Chevrolet 2007 Cobalt Spezifikationen

Seats and Restraint Systems... 1-1Front Seats... 1-2Rear Seats...

{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

Starting Procedure1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn theignition key to START. When the engine starts,let go of the key. The idle speed

Engine Coolant HeaterThe engine coolant heater, if available, can help in coldweather conditions at or below 0°F (−18°C) for easierstarting and better

Automatic Transmission OperationIf your vehicle has an automatic transmission, theshift lever is located on the console between the seats.There are se

If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressureon the shift lever and push the shift lever all the wayinto PARK (P) as you maintain brake applicati

INTERMEDIATE (I): This position is also used fornormal driving. However, it reduces vehicle speedwithout using your brakes for slight downgradeswhere

THIRD (3), FOURTH (4) and FIFTH (5): Shift intoTHIRD (3), FOURTH (4) and FIFTH (5) the same wayyou do for SECOND (2). Slowly let up on the clutchpedal

Parking BrakeThe parking brake lever is located between thefront seats.For vehicles equipped with an armrest, lift the consolearmrest in order to acce

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

Leaving Your VehicleWith the Engine Running(Automatic Transmission){CAUTION:It can be dangerous to leave your vehiclewith the engine running. Your veh

Shifting Out of PARK (P)(Automatic Transmission)This vehicle is equipped with an electronic shift lockrelease system. The shift lock release is design

Head RestraintsAdjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraintis at the same height as the top of the occupant’shead. This position reduces

Parking Over Things That Burn{CAUTION:Things that can burn could touch hot exhaustparts under your vehicle and ignite. Do notpark over papers, leaves,

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

MirrorsManual Rearview MirrorWhen you are sitting in a comfortable driving position,adjust the mirror so you can see clearly behind yourvehicle. Grip

Outside Power MirrorsThe controls for theoutside power mirrorsare located on thedriver’s door armrest.Move the selector switch located below the four-

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

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

OnStar Steering Wheel ControlsYour vehicle may have a Talk/Mute button that canbe used to interact with OnStar Hands-Free Calling.See Audio Steering W

Your ResponsibilityIncrease the radio volume if you cannot hear theOnStar advisor. If the light next to the OnStar buttonsis red, this means that your

SunroofOn vehicles with asunroof, the switchthat operates it islocated on theheadliner betweenthe map lamps.The sunroof will only operate while the ig

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

Easy Entry Seat (Coupe){CAUTION:If the easy entry right front seat is not locked,it can move. In a sudden stop or crash, theperson sitting there could

Brake System Warning Light ...3-31Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light ...3-32Enhanced Traction System Indicator/Warning

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Instrument Panel Overview3-4

The main components of the instrument panel are the following:A. Side Window Outlets. See Climate Control Systemon page 3-18.B. Air Outlets. See Outle

Hazard Warning FlashersThe hazard warning flashers let you warn the police andothers that you have a problem. The front and rearturn signal lamps will

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

Headlamp High/Low-Beam ChangerTo change the headlamps from low beam to highbeam, push the turn signal lever away from you.When the high beams areon, t

x(Delay): While the lever is in the intermittentposition, turn the intermittent adjust band with thissymbol on it up or down to select a shorter or lo

Cruise ControlWith cruise control, a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h)or more can be maintained without keeping your footon the accelerator. This can re

RES+ (Resume): Press this button to resume a setspeed and to accelerate the speed.SET– (Set): Press this button to set a speed and todecrease the spee

Rear SeatsSplit Folding Rear SeatYou can fold either side of the rear seatback down formore cargo space.To lower the rear seatback, follow these steps

Passing Another Vehicle While UsingCruise ControlUse the accelerator pedal to increase the vehicle’s speed.When you take your foot off the pedal, the

This position must be selected in order for the WiperActivated Headlamps to be activated. See WiperActivated Headlamps on page 3-13.P(Off/On): When op

Fog LampsIf equipped, the fog lampbutton is located on theinstrument panel, to the leftof the steering wheel.The ignition must be on to turn your fog

Dome LampYour vehicle may have a dome lamp.9(Off): Move the lever to this position to turn thelamp off, even when a door is opened.1(Door): Move the l

The battery can be discharged at idle if the electricalloads are very high. This is true for all vehicles.This is because the generator (alternator) m

Certain electrical accessories may not be compatiblewith the accessory power outlet and could resultin blown vehicle or adapter fuses. If you experien

Climate ControlsClimate Control SystemThe heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle canbe controlled with this system.OperationTo change the c

Temperature Control: Turn the right knob clockwiseor counterclockwise to increase or decrease thetemperature inside the vehicle.h(Recirculation): Pres

Defogging and DefrostingFog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity(moisture) condensing on the cool window glass.This can be minimized

Outlet AdjustmentUse the thumbwheels located next to and below the airoutlets to change the direction of the airflow and toopen and close the outlets.O

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

3. Open the passenger compartment air filter door byreaching through the opening in the back of theglove box and raising the tab until the door can beo

Warning Lights, Gages, andIndicatorsThis section describes the warning lights and gages onyour vehicle.Warning lights and gages can signal that someth

Instrument Panel ClusterYour instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You will know howfast you a

Speedometer and OdometerYour speedometer lets you see your speed in bothmiles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h).Your vehicle’s odometer wo

Safety Belt RemindersSafety Belt Reminder LightWhen the engine is started, a chime will come on forseveral seconds to remind people to fasten their sa

Airbag Readiness LightThere is an airbag readiness light on the instrumentpanel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol.The system checks the airbag’s

Passenger Airbag Status IndicatorYour vehicle has the passenger sensing system.Your instrument panel has a passenger airbag statusindicator.When you s

{CAUTION:Even though the passenger sensing systemis designed to turn off the right frontpassenger’s frontal airbag if the systemdetects a rear-facing

Charging System LightThis light will come onbriefly when you turn onthe ignition, and the engineis not running, as a checkto show it is working.Then it

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

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

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)Warning LightFor vehicles with theAntilock Brake System(ABS), this light comes onbriefly when the engineis started.That is

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)/Traction Control System (TCS)Indicator/Warning LightThis light is located in thecenter of the instrumentpanel clust

Engine Coolant TemperatureWarning LightThe engine coolanttemperature warning lightwill come on when theengine has overheated.If this happens you shoul

When the Light Flashes First and Thenis SolidThis indicates that there may be a problem with theTire Pressure Monitor System. The light flashesfor abou

This light comes on, as a check to show it is working,when the ignition is turned ON/RUN but the engine is notrunning. If the light does not come on,

Have you recently changed brands of fuel?If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel.See Gasoline Octane on page 5-5. Poor fuel qualitycause

Oil Pressure Light{CAUTION:Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low.If you do, your engine can become so hot thatit catches fire. You or others c

Fog Lamp LightThe fog lamp light willcome on when the foglamps are in use.The light will go out when the fog lamps are turned off.See Fog Lamps on pag

Driver Information Center (DIC)Your vehicle has a Driver Information Center (DIC).The DIC display gives you the status of many of yourvehicle’s system

TRIP A or TRIP BPress the information button until TRIP A or TRIP Bdisplay. These modes show the current distancetraveled since the last reset for eac

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

AV (Average) SPEEDPress the information button until AV SPEED displays.This mode shows the vehicle’s average speed inmiles per hour (mph) or kilometer

DIC Warnings and MessagesThese messages appear if there is a problem detectedin one of your vehicle’s systems.A message clears when the vehicle’s cond

COOLING MODE ONThis message may display on some vehicles. Undersevere conditions, hot ambient temperatures, steepgrades, and towing, your vehicle may

ESC (Electronic Stability Control) NOTREADYIf your vehicle has Electronic Stability Control (ESC),this message may display briefly after starting theve

LOW TRACTIONIf your vehicle has the Enhanced Traction System (ETS)or Traction Control System (TCS), this messagedisplays and the ETS light or the ESC/

SERVICE TRACTIONIf your vehicle has the Enhanced Traction System (ETS)or Traction Control System (TCS), this messagedisplays and a chime sounds when t

TRACTION OFFIf your vehicle has the Enhanced Traction System (ETS)or Traction Control System (TCS), this messagedisplays and the ETS light or the ESC/

Personalization Menu ModesOIL LIFE RESETWhen this feature is displayed, you can reset the engineoil life system. To reset the system, see Engine OilLi

LOCK HORNIf your vehicle has Remote Keyless Entry (RKE),this feature, which allows the vehicle’s horn to chirpevery time the lock button on the RKE tr

LIGHT FLASHIf your vehicle has Remote Keyless Entry (RKE), thisfeature, which allows the vehicle’s exterior hazard/turnsignal lighting to flash every 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

AUTO UNLK (Unlock)This feature, which allows the vehicle to automaticallyunlock certain doors, can be enabled or disabled.When AUTO UNLK appears on th

EXT (Exterior) LIGHTSIf your vehicle has Remote Keyless Entry (RKE), thisfeature, which allows the vehicle’s exterior perimeterlighting to turn on eac

Audio System(s)Determine which radio your vehicle has and then read thepages following to familiarize yourself with its features.{CAUTION:This system

Your vehicle has a feature called Retained AccessoryPower (RAP). With RAP, the audio system can beplayed even after the ignition is turned off. See Re

With Date DisplaySingle CD (MP3) PlayerThis type of radio has a H button for setting the timeand date.To set the time and date, follow these instructi

Six-Disc CD (MP3) PlayerThis type of radio has a MENU button instead oftheH button to set the time and date.To set the time and date, follow these ins

Radio(s)Radio with CD (Base)Radio with CD (MP3) shown,Radio with Six-Disc CD (MP3) similar3-58

Radio Data System (RDS)Your radio may have a Radio Data System (RDS).The RDS feature is available for use only on FM stationsthat broadcast RDS inform

Finding a StationBAND: Press this button to switch between FM1 andFM2, AM, or XM™ (if equipped). The selection displays.f (Tune): Turn to select radio

Storing a Radio Station as a FavoriteDrivers are encouraged to set up their radio stationfavorites while the vehicle is parked. Tune to yourfavorite s

Questions and Answers AboutSafety BeltsQ: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a crash ifI am wearing a safety belt?A: You could be — whether you ar

Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)(Radio with CD (Base Only))BASS/TREB (Bass/Treble): To adjust the bass ortreble, press thef knob until the desired tone

Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)BAL/FADE (Balance/Fade): To adjust balance orfade, press thef knob until the speaker control labelsdisplay. Conti

Undesired XM™ categories can be removed throughthe setup menu. To remove an undesired category,perform the following:1. Press the MENU button to displ

Radio Messages for XM OnlySee XM Radio Messages on page 3-74 later in thissection for further detail.Playing a CD (Single CD Player)Insert a CD partwa

Care of Your CDsIf playing a CD-R, the sound quality can be reduceddue to CD-R quality, the method of recording, the qualityof the music that has been

f (Tune): Turn to select tracks on the CD currentlyplaying.©SEEK ¨: Press the left arrow to go to the start ofthe current track, if more than ten seco

4 (Information) (Radio with CD (Base)): Press toswitch the display between the track number, elapsedtime of the track, and the time. When the ignition

Using the Auxiliary Input JackYour radio system has an auxiliary input jack located onthe lower right side of the faceplate. This is not anaudio outpu

MP3 FormatIf you burn your own MP3 disc on a personal computer:• Make sure the MP3 files are recorded on a CD-Ror CD-RW disc.• Do not mix standard audi

Root DirectoryThe root directory of the CD-R or CD-RW is treated asa folder. If the root directory has compressed audiofiles, the directory displays as

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

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

sREV (Reverse): Press and hold this button toreverse playback quickly within an MP3 file. You willhear sound at a reduced volume. Release this button t

To change from playback by artist to playback byalbum, press the pushbutton located below the Sort Bylabel. From the sort screen, push one of the butt

No Artist Info: No artist information is available at thistime on this channel. The system is working properly.No Title Info: No song title informatio

Audio Steering Wheel ControlsRadio controls are locatedon the inboard side of thesteering wheel. If yourvehicle has this feature,some audio controlsca

FM StereoFM stereo gives the best sound, but FM signals onlyreach about 10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 km). Tall buildingsor hills can interfere with FM sig

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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

Police records show that almost 40 percent of all motorvehicle-related deaths involve alcohol. In most cases,these deaths are the result of someone wh

GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem,CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem, and thename COBALT are registered trademarks of GeneralMotors Corporation.This manu

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

BrakingSee Brake System Warning Light on page 3-31.Braking action involves perception time and reactiontime. First, you have to decide to push on the

Antilock Brake System (ABS)Your vehicle might have the Antilock Brake System(ABS), an advanced electronic braking system that willhelp prevent a braki

Braking in EmergenciesAt some time, nearly every driver gets into a situationthat requires hard braking.If you have ABS, you can steer and brake at th

This light flashes while thetraction control system islimiting wheel spin.You may feel or hear the system working, but this isnormal.See Electronic Sta

Traction Control OperationTraction control limits wheel spin by reducing enginepower to the wheels (engine speed management)and by applying brakes to

Enhanced Traction System (ETS)Your vehicle may have an Enhanced Traction System(ETS) that limits wheel spin. This is especially useful inslippery road

If the ETS indicator/warning light comes on and stayson for an extended period of time when the transmissionshift lever is in any position other than

If the system fails to turn on or activate, the ESC/TCSlight comes on, and the ESC OFF and/or SERVICE ESCmessage displays.For more information, see Dr

The ESC/TCS button islocated on the instrumentpanel.The traction control system can be turned off or back onby pressing the ESC/TCS button. To disable

The electric power steering system does not requireregular maintenance. If you suspect steering systemproblems and/or the POWER STEERING messagecomes

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

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. After reviewing yourwarran

Driving in Rain and on Wet RoadsRain and wet roads can reduce vehicle tractionand affect your ability to stop and accelerate. Alwaysdrive slower in th

Other Rainy Weather TipsBesides slowing down, other wet weather driving tipsinclude:• Allow extra following distance.• Pass with caution.• Keep windsh

Highway HypnosisAlways be alert and pay attention to your surroundingswhile driving. If you become tired or sleepy, find asafe place to park your vehic

{CAUTION:Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with theignition off is dangerous. The brakes will haveto do all the work of slowing down and theycould g

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

Accelerate gently. Try not to break the fragile traction.If you accelerate too fast, the drive wheels will spin andpolish the surface under the tires

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

If You Are Caught in a BlizzardIf you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in aserious situation. You should probably stay with yourvehicle unless

{CAUTION:Snow can trap exhaust gases under yourvehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbonmonoxide) gas to get inside. CO couldovercome you and kill you

If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand,Mud, Ice, or SnowSlowly and cautiously spin the wheels to free yourvehicle when stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. See

Loading Your VehicleIt is very important to know how much weight yourvehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehiclecapacity weight and includes

The Tire and Loading Information label also showsthe tire size of the original equipment tires (C) andthe recommended cold tire inflation pressures (D)

Item Description TotalAVehicle CapacityWeight forExample 1 =1,000 lbs(453 kg)BSubtract OccupantWeight 150 lbs(68 kg) × 2 =300 lbs (136 kg)CAvailable O

Item Description TotalAVehicle CapacityWeight forExample 3 =1,000 lbs(453 kg)BSubtract OccupantWeight 200 lbs(91 kg) × 5 =1,000 lbs(453 kg)CAvailable

And, if you do have a heavy load, you shouldspread it out. See “Steps for Determining CorrectLoad Limit” earlier in this section.{CAUTION:Do not load

TowingTowing Your VehicleConsult your dealer/retailer or a professional towingservice if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed.See Roadside Ass

Dinghy TowingYou may dinghy tow your vehicle from the front followingthese steps:1. Set the parking brake.2. Turn the ignition key to ACC/ACCESSORY to

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

Dolly TowingYour vehicle cannot be dolly towed, but can be dinghytowed. See “Dinghy Towing” earlier in this section.Notice: Dolly towing your vehicle

Your vehicle can tow a trailer if it is equipped with theproper trailer towing equipment. If your vehicle is notequipped as stated above, do not tow a

Three important considerations have to do with weight:• The weight of the trailer• The weight of the trailer tongue• The total weight on your vehicle’

After you have loaded your trailer, weigh the trailer andthen the tongue, separately, to see if the weights areproper. If they are not, you may be abl

Driving with a TrailerTowing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience.Before setting out for the open road, you will want toget to know your

Turn Signals When Towing a TrailerWhen you tow a trailer, your vehicle may need adifferent turn signal flasher and/or extra wiring. Checkwith your deal

Parking on Hills{CAUTION:You really should not park your vehicle, with atrailer attached, on a hill. If something goeswrong, your rig could start to m

When You Are Ready to Leave AfterParking on a Hill1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal downwhile you:• Start your engine.• Shift into a gea

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

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

Tire Pressure Monitor Operation ...5-59Tire Inspection and Rotation ...5-63When It Is Time for New Tires ...

ServiceFor service and parts needs, visit your dealer/retailer.You will receive genuine GM parts and GM-trainedand supported 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

If you want to do some of your own service work,you should use the proper service manual. It tellsyou much more about how to service your vehiclethan

If your vehicle has the 2.4L L4 engine (VIN Code B),use premium unleaded gasoline with a posted octanerating of 91 or higher. You can also use regular

AdditivesTo provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United Statesare now required to contain additives that help preventengine and fuel system depos

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

{CAUTION:Fuel can spray out on you if you open thefuel cap too quickly. If you spill fuel and thensomething ignites it, you could be badly burned.This

Filling a Portable Fuel Container{CAUTION:Never fill a portable fuel container while itis in your vehicle. Static electricity dischargefrom the contain

Hood ReleaseTo open the hood, do the following.1. Pull the interior hoodrelease lever withthis symbol on it.It is located underthe instrument panelon

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

Engine Compartment OverviewWhen you open the hood on the 2.2L L4 engine (2.4L L4 engine similar), here is what you will see:5-12

A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine AirCleaner/Filter on page 5-18.B. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When to Add Engine Oil”under Engine Oil on page 5

When to Add Engine OilIf the oil is below the MIN (minimum) mark, add at leastone quart/liter of the recommended oil. This sectionexplains what kind o

What Kind of Engine Oil to UseLook for three things:• GM6094MYour vehicle’s engine requires oil meetingGM Standard GM6094M. Look for and useonly an oi

If you are in an area of extreme cold, where thetemperature falls below −20°F (−29°C), it isrecommended that you use either an SAE 5W-30synthetic oil

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

Engine Air Cleaner/FilterSee Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 forthe location of the engine air cleaner/filter.When to Inspect the EngineAir Cl

Automatic Transmission FluidIt is not necessary to check the transmission fluidlevel. A transmission fluid leak is the only reason forfluid loss. If a le

Hydraulic ClutchThe hydraulic clutch linkage in your vehicle isself-adjusting. This system does not have its ownreservoir. It receives fluid from the b

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

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

Checking CoolantThe coolant surge tank is located in the enginecompartment on the driver’s side of the vehicle.See Engine Compartment Overview on page

{CAUTION:You can be burned if you spill coolant on hotengine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol,and it will burn if the engine parts are hotenoug

If No Steam Is Coming FromYour EngineAn engine coolant temperature warning can indicatea serious problem. See Engine Coolant TemperatureWarning Light

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

The coolant level should be at the COLD FILL line.If it is not, you may have a leak at the pressure capor in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiato

2.2L and 2.4L L4 EnginesIf no coolant is visible in the coolant surge tank, addcoolant as follows:{CAUTION:Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooli

{CAUTION:You can be burned if you spill coolant on hotengine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycoland it will burn if the engine parts are hotenough

3. Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture,to the COLD FILL line on the tank. Wait aboutfive minutes, then check to see if the level is bel

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

BrakesBrake FluidThe brake mastercylinder and, on manualtransmission vehicles,the clutch hydraulic systemuse the same reservoir.The reservoir is filled

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

What to AddWhen you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brakefluid. Use new brake fluid from a sealed containeronly. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricant

{CAUTION:The brake wear warning sound means that soonthe brakes will not work well. That could lead toan accident. When you hear the brake wearwarning

Replacing Brake System PartsThe braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its manyparts have to be of top quality and work well together ifthe vehicle i

{CAUTION:Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerousbecause:• They contain acid that can burn you.• They contain gas that can explode or ignite.• Th

4. Open the hood on the other vehicle and locatethe positive (+) and negative (−) terminal locationson that vehicle.You will not see the battery of yo

{CAUTION:Using a match near a battery can cause batterygas to explode. People have been hurt doingthis, and some have been blinded. Use aflashlight if

7. Do not let the other end touch metal. Connectit to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery.Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicleh

To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles,do the following:1. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from thevehicle that had the dead batte

To adjust the vertical aim on the headlamps:1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 5-11for more information.2. Locate the aim dot on the lens of t

7. Locate the vertical headlamp aiming screws, whichare under the hood near each headlamp assembly.The adjustment screw can be turned with a6 mm socke

4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks.Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure.If the belt is not long enough, see Safet

Bulb ReplacementFor the proper type of replacement bulbs,see Replacement Bulbs on page 5-47.For any bulb changing procedure not listed inthis section,

To replace one of these bulbs:1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 5-11for more information.2. Remove the two hex bolts from the headlampassembl

Center High-Mounted Stoplamp(CHMSL)To replace a CHMSL bulb:1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on page 2-13 formore information.2. Locate the CHMSL bulb asse

3. Disconnect the wiring harness by lifting up on thetab to release and pull it straight out.4. Remove the taillamp bulb socket from the assemblyby tu

Back-Up Lamps (Coupe)To replace a back-up lamp bulb:1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on page 2-13 formore information.2. Locate the back-up lamp bulb asse

License Plate LampTo replace one of these bulbs:1. Remove the two screws holding each of the licenseplate lamps.2. Turn and pull the license plate lam

Windshield Wiper BladeReplacementWindshield wiper blades should be inspected forwear or cracking. See Scheduled Maintenanceon page 6-4 for more inform

TiresYour new vehicle comes with high-quality tiresmade by a leading tire manufacturer. If youever have questions about your tire warrantyand where to

Tire Sidewall LabelingUseful information about a tire is molded into itssidewall. The examples below show a typicalpassenger vehicle tire and a compac

(D) Tire Identification Number (TIN): The lettersand numbers following DOT (Department ofTransportation) code is the Tire IdentificationNumber (TIN). Th

To unlatch the belt, push the button on the buckle.The belt should go back out of the way.Before you close a door, be sure the belt is out of theway.

(B) Tire Ply Material: The type of cord andnumber of plies in the sidewall and under the tread.(C) Tire Identification Number (TIN): The lettersand num

(B) Tire Width: The three-digit number indicatesthe tire section width in millimeters from sidewallto sidewall.(C) Aspect Ratio: A two-digit number th

Curb Weight: The weight of a motor vehicle withstandard and optional equipment including themaximum capacity of fuel, oil, and coolant,but without pas

Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: A tire used onpassenger cars and some light duty trucks andmultipurpose vehicles.Recommended Inflation Pressure: Vehiclemanu

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

How to CheckUse a good quality pocket-type gage to checktire pressure. You cannot tell if your tires areproperly inflated simply by looking at them.Rad

Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for propertire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility tomaintain correct tire pressure, even

Tire Pressure Monitor OperationThe Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) is designedto warn the driver when a low tire pressure conditionexists. TPMS se

TPMS Malfunction Light and MessageThe TPMS will not function properly if one or more ofthe TPMS sensors are missing or inoperable. Whenthe system dete

TPMS Sensor Matching ProcessEach TPMS sensor has a unique identification code.Any time you replace one or more of the TPMS sensorsor rotate the vehicle

Using this ManualMany people read the owner manual from beginningto end when they first receive their new vehicle tolearn about the vehicle’s features

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

7. The passenger side rear turn signal comes on toindicate that corner sensor is ready to be learned.Proceed to the passenger side rear tire andrepeat

7. The passenger side front turn signal comes on toindicate that corner sensor is ready to be learned.Proceed to the passenger side front tire andrepe

Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate the tiresas soon as possible and check wheel alignment.Also check for damaged tires or wheels. SeeWhen It Is

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

Buying New TiresGM has developed and matched specific tiresfor your vehicle. The original equipment tiresinstalled on your vehicle, when it was new,wer

{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

Different Size Tires and WheelsIf you add wheels or tires that are a different size thanyour original equipment wheels and tires, this mayaffect the w

TreadwearThe treadwear grade is a comparative ratingbased on the wear rate of the tire when testedunder controlled conditions on a specifiedgovernment

Wheel Alignment and Tire BalanceThe tires and wheels on your vehicle were alignedand balanced carefully at the factory to give youthe longest tire lif

{CAUTION:Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheelbolts, or wheel nuts on your vehicle can bedangerous. It could affect the braking andhandling of you

2. Place the guide over the belt and insert the twoedges of the belt into the slots of the guide.3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies fl

Tire Chains{CAUTION:If your vehicle has P205/55R16 or P205/50R17size tires, do not use tire chains. They candamage your vehicle because there is noten

If a Tire Goes FlatIt is unusual for a tire to blowout while you are driving,especially if you maintain your vehicle’s tires properly.If air goes out

Changing a Flat TireIf a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheeldamage by driving slowly to a level place.Turn on your hazard warning flashers.{CAU

When you have a flat tire, use the following example asa guide to assist you in the placement of wheel blocks.The following information will tell you h

A. CoverB. RetainerC. Spare TireD. Wing NutE. Jack and Wheel WrenchF. Bolt5-76

3. Remove the retainer (B) that holds down thespare tire. See Compact Spare Tire on page 5-94for more information.4. Remove the spare tire (C) by gent

A. RetainerB. Jack and Wheel WrenchC. Spare TireD. Foam SupportE. Bolt3. Remove the retainer (A) that holds down the jack,wheel wrench (B) and spare t

You will need to turn the plastic wheel nutcounterclockwise to loosen the wheel wrenchfrom the jack.Press the button and then pull on the end of the w

Removing the Flat Tire and Installingthe Spare Tire (Sport Model)Sport Model OnlyThe Sport Model has larger performance brakes thanthe Base Model. The

3. Using the flat end of the wheel wrench, pry alongthe edge of the rear wheel cover until it comes off.Store the wheel cover in the trunk until the fla

{CAUTION:A safety belt that is not properly worn maynot provide the protection needed in a crash.The person wearing the belt could be seriouslyinjured

7. Put the compact spare tire near the rear tire.{CAUTION:Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up isdangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack,

{CAUTION:Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts towhich it is fastened, can make wheel nutsbecome loose after time. The wheel couldcome off and caus

{CAUTION:Incorrect or improperly tightened wheelnuts can cause the wheel to come loose andeven come off. This could lead to a crash.If you have to rep

To change the front flat tire:Front Flat Tire Changing Procedure:1. Perform a rear tire change by removing the rear tireand installing the compact spar

6. Position the jack lift head at the jack locationnearest the flat tire. The front location is about8 inches (20 cm) behind the front wheel opening.No

10. Remove all of thewheel nuts.11. Remove any rust or dirtfrom the wheel bolts,mounting surfaces,and spare wheel.{CAUTION:Rust or dirt on a wheel, or

13. Reinstall the wheel nuts with the rounded end ofthe nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each nut byhand until the wheel is held against the hub.14. Low

Removing the Flat Tire andInstalling the Spare Tire(All Models Except Sport)1. Do a safety check is done before proceeding.See Changing a Flat Tire on

5. Position the jack lift head at the jack locationnearest the flat tire. The front location is about8 inches (20 cm) behind the front wheel opening.Th

9. Remove all ofthe wheel nutsand flat tire.{CAUTION:Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to whichit is fastened, can make wheel nuts becomeloose a

Safety Belt Use During PregnancySafety belts work for everyone, including pregnantwomen. Like all occupants, they are more likely to beseriously injur

{CAUTION:Incorrect or improperly tightened wheel nutscan cause the wheel to come loose and evencome off. This could lead to a crash. If you haveto rep

Storing a Flat or Spare Tireand Tools{CAUTION:Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in thepassenger compartment of the vehicle couldcause injury.

A. CoverB. RetainerC. Jack and Wheel WrenchD. Stow BoltExtension RodE. Spare TireF. Foam SupportG. BoltTo store a flat or spare tire and tools:1. Remov

After installing the compact spare on the vehicle, stopas soon as possible and make sure the spare tireis correctly inflated. The compact spare is made

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:1. Saturate a lint-free, clean white cloth with wateror club soda.2. Wring the cloth to remove excess moisture.3. Start on the outside edge o

Instrument Panel, Vinyl, andOther Plastic 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 tokeep it clean by washing it often.Notice: Certain cleaners contain chemicals th

If your vehicle has a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish,the clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to thecolored basecoat. Always use waxes and polishes th

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

Child RestraintsOlder ChildrenOlder children who have outgrown booster seats shouldwear the vehicle’s safety belts.The manufacturer’s instructions tha

Sheet Metal DamageIf the vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metalrepair or replacement, make sure the body repair shopapplies anti-corrosion materi

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 appearson a plate in the front corner of the i

Electrical SystemAdd-On Electrical EquipmentNotice: Do not add anything electrical to yourvehicle unless you check with your dealer/retailerfirst. Some

Fuses and Circuit BreakersThe wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected fromshort circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakersand fusible

Fuses Usage1 Fuse Puller2 Empty3 Empty4 Empty5 Empty6 Amplifier7 Cluster8 Ignition Switch, PASS-Key®III+9 Stoplamp10Heating, Ventilation, AirConditioni

Fuses Usage17 Window Retained Accessory Power18 Empty19Electric Power Steering,Steering Wheel Control20 Sunroof21 Spare22 Empty23 Audio System24 XM Ra

Fuses UsageSPARES SparesBlank BlankBlank BlankREAR DEFOG Rear DefoggerCOOL FAN2 Engine Cooling Fan High SpeedCRNK StarterCOOL FAN 1 Engine Cooling Fan

Fuses UsageEXH Exhaust EmissionsENG VLV SOL Engine Valve SolenoidINJ InjectorsAIR SOL Air SolenoidBlank BlankPCM/ECMPowertrain Control Module/Engine C

Relays UsageREAR DEFOG Rear DefoggerAIR SOL(TURBO:COOL FAN 2)Air Solenoid (L61)/Engine Cooling Fan 2 (LNF)WPR HI/LO Windshield Wiper High/Low SpeedCRN

Q: What is the proper way to wear safety belts?A: An older child should wear a lap-shoulder belt andget the additional restraint a shoulder belt canpr

Capacities and SpecificationsThe following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. Please refer to Recommended Fluidsand Lu

ApplicationCapacitiesEnglish Metric2.4L Engine sold new in all states. 13.0 gal 49.2 LTransmission, Automatic (Complete Drain and Refill) 7.0 qt 6.6 LT

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

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 OIL SOON message in the DriverInformation Center (DIC) comes on, it means thatservice is required for your vehicl

Scheduled MaintenanceService Maintenance I Maintenance IIChange engine oil and filter. See Engine Oil on page 5-13. 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

{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

(h) Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if thevehicle is mainly driven under one or more of theseconditions:− In heavy city traffic where the

Engine Coolant Level CheckCheck the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL®coolant mixture if necessary. See Engine Coolanton page 5-20.Windshield Wash

Automatic Transmission Shift LockControl System Check{CAUTION:When you are doing this inspection, thevehicle could move suddenly. If the vehiclemoves,

Parking Brake and AutomaticTransmission Park (P) MechanismCheck{CAUTION:When you are doing this check, your vehiclecould begin to move. You or others

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

Usage Fluid/LubricantKey LockCylindersMulti-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, inCanada 10953474).ManualTransmissionShift Linkage

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

Engine Drive Belt RoutingBelt routing for air conditioning option shown. Dottedline shows routing for vehicles without air conditioningoption.2.2L L4

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 Performed6-17

{CAUTION:Children can be seriously injured or strangled ifa shoulder belt is wrapped around their neckand the safety belt continues to tighten. Neverl

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

Although you may be required to resort to this informaldispute resolution program prior to filing a court action,use of the program is free of charge a

Online Owner Center(United States only)The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownershipneeds. Specific vehicle information can be found inone place

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 andCaribbean Islands/Countries(Except Puer

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

• Flat Tire Change: Installation of a spare tire in goodcondition, when equipped and properly inflated, iscovered at no charge. The customer is respons

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

{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

Scheduling Service AppointmentsWhen your vehicle requires warranty service, contactyour dealer/retailer and request an appointment.By scheduling a ser

Public Transportation or FuelReimbursementIf your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs, andpublic transportation is used instead of the dealer’

Collision Damage RepairIf your vehicle is involved in a collision and it isdamaged, have the damage repaired by a qualifiedtechnician using the proper

Insuring Your VehicleProtect your investment in your GM vehicle withcomprehensive and collision insurance coverage.There are significant differences in

• Gather the important information you will need fromthe other driver. Things like name, address, phonenumber, driver’s license number, vehicle licens

Reporting Safety DefectsReporting Safety Defects to theUnited States GovernmentIf you believe that your vehicle has a defect whichcould cause a crash

Service Publications OrderingInformationService ManualsService Manuals have the diagnosis and repairinformation on engines, transmission, axle suspens

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

To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment isrequired, and access to the vehicle or the EDR isneeded. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer,

AAccessories and Modifications ... 5-3Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-EquippedVehicle ...

{CAUTION:Newborn infants need complete support,including support for the head and neck.This is necessary because a newborn infant’sneck is weak and it

Audio System ... 3-54Audio Steering Wheel Controls ... 3-76Fixed Mast Antenna ...

CD, MP3 ... 3-69Center Console Storage Area ... 2-43Center High-Mounted St

Cooling System ... 5-25Cruise Control ... 3-10Cupholder(s) ...

EEasy Entry Seat ... 1-8EDR ... 7-17Electrical S

Fuel ... 5-5Additives ... 5-7California

Horn ... 3-6How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ... 1-15Hydraulic Clutch ...

LightingEntry/Exit ... 3-15Lights ... 3-12Fla

Mirrors (cont.)Outside Manual Mirror ... 2-38Outside Power Mirrors ... 2-39Outside Remot

PASS-Key®III+ ... 2-19PASS-Key®III+ Operation ... 2-20Perchlorate Materials Re

SSafety BeltReminder Light ... 3-26Safety BeltsCare of ...

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

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

Starting the Engine ... 2-25Steering ... 4-12Steering Wheel

TowingRecreational Vehicle ... 4-32Towing a Trailer ... 4-34Your Vehicle ...

WheelsAlignment and Tire Balance ... 5-70Different Size ... 5-68Replacement ...

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

Where to Put the RestraintAccident statistics show that children are safer if theyare restrained in the rear rather than the front seat.We recommend t

When securing a child restraint in a rear seatingposition, study the instructions that came with your childrestraint to make sure it is compatible wit

Lower AnchorsLower anchors (A) are metal bars built into the vehicle.There are two lower anchors for each LATCH seatingposition that will accommodate

Some child restraints that have a top tether are designedfor use with or without the top tether being attached.Others require the top tether always to

To assist you in locatingthe top tether anchors, thetop tether anchor symbolis located on the cover.The top tether anchors are located under the cover

Securing a Child Restraint Designed forthe LATCH System{CAUTION:If a LATCH-type child restraint is not attachedto anchors, the restraint will not be a

{CAUTION:Children can be seriously injured or strangledif a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neckand the safety belt continues to tighten.Secure

2.4. Route, attach, and tighten the top tetheraccording to your child restraint instructionsand the following instructions:If the position you areusin

Front Seats ...1-2Manual Seats ...1-2Seat Height Adjus

Securing a Child Restraint in aRear Seat PositionWhen securing a child restraint in a rear seatingposition, study the instructions that came with your

3. 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

5. 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 sho

Securing a Child Restraint in theRight Front Seat PositionYour vehicle has airbags. A rear seat is a safer place tosecure a forward-facing child restr

If your child restraint has the LATCH system, see LowerAnchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 1-39for how to install your child restraint us

5. 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

7. 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

Airbag SystemYour vehicle has the following airbags:• A frontal airbag for the driver.• A frontal airbag for the right front passengerYour vehicle may

{CAUTION:Frontal airbags are designed to deploy inmoderate to severe frontal and near frontalcrashes. They are not designed to inflate inrollover, rear

{CAUTION:Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer the bestprotection for adults, but not for youngchildren and infants. Neither the vehicle’ssafety belt

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

Where Are the Airbags?The driver’s frontal airbag is in the middle of thesteering wheel.The right front passenger’s airbag is in the instrumentpanel o

If your vehicle has roof-rail airbags for the driver, rightfront passenger, and second row outboard passengers,they are in the ceiling above the side

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

Roof-rail airbags are not intended to inflate in frontalimpacts, near-frontal impacts, rollovers, or rear impacts.A roof-rail airbag is intended to dep

What Will You See After anAirbag Inflates?After the frontal airbags inflate, they quickly deflate,so quickly that some people may not even realizean airb

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 under certain conditions.The driver’s airbags are not part of the

The passenger sensing system is designed to turn offthe right front passenger’s frontal airbag if:• The right front passenger seat is unoccupied.• The

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

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

Seat Height AdjusterThe driver’s seat height adjuster is located on theoutboard side of the seat.To raise the seat, move the lever upward repeatedlyun

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

or trim, or with GM covers, upholstery or trimdesigned for a different vehicle. Any object, such asan aftermarket seat heater or a comfort enhancingpa

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 systemmay not prope

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Keys ...2-3Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...2-4Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)

Mirrors ...2-38Manual Rearview Mirror ...2-38Manual Rearview Mir

Keys{CAUTION:Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignitionkey is dangerous for many reasons, childrenor others could be badly injured or even killed

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)SystemIf the vehicle has the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)system, it operates on a radio frequency subjectto Federal Communicat

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)System OperationThe Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter functionswill work up to 195 feet (60 m) away, however, theoperat

Heated SeatsYour vehicle may have heated front seats. The switchesare located on the instrument panel above the climatecontrol system.Press the side o

If enabled through the DIC, and it is dark enough outside,the vehicle’s high-beam headlamps, parking lamps,and back-up lamps will turn on each timeK o

To replace the battery in the RKE transmitter:1. Separate the halves of the transmitter with a flat,thin object inserted into the notch on the side.2.

After your vehicle’s engine has been started two timesusing the remote vehicle start button, the vehicle’signition switch must be turned to ON/RUN and

To manually shut off a remote start, do any of thefollowing. The parking lamps will turn off to indicatethe engine is off.• Aim the RKE transmitter at

Doors and LocksDoor Locks{CAUTION:Unlocked doors can be dangerous.• Passengers, especially children, can easilyopen the doors and fall out of a moving

Press the side of the switch with the lock symbol to lockthe doors. This is the right side for the driver’s switchand the left side for the front pass

Rear Door Security Locks (Sedan)Your vehicle has rear door security locks.These prevent passengers from opening therear doors from the inside.The rear

Lockout ProtectionIf your vehicle has power door locks, it will have thisfeature. If you press the power door lock switchwhen the key is in the igniti

Remote Trunk ReleaseTo open the trunk frominside the vehicle, pressthe remote trunk releasebutton located insidethe driver’s storagecompartment locate

Windows{CAUTION:Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in avehicle with the windows closed is dangerous.They can be overcome by the extreme heatan

Your seats have manual reclining seatbacks. The leverused to operate them is located on the outboard sideof the seats.To recline the seatback, do the

Power Windows{CAUTION:Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignitionkey is dangerous for many reasons, childrenor others could be badly injured or ev

Express-Down WindowThe driver’s window switch has an express-downfeature which allows the window to be lowered fullywithout continuously pressing the

Theft-Deterrent SystemsVehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities.Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrentfeatures, we know

How the System Alarm is ActivatedIf the system is armed, it can be activated by either:• Opening the driver’s door or trunk. This willcause a ten seco

PASS-Key®III+ OperationYour vehicle has PASS-Key®III+ (PersonalizedAutomotive Security System) theft-deterrent system.PASS-Key®III+ is a passive theft

To program the new key:1. Verify that the new key has a1 stamped on it.2. Insert the already programmed key in the ignitionand start the engine. If th

Ignition PositionsWith the key in the ignitionswitch, you can turn it tofour different positions.In order to shift out of PARK (P), automatic transmis

{CAUTION:If you have a manual transmission removingthe key from the ignition switch will lock thesteering column and result in a loss of abilityto ste

Column Lock ReleaseFor vehicles with an automatic transmission, thefollowing procedure allows the ignition to be turnedto LOCK/OFF and ignition key re

Retained Accessory Power (RAP)These vehicle accessories may be used for up to10 minutes after the engine is turned off.• Audio System• Power Windows,