2013 Buick Lacrosse Owner Manual M
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Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual - 2013 - 1st crc - 4/10/12 Black plate (1,1) 2013 Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual M 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 Additional Storage Features . 4-2 Air Vents . 8-6 Vehicle Features . 1-15 Maintenance . 8-7 eAssist Features . 1-19 Instruments and Controls . 5-1 Performance and Controls . 5-2 Driving and Operating . 9-1 Maintenance . 1-22 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Driving Information . 9-2 Indicators . 5-8 Starting and Operating . 9-14 Keys, Doors, and Information Displays . 5-25 Engine Exhaust . 9-26 Windows . 2-1 Vehicle Messages . 5-32 Automatic Transmission . 9-27 Keys and Locks . 2-1 Vehicle Personalization . 5-39 Drive Systems . 9-30 Doors . 2-11 Universal Remote System . 5-45 Brakes . 9-31 Vehicle Security. 2-12 Ride Control Systems . 9-34 Exterior Mirrors . 2-15 Lighting . 6-1 Cruise Control . 9-37 Interior Mirrors . 2-16 Exterior Lighting . 6-1 Object Detection Systems . 9-40 Windows . 2-17 Interior Lighting . 6-5 Fuel . 9-46 Roof . 2-19 Lighting Features . 6-6 Towing. 9-51 Conversions and Add-Ons . 9-57 Seats and Restraints . 3-1 Infotainment System . 7-1 Head Restraints . 3-2 Introduction . 7-1 Vehicle Care . 10-1 Front Seats . 3-3 Radio . 7-9 General Information . 10-2 Rear Seats . 3-10 Audio Players . 7-14 Vehicle Checks . 10-3 Safety Belts . 3-11 Phone . 7-20 Headlamp Aiming . 10-31 Airbag System . 3-19 Trademarks and License Bulb Replacement . 10-31 Child Restraints . 3-32 Agreements . 7-32 Electrical System . 10-35 Wheels and Tires . 10-42 Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual - 2013 - 1st crc - 4/10/12 Black plate (2,1) 2013 Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual M Jump Starting . 10-87 OnStar . 14-1 Towing. 10-90 OnStar Overview. 14-1 Appearance Care . 10-92 OnStar Services . 14-2 OnStar Additional Service and Maintenance . 11-1 Information . 14-5 General Information . 11-1 Maintenance Schedule . 11-2 Index . i-1 Special Application Services . 11-8 Additional Maintenance and Care . 11-9 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts . 11-12 Maintenance Records . 11-15 Technical Data . 12-1 Vehicle Identification . 12-1 Vehicle Data . 12-2 Customer Information . 13-1 Customer Information . 13-1 Reporting Safety Defects . 13-17 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy. 13-19 Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual - 2013 - 1st crc - 4/10/12 Black plate (3,1) Introduction iii For vehicles first sold in Canada, Using this Manual substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Buick To quickly locate information about Motor Division wherever it appears the vehicle, use the Index in the in this manual. back of the manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is in the Keep this manual in the vehicle for manual and the page number where The names, logos, emblems, quick reference. it can be found. slogans, vehicle model names, and vehicle body designs appearing in Canadian Vehicle Owners Danger, Warnings, and this manual including, but not limited to, GM, the GM logo, BUICK, the Propriétaires Canadiens Cautions BUICK Emblem, and LACROSSE A French language copy of this Warning messages found on vehicle are trademarks and/or service manual can be obtained from your labels and in this manual describe marks of General Motors LLC, its dealer or from: hazards and what to do to avoid or subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors. reduce them. On peut obtenir un exemplaire de This manual describes features that ce guide en français auprès du Danger indicates a hazard with a may or may not be on your specific concessionnaire ou à l'adresse high level of risk which will result in vehicle either because they are suivante: serious injury or death. options that you did not purchase or Warning or Caution indicates a due to changes subsequent to the Helm, Incorporated Attention: Customer Service hazard that could result in injury or printing of this owner manual. 47911 Halyard Drive death. Please refer to the purchase documentation relating to your Plymouth, MI 48170 specific vehicle to confirm each of the features found on your vehicle. Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 22771249 A First Printing © 2012 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved. Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual - 2013 - 1st crc - 4/10/12 Black plate (4,1) iv Introduction Symbols % : Audio Steering Wheel Controls { WARNING or OnStar® The vehicle has components and These mean there is something labels that use symbols instead of $ : Brake System Warning Light that could hurt you or other text. Symbols are shown along with " : Charging System people. the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific I : Cruise Control component, control, message, Notice: This means there is B : Engine Coolant Temperature gauge, or indicator. something that could result in M O : Exterior Lamps property or vehicle damage. This : This symbol is shown when g would not be covered by the you need to see your owner manual : First Responder vehicle's warranty. for additional instructions or # : Fog Lamps information. : Fuel Gauge * : This symbol is shown when + : Fuses you need to see a service manual for additional instructions or 3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam information. Changer Vehicle Symbol Chart ( : Heated Steering Wheel A circle with a slash through it is a Here are some additional symbols j : LATCH System Child safety symbol which means “Do that may be found on the vehicle Restraints Not,”“Do not do this,” or “Do not let and what they mean. For more * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp this happen.” information on the symbol, refer to the Index. : : Oil Pressure } 9 : Airbag Readiness Light : Power / # : Air Conditioning : Remote Vehicle Start ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) > : Safety Belt Reminders Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual - 2013 - 1st crc - 4/10/12 Black plate (5,1) Introduction v 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak® M : Windshield Washer Fluid Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual - 2013 - 1st crc - 4/10/12 Black plate (6,1) vi Introduction 2 NOTES Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual - 2013 - 1st crc - 4/10/12 Black plate (1,1) In Brief 1-1 In Brief Exterior Lighting . 1-11 Driver Efficiency Gauge . 1-20 Windshield Wiper/Washer . 1-12 Automatic Engine Start/Stop Climate Controls . 1-13 Feature . 1-21 Instrument Panel Transmission . 1-14 Regenerative Braking . 1-21 Instrument Panel . 1-2 Battery . 1-21 Vehicle Features Service . 1-21 Initial Drive Information Radio(s) . 1-15 Initial Drive Information . 1-4 Satellite Radio . 1-15 Performance and Maintenance Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Portable Audio Devices . 1-16 Traction Control System . 1-4 Bluetooth® . 1-16 System (TCS) . 1-22 Remote Vehicle Start . 1-4 Steering Wheel Controls . 1-16 StabiliTrak® System . 1-22 Door Locks . 1-5 Cruise Control . 1-17 Tire Pressure Monitor . 1-22 Trunk Release . 1-5 Infotainment System . 1-17 Tire Sealant and Windows . 1-5 Driver Information Compressor Kit . 1-23 Seat Adjustment . 1-6 Center (DIC) . 1-17 Engine Oil Life System . 1-23 Memory Features . 1-7 Vehicle Personalization . 1-18 Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) . 1-23 Heated and Ventilated Ultrasonic Parking Assist . 1-18 Driving for Better Fuel Seats . 1-8 Power Outlets . 1-18 Economy . 1-23 Head Restraint Adjustment . 1-8 Universal Remote System . 1-18 Roadside Assistance Safety Belts . 1-9 Sunroof . 1-19 Program . 1-24 Passenger Sensing System . 1-9 eAssist Features Mirror Adjustment . 1-9 ® Steering Wheel eAssist Overview . 1-19 Adjustment . 1-10 High Voltage Safety Interior Lighting . 1-10 Information . 1-20 Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual - 2013 - 1st crc - 4/10/12 Black plate (2,1) 1-2 In Brief Instrument Panel Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual - 2013 - 1st crc - 4/10/12 Black plate (3,1) In Brief 1-3 1. Exterior Lamp Controls on 8. Front Storage on page 4‑1. 19. Shift Lever. See Shifting Into page 6‑1. 9. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out Park on page 9‑24. Fog Lamps on page 6‑4 (If of View). See Malfunction 20. Traction Control System (TCS) Equipped). Indicator Lamp on page 5‑16. on page 9‑34. Instrument Panel Illumination 10. Cruise Control on page 9‑37. StabiliTrak® System on Control on page 6‑5. 11. Steering Wheel Adjustment on page 9‑35 (If Equipped). Head-Up Display (HUD) on page 5‑2. Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 5 29 (If Equipped). page 9 40. ‑ 12. Horn on page 5‑3. ‑ 2. Air Vents on page 8‑6. 13. Steering Wheel Controls on Rear Window Sunshade on page 2 19 (If Equipped). 3. Turn and Lane-Change Lever. page 5‑2 (If Equipped). ‑ See Turn and Lane-Change 14. Ignition Positions (Keyless 21. Power Door Locks on Signals on page 6 4. page 2 10. ‑ Access) on page 9‑15 or ‑ Driver Information Center Ignition Positions (Key Access) Hazard Warning Flashers on Buttons. See Driver Information on page 9‑17. page 6‑4. Center (DIC) on page 5‑25. 15. Heated and Ventilated Front Passenger Sensing System on 4. Instrument Cluster on page 5‑9. Seats on page 3‑8 (If page 3‑26. Driver Information Center Equipped). Display. See Driver Information 16. Dual Automatic Climate Control Center (DIC) on page 5‑25. System on page 8‑1. 5. Windshield Wiper/Washer on 17. Parking Brake on page 9‑32. page 5‑3. 18. Shift Lever Position Indicator. 6. Infotainment Display Screen. See Automatic Transmission 7. Infotainment. See infotainment on page 9‑27. system manual. Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual - 2013 - 1st crc - 4/10/12 Black plate (4,1) 1-4 In Brief Initial Drive 7 : Press and release one time to initiate vehicle locator.