2012 Buick Verano Owner Manual M

Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (1,1)

In Brief ...... 1-1 Storage ...... 4-1 Climate Controls ...... 8-1 Instrument Panel ...... 1-2 Storage Compartments ...... 4-1 Climate Control Systems ...... 8-1 Initial Drive Information ...... 1-4 Air Vents ...... 8-6 Vehicle Features ...... 1-16 Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1 Performance and Controls ...... 5-2 Driving and Operating ...... 9-1 Maintenance ...... 1-20 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Driving Information ...... 9-2 Indicators ...... 5-7 Starting and Operating ...... 9-15 Keys, Doors, and Information Displays ...... 5-21 Engine Exhaust ...... 9-26 Windows ...... 2-1 Vehicle Messages ...... 5-24 Automatic Transmission ...... 9-28 Keys and Locks ...... 2-2 Vehicle Personalization ...... 5-30 Brakes ...... 9-31 Doors ...... 2-12 Ride Control Systems ...... 9-34 Vehicle Security...... 2-14 Lighting ...... 6-1 Cruise Control ...... 9-38 Exterior Mirrors ...... 2-16 Exterior Lighting ...... 6-1 Fuel ...... 9-40 Interior Mirrors ...... 2-17 Interior Lighting ...... 6-5 Towing...... 9-46 Windows ...... 2-18 Lighting Features ...... 6-6 Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-52 Roof ...... 2-20 Infotainment System ...... 7-1 Vehicle Care ...... 10-1 Seats and Restraints ...... 3-1 Introduction ...... 7-1 General Information ...... 10-2 Head Restraints ...... 3-2 Radio ...... 7-12 Vehicle Checks ...... 10-4 Front Seats ...... 3-3 Audio Players ...... 7-22 Headlamp Aiming ...... 10-23 Rear Seats ...... 3-8 Phone ...... 7-30 Bulb Replacement ...... 10-23 Safety Belts ...... 3-10 Trademarks and License Electrical System ...... 10-28 Airbag System ...... 3-18 Agreements ...... 7-41 Wheels and Tires ...... 10-36 Child Restraints ...... 3-31 Jump Starting ...... 10-68 Towing...... 10-71 Appearance Care ...... 10-73 Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (2,1)

2012 Buick Verano Owner Manual M

Service and Maintenance . . . 11-1 Customer Information ...... 13-1 General Information ...... 11-1 Customer Information ...... 13-1 Maintenance Schedule ...... 11-3 Reporting Safety Defects . . . . 13-14 Special Application Vehicle Data Recording and Services ...... 11-8 Privacy...... 13-15 Additional Maintenance and Care ...... 11-8 OnStar ...... 14-1 Recommended Fluids, OnStar Overview...... 14-1 Lubricants, and Parts ...... 11-12 OnStar Services ...... 14-2 Maintenance Records ...... 11-14 OnStar Additional Information ...... 14-5 Technical Data ...... 12-1 Index ...... i-1 Vehicle Identification ...... 12-1 Vehicle Data ...... 12-2 Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (3,1)

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Please refer to the purchase Canadian Vehicle Owners documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm each of Propriétaires Canadiens the features found on your vehicle. A French language copy of this For vehicles first sold in Canada, manual can be obtained from your substitute the name “General dealer or from: Motors of Canada Limited” for Buick The names, logos, emblems, Motor Division wherever it appears On peut obtenir un exemplaire de slogans, vehicle model names, and in this manual. ce guide en français auprès du vehicle body designs appearing in concessionnaire ou à l'adresse this manual including, but not limited Keep this manual in the vehicle for suivante: to, GM, the GM logo, BUICK, the quick reference. BUICK Emblem, and VERANO are Helm, Incorporated trademarks and/or service marks P.O. Box 07130 of General Motors LLC, its Detroit, MI 48207 subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors. 1-800-551-4123 This manual describes features that Numéro de poste 6438 de may or may not be on your specific langue française vehicle either because they are www.helminc.com options that you did not purchase or due to changes subsequent to the printing of this owner manual.

iv Introduction

Using this Manual Symbols { WARNING To quickly locate information about The vehicle has components and the vehicle, use the Index in the These mean there is something labels that use symbols instead of back of the manual. It is an that could hurt you or other text. Symbols are shown along with alphabetical list of what is in the people. the text describing the operation or manual and the page number information relating to a specific where it can be found. component, control, message, Notice: This means there is gauge, or indicator. something that could result in Danger, Warnings, and property or vehicle damage. This M : This symbol is shown when Cautions would not be covered by the you need to see your owner manual vehicle's warranty. for additional instructions or Warning messages found on vehicle information. labels and in this manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or * : This symbol is shown when reduce them. you need to see a service manual for additional instructions or Danger indicates a hazard with a information. high level of risk which will result in serious injury or death. Warning or Caution indicates a A circle with a slash through it is a hazard that could result in injury or safety symbol which means “Do death. Not,”“Do not do this,” or “Do not let this happen.” Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (5,1)

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Vehicle Symbol Chart I : Cruise Control * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp Here are some additional symbols B : Engine Coolant Temperature : : Oil Pressure that may be found on the vehicle } and what they mean. For more O : Exterior Lamps : Power information on the symbol, refer to # : Fog Lamps / : Remote Vehicle Start the Index. . : Fuel Gauge > : Safety Belt Reminders : Airbag Readiness Light 9 + : Fuses 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor : Air Conditioning # 3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak® ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) Changer M : Windshield Washer Fluid % : Audio Steering Wheel Controls ( : Heated Steering Wheel or OnStar® j : LATCH System Child $ : Brake System Warning Light Restraints " : Charging System Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (6,1)

vi Introduction

2 NOTES Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (1,1)

In Brief 1-1

Interior Lighting ...... 1-11 Performance and Maintenance In Brief Exterior Lighting ...... 1-12 Traction Control Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . 1-13 System (TCS) ...... 1-20 Climate Controls ...... 1-13 StabiliTrak® System ...... 1-21 Instrument Panel Transmission ...... 1-15 Instrument Panel Overview . . . . 1-2 Tire Pressure Monitor ...... 1-21 Engine Oil Life System ...... 1-22 Vehicle Features Initial Drive Information Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) . . . . . 1-22 Radio(s) ...... 1-16 Driving for Better Fuel Initial Drive Information ...... 1-4 Satellite Radio ...... 1-17 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Economy ...... 1-22 Portable Audio Devices ...... 1-17 Roadside Assistance System ...... 1-4 Bluetooth® ...... 1-17 Remote Vehicle Start ...... 1-4 Program ...... 1-23 Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . 1-18 OnStar® ...... 1-23 Door Locks ...... 1-5 Cruise Control ...... 1-18 Trunk Release ...... 1-6 Navigation System ...... 1-19 Windows ...... 1-6 Driver Information Seat Adjustment ...... 1-6 Center (DIC) ...... 1-19 Heated Seats ...... 1-9 Power Outlets ...... 1-19 Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . 1-9 Sunroof ...... 1-20 Safety Belts ...... 1-9 Passenger Sensing System ...... 1-10 Mirror Adjustment ...... 1-10 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...... 1-11 Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (2,1)

1-2 In Brief

Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (3,1)

In Brief 1-3

A. Air Vents on page 8‑6. G. Hazard Warning Flashers on O. Horn on page 5‑3. B. Headlamp High/Low-Beam page 6‑4. P. Steering Wheel Controls on Changer on page 6‑2. H. Infotainment Display Screen. page 5‑2. Turn and Lane‐Change Lever. I. Passenger Airbag Status Q. Ignition Switch. See Ignition See Turn and Lane-Change Indicator on page 5‑12. Positions (Key Access) on Signals on page 6‑4. Trunk Release. See Trunk page 9‑16 or Ignition Positions (Keyless Access) on page 9 18. Driver Information Center (DIC) Release on page 1‑6. ‑ Buttons. See Driver Information J. Exterior Lamp Controls on R. Shift Lever. See Automatic Center (DIC) on page 5 21. Transmission on page 9 28. ‑ page 6‑1. ‑ C. Instrument Cluster on page 5 8. S. Climate Control Systems on ‑ Front Fog Lamps on page 6‑4 D. Windshield Wiper/Washer on (If Equipped). page 8‑1 (If Equipped). page 5‑3. Instrument Panel Illumination Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8 3 E. Keyless Access Ignition. See Control on page 6‑5. ‑ (If Equipped). Ignition Positions (Key Access) K. Instrument Panel Fuse Block on on page 9 16 or Ignition Heated Front Seats on page 3 7 ‑ page 10‑32. ‑ Positions (Keyless Access) on (If Equipped). page 9‑18. L. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View). See Malfunction T. Infotainment on page 7‑1. Traction Control System (TCS) ® Indicator Lamp on page 5‑13. Satellite Radio on page 7‑17 on page 9‑34. StabiliTrak (If Equipped). System on page 9‑36. M. Cruise Control on page 9‑38. F. Light Sensor. See Automatic N. Steering Wheel Adjustment on Headlamp System on page 6‑3. page 5‑2. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (4,1)

1-4 In Brief

Initial Drive 7 : Press and release one time to locate the vehicle. Press and hold Information for at least two seconds to sound This section provides a brief the panic alarm. Press again to overview about some of the cancel the panic alarm. important features that may or may See Keys on page 2‑2 and Remote not be on your specific vehicle. Keyless Entry (RKE) System For more detailed information, refer Operation on page 2‑3. to each of the features which can be found later in this owner manual. Remote Vehicle Start For vehicles with this feature, the Remote Keyless Entry RKE without Remote Start Shown engine can be started from outside the vehicle. (RKE) System Press the button to extend the key. The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) The key can be used for all locks. Starting the Vehicle transmitter will work up to 20 m This key is also used for the 1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the (65 ft) away from the vehicle. ignition, if the vehicle does not have pushbutton start. vehicle. K : Press to unlock the driver door 2. Press and release Q. or all doors. 3. Immediately after completing Q : Press to lock all doors. Step 2, press and hold / until Lock and unlock feedback can be the turn signal lamps flash, or for personalized. about two seconds if the vehicle is not in view. V : Press and hold to open the trunk. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (5,1)

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When the engine starts, the parking Door Locks Power Door Locks lamps will turn on and remain on as long as the engine is running. The To lock or unlock the door from doors will be locked and the climate outside the vehicle, press K on the control system may come on. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) The engine will continue to run for transmitter or use the key in the 10 minutes. Repeat the steps for a driver door. 10-minute time extension. Remote From inside the vehicle with the start can be extended only once. doors locked, pull once on the door handle to unlock it, and a second Canceling a Remote Start time to open it. To cancel a remote start, do one of Push down on the door lock knob the following: on the top of the door. . Aim the RKE transmitter at the Manually locking the driver door vehicle and press and hold / also automatically locks all other K : Press to unlock the doors. until the parking lamps turn off. doors. Q : Press to lock the doors. . Turn on the hazard warning See Door Locks on page 2 10 for ‑ See Vehicle Personalization on flashers. additional information. page 5‑30 for more information. . Turn the vehicle on and then off. See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2‑8. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (6,1)

1-6 In Brief

Trunk Release Windows Seat Adjustment Manual Front Seats

To open the trunk, press 8 on the The power window switches are located on the driver door. Each center stack or on the Remote V passenger door has a switch that To adjust a manual seat: Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. controls only that window. 1. Pull the handle at the front of For more information see: Press the switch to lower the the seat. . Trunk on page 2‑12. window. Pull the front of the switch 2. Slide the seat to the desired up to raise it. . Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) position and release the handle. System Operation on page 2‑3. See Power Windows on page 2‑18 3. Try to move the seat back and for additional information. forth to be sure it is locked in place. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (7,1)

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Seat Height Adjuster Seat Cushion Tilt Feature Reclining Seatbacks

If available, move the lever up or If available, move the lever up or To recline the seatback: down to manually raise or lower down to raise or lower the front of 1. Lift the lever. the seat. the seat cushion. 2. Move the seatback to the See Seat Adjustment on page 3‑3. desired position, then release the lever to lock the seatback in place. 3. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (8,1)

1-8 In Brief

To return the seatback to an upright Power Driver Seat . Raise or lower the front part of position: the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down. 1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the . Raise or lower the entire seat by seatback, and the seatback moving the rear of the control up returns to the upright position. or down. 2. Push and pull on the seatback to See Power Seat Adjustment on make sure it is locked. page 3‑4. See Reclining Seatbacks on Rear Seats page 3‑5. The rear seatbacks can be folded. For detailed instructions, see Rear Seats on page 3‑8. To adjust a power driver seat, if equipped: . Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (9,1)

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Heated Seats Press the control once for the Safety Belts highest setting. With each press of the control, the heated seat will change to the next lower setting, and then the off setting. Three lights indicate the highest setting and one light the lowest. See Heated Front Seats on page 3‑7 for more information. Head Restraint Adjustment Do not drive until the head restraints Uplevel Automatic Climate Control for all occupants are installed and Refer to the following sections for System Shown, Other Automatic adjusted properly. Systems Similar important information on how to use To achieve a comfortable seating safety belts properly: On vehicles with heated front seats, position, change the seatback . Safety Belts on page 3 10. the controls are on the climate recline angle as little as necessary ‑ control panel. The engine must be while keeping the seat and the head . How to Wear Safety Belts running to operate the heated seats. restraint height in the proper Properly on page 3‑11. position. Press M or L to heat the driver or . Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 3‑12. passenger seat cushion and For more information see Head . Lower Anchors and Tethers for seatback. Restraints on page 3‑2 and Seat Children (LATCH System) on Adjustment on page 3 3. ‑ page 3‑39. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (10,1)

1-10 In Brief

Passenger Sensing Mirror Adjustment Interior Mirrors System Exterior Mirrors Adjustment Hold the rearview mirror in the center and move it to view the area behind the vehicle. Manual Rearview Mirror For vehicles with a manual rearview mirror, push the tab forward for The passenger sensing system daytime use and pull it for nighttime turns off the front outboard use to avoid glare from the passenger frontal airbag and knee headlamps from behind. See airbag under certain conditions. Manual Rearview Mirror on No other airbag is affected by the page 2‑17. passenger sensing system. See Automatic Dimming Rearview Passenger Sensing System on 1. Turn the selector switch to Mirror page 3‑25 for important information. L (Left) or R (Right) to choose the driver or passenger mirror. For vehicles with an automatic The passenger airbag status dimming rearview mirror, the mirror indicator will be visible on the 2. Move the control to adjust the will automatically reduce the glare instrument panel when the vehicle is mirror. from the headlamps from behind. started. See Passenger Airbag 9 The dimming feature comes on Status Indicator on page 5‑12. 3. Turn the selector switch to to deselect the mirror. when the vehicle is started. The vehicle has manual folding See Automatic Dimming Rearview mirrors. See Folding Mirrors on Mirror on page 2‑17. page 2‑17. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (11,1)

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Steering Wheel Interior Lighting Reading Lamps Adjustment Dome Lamps

The reading lamps are located in the headliner. # or $ : Press the button near each lamp to turn it on or off.

To adjust the steering wheel: The dome lamp controls are located 1. Pull the lever (A) down. in the overhead console. 2. Move the steering wheel up ( : Press to turn the lamps off, or down. even when a door is open. 3. Pull or push the steering wheel H : Press to turn the lamps on closer or away from you. automatically when a door is opened. 4. Lift the lever (A) up to lock the steering wheel in place. ' : Press to turn on the dome lamps. Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (12,1)

1-12 In Brief

Instrument Panel Illumination Exterior Lighting ; : Turns on the parking lamps, Control taillamps, license plate lamps, sidemarker lamps, and instrument panel lights. 5 : Turns on the headlamps, parking lamps, taillamps, license plate lamps, sidemarker lamps, and instrument panel lights. A warning chime sounds if the driver door is opened when the ignition switch is off and the headlamps are on. The exterior lamp control is located # This feature controls the brightness to the left of the steering column on : For vehicles with fog lamps, of the instrument panel controls and the instrument panel. press to turn the lamps on or off. infotainment display screen. The For more information, see: thumbwheel is located to the left of O : Briefly turn to this position to the steering column on the turn the automatic lamp control off . Exterior Lamp Controls on instrument panel. or on again. page 6‑1. D : Move the thumbwheel up or AUTO: Turns the headlamps on . Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) down and hold, to brighten or dim automatically at normal brightness, on page 6‑2. together with the parking lamps, the instrument panel controls and . Front Fog Lamps on page 6‑4. infotainment display screen. taillamps, license plate lamps, sidemarker lamps, and instrument panel lights. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (13,1)

In Brief 1-13

Windshield Wiper/Washer Windshield Washer Pull the windshield wiper lever toward you to spray windshield washer fluid and activate the wipers. See Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5‑3. 3 : Move the lever to 3 , then turn the band up for more frequent Climate Controls The windshield wiper lever is on the wipes or down for less frequent The heating, cooling, defrosting, and right side of the steering column. wipes. With the ignition in ACC/ ventilation for the vehicle can be ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, move 9 : Use to turn the windshield controlled with these systems. the windshield wiper lever to wipers off. select the wiper speed. 3 : Briefly move the wiper lever 2: Use for fast wipes. down for a single wipe or hold down for several wipes. 1: Use for slow wipes. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (14,1)

1-14 In Brief

Climate Control System

A. Temperature Control E. Air Conditioning B. Air Delivery Modes F. Rear Window Defogger C. Fan Control G. Defrost D. Recirculation Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (15,1)

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Dual Automatic Climate Control System Transmission Driver Shift Control (DSC) Driver Shift Control (DSC) allows you to shift an automatic transmission similar to a manual transmission. To use the DSC feature: 1. Move the shift lever from D (Drive) to the left into the (+) or (−) manual position. 2. Press the shift lever forward (+) to upshift or rearward (−) to English Shown, Metric Similar downshift. An M and the current gear will be displayed in the A. Driver and Passenger Heated G. Fan Controls Driver Information Center (DIC). Seats (If Equipped) H. Rear Window Defogger See Manual Mode on page 9‑30. B. Driver and Passenger I. Defrost While using the DSC feature, the Temperature Controls J. AUTO (Automatic Operation) vehicle will have firmer, quicker C. Air Delivery Modes shifting. You can use this for sport See Climate Control Systems on D. Heated Steering Wheel driving or when climbing or page 8‑1 or Dual Automatic Climate (If Equipped) descending hills, to stay in gear Control System on page 8‑3 longer, or to downshift for more E. Recirculation (If Equipped). power or engine braking. F. Air Conditioning Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (16,1)

1-16 In Brief

Vehicle Features Storing a Station as a Favorite 3. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to adjust the highlighted number. Stations from all bands can be Radio(s) stored in the favorite lists in any 4. Press TUNE/MENU to select the O order. Up to six stations can be next number. /VOL: Press to turn the system stored in each favorite page and the on and off. Turn to increase or 5. To save the time and return number of available favorite pages to the Time Settings menu, decrease the volume. can be set. press / BACK at any time or RADIO/BAND or SRCE: Press to To store the station to a position in press the TUNE/MENU knob choose between FM, AM, or XM™, the list, press the corresponding after adjusting the minutes. if equipped. numeric button 1 to 6 until a beep is TUNE/MENU: Turn to select radio heard. Setting the 12/24 Hour Format stations. Press to select a menu. For more information, see “Storing a 1. Press the CONFIG button and s © : Press to seek the previous Station as a Favorite” in AM-FM select Time Settings or press H. Radio on page 7 12. station or track. ‑ 2. Highlight 12/24 Hour Format. \ ¨ : Press to seek the next Setting the Clock 3. Press TUNE/MENU to select the station or track. (Radio with CD) 12 hour or 24 hour display Buttons 1 to 6: Press to save and The clock menu can be only be format. select favorite stations. used with the radio on while in Setting the Clock (Radio with INFO (Information): Press to show ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY. CD and Touchscreen) available information about the To set the time: current station or track. The clock menu can be only be 1. Press the CONFIG button and used with the radio on while in For more information about these select Time Settings or press H. ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY. and other radio features, see Operation on page 7‑9. 2. Select Set Time. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (17,1)

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To set the time: Satellite Radio Portable Audio Devices 1. Press the CONFIG button to Vehicles with an XM™ satellite radio Some vehicles have a 3.5 mm enter the menu options or press H tuner and a valid XM satellite radio (1/8 in) auxiliary input and a USB . Turn the TUNE/MENU knob subscription can receive XM port located in the center console. to scroll through the available programming. External devices such as iPods®, setup features. Press TUNE/ laptop computers, MP3 players, CD MENU or press the Time screen XM Satellite Radio Service changers, and USB drives may be button to display other options XM is a satellite radio service based connected, depending on the audio within that feature. in the 48 contiguous United States system. 2. Press + or − to increase or and 10 Canadian provinces. XM For more information, see Auxiliary decrease the Hours and Minutes satellite radio has a wide variety of Devices on page 7‑26. displayed on the clock. programming and commercial-free ® 12/24 HR Format: Press the 12 HR music, coast to coast, and in Bluetooth screen button for standard time; digital-quality sound. A fee is required to receive the XM service. The Bluetooth system allows users press the 24 HR screen button for with a Bluetooth-enabled cell phone military time. For more information refer to: to make and receive hands-free Day + or Day −: Press the Day + . www.xmradio.com or call calls using the vehicle audio system or Day − display buttons to increase 1-800-929-2100 (U.S.). and controls. or decrease the day. . www.xmradio.ca or call The Bluetooth-enabled cell phone Display: Press Display to turn the 1-877-438-9677 (Canada). must be paired with the in-vehicle display of the time on the screen on For more information, see Satellite Bluetooth system before it can be or off. Radio on page 7‑17. used in the vehicle. Not all phones See Clock on page 5‑4 for more will support all functions. information. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (18,1)

1-18 In Brief

See Bluetooth (Infotainment b / g : Press to interact with the Cruise Control Controls) on page 7‑31 or Bluetooth available Bluetooth, OnStar, (Overview) on page 7‑30 or or navigation system. Bluetooth (Voice Recognition) on / : Press to silence the page 7‑35. $ i vehicle speakers only. Press again Steering Wheel Controls to turn the sound on. For vehicles with OnStar or Bluetooth systems, press to reject an incoming call, or to end a current call. _ SRC ^ : Press the thumbwheel to select an audio source. Move the thumbwheel up or down to select the next or previous favorite radio station, CD, or MP3 track. 1 : Press to turn the cruise control + x −: Press + to increase or − to system on and off. An indicator light decrease the volume. will turn on or off in the instrument For more information, see Steering cluster. Wheel Controls on page 5‑2. [ : Press to disengage cruise For vehicles with audio steering control without erasing the set wheel controls, some audio controls speed from memory. can be adjusted at the steering wheel. RES/+: Move the thumbwheel up to resume to a previously set speed or to accelerate. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (19,1)

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SET/−: Move the thumbwheel down Driver Information C. MENU: Press to display the to set a speed and activate cruise Trip/Fuel Menu and the Vehicle control or to make the vehicle Center (DIC) Information Menu. This button is decelerate. The DIC display is located in the also used to return to or exit the center of the instrument panel last screen displayed on See Cruise Control on page 9‑38. cluster. It shows the status of many the DIC. Navigation System vehicle systems. The controls for For more information, see Driver the DIC are located on the turn Information Center (DIC) on If the vehicle has a navigation signal lever. page 5‑21. system, there is a separate navigation system manual that includes information on the radio, Power Outlets audio players, and navigation The accessory power outlets can be system. used to plug in electrical equipment, The navigation system provides such as a cell phone or MP3 player. detailed maps of most major There is one accessory power outlet freeways and roads. After a A. SET/CLR: Press to set or clear located on the instrument panel destination has been set, the the menu item when it is below the climate control and one system provides turn-by-turn displayed. on the rear of the center floor instructions for reaching the console. These outlets are powered destination. In addition, the system B. w / x : Use the thumbwheel when the key is in ON/RUN or ACC/ can help locate a variety of points of to scroll through the items in ACCESSORY, or until the driver interest (POIs), such as banks, each menu. door is opened within 10 minutes of airports, restaurants, and more. turning off the vehicle. See Retained See the navigation system manual Accessory Power (RAP) on for more information. page 9‑24. See Power Outlets on page 5‑5. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (20,1)

1-20 In Brief

Sunroof Express Open/Close: Press Performance and switch (A) to the second detent position and release. To stop the Maintenance movement, press the switch again. Automatic Tilt/Close: Press the Traction Control rear of switch (B) to vent the System (TCS) sunroof. Press the front of switch (B) to close the sunroof vent. The traction control system limits wheel spin. The system is on when If an object is in the path of the the vehicle is started. sunroof while it is closing, the . anti-pinch feature will detect the To turn off traction control, object and stop the sunroof. The press and release g located sunroof will then return to the below the infotainment system full-open or vent position. screen. i illuminates and the For vehicles with a sunroof, the The sunroof cannot be opened or appropriate DIC message sunroof only operates when the closed if the vehicle has an displays. See Ride Control ignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/ electrical failure. System Messages on page 5‑28. ACCESSORY, or in Retained Accessory Power (RAP). See See Sunroof on page 2‑20 for more . Press and release g again to Retained Accessory Power (RAP) information. turn traction control back on. on page 9‑24 for more information. For more information, see Traction Open/Close: Press switch (A) to Control System (TCS) on the first detent position. page 9‑34. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (21,1)

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StabiliTrak® System Tire Pressure Monitor During cooler conditions, the low tire pressure warning light may appear The StabiliTrak system assists with This vehicle may have a Tire when the vehicle is first started and directional control of the vehicle in Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). then turn off. This may be an early difficult driving conditions. The indicator that the tire pressures are system is on when the vehicle is getting low and the tires need to be started. inflated to the proper pressure. . To turn off both Traction Control The TPMS does not replace normal and StabiliTrak, press and hold monthly tire maintenance. It is the g until g and i illuminate and driver’s responsibility to maintain the appropriate DIC message correct tire pressures. displays. See Ride Control The TPMS warning light alerts you System Messages on page 5‑28. to a significant loss in pressure of See Tire Pressure Monitor System one of the vehicle's tires. If the on page 10‑45. . Press g again to turn on both warning light comes on, stop as systems. soon as possible and inflate the For more information, see tires to the recommended pressure StabiliTrak® System on page 9‑36. shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9‑10. The warning light will remain on until the tire pressure is corrected. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (22,1)

1-22 In Brief

Engine Oil Life System Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) . Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time. The engine oil life system calculates Vehicles that have a FlexFuel badge . When road and weather engine oil life based on vehicle use and a yellow fuel cap can use either conditions are appropriate, use and displays the CHANGE ENGINE unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel cruise control. OIL SOON message when it is time containing up to 85% ethanol (E85). to change the engine oil and filter. See Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) on . Always follow posted speed The oil life system should be reset page 9‑43. For all other vehicles, limits or drive more slowly when to 100% only following an oil use only the unleaded gasoline conditions require. change. described under Recommended . Keep vehicle tires properly Fuel on page 9‑41. Resetting the Oil Life System inflated. 1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with Driving for Better Fuel . Combine several trips into a single trip. the engine off. Economy 2. Press the DIC MENU button on . Replace the vehicle's tires with the turn signal lever to enter the Driving habits can affect fuel the same TPC Spec number Vehicle Information Menu. Use mileage. Here are some driving tips molded into the tire's sidewall the thumbwheel to scroll through to get the best fuel economy near the size. possible. the menu items until you reach . Follow recommended scheduled REMAINING OIL LIFE. . Avoid fast starts and accelerate maintenance. 3. Press the SET/CLR button to smoothly. reset the oil life at 100%. . Brake gradually and avoid 4. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. abrupt stops. See Engine Oil Life System on page 10‑10. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (23,1)

In Brief 1-23

Roadside Assistance Online Owner Center OnStar® Program The Online Owner Center is a If equipped, this vehicle has a complimentary service that includes U.S.: 1-800-252-1112 comprehensive, in-vehicle system online service reminders, vehicle that can connect to a live Advisor TTY Users: 1-888-889-2438 maintenance tips, online owner for Emergency, Security, Navigation, manual, special privileges, Canada: 1-800-268-6800 Connection, and Diagnostic and more. Services. See OnStar Overview on As the owner of a new Buick, you Sign up today at: page 14‑1 for more information. are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance program. U.S.: buick.com (click on Owners, then Manage See Roadside Assistance Program “ ” “ My Buick/Owners Login ) on page 13‑6 for more information. ” Canada: buickowner.ca Roadside Assistance and OnStar If you have an active OnStar subscription, press the Q button and the current GPS location will be sent to an OnStar Advisor who will assess your problem, contact Roadside Assistance, and relay your exact location to get the help you need. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (24,1)

1-24 In Brief

2 NOTES Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (1,1)

Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-1

Vehicle Security Interior Mirrors Keys, Doors, and Vehicle Security ...... 2-14 Manual Rearview Mirror ...... 2-17 Windows Anti-theft Alarm System ...... 2-14 Automatic Dimming Rearview Immobilizer ...... 2-14 Mirror ...... 2-17 Immobilizer Operation (Key Windows Keys and Locks Access) ...... 2-14 Windows ...... 2-18 Keys ...... 2-2 Immobilizer Operation (Keyless Access) ...... 2-15 Power Windows ...... 2-18 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Sun Visors ...... 2-20 System ...... 2-3 Exterior Mirrors Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Convex Mirrors ...... 2-16 Roof System Operation ...... 2-3 Power Mirrors ...... 2-16 Sunroof ...... 2-20 Remote Vehicle Start ...... 2-8 Folding Mirrors ...... 2-17 Door Locks ...... 2-10 Heated Mirrors ...... 2-17 Power Door Locks ...... 2-11 Automatic Door Locks ...... 2-11 Safety Locks ...... 2-11 Doors Trunk ...... 2-12 Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (2,1)

2-2 Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keys and Locks { WARNING Keys Leaving children in a vehicle with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) { WARNING transmitter is dangerous for many reasons; children or others could Leaving children in a vehicle with be badly injured or even killed. the ignition key is dangerous for They could operate the power many reasons. Children or others windows or other controls or even could be badly injured or even make the vehicle move. The killed. They could operate the windows will function with the power windows or other controls RKE transmitter in the vehicle The key that is part of the Remote or even make the vehicle move. and they could be seriously Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter can The windows will function with the injured or killed if caught in the be used for the ignition and all locks keys in the ignition and children path of a closing window. Do not if the vehicle is a key access could be seriously injured or killed leave the RKE transmitter in a vehicle. If the vehicle has the if caught in the path of a closing vehicle with children. keyless ignition, the key can be window. Do not leave the keys in used for the locks. a vehicle with children. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (3,1)

Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-3

See your dealer if a new key is . Check the location. Other needed. vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal. If locked out of the vehicle, see Roadside Assistance Program on . Check the transmitter's battery. page 13‑6. See “Battery Replacement” later in this section. With an active OnStar subscription, an OnStar Advisor may remotely . If the transmitter is still not unlock the vehicle. See OnStar working correctly, see your Overview on page 14‑1. dealer or a qualified technician for service. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Remote Keyless Entry Press the button on the RKE (RKE) System Operation transmitter to extend the key. Press See Radio Frequency Statement on the button and the key blade to page 13‑17 for information The transmitter functions will work retract the key. regarding Part 15 of the Federal up to 20 m (65 ft) away from the If the vehicle has an ignition and it Communications Commission (FCC) vehicle. becomes difficult to turn the key, rules and Industry Canada Keep in mind that other conditions, inspect the key blade for debris. Standards RSS-GEN/210/220/310. such as those previously stated, can Periodically clean with a brush If there is a decrease in the RKE impact the performance of the or pick. operating range: transmitter. . Check the distance. The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (4,1)

2-4 Keys, Doors, and Windows

Q (Lock): Press to lock all doors. Press and hold 7 for at least The turn signal indicators may two seconds to sound the panic flash and/or the horn may sound alarm. The horn sounds and the to indicate locking. See “Remote turn signals flash until 7 is pressed Lock Feedback” under Vehicle again or the vehicle is started. Personalization on page 5‑30. / (Remote Vehicle Start): For If the driver door is open when Q is vehicles with this feature, press to pressed, all doors lock except the operate the remote start feature. driver door, if enabled through the See Remote Vehicle Start on vehicle personalization. page 2‑8 for additional information. If the passenger door is open when The buttons on the keys are RKE without Remote Start Shown Q is pressed, all doors lock. disabled when there is a key in the K (Unlock): Press to unlock the ignition, if equipped. Pressing Q may also arm the driver door or all doors. See “Auto Keyless Access Operation Door Unlock” under Vehicle theft-deterrent system. See Personalization on page 5‑30. Anti-theft Alarm System on Some vehicles have a keyless page 2‑14. access system that lets you lock The turn signal indicators may flash and unlock the doors and access and/or the horn may sound to V (Remote Trunk Release): Press and hold to open the trunk. the trunk without removing the RKE indicate unlocking. See “Remote transmitter from your pocket, purse, Unlock Light Feedback” under 7 (Vehicle Locator/Panic briefcase, etc. The RKE transmitter Vehicle Personalization on Alarm): Press and release one should be within 1 m (3 ft) of the page 5‑30. time to locate the vehicle. The door or trunk being opened. exterior lamps flash and the horn Pressing K will disarm the chirps. theft-deterrent system. See Anti-theft Alarm System on page 2‑14. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (5,1)

Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-5

Keyless Unlocking Lock Sensor The vehicle can be reprogrammed With the RKE transmitter within so that lost or stolen transmitters 1 m (3 ft), approach the door and no longer work. Any remaining pull the handle to unlock and open transmitters will need to be the door. If the transmitter is reprogrammed. Each vehicle can recognized, the door will unlock have up to eight transmitters and open. matched to it. Entering any door other than the Programming with a Recognized driver door will always cause all of Transmitter (Keyless Access the doors to unlock. This is not Vehicles Only) customizable. A new transmitter can be To customize which doors unlock programmed to the vehicle when when the driver door is opened, see there is one recognized transmitter. “Remote Door Unlock” under When all doors are closed and the To program, the vehicle must be Vehicle Personalization on ignition is off, the vehicle can be off and all of the transmitters, both page 5‑30. locked by pressing this area on the currently recognized and new, must door handle. This feature will be be with you. available for several minutes after 1. Place the recognized the vehicle has been turned off. transmitter(s) near you. Programming Transmitters to 2. Insert the vehicle key of the new the Vehicle transmitter into the key lock cylinder located on the outside Only RKE transmitters programmed of the driver door and turn the to the vehicle will work. If a key to the unlock position five transmitter is lost or stolen, a times within 10 seconds. replacement can be purchased and programmed through your dealer. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (6,1)

2-6 Keys, Doors, and Windows

The Driver Information Center 4. Press the ignition. When the 1. Insert the vehicle key of the (DIC) displays READY FOR transmitter is learned, the DIC transmitter into the key lock REMOTE #2, 3, 4 or 5. will show that it is ready to cylinder located on the outside program the next transmitter. of the driver door and turn the 5. Remove the transmitter from the key to the unlock position five times within 10 seconds. transmitter pocket and press K. The Driver Information Center To program additional (DIC) displays REMOTE LEARN transmitters, repeat Steps 3 PENDING, PLEASE WAIT. through 5. 2. Wait for 10 minutes until the DIC When all additional transmitters displays PRESS ENGINE are programmed, press and START BUTTON TO LEARN hold the ignition for at least and then press the ignition. 10 seconds to exit programming mode. The DIC display will again show REMOTE LEARN PENDING, Programming without a 3. Place the new transmitter into PLEASE WAIT. Recognized Transmitter the transmitter pocket with (Keyless Access Vehicles Only) 3. Repeat Step 2 two additional the buttons facing up. The times. After the third time all transmitter pocket is located If there are no currently recognized previously known transmitters inside the center console transmitters available, follow this will no longer work with the cupholder. The cupholder liner procedure to program up to five vehicle. Remaining transmitters will need to be removed to transmitters. This feature is not can be relearned during the access the transmitter pocket. available in Canada. This procedure next steps. Use your finger or a tool in will take approximately 30 minutes The DIC display should the notch at the rear of the to complete. The vehicle must be off now show READY FOR cupholders to remove the liner. and all of the transmitters you wish REMOTE # 1. See Cupholders on page 4‑2. to program must be with you. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (7,1)

Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-7

5. Press the ignition. When the To start the vehicle: transmitter is learned, the DIC 1. Remove the cupholder liner from will show that it is ready to the center console cupholder. program the next transmitter. See Cupholders on page 4‑2. 6. Remove the transmitter from the 2. Place the transmitter in the transmitter pocket and press K. transmitter pocket with the To program additional buttons facing up. transmitters, repeat Steps 4 3. With the vehicle in P (Park) or through 6. N (Neutral), press the brake When all additional transmitters pedal and the ignition control. are programmed, press and See Starting the Engine on 4. Place the new transmitter into hold the ignition for at least page 9‑20 for additional the transmitter pocket with 10 seconds to exit information about the vehicle's the buttons facing up. The programming mode. keyless ignition with pushbutton transmitter pocket is located start. Starting the Vehicle with inside the center console Replace the transmitter battery cupholder. The cupholder liner a Low Transmitter Battery as soon as possible. will need to be removed to If the transmitter battery is weak, the access the transmitter pocket. DIC may display NO REMOTE Use your finger or a tool in DETECTED when you try to start the notch at the rear of the the vehicle. The REPLACE cupholders to remove the liner. BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY See Cupholders on page 4‑2. message may also be displayed at this time. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (8,1)

2-8 Keys, Doors, and Windows

Battery Replacement Remote Vehicle Start Laws in some local communities may restrict the use of remote Replace the battery if the REPLACE The vehicle may have this feature starters. For example, some laws BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY that allows you to start the engine require a person using remote start message displays in the DIC. See from outside the vehicle. to have the vehicle in view. Check Key and Lock Messages on / (Remote Vehicle Start): This local regulations for any page 5‑27. button will be on the RKE requirements. The battery is not rechargeable. To transmitter if the vehicle has Other conditions can affect the replace the battery: remote start. performance of the transmitter. 1. Push the button on the Vehicles with an automatic climate See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to extend the key. control system will default to a System on page 2‑3 for additional 2. Remove the battery cover by heating or cooling mode depending information. prying it with a finger. on the outside temperature during a Starting the Vehicle remote start. A vehicle without 3. Remove the battery by pushing automatic climate control will default To start the engine using the remote on the battery and sliding it to the last used heating or cooling start feature: toward the key blade. mode. Once the key is turned to 1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the 4. Insert the new battery, positive ON/RUN, the climate control system vehicle. side facing up. Push the battery will turn on at the setting the vehicle down until it is held in place. was last set to. If the vehicle has 2. Press and release Q. Replace with a CR2032 or heated seats, they may come on 3. Immediately after completing equivalent battery. during a remote start. See Heated / Front Seats on page 3 7 for more Step 2, press and hold until 5. Snap the battery cover back on ‑ information. the turn signal lamps flash, or for to the transmitter. about two seconds if the vehicle is not in view. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (9,1)

Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-9

When the engine starts, the parking For example, if the engine has been Conditions in Which Remote Start lamps will turn on and remain on as running for five minutes, and Will Not Work long as the engine is running. The 10 minutes are added, the engine The remote vehicle start feature will doors will be locked and the climate will run for a total of 15 minutes. not operate if: control system may come on. A maximum of two remote starts, . The key is in the ignition (key The engine will continue to run for or a single start with an extension, access) or if the key is in the 10 minutes. Repeat the steps for a is allowed between ignition cycles. vehicle (keyless access). 10-minute time extension. Remote The vehicle's ignition must be . The hood is not closed. start can be extended only once. turned on and then back off before Start the vehicle before driving. the remote start procedure can be . The hazard warning flashers used again. are on. Extending Engine Run Time Canceling a Remote Start . The malfunction indicator lamp For a 10-minute extension, repeat is on. Steps 1–3 while the engine is still To cancel a remote start, do one of running. The remote start can be the following: . The engine coolant temperature extended once. is too high. . Aim the RKE transmitter at the . The oil pressure is low. When the remote start is extended, vehicle and press and hold / the second 10 minutes will start until the parking lamps turn off. . Two remote vehicle starts, or a immediately. single remote start with an . Turn on the hazard warning extension, have already flashers. been used. . Turn the vehicle on and then off. . The vehicle is not in P (Park). Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (10,1)

2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows

Door Locks From inside the vehicle with the WARNING (Continued) doors locked, pull once on the door handle to unlock it, and a second { WARNING . Young children who get into time to open it. Unlocked doors can be unlocked vehicles may be Push down on the door lock knob dangerous. unable to get out. A child can on the top of the door. . Passengers, especially be overcome by extreme heat Manually locking the driver door children, can easily open the and can suffer permanent also automatically locks all other doors and fall out of a moving injuries or even death from doors. heat stroke. Always lock the vehicle. The chance of being For more information see: thrown out of the vehicle in a vehicle whenever leaving it. . Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) crash is increased if the . Outsiders can easily enter doors are not locked. So, all through an unlocked door System Operation on page 2‑3. passengers should wear when slowing or stopping the . Power Door Locks on page 2‑11. safety belts properly and the vehicle. Lock the doors to . Vehicle Personalization on doors should be locked help prevent this from page 5‑30. whenever the vehicle is happening. driven. (Continued) To lock or unlock the door from outside the vehicle, press K on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or use the key in the driver door. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (11,1)

Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11

Power Door Locks Automatic Door Locks Automatic Door Lock The doors are programmed to automatically lock when the shift lever is moved out of P (Park). The automatic door lock feature cannot be disabled. Automatic Door Unlock The doors will automatically unlock when the shift lever is moved into P (Park). Press v { to activate the safety locks. The indicator light will See Vehicle Personalization on illuminate. K (Unlock): Press to unlock the page 5‑30. doors. This switch also disables the power Safety Locks window controls on the rear doors. Q (Lock): Press to lock the doors. The rear door safety locks prevent Press v { again to deactivate the See Power Door Locks in Vehicle “ ” passengers from opening the rear Personalization on page 5 30. safety locks and rear window. ‑ doors from inside the vehicle. If the indicator light flashes, the feature may not be working properly. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (12,1)

2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows

Trunk Release Doors WARNING (Continued) Trunk . Adjust the climate control system to a setting that { WARNING brings in only outside air and set the fan speed to the Exhaust gases can enter the highest setting. See “Climate vehicle if it is driven with the Control Systems” in the liftgate, trunk/hatch open, or with Index. any objects that pass through the . If the vehicle has a power seal between the body and the liftgate, disable the power trunk/hatch or liftgate. Engine liftgate function. exhaust contains carbon For more information about monoxide (CO) which cannot be carbon monoxide, see Engine To open the trunk, press 8. seen or smelled. It can cause Exhaust on page 9‑26. unconsciousness and even death. Remote Trunk Release If the vehicle must be driven with To open the trunk, press on the the liftgate, or trunk/hatch open: V Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) . Close all of the windows. transmitter. See Remote Keyless . Fully open the air outlets on Entry (RKE) System Operation on or under the instrument page 2‑3 for more information. panel. (Continued) Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (13,1)

Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13

Emergency Trunk Release Handle Notice: Do not use the emergency trunk release handle as a tie-down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk as it could damage the handle. The emergency trunk release handle is only intended to aid a person trapped in a latched trunk, enabling them to open the trunk from the inside. There is an emergency trunk To close the trunk, use the pull release handle located inside the handle. trunk on the trunk lid. The release handle can be accessed by folding the rear seatback. See Rear Seats on page 3‑8. Pull the release handle to open the trunk from the inside. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (14,1)

2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows

Vehicle Security Disarming the System Immobilizer This vehicle has theft-deterrent To disarm the system, do one of the See Radio Frequency Statement on features; however, they do not make following: page 13‑17 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal it impossible to steal. . Press K on the RKE transmitter. Communications Commission (FCC) Anti-theft Alarm System . Approach the vehicle with the rules and Industry Canada RKE transmitter (keyless Standards RSS-GEN/210/220/310. This vehicle has an anti-theft alarm access). system. . Start the engine. Immobilizer Operation Arming the System The alarm automatically disarms. (Key Access) To arm the system, press Q on the How to Detect a Tamper This vehicle has a passive theft-deterrent system. RKE transmitter. Condition The alarm automatically arms after K The system does not have to be about 30 seconds. The security If is pressed and the horn manually armed or disarmed. sounds, an attempted break-in light, located on the instrument The vehicle is automatically occurred while the system was panel, flashes. immobilized when the key is armed. removed from the ignition. Press V on the RKE transmitter to If the alarm has been activated, a The system is automatically open the trunk without setting off the message will appear on the DIC. disarmed when the vehicle is alarm. The system rearms when the See Anti-theft Alarm System started with the correct key. The key trunk is closed. Messages on page 5 28 for ‑ uses a transponder that matches an additional information. immobilizer control unit in the vehicle and automatically disarms Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (15,1)

Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15

the system. Only the correct key If the engine still does not start with starts the vehicle. The vehicle may the other key, the vehicle needs not start if the key is damaged. service. If the vehicle does start, the first key may be damaged. See your dealer who can service the theft-deterrent system and have a new key made. The security light, located in the Do not leave the key or device instrument panel cluster, comes on that disarms or deactivates the if there is a problem with arming or theft-deterrent system in the vehicle. disarming the theft-deterrent The security light, located in the system. instrument panel cluster, comes on Immobilizer Operation The system has one or more if there is a problem with arming or (Keyless Access) transmitters matched to an disarming the theft-deterrent immobilizer control unit in your system. This vehicle has a passive vehicle. Only a correctly matched When trying to start the vehicle, the theft-deterrent system. transmitter will start the vehicle. security light comes on briefly when The system does not have to be If the transmitter is ever damaged, the ignition is turned on. manually armed or disarmed. you may not be able to start your vehicle. If the engine does not start and the The vehicle is automatically security light stays on, there is a immobilized when the transmitter When trying to start the vehicle, the problem with the system. Turn the leaves the vehicle. security light comes on briefly when ignition off and try again. the ignition is turned on. The immobilization system is If the engine still does not start, and disarmed when the ignition button is If the engine does not start and the the key appears to be undamaged pushed in and a valid transmitter is security light stays on, there is a or the light continues to stay on, try found in the vehicle. problem with the system. Turn the another ignition key. ignition off and try again. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (16,1)

2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows

If the RKE transmitter appears to be Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors undamaged, try another transmitter. Or, you may try placing the transmitter in the transmitter pocket Convex Mirrors located in the center console. See “Starting the Vehicle with a Low { WARNING Transmitter Battery” under Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System A convex mirror can make things, Operation on page 2‑3. like other vehicles, look farther away than they really are. If you If the engine does not start with cut too sharply into the right lane, the other transmitter or when the transmitter is in the pocket in the you could hit a vehicle on the center console, your vehicle needs right. Check the inside mirror or service. See your dealer who can glance over your shoulder before changing lanes. service the theft-deterrent system 1. Turn the selector switch to L and have a new transmitter (Left) or R (Right) to choose the programmed to the vehicle. The passenger side mirror is convex driver or passenger mirror. Do not leave the key or device shaped. A convex mirror's surface is 2. Move the control to adjust the that disarms or deactivates the curved so more can be seen from mirror. theft-deterrent system in the vehicle. the driver seat. 3. Turn the selector switch to 9 to deselect the mirror. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (17,1)

Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-17

Folding Mirrors Interior Mirrors Automatic Dimming Manual Foldaway Mirrors Rearview Mirror Manual Rearview Mirror The vehicle has manual folding To adjust the inside rearview mirror, mirrors. These mirrors can be folded To adjust the inside rearview mirror, hold the rearview mirror in the inward to prevent damage when hold the rearview mirror in the center and move it to view the area going through an automatic car center and move it to view the area behind the vehicle. wash. To fold, pull the mirror toward behind the vehicle. For vehicles with an automatic the vehicle. Push the mirror outward For vehicles with a manual rearview dimming rearview mirror, the mirror to return it to the original position. mirror, push the tab forward for will automatically reduce the glare daytime use and pull it for nighttime from the headlamps from behind. Heated Mirrors use to avoid glare from the The dimming feature comes on headlamps from behind. when the vehicle is started. The vehicle may have heated mirrors: Vehicles with OnStar® have three Vehicles with OnStar have three control buttons at the bottom of the control buttons located at the 1 (Rear Window Defogger): mirror. See a dealer for more bottom of the mirror. See a dealer Press to heat the mirrors. information about OnStar and how for more information about OnStar See “Rear Window Defogger” under to subscribe to it. See OnStar and how to subscribe to it. See Climate Control Systems on Overview on page 14‑1. OnStar Overview on page 14‑1. page 8‑1 for more information. Cleaning the Mirror Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror. Use a soft towel dampened with water. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (18,1)

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Windows Power Windows

{ WARNING

Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy the windows closed in warm or performance. This may result in a hot weather. The power window switches located pulsing sound when a window is on the driver door control all four partially open. To reduce the sound, windows. Each passenger door has open another window or the sunroof a switch that controls only that (if equipped). window. Press the switch to lower the window. Pull the front of the switch up to raise it. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (19,1)

Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-19

The switches work when the reprogrammed for the feature to Rear Window Lockout ignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/ work. Before reprogramming, ACCESSORY, or in Retained replace or recharge the vehicle's Accessory Power (RAP). See battery. Retained Accessory Power (RAP) To program each front window: on page 9‑24. 1. The ignition is in ACC/ Express Window Operation ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, Windows with an express-up or or in RAP. down feature allow the front 2. Press and hold the power windows to be lowered or raised window switch until the window without holding the switch. Rear is fully open. windows only have express-down. Pull a window switch up or push it 3. Pull the power window switch up down all the way, release it, and until the window is fully closed. the window goes up or down 4. Continue holding the switch up This feature prevents the rear automatically. Stop the window by for approximately two seconds passenger windows from operating, pushing or pulling the switch. after the window is completely except from the driver position. The closed. rear door locks will also be disabled Programming the Power and only operate from the driver Windows The window is now reprogrammed. door. This feature only works when Repeat the process for the other the ignition is in ACC/ACCESSORY If the battery on the vehicle has windows. or ON/RUN, or in RAP. been recharged, disconnected, or is not working, the windows with the express-up feature will need to be Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (20,1)

2-20 Keys, Doors, and Windows

Press v { to activate the rear Roof Open/Close: Press switch (A) to window lockout and door locks. the first detent position. The indicator light comes on when Sunroof Express Open/Close: Press activated. switch (A) to the second detent position and release. To stop the Press v { to deactivate the movement, press the switch again. lockout. Automatic Tilt/Close: Press the If the indicator light flashes, the rear of switch (B) to vent the feature may not be working properly. sunroof. Press the front of switch (B) to close the sunroof vent. Sun Visors If an object is in the path of the sunroof while it is closing, the anti-pinch feature will detect the object and stop the sunroof. The sunroof will then return to the full-open or vent position. For vehicles with a sunroof, the The sunroof cannot be opened or sunroof only operates when the closed if the vehicle has an ignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/ electrical failure. ACCESSORY, or in Retained Accessory Power (RAP). See Pull the sun visor down to block Retained Accessory Power (RAP) glare. Detach the sun visor from the on page 9 24 for more information. center mount to pivot to the side ‑ window, or to extend along the rod, if available. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (21,1)

Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-21

Safety Function Initializing If the sunroof has any resistance After a power failure, the sunroof during automatic closing, it will operation may be limited. Have the immediately stop and reverse. system initialized by a dealer To override the safety function, technician. press and hold the front of Sunshade switch (A) or (B). The sunroof closes without the safety function. To stop The sunshade is manually operated. the movement, release the switch. Close or open the sunshade by sliding. When the sunroof is Dirt and debris may collect on the opened, the sunshade is sunroof seal or in the track. This always open. could cause an issue with sunroof operation or noise. It could also plug the water drainage system. Periodically open the sunroof and remove any obstacles or loose debris. Wipe the sunroof seal and roof sealing area using a clean cloth, mild soap, and water. Do not remove grease from the sunroof. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (22,1)

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2 NOTES Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (1,1)

Seats and Restraints 3-1

Airbag System Child Restraints Seats and Airbag System ...... 3-18 Older Children ...... 3-31 Restraints Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . 3-20 Infants and Young When Should an Airbag Children ...... 3-33 Inflate? ...... 3-22 Child Restraint Systems . . . . . 3-36 Head Restraints What Makes an Airbag Where to Put the Restraint . . . 3-37 Head Restraints ...... 3-2 Inflate? ...... 3-23 Lower Anchors and Tethers How Does an Airbag for Children (LATCH Front Seats Restrain? ...... 3-23 System) ...... 3-39 Seat Adjustment ...... 3-3 What Will You See after an Replacing LATCH System Power Seat Adjustment ...... 3-4 Airbag Inflates? ...... 3-24 Parts After a Crash ...... 3-46 Reclining Seatbacks ...... 3-5 Passenger Sensing Securing Child Restraints Heated Front Seats ...... 3-7 System ...... 3-25 (Rear Seat) ...... 3-46 Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Securing Child Restraints Rear Seats Vehicle ...... 3-29 (Front Passenger Seat) . . . . 3-49 Rear Seats ...... 3-8 Adding Equipment to the Safety Belts Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . 3-29 Safety Belts ...... 3-10 Airbag System Check ...... 3-30 How to Wear Safety Belts Replacing Airbag System Properly ...... 3-11 Parts after a Crash ...... 3-31 Lap-Shoulder Belt ...... 3-12 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy ...... 3-16 Safety Belt Extender ...... 3-17 Safety System Check ...... 3-17 Safety Belt Care ...... 3-17 Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash ...... 3-17 Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (2,1)

3-2 Seats and Restraints

Head Restraints

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With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/ spinal injury in a crash. Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly. Adjust the head restraint so that the The height of the head restraint can top of the restraint is at the same be adjusted. Pull the head restraint height as the top of the occupant's up to raise it. Try to move the head head. This position reduces the restraint to make sure that it is chance of a neck injury in a crash. locked in place. Front Seats To lower the head restraint, press the button, located on the top of the The vehicle's front seats have seatback, and push the head adjustable head restraints in the restraint down. Try to move the outboard seating positions. head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is locked in place. The front seat outboard head restraints are not designed to be removed. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (3,1)

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Rear Seats Front Seats The vehicle's rear seats have adjustable head restraints in the Seat Adjustment outboard seating positions. The height of the head restraint can be { WARNING adjusted. Pull the head restraint up to raise it. Try to move the head You can lose control of the restraint to make sure that it is vehicle if you try to adjust a locked in place. manual driver seat while the To lower the head restraint, press vehicle is moving. The sudden the button, located on the top of movement could startle and the seatback, and push the head confuse you, or make you push a To adjust a manual seat: restraint down. Try to move the pedal when you do not want to. head restraint after the button is Adjust the driver seat only when 1. Pull the handle at the front of released to make sure that it is the vehicle is not moving. the seat. locked in place. 2. Slide the seat to the desired If you are installing a child restraint position and release the handle. in the rear seat, see Securing a “ 3. Try to move the seat back and Child Restraint Designed for the forth to be sure it is locked in LATCH System under Lower ” place. Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3‑39. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (4,1)

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Seat Height Adjuster Seat Cushion Tilt Feature Power Seat Adjustment

If available, move the lever up or If available, move the lever up or To adjust the power driver seat, down to manually raise or lower down to raise or lower the front of if equipped: the seat. the seat cushion. . Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward. . Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (5,1)

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. Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the rear of the control up { WARNING or down. If either seatback is not locked, it To adjust the seatback, see could move forward in a sudden Reclining Seatbacks on page 3 5 for ‑ stop or crash. That could cause more information. injury to the person sitting there. Reclining Seatbacks Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked. { WARNING

You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a To recline the seatback: manual driver seat while the 1. Lift the lever. vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and If necessary, move the safety confuse you, or make you push a belt out of the way to access the pedal when you do not want to. lever. Adjust the driver seat only when 2. Move the seatback to the the vehicle is not moving. desired position, then release the lever to lock the seatback in place. 3. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (6,1)

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To return the seatback to an upright position: WARNING (Continued) 1. Lift the lever fully without The lap belt cannot do its job applying pressure to the either. In a crash, the belt could seatback, and the seatback go up over your abdomen. The returns to the upright position. belt forces would be there, not at 2. Push and pull on the seatback to your pelvic bones. This could make sure it is locked. cause serious internal injuries. For proper protection when the { WARNING vehicle is in motion, have the seatback upright. Then sit well Sitting in a reclined position when back in the seat and wear the the vehicle is in motion can be Do not have a seatback reclined if safety belt properly. the vehicle is moving. dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job when reclined like this. The shoulder belt cannot do its job because it will not be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. (Continued) Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (7,1)

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Heated Front Seats Press M or L to heat the driver or passenger seat cushion and { WARNING seatback. Press the control once for the If you cannot feel temperature highest setting. With each press of change or pain to the skin, the the control, the heated seat will seat heater may cause burns change to the next lower setting, even at low temperatures. To and then the off setting. Three lights reduce the risk of burns, people indicate the highest setting and one with such a condition should use light the lowest. care when using the seat heater, The passenger seat may take especially for long periods of longer to heat up. time. Do not place anything on Uplevel Automatic Climate Control the seat that insulates against System Shown, Other Automatic Remote Start Heated Seats Systems Similar heat, such as a blanket, cushion, When it is cold outside, the cover, or similar item. This may On vehicles with heated front seats, heated seats can be turned on cause the seat heater to the controls are on the climate automatically during a remote overheat. An overheated seat control panel. The engine must be vehicle start. The heated seats will heater may cause a burn or may running to operate the heated seats. be canceled when the ignition is damage the seat. turned on. Press the control to use the heated seats after the vehicle is started. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (8,1)

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The heated seat indicator lights on Rear Seats the control do not turn on during a remote start. Either side of the rear seatback can be folded. The temperature performance of an unoccupied seat may be reduced. Notice: Folding a rear seat with This is normal. the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the The heated seats will not turn on safety belts. Always unbuckle the during a remote start unless the safety belts and return them to heated seat feature is enabled in their normal stowed position the vehicle personalization menu. before folding a rear seat. See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2‑8 and Vehicle To fold the rear seatbacks: Personalization on page 5‑30 for 2. Make sure the safety belt is in 1. Unbuckle the rear safety belts the guide on top of the seatback. more information. and place the front seatback in the upright position. 3. Reach under the safety belt and pull the lever to unlock the seatback. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (9,1)

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The center rear safety belt { WARNING may lock when you raise the seatback. If this happens, let the A safety belt that is improperly belt go back all the way and routed, not properly attached, start again. or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash. The { WARNING person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. After raising the If the seatback is not locked, it rear seatback, always check to be could move forward in a sudden sure that the safety belts are stop or crash. That could cause properly routed and attached, and injury to the person sitting there. are not twisted. A tab near the seatback lever Always pull forward on the top of raises when the seatback is the seatback at the area of the unlocked. To raise the seatback: latch to be sure it is locked. 4. Fold the seatback forward. 1. Make sure the safety belt is in the guide on the top of the 3. Push and pull on the seatback to Repeat Steps 1 through 3 for the seatback. make sure it is locked into other seatback, if desired. position. 2. Lift the seatback up and push it rearward until it clicks into place. 4. Repeat Steps 1 through 3 for the Keep the safety belts clear of the other seatback, if necessary. seatback and untwisted. Keep the seat in the upright locked A tab near the seatback lever position when not in use. retracts when the seatback is locked in place. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (10,1)

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Why Safety Belts Work Safety Belts WARNING (Continued) This section of the manual describes how to use safety belts It is extremely dangerous to ride properly. It also describes some in a cargo area, inside or outside things not to do with safety belts. of a vehicle. In a collision, passengers riding in these areas { WARNING are more likely to be seriously Do not let anyone ride where a injured or killed. Do not allow safety belt cannot be worn passengers to ride in any area of properly. In a crash, if you or your the vehicle that is not equipped passenger(s) are not wearing with seats and safety belts. safety belts, injuries can be much Always wear a safety belt, and check that all passenger(s) are worse than if you are wearing When riding in a vehicle, you travel safety belts. You can be seriously restrained properly too. as fast as the vehicle does. If the injured or killed by hitting things vehicle stops suddenly, you keep inside the vehicle harder or by This vehicle has indicators as a going until something stops you. being ejected from the vehicle. In reminder to buckle the safety belts. It could be the windshield, the addition, anyone who is not See Safety Belt Reminders on instrument panel, or the safety belts! buckled up can strike other page 5‑10 for additional information. When you wear a safety belt, you passengers in the vehicle. and the vehicle slow down together. (Continued) There is more time to stop because you stop over a longer distance and, when worn properly, your strongest bones take the forces from the Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (11,1)

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safety belts. That is why wearing Also, in nearly all states and in safety belts makes such good all Canadian provinces, the law sense. requires wearing safety belts. Questions and Answers About How to Wear Safety Belts Safety Belts Properly Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if I am wearing a This section is only for people of safety belt? adult size. A: You could be— whether you are There are special things to know wearing a safety belt or not. about safety belts and children. And Your chance of being conscious there are different rules for smaller during and after a crash, so you children and infants. If a child will be . Sit up straight and always keep can unbuckle and get out, is riding in the vehicle, see Older your feet on the floor in front much greater if you are belted. Children on page 3‑31 or Infants of you. and Young Children on page 3‑33. Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why . Always use the correct buckle Follow those rules for everyone's for your seating position. should I have to wear safety protection. belts? . Wear the lap part of the belt low It is very important for all occupants A: Airbags are supplemental and snug on the hips, just to buckle up. Statistics show that touching the thighs. In a crash, systems only; so they work with unbelted people are hurt more often safety belts— not instead of this applies force to the strong in crashes than those who are pelvic bones and you would be them. Whether or not an airbag wearing safety belts. is provided, all occupants still less likely to slide under the lap have to buckle up to get the There are important things to know belt. If you slid under it, the belt most protection. about wearing a safety belt properly. would apply force on your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (12,1)

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. Wear the shoulder belt over the Lap-Shoulder Belt The lap-shoulder belt may lock if shoulder and across the chest. you pull the belt across you very These parts of the body are best All seating positions in the vehicle quickly. If this happens, let the able to take belt restraining have a lap-shoulder belt. belt go back slightly to unlock it. forces. The shoulder belt locks if The following instructions explain Then pull the belt across you there is a sudden stop or crash. how to wear a lap-shoulder belt more slowly. properly. If the shoulder portion of a { WARNING 1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is passenger belt is pulled out all You can be seriously injured, adjustable, so you can sit up the way, the child restraint locking feature may be engaged. or even killed, by not wearing straight. To see how, see “Seats” If this happens, let the belt go your safety belt properly. in the Index. back all the way and start again. . Never allow the lap or shoulder belt to become loose or twisted. . Never wear the shoulder belt under both arms or behind your back. . Never route the lap or shoulder belt over an armrest.

2. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it 3. Push the latch plate into the get twisted. buckle until it clicks. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (13,1)

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Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 3‑17. Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary. If equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster, move it to the height that is right for you. See “Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster” later in this section for 4. To make the lap part tight, pull To unlatch the belt, push the button instructions on use and up on the shoulder belt. on the buckle. The belt should important safety information. return to its stowed position. Before a door is closed, be sure the safety belt is out of the way. If a door is slammed against a safety belt, damage can occur to both the safety belt and the vehicle. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (14,1)

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Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster They can help tighten the safety belts during the early stages of a The vehicle has a shoulder belt moderate to severe frontal and height adjuster for the driver and near frontal crash if the threshold right front passenger seating conditions for pretensioner positions. activation are met. Adjust the guide so the shoulder Pretensioners work only once. If the portion of the belt is on the shoulder pretensioners activate in a crash, and not falling off of it. The belt the pretensioners and probably should be close to, but not other parts of the vehicle's safety contacting, the neck. Improper belt system will need to replaced. shoulder belt height adjustment See Replacing Safety Belt System could reduce the effectiveness of Parts after a Crash on page 3 17. the safety belt in a crash. See How Press the release button and move ‑ to Wear Safety Belts Properly on the height adjuster to the desired Rear Safety Belt Comfort position. The adjuster can be moved page 3‑11. up by pushing the slide/trim up. Guides After the adjuster is set to the This vehicle may have rear safety desired position, try to move it down belt comfort guides. If not, they are without pushing the release button available through the dealer. The to make sure it has locked into guides may provide added safety position. belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and Safety Belt Pretensioners for some adults. When installed and This vehicle has safety belt properly adjusted, the comfort guide pretensioners for front outboard positions the belt away from the occupants. Although the safety belt neck and head. pretensioners cannot be seen, they are part of the safety belt assembly. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (15,1)

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There is one guide, if equipped, for each outboard passenger position in the rear seat. To install a comfort guide to the safety belt:

2. Place the guide over the belt, 3. Be sure that the belt is not and insert the two edges of the twisted and it lies flat. The belt into the slots of the guide. elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top.

1. Remove the guide from its storage pocket on the side of the seat. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (16,1)

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4. Buckle, position, and release { WARNING the safety belt as described previously in this section. Make A safety belt that is not properly sure the shoulder portion of the worn may not provide the belt is on the shoulder and not protection needed in a crash. The falling off of it. The belt should person wearing the belt could be be close to, but not contacting, seriously injured. The shoulder the neck. belt should go over the shoulder 5. To remove and store the comfort and across the chest. These parts guide, squeeze the belt edges of the body are best able to take together so that the safety belt belt restraining forces. can be removed from the guide. Store the guide in its storage A pregnant woman should wear a pocket on the seatback. lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should be worn as low as Safety Belt Use During possible, below the rounding, Pregnancy throughout the pregnancy. Safety belts work for everyone, The best way to protect the fetus is including pregnant women. Like all to protect the mother. When a safety occupants, they are more likely to belt is worn properly, it is more likely be seriously injured if they do not that the fetus will not be hurt in a wear safety belts. crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (17,1)

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Safety Belt Extender from doing its job. See your dealer Replacing Safety Belt to have it repaired. Torn or frayed If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten safety belts may not protect you in a System Parts after a around you, you should use it. crash. They can rip apart under Crash But if a safety belt is not long impact forces. If a belt is torn or enough, your dealer will order you frayed, get a new one right away. { WARNING an extender. When you go in to Make sure the safety belt reminder order it, take the heaviest coat you light is working. See Safety Belt A crash can damage the safety will wear, so the extender will be Reminders on page 5‑10 for more belt system in the vehicle. long enough for you. To help avoid information. A damaged safety belt system personal injury, do not let someone may not properly protect the else use it, and use it only for the Keep safety belts clean and dry. person using it, resulting in seat it is made to fit. The extender See Safety Belt Care on page 3‑17. serious injury or even death in a has been designed for adults. Never crash. To help make sure the use it for securing child seats. To Safety Belt Care safety belt systems are working wear it, attach it to the regular safety Keep belts clean and dry. properly after a crash, have them belt. For more information, see the inspected and any necessary instruction sheet that comes with { WARNING replacements made as soon as the extender. possible. Do not bleach or dye safety belts. Safety System Check It may severely weaken them. In After a minor crash, replacement of Now and then, check that the safety a crash, they might not be able to safety belts may not be necessary. belt reminder light, safety belts, provide adequate protection. But the safety belt assemblies that buckles, latch plates, retractors, and Clean safety belts only with mild were used during any crash may anchorages are all working properly. soap and lukewarm water. have been stressed or damaged. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts that might keep a safety belt system Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (18,1)

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See your dealer to have the safety Airbag System . A roof-rail airbag for the driver belt assemblies inspected or and the passenger seated replaced. The vehicle has the following directly behind the driver. airbags: New parts and repairs may be . A roof-rail airbag for the right necessary even if the safety belt . A frontal airbag for the driver. front passenger and the passenger seated directly system was not being used at the . A frontal airbag for the right front behind the right front passenger. time of the crash. passenger. All of the airbags in the vehicle will Have the safety belt pretensioners . A knee airbag for the driver. checked if the vehicle has been in a have the word AIRBAG embossed crash, or if the airbag readiness light . A knee airbag for the right front in the trim or on an attached label stays on after you start the vehicle passenger. near the deployment opening. or while you are driving. See Airbag . A seat-mounted side impact For frontal airbags, the word Readiness Light on page 5‑11. airbag for the driver and the AIRBAG will appear on the middle passenger seated directly part of the steering wheel for the behind the driver. driver and on the instrument panel for the right front passenger. . A seat-mounted side impact airbag for the right front With knee airbags, the word passenger and the passenger AIRBAG will appear on the lower seated directly behind the right portion of the instrument panel. front passenger. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (19,1)

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With seat-mounted side impact Here are the most important things airbags, the word AIRBAG will to know about the airbag system: { WARNING appear on the side of the seatback closest to the door. Because airbags inflate with great { WARNING force and faster than the blink With roof-rail airbags, the word You can be severely injured or of an eye, anyone who is up AIRBAG will appear along the against, or very close to any headliner or trim. killed in a crash if you are not wearing your safety belt, even airbag when it inflates can be Airbags are designed to supplement with airbags. Airbags are seriously injured or killed. Do not the protection provided by safety designed to work with safety sit unnecessarily close to any belts. Even though today's airbags belts, not replace them. Also, airbag, as you would be if sitting are also designed to help reduce airbags are not designed to inflate on the edge of the seat or leaning the risk of injury from the force of an in every crash. In some crashes forward. Safety belts help keep inflating bag, all airbags must inflate you in position before and during very quickly to do their job. safety belts are the only restraint. See When Should an Airbag a crash. Always wear a safety belt, even with airbags. The driver Inflate? on page 3‑22. should sit as far back as possible Wearing your safety belt during a while still maintaining control of crash helps reduce the chance of the vehicle. hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it. Airbags are Occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door or side “supplemental restraints” to the safety belts. Everyone in the windows in seating positions with vehicle should wear a safety belt seat-mounted side impact airbags properly, whether or not there is and/or roof-rail airbags. an airbag for that person. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (20,1)

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Where Are the Airbags? { WARNING

Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus There is an airbag readiness light lap-shoulder belts offer protection on the instrument panel cluster, for adults and older children, but which shows the airbag symbol. The not for young children and infants. system checks the airbag electrical Neither the vehicle's safety belt system for malfunctions. The light system nor its airbag system is tells you if there is an electrical designed for them. Young problem. See Airbag Readiness children and infants need the Light on page 5‑11 for more protection that a child restraint information. system can provide. Always The driver frontal airbag is in the secure children properly in the center of the steering wheel. vehicle. To read how, see Older The front outboard passenger Children on page 3‑31 or Infants frontal airbag is in the passenger and Young Children on side instrument panel. page 3‑33. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (21,1)

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The driver knee airbag is below the Driver Side Shown, Passenger Rear Seat Driver Side Shown, steering column. The front outboard Side Similar Passenger Side Similar passenger knee airbag is below the glove box. The driver and front outboard On vehicles with second row passenger seat‐mounted side seat‐mounted side impact airbags, impact airbags are in the side of the they are in the sides of the rear seatbacks closest to the door. seatback closest to the door. The roof-rail airbags for the driver, right front passenger, and second row outboard passengers are in the ceiling above the side windows. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (22,1)

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When Should an Airbag straight on or at an angle, and { WARNING whether the object is fixed or Inflate? moving, rigid or deformable, narrow If something is between an Frontal airbags are designed to or wide. occupant and an airbag, the inflate in moderate to severe frontal airbag might not inflate properly Thresholds can also vary with or near frontal crashes to help specific vehicle design. or it might force the object into reduce the potential for severe that person causing severe injury injuries, mainly to the driver's or Frontal airbags are not intended to or even death. The path of an front outboard passenger's head inflate during vehicle rollovers, in inflating airbag must be kept and chest. However, they are only rear impacts, or in many side clear. Do not put anything designed to inflate if the impact impacts. between an occupant and an exceeds a predetermined In addition, the vehicle has airbag, and do not attach or put deployment threshold. Deployment dual-stage frontal airbags. anything on the steering wheel thresholds are used to predict how Dual-stage airbags adjust the hub or on or near any other severe a crash is likely to be in time restraint according to crash severity. airbag covering. for the airbags to inflate and help restrain the occupants. Frontal knee airbags are designed Do not use seat accessories to inflate in moderate to severe that block the inflation path of a Whether the frontal airbags will or frontal or near frontal impacts seat-mounted side impact airbag. should inflate is not based primarily that exceed a predetermined on how fast the vehicle is traveling. deployment threshold. Never secure anything to the roof It depends on what is hit, the of a vehicle with roof-rail airbags direction of the impact, and how The vehicle has electronic frontal by routing a rope or tie‐down quickly the vehicle slows down. sensors, which help the sensing through any door or window system distinguish between a Frontal airbags may inflate at opening. If you do, the path of an moderate frontal impact and a more different crash speeds depending on severe frontal impact. For moderate inflating roof-rail airbag will be whether the vehicle hits an object blocked. frontal impacts, dual-stage airbags Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (23,1)

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inflate at a level less than full either side of the vehicle is struck or How Does an Airbag deployment. For more severe frontal if the sensing system predicts that impacts, full deployment occurs. the vehicle is about to roll over on Restrain? The vehicle has seat-mounted side its side, or in a severe frontal In moderate to severe frontal or impact airbags and roof-rail airbags. impact. near frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering See Airbag System on page 3‑18. In any particular crash, no one can Seat-mounted side impact and say whether an airbag should have wheel or the instrument panel. In roof-rail airbags are intended to inflated simply because of the moderate to severe side collisions, inflate in moderate to severe side vehicle damage or repair costs. even belted occupants can contact crashes depending on the location the inside of the vehicle. of the impact. In addition, these What Makes an Airbag Airbags supplement the roof‐rail airbags are intended to Inflate? protection provided by safety inflate during a rollover or in a belts by distributing the force of severe frontal impact. Seat-mounted In a deployment event, the sensing the impact more evenly over the side impact and roof-rail airbags will system sends an electrical signal occupant's body. inflate if the crash severity is above triggering a release of gas from the Rollover capable roof rail airbags the system's designed threshold inflator. Gas from the inflator fills the ‐ are designed to help contain the level. The threshold level can vary airbag causing the bag to break out head and chest of occupants in the with specific vehicle design. of the cover. The inflator, the airbag, outboard seating positions in the and related hardware are all part of Roof rail airbags are not intended to first and second rows. The rollover ‐ the airbag module. inflate in rear impacts. capable roof‐rail airbags are A seat-mounted side impact airbag For airbag location, see Where Are designed to help reduce the risk of is intended to inflate on the side the Airbags? on page 3‑20. full or partial ejection in rollover of the vehicle that is struck. Both events, although no system can roof‐rail airbags will inflate when prevent all such ejections. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (24,1)

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But airbags would not help in be some smoke and dust coming The vehicle has a feature that may many types of collisions, primarily from the vents in the deflated automatically unlock the doors, turn because the occupant's motion is airbags. Airbag inflation does not on the interior lamps, turn on the not toward those airbags. See When prevent the driver from seeing out of hazard warning flashers, and shut Should an Airbag Inflate? on the windshield or being able to steer off the fuel system after the airbags page 3‑22 for more information. the vehicle, nor does it prevent inflate. You can lock the doors, turn Airbags should never be regarded people from leaving the vehicle. off the interior lamps, and turn off as anything more than a supplement the hazard warning flashers by to safety belts. { WARNING using the controls for those features. What Will You See after When an airbag inflates, there may be dust in the air. This dust { WARNING an Airbag Inflates? could cause breathing problems After the frontal airbags and for people with a history of A crash severe enough to inflate seat-mounted side impact airbags asthma or other breathing trouble. the airbags may have also inflate, they quickly deflate, so To avoid this, everyone in the damaged important functions in quickly that some people may not vehicle should get out as soon as the vehicle, such as the fuel even realize an airbag inflated. it is safe to do so. If you have system, brake and steering Roof-rail airbags may still be at least breathing problems but cannot systems, etc. Even if the vehicle partially inflated for some time after get out of the vehicle after an appears to be drivable after a they inflate. Some components of airbag inflates, then get fresh air moderate crash, there may be the airbag module may be hot for by opening a window or a door. concealed damage that could several minutes. For location of the If you experience breathing make it difficult to safely operate airbags, see Where Are the problems following an airbag the vehicle. Airbags? on page 3‑20. deployment, you should seek Use caution if you should attempt The parts of the airbag that come medical attention. to restart the engine after a crash into contact with you may be warm, has occurred. but not too hot to touch. There may Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (25,1)

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In many crashes severe enough to . Let only qualified technicians to start the vehicle, you may not see inflate the airbag, windshields are work on the airbag systems. the system check. When the system broken by vehicle deformation. Improper service can mean that check is complete, either the word Additional windshield breakage may an airbag system will not work ON or OFF will be visible. See also occur from the front outboard properly. See your dealer for Passenger Airbag Status Indicator passenger airbag. service. on page 5‑12. . Airbags are designed to inflate Passenger Sensing The passenger sensing system only once. After an airbag turns off the front outboard inflates, you will need some new System passenger frontal airbag and knee parts for the airbag system. The vehicle has a passenger airbag under certain conditions. No If you do not get them, the sensing system for the front other airbag is affected by the airbag system will not be there outboard passenger position. The passenger sensing system. to help protect you in another passenger airbag status indicator The passenger sensing system crash. A new system will include will light on the instrument panel works with sensors that are part of airbag modules and possibly when the vehicle is started. the front outboard passenger seat. other parts. The service manual The sensors are designed to detect for the vehicle covers the need the presence of a properly seated to replace other parts. occupant and determine if the front . The vehicle has a crash sensing outboard passenger frontal airbag and diagnostic module which and knee airbag should be allowed records information after a to inflate or not. crash. See Vehicle Data According to accident statistics, Recording and Privacy on The words ON and OFF will be children are safer when properly page 13 15 and Event Data ‑ visible during the system check. secured in a rear seat in the correct Recorders on page 13 15. ‑ If you use remote start, if equipped, child restraint for their weight and size. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (26,1)

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We recommend that children be The passenger sensing system is secured in a rear seat, including: WARNING (Continued) designed to turn off the front an infant or a child riding in a outboard passenger frontal airbag rear-facing child restraint; a child passenger frontal airbag inflates and knee airbag if: riding in a forward-facing child seat; and the passenger seat is in a forward position. . The front outboard passenger an older child riding in a booster seat is unoccupied. seat; and children, who are large Even if the passenger sensing enough, using safety belts. system has turned off the front . The system determines that an outboard passenger airbag(s), no infant is present in a child Never put a rear-facing child seat in restraint. the front. This is because the risk to system is fail-safe. No one can the rear-facing child is so great, guarantee that an airbag will not . A front outboard passenger if the airbag inflates. inflate under some unusual takes his/her weight off of the circumstance, even though the seat for a period of time. { WARNING airbag(s) are off. . There is a critical problem with Secure rear-facing child restraints the airbag system or the A child in a rear-facing child in a rear seat, even if the passenger sensing system. restraint can be seriously injured airbag(s) are off. If you secure a When the passenger sensing or killed if the passenger frontal forward-facing child restraint in system has turned off the front airbag inflates. This is because the front outboard passenger outboard passenger frontal airbag the back of the rear-facing child seat, always move the seat as far and knee airbag, the off indicator restraint would be very close to back as it will go. It is better to will light and stay lit as a reminder the inflating airbag. A child in a secure the child restraint in a that the airbags are off. See forward-facing child restraint can rear seat. Passenger Airbag Status Indicator be seriously injured or killed if the on page 5‑12. (Continued) Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (27,1)

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The passenger sensing system is 4. Reinstall the child restraint designed to turn on the front { WARNING following the directions outboard passenger frontal airbag provided by the child restraint and knee airbag anytime the system If the airbag readiness light ever manufacturer and refer to senses that a person of adult size is comes on and stays on, it means Securing Child Restraints (Front sitting properly in the front outboard that something may be wrong Passenger Seat) on page 3‑49 passenger seat. When the with the airbag system. To help or Securing Child Restraints passenger sensing system has avoid injury to yourself or others, (Rear Seat) on page 3‑46. have the vehicle serviced right allowed the airbags to be enabled, 5. If, after reinstalling the child away. See Airbag Readiness the on indicator will light and stay lit restraint and restarting the Light on page 5 11 for more as a reminder that the airbags are ‑ vehicle, the on indicator is still active. information, including important lit, turn the vehicle off. Then For some children, including safety information. slightly recline the vehicle children in child restraints, and for seatback and adjust the seat very small adults, the passenger If the On Indicator Is Lit for a cushion, if adjustable, to make sensing system may or may not turn Child Restraint sure that the vehicle seatback is off the front outboard passenger not pushing the child restraint frontal airbag and knee airbag, If a child restraint has been installed into the seat cushion. Also make depending upon the person's and the on indicator is lit: sure the child restraint is not seating posture and body build. 1. Turn the vehicle off. trapped under the vehicle head Everyone in the vehicle who restraint. If this happens, adjust has outgrown child restraints 2. Remove the child restraint from the head restraint. See Head the vehicle. should wear a safety belt Restraints on page 3‑2. properly — whether or not there is 3. Remove any additional items 6. Restart the vehicle. an airbag for that person. from the seat such as blankets, cushions, seat covers, seat heaters, or seat massagers. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (28,1)

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The passenger sensing system may If a person of adult size is sitting in Additional Factors Affecting or may not turn off the airbags for a the front outboard passenger seat, System Operation child in a child restraint depending but the off indicator is lit, it could be upon the child's seating posture and because that person is not sitting Safety belts help keep the body build. It is better to secure the properly in the seat. Use the passenger in position on the seat child restraint in a rear seat. following steps to allow the system during vehicle maneuvers and to detect that person and enable the braking, which helps the passenger If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an front outboard passenger frontal sensing system maintain the Adult-Size Occupant airbag and knee airbag: passenger airbag status. See “Safety Belts” and “Child Restraints” 1. Turn the vehicle off. in the Index for additional 2. Remove any additional material information about the importance of from the seat, such as blankets, proper restraint use. cushions, seat covers, seat A thick layer of additional material, heaters, or seat massagers. such as a blanket or cushion, 3. Place the seatback in the fully or aftermarket equipment such as upright position. seat covers, seat heaters, and seat massagers can affect how well the 4. Have the person sit upright in passenger sensing system the seat, centered on the seat operates. We recommend that you cushion, with legs comfortably not use seat covers or other extended. aftermarket equipment except when 5. Restart the vehicle and have the approved by GM for your specific person remain in this position for vehicle. See Adding Equipment to one minute after the on indicator the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on is lit. page 3‑29 for more information about modifications that can affect how the system operates. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (29,1)

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A wet seat can affect the performance of the passenger { WARNING { WARNING sensing system. Here is how: Stowing of articles under the For up to 10 seconds after the . The passenger sensing system passenger seat or between the vehicle is turned off and the may turn off the passenger passenger seat cushion and battery is disconnected, an airbag airbag when liquid is soaked into seatback may interfere with the can still inflate during improper the seat. If this happens, the off proper operation of the passenger service. You can be injured if you indicator will be lit, and the sensing system. are close to an airbag when it airbag readiness light on the inflates. Avoid yellow connectors. instrument panel will also be lit. They are probably part of the . Liquid pooled on the seat that Servicing the airbag system. Be sure to follow has not soaked in may make it Airbag-Equipped Vehicle proper service procedures, and more likely that the passenger Airbags affect how the vehicle make sure the person performing sensing system will turn on the work for you is qualified to do so. passenger airbag while a child should be serviced. There are parts restraint or child occupant is on of the airbag system in several the seat. If the passenger airbag places around the vehicle. Your Adding Equipment to the dealer and the service manual have is turned on, the on indicator will Airbag-Equipped Vehicle be lit. information about servicing the vehicle and the airbag system. To Adding accessories that change the If the passenger seat gets wet, dry purchase a service manual, see vehicle's frame, bumper system, the seat immediately. If the airbag Service Publications Ordering height, front end or side sheet readiness light is lit, do not install a Information on page 13‑13. metal, may keep the airbag system child restraint or allow anyone to from working properly. The occupy the seat. See Airbag operation of the airbag system can Readiness Light on page 5‑11 for also be affected by changing or important safety information. moving any parts of the front seats, safety belts, the airbag sensing and Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (30,1)

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diagnostic module, steering wheel, interfere with the operation of the Airbag System Check instrument panel, roof-rail airbag passenger sensing system. This modules, ceiling headliner or pillar could either prevent proper The airbag system does not need garnish trim, front sensors, side deployment of the passenger regularly scheduled maintenance or impact sensors, or airbag wiring. airbag(s) or prevent the passenger replacement. Make sure the airbag readiness light is working. See Your dealer and the service manual sensing system from properly turning off the passenger airbag(s). Airbag Readiness Light on have information about the location page 5‑11 for more information. of the airbag sensors, sensing and See Passenger Sensing System on diagnostic module, and airbag page 3‑25. Notice: If an airbag covering is wiring. If the vehicle has rollover roof‐rail damaged, opened, or broken, the airbags, see Different Size Tires airbag may not work properly. Do In addition, the vehicle has a not open or break the airbag passenger sensing system for the and Wheels on page 10‑54 for additional important information. coverings. If there are any front outboard passenger position, opened or broken airbag covers, which includes sensors that are part If you have to modify your vehicle have the airbag covering and/or of the passenger seat. The because you have a disability and airbag module replaced. For the passenger sensing system may not have questions about whether the location of the airbags, see operate properly if the original seat modifications will affect the vehicle's Where Are the Airbags? on trim is replaced with non-GM airbag system, or if you have page 3‑20. See your dealer for covers, upholstery or trim, or with questions about whether the airbag service. GM covers, upholstery or trim system will be affected if the vehicle designed for a different vehicle. Any is modified for any other reason, call object, such as an aftermarket seat Customer Assistance. See heater or a comfort enhancing pad Customer Assistance Offices on or device, installed under or on top page 13‑4. of the seat fabric, could also Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (31,1)

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Replacing Airbag System If an airbag inflates, you will need to Child Restraints Parts after a Crash replace airbag system parts. See your dealer for service. Older Children { WARNING If the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is started or comes A crash can damage the airbag on when you are driving, the airbag systems in the vehicle. system may not work properly. Have A damaged airbag system the vehicle serviced right away. See Airbag Readiness Light on may not work properly and page 5 11 for more information. may not protect you and your ‑ passenger(s) in a crash, resulting in serious injury or even death. To help make sure the airbag systems are working properly after a crash, have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as Older children who have outgrown possible. booster seats should wear the vehicle safety belts. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (32,1)

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The manufacturer's instructions that . Can proper safety belt fit be According to accident statistics, come with the booster seat state the maintained for the length of the children and infants are safer weight and height limitations for that trip? If yes, continue. If no, when properly restrained in a child booster. Use a booster seat with a return to the booster seat. restraint system or infant restraint lap-shoulder belt until the child Q: What is the proper way to system secured in a rear seating passes the fit test below: wear safety belts? position. . Sit all the way back on the seat. A: An older child should wear a In a crash, children who are not Do the knees bend at the seat lap-shoulder belt and get the buckled up can strike other people edge? If yes, continue. If no, additional restraint a shoulder who are buckled up, or can be return to the booster seat. belt can provide. The shoulder thrown out of the vehicle. Older children need to use safety belts . Buckle the lap-shoulder belt. belt should not cross the face or Does the shoulder belt rest on neck. The lap belt should fit properly. the shoulder? If yes, continue. snugly below the hips, just If no, try using the rear safety touching the top of the thighs. { WARNING belt comfort guide. See “Rear This applies belt force to the Safety Belt Comfort Guides” child's pelvic bones in a crash. Never do this. under Lap-Shoulder Belt on It should never be worn over the Never allow two children to wear page 3‑12 for more information. abdomen, which could cause the same safety belt. The safety severe or even fatal internal If the shoulder belt still does not belt cannot properly spread the injuries in a crash. rest on the shoulder, then return impact forces. In a crash, the two to the booster seat. Also see “Rear Safety Belt Comfort children can be crushed together . Does the lap belt fit low and Guides” under Lap-Shoulder Belt on and seriously injured. A safety snug on the hips, touching the page 3‑12. belt must be used by only one thighs? If yes, continue. If no, person at a time. return to the booster seat. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (33,1)

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Infants and Young WARNING (Continued) Children The child could move too far Everyone in a vehicle needs forward increasing the chance of protection! This includes infants head and neck injury. The child and all other children. Neither the might also slide under the lap distance traveled nor the age and belt. The belt force would then be size of the traveler changes the applied right on the abdomen. need, for everyone, to use safety That could cause serious or fatal restraints. In fact, the law in every injuries. The shoulder belt should state in the United States and in go over the shoulder and across every Canadian province says the chest. children up to some age must be { WARNING restrained while in a vehicle.

Never do this. { WARNING Never allow a child to wear the safety belt with the shoulder belt Children can be seriously injured behind their back. A child can be or strangled if a shoulder belt is seriously injured by not wearing wrapped around their neck and the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a the safety belt continues to crash, the child would not be tighten. Never leave children restrained by the shoulder belt. unattended in a vehicle and never allow children to play with the (Continued) safety belts. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (34,1)

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Airbags plus lap‐shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older WARNING (Continued) { WARNING children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle's For example, in a crash at only Never do this. safety belt system nor its airbag 40 km/h (25 mph), a 5.5 kg (12 lb) Children who are up against, system is designed for them. Every infant will suddenly become a or very close to, any airbag when time infants and young children ride 110 kg (240 lb) force on a person's it inflates can be seriously injured in vehicles, they should have the arms. An infant should be or killed. Never put a rear-facing protection provided by appropriate secured in an appropriate child restraint in the right front child restraints. restraint. seat. Secure a rear-facing child Children who are not restrained restraint in a rear seat. It is also properly can strike other people, better to secure a forward-facing or can be thrown out of the vehicle. child restraint in a rear seat. If you must secure a forward-facing { WARNING child restraint in the right front seat, always move the front Never do this. passenger seat as far back as it Never hold an infant or a child will go. while riding in a vehicle. Due to crash forces, an infant or a child will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it during a crash. (Continued) Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (35,1)

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sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle. If it is, the WARNING (Continued) restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor distributed across the strongest vehicle safety standards. part of an infant's body, the back and shoulders. Infants should The restraint manufacturer's always be secured in rear-facing instructions that come with the child restraints. restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular child restraint. In addition, there are many kinds of restraints { WARNING available for children with Q: What are the different types of special needs. A young child's hip bones are still add-on child restraints? so small that the vehicle's regular A: Add-on child restraints, which { WARNING safety belt may not remain low are purchased by the vehicle on the hip bones, as it should. owner, are available in four basic To reduce the risk of neck and Instead, it may settle up around types. Selection of a particular head injury during a crash, infants the child's abdomen. In a crash, restraint should take into need complete support. This is the belt would apply force on a consideration not only the child's because an infant's neck is not body area that is unprotected by weight, height, and age but also fully developed and its head any bony structure. This alone whether or not the restraint will weighs so much compared with could cause serious or fatal be compatible with the motor the rest of its body. In a crash, injuries. To reduce the risk of vehicle in which it will be used. an infant in a rear-facing child serious or fatal injuries during a For most basic types of child restraint settles into the restraint, crash, young children should restraints, there are many so the crash forces can be always be secured in appropriate different models available. When (Continued) child restraints. purchasing a child restraint, be Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (36,1)

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(B) Forward-Facing Child Seat (C) Booster Seats

(A) Rear‐Facing Infant Seat A forward-facing child seat (B) A booster seat (C) is a child restraint provides restraint for the child's designed to improve the fit of the A rear-facing infant seat (A) body with the harness. vehicle's safety belt system. provides restraint with the seating A booster seat can also help a child surface against the back of the to see out the window. infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (37,1)

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Securing an Add-On Child endangered in a crash if the child to locate the nearest child safety Restraint in the Vehicle restraint is not properly secured in seat inspection station. For CPST the vehicle. availability in Canada, check with { WARNING When securing an add-on child Transport Canada or the Provincial restraint, refer to the instructions Ministry of Transportation office. A child can be seriously injured or that come with the restraint which Securing the Child within the killed in a crash if the child may be on the restraint itself or in a Child Restraint restraint is not properly secured in booklet, or both, and to this manual. the vehicle. Secure the child The child restraint instructions are { restraint properly in the vehicle important, so if they are not WARNING using the vehicle safety belt or available, obtain a replacement A child can be seriously injured or copy from the manufacturer. LATCH system, following the killed in a crash if the child is not instructions that came with that Keep in mind that an unsecured properly secured in the child child restraint and the instructions child restraint can move around in a restraint. Secure the child in this manual. collision or sudden stop and injure properly following the instructions people in the vehicle. Be sure to that came with that child restraint. To help reduce the chance of injury, properly secure any child restraint in the child restraint must be secured the vehicle— even when no child is in the vehicle. Child restraint in it. Where to Put the systems must be secured in vehicle In some areas, Certified Child Restraint seats by lap belts or the lap belt Passenger Safety Technicians According to accident statistics, portion of a lap-shoulder belt, or by (CPSTs) are available to inspect children and infants are safer when the LATCH system. See Lower and demonstrate how to correctly properly restrained in a child Anchors and Tethers for Children use and install child restraints. In restraint system or infant restraint (LATCH System) on page 3‑39 for the U.S., refer to the National system secured in a rear seating more information. Children can be Highway Traffic Safety position. Administration (NHTSA) website Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (38,1)

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We recommend that children and When securing a child restraint child restraints be secured in a rear WARNING (Continued) in a rear seating position, study seat, including: an infant or a child the instructions that came with the riding in a rear-facing child restraint; passenger airbag inflates and the child restraint to make sure it is a child riding in a forward-facing passenger seat is in a forward compatible with this vehicle. position. child seat; an older child riding in a Child restraints and booster seats booster seat; and children, who are Even if the passenger sensing vary considerably in size, and some large enough, using safety belts. system has turned off the right may fit in certain seating positions A label on the sun visor says, front passenger frontal airbag, no better than others. Always make “Never put a rear-facing child seat in system is fail-safe. No one can sure the child restraint is properly the front.” This is because the risk to guarantee that an airbag will not secured. the rear-facing child is so great if the deploy under some unusual Depending on where you place the airbag deploys. circumstance, even though it is child restraint and the size of the turned off. child restraint, you may not be able { WARNING Secure rear-facing child to access adjacent safety belt restraints in a rear seat, even if assemblies or LATCH anchors for A child in a rear-facing child the airbag is off. If you secure a additional passengers or child restraint can be seriously forward-facing child restraint in restraints. Adjacent seating injured or killed if the right front the right front seat, always move positions should not be used if the passenger airbag inflates. the front passenger seat as far child restraint prevents access to or This is because the back of the interferes with the routing of the back as it will go. It is better to rear-facing child restraint would safety belt. secure the child restraint in a be very close to the inflating rear seat. Wherever a child restraint is airbag. A child in a forward-facing installed, be sure to secure the child restraint can be seriously See Passenger Sensing System child restraint properly. injured or killed if the right front on page 3‑25 for additional (Continued) information. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (39,1)

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Keep in mind that an unsecured When installing a child restraint with Lower Anchors child restraint can move around in a a top tether, you must also use collision or sudden stop and injure either the lower anchors or the people in the vehicle. Be sure to safety belts to properly secure the properly secure any child restraint in child restraint. A child restraint must the vehicle — even when no child never be installed using only the top is in it. tether anchor. In order to use the LATCH system Lower Anchors and in the vehicle, you need a child Tethers for Children restraint that has LATCH (LATCH System) attachments. The child restraint manufacturer will provide you with Lower anchors (A) are metal bars The LATCH system holds a child instructions on how to use the child built into the vehicle. There are two restraint during driving or in a crash. restraint and its attachments. The lower anchors for each LATCH This system is designed to make following explains how to attach a seating position that will installation of a child restraint easier. child restraint with these accommodate a child restraint with The LATCH system uses anchors in attachments in the vehicle. lower attachments (B). the vehicle and attachments on the child restraint that are made for use Not all vehicle seating positions or with the LATCH system. child restraints have lower anchors and attachments or top tether Make sure that a LATCH-compatible anchors and attachments. child restraint is properly installed using the anchors, or use the vehicle's safety belts to secure the restraint, following the instructions that came with that restraint, and also the instructions in this manual. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (40,1)

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Top Tether Anchor The child restraint may have Lower Anchor and Top Tether a single tether (A) or a dual Anchor Locations tether (C). Either will have a single attachment (B) to secure the top tether to the anchor. Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached. Others require the top tether always to be attached. In Canada, the law requires that A top tether (A, C) anchors the forward-facing child restraints have top of the child restraint to the a top tether, and that the tether be vehicle. A top tether anchor is built attached. Be sure to read and follow into the vehicle. The top tether the instructions for the child Rear Seat attachment (B) on the child restraint restraint. connects to the top tether anchor in I (Top Tether Anchor): Seating the vehicle in order to reduce the positions with top tether anchors. forward movement and rotation of H (Lower Anchor): Seating the child restraint during driving or in positions with two lower anchors. a crash. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (41,1)

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According to accident statistics, children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear seating position. See Where to Put the To assist you in locating the lower Restraint on page 3‑37 for anchors, each rear anchor position additional information. has a label, near the crease Securing a Child Restraint between the seatback and the seat Designed for the LATCH cushion. System The top tether anchors are under { the covers, behind the rear seat, on WARNING the filler panel. Be sure to use an If a LATCH-type child restraint is anchor on the same side of the not attached to anchors, the child vehicle as the seating position restraint will not be able to protect where the child restraint will be the child correctly. In a crash, the To assist in locating the top tether placed. child could be seriously injured or anchors, the top tether anchor Do not secure a child restraint in a killed. Install a LATCH-type child symbol is on the cover. position without a top tether anchor restraint properly using the if a national or local law requires anchors, or use the vehicle safety that the top tether be attached, or if belts to secure the restraint, the instructions that come with the following the instructions that child restraint say that the top tether came with the child restraint and must be attached. the instructions in this manual. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (42,1)

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This system is designed to make { WARNING WARNING (Continued) installation of child restraints easier. When using lower anchors, do not Do not attach more than one child Pull the shoulder belt all the way use the vehicle's safety belts. restraint to a single anchor. out of the retractor to set the lock, Instead use the vehicle's anchors Attaching more than one child if the vehicle has one, after the and child restraint attachments to restraint to a single anchor could child restraint has been installed. secure the restraints. Some cause the anchor or attachment restraints also use another vehicle to come loose or even break anchor to secure a top tether. during a crash. A child or others Notice: Do not let the LATCH 1. Attach and tighten the lower could be injured. To reduce the attachments rub against the attachments to the lower risk of serious or fatal injuries vehicle’s safety belts. This may damage these parts. If necessary, anchors. If the child restraint during a crash, attach only one move buckled safety belts to does not have lower child restraint per anchor. avoid rubbing the LATCH attachments or the desired attachments. seating position does not have lower anchors, secure the child Do not fold the empty rear seat { WARNING restraint with the top tether and with a safety belt buckled. This the safety belts. Refer to the could damage the safety belt or child restraint manufacturer Children can be seriously injured the seat. Unbuckle and return the or strangled if a shoulder belt is instructions and the instructions safety belt to its stowed position, in this manual. wrapped around their neck and before folding the seat. the safety belt continues to 1.1. Find the lower anchors for If you need to secure more than one tighten. Buckle any unused safety the desired rear outboard child restraint in the rear seat, see belts behind the child restraint so seating position. Where to Put the Restraint on children cannot reach them. page 3‑37. (Continued) Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (43,1)

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1.2. Put the child restraint on 2.2. Route, attach, and tighten the seat. the top tether according to For outboard rear seating the child restraint positions, if the head instructions and the restraint interferes with the following instructions: proper installation of the child restraint, the head restraint may be removed. See “Head Restraint Removal and . If you are using a dual Reinstallation” at the tether in a rear outboard end of this section. seating position with an adjustable head restraint, 1.3. Attach and tighten the lower raise the head restraint and attachments on the child route the tether under the restraint to the lower . If you are using a single head restraint and around anchors. tether in a rear outboard the head restraint posts. 2. If the child restraint manufacturer seating position with an recommends that the top tether adjustable head restraint, be attached, attach and tighten raise the head restraint and the top tether to the top tether route the single tether anchor, if equipped. Refer to the under the head restraint child restraint instructions and and in between the head the following steps: restraint posts. 2.1. Find the top tether anchor. Open the top tether anchor cover to expose the anchor. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (44,1)

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. If you are using a single . If you are using a dual . If you are using a single tether in a rear outboard tether in a rear outboard tether in the rear center seating position and the seating position and the seating position, route the head restraint has been head restraint has been single tether over the removed, route the single removed, route the dual headrest. tether over the seatback. tether over the seatback. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (45,1)

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Head Restraint Removal and 2. Press both buttons on the Reinstallation head restraint posts at the same time, and pull up on the head The rear outboard head restraints restraint. can be removed if they interfere with the proper installation of the child 3. Store the head restraint in the restraint. trunk of the vehicle. To remove the head restraint: 4. When the child restraint is removed, reinstall the head 1. Partially fold the seatback . If you are using a dual restraint before the seating forward. See Rear Seats on position is used. tether in the rear center page 3‑8 for additional seating position, route the information. dual tether over the { WARNING headrest. With head restraints that are not 3. Before placing a child in the installed and adjusted properly, child restraint, make sure it is there is a greater chance that securely held in place. To check, occupants will suffer a neck/ grasp the child restraint at the spinal injury in a crash. Do not LATCH path and attempt to move it side to side and drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and back‐and‐forth. There should be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of adjusted properly. movement, for proper installation. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (46,1)

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To reinstall the head restraint: 3. Try to move the head restraint to New parts and repairs may be make sure that it is locked in necessary even if the LATCH place. system was not being used at the time of the crash. Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash Securing Child Restraints (Rear Seat) { WARNING When securing a child restraint in a rear seating position, study the A crash can damage the LATCH instructions that came with the child system in the vehicle. A damaged restraint to make sure it is LATCH system may not properly compatible with this vehicle. secure the child restraint, resulting in serious injury or even If the child restraint has the LATCH system, see Lower Anchors and 1. Insert the head restraint posts death in a crash. To help make Tethers for Children (LATCH into the holes in the top of the sure the LATCH system is seatback. The notches (A) on System) on page 3‑39 for how and working properly after a crash, where to install the child restraint the posts must face the driver see your dealer to have the side of the vehicle. using LATCH. If a child restraint is system inspected and any secured in the vehicle using a 2. Push the head restraint down. necessary replacements made as safety belt and it uses a top tether, If necessary, press the height soon as possible. see Lower Anchors and Tethers for adjustment release button to Children (LATCH System) on further lower the head restraint. If the vehicle has the LATCH system page 3‑39 for top tether anchor See Head Restraints on and it was being used during a locations. page 3‑2. crash, new LATCH system parts may be needed. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (47,1)

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Do not secure a child seat in a If more than one child restraint position without a top tether anchor needs to be installed in the rear if a national or local law requires seat, be sure to read Where to Put that the top tether be anchored, or if the Restraint on page 3‑37. the instructions that come with the 1. Put the child restraint on child restraint say that the top strap the seat. must be anchored. If the head restraint interferes In Canada, the law requires that with the proper installation of the forward-facing child restraints have child restraint, the head restraint a top tether, and that the tether be may be removed. See “Head attached. Restraint Removal and If the child restraint does not have Reinstallation” under Lower the LATCH system, you will be Anchors and Tethers for 3. Push the latch plate into the using the safety belt to secure the Children (LATCH System) on buckle until it clicks. If the latch child restraint in this position. Be page 3‑39. plate will not go fully into the sure to follow the instructions that buckle, check if the correct 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run buckle is being used. came with the child restraint. Secure the lap and shoulder portions of the child in the child restraint when the vehicle's safety belt through Position the release button on and as the instructions say. or around the restraint. The child the buckle so that the safety belt restraint instructions will show could be quickly unbuckled if you how. necessary. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (48,1)

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Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is locked. If the retractor is not locked, repeat Steps 4 and 5. 6. If the child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3‑39 for more 4. Pull the shoulder belt all the way 5. To tighten the belt, push down information. out of the retractor to set the on the child restraint, pull the 7. Before placing a child in the lock. When the retractor lock is shoulder portion of the belt to child restraint, make sure it is set, the belt can be tightened but tighten the lap portion of the belt, securely held in place. To check, not pulled out of the retractor. and feed the shoulder belt back grasp the child restraint at the into the retractor. When installing safety belt path and attempt to a forward-facing child restraint, it move it side to side and back may be helpful to use your knee and forth. When the child to push down on the child restraint is properly installed, restraint as you tighten the belt. there should be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of movement. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (49,1)

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To remove the child restraint, certain conditions. See Passenger unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and Sensing System on page 3‑25 and WARNING (Continued) let it return to the stowed position. Passenger Airbag Status Indicator passenger airbag inflates and the If the top tether is attached to a top on page 5‑12 for more information, tether anchor, disconnect it. If the including important safety passenger seat is in a forward head restraint was removed, information. position. reinstall it before the seating A label on the sun visor says, Even if the passenger sensing position is used. See Head “ “Never put a rear-facing child seat in system has turned off the right Restraint Removal and the front.” This is because the risk to front passenger frontal airbag, no Reinstallation” under Lower Anchors the rear-facing child is so great, system is fail-safe. No one can and Tethers for Children (LATCH if the airbag deploys. guarantee that an airbag will not System) on page 3‑39 for additional deploy under some unusual information on installing the head circumstance, even though it is restraint properly. { WARNING turned off. A child in a rear-facing child Secure rear-facing child Securing Child Restraints restraint can be seriously restraints in a rear seat, even if (Front Passenger Seat) injured or killed if the right the airbag is off. If you secure a front passenger airbag inflates. This vehicle has airbags. A rear forward-facing child restraint in This is because the back of the seat is a safer place to secure a the right front seat, always move rear-facing child restraint would forward-facing child restraint. See the front passenger seat as far be very close to the inflating Where to Put the Restraint on back as it will go. It is better to airbag. A child in a forward-facing page 3‑37. secure the child restraint in a child restraint can be seriously In addition, the vehicle has a rear seat. passenger sensing system which is injured or killed if the right front See Passenger Sensing System designed to turn off the right front (Continued) on page 3 25 for additional passenger frontal airbag and ‑ passenger knee airbag under information. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (50,1)

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If the child restraint has the LATCH You will be using the lap-shoulder system, see Lower Anchors and belt to secure the child restraint in Tethers for Children (LATCH this position. Follow the instructions System) on page 3‑39 for how and that came with the child restraint. where to install the child restraint 1. Move the seat as far back as it using LATCH. If a child restraint is will go before securing the secured using a safety belt and it forward-facing child restraint. uses a top tether, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children When the passenger sensing (LATCH System) on page 3‑39 for system has turned off the right top tether anchor locations. front passenger frontal airbag and passenger knee airbag, the Do not secure a child seat in a off indicator on the passenger position without a top tether anchor airbag status indicator should 4. Push the latch plate into the if a national or local law requires light and stay lit when you start buckle until it clicks. that the top tether be anchored, or if the vehicle. See Passenger Position the release button on the instructions that come with the Airbag Status Indicator on child restraint say that the top strap the buckle, so that the safety page 5‑12. must be anchored. belt could be quickly unbuckled 2. Put the child restraint on if necessary. In Canada, the law requires that the seat. forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run attached. the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (51,1)

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7. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side‐to‐side and back‐and‐forth. When the child restraint is properly installed, there should be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of movement. If the airbags are off, the off indicator in the passenger airbag 5. Pull the shoulder belt all the way 6. To tighten the belt, push down status indicator will come on and out of the retractor to set the on the child restraint, pull the stay on when the vehicle is started. lock. When the retractor lock is shoulder portion of the belt to If a child restraint has been installed set, the belt can be tightened but tighten the lap portion of the belt, and the on indicator is lit, see “If the not pulled out of the retractor. and feed the shoulder belt back On Indicator Is Lit for a Child into the retractor. When installing Restraint” under Passenger Sensing a forward-facing child restraint, it System on page 3‑25 for more may be helpful to use your knee information. to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. To remove the child restraint, unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and Try to pull the belt out of the let it return to the stowed position. retractor to make sure the retractor is locked. If the retractor is not locked, repeat Steps 5 and 6. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (52,1)

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Storage 4-1

Storage Storage Glove Box Compartments Storage Compartments Instrument Panel Storage . . . . . 4-1 Instrument Panel Storage Glove Box ...... 4-1 Cupholders ...... 4-2 Center Console Storage ...... 4-2

Lift up on the lever to open it. The glovebox features a pen holder (A). Pull down to open it. The intermediate shelf (B) can be removed by pulling on the front edge. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (2,1)

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Cupholders Center Console Storage

To reinstall the shelf, slide it into the side guides (A) and push back until it engages into the rear panel (B). There are two cupholders in the The armrest is adjustable, lift the center console with a removable lever to move it forward or rearward. liner. To remove the liner, lift up on the notch on the underside of the rear of the cupholder. Rear Seat There are two cupholders in the rear seat armrest. Lower the rear seat armrest to access the cupholders. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (3,1)

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The armrest must be in the rearward position to open it. Lift the lever and then lift up on the armrest to access the storage area. There is a USB port and auxiliary input jack inside the storage area. See Auxiliary Devices on page 7‑26 for more information. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (4,1)

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Engine Coolant Temperature Information Displays Instruments and Gauge ...... 5-10 Driver Information Controls Safety Belt Reminders ...... 5-10 Center (DIC) ...... 5-21 Airbag Readiness Light ...... 5-11 Passenger Airbag Status Vehicle Messages Controls Indicator ...... 5-12 Vehicle Messages ...... 5-24 Charging System Light ...... 5-12 Battery Voltage and Charging Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . 5-2 Messages ...... 5-25 Steering Wheel Controls ...... 5-2 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...... 5-13 Brake System Messages . . . . 5-25 Heated Steering Wheel ...... 5-3 Compass Messages ...... 5-25 Horn ...... 5-3 Brake System Warning Light ...... 5-15 Door Ajar Messages ...... 5-26 Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . 5-3 Engine Cooling System Compass ...... 5-4 Electric Parking Brake Light ...... 5-16 Messages ...... 5-26 Clock ...... 5-4 Engine Oil Messages ...... 5-27 Power Outlets ...... 5-5 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light ...... 5-16 Engine Power Messages . . . . 5-27 Cigarette Lighter ...... 5-6 Fuel System Messages ...... 5-27 Ashtrays ...... 5-6 Traction Off Light ...... 5-17 StabiliTrak® OFF Light ...... 5-17 Key and Lock Messages . . . . . 5-27 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Traction Control System Ride Control System Indicators (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light . . . . 5-17 Messages ...... 5-28 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Tire Pressure Light ...... 5-18 Anti-theft Alarm System Indicators ...... 5-7 Engine Oil Pressure Light . . . . 5-18 Messages ...... 5-28 Instrument Cluster ...... 5-8 Low Fuel Warning Light ...... 5-19 Tire Messages ...... 5-28 Speedometer ...... 5-9 Security Light ...... 5-19 Transmission Messages . . . . . 5-29 Odometer ...... 5-9 High-Beam On Light ...... 5-20 Washer Fluid Messages . . . . . 5-29 Trip Odometer ...... 5-9 Front Fog Lamp Light ...... 5-20 Window Messages ...... 5-30 Tachometer ...... 5-9 Lamps On Reminder ...... 5-20 Vehicle Personalization Cruise Control Light ...... 5-20 Fuel Gauge ...... 5-9 Vehicle Personalization ...... 5-30 Door Ajar Light ...... 5-20 Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (2,1)

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Controls 4. Lift the lever (A) up to lock the interact with those systems. See steering wheel in place. Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls) on Steering Wheel Do not adjust the steering wheel page 7‑31 or Bluetooth (Overview) while driving. on page 7‑30 or Bluetooth (Voice Adjustment Recognition) on page 7‑35, OnStar Overview on page 14‑1, or the Steering Wheel Controls separate navigation manual for more information. $ / i (Mute/End Call): Press to silence the vehicle speakers only. Press again to turn the sound on. For vehicles with OnStar or Bluetooth systems, press to reject an incoming call, or end a current call. _ SRC ^ (Source): Press to select an audio source.

To adjust the steering wheel: Move the thumbwheel up or down to select the next or previous favorite 1. Pull the lever (A) down. Some audio controls can be radio station, CD, or MP3 track. adjusted at the steering wheel. 2. Move the steering wheel up + x − (Volume): Press + to or down. b / g (Push to Talk): For increase the volume. Press − to 3. Pull or push the steering wheel vehicles with a Bluetooth, OnStar, decrease the volume. closer or away from you. or navigation system, press to Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (3,1)

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Heated Steering Wheel Windshield Wiper/Washer 3 (Adjustable Interval Wipes): Move the lever to 3 , then turn the band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes. 9 (Off): Use to turn the windshield wipers off. 3 (Mist): Briefly move the wiper lever down for a single wipe or hold The windshield wiper lever is on the down for several wipes. right side of the steering column. With the ignition in ACC/ Clear ice and snow from the wiper ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, move blades before using them. If they the windshield wiper lever to select are frozen to the windshield, the wiper speed. carefully loosen or thaw them. Damaged wiper blades should be ( (Heated Steering Wheel): For 2: Use for fast wipes. replaced. See Wiper Blade vehicles with a heated steering 1: Use for slow wipes. Replacement on page 10‑22. wheel, press to turn it on or off. A light on the button displays when Heavy snow or ice can overload the the feature is turned on. wipers. A circuit breaker stops them until the motor cools. The steering wheel takes about three minutes to start heating. Wipe Parking If the ignition is turned to LOCK/ Horn OFF while the wipers are on 1, 2, or 3 , they will immediately stop. Press a on the steering wheel pad to sound the horn. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (4,1)

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If the windshield wiper lever is then page 5‑29. For information on See Backglass Antenna on moved to 9 before the driver door filling the windshield washer fluid page 7‑21 and Satellite Radio is opened, or within 10 minutes, the reservoir, seeWasher Fluid on Antenna on page 7‑21 for the wipers will restart and move to the page 10‑16. location of the vehicle's antennas. base of the windshield. The compass system is designed to { WARNING operate for a certain number of If the ignition is turned to LOCK/ miles or degrees of turn before OFF during a windshield wash, the In freezing weather, do not use needing a signal from the GPS wipers will stop when they reach the the washer until the windshield is satellites. When the compass base of the windshield. warmed. Otherwise the washer display shows CAL, drive the Windshield Washer fluid can form ice on the vehicle for a short distance in an windshield, blocking your vision. open area where it can receive a Pull the windshield wiper lever GPS signal. The compass system toward you to spray windshield will automatically determine when washer fluid and activate the wipers. Compass the GPS signal is restored and provide a heading again. See The washer and wipers will continue There is a compass display in the Compass Messages on page 5 25 until the lever is released or the Driver Information Center (DIC). The ‑ for more information on the maximum wash time is reached. compass receives its heading and messages that may be displayed When the windshield wiper lever is other information from the Global for the compass. released, additional wipes may Positioning System (GPS) antenna, occur depending on how long the StabiliTrak, and vehicle speed Clock windshield washer had been information. activated. Avoid covering the GPS antenna for The infotainment system controls are used to access the time and If the washer fluid is low a long periods of time with objects date settings through the menu message may display on the Driver that may interfere with the antenna's system. The clock menu can be Information Center (DIC), see ability to receive a satellite signal. only be used with the radio on while Washer Fluid Messages on in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (5,1)

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See Operation on page 7‑9 for 3. Press TUNE/MENU to select the Day + or Day −: Press the Day + information about how to use the 12 hour or 24 hour display or Day − display buttons to increase menu system. format. or decrease the day. Setting the Clock Setting the Clock (Radio with Display: Press Display to turn the (Radio with CD) CD and Touchscreen) display of the time on the screen on or off. To set the time: The clock is in the center stack 1. Press the CONFIG button and display. Power Outlets select Time Settings or press H. To set the time: The accessory power outlets can be 2. Select Set Time. 1. Press the CONFIG button to used to plug in electrical equipment, enter the menu options or press such as a cell phone or MP3 player. 3. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to H. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob adjust the highlighted number. There is one accessory power outlet to scroll through the available located on the instrument panel 4. Press TUNE/MENU to select the setup features. Press TUNE/ below the climate control and one next number. MENU or press the Time screen on the rear of the center floor button to display other options console. These outlets are powered 5. To save the time and return within that feature. to the Time Settings menu, when the key is in ON/RUN or ACC/ press / BACK at any time or 2. Press + or − to increase or ACCESSORY, or until the driver decrease the Hours and Minutes press the TUNE/MENU knob door is opened within 10 minutes of displayed on the clock. after adjusting the minutes. turning off the vehicle. See Retained 12/24 HR Format: Press the 12 HR Accessory Power (RAP) on Setting the 12/24 Hour Format screen button for standard time; page 9‑24. 1. Press the CONFIG button and press the 24 HR screen button for select Time Settings or press H. military time. 2. Highlight 12/24 Hour Format. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (6,1)

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Notice: Leaving electrical Cigarette Lighter Ashtrays equipment plugged in for an extended period of time while For vehicles with a cigarette lighter, For vehicles with a removable the vehicle is off will drain the it is located on the instrument panel ashtray, the ashtray can be placed battery. Always unplug electrical below the climate control system. into the front console cupholders. equipment when not in use and To activate the cigarette lighter, To open the ashtray, lift the lid of the do not plug in equipment that push it into the heating element and ashtray. After using, close the lid. exceeds the maximum 20 ampere let go. When the lighter is ready it rating. To empty the ashtray for cleaning, will pop back out. slightly turn the upper part of the Certain electrical accessories Notice: Holding a cigarette lighter ashtray counterclockwise and may not be compatible with the in while it is heating does not let remove it. accessory power outlet and could the lighter back away from the overload vehicle or adapter fuses. Notice: If papers, pins, or other heating element when it is hot. flammable items are put in the If a problem is experienced, see Damage from overheating can your dealer. ashtray, hot cigarettes or other occur to the lighter or heating smoking materials could ignite When adding electrical equipment, element, or a fuse could be them and possibly damage the be sure to follow the installation blown. Do not hold a cigarette vehicle. Never put flammable instructions included with the lighter in while it is heating. items in the ashtray. equipment. See Add-On Electrical Equipment on page 9‑52. Notice: Hanging heavy equipment from the power outlet can cause damage not covered by the vehicle warranty. The power outlets are designed for accessory power plugs only, such as cell phone charge cords. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (7,1)

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Warning Lights, Gauges can indicate when there could be a problem with a vehicle Gauges, and function. Often gauges and warning lights work together to indicate a Indicators problem with the vehicle. Warning lights and gauges can When one of the warning lights signal that something is wrong comes on and stays on while before it becomes serious enough driving, or when one of the gauges to cause an expensive repair or shows there may be a problem, replacement. Paying attention to the check the section that explains what warning lights and gauges could to do. Follow this manual's advice. prevent injury. Waiting to do repairs can be costly Warning lights come on when there and even dangerous. could be a problem with a vehicle function. Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (8,1)

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Instrument Cluster

English Cluster Shown, Metric Similar Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (9,1)

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Speedometer Trip Odometer Fuel Gauge The speedometer shows the The trip odometer can show how far vehicle's speed in either kilometers the vehicle has been driven since per hour (km/h) or miles per the trip odometer was last reset. hour (mph). The trip odometer is accessed and reset through the Driver Information Odometer Center (DIC). See Driver The odometer shows how far the Information Center (DIC) on vehicle has been driven, in either page 5‑21 for more information. kilometers or miles. Tachometer This vehicle has a tamper‐resistant odometer. The digital odometer will The tachometer displays the engine read 999,999 if it is turned back. speed in revolutions per If the vehicle needs a new odometer minute (rpm). When the ignition is on, the fuel installed, it must be set to the Notice: If the engine is operated gauge tells you about how much mileage total of the old odometer. with the tachometer in the shaded fuel you have left in your tank. If that is not possible, then it must warning area, the vehicle could An arrow on the fuel gauge be set at zero and a label must be be damaged, and the damages indicates the side of the vehicle put on the driver door to show the would not be covered by the the fuel door is on. old mileage reading when the new vehicle warranty. Do not operate When the fuel is low, a odometer was installed. the engine with the tachometer in message may appear in the Driver the shaded warning area. Information Center (DIC), and a chime will sound. See Fuel System Messages on page 5‑27 for more information. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (10,1)

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Here are four things that some Engine Coolant Safety Belt Reminders owners ask about. None of these show a problem with your fuel Temperature Gauge Driver Safety Belt Reminder gauge: Light . At the service station, the fuel There is a driver safety belt pump shuts off before the gauge reminder light on the instrument reads full. panel cluster. . It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gauge indicated. For example, the gauge may have indicated the tank was half full, but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank's capacity to fill the tank. When the vehicle is started, this English Shown, Metric Similar light flashes and a chime may come . The gauge moves a little while This gauge shows the engine turning a corner or speeding up. on to remind the driver to fasten coolant temperature. their safety belt. Then the light stays . The gauge takes a few seconds If the indicator needle moves to the on solid until the belt is buckled. to stabilize after the ignition is hot side of the gauge toward the turned on, and will go back to This cycle may continue several shaded area, the engine is too hot. empty when the ignition is times if the driver remains or turned off. If the vehicle has been operated becomes unbuckled while the under normal driving conditions, pull vehicle is moving. off the road, stop the vehicle, and If the driver safety belt is buckled, turn off the engine as soon as neither the light nor the chime possible. comes on. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (11,1)

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Passenger Safety Belt If the front passenger safety belt is Reminder Light buckled, neither the chime nor the light comes on. The front passenger safety belt reminder light and chime may turn on if an object is put on the seat such as a briefcase, handbag, The airbag readiness light comes on grocery bag, laptop, or other and stays on for several seconds electronic device. To turn off the when the vehicle is started. Then When the vehicle is started, this reminder light and/or chime, remove the light goes out. light flashes and a chime may come the object from the seat or buckle on to remind front passengers to the safety belt. { WARNING fasten their safety belt. Then the light stays on solid until the belt is Airbag Readiness Light If the airbag readiness light stays buckled. on after the vehicle is started or This light shows if there is an comes on while driving, it means For more information see electrical problem. The system the airbag system might not be Passenger Airbag Status Indicator check includes the airbag sensor(s), working properly. The airbags in on page 5‑12. passenger sensing system, the pretensioners, the airbag modules, the vehicle might not inflate in a This cycle continues several times if crash, or they could even inflate the front passenger remains or the wiring, and the crash sensing and diagnostic module. For more without a crash. To help avoid becomes unbuckled while the injury, have the vehicle serviced vehicle is moving. information on the airbag system, see Airbag System on page 3‑18. right away. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (12,1)

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Passenger Airbag Status If the word ON is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, WARNING (Continued) Indicator it means that the front outboard The vehicle has a passenger passenger frontal airbag and knee have the vehicle serviced right sensing system. See Passenger airbag are allowed to inflate. away. See Airbag Readiness Sensing System on page 3‑25 for If the word OFF is lit on the Light on page 5‑11 for more important safety information. The passenger airbag status indicator, it information, including important instrument panel has a passenger means that the passenger sensing safety information. airbag status indicator. system has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag Charging System Light and passenger knee airbag. If, after several seconds, both status indicator lights remain on, or if there are no lights at all, there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing system. See When the vehicle is started, the your dealer for service. passenger airbag status indicator The charging system light comes on will light ON and OFF for several { WARNING seconds as a system check. If you briefly when the ignition is turned use remote start, if equipped, to on, but the engine is not running, as If the airbag readiness light ever a check to show the light is working. start the vehicle, you may not see comes on and stays on, it means the system check. Then, after The light turns off when the engine that something may be wrong is started. If it does not, have the several seconds, the status with the airbag system. To help indicator will light either ON or OFF vehicle serviced by your dealer. avoid injury to yourself or others, to let you know the status of the front outboard passenger frontal (Continued) airbag and knee airbag. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (13,1)

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If the light stays on, or comes on page 9‑16 or Ignition Positions and the engine might not run as while driving, there could be a (Keyless Access) on page 9‑18 for smoothly. This could lead to problem with the electrical charging more information. costly repairs that might not be system. Have it checked by your covered by the vehicle warranty. dealer. Driving while this light is on Notice: Modifications made to the could drain the battery. engine, transmission, exhaust, If a short distance must be driven intake, or fuel system of the with the light on, be sure to turn off vehicle or the replacement of the all accessories, such as the radio original tires with other than and air conditioner. those of the same Tire If the malfunction indicator lamp Performance Criteria (TPC) can Malfunction comes on and stays on while the affect the vehicle's emission Indicator Lamp engine is running, this indicates that controls and can cause this light there is an OBD II problem and to come on. Modifications to A computer system called OBD II service is required. these systems could lead to (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Malfunctions often are indicated by costly repairs not covered by the Generation) monitors the operation the system before any problem is vehicle warranty. This could also of the vehicle to ensure emissions apparent. Being aware of the light result in a failure to pass a are at acceptable levels, to produce can prevent more serious damage required Emission Inspection/ a cleaner environment. to the vehicle. This system assists Maintenance test. See This light comes on when the the dealer technician in correctly Accessories and Modifications on vehicle is placed in ON/RUN for key diagnosing any malfunction. page 10‑3. access or Service Only Mode for Notice: If the vehicle is This light comes on during a keyless access, as a check to show continually driven with this light malfunction in one of two ways: it is working. If it does not, have the on, the emission controls might Light Flashing: A misfire condition vehicle serviced by your dealer. See not work as well, the vehicle fuel has been detected. A misfire Ignition Positions (Key Access) on economy might not be as good, increases vehicle emissions and Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (14,1)

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could damage the emission control The following may correct an If one or more of these conditions system on the vehicle. Diagnosis emissions system malfunction: occurs, change the fuel brand used. and service might be required. It will require at least one full tank of . Check that the fuel cap is fully To prevent more serious damage to installed. See Filling the Tank on the proper fuel to turn the light off. the vehicle: page 9‑44. The diagnostic See Recommended Fuel on system can determine if the page 9 41. . Reduce vehicle speed. ‑ fuel cap has been left off or If none of the above have made . Avoid hard accelerations. improperly installed. A loose or the light turn off, your dealer can . Avoid steep uphill grades. missing fuel cap allows fuel to check the vehicle. The dealer evaporate into the atmosphere. has the proper test equipment . If the vehicle is towing a trailer, A few driving trips with the cap reduce the amount of cargo and diagnostic tools to fix any properly installed should turn the mechanical or electrical problems being hauled as soon as it is light off. possible. that might have developed. . Check that good quality fuel is If the light continues to flash, when used. Poor fuel quality causes Emissions Inspection and it is safe to do so, stop the vehicle. the engine not to run as Maintenance Programs Find a safe place to park. Turn the efficiently as designed and may Some local governments may have vehicle off, wait at least 10 seconds, cause stalling after start-up, programs to inspect the on-vehicle and restart the engine. If the light is stalling when the vehicle is emission control equipment. For still flashing, follow the previous changed into gear, misfiring, the inspection, the emission system steps and see your dealer for hesitation on acceleration, test equipment is connected service as soon as possible. or stumbling on acceleration. to the vehicle’s Data Link Light On Steady: An emission These conditions might go away Connector (DLC). control system malfunction has once the engine is warmed up. been detected on the vehicle. Diagnosis and service might be required. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (15,1)

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completely diagnosed. The If the warning light comes on, there vehicle would be considered not is a brake problem. Have the brake ready for inspection. This can system inspected right away. happen if the 12-volt battery has recently been replaced or run down. The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical The DLC is under the instrument emission control systems during panel next to the steering wheel. normal driving. This can take See your dealer if assistance is several days of routine driving. Metric English needed. If this has been done and the The vehicle may not pass vehicle still does not pass the The brake indicator light should inspection if: inspection for lack of OBD II come on briefly as the engine is system readiness, your dealer started. If it does not come on have . The malfunction indicator lamp is can prepare the vehicle for the vehicle serviced by your dealer. on while the vehicle is running. inspection. The vehicle is in ON/RUN for keyed access, or service only { WARNING mode for keyless access and the Brake System Warning The brake system might not be malfunction indicator lamp does Light not come on. See your dealer for working properly if the brake The vehicle brake system consists assistance in verifying proper system warning light is on. of two hydraulic circuits. If one operation of the malfunction Driving with the brake system circuit is not working, the remaining indicator lamp. warning light on can lead to a circuit can still work to stop the crash. If the light is still on after . The OBD II (On-Board vehicle. For normal braking the vehicle has been pulled off Diagnostics) system determines performance, both circuits need the road and carefully stopped, that critical emission control to be working. have the vehicle towed for systems have not been service. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (16,1)

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If the light comes on while driving, a The parking brake status light Antilock Brake System chime sounds. Pull off the road and comes on when the brake is stop. The pedal might be harder to applied. If the light continues (ABS) Warning Light push or go closer to the floor. flashing after the parking brake is It might also take longer to stop. released, or while driving, there is a If the light is still on, have the problem with the EPB system. vehicle towed for service. See A message may also display in the Towing the Vehicle on page 10‑71. Driver Information Center (DIC). See Brake System Messages on Electric Parking Brake page 5‑25 for more information. Light If the light does not come on, The Antilock Brake System (ABS) or remains flashing, see your dealer. light comes on briefly when the engine is started. If the light does not come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the ABS light comes on and stays on while driving, stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off. The Electric Parking Brake (EPB) Start the engine again to reset the light should come on briefly as the If this light comes on, there is a system. If the light stays on after engine is started. If it does not come problem with a system on the driving at a speed above 20 km/h on, have the vehicle serviced by vehicle that is causing the EPB to (13 mph), see your dealer for your dealer. work at a reduced level. The vehicle service. A chime may also sound can still be driven, but should be when the light comes on steady. taken to a dealer as soon as If the regular brake system warning possible. See Parking Brake on light is not on, the vehicle still has page 9 32 for more information. ‑ brakes, but not antilock brakes. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (17,1)

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If the regular brake system warning The traction off light comes on when This light comes on when the light is also on, the vehicle does not the Traction Control System (TCS) StabiliTrak system is turned off. have antilock brakes and there is a has been turned off by pressing and If StabiliTrak is off, the Traction problem with the regular brakes. releasing the TCS/StabiliTrak Control System (TCS) is also off. See Brake System Warning Light on button. If the TCS is off, the system does page 5‑15. This light and the StabiliTrak OFF not assist in controlling the vehicle. See Brake System Messages on light come on when StabiliTrak is Turn on the TCS and the StabiliTrak page 5‑25 for all brake‐related DIC turned off. systems and the warning light messages. If the TCS is off, wheel spin is not turns off. limited. Adjust driving accordingly. See Traction Control System (TCS) Traction Off Light ® See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 9‑34 and StabiliTrak ® System on page 9 36 for more on page 9‑34 and StabiliTrak ‑ information System on page 9‑36 for more information. Traction Control System StabiliTrak® OFF Light (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light

This light comes on briefly while starting the engine. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally, the indicator light then turns off. This light comes on briefly while The StabiliTrak or Traction Control starting the engine. If it does not, System (TCS) indicator/warning have the vehicle serviced by your light comes on briefly when the dealer. engine is started. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (18,1)

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If the light does not come on, have Tire Pressure Light When the Light Flashes First and the vehicle serviced by your dealer. Then Is On Steady If the system is working normally, If the light flashes for about a minute the indicator light turns off. and then stays on, there may be a If the light is on and not flashing, the problem with the TPMS. If the TCS, and potentially the StabiliTrak problem is not corrected, the light system have been disabled. A DIC will come on at every ignition cycle. message may display. Check the See Tire Pressure Monitor DIC messages to determine which For vehicles with the Tire Pressure Operation on page 10‑46 for feature(s) is no longer functioning Monitor System (TPMS), this light more information. and whether the vehicle requires comes on briefly when the engine is service. started. It provides information Engine Oil Pressure Light If the indicator/warning light is on about tire pressures and the TPMS. and flashing, the TCS and/or the When the Light Is On Steady { WARNING StabiliTrak system is actively working. This indicates that one or more of Do not keep driving if the oil the tires are significantly pressure is low. The engine can See StabiliTrak® System on underinflated. become so hot that it catches fire. page 9‑36 and Traction Control Someone could be burned. Check System (TCS) on page 9‑34 for A Driver Information Center (DIC) more information. tire pressure message may also the oil as soon as possible and display. See Vehicle Messages on have the vehicle serviced. page 5‑24 for more information. Stop as soon as possible, and inflate the tires to the pressure value shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Tire Pressure on page 10‑44 for more information. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (19,1)

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Notice: Lack of proper engine oil Low Fuel Warning Light Security Light maintenance can damage the engine. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Always follow the maintenance schedule for changing engine oil.

The immobilizer light should come on briefly as the engine is started. If it does not come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally, The oil pressure light should come the indicator light turns off. on briefly as the engine is started. This light comes on for a few If the light stays on and the engine If it does not come on, have the seconds when the ignition is turned vehicle serviced by your dealer. does not start, there could be a on as a check to indicate it is problem with the theft-deterrent If the light comes on and stays on, it working. If it does not come on, system. See Immobilizer Operation have it fixed. means that oil is not flowing through (Key Access) on page 2‑14 or the engine properly. The vehicle The low fuel warning light comes on Immobilizer Operation (Keyless could be low on oil and might have and a chime sounds when the Access) on page 2‑15 for more some other system problem. See vehicle is low on fuel. The light turns information. your dealer. off when fuel is added to the fuel tank. For more information on the Driver Information Center (DIC), see Fuel System Messages on page 5‑27. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (20,1)

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High-Beam On Light The light goes out when the front The cruise control light is white fog lamps are turned off. See Front whenever the cruise control is set, Fog Lamps on page 6‑4 for more and turns green when the cruise information. control is active. The light turns off when the cruise Lamps On Reminder control is turned off. See Cruise Control on page 9‑38 for more information. The high‐beam on light comes on when the high-beam headlamps are Door Ajar Light in use. See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 6 2 for more ‑ The lamps on reminder light comes information. on when the lights are in use. Front Fog Lamp Light Cruise Control Light For vehicles equipped with this light, it comes on when a door is open or not securely latched. Before driving, check that all doors are properly closed. See Door Ajar Messages on page 5‑26 for more information. For vehicles with front fog lamps, this light comes on when the front fog lamps are in use. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (21,1)

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Information Displays DIC Operation and Displays DIC Buttons The DIC has different displays Driver Information which can be accessed by using the Center (DIC) DIC buttons on the turn signal lever, located on the left side of the The Driver Information Center (DIC) steering wheel. The DIC displays displays information about the trip, fuel, and vehicle system vehicle. It also displays warning information, and warning messages messages if a system problem is if a system problem is detected. A. SET/CLR (Set/Clear): Press to detected. See Vehicle Messages on set or clear the menu item when The bottom of the DIC display page 5 24 for more information. All it is displayed. ‑ shows the position of the shift lever messages appear in the DIC display and the odometer. It may also show B. / (Thumbwheel): Use to located in the center of the w x the direction the vehicle is driving. instrument panel cluster. scroll through the items in each In cold weather the DIC display may menu. A small marker will move On some models, the DIC may have change slowly. This is normal and across the bottom of the page some warning lights or indicators will move more quickly as the as you scroll through the items. shown in the top portion of the vehicle's interior temperature rises. This shows where each page is display. See Warning Lights, in the menu. Gauges, and Indicators on page 5‑7 for more information. C. MENU: Press to get to the Trip/Fuel Menu and the Vehicle The vehicle may also have features Information Menu. This button is that can be customized through the also used to return to or exit the controls on the radio. See Vehicle last screen displayed on Personalization on page 5‑30 for the DIC. more information. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (22,1)

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Trip/Fuel Menu Items Trip 1 and Trip 2 economy can be reset by pressing SET/CLR while the Average Fuel Press MENU on the turn signal These displays show the current Economy display is showing. lever until the Trip/Fuel Menu is distance traveled, in either displayed. Use w / x to scroll kilometers (km) or miles (mi), since Instantaneous Fuel Economy through the following menu items: the last reset for the trip odometer. The trip odometer can be reset to The instantaneous fuel economy . Digital Speedometer zero by pressing SET/CLR while the display shows the current fuel trip odometer display is showing. economy in liters per 100 kilometers . Trip 1 (L/100 km) or miles per gallon . Trip 2 Fuel Range (mpg). The instantaneous fuel economy reflects only the current . Fuel Range This display shows the approximate distance the vehicle can be driven fuel economy and changes . Average Fuel Economy without refueling. The fuel range frequently as driving conditions change. Unlike average economy, . Instantaneous Fuel Economy estimate is based on an average of this display cannot be reset. . Average Vehicle Speed the vehicle's fuel economy over recent driving history and the Average Vehicle Speed . Timer amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank. Fuel range cannot be reset. This display shows the average . Navigation speed of the vehicle in kilometers . Blank Display Average Fuel Economy per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph). This average is Digital Speedometer This display shows the approximate average liters per calculated based on the various The speedometer shows how fast 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or miles vehicle speeds recorded since the the vehicle is moving in either per gallon (mpg). Average fuel last reset of this value. The average kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles economy is calculated based on the speed can be reset by pressing per hour (mph). The speedometer number of L/100 km (mpg) recorded SET/CLR while the Average Vehicle cannot be reset. since the last time this menu item Speed display is showing. was reset. The average fuel Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (23,1)

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Timer Blank Display Tire Pressure This display can be used as a timer. This display shows no information. The display will show a vehicle with To start the timer, press SET/CLR the approximate pressures of all while Timer is displayed. The Vehicle Information Menu four tires. Tire pressure is displayed display will show the amount of time Items in either kilopascal (kPa) or pounds that has passed since the timer was Press MENU on the turn signal per square inch (psi). See Tire last reset, not including time the lever until the Vehicle Information Pressure Monitor System on ignition is off. Time will continue to Menu is displayed. Use / to page 10‑45 and Tire Pressure be counted as long as the ignition is w x Monitor Operation on page 10 46 for scroll through the following menu ‑ on, even if another display is being more information. items: shown on the DIC. The timer will record up to 99 hours, 59 minutes, . Unit Remaining Oil Life and 59 seconds (99:59:59) after . Tire Pressure This display shows an estimate of which the display will return to zero. the oil's remaining useful life. To stop the timer, press SET/CLR . Remaining Oil Life If REMAINING OIL LIFE 99% is briefly while Timer is displayed. To . Battery Voltage displayed, that means 99% of the reset the timer to zero, press and current oil life remains. Unit hold SET/CLR. When the remaining oil life is low, Navigation Move w / x to switch between the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON metric or US when the Unit display message will appear on the display. This display is used for the is active. Press SET/CLR to confirm Navigation System Turn-by-Turn the setting. This will change the guidance. See the navigation displays on the cluster and DIC to manual, if the vehicle has either metric or English (US) navigation, for more information. measurements. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (24,1)

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See Engine Oil Messages on Battery Voltage Vehicle Messages page 5‑27. The oil should be This display shows the current Messages displayed on the DIC changed as soon as possible. See battery voltage. If the voltage is in indicate the status of the vehicle or Engine Oil on page 10‑7. In addition the normal range, the value will some action that may be needed to the Engine Oil Life System display. For example, the display to correct a condition. Multiple monitoring the oil life, additional may read Battery Voltage messages may display one after the maintenance is recommended in the 15.0 Volts. The vehicle's charging other. Maintenance Schedule in this system regulates voltage based on manual. See Maintenance Schedule the state of the battery. The battery The messages that do not require on page 11‑3 for more information. voltage can fluctuate while viewing immediate action can be Remember, the Remaining Oil Life this information on the DIC. This is acknowledged and cleared by display must be reset after each normal. See Charging System Light pressing SET/CLR. The messages oil change. It will not reset itself. on page 5‑12 for more information. that require immediate action cannot Also, be careful not to reset the If there is a problem with the battery be cleared until that action is Remaining Oil Life display charging system, the DIC will performed. All messages should be accidentally at any time other than display a message taken seriously and clearing the when the oil has just been changed. messages does not correct the It cannot be reset accurately until Compass problem. the next oil change. To reset the The vehicle has a compass display Engine Oil Life System, press SET/ in the DIC. See Compass on CLR while the Remaining Oil Life page 5‑4 for more information. display is active. See Engine Oil Life System on page 10‑10. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (25,1)

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Battery Voltage and SERVICE BATTERY Release it before you attempt to Charging Messages CHARGING SYSTEM drive. See Parking Brake on page 9‑32 for more information. This message is displayed when BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE there is a fault in the battery SERVICE PARKING BRAKE charging system. Take the vehicle This message displays when the This message is displayed when to your dealer for service. vehicle has detected that the battery there is a problem with the electric voltage is dropping beyond a parking brake. See Parking Brake reasonable point. The battery saver Brake System Messages on page 9‑32 for more information. system starts reducing certain Take the vehicle to your dealer. features of the vehicle that you may BRAKE FLUID LOW be able to notice. At the point that This message is displayed when the Compass Messages features are disabled, this message brake fluid level is low. See Brake is displayed. It means that the Fluid on page 10‑18. CAL vehicle is trying to save the charge in the battery. Turn off unnecessary PRESS BRAKE PEDAL TO This message is displayed when the accessories to allow the battery to RELEASE PARK BRAKE compass needs to be calibrated. See Compass on page 5‑4. recharge. This message is displayed if you LOW BATTERY attempt to release the electric ––– parking brake without the brake This message is displayed when the Three dashes will be displayed if the pedal applied. See Parking Brake compass needs service. See your battery voltage is low. See Battery on page 9‑32 for more information. on page 10‑20 for more information. dealer for service. RELEASE PARK BRAKE SWITCH This message is displayed if the electric parking brake is applied while the vehicle is in motion. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (26,1)

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Door Ajar Messages TRUNK OPEN COOLANT LEVEL LOW ADD COOLANT DRIVER DOOR OPEN This message will display when the trunk is open. Close the trunk This message will display if the This message may display when the completely. coolant is low. See Engine Coolant driver door is open. Close the door on page 10‑13. completely. Engine Cooling System ENGINE OVERHEATED— IDLE HOOD OPEN Messages ENGINE This message will display when the A/C OFF DUE TO HIGH This message displays when the hood is open. Close the hood ENGINE TEMP engine coolant temperature is too completely. This message displays when the hot. Stop and allow the vehicle to LEFT REAR DOOR OPEN engine coolant becomes hotter than idle until it cools down. This message may display when the the normal operating temperature. ENGINE OVERHEATED— driver side rear door is open. Close To avoid added strain on a hot STOP ENGINE the door completely. engine, the air conditioning compressor automatically turns off. This message displays and a PASSENGER DOOR OPEN When the coolant temperature continuous chime sounds if the engine cooling system reaches This message may display when the returns to normal, the air conditioning compressor turns back unsafe temperatures for operation. front passenger door is open. Close Stop and turn off the vehicle as the door completely. on. You can continue to drive the vehicle. soon as it is safe to do so to avoid RIGHT REAR DOOR OPEN severe damage. This message If this message continues to appear, clears when the engine has cooled This message may display when the have the system repaired by your to a safe operating temperature. passenger side rear door is open. dealer as soon as possible to avoid Close the door completely. damage to the engine. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (27,1)

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HIGH COOLANT ENGINE OIL HOT, IDLE If this message is on, but there is TEMPERATURE ENGINE no reduction in performance, proceed to your destination. The This message displays if the coolant This message displays when the performance may be reduced the temperature is hot. See Engine engine oil temperature is too hot. next time the vehicle is driven. The Overheating on page 10‑16. Stop and allow the vehicle to idle vehicle may be driven at a reduced until it cools down. speed while this message is on, but Engine Oil Messages OIL PRESSURE LOW— STOP maximum acceleration and speed CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON ENGINE may be reduced. Anytime this message stays on, the vehicle This message displays when the This message displays if low oil should be taken to your dealer for engine oil needs to be changed. pressure levels occur. Stop the service as soon as possible. When you change the engine oil, be vehicle as soon as safely possible sure to reset the Oil Life System. and do not operate it until the cause Fuel System Messages See Engine Oil Life System on of the low oil pressure has been page 10‑10 and Driver Information corrected. Check the oil as soon as FUEL LEVEL LOW possible and have the vehicle Center (DIC) on page 5‑21 for This message displays when the serviced by your dealer. information on how to reset the vehicle is low on fuel. Refuel as system. See Engine Oil on soon as possible. page 10‑7 and Maintenance Engine Power Messages Schedule on page 11‑3 for more information. ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED Key and Lock Messages This message displays when the NO REMOTE DETECTED vehicle's engine power is reduced. This message displays when the Reduced engine power can affect transmitter battery is weak on the vehicle's ability to accelerate. vehicles with keyless access. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (28,1)

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See “Starting the Vehicle with a Low SERVICE STABILITRAK Anti-theft Alarm System Transmitter Battery under Remote ” This message displays if there is a Keyless Entry (RKE) System Messages problem with the StabiliTrak system. Operation on page 2 3 for more ‑ If this message appears, try to reset THEFT ATTEMPTED information. the system. Stop; turn off the engine This message displays if the vehicle REPLACE BATTERY IN for at least 15 seconds; then start detects a tamper condition. REMOTE KEY the engine again. If this message still comes on, it means there is a Tire Messages This message displays when the problem. See your dealer for battery in the Remote Keyless Entry service. The vehicle is safe to drive; TIRE PRESSURE LOW ADD (RKE) transmitter needs to be however, you do not have the AIR TO TIRE replaced. benefit of StabiliTrak, so reduce your speed and drive accordingly. On vehicles with the Tire Pressure Ride Control System Monitor System (TPMS), this TRACTION CONTROL OFF message displays when the Messages pressure in one or more of the This message displays when the vehicle's tires is low. SERVICE TRACTION Traction Control System (TCS) is CONTROL turned off. Adjust your driving The low tire pressure warning light This message displays when there accordingly. will also come on. See Tire Pressure Light on page 5‑18. is a problem with the Traction TRACTION CONTROL ON Control System (TCS). When this If a tire pressure message appears message is displayed, the system This message displays when the on the DIC, stop as soon as you will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your Traction Control System (TCS) is can. Inflate the tires by adding air driving accordingly. See your dealer turned on. until the tire pressure is equal to the for service. values shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (29,1)

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See Tires on page 10‑36, Vehicle TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE TRANSMISSION HOT— IDLE Load Limits on page 9 10, and Tire ‑ This message displays when the ENGINE Pressure on page 10‑44. system is learning new tires. See This message displays and a chime You can receive more than one tire Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on sounds if the transmission fluid in pressure message at a time. To page 10‑46 for more information. the vehicle gets hot. Driving with the read the other messages that may transmission fluid temperature high have been sent at the same time, Transmission Messages can cause damage to the vehicle. press the SET/CLR button. The DIC Stop the vehicle and let it idle to also shows the tire pressure values. SERVICE TRANSMISSION allow the transmission to cool. This See Driver Information Center (DIC) This message displays if there is a message clears when the fluid on page 5‑21. problem with the transmission. See temperature reaches a safe level. SERVICE TIRE MONITOR your dealer. Washer Fluid Messages SYSTEM SHIFT TO PARK This message displays if there is a This message displays when the WASHER FLUID LOW ADD problem with the Tire Pressure transmission needs to be shifted to FLUID Monitor System (TPMS). See Tire P (Park). This may appear when This message may display when the Pressure Monitor Operation on attempting to remove the key from washer fluid level is low. For page 10‑46 for more information. the ignition or from the vehicle if the information on filling the washer vehicle is not in P (Park). fluid, see Washer Fluid on page 10‑16. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (30,1)

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Window Messages Vehicle 3. Press the center of the TUNE/ MENU knob to select the Vehicle OPEN, THEN CLOSE DRIVER Personalization Settings menu. The key must be in the ON/RUN position. WINDOW The audio system controls are used This message is displayed when the to access the personalization The following list of menu items may window needs to be reprogrammed. menus for customizing vehicle be available: If the vehicle's battery has been features. . Climate and Air Quality recharged or disconnected, you will CONFIG (Configuration): Press to . Comfort and Convenience need to reprogram each front access the Configuration window for the express-up feature to Settings menu. . Collision/Detection Systems work. See Power Windows on . Lighting page 2‑18 for more information. TUNE/MENU: Press the center of this knob to enter the menus and . Power Door Locks OPEN, THEN CLOSE select menu items. Turn the knob to PASSENGER WINDOW scroll through the menus. . Remote Lock/ Unlock/ Start This message is displayed when the / BACK: Press to exit or move . Return to Factory Settings window needs to be reprogrammed. backward in a menu. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to If the vehicle's battery has been highlight the menu. Press the Entering the Personalization recharged or disconnected, you will TUNE/MENU knob to select it. Each Menus need to reprogram each front of the menus is detailed in the window for the express-up feature to 1. Press CONFIG to access the following information. work. See Power Windows on Configuration Settings menu. Vehicles with a navigation system page 2‑18 for more information. 2. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to will display a checkmark to indicate highlight Vehicle Settings. Press this feature is on. the CONFIG button until Vehicle is highlighted on vehicles with a navigation system only. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (31,1)

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Climate and Air Quality Press the TUNE/MENU knob when Auto Rear Defog Remote Start Auto Heat Seats is If equipped, select the Climate and When on, this feature turns on the highlighted to open the menu. Turn Air Quality menu and the following rear defogger at vehicle start when the knob to highlight On or Off. may be displayed: the interior temperature is cold and Press / BACK to confirm the fog is likely. The auto rear defog . Auto Fan Speed selection and move back to the function can be disabled by . Remote Start Auto Heat Seats last menu. pressing 1. When off, the feature . Auto Defog Auto Defog can be turned on by pressing 1. . Auto Rear Defog When turned on and high humidity See “Rear Window Defogger” under is detected, the climate control Climate Control Systems on Auto Fan Speed system may adjust to outside page 8‑1 for more information. This will allow you to select the air supply and turn on the air Press the TUNE/MENU knob when automatic fan speed. This feature conditioner or the heater. The fan Auto Rear Defog is highlighted to sets the climate control fan speed to speed may slightly increase to help open the menu. Turn the knob to maintain the interior temperature. prevent fogging. When high highlight On or Off. Press the Press the TUNE/MENU knob when humidity is no longer detected, the TUNE/MENU knob to confirm the Auto Fan Speed is highlighted to system will return to its prior selection and move back to the open the menu. Turn the knob to operation. last menu. highlight High, Medium, or Low. Press the TUNE/MENU knob when Comfort and Convenience Press / BACK to confirm the Auto Defog is highlighted to open selection and move back to the the menu. Turn the knob to highlight Select the Comfort and last menu. On or Off. Press / BACK to confirm Convenience menu and Chime Volume will be displayed. the selection and move back to the Remote Start Auto Heat Seats last menu. Chime Volume On vehicles with remote start and heated seats, the heated seats can This allows the selection of the be set to on or off. chime volume level. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (32,1)

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Press the TUNE/MENU knob when Exit Lighting Power Door Locks Chime Volume is highlighted. Turn This allows the selection of how Select Power Door Locks and the the knob to select Normal or High. long the exterior lamps stay on following will be displayed: Press / BACK to confirm and go when leaving the vehicle when it is . Auto Door Unlock back to the last menu. dark outside. . Delay Door Lock Collision/Detection Systems Press the TUNE/MENU knob when Exit Lighting is highlighted. . Open Door Anti Lock Out If equipped, select the Collision/ Turn the knob to select Off, Detection Systems menu and Park . Passive Door Unlock 30 Seconds, 1 Minute, or 2 Minutes. Assist will be displayed. Press / BACK to confirm and go Auto Door Unlock Park Assist back to the last menu. This allows selection of which of the doors will automatically unlock when This allows the Ultrasonic Parking Vehicle Locator Lights Assist feature, audible only, to be the vehicle is shifted into P (Park). This allows the vehicle locator lights turned on or off. Press the TUNE/MENU knob when to be turned on or off. When on, the Auto Door Unlock is highlighted. Press the TUNE/MENU knob when headlamps and back-up lamps will Park Assist is highlighted. Turn the K Turn the knob to select All Doors, knob to select On or Off. Press the flash when is pressed. Driver Door, or Off. Press the TUNE/ TUNE/MENU knob to confirm and Press the TUNE/MENU knob when MENU knob to confirm and go back go back to the last menu. Vehicle Locator Lights is highlighted to the last menu. Press / BACK to to open the menu. Turn the TUNE/ return to the last menu. Lighting MENU knob to highlight On or Off. Select the Lighting menu and the Press TUNE/MENU to select On or Delay Door Lock following will be displayed: Off. Press / BACK to confirm the When on, this feature will delay . Exit Lighting selection and move back to the the locking of the doors until last menu. five seconds after the last door is . Vehicle Locator Lights closed. You will hear three chimes to signal delayed locking is in use. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (33,1)

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Press either the power lock button If Off is selected, the Open Door Remote Lock/ Unlock/ Start Anti Lock Out feature may or Q on the RKE transmitter twice to Select Remote Lock Unlock, Start be enabled through an additional override the delayed locking feature and the following will be displayed menu selection. and immediately lock all of the (depending on the system): doors. Press the TUNE/MENU knob when . Remote Lock Feedback Press the TUNE/MENU knob when Open Door Anti Lock Out is highlighted to select On or Off. . Remote Door Unlock Delay Door Lock is highlighted to / select On or Off. Press / BACK to Press BACK to return to the . Remote Unlock Feedback last menu. return to the last menu. Remote Lock Feedback Passive Door Unlock Open Door Anti Lock Out This allows selection of what type of When on, all doors will lock. The This allows selection of which doors feedback is given when locking the driver door will then unlock if door are unlocked by pressing button on vehicle with the RKE transmitter. the outside door handle. Press the locking is requested while the driver Press the TUNE/MENU knob TUNE/MENU knob when Passive door is open, and disable the Delay when Remote Lock Feedback is Door Unlock is highlighted. Turn the Door Lock feature. highlighted. Turn the knob to select knob to select All Doors or Driver Lights and Horn, Lights Only, Horn Even when this feature is off, the Door. Press the TUNE/MENU knob Only, or Off. Press the TUNE/MENU driver is protected from accidental to confirm and go back to the knob to confirm and go back to the lockouts when the key is in the last menu. ignition. last menu. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (34,1)

5-34 Instruments and Controls

Remote Door Unlock Remote Unlock Feedback Return to Factory Settings? This allows selection of which doors If equipped, this allows selection of Select Return to Factory Settings to will unlock when pressing K on the what type of feedback is given when return all vehicle personalization to RKE transmitter. unlocking the vehicle with the RKE the default settings. Turn the knob transmitter. to select Yes or No. Press the Press the TUNE/MENU knob when Press the TUNE/MENU knob when TUNE/MENU knob to confirm and Door Unlock is highlighted. Turn the go back to the last menu. knob to select All Doors or Driver Remote Unlock Feedback is Door Only. When set to Driver Door highlighted. Turn the knob to select Only, the driver door will unlock the On or Off. Press the TUNE/MENU knob to confirm and go back to the first time K is pressed and all doors last menu. will unlock when K is pressed a second time. When set to All Doors, all of the doors will unlock at the first press of K. Press the TUNE/MENU knob to confirm and go back to the last menu. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (1,1)

Lighting 6-1

Exterior Lighting The exterior lamp control has four Lighting positions: Exterior Lamp Controls O (Off): Briefly turn to this position Exterior Lighting to turn the automatic lamp control Exterior Lamp Controls ...... 6-1 off or on again. Headlamp High/Low-Beam AUTO (Automatic): Turns the Changer ...... 6-2 headlamps on automatically at Flash-to-Pass ...... 6-2 normal brightness, together with Daytime Running the following: Lamps (DRL) ...... 6-2 Automatic Headlamp . Parking Lamps System ...... 6-3 . Taillamps Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . 6-4 Turn and Lane-Change . License Plate Lamps The exterior lamp control is located Signals ...... 6-4 . to the left of the steering column on Instrument Panel Lights Front Fog Lamps ...... 6-4 the instrument panel. . Sidemarker Lamps Interior Lighting It controls the following systems: ; (Parking Lamps): Turns the Instrument Panel Illumination . Headlamps parking lamps on together with the Control ...... 6-5 following: Courtesy Lamps ...... 6-5 . Taillamps Dome Lamps ...... 6-5 . Taillamps . Parking Lamps Reading Lamps ...... 6-6 . License Plate Lamps . License Plate Lamps Lighting Features . Instrument Panel Lights Entry Lighting ...... 6-6 . Instrument Panel Lights . Sidemarker Lamps Exit Lighting ...... 6-6 . Fog Lamps Battery Power Protection ...... 6-6 Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (2,1)

6-2 Lighting

5 (Headlamps): Turns the Headlamp headlamps on together with the High/Low-Beam lamps listed below. A warning chime sounds if the driver door is opened Changer when the ignition switch is off and the headlamps are on. . Parking Lamps This indicator light turns on in the instrument panel cluster when the . Taillamps high-beam headlamps are on. . License Plate Lamps . Instrument Panel Lights Flash-to-Pass . Sidemarker Lamps 2 3 (Headlamp High/Low-Beam To flash the high beams, pull the Changer): Push the turn signal/ turn signal/lane change lever all the # (Front Fog Lamps): For lane change lever away from you way toward you. Then release it. vehicles with fog lamps, press to and release, to turn the high turn the lamps on or off. beams on. Daytime Running See Front Fog Lamps on page 6 4. ‑ To return to low beams, push the Lamps (DRL) When the lights are on, ; will be lever again or pull it toward you and Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can lit. See Lamps On Reminder on release. make it easier for others to see the page 5‑20. front of your vehicle during the day. Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (3,1)

Lighting 6-3

A light sensor on top of the When it is bright enough outside, instrument panel makes the DRL the headlamps go off and the DRL work, so be sure it is not covered. come on. The DRL system makes the To turn the DRL off or on again, turn low‐beam headlamps come on the exterior lamps control to O and at a reduced brightness when the then release. For vehicles first sold following conditions are met: in Canada, the DRL cannot be . The ignition is in the turned off. ON/RUN mode. . The exterior lamps control is Automatic Headlamp in AUTO. System . The engine is running. When it is dark enough outside and The vehicle has a light sensor located on top of the instrument When the DRL are on, only the the exterior lamps control is in the panel. Make sure it is not covered, low beam headlamps, at a reduced automatic position, the headlamps ‐ or the headlamps will be on when level of brightness, will be on. The come on automatically. See Exterior they are not needed. taillamps, sidemarker, instrument Lamp Controls on page 6‑1. panel, and other lamps will not The system may also turn on the be on. headlamps when driving through a parking garage or tunnel. The headlamps automatically change from DRL to the regular headlamps depending on the darkness of the surroundings. The other lamps that come on with the headlamps will also come on. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (4,1)

6-4 Lighting

Hazard Warning Flashers Turn and Lane-Change If after signaling a turn or lane change the arrow flashes rapidly or Signals does not come on, a signal bulb may be burned out. Have the bulbs replaced. If the bulb is not burned out, check the fuse. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 10‑28 for more information. Front Fog Lamps

An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change. | (Hazard Warning Flasher): Press and momentarily hold this Move the lever all the way up or button located on the instrument down to signal a turn. panel above the climate control Raise or lower the lever until the system, to make the front and rear arrow starts to flash to signal a lane turn signal lamps flash on and off. change. The turn signal flashes For vehicles with front fog lamps, This warns others that you are three times. the button is located on the having trouble. Press and outboard side of the instrument The lever returns to its starting momentarily hold again to turn panel. position when it is released. the flashers off. The ignition must be on to turn on the fog lamps. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (5,1)

Lighting 6-5

# (Front Fog Lamps): Press to Interior Lighting Courtesy Lamps turn the fog lamps on or off. An The courtesy lamps come on indicator light on the instrument Instrument Panel automatically when any door is panel cluster comes on when the opened and the dome lamp is in fog lamps are on. Illumination Control the door position. The fog lamps come on together with the parking lamps. Dome Lamps If the high‐beam headlamps are turned on, the fog lamps will turn off. If the high‐beam headlamps are turned off, the fog lamps will turn back on again. Some localities have laws that require the headlamps to be on along with the fog lamps. This feature controls the brightness of the instrument panel controls and infotainment display screen. The thumbwheel is located to the left of the steering column on the instrument panel. D (Instrument Panel The dome lamp controls are located Brightness): Move the in the overhead console. thumbwheel up or down and hold, ( (Dome Lamp Override): Press to brighten or dim the instrument to turn the lamps off, even when a panel controls and infotainment door is open. display screen. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (6,1)

6-6 Lighting

H (Door): Press to turn the lamps Lighting Features The dome lamps also come on on automatically when a door is when the key is removed from the opened. ignition. The exterior lamps and Entry Lighting dome lamps remain on after the ' (On): Press to turn on the The headlamps, parking lamps, door is closed for a set amount of dome lamps. taillamps, and most of the interior time, then automatically turn off. K Reading Lamps lamps turn on briefly when is The exterior lamps turn off pressed on the Remote Keyless immediately by turning the exterior Entry (RKE) transmitter. After about lamps control off. 30 seconds the exterior lamps turn The exit lighting feature can off, and then the dome and be changed. See Vehicle remaining interior lights will dim to Personalization on page 5‑30. off. Entry lighting can be disabled manually by changing the ignition out of the OFF position, or by Battery Power Protection pressing the RKE transmitter The battery saver feature is Q button. designed to protect the vehicle's battery. The reading lamps are located in This feature can be changed. See the headliner. Vehicle Personalization on If some interior lamps are left on # $ page 5‑30. and the ignition is turned off, the or (Reading Lamps): Press battery rundown protection system the button near each lamp to turn it Exit Lighting automatically turns the lamp off after on or off. some time. The headlamps, taillamps, parking lamps, back‐up lamps, and license plate lamps come on at night, or in areas with limited lighting, when the key is removed from the ignition. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (1,1)

Infotainment System 7-1

Audio Players Introduction Infotainment CD Player ...... 7-22 System MP3 ...... 7-25 Auxiliary Devices ...... 7-26 Infotainment Read the following pages to Phone Introduction become familiar with the audio Bluetooth (Overview) ...... 7-30 system's features. Infotainment ...... 7-1 Bluetooth (Infotainment Theft-Deterrent Feature ...... 7-2 Controls) ...... 7-31 Overview (Radio with CD) . . . . . 7-2 Bluetooth (Voice { WARNING Overview (Radio with CD and Recognition) ...... 7-35 Touchscreen) ...... 7-4 Taking your eyes off the road for Operation ...... 7-9 Trademarks and License extended periods could cause a Radio Agreements crash resulting in injury or death to you or others. Do not give AM-FM Radio ...... 7-12 Trademarks and License Satellite Radio ...... 7-17 Agreements ...... 7-41 extended attention to infotainment Radio Reception ...... 7-20 tasks while driving. Backglass Antenna ...... 7-21 Satellite Radio Antenna ...... 7-21 This system provides access to Multi-Band Antenna ...... 7-21 many audio and non‐audio listings. To minimize taking your eyes off the road while driving, do the following while the vehicle is parked: . Become familiar with the operation and controls of the audio system. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (2,1)

7-2 Infotainment System

. Set up the tone, speaker Overview (Radio with CD) adjustments, and preset radio stations. For more information, see Defensive Driving on page 9‑3. The vehicle has Retained Accessory Power (RAP). With RAP, the audio system can be played even after the ignition is turned off. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9‑24 for more information. Navigation/Radio System For vehicles with a navigation radio system, see the separate navigation manual. Theft-Deterrent Feature Overview (Radio with CD) The theft-deterrent feature works by learning a portion of the Vehicle A. RADIO/BAND B. Buttons 1−6 Identification Number (VIN) to the infotainment system. The . Changes the band while . Radio: Saves and selects infotainment system does not listening to the radio. favorite stations. operate if it is stolen or moved . Selects the radio when to a different vehicle. listening to a different audio source. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (3,1)

Infotainment System 7-3

. Press to select menu C. s (Previous/Reverse) H. AUX (Auxiliary) © items. . . Radio: Seeks the previous Selects an external audio . Radio: Manually selects station. source. radio stations. . CD: Selects the previous I. V / 8 (Phone/Mute) . CD: Selects tracks. track or rewinds within a . Opens the phone N. CONFIG (Configuration) track. main menu. . Opens the settings menu. D. O /VOL (Power/Volume) . Mutes the audio system. O. INFO (Information) . Turns the system on or off J. CD Slot and adjusts the volume. . Radio: Shows available . Insert a CD. \ information about the E. ¨ (Next/Forward) K. TONE current station. . Radio: Seeks the next . Opens the tone menu. . CD: Shows available station. information about the L. / BACK . CD: Selects the next track current track. or fast forwards within a . Menu: Moves one P. Z (Eject) track. level back. . F. FAV 1-2-3 (Favorites Page) . Character Input: Deletes Removes a disc from the the last character. CD slot. . Radio: Opens the favorites list. M. TUNE/MENU Q. H (Clock) G. CD . Turn to open menus, . Opens the clock menu. highlight menu items, . Selects the CD player. R. AS 1-2 (Autostore) or set numeric values while in a menu. . Radio: Opens the auto store stations list. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (4,1)

7-4 Infotainment System

Overview (Radio with CD and Touchscreen) Infotainment System Overview The infotainment system in the vehicle is a touch screen system. It is controlled by touching the screen buttons, the TUNE/MENU knob, preset buttons, and other buttons on the faceplate. The TUNE/MENU knob can be turned and then pressed to complete any of the highlighted screen functions. The preset buttons can be pressed to select the appropriate screen button function as shown on the Overview (Radio with CD and Touchscreen) display. A. HOME (Home Page) B. Buttons 1−6 . See “Home Page” . The preset buttons following in this section. numbered one through six can be used to select stored AM, FM, and XM (if equipped) stations. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (5,1)

Infotainment System 7-5

C. s © (Previous/Reverse) E. ¨ \ (Next/Forward) G. SRCE (Source) . . Press to seek to the . Press to seek the next Press to change the audio beginning of the current or track. sources such as AM-FM previous track. If the track Radio, XM™ (if equipped), . Press and hold to fast CD, and AUX. has been playing for less forward through a track. than five seconds, it seeks H. p / j (Play/Pause) the previous track. If longer . Release the button to than five seconds, the return to playing speed. . Press to start, pause, and current track starts from See CD Player on resume playback. See CD the beginning. page 7‑22 and MP3 on Player on page 7‑22 and page 7 25 for more MP3 on page 7 25 for . ‑ ‑ Press and hold to quickly information. more information. reverse through a track. Release the button to . For AM, FM, or XM (if I. V /8 (Phone/Mute) return to playing speed. equipped), press to seek to . See CD Player on the next strong station. See Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls) on page 7‑22 and MP3 on F. FAV 1-2-3 (Favorites Page) page 7 31 or Bluetooth page 7‑25 for more ‑ information. . Press to display the (Overview) on page 7‑30 current page number or Bluetooth (Voice . For AM, FM, or XM (if above the preset buttons. Recognition) on page 7‑35 equipped), press to seek to The stored stations for for more information. the previous strong station. each list display on the J. CD Slot D. O /VOL (Power/Volume) touch-sensitive preset buttons at the bottom of . Press to turn the system the screen. The number of on and off. preset FAV lists can be . Turn to adjust the volume. changed in the Configuration Menu. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (6,1)

7-6 Infotainment System

K. TONE N. CONFIG (Configuration) Home Page . Press to access the sound . Press to adjust features The infotainment system displays a menu screen to adjust for radio, display, phone, home page that makes accessing bass, midrange, and treble. vehicle, and time. many of the features an easy See AM-FM Radio on O. INFO (Information) process. page 7 12 for more ‑ Back: If on page 2 of the Home information. . Press to scroll through an audio information screen. Page, press Back to return to page L. / BACK 1 of the Home Page. If on page 1, P. Z (Eject) Back serves no function. . Press to return to the previous screen in a menu. . Press to eject a disc from Home: While navigating through the CD player. See CD other menus, press to go back to . If on a page accessed Player on page 7‑22. the Home Page to start a different directly by a faceplate feature. button or Home Page Q. H (Clock) screen button, pressing Fav: Press to display a page of . / BACK will go to the Press to set the time. stored (favorite) AM, FM, or XM (if previous menu. R. AS 1-2 (Autostore) equipped) stations. Keep pressing Fav to scroll through the favorite M. TUNE/MENU Touch Screen Buttons pages. . Turn to highlight a feature. Touch screen buttons are on the Info: Press to toggle through an Press to activate the screen and highlighted when a audio information screen. highlighted feature. feature is available. Some screen The Home Page Menu lists the . Turn to manually change buttons highlight when active and gray out when inactive. options Customize Home Page and the radio station. Restore Home Page Defaults. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (7,1)

Infotainment System 7-7

Out of all available Home Page Press the AM screen button to icons, up to eight icons can be display the AM main page and play selected and sorted for the first the current or last tuned AM station. Home Page screen. See AM-FM Radio on page 7‑12. Home Page Features Press the XM screen button (if equipped) to display the XM main Various functions are disabled when page and play the current or last the vehicle is moving. tuned XM channel. See AM-FM Press the Now Playing screen Radio on page 7‑12 and Satellite button to display the active source Press the Config screen button to Radio on page 7‑17. page. The sources available are display the Config main page. From this display, you can adjust features Press the CD screen button to AM, FM, XM (if equipped), CD, display the CD main page and play USB/iPod, and AUX. such as time and date, radio, Bluetooth, vehicle, and display. the current or last CD track See AM-FM Radio on page 7‑12, selected. See CD Player on Satellite Radio on page 7‑17, and Press the Tone screen button to page 7‑22. Auxiliary Devices on page 7‑26. display the Tone main page. Adjust the tone and speakers by pressing Press the USB screen button to Press the Phone screen button to the screen buttons to change the display the USB main page and play display the Phone main page. See levels of sound for treble, midrange, the current or last track selected. Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls) on bass, fade, and balance. See See Auxiliary Devices on page 7‑26. page 7‑31 or Bluetooth (Overview) AM-FM Radio on page 7‑12. Press the AUX screen button to on page 7‑30 or Bluetooth (Voice access any connected auxiliary Recognition) on page 7‑35. Press the FM screen button to display the FM main page and play device. See Auxiliary Devices on the current or last tuned FM station. page 7‑26. See AM-FM Radio on page 7‑12. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (8,1)

7-8 Infotainment System

Time and Date Settings Radio Settings lower volume settings where background noise is typically louder From the Time and Date Settings Press the Config button on the than the sound system volume. screen button, press to display the Home Page or the CONFIG button Time and Date Settings menu. on the faceplate to enter the menu Startup Volume: Press to set the maximum volume level for startup Set Time: Press + or − to increase options. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob that will be used even if a higher or decrease the Hours and Minutes or touch-tap the scroll bar to scroll volume had been set when the radio displayed on the clock. through the available options. Press the TUNE/MENU knob or press was turned off. Set Date: Press + or − to increase Radio Settings to display the radio Radio Favorites: Press to select or decrease the day. settings menu. Press this feature to the number of FAV pages to be 12/24 HR Format: Press the make changes for radio information used in the system. 12 Hours screen button for standard displayed, preset pages, Auto Add/Remove XM Categories: time; press the 24 Hours screen Volume Control, and XM Categories Press to customize which available button for military time. Restore. See Satellite Radio on page 7‑17 (if equipped), for more XM Categories are used and Set Date Format: Depending on information about XM Categories. displayed in the system. the region, the following date formats may be available: MM/DD/ The Radio Settings are: Phone Settings YYYY, DD.MM.YYYY, or YYYY/ Speed Dependent Volume: Select See Bluetooth (Infotainment MM/DD. OFF, Low, Medium, or High Controls) on page 7‑31 or Bluetooth Day + or Day −: Press the Day + sensitivity to automatically adjust (Overview) on page 7‑30 or or Day − display buttons to increase the volume to minimize the effects Bluetooth (Voice Recognition) on or decrease the day. of unwanted background noise that page 7‑35 in the “Phone” section for can result from changing road more information on phone settings. Display: Press Display to turn the surfaces, driving speeds, or open display of the clock on the screen windows. This feature works best at Vehicle Settings On or Off. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑30 for more information. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (9,1)

Infotainment System 7-9

Display Settings English and Metric Unit Volume Control Press the Config button on the Conversion O /VOL (Power/Volume): Turn to Home Page or the CONFIG button To change the display units between adjust the volume. on the faceplate, then select Display English and metric units, see Driver V / 8 (Phone/Mute): Press to Settings from the list. Information Center (DIC) on mute the infotainment system. Press The following options may display: page 5‑21. V / 8 again, or turn the O /VOL knob to cancel mute. Dimming Mode: Press to change Operation the screen background. The Menu System (Radio with CD) Automatic setting adjusts the Controls screen background automatically The Menu system for the uplevel depending on the exterior lighting The infotainment system is operated infotainment system appears on the conditions. by using the pushbuttons, display screen. multifunction knobs, menus shown To change the overall brightness on the display, and steering wheel Controls setting for the display, use the controls, if equipped. The TUNE/MENU knob and vehicle interior lighting instrument / BACK are used to navigate the panel illumination control. Turning the System On or Off menu system. O Languages /VOL (Power/Volume): Press to TUNE/MENU: turn the system on and off. The vehicle supports English, Press to: French (Canadian), and Spanish. Automatic Switch-Off . Enter the menu system. The default language is English. If the infotainment system has been turned on after the ignition is . Select or activate the highlighted Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to menu option. highlight the language. Press turned off, the system will turn off TUNE/MENU to change the display automatically after 10 minutes. . Confirm a set value. language. . Turn a system setting on or off. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (10,1)

7-10 Infotainment System

Turn to: Submenus Setting a Value . Highlight a menu option. An arrow on the right-hand edge of the menu indicates that it has a . Select a value. submenu with other options. / BACK: Activating a Setting Press to: . Exit a menu. . Return from a submenu screen 1. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to to the previous menu screen. change the current value of the setting. . Delete the last character in a sequence. 2. Press the TUNE/MENU knob to confirm the setting. Selecting a Menu Option 1. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to highlight the setting. Turning a Function On or Off 2. Press the TUNE/MENU knob to activate the setting.

1. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to move the highlighted bar. 1. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to highlight the function. 2. Press the TUNE/MENU knob to select the highlighted option. 2. Press the TUNE/MENU knob to turn the function on or off. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (11,1)

Infotainment System 7-11

Entering a Character Sequence 3. Press and hold the TUNE/MENU Adjusting the EQ (Equalizer) knob until the value changes For vehicles that have an equalizer: to 0. 1. Press the TONE button. Press / BACK to go back to the Tone Settings menu. 2. Select EQ presets. 3. Select the setting. Adjusting the Treble, Midrange, and Bass Press / BACK to go back to the 1. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to 1. Press the TONE button. Tone Settings menu. highlight the character. 2. Select Treble, Midrange, System Settings 2. Press the TUNE/MENU knob to or Bass. select the character. Configuring the Number of / 3. Select the value. Favorite Pages Press BACK to delete the last / character in the sequence or press Press BACK to go back to the To configure the number of available and hold to delete the entire Tone Settings menu. favorite pages: character sequence. Adjusting the Fader and Balance 1. Press the CONFIG button. Audio Settings 1. Press the TONE button. 2. Select Radio Settings. The audio settings can be set for 2. Select Fader or Balance. 3. Select Radio Favorites. each radio band and each audio 3. Select the value. 4. Select the number of available player source. favorite pages. Press / BACK to go back to the To quickly reset an audio setting 5. Press / BACK to go back to the value to 0: Tone Settings menu. System Configuration menu. 1. Press the TONE button. 2. Select the audio setting. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (12,1)

7-12 Infotainment System

Auto Volume Maximum Startup Volume Radio The auto volume feature The maximum volume played when automatically adjusts the radio the radio is first turned on can AM-FM Radio volume to compensate for road and be set. For vehicles equipped with the wind noise as the vehicle speeds up 1. Press the CONFIG button. or slows down, so that the volume MyLink or IntelliLink infotainment level is consistent. 2. Select Radio Settings. system, see the separate MyLink/ IntelliLink Features and Functions The level of volume compensation 3. Select Maximum Startup Guide for more information. can be selected, or the auto volume Volume. feature can be turned off. 4. Select the setting. Control Buttons 1. Press the CONFIG button. / The buttons used to control the 5. Press BACK to go back to the radio are: 2. Select Radio Settings. System Configuration menu. O /VOL (Power/Volume): 3. Select Auto Volume. . Press to turn the radio on or off. 4. Select the setting. . Turn the knob to increase or 5. Press / BACK to go back to the decrease the volume. The System Configuration menu. volume is adjusted for the current audio source or voice prompts. RADIO/BAND (Radio with CD Only): Press to turn the radio on and choose between AM, FM, and XM™, if equipped. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (13,1)

Infotainment System 7-13

TUNE/MENU: Turn to navigate the Radio Menus (Radio with CD) If the radio station is known: available menus and to search for Radio menus are available for AM stations. Press and hold s © or ¨ \ until and FM. the station on the display is INFO: Press to display additional Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to open reached, then release the button. information that may be available for the main radio menu for that band. the current song. Manual Tuning s © or ¨ \ : Press to search for Selecting a Band Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to stations. Press the RADIO/BAND button to select the frequency on the display. FAV 1-2-3: Press to open the choose AM, FM, or XM, if equipped. Favorites List The last station that was playing favorites list and select the 1. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob. favorites page. starts playing again. 2. Select Favorites List. Buttons 1−6: Press to select Selecting a Station 3. Select the station. preset stations. Seek Tuning AS 1-2 (Autostore): Press to open If the radio station is not known: Station Lists the autostore list. 1. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob. Briefly press s © or ¨ \ to SRCE (Source/Radio with CD and 2. Select AM or FM Station List. All Touchscreen Only): Press to automatically search for the next available station. If a station is not receivable stations in the current select the AM, FM, or XM reception area are displayed. If a (if equipped) band. found, the radio switches to a more sensitive search level. If a station station list has not been created, The audio sources can also be still is not found, the frequency that an automatic station search changed by using the steering was last active begins to play. is done. wheel controls. See Steering Wheel 3. Select the station. Controls on page 5‑2 for more information. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (14,1)

7-14 Infotainment System

Category Lists Updating Station & Category Lists . Fade Most stations that broadcast an If stations stored in the station list . Balance RDS program type code specify the can no longer be received: Setting the Tone type of programming transmitted. 1. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob. Some stations change the program To adjust the bass, treble, and type code depending on the 2. Select Update AM or FM midrange: content. The system stores the Station List, if the stations stored . Bass: Press Base and RDS stations sorted by program in the station list are no longer then + or - to change the level. type in the FM category list. received. A station search will be completed and the first station in . Middle (Midrange): Press Middle To search for a programming type the updated list will play. and then + or - to change the determined by station: level. To cancel the station search, press 1. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob. the TUNE/MENU knob. . Treble: Press Treble and 2. Select FM category list. A list of then + or - to change the level. Radio Menus (Radio with CD all programming types available Adjusting the Speakers displays. and Touchscreen) Scroll through the settings by 3. Select the programming type. Tone Menu turning the TUNE/MENU knob. A list of stations that transmit To access the sound menu, press Press this knob to select Fade or programming of the selected the TONE button. Balance. type displays. Use the sound menu to adjust the To adjust the speaker fade: 4. Select the station. following features: . Press F (Front) or R (Rear) to The category lists are updated when . Bass change from the front or rear the station lists are updated. speakers. Turn the TUNE/MENU . Middle knob for more sound from the . Treble left or right speakers. . EQ Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (15,1)

Infotainment System 7-15

To adjust the speaker balance: . Gracenote Options Number of Favorite Pages: Turn . the TUNE/MENU knob to highlight . Press L (Left) or R (Right) to Startup Volume the number of favorites. Press the change from the left or right . Number of Favorite Pages speakers. TUNE/MENU knob to select. . XM Categories XM Categories: If equipped, turn EQ Settings . RDS the TUNE/MENU knob to highlight EQ (Equalization): The EQ the category. Press the TUNE/ . Software Version Menus settings are selected through the MENU knob to select. Turn the sound menu. EQ provides a choice Audio Cue Options: Audio Cue TUNE/MENU knob to Show all XM of Manual or Talk. Turn the TUNE/ Volume: Press + or - or turn the Categories to display all categories. TUNE/MENU knob to increase or MENU knob to highlight. Press RDS: Press the TUNE/MENU knob decrease the audio cue volume. TUNE/MENU to select Manual to turn RDS on or off. or Talk. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to On Software Version Menus: Turn the or Off to turn Audio Cues on or off. Radio Settings TUNE/MENU knob to highlight the To access the Radio Settings menu: Auto Volume: Turn the TUNE/ menu. Press the TUNE/MENU knob MENU knob to select volume Off, to select software menu. 1. Press the CONFIG button. Low, Medium, or High. Finding a Station 2. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob until Gracenote Options: Press the Radio Settings displays. Press TUNE/MENU knob to turn Select a band such as AM, FM, the TUNE/MENU knob to display Normalization on or off. or XM (if equipped). other options within that feature. Startup Volume: Press + or - or Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to find Audio system settings or features turn the TUNE/MENU knob to a radio station. To select a preset can be customized for: increase or decrease the station, press the corresponding preset button. . Audio Cue Options infotainment startup volume. See “Mixed-Band Presets” following . Auto Volume for more information. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (16,1)

7-16 Infotainment System

Seeking a Station To store a radio station to a Autostore Stations favorites page: Press s © or ¨ \ to search for a AS 1-2 (Autostore): Autostore station. 1. Press the RADIO/BAND or searches and stores six FM and SRCE button until the desired six AM stations with the strongest Local Station List Search (Radio band is selected. signal. To use autostore: with CD and Touchscreen) 2. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to 1. Press RADIO/BAND or SRCE to To find a list of local stations in the the station. select FM or AM. current AM or FM band, turn the TUNE/MENU knob. The radio 3. Press the FAV 1-2-3 button to 2. Press AS 1-2 for at least performs a search for available scroll the list. two seconds until a beep stations. 4. Press and hold one of the sounds. SEARCH displays on preset buttons for more than the radio, followed by the Storing a Station as a Favorite two seconds. The station number of stations found. Up to 36 preset stations can be frequency appears on the preset 3. The radio will automatically store stored. Each page can store button at the bottom of the the six strongest stations found six preset stations. The presets display. as autostore presets. within a page can be from different 5. Repeat the steps for each preset Press the AS 1-2 button to alternate radio bands. in each page. between the autostore stations and To scroll through the pages, press To recall a preset station from a favorites. the FAV 1-2-3 (favorites) button. The favorites page: AS displays on the radio when using current page number displays above autostore presets. the preset buttons. The stored 1. Press the FAV 1-2-3 button to stations for each list display at the scroll to the page. Autostore does not delete bottom of the screen. The number of 2. Press the preset button. The previously stored favorite stations. preset FAV lists can be changed. stored preset station is recalled. Autostore does not function with XM radio stations. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (17,1)

Infotainment System 7-17

Radio Data System (RDS) The RDS system is always on. digital-quality sound. A service fee When information is broadcast from is required to receive the XM The audio system has a Radio Data the current FM station, the station service. If XM service needs to be System (RDS). RDS features are name or call letters display on the reactivated, the radio will display available for use only on FM audio screen. RDS can provide a "No Subscription Please Renew" on stations that broadcast RDS program type (PTY) for current channel XM1. For more information, information. With RDS, the programming and the name of the contact XM at www.xmradio.com or radio can: program being broadcast. 1-800-929-2100 in the U.S., . Seek to stations broadcasting and www.xmradio.ca or the selected type of Satellite Radio 1-877-438-9677 in Canada. programming. For vehicles equipped with the Control Buttons . Receive announcements MyLink or IntelliLink infotainment The buttons used to control the XM concerning local and national system, see the separate MyLink/ radio are: emergencies. IntelliLink Features and Functions . Display messages from radio Guide for more information. RADIO/BAND or SRCE (Source): stations. Press to turn the radio on and Vehicles with an XM Satellite Radio choose between AM, FM, and XM. This system relies on receiving tuner and a valid XM Satellite Radio specific information from these subscription can receive XM s © or ¨ \ : Press to go to the stations and only works when the programming. previous or next channel. information is available. In rare XM Satellite Radio Service FAV 1-2-3: Press to open the cases, a radio station could favorites list. broadcast incorrect information that XM is a satellite radio service based causes the radio features to work in the 48 contiguous United States Buttons 1−6: Press to select a improperly. If this happens, contact and 10 Canadian provinces. XM favorite. the radio station. Satellite Radio has a wide variety of TUNE/MENU: Turn to select a programming and commercial-free channel. music, coast to coast, and in Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (18,1)

7-18 Infotainment System

INFO: Press to display additional To add or remove categories: Selecting a Channel Using the information that may be available 1. Press the CONFIG button. TUNE/MENU Knob about the current song. 2. Select Radio Settings. To select a channel using the w / j (Play/Pause): Press to TUNE/MENU knob: 3. Select XM Categories. pause time shifted content, 1. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob and if equipped. 4. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to select Channel List. highlight the category. Selecting the XM Band 2. Select the desired channel. Press the RADIO/BAND or SRCE 5. Press the TUNE/MENU knob to remove or add the category. Selecting a Channel Using the button to choose between AM, FM, TUNE/MENU System and XM. The last channel played in Selecting an XM Channel that band begins to play when that 1. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob. band is selected. XM channels can be selected by 2. Select XM Category List. using s © or ¨ \, the TUNE/ XM Categories MENU knob, or the TUNE/MENU 3. Select the category. XM channels are organized in system. 4. Select the channel. categories. Selecting a Channel Storing an XM Channel as a Removing or Adding Categories Using s © or ¨ \ Favorite Channels in a category that have . Press and release s or \ Channels from all bands can be been removed can still be accessed © ¨ to go to the previous or next stored in any order in the favorite by using the s © or ¨ \ buttons, channel. pages. or the TUNE/MENU knob. Up to six channels can be stored in . s \ Press and hold © or ¨ to each favorite page and the number scroll through the previous or of available favorite pages can next channel until the channel is be set. reached. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (19,1)

Infotainment System 7-19

Storing a Channel as a Favorite Loading XM: The audio system is No Information: The system is To store the channel to a position acquiring and processing audio and working properly. No text or in the list, press and hold the text data. No action is needed. This informational messages are corresponding 1 to 6 button until the message should disappear shortly. available at this time on this channel can be heard again. Channel Off Air: This channel is channel. not currently in service. Tune in to No Subscription Please Renew: Retrieving Channels another channel. XM subscription needs to be Press the FAV 1-2-3 button to open Channel Unauth: This channel is reactivated. Contact XM at a favorite page or to change to blocked or cannot be received with www.xmradio.com or another favorite page. Briefly press your XM subscription package. 1-800-929-2100 in the U.S., one of the 1 to 6 buttons to retrieve and www.xmradio.ca or the channel. Channel Unavailable: This 1-877-438-9677 in Canada. previously assigned channel is no XM Messages longer assigned. Tune to another No XM Signal: The system is station. working properly. The vehicle may XL (Explicit Language be in a location where the XM signal Channels): These channels, or any No Artist Info: The system is is being blocked. When the vehicle others, can be blocked by request, working properly. No artist is moved into an open area, the by calling 1-800-929-2100 in the information is available at this signal should return. U.S., and 1-877-438-9677 in time on this channel. Canada. CAT Not Found: The system is No Title Info: The system is working properly. There are no XM Updating: The encryption code working properly. No song title channels available for the selected in the receiver is being updated. No information is available at this time category. action is required. This process on this channel. should take no longer than XM Radio ID: If tuned to channel 0, 30 seconds. No CAT Info: The system is this message alternates with the XM working properly. No category Radio eight-digit radio ID label. This information is available at this time label is needed to activate the on this channel. service. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (20,1)

7-20 Infotainment System

Unknown: If this message is FM XM™ Satellite Radio Service received when tuned to channel 0, FM signals only reach about 16 to XM Satellite Radio Service gives there could be a receiver fault. 65 km (10 to 40 mi). Although the digital radio reception from coast to Consult with your dealer. radio has a built-in electronic circuit coast in the 48 contiguous United Check Antenna: If this message that automatically works to reduce States, and in Canada. Just as does not clear within a short period interference, some static can occur, with FM, tall buildings or hills can of time, the receiver could have a especially around tall buildings or interfere with satellite radio signals, fault. Consult with your dealer. hills, causing the sound to fade in causing the sound to fade in and XM Not Available: If this message and out. out. In addition, traveling or standing under heavy foliage, bridges, does not clear within a short period AM of time, the receiver could have a garages, or tunnels may cause loss fault. Consult with your dealer. The range for most AM stations is of the XM signal for a period of time. greater than for FM, especially at Cellular Phone Usage Radio Reception night. The longer range can cause station frequencies to interfere Cellular phone usage may cause Frequency interference and static with each other. For better radio interference with the vehicle's radio. can occur during normal radio reception, most AM radio stations This interference may occur when reception if items such as cell phone boost the power levels during the making or receiving phone calls, chargers, vehicle convenience day, and then reduce these levels charging the phone's battery, accessories, and external electronic during the night. Static can also or simply having the phone on. This devices are plugged into the occur when things like storms and interference can cause an increased accessory power outlet. If there is power lines interfere with radio level of static while listening to the interference or static, unplug the reception. When this happens, try radio. If static is received while item from the accessory power reducing the treble on the radio. listening to the radio, unplug the outlet. cellular phone and turn it off. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (21,1)

Infotainment System 7-21

Backglass Antenna Notice: Using a razor blade or Satellite Radio Antenna sharp object to clear the inside The AM-FM antenna is integrated rear window can damage the rear The XM Satellite Radio antenna is with the rear window defogger, window antenna and/or the rear located on the roof of the vehicle. located in the rear window. Make window defogger. Repairs would Keep the antenna clear of sure that the inside surface of the not be covered by the vehicle obstructions for clear radio rear window is not scratched and warranty. Do not clear the inside reception. that the lines on the glass are not rear window with sharp objects. If the vehicle has a sunroof, the damaged. If the inside surface is Notice: Do not apply aftermarket performance of the XM system may damaged, it could interfere with be affected if the sunroof is open. radio reception. For proper radio glass tinting with metallic film. reception, the antenna connector The metallic film in some tinting needs to be properly attached to the materials will interfere with or Multi-Band Antenna post on the glass. distort the incoming radio The multi-band antenna is on the reception. Any damage caused to roof of the vehicle. The antenna is If a cellular telephone antenna your backglass antenna due to used for the AM‐FM radio, OnStar, needs to be attached to the glass, metallic tinting materials will not make sure that the grid lines for the the XM Satellite Radio Service be covered by the vehicle System, and GPS (Global AM-FM antenna are not damaged. warranty. There is enough space between the Positioning System), if the vehicle grid lines to attach a cellular has these features. Keep the telephone antenna without antenna clear of obstructions for interfering with radio reception. clear reception. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (22,1)

7-22 Infotainment System

Audio Players the method of recording, the quality s © or ¨ \: Press to select of the music or video that has been tracks or to rewind or fast forward recorded, or the way the disc has within a track. CD Player been handled. INFO (Information): Press to For vehicles equipped with the To avoid damage to the CD player: display additional information about MyLink or IntelliLink infotainment . the current track that may be system, see the separate MyLink/ Do not use scratched or available. IntelliLink Features and Functions damaged discs. Guide for more information. . Do not apply labels to discs. The TUNE/MENU: Turn this knob to display the track list. Press to select The CD player can be used for CDs labels could get caught in the the track from the list. The system and MP3s. player. plays the selected track and returns With the ignition on, insert a CD into . Insert only one disc at a time. to the CD screen. the slot, label side up. The player . Keep the loading slot free of pulls it in and begins playing. foreign materials, liquids, and Control Buttons (Radio with CD and Touchscreen) The vehicle must be in P (Park) for debris. video to display. If a description label is needed, try A track number displays at the beginning of each track. Song, The system is capable of playing: labeling the top of the disc using a marking pen. Artist, and Album information . Most audio CDs displays when available. Control Buttons . CD-R The buttons used to control the CD (Radio with CD) player are: . CD-RW The buttons used to control the CD SRCE (Source): Press to select . MP3 or unprotected WMA player are: formats the CD player. CD: Press to select the CD player. j When playing any compatible p / (Play/Pause): Press to start, recordable disc, the sound quality pause, or resume play. can be reduced due to disc quality, Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (23,1)

Infotainment System 7-23

s © (Previous/Reverse): Inserting a CD Selecting a CD Track . Seeks to the beginning of the With the printed side facing up, Using the control buttons: insert a disc into the CD slot until it current or previous track. . s \ is drawn in. Press © or ¨ to select the ‐ If the track has been playing previous or next track. for less than five seconds, it Removing a CD . Turn the TUNE/MENU knob. seeks the previous track. Press Z. Using the CD Menu: ‐ If longer than five seconds, the current track starts from the The disc is pushed out of the 1. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob. CD slot. beginning. 2. Select Tracks list. . If the disc is not removed after it is Press and hold to fast reverse 3. Select the track. through a track. Release the ejected, it is pulled back in after a button to return to playing few seconds. Playing Tracks in Random Order speed. Elapsed time displays. Playing a CD or MP3 CD Turn the TUNE/MENU knob and ¨ \ (Next/Forward): (Radio with CD) then set Shuffle Songs to On. . Seeks to the next track. Press the CD button if there is a Fast Forward and Rewind disc in the player; it begins playing. . Press and hold to fast forward Press and hold s © or ¨ \ to through a track. Release to Information about the disc and rewind or fast forward within the return to playing speed. Elapsed current track is shown on the current track. time displays. display depending on the data Selecting an MP3 Track TUNE/MENU: Turn this knob to stored. display the track list. Press to select Using the control buttons: the track from the list. The system . s \ plays the selected track and returns Press © or ¨ to select the to the CD screen. previous or next track. . Turn the TUNE/MENU knob. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (24,1)

7-24 Infotainment System

Using the CD Menu: To search for tracks: Error Messages 1. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob. 1. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob. If Disc Read Error displays and/or 2. Select Playlists/Folders. 2. Select Search. the disc comes out, it could be for one of the following reasons: 3. Select the playlist or folder. 3. Select: Playlists, Artists, . The disc has an invalid or 4. Select the track. Albums, Song Titles, Genres, or Folder View. unknown format. Searching for MP3 Tracks 4. Select the track. . The disc is not from a correct The search feature may take some region. Playing a CD or MP3 CD time to display the information after . The disc is very hot. Try the disc reading the disc due to the amount (Radio with CD and again when the temperature of information stored on the disc. Touchscreen) returns to normal. FM automatically plays while the Press the TUNE/MENU knob to . The road is very rough. Try the disc is being read. display the CD Menu. disc again when the road is Tracks can be searched by: Shuffle: Select to play the tracks smoother. . Playlists randomly rather than in sequence. . The disc is dirty, scratched, wet, Select again to stop shuffle. . Artists or upside down. A checkmark indicates shuffle is on. . . Albums The air is very humid. Try the Track List: Select to display the list disc again later. . Song Titles of tracks on the disc. Select the . There was a problem while . Genres track from the list. The selected track plays and the CD screen burning the disc. . Folder View displays. . The label is caught in the CD player. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (25,1)

Infotainment System 7-25

If the CD is not playing correctly, for . Bit rates supported: 8, 16, 24, Playlists: Press to view the any other reason, try a known 32, 40, 48, 56, 64, 80, 96, 112, playlists stored on the disc. Select a good CD. 128, 144, 160, 192, 224, 256, playlist to view the list of all songs in and 320 kbps. If any error continues, contact your that playlist. There might be a delay dealer. . Maximum number of folders: before the list displays. Select a eight folders with 255 files per song from the list to begin playback. MP3 folder. Artists: Press to view the list of . Maximum of 1,000 files on artists stored on the disc. Select an Playing an MP3 CD a disc. artist name to view a list of all songs by the artist. There might be a delay For vehicles equipped with the . Recorded on a CD-R or CD-RW. MyLink or IntelliLink infotainment before the list displays. Select a system, see the separate MyLink/ . The Artist/Album/Song Titles/ song from the list to begin playback. IntelliLink Features and Functions Genre information requires a CD Albums: Press to view the albums Guide for more information. to be fully scanned before the on the disc. Select the album to music navigator works with view a list of all songs on the album. To play an MP3 CD, follow the same these menus. instructions as “Playing a CD or There might be a delay before the MP3 CD.” MP3 Music Menu list displays. Select a song from the list to begin playback. The following guidelines must be Press the Menu screen button while met when creating an MP3 disc, that source is active to access Song Titles: Press to display a list otherwise the CD might not play: the menu. of all songs on the disc. Songs are displayed as stored on the disc. . Sampling rate: 16 kHz, Press any of the following buttons There might be a delay before the 22.05 kHz, 24 kHz, 32 kHz, on the MP3 Menu: list displays. To begin playback, 44.1 kHz, and 48 kHz. Shuffle Songs: Press to play the select a song from the list. tracks randomly. Press again to stop shuffle. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (26,1)

7-26 Infotainment System

Genres: Press to view the genres. No Folder Auxiliary Devices Select a genre to view a list of all When the CD only contains For vehicles equipped with the songs of that genre. Select a song compressed audio files without any from the list to begin playback. MyLink or IntelliLink infotainment folders or playlists, all files are system, see the separate MyLink/ Folders: Press to open a folder list under the root folder. IntelliLink Features and Functions to access the files within the folder Guide for more information. structure. File System and Naming The song titles, artists, albums, and The optional AUX input allows Root Directory genres are taken from the file's ID3 portable devices to connect to the The root directory is treated as a tag and are only displayed if present vehicle using the 3.5 mm (1/8 in) folder. All files contained directly in the tag. If a song title is not auxiliary jack or USB port. under the root directory are present in the ID3 tag, the radio Portable devices are controlled by accessed prior to any root directory displays the file name as the using the menu system described in folders. track name. Operation on page 7‑9. Empty Folders Preprogrammed Playlists The AUX input/USB port is located If a root directory or folder is empty The radio recognizes in the center console. or contains only folders, the player preprogrammed playlists; however, advances to the next folder in the there is no editing capability. These file structure that contains a playlists are treated as special compressed audio file. The empty folders containing compressed folder(s) are not displayed or audio song files. numbered. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (27,1)

Infotainment System 7-27

Adjusting the Volume Connecting and Controlling an iPod Turn the O /VOL knob to adjust the ™ volume of the infotainment system Not all iPods can be controlled by after the volume level has been set the infotainment system. on the portable audio device. Connecting an iPod USB Port Connect the iPod to the USB port. Not all USB drives are compatible Searching for a Track with the USB port. Check the height of the USB drive prior to closing the Tracks that are found can be arm rest. searched for by: A. USB Port For vehicles with a USB port, the . Playlists following devices may be connected . B. 3.5 mm (1/8 in) Auxiliary Artists and controlled by the infotainment Input Jack . system: Albums . 3.5 mm Jack . iPods Song Titles . Connect a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) cable to . PlaysForSure Devices (PFDs) Podcasts the auxiliary input jack to use a . Genres portable audio player. . USB Drives . Audio Books Playback of an audio device that is . Zunes® connected to the 3.5 mm jack can Not all iPods, PFDs, USB drives, . Composers only be controlled using the controls and Zunes are compatible with the on the device. infotainment system. Devices are also charged while plugged into the USB port. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (28,1)

7-28 Infotainment System

To search for tracks: On: Repeats the current track. To search for tracks: 1. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob. Off: Starts playback from the 1. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob. 2. Select Search. beginning of the current track after 2. Select Search. the last track finishes. 3. Select: Playlists, Artists, Albums, 3. Select: Playlists, Artists, Albums, Song Titles, Podcasts, Genres, Connecting and Controlling a Song Titles, Podcasts, Audio Books, or Composers. PlaysForSure Device (PFD) or Genres. 4. Select the track. or Zune 4. Select the track. Shuffle Connecting a PFD or Zune Shuffle Functionality Turn the TUNE/MENU knob and set Connect the PFD or Zune to the Turn the TUNE/MENU knob and set Shuffle Songs (Random) to On or USB port. Shuffle Songs (Random) to On Off, then press the / BACK button Searching for a Track or Off. to return to the main screen. Tracks can be searched for by: On: Plays current tracks in random order. On: Plays tracks in the current . Playlists folder in random order. Off: Plays current tracks in . Artists Off: Plays tracks in the current sequential order. . Albums folder in sequential order. Repeat Functionality . Song Titles Repeat Turn the TUNE/MENU knob and set . Turn the TUNE/MENU knob and set Podcasts Repeat to On or Off. Repeat to On or Off, then press the . Genres Repeat On: Repeats the current / BACK button to return to the main track. screen. Repeat Off: Starts playback from the beginning of the current track after the last track finishes. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (29,1)

Infotainment System 7-29

Connecting and Controlling a Tracks can be searched for by: Shuffle Functionality USB Drive . Playlists* Turn the TUNE/MENU knob and set Shuffle Songs (Random) to On The infotainment system can only . Artists play back .mp3 and .wma files from or Off. . Albums a USB drive. On: Plays current tracks in random Only the first 10,000 songs are . Song Titles order. recognized on the device. . Genres Off: Plays current tracks in When a device is not supported, the . Folder View sequential order. message No supported data found. “ *This only displays if a playlist is Repeat Functionality You can safely disconnect the found on the device. device” appears. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob and set To search for tracks: Repeat to On or Off. Connecting a USB Drive 1. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob. Repeat On: Repeats the current Connect the USB drive to the track. USB port. 2. Select Search. Repeat Off: Starts playback from Searching for a Track 3. Select: Playlists, Artists, Albums, the beginning of the current track Song Titles, Genres, after the last track finishes. It is normal for the search feature to or Folder View. take some time to display the information after reading the device 4. Select the track. due to the amount of information stored. Files that do not have any meta data stored in the ID3 tag display as Unknown. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (30,1)

7-30 Infotainment System

Phone duplicate or rarely used entries. If possible, program speed dial WARNING (Continued) or other shortcuts. Bluetooth (Overview) phone or the infotainment . Review the controls and (navigation) system. Taking For vehicles equipped with the operation of the infotainment your eyes off the road too long or MyLink or IntelliLink infotainment system. system, see the separate MyLink/ too often could cause a crash IntelliLink Features and Functions . Pair cell phone(s) to the vehicle. resulting in injury or death. Focus Guide for more information. The system may not work with your attention on driving. all cell phones. See “Pairing” in For vehicles equipped with this section for more information. Bluetooth capability, the system can Vehicles with a Bluetooth system interact with many cell phones, . If the cell phone has voice can use a Bluetooth-capable cell allowing: dialing capability, learn to use phone with a Hands-Free Profile to that feature to access the make and receive phone calls. The . Placement and receipt of calls in address book or contact list. See infotainment system and voice a hands-free mode. “Voice Pass-Thru” in this section recognition are used to control the . Sharing of the cell phone’s for more information. system. The system can be used while in ON/RUN or ACC/ address book or contact list with . See “Storing and Deleting Phone ACCESSORY. The range of the the vehicle. Numbers” in this section for Bluetooth system can be up to 9.1 m To minimize driver distraction, more information. (30 ft). Not all phones support all before driving, and with the vehicle functions and not all phones work parked: { WARNING with the Bluetooth system. See . Become familiar with the When using a cell phone, it can www.gm.com/bluetooth for more features of the cell phone. information about compatible be distracting to look too long or Organize the phone book and phones. contact lists clearly and delete too often at the screen of the (Continued) Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (31,1)

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Bluetooth Controls Voice Recognition Other Information Use the buttons located on the The voice recognition system uses The Bluetooth® word mark and infotainment system and the commands to control the system logos are owned by the Bluetooth® steering wheel to operate the and dial phone numbers. SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks Bluetooth system. Noise: The system may not by General Motors is under license. Other trademarks and trade names Steering Wheel Controls recognize voice commands if there is too much background noise. are those of their respective owners. b / g (Push to Talk): Press to See Radio Frequency Statement on answer incoming calls, confirm When to Speak: A tone sounds to indicate that the system is ready for page 13‑17 for information system information, and start voice regarding Part 15 of the Federal recognition. a voice command. Wait for the tone and then speak. Communications Commission (FCC) $ / i (Mute/End Call): Press to rules and Industry Canada end a call, reject a call, or cancel an How to Speak: Speak clearly in a Standards RSS-GEN/210/220/310. operation. calm and natural voice. Infotainment System Controls Audio System Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls) If equipped, the infotainment system When using the Bluetooth system, allows certain controls to be sound comes through the vehicle's For vehicles equipped with the selected on the infotainment display. front audio system speakers and MyLink or IntelliLink infotainment For information about how to overrides the audio system. Use system, see the separate MyLink/ navigate the menu system using the the O /VOL knob during a call to IntelliLink Features and Functions infotainment controls, see Operation change the volume level. The Guide for more information. on page 7‑9. adjusted volume level remains in For information about how to V 8 memory for later calls. The system navigate the menu system using the / (Phone/Mute): Press to maintains a minimum volume level. enter the Phone main menu. Press infotainment controls, see Operation to mute the audio system. on page 7‑9. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (32,1)

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Pairing . Pairing only needs to be 4. Select Pair Device (Phone). completed once, unless the A four-digit Personal A Bluetooth-enabled cell phone pairing information on the cell Identification Number (PIN) must be paired to the Bluetooth phone changes or the cell phone appears on the display. The PIN system and then connected to the is deleted from the system. is used in Step 6. vehicle before it can be used. See your cell phone manufacturer's user . Only one paired cell phone can 5. Start the pairing process on the guide for Bluetooth functions before be connected to the Bluetooth cell phone to be paired to the pairing the cell phone. If a Bluetooth system at a time. vehicle. See the cell phone phone is not connected, calls will be . If multiple paired cell phones are manufacturer's user guide for made using OnStar Hands-Free within range of the system, the information on this process. Calling, if available. See OnStar system connects to the first 6. Locate the device named “Your Overview on page 14‑1 for more available paired cell phone in the Vehicle” in the list on the cell information. order that they were first paired phone. Follow the instructions to the system. To link to a Pairing Information on the cell phone to enter the different paired phone, see PIN provided in Step 4. After the . A Bluetooth phone with MP3 “Linking to a Different Phone” PIN is successfully entered, the capability cannot be paired to later in this section. system prompts you to provide a the vehicle as a phone and an Pairing a Phone name for the paired cell phone. MP3 player at the same time. This name will be used to . Up to five cell phones can be 1. Press the CONFIG button. indicate which phones are paired to the Bluetooth system. 2. Select Phone Settings or paired and connected to the vehicle. The system responds . The pairing process is disabled Bluetooth Settings. with “ has been when the vehicle is moving. 3. Select Bluetooth. successfully paired” after the pairing process is complete. 7. Repeat Steps 1 through 6 to pair additional phones. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (33,1)

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Listing All Paired and Connected 2. Select Phone Settings or The Phone Book menu allows you Phones Bluetooth Settings. to access the phone book stored in 1. Press the CONFIG button. 3. Select Bluetooth. the cell phone to make a call. 2. Select Phone Settings or 4. Select Device List. The Call Lists menu allows you to Bluetooth Settings. access the phone numbers from the 5. Select the new phone to link to Incoming Calls, Outgoing Calls, and 3. Select Bluetooth. and follow the on screen Missed Calls menus on your cell 4. Select Device List. prompts. phone to make a call. If delete is selected, the Deleting a Paired Phone To make a call using the Phone highlighted phone will be Book menu: 1. Press the CONFIG button. deleted. 1. Press V / 8 once or twice, 2. Select Phone Settings or Making a Call Using depending on the radio. Bluetooth Settings. Phone Book 2. Select Phone Book. 3. Select Bluetooth. For cell phones that support the 3. Search through the list by 4. Select Device List. phone book feature, the Bluetooth selecting the letter group the system can use the contacts stored 5. Select the phone to delete and phone book entry begins with, on your cell phone to make calls. follow the on screen prompts. or press the TUNE/MENU button See your cell phone manufacturer's to scroll through the entire list of Linking to a Different Phone user guide or contact your wireless names/numbers in the provider to find out if this feature is To link to a different phone, the new phone book. supported by your phone. phone must be in the vehicle and 4. Select the name or number you available to be connected to the When a cell phone supports the want to call. Bluetooth system before the phone book feature, the Phone process is started. Book and Call Lists menus are automatically available. 1. Press the CONFIG button. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (34,1)

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To make a call using the Call Accepting or Declining a Call Declining a Call Lists menu: When an incoming call is received, Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to 1. Press V / 8 once or twice, the infotainment system mutes and “Decline” and press TUNE/MENU to depending on the radio. a ring tone is heard in the vehicle. decline the call. 2. Select Call Lists. Accepting a Call Switching Between Calls (Call Waiting Calls Only) 3. Select the Incoming Calls, Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to Outgoing Calls, or Missed “Answer” and press TUNE/MENU To switch between calls: Calls list. to accept the call. 1. Turn or press the TUNE/ 4. Select the name or number you Declining a Call MENU knob. want to call. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to 2. Select Switch Call from Making a Call “Decline” and press TUNE/MENU to the menu. decline the call. To make a call: Conference Calling Call Waiting 1. Press V / 8 once or twice, Conference calling and three-way calling must be supported on the depending on the radio. Call waiting must be supported on the Bluetooth phone and enabled by Bluetooth phone and enabled by the 2. Enter the character sequence. the wireless service carrier to work. wireless service carrier to work. See Entering a Character “ To start a conference while in a Sequence in Operation on Accepting a Call ” current call: page 7‑9 for more information. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to 1. Turn or press the TUNE/ 3. Select Call to start dialing the “Answer” and press TUNE/MENU to MENU knob. number. accept the call. 2. Select Enter Number or press the TUNE/MENU knob to select Enter Number. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (35,1)

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3. For Radio with CD only, enter To Cancel Mute Bluetooth (Voice the character sequence then Turn or press the TUNE/MENU Recognition) select Call. See “Entering a knob and select Mute Call. Character Sequence” in Using Voice Recognition Operation on page 7‑9 for more Dual Tone Multi-Frequency information. For Radio with CD (DTMF) Tones For vehicles equipped with the and Touchscreen, enter the MyLink or IntelliLink infotainment number. The in-vehicle Bluetooth system can system, see the separate MyLink/ send numbers during a call. This is IntelliLink Features and Functions 4. After the call has been placed, used when calling a menu-driven Guide for more information. turn or press TUNE/MENU and phone system. choose Merge Calls. To use voice recognition, press the For Radio with CD: b / g button located on the steering 5. To add more callers to the wheel. Use the commands below for conference call, repeat Steps 1 1. Turn or press the TUNE/MENU knob and select Enter Number. the various voice features. For through 4. The number of callers additional information say "Help" that can be added is limited by 2. Enter the character sequence. while you are in a voice your wireless service carrier. See “Entering a Character recognition menu. Sequence in Operation on Ending a Call ” page 7‑9 for more information. Pairing Turn or press the TUNE/MENU For Radio with CD and A Bluetooth-enabled cell phone knob and select Hang Up. Touchscreen: must be paired to the Bluetooth system and then connected to the Muting a Call 1. Touch Enter Number. vehicle before it can be used. See To Mute a Call 2. Use the keypad to enter the your cell phone manufacturer's user Turn or press the TUNE/MENU number. guide for Bluetooth functions before knob and select Mute Call. pairing the cell phone. If a Bluetooth phone is not connected, calls will be made using OnStar Hands-Free Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (36,1)

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Calling, if available. See OnStar order that they were first paired PIN provided in Step 3. After the Overview on page 14‑1 for more to the system. To link to a PIN is successfully entered, the information. different paired phone, see system prompts you to provide a “Linking to a Different Phone” name for the paired cell phone. Pairing Information later in this section. This name will be used to . A Bluetooth phone with MP3 indicate which phones are capability cannot be paired to Pairing a Phone paired and connected to the the vehicle as a phone and an 1. Press b / g. The system vehicle. The system responds MP3 player at the same time. responds “Ready,” followed by with “ has been successfully paired after the . Up to five cell phones can be a tone. ” pairing process is complete. paired to the Bluetooth system. 2. Say “Bluetooth.” This command 6. Repeat Steps 1 through 5 to pair . The pairing process is disabled can be skipped. additional phones. when the vehicle is moving. 3. Say “Pair.” The system responds . Pairing only needs to be with instructions and a four-digit Listing All Paired and Connected completed once, unless the Personal Identification Number Phones pairing information on the cell (PIN). The PIN is used in Step 5. The system can list all cell phones phone changes or the cell phone 4. Start the pairing process on the paired to it. If a paired cell phone is is deleted from the system. cell phone that you want to pair. also connected to the vehicle, the . Only one paired cell phone can For help with this process, see system responds with “is connected” be connected to the Bluetooth your cell phone manufacturer's after that phone name. user guide. system at a time. 1. Press b / g. The system . If multiple paired cell phones are 5. Locate the device named “Your responds “Ready,” followed by within range of the system, the Vehicle” in the list on the cell a tone. system connects to the first phone. Follow the instructions 2. Say “Bluetooth.” available paired cell phone in the on the cell phone to enter the 3. Say “List.” Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (37,1)

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Deleting a Paired Phone 2. Say “Bluetooth.” Delete: This command is used to delete individual name tags. If the phone name you want to 3. Say “Change phone.” delete is unknown, see Listing All Delete All Name Tags: This “ . If another cell phone is Paired and Connected Phones.” found, the response will be command deletes all stored name tags in the Hands-Free Calling “ is now 1. Press b / g. The system Directory and the Destinations connected.” responds “Ready,” followed by Directory. a tone. . If another cell phone is not Using the “Store” Command 2. Say “Bluetooth.” found, the original phone remains connected. 1. Press / . The system 3. Say “Delete.” The system asks b g for which phone to delete. Storing and Deleting Phone responds “Ready,” followed by a tone. 4. Say the name of the phone you Numbers want to delete. The system can store up to 2. Say “Store.” 30 phone numbers as name tags in Connecting to a Different Phone 3. Say the phone number or group the Hands-Free Directory that is of numbers you want to store all To connect to a different cell phone, shared between the Bluetooth and at once with no pauses, then the Bluetooth system looks for the OnStar systems. follow the directions given by the next available cell phone in the The following commands are used system to save a name tag for order in which all the available cell to delete and store phone numbers. this number. phones were paired. Depending on which cell phone you want to Store: This command will store a Using the “Digit Store” Command connect to, you may have to use phone number, or a group of If an unwanted number is this command several times. numbers as a name tag. recognized by the system, say Clear at any time to clear the last 1. Press b / g. The system Digit Store: This command allows “ ” a phone number to be stored as a number. responds “Ready,” followed by a tone. name tag by entering the digits one at a time. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (38,1)

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To hear all of the numbers Using the “Delete All Name Tags” Making a Call recognized by the system, say Command Calls can be made using the Verify at any time. “ ” This command deletes all stored following commands. name tags in the Hands-Free 1. Press b / g. The system Dial or Call: The dial or Calling Directory and the responds “Ready,” followed by call command can be used Destinations Directory. a tone. interchangeably to dial a phone 2. Say “Digit Store.” To delete all name tags: number or a stored name tag. 3. Say each digit, one at a time, 1. Press b / g.The system Digit Dial: This command allows a that you want to store. After responds “Ready,” followed by phone number to be dialed by each digit is entered, the system a tone. entering the digits one at a time. repeats back the digit it heard 2. Say “Delete all name tags.” Re-dial: This command is used to followed by a tone. After the last dial the last number used on the cell digit has been entered, say Listing Stored Numbers phone. Store, and then follow the “ ” The list command will list all the directions given by the system to Using the “Dial” or “Call” stored numbers and name tags. save a name tag for this number. Command Using the “List” Command Using the “Delete” Command 1. Press b / g. The system 1. Press / . The system responds “Ready,” followed by 1. Press / . The system b g b g responds Ready, followed by a tone. responds Ready, followed by “ ” “ ” a tone. a tone. 2. Say “Dial” or “Call.” 2. Say “Directory.” 3. Say the entire number without 2. Say “Delete.” 3. Say Hands-Free Calling. pausing or say the name tag. 3. Say the name tag you want to “ ” delete. 4. Say “List.” Once connected, the person called will be heard through the audio speakers. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (39,1)

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Using the “Digit Dial” Command Once connected, the person called Call Waiting will be heard through the audio The digit dial command allows a Call waiting must be supported on speakers. phone number to be dialed by the cell phone and enabled by the entering the digits one at a time. Using the “Re-dial” Command wireless service carrier. After each digit is entered, the system repeats back the digit it 1. Press b / g. The system . Press b / g to answer an heard followed by a tone. responds “Ready,” followed by incoming call when another call a tone. is active. The original call is If an unwanted number is placed on hold. recognized by the system, say 2. After the tone, say “Re-dial.” The “Clear” at any time to clear the last system dials the last number . Press b / g again to return to number. called from the connected cell the original call. phone. To hear all of the numbers . To ignore the incoming call, no recognized by the system, say Once connected, the person called action is required. “Verify” at any time. will be heard through the audio speakers. . Press $ / i to disconnect the 1. Press b / g. The system current call and switch to the call responds “Ready,” followed by Receiving a Call on hold. a tone. When an incoming call is received, Three-Way Calling 2. Say “Digit Dial.” the audio system mutes and a ring tone is heard in the vehicle. Three-way calling must be 3. Say each digit, one at a time, supported on the cell phone and that you want to dial. After each . Press b / g to answer the call. enabled by the wireless service digit is entered, the system carrier. repeats back the digit it heard . Press $ / i to ignore a call. followed by a tone. After the last 1. While on a call, press b / g. digit has been entered, 2. Say “Three-way call.” say “Dial.” Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (40,1)

7-40 Infotainment System

3. Use the dial or call command to The cell phone must be paired and Voice Pass-Thru dial the number of the third party connected with the Bluetooth Voice pass-thru allows access to the to be called. system before a call can be voice recognition commands on the transferred. The connection process 4. Once the call is connected, cell phone. See your cell phone can take up to two minutes after the manufacturer's user guide to see if press b / g to link all callers ignition is turned to ON/RUN. together. the cell phone supports this feature. To Transfer Audio from the Ending a Call To access contacts stored in the cell Bluetooth System to a Cell Phone phone: Press $ / i to end a call. During a call with the audio in the vehicle: 1. Press b / g. The system Muting a Call responds “Ready,” followed by 1. Press b / g. a tone. During a call, all sounds from inside the vehicle can be muted so that the 2. Say “Transfer Call.” 2. Say “Bluetooth.” This command person on the other end of the call can be skipped. To Transfer Audio to the Bluetooth cannot hear them. System from a Cell Phone 3. Say “Voice.” The system responds “OK, accessing To mute a call, press b / g , and During a call with the audio on the .” then say “Mute Call.” cell phone, press b / g. The audio transfers to the vehicle. If the audio The cell phone's normal prompt To cancel mute, press b / g , and messages will go through their cycle then say “Un-mute Call.” does not transfer to the vehicle, use the audio transfer feature on the according to the phone's operating Transferring a Call cell phone. See your cell phone instructions. Audio can be transferred between manufacturer's user guide for more the Bluetooth system and the cell information. phone. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (41,1)

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Dual Tone Multi-Frequency Clearing the System Trademarks and (DTMF) Tones Unless information is deleted out of License Agreements The Bluetooth system can send the in-vehicle Bluetooth system, it numbers and the numbers stored as will be retained indefinitely. This name tags during a call. You can includes all saved name tags in the use this feature when calling a phone book and phone pairing menu-driven phone system. information. For information on how Account numbers can also be to delete this information, see the stored for use. previous sections on “Deleting a Paired Phone” and “Deleting Sending a Number or Name Tag Name Tags.” Manufactured under license under During a Call U.S. Patent #'s: 5,451,942; 1. Press / . The system 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; b g 6,487,535 & other U.S. and responds Ready, followed by “ ” worldwide patents issued & a tone. pending. DTS and the Symbol are 2. Say “Dial.” registered trademarks and DTS 3. Say the number or name tag Digital Surround and the DTS logos to send. are trademarks of DTS Inc. All Rights Reserved. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (42,1)

7-42 Infotainment System

iPod is a trademark of Apple *Canada — Some deterioration of Computer, Inc., registered in the service may occur in extreme U.S. and other countries. northern latitudes. This is beyond iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, and the control of XM™ Satellite iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Radio. Explicit Language Inc., registered in the U.S. and other Notice — Channels with frequent explicit language are indicated with Manufactured under license from countries. an “XL” preceding the channel Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the name. Channel blocking is available double-D symbol are trademarks of for XM Satellite Radio receivers by Dolby Laboratories. notifying XM at: . USA Customers — Visit www.xmradio.com or call 1‐800‐929‐2100. Fees and Taxes — Subscription . Canadian Customers — Visit fee, taxes, one time activation www.xmradio.ca or call fee, and other fees may apply. 1-877-438-9677. Subscription fee is consumer only. Made for iPod and iPhone means It is prohibited to copy, decompile, “ ” All fees and programming subject to that an electronic accessory has disassemble, reverse engineer, change. Subscriptions subject to been designed to connect hack, manipulate, or otherwise Customer Agreement available at specifically to iPod and has been make available any technology or www.xmradio.com. XM service certified by the developer to meet ™ software incorporated in receivers only available in the 48 contiguous Apple performance standards. compatible with the XM Satellite United States and Canada*. ™ Radio System or that support the Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (43,1)

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XM website, the Online Service or See the Gracenote website for a any of its content. Furthermore, the non-exhaustive list of applicable AMBER voice compression software Gracenote patents. Gracenote and included in this product is protected CDDB, MusicID, Media VOCS, the by intellectual property rights Gracenote logo and logotype, and including patent rights, copyrights, the “Powered by Gracenote” logo and trade secrets of Digital Voice are either registered trademarks or Systems, Inc. Music and video recognition trademarks of Gracenote in the technology and related data are General Requirements: ® United States and/or other provided by Gracenote . Gracenote countries. 1. A License Agreement from XM™ is the industry standard in is required for any product that music recognition technology If you require more information incorporates XM Technology and related content delivery. regarding the use of the Gracenote and/or for use of any of the XM For more information, visit Service, visit: www.gracenote.com/ marks to be manufactured, www.gracenote.com. corporate. distributed or marketed in the CD, DVD, Blu-ray Disc, and music For the data provided by ® XM Service Area. and video-related data from Gracenote Music Recognition 2. For products to be distributed, Gracenote, Inc., copyright © 2000 to Service, the content is not marketed and/or sold in Canada, present Gracenote. One or more necessarily guaranteed 100%. a separate agreement is patents owned by Gracenote Regarding the use of Gracenote required with Canadian Satellite apply to this product and service. Music Recognition Service, when Radio Inc. (operating as XM this product is used, it is necessary Canada). to agree to the following articles. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (44,1)

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Gracenote® End User License YOU AGREE NOT TO USE OR Under no circumstances will This application or device contains EXPLOIT GRACENOTE DATA, THE Gracenote become liable for any software from Gracenote, Inc. of GRACENOTE SOFTWARE, OR payment to you for any information GRACENOTE SERVERS, EXCEPT that you provide. You agree that Emeryville, California (“Gracenote”). The software from Gracenote (the AS EXPRESSLY PERMITTED Gracenote, Inc. may enforce its HEREIN. You agree that your rights under this Agreement against “Gracenote Software”) enables this application to perform disc non-exclusive license to use the you directly in its own name. and/or file identification and Gracenote Data, the Gracenote The Gracenote service uses a obtain music-related information, Software, and Gracenote Servers unique identifier to track queries for including name, artist, track, and will terminate if you violate these statistical purposes. restrictions. If your license title information (“Gracenote Data”) The purpose of a randomly from online servers or embedded terminates, you agree to cease any and all use of the Gracenote assigned numeric identifier is to databases (collectively, “Gracenote Data, the Gracenote Software, and allow the Gracenote service to Servers”) and to perform other Gracenote Servers. count queries without knowing functions. You may use Gracenote anything about who you are. For Data only by means of the Gracenote reserves all rights in more information, see the web page intended End-User functions of this Gracenote Data, the Gracenote for the Gracenote Privacy Policy for application or device. You agree that Software, and the Gracenote the Gracenote service. you will use Gracenote Data, the Servers, including all ownership Gracenote Software, and Gracenote rights. The Gracenote Software and each Servers for your own personal item of Gracenote Data are licensed non-commercial use only. You agree to you “AS IS.” Gracenote makes no not to assign, copy, transfer or representations or warranties, transmit the Gracenote Software or express or implied, regarding the any Gracenote Data to any third accuracy of any Gracenote Data party. from in the Gracenote Servers. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (45,1)

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Gracenote reserves the right to Gracenote disclaims all warranties delete data from the Gracenote express or implied, including, but Servers or to change data not limited to, implied warranties of categories for any cause that merchantability, fitness for a Gracenote deems sufficient. particular purpose, title, and No warranty is made that the non-infringement. Gracenote does Gracenote Software or Gracenote not warrant the results that will be Servers are error-free or that obtained by your use of the functioning of Gracenote Software Gracenote Software or any or Gracenote Servers will be Gracenote Server. In no case will uninterrupted. Gracenote be liable for any consequential or incidental Gracenote is not obligated to damages or for any lost profits or provide you with new enhanced or lost revenues. additional data types or categories that Gracenote may provide in the future and is free to discontinue its services at any time. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (46,1)

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Climate Controls 8-1

Climate Controls Climate Control Systems The heating, cooling, defrosting, and ventilation for the vehicle can be Climate Control Systems controlled with this system. Climate Control Systems ...... 8-1 Dual Automatic Climate Control System ...... 8-3 Air Vents Air Vents ...... 8-6

A. Temperature Control E. Air Conditioning B. Air Delivery Modes F. Rear Window Defogger C. Fan Control G. Defrost D. Recirculation Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (2,1)

8-2 Climate Controls

9 (Fan Control): Turn the knob 0 (Defrost): Press to clear the Rear Window Defogger clockwise or counterclockwise to windshield of fog or frost more 1 (Rear Defogger): Press to turn increase or decrease the fan speed. quickly. Air is directed to the the rear window defogger on or off. Turn the knob completely to 0 to windshield. The rear window defogger turns off turn off the fan. For best results, clear all snow and after about 10 minutes. It can also Temperature Control: Turn the ice from the windshield before be turned off by turning the ignition knob clockwise or counterclockwise defrosting. to ACC/ACCESSORY or LOCK/ OFF. If turned on again it runs for to increase or decrease the Do not drive the vehicle until all the temperature setting. about five minutes before windows are clear. turning off. Air Delivery Mode Control: Press [, Y , or X to change the Air Conditioning Do not drive the vehicle until all the direction of the airflow. An indicator # (Air Conditioning): Press windows are clear. light comes on in the selected mode to turn the air conditioning on or off. Notice: Do not use a razor blade button. An indicator light comes on. If the or sharp object to clear the inside [ (Floor): Air is directed to the fan is turned off or the outside rear window. Do not adhere floor outlets. temperature falls below freezing, anything to the defogger grid Y the air conditioning compressor will lines in the rear glass. These (Vent): Air is directed to the not work. actions may damage the rear instrument panel outlets. h (Recirculation): Press to turn defogger. Repairs would not be X (Defog): Air is directed to the on the recirculation. An indicator covered by your warranty. windshield, floor outlets, and side light comes on. Air is recirculated window vents. inside the vehicle. It helps to quickly cool the air inside the vehicle or prevent outside air and odors from entering. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (3,1)

Climate Controls 8-3

Dual Automatic Climate Control System Automatic Operation The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with The system automatically controls this system. the fan speed, air delivery, air conditioning, and recirculation in order to heat or cool the vehicle to the desired temperature. When the AUTO indicator light is on, the system is in full automatic operation. If the air delivery mode or fan setting is manually adjusted, the auto indicator turns off and displays will show the selected settings. To place the system in automatic mode do the following: 1. Press AUTO. English Shown, Metric Similar 2. Set the temperature. Allow the system time to stabilize. Then A. Driver and Passenger Heated E. Recirculation adjust the temperature as Seats (If Equipped) F. Air Conditioning needed for best comfort. B. Driver and Passenger G. Fan Controls English units can be changed to Temperature Controls metric units through the Driver H. Rear Window Defogger C. Air Delivery Modes Information Center (DIC). See I. Defrost Vehicle Personalization on D. Heated Steering Wheel (If page 5‑30. Equipped) J. AUTO (Automatic Operation) Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (4,1)

8-4 Climate Controls

Manual Operation X (Defog): Air is directed to the quickly cool the inside of the vehicle 9 (Fan Control): Press the lower windshield, floor outlets, and side or prevent outside air and odors 9 button to decrease the fan window vents. from entering. speed. Pressing the lower button 0 (Defrost): Press to clear the Auto Defog: The climate control longer turns the fan and cooling off. windshield of fog or frost more system may have a sensor to Press the upper 9 button to quickly. Air is directed to the automatically detect high humidity increase the fan speed. The windshield. inside the vehicle. When high humidity is detected, the climate selected fan speed is indicated by a For best results, clear all snow and number on the display screen. control system may adjust to ice from the windshield before outside air supply and turn on the Press AUTO to return to automatic defrosting. operation. air conditioner. If the climate control # (Air Conditioning): Press to system does not detect possible Air Delivery Modes: Press [, turn the automatic air conditioning window fogging, it returns to normal Y , or X to change the direction of on or off. If the fan is turned off or operation. To turn Auto Defog off or the airflow. An indicator light comes the outside temperature falls below on, see "Climate and Air Quality" on in the selected mode button. freezing, the air conditioning under Vehicle Personalization on page 5 30. Changing the mode cancels the compressor will not run. ‑ automatic operation and the system Press AUTO to return to automatic Rear Window Defogger goes into manual mode. Press operation and the air conditioner AUTO to return to automatic runs as needed. When the indicator = (Rear Window Defogger): operation. light is on, the air conditioner runs Press to turn the rear window defogger on or off. [ (Floor): Air is directed to the automatically to cool the air inside floor outlets. the vehicle or to dry the air needed The rear window defogger turns to defog the windshield faster. off automatically after about Y (Vent): Air is directed to the 10 minutes. If turned on again it instrument panel outlets. h (Recirculation): Press to turn on recirculation. An indicator light runs for about five minutes before comes on. Air is recirculated to turning off. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (5,1)

Climate Controls 8-5

The rear window defogger can be Notice: Do not try to clear frost The system will default to a heating set to automatic operation; see or other material from the inside or cooling mode depending on the “Climate and Air Quality” under of the front windshield and rear outside temperature and then go Vehicle Personalization on window with a razor blade or back to the previous settings. See page 5‑30. When auto rear defog is anything else that is sharp. This Remote Vehicle Start on page 2‑8. selected, the rear window defogger may damage the rear window The rear window defogger turns on turns on automatically when the defogger grid and affect your if it is cold outside. interior temperature is cold and the radio's ability to pick up stations outside temperature is about 4°C clearly. The repairs would not be Sensors (40°F) and below. The auto rear covered by your warranty. The solar sensor, located on top defogger turns off automatically M or L (Heated Seats, If of the instrument panel near the after about 10 minutes. At higher Equipped): Press to turn the windshield, monitors the solar heat. speeds, the rear window defogger heated seats on or off. See Heated The climate control system may stay on continuously. Front Seats on page 3 7. ‑ uses the sensor information to For vehicles with heated outside ( (Heated Steering Wheel, If adjust the temperature, fan speed, rearview mirrors, they turn on when Equipped): Press to turn the recirculation, and air delivery mode the rear window defogger button is heated steering wheel on or off. for best comfort. on and help to clear fog or frost from See Heated Steering Wheel on the surface of the mirrors. See If the sensor is covered, the page 5‑3. Heated Mirrors on page 2‑17. automatic climate control system Remote Start Climate Control may not work properly. Operation: For vehicles with the remote vehicle start feature, the climate control system may run when the vehicle is started remotely. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (6,1)

8-6 Climate Controls

Air Vents Use the louvers located on the air vents to change the direction of the airflow. Use the thumbwheels near the air vents to control the amount of airflow or to shut off the airflow. Operation Tips . Keep all outlets open whenever possible for best system performance. . Keep the paths under all seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside the vehicle more effectively. . Use of non-GM approved hood deflectors can adversely affect the performance of the system. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (1,1)

Driving and Operating 9-1

Starting the Engine ...... 9-20 Cruise Control Driving and Engine Heater ...... 9-23 Cruise Control ...... 9-38 Operating Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...... 9-24 Fuel Shifting Into Park ...... 9-24 Fuel ...... 9-40 Driving Information Shifting out of Park ...... 9-25 Recommended Fuel ...... 9-41 Gasoline Specifications ...... 9-41 Distracted Driving ...... 9-2 Parking over Things That Burn ...... 9-26 California Fuel Defensive Driving ...... 9-3 Requirements ...... 9-41 Drunk Driving ...... 9-3 Engine Exhaust Fuels in Foreign Countries . . . 9-42 Control of a Vehicle ...... 9-3 Engine Exhaust ...... 9-26 Fuel Additives ...... 9-42 Braking ...... 9-3 Running the Vehicle While Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) . . . . . 9-43 Steering ...... 9-4 Parked ...... 9-27 Filling the Tank ...... 9-44 Off-Road Recovery ...... 9-5 Filling a Portable Fuel Loss of Control ...... 9-5 Automatic Transmission Container ...... 9-45 Driving on Wet Roads ...... 9-6 Automatic Transmission . . . . . 9-28 Highway Hypnosis ...... 9-7 Manual Mode ...... 9-30 Towing Hill and Mountain Roads ...... 9-7 General Towing Winter Driving ...... 9-8 Brakes Information ...... 9-46 If the Vehicle Is Stuck ...... 9-10 Antilock Brake Driving Characteristics and Vehicle Load Limits ...... 9-10 System (ABS) ...... 9-31 Towing Tips ...... 9-46 Parking Brake ...... 9-32 Starting and Operating Trailer Towing ...... 9-50 Brake Assist ...... 9-34 Towing Equipment ...... 9-51 New Vehicle Break-In ...... 9-15 Hill Start Assist (HSA) ...... 9-34 Ignition Positions Conversions and Add-Ons (Key Access) ...... 9-16 Ride Control Systems Add-On Electrical Ignition Positions Traction Control Equipment ...... 9-52 (Keyless Access) ...... 9-18 System (TCS) ...... 9-34 StabiliTrak® System ...... 9-36 Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (2,1)

9-2 Driving and Operating

. Designate a front seat Driving Information passenger to handle potential { WARNING distractions. Distracted Driving Taking your eyes off the road too . Become familiar with vehicle long or too often could cause a Distraction comes in many forms features before driving, such as crash resulting in injury or death. and can take your focus from the programming favorite radio task of driving. Exercise good stations and adjusting climate Focus your attention on driving. judgment and do not let other control and seat settings. activities divert your attention Program all trip information into Refer to the infotainment section away from the road. Many local any navigation device prior to for more information on using that governments have enacted laws driving. system, including pairing and using regarding driver distraction. . Wait until the vehicle is parked a cell phone. Become familiar with the local laws to retrieve items that have fallen If equipped, refer to the navigation in your area. to the floor. manual for information on that To avoid distracted driving, always . Stop or park the vehicle to tend system, including pairing and using keep your eyes on the road, hands to children. a cell phone. on the wheel, and mind on the drive. . Keep pets in an appropriate . Do not use a phone in carrier or restraint. demanding driving situations. Use a hands-free method to . Avoid stressful conversations place or receive necessary while driving, whether with a phone calls. passenger or on a cell phone. . Watch the road. Do not read, take notes, or look up information on phones or other electronic devices. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (3,1)

Driving and Operating 9-3

Defensive Driving Drunk Driving Control of a Vehicle Defensive driving means “always Death and injury associated with Braking, steering, and accelerating expect the unexpected.” The first drinking and driving is a global are important factors in helping to step in driving defensively is to wear tragedy. control a vehicle while driving. the safety belt. See Safety Belts on page 3‑10. { WARNING Braking . Assume that other road users Braking action involves perception Drinking and then driving is (pedestrians, bicyclists, and time and reaction time. Deciding to very dangerous. Your reflexes, other drivers) are going to be push the brake pedal is perception careless and make mistakes. perceptions, attentiveness, and time. Actually doing it is Anticipate what they might do judgment can be affected by reaction time. and be ready. even a small amount of alcohol. You can have a serious or even Average driver reaction time is . Allow enough following distance — fatal collision if you drive after about three‐qaurters of a second. between you and the driver in — drinking. In that time, a vehicle moving at front of you. 100 km/h (60 mph) travels 20 m . Focus on the task of driving. Do not drink and drive or ride with (66 ft), which could be a lot of a driver who has been drinking. distance in an emergency. Ride home in a cab; or if you are with a group, designate a driver who will not drink. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (4,1)

9-4 Driving and Operating

Helpful braking tips to keep in mind Steering See specific vehicle steering include: messages under Vehicle Messages Electric Power Steering on page 5 24. . Keep enough distance between ‑ you and the vehicle in front Your vehicle has electric power See your dealer if there is a of you. steering. It does not have power problem. steering fluid. Regular maintenance . Avoid needless heavy braking. is not required. Curve Tips . Keep pace with traffic. If power steering assist is lost due . Take curves at a reasonable If the engine ever stops while the to a system malfunction, the vehicle speed. vehicle is being driven, brake can be steered, but may require . Reduce speed before entering a normally but do not pump the increased effort. curve, while the front wheels are brakes. Doing so could make the If the steering wheel is turned in straight. pedal harder to push down. If the engine stops, there will be some either direction several times until . Adjust speed so you can drive power brake assist but it will be it stops, or it is held until it is through the curve. Maintain a stopped for an extended time, used when the brake is applied. reasonable, steady speed. power steering assist should return Once the power assist is used up, . Wait until out of the curve before it can take longer to stop and the shortly after a few normal steering movements. accelerating gently into the brake pedal will be harder to push. straightaway. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (5,1)

Driving and Operating 9-5

Steering in Emergencies Off-Road Recovery 2. Turn the steering wheel about one-eighth of a turn, until the There are times when steering can right front tire contacts the be more effective than braking. pavement edge. For example, you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in the lane, 3. Then turn the steering wheel to or a child darts out from between go straight down the roadway. parked cars and stops right in front of you. These problems can be Loss of Control avoided by braking — if you can stop in time. Skidding If you cannot fully stop, follow these There are three types of skids that suggestions: correspond to the vehicle's three control systems: . Quickly apply the brakes to remove as much speed as . Braking Skid — wheels are not possible from a collision. The vehicle's right wheels can rolling. drop off the edge of a road onto . Steer around the problem, to the the shoulder while driving. . Steering or Cornering Skid — left to right depending on Follow these tips: too much speed or steering in a available space. curve causes tires to slip and 1. Ease off the accelerator and lose cornering force. . Straighten the wheel once you then, if there is nothing in the have avoided the object. way, steer the vehicle so that it . Acceleration Skid — too much straddles the edge of the throttle causes the driving pavement. wheels to spin. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (6,1)

9-6 Driving and Operating

Defensive drivers avoid most Learn to recognize warning skids by taking reasonable care clues — such as enough water, { WARNING suited to existing conditions, and by ice, or packed snow on the not overdriving those conditions. road to make a mirrored Wet brakes can cause crashes. But skids are always possible. surface — and slow down when They might not work as well in a you have any doubt. quick stop and could cause If the vehicle starts to slide, follow pulling to one side. You could these suggestions: . Try to avoid sudden steering, lose control of the vehicle. . acceleration, or braking, Ease your foot off the After driving through a large accelerator pedal and quickly including reducing vehicle puddle of water or a car/vehicle steer the way you want the speed by shifting to a lower wash, lightly apply the brake vehicle to go. The vehicle may gear. Any sudden changes straighten out. Be ready for a could cause the tires to slide. pedal until the brakes work second skid if it occurs. Remember: Antilock brakes help normally. avoid only the braking skid. . Slow down and adjust your Flowing or rushing water creates driving according to weather strong forces. Driving through conditions. Stopping distance Driving on Wet Roads flowing water could cause the can be longer and vehicle Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle to be carried away. If this control can be affected when vehicle traction and affect your happens, you and other vehicle traction is reduced by water, ability to stop and accelerate. occupants could drown. Do not snow, ice, gravel, or other Always drive slower in these types ignore police warnings and be material on the road. of driving conditions and avoid very cautious about trying to drive driving through large puddles and through flowing water. deep‐standing or flowing water. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (7,1)

Driving and Operating 9-7

Hydroplaning . Have good tires with proper Hill and Mountain Roads tread depth. See Tires on Hydroplaning is dangerous. page 10‑36. Driving on steep hills or through Water can build up under the mountains is different than driving . Turn off cruise control. vehicle's tires so they actually ride on flat or rolling terrain. Tips for on the water. This can happen driving in these conditions include: if the road is wet enough and you Highway Hypnosis are going fast enough. When the . Keep the vehicle serviced and in Always be alert and pay attention good shape. vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little to your surroundings while driving. or no contact with the road. If you become tired or sleepy, . Check all fluid levels and brakes, There is no hard and fast rule about find a safe place to park the vehicle tires, cooling system, and hydroplaning. The best advice is to and rest. transmission. slow down when the road is wet. Other driving tips include: . Shift to a lower gear when going down steep or long hills. Other Rainy Weather Tips . Keep the vehicle well ventilated. Besides slowing down, other wet . Keep the interior { WARNING weather driving tips include: temperature cool. If you do not shift down, the . Allow extra following distance. . Keep your eyes moving — scan the road ahead and to the sides. brakes could get so hot that they . Pass with caution. would not work well. You would . . Keep windshield wiping Check the rearview mirror and then have poor braking or even equipment in good shape. vehicle instruments often. none going down a hill. You could . Keep the windshield washer fluid crash. Shift down to let the engine reservoir filled. assist the brakes on a steep downhill slope. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (8,1)

9-8 Driving and Operating

Winter Driving The Antilock Brake System (ABS) { WARNING on page 9‑31 improves vehicle Driving on Snow or Ice stability during hard stops on Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) Drive carefully when there is snow slippery roads, but apply the brakes or with the ignition off is sooner than when on dry pavement. dangerous. The brakes will have or ice between the tires and the to do all the work of slowing down road, creating less traction or grip. Allow greater following distance on and they could get so hot that Wet ice can occur at about 0°C any slippery road and watch for (32°F) when freezing rain begins to they would not work well. You slippery spots. Icy patches can fall, resulting in even less traction. occur on otherwise clear roads in would then have poor braking or Avoid driving on wet ice or in shaded areas. The surface of a even none going down a hill. freezing rain until roads can be curve or an overpass can remain icy You could crash. Always have the treated with salt or sand. when the surrounding roads are engine running and the vehicle in clear. Avoid sudden steering gear when going downhill. Drive with caution, whatever the condition. Accelerate gently so maneuvers and braking while on ice. . Stay in your own lane. Do not traction is not lost. Accelerating too swing wide or cut across the quickly causes the wheels to spin Turn off cruise control on slippery center of the road. Drive at and makes the surface under the surfaces. tires slick, so there is even less speeds that let you stay in Blizzard Conditions your own lane. traction. Being stuck in snow can be a . Be alert on top of hills; Try not to break the fragile traction. serious situation. Stay with the something could be in your If you accelerate too fast, the drive vehicle unless there is help nearby. lane (stalled car, accident). wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more. . Pay attention to special road signs (falling rocks area, winding roads, long grades, passing or no-passing zones) and take appropriate action. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (9,1)

Driving and Operating 9-9

If possible, use the Roadside Run the engine for short periods Assistance Program on page 13‑6. WARNING (Continued) only as needed to keep warm, but To get help and keep everyone in be careful. . the vehicle safe: Check again from time to time to be sure snow does To save fuel, run the engine for only . Turn on the hazard warning not collect there. short periods as needed to warm flashers. the vehicle and then shut the engine . Open a window about 5 cm off and close the window most of . Tie a red cloth to an outside (2 in) on the side of the mirror. the way to save heat. Repeat this vehicle that is away from the until help arrives but only when you wind to bring in fresh air. feel really uncomfortable from the { WARNING . Fully open the air outlets on cold. Moving about to keep warm or under the instrument also helps. Snow can trap engine exhaust panel. under the vehicle. This may If it takes some time for help to cause exhaust gases to get . Adjust the climate control arrive, now and then when you run inside. Engine exhaust contains system to a setting that the engine, push the accelerator carbon monoxide (CO) which circulates the air inside the pedal slightly so the engine runs cannot be seen or smelled. It can vehicle and set the fan speed faster than the idle speed. This cause unconsciousness and even to the highest setting. See keeps the battery charged to restart Climate Control Systems in death. “ ” the vehicle and to signal for help the Index. with the headlamps. Do this as little If the vehicle is stuck in the snow: as possible to save fuel. For more information about . Clear away snow from around carbon monoxide, see Engine the base of your vehicle, Exhaust on page 9‑26. especially any that is blocking the exhaust pipe. (Continued) Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (10,1)

9-10 Driving and Operating

If the Vehicle Is Stuck Rocking the Vehicle to Get Slowly spinning the wheels in the it Out forward and reverse directions Slowly and cautiously spin the causes a rocking motion that could wheels to free the vehicle when Turn the steering wheel left and free the vehicle. If that does not get stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. right to clear the area around the the vehicle out after a few tries, it front wheels. Turn off any traction If stuck too severely for the traction might need to be towed out. If the system. Shift back and forth system to free the vehicle, turn the vehicle does need to be towed out, between R (Reverse) and a forward traction system off and use the see Towing the Vehicle on gear, or with a manual transmission, rocking method. page 10‑71. between 1 (First) or 2 (Second) and R (Reverse), spinning the wheels { WARNING as little as possible. To prevent Vehicle Load Limits transmission wear, wait until the It is very important to know how If the vehicle's tires spin at high wheels stop spinning before shifting much weight the vehicle can speed, they can explode, and you gears. Release the accelerator carry. This weight is called the or others could be injured. The pedal while shifting, and press vehicle can overheat, causing an vehicle capacity weight and lightly on the accelerator pedal includes the weight of all engine compartment fire or other when the transmission is in gear. damage. Spin the wheels as little occupants, cargo, and all as possible and avoid going nonfactory‐installed options. above 55 km/h (35 mph).

For information about using tire chains on the vehicle, see Tire Chains on page 10‑58. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (11,1)

Driving and Operating 9-11

Two labels on the vehicle show Tire and Loading Information number of occupant seating how much weight it may Label positions (A), and the maximum properly carry, the Tire and vehicle capacity weight (B) in Loading Information label and kilograms and pounds. the Certification label. The Tire and Loading Information label also shows { WARNING the tire size of the original Do not load the vehicle any equipment tires (C) and the heavier than the Gross recommended cold tire inflation Vehicle Weight Rating pressures (D). For more (GVWR), or either the information on tires and inflation maximum front or rear Gross see Tires on page 10‑36 and Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). Tire Pressure on page 10‑44. This can cause systems to Label Example There is also important loading break and change the way the A vehicle-specific Tire and information on the Certification vehicle handles. This could Loading Information label is label. It tells you the Gross cause loss of control and a attached to the vehicle center Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) crash. Overloading can also pillar (B-pillar). With the driver and the Gross Axle Weight shorten the life of the vehicle. door open, you will find the label Rating (GAWR) for the front and attached below the door lock rear axle; see “Certification post. The Tire and Loading Label” later in this section. Information label shows the Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (12,1)

9-12 Driving and Operating

Steps for Determining Correct the amount of available cargo Load Limit and luggage load capacity is 1. Locate the statement 650 lbs (1400 − 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs). “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should 5. Determine the combined never exceed XXX kg or weight of luggage and cargo XXX lbs” on your vehicle's being loaded on the vehicle. placard. That weight may not safely 2. Determine the combined exceed the available cargo weight of the driver and and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4. passengers that will be riding Example 1 in your vehicle. 6. If your vehicle will be towing A. Vehicle Capacity Weight 3. Subtract the combined a trailer, the load from your trailer will be transferred to for Example 1 = 453 kg weight of the driver and (1,000 lbs). passengers from XXX kg or your vehicle. Consult this XXX lbs. manual to determine how this B. Subtract Occupant Weight reduces the available cargo @ 68 kg (150 lbs) × 2 = 4. The resulting figure equals and luggage load capacity of 136 kg (300 lbs). the available amount of cargo your vehicle. and luggage load capacity. C. Available Occupant and See Trailer Towing on page 9 50 For example, if the “XXX” ‑ Cargo Weight = 317 kg amount equals 1400 lbs and for important information on (700 lbs). there will be five 150 lb towing a trailer, towing safety passengers in your vehicle, rules, and trailering tips. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (13,1)

Driving and Operating 9-13

Refer to the vehicle's Tire and Loading Information label for specific information about the vehicle's capacity weight and seating positions. The combined weight of the driver, passengers, and cargo should never exceed the vehicle's capacity weight.

Example 2 Example 3 A. Vehicle Capacity Weight A. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = 453 kg for Example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs). (1,000 lbs). B. Subtract Occupant Weight B. Subtract Occupant Weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs) × 5 = @ 91 kg (200 lbs) × 5 = 340 kg (750 lbs). 453 kg (1,000 lbs). C. Available Cargo Weight = C. Available Cargo Weight = 113 kg (250 lbs). 0 kg (0 lbs). Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (14,1)

9-14 Driving and Operating

Certification Label Gross Axle Weight Rating If you put things inside the (GAWR) for either the front or vehicle — like suitcases, rear axle. tools, packages, or anything And, if you do have a heavy else — they will go as fast as load, you should spread it out. the vehicle goes. If you have to stop or turn quickly, or if there is See “Steps for Determining a crash, they will keep going. Correct Load Limit” earlier in this section. { WARNING { WARNING Things inside the vehicle can Do not load the vehicle any strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a Label Example heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating crash. A vehicle-specific Certification (GVWR), or either the . Put things in the cargo label, found on the vehicle maximum front or rear Gross area of the vehicle. In the center pillar (B-pillar), tells you Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). cargo area, put them as the gross weight capacity of This can cause systems to far forward as possible. the vehicle, called the Gross break and change the way the Try to spread the weight Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). vehicle handles. This could evenly. The GVWR includes the weight cause loss of control and a (Continued) of the vehicle, all occupants, crash. Overloading can also fuel, and cargo. Never exceed shorten the life of the vehicle. the GVWR for the vehicle, or the Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (15,1)

Driving and Operating 9-15

. Avoid making hard stops for WARNING (Continued) Starting and the first 322 km (200 mi) or Operating so. During this time the new . Never stack heavier brake linings are not yet things, like suitcases, New Vehicle Break-In broken in. Hard stops with inside the vehicle so that new linings can mean some of them are above Notice: The vehicle does not premature wear and earlier the tops of the seats. need an elaborate break-in. replacement. Follow this But it will perform better in the breaking-in guideline every . Do not leave an long run if you follow these time you get new brake unsecured child restraint guidelines: linings. in the vehicle. . Do not drive at any one Following break‐in, engine speed . Secure loose items in the constant speed, fast or slow, and load can be gradually vehicle. for the first 805 km (500 mi). increased. Do not make full-throttle . Do not leave a seat folded starts. Avoid downshifting to down unless needed. brake or slow the vehicle. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (16,1)

9-16 Driving and Operating

Ignition Positions The key must be fully extended to If the vehicle must be shut off in an (Key Access) start the vehicle. emergency: To shift out of P (Park), turn the 1. Brake using a firm and steady ignition to ON/RUN and apply the pressure. Do not pump the brake pedal. brakes repeatedly. This may A (STOPPING THE ENGINE/ deplete power assist, requiring LOCK/OFF): When the vehicle is increased brake pedal force. stopped, turn the ignition switch to 2. Shift the vehicle to Neutral. LOCK/OFF to turn the engine off. This can be done while the Retained Accessory Power (RAP) vehicle is moving. After shifting will remain active. See Retained to Neutral, continue to firmly Accessory Power (RAP) on apply the brakes and steer the page 9‑24. vehicle to a safe location. This is the only position from which 3. Come to a complete stop. the key can be removed. This locks Shift to P (Park) with an The ignition switch has four different the steering wheel, ignition, and automatic transmission, positions. automatic transmission. or Neutral with a manual Notice: Using a tool to force the Do not turn the engine off when the transmission. Turn the ignition key to turn in the ignition could vehicle is moving. This will cause a to LOCK/OFF. cause damage to the switch or loss of power assist in the brake 4. Set the parking brake. See break the key. Use the correct and steering systems and disable Parking Brake on page 9 32. key, make sure it is all the way in, ‑ the airbags. and turn it only with your hand. If the key cannot be turned by hand, see your dealer. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (17,1)

Driving and Operating 9-17

B (ACC/ACCESSORY): This The battery could be drained if the { WARNING position provides power to some of key is left in the ACC/ACCESSORY the electrical accessories. It unlocks or ON/RUN position with the engine Turning off the vehicle while the steering wheel and ignition. off. The vehicle might not start if the moving may cause loss of power To move the key from ACC/ battery is allowed to drain for an assist in the brake and steering ACCESSORY to LOCK/OFF, extended period of time. systems and disable the airbags. push in the key and then turn it to D (START): This position starts the While driving, only shut the LOCK/OFF. vehicle off in an emergency. engine. When the engine starts, C (ON/RUN): The ignition switch release the key. The ignition switch stays in this position when the will return to ON/RUN for normal If the vehicle cannot be pulled engine is running. This position driving. over, and must be shut off while can be used to operate the A warning tone sounds when the driving, turn the ignition to electrical accessories, including the driver door is opened if the ignition ACC/ACCESSORY. ventilation fan and 12-volt power is still in ACC/ACCESSORY and the The ignition switch can bind in the outlet, as well as to display some key is in the ignition. LOCK/OFF position with the wheels warning and indicator lights. If the ignition becomes difficult to turned off center. If this happens, This position can also be used for turn, see Keys on page 2 2 for more move the steering wheel from right service and diagnostics, and to ‑ information. to left while turning the key to verify the proper operation of the ACC/ACCESSORY. If this does malfunction indicator lamp as may not work, then the vehicle needs be required for emission inspection service. purposes. The transmission is also unlocked in this position on automatic transmission vehicles. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (18,1)

9-18 Driving and Operating

Key Lock Release The key lock release is always Ignition Positions functional except in the case of an uncharged or low voltage (less than (Keyless Access) 9-volt) battery. If the vehicle has an uncharged battery or a battery with low voltage, try charging or jump starting the battery. See Jump Starting on page 10‑68. If charging or jump starting the battery does not work, locate the hole below the ignition lock. Insert a flat bladed tool or another key from the key chain into the opening. When the lever can be felt, actuate Vehicles with an automatic the lever toward the driver, and transmission are equipped with an remove the key from the ignition. The vehicle has an electronic electronic key lock release system. keyless ignition with pushbutton The key lock release is designed to start. prevent ignition key removal unless the shift lever is in P (Park). Pressing the button cycles it through three modes: ACC/ACCESSORY, ON/RUN/START, and Stopping the Engine/OFF. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (19,1)

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The transmitter must be in the If the vehicle is not in P (Park), 3. Come to a complete stop, shift vehicle for the system to operate. the ignition will return to ACC/ to P (Park), and turn the ignition If the pushbutton start is not ACCESSORY and the Driver to Stopping the Engine/OFF. working, the vehicle may be near a Information Center (DIC) will display On vehicles with an automatic strong radio antenna signal causing a message. See Transmission transmission, the shift lever must interference to the keyless access Messages on page 5‑29 for more be in P (Park) to turn the ignition system. See Remote Keyless Entry information. When the vehicle is switch to the Stopping the (RKE) System Operation on shifted into P (Park), the ignition Engine/OFF position. page 2‑3 for more information. system will switch to OFF. 4. Set the parking brake. See To shift out of P (Park), the vehicle Do not turn the engine off when the Parking Brake on page 9‑32. must be in ACC/ACCESSORY or vehicle is moving. This will cause a ON/RUN and the brake pedal must loss of power assist in the brake { WARNING be applied. and steering systems and disable Stopping the Engine/OFF the airbags. Turning off the vehicle while (No Indicator Lights): When the If the vehicle must be shut off in an moving may cause loss of power vehicle is stopped, press the engine emergency: assist in the brake and steering START/STOP button once to turn systems and disable the airbags. 1. Brake using a firm and steady While driving, only shut the the engine off. pressure. Do not pump the vehicle off in an emergency. If the vehicle is in P (Park), the brakes repeatedly. This may ignition will turn off, and Retained deplete power assist, requiring Accessory Power (RAP) will remain increased brake pedal force. If the vehicle cannot be pulled active. See Retained Accessory 2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral). over, and must be shut off while Power (RAP) on page 9‑24 for more This can be done while the driving, switch the ignition to information. vehicle is moving. After shifting ACC/ACCESSORY. to N (Neutral), firmly apply the brakes and steer the vehicle to a safe location. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (20,1)

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ACC/ACCESSORY (Amber Service Only Mode Starting the Engine Indicator Light): This mode This power mode is available for allows you to use some electrical Place the transmission in the service and diagnostics, and to proper gear. accessories when the engine is off. verify the proper operation of the With the ignition off, pressing the malfunction indicator lamp as may Notice: The engine is designed to button one time without the brake be required for emission inspection work with the electronics in the pedal applied will place the ignition purposes. With the vehicle off, vehicle. If you add electrical parts system in ACC/ACCESSORY. and the brake pedal not applied, or accessories, you could change pressing and holding the button for the way the engine operates. The ignition will switch from Before adding electrical ACC/ACCESSORY to OFF after more than five seconds will place the vehicle in Service Only Mode. equipment, check with your five minutes to prevent battery dealer. If you do not, the engine rundown. The instruments and audio systems will operate as they do in ON/RUN, might not perform properly. Any ON/RUN/START (Green Indicator but the vehicle will not be able to be resulting damage would not be Light): This mode is for driving and driven. The engine will not start in covered by the vehicle warranty. starting. With the ignition off, and Service Only Mode. Push the button Notice: Do not try to shift to the brake pedal applied, pressing again to turn the vehicle off. P (Park) if the vehicle is moving. the button once will place the If you do, you could damage the ignition system in ON/RUN/START. transmission. Shift to P (Park) Once engine cranking begins, only when the vehicle is stopped. release the button. Engine cranking will continue until the engine Move the shift lever to P (Park) or starts. See Starting the Engine on N (Neutral). The engine will not start page 9‑20 for more information. in any other position. To restart the The ignition will then remain in vehicle when it is already moving, ON/RUN. use N (Neutral) only. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (21,1)

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Starting Procedure (Key Access) cranking stops after 15 seconds 2. If the engine does not start after 1. With your foot off the accelerator to prevent cranking motor five to 10 seconds, especially in pedal, turn the ignition key to damage. To prevent gear very cold weather (below −18°C START. When the engine starts, damage, this system also or 0°F), it could be flooded with let go of the key. The idle speed prevents cranking if the engine too much gasoline. Push the will go down as the engine is already running. Engine accelerator pedal all the way to warms. Do not race the engine cranking can be stopped by the floor and hold it there as you immediately after starting it. turning the ignition switch to hold the key in START for a Allow the oil to warm up and ACC/ACCESSORY or maximum of 15 seconds. Wait at lubricate all moving parts. LOCK/OFF. least 15 seconds between each Notice: Cranking the engine for try, to allow the cranking motor The vehicle has a to cool. When the engine starts, Computer-Controlled Cranking long periods of time, by returning the key to the START position let go of the key and accelerator. System. This feature assists in If the vehicle starts briefly but starting the engine and protects immediately after cranking has ended, can overheat and damage then stops again, repeat the components. If the ignition key is procedure. This clears the extra turned to the START position, the cranking motor, and drain the battery. Wait at least 15 seconds gasoline from the engine. Do not and then released when the race the engine immediately engine begins cranking, the between each try, to let the cranking motor cool down. after starting it. Operate the engine will continue cranking for engine and transmission gently a few seconds or until the until the oil warms up and vehicle starts. If the engine does lubricates all moving parts. not start and the key is held in START for many seconds, Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (22,1)

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Starting Procedure If the battery in the keyless Notice: Cranking the engine for (Keyless Access) access transmitter needs long periods of time, by returning 1. If the vehicle has the keyless replacing, the DIC will display a the key to the START position access system, the transmitter message. The vehicle can still immediately after cranking has must be in the vehicle. Put your be driven. See Key and Lock ended, can overheat and damage foot on the brake pedal and Messages on page 5‑27. the cranking motor, and drain the push the START/STOP button. The vehicle has a battery. Wait at least 15 seconds When the engine begins Computer-Controlled Cranking between each try, to let the cranking, let go of the button. System. This feature assists in cranking motor cool down. The idle speed will go down as starting the engine and protects 2. If the engine does not start after your engine gets warm. Do not components. If the START/ five to 10 seconds, especially in race the engine immediately STOP button is pressed, and very cold weather (below −18°C after starting it. Operate the then released when the engine or 0°F), it could be flooded with engine and transmission gently begins cranking, the engine will too much gasoline. Try pushing to allow the oil to warm up and continue cranking for a few the accelerator pedal all the way lubricate all moving parts. seconds or until the vehicle to the floor and holding it there starts. If the engine does not as you hold the key in START, If the transmitter is not in the start and the button is pressed or press the START/STOP vehicle or something is for many seconds, cranking will button, for up to a maximum interfering with the transmitter, be stopped after 15 seconds to of 15 seconds. Wait at least the Driver Information Center prevent cranking motor damage. 15 seconds between each try, to (DIC) will display a message. To prevent gear damage, this allow the cranking motor to cool See Key and Lock Messages on system also prevents cranking if down. When the engine starts, page 5‑27. the engine is already running. let go of the key or button, and Engine cranking can be stopped by pressing the START/STOP button a second time. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (23,1)

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the accelerator. If the vehicle To Use the Engine Heater starts briefly but then stops { WARNING 1. Turn off the engine. again, do the same thing. This clears the extra gasoline Plugging the cord into an from the engine. Do not race ungrounded outlet could cause an the engine immediately after electrical shock. Also, the wrong starting it. Operate the engine kind of extension cord could and transmission gently until the overheat and cause a fire. oil warms up and lubricates all You could be seriously injured. moving parts. Plug the cord into a properly grounded three-prong 110-volt AC Engine Heater outlet. If the cord will not reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong The engine heater, if available, can extension cord rated for at least help in cold weather conditions at or 15 amps. below −18°C (0°F) for easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Plug in the heater 2. Open the hood and unwrap the 4. Before starting the engine, be at least four hours before starting electrical cord. The electrical sure to unplug and store the the vehicle. An internal thermostat cord is located on the passenger cord as it was before to keep it in the plug end of the cord will side of the engine compartment, away from moving engine parts. prevent engine heater operation at near the air cleaner. If you do not it could be temperatures above −18°C (0°F). 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded damaged. 110-volt AC outlet. The length of time the heater should remain plugged in depends on several factors. Ask a dealer in the area where you will be parking the vehicle for the best advice on this. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (24,1)

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Retained Accessory Shifting Into Park Use this procedure to shift into Power (RAP) P (Park): { WARNING 1. Hold the brake pedal down and These vehicle accessories may be set the parking brake. used for up to 10 minutes after the It can be dangerous to get out of engine is turned off: See Parking Brake on page 9‑32 the vehicle if the shift lever is not for more information. . Audio System fully in P (Park) with the parking 2. Hold the button on the shift lever . Power Windows brake firmly set. The vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine and push the lever toward the . Sunroof running, the vehicle can move front of the vehicle into P (Park). The power windows and sunroof suddenly. You or others could be 3. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. will continue to work for up to injured. To be sure the vehicle will 4. Remove the key. 10 minutes or until any door is not move, even when you are on opened. The radio will work fairly level ground, use the steps when the key is in ON/RUN or that follow. If you are pulling a ACC/ACCESSORY. Once the key is trailer, see Driving Characteristics turned from ON/RUN to LOCK/OFF, and Towing Tips on page 9‑46. the radio will continue to work for 10 minutes, or until the driver door is opened or the key is removed from the ignition. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (25,1)

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Leaving the Vehicle with the Torque Lock Shifting out of Park Engine Running Torque lock is when the weight Automatic Transmission of the vehicle puts too much Shift Lock { WARNING force on the parking pawl in the transmission. This happens when The vehicle has an automatic It can be dangerous to leave the parking on a hill and shifting the transmission shift lock control vehicle with the engine running. transmission into P (Park) is not system. The shift lock control The vehicle could move suddenly done properly; then it is difficult to system is designed to: if the shift lever is not fully in shift out of P (Park). To prevent . Prevent ignition key removal P (Park) with the parking brake torque lock, set the parking brake unless the shift lever is in firmly set. And, if you leave the and then shift into P (Park). To find P (Park). vehicle with the engine running, out how, see “Shifting Into Park” it could overheat and even catch listed previously. . Prevent movement of the shift lever out of P (Park), unless the fire. You or others could be If torque lock does occur, the injured. Do not leave the vehicle ignition is in ON/RUN and the vehicle may need to be pushed brake pedal is applied. with the engine running. uphill by another vehicle to relieve the parking pawl pressure, so you The shift lock is always functional except in the case of an uncharged If you have to leave the vehicle with can shift out of P (Park). or low voltage (less than 9 volt) the engine running, the vehicle must ‐ battery. be in P (Park) and the parking brake set. Release the button and check that the shift lever cannot be moved out of P (Park). Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (26,1)

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If the vehicle has an uncharged 4. Press the shift lever button. Engine Exhaust battery or a battery with low voltage, 5. Move the shift lever into the try charging or jump starting the desired gear. battery. See Jump Starting on { WARNING page 10‑68. If you still cannot move the shift lever from P (Park), consult your Engine exhaust contains carbon If the shift lever cannot be moved dealer or a professional towing monoxide (CO) which cannot be out of P (Park): service. seen or smelled. Exposure to CO 1. Apply and maintain the regular can cause unconsciousness and brakes. Parking over Things even death. 2. Turn the ignition to the ON/RUN That Burn Exhaust may enter the vehicle if: position. See Ignition Positions . The vehicle idles in areas (Key Access) on page 9‑16 or { WARNING with poor ventilation (parking Ignition Positions (Keyless garages, tunnels, deep snow Access) on page 9‑18 for more Things that can burn could touch that may block underbody information. hot exhaust parts under the airflow or tail pipes). 3. Let up on the shift lever and vehicle and ignite. Do not park . The exhaust smells or over papers, leaves, dry grass, make sure the shift lever is sounds strange or different. pushed all the way into P (Park). or other things that can burn. . The exhaust system leaks due to corrosion or damage. (Continued) Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (27,1)

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Running the Vehicle WARNING (Continued) { WARNING While Parked . The vehicle exhaust system It is better not to park with the It can be dangerous to get out has been modified, damaged engine running. But if you ever have of the vehicle if the automatic or improperly repaired. to, here are some things to know. transmission shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake . There are holes or openings firmly set. The vehicle can roll. in the vehicle body from { WARNING damage or aftermarket Do not leave the vehicle when the modifications that are not Idling a vehicle in an enclosed engine is running unless you completely sealed. area with poor ventilation is have to. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can If unusual fumes are detected or dangerous. Engine exhaust may enter the vehicle. Engine exhaust move suddenly. You or others if it is suspected that exhaust is could be injured. To be sure the coming into the vehicle: contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled. vehicle will not move, even when . Drive it only with the windows It can cause unconsciousness you are on fairly level ground, completely down. and even death. Never run the always set the parking brake and . Have the vehicle repaired engine in an enclosed area that move the shift lever to P (Park). immediately. has no fresh air ventilation. For Never park the vehicle with the more information, see Engine Follow the proper steps to be engine running in an enclosed Exhaust on page 9‑26. sure the vehicle will not move. area such as a garage or a See Shifting Into Park on page 9‑24. building that has no fresh air If parking on a hill and pulling a ventilation. trailer, see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips on page 9‑46. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (28,1)

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Automatic WARNING (Continued) Transmission Do not leave the vehicle when the The automatic transmission has a engine is running unless you shift lever located on the console have to. If you have left the between the seats. engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure the vehicle will not move, even when you are on level ground, always set the parking brake and move the shift lever to P (Park). See P (Park): This position locks the Shifting Into Park on page 9‑24. drive wheels. It is the best position to use when starting the engine Make sure the shift lever is fully in because the vehicle cannot move P (Park) before starting the engine. easily. The vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control { WARNING system. The regular brake must be The selected gear is also shown in fully applied first and then the shift the instrument cluster. It is dangerous to get out of the lever button pressed before shifting vehicle if the shift lever is not fully from P (Park) when the ignition key in P (Park) with the parking brake is in ON/RUN. If you cannot shift out firmly set. The vehicle can roll. of P (Park), ease pressure on the (Continued) shift lever, then push the shift lever all the way into P (Park) as you Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (29,1)

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maintain brake application. Then D (Drive): This position is for press the shift lever button and { WARNING normal driving. It provides the best move the shift lever into another fuel economy. If more power is gear. See Shifting out of Park on Shifting into a drive gear while the needed for passing, and the page 9‑25. engine is running at high speed is vehicle is: dangerous. Unless your foot is R (Reverse): Use this gear to firmly on the brake pedal, the . Going less than 56 km/h back up. vehicle could move very rapidly. (35 mph), push the accelerator Notice: Shifting to R (Reverse) You could lose control and hit pedal about halfway down. while the vehicle is moving people or objects. Do not shift . Going about 56 km/h (35 mph) or forward could damage the into a drive gear while the engine more, push the accelerator all transmission. The repairs would is running at high speed. the way down. not be covered by the vehicle Notice: If the vehicle seems to warranty. Shift to R (Reverse) only accelerate slowly or not shift after the vehicle is stopped. Notice: Shifting out of P (Park) or N (Neutral) with the engine gears when you go faster, and To rock the vehicle back and forth to running at high speed may you continue to drive the vehicle get out of snow, ice, or sand without damage the transmission. that way, you could damage the damaging the transmission, see The repairs would not be covered transmission. Have the vehicle If the Vehicle Is Stuck on page 9‑10. by the vehicle warranty. Be sure serviced right away. N (Neutral): In this position, the the engine is not running at high engine does not connect with the speed when shifting the vehicle. wheels. To restart the engine when the vehicle is already moving, use N (Neutral) only. Also, use N (Neutral) when the vehicle is being towed. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (30,1)

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Manual Mode The transmission will not automatically shift to the next lower Driver Shift Control (DSC) gear if the engine rpm is too high, Notice: Driving with the engine at nor to the next higher gear when the a high rpm without upshifting maximum engine rpm is reached. while using Driver Shift Control If shifting is prevented for any (DSC), could damage the vehicle. reason, the currently selected gear Always upshift when necessary will flash multiple times, indicating while using DSC. that the transmission has not shifted Driver Shift Control (DSC) allows gears. you to shift an automatic transmission similar to a manual While in the DSC mode, the transmission will automatically transmission. To use the DSC 2. Press the shift lever forward (+) downshift when the vehicle comes feature: to upshift or rearward (−) to to a stop. This will allow for more downshift. An M and the current power during take-off. gear will be displayed in the DIC. When accelerating the vehicle from While using the DSC feature, the a stop in snowy and icy conditions, vehicle will have firmer, quicker you may want to shift into second shifting. You can use this for sport gear. A higher gear allows the driving or when climbing or vehicle to gain more traction on descending hills, to stay in gear slippery surfaces. longer, or to downshift for more power or engine braking. The transmission will only allow you to shift into gears appropriate 1. Move the shift lever from for the vehicle speed and engine D (Drive) to the left into the (+) revolutions per minute (rpm). or (−) manual position. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (31,1)

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Brakes If driving safely on a wet road and there will not be enough time to it becomes necessary to slam on apply the brakes if that vehicle the brakes and continue braking suddenly slows or stops. Always Antilock Brake to avoid a sudden obstacle, a leave enough room up ahead to System (ABS) computer senses that the wheels stop, even with ABS. are slowing down. If one of the This vehicle has the Antilock Brake wheels is about to stop rolling, the Using ABS System (ABS), an advanced computer will separately work the electronic braking system that helps Do not pump the brakes. Just hold brakes at each wheel. prevent a braking skid. the brake pedal down firmly and let ABS can change the brake pressure ABS work. You might hear the ABS When the engine is started and the to each wheel, as required, faster pump or motor operating and feel vehicle begins to drive away, ABS than any driver could. This can help the brake pedal pulsate, but this is checks itself. A momentary motor or the driver steer around the obstacle normal. clicking noise might be heard while while braking hard. this test is going on, and it might Braking in Emergencies even be noticed that the brake As the brakes are applied, the ABS allows the driver to steer and pedal moves a little. This is normal. computer keeps receiving updates brake at the same time. In many on wheel speed and controls emergencies, steering can help braking pressure accordingly. more than even the very best Remember: ABS does not change braking. the time needed to get a foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too If there is a problem with ABS, this close to the vehicle in front of you, warning light stays on. See Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light on page 5‑16. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (32,1)

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Parking Brake The system has a parking brake you need to have the vehicle status light and a parking brake serviced. Do not drive the vehicle if warning light. See Brake System the parking brake status light is Warning Light on page 5‑15. flashing. See your dealer. See There are also Driver Information Brake System Warning Light on Center (DIC) messages. See Brake page 5‑15 for more information. System Messages on page 5‑25 If the EPB is applied while the for more information. In case of vehicle is in motion, a chime will insufficient electrical power, the EPB sound, and a DIC message will be cannot be applied or released. displayed. See Brake System Before leaving the vehicle, check Messages on page 5‑25. The the parking brake status light to vehicle will decelerate as long as ensure the parking brake is applied. the switch is held in the up position. Releasing the EPB switch during The vehicle has an Electric Parking EPB Apply the deceleration will release the Brake (EPB). The switch for the The EPB can be applied any time parking brake. If the switch is held EPB is in the center console. The the vehicle is stopped. The EPB is in the up position until the vehicle EPB can always be activated, even applied by momentarily lifting up on comes to a stop, the EPB will if the ignition is off. To avoid the EPB switch. Once fully applied, remain applied. draining the battery, do not cycle the the parking brake status light will be If the parking brake status light EPB too often without the engine on. While the brake is being applied, flashes continuously, the EPB is running. The EPB can be left the status light will flash until full only partially applied or released, applied while the vehicle is parked. apply is reached. If the light does or there is a problem with the EPB. not come on, or remains flashing, A DIC message will be displayed. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (33,1)

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See Brake System Messages on EPB Release Notice: Driving with the parking page 5 25. If this light flashes brake on can overheat the brake ‑ To release the EPB, place the continuously, release the EPB, and system and cause premature ignition in the ON/RUN position, attempt to apply it again. If this light wear or damage to brake system apply and hold the brake pedal, and continues to flash, do not drive the parts. Make sure that the parking push down momentarily on the EPB vehicle. See your dealer. brake is fully released and the switch. If you attempt to release brake warning light is off before If the parking brake warning light is the EPB without the brake pedal driving. on, the EPB has detected an error applied, a chime will sound, and a in another system and is operating DIC message will be displayed. Automatic EPB Release with reduced functionality. To apply See Brake System Messages on The EPB will automatically release if the EPB when this light is on, lift up page 5‑25. The EPB is released on the EPB switch and hold it in the when the parking brake status light the vehicle is running, placed into up position. Full application of the is off. gear, and an attempt is made to parking brake by the EPB system drive away. Avoid rapid acceleration If the parking brake warning light may take a longer period of time when the EPB is applied, to is on, the EPB has detected an than normal when this light is on. preserve parking brake lining life. error in another system and is Continue to hold the switch until the operating with reduced functionality. If you are towing a trailer and parking brake status light remains To release the EPB when this light parking on a hill, see Driving on. If the parking brake warning light is on, push down on the EPB switch Characteristics and Towing Tips on is on, see your dealer. and hold it in the down position. page 9‑46 for more information. If the EPB fails to apply, the rear EPB release may take a longer wheels should be blocked to period of time than normal when this prevent vehicle movement. light is on. Continue to hold the switch until the parking brake status light is off. If the light is on, see your dealer. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (34,1)

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Brake Assist Hill Start Assist (HSA) Ride Control Systems This vehicle has a brake assist Some vehicles have a Hill Start feature designed to assist the driver Assist (HSA) feature, which may be Traction Control in stopping or decreasing vehicle useful when the vehicle is stopped System (TCS) speed in emergency driving on a grade. This feature is designed conditions. This feature uses the to prevent the vehicle from rolling, The vehicle has a Traction Control stability system hydraulic brake either forward or rearward, during System (TCS) that limits wheel spin. control module to supplement the vehicle drive off. After the driver On a front-wheel-drive vehicle, the power brake system under completely stops and holds the system operates if it senses that conditions where the driver has vehicle in a complete standstill on a one or both of the front wheels are quickly and forcefully applied the grade, HSA will be automatically spinning or beginning to lose brake pedal in an attempt to quickly activated. During the transition traction. When this happens, stop or slow down the vehicle. period between when the driver the system brakes the spinning The stability system hydraulic brake releases the brake pedal and starts wheel(s), and/or reduces engine control module increases brake to accelerate to drive off on a grade, power to limit wheel spin. pressure at each corner of the HSA holds the braking pressure to The system may be heard or felt vehicle until the ABS activates. ensure that there is no rolling. while it is working, but this is Minor brake pedal pulsation or The brakes will automatically normal. pedal movement during this time is release when the accelerator pedal TCS is on whenever the vehicle normal and the driver should is applied within the two‐second continue to apply the brake pedal window. It will not activate if the is started. To limit wheel spin, as the driving situation dictates. vehicle is in a drive gear and facing especially in slippery road The brake assist feature will downhill or if the vehicle is facing conditions, the system should automatically disengage when the uphill and in R (Reverse). always be left on. But, TCS can be brake pedal is released or brake turned off if needed. pedal pressure is quickly decreased. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (35,1)

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If d comes on and stays on, reset the system: 1. Stop the vehicle. 2. Turn the engine off and wait 15 seconds. TCS/StabiliTrak Light TCS/StabiliTrak Button 3. Start the engine. d d This button is located below the flashes to indicate that the If still comes on and stays on at a infotainment system screen. TCS traction control system is active. speed above 20 km/h (13 mph), can be turned off by pressing and see your dealer for service. If there is a problem detected with releasing g. TCS, the appropriate message A chime may also sound when the will be displayed on the Driver light comes on steady. Information Center (DIC). See Ride Control System Messages on Notice: Do not repeatedly brake or accelerate heavily when TCS page 5‑28. When a message is d is off. The vehicle's driveline displayed and comes on and could be damaged. stays on, the vehicle is safe to drive TCS Off Light but the system is not operational. Driving should be adjusted When TCS is turned off, i comes accordingly. on and the appropriate message will display on the DIC. The system will not limit wheel spin. Driving should be adjusted accordingly. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (36,1)

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® Press and release g again to turn StabiliTrak System the system back on. The vehicle has a vehicle stability It may be necessary to turn the enhancement system called system off if the vehicle gets stuck StabiliTrak. It is an advanced in sand, mud, or snow and rocking computer controlled system that the vehicle is required. See If the assists with directional control of the TCS/StabiliTrak Light Vehicle Is Stuck on page 9‑10 for vehicle in difficult driving conditions. more information. See also Winter When the stability control system StabiliTrak activates when the d Driving on page 9‑8 for information computer senses a difference activates, flashes on the on using TCS when driving in snowy between the intended path, and the instrument panel. This also occurs or icy conditions. direction the vehicle is actually when traction control is activated. If cruise control is being used when traveling. StabiliTrak selectively A noise may be heard or vibration TCS activates, cruise control will applies braking pressure at any one may be felt in the brake pedal. automatically disengage. Press the of the vehicle's brakes to help steer This is normal. Continue to steer the appropriate cruise control button to the vehicle in the intended direction. vehicle in the intended direction. reengage when road conditions StabiliTrak is on automatically If there is a problem detected allow. See Cruise Control on whenever the vehicle is started. with StabiliTrak, the appropriate page 9‑38. To assist with directional control of message will be displayed on Adding non-GM accessories can the vehicle, the system should the DIC. See Ride Control affect the vehicle's performance. always be left on. System Messages on page 5‑28. See Accessories and Modifications on page 10‑3 for more information. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (37,1)

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When this message is displayed off, the system will not assist with and/or d comes on and stays on, directional control of the vehicle or the vehicle is safe to drive but the limit wheel spin. Driving should be system is not operational. Driving adjusted accordingly. Press and should be adjusted accordingly. release g again to turn the system back on. If d comes on and stays on, reset TCS/StabiliTrak Button the system: If cruise control is being used when This button is located below the StabiliTrak activates, cruise control 1. Stop the vehicle. infotainment system screen. will automatically disengage. 2. Turn the engine off and wait Press the appropriate cruise control 15 seconds. button to reengage when road conditions allow. See Cruise Control 3. Start the engine. on page 9‑38 for more information. If d still comes on and stays on at a speed above 20 km/h (13 mi/h), StabiliTrak Off TCS Off Light see your dealer for service. Light

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Cruise Control { WARNING The cruise control lets the vehicle maintain a speed of about 40 km/h Cruise control can be dangerous (25 mph) or more without keeping where you cannot drive safely at your foot on the accelerator. Cruise a steady speed. So, do not use control does not work at speeds the cruise control on winding below 40 km/h (25 mph). roads or in heavy traffic. The vehicle has a Traction Control Cruise control can be dangerous System (TCS) or StabiliTrak system on slippery roads. On such roads, that begins to limit wheel spin while fast changes in tire traction can using cruise control and the cruise cause excessive wheel slip, and control will automatically disengage. you could lose control. Do not use See Traction Control System (TCS) cruise control on slippery roads. 1 (On/Off): Press to turn the on page 9‑34 or StabiliTrak® System cruise control system on and off. on page 9‑36. When road conditions An indicator light will turn on or off in allow you to safely use it again, the instrument cluster. the cruise control can be turned [ (Cancel): Press to disengage back on. cruise control without erasing the set speed from memory. RES/+ (Resume/Accel): Move the thumbwheel up to resume to a previously set speed or to accelerate. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (39,1)

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SET/− (Set/Coast): Move the Resuming a Set Speed . To increase the speed in small thumbwheel down to set a speed amounts, move the thumbwheel If the cruise control is set at a up toward RES/+ briefly and and activate cruise control or to desired speed and then the brakes make the vehicle decelerate. then release it. Each time this is are applied, the cruise control is done, the vehicle goes about Setting Cruise Control disengaged without erasing the set 1.6 km/h (1 mph) faster. speed from memory. Once the If the cruise button is on when not in vehicle speed is about 40 km/h Reducing Speed While Using use, it could get bumped and go into (25 mph) or greater, move the Cruise Control cruise when not desired. Keep the thumbwheel up toward RES/+ cruise control button off when cruise If the cruise control system is briefly and then release it. The already activated: is not being used. vehicle returns to the previously set To set a speed: speed and stays there. . Move the thumbwheel toward SET/− and hold until the desired 1. Press 1 to turn cruise Increasing Speed While Using lower speed is reached, then control on. Cruise Control release it. 2. Get up to the speed desired. If the cruise control system is . To slow down in very small already activated: 3. Move the thumbwheel down amounts, move the thumbwheel toward SET/− and release it. . Move the thumbwheel up toward toward SET/− briefly. Each time RES/+ and hold it until the this is done, the vehicle goes 4. Take your foot off the accelerator vehicle accelerates to the about 1.6 km/h (1 mph) slower. pedal. desired speed, then release it. When the brakes are applied, the cruise control shuts off. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (40,1)

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Passing Another Vehicle While Ending Cruise Control Fuel Using Cruise Control There are three ways to end cruise Use of the recommended fuel is Use the accelerator pedal to control: an important part of the proper increase vehicle speed. . Step lightly on the brake pedal; maintenance of this vehicle. To help When you take your foot off the when cruise control disengages, keep the engine clean and maintain pedal, the vehicle will slow down the indicator light will not be lit. optimum vehicle performance, we to the previously set cruise control recommend the use of gasoline speed. . [ Press . advertised as TOP TIER Detergent Using Cruise Control on Hills . Press 1 to turn the cruise Gasoline. How well the cruise control works control system off completely. Look for the TOP TIER label on the on hills depends upon the vehicle The cruise control cannot be fuel pump to ensure gasoline meets speed, load, and the steepness of resumed. enhanced detergency standards the hills. When going up steep hills, developed by auto companies. A list Erasing Speed Memory you might have to step on the of marketers providing TOP TIER accelerator pedal to maintain the The cruise control set speed is Detergent Gasoline can be found at vehicle speed. When going erased from memory by pressing 1 www.toptiergas.com. downhill, you might have to brake or or if the vehicle is turned off. shift to a lower gear to maintain the vehicle speed. When the brakes are applied the cruise control is disengaged. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (41,1)

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Recommended Fuel California Fuel Use regular unleaded gasoline with Requirements a posted octane rating of 87 or If the vehicle is certified to meet higher. If the octane rating is less California Emissions Standards, it is than 87, an audible knocking noise, designed to operate on fuels that commonly referred to as spark meet California specifications. knock, might be heard when driving. See the underhood emission control If this occurs, use a gasoline rated label. If this fuel is not available in at 87 octane or higher as soon as states adopting California Emissions possible. If heavy knocking is heard Standards, the vehicle will operate when using gasoline rated at The eighth digit of the Vehicle satisfactorily on fuels meeting 87 octane or higher, the engine federal specifications, but emission Identification Number (VIN) shows needs service. the code letter or number that control system performance might be affected. The malfunction identifies the vehicle's engine. Gasoline Specifications The VIN is at the top left of the indicator lamp could turn on and the instrument panel. See Vehicle At a minimum, gasoline should vehicle might fail a smog‐check test. Identification Number (VIN) on meet ASTM specification See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5 13. If this occurs, return to page 12‑1. D 4814 in the United States or ‑ CAN/CGSB 3.5 or 3.511 in Canada. your authorized dealer for diagnosis. Vehicles that have a FlexFuel badge ‐ Some gasolines contain an If it is determined that the condition and a yellow fuel cap can use either octane-enhancing additive called is caused by the type of fuel used, unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel methylcyclopentadienyl manganese repairs might not be covered by the containing up to 85% ethanol (E85). tricarbonyl (MMT). We recommend vehicle warranty. See Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) on against the use of gasolines page 9 43. For all other vehicles, ‑ containing MMT. See Fuel Additives use only the unleaded gasoline on page 9 42 for additional described under Recommended ‑ information. Fuel on page 9‑41. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (42,1)

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Fuels in Foreign regulations. To help keep fuel We recommend that you use these injectors and intake valves clean gasolines, if they comply with the Countries and avoid problems due to dirty specifications described earlier. Never use leaded gasoline or any injectors or valves, look for gasoline However, E85 (85% ethanol) and other fuel not recommended in the that is advertised as TOP TIER other fuels containing more than previous text on fuel. Costly repairs Detergent Gasoline. Look for the 15% ethanol must not be used in caused by use of improper fuel TOP TIER label on the fuel pump to vehicles that were not designed for would not be covered by the vehicle ensure gasoline meets enhanced those fuels. warranty. detergency standards developed Notice: This vehicle was not by the auto companies. A list of To check the fuel availability, ask an designed for fuel that contains marketers providing TOP TIER auto club, or contact a major oil methanol. Do not use fuel Detergent Gasoline can be found at company that does business in the containing methanol. It can www.toptiergas.com. country where you will be driving. corrode metal parts in the fuel For customers who do not use TOP system and also damage plastic Fuel Additives TIER Detergent Gasoline regularly, and rubber parts. That damage one bottle of GM Fuel System would not be covered under the To provide cleaner air, all gasolines Treatment PLUS, added to the fuel vehicle warranty. in the United States are now tank at every engine oil change, required to contain additives that Some gasolines that are not can help clean deposits from fuel reformulated for low emissions help prevent engine and fuel system injectors and intake valves. deposits from forming, allowing the can contain an octane-enhancing GM Fuel System Treatment PLUS additive called methylcyclopenta- emission control system to work is the only gasoline additive properly. In most cases, nothing dienyl manganese tricarbonyl recommended by General Motors. (MMT); ask the attendant where you should have to be added to the fuel. It is available at your dealer. However, some gasolines contain buy gasoline whether the fuel only the minimum amount of Gasolines containing oxygenates, contains MMT. We recommend additive required to meet U.S. such as ethers and ethanol, and against the use of such gasolines. Environmental Protection Agency reformulated gasolines might be available in your area. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (43,1)

Driving and Operating 9-43

Fuels containing MMT can reduce website (www.afdc.energy.gov/afdc/ E85 has less energy per liter spark plug life and affect emission locator/stations/) that can help you (gallon) than gasoline, so you will control system performance. The find E85 fuel. Those stations that need to refill the fuel tank more malfunction indicator lamp might do have E85 should have a label often when using E85 than when turn on. If this occurs, return to your indicating ethanol content. Do not you are using gasoline. See Filling dealer for service. use the fuel if the ethanol content is the Tank on page 9‑44. greater than 85%. Notice: Some additives are not Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) At a minimum, E85 should meet compatible with E85 fuel and can Vehicles that have a FlexFuel badge ASTM Specification D 5798 or harm the vehicle's fuel system. and a yellow fuel cap can use either CGSB Specification 3.512. Filling Do not add anything to E85. unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel the tank with fuel mixtures that Damage caused by additives containing up to 85% ethanol (E85). do not meet ASTM or CGSB would not be covered by the For all other vehicles, use only the specifications can affect driveability vehicle warranty. unleaded gasoline described under and could cause the malfunction Notice: This vehicle was not Recommended Fuel on page 9‑41. indicator lamp to come on. As the designed for fuel that contains outside temperature approaches We encourage the use of E85 in methanol. Do not use fuel freezing, ethanol fuel distributors containing methanol. It can vehicles that are designed to use it. should supply winter grade ethanol, The ethanol in E85 is a “renewable” corrode metal parts in the fuel the same as with unleaded system and also damage plastic fuel, meaning it is made from gasoline. renewable sources such as corn and rubber parts. That damage and other crops. The starting characteristics of E85 would not be covered under the fuel make it unsuitable for use when vehicle warranty. Many service stations will not have temperatures fall below −18°C an 85% ethanol fuel (E85) pump (0°F). In the range of −18°C (0°F) to available. The U.S. Department of 0°C (32°F), it may take more time Energy has an alternative fuels to start the engine. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (44,1)

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Filling the Tank { WARNING

{ WARNING Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly. Fuel vapor burns violently and a If you spill fuel and then fuel fire can cause bad injuries. something ignites it, you could be To help avoid injuries to you and badly burned. This spray can others, read and follow all the happen if the tank is nearly full, instructions on the fuel pump and is more likely in hot weather. island. Turn off the engine when Open the fuel cap slowly and refueling. Do not smoke near fuel wait for any hiss noise to stop. or when refueling the vehicle. Then unscrew the cap all the way. Do not use cellular phones. The tethered fuel cap is behind Keep sparks, flames, and the fuel door on the vehicle's smoking materials away from fuel. passenger side. Turn the fuel cap Do not top off or overfill the tank. Do not leave the fuel pump counterclockwise to remove. Wait a few seconds before removing unattended when refueling the Reinstall the cap by turning it the nozzle. Clean fuel from painted clockwise until it clicks. surfaces as soon as possible. vehicle. This is against the law in See Exterior Care on page 10 73. some places. Do not re-enter the ‑ vehicle while pumping fuel. Keep children away from the fuel pump; never let children pump fuel. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (45,1)

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Filling a Portable Fuel { WARNING WARNING (Continued) Container If a fire starts while you are . Bring the fill nozzle in contact refueling, do not remove the { WARNING with the inside of the fill nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by opening before operating the shutting off the pump or by Never fill a portable fuel container nozzle. Contact should be notifying the station attendant. while it is in the vehicle. Static maintained until the filling is Leave the area immediately. electricity discharge from the complete. container can ignite the fuel . Do not smoke while Notice: If a new fuel cap is vapor. You can be badly burned pumping fuel. needed, be sure to get the right and the vehicle damaged if this occurs. To help avoid injury to you . Do not use a cellular phone type of cap from your dealer. while pumping fuel. The wrong type of fuel cap might and others: not fit properly, might cause the . Dispense fuel only into malfunction indicator lamp to approved containers. light, and could damage the fuel . tank and emissions system. Do not fill a container while it See Malfunction Indicator Lamp is inside a vehicle, in a on page 5 13. vehicle's trunk, pickup bed, ‑ or on any surface other than the ground. (Continued) Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (46,1)

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Towing For information on towing a disabled vehicle, see Towing the Vehicle on WARNING (Continued) page 10‑71. For information on General Towing towing the vehicle behind another the vehicle warranty. Pull a trailer Information vehicle such as a motor home, see only if all the steps in this section Recreational Vehicle Towing on have been followed. Ask your Only use towing equipment that has page 10 71. been designed for the vehicle. ‑ dealer for advice and information Contact your dealer or trailering about towing a trailer with the dealer for assistance with preparing Driving Characteristics vehicle. the vehicle for towing a trailer. and Towing Tips See the following trailer towing The vehicle can tow a trailer if it is information in this section: { WARNING equipped with the proper trailer towing equipment. To identify the . For information on driving The driver can lose control when trailering capacity of the vehicle, while towing a trailer, see pulling a trailer if the correct see Trailer Towing on page 9‑50. “Driving Characteristics and equipment is not used or the Trailering changes handling, Towing Tips. ” vehicle is not driven properly. acceleration, braking, durability, and . For maximum vehicle and trailer For example, if the trailer is too fuel economy. With the added weights, see “Trailer Towing.” heavy, the brakes may not work weight, the engine, transmission, wheel assemblies, and tires are . For information on equipment well — or even at all. The driver forced to work harder and under to tow a trailer, see Towing and passengers could be “ greater loads. The trailer also adds Equipment.” seriously injured. The vehicle may also be damaged; the resulting wind resistance, increasing the pulling requirements. For safe repairs would not be covered by trailering, correctly use the proper (Continued) trailering equipment. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (47,1)

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The following information has . Vehicles with automatic Check all trailer hitch parts and important trailering tips and rules transmissions can tow in attachments, safety chains, for your safety and that of your D (Drive) but M (Manual Mode) electrical connectors, lamps, tires, passengers. Read this section is recommended. See Manual and mirror adjustments. If the trailer carefully before pulling a trailer. Mode on page 9‑30 for more has electric brakes, start the vehicle information. Use a lower gear if and trailer moving and then apply Pulling a Trailer the transmission shifts too often. the trailer brake controller by hand Here are some important points: . Use the cruise control when to be sure the brakes are working. . There are many laws, including towing. During the trip, check regularly to be speed limit restrictions that apply . Obey speed limit restrictions. sure that the load is secure, and the to trailering. Check for legal Do not drive faster than the lamps and trailer brakes are working requirements with state or maximum posted speed for properly. provincial police. trailers, or no more than Towing with a Stability Control 90 km/h (55 mph), to reduce . Do not tow a trailer at all during System the first 1 600 km (1,000 mi) wear on the vehicle. When towing, the sound of the the new vehicle is driven. Driving with a Trailer The engine or other parts stability control system might be could be damaged. Towing a trailer requires experience. heard. The system is reacting to the Get familiar with handling and vehicle movement caused by the . During the first 800 km (500 mi) braking with the added trailer trailer, which mainly occurs during that a trailer is towed, do not weight. The vehicle is now longer cornering. This is normal when drive over 80 km/h (50 mph) and not as responsive as the towing heavier trailers. and do not make starts at full vehicle is by itself. throttle. This reduces wear on the vehicle. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (48,1)

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Following Distance Making Turns When towing a trailer, the arrows on the instrument panel flash for turns Stay at least twice as far behind the Notice: Making very sharp turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are vehicle ahead as you would when while trailering could cause the burned out. For this reason you may driving the vehicle without a trailer. trailer to come in contact with the think other drivers are seeing the This can help to avoid situations vehicle. The vehicle could be signal when they are not. It is that require heavy braking and damaged. Avoid making very important to check occasionally to sudden turns. sharp turns while trailering. be sure the trailer bulbs are still Passing When turning with a trailer, make working. wider turns than normal. Do this More passing distance is needed so the trailer will not strike soft Driving On Grades when towing a trailer. Because the shoulders, curbs, road signs, trees, Reduce speed and shift to a rig is longer, it is necessary to go or other objects. Avoid jerky or lower gear before starting down a much farther beyond the passed sudden maneuvers. Signal well in long or steep downgrade. If the vehicle before returning to the lane. advance. transmission is not shifted down, the Backing Up Turn Signals When Towing a brakes might have to be used so much that they would get hot and Hold the bottom of the steering Trailer no longer work well. wheel with one hand. Then, to move The arrows on the instrument panel Vehicles with an automatic the trailer to the left, move that hand flash whenever signaling a turn or to the left. To move the trailer to the transmission can tow in lane change. Properly hooked up, D (Drive) but M (Manual Mode) right, move your hand to the right. the trailer lamps also flash, telling Always back up slowly and, is recommended. Shift the other drivers the vehicle is turning, transmission to a lower gear if the if possible, have someone changing lanes, or stopping. guide you. transmission shifts too often under heavy loads and/or hilly conditions. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (49,1)

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When towing at high altitude on Parking on Hills 3. When the wheel chocks are in steep uphill grades, consider the place, release the brake pedal following: Engine coolant will boil at { WARNING until the chocks absorb the load. a lower temperature than at normal 4. Reapply the brake pedal. Then altitudes. If the engine is turned off Parking the vehicle on a hill with apply the parking brake and shift immediately after towing at high the trailer attached can be into P (Park). altitude on steep uphill grades, the dangerous. If something goes 5. Release the brake pedal. vehicle may show signs similar to wrong, the rig could start to move. engine overheating. To avoid this, People can be injured, and both Leaving After Parking on a Hill let the engine run while parked, the vehicle and the trailer can be preferably on level ground, with the 1. Apply and hold the brake pedal damaged. When possible, always automatic transmission in P (Park) while you: park the rig on a flat surface. for a few minutes before turning the 1.1. Start the engine. engine off. If the overheat warning comes on, see Engine Overheating If parking the rig on a hill: 1.2. Shift into a gear. on page 10 16. ‑ 1. Press the brake pedal, but 1.3. Release the parking brake. do not shift into P (Park) yet. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. Turn the wheels into the curb if facing downhill or into traffic if 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is facing uphill. clear of the chocks. 2. Have someone place chocks 4. Stop and have someone pick up under the trailer wheels. and store the chocks. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (50,1)

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Maintenance When Trailer Trailer Towing Maximum trailer weight is calculated Towing assuming only the driver is in the Before pulling a trailer, there are tow vehicle and it has all the The vehicle needs service more three important considerations that required trailering equipment. often when pulling a trailer. See this have to do with weight: The weight of additional optional manual's Maintenance Schedule or . The weight of the trailer. equipment, passengers, and Index for more information. Things cargo in the tow vehicle must be . that are especially important in The weight of the trailer tongue. subtracted from the maximum trailer trailer operation are automatic . The total weight on your weight. transmission fluid, engine oil, axle vehicle's tires. lubricant, belts, cooling system, and Ask your dealer for trailering brake system. It is a good idea to Weight of the Trailer information or advice, or write us at inspect these before and during our Customer Assistance Offices. How heavy can a trailer safely be? the trip. See Customer Assistance Offices It should never weigh more than on page 13‑4 for more information. Check periodically to see that all 454 kg (1,000 lbs). But even that hitch nuts and bolts are tight. can be too heavy. Weight of the Trailer Tongue Engine Cooling When Trailer It depends on how the rig is used. The tongue load (A) of any trailer is Towing For example, speed, altitude, road an important weight to measure grades, outside temperature, and because it affects the total gross The cooling system may temporarily weight of the vehicle. The Gross overheat during severe operating how much the vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all important. It can Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the conditions. See Engine Overheating curb weight of the vehicle, any on page 10‑16. depend on any special equipment on the vehicle, and the amount of cargo carried in it, and the people tongue weight the vehicle can carry. who will be riding in the vehicle. See “Weight of the Trailer Tongue” later in this section for more information. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (51,1)

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If there are a lot of options, After loading the trailer, weigh the Towing Equipment equipment, passengers or cargo in trailer and then the tongue, the vehicle, it will reduce the tongue separately, to see if the weights are Hitches weight the vehicle can carry, which proper. If they are not, adjustments Use the correct hitch equipment. will also reduce the trailer weight the might be made by moving some See your dealer or a hitch dealer for vehicle can tow. If towing a trailer, items around in the trailer. assistance. the tongue load must be added to the GVW because the vehicle will Total Weight on Your Vehicle's . The rear bumper on the vehicle be carrying that weight, too. See Tires is not intended for hitches. Vehicle Load Limits on page 9‑10 Be sure the vehicle's tires are Do not attach rental hitches or for more information. inflated to the upper limit for cold other bumper-type hitches to it. tires. These numbers can be found Use only a frame-mounted hitch on the Tire and Loading Information that does not attach to the label. See Vehicle Load Limits on bumper. page 9‑10. Make sure not to go over . Will any holes be made in the the GVW limit for the vehicle, body of the vehicle when the including the weight of the trailer trailer hitch is installed? If there tongue. are, seal the holes when the hitch is removed. If the holes are not sealed, dirt, water, and deadly carbon monoxide (CO) from the exhaust can get into the vehicle. See Engine Exhaust on The trailer tongue (A) should weigh page 9‑26. 10-15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight (B). Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (52,1)

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Safety Chains Conversions and The vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to add anything Always attach chains between the Add-Ons electrical to the vehicle, see vehicle and the trailer. Cross the Servicing the Airbag-Equipped safety chains under the tongue of Vehicle on page 3 29 and Adding the trailer to help prevent the tongue Add-On Electrical ‑ Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped from contacting the road if it Equipment Vehicle on page 3 29. becomes separated from the hitch. ‑ Notice: Do not add anything Leave enough slack so the rig can electrical to the vehicle unless turn. Never allow safety chains to you check with your dealer first. drag on the ground. Some electrical equipment can Trailer Brakes damage the vehicle and the damage would not be covered Does the trailer have its own by the vehicle's warranty. brakes? Be sure to read and follow Some add-on electrical the instructions for the trailer brakes equipment can keep other so they are installed, adjusted, and components from working as maintained properly. they should. Because the vehicle has antilock Add-on equipment can drain the brakes, do not tap into the vehicle's vehicle's 12‐volt battery, even if the brake system. If this is done, both vehicle is not operating. brake systems will not work well, or at all. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (1,1)

Vehicle Care 10-1

Engine Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . 10-11 Bulb Replacement Vehicle Care Cooling System ...... 10-12 Bulb Replacement ...... 10-23 Engine Coolant ...... 10-13 Headlamps, Front Turn General Information Engine Overheating ...... 10-16 Signal and Parking Washer Fluid ...... 10-16 Lamps ...... 10-23 General Information ...... 10-2 Brakes ...... 10-17 Fog Lamps ...... 10-24 California Proposition Brake Fluid ...... 10-18 Taillamps, Turn Signal, 65 Warning ...... 10-3 Battery ...... 10-20 Stoplamps, and Back-Up California Perchlorate Starter Switch Check ...... 10-20 Lamps ...... 10-25 Materials Requirements . . . . 10-3 Automatic Transmission Shift License Plate Lamp ...... 10-26 Accessories and Lock Control Function Replacement Bulbs ...... 10-27 Modifications ...... 10-3 Check ...... 10-21 Vehicle Checks Ignition Transmission Lock Electrical System Doing Your Own Check ...... 10-21 Electrical System Service Work ...... 10-4 Park Brake and P (Park) Overload ...... 10-28 Hood ...... 10-4 Mechanism Check ...... 10-22 Fuses and Circuit Engine Compartment Wiper Blade Breakers ...... 10-28 Engine Compartment Overview ...... 10-6 Replacement ...... 10-22 Fuse Block ...... 10-29 Engine Oil ...... 10-7 Headlamp Aiming Instrument Panel Fuse Engine Oil Life System . . . . . 10-10 Headlamp Aiming ...... 10-23 Block ...... 10-32 Automatic Transmission Rear Compartment Fluid ...... 10-11 Fuse Block ...... 10-34 Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (2,1)

10-2 Vehicle Care

Wheels and Tires Wheel Alignment and General Information Tires ...... 10-36 Tire Balance ...... 10-56 Winter Tires ...... 10-37 Wheel Replacement ...... 10-57 For service and parts needs, Low-Profile Tires ...... 10-37 Tire Chains ...... 10-58 visit your dealer. You will receive Tire Sidewall Labeling ...... 10-38 If a Tire Goes Flat ...... 10-58 genuine GM parts and GM-trained Tire Designations ...... 10-40 Tire Changing ...... 10-60 and supported service people. Tire Terminology and Compact Spare Tire ...... 10-67 Genuine GM parts have one of Definitions ...... 10-40 these marks: Tire Pressure ...... 10-44 Jump Starting Tire Pressure Monitor Jump Starting ...... 10-68 System ...... 10-45 Towing Tire Pressure Monitor Towing the Vehicle ...... 10-71 Operation ...... 10-46 Recreational Vehicle Tire Inspection ...... 10-50 Towing ...... 10-71 Tire Rotation ...... 10-50 When It Is Time for New Appearance Care Tires ...... 10-52 Exterior Care ...... 10-73 Buying New Tires ...... 10-53 Interior Care ...... 10-76 Different Size Tires and Cleaning the Center Wheels ...... 10-54 Stack ...... 10-78 Uniform Tire Quality Floor Mats ...... 10-79 Grading ...... 10-55 Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (3,1)

Vehicle Care 10-3

California Proposition Accessories and Damage to vehicle components 65 Warning Modifications resulting from modifications or the installation or use of non‐GM Most motor vehicles, including this Adding non‐dealer accessories or certified parts, including control one, contain and/or emit chemicals making modifications to the vehicle module or software modifications, known to the State of California to can affect vehicle performance and is not covered under the terms of cause cancer and birth defects or safety, including such things as the vehicle warranty and may affect other reproductive harm. Engine airbags, braking, stability, ride and remaining warranty coverage for exhaust, many parts and systems, handling, emissions systems, affected parts. many fluids, and some component aerodynamics, durability, and GM Accessories are designed to wear by-products contain and/or electronic systems like antilock complement and function with other emit these chemicals. brakes, traction control, and stability systems on the vehicle. See your control. These accessories or dealer to accessorize the vehicle California Perchlorate modifications could even cause using genuine GM Accessories Materials Requirements malfunction or damage not covered installed by a dealer technician. by the vehicle warranty. Certain types of automotive Also, see Adding Equipment to the applications, such as airbag Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on initiators, safety belt pretensioners, page 3‑29. and lithium batteries contained in Remote Keyless Entry transmitters, may contain perchlorate materials. Special handling may be necessary. For additional information, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (4,1)

10-4 Vehicle Care

Vehicle Checks If doing some of your own service Hood work, use the proper service manual. It tells you much more To open the hood: Doing Your Own about how to service the vehicle Service Work than this manual can. To order the proper service manual, see Service { WARNING Publications Ordering Information on page 13‑13. It can be dangerous to work on This vehicle has an airbag system. your vehicle if you do not have Before attempting to do your own the proper knowledge, service service work, see Servicing the manual, tools, or parts. Always Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on follow owner manual procedures page 3‑29. and consult the service manual Keep a record with all parts receipts for your vehicle before doing any and list the mileage and the date service work. of any service work performed. 1. Pull up on the hood release See Maintenance Records on handle. It is located inside the page 11‑14. vehicle to the left of the steering column. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (5,1)

Vehicle Care 10-5

To close the hood: 1. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then, lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop. Remove the hood prop from the slot on the underside of the hood and return the prop to its retainer. The prop rod must click into place when returning it to the retainer to prevent hood damage. 3. Lift the hood and pull the prop 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and 2. Lower the hood 20 cm (8 in) rod by the sleeve from the with hand palm side down, slide above the vehicle and release it retainer, located above the the secondary hood release so it fully latches. Check to radiator. handle toward the driver side of make sure the hood is closed the vehicle. and repeat the process if necessary.

4. Securely place the hood prop into the slot on the underside of the hood. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (6,1)

10-6 Vehicle Care

Engine Compartment Overview Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (7,1)

Vehicle Care 10-7

A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on F. Battery on page 10‑20 Engine Oil page 10‑11. (Under Cover). To ensure proper engine B. Electric Engine Cooling Fan G. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and performance and long life, careful (Out of View). See Cooling Pressure Cap. See Engine attention must be paid to engine oil. System on page 10‑12. Coolant on page 10‑13. Following these simple, but C. Engine Oil Dipstick. See H. Remote Positive (+) Terminal. important steps will help protect “Checking Engine Oil” under See Jump Starting on your investment: Engine Oil on page 10‑7. page 10‑68. . Always use engine oil approved D. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When I. Engine Compartment Fuse to the proper specification and to Add Engine Oil” under Block on page 10‑29. of the proper viscosity grade. See Selecting the Right Engine Engine Oil on page 10‑7. J. Windshield Washer Fluid “ Oil” in this section. E. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See Reservoir. See “Adding Washer “Brake Fluid” under Brakes on Fluid” under Washer Fluid on . Check the engine oil level page 10‑17. page 10‑16. regularly and maintain the proper oil level. See “Checking Engine Oil” and “When to Add Engine Oil” in this section. . Change the engine oil at the appropriate time. See Engine Oil Life System on page 10‑10. . Always dispose of engine oil properly. See “What to Do with Used Oil” in this section. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (8,1)

10-8 Vehicle Care

Checking Engine Oil When to Add Engine Oil has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross-hatched It is a good idea to check the area that shows the proper engine oil level at each fuel fill. operating range, the engine could In order to get an accurate reading, be damaged. You should drain the vehicle must be on level ground. out the excess oil or limit driving The engine oil dipstick handle of the vehicle and seek a service is a yellow loop. See Engine professional to remove the Compartment Overview on excess amount of oil. page 10‑6 for the location of the If the oil is below the cross-hatched engine oil dipstick. area at the tip of the dipstick, add See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 6 for the location of the Obtaining an accurate oil level 1 L (1 qt) of the recommended oil ‑ engine oil fill cap. reading is essential: and then recheck the level. See “Selecting the Right Engine Oil” in Add enough oil to put the level 1. If the engine has been running this section for an explanation of somewhere in the proper operating recently, turn off the engine and what kind of oil to use. For engine range. Push the dipstick all the way allow several minutes for the oil oil crankcase capacity, see back in when through. to drain back into the oil pan. Capacities and Specifications on Checking the oil level too soon page 12‑2. Selecting the Right Engine Oil after engine shutoff will not provide an accurate oil level Notice: Do not add too much oil. Selecting the right engine oil reading. Oil levels above or below the depends on both the proper oil acceptable operating range specification and viscosity grade. 2. Pull out the dipstick and clean it shown on the dipstick are harmful See Recommended Fluids and with a paper towel or cloth, to the engine. If you find that you Lubricants on page 11‑12. then push it back in all the way. have an oil level above the Remove it again, keeping the tip operating range, i.e., the engine down, and check the level. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (9,1)

Vehicle Care 10-9

Specification Viscosity Grade Engine oil system flushes are not Use and ask for licensed engine SAE 5W-30 is the best viscosity recommended and could cause engine damage not covered by the oils with the dexos1™ approved grade for the vehicle. Do not use certification mark. Engine oils other viscosity grade oils such as vehicle warranty. meeting the requirements for the SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 20W-50. What to Do with Used Oil vehicle should have the dexos1 If in an area of extreme cold, where Used engine oil contains certain approved certification mark. the temperature falls below −20°F This certification mark indicates elements that can be unhealthy for (−29°C), an SAE 0W-30 oil should your skin and could even cause that the oil has been approved to be used. An oil of this viscosity the dexos1 specification. cancer. Do not let used oil stay on grade will provide easier cold your skin for very long. Clean your starting for the engine at extremely skin and nails with soap and water, low temperatures. When selecting or a good hand cleaner. Wash or an oil of the appropriate viscosity properly dispose of clothing or rags grade, always select an oil that containing used engine oil. See the meets the dexos1 specification or manufacturer's warnings about the equivalent. See “Specification” use and disposal of oil products. earlier in this section for more Notice: Failure to use the information. Used oil can be a threat to the recommended engine oil or environment. If you change your equivalent can result in engine Engine Oil Additives/Engine own oil, be sure to drain all the oil damage not covered by the Oil Flushes from the filter before disposal. Never dispose of oil by putting it in the vehicle warranty. Check with your Do not add anything to the oil. trash or pouring it on the ground, dealer or service provider on The recommended oils with the into sewers, or into streams or whether the oil is approved to the dexos specification and displaying bodies of water. Recycle it by taking dexos1 specification. the dexos certification mark are all it to a place that collects used oil. that is needed for good performance and engine protection. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (10,1)

10-10 Vehicle Care

Engine Oil Life System change is not necessary for up to a To reset the system: year. The engine oil and filter must When to Change Engine Oil 1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with be changed at least once a year the engine off. This vehicle has a computer system and, at this time, the system must 2. Press the DIC MENU button on that indicates when to change the be reset. Your dealer has trained service people who will perform this the turn signal lever to enter engine oil and filter. This is based the Vehicle Information Menu. on a combination of factors which work and reset the system. It is also Use the thumbwheel to scroll include engine revolutions, engine important to check the oil regularly over the course of an oil drain through the menu items until you temperature, and miles driven. reach REMAINING OIL LIFE. Based on driving conditions, the interval and keep it at the proper mileage at which an oil change is level. 3. Press the SET/CLR button to indicated can vary considerably. If the system is ever reset reset the oil life at 100%. For the oil life system to work accidentally, the oil must be 4. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. properly, the system must be reset changed at 5 000 km (3,000 mi) every time the oil is changed. since the last oil change. The system is reset when the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON When the system has calculated Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed. message is off and the REMAINING that oil life has been diminished, OIL LIFE 100% message is it indicates that an oil change is How to Reset the Engine Oil displayed. necessary. A CHANGE ENGINE Life System OIL SOON message comes on. If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON See Engine Oil Messages on Reset the system whenever the message comes back on when the page 5‑27. Change the oil as soon engine oil is changed so that vehicle is started, the engine oil life as possible within the next 1 000 km the system can calculate the system has not been reset. Repeat (600 mi). It is possible that, if driving next engine oil change. the procedure. under the best conditions, the oil life system might indicate that an oil Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (11,1)

Vehicle Care 10-11

Automatic Transmission Change the fluid and filter at the How to Inspect the Engine Fluid intervals listed in Maintenance Air Cleaner/Filter Schedule on page 11‑3, and To inspect the air cleaner/filter, How to Check Automatic be sure to use the fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and remove the filter from the vehicle Transmission Fluid and lightly shake the filter to release Lubricants on page 11‑12. It is not necessary to check the loose dust and dirt. If the filter transmission fluid level. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter remains covered with dirt, a new A transmission fluid leak is the filter is required. only reason for fluid loss. If a leak See Engine Compartment Overview To inspect or replace the engine air occurs, take the vehicle to your on page 10‑6 for the location of the cleaner/filter: dealer and have it repaired as soon engine air cleaner/filter. as possible. When to Inspect the Engine The vehicle is not equipped Air Cleaner/Filter with a transmission fluid level dipstick. There is a special Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the procedure for checking and scheduled maintenance intervals changing the transmission fluid. and replace it at the first oil change Because this procedure is difficult, after each 80 000 km (50,000 mi) this should be done at the dealer. interval. See Maintenance Schedule Contact the dealer for additional on page 11‑3 for more information. information. If you are driving in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect the filter at each engine oil change. 1. Remove the six screws that secure the cover on. 2. Lift off the cover. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (12,1)

10-12 Vehicle Care

3. Inspect or replace the engine air Cooling System cleaner/filter. { WARNING The cooling system allows the 4. Align the filter correctly. engine to maintain the correct An electric engine cooling fan 5. Install the cover by lowering it working temperature. under the hood can start up even over the filter and secure with when the engine is not running the screws. and can cause injury. Keep hands, clothing, and tools away { WARNING from any underhood electric fan.

Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air { WARNING cleaner not only cleans the air; Heater and radiator hoses, and it helps to stop flames if the other engine parts, can be very engine backfires. Use caution hot. Do not touch them. If you do, when working on the engine you can be burned. and do not drive with the air cleaner/filter off. A. Engine Cooling Fan Do not run the engine if there is (Out of View) a leak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant. That could Notice: If the air cleaner/filter is B. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap cause an engine fire, and you off, dirt can easily get into the could be burned. Get any leak engine, which could damage it. fixed before you drive the vehicle. Always have the air cleaner/filter in place when you are driving. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (13,1)

Vehicle Care 10-13

Notice: Using coolant other than What to Use Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, DEX-COOL® can cause premature drinkable water and DEX-COOL engine, heater core, or radiator { WARNING coolant. If using this mixture, corrosion. In addition, the engine nothing else needs to be added. coolant could require changing Adding only plain water or some This mixture: sooner, at 50 000 km (30,000 mi) other liquid to the cooling system . Gives freezing protection down or 24 months, whichever occurs can be dangerous. Plain water to −37°C (−34°F), outside first. Any repairs would not be and other liquids, can boil before temperature. covered by the vehicle warranty. the proper coolant mixture will. . Gives boiling protection up to Always use DEX-COOL The coolant warning system is set (silicate-free) coolant in the 129°C (265°F), engine for the proper coolant mixture. vehicle. temperature. With plain water or the wrong mixture, the engine could get . Protects against rust and Engine Coolant too hot but you would not get the corrosion. The cooling system in the vehicle is overheat warning. The engine . Will not damage aluminum parts. filled with DEX-COOL engine could catch fire and you or . Helps keep the proper engine coolant. This coolant is designed to others could be burned. Use a temperature. remain in the vehicle for 5 years or 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable 240 000 km (150,000 mi), whichever water and DEX-COOL coolant. Notice: If an improper coolant occurs first. mixture is used, the engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The following explains the cooling The repair cost would not be system and how to check and add covered by the vehicle warranty. coolant when it is low. If there is a Too much water in the mixture problem with engine overheating, can freeze and crack the engine, see Engine Overheating on radiator, heater core, and other page 10 16. ‑ parts. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (14,1)

10-14 Vehicle Care

Never dispose of engine coolant by See Engine Overheating on coolant surge tank, but be sure the putting it in the trash, pouring it on page 10‑16 for more information. cooling system, including the the ground, or into sewers, streams, The coolant surge tank is located in coolant surge tank pressure cap, or bodies of water. Have the coolant the engine compartment on the is cool before you do it. changed by an authorized service driver side of the vehicle. See center, familiar with legal Engine Compartment Overview on { WARNING requirements regarding used page 10‑6 for more information on coolant disposal. This will help location. Steam and scalding liquids from a protect the environment and your hot cooling system can blow out health. How to Add Coolant to the and burn you badly. They are Checking Coolant Coolant Surge Tank under pressure, and if you turn Notice: This vehicle has a the coolant surge tank pressure The vehicle must be on a level specific coolant fill procedure. cap — even a little — they can surface when checking the coolant Failure to follow this procedure come out at high speed. Never level. could cause the engine to turn the cap when the cooling Check to see if coolant is visible in overheat and be severely system, including the coolant the coolant surge tank. If the coolant damaged. surge tank pressure cap, is hot. inside the coolant surge tank is Wait for the cooling system and If no problem is found, check to boiling, do not do anything else until see if coolant is visible in the coolant surge tank pressure cap it cools down. If coolant is visible coolant surge tank. If coolant is to cool if you ever have to turn but the coolant level is not at the visible but the coolant level is not the pressure cap. indicated mark, add a 50/50 mixture at the indicated level mark, add a of clean, drinkable water and 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable DEX-COOL coolant at the coolant water and DEX-COOL coolant at the surge tank, but be sure the cooling system is cool before this is done. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (15,1)

Vehicle Care 10-15

Notice: In cold weather, water { WARNING can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other Adding only plain water or some parts. Use the recommended other liquid to the cooling system coolant and the proper coolant can be dangerous. Plain water mixture. and other liquids, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. { WARNING 1. Remove the coolant surge tank The coolant warning system is set pressure cap when the cooling for the proper coolant mixture. You can be burned if you spill system, including the coolant With plain water or the wrong coolant on hot engine parts. surge tank pressure cap and mixture, the engine could get too Coolant contains ethylene glycol upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. hot but you would not get the and it will burn if the engine parts overheat warning. The engine are hot enough. Do not spill Turn the pressure cap slowly could catch fire and you or coolant on a hot engine. counterclockwise about others could be burned. Use a one-quarter of a turn. If you 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable hear a hiss, wait for that to stop. water and DEX-COOL coolant. This will allow any pressure still left to be vented out the discharge hose. 2. Keep turning the pressure cap slowly and remove it. 3. Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper DEX-COOL coolant mixture to the indicated level mark. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (16,1)

10-16 Vehicle Care

4. With the coolant surge tank Engine Overheating Washer Fluid pressure cap off, start the engine and let it run until the This emergency operating mode What to Use upper radiator hose can be felt allows the vehicle to be driven to a safe place in an emergency When windshield washer fluid is getting hot. Watch out for the needed, be sure to read the engine cooling fan. situation. If an overheated engine condition exists, an overheat manufacturer's instructions before By this time, the coolant level protection mode which alternates use. If operating the vehicle in an inside the coolant surge tank firing groups of cylinders helps area where the temperature may may be lower. If the level is prevent engine damage. In this fall below freezing, use a fluid that lower, add more of the proper mode, a significant loss in power has sufficient protection against DEX-COOL coolant mixture to and engine performance will be freezing. the coolant surge tank until the noticed. The temperature gauge will Adding Washer Fluid level reaches the indicated indicate an overheat condition level mark. exists. Driving extended km (mi) 5. Replace the pressure cap. and/or towing a trailer in the Be sure the pressure cap is overheat protection mode should hand-tight. be avoided. Check the level in the coolant surge Notice: After driving in the tank when the cooling system has overheated engine protection cooled down. If the coolant is not at operating mode, to avoid engine Open the cap with the washer the proper level, repeat Steps 1 damage, allow the engine to cool symbol on it. Add washer fluid through 3 and reinstall the pressure before attempting any repair. until the tank is full. See Engine cap. If the coolant still is not at the The engine oil will be severely Compartment Overview on proper level when the system cools degraded. Repair the cause of page 10‑6 for reservoir location. down again, see your dealer. coolant loss, change the oil and reset the oil life system. See Engine Oil on page 10‑7. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (17,1)

Vehicle Care 10-17

Notice Brakes Some driving conditions or climates can cause a brake squeal when the . When using concentrated This vehicle has disc brakes. brakes are first applied or lightly washer fluid, follow the Disc brake pads have built-in wear manufacturer's instructions applied. This does not mean indicators that make a high-pitched something is wrong with the brakes. for adding water. warning sound when the brake pads Properly torqued wheel nuts are . Do not mix water with are worn and new pads are needed. ready-to-use washer fluid. The sound can come and go or be necessary to help prevent brake Water can cause the solution heard all the time the vehicle is pulsation. When tires are rotated, to freeze and damage the moving, except when applying the inspect brake pads for wear and washer fluid tank and other brake pedal firmly. evenly tighten wheel nuts in the parts of the washer system. proper sequence to torque specifications in Capacities and Also, water does not clean as { WARNING well as washer fluid. Specifications on page 12‑2. The brake wear warning sound Brake linings should always be . Fill the washer fluid tank only three-quarters full when means that soon the brakes will replaced as complete axle sets. not work well. That could lead to it is very cold. This allows Brake Pedal Travel for fluid expansion if a crash. When the brake wear freezing occurs, which could warning sound is heard, have the See your dealer if the brake pedal damage the tank if it is vehicle serviced. does not return to normal height, completely full. or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel. This could be a sign . Do not use engine coolant Notice: Continuing to drive with that brake service might be (antifreeze) in the windshield worn-out brake pads could result required. washer. It can damage the in costly brake repair. windshield washer system and paint. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (18,1)

10-18 Vehicle Care

Brake Adjustment Brake Fluid . A fluid leak in the brake/clutch hydraulic system can also cause Every time the brakes are applied, a low fluid level. Have the brake/ with or without the vehicle moving, clutch hydraulic system fixed, the brakes adjust for wear. since a leak means that sooner Replacing Brake System Parts or later the brakes will not work well. The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to be Do not top off the brake/clutch fluid. Adding fluid does not correct a leak. of top quality and work well together The brake master cylinder and, If fluid is added when the linings if the vehicle is to have really good on manual transmission vehicles, are worn, there will be too much braking. The vehicle was designed the clutch hydraulic system use fluid when new brake linings are and tested with top-quality brake the same reservoir. See Engine installed. Add or remove fluid, as parts. When parts of the braking Compartment Overview on necessary, only when work is done system are replaced, be sure to get page 10 6 for the location of the ‑ on the brake/clutch hydraulic new, approved replacement parts. reservoir. The reservoir is filled with system. If this is not done, the brakes might with either DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake not work properly. For example, fluid as indicated on the installing disc brake pads that are reservoir cap. { WARNING wrong for the vehicle, can change There are only two reasons why the the balance between the front If too much brake fluid is added, brake fluid level in the reservoir and rear brakes for the worse. it can spill on the engine and — might go down: The braking performance expected burn, if the engine is hot enough. can change in many other ways if . The brake fluid level goes down You or others could be burned, the wrong replacement brake parts because of normal brake lining and the vehicle could be are installed. wear. When new linings are damaged. Add brake fluid only installed, the fluid level goes when work is done on the back up. brake/clutch hydraulic system. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (19,1)

Vehicle Care 10-19

Checking Brake Fluid If the vehicle has DOT 4 brake fluid, Notice as indicated on the reservoir cap, The brake/clutch fluid can be . Using the wrong fluid can use only new DOT 4 brake fluid checked without taking off the cap badly damage brake/clutch from a sealed container. It is by looking at the brake/clutch fluid hydraulic system parts. recommended that the brake/clutch reservoir. For example, just a few hydraulic system be flushed and drops of mineral-based oil, The fluid level should be above refilled with new DOT 4 fluid at a such as engine oil, in the MIN. If it is not, have the brake/ regular maintenance service every brake hydraulic system can clutch hydraulic system checked to two years. See Maintenance damage brake hydraulic see if there is a leak. Schedule on page 11‑3 and system parts so badly that After work is done on the brake/ Recommended Fluids and they will have to be replaced. clutch hydraulic system, make sure Lubricants on page 11‑12. Do not let someone put in the level is above MIN but not over Always clean the brake/clutch the wrong kind of fluid. the MAX mark. fluid reservoir cap and the area . If brake fluid is spilled on the When the brake/clutch fluid falls to around the cap before removing it. vehicle's painted surfaces, a low level, the brake warning light This helps keep dirt from entering the paint finish can be comes on. See Brake System the reservoir. damaged. Be careful not to Warning Light on page 5‑15. spill brake fluid on the { WARNING vehicle. If you do, wash it off What to Add immediately. If the vehicle has DOT 3 brake With the wrong kind of fluid in the fluid, as indicated on the reservoir brake/clutch hydraulic system, the cap, use only new DOT 3 brake brakes might not work well. This fluid from a sealed container. could cause a crash. Always use See Recommended Fluids and the proper brake/clutch fluid. Lubricants on page 11‑12. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (20,1)

10-20 Vehicle Care

Battery Vehicle Storage Starter Switch Check Refer to the replacement number shown on the original battery label { WARNING { WARNING when a new battery is needed. Batteries have acid that can burn See Engine Compartment Overview When you are doing this you and gas that can explode. on page 10‑6 for battery location. inspection, the vehicle could You can be badly hurt if you are move suddenly. If the vehicle not careful. See Jump Starting on { WARNING moves, you or others could be page 10‑68 for tips on working injured. Battery posts, terminals, and around a battery without getting hurt. related accessories contain lead 1. Before starting this check, be and lead compounds, chemicals sure there is enough room known to the State of California to Infrequent Usage: Remove the around the vehicle. cause cancer and reproductive black, negative (−) cable from the 2. Firmly apply both the parking battery to keep the battery from harm. Wash hands after handling. brake and the regular brake. running down. See Parking Brake on Extended Storage: Remove the page 9‑32. black, negative (−) cable from the Do not use the accelerator battery or use a battery trickle pedal, and be ready to turn off charger. the engine immediately if it starts. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (21,1)

Vehicle Care 10-21

3. Try to start the engine in each 2. Firmly apply the parking brake. Ignition Transmission gear. The vehicle should start See Parking Brake on Lock Check only in P (Park) or N (Neutral). page 9‑32. If the vehicle starts in any other Be ready to apply the regular While parked, and with the parking position, contact your dealer for brake immediately if the vehicle brake set, try to turn the ignition to service. begins to move. LOCK/OFF in each shift lever position. Automatic Transmission 3. With the engine off, turn the ignition on, but do not start the . The ignition should turn to Shift Lock Control engine. Without applying the LOCK/OFF only when the shift Function Check regular brake, try to move the lever is in P (Park). shift lever out of P (Park) with . The ignition key should come { WARNING normal effort. If the shift lever out only in LOCK/OFF. moves out of P (Park), contact Contact your dealer if service is your dealer for service. When you are doing this required. inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured.

1. Before starting this check, be sure there is enough room around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (22,1)

10-22 Vehicle Care

Park Brake and P (Park) Park on a fairly steep hill, with the Wiper Blade Replacement vehicle facing downhill. Keeping Mechanism Check your foot on the regular brake, set Windshield wiper blades should be the parking brake. inspected for wear and cracking. { See Maintenance Schedule on WARNING . To check the parking brake's page 11‑3 for more information. When you are doing this check, holding ability: With the engine running and the transmission in Replacement blades come in the vehicle could begin to move. different types and are removed in You or others could be injured N (Neutral), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake different ways. For proper type and and property could be damaged. pedal. Do this until the vehicle is length, see Maintenance Make sure there is room in front held by the parking brake only. Replacement Parts on page 11‑13. of the vehicle in case it begins to roll. Be ready to apply the regular . To check the P (Park) Notice: Allowing the wiper arm to touch the windshield when no brake at once should the vehicle mechanism's holding ability: wiper blade is installed could begin to move. With the engine running, shift to P (Park). Then release the damage the windshield. Any parking brake followed by the damage that occurs would not be regular brake. covered by your warranty. Do not allow the wiper arm to touch the Contact your dealer if service is windshield. required. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (23,1)

Vehicle Care 10-23

To replace the windshield wiper Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement blade: Headlamp aim has been preset and For the proper type of replacement 1. Pull the windshield wiper should need no further adjustment. bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on assembly away from the page 10 27. windshield. If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, ‑ the headlamp aim may be affected. For any bulb‐changing procedure If adjustment to the headlamps is not listed in this section, contact necessary, see your dealer. your dealer. Headlamps, Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps

2. Press the button in the middle of the wiper arm connector, and pull the wiper blade away from the arm connector. 3. Remove the wiper blade. Driver Side Shown, Passenger 4. Reverse Steps 1 through 3 for Side Similar wiper blade replacement. A. Low-Beam Headlamp B. High-Beam Headlamp C. Parking/Turn Signal Lamp Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (24,1)

10-24 Vehicle Care

High-Beam Headlamp/ 10. For the driver side, reinstall the Fog Lamps Low-Beam Headlamp windshield washer bottle filler neck by firmly pushing it To replace the front fog lamp bulb: 1. Open the hood. See Hood on straight into the bottle. Ensure 1. Locate the fog lamp located page 10 4. ‑ that the filler neck clip engages under the front fascia. 2. For the driver side bulb, remove into the underhood electrical 2. Disconnect the electrical the windshield washer bottle center retainer. connector from the fog lamp bulb filler neck by firmly pulling it 11. Reinstall the battery cover. assembly. straight up and out of the bottle. 3. Remove the bulb by turning it 3. Remove the battery cover by Parking/Turn Signal Lamp counterclockwise and pulling it pulling it straight up. 1. Open the hood. See Hood on straight out of the assembly. 4. Remove the headlamp bulb page 10‑4. 4. Install the new bulb by turning it access cover. 2. Remove the parking/turn signal clockwise into the assembly. 5. Turn the bulb counterclockwise lamp bulb socket from the 5. Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to and pull straight back. headlamp assembly by turning counterclockwise. reinstall. 6. Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the bulb. 3. Remove the bulb from the bulb socket by pulling it straight out. 7. Install the new bulb in the headlamp assembly by turning 4. Install the new bulb in the bulb clockwise. socket. 8. Reconnect the wiring harness 5. Install the bulb socket into the connector. headlamp assembly by turning clockwise. 9. Install the headlamp bulb access cover. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (25,1)

Vehicle Care 10-25

Taillamps, Turn Signal, To replace any one of these bulbs: 4. For the passenger side bulb, 1. Open the trunk. remove the pull handle Stoplamps, and Back-Up fasteners (B) and pull handle. Lamps 5. Pull the trunk deck trim down far Trunk Deck Inboard Taillamp enough to gain access to the and Backup Lamp lamps. 6. Remove the bulb socket by turning counterclockwise. 7. Remove the bulb from the socket by pulling straight out. 8. Install the new bulb in the bulb socket. 9. Reverse Steps 1 through 7 to reinstall. 2. Remove the push pins (A) Driver Side Shown, Passenger retaining the trunk deck trim Side Similar cover. A. Backup Lamp 3. Rotate the hinge cover (C) B. Taillamp rearward. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (26,1)

10-26 Vehicle Care

Stoplamp,Taillamp, and Turn To replace any one of these bulbs: License Plate Lamp Signal Lamp 1. Open the trunk. To replace one of these bulbs: 2. Remove the push pins securing the trunk trim. 3. Pull the trunk lining away from the taillamp assembly. 4. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it from the rear taillamp assembly. 5. Pull the bulb straight out to Driver Side Shown, Passenger remove it from the bulb socket. Side Similar 6. Push the new bulb into the A. Taillamp socket. B. Turn Signal Lamp 7. Push the bulb socket straight in and turn it clockwise to lock it 1. Push the left end of the lamp C. Stoplamp/Taillamp into place. assembly toward the right. 8. Reinstall the trunk trim. 2. Turn the lamp assembly down to 9. Reinstall the push pins. remove it from the fascia. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (27,1)

Vehicle Care 10-27

5. Push the replacement bulb Replacement Bulbs straight into the bulb socket and Bulb turn the bulb socket clockwise to Exterior Lamp install it into the lamp assembly. Number 6. Turn the lamp assembly into the Back-Up Lamp 921K fascia engaging the clip side Deck Lid Taillamp 194 first. Fog Lamp H11 LL 7. Push on the lamp side opposite A. Bulb Socket the clip until the lamp assembly Front Parking/Turn 7444NA B. Bulb snaps into place. Signal Lamp C. Lamp Assembly High Beam ‐ H9LL Headlamp 3. Turn the bulb socket (A) counterclockwise to remove it License Plate Lamp W5W LL from the lamp assembly (C). Low Beam ‐ H11 4. Pull the bulb (B) straight out of Headlamp the bulb socket. Rear Turn H21W Signal Lamp Stoplamp/Taillamp 7443

For replacement bulbs not listed here, contact your dealer. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (28,1)

10-28 Vehicle Care

Electrical System Headlamp Wiring Fuses and Circuit An electrical overload may cause Breakers the lamps to go on and off, or in Electrical System The wiring circuits in the vehicle are some cases to remain off. Have the Overload protected from short circuits by a headlamp wiring checked right combination of fuses and circuit The vehicle has fuses and circuit away if the lamps go on and off or breakers. This greatly reduces the breakers to protect against an remain off. electrical system overload. chance of damage caused by Windshield Wipers electrical problems. When the current electrical load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens If the wiper motor overheats due to To check a fuse, look at the and closes, protecting the circuit heavy snow or ice, the windshield silver-colored band inside the fuse. until the current load returns to wipers will stop until the motor If the band is broken or melted, normal or the problem is fixed. cools, and the wiper control is replace the fuse. Be sure to replace This greatly reduces the chance of turned off. After removal of the a bad fuse with a new one of the circuit overload and fire caused by blockage, the wiper motor will identical size and rating. electrical problems. restart when the control is moved to Fuses of the same amperage can the desired operating position. Fuses and circuit breakers protect be temporarily borrowed from power devices in the vehicle. Although the circuit is protected another fuse location, if a fuse goes from electrical overload, overload out. Replace the fuse as soon as Replace a bad fuse with a new one due to heavy snow or ice may possible. of the identical size and rating. cause wiper linkage damage. To identify and check fuses, circuit If there is a problem on the road Always clear ice and heavy snow breakers, and relays, see Engine and a fuse needs to be replaced, from the windshield before using the Compartment Fuse Block on the same amperage fuse can be windshield wipers. page 10‑29, Instrument Panel Fuse borrowed. Choose some feature of If the overload is caused by an Block on page 10‑32, and Rear the vehicle that is not needed to use electrical problem and not snow or Compartment Fuse Block on and replace it as soon as possible. ice, be sure to get it fixed. page 10‑34. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (29,1)

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Engine Compartment Fuse Block

To open the fuse block cover, press the clips at the front and back and Engine Compartment Fuse Block rotate the cover up to the side.

Notice: Spilling liquid on any A fuse puller is located in the engine Mini Amps Usage electrical component on the compartment fuse block. Fuses vehicle may damage it. Always The vehicle may not be equipped keep the covers on any electrical Engine Control with all of the fuses, relays, and 1 20A component. Module features shown. Oxygen 2 10A Sensor/Purge Solenoid Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (30,1)

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Mini Amps Usage Mini Amps Usage Mini Amps Usage Fuses Fuses Fuses Ignition 13 Empty Door Switch 3 15A – Coils/Injectors 35 5A Supply/Left 14 Empty – Power Window 4 15A Spare Engine Control 15 10A Air 5 Empty Module – Conditioning 36 10A 6a Empty Transmission Compressor – 17 10A Control Module Mirror Clutch 6b 7.5A Defogger Left 37 10A Canister Vent 22 10A High-Beam Powertrain 38 Empty 7 5A Headlamp – Cooling Fuel System 24 Empty 39 20A Mass Air Flow – Control Module 8 7.5A Sensor/Pre O2 25 Empty – Front Sensor Front Fog 40 10A Windshield 26 15A 9 – Empty Lamps Washer Battery 31 – Empty Right 10 5A Potential 32 5A Airbag 41 10A High-Beam Signal Headlamp 33 – Empty 11 7.5A Spare 46 – Empty 34 7.5A Spare 12 – Empty 47 15A Horn Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (31,1)

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Mini Amps Usage J-Case Amps Usage J-Case Amps Usage Fuses Fuses Fuses 49 20A Fuel Pump Starter Antilock 16 30A Control Brake 50 Empty 30 60A – System Rear Window Inside Rear 18 30A Pump 51 5A Defogger View Mirror Engine Front Power 42 40A 52 Empty 19 30A Cooling Fan – Window Ignition Engine 43 30A Front Wipers Rear Power Control 20 30A Window 44 Empty 53 10A Module/ – Transmission Antilock Engine 45 30A Control Module Brake Cooling Fan 21 30A System Instrument Engine Valves 48 60A Panel Cluster/ Cooling Fan Fuel System 23 – Empty Control 27 50A Spare Relays Usage 54 7.5A Module/Heater, Ventilation, 28 – Empty 1 Empty and Air Electric 2 Starter Conditioning 29 30A Parking Engine Control Run/Crank 3 Brake Powertrain Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (32,1)

10-32 Vehicle Care

Relays Usage Instrument Panel Fuse Rear Window Block 4 Defogger 5 Empty 6 Empty 7 Spare 8 Empty 9 Spare EGR/Coolant 10 Pump/AIR Solenoid Valve 11 Engine Cooling Fan The instrument panel fuse block is on the driver side of the instrument 12 Engine Cooling Fan panel. To access the fuses: 13 Engine Cooling Fan 1. Access the fuse block by 14 Run/Crank opening the storage compartment. 2. Pull straight down and out to remove the storage compartment. Instrument Panel Fuse Block 3. Remove the cover. The vehicle may not be equipped To reinstall the cover, line up the with all of the fuses, relays, and retainers and push into place. features shown. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (33,1)

Vehicle Care 10-33

Fuses Amps Usage Fuses Amps Usage Fuses Amps Usage Body Control Body Control Passenger 1 2A 10 30A 20 5A Module Module Power Seat Body Control 11 40A Interior Fan Instrument 2 20A 21 7.5A Module Cluster Driver 12 25A Body Control Power Seat Ignition/ 3 20A Module 22 2A/5A Electronic 13 Not Used – Key System Infotainment 4 20A Diagnostic System 14 7.5A Body Control Connector 23 20A Module Information 15 10A Airbag Display/ Body Control 5 10A 24 20A Parking Central Module Assist Locking 16 10A 25 Not Used System/ – Ignition/ Tailgate 26 Not Used 6 20A Electronic – Key System Air 17 10A Conditioning Relays Usage 7 20A Power Outlet System 1 Trunk Open Body Control 8 30A Infotainment Module 18 30A 2 Door Security System Body Control 3 Power Outlet 9 30A Body Control Module 19 30A Module Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (34,1)

10-34 Vehicle Care

Rear Compartment Fuse Block

The rear compartment fuse block, if equipped, is located on the left side of the trunk behind a cover. The vehicle may not be equipped Mini Amps Usage with all of the fuses, relays, and Fuses features shown. F04 – Empty Mini Amps Usage Fuses F06 – Empty F02 – Empty F07 10A Spare Rear Park F08 – Empty F03 5A Assist Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (35,1)

Vehicle Care 10-35

Mini Amps Usage Mini Amps Usage Relays Usage Fuses Fuses R01 Empty F09 Empty F25 5A Spare – R02 Run F10 Empty F26 30A Spare – R03 Empty F11 Empty F28 Empty – – R04 Empty F13 Empty F30 Empty – – R05 Empty F14 – Empty F31 30A Amplifier F15 – Empty J‐Case Amps Usage F16 – Empty Fuses F17 Empty – F1 – Empty F18 Empty – F5 – Empty Heated F12 – Empty F19 7.5A Steering Wheel F23 – Empty F20 25A Sunroof F27 30A Passive Entry F21 25A Heated Seats F29 – Empty F22 – Empty F24 – Empty Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (36,1)

10-36 Vehicle Care

Wheels and Tires WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued)

Tires . Underinflated tires pose the . Replace any tires that have same danger as overloaded been damaged by impacts Every new GM vehicle has tires. The resulting crash with potholes, curbs, etc. high-quality tires made by a could cause serious injury. . leading tire manufacturer. Check all tires frequently to Improperly repaired tires can See the warranty manual for maintain the recommended cause a crash. Only the information regarding the tire pressure. Tire pressure dealer or an authorized tire service center should repair, warranty and where to get should be checked when the tires are cold. replace, dismount, and mount service. For additional the tires. information refer to the tire . Overinflated tires are more . manufacturer. likely to be cut, punctured, Do not spin the tires in or broken by a sudden excess of 55 km/h (35 mph) on slippery surfaces such { WARNING impact— such as when hitting a pothole. Keep tires at as snow, mud, ice, etc. Excessive spinning may . Poorly maintained and the recommended pressure. cause the tires to explode. improperly used tires are . Worn or old tires can cause a dangerous. crash. If the tread is badly . Overloading the tires can worn, replace them. cause overheating as a (Continued) result of too much flexing. There could be a blowout and a serious crash. See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9‑10. (Continued) Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (37,1)

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Winter Tires See your dealer for details Low-Profile Tires regarding winter tire availability and Consider installing winter tires on proper tire selection. Also, see If the vehicle has P235/45R18 the vehicle if frequent driving on Buying New Tires on page 10‑53. size tires, they are classified as snow or ice covered roads is low‐profile tires. expected. All season tires provide If using snow tires: good overall performance on most . Use tires of the same brand and Notice: Low‐profile tires are surfaces, but they may not offer tread type on all four wheel more susceptible to damage the traction or the same level of positions. from road hazards or curb performance as winter tires on snow impact than standard profile . Use only radial ply tires of the or ice covered roads. same size, load range, and tires. Tire and/or wheel Winter tires, in general, are speed rating as the original assembly damage can occur designed for increased traction equipment tires. when coming into contact on snow and ice covered roads. with road hazards like, Winter tires with the same speed With winter tires, there may be potholes, or sharp edged decreased dry road traction, rating as the original equipment tires may not be available for H, V, W, Y, objects, or when sliding into a increased road noise, and shorter curb. The warranty does not tread life. After changing to winter and ZR speed rated tires. If winter tires with a lower speed rating are cover this type of damage. tires, be alert for changes in vehicle handling and braking. chosen, never exceed the tire's Keep tires set to the correct maximum speed capability. inflation pressure and, when possible, avoid contact with curbs, potholes, and other road hazards. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (38,1)

10-38 Vehicle Care

Tire Sidewall Labeling See the “Tire Size” illustration Tire Identification Number later in this section for more (TIN). The TIN shows the Useful information about a tire detail. manufacturer and plant code, is molded into its sidewall. tire size, and date the tire was The examples show a typical (B) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria manufactured. The TIN is passenger vehicle tire and a molded onto both sides of the compact spare tire sidewall. Specification): Original equipment tires designed to tire, although only one side may GM's specific tire performance have the date of manufacture. criteria have a TPC specification (E) Tire Ply Material: The type code molded onto the sidewall. of cord and number of plies in GM's TPC specifications meet the sidewall and under the tread. or exceed all federal safety (F) Uniform Tire Quality guidelines. Grading (UTQG): Tire (C) DOT (Department of manufacturers are required to Transportation): The grade tires based on three Department of Transportation performance factors: treadwear, (DOT) code indicates that traction, and temperature Passenger (P‐Metric) Tire Example the tire is in compliance with resistance. For more information the U.S. Department of see Uniform Tire Quality (A) Tire Size: The tire size is a Transportation Motor Vehicle Grading on page 10‑55. combination of letters and Safety Standards. (G) Maximum Cold Inflation numbers used to define a (D) Tire Identification Number Load Limit: Maximum load particular tire's width, height, (TIN): The letters and numbers that can be carried and the aspect ratio, construction type, following the DOT (Department maximum pressure needed to and service description. of Transportation) code are the support that load. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (39,1)

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regular road tire has lost air and (E) Tire Inflation: The gone flat. If the vehicle has a temporary use tire or compact compact spare tire, see spare tire should be inflated to Compact Spare Tire on 420 kPa (60 psi). For more page 10‑67 and If a Tire Goes information on tire pressure and Flat on page 10‑58. inflation see Tire Pressure on (C) Tire Identification Number page 10‑44. (TIN): The letters and numbers (F) Tire Size: A combination of following the DOT (Department letters and numbers define a of Transportation) code are tire's width, height, aspect ratio, the Tire Identification Number construction type, and service Compact Spare Tire Example (TIN). The TIN shows the description. The letter T as the manufacturer and plant code, first character in the tire size (A) Tire Ply Material: The type tire size, and date the tire was means the tire is for temporary of cord and number of plies in manufactured. The TIN is use only. the sidewall and under the tread. molded onto both sides of the (G) TPC Spec (Tire (B) Temporary Use Only: tire, although only one side may Performance Criteria The compact spare tire or have the date of manufacture. Specification): Original temporary use tire has a tread (D) Maximum Cold Inflation equipment tires designed to life of approximately 5 000 km Load Limit: Maximum load GM's specific tire performance (3,000 mi) and should not be that can be carried and the criteria have a TPC specification driven at speeds over 105 km/h maximum pressure needed to code molded onto the sidewall. (65 mph). The compact spare support that load. GM's TPC specifications meet tire is for emergency use when a or exceed all federal safety guidelines. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (40,1)

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Tire Designations (B) Tire Width: The three‐digit (E) Rim Diameter: Diameter of number indicates the tire section the wheel in inches. Tire Size width in millimeters from (F) Service Description: The following is an example of sidewall to sidewall. These characters represent the a typical passenger vehicle (C) Aspect Ratio: A two‐digit load index and speed rating tire size. number that indicates the tire of the tire. The load index height‐to‐width measurements. represents the load carrying For example, if the tire size capacity a tire is certified to aspect ratio is 60, as shown in carry. The speed rating is the item C of the illustration, it would maximum speed a tire is mean that the tire's sidewall is certified to carry a load. 60 percent as high as it is wide. (A) Passenger (P‐Metric) Tire: (D) Construction Code: Tire Terminology and The United States version of A letter code is used to indicate Definitions a metric tire sizing system. the type of ply construction in Air Pressure: The amount of The letter P as the first the tire. The letter R means air inside the tire pressing character in the tire size radial ply construction; the outward on each square inch means a passenger vehicle letter D means diagonal or of the tire. Air pressure is tire engineered to standards bias ply construction; and the expressed in kPa (kilopascal) set by the U.S. Tire and Rim letter B means belted‐bias ply or psi (pounds per square inch). Association. construction. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (41,1)

Vehicle Care 10-41

Accessory Weight: The Bias Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire Department of Transportation combined weight of optional in which the plies are laid at (DOT) Motor Vehicle Safety accessories. Some examples alternate angles less than Standards. The DOT code of optional accessories are 90 degrees to the centerline of includes the Tire Identification automatic transmission, power the tread. Number (TIN), an alphanumeric steering, power brakes, power Cold Tire Pressure: The designator which can also windows, power seats, and air amount of air pressure in a tire, identify the tire manufacturer, conditioning. measured in kPa (kilopascal) production plant, brand, and Aspect Ratio: The relationship or psi (pounds per square inch) date of production. of a tire's height to its width. before a tire has built up heat GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight Belt: A rubber coated layer of from driving. See Tire Pressure Rating. See Vehicle Load Limits cords that is located between on page 10‑44. on page 9‑10. the plies and the tread. Curb Weight: The weight of a GAWR FRT: Gross Axle Cords may be made from steel motor vehicle with standard and Weight Rating for the front axle. or other reinforcing materials. optional equipment including the See Vehicle Load Limits on Bead: The tire bead contains maximum capacity of fuel, oil, page 9‑10. steel wires wrapped by steel and coolant, but without GAWR RR: Gross Axle cords that hold the tire onto passengers and cargo. Weight Rating for the rear axle. the rim. DOT Markings: A code See Vehicle Load Limits on molded into the sidewall of a page 9‑10. tire signifying that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (42,1)

10-42 Vehicle Care

Intended Outboard Sidewall: Maximum Load Rating: that contains a whitewall, The side of an asymmetrical tire, The load rating for a tire at the bears white lettering, or bears that must always face outward maximum permissible inflation manufacturer, brand, and/or when mounted on a vehicle. pressure for that tire. model name molding that is Kilopascal (kPa): The metric Maximum Loaded Vehicle higher or deeper than the same unit for air pressure. Weight: The sum of curb moldings on the other sidewall weight, accessory weight, of the tire. Light Truck (LT‐Metric) Tire: A tire used on light duty trucks vehicle capacity weight, and Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: and some multipurpose production options weight. A tire used on passenger cars passenger vehicles. Normal Occupant Weight: and some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles. Load Index: An assigned The number of occupants a number ranging from 1 to 279 vehicle is designed to seat Recommended Inflation that corresponds to the load multiplied by 68 kg (150 lbs). Pressure: Vehicle carrying capacity of a tire. See Vehicle Load Limits on manufacturer's recommended page 9‑10. tire inflation pressure as shown Maximum Inflation Pressure: on the tire placard. See Tire The maximum air pressure to Occupant Distribution: Designated seating positions. Pressure on page 10‑44 and which a cold tire can be inflated. Vehicle Load Limits on The maximum air pressure is Outward Facing Sidewall: page 9‑10. molded onto the sidewall. The side of an asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that Radial Ply Tire: A pneumatic faces outward when mounted on tire in which the ply cords that a vehicle. The side of the tire extend to the beads are laid at 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (43,1)

Vehicle Care 10-43

Rim: A metal support for a tire Treadwear Indicators: Narrow Vehicle Capacity Weight: and upon which the tire beads bands, sometimes called wear The number of designated are seated. bars, that show across the tread seating positions multiplied by Sidewall: The portion of a tire of a tire when only 1.6 mm 68 kg (150 lbs) plus the rated between the tread and the bead. (1/16 in) of tread remains. cargo load. See Vehicle Load See When It Is Time for New Limits on page 9‑10. Speed Rating: An Tires on page 10‑52. alphanumeric code assigned to Vehicle Maximum Load on the a tire indicating the maximum UTQGS (Uniform Tire Tire: Load on an individual tire speed at which a tire can Quality Grading Standards): A due to curb weight, accessory operate. tire information system that weight, occupant weight, and provides consumers with cargo weight. Traction: The friction between ratings for a tire's traction, Vehicle Placard: A label the tire and the road surface. temperature, and treadwear. The amount of grip provided. permanently attached to a Ratings are determined vehicle showing the vehicle Tread: The portion of a tire by tire manufacturers using capacity weight and the that comes into contact with government testing procedures. original equipment tire size the road. The ratings are molded into the and recommended inflation sidewall of the tire. See Uniform pressure. See “Tire and Loading Tire Quality Grading on Information Label” under Vehicle page 10 55. ‑ Load Limits on page 9‑10. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (44,1)

10-44 Vehicle Care

Tire Pressure Overinflated tires, or tires How the vehicle is loaded that have too much air, affects vehicle handling and ride Tires need the correct amount can result in: comfort. Never load the vehicle of air pressure to operate with more weight than it was . Unusual wear. effectively. designed to carry. Notice: Neither tire . Poor handling. When to Check underinflation nor . Rough ride. overinflation is good. Check the tires once a month Underinflated tires, or tires . Needless damage from or more. Do not forget the that do not have enough air, road hazards. compact spare tire, if the vehicle can result in: The Tire and Loading has one. The cold compact Information label on the spare should be at 420 kPa . Tire overloading and (60 psi). For additional overheating which could vehicle indicates the original information regarding the lead to a blowout. equipment tires and the correct cold tire inflation pressures. compact spare tire, see . Premature or The recommended pressure Compact Spare Tire on irregular wear. is the minimum air pressure page 10‑67. . needed to support the vehicle's Poor handling. How to Check maximum load carrying capacity. . Reduced fuel economy. Use a good quality pocket-type For additional information gauge to check tire pressure. regarding how much weight Proper tire inflation cannot be the vehicle can carry, and an determined by looking at the tire. example of the Tire and Loading Check the tire inflation pressure Information label, see Vehicle when the tires are cold, meaning Load Limits on page 9‑10. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (45,1)

Vehicle Care 10-45

the vehicle has not been driven Tire Pressure Monitor pressure telltale when one or for at least three hours or no System more of your tires is significantly more than 1.6 km (1 mi). under‐inflated. The Tire Pressure Monitor System Accordingly, when the low tire Remove the valve cap from the (TPMS) uses radio and sensor tire valve stem. Press the tire pressure telltale illuminates, you technology to check tire pressure should stop and check your tires as gauge firmly onto the valve to levels. The TPMS sensors monitor soon as possible, and inflate them get a pressure measurement. the air pressure in your tires and to the proper pressure. Driving on transmit tire pressure readings to a If the cold tire inflation pressure a significantly under‐inflated tire matches the recommended receiver located in the vehicle. causes the tire to overheat and can pressure on the Tire and Each tire, including the spare lead to tire failure. Under‐inflation Loading Information label, no (if provided), should be checked also reduces fuel efficiency and tire further adjustment is necessary. monthly when cold and inflated to tread life, and may affect the If the inflation pressure is low, the inflation pressure recommended vehicle's handling and stopping add air until the recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the ability. pressure is reached. If the vehicle placard or tire inflation Please note that the TPMS is inflation pressure is high, press pressure label. (If your vehicle has not a substitute for proper tire tires of a different size than the size on the metal stem in the center maintenance, and it is the driver's indicated on the vehicle placard or responsibility to maintain correct tire of the tire valve to release air. tire inflation pressure label, you pressure, even if under‐inflation has Recheck the tire pressure with should determine the proper tire not reached the level to trigger the tire gauge. inflation pressure for those tires.) illumination of the TPMS low tire Return the valve caps on the As an added safety feature, your pressure telltale. vehicle has been equipped with a valve stems to prevent leaks tire pressure monitoring system and keep out dirt and moisture. (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (46,1)

10-46 Vehicle Care

Your vehicle has also been Always check the TPMS malfunction Tire Pressure Monitor equipped with a TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more indicator to indicate when the tires or wheels on your vehicle to Operation system is not operating properly. ensure that the replacement or This vehicle may have a Tire The TPMS malfunction indicator is alternate tires and wheels allow the Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). combined with the low tire pressure TPMS to continue to function The TPMS is designed to warn the telltale. When the system detects a properly. driver when a low tire pressure malfunction, the telltale will flash for See Tire Pressure Monitor condition exists. TPMS sensors are approximately one minute and then mounted onto each tire and wheel Operation on page 10‑46 for remain continuously illuminated. additional information. assembly, excluding the spare tire This sequence will continue upon and wheel assembly. The TPMS subsequent vehicle start‐ups as Federal Communications sensors monitor the air pressure long as the malfunction exists. Commission (FCC) Rules and in the tires and transmit the tire When the malfunction indicator is with Industry Canada pressure readings to a receiver illuminated, the system may not be Standards located in the vehicle. able to detect or signal low tire See Radio Frequency Statement on pressure as intended. TPMS page 13‑17 for information malfunctions may occur for a variety regarding Part 15 of the Federal of reasons, including the installation Communications Commission (FCC) of replacement or alternate tires or Rules and with Industry Canada wheels on the vehicle that prevent Standards RSS-GEN/210/220/310. the TPMS from functioning properly. When a low tire pressure condition is detected, the TPMS illuminates the low tire pressure warning light located on the instrument cluster. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (47,1)

Vehicle Care 10-47

If the warning light comes on, stop The low tire pressure warning light The TPMS can warn about a as soon as possible and inflate the may come on in cool weather when low tire pressure condition, but it tires to the recommended pressure the vehicle is first started, and then does not replace normal tire shown on the Tire and Loading turn off as the vehicle is driven. maintenance. See Tire Inspection Information label. See Vehicle Load This could be an early indicator that on page 10‑50, Tire Rotation on Limits on page 9‑10. the air pressure is getting low and page 10‑50, and Tires on A message to check the pressure in needs to be inflated to the proper page 10‑36. a specific tire may display in the pressure. Notice: Tire sealant materials are Driver Information Center (DIC). A Tire and Loading Information label not all the same. A non-approved The low tire pressure warning light shows the size of the original tire sealant could damage the and the DIC warning message, equipment tires and the correct TPMS sensors. TPMS sensor if equipped, come on at each inflation pressure for the tires when damage caused by using an ignition cycle until the tires are they are cold. See Vehicle Load incorrect tire sealant is not inflated to the correct inflation Limits on page 9‑10, for an example covered by the vehicle pressure. Using the DIC, it may be of the Tire and Loading Information warranty. Always use only the possible to view the tire pressure label and its location. Also see Tire GM-approved tire sealant levels. For additional information Pressure on page 10‑44. available through your dealer or and details about the DIC operation included in the vehicle. and displays, see Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑21. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (48,1)

10-48 Vehicle Care

TPMS Malfunction Light and sensor matching process . Replacement tires or wheels do Message is performed successfully. not match the original equipment See "TPMS Sensor Matching tires or wheels. Tires and wheels The TPMS will not function properly Process" later in this section. other than those recommended if one or more of the TPMS sensors could prevent the TPMS from are missing or inoperable. When the . The TPMS sensor matching functioning properly. See Buying system detects a malfunction, the process was not done or not New Tires on page 10‑53. low tire pressure warning light, completed successfully . defined above, flashes for about after rotating the tires. Operating electronic devices or one minute and then stays on for The malfunction light and the being near facilities using radio the remainder of the ignition cycle. DIC message, if equipped, wave frequencies similar to the A DIC warning message may also should go off after successfully TPMS could cause the TPMS display. The malfunction light and completing the sensor matching sensors to malfunction. DIC warning message, if equipped, process. See "TPMS Sensor If the TPMS is not functioning come on at each ignition cycle until Matching Process" later in this properly, it cannot detect or signal a the problem is corrected. Some of section. low tire condition. See your dealer the conditions that can cause these . One or more TPMS sensors for service if the TPMS malfunction to come on are: are missing or damaged. light and DIC message, if equipped, come on and stay on. . One of the road tires has been The malfunction light and the replaced with the spare tire. DIC message, if equipped, The spare tire does not have a should go off when the TPMS TPMS sensor. The malfunction sensors are installed and the light and the DIC message, sensor matching process is if equipped, should go off after performed successfully. the road tire is replaced and the See your dealer for service. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (49,1)

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TPMS Sensor Matching There are two minutes to match 6. If requested, press the SET/CLR Process the first tire/wheel position, and button again to confirm the five minutes overall to match all selection. Each TPMS sensor has a unique four tire/wheel positions. If it takes identification code. The identification The horn sounds twice to signal longer, the matching process stops the receiver is in relearn mode code needs to be matched to a and must be restarted. new tire/wheel position after rotating and the TIRE LEARNING the vehicle’s tires or replacing one The TPMS sensor matching ACTIVE message displays on or more of the TPMS sensors. process is: the DIC screen. Also, the TPMS sensor matching 1. Set the parking brake. 7. Start with the driver side process should be performed after front tire. replacing a spare tire with a road 2. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with tire containing the TPMS sensor. the engine off. 8. Place the relearn tool against The malfunction light and the DIC 3. Use the MENU button to select the tire sidewall, near the valve message, if equipped, should the Vehicle Information Menu in stem. Then press the button to go off at the next ignition cycle. the Driver Information activate the TPMS sensor. The sensors are matched to the Center (DIC). A horn chirp confirms that the tire/wheel positions, using a TPMS sensor identification code has 4. Use the thumbwheel to scroll to relearn tool, in the following order: been matched to this tire and the Tire Pressure Menu Item driver side front tire, passenger side wheel position. screen. front tire, passenger side rear tire, 9. Proceed to the passenger side and driver side rear. See your 5. Press and hold the SET/CLR front tire, and repeat the dealer for service or to purchase a button to begin the sensor procedure in Step 8. relearn tool. matching process. A message requesting acceptance of the process may display. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (50,1)

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10. Proceed to the passenger Tire Inspection Tire Rotation side rear tire, and repeat the procedure in Step 8. We recommend that the tires, Tires should be rotated including the spare tire, if the every 12 000 km (7,500 mi). 11. Proceed to the driver side rear tire, and repeat the procedure vehicle has one, be inspected See Maintenance Schedule on in Step 8. The horn sounds for signs of wear or damage at page 11‑3. two times to indicate the least once a month. Tires are rotated to achieve a sensor identification code has Replace the tire if: uniform wear for all tires. been matched to the driver . The indicators at three or The first rotation is the most side rear tire, and the TPMS important. sensor matching process is more places around the tire no longer active. The TIRE can be seen. Any time unusual wear is LEARNING ACTIVE message . There is cord or fabric noticed, rotate the tires as on the DIC display screen showing through the tire's soon as possible and check the goes off. rubber. wheel alignment. Also check 12. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. . The tread or sidewall is for damaged tires or wheels. 13. Set all four tires to the cracked, cut, or snagged See When It Is Time for New recommended air pressure deep enough to show cord or Tires on page 10‑52 and Wheel level as indicated on the Tire fabric. Replacement on page 10‑57. and Loading Information label. . The tire has a bump, bulge, or split. . The tire has a puncture, cut, or other damage that cannot be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (51,1)

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See Tire Pressure on WARNING (Continued) page 10‑44 and Vehicle Load Limits on page 9‑10. In an emergency, a cloth or a Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor paper towel can be used; System. See Tire Pressure however, use a scraper or wire Monitor Operation on brush later to remove all rust page 10‑46. or dirt. Check that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See“Wheel Lightly coat the center of the Nut Torque” under Capacities wheel hub with wheel bearing and Specifications on grease after a wheel change or Use this rotation pattern when page 12‑2. tire rotation to prevent corrosion rotating the tires. or rust build-up. Do not get Do not include the compact { WARNING grease on the flat wheel spare tire in the tire rotation. mounting surface or on the Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the wheel nuts or bolts. Adjust the front and rear tires to parts to which it is fastened, can the recommended inflation make wheel nuts become loose pressure on the Tire and after time. The wheel could Loading Information label after come off and cause an accident. the tires have been rotated. When changing a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle. (Continued) Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (52,1)

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When It Is Time for See Tire Inspection on page 10‑50 Vehicle Storage and Tire Rotation on page 10 50 for ‑ Tires age when stored normally New Tires more information. mounted on a parked vehicle. Factors such as maintenance, The rubber in tires ages over time. Park a vehicle that will be stored for temperatures, driving speeds, This also applies for the spare tire, at least a month in a cool, dry, clean vehicle loading, and road conditions if the vehicle has one, even if it is area away from direct sunlight to affect the wear rate of the tires. never used. Multiple conditions slow aging. This area should be including temperatures, loading free of grease, gasoline, or other conditions, and inflation pressure substances that can deteriorate maintenance affect how fast aging rubber. takes place. Tires will typically Parking for an extended period can need to be replaced due to wear cause flat spots on the tires that before they may need to be may result in vibrations while replaced due to age. Consult the tire driving. When storing a vehicle for manufacturer for more information at least a month, remove the tires or on when tires should be replaced. raise the vehicle to reduce the weight from the tires.

Treadwear indicators are one way to tell when it is time for new tires. Treadwear indicators appear when the tires have only 1.6 mm (1/16 in) or less of tread remaining. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (53,1)

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Buying New Tires number is molded onto the tire's sidewall near the tire size. If the { WARNING GM has developed and matched tires have an all‐season tread Tires could explode during specific tires for the vehicle. design, the TPC Spec number The original equipment tires improper service. Attempting will be followed by MS for mud to mount or dismount a tire installed were designed to and snow. See Tire Sidewall meet General Motors Tire could cause injury or death. Labeling on page 10‑38 for Only your dealer or authorized Performance Criteria additional information. Specification (TPC Spec) tire service center should system rating. When GM recommends replacing all mount or dismount the tires. replacement tires are needed, the tires at the same time. GM strongly recommends Uniform tread depth on all tires buying tires with the same TPC will help to maintain the { WARNING Spec rating. performance of the vehicle. Braking and handling Mixing tires of different sizes, GM's exclusive TPC Spec performance may be adversely brands, or types may cause system considers over a affected if all the tires are not loss of control of the vehicle, dozen critical specifications that replaced at the same time. resulting in a crash or other impact the overall performance See Tire Inspection on vehicle damage. Use the of the vehicle, including brake page 10‑50 and Tire Rotation on correct size, brand, and type system performance, ride and page 10‑50 for information on of tires on all wheels. handling, traction control, and proper tire rotation. tire pressure monitoring performance. GM's TPC Spec Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (54,1)

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non‐TPC Spec rated tires are control, and electronic stability { WARNING installed. See Tire Pressure control, the performance of these systems can also be affected. Using bias-ply tires on the Monitor System on page 10‑45. vehicle may cause the wheel The Tire and Loading { WARNING rim flanges to develop cracks Information label indicates the after many miles of driving. original equipment tires on the If different sized wheels are used, A tire and/or wheel could fail vehicle. See Vehicle Load Limits there may not be an acceptable suddenly and cause a crash. on page 9‑10 for the label level of performance and safety Use only radial-ply tires with location and more information if tires not recommended for the wheels on the vehicle. about the Tire and Loading those wheels are selected. Information label. This increases the chance of a crash and serious injury. If the vehicle tires must be Only use GM specific wheel and replaced with a tire that does not Different Size Tires and Wheels tire systems developed for the have a TPC Spec number, make vehicle, and have them properly sure they are the same size, If wheels or tires are installed that installed by a GM certified load range, speed rating, and are a different size than the original technician. construction (radial) as the equipment wheels and tires, vehicle original tires. performance, including its braking, ride and handling characteristics, See Buying New Tires on Vehicles that have a tire stability, and resistance to rollover page 10‑53 and Accessories and pressure monitoring system may be affected. If the vehicle has Modifications on page 10‑3 for could give an inaccurate electronic systems such as antilock additional information. low‐pressure warning if brakes, rollover airbags, traction Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (55,1)

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Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG) system Treadwear Grading does not apply to deep tread, The treadwear grade is a winter-type snow tires, Quality grades can be found comparative rating based on the space-saver, or temporary use wear rate of the tire when tested where applicable on the tire spare tires, tires with nominal sidewall between tread shoulder under controlled conditions on rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches a specified government test and maximum section width. (25 to 30 cm), or to some For example: course. For example, a tire limited-production tires. graded 150 would wear one and Treadwear 200 Traction AA While the tires available on a half (1½) times as well on the Temperature A General Motors passenger cars government course as a tire The following information relates and light trucks may vary with graded 100. The relative to the system developed by the respect to these grades, they performance of tires depends United States National Highway must also conform to federal upon the actual conditions of Traffic Safety Administration safety requirements and their use, however, and may (NHTSA), which grades tires additional General Motors Tire depart significantly from the by treadwear, traction, and Performance Criteria (TPC) norm due to variations in temperature performance. standards. driving habits, service practices This applies only to vehicles All Passenger Car Tires Must and differences in road sold in the United States. Conform to Federal Safety characteristics and climate. The grades are molded on the Requirements In Addition To sidewalls of most passenger car These Grades. tires. The Uniform Tire Quality Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (56,1)

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Traction – AA, A, B, C Temperature – A, B, C established for a tire that is The traction grades, from The temperature grades are properly inflated and not highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, A (the highest), B, and C, overloaded. Excessive speed, and C. Those grades represent representing the tire's resistance underinflation, or excessive the tire's ability to stop on wet to the generation of heat and its loading, either separately or in pavement as measured under ability to dissipate heat when combination, can cause heat controlled conditions on tested under controlled buildup and possible tire failure. specified government test conditions on a specified indoor surfaces of asphalt and laboratory test wheel. Sustained Wheel Alignment and concrete. A tire marked C may high temperature can cause Tire Balance have poor traction performance. the material of the tire to The tires and wheels were aligned Warning: The traction grade degenerate and reduce tire life, and balanced at the factory to assigned to this tire is based on and excessive temperature can provide the longest tire life and best straight-ahead braking traction lead to sudden tire failure. overall performance. Adjustments to tests, and does not include The grade C corresponds to a wheel alignment and tire balancing acceleration, cornering, level of performance which all will not be necessary on a regular hydroplaning, or peak traction passenger car tires must meet basis. However, check the alignment if there is unusual tire characteristics. under the Federal Motor Safety wear or if the vehicle is pulling to Standard No. 109. Grades B and one side or the other. If the vehicle A represent higher levels of vibrates when driving on a smooth performance on the laboratory road, the tires and wheels might test wheel than the minimum need to be rebalanced. See your required by law. Warning: The dealer for proper diagnosis. temperature grade for this tire is Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (57,1)

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Wheel Replacement Used Replacement Wheels { WARNING Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rusted or Using the wrong replacement { WARNING corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel Replacing a wheel with a used loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and nuts can be dangerous. It could one is dangerous. How it has wheel nuts should be replaced. affect the braking and handling of been used or how far it has been If the wheel leaks air, replace it. the vehicle. Tires can lose air, driven may be unknown. It could Some aluminum wheels can be and cause loss of control, causing fail suddenly and cause a crash. repaired. See your dealer if any of a crash. Always use the correct When replacing wheels, use a these conditions exist. wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel new GM original equipment nuts for replacement. Your dealer will know the kind of wheel. wheel that is needed. Each new wheel should have the Notice: The wrong wheel can same load-carrying capacity, also cause problems with bearing diameter, width, offset, and be life, brake cooling, speedometer mounted the same way as the or odometer calibration, one it replaces. headlamp aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance, and tire Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel or tire chain clearance to the nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor body and chassis. System (TPMS) sensors with new GM original equipment parts. See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10‑58 for more information. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (58,1)

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Tire Chains If a Tire Goes Flat It may be very bumpy and noisy. Gently brake to a stop, well off the It is unusual for a tire to blow out road, if possible. { WARNING while driving, especially if the tires are maintained properly. If air goes { Do not use tire chains. There is out of a tire, it is much more likely to WARNING not enough clearance. Tire chains leak out slowly. But if there ever is a used on a vehicle without the Driving on a flat tire will cause blowout, here are a few tips about permanent damage to the tire. proper amount of clearance can what to expect and what to do: cause damage to the brakes, Re-inflating a tire after it has If a front tire fails, the flat tire suspension, or other vehicle been driven on while severely creates a drag that pulls the vehicle parts. The area damaged by the underinflated or flat may cause a toward that side. Take your foot off blowout and a serious crash. tire chains could cause loss of the accelerator pedal and grip the control and a crash. Never attempt to re-inflate a tire steering wheel firmly. Steer to that has been driven on while Use another type of traction maintain lane position, and then severely underinflated or flat. device only if its manufacturer gently brake to a stop, well off the Have your dealer or an authorized recommends it for the vehicle's road, if possible. tire service center repair or tire size combination and road A rear blowout, particularly on a replace the flat tire as soon as conditions. Follow that curve, acts much like a skid and possible. manufacturer's instructions. may require the same correction To avoid vehicle damage, drive as used in a skid. Stop pressing slow and readjust or remove the the accelerator pedal and steer traction device if it contacts the to straighten the vehicle. vehicle. Do not spin the wheels. If traction devices are used, install them on the front tires. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (59,1)

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When the vehicle has a flat tire (B), { WARNING { WARNING use the following example as a guide to assist in the placement of Lifting a vehicle and getting Changing a tire can be the wheel blocks (A). under it to do maintenance or dangerous. The vehicle can slip repairs is dangerous without the off the jack and roll over or fall appropriate safety equipment and causing injury or death. Find a training. If a jack is provided with level place to change the tire. the vehicle, it is designed only for To help prevent the vehicle from changing a flat tire. If it is used for moving: anything else, you or others could 1. Set the parking brake firmly. be badly injured or killed if the vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack 2. Put an automatic is provided with the vehicle, only transmission in P (Park) or use it for changing a flat tire. a manual transmission in A. Wheel Block 1 (First) or R (Reverse). B. Flat Tire 3. Turn off the engine and do If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire not restart while the vehicle The following information explains and wheel damage by driving slowly is raised. how to repair or change a tire. to a level place, well off the road, if possible. Turn on the hazard 4. Do not allow passengers to warning flashers. See Hazard remain in the vehicle. Warning Flashers on page 6‑4. 5. Place wheel blocks on both sides of the tire at the opposite corner of the tire being changed. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (60,1)

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Tire Changing 3. Turn the retainer nut (A) counterclockwise to remove it. Removing the Spare Tire Then remove the tool bag and Tools tether (B) from the stow rod, the tool bag (C) containing the To access the spare tire and tools: wheel wrench and wheel blocks, 1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on and the spare tire (D). page 2 12. ‑ 4. Remove the jack, jack handle 2. Lift the load floor. extension, and two-piece wrench, if equipped.

A. Hex Head Jack B. Jack Handle Extension C. Coin/Pierce Jack D. Two-Piece Wrench

This vehicle may have one of the following: A coin/pierce jack (C), a jack handle extension (B), and a A. Retainer Nut two-piece wrench (D), or a hex head jack (A) and two-piece wrench (D). B. Tool Bag Tether C. Tool Bag D. Spare Tire Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (61,1)

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Removing the Flat Tire and If needed, finish loosening them Installing the Spare Tire with your fingers. The plastic nut caps will not come off. This vehicle may have aluminum wheels with exposed wheel nuts. If needed, use the flat end of the Use the wheel wrench to loosen all wheel wrench and pry along the the wheel nuts. Do not remove edge of the cover until it comes off. them yet. The edge of the wheel cover could be sharp, so do not try to remove it Or, this vehicle may have steel with your bare hands. Do not drop wheels with plastic covers. the cover or lay it face down, as it could become scratched or damaged. Store the wheel cover in the trunk until the flat tire is repaired 2. Turn the wheel wrench or replaced. counterclockwise once on Once you have removed the wheel each wheel nut to loosen it. cover, use the following procedure Do not remove them yet. to remove the flat tire and install the 3. Place the jack near the flat tire. spare tire. 4. Place the wheel blocks on both 1. Do a safety check before sides of the tire at the opposite proceeding. See If a Tire Goes corner of the tire being changed. Flat on page 10‑58 for more See If a Tire Goes Flat on information. page 10‑58 for proper wheel To remove the plastic covers and block placement. wheel nut caps, loosen the plastic nut caps with the wheel wrench in a counterclockwise direction. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (62,1)

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5. Place the jack under the vehicle. { WARNING 6. If you have a coin/pierce jack, attach the jack handle extension Getting under a vehicle when it is to the jack by sliding the hook lifted on a jack is dangerous. through the end of the jack. If the vehicle slips off the jack, If you have a hex head jack, you could be badly injured or place the hex tube end of the killed. Never get under a vehicle wrench over the hex head of when it is supported only by the jack. a jack. Notice: Make sure that the jack lift head is in the correct position or you may damage your vehicle. 7. Position the jack lift head at the { WARNING The repairs would not be covered jack location nearest the flat tire. by your warranty. The location is indicated by a Raising the vehicle with the jack notch in the flange. The jack improperly positioned can must not be used in any other damage the vehicle and even position. make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage, be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (63,1)

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{ WARNING

Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without the appropriate safety equipment and training. If a jack is provided with the vehicle, it is designed only for changing a flat tire. If it is used for anything else, you or others could be badly injured or killed if the vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack Hex Head Jack Shown, Make sure the jack lift head is provided with the vehicle, only Coin/Pierce Jack Similar notch is placed in the flange use it for changing a flat tire. 8. Raise the jack by turning the notch. handle clockwise until it comes Raise the vehicle far enough off in contact with the notch in the the ground so there is enough flange. room for the road tire to clear the ground. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (64,1)

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WARNING (Continued) { WARNING

In an emergency, a cloth or a Never use oil or grease on bolts paper towel can be used; or nuts because the nuts might however, use a scraper or wire come loose. The vehicle's wheel brush later to remove all rust could fall off, causing a crash. or dirt. 13. Reinstall the wheel nuts. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub. 9. Remove all of the wheel nuts. 14. Lower the vehicle by turning 10. Remove the flat tire. the jack handle counterclockwise. { WARNING { WARNING Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can Wheel nuts that are improperly or make wheel nuts become loose incorrectly tightened can cause after time. The wheel could come the wheels to become loose or come off. The wheel nuts should off and cause an accident. When 11. Remove any rust or dirt from be tightened with a torque wrench changing a wheel, remove any the wheel bolts, mounting rust or dirt from places where the surfaces, and spare wheel. (Continued) wheel attaches to the vehicle. 12. Place the compact spare tire (Continued) on the wheel-mounting surface. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (65,1)

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When reinstalling the wheel cover or WARNING (Continued) center cap on the full-size tire, tighten all five plastic caps hand to the proper torque specification snug with the aid of the wheel after replacing. Follow the torque wrench and tighten them with specification supplied by the the wheel wrench an additional aftermarket manufacturer when one‐quarter of a turn. using accessory locking wheel Notice: Wheel covers will not fit nuts. See Capacities and on the vehicle's compact spare. Specifications on page 12‑2 for If you try to put a wheel cover on original equipment wheel nut the compact spare, the cover or torque specifications. the spare could be damaged. 15. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly Notice: Improperly tightened in a crisscross sequence, wheel nuts can lead to brake as shown. pulsation and rotor damage. 16. Lower the jack all the way and To avoid expensive brake repairs, remove the jack from under the evenly tighten the wheel nuts in vehicle. the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification. 17. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly See Capacities and Specifications with the wheel wrench. on page 12‑2 for the wheel nut 18. Remove the wheel blocks and torque specification. return them to their proper storage location. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (66,1)

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Storing a Flat or Spare Tire 6. Place the tool bag tether over and Tools the stow rod and the tool bag rear of the flat tire. { WARNING 7. Turn the retainer nut clockwise until tight. Storing a jack, a tire, or other 8. Replace the load floor. equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could The load floor may not lay flat. cause injury. In a sudden stop or The compact spare is for temporary collision, loose equipment could use only. Replace the compact strike someone. Store all these in spare tire with a full-size tire as the proper place. soon as you can. Coin/Pierce Jack Shown, Hex Head Jack Similar Storing the Compact Spare Tire Storing the Flat Tire and Tools and Tools 3. Place the flat tire in the storage 1. Replace the wheel wrench and compartment with the valve Reverse the instructions for wheel blocks in the tool bag. stem down. removing the spare tire and tools to store the compact spare tire. 2. Remove the foam container from 4. Place the jack and jack handle the rear storage compartment. extension, if the vehicle has one, in the foam container. 5. Place the foam container inside the flat tire. Align the hole with the stow rod. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (67,1)

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Compact Spare Tire Stop as soon as possible and Do not use the compact spare on check that the spare tire is correctly other vehicles. inflated after installing the spare on { WARNING Do not mix the compact spare tire or the vehicle. The compact spare is wheel with other wheels or tires. Driving with more than one designed to perform well at speeds They will not fit. Keep the spare tire up to 105 km/h (65 mph) for compact spare tire at a time could and its wheel together. distances up to 5 000 km (3,000 mi), result in loss of braking and so a trip can be completed and the Notice: Tire chains will not fit the handling. This could lead to a full-size tire repaired or replaced compact spare. Using them can crash and you or others could be when possible. However, the damage the vehicle and can injured. Use only one compact compact spare tire will last longer damage the chains too. Do not spare tire at a time. and be in good shape if it is use tire chains on the compact replaced as soon as possible. spare. If this vehicle has a compact spare Notice: When the compact spare tire, it was fully inflated when the is installed, do not take the vehicle was new; however, it can vehicle through an automatic lose air after a time. Check the car wash with guide rails. inflation pressure regularly. It should The compact spare can get be 420 kPa (60 psi). caught on the rails which can damage the tire, wheel, and other parts of the vehicle. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (68,1)

10-68 Vehicle Care

Jump Starting Notice: Ignoring these steps Connect to a spot as far away could result in costly damage to from the discharged battery as For more information about the the vehicle that would not be possible. vehicle battery, see Battery on covered by the warranty. These locations are used instead of page 10 20. ‑ Trying to start the vehicle by a direct connection to the battery. If the battery has run down, try to pushing or pulling it will not The positive jump start connection use another vehicle and some work, and it could damage the is under a trim cover. Open the jumper cables to start your vehicle. vehicle. cover door to expose the terminal. Be sure to use the following steps to do it safely. 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery with a { WARNING negative ground system. Notice: Only use a vehicle that Batteries can hurt you. They can has a 12-volt system with a be dangerous because: negative ground for jump . They contain acid that can starting. If the other vehicle does burn you. not have a 12-volt system with a negative ground, both vehicles . They contain gas that can can be damaged. explode or ignite. 2. Position the two vehicles so that . They contain enough they are not touching. electricity to burn you. The jump start positive post (B) is located in the engine compartment 3. Set the parking brake firmly and If you do not follow these steps on the driver side of the vehicle. put the shift lever in P (Park). exactly, some or all of these The jump start negative grounding See Shifting Into Park on things can hurt you. point (D) is the engine block or page 9‑24. an engine mounting bolt. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (69,1)

Vehicle Care 10-69

Notice: If any accessories are left on or plugged in during the jump { WARNING { WARNING starting procedure, they could be damaged. The repairs would not Using a match near a battery can Fans or other moving engine be covered by the vehicle cause battery gas to explode. parts can injure you badly. Keep warranty. Whenever possible, People have been hurt doing this, your hands away from moving turn off or unplug all accessories and some have been blinded. parts once the engine is running. on either vehicle when jump Use a flashlight if you need more starting the vehicle. light. 4. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. Be sure the battery has enough Turn off all lights and water. You do not need to add accessories in both vehicles, water to the battery installed in except the hazard warning your new vehicle. But if a battery flashers if needed. has filler caps, be sure the right amount of fluid is there. If it is low, { WARNING add water to take care of that first. If you do not, explosive gas An electric fan can start up even could be present. when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, Battery fluid contains acid that clothing and tools away from any can burn you. Do not get it on 5. Connect one end of the red underhood electric fan. you. If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin, flush positive (+) cable to the jump the place with water and get start positive (+) post (B). medical help immediately. 6. Connect the other end of the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery (A). Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (70,1)

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7. Connect one end of the black To disconnect the jumper cables negative (–) cable to the from both vehicles: negative (–) terminal of the good 1. Disconnect the black battery (C). negative (−) cable from the 8. Connect the other end of the vehicle that had the dead black negative (–) cable to the battery. negative (–) grounding point (D). 2. Disconnect the black 9. Start the engine in the vehicle negative (−) cable from the with the good battery and run vehicle with the good battery. the engine at idle speed for at 3. Disconnect the red positive (+) least four minutes. cable from the vehicle with the 10. Try to start the vehicle that had Jumper Cable Removal good battery. the dead battery. If it will not A. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine 4. Disconnect the red positive (+) start after a few tries, it cable from the other vehicle. probably needs service. Part or Remote Negative (–) Terminal 5. Return the covers over the Notice: If the jumper cables are positive (+) and negative (–) connected or removed in the B. Good Battery or Remote Positive (+) and Remote terminals to their original wrong order, electrical shorting positions. may occur and damage the Negative (–) Terminals vehicle. The repairs would not be C. Dead Battery or Remote covered by the vehicle warranty. Positive (+) Terminal Always connect and remove the jumper cables in the correct order, making sure that the cables do not touch each other or other metal. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (71,1)

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Towing Recreational Vehicle Here are some important things to Towing consider before recreational vehicle Towing the Vehicle towing: Recreational vehicle towing means . What is the towing capacity Notice: To avoid damage, the towing the vehicle behind another of the towing vehicle? disabled vehicle should be vehicle – such as behind a motor Be sure to read the tow towed with all four wheels off home. The two most common types vehicle manufacturer's the ground. Care must be taken of recreational vehicle towing are recommendations. with vehicles that have low known as dinghy towing and dolly ground clearance and/or special towing. Dinghy towing is towing the . How far will the vehicle be equipment. Always flatbed on a vehicle with all four wheels on the towed? Some vehicles have car carrier. ground. Dolly towing is towing the restrictions on how far and how vehicle with two wheels on the long they can tow. Consult your dealer or a ground and two wheels up on a . professional towing service if the Does the vehicle have the device known as a dolly. disabled vehicle must be towed. proper towing equipment? See Roadside Assistance Program See your dealer or trailering on page 13‑6. professional for additional advice and equipment To tow the vehicle behind another recommendations. vehicle for recreational purposes, such as behind a motor home, . Is the vehicle ready to be see“Recreational Vehicle Towing” towed? Just as preparing in this section. the vehicle for a long trip, make sure the vehicle is prepared to be towed. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (72,1)

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Dinghy Towing Dolly Towing 5. Secure the vehicle to the dolly. 6. Release the parking brake.

Notice: If the vehicle is towed Tow the vehicle with the two rear with all four wheels on the wheels on the ground and the front Notice: Towing the vehicle from ground, the drivetrain wheels on a dolly. the rear could damage it. Also, components could be damaged. repairs would not be covered by The repairs would not be covered To tow the vehicle with two wheels on the ground and a dolly: the vehicle warranty. Never have by the vehicle warranty. Do not the vehicle towed from the rear. tow the vehicle with all four 1. Put the front wheels on a dolly. wheels on the ground. 2. Put the gear shift lever in The vehicle was not designed to be P (Park). towed with all four wheels on the ground. If the vehicle must be 3. Set the parking brake. towed, a dolly should be used. 4. Remove the key from the See “Dolly Towing” later in the ignition. section for more information. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (73,1)

Vehicle Care 10-73

Appearance Care Notice: Avoid using high sap, bird droppings, chemicals pressure washes closer than from industrial chimneys, etc., can 30 cm (12 in) to the surface of the damage the vehicle's finish if they Exterior Care vehicle. Use of power washers remain on painted surfaces. Wash Washing the Vehicle exceeding 8,274 kPa (1,200 psi) the vehicle as soon as possible. can result in damage or removal If necessary, use non-abrasive To preserve the vehicle's finish, of paint and decals. cleaners that are marked safe for wash it often and out of direct painted surfaces to remove foreign sunlight. Rinse the vehicle well, before washing and after, to remove all matter. Notice: Do not use petroleum cleaning agents completely. If they Occasional hand waxing or mild based, acidic, or abrasive are allowed to dry on the surface, polishing should be done to remove cleaning agents as they can they could stain. residue from the paint finish. damage the vehicle's paint, Dry the finish with a soft, clean See your dealer for approved metal, or plastic parts. If damage cleaning products. occurs, it would not be covered chamois or an all-cotton towel to by the vehicle's warranty. avoid surface scratches and water Notice: Machine compounding Approved cleaning products can spotting. or aggressive polishing on a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish be obtained from your dealer. Finish Care Follow all manufacturer may damage it. Use only directions regarding correct Application of aftermarket clearcoat non-abrasive waxes and polishes product usage, necessary safety sealant/wax materials is not that are made for a basecoat/ precautions, and appropriate recommended. If painted surfaces clearcoat paint finish on the disposal of any vehicle care are damaged, see your dealer to vehicle. product. have the damage assessed and To keep the paint finish looking new, repaired. Foreign materials such as keep the vehicle garaged or calcium chloride and other salts, ice covered whenever possible. melting agents, road oil and tar, tree Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (74,1)

10-74 Vehicle Care

Protecting Exterior Bright Windshield and Wiper Blades Heavy snow or ice can overload the Metal Parts wipers. If the wiper motor overheats, Clean the outside of the windshield the windshield wipers will stop until Regularly clean bright metal parts with glass cleaner. with water or chrome polish on the motor cools and the wiper Clean rubber blades using lint-free chrome or stainless steel trim, control is turned off. See Electrical cloth or paper towel soaked with if necessary. System Overload on page 10‑28 for windshield washer fluid or a mild more information. For aluminum, never use auto or detergent. Wash the windshield chrome polish, steam, or caustic thoroughly when cleaning the Weatherstrips soap to clean. A coating of wax, blades. Bugs, road grime, sap, and Apply silicone grease on rubbed to high polish, is a buildup of vehicle wash/wax weatherstrips to make them last recommended for all bright metal treatments may cause wiper longer, seal better, and not stick or parts. streaking. squeak. See Recommended Fluids Cleaning Exterior Replace the wiper blades if they and Lubricants on page 11‑12. Lamps/Lenses and Emblems are worn or damaged. Damage can Tires be caused by extreme dusty Use only lukewarm or cold water, a conditions, sand, salt, heat, sun, Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to soft cloth, and a car washing soap snow and ice. clean the tires. to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under "Washing Clear ice and snow from the wiper Notice: Using petroleum-based the Vehicle" later in this section. blades before using them. If frozen tire dressing products on the to the windshield, carefully loosen vehicle may damage the paint them or thaw them. Damaged wiper finish and/or tires. When applying blades should be replaced. See a tire dressing, always wipe off Wiper Blade Replacement on any overspray from all painted page 10‑22 for more information. surfaces on the vehicle. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (75,1)

Vehicle Care 10-75

Wheels and Trim — Aluminum Notice: To avoid surface Body Component Lubrication damage, do not use strong soaps, or Chrome Lubricate all key lock cylinders, chemicals, abrasive polishes, hood hinges, liftgate hinges, trunk Use a soft, clean cloth with mild cleaners, brushes, or cleaners hinges and steel fuel door hinge soap and water to clean the wheels. that contain acid on aluminum or unless the components are plastic. After rinsing thoroughly with clean chrome-plated wheels. Use only Applying silicone grease on water, dry with a soft, clean towel. approved cleaners. Also, never weatherstrips with a clean cloth will A wax may then be applied. drive a vehicle with aluminum or make them last longer, seal better, Keep the wheels clean using a soft, chrome-plated wheels through an and not stick or squeak. clean cloth with mild soap and automatic car wash that uses water. Rinse with clean water. silicone carbide tire cleaning Underbody Maintenance After rinsing thoroughly, dry with a brushes. Damage could occur soft, clean towel. A wax may then and the repairs would not be Use plain water to flush dirt and be applied. covered by the vehicle warranty. debris from the vehicle's underbody. Your dealer or an underbody car Notice: Chrome wheels and other Steering, Suspension, and washing system can do this. If not chrome trim may be damaged if Chassis Components removed, rust and corrosion can the vehicle is not washed after develop. driving on roads that have been Visually inspect front and rear sprayed with magnesium, suspension and steering system for Sheet Metal Damage damaged, loose, or missing parts calcium, or sodium chloride. If the vehicle is damaged and or signs of wear. Inspect power These chlorides are used on requires sheet metal repair or steering lines and hoses for proper roads for conditions such as ice replacement, make sure the body hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, and dust. Always wash the repair shop applies anti-corrosion chafing, etc. Visually check constant chrome with soap and water after material to parts repaired or velocity joints, rubber boots, and exposure. replaced to restore corrosion axle seals for leaks. protection. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (76,1)

10-76 Vehicle Care

Original manufacturer replacement Interior Care Never allow cleaners to remain on parts will provide the corrosion the surface being cleaned for protection while maintaining the To prevent dirt particle abrasions, extended periods of time. vehicle warranty. regularly clean the vehicle's interior. Immediately remove any soils. Cleaners may contain solvents Finish Damage Note that newspapers or dark that can become concentrated in the interior. Before using cleaners, Quickly repair minor chips and garments that can transfer color to home furnishings can also read and adhere to all safety scratches with touch-up materials instructions on the label. While available from your dealer to avoid permanently transfer color to the vehicle's interior. cleaning the interior, maintain corrosion. Larger areas of finish adequate ventilation by opening the damage can be corrected in your Use a soft bristle brush to remove doors and windows. dealer's body and paint shop. dust from knobs and crevices on the instrument cluster. Using a mild To prevent damage, do not clean Chemical Paint Spotting soap solution, immediately remove the interior using the following Airborne pollutants can fall upon hand lotions, sunscreen, and insect cleaners or techniques: and attack painted vehicle surfaces repellant from all interior surfaces or . Never use a razor or any other causing blotchy, ring-shaped permanent damage may result. sharp object to remove a soil discolorations, and small, irregular Your dealer may have products for from any interior surface. dark spots etched into the paint cleaning the interior. Use cleaners . Never use a brush with stiff surface. specifically designed for the bristles. surfaces being cleaned to prevent . Never rub any surface permanent damage. To prevent aggressively or with excessive overspray, apply all cleaners directly to the cleaning cloth. Cleaners pressure. should be removed quickly. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (77,1)

Vehicle Care 10-77

. Do not use laundry detergents Notice: To prevent scratching, To clean: or dishwashing soaps with never use abrasive cleaners on degreasers. For liquid cleaners, 1. Saturate a clean lint-free automotive glass. Abrasive colorfast cloth with water or club use approximately 20 drops cleaners or aggressive cleaning per 3.78 L (1 gal) of water. soda. Microfiber cloth is may damage the rear window recommended to prevent lint A concentrated soap solution defogger. will leave a residue that creates transfer to the fabric or carpet. streaks and attracts dirt. Do not Fabric/Carpet 2. Remove excess moisture by use solutions that contain strong Start by vacuuming the surface gently wringing until water does or caustic soap. using a soft brush attachment. If a not drip from the cleaning cloth. . Do not heavily saturate the rotating brush attachment is being 3. Start on the outside edge of the upholstery when cleaning. used during vacuuming, only use it soil and gently rub toward the on the floor carpet. Before cleaning, . Do not use solvents or cleaners center. Fold the cleaning cloth to gently remove as much of the soil containing solvents. a clean area frequently to as possible using one of the prevent forcing the soil in to the Interior Glass following techniques: fabric. To clean, use a terry cloth fabric . Gently blot liquids with a paper 4. Continue gently rubbing the dampened with water. Wipe droplets towel. Continue blotting until no soiled area until there is no left behind with a clean dry cloth. more soil can be removed. longer any color transfer from Commercial glass cleaners may be . For solid soils, remove as much the soil to the cleaning cloth. used, if necessary, after cleaning as possible prior to vacuuming. 5. If the soil is not completely the interior glass with plain water. removed, use a mild soap solution followed only by club soda or plain water. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (78,1)

10-78 Vehicle Care

If the soil is not completely cleaning and allow them to dry Cleaning the Center removed, it may be necessary to naturally. Never use heat, steam, use a commercial upholstery spot lifters or spot removers. Stack cleaner or spot lifter. Test a small Do not use cleaners that contain Cleaning the Display hidden area for colorfastness before silicone or wax-based products. using a commercial upholstery Cleaners containing these Notice: Using abrasive cleaners cleaner or spot lifter. If ring solvents can permanently change when cleaning glass surfaces formation occurs, clean the entire the appearance and feel of leather could scratch the glass. Use only fabric or carpet. or soft trim and are not a soft cloth and do not spray recommended. cleaner directly on the system as Following the cleaning process, a it could affect the mechanical paper towel can be used to blot Do not use cleaners that increase parts. excess moisture. gloss, especially on the instrument panel. Reflected glare can decrease Do not apply spray cleaner directly Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and visibility through the windshield to the system, the cleaner could Other Plastic Surfaces under certain conditions. affect the mechanical parts. Use a soft microfiber cloth Notice: Use of air fresheners may Do not wipe the panel with a hard dampened with water to remove cause permanent damage to cloth or use a volatile liquid such as dust and loose dirt. For a more plastics and painted surfaces. paint thinner, it could scratch the thorough cleaning, use a soft If an air freshener comes in surface or erase the characters on microfiber cloth dampened with a contact with any plastic or the buttons. mild soap solution. painted surface in the vehicle, Notice: Soaking or saturating blot immediately and clean with a leather, especially perforated soft cloth dampened with a mild leather, as well as other interior soap solution. Damage caused surfaces, may cause permanent by air fresheners would not be damage. Wipe excess moisture covered by the vehicle warranty. from these surfaces after Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (79,1)

Vehicle Care 10-79

Floor Mats Use the following guidelines for Removing and Replacing the proper floor mat usage: Floor Mats { WARNING . The original equipment floor Pull up on the rear of the floor mat mats were designed for your to unlock each retainer and remove. If a floor mat is the wrong size or vehicle. If the floor mats need is not properly installed, it can replacing, it is recommended interfere with the pedals. that GM certified floor mats be Interference with the pedals can purchased. Non-GM floor mats cause unintended acceleration may not fit properly and may and/or increased stopping interfere with the pedals. distance which can cause a crash Always check that the floor mats and injury. Make sure the floor do not interfere with the pedals. mat does not interfere with the . Use the floor mat with the pedals. correct side up. Do not turn it over. . Do not place anything on top of the driver side floor mat. Reinstall by lining up the floor mat . Use only a single floor mat on retainer openings over the carpet the driver side. retainers and snap into position. . Do not place one floor mat on Make sure the floor mat is properly top of another. secured in place. Verify the floor mat does not interfere with the pedals. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (80,1)

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2 NOTES Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (1,1)

Service and Maintenance 11-1

General Information Your dealer recognizes the Service and importance of providing Maintenance Your vehicle is an important competitively priced maintenance investment. This section describes and repair services. With trained the required maintenance for the technicians, the dealer is the place General Information vehicle. Follow this schedule to for routine maintenance such as oil General Information ...... 11-1 help protect against major repair changes and tire rotations and expenses resulting from neglect or additional maintenance items like Maintenance Schedule inadequate maintenance. It may tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper Maintenance Schedule ...... 11-3 also help to maintain the value of blades. the vehicle if it is sold. It is the Notice: Damage caused by Special Application Services responsibility of the owner to have improper maintenance can lead to Special Application all required maintenance performed. Services ...... 11-8 costly repairs and may not be Your dealer has trained technicians covered by the vehicle warranty. Additional Maintenance who can perform required Maintenance intervals, checks, and Care maintenance using genuine inspections, recommended fluids, Additional Maintenance replacement parts. They have and lubricants are important to and Care ...... 11-8 up‐to‐date tools and equipment for keep the vehicle in good working fast and accurate diagnostics. condition. Recommended Fluids, Many dealers have extended The Tire Rotation and Required Lubricants, and Parts evening and Saturday hours, Services are the responsibility of the Recommended Fluids and courtesy transportation, and online vehicle owner. It is recommended to Lubricants ...... 11-12 scheduling to assist with service have your dealer perform these Maintenance Replacement needs. Parts ...... 11-13 services every 12 000 km/7,500 mi. Maintenance Records Maintenance Records ...... 11-14 Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (2,1)

11-2 Service and Maintenance

Proper vehicle maintenance helps to The Additional Required keep the vehicle in good working Services ‐ Severe are for vehicles { WARNING condition, improves fuel economy, that are: and reduces vehicle emissions. Performing maintenance work . Mainly driven in heavy city traffic can be dangerous and can Because of the way people use in hot weather. cause serious injury. Perform vehicles, maintenance needs vary. . Mainly driven in hilly or maintenance work only if the There may need to be more mountainous terrain. required information, proper tools, frequent checks and services. and equipment are available. The Additional Required . Frequently towing a trailer. If they are not, see your dealer to Services Normal are for ‐ . Used for high speed or have a trained technician do the vehicles that: competitive driving. work. See Doing Your Own . Carry passengers and cargo . Used for taxi, police, or delivery Service Work on page 10‑4. within recommended limits on service. the Tire and Loading Information label. See Vehicle Load Limits Refer to the information in the on page 9‑10. Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services ‐ Severe chart. . Are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits. . Use the recommended fuel. See Recommended Fuel on page 9‑41. Refer to the information in the Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services ‐ Normal chart. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (3,1)

Service and Maintenance 11-3

Maintenance Engine Oil Change Tire Rotation and Schedule When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL Required Services Every SOON message displays, have the 12 000 km/7,500 mi Owner Checks and Services engine oil and filter changed within Rotate the tires, if recommended the next 1 000 km/600 mi. If driven for the vehicle, and perform the At Each Fuel Stop under the best conditions, the following services. See Tire . Check the engine oil level. engine oil life system might not Rotation on page 10‑50. See Engine Oil on page 10‑7. indicate the need for vehicle service for more than a year. The engine oil . Check engine oil level and oil Once a Month and filter must be changed at least life percentage. If needed, change engine oil and filter, and . Check the tire inflation once a year and the oil life system reset oil life system. See Engine pressures. See Tire Pressure on must be reset. Your trained dealer Oil on page 10‑7 and Engine Oil page 10‑44. technician can perform this work. If the engine oil life system is reset Life System on page 10‑10. . Inspect the tires for wear. See accidentally, service the vehicle . Check engine coolant level. Tire Inspection on page 10 50. ‑ within 5 000 km/3,000 mi since the See Engine Coolant on . Check the windshield washer last service. Reset the oil life page 10‑13. fluid level. See Washer Fluid on system when the oil is changed. . Check windshield washer fluid page 10 16. See Engine Oil Life System on ‑ level. See Washer Fluid on page 10‑10. page 10‑16. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (4,1)

11-4 Service and Maintenance

. Visually inspect windshield wiper . Check restraint system . Check parking brake and blades for wear, cracking, components. See Safety System automatic transmission park or contamination and replace Check on page 3‑17. mechanism. See Park Brake and worn or damaged blades. See P (Park) Mechanism Check on . Visually inspect fuel system for Exterior Care on page 10‑73. damage or leaks. page 10‑22. Replace wiper blades every . Check accelerator pedal for 20 000 km/12,000 mi or . Visually inspect exhaust system and nearby heat shields for damage, high effort, or binding. 12 months. See Wiper Blade Replace if needed. Replacement on page 10‑22. loose or damaged parts. . Visually inspect gas strut for . Check tire inflation pressures. . Lubricate body components. See Exterior Care on signs of wear, cracks, or other See Tire Pressure on damage. Check the hold open page 10‑73. page 10‑44. ability of the strut. See your . Inspect tire wear. See Tire . Check starter switch. See Starter dealer if service is required. Inspection on page 10 50. Switch Check on page 10‑20. ‑ . Inspect sunroof track and seal, . Visually check for fluid leaks. . Check automatic transmission if equipped. See Sunroof on shift lock control function. See . page 2‑20. Inspect engine air cleaner filter. Automatic Transmission Shift See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on Lock Control Function Check on page 10 11. ‑ page 10‑21. . Inspect brake system. . Check ignition transmission lock. . Visually inspect steering, See Ignition Transmission Lock suspension, and chassis Check on page 10‑21. components for damaged, loose, or missing parts or signs of wear. See Exterior Care on page 10‑73. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (5,1)

Service and Maintenance 11-5 Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (6,1)

11-6 Service and Maintenance

Footnotes — Maintenance b) Or every four years, whichever Schedule Additional Required comes first. Services — Normal c) Or every five years, whichever a) Check all fuel and vapor lines comes first. See Cooling System on and hoses for proper hook-up, page 10‑12. routing, and condition. Check that d) Or every 10 years, whichever the purge valve, if the vehicle has comes first. Inspect for fraying, one, works properly. Replace as excessive cracking, or damage; needed. replace, if needed. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (7,1)

Service and Maintenance 11-7 Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (8,1)

11-8 Service and Maintenance

Footnotes — Maintenance Special Application Additional Schedule Additional Required Services — Severe Services Maintenance and Care a) Check all fuel and vapor lines . Severe Commercial Use Your vehicle is an important and hoses for proper hook-up, Vehicles Only: Lubricate investment and caring for it routing, and condition. Check that chassis components every properly may help to avoid future the purge valve, if the vehicle has 5 000 km/3,000 mi. costly repairs. To maintain one, works properly. Replace as vehicle performance, additional . Have underbody flushing service needed. performed once a year. maintenance services may be b) Or every four years, whichever required. It is recommended comes first. that your dealer perform these services — their trained dealer c) Or every five years, whichever technicians know your vehicle best. comes first. See Cooling System on Your dealer can also perform a page 10‑12. thorough assessment with a d) Or every 10 years, whichever multi‐point inspection to recommend comes first. Inspect for fraying, when your vehicle may need excessive cracking, or damage; attention. The following list is replace, if needed. intended to explain the services and conditions to look for that may indicate services are required. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (9,1)

Service and Maintenance 11-9

Battery Brakes Hoses The battery supplies power to start Brakes stop the vehicle and are Hoses transport fluids and should the engine and operate any crucial to safe driving. be regularly inspected to ensure additional electrical accessories. that there are no cracks or leaks. . Signs of brake wear may include With a multi point inspection, your . To avoid break‐down or failure to chirping, grinding, or squealing ‐ start the vehicle, maintain a noises, or difficulty stopping. dealer can inspect the hoses and battery with full cranking power. advise if replacement is needed. . Trained dealer technicians have . Trained dealer technicians have access to tools and equipment Lamps the diagnostic equipment to test to inspect the brakes and Properly working headlamps, the battery and ensure that the recommend quality parts taillamps, and brake lamps are connections and cables are engineered for the vehicle. important to see and be seen on corrosion‐free. Fluids the road. . Belts Proper fluid levels and approved Signs that the headlamps need attention include dimming, failure . Belts may need replacing if fluids protect the vehicle’s they squeak or show signs of systems and components. to light, cracking, or damage. cracking or splitting. See Recommended Fluids and The brake lamps need to be checked periodically to ensure Lubricants on page 11‑12 for . Trained dealer technicians that they light when braking. can inspect the belts and GM approved fluids. . With a multi point inspection, recommend replacement when . Engine oil and windshield ‐ necessary. washer fluid levels should be your dealer can check the lamps checked at every fuel fill. and note any concerns. . Instrument cluster lights may come on to indicate that fluids may be low and need to be filled. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (10,1)

11-10 Service and Maintenance

Shocks and Struts Tires Vehicle Care Shocks and struts help aid in control Tires need to be properly inflated, To help keep the vehicle looking for a smoother ride. rotated, and balanced. Maintaining like new, vehicle care products the tires can save money, fuel, and are available from your dealer. . Signs of wear may include steering wheel vibration, can reduce the risk of tire failure. For information on how to clean and protect the vehicle s interior and bounce/sway while braking, . Signs that the tires need to be ’ longer stopping distance, replaced include three or more exterior, see Interior Care on or uneven tire wear. visible treadwear indicators; cord page 10‑76 and Exterior Care on or fabric showing through the page 10‑73. . As part of the multi‐point inspection, trained dealer rubber; cracks or cuts in the Wheel Alignment technicians can visually inspect tread or sidewall; or a bulge or split in the tire. Wheel alignment is critical for the shocks and struts for signs ensuring that the tires deliver of leaking, blown seals, . Trained dealer technicians can optimal wear and performance. or damage, and can advise inspect and recommend the right . when service is needed. tires. Your dealer can also Signs that the alignment may provide tire/wheel balancing need to be adjusted include services to ensure smooth pulling, improper vehicle vehicle operation at all speeds. handling, or unusual tire wear. Your dealer sells and services . Your dealer has the required name brand tires. equipment to ensure proper wheel alignment. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (11,1)

Service and Maintenance 11-11

Windshield Wiper Blades For safety, appearance, and the Wiper blades need to be cleaned best viewing, keep the windshield and kept in good condition to clean and clear. provide a clear view. . Signs of damage include . Signs of wear include streaking, scratches, cracks, and chips. skipping across the windshield, and worn or split rubber. . Trained dealer technicians can inspect the windshield and . Trained dealer technicians can recommend proper replacement check the wiper blades and if needed. replace them when needed. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (12,1)

11-12 Service and Maintenance

Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Usage Fluid/Lubricant Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1® specification, or equivalent, Engine Oil of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. See Engine Oil on page 10‑7. 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL Coolant. Engine Coolant See Engine Coolant on page 10‑13. DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 88862806, Hydraulic Brake System in Canada 88862807). Windshield Washer Optikleen® Washer Solvent. Automatic Transmission DEXRON®-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, Key Lock Cylinders in Canada 10953474). Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, Hood, Door, and Trunk Lid Hinges in Canada 10953474). Weatherstrip Lubricant (GM Part No. 3634770, in Canada 10953518) or Weatherstrip Conditioning Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. 12345579, in Canada 992887). Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (13,1)

Service and Maintenance 11-13

Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer.

Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 55560894 A3128C Engine Oil Filter 12605566 PF457G Spark Plugs 12620540 41–108 Wiper Blades Driver Side – 67.5 cm (26.6 in) 13348838 — Passenger Side – 62.5 cm (24.6 in) 13348836 — Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (14,1)

11-14 Service and Maintenance

Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts.

Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (15,1)

Service and Maintenance 11-15

Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (16,1)

11-16 Service and Maintenance

Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (1,1)

Technical Data 12-1

Technical Data Vehicle Identification Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN Vehicle Identification is the engine code. This code Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) identifies the vehicle's engine, Vehicle Identification specifications, and replacement Number (VIN) ...... 12-1 parts. See“Engine Specifications” Service Parts Identification under Capacities and Specifications Label ...... 12-1 on page 12‑2 for the vehicle's engine code. Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications ...... 12-2 Service Parts Engine Drive Belt Routing . . . 12-3 Identification Label This label, located either in the glove box or the trunk area, has the following information: . Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). This legal identifier is in the front . Model designation. corner of the instrument panel, on . Paint information. the left side of the vehicle. It can be . seen through the windshield from Production options and special outside. The VIN also appears on equipment. the Vehicle Certification and Service Do not remove this label from the Parts labels and certificates of title vehicle. and registration. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (2,1)

12-2 Technical Data

Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications Capacities Application Metric English For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a amount, see the refrigerant label located under the hood. See your dealer for more information. Engine Cooling System 5.5 L 5.8 qt Engine Oil with Filter 4.7 L 5.0 qt Fuel Tank 59.0 L 15.6 gal Transmission Fluid* 5.0 L 5.3 qt Wheel Nut Torque 140 Y 100 ft lb *See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 10‑11 for information on checking fluid level. All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual. Recheck fluid level after filling. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (3,1)

Technical Data 12-3

Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 2.4L L4 Engine K Automatic 0.9 mm (0.035 in)

Engine Drive Belt Routing

2.4L L4 Engine Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (4,1)

12-4 Technical Data

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Customer Information 13-1

Reporting Safety Defects Customer Information Customer Reporting Safety Defects to Information the United States Government ...... 13-14 Customer Satisfaction Reporting Safety Defects to Procedure Customer Information the Canadian Your satisfaction and goodwill are Customer Satisfaction Government ...... 13-14 important to your dealer and to Procedure ...... 13-1 Reporting Safety Defects to Buick. Normally, any concerns General Motors ...... 13-15 Customer Assistance with the sales transaction or the Offices ...... 13-4 Vehicle Data Recording and operation of the vehicle will be Customer Assistance for Text resolved by your dealer's sales or Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . . 13-4 Privacy Vehicle Data Recording and service departments. Sometimes, Online Owner Center ...... 13-5 however, despite the best intentions GM Mobility Reimbursement Privacy ...... 13-15 Event Data Recorders ...... 13-15 of all concerned, misunderstandings Program ...... 13-6 ® can occur. If your concern has not Roadside Assistance OnStar ...... 13-16 Navigation System ...... 13-16 been resolved to your satisfaction, Program ...... 13-6 the following steps should be taken: Scheduling Service Radio Frequency Appointments ...... 13-8 Identification (RFID) ...... 13-17 STEP ONE: Discuss your concern Courtesy Transportation Radio Frequency with a member of dealership Program ...... 13-8 Statement ...... 13-17 management. Normally, concerns Collision Damage Repair . . . 13-10 can be quickly resolved at that level. Service Publications If the matter has already been Ordering Information ...... 13-13 reviewed with the sales, service, or parts manager, contact the owner of your dealership or the general manager. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (2,1)

13-2 Customer Information

STEP TWO: If after contacting a When contacting Buick, remember dispute resolution program prior to member of dealership management, that your concern will likely be filing a court action, use of the it appears your concern cannot be resolved at a dealer's facility. program is free of charge and your resolved by your dealership without That is why we suggest following case will generally be heard within further help, in the U.S., call Step One first. 40 days. If you do not agree with the 1-800-521-7300. In Canada, decision given in your case, you STEP THREE — U.S. Owners: contact General Motors of Both General Motors and your may reject it and proceed with any Canada Customer Care Centre dealer are committed to making other venue for relief available at 1‐800-263-3777 (English) or sure you are completely satisfied to you. 1-800-263-7854 (French). with your new vehicle. However, You may contact the BBB Auto We encourage you to call the if you continue to remain unsatisfied Line Program using the toll-free toll-free number in order to give your after following the procedure telephone number or write them at inquiry prompt attention. Have the outlined in Steps One and Two, you the following address: following information available to can file with the Better Business ® BBB Auto Line Program give the Customer Assistance Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program Council of Better Business representative: to enforce your rights. Bureaus, Inc. . Vehicle Identification The BBB Auto Line Program is an 4200 Wilson Boulevard Number (VIN). This is available out-of-court program administered Suite 800 from the vehicle registration or by the Council of Better Business Arlington, VA 22203-1838 title, or the plate at the top left of Bureaus to settle automotive Telephone: 1-800-955-5100 the instrument panel and visible disputes regarding vehicle repairs or www.dr.bbb.org/goauto through the windshield. the interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Although you may . Dealership name and location. be required to resort to this informal . Vehicle delivery date and present mileage. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (3,1)

Customer Information 13-3

This program is available in all of owner disputes involving For further information concerning 50 states and the District of factory-related vehicle service eligibility in the Canadian Motor Columbia. Eligibility is limited by claims. The program provides for Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), vehicle age, mileage, and other the review of the facts involved by call toll-free 1-800-207-0685, or call factors. General Motors reserves an impartial third party arbiter, and the General Motors Customer Care the right to change eligibility may include an informal hearing Centre, 1-800-263-3777 (English), limitations and/or discontinue its before the arbiter. The program is 1-800-263-7854 (French), participation in this program. designed so that the entire dispute or write to: settlement process, from the time STEP THREE — Canadian Mediation/Arbitration Program Owners: In the event that you do you file your complaint to the final c/o Customer Care Centre not feel your concerns have been decision, should be completed in General Motors of Canada Limited addressed after following the approximately 70 days. We believe Mail Code: CA1-163-005 procedure outlined in Steps One our impartial program offers 1908 Colonel Sam Drive and Two, General Motors of Canada advantages over courts in most Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Limited wants you to be aware of jurisdictions because it is informal, quick, and free of charge. The inquiry should be accompanied its participation in a no-charge by the Vehicle Identification Mediation/Arbitration program. Number (VIN). General Motors of Canada Limited has committed to binding arbitration Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (4,1)

13-4 Customer Information

Customer Assistance Canada Mexico, Central America, and Offices General Motors of Canada Limited Caribbean Islands/Countries Customer Care Centre, (Except Puerto Rico and Buick encourages customers to call Mail Code: CA1-163-005 U.S. Virgin Islands) the toll-free number for assistance. 1908 Colonel Sam Drive However, if a customer wishes to General Motors de Mexico, Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 write or e-mail Buick, the letter S. de R.L. de C.V. www.gm.ca should be addressed to: Customer Assistance Center 1-800-263-3777 (English) Av. Ejercito Nacional #843 United States 1-800-263-7854 (French) Col. Granada Buick Customer Assistance Center 1-800-263-3830 (For Text C.P. 11520, Mexico, D.F. P.O. Box 33136 Telephone devices (TTYs)) 01-800-466-0818 Detroit, MI 48232-5136 Roadside Assistance: Long Distance: 011-52-53 29 0818 www.Buick.com 1-800-268-6800 1-800-521-7300 All Overseas Locations Customer Assistance for 1-800-832-8425 (For Text Please contact the local General Text Telephone (TTY) Telephone devices (TTYs)) Motors Business Unit. Users Roadside Assistance: 1-800-252-1112 To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired From Puerto Rico: and who use Text Telephones 1-800-496-9992 (English) (TTYs), Buick has TTY equipment 1-800-496-9993 (Spanish) available at its Customer Assistance From U.S. Virgin Islands: Center. Any TTY user can communicate with Buick by dialing: 1-800-496-9994 1-800-832-8425. TTY users in Canada can dial 1‐800‐263-3830. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (5,1)

Customer Information 13-5

Online Owner Center Other Helpful Links: . Locate owner resources such as lease-end, financing, and Manage your vehicle (U.S.) Buick — www.buick.com warranty information. at buick.com. Click on Buick Merchandise — . Retrieve your favorite articles, “Owners,” then “Manage My www.buickmerchandise.com quizzes, tips and multimedia Buick/Owners Login.” Help Center — galleries organized into the Features and Auto Care Information and services http://www.buick.com/help/faqs.html Sections. customized for your specific . FAQ (Frequently Asked vehicle — all in one convenient Questions) . Download the owner manual for place. your vehicle, quickly and easily. . Contact Us . Digital owner manual, warranty . Find the Buick-recommended information, and more. Buick Owner Centre (Canada) maintenance services for your buickowner.ca vehicle. . Storage for online service and maintenance records. Take a trip to the Buick Owner Centre: . Buick dealer locator for service nationwide. . Chat live with online help representatives. . Exclusive privileges and offers. . Use the Vehicle Tools section. . Recall notices for your specific vehicle. . Access third party enthusiast sites and social media networks. . OnStar and GM Cardmember Services Earnings summaries. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (6,1)

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GM Mobility Roadside Assistance . Odometer reading, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), and Reimbursement Program Program delivery date of the vehicle. For U.S.‐purchased vehicles, call . Description of the problem. 1-800-252-1112; (Text Telephone (TTY): 1‐888‐889‐2438). Coverage For Canadian‐purchased vehicles, Services are provided up to call 1-800-268-6800. 5 years/160 000 km (100,000 miles), whichever comes first. This program is available to Service is available 24 hours a day, qualified applicants for cost 365 days a year. In the U.S., anyone driving the reimbursement of eligible vehicle is covered. In Canada, a aftermarket adaptive equipment Calling for Assistance person driving the vehicle without required for the vehicle, such as When calling Roadside Assistance, permission from the owner is not hand controls or a wheelchair/ have the following information covered. scooter lift for the vehicle. ready: Roadside Assistance is not a part of For more information on the limited . Your name, home address, and the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. offer, visit www.gmmobility.com or home telephone number. Buick and General Motors of call the GM Mobility Assistance Canada Limited reserve the right to Center at 1-800-323-9935. . Telephone number of your make any changes or discontinue Text Telephone (TTY) users, location. the Roadside Assistance program at call 1-800-833-9935. . Location of the vehicle. any time without notification. General Motors of Canada also . Model, year, color, and license Buick and General Motors of has a Mobility Program. plate number of the vehicle. Canada Limited reserve the right to Call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) limit services or payment to an for details. TTY users call 1-800-263-3830. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (7,1)

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owner or driver if they decide the . Flat Tire Change: Service to Services Specific to change a flat tire with the spare claims are made too often, or the Canadian‐Purchased Vehicles same type of claim is made many tire. The spare tire, if equipped, times. must be in good condition and . Fuel delivery: Reimbursement properly inflated. It is the owner's is approximately $5 Canadian. Services Provided responsibility for the repair or Diesel fuel delivery may be restricted. Propane and other . Emergency Fuel Delivery: replacement of the tire if it is not fuels are not provided through Delivery of enough fuel for the covered by the warranty. this service. vehicle to get to the nearest . Battery Jump Start: Service to service station. jump start a dead battery. . Lock-Out Service: Vehicle registration is required. . Lock‐Out Service: Service to Services Not Included in unlock the vehicle if you are Roadside Assistance . Trip Routing Service: Detailed locked out. A remote unlock may maps of North America are be available if you have OnStar. . Impound towing caused by provided when requested either For security reasons, the driver violation of any laws. with the most direct route or the must present identification . Legal fines. most scenic route. There is a before this service is given. six-request limit per year. . Mounting, dismounting, Additional travel information is . Emergency Tow from a Public or changing of snow tires, also available. Allow three Road or Highway: Tow to the chains, or other traction devices. weeks for delivery. nearest Buick dealer for warranty service, or if the vehicle . Towing or services for vehicles was in a crash and cannot be driven on a non-public road or driven. Assistance is also given highway. when the vehicle is stuck in sand, mud, or snow. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (8,1)

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. Trip Interruption Benefits Scheduling Service Courtesy Transportation and Assistance: Must be over 250 kilometers from Appointments Program where the trip was started to When the vehicle requires To enhance your ownership qualify. General Motors of warranty service, contact your experience, we and our participating Canada Limited requires dealer and request an appointment. dealers are proud to offer Courtesy pre-authorization, original By scheduling a service Transportation, a customer support detailed receipts, and a copy appointment and advising the program for vehicles with the of the repair orders. Once service consultant of your Bumper-to-Bumper (Base Warranty authorization has been received, transportation needs, your dealer Coverage period in Canada), the Roadside Assistance advisor can help minimize your extended powertrain, and/or will help you make arrangements inconvenience. warranties specific to e-Assist in and explain how to receive both the U.S. and Canada. payment. If the vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department Several Courtesy Transportation . Alternative Service: immediately, keep driving it until options are available to assist in If assistance cannot be provided it can be scheduled for service, reducing inconvenience when right away, the Roadside unless, of course, the problem is warranty repairs are required. Assistance advisor may give safety related. If it is, please call permission to get local Courtesy Transportation is not a your dealership, let them know this, part of the New Vehicle Limited emergency road service. and ask for instructions. You will receive payment, up to Warranty. A separate booklet $100, after sending the original If your dealer requests you to bring entitled“Warranty and Owner receipt to Roadside Assistance. the vehicle for service, you are Assistance Information” furnished Mechanical failures may be urged to do so as early in the with each new vehicle provides covered, however any cost for work day as possible to allow for detailed warranty coverage parts and labor for repairs not same-day repair. information. covered by the warranty are the owner responsibility. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (9,1)

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Transportation Options Public Transportation or Fuel Courtesy Rental Vehicle Reimbursement Warranty service can generally be Your dealer may arrange to provide completed while you wait. However, If the vehicle requires overnight you with a courtesy rental vehicle or if you are unable to wait, GM helps warranty repairs, and public reimburse you for a rental vehicle to minimize inconvenience by transportation is used instead of that you obtain if the vehicle is kept providing several transportation your dealer's shuttle service, the for an overnight warranty repair. options. Depending on the expense must be supported by Rental reimbursement will be limited circumstances, your dealer can original receipts and can only be up and must be supported by original offer one of the following: to the maximum amount allowed by receipts. This requires that you sign GM for shuttle service. In addition, and complete a rental agreement Shuttle Service for U.S. customers, should you and meet state/provincial, local, and Shuttle service is the preferred arrange transportation through a rental vehicle provider requirements. means of offering Courtesy friend or relative, limited Requirements vary and may include Transportation. Dealers may provide reimbursement for reasonable minimum age requirements, shuttle service to get you to your fuel expenses may be available. insurance coverage, credit card, destination with minimal interruption Claim amounts should reflect actual etc. You are responsible for fuel of your daily schedule. This includes costs and be supported by original usage charges and may also be one‐way or round‐trip shuttle service receipts. See your dealer for responsible for taxes, levies, usage within reasonable time and distance information regarding the allowance fees, excessive mileage, or rental parameters of your dealer's area. amounts for reimbursement of fuel usage beyond the completion of the or other transportation costs. repair. It may not be possible to provide a like vehicle as a courtesy rental. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (10,1)

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Additional Program Collision Damage Repair Recycled original equipment parts Information may also be used for repair. These If the vehicle is involved in a parts are typically removed from All program options, such as shuttle collision and it is damaged, vehicles that were total losses in service, may not be available at have the damage repaired by a prior crashes. In most cases, the every dealer. Please contact your qualified technician using the proper parts being recycled are from dealer for specific information equipment and quality replacement undamaged sections of the vehicle. about availability. All Courtesy parts. Poorly performed collision A recycled original equipment GM Transportation arrangements will be repairs diminish the vehicle resale part may be an acceptable choice to administered by appropriate dealer value, and safety performance can maintain the vehicle's originally personnel. be compromised in subsequent designed appearance and safety General Motors reserves the collisions. performance; however, the history of right to unilaterally modify, Collision Parts these parts is not known. Such parts change, or discontinue Courtesy are not covered by the GM New Transportation at any time and to Genuine GM Collision parts are new Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any resolve all questions of claim parts made with the same materials related failures are not covered by eligibility pursuant to the terms and and construction methods as the that warranty. parts with which the vehicle was conditions described herein at its Aftermarket collision parts are also sole discretion. originally built. Genuine GM Collision parts are the best choice to available. These are made by ensure that the vehicle's designed companies other than GM and may appearance, durability, and safety not have been tested for the vehicle. are preserved. The use of Genuine GM parts can help maintain the GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (11,1)

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As a result, these parts may fit Insuring the Vehicle If the vehicle is leased, the leasing poorly, exhibit premature durability/ company may require you to have Protect your investment in the corrosion problems, and may not insurance that ensures repairs with GM vehicle with comprehensive perform properly in subsequent Genuine GM Original Equipment and collision insurance coverage. collisions. Aftermarket parts are not Manufacturer (OEM) parts or There are significant differences in covered by the GM New Vehicle Genuine Manufacturer replacement the quality of coverage afforded by Limited Warranty, and any vehicle parts. Read the lease carefully, as various insurance policy terms. failure related to such parts is not you may be charged at the end of Many insurance policies provide covered by that warranty. the lease for poor quality repairs. reduced protection to the GM Repair Facility vehicle by limiting compensation If a Crash Occurs for damage repairs by using GM also recommends that you aftermarket collision parts. Some If there has been an injury, call choose a collision repair facility that insurance companies will not emergency services for help. Do not meets your needs before you ever specify aftermarket collision parts. leave the scene of a crash until all need collision repairs. Your dealer When purchasing insurance, we matters have been taken care of. may have a collision repair center recommend that you ensure that the Move the vehicle only if its position with GM-trained technicians and vehicle will be repaired with GM puts you in danger, or you are state‐of‐the‐art equipment, or be original equipment collision parts. instructed to move it by a police able to recommend a collision If such insurance coverage is officer. repair center that has GM-trained not available from your current Give only the necessary information technicians and comparable insurance carrier, consider switching to police and other parties involved equipment. to another insurance carrier. in the crash. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (12,1)

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For emergency towing see If the airbag has inflated, see What Discuss this with the repair Roadside Assistance Program on Will You See after an Airbag professional, and insist on Genuine page 13‑6. Inflates? on page 3‑24. GM parts. Remember, if the vehicle Gather the following information: is leased, you may be obligated to Managing the Vehicle Damage have the vehicle repaired with . Driver name, address, and Repair Process Genuine GM parts, even if your telephone number. In the event that the vehicle requires insurance coverage does not pay . Driver license number. damage repairs, GM recommends the full cost. that you take an active role in its . Owner name, address, and If another party's insurance repair. If you have a pre-determined telephone number. company is paying for the repairs, repair facility of choice, take the you are not obligated to accept a . Vehicle license plate number. vehicle there, or have it towed there. repair valuation based on that . Vehicle make, model, and Specify to the facility that any insurance company's collision model year. required replacement collision parts policy repair limits, as you have no be original equipment parts, either contractual limits with that company. . Vehicle Identification new Genuine GM parts or recycled In such cases, you can have control Number (VIN). original GM parts. Remember, of the repair and parts choices as . Insurance company and policy recycled parts will not be covered by long as the cost stays within number. the GM vehicle warranty. reasonable limits. . General description of the Insurance pays the bill for the damage to the other vehicle. repair, but you must live with the repair. Depending on your policy Choose a reputable repair facility limits, your insurance company that uses quality replacement parts. may initially value the repair See “Collision Parts” earlier in this using aftermarket parts. section. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (13,1)

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Service Publications Owner Information Current and Past Models Ordering Information Owner publications are written Technical Service Bulletins and specifically for owners and intended Manuals are available for current Service Manuals to provide basic operational and past model GM vehicles. information about the vehicle. Service Manuals have the diagnosis ORDER TOLL FREE: and repair information on the The Owner Manual includes the 1-800-551-4123 Monday – Friday engines, transmission, axle, Maintenance Schedule for all 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Eastern Time suspension, brakes, electrical, models. For Credit Card Orders Only steering, body, etc. In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, (VISA-MasterCard-Discover), visit Owner Manual, and Warranty Service Bulletins Helm, Inc. at: www.helminc.com. Booklet. Service Bulletins give additional Or write to: technical service information RETAIL SELL PRICE: Helm, Incorporated needed to knowledgeably service $35.00 (U.S.) plus handling and Attention: Customer Service General Motors cars and trucks. shipping fees. 47911 Halyard Drive Each bulletin contains instructions Without Portfolio: Owner Plymouth, MI 48170 to assist in the diagnosis and Manual only. Prices are subject to change service of the vehicle. RETAIL SELL PRICE: without notice and without incurring $25.00 (U.S.) plus handling and obligation. Allow ample time for shipping fees. delivery. All listed prices are quoted in U.S. funds. Make checks payable in U.S. funds. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (14,1)

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Reporting Safety However, NHTSA cannot Reporting Safety Defects become involved in individual to the Canadian Defects problems between you, your dealer, or General Motors. Government Reporting Safety Defects To contact NHTSA, you may If you live in Canada, and you believe that the vehicle has a to the United States call the Vehicle Safety Hotline Government safety defect, notify Transport toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 Canada immediately, and notify If you believe that your vehicle (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to General Motors of Canada Limited. has a defect which could cause http://www.safercar.gov; or Call Transport Canada at a crash or could cause injury or write to: 1-800-333-0510 or write to: death, you should immediately Administrator, NHTSA Transport Canada inform the National Highway 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E. Road Safety Branch Traffic Safety Administration Washington, D.C. 20590 80 rue Noel (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Gatineau, QC J8Z 0A1 You can also obtain other General Motors. information about motor If NHTSA receives similar vehicle safety from complaints, it may open an http://www.safercar.gov. investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (15,1)

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Reporting Safety Defects Vehicle Data Event Data Recorders to General Motors Recording and This vehicle has an Event Data In addition to notifying NHTSA Privacy Recorder (EDR). The main purpose (or Transport Canada) in a situation of an EDR is to record, in certain like this, please notify General This GM vehicle has a number of crash or near crash-like situations, Motors. sophisticated computers that record such as an airbag deployment or information about the vehicle s hitting a road obstacle, data that will Call 1-800-521-7300, or write: ’ performance and how it is driven. assist in understanding how a Buick Customer Assistance Center For example, the vehicle uses vehicle's systems performed. The P.O. Box 33136 computer modules to monitor and EDR is designed to record data Detroit, MI 48232-5136 control engine and transmission related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of In Canada, call 1-800-263-3777 performance, to monitor the conditions for airbag deployment time, typically 30 seconds or less. (English) or 1-800-263-7854 The EDR in this vehicle is designed (French), or write: and deploy airbags in a crash, and, if so equipped, to provide antilock to record such data as: General Motors of Canada Limited braking to help the driver control the . How various systems in the Customer Care Centre, vehicle. These modules may store vehicle were operating. Mail Code: CA1-163-005 data to help your dealer technician . 1908 Colonel Sam Drive service the vehicle. Some modules Whether or not the driver and Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 may also store data about how you passenger safety belts were operate the vehicle, such as rate of buckled/fastened. fuel consumption or average speed. . How far, if at all, the driver was These modules may also retain the pressing the accelerator and/or owner’s personal preferences, such brake pedal. as radio presets, seat positions, and . How fast the vehicle was temperature settings. traveling. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (16,1)

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This data can help provide a better such as law enforcement, that have OnStar® understanding of the circumstances the special equipment, can read the in which crashes and injuries occur. information if they have access to If the vehicle is equipped with an the vehicle or the EDR. active OnStar system, that system Important: EDR data is recorded may also record data in crash by the vehicle only if a non-trivial GM will not access this data or or near crash‐like situations. crash situation occurs; no data is share it with others except: with the The OnStar Terms and Conditions recorded by the EDR under normal consent of the vehicle owner or, provides information on data driving conditions and no personal if the vehicle is leased, with the collection and use and is available data (e.g., name, gender, age, and consent of the lessee; in response at www.onstar.com (U.S.) or crash location) is recorded. to an official request by police or www.onstar.ca (Canada), or by However, other parties, such as similar government office; as part of pressing the Q button and law enforcement, could combine GM's defense of litigation through the EDR data with the type of the discovery process; or, as speaking to an advisor. See OnStar personally identifying data routinely required by law. Data that GM Overview on page 14‑1 for more acquired during a crash collects or receives may also be information. investigation. used for GM research needs or may Navigation System To read data recorded by an be made available to others for EDR, special equipment is required, research purposes, where a need is If the vehicle has a navigation and access to the vehicle or the shown and the data is not tied to a system, use of the system may EDR is needed. In addition to the specific vehicle or vehicle owner. result in the storage of destinations, vehicle manufacturer, other parties, addresses, telephone numbers, and other trip information. Refer to the navigation manual for information on stored data and for deletion instructions. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (17,1)

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Radio Frequency Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Statement RFID technology is used in some This vehicle has systems that vehicles for functions such as tire operate on a radio frequency that pressure monitoring and ignition comply with Part 15 of the Federal system security, as well as in Communications Commission (FCC) connection with conveniences rules and with Industry Canada such as key fobs for remote door Standards RSS‐GEN/210/220/310. locking/unlocking and starting, and Operation is subject to the following in-vehicle transmitters for garage two conditions: door openers. RFID technology in GM vehicles does not use or record 1. The device may not cause personal information or link with harmful interference. any other GM system containing 2. The device must accept any personal information. interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Changes or modifications to any of these systems by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (18,1)

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2 NOTES Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (1,1)

OnStar 14-1

OnStar OnStar Overview Push Q or call 1‐888‐4‐ONSTAR (1‐888‐466‐7827) to speak to an Advisor. OnStar Overview Push X to: OnStar Overview ...... 14-1 . Make a call, end a call, OnStar Services or answer an incoming call. Emergency ...... 14-2 Security ...... 14-2 . Give OnStar Hands-Free Calling Navigation ...... 14-2 If equipped, this vehicle has a voice commands. Connections ...... 14-4 comprehensive, in-vehicle system . Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn Diagnostics ...... 14-5 that can connect to a live Advisor Navigation voice commands. for Emergency, Security, Navigation, OnStar Additional Information Requires the available Directions Connection, and Diagnostic and Connections service plan. OnStar Additional Services. Information ...... 14-5 The OnStar system status light is next to the OnStar buttons. If the status light is: . Solid Green: System is ready. . Flashing Green: On a call. . Red: Indicates a problem. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (2,1)

14-2 OnStar

Push Q to connect to a live OnStar Services Navigation Advisor to: OnStar navigation requires the . Verify account information or Emergency Directions and Connections update contact information. With Automatic Crash Response, service plan. . Get driving directions. Requires the built-in system can automatically Push Q to receive directions or the available Directions and connect to help in a crash even if have them sent to the vehicle Connections service plan. you cannot ask for it. navigation screen. Destinations . Receive On-Demand Push ] to connect to an can also be forwarded to the Diagnostics for a check on the Emergency Advisor. GPS vehicle from Google Maps™ or vehicle’s key operating systems. technology is used to identify the MapQuest.com. The OnStar mapping database is continuously . Receive Roadside Assistance. vehicle location and can provide critical information to emergency updated. Visit www.onstar.com for Push ] to get a priority connection personnel. The Advisor is also coverage maps. to an Emergency Advisor available trained to offer critical assistance Turn‐by‐Turn Navigation 24/7 to: in emergency situations. Q . Get help for an emergency. 1. Push to connect to a live Security Advisor. . Be a Good Samaritan or respond to an AMBER Alert. OnStar provides services like Stolen 2. Request directions. Vehicle Assistance, Remote Ignition . Get crisis assistance and 3. Directions are downloaded to the Block, and Roadside Assistance, evacuation routes. vehicle. if the vehicle is equipped with these services. OnStar can unlock the 4. Follow the voice-guided vehicle doors remotely, if it is commands. equipped with automatic door locks, and can help police locate the vehicle if it is stolen. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (3,1)

OnStar 14-3

Using Voice Commands Repeat Other Navigation Services During a Planned Route Available from OnStar 1. Push X. System responds: Cancel Route “OnStar ready,” then a tone. OnStar eNav: Allows subscribers to send destinations from Google 2. Say Repeat. System responds 1. Push X. System responds: “ ” Maps and MapQuest.com to with the last direction given, then ™ “OnStar ready,” then a tone. their Turn-by-Turn Navigation or responds with OnStar ready, Say “Cancel route.” System “ ” screen-based navigation system. then a tone. responds: “Would you like to When ready, the directions will be cancel route directions to your 3. Say “Goodbye.” Exits voice downloaded to the vehicle. destination?” commands. Destination Download: Push Q, 2. Say “Yes.” System responds: Get My Destination then request the Advisor to “OK, route canceled.” 1. Push X. System responds: download directions to the 3. Say Goodbye. Exits voice navigation system in the vehicle. “ ” OnStar ready, then a tone. commands. “ ” After the call ends, push the 2. Say “Get my destination.” “Go” button on the navigation Route Preview System responds with miles to screen to begin driving directions. the destination, then responds 1. Push X. System responds: Destinations can also be with OnStar ready, then a tone. “OnStar ready,” then a tone. “ ” downloaded on the go. 2. Say “Route Preview.” System 3. Say “Goodbye.” Exits voice For information about eNav, responds with the next three commands. Destination Download, and maneuvers. coverage maps visit www.onstar.com. 3. Say “Goodbye.” Exits voice commands. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (4,1)

14-4 OnStar

Connections Retrieve My Number 4. Pick a name tag. “System X responds:”About to store . Does that sound OK?” calls to be made and received from “OnStar ready.” the vehicle. The vehicle can also 5. Say “Yes” or “No” to try again. 2. Say My Number. System be controlled from a cell phone “ ” System responds: “OK, storing responds: Your OnStar through the OnStar mobile app. “ .” Hands-Free Calling number is.” See www.onstar.com for Place a Call Using a Stored coverage maps. End a Call Number Hands-Free Calling Push X. System responds: 1. Push X. System responds: 1. Push X. System responds: “Call ended.” “OnStar ready.” “OnStar ready.” Store a Name Tag for Speed 2. Say “Call .” System 2. Say “Dial.” System responds: Dialing responds: “OK, calling Please say the name or number .” “ 1. Push X. System responds: to call.” “OnStar ready.” Verify Minutes and Expiration 3. Say the entire number without 2. Say Store. System responds: X pausing, including a “1” and the “ ” Push and say “minutes” then area code. System responds: “Please say the number you “verify” to check how many minutes would like to store. “OK calling.” ” remain and their expiration date. 3. Say the entire number without pausing. System responds: “Please say the name tag.” Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (5,1)

OnStar 14-5

OnStar Mobile App OnStar Additional How OnStar Service Works With an iPhone® or Information Automatic Crash Response, Android™-based mobile device, Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, an OnStar mobile app can be Transferring Service Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle downloaded. The vehicle can be Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, remote started, if equipped, or the Push Q to request account transfer Roadside Assistance, Turn-by-Turn doors can be unlocked from eligibility information. The Advisor Navigation, and Hands-Free Calling anywhere there is cell phone can assist in canceling or removing are available on most vehicles. service. It can also check the fuel account information. If OnStar Not all OnStar services are level, tire pressure, and oil life. receives information that vehicle available everywhere or on all It can connect to an OnStar Advisor ownership has changed, OnStar vehicles. For more information, anytime. For OnStar mobile app may send a voice message to the a full description of OnStar compatibility or further information, vehicle, requesting updated account services, system limitations, and see www.onstar.com. information. OnStar terms and conditions, see www.onstar.com (U.S.) or Reactivation for Subsequent Diagnostics www.onstar.ca (Canada); contact Owners OnStar at 1-888-4-ONSTAR OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics will Push Q and follow the prompts to (1‐888‐466‐7827) or TTY perform a vehicle check every Q month. It will check the engine, speak to an Advisor as soon as 1‐877‐248‐2080; or push to transmission, antilock brakes, and possible after acquiring the vehicle. speak with an Advisor. OnStar major vehicle systems. It also The Advisor will update vehicle services require a vehicle electrical checks the tire pressures, if the records and will explain the OnStar system, wireless service, and GPS vehicle is equipped with the Tire service offers and options available. satellite technologies to be available Pressure Monitoring System. and operating for features to If a diagnostics check is needed function properly. These systems Q may not operate if the battery is between e-mails, push , and an discharged or disconnected. Advisor can run a check. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (6,1)

14-6 OnStar

OnStar service cannot work unless See Radio Frequency Statement on TTY Users your vehicle is in a place where page 13 17 for information ‑ OnStar has the ability to OnStar has an agreement with a regarding Part 15 of the Federal communicate to the deaf, wireless service provider for service Communications Commission (FCC) hard of hearing, or speech impaired in that area, and the wireless rules and Industry Canada ‐ ‐ ‐ customers while in the vehicle. service provider has coverage, Standards RSS-GEN/210/220/310. The available dealer installed TTY network capacity, reception, and ‐ system can provide in-vehicle technology compatible with OnStar s Services for People with ’ access to all of the OnStar services, service. Service involving location Disabilities except Virtual Advisor and OnStar information about the vehicle cannot Advisors provide services to help Turn‐by‐Turn Navigation. work unless GPS signals are subscribers with physical disabilities available, unobstructed, and and medical conditions. Onstar.com compatible with the OnStar hardware. OnStar service may not Push Q for help with: The website provides access to work if the OnStar equipment is not account information, manages the . Locating a gas station with an OnStar subscription, and allows properly installed or it has not been attendant to pump gas. properly maintained. If equipment viewing of videos of each service. or software is added, connected, . Finding a hotel, restaurant, etc., Get subscription plan pricing or modified, OnStar service may that meets accessibility needs. and sign up for OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics. Click on the “My not work. Other problems beyond . Providing directions to the Account” tab on the home page. OnStar’s control may prevent closest hospital or pharmacy in service such as hills, tall buildings, urgent situations. tunnels, weather, electrical system design and architecture of the vehicle, damage to the vehicle in a crash, or wireless phone network congestion or jamming. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (7,1)

OnStar 14-7

OnStar Personal Identification Potential Issues . In emergency situations, OnStar Number (PIN) can use the last stored GPS Some OnStar services are disabled location to send to emergency A PIN is needed to access some of after five days. OnStar cannot responders. the OnStar services, like Remote perform Remote Door Unlock or . Door Unlock and Stolen Vehicle Stolen Vehicle Assistance after the A temporary loss of GPS can Assistance. You will be prompted vehicle has been off continuously cause loss of the ability to send to change the PIN the first time for five days. After five days, OnStar a Turn-by-Turn Navigation route. when speaking with an Advisor. can contact Roadside Assistance The Advisor may give a verbal To change the OnStar PIN, call and a locksmith to help gain access route or may ask for a call back OnStar and provide the Advisor to the vehicle. after the vehicle is driven into an with the current number. open area. Global Positioning Warranty System (GPS) Cellular and GPS Antennas Avoid placing items over or near the OnStar equipment may be . Obstruction of the GPS can warranted as part of the new-vehicle occur in a large city with tall antenna to prevent blocking cellular limited warranty. The manufacturer buildings; in parking garages; and GPS signal reception. Cellular of the vehicle furnishes detailed around airports; in tunnels, reception is required for OnStar to warranty information. underpasses, or parking send remote signals to the vehicle. garages; or in an area with very Languages dense trees. If GPS signals are The vehicle can be programmed to not available, the OnStar system respond in French or Spanish. should still operate to call Push Q and ask an Advisor. OnStar. However, OnStar could Advisors can speak French or have difficulty identifying the Spanish. exact location. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (8,1)

14-8 OnStar

Unable to Connect to OnStar Add-on Electrical Equipment Message The OnStar system is integrated If there is limited cellular coverage into the electrical architecture of the or the cellular network has reached vehicle. Do not add any electrical maximum capacity, this message equipment. See Add-On Electrical may come on. Push Q to try the Equipment on page 9‑52. Added call again or try again after driving a electrical equipment may interfere few miles into another cellular area. with the operation of the OnStar system and cause it to not operate. Vehicle and Power Issues Privacy OnStar services require a vehicle electrical system, wireless service, The complete OnStar Privacy and GPS satellite technologies to be Statement may be found at available and operating for features www.onstar.com. Privacy-sensitive to function properly. These systems users of wireless communications may not operate if the battery is are cautioned that the privacy of any discharged or disconnected. information sent via wireless cellular communications cannot be assured. Third parties may unlawfully intercept or access transmissions and private communications without consent. Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (1,1)

INDEX i-1

A Airbags Ashtrays ...... 5-6 Adding Equipment to the Assistance Program, Accessories and Vehicle ...... 3-29 Roadside ...... 13-6 Modifications ...... 10-3 Passenger Status Indicator . . .5-12 Audio Players ...... 7-22 Accessory Power ...... 9-24 Readiness Light ...... 5-11 CD ...... 7-22 Add-On Electrical Servicing Airbag-Equipped MP3 ...... 7-25 Equipment ...... 9-52 Vehicles ...... 3-29 Audio System Additional Information, System Check ...... 3-18 Backglass Antenna ...... 7-21 OnStar® ...... 14-5 Alarm System Radio Reception ...... 7-20 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine . . . . . 10-11 Anti-theft ...... 2-14 Theft-Deterrent Feature ...... 7-2 Air Vents ...... 8-6 AM-FM Radio ...... 7-12 Automatic Airbag System Antenna Door Locks ...... 2-11 Check ...... 3-30 Multi-band ...... 7-21 Headlamp System ...... 6-3 How Does an Airbag Satellite Radio ...... 7-21 Transmission ...... 9-28 Restrain? ...... 3-23 Anti-theft Transmission Fluid ...... 10-11 Passenger Sensing Alarm System ...... 2-14 Automatic Transmission System ...... 3-25 Alarm System Messages . . . . .5-28 Manual Mode ...... 9-30 What Makes an Airbag Antilock Brake Shift Lock Control Inflate? ...... 3-23 System (ABS) ...... 9-31 Function Check ...... 10-21 What Will You See after an Warning Light ...... 5-16 Auxiliary Airbag Inflates? ...... 3-24 Appearance Care Devices ...... 7-26 When Should an Airbag Exterior ...... 10-73 Inflate? ...... 3-22 Interior ...... 10-76 Where Are the Airbags? ...... 3-20 Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (2,1)

i-2 INDEX

B Bulb Replacement (cont'd) Carbon Monoxide Headlamps, Front Turn Engine Exhaust ...... 9-26 Battery ...... 10-20 Signal, and Parking Trunk ...... 2-12 Jump Starting ...... 10-68 Lamps ...... 10-23 Winter Driving ...... 9-8 Power Protection ...... 6-6 License Plate Lamps ...... 10-26 Cautions, Danger, and Voltage and Charging Taillamps, Turn Signal, Warnings ...... iv Messages ...... 5-25 Stoplamps, and CD Player ...... 7-22 Blade Replacement, Wiper . . . 10-22 Back-up Lamps ...... 10-25 Center Console Storage ...... 4-2 Bluetooth ...... 7-30, 7-31, 7-35 Buying New Tires ...... 10-53 Chains, Tire ...... 10-58 Brake Charging System Light ...... 5-12 System Warning Light ...... 5-15 Check Brakes ...... 10-17 C Engine Light ...... 5-13 Antilock ...... 9-31 Calibration ...... 5-4 Ignition Assist ...... 9-34 California Transmission Lock ...... 10-21 Fluid ...... 10-18 Fuel Requirements ...... 9-41 Child Restraints Parking ...... 9-32 Perchlorate Materials Infants and Young System Messages ...... 5-25 Requirements ...... 10-3 Children ...... 3-33 Braking ...... 9-3 Warning ...... 10-3 Lower Anchors and Break-In, New Vehicle ...... 9-15 Canadian Vehicle Owners ...... iii Tethers for Children ...... 3-39 Bulb Replacement ...... 10-27 Capacities and Older Children ...... 3-31 Fog Lamps ...... 10-24 Specifications ...... 12-2 Securing ...... 3-46, 3-49 Headlamp Aiming ...... 10-23 Systems ...... 3-36 Headlamps ...... 10-23 Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (3,1)

INDEX i-3

Cigarette Lighter ...... 5-6 Cooling System ...... 10-12 D Circuit Breakers ...... 10-28 Engine Messages ...... 5-26 Damage Repair, Collision . . . . . 13-10 Cleaning Courtesy Lamps ...... 6-5 Danger, Warnings, and Exterior Care ...... 10-73 Courtesy Transportation Cautions ...... iv Interior Care ...... 10-76 Program ...... 13-8 Data Recorders, Event ...... 13-15 Climate Control Systems ...... 8-1 Cruise Control ...... 9-38 Daytime Running Air Conditioning ...... 8-1 Light ...... 5-20 Lamps (DRL) ...... 6-2 Dual Automatic ...... 8-3 Cupholders ...... 4-2 Defensive Driving ...... 9-3 Heating ...... 8-1 Customer Assistance ...... 13-4 Devices, Auxiliary ...... 7-26 Clock ...... 5-4 Offices ...... 13-4 ® Diagnostics, OnStar ...... 14-5 Cluster, Instrument ...... 5-8 Text Telephone (TTY) Distracted Driving ...... 9-2 Collision Damage Repair . . . . . 13-10 Users ...... 13-4 Dome Lamps ...... 6-5 Compact Spare Tire ...... 10-67 Customer Information Door Compass ...... 5-4 Service Publications Ajar Light ...... 5-20 Messages ...... 5-25 Ordering Information ...... 13-13 Ajar Messages ...... 5-26 Connections, OnStar® ...... 14-4 Customer Satisfaction Locks ...... 2-10 Control of a Vehicle ...... 9-3 Procedure ...... 13-1 Power Locks ...... 2-11 Convex Mirrors ...... 2-16 Drive Belt Routing, Engine . . . . . 12-3 Coolant Driver Information Engine ...... 10-13 Center (DIC) ...... 5-21 Engine Temperature Gauge ...... 5-10 Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (4,1)

i-4 INDEX

Driving Electrical System Engine (cont'd) Characteristics and Engine Compartment Exhaust ...... 9-26 Towing Tips ...... 9-46 Fuse Block ...... 10-29 Heater ...... 9-23 Defensive ...... 9-3 Fuses and Circuit Oil Life System ...... 10-10 Drunk ...... 9-3 Breakers ...... 10-28 Oil Messages ...... 5-27 For Better Fuel Economy . . . . .1-22 Instrument Panel Fuse Overheating ...... 10-16 Highway Hypnosis ...... 9-7 Block ...... 10-32 Power Messages ...... 5-27 Hill and Mountain Roads ...... 9-7 Overload ...... 10-28 Pressure Light ...... 5-18 If the Vehicle is Stuck ...... 9-10 Rear Compartment Fuse Running While Parked ...... 9-27 Loss of Control ...... 9-5 Block ...... 10-34 Starting ...... 9-20 Off-Road Recovery ...... 9-5 Emergency, OnStar® ...... 14-2 Entry Lighting ...... 6-6 Vehicle Load Limits ...... 9-10 Engine Equipment, Towing ...... 9-51 Wet Roads ...... 9-6 Air Cleaner/Filter ...... 10-11 Event Data Recorders ...... 13-15 Winter ...... 9-8 Check and Service Engine Exit Lighting ...... 6-6 Dual Automatic Climate Soon Light ...... 5-13 Extender, Safety Belt ...... 3-17 Control System ...... 8-3 Compartment Overview ...... 10-6 Exterior Lamp Controls ...... 6-1 Coolant ...... 10-13 E Coolant Temperature F E85 Fuel ...... 9-43 Gauge ...... 5-10 Filter, Electric Parking Brake Light . . . 5-16 Cooling System ...... 10-12 Engine Air Cleaner ...... 10-11 Electrical Equipment, Cooling System Messages . . .5-26 Flash-to-Pass ...... 6-2 Add-On ...... 9-52 Drive Belt Routing ...... 12-3 Flashers, Hazard Warning ...... 6-4 Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (5,1)

INDEX i-5

Flat Tire ...... 10-58 Fuel (cont'd) G Changing ...... 10-60 Filling the Tank ...... 9-44 Gasoline Floor Mats ...... 10-79 Foreign Countries ...... 9-42 Specifications ...... 9-41 Fluid Gasoline Specifications ...... 9-41 Gauges Automatic Transmission . . . . .10-11 Gauge ...... 5-9 Engine Coolant Brakes ...... 10-18 Low Fuel Warning Light ...... 5-19 Temperature ...... 5-10 Washer ...... 10-16 Recommended ...... 9-41 Fuel ...... 5-9 Fog Lamps Requirements, California . . . . .9-41 Odometer ...... 5-9 Bulb Replacement ...... 10-24 System Messages ...... 5-27 Speedometer ...... 5-9 Front ...... 6-4 Fuses Tachometer ...... 5-9 Folding Mirrors ...... 2-17 Engine Compartment Trip Odometer ...... 5-9 Front Fog Lamp Fuse Block ...... 10-29 Warning Lights and Light ...... 5-20 Fuses and Circuit Indicators ...... 5-7 Front Seats Breakers ...... 10-28 General Information Adjustment ...... 3-3 Instrument Panel Fuse Service and Maintenance . . . . . 11-1 Heated ...... 3-7 Block ...... 10-32 Towing ...... 9-46 Fuel ...... 9-40 Rear Compartment Fuse Vehicle Care ...... 10-2 Additives ...... 9-42 Block ...... 10-34 Glove Box ...... 4-1 E85 (85% Ethanol) ...... 9-43 GM Mobility Reimbursement Economy Driving ...... 1-22 Program ...... 13-6 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ...... 9-45 Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (6,1)

i-6 INDEX

H Hill Start Assist (HSA) ...... 9-34 J Hood ...... 10-4 Hazard Warning Flashers ...... 6-4 Jump Starting ...... 10-68 Horn ...... 5-3 Head Restraints ...... 3-2 How to Wear Safety Belts Headlamps Properly ...... 3-11 K Aiming ...... 10-23 Key and Lock Messages ...... 5-27 Automatic ...... 6-3 Keyless Entry Bulb Replacement ...... 10-23 I Remote (RKE) System ...... 2-3 Ignition Positions ...... 9-16, 9-18 Daytime Running Keys ...... 2-2 Lamps (DRL) ...... 6-2 Ignition Transmission Lock Flash-to-Pass ...... 6-2 Check ...... 10-21 High-Beam On Light ...... 5-20 Immobilizer ...... 2-14 L High/Low Beam Changer ...... 6-2 Infants and Young Children, Labeling, Tire Sidewall ...... 10-38 Lamps On Reminder ...... 5-20 Restraints ...... 3-33 Lamps Heated Infotainment ...... 7-1 Courtesy ...... 6-5 Steering Wheel ...... 5-3 Instrument Cluster ...... 5-8 Daytime Running (DRL) ...... 6-2 Heated Front Seats ...... 3-7 Instrument Panel Dome ...... 6-5 Heated Mirrors ...... 2-17 Storage Area ...... 4-1 Exterior Controls ...... 6-1 Heater Instrument Panel Overview . . . . . 1-2 Front Fog ...... 6-4 Engine ...... 9-23 Introduction ...... iii Headlamps, Front Turn Heating and Air Conditioning . . . 8-1 Signal, and Parking High-Beam On Light ...... 5-20 Lamps ...... 10-23 Highway Hypnosis ...... 9-7 License Plate ...... 10-26 Hill and Mountain Roads ...... 9-7 Malfunction Indicator ...... 5-13 Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (7,1)

INDEX i-7

Lamps (cont'd) Lights (cont'd) M On Reminder ...... 5-20 Flash-to-Pass ...... 6-2 Maintenance Reading ...... 6-6 Front Fog Lamp ...... 5-20 Records ...... 11-14 Lap-Shoulder Belt ...... 3-12 High-Beam On ...... 5-20 Maintenance Schedule LATCH System High/Low Beam Changer ...... 6-2 Recommended Fluids Replacing Parts after a Low Fuel Warning ...... 5-19 and Lubricants ...... 11-12 Crash ...... 3-46 Safety Belt Reminders ...... 5-10 Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . 5-13 LATCH, Lower Anchors and Security ...... 5-19 Manual Mode ...... 9-30 Tethers for Children ...... 3-39 StabiliTrak® OFF ...... 5-17 Messages Lighter, Cigarette ...... 5-6 Tire Pressure ...... 5-18 Anti-theft Alarm System ...... 5-28 Lighting Traction Control System Battery Voltage and Entry ...... 6-6 (TCS)/StabiliTrak® ...... 5-17 Charging ...... 5-25 Exit ...... 6-6 Traction Off ...... 5-17 Brake System ...... 5-25 Illumination Control ...... 6-5 Locks Compass ...... 5-25 Lights Automatic Door ...... 2-11 Door Ajar ...... 5-26 Airbag Readiness ...... 5-11 Door ...... 2-10 Engine Cooling System ...... 5-26 Antilock Brake System Power Door ...... 2-11 Engine Oil ...... 5-27 (ABS) Warning ...... 5-16 Safety ...... 2-11 Engine Power ...... 5-27 Brake System Warning ...... 5-15 Loss of Control ...... 9-5 Fuel System ...... 5-27 Charging System ...... 5-12 Low Fuel Warning Light ...... 5-19 Key and Lock ...... 5-27 Cruise Control ...... 5-20 Low-Profile Tires ...... 10-37 Ride Control System ...... 5-28 Door Ajar ...... 5-20 Lower Anchors and Tethers Tire ...... 5-28 Electric Parking Brake ...... 5-16 for Children (LATCH Transmission ...... 5-29 Engine Oil Pressure ...... 5-18 System) ...... 3-39 Vehicle ...... 5-24 Washer Fluid ...... 5-29 Window ...... 5-30 Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (8,1)

i-8 INDEX

Mirrors Oil P Automatic Dimming Engine ...... 10-7 Park Rearview ...... 2-17 Engine Oil Life System . . . . . 10-10 Shifting Into ...... 9-24 Convex ...... 2-16 Messages ...... 5-27 Shifting Out of ...... 9-25 Folding ...... 2-17 Pressure Light ...... 5-18 Parking Heated ...... 2-17 Older Children, Restraints . . . . . 3-31 Brake ...... 9-32 Manual Rearview ...... 2-17 Online Owner Center ...... 13-5 Brake and P (Park) Power ...... 2-16 OnStar® Mechanism Check ...... 10-22 Monitor System, Tire Additional Information ...... 14-5 Over Things That Burn ...... 9-26 Pressure ...... 10-45 Connections ...... 14-4 Passenger Airbag Status MP3 ...... 7-25 Diagnostics ...... 14-5 Indicator ...... 5-12 Multi-band Antenna ...... 7-21 Emergency ...... 14-2 Passenger Sensing System . . . 3-25 Navigation ...... 14-2 Perchlorate Materials Overview ...... 14-1 N Requirements, California . . . . . 10-3 Security ...... 14-2 Navigation Personalization ® System, In Brief ...... 1-23 OnStar ...... 14-2 Vehicle ...... 5-30 Operation, Infotainment Vehicle Data Recording Phone System ...... 7-9 and Privacy ...... 13-16 Bluetooth ...... 7-30, 7-31, 7-35 Ordering New Vehicle Break-In ...... 9-15 Power Service Publications ...... 13-13 Door Locks ...... 2-11 Outlets Mirrors ...... 2-16 O Power ...... 5-5 Outlets ...... 5-5 Odometer ...... 5-9 Overheating, Engine ...... 10-16 Protection, Battery ...... 6-6 Trip ...... 5-9 Overview, Infotainment Retained Accessory (RAP) . . .9-24 Off-Road System ...... 7-2, 7-4 Seat Adjustment ...... 3-4 Recovery ...... 9-5 Overview, OnStar® ...... 14-1 Windows ...... 2-18 Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (9,1)

INDEX i-9

Pregnancy, Using Safety Recommended Fluids and Restraints Belts ...... 3-16 Lubricants ...... 11-12 Where to Put ...... 3-37 Privacy Records Retained Accessory Radio Frequency Maintenance ...... 11-14 Power (RAP) ...... 9-24 Identification (RFID) ...... 13-17 Recreational Vehicle Ride Control Systems Program Towing ...... 10-71 Messages ...... 5-28 Courtesy Transportation ...... 13-8 Reimbursement Program, Roads Proposition 65 Warning, GM Mobility ...... 13-6 Driving, Wet ...... 9-6 California ...... 10-3 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Roadside Assistance System ...... 2-3 Program ...... 13-6 R Remote Vehicle Start ...... 2-8 Roof Radio Frequency Replacement Bulbs ...... 10-27 Sunroof ...... 2-20 Identification (RFID) ...... 13-17 Replacement Parts Rotation, Tires ...... 10-50 Statement ...... 13-17 Airbags ...... 3-31 Routing, Engine Drive Belt . . . . . 12-3 Radios Maintenance ...... 11-13 Running the Vehicle While AM-FM Radio ...... 7-12 Replacing Airbag System ...... 3-31 Parked ...... 9-27 Reception ...... 7-20 Replacing LATCH System Satellite ...... 7-17 Parts after a Crash ...... 3-46 S Reading Lamps ...... 6-6 Replacing Safety Belt Safety Belts ...... 3-10 Rear Seats ...... 3-8 System Parts after a Crash . . . 3-17 Care ...... 3-17 Rearview Mirrors ...... 2-17 Reporting Safety Defects Extender ...... 3-17 Automatic Dimming ...... 2-17 Canadian Government ...... 13-14 How to Wear Safety Belts Reclining Seatbacks ...... 3-5 General Motors ...... 13-15 Properly ...... 3-11 Recommended U.S. Government ...... 13-14 Lap-Shoulder Belt ...... 3-12 Fuel ...... 9-41 Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (10,1)

i-10 INDEX

Safety Belts (cont'd) Service Specifications and Reminders ...... 5-10 Accessories and Capacities ...... 12-2 Replacing after a Crash ...... 3-17 Modifications ...... 10-3 Speedometer ...... 5-9 Use During Pregnancy ...... 3-16 Doing Your Own Work ...... 10-4 StabiliTrak Safety Defects Reporting Engine Soon Light ...... 5-13 OFF Light ...... 5-17 Canadian Government ...... 13-14 Maintenance Records ...... 11-14 System ...... 9-36 General Motors ...... 13-15 Maintenance, General Start Assist, Hills ...... 9-34 U.S. Government ...... 13-14 Information ...... 11-1 Start Vehicle, Remote ...... 2-8 Safety Locks ...... 2-11 Parts Identification Label . . . . .12-1 Starter Switch Check ...... 10-20 Safety System Check ...... 3-17 Publications Ordering Starting the Engine ...... 9-20 Satellite Radio ...... 7-17 Information ...... 13-13 Steering ...... 9-4 Scheduling Appointments ...... 13-8 Scheduling Appointments . . . . .13-8 Heated Wheel ...... 5-3 Seats Servicing the Airbag ...... 3-29 Wheel Adjustment ...... 5-2 Adjustment, Front ...... 3-3 Shift Lock Control Function Wheel Controls ...... 5-2 Head Restraints ...... 3-2 Check, Automatic Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps Heated Front ...... 3-7 Transmission ...... 10-21 Bulb Replacement ...... 10-25 Power Adjustment, Front ...... 3-4 Shifting Storage Areas Rear ...... 3-8 Into Park ...... 9-24 Center Console ...... 4-2 Reclining Seatbacks ...... 3-5 Out of Park ...... 9-25 Glove Box ...... 4-1 Securing Child Signals, Turn and Instrument Panel ...... 4-1 Restraints ...... 3-46, 3-49 Lane-Change ...... 6-4 Stuck Vehicle ...... 9-10 Security Spare Tire Sun Visors ...... 2-20 Light ...... 5-19 Compact ...... 10-67 OnStar® ...... 14-2 Vehicle ...... 2-14 Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (11,1)

INDEX i-11

Sunroof ...... 2-20 Tires (cont'd) Traction Symbols ...... iv Inspection ...... 10-50 Control System (TCS) ...... 9-34 System Low Profile ...... 10-37 Control System (TCS)/ Infotainment ...... 7-1 Messages ...... 5-28 StabiliTrak® Light ...... 5-17 Pressure Light ...... 5-18 Off Light ...... 5-17 T Pressure Monitor System . . . 10-45 Trailer Tachometer ...... 5-9 Rotation ...... 10-50 Towing ...... 9-50 Taillamps Sidewall Labeling ...... 10-38 Transmission Bulb Replacement ...... 10-25 Terminology and Automatic ...... 9-28 Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . 13-4 Definitions ...... 10-40 Fluid, Automatic ...... 10-11 Theft-Deterrent Uniform Tire Quality Messages ...... 5-29 Systems ...... 2-14, 2-15 Grading ...... 10-55 Transportation Program, Immobilizer ...... 2-14 Wheel Alignment and Tire Courtesy ...... 13-8 Time ...... 5-4 Balance ...... 10-56 Trip Odometer ...... 5-9 Tires Wheel Replacement ...... 10-57 Trunk ...... 2-12 Buying New Tires ...... 10-53 When It Is Time for New Turn and Lane-Change Chains ...... 10-58 Tires ...... 10-52 Signals ...... 6-4 Changing ...... 10-60 Winter ...... 10-37 Turn Signal Compact Spare ...... 10-67 Towing Bulb Replacement ...... 10-25 Designations ...... 10-40 Driving Characteristics ...... 9-46 Different Size ...... 10-54 Equipment ...... 9-51 U If a Tire Goes Flat ...... 10-58 General Information ...... 9-46 Uniform Tire Quality Inflation Monitor System . . . . 10-46 Recreational Vehicle ...... 10-71 Grading ...... 10-55 Trailer ...... 9-50 Using This Manual ...... iv Vehicle ...... 10-71 Buick Verano Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (12,1)

i-12 INDEX

V W When It Is Time for New Tires ...... 10-52 Vehicle Warning Where to Put the Restraint . . . . 3-37 Canadian Owners ...... iii Brake System Light ...... 5-15 Windows ...... 2-18 Control ...... 9-3 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Messages ...... 5-30 Identification Indicators ...... 5-7 Power ...... 2-18 Number (VIN) ...... 12-1 Warnings ...... iv Windshield Load Limits ...... 9-10 Cautions and Danger ...... iv Wiper/Washer ...... 5-3 Messages ...... 5-24 Hazard Flashers ...... 6-4 Winter Personalization ...... 5-30 Washer Fluid ...... 10-16 Driving ...... 9-8 Remote Start ...... 2-8 Messages ...... 5-29 Winter Tires ...... 10-37 Security ...... 2-14 Wheels Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . 10-22 Towing ...... 10-71 Alignment and Tire Vehicle Care Balance ...... 10-56 Tire Pressure ...... 10-44 Different Size ...... 10-54 Ventilation, Air ...... 8-6 Replacement ...... 10-57 Visors ...... 2-20