set torecall the memory position. Press and releasethe

To Use The Engine Coolant Heater1. Turn off the engine.2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord.The electrical cord is located on the driver’s

PARK (P): This position locks your rear wheels. It isthe best position to use when you start your enginebecause your vehicle cannot move easily.{CAUTI

NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine does notconnect with the wheels. To restart when you arealready moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. If your vehic

Manual Paddle ShiftWhile in the SPORT MODE (S) position, the paddleslocated on the steering wheel, can be used to manuallyup-shift or down-shift the t

When using the ManualPaddle Shift Feature whilein the SPORT MODE (S),the current gear will bedisplayed in the DriverInformation (DIC), or theHead-Up D

The vehicle speeds required for Manual Paddle Shiftup-shifts depend on several vehicle inputs, whichwill vary the allowed up-shift speed by a few mph

SECOND (2): Press the clutch pedal as you let up onthe accelerator pedal and shift into SECOND (2).Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you pres

This chart shows when to shift to the next higher gearfor the best fuel economy.Manual Transmission RecommendedShift Speeds in mph (km/h)EngineAcceler

Downshifting (Manual Transmission)Do not downshift into the gear shown below at a speedgreater than shown in the table:FIRST (1) 50 mph (80 km/h)SECON

Shifting Into PARK (P) (AutomaticTransmission){CAUTION:It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicleif the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) witht