Resuming a Set Speed

Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, disengages the cruise control. The cruise symbol in the instrument panel cluster will also go out indicating cruise is no longer engaged. To return to your previously set speed, you do not need to go through the set process again. Once youre going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you can press the +RES part of the button briey. This will take you back up to your previously chosen speed and stay there.

J (On/Off):

Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control
There are two ways to go to a higher speed.
Disengage the cruise control but do not turn it off. If the cruise control system is already engaged,
press the +RES part of the button. Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want, and then release the button. To increase your speed in very small amounts, press the +RES part of the button briey and then release it. Each time you do this, your vehicle will go about 1 mph (1.6 km/h) faster.
Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control
If the cruise control system is already engaged,
Using Cruise Control on Hills
How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed. When going downhill, you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down. Of course, applying the brake takes you out of cruise control. Many drivers nd this to be too much trouble and dont use cruise control on steep hills.
Push and hold the SET part of the button until you
reach the lower speed you want, then release it.
To slow down in very small amounts, push the
SET part of the button briey. Each time you do this, youll go about 1 mph (1.6 km/h) slower.
Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control
Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier.

Ending Cruise Control

There are two ways to disengage the cruise control:
Step lightly on the brake pedal; when cruise control
disengages, the cruise symbol in the instrument panel cluster will go out.
Press the on/off button, this will turn off the cruise

#(Air Conditioning):

Press this button to turn the air conditioning compressor on and off. A light above the button will illuminate when the air conditioning is on. When air conditioning is selected or in AUTO mode, the system will run the air conditioning automatically to cool and dehumidify the air entering the vehicle.
On hot days, open the windows long enough to let hot inside air escape. This reduces the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down. Then keep your windows closed for the air conditioner to work its best. On cool, but sunny days while using manual operation of the automatic system, use bi-level to deliver warm air to the oor and cooler air to the instrument panel outlets. To warm or cool the air delivered, press the temperature buttons to the desired setting. In AUTO mode the system will cool and dehumidify the air inside the vehicle. Also while in AUTO mode, the system will maximize its performance by using recirculation as necessary. Heating: On cold days when using manual operation of the automatic system, choose oor mode to deliver air to the oor outlets. To warm or cool the air delivered, push the temperature buttons to the desired setting. If you want to use the automatic mode, turn the knob to AUTO and adjust the temperature by pressing the temperature buttons. The heater works best if you keep the windows closed while using it.
You can use either defog or front defrost to clear fog or frost from your windshield. Use the defog mode to clear the windows of fog or moisture. Use the front defrost button to defrost the front windshield.

-(Defog):

Use this setting to clear the windows of fog or moisture. Turn the mode knob to this position to select this setting. This setting will deliver air to the oor and windshield outlets. Turn the mode knob to this position to defrost the windshield. The system will automatically control the fan speed if you select defrost from AUTO mode. If the outside temperature is 40F (4C) or warmer, your air conditioning compressor will automatically run to help dehumidify the air and dry the windshield. The air conditioning indicator light will blink three times if you try to turn off the compressor while in this mode.

0 (Defrost):

The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window.

<(Rear):

Press this button to turn the rear window defogger on or off. An indicator light above the button will come on to let you know that the rear window defogger is activated. If driving below 50 mph (80 km/h), the rear window defogger will turn off about 15 minutes after the button is pressed. If you need additional warming time, press the button again. If your vehicles speed is maintained above 50 mph (80 km/h), the rear window defogger will remain on once the button is pressed. If your vehicle has heated mirrors this button will also activate that feature. If your vehicle has the remote start feature, the rear defogger and heated mirrors will automatically be turned on if it is cold outside. The indicator light will not be on. When the vehicle transitions out of remote start mode the rear defogger and heated mirrors will turn off.

TONE /P/Q (Bass/Treble): Press and release this button until BASS, MID, or TREB appears on the display. Turn the ADJ knob to increase or to decrease. The display will show the bass, mid, or treble level. If a station is weak or noisy, decrease the treble. To adjust bass, midrange, or treble to the middle position, select BASS, MID, or TREB. Then press and hold the tone button for more than two seconds. You will hear one beep and the tone control will be adjusted to the middle position. To adjust all tone controls to the middle position, press and hold the tone button when no tone control is displayed. ALL CENTERED will appear on the display and you will hear a beep. The bass, midrange, and treble will be adjusted to the middle position.
AUTO TONE/AUTO EQ (Automatic Equalization): Press this button to select customized equalization settings designed for country, jazz, talk, pop, rock, and classical. The equalization setting last chosen will appear on the display when you rst press this button. Each time this button is pressed, another equalization setting will appear on the display and automatic tone or automatic equalization will switch to that preset equalization setting. To return to the manual mode, press the AUTO TONE or AUTO EQ button until CUSTOM appears on the display. Manually adjust the bass, midrange, and treble using the tone button.
BAL/FADE / S (Balance/Fade): To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers, push and release this button until BAL appears on the display. Turn the ADJ knob to move the sound toward the right or the left speakers. To adjust the fade, push and release the balance and fade button until FADE appears on the display. Turn the ADJ knob to move the sound toward the front or the rear speakers. To adjust the balance or fade to the middle position, select BAL or FADE. Then press and hold the balance and fade button for more than two seconds. You will hear one beep and the speaker control will be adjusted to the middle position. To adjust both speaker controls to the middle position, push and hold the tone button when no speaker control is displayed. ALL CENTERED will appear on the display and you will hear one beep. The balance and fade will be adjusted to the middle position.
To select and nd a desired PTY perform the following: 1. Press the P-TYPE button to activate program type select mode. PTY for FM or PTYPE for XM and a program type will appear on the display. 2. Turn the ADJ knob to select a PTY. 3. Once the desired PTY is displayed, press the SEEK up arrow to take you to the PTYs rst station. 4. To go to another station within that PTY, press the SEEK up arrow again. If the radio cannot nd the desired PTY, NONE FOUND will appear on the display and the radio will return to the last station you were listening to. After 15 seconds of inactivity or if the P-TYPE button is pressed again, the radio will exit program type select mode.

The encryption code in the receiver is being updated, and no action is required. This process should take no longer than 30 seconds. The system is functioning correctly, but the vehicle is in a location that is blocking the XM signal. When you move into an open area, the signal should return. The audio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data. No action is needed. This message should disappear shortly. This channel is not currently in service. Tune to another channel. This previously assigned channel is no longer assigned. Tune to another station. If this station was one of the presets, choose another station for that preset button. No artist information is available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly. No song title information is available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly.
Radio Display Message No Info No Info Not Found XM Lock Condition Category Name not available No Text/Informational message available No channel available for the chosen category Theft lock active Action Required No category information is available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly. No text or informational messages are available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly. There are no channels available for the selected category. The system is working properly. The XM receiver in the vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle. For security purposes, XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles. If this message is received after having your vehicle serviced, check with your GM dealer. If tuned to channel 0, this message will alternate with the XM Radio eight digit radio ID label. This label is needed to activate the service. If this message is received when tuned to channel 0, there may be a receiver fault. Consult with your GM dealer. If this message does not clear within a short period of time, the receiver may have a fault. Consult with your GM dealer.

Playing a Cassette Tape

The tape player is built to work best with tapes that are up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player. The longer side of the tape visible should face to the right. If you hear nothing or hear a garbled sound, the tape may not be in squarely. Press the eject button to remove the tape and start over. If the ignition and radio are off, press the eject button or the RCL knob to insert and to begin play of a tape. If the ignition is on and the radio is off, the tape can be inserted and will begin playing. While the tape is playing, use the volume and seek buttons just as you do for the radio. The display will show TP and an arrow showing which side of the tape is playing. The tape player will play the other side of the tape when it reaches the end. If you want to insert a tape while the ignition is off, rst press the eject button located to the left of the tape slot or the DISP knob. Cassette tape adapter kits for portable CD players will work in the cassette tape player. See CD Adapter Kits later for more information. The tape bias is set automatically when a metal or chrome tape is inserted.

DVD Distortion

There may be an experience with video distortion when operating cellular phones, scanners, CB radios, Global Position Systems (GPS)*, two-way radios, mobile fax, or walkie talkies. It may be necessary to turn off the DVD player when operating one of these devices in or near the vehicle. *Excludes the OnStar System.

Cleaning the DVD Player

When cleaning the outside DVD faceplate and buttons, use only a clean cloth dampened with clean water.
Cleaning the Video Screen
When cleaning the video screen, use only a clean cloth dampened with clean water. Use care when directly touching or cleaning the screen, as damage may result.
Rear Seat Audio (RSA) (Without Rear Seat Entertainment)
This feature allows rear seat passengers to listen to and control any of the sources: radio, cassette, and CDs. An audio or radio source may be listened to but cannot be changed from the RSE if the front seat passengers have selected the same source from the front seat controls. (For example, the radio station selected with the front seat controls cannot be changed by the rear seat control(s)). The front seat audio controls always have priority over the RSA controls. If the front seat passengers switch to the same source as the RSA, the RSA will no longer control the source.
You can operate the RSA when the main radio is off. You can use wired headphones (not included) or the wireless headphones. The wired headphones connect to the outlets on the RSA system. The rear seat passengers have control of the volume for each set of wired headphones. Adjust the volume on the wireless headphones by turning the volume control on each headset.

Primary Radio Controls

The following function is controlled by the main radio: PWR (Power): Front seat passengers can turn the RSA off by quickly pressing this knob twice.

Rear Seat Radio Controls

16 (Preset): Press this button to go to the next preset radio station. This function is inactive if the front seat passengers are listening to the radio. When a cassette tape is playing, press this button to go to the other side of the tape. When a CD is playing in the six-disc CD changer, press this button to select the next CD, if multiple CDs are loaded. This function is inactive if the front seat passengers are listening to a CD.

Skidding

In a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle. Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions, and by not overdriving those conditions. But skids are always possible. The three types of skids correspond to your vehicles three control systems. In the braking skid, your wheels are not rolling. In the steering or cornering skid, too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires to slip and lose cornering force. And in the acceleration skid, too much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin. A cornering skid and an acceleration skid are best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal.

Driving at Night

Here are some tips on night driving.
Drive defensively. Do not drink and drive. Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the
glare from headlamps behind you.
Since you cannot see as well, you may need to
slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles.
Slow down, especially on higher speed roads. Your
headlamps can light up only so much road ahead.
In remote areas, watch for animals. If you are tired, pull off the road in a safe place
and rest. No one can see as well at night as in the daytime. But as we get older these differences increase. A 50-year-old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20-year-old. What you do in the daytime can also affect your night vision. For example, if you spend the day in bright sunshine you are wise to wear sunglasses. Your eyes will have less trouble adjusting to night. But if you are driving, do not wear sunglasses at night. They may cut down on glare from headlamps, but they also make a lot of things invisible.
Night driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired by alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by fatigue.
You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps. It can take a second or two, or even several seconds, for your eyes to re-adjust to the dark. When you are faced with severe glare, as from a driver who does not lower the high beams, or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps, slow down a little. Avoid staring directly into the approaching headlamps. Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean inside and out. Glare at night is made much worse by dirt on the glass. Even the inside of the glass can build up a lm caused by dust. Dirty glass makes lights dazzle and ash more than clean glass would, making the pupils of your eyes contract repeatedly. Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve. Keep your eyes moving; that way, it is easier to pick out dimly lighted objects. Just as your headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim, so should your eyes be examined regularly. Some drivers suffer from night blindness the inability to see in dim light and are not even aware of it.

Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads
Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you cannot stop, accelerate, or turn as well because your tire-to-road traction is not as good as on dry roads. And, if your tires do not have much tread left, you will get even less traction. It is always wise to go slower and be cautious if rain starts to fall while you are driving. The surface may get wet suddenly when your reexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement.
The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals, pavement markings, the edge of the road, and even people walking. It is wise to keep your windshield wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank lled with washer uid. Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield, or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts.
Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid puddles. But if you cannot, try to slow down before you hit them.
Wet brakes can cause accidents. They will not work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side. You could lose control of the vehicle. After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash, apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally.

Hydroplaning

Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you are going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road. Hydroplaning does not happen often. But it can if your tires do not have much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low. It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the road. If you can see reections from trees, telephone poles, or other vehicles, and raindrops dimple the waters surface, there could be hydroplaning. Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds. There just is not a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning. The best advice is to slow down when it is raining.
Driving Through Flowing Water
Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces. If you try to drive through owing water, as you might at a low water crossing, your vehicle can be carried away. As little as six inches of owing water can carry away a smaller vehicle. If this happens, you and other vehicle occupants could drown. Do not ignore police warning signs, and otherwise be very cautious about trying to drive through owing water.
Driving Through Deep Standing Water
Notice: If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water, water can come in through your engines air intake and badly damage your engine. Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle. If you cannot avoid deep puddles or standing water, drive through them very slowly.

Some Other Rainy Weather Tips
Besides slowing down, allow some extra following
distance. And be especially careful when you pass another vehicle. Allow yourself more clear room ahead, and be prepared to have your view restricted by road spray.
Have good tires with proper tread depth. See Tires

on page 5-46.

City Driving
Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving:
Know the best way to get to where you are
going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross-country trip.
Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross
most large cities. You will save time and energy. See Freeway Driving on page 4-20.
Treat a green light as a warning signal. A traffic
light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it. When a light turns green, and just before you start to move, check both ways for vehicles that have not cleared the intersection or may be running the red light.
One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You will want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals.

Freeway Driving

At the entrance, there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway. If you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp, you should begin to check traffic. Try to determine where you expect to blend with the ow. Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed. Switch on your turn signal, check your mirrors, and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary. Try to blend smoothly with the traffic ow. Once you are on the freeway, adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it is slower. Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass. Before changing lanes, check your mirrors. Then use your turn signal. Just before you leave the lane, glance quickly over your shoulder to make sure there is not another vehicle in your blind spot.
Mile for mile, freeways also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes, or superhighways are the safest of all roads. But they have their own special rules. The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving. Too-fast or too-slow driving breaks a smooth traffic ow. Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane. 4-20
Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to move slightly slower at night. When you want to leave the freeway, move to the proper lane well in advance. If you miss your exit, do not, under any circumstances, stop and back up. Drive on to the next exit.

Loading Your Vehicle

It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo and all nonfactory-installed options. Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry, the Tire and Loading Information label and the Certication label.
Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, and it can change the way your vehicle handles. These could cause you to lose control and crash. Also, overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle.
Tire and Loading Information Label
The Tire and Loading Information label also shows the tire size of the original equipment tires (C) and the recommended cold tire ination pressures (D). For more information on tires and ination see Tires on page 5-46 and Ination - Tire Pressure on page 5-52. There is also important loading information on the Certication label. It tells you the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for the front and rear axle; see Certication Label later in this section.
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
1. Locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX pounds on your vehicle placard. Label Example A vehicle specic Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the vehicles center pillar (B-pillar). With the drivers door open, you will nd the label attached below the door lock post (striker). The tire and loading information label shows the number of occupant seating positions (A), and the maximum vehicle capacity weight (B) in kilograms and pounds. 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds. 4. The resulting gure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the XXX amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be ve 150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs ((5 x 150) = 650 lbs).
5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4. 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. If your vehicle can tow a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on page 4-38 for important information on towing a trailer, towing safety rules, and trailering tips.

Notice: Using coolant other than DEX-COOL may cause premature engine, heater core or radiator corrosion. In addition, the engine coolant may require changing sooner, at 30,000 miles (km) or 24 months, whichever occurs rst. Any repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Always use DEX-COOL (silicate-free) coolant in your vehicle. 5-22
Notice: If you use an improper coolant mixture, your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The repair cost would not be covered by your warranty. Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. If you have to add coolant more than four times a year, have your dealer check your cooling system. Notice: If you use the proper coolant, you do not have to add extra inhibitors or additives which claim to improve the system. These can be harmful.
The engine coolant surge tank is located in the rear of the engine compartment. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location.
Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly. Never turn the surge tank pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot. The vehicle must be on a level surface. When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be at the FULL COLD mark or slightly higher. If the LOW COOLANT message is displayed in the Driver Information Center (DIC), it means you are low on engine coolant. Have the system serviced by a technician as soon as possible. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-50 for more information.

Checking Coolant

Adding Coolant
If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-COOL coolant mixture at the surge tank, but only when the engine is cool. If the surge tank is empty, a special ll procedure is necessary. See Engine Overheating on page 5-24 and Cooling System on page 5-26.
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap
Notice: If the pressure cap is not tightly installed, coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur. Be sure the cap is properly and tightly secured.

Jump Starting

If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to use the following steps to do it safely.
Notice: If the other vehicles system is not a 12-volt system with a negative ground, both vehicles can be damaged. Only use vehicles with 12-volt systems with negative grounds to jump start your vehicle. 2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles are not touching each other. If they are, it could cause a ground connection you do not want. You would not be able to start your vehicle, and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems. To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling, set the parking brake rmly on both vehicles involved in the jump start procedure. Put an automatic transaxle in PARK (P) or a manual transaxle in NEUTRAL before setting the parking brake. Notice: If you leave your radio or other accessories on during the jump starting procedure, they could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Always turn off your radio and other accessories when jump starting your vehicle. 3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or the accessory power outlet. Turn off the radio and all lamps that are not needed. This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries. And it could save the radio!
Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: They contain acid that can burn you. They contain gas that can explode or ignite. They contain enough electricity to burn you. If you do not follow these steps exactly, some or all of these things can hurt you. Notice: Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that would not be covered by your warranty. Trying to start your vehicle by pushing or pulling it will not work, and it could damage your vehicle. 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery with a negative ground system.
4. Open the hoods and locate the batteries. Find the positive (+) and negative () terminal locations on each vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location.
Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a ashlight if you need more light. Be sure the battery has enough water. You do not need to add water to the battery installed in your new vehicle. But if a battery has ller caps, be sure the right amount of uid is there. If it is low, add water to take care of that rst. If you do not, explosive gas could be present. Battery uid contains acid that can burn you. Do not get it on you. If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin, ush the place with water and get medical help immediately.

Too much exing Too much heat Tire overloading Premature or irregular wear Poor handling Reduced fuel economy
A Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the vehicles center pillar (B-pillar), below the drivers door latch. This label shows your vehicles original equipment tires and the correct ination pressures for your tires when they are cold. The recommended cold tire ination pressure, shown on the label, is the minimum amount of air pressure needed to support your vehicles maximum load carrying capacity. For additional information regarding how much weight your vehicle can carry, and an example of the tire and loading information label, see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-29. How you load your vehicle affects vehicle handling and ride comfort, never load your vehicle with more weight than it was designed to carry.

When to Check

Check your tires once a month or more. Do not forget to check the compact spare tire, it should be at 60 psi (420 kPa). For additional information regarding the compact spare tire, see Compact Spare Tire on page 5-73.
Remove the valve cap from the tire valve stem. Press the tire gage rmly onto the valve to get a pressure measurement. If the cold tire ination pressure matches the recommended pressure on the Tire and Loading Information label, no further adjustment is necessary. If the ination pressure is low, add air until you reach the recommended amount. If you overll the tire, release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the tire valve. Re-check the tire pressure with the tire gage. Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems. They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture.

How to Check

Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. You cannot tell if your tires are properly inated simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look properly inated even when they are under-inated. Check the tires ination pressure when the tires are cold. Cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km).
Tire Inspection and Rotation
Tires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles (to km). Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels. See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 5-55 and Wheel Replacement on page 5-58 for more information. The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle. The rst rotation is the most important. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4.

Description Polishing Cloth Wax-Treated Tar and Road Oil Remover Chrome Cleaner and Polish White Sidewall Tire Cleaner Vinyl Cleaner Glass Cleaner Usage Interior and exterior polishing cloth. Removes tar, road oil and asphalt. Use on chrome or stainless steel. Removes soil and black marks from whitewalls. Cleans vinyl tops, upholstery and convertible tops. Removes dirt, grime, smoke and ngerprints.

Finish Enhancer

Swirl Remover Polish
Cleaner Wax Foaming Tire Shine Low Gloss
Description Usage Medium foaming shampoo. Cleans and lightly waxes. Biodegradable and phosphate free. Quickly and easily removes spots and stains from carpets, vinyl and suede upholstery. Odorless spray odor eliminator used on fabrics, vinyl, suede and carpet.

Vehicle Identication

Vehicle Identication Number (VIN)

Wash Wax Concentrate

Spot Lifter

Odor Eliminator

See your General Motors parts department for these products. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12. This is the legal identier for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the drivers side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certication and Service Parts labels and the certicates of title and registration.

Engine Identication

The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code. This code will help you identify your engine, specications and replacement parts.

Electrical System

Add-On Electrical Equipment
Notice: Dont add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer rst. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldnt be covered by your warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should. Your vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to add anything electrical to your vehicle, see Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 1-62.
Service Parts Identication Label
You will nd this label on the inside of the glove box. It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts. On this label, you will nd the following:
VIN Model designation Paint information Production options and special equipment
Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle.

Headlamp Wiring

The headlamp wiring is protected by fuses, one for each headlamp, in the fuse block. An electrical overload will cause the lamps to turn off. If this happens, have your headlamp wiring checked right away.

Windshield Wiper Fuses

The windshield wiper motor is protected by an internal circuit breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due to heavy snow, etc., the wiper will stop until the motor cools. If the overload is caused by some electrical problem and not snow, etc., be sure to get it xed.