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Contents Introduction ...... 2 In Brief ...... 5 Keys, Doors, and Windows . . . . . 21 Seats and Restraints ...... 46 Storage ...... 92 Instruments and Controls ...... 95 Lighting ...... 121 Infotainment System ...... 129 Climate Controls ...... 130 Driving and Operating ...... 135 Vehicle Care ...... 175 Service and Maintenance . . . . . 253 Technical Data ...... 266 Customer Information ...... 269 Reporting Safety Defects ...... 279 OnStar ...... 283 Connected Services ...... 291 Index ...... 295 Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
2 Introduction Introduction This manual describes features that Helm, Incorporated may or may not be on the vehicle Attention: Customer Service because of optional equipment that 47911 Halyard Drive was not purchased on the vehicle, Plymouth, MI 48170 model variants, country USA specifications, features/applications that may not be available in your Using this Manual region, or changes subsequent to To quickly locate information about the printing of this owner’s manual. the vehicle, use the Index in the The names, logos, emblems, Refer to the purchase back of the manual. It is an slogans, vehicle model names, and documentation relating to your alphabetical list of what is in the vehicle body designs appearing in specific vehicle to confirm the manual and the page number where this manual including, but not limited features. it can be found. to, GM, the GM logo, BUICK, the BUICK Emblem, and CASCADA are Keep this manual in the vehicle for trademarks and/or service marks of quick reference. Danger, Warning, and General Motors LLC, its Caution subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors. Canadian Vehicle Owners Warning messages found on vehicle For vehicles first sold in Canada, A French language manual can be labels and in this manual describe substitute the name “General obtained from your dealer, at hazards and what to do to avoid or Motors of Canada Company” for www.helminc.com, or from: reduce them. Buick Motor Division wherever it appears in this manual. Propriétaires Canadiens On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à l'adresse suivante: Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 84247273 A First Printing © 2018 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Introduction 3 A circle with a slash through it is a Vehicle Symbol Chart { Danger safety symbol which means “Do Here are some additional symbols Not,”“Do not do this,” or “Do not let Danger indicates a hazard with a that may be found on the vehicle this happen.” high level of risk which will result and what they mean. See the in serious injury or death. features in this manual for Symbols information. The vehicle has components and u : Air Conditioning System labels that use symbols instead of G { Warning text. Symbols are shown along with : Air Conditioning Refrigerant Oil the text describing the operation or 9 : Airbag Readiness Light Warning indicates a hazard that information relating to a specific ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) could result in injury or death. component, control, message, gauge, or indicator. $ : Brake System Warning Light M : Shown when the owner’s 9 : Dispose of Used Components Caution manual has additional instructions Properly or information. B : Engine Coolant Temperature Caution indicates a hazard that * : Shown when the service could result in property or vehicle _ : Flame/Fire Prohibited manual has additional instructions damage. or information. H : Flammable 0 : Shown when there is more [ : Forward Collision Alert information on another page — + : Fuses “see page.” j : ISOFIX/LATCH System Child Restraints | : Lane Change Alert @ : Lane Departure Warning A : Lane Keep Assist Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
4 Introduction * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure X : Park Assist ~ : Pedestrian Ahead Indicator O : Power 7 : Rear Cross Traffic Alert I : Registered Technician / : Remote Vehicle Start > : Seat Belt Reminders I : Side Blind Zone Alert h : Start/Stop 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor d : StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability Control (ESC) a : Under Pressure V : Vehicle Ahead Indicator Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
In Brief 5 Cruise Control ...... 16 In Brief Driver Information Center (DIC) ...... 16 Forward Collision Alert (FCA) Instrument Panel System ...... 17 Instrument Panel Overview ...... 6 Lane Departure Initial Drive Information Warning (LDW) ...... 17 Initial Drive Information ...... 8 Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . 17 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Park Assist ...... 17 System ...... 8 Power Outlets ...... 18 Remote Vehicle Start ...... 8 Convertible ...... 18 Door Locks ...... 9 Performance and Maintenance Trunk Release ...... 9 Traction Control/Electronic Windows ...... 10 Stability Control ...... 18 Seat Adjustment ...... 10 Tire Pressure Monitor ...... 18 Heated Seats ...... 11 Fuel ...... 19 Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . 11 E85 or FlexFuel ...... 19 Seat Belts ...... 12 Engine Oil Life System ...... 19 Passenger Sensing System . . . 12 Driving for Better Fuel Mirror Adjustment ...... 12 Economy ...... 20 Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . 13 Roadside Assistance Interior Lighting ...... 13 Program ...... 20 Exterior Lighting ...... 14 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...... 14 Climate Controls ...... 15 Transmission ...... 15 Vehicle Features Infotainment System ...... 16 Steering Wheel Controls ...... 16 Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
6 In Brief Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
In Brief 7 1. Air Vents 0 133. 9. AM-FM Radio. See the 16. Shift Lever. See Automatic 0 2. Headlamp High/Low-Beam infotainment manual. Transmission 152. Changer 0 122. 10. Anti-Theft Alarm System 17. Power Outlets 0 98. Indicator Light. See Vehicle Turn Signal Lever. See Turn 0 18. Ignition Switch. See Ignition and Lane-Change Signals Alarm System 31. Positions 0 146. 0 124. 11. Traction Control/Electronic 19. Horn 0 96. Stability Control 0 158. Driver Information Center (DIC) 20. Steering Wheel Adjustment Buttons. See Driver Information Lane Departure Warning 0 96 (Out of View). Center (DIC) 0 112. (LDW) 0 168. 21. Instrument Panel Storage 0 92. 3. Cruise Control 0 160. Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 164. Instrument Panel Fuse Block Forward Collision Alert (FCA) 0 207. System 0 167 (If Equipped). 12. Dual Automatic Climate Control 0 System 0 130. 22. Hood Release. See Hood 4. Instrument Cluster 100. 0 178. Heated Front Seats 0 51 (If 5. Driver Information Center (DIC) 23. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 121. 0 112. Equipped). 0 Fog Lamps 0 125 (If 6. Steering Wheel Controls 0 96. Heated Steering Wheel 96 (If Equipped). Equipped). 7. Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 96. 13. USB Port. See the infotainment Instrument Panel Illumination 8. Central Locking Switch. See manual. Control 0 125. Power Door Locks 0 28. Input Jack. See the 24. Data Link Connector (DLC) Hazard Warning Flashers infotainment manual. (Out of View). See Malfunction 0 124. Indicator Lamp (Check Engine 14. Convertible Top 0 37. 0 Passenger Airbag Status Light) 104. Indicator 0 103. All Window Switch. See Power Windows 0 35. 15. Electric Parking Brake 0 156. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
8 In Brief Initial Drive 7 : Press and release to initiate vehicle locator. Press and hold for at Information least three seconds to sound the This section provides a brief panic alarm. Press again to cancel overview about some of the the panic alarm. important features that may or may See Keys 0 21 and Remote Keyless not be on your specific vehicle. Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 23. For more detailed information, refer to each of the features which can be Remote Vehicle Start found later in this owner’s manual. The engine can be started from outside of the vehicle. Remote Keyless Entry Press the button on the RKE Starting the Vehicle (RKE) System transmitter to extend the key. The The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) key can be used for the driver side 1. Press and release Q on the transmitter may work up to 60 m lock and the ignition. RKE transmitter. (197 ft) away from the vehicle. K : Press to unlock both doors, the 2. Immediately press and hold / trunk, and the fuel door. Press and for at least four seconds or until hold K to open all windows. the turn signal lamps flash. Q : Press to lock both doors, the Start the vehicle normally after trunk, and the fuel door. entering. Lock and unlock feedback can be When the vehicle starts, the parking personalized. See Vehicle lamps will turn on. Personalization 0 116. Remote start can be extended. V : Press and hold to release the trunk. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
In Brief 9 Canceling a Remote Start Power Door Locks Trunk Release To cancel a remote start, do one of the following: . Press and hold / until the parking lamps turn off. . Turn on the hazard warning flashers. . Turn the vehicle on and then off. See Remote Vehicle Start 0 26. Door Locks To lock or unlock the doors from Press the lower half of the emblem outside the vehicle: K : Press to unlock. to open the trunk. See Trunk 0 29. . Press Q or K on the Remote Q : Press to lock. Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. See Power Door Locks 0 28. . Use the key in the driver door. To lock or unlock the doors from inside the vehicle: . Press Q or K on the power door lock switch. . Pulling an interior door handle will unlock the door. Pulling the door handle again unlatches it. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
10 In Brief Windows Window Operation with . Raise or lower the front part of Convertible Top the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down. Windows will automatically lower fully when the convertible top is . Raise or lower the entire seat by lowered or raised. See Convertible moving the rear of the control up Top 0 37. or down. See Power Seat Adjustment 0 48. Seat Adjustment Power Driver Seat Adjustment
Power windows work when the ignition is on, in ACC/ACCESSORY, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 149. Using the window switch, press to open or pull to close the window. To adjust the power seatback: The windows may be temporarily . Tilt the top of the control disabled if they are used repeatedly To adjust a power driver seat, rearward to recline. within a short time. if equipped: . Tilt the top of the control forward All Window Switch . Move the seat forward or to raise. Press to express open or pull to rearward by sliding the control See Reclining Seatbacks 0 49. express close all windows. forward or rearward. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
In Brief 11 Seatback Latches Heated Seats See Heated Front Seats 0 51. Head Restraint Adjustment Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly. To achieve a comfortable seating position, change the seatback recline angle as little as necessary while keeping the seat and the head restraint height in the proper position. To fold the seatback, lift the release If available, the controls are on the See Head Restraints 0 47 and lever and fold the seatback forward. climate control panel. The engine Reclining Seatbacks 0 49. The seat will slide forward. must be running to operate the heated seats. To raise, lift the seatback to its upright position until the seat locks. Press M or L to heat the driver or The seat will slide back to the passenger seat cushion and original position. seatback. See Seatback Latches 0 50. Press the control once for the Rear Seats highest setting. With each press of the control, the heated seat will The rear seatbacks can be folded. change to the next lower setting, For detailed instructions, see Rear and then the off setting. Three lights Seats 0 52. indicate the highest setting and one light the lowest. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
12 In Brief Seat Belts Passenger Sensing Mirror Adjustment System Interior Mirrors Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind your vehicle. Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror Automatic dimming reduces the The passenger sensing system glare of headlamps from behind. turns off the front outboard The dimming feature comes on passenger frontal airbag and knee when the vehicle is started. airbag under certain conditions. No See Automatic Dimming Rearview other airbag is affected by the Mirror 0 34. Refer to the following sections for passenger sensing system. See important information on how to use Passenger Sensing System 0 67 for seat belts properly: important information. 0 . Seat Belts 53 The passenger airbag status . How to Wear Seat Belts Properly indicator will be visible on the center 0 54 stack when the vehicle is started. See Passenger Airbag Status . Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 56 Indicator 0 103. . Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 79 Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
In Brief 13 Exterior Mirrors Steering Wheel Interior Lighting Adjustment Dome Lamps
1. Turn the selector switch to L (Left) or R (Right) to choose the driver or passenger mirror. To adjust the steering wheel: The interior lamps control in the 2. Move the control to adjust the 1. Pull the lever down. overhead console controls both the mirror. front and rear interior lamps. 2. Move the steering wheel up ( 9 or down. : Press to turn the lamps off, 3. Turn the selector switch to even when a door is open. to deselect the mirror. 3. Pull or push the steering wheel closer or away from you. H : Press to turn the lamps on The vehicle has manual folding automatically when a door is 0 mirrors. See Folding Mirrors 34. 4. Lift the lever up to lock the opened. steering wheel in place. ' : Press to turn on the dome Do not adjust the steering wheel lamps. while driving. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
14 In Brief Reading Lamps Exterior Lighting ; : Turns on the parking lamps including all lamps, except the headlamps. 5 : Turns on the headlamps together with the parking lamps and instrument panel lights. A warning chime sounds if the driver door is opened when the ignition is off and the headlamps are on. # : If equipped with fog lamps, The exterior lamp control is to the press to turn the lamps on or off. left of the steering column on the See: instrument panel. . Exterior Lamp Controls 0 121 The front reading lamps are in the O : Turns the exterior lamps off and . Fog Lamps 0 125 overhead console. deactivates the AUTO mode. Turn # $ or : Press the button near to O again to reactivate the Windshield Wiper/Washer each lamp to turn it on or off. AUTO mode. In Canada, the headlamps will automatically reactivate when the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park). AUTO : Turns the headlamps on automatically at normal brightness, together with the parking lamps, taillamps, license plate lamps, With the ignition on or in ACC/ instrument panel lights, and ACCESSORY move the lever to sidemarker lamps. select the wiper speed. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
In Brief 15 HI : Use for fast wipes. See Dual Automatic Climate Control 0 LO : Use for slow wipes. System 130. Transmission Driver Shift Control (DSC) DSC allows you to shift an automatic transmission similar to a manual transmission. To use the DSC feature: INT : Move the lever up to INT, then 1. Move the shift lever from turn the x INT band up or down D (Drive) to the left into the (+) 1. Driver and Passenger Heated or (−) manual position. for more or less sensitivity to Seats (If Equipped) moisture. 2. Press the shift lever forward (+) 2. Driver and Passenger OFF : Use to turn the wipers off. to upshift or rearward (−) to Temperature Controls downshift. An M and the 1X : For a single wipe, briefly move 3. AUTO (Automatic Operation) current gear will be displayed the lever down. For several wipes, 4. Air Delivery Modes in the Driver Information hold the lever down. Center (DIC). 5. Fan Controls n L : Pull the lever toward you to See Manual Mode 0 154. spray windshield washer fluid and 6. Defrost activate the wipers. While using the DSC feature, the 7. Rear Window Defogger vehicle will have firmer, quicker See Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 96. 8. Recirculation shifting. You can use this for sport driving or when climbing or Climate Controls 9. Heated Steering Wheel (If descending hills, to stay in gear Equipped) The heating, cooling, defrosting, and longer, or to downshift for more ventilation for the vehicle can be 10. Air Conditioning power or engine braking. controlled with this system. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
16 In Brief Vehicle Features Cruise Control SET/− : Move the thumbwheel down briefly to set the speed and activate cruise control. If cruise control is Infotainment System already active, use to decrease See the infotainment manual for speed. information on the radio, audio * : Press to disengage cruise players, phone, navigation system, control without erasing the set and voice or speech recognition. speed from memory. It also includes information on 0 settings. See Cruise Control 160. Steering Wheel Controls Driver Information The infotainment system can be Center (DIC) operated by using the steering The DIC display is in the center of wheel controls. See “Steering Wheel the instrument cluster. It shows the Controls” in the infotainment 1 : Press to turn the cruise control status of many vehicle systems. The manual. system on or off. A white indicator controls for the DIC are on the turn comes on in the instrument cluster signal lever. when cruise is turned on. RES/+ : If there is a set speed in memory, move the thumbwheel up briefly to resume to that speed or hold upward to accelerate. If cruise control is already active, use to increase vehicle speed. 1. SET/CLR: Press to set, or press and hold to clear, the menu item displayed. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
In Brief 17 2. w / x : Use the band to Lane Departure Park Assist scroll through the items in Warning (LDW) If equipped, Rear Park Assist (RPA) each menu. If equipped, LDW may help avoid uses sensors on the rear bumper to 3. MENU: Press to display the unintentional lane departures at assist with parking and avoiding DIC menus. This button is also speeds of 56 km/h (35 mph) or objects while in R (Reverse). used to return to or exit the last greater. LDW uses a camera sensor It operates at speeds less than screen displayed on the DIC. to detect the lane markings. The 8 km/h (5 mph). RPA may show a warning triangle on the infotainment See Driver Information Center (DIC) LDW light, @, is green if a lane 0 112. display and a graphic on the marking is detected. If the vehicle instrument cluster to provide the departs the lane without using a turn object distance. In addition, multiple Forward Collision Alert signal in that direction, the light will beeps may occur if very close to an (FCA) System change to amber and flash. In object. addition, beeps will sound. If equipped, FCA may help avoid or The vehicle may also have the Front reduce the harm caused by See Lane Departure Warning (LDW) 0 Park Assist (FPA) system. front-end crashes. FCA 168. See Assistance Systems for Parking provides a green indicator, V, or Backing 0 164. when a vehicle is detected ahead. Rear Vision When approaching a vehicle ahead Camera (RVC) too quickly, FCA provides a visual RVC displays a view of the area alert and rapidly beeps. behind the vehicle on the inside See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) rearview mirror when the vehicle is System 0 167. shifted into R (Reverse) to aid with parking and low-speed backing maneuvers. See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 164. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
18 In Brief Power Outlets Performance and . To turn off both TCS and StabiliTrak/ESC, press and The accessory power outlets can be Maintenance hold until comes on in the used to plug in electrical equipment, g g such as a cell phone or MP3 player. instrument cluster and the Traction Control/ appropriate DIC message is There is one accessory power outlet Electronic Stability displayed. on the center stack below the climate controls and one on the rear Control . Press g again to turn on both of the center console. These outlets The Traction Control System (TCS) systems. The appropriate DIC are powered when the ignition is on limits wheel spin. The system is on message is displayed. or in ACC/ACCESSORY, or until the when the vehicle is started. See Traction Control/Electronic driver door is opened within Stability Control 0 158. 10 minutes of turning off the vehicle. The StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system assists with See Retained Accessory Power Tire Pressure Monitor (RAP) 0 149. directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. The This vehicle may have a Tire See Power Outlets 0 98. system is on when the vehicle is Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). started. Convertible . To turn off TCS, press and The convertible top can be release g on the center stack. automatically opened and closed. The appropriate DIC message is For step-by-step instructions, see displayed. Convertible Top 0 37. . Press and release g again to turn TCS back on. The The low tire pressure warning light appropriate DIC message is alerts to a significant loss in displayed. pressure of one of the vehicle's tires. If the warning light comes on, Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
In Brief 19 stop as soon as possible and inflate Fuel No E85 or FlexFuel the tires to the recommended Gasoline-ethanol fuel blends greater pressure shown on the Tire and than E15 (15% ethanol by volume), Loading Information label. See 0 such as E85, cannot be used in this Vehicle Load Limits 142. The vehicle. warning light will remain on until the tire pressure is corrected. Engine Oil Life System The low tire pressure warning light may come on in cool weather when Premium Recommended The engine oil life system calculates the vehicle is first started, and then engine oil life based on vehicle use Use premium 93 octane (R+M)/2 turn off as the vehicle is driven. This — and displays the CHANGE ENGINE unleaded gasoline in your may be an early indicator that the — OIL SOON message when it is time vehicle. TOP TIER Detergent tire pressures are getting low and to change the engine oil and filter. Gasoline is recommended. the tires need to be inflated to the The oil life system should be reset Unleaded gasoline with an octane proper pressure. to 100% only following an oil rating as low as 87 may be used, change. The TPMS does not replace normal but it will reduce performance and monthly tire maintenance. Maintain fuel economy. See Recommended Resetting the Oil Life System the correct tire pressures. Fuel 0 170. 1. Display REMAINING OIL LIFE See Tire Pressure Monitor System on the Driver Information 0 219. E85 or FlexFuel Center (DIC). See Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 112. 2. Press and hold SET/CLR to reset the oil life at 100%. 3. Turn the ignition off. See Engine Oil Life System 0 183. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
20 In Brief Driving for Better Fuel . Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC Spec number Economy molded into the tire's sidewall Driving habits can affect fuel near the size. mileage. Here are some driving tips . Follow recommended scheduled to get the best fuel economy maintenance. possible: . Set the climate controls to the Roadside Assistance desired temperature after the Program engine is started, or turn them off when not required. U.S.: 1-800-252-1112 . Avoid fast starts and accelerate TTY Users (U.S. Only): smoothly. 1-888-889-2438 . Brake gradually and avoid Canada: 1-800-268-6800 abrupt stops. New Buick owners are automatically . Avoid idling the engine for long enrolled in the Roadside Assistance periods of time. Program. . When road and weather See Roadside Assistance Program conditions are appropriate, use 0 273. cruise control. . Always follow posted speed limits or drive more slowly when conditions require. . Keep vehicle tires properly inflated. . Combine several trips into a single trip. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Keys, Doors, and Windows 21 Exterior Mirrors Keys and Locks Keys, Doors, and Convex Mirrors ...... 33 Windows Power Mirrors ...... 33 Folding Mirrors ...... 34 Keys Heated Mirrors ...... 34 { Warning Keys and Locks Interior Mirrors Keys ...... 21 Interior Rearview Mirrors ...... 34 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Leaving children in a vehicle with Automatic Dimming Rearview an ignition key or Remote System ...... 23 Mirror ...... 34 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is System Operation ...... 23 Windows dangerous and children or others Remote Vehicle Start ...... 26 Windows ...... 34 could be seriously injured or Door Locks ...... 27 Power Windows ...... 35 killed. They could operate the Power Door Locks ...... 28 Sun Visors ...... 37 power window or other controls or Delayed Locking ...... 28 make the vehicle move. The Automatic Door Locks ...... 29 Roof windows will function with the key Lockout Protection ...... 29 Convertible Top ...... 37 in the ignition or with the RKE Doors transmitter in the vehicle, and children or others could be caught Trunk ...... 29 in the path of a closing window. Vehicle Security Do not leave children in a vehicle Vehicle Security ...... 31 with the ignition key or an RKE Vehicle Alarm System ...... 31 transmitter. Immobilizer ...... 32 Immobilizer Operation ...... 32 Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
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impacted, and airbags may not deploy. To reduce the risk of unintentional rotation of the ignition key, do not change the way the ignition key and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, if equipped, are connected to the provided key rings.
The ignition key, key rings, and RKE Interference from radio-frequency { Warning transmitter, if equipped, are identification (RFID) tags may designed to work together. As a If the key is unintentionally prevent the key from starting the system, it reduces the risk of rotated while the vehicle is vehicle. Keep RFID tags away from unintentionally moving the key out the key when starting the vehicle. running, the ignition could be of the RUN position. If replacements moved out of the RUN position. or additions are required, see your The key that is part of the RKE This could be caused by heavy dealer. Limit added items to a few transmitter can be used for the items hanging from the key ring, essential keys or small, light items ignition and driver side lock. or by large or long items attached no larger than an RKE transmitter. to the key ring that could be contacted by the driver or steering wheel. If the ignition moves out of the RUN position, the engine will shut off, braking and steering power assist may be (Continued) Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Keys, Doors, and Windows 23 With an active OnStar or connected Remote Keyless Entry service plan, an OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle. (RKE) System Operation See OnStar Overview 0 283. The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter functions may work up to Remote Keyless Entry 60 m (197 ft) away from the vehicle. (RKE) System Other conditions can impact the performance of the transmitter. See See Radio Frequency Statement Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) 0 279. System 0 23. If there is a decrease in the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) operating Press the button on the RKE range: transmitter to extend the key. Press . Check the distance. The the button and the key blade to transmitter may be too far from retract the key. the vehicle. If it becomes difficult to turn the key, . Check the location. Other inspect the key blade for debris. vehicles or objects may be Periodically clean with a brush blocking the signal. or pick. . Check the transmitter's battery. See your dealer if a new key is See “Battery Replacement” later needed. in this section. If locked out of the vehicle, contact . If the transmitter is still not Roadside Assistance. See Roadside working correctly, see your K : Press to unlock both doors, the Assistance Program 0 273. dealer or a qualified technician trunk, and the fuel door. for service. Press and hold K to open all windows. See Power Windows 0 35. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
24 Keys, Doors, and Windows The turn signal indicators may flash 7 : Press and release one time to reprogrammed so that lost or stolen to indicate unlocking. initiate vehicle locator. The exterior keys no longer work. Any remaining keys will need to be reprogrammed. Pressing K will disarm the alarm lamps flash and the horn chirps three times. Each vehicle can have up to eight system. See Vehicle Alarm System keys matched to it. 0 31. Press and hold 7 for at least three seconds to sound the panic Programming with Q : Press to lock both doors, the Recognized Keys trunk, and the fuel door. alarm. The horn sounds and the turn signals flash for 30 seconds, To program a new key: The turn signal indicators may flash 7 and/or the horn may sound on the or until is pressed again or the 1. Insert the original, already second press to indicate locking. vehicle is started. programmed key in the ignition See Vehicle Personalization 0 116. / : Press and release Q and then and turn the ignition on. If the driver door is open when Q is immediately press and hold / for at 2. Turn the ignition off and remove the key. pressed and Open Door least four seconds to start the Anti-Lockout is enabled, all doors engine from outside the vehicle 3. Quickly, within five seconds, will lock and then the driver door will using the RKE transmitter. See insert the second original immediately unlock. See Vehicle Remote Vehicle Start 0 26. already programmed key in the Personalization 0 116. The buttons on the transmitter are ignition and turn the ignition on. If the passenger door is open when disabled when there is a key in the 4. Insert the new key to be Q is pressed, both doors lock. ignition. programmed and turn the ignition on within five seconds. Pressing Q may also arm the alarm Programming Keys to the system. See Vehicle Alarm System Vehicle The security light will turn off 0 31. once the key has been Only keys programmed to the programmed. V : Press and hold to release the vehicle will work. If a key is lost or trunk. stolen, a replacement can be 5. Repeat Steps 1–5 if additional purchased and programmed through keys are to be programmed. your dealer. The vehicle can be Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Keys, Doors, and Windows 25 If a key is lost or damaged, see your learned and all previously dealer to have a new key made. known keys will no longer work with the vehicle. Programming without Recognized Keys 6. To learn the second key, turn the ignition off and insert the Program a new key to the vehicle second key to be learned and when a recognized key is not rotate the ignition on. available. After the two keys are learned, If two currently recognized keys are remaining keys can be learned by not available, follow this procedure following the procedure in to program the first key. “Programming with This procedure will take Recognized Keys.” approximately 30 minutes to 2. Remove the battery cover by complete for the first key. The Battery Replacement prying it with a finger. vehicle must be off and all of the 3. Remove the battery by pushing keys you wish to program must be Caution on the battery and sliding it with you. toward the key blade. When replacing the battery, do 1. Insert the new vehicle key into not touch any of the circuitry on 4. Insert the new battery, positive the ignition. the transmitter. Static from your side facing up. Push the 2. Turn the ignition on. The body could damage the battery down until it is held in security light will come on. transmitter. place. Replace with a CR 2032 or equivalent battery. 3. Wait 10 minutes until the security light turns off. The battery is not rechargeable. To 5. Snap the battery cover back on to the transmitter. 4. Turn the ignition off. replace the battery: 5. Repeat Steps 2–4 two more 1. Press the button on the RKE times. After the third time, turn transmitter to extend the key. the ignition on; the key is Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
26 Keys, Doors, and Windows Remote Vehicle Start Starting the Vehicle Extending Engine Run Time This feature allows the engine to be To start the engine using the remote For a 15-minute extension, repeat started from outside the vehicle. start feature: Steps 1 and 2 while the engine is still running. An extension can be / : This button is on the RKE 1. Press and release Q. requested 30 seconds after starting. transmitter. 2. Immediately after completing The remote start can be The climate control system will use Step 1, press and hold / for at extended once. the previous settings during a least four seconds or until the When the remote start is extended, remote start. The rear defogger and turn signal lamps flash. The the second 15 minutes is added to heated seats may come on during turn signal lamps flashing the first 15 minutes. remote start based on cold ambient confirms the request to remote conditions. See Heated Front Seats start the vehicle has been For example, if the engine has been 0 51 and Vehicle Personalization received. running for 15 minutes, and 0 116. 15 minutes are added, the engine When the vehicle starts, the parking will run for a total of 30 minutes. Laws in some local communities lamps will turn on and remain on as may restrict the use of remote long as the engine is running. The A maximum of two remote starts, starters. For example, some laws doors will be locked and the climate or a single start with an extension, require a person using remote start control system may come on. is allowed between ignition cycles. to have the vehicle in view. Check The engine will continue to run for The vehicle's ignition must be local regulations for any turned on and then back off before requirements. 15 minutes unless a time extension is done or the ignition is turned on. the remote start procedure can be If the vehicle is low on fuel, do not After 30 seconds, repeat the steps if used again. use the remote start feature. The a 15-minute extension is desired. Canceling a Remote Start vehicle may run out of fuel. Remote start can be extended To cancel a remote start, do one of Other conditions can affect the only once. the following: performance of the transmitter. See The ignition must be turned on Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) before driving. . Press and hold / until the System 0 23. parking lamps turn off. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Keys, Doors, and Windows 27 . Turn on the hazard warning Door Locks flashers. Warning (Continued) . Turn the vehicle on and then off. { Warning permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Conditions in Which Remote Start Unlocked doors can be Will Not Work Always lock the vehicle dangerous. whenever leaving it. The remote vehicle start feature will . Passengers, especially not operate if: . Outsiders can easily enter children, can easily open through an unlocked door . The key is in the ignition. the doors and fall out of a when you slow down or stop . The hood is not closed. moving vehicle. The doors the vehicle. Locking the can be unlocked and doors can help prevent this . The hazard warning flashers opened while the vehicle is from happening. are on. moving. The chance of being thrown out of the . The malfunction indicator lamp To lock or unlock the doors from is on. vehicle in a crash is increased if the doors are outside the vehicle: . The engine coolant temperature not locked. So, all K is too high. . Press Q or on the Remote passengers should wear Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. . The oil pressure is low. seat belts properly and the doors should be locked . Use the key in the driver door. . Two remote vehicle starts, or a whenever the vehicle is single remote start with an To lock or unlock the doors from driven. extension, have already inside the vehicle: been used. . Young children who get into . Press Q or K on the power door unlocked vehicles may be . The vehicle is not in P (Park). lock switch. unable to get out. A child can be overcome by . Pulling an interior door handle extreme heat and can suffer will unlock the door. Pulling the (Continued) door handle again unlatches it. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
28 Keys, Doors, and Windows Free-Turning Locks Power Door Locks Delayed Locking The door lock cylinder turns freely This feature delays the locking of when either the wrong key is used, the doors until five seconds after all or the correct key is not fully doors are closed. inserted. The free-turning door lock feature prevents the lock from being When Q is pressed on the power forced open. door lock switch while the door is To reset the lock, turn it to the open, a chime will sound three vertical position with the correct key times indicating delayed locking is fully inserted. Remove the key and active. insert it again. The doors will lock automatically If this does not reset the lock, turn five seconds after all doors are the key halfway around in the closed. If a door is reopened before cylinder and repeat the reset that time, the five-second timer will procedure. The central locking switch locks and reset when all doors are closed unlocks both doors, the trunk, and again. the fuel door. Press Q on the door lock switch K : Press to unlock. again or press Q on the RKE Q : Press to lock. transmitter to lock the doors immediately. This feature can also be programmed. See Vehicle Personalization 0 116. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Keys, Doors, and Windows 29 Automatic Door Locks Lockout Protection Doors The doors will lock automatically When locking is requested with the when all doors are closed, the driver door open and the key in the Trunk ignition is on, and the vehicle is ignition, all the doors will lock and shifted out of P (Park). then the driver door will unlock. This { Warning If a vehicle door is unlocked and can be manually overridden by then opened and closed, the doors pressing and holding Q on the Exhaust gases can enter the will lock either when your foot is power door lock switch. vehicle if it is driven with the liftgate or trunk/hatch open, removed from the brake or the If Open Door Anti-Lockout is turned or with any objects that pass vehicle speed becomes faster than on and the vehicle is off, the driver 13 km/h (8 mph). door is open, and locking is through the seal between the body and the trunk/hatch or To unlock the doors: requested, all the doors will lock and the driver door will remain open. liftgate. Engine exhaust contains . Press K on the power door lock Press the button again to lock the carbon monoxide (CO) which switch. driver door. The Open Door cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause unconsciousness and even . Shift the transmission into Anti-Lockout feature can be turned P (Park). on or off. See Vehicle death. Personalization 0 116. Automatic door locking cannot be If the vehicle must be driven with disabled. Automatic door unlocking the liftgate or trunk/hatch open: can be programmed. See Vehicle . Close all of the windows. Personalization 0 116. . Fully open the air outlets on or under the instrument panel. (Continued) Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
30 Keys, Doors, and Windows Emergency Trunk Release Warning (Continued) Handle . Adjust the climate control system to a setting that brings in only outside air and set the fan speed to the highest setting. See “Climate Control Systems” in the Index. . If the vehicle is equipped with a power liftgate, disable the power liftgate function. . Press the lower half of the See Engine Exhaust 0 151. emblem on the trunk lid. . Press and hold V on the Trunk Release Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Caution transmitter. To open the trunk, the vehicle must be off or the shift lever must be in Do not use the emergency trunk P (Park). release handle as a tie-down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk as it could damage the handle. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Keys, Doors, and Windows 31 There is a glow-in-the-dark Vehicle Security On Solid : Vehicle is secured emergency trunk release handle on during the delay to arm the system. This vehicle has theft-deterrent the trunk lid. This handle will glow Fast Flash : Vehicle is unsecured. features; however, they do not make following exposure to light. Pull the A door, the hood, the convertible the vehicle impossible to steal. release handle to open the trunk top, or the trunk is open. from the inside. Vehicle Alarm System Slow Flash : Alarm system is armed. This vehicle has an anti-theft alarm system. Arming the Alarm System 1. Close the trunk and the hood. Turn off the vehicle. 2. Lock the vehicle in one of two ways: . Use the RKE transmitter. . With a door open, press the inside Q. 3. After 30 seconds the alarm After pulling the emergency trunk system will arm, and the release handle, push the handle indicator light will begin to back into the bezel slowly flash indicating the The indicator light, on the alarm system is operating. instrument panel near the Pressing Q on the RKE windshield, indicates the status of transmitter a second time will the system: bypass the 30-second delay Off : Alarm system is disarmed. and immediately arm the alarm system. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
32 Keys, Doors, and Windows The vehicle alarm system will not To avoid setting off the alarm by Immobilizer Operation arm if the doors are locked with accident: the key. This vehicle has a passive . Lock the vehicle after all theft-deterrent system. If the driver door is opened without occupants have left the vehicle first unlocking with the RKE and all doors are closed. The system does not have to be manually armed or disarmed. transmitter, the horn will chirp and . Always unlock a door with the the turn signal lights will flash to RKE transmitter. The vehicle is automatically indicate pre-alarm. If the vehicle is immobilized when the key is not started, or the door is not Unlocking the driver door with the removed from the ignition. unlocked by pressing K on the RKE key will not disarm the system or turn off the alarm. The system is automatically transmitter during the 10-second disarmed when the vehicle is pre-alarm, the alarm will be How to Detect a Tamper started with the correct key. The key activated. Condition uses a transponder that matches an If a door, the hood, or the trunk is immobilizer control unit in the If K is pressed on the RKE opened without first disarming the vehicle and automatically disarms system, the turn signals will flash transmitter and the horn chirps and the system. Only the correct key and the horn will sound for about the turn signal lights flash three starts the vehicle. The vehicle may 30 seconds. The alarm system will times, an alarm occurred previously not start if the key is damaged. then re-arm to monitor for the next while the alarm system was armed. unauthorized event. If the alarm has been activated, a message will appear on the DIC. Disarming the Alarm System Do one of the following to disarm Immobilizer the alarm system or turn off the alarm if it has been activated: See Radio Frequency Statement 0 279. The security light in the instrument . Press K and on the RKE Q cluster comes on if there is a transmitter. problem with arming or disarming . Start the vehicle. the theft-deterrent system. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Keys, Doors, and Windows 33 When trying to start the vehicle, the Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors security light comes on briefly when the ignition is turned on. Convex Mirrors If the engine does not start and the security light stays on, there is a problem with the system. Turn the { Warning ignition off and try again. A convex mirror can make things, If the engine still does not start, and like other vehicles, look farther the key appears to be undamaged away than they really are. If you or the light continues to stay on, try cut too sharply into the right lane, another ignition key. you could hit a vehicle on the If the engine still does not start with right. Check the inside mirror or the other key, the vehicle needs glance over your shoulder before changing lanes. service. If the vehicle does start, the 1. Turn the selector switch to L first key may be damaged. See your (Left) or R (Right) to choose dealer who can service the The passenger side mirror is convex the driver or passenger mirror. theft-deterrent system and have a shaped. A convex mirror's surface is new key made. 2. Move the control to adjust the curved so more can be seen from mirror. Do not leave the transmitter or the driver seat. device that disarms or deactivates 3. Turn the selector switch to 9 the theft-deterrent system in the to deselect the mirror. vehicle. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
34 Keys, Doors, and Windows Folding Mirrors Interior Mirrors Windows Manual Folding Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirrors { Warning The vehicle has manual folding Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear mirrors. These mirrors can be folded Never leave a child, a helpless view of the area behind the vehicle. inward to prevent damage when adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, going through an automatic car Do not spray glass cleaner directly especially with the windows wash. To fold, pull the mirror toward on the mirror. Use a soft towel closed in warm or hot weather. the vehicle. Push the mirror outward dampened with water. They can be overcome by the to return it to the original position. extreme heat and suffer Automatic Dimming permanent injuries or even death Heated Mirrors Rearview Mirror from heat stroke. If equipped with heated mirrors: The rearview mirror automatically = : The rear window defogger also dims to reduce the glare of the heats the outside mirrors. headlamps from behind. This See Dual Automatic Climate Control feature comes on when the vehicle System 0 130. is started. The vehicle may also have a Rear Vision Camera (RVC). See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 164. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Keys, Doors, and Windows 35 The vehicle aerodynamics are Window Express Movement designed to improve fuel economy All windows can be opened without performance. This may result in a holding the window switch. Press pulsing sound when either rear the switch down fully and quickly window is down and the front release to express open the windows are up. To reduce the window. sound, open either a front window or the sunroof, if equipped. If equipped, pull the window switch up fully and quickly release to Power Windows express close the window. Briefly press or pull the window { Warning switch in the same direction to stop Power windows work when the that window’s express movement. Children could be seriously ignition is on, in ACC/ACCESSORY, All Window Switch injured or killed if caught in the or when Retained Accessory Power path of a closing window. Never (RAP) is active. See Retained leave the Remote Keyless Entry Accessory Power (RAP) 0 149. (RKE) transmitter in a vehicle with Using the window switch, press to children. When there are children open or pull to close the window. in the rear seat, use the window lockout switch to prevent The windows may be temporarily operation of the windows. See disabled if they are used repeatedly Keys 0 21. within a short time. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
36 Keys, Doors, and Windows Press to express open or pull to To program a window: Warning (Continued) express close all windows. 1. With the ignition on or in ACC/ Window Automatic Reversal others could be injured and the ACCESSORY, or when System window could be damaged. Retained Accessory Power Before using automatic reversal (RAP) is active, close all doors. The express-close feature will reverse window movement if it system override, make sure that 2. Pull and hold the power comes in contact with an object. all people and obstructions are window switch until the window Extreme cold or ice could cause the clear of the window path. is fully closed. Continue window to auto-reverse. The holding the switch up for approximately five seconds window will operate normally after When the engine is on, override the after the window is completely the object or condition is removed. automatic reversal system by pulling closed. Window Operation with and holding the window switch if conditions prevent it from closing. 3. Press the power window switch Convertible Top down until the window is fully Windows will automatically lower Programming the Power open. Continue holding the fully when the convertible top is Windows switch down for approximately lowered or raised. See Convertible If the battery on the vehicle has five seconds after the window Top 0 37. been recharged or disconnected, is completely open. Automatic Reversal System or is not working, the windows with The window is now reprogrammed. the express-up feature will need to Override Repeat the process for the other be reprogrammed for the feature to windows. work. If power is lost, the rear { Warning windows must be reprogrammed first. Before reprogramming, replace If automatic reversal system or recharge the vehicle's battery. override is active, the window will not reverse automatically. You or (Continued) Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Keys, Doors, and Windows 37 Window Indexing Remote Window Operation Roof When fully closed, indexing This feature allows all the windows automatically lowers the window a to be opened remotely. Press and Convertible Top small amount when the door is hold K on the RKE transmitter. opened. When the door is closed, Review the following before operating: the window will raise to its previous Sun Visors position. { Warning If the window freezes to the door: 1. Push the top of the window While opening or closing the inward while opening the door. convertible top, people can be injured by the moving parts of the 2. Clear all snow and ice from the door and glass. tonneau cover or convertible top. Maintain visual contact with the 3. Open the window completely top while it is being operated. and then close it. 4. Close the door. Pull the sun visor down to block If either window does not index glare. Detach the sun visor from the Caution properly, it could be due to loss of center mount to pivot to the side power. Before seeing your dealer for window and, if equipped, extend Follow these guidelines when service, program the power along the rod. operating the convertible top or windows. damage can occur: . Remove all items from the roof, trunk lid, or tonneau cover before operating. (Continued) Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
38 Keys, Doors, and Windows 25 seconds. Make sure the top Caution (Continued) Caution (Continued) operation can be completed before that speed is reached. . Remove all objects from the . Do not open or store the trunk that may contact the convertible top when it is convertible top when it is dirty or wet. This could operated. result in stains, mildew, . Do not leave the vehicle or other damage. with the convertible . Only store the vehicle with top open. the top fully closed. . Do not exceed 50 km/h (31 mph) until the top has Opening the Convertible Top completely closed or 1. Fold out the rear trunk partition opened. into the upright position. See . Do not open or close the top Rear Storage 0 92. while driving in high wind 2. Close the trunk. conditions. 5. Pull and hold the front of the 3. Start the vehicle or place it in convertible top switch. The . Do not operate the ACC/ACCESSORY. windows will automatically convertible top multiple lower. times in a short period of 4. When possible, operate the time without starting the convertible top when the 6. Continue holding until the engine to avoid draining the vehicle is stopped. The top can convertible top is completely vehicle battery. be operated while driving open. A chime will sound. Release the switch. (Continued) below 50 km/h (31 mph) and will stop if that speed is 7. Briefly pull the all window exceeded. The top operation switch to close all windows. will take approximately Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Keys, Doors, and Windows 39 If the radio is on, the sound may be Troubleshooting muted for a brief time due to a new Check the following if the audio system equalization being convertible top switch is not loaded. operating: Closing the Convertible Top . The ignition should be on or in 1. Make sure the sun visor mirror ACC/ACCESSORY, or Retained covers are closed and the sun Accessory Power (RAP) should visors are stored in the center be active. mount position. . The trunk lid should be closed 2. Close the trunk. with the rear trunk partition in place. A Driver Information 3. Start the vehicle or place it in Center (DIC) message will ACC/ACCESSORY. 5. Press and hold the front of the convertible top switch. The display. 4. When possible, operate the windows will automatically . If the ONLY MANUAL convertible top when the lower. OPERATION OF TOP vehicle is stopped. The top can 6. After the convertible top is POSSIBLE message is be operated while driving displayed on the DIC, see below 50 km/h (31 mph) and completely closed, a chime will sound. Release the switch. “Manual Closing of Top” later in will stop if that speed is this section. exceeded. The top operation 7. Briefly pull the all window will take approximately switch to close all windows. . At cooler outside temperatures, 25 seconds. Make sure the top the convertible top may not operation can be completed If the radio is on, the sound may be open. It is possible to close the before that speed is reached. muted for a brief time due to a new top down to temperatures of audio system equalization being about −20 °C (−4 °F). A DIC loaded. message will display if the top will not open due to low Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
40 Keys, Doors, and Windows temperature. If necessary, move Other features may be affected moving or off, the amount of time the vehicle to a heated indoor while operating the convertible top: will vary from a few seconds to area to operate the top. . The trunk can only be opened about a minute. . If the top has recently been when the convertible top is Chimes and DIC messages will be cycled repeatedly or left in an completely opened or closed. displayed before the top will move. intermediate state, it will be . The windows cannot close while When this occurs, immediately finish temporarily disabled. A DIC the top is moving. the convertible top operation by message displays. Normal pressing the switch again until it operation will be restored within . When driving with the top not completes. 10 minutes after the system has fully secured, chimes can be heard above 80 km/h (50 mph). If the top cannot be secured, keep cooled. clear of the top components. In . If the vehicle battery is low, the If the vehicle battery has been some conditions the top may move power top operation may be disconnected and reconnected, quickly. if the fuses were pulled or replaced, disabled. Try to start the vehicle. Do not drive with the convertible top A DIC message displays. or if a jump start was performed, the TOP NOT SECURE message may in an unsecured position. The top . If the battery has recently been display. Press and hold the front of components may move reconnected or if the vehicle has the convertible top switch to close unexpectedly. In some cases the been jump started, the top may the top, or pull and hold the switch top may not be able to be power not operate until the power to open the top, until this message operated. If this occurs, follow the windows have been is cleared. DIC messages displayed. programmed. Complete the If the tonneau cover is not secured power window programming Partial Top Cycling and latched, and the vehicle is procedure. See Power Windows 0 If the convertible top operation is moving above 10 km/h (6 mph), the 35. stopped before completion, the top tonneau cover may automatically will temporarily hold its position. move to a stable position. If the ignition is on or in ACC/ ACCESSORY, the top will be held for up to 10 minutes. If the vehicle is Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Keys, Doors, and Windows 41 Manual Closing of Top If the DIC displays the ONLY MANUAL OPERATION OF TOP POSSIBLE message: 1. Press and hold or pull and hold the front of the convertible top switch to either open or close the top. Press or pull the switch in the opposite direction if one does not work. 2. If the top moves, continue holding the switch in that 2. Open the trunk and pull the 4. With an additional person, lift direction for at least tonneau cover release lever the tonneau cover from both five seconds. The top should downward. sides to approximately the half then work normally. 3. Close the trunk. The trunk raised position. If the top does not respond in either cannot be opened from this direction, use the following step forward. procedure to manually close the convertible top and tonneau cover before servicing if needed. This requires more than one person. There is a hex wrench in the glove box. There is also string in the glove box for your dealer to manually secure the top completely if needed. 1. Turn off the ignition. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
42 Keys, Doors, and Windows 5. With the tonneau cover being 9. Remove the cap covering the held in the half raised position, manual closure opening. There insert the hex wrench into the is a recess in the cap to snap it marked position of the flap off using a tool. Insert the hex drive unit. Turn the wrench wrench into the opening and clockwise to the stop. The then turn the wrench clockwise sideways flaps will turn inward. until it stops. The convertible 6. With an additional person, top is now locked. raise the tonneau cover to the fully open position.
8. Move the front bow to the windshield frame.
10. Lift up the tension bow on both sides and raise the tonneau 7. Lift the convertible top by cover to approximately the half pulling up on both sides of the raised position, and then allow front bow and tension bow. it to slide into the closed position. 11. Lower the tension bow. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Keys, Doors, and Windows 43 At this time the vehicle can be To protect the convertible top: . The large wind deflector can be driven, however the convertible . Make sure the convertible top is placed behind the front seats. top is not latched at the rear completely dry before lowering it. Do not place any objects on the and will not be completely wind deflectors. waterproof. See your dealer to . Do not get any cleaner on the service the convertible top vehicle's painted finish; it could Installing the Small Wind Deflector system. leave streaks. Cleaning the Convertible Top Wind Deflectors The convertible top should be cleaned often. Do not use high-pressure car washes as these may cause water to enter the vehicle. Hand wash the convertible top in partial shade. Use mild soap, lukewarm water, and a soft sponge. A chamois or cloth may leave lint on the top, and a brush can chafe the threads in the top fabric. Do not use 1. Remove the cover from the detergents, harsh cleaners, mount between the rear head solvents, or bleaching agents. restraints by sliding it toward There are two wind deflectors in a the driver side of the vehicle. Wet the entire top and let the soap stowage bag behind the rear seat remain on the fabric for a few backrests. See Rear Seats 0 52. minutes. Wash evenly to avoid spots or rings. When the top is very . The small wind deflector can be dirty, use a mild foam-type cleaner. placed between the rear head Thoroughly rinse the entire vehicle, restraints. then let the top dry in direct sunlight. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
44 Keys, Doors, and Windows Installing the Large Wind Deflector The rear seat cannot be occupied when the large wind deflector is in use.
2. Insert the deflector into the 4. Insert the driver side pins into deflector mount. the trim recesses. 3. Slide the deflector toward the 5. Slightly fold the deflector at the passenger side of the vehicle center hinge and insert the until it locks. passenger side pins into the 4. Raise the rear seatbacks. 1. Turn the upper locking pins out trim recesses. of the brackets on the wind 6. Push the center of the deflector Reverse the steps to remove the deflector. small wind deflector. down to fully engage the pins. 2. Lift the tabs to open the lower locking pins. 3. Open the wind deflector. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
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7. Fold the front half of the 2. Insert the top of the bag in the deflector to the vertical stowage compartment. Align position. the remainder of the bag to fit, and secure it with the straps. Reverse Steps 1–7 to remove the large wind deflector. Stowing the Wind Deflectors 1. After stowing both deflectors in the stowage bag, lower the rear seatbacks. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
46 Seats and Restraints Airbag System Securing Child Restraints (With Seats and Airbag System ...... 61 the Seat Belt in the Restraints Where Are the Airbags? ...... 62 Rear Seat) ...... 86 When Should an Airbag Securing Child Restraints (With Inflate? ...... 63 the Seat Belt in the Head Restraints What Makes an Airbag Front Seat) ...... 89 Head Restraints ...... 47 Inflate? ...... 64 How Does an Airbag Front Seats Restrain? ...... 64 Power Seat Adjustment ...... 48 What Will You See after an Lumbar Adjustment ...... 49 Airbag Inflates? ...... 65 Reclining Seatbacks ...... 49 Roll Bars ...... 66 Seatback Latches ...... 50 Passenger Sensing System . . . 67 Heated Front Seats ...... 51 Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...... 71 Rear Seats Adding Equipment to the Rear Seats ...... 52 Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . . . 71 Seat Belts Airbag System Check ...... 72 Seat Belts ...... 53 Replacing Airbag System Parts How to Wear Seat Belts after a Crash ...... 72 Properly ...... 54 Child Restraints Lap-Shoulder Belt ...... 56 Older Children ...... 73 Seat Belt Use During Infants and Young Children . . . . 74 Pregnancy ...... 59 Child Restraint Systems ...... 77 Seat Belt Extender ...... 59 Where to Put the Restraint . . . . . 78 Safety System Check ...... 60 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Seat Belt Care ...... 60 Children (LATCH System) . . . . 79 Replacing Seat Belt System Replacing LATCH System Parts Parts after a Crash ...... 60 After a Crash ...... 86 Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Seats and Restraints 47 Head Restraints Adjust the head restraint so that the the head restraint after the button is top of the restraint is at the same released to make sure that it is height as the top of the occupant's locked in place. { Warning head. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, Front Seats there is a greater chance that The vehicle's front seats have occupants will suffer a neck/ adjustable head restraints in the spinal injury in a crash. Do not outboard seating positions. drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly.
To adjust the head restraint forward, grasp the head restraint and pull forward to the desired locked position. To adjust the head restraint rearward, grasp the head restraint and pull forward fully, until the mechanism releases and allows the To raise or lower the head restraint, head restraint to return to the full press the button on the side of the rear position. head restraint, and pull up or push the head restraint down, and release the button. Pull and push on Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
48 Seats and Restraints Active Head Restraints Rear Seats Front Seats Your vehicle has an Active Head The vehicle’s rear seats have Restraint System in the front non-adjustable head restraints in the Power Seat Adjustment outboard seating positions. These outboard seating positions. Power Driver Seat Adjustment automatically activate to reduce the The rear head restraints are risk of neck injury if the vehicle is hit designed to be removed. See “Head from behind. Restraint Removal and { Warning Reinstallation under Lower Anchors ” The power seats will work with { Warning and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 79. the ignition off. Children could If your head restraint has been operate the power seats and be activated due to a rear collision, If you are installing a child restraint injured. Never leave children you must return the vehicle to the in the rear seat, see “Securing a alone in the vehicle. dealer for inspection and Child Restraint Designed for the re-setting or replacement of the LATCH System” under Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children system. (LATCH System) 0 79. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Seats and Restraints 49 To adjust a power driver seat, If equipped, press and hold the front if equipped: of the switch to increase lumbar . Move the seat forward or support, or the rear of the switch to rearward by sliding the control decrease lumbar support. forward or rearward. To adjust the height of the support, . Raise or lower the front part of press and hold the top or bottom of the seat cushion by moving the the switch. Release the switch when front of the control up or down. the seatback reaches the desired level of lumbar support. . Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the rear of the control up Reclining Seatbacks or down. To adjust the power seatback: Lumbar Adjustment { Warning . Tilt the top of the control Power Lumbar If either seatback is not locked, it rearward to recline. could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause . Tilt the top of the control forward injury to the person sitting there. to raise. Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are { Warning locked. Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the seat belts cannot do their job. (Continued) Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
50 Seats and Restraints To fold the seatback, lift the release Warning (Continued) lever and fold the seatback forward. The seat will slide forward. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. Instead, it will To raise, lift the seatback to its be in front of you. In a crash, you upright position until the seat locks. could go into it, receiving neck or The seat will slide back to the other injuries. original position. The lap belt could go up over In case the seatback cannot fold and is blocked by the head restraint, your abdomen. The belt forces move the seat backward or would be there, not at your pelvic downward slightly, or adjust the bones. This could cause serious head restraint to a lower position. internal injuries. Do not have a seatback reclined if See Power Seat Adjustment 0 48 or For proper protection when the the vehicle is moving. Head Restraints 0 47. vehicle is in motion, have the Obstructions seatback upright. Then sit well Seatback Latches back in the seat and wear the If the seat encounters an seat belt properly. obstruction or resistance while sliding forward or backward, the action is stopped and the seat will move in the opposite direction. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Seats and Restraints 51 Heated Front Seats Remote Start Heated Seats When it is cold outside, the heated { Warning seats can be turned on automatically during a remote If temperature change or pain to vehicle start. The heated seats will the skin cannot be felt, the seat be canceled when the ignition is heater may cause burns. To turned on. Press the heated seat reduce the risk of burns, use care controls to use the heated seats when using the seat heater, after the vehicle is started. especially for long periods of The heated seat indicator lights on time. Do not place anything on the control do not turn on during a the seat that insulates against remote start. If equipped, the controls are on the heat, such as a blanket, cushion, climate control panel. The engine The temperature performance of an cover, or similar item. This may must be running to operate the unoccupied seat may be reduced. cause the seat heater to heated seats. This is normal. overheat. An overheated seat heater may cause a burn or may Press M or L to heat the driver or The heated seats will not turn on damage the seat. passenger seat cushion and during a remote start unless the seatback. heated seat feature is enabled in the vehicle personalization menu. Press the control once for the See Remote Vehicle Start 0 26 and highest setting. With each press of Vehicle Personalization 0 116. 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. The passenger seat may take longer to heat up. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
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Rear Seats Caution (Continued) Either side of the rear seatback can be folded for more cargo space or to belts and return them to their access the wind deflector bag. See normal stowed position before "Wind Deflectors" under Convertible folding a rear seat. Top 0 37. To fold the rear seatbacks: { Warning 1. Remove the wind deflector if Take care when operating the installed. foldable rear seats. The rear 2. Move the front seats forward or seatback folds forward with remove the rear head 3. Pull the release switch in the considerable power which can restraints. See Power Seat trunk to fold the rear cause injury, particularly to Adjustment 0 48 or Lower seatback down. children. Ensure that nothing is Anchors and Tethers for 0 4. Fold the seatback forward. attached to the rear seats or on Children (LATCH System) 79 the seat cushion. for head restraint removal 5. Repeat Steps 1–4 for the other instructions. Store the head seatback, if necessary. restraints in the cargo area.
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Folding a rear seat with the seat belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the seat belts. Always unbuckle the seat (Continued) Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Seats and Restraints 53 To raise the seatback: Warning (Continued) Seat Belts { Warning This section describes how to use Always pull forward on the top of seat belts properly, and some things A seat belt that is improperly the seatback at the area of the not to do. routed, not properly attached, latch to be sure it is locked. or twisted will not provide the { Warning protection needed in a crash. The 2. Push and pull on the seatback person wearing the belt could be to make sure it is locked into Do not let anyone ride where a seriously injured. After raising the position. seat belt cannot be worn properly. In a crash, if you or your rear seatback, always check to be 3. Reinstall the head restraints, sure that the seat belts are if necessary. See Lower passenger(s) are not wearing properly routed and attached, and Anchors and Tethers for seat belts, injuries can be much are not twisted. Children (LATCH System) 0 79 worse than if you are wearing for head restraint reinstallation seat belts. You can be seriously instructions. injured or killed by hitting things 1. Lift the seatback up and push it inside the vehicle harder or by rearward until it latches into 4. Repeat Steps 1–3 for the other being ejected from the vehicle. In place. Keep the seat belts clear seatback, if necessary addition, anyone who is not of the seatback and untwisted. Keep the seat in the upright locked buckled up can strike other position when not in use. passengers in the vehicle. { Warning It is extremely dangerous to ride If the seatback is not locked, it in a cargo area, inside or outside could move forward in a sudden of a vehicle. In a collision, stop or crash. That could cause passengers riding in these areas injury to the person sitting there. are more likely to be seriously (Continued) injured or killed. Do not allow (Continued) Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
54 Seats and Restraints When riding in a vehicle, you travel Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why Warning (Continued) as fast as the vehicle does. If the should I have to wear seat vehicle stops suddenly, you keep belts? passengers to ride in any area of going until something stops you. the vehicle that is not equipped A: Airbags are supplemental It could be the windshield, the systems only. They work with with seats and seat belts. instrument panel, or the seat belts! seat belts — not instead of them. Always wear a seat belt, and When you wear a seat belt, you and Whether or not an airbag is check that all passenger(s) are the vehicle slow down together. provided, all occupants still have restrained properly too. There is more time to stop because to buckle up to get the most you stop over a longer distance and, protection. This vehicle has indicators as a when worn properly, your strongest Also, in nearly all states and in reminder to buckle the seat belts. bones take the forces from the seat all Canadian provinces, the law See Seat Belt Reminders 0 102. belts. That is why wearing seat belts requires wearing seat belts. makes such good sense. Why Seat Belts Work Questions and Answers About How to Wear Seat Belts Seat Belts Properly Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle Follow these rules for everyone's after a crash if I am wearing a protection. seat belt? There are additional things to know A: You could be — whether you are about seat belts and children, wearing a seat belt or not. Your including smaller children and chance of being conscious infants. If a child will be riding in the during and after a crash, so you vehicle, see Older Children 0 73 or can unbuckle and get out, is Infants and Young Children 0 74. much greater if you are belted. Review and follow the rules for children in addition to the following rules. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Seats and Restraints 55 It is very important for all occupants . Wear the lap part of the belt low to buckle up. Statistics show that and snug on the hips, just unbelted people are hurt more often touching the thighs. In a crash, in crashes than those who are this applies force to the strong wearing seat belts. pelvic bones and you would be There are important things to know less likely to slide under the lap about wearing a seat belt properly. belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force on your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. . Wear the shoulder belt over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The shoulder belt locks if there is a sudden stop or crash.
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You can be seriously injured, . Sit up straight and always keep or even killed, by not wearing your feet on the floor in front of your seat belt properly. you (if possible). . Always use the correct buckle for your seating position. Never allow the lap or shoulder belt to become loose or twisted. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
56 Seats and Restraints Lap-Shoulder Belt All seating positions in the vehicle have a lap-shoulder belt. The following instructions explain how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly. 1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is adjustable, so you can sit up straight. To see how, see “Seats” in the Index.
Always use the correct buckle for your seating position.
Never wear the shoulder belt under 2. Pick up the latch plate and pull both arms or behind your back. the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted. Never route the lap or shoulder belt over an armrest. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Seats and Restraints 57 The lap-shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly. If the shoulder portion of a passenger belt is pulled out all the way, the child restraint locking feature may be engaged. If this happens, let the belt go back all the way and start again. 3. Push the latch plate into the 4. To make the lap part tight, pull Engaging the child restraint buckle until it clicks. up on the shoulder belt. locking feature in the front Pull up on the latch plate to outboard seating position may make sure it is secure. If the affect the passenger sensing belt is not long enough, see system. See Passenger Seat Belt Extender 0 59. Sensing System 0 67. Position the release button on the buckle so that the seat belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
58 Seats and Restraints To unlatch the belt, push the button . The respective latch plate is on the buckle. The belt should inserted into the buckle. return to its stowed position. . A time-out of 45 seconds Always stow the seat belt slowly. elapsed. If the seat belt webbing returns . The vehicle is driven longer than quickly to the stowed position, the 15 seconds with a speed of retractor may lock and cannot be more than 5 km/h (3 mph). pulled out. If this happens, pull the seat belt straight out firmly to unlock If the seat belt presenter does not the webbing, and then release it. retract automatically, push it back If the webbing is still locked in the slightly. retractor, see your dealer. Seat Belt Pretensioners Before a door is closed, be sure the The presenter comes out when: This vehicle has seat belt seat belt is out of the way. If a door . The respective door is closed pretensioners for front and rear is slammed against a seat belt, and the ignition is turned on. outboard occupants. Although the damage can occur to both the seat seat belt pretensioners cannot be belt and the vehicle. . The ignition is on and the door is closed. seen, they are part of the seat belt assembly. They can help tighten the Seat Belt Presenter The presenter may automatically seat belts during the early stages of retract when any of the following The seat belt presenters bring the a moderate to severe frontal, near occur: front outboard seat belts to the front frontal, or rear crash if the threshold to help fasten them. . The respective door is opened conditions for pretensioner again. activation are met. Seat belt . The key is removed from the pretensioners can also help tighten ignition. the seat belts in a side crash or a rollover event. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Seats and Restraints 59 Pretensioners work only once. If the Seat Belt Use During that the fetus will not be hurt in a pretensioners activate in a crash, crash. For pregnant women, as for the pretensioners and probably Pregnancy anyone, the key to making seat other parts of the vehicle's seat belt Seat belts work for everyone, belts effective is wearing them system will need to be replaced. including pregnant women. Like all properly. See Replacing Seat Belt System occupants, they are more likely to Parts after a Crash 0 60. be seriously injured if they do not Seat Belt Extender wear seat belts. Do not sit on the outboard seat belt If the vehicle's seat belt will fasten while entering or exiting the vehicle around you, you should use it. or at any time while sitting in the seat. Sitting on the seat belt can But if a seat belt is not long enough, damage the webbing and hardware. your dealer will order you an extender. When you go in to order it, Rear Seat Belt Comfort Guides take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will be long enough Rear seat belt comfort guides may provide added seat belt comfort for for you. To help avoid personal older children who have outgrown injury, do not let someone else use it, and use it only for the seat it is booster seats and for some adults. made to fit. The extender has been When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide positions the designed for adults. Never use it for securing child restraints. For more shoulder belt away from the neck information on the proper use and fit and head. A pregnant woman should wear a of seat belt extenders see the Comfort guides are available lap-shoulder belt, and the lap instruction sheet that comes with through your dealer for the rear portion should be worn as low as the extender. outboard seating positions. possible, below the rounding, Instructions are included with the throughout the pregnancy. guide. The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a seat belt is worn properly, it is more likely Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
60 Seats and Restraints Safety System Check Make sure the seat belt reminder light is working. See Seat Belt { Warning Periodically check the seat belt Reminders 0 102. reminder, seat belts, buckles, latch Do not bleach or dye seat belt plates, retractors, shoulder belt Keep seat belts clean and dry. See webbing. It may severely weaken 0 height adjusters (if equipped), and Seat Belt Care 60. the webbing. In a crash, they seat belt anchorages to make sure might not be able to provide they are all in working order. Look Seat Belt Care adequate protection. Clean and for any other loose or damaged seat Keep belts clean and dry. rinse seat belt webbing only with belt system parts that might keep a mild soap and lukewarm water. Seat belts should be properly cared seat belt system from performing Allow the webbing to dry. properly. See your dealer to have it for and maintained. repaired. Torn, frayed, or twisted Seat belt hardware should be kept seat belts may not protect you in a dry and free of dust or debris. As Replacing Seat Belt crash. Torn or frayed seat belts can necessary, exterior hard surfaces System Parts after a rip apart under impact forces. If a and seat belt webbing may be lightly Crash belt is torn or frayed, have it cleaned with mild soap and water. replaced immediately. If a belt is Ensure there is not excessive dust twisted, it may be possible to or debris in the mechanism. If dust { Warning untwist by reversing the latch plate or debris exists in the system please on the webbing. If the twist cannot see the dealer. Parts may need to A crash can damage the seat belt be corrected, ask your dealer to be replaced to ensure proper system in the vehicle. A damaged fix it. functionality of the system. seat belt system may not properly protect the person using it, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure the seat belt systems are working properly after a crash, (Continued) Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Seats and Restraints 61 Airbag System For seat-mounted side impact Warning (Continued) airbags, the word AIRBAG is on the The vehicle has the following side of the seatback closest to have them inspected and any airbags: the door. necessary replacements made as soon as possible. . A frontal airbag for the driver Airbags are designed to supplement . A frontal airbag for the front the protection provided by seat outboard passenger belts. Even though today's airbags After a minor crash, replacement of are also designed to help reduce seat belts may not be necessary. . A knee airbag for the driver the risk of injury from the force of an But the seat belt assemblies that . A knee airbag for the front inflating bag, all airbags must inflate were used during any crash may outboard passenger very quickly to do their job. have been stressed or damaged. See your dealer to have the seat . A seat-mounted side impact Here are the most important things belt assemblies inspected or airbag for the driver to know about the airbag system: replaced. . A seat-mounted side impact { Warning New parts and repairs may be airbag for the front outboard passenger necessary even if the seat belt You can be severely injured or system was not being used at the All vehicle airbags have the word killed in a crash if you are not time of the crash. AIRBAG on the trim or on a label wearing your seat belt, even with Have the seat belt pretensioners near the deployment opening. airbags. Airbags are designed to checked if the vehicle has been in a For frontal airbags, the word work with seat belts, not replace crash, or if the airbag readiness light AIRBAG is on the center of the them. Also, airbags are not stays on after you start the vehicle steering wheel for the driver and on designed to inflate in every crash. or while you are driving. See Airbag the instrument panel for the front In some crashes seat belts are 0 Readiness Light 103. outboard passenger. the only restraint. See When 0 For knee airbags, the word AIRBAG Should an Airbag Inflate? 63. is on the lower part of the (Continued) instrument panel. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
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Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued)
Wearing your seat belt during a crash. Always wear the seat belt, crash helps reduce your chance even with airbags. The driver of hitting things inside the vehicle should sit as far back as possible or being ejected from it. Airbags while still maintaining control of There is an airbag readiness light are supplemental restraints to the vehicle. The seat belts and “ ” on the instrument cluster, which the seat belts. Everyone in the the front outboard passenger shows the airbag symbol. The vehicle should wear a seat belt airbags are most effective when system checks the airbag electrical properly, whether or not there is you are sitting well back and system for malfunctions. The light an airbag for that person. upright in the seat with both feet tells you if there is an electrical on the floor. problem. See Airbag Readiness Occupants should not lean on or Light 0 103. { Warning sleep against the door or side windows in seating positions with Where Are the Airbags? Because airbags inflate with great seat-mounted airbags. force and faster than the blink of an eye, anyone who is up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be { Warning seriously injured or killed. Do not Children who are up against, sit unnecessarily close to any or very close to, any airbag when airbag, as you would be if sitting it inflates can be seriously injured on the edge of the seat or leaning or killed. Always secure children forward. Seat belts help keep you properly in the vehicle. To read in position before and during a how, see Older Children 0 73 or (Continued) Infants and Young Children 0 74. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Seats and Restraints 63 The driver frontal airbag is in the center of the steering wheel. Warning (Continued) The front outboard passenger inflating airbag must be kept frontal airbag is in the passenger clear. Do not put anything side instrument panel. between an occupant and an airbag, and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering. Do not use seat accessories that block the inflation path of a Driver Side Shown, Passenger seat-mounted side impact airbag. Side Similar The driver and front outboard When Should an Airbag passenger seat-mounted side impact airbags are in the sides of Inflate? the seatbacks closest to the door. This vehicle is equipped with The driver knee airbag is below the airbags. See Airbag System 0 61. steering column. The front outboard { Warning Airbags are designed to inflate if the passenger knee airbag is below the impact exceeds the specific airbag glove box. If something is between an system's deployment threshold. occupant and an airbag, the Deployment thresholds are used to airbag might not inflate properly predict how severe a crash is likely or it might force the object into to be in time for the airbags to that person causing severe injury inflate and help restrain the or even death. The path of an occupants. The vehicle has electronic sensors that help the (Continued) airbag system determine the Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
64 Seats and Restraints severity of the impact. Deployment In addition, the vehicle has What Makes an Airbag thresholds can vary with specific advanced technology frontal vehicle design. airbags. Advanced technology Inflate? Frontal airbags are designed to frontal airbags adjust the restraint In a deployment event, the sensing inflate in moderate to severe frontal according to crash severity. system sends an electrical signal or near frontal crashes to help Knee airbags are designed to inflate triggering a release of gas from the reduce the potential for severe in moderate to severe frontal or inflator. Gas from the inflator fills the injuries, mainly to the driver's or near frontal impacts. Knee airbags airbag causing the bag to break out front outboard passenger's head are not designed to inflate during of the cover. The inflator, the airbag, and chest. vehicle rollovers, in rear impacts, and related hardware are all part of the airbag module. Whether the frontal airbags will or or in many side impacts. For airbag locations, see Where Are should inflate is not based primarily Seat-mounted side impact airbags 0 on how fast the vehicle is traveling. are designed to inflate in moderate the Airbags? 62. It depends on what is hit, the to severe side crashes depending direction of the impact, and how on the location of the impact. How Does an Airbag quickly the vehicle slows down. Seat-mounted side impact airbags Restrain? Frontal airbags may inflate at are not designed to inflate in frontal impacts, near frontal impacts, In moderate to severe frontal or different crash speeds depending on near frontal collisions, even belted whether the vehicle hits an object rollovers, or rear impacts. A seat-mounted side impact airbag occupants can contact the steering straight on or at an angle, and wheel or the instrument panel. In whether the object is fixed or is designed to inflate on the side of the vehicle that is struck. moderate to severe side collisions, moving, rigid or deformable, narrow even belted occupants can contact or wide. In any particular crash, no one can the inside of the vehicle. say whether an airbag should have Frontal airbags are not intended to Airbags supplement the protection inflate during vehicle rollovers, in inflated simply because of the vehicle damage or repair costs. provided by seat belts by rear impacts, or in many side distributing the force of the impact impacts. more evenly over the occupant's body. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Seats and Restraints 65 But airbags would not help in many the windshield or being able to steer without airbag inflation, after an types of collisions, primarily the vehicle, nor does it prevent event that exceeds a predetermined because the occupant's motion is people from leaving the vehicle. threshold. After turning the ignition not toward those airbags. See When off and then on again, the fuel Should an Airbag Inflate? 0 63. { Warning system will return to normal Airbags should never be regarded operation; the doors can be locked, as anything more than a supplement When an airbag inflates, there the interior lamps can be turned off, to seat belts. may be dust in the air. This dust and the hazard warning flashers can could cause breathing problems be turned off using the controls for What Will You See after for people with a history of those features. If any of these asthma or other breathing trouble. systems are damaged in the crash an Airbag Inflates? To avoid this, everyone in the they may not operate as normal. After the frontal and seat-mounted vehicle should get out as soon as side impact airbags inflate, they it is safe to do so. If you have { Warning quickly deflate, so quickly that some breathing problems but cannot people may not even realize the get out of the vehicle after an A crash severe enough to inflate airbags inflated. Some components airbag inflates, then get fresh air the airbags may have also of the airbag module may be hot for by opening a window or a door. damaged important functions in several minutes. For location of the If you experience breathing the vehicle, such as the fuel airbags, see Where Are the problems following an airbag system, brake and steering 0 Airbags? 62. deployment, you should seek systems, etc. Even if the vehicle The parts of the airbag that come medical attention. appears to be drivable after a into contact with you may be warm, moderate crash, there may be but not too hot to touch. There may concealed damage that could The vehicle has a feature that may be some smoke and dust coming make it difficult to safely operate automatically unlock the doors, turn from the vents in the deflated the vehicle. on the interior lamps and hazard airbags. Airbag inflation does not warning flashers, and shut off the (Continued) prevent the driver from seeing out of fuel system after the airbags inflate. The feature may also activate, Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
66 Seats and Restraints . The vehicle has a crash sensing The roll bars are under covers Warning (Continued) and diagnostic module which behind the rear head restraints. The records information after a roll bars are designed to deploy if Use caution if you should attempt crash. See Vehicle Data the sensing system predicts that the to restart the engine after a crash Recording and Privacy 0 281 vehicle is about to roll over on its has occurred. and Event Data Recorders side. In addition, the roll bars are 0 281. designed to deploy in moderate to In many crashes severe enough to . Let only qualified technicians severe side crashes depending on inflate the airbag, windshields are work on the airbag system. the location of the impact, as well as broken by vehicle deformation. Improper service can mean that in a severe frontal impact. Roll bars Additional windshield breakage may the airbag system will not work are not designed to deploy in rear also occur from the front outboard properly. See your dealer for impacts. passenger airbag. service. The roll bars deploy with the . Airbags are designed to inflate convertible top open or closed. If the only once. After an airbag Roll Bars roll bars deploy, do not operate the inflates, you will need some new convertible top. parts for the airbag system. { Warning Do not place any objects on the If you do not get them, the covers of the roll bars behind the airbag system will not be there Vehicle rollovers are head restraints. to help protect you in another unpredictable and dangerous Have the roll bars checked if the crash. A new system will include events that may result in injury or airbag modules and possibly vehicle has been in a crash, or if the death regardless of the roll bar or airbag readiness light stays on after other parts. The service manual any other feature. No feature can for the vehicle covers the need starting or driving the vehicle. See fully protect an occupant in every Airbag Readiness Light 0 103. to replace other parts. crash, including a rollover. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Seats and Restraints 67 Passenger Sensing The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of { Warning System the front outboard passenger seat The vehicle has a passenger and seat belt. The sensors are A child in a rear-facing child sensing system for the front designed to detect the presence of restraint can be seriously injured outboard passenger position. The a properly seated occupant and or killed if the passenger frontal passenger airbag status indicator determine if the front outboard airbag inflates. This is because will light on the center stack when passenger frontal airbag and knee the back of the rear-facing child the vehicle is started. airbag should be allowed to inflate restraint would be very close to or not. the inflating airbag. A child in a forward-facing child restraint can According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly be seriously injured or killed if the secured in a rear seat in the correct passenger frontal airbag inflates child restraint for their weight and the passenger seat is in a and size. forward position. Whenever possible, children aged Even if the passenger sensing The words ON and OFF will be 12 and under should be secured in system has turned off the front visible during the system check. a rear seating position. outboard passenger airbag(s), no When the system check is system is fail-safe. No one can Never put a rear-facing child seat in complete, either the word ON or the guarantee that an airbag will not word OFF will be visible. See the front. This is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great, deploy under some unusual Passenger Airbag Status Indicator circumstance, even though the 0 if the airbag inflates. 103. airbag(s) are off. The passenger sensing system Never put a rear-facing child turns off the front outboard restraint in the front seat, even if passenger frontal airbag and knee the airbag is off. If securing a airbag under certain conditions. No forward-facing child restraint in other airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system. (Continued) Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
68 Seats and Restraints When the passenger sensing outgrown child restraints should Warning (Continued) system has turned off the front wear a seat belt properly — whether outboard passenger frontal airbag or not there is an airbag for that the front outboard passenger and knee airbag, the OFF indicator person. seat, always move the seat as far will light and stay lit as a reminder back as it will go. It is better to that the airbags are off. See { Warning secure child restraints in the rear Passenger Airbag Status Indicator seat. Consider using another 0 103. If the airbag readiness light ever vehicle to transport the child The passenger sensing system is comes on and stays on, it means when a rear seat is not available. designed to turn on the front that something may be wrong outboard passenger frontal airbag with the airbag system. To help The passenger sensing system is and knee airbag anytime the system avoid injury to yourself or others, designed to turn off the front senses that a person of adult size is have the vehicle serviced right outboard passenger frontal airbag sitting properly in the front outboard away. See Airbag Readiness and knee airbag if: passenger seat. When the Light 0 103 for more information, . The front outboard passenger passenger sensing system has including important safety seat is unoccupied. allowed the airbags to be enabled, information. the ON indicator will light and stay lit . The system determines an infant as a reminder that the airbags are is present in a child restraint. active. If the On Indicator Is Lit for a Child Restraint . A front outboard passenger For some children, including takes his/her weight off of the children in child restraints and for The passenger sensing system is seat for a period of time. very small adults, the passenger designed to turn off the front . There is a critical problem with sensing system may or may not turn outboard passenger frontal airbag the airbag system or the off the front outboard passenger and knee airbag if the system passenger sensing system. frontal airbag and knee airbag, determines that an infant is present depending upon the person's in a child restraint. If a child restraint seating posture and body build. has been installed and the ON Everyone in the vehicle who has indicator is lit: Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Seats and Restraints 69 1. Turn the vehicle off. 5. If, after reinstalling the child If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an 2. Remove the child restraint from restraint and restarting the Adult-Sized Occupant the vehicle. vehicle, the ON indicator is still lit, turn the vehicle off. Then 3. Remove any additional items slightly recline the vehicle from the seat such as blankets, seatback and adjust the seat cushions, seat covers, seat cushion, if adjustable, to make heaters, or seat massagers. sure that the vehicle seatback 4. Reinstall the child restraint is not pushing the child following the directions restraint into the seat cushion. provided by the child restraint Also make sure the child manufacturer and refer to restraint is not trapped under Securing Child Restraints (With the vehicle head restraint. the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat) If this happens, adjust the head 0 86 or Securing Child restraint. See Head Restraints Restraints (With the Seat Belt 0 47. If a person of adult size is sitting in in the Front Seat) 0 89. 6. Restart the vehicle. the front outboard passenger seat, Make sure the seat belt but the OFF indicator is lit, it could The passenger sensing system may retractor is locked by pulling be because that person is not sitting or may not turn off the airbags for a the shoulder belt all the way properly in the seat or that the child child in a child restraint depending out of the retractor when restraint locking feature is engaged. upon the child s size. It is better to installing the child restraint, ’ Use the following steps to allow the secure the child restraint in a rear even if the child restraint is system to detect that person and seat. Never put a rear-facing child equipped with a seat belt lock enable the front outboard passenger restraint in the front seat, even if the off. When the retractor lock is frontal airbag and knee airbag: set, the belt can be tightened ON indicator is not lit. 1. Turn the vehicle off. but not pulled out of the retractor. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
70 Seats and Restraints 2. Remove any additional material 6. Restart the vehicle and have “Child Restraints” in the Index for from the seat, such as the person remain in this additional information about the blankets, cushions, seat position for two to importance of proper restraint use. covers, seat heaters, or seat three minutes after the ON A thick layer of additional material, massagers. Also, remove indicator is lit. such as a blanket or cushion, laptops, or other electronic or aftermarket equipment such as devices. { Warning seat covers, seat heaters, and seat 3. Place the seatback in the fully massagers can affect how well the upright position. If the front outboard passenger passenger sensing system airbag is turned off for an operates. We recommend that you 4. Have the person sit upright in adult-sized occupant, the airbag the seat, centered on the seat not use seat covers or other will not be able to inflate and help aftermarket equipment except when cushion, with legs comfortably protect that person in a crash, extended. approved by GM for your specific resulting in an increased risk of vehicle. See Adding Equipment to 5. If the shoulder portion of the serious injury or even death. An the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 71 belt is pulled out all the way, adult-sized occupant should not for more information about the child restraint locking ride in the front outboard modifications that can affect how feature will be engaged. This passenger seat, if the passenger the system operates. may unintentionally cause the airbag OFF indicator is lit. passenger sensing system to The ON indicator may be lit if an turn the airbag off for some object, such as a briefcase, adult-sized occupants. If this Additional Factors Affecting handbag, grocery bag, laptop, happens, unbuckle the belt, let System Operation or other electronic device, is put on an unoccupied seat. If this is not the belt go back all the way, Seat belts help keep the passenger and then buckle the belt again desired, remove the object from in position on the seat during the seat. without pulling the belt out all vehicle maneuvers and braking, the way. which helps the passenger sensing system maintain the passenger airbag status. See “Seat Belts” and Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Seats and Restraints 71 . Airbag system, including airbag { Warning { Warning modules, front or side impact sensors, sensing and diagnostic Stowing articles under the For up to 10 seconds after the module, or airbag wiring passenger seat or between the vehicle is turned off and the passenger seat cushion and battery is disconnected, an airbag . Front seats, including stitching, seatback may interfere with the can still inflate during improper seams, or zippers proper operation of the passenger service. You can be injured if you . Seat belts sensing system. are close to an airbag when it . Steering wheel, instrument panel inflates. Avoid yellow connectors. They are probably part of the . Inner door seals, including Servicing the airbag system. Be sure to follow speakers Airbag-Equipped Vehicle proper service procedures, and . Roll bars make sure the person performing Airbags affect how the vehicle Your dealer and the service manual should be serviced. There are parts work for you is qualified to do so. have information about the location of the airbag system in several of the airbag modules and sensors, places around the vehicle. Your Adding Equipment to the sensing and diagnostic module, and dealer and the service manual have airbag wiring along with the proper information about servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle replacement procedures. vehicle and the airbag system. To Adding accessories that change the purchase a service manual, see In addition, the vehicle has a vehicle's frame, bumper system, passenger sensing system for the Publication Ordering Information height, front end, or side sheet 0 278. front outboard passenger position, metal, may keep the airbag system which includes sensors that are part from working properly. of the passenger seat. The The operation of the airbag system passenger sensing system may not can also be affected by changing, operate properly if the original seat including improperly repairing or trim is replaced with non-GM replacing, any parts of the following: covers, upholstery, or trim; or with GM covers, upholstery, or trim Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
72 Seats and Restraints designed for a different vehicle. Any Airbag System Check Replacing Airbag System object, such as an aftermarket seat heater or a comfort-enhancing pad The airbag system does not need Parts after a Crash or device, installed under or on top regularly scheduled maintenance or of the seat fabric, could also replacement. Make sure the airbag { Warning interfere with the operation of the readiness light is working. See 0 passenger sensing system. This Airbag Readiness Light 103. A crash can damage the airbag could either prevent proper systems in the vehicle. deployment of the passenger Caution A damaged airbag system may airbag(s) or prevent the passenger not properly protect you and your sensing system from properly If an airbag covering is damaged, passenger(s) in a crash, resulting turning off the passenger airbag(s). opened, or broken, the airbag in serious injury or even death. To See Passenger Sensing System may not work properly. Do not help make sure the airbag 0 67. open or break the airbag systems are working properly If the vehicle must be modified coverings. If there are any after a crash, have them because you have a disability and opened or broken airbag inspected and any necessary have questions about whether the coverings, have the airbag replacements made as soon as modifications will affect the vehicle's covering and/or airbag module possible. airbag system, or if you have replaced. For the location of the questions about whether the airbag airbags, see Where Are the 0 If an airbag inflates, you will need to system will be affected if the vehicle Airbags? 62. See your dealer replace airbag system parts. See is modified for any other reason, call for service. your dealer for service. Customer Assistance. See Customer Assistance Offices 0 271. If the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is started or comes The vehicle has roll bars. See on when you are driving, the airbag Different Size Tires and Wheels system may not work properly. Have 0 227. the vehicle serviced right away. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 103. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Seats and Restraints 73 Child Restraints . Sit all the way back on the seat. Q: What is the proper way to Do the knees bend at the seat wear seat belts? Older Children edge? If yes, continue. If no, A: An older child should wear a return to the booster seat. lap-shoulder belt and get the . Buckle the lap-shoulder belt. additional restraint a shoulder Does the shoulder belt rest on belt can provide. The shoulder the shoulder? If yes, continue. belt should not cross the face or If no, try using the rear seat belt neck. The lap belt should fit comfort guide, if available. See snugly below the hips, just “Rear Seat Belt Comfort Guides” touching the top of the thighs. under Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 56. This applies belt force to the If a comfort guide is not child's pelvic bones in a crash. available, or if the shoulder belt It should never be worn over the still does not rest on the abdomen, which could cause shoulder, then return to the severe or even fatal internal booster seat. injuries in a crash. . Does the lap belt fit low and Also see Rear Seat Belt Comfort Older children who have outgrown “ snug on the hips, touching the Guides under Lap-Shoulder Belt booster seats should wear the ” thighs? If yes, continue. If no, 0 56. vehicle’s seat belts. return to the booster seat. According to accident statistics, The manufacturer instructions that . Can proper seat belt fit be children are safer when properly come with the booster seat state the maintained for the length of the restrained in a rear seating position. weight and height limitations for that trip? If yes, continue. If no, booster. Use a booster seat with a In a crash, children who are not return to the booster seat. lap-shoulder belt until the child buckled up can strike other people passes the fit test below: who are buckled up, or can be thrown out of the vehicle. Older children need to use seat belts properly. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
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{ Warning { Warning
Never allow more than one child Never allow a child to wear the to wear the same seat belt. The seat belt with the shoulder belt seat belt cannot properly spread behind their back. A child can be the impact forces. In a crash, they seriously injured by not wearing can be crushed together and the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a seriously injured. A seat belt must crash, the child would not be be used by only one person at restrained by the shoulder belt. a time. The child could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury. The child might also slide under the lap Infants and Young belt. The belt force would then be Children applied right on the abdomen. That could cause serious or fatal Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and injuries. The shoulder belt should all other children. Neither the go over the shoulder and across distance traveled nor the age and the chest. size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Seats and Restraints 75 appropriate child restraints. Neither { Warning the vehicle's seat belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them. Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is Children who are not restrained wrapped around their neck. The properly can strike other people, shoulder belt can tighten but or can be thrown out of the vehicle. cannot be loosened if it is locked. The shoulder belt locks when it is { Warning pulled all the way out of the retractor. It unlocks when the Never hold an infant or a child shoulder belt is allowed to go all while riding in a vehicle. Due to the way back into the retractor, crash forces, an infant or a child but it cannot do this if it is will become so heavy it is not { Warning possible to hold it during a crash. wrapped around a child’s neck. If the shoulder belt is locked and For example, in a crash at only Children who are up against, 40 km/h (25 mph), a 5.5 kg (12 lb) tightened around a child’s neck, or very close to, any airbag when the only way to loosen the belt is infant will suddenly become a it inflates can be seriously injured to cut it. 110 kg (240 lb) force on a person's or killed. Never put a rear-facing arms. An infant or child should be child restraint in the front Never leave children unattended secured in an appropriate outboard seat. Secure a in a vehicle and never allow restraint. rear-facing child restraint in a rear children to play with the seat seat. It is also better to secure a belts. forward-facing child restraint in a rear seat. If you must secure a Every time infants and young forward-facing child restraint in children ride in vehicles, they should the front outboard seat, always have the protection provided by move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
76 Seats and Restraints For each type of child restraint, there are many different models { Warning available. When purchasing a child restraint, be sure it is designed to be A young child's hip bones are still used in a motor vehicle. If it is, the so small that the vehicle's regular restraint will have a label saying that seat belt may not remain low on it meets federal motor vehicle safety the hip bones, as it should. standards. The restraint Instead, it may settle up around manufacturer's instructions that the child's abdomen. In a crash, come with the restraint state the the belt would apply force on a weight and height limitations for a body area that is unprotected by particular child restraint. In addition, any bony structure. This alone there are many kinds of restraints could cause serious or fatal Child restraints are devices used to available for children with special injuries. To reduce the risk of restrain, seat, or position children in needs. the vehicle and are sometimes serious or fatal injuries during a called child seats or car seats. crash, young children should { Warning always be secured in appropriate There are three basic types of child restraints. child restraints: To reduce the risk of neck and . Forward-facing child restraints head injury in a crash, infants and toddlers should be secured in a . Rear-facing child restraints rear-facing child restraint until age . Belt-positioning booster seats two, or until they reach the maximum height and weight limits The proper child restraint for your of their child restraint. child depends on their size, weight, and age, and also on whether the child restraint is compatible with the vehicle in which it will be used. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Seats and Restraints 77 Child Restraint Systems
Forward-Facing Child Restraint Booster Seats Rear-Facing Infant Restraint A forward-facing child restraint A belt-positioning booster seat is provides restraint for the child's used for children who have A rear-facing child restraint provides body with the harness. outgrown their forward-facing child restraint with the seating surface restraint. Boosters are designed to against the back of the infant. improve the fit of the vehicle's seat The harness system holds the infant belt system until the child is large in place and, in a crash, acts to enough for the vehicle seat belts to keep the infant positioned in the fit properly without a booster seat. restraint. See the seat belt fit test in Older Children 0 73. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
78 Seats and Restraints Securing an Add-On Child When securing an add-on child availability in Canada, check with Restraint in the Vehicle restraint, refer to the instructions Transport Canada or the Provincial that come with the restraint which Ministry of Transportation office. { Warning may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both, and to this manual. Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint A child can be seriously injured or The child restraint instructions are killed in a crash if the child important, so if they are not restraint is not properly secured in available, obtain a replacement { Warning copy from the manufacturer. the vehicle. Secure the child A child can be seriously injured or Keep in mind that an unsecured restraint properly in the vehicle killed in a crash if the child is not child restraint can move around in a using the vehicle’s seat belt or properly secured in the child collision or sudden stop and injure LATCH system, following the restraint. Secure the child instructions that came with that people in the vehicle. Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in properly following the instructions child restraint and the instructions that came with that child restraint. in this manual. the vehicle — even when no child is in it.
To help reduce the chance of injury, In some areas of the United States Where to Put the the child restraint must be secured and Canada, Certified Child Restraint Passenger Safety Technicians in the vehicle. Child restraints must According to accident statistics, be secured in vehicle seats by lap (CPSTs) are available to inspect and demonstrate how to correctly children and infants are safer when belts or the lap belt portion of a properly restrained in an appropriate lap-shoulder belt, or by the LATCH use and install child restraints. In the U.S., refer to the National child restraint secured in a rear system. See Lower Anchors and seating position. Tethers for Children (LATCH Highway Traffic Safety System) 0 79 for more information. Administration (NHTSA) website to Whenever possible, children aged Children can be endangered in a locate the nearest child safety seat 12 and under should be secured in crash if the child restraint is not inspection station. For CPST a rear seating position. properly secured in the vehicle. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Seats and Restraints 79 Never put a rear-facing child passengers or child restraints. restraint in the front. This is because Warning (Continued) Adjacent seating positions should the risk to the rear-facing child is so not be used if the child restraint great if the airbag deploys. Secure rear-facing child restraints prevents access to or interferes with in a rear seat, even if the airbag the routing of the seat belt. is off. If you secure a { Warning forward-facing child restraint in Wherever a child restraint is installed, be sure to follow the A child in a rear-facing child the front seat, always move the front passenger seat as far back instructions that came with the child restraint can be seriously injured restraint and secure the child as it will go. It is better to secure or killed if the front passenger restraint properly. airbag inflates. This is because the child restraint in a rear seat. the back of the rear-facing child Keep in mind that an unsecured See Passenger Sensing System child restraint can move around in a restraint would be very close to 0 67 for additional information. collision or sudden stop and injure the inflating airbag. A child in a people in the vehicle. Be sure to forward-facing child restraint can When securing a child restraint with properly secure any child restraint in be seriously injured or killed if the the seat belts in a rear seat position, the vehicle — even when no child is front passenger airbag inflates study the instructions that came with in it. and the passenger seat is in a the child restraint to make sure it is forward position. compatible with this vehicle. Lower Anchors and Even if the passenger sensing Child restraints and booster seats Tethers for Children system has turned off the front vary considerably in size, and some (LATCH System) passenger frontal airbag, no may fit in certain seating positions system is fail-safe. No one can better than others. The LATCH system secures a child guarantee that an airbag will not restraint during driving or in a crash. Depending on where you place the deploy under some unusual LATCH attachments on the child child restraint and the size of the circumstance, even though it is restraint are used to attach the child child restraint, you may not be able restraint to the anchors in the turned off. to access adjacent seat belts or (Continued) LATCH anchors for additional Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
80 Seats and Restraints vehicle. This system is designed to When installing a child restraint with Not all vehicle seating positions make installation of a child restraint a top tether, you must also use have lower anchors. In this case, easier. either the lower anchors or the seat the seat belt must be used (with top In order to use the LATCH system in belts to properly secure the child tether where available) to secure your vehicle, you need a child restraint. A child restraint must the child restraint. See Securing never be installed using only the top Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt restraint that has LATCH 0 attachments. LATCH-compatible tether and anchor. in the Rear Seat) 86 or Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt rear-facing and forward-facing child The LATCH anchorage system can 0 seats can be properly installed be used until the combined weight in the Front Seat) 89. using either the LATCH anchors or of the child plus the child restraint is Lower Anchors the vehicle’s seat belts. Do not use 29.5 kg (65 lbs). Use the seat belt both the seat belts and the LATCH alone instead of the LATCH anchorage system to secure a anchorage system once the rear-facing or forward-facing combined weight is more than child seat. 29.5 kg (65 lbs). Booster seats use the vehicle’s seat See Securing Child Restraints (With belts to secure the child and the the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat) 0 86 booster seat. If the manufacturer or Securing Child Restraints (With recommends that the booster seat the Seat Belt in the Front Seat) be secured with the LATCH system, 0 89. this can be done as long as the Child restraints built after March booster seat can be positioned 2014 will be labeled with the properly and there is no interference specific child weight up to which the with the proper positioning of the LATCH system can be used to Lower anchors (1) are metal bars lap-shoulder belt on the child. install the restraint. built into the vehicle. There are two Make sure to follow the instructions The following explains how to attach lower anchors for each LATCH that came with the child restraint, a child restraint with these seating position that will and also the instructions in this attachments in the vehicle. accommodate a child restraint with manual. lower attachments (2). Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Seats and Restraints 81 Top Tether Anchor Some child restraints that have a H : Seating positions with two top tether are designed for use with lower anchors. or without the top tether being attached. Others require the top tether always to be attached. In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the child restraint. Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations
A top tether (3, 4) is used to secure the top of the child restraint to the The rear outboard seating positions vehicle. A top tether anchor is built have exposed metal lower anchors into the vehicle. The top tether in the openings below the crease attachment hook (2) on the child between the seatback and the seat restraint connects to the top tether cushion. anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in a crash. The child restraint may have a single tether (3) or a dual tether (4). Rear Seat Either will have a single attachment hook (2) to secure the top tether to I : Seating positions with top the anchor. tether anchors. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
82 Seats and Restraints There are top tether anchor symbols According to accident statistics, to assist you in locating the top children and infants are safer when { Warning tether anchors. properly restrained in a child restraint system or infant restraint To reduce the risk of serious or system secured in a rear seating fatal injuries during a crash, do position. See Where to Put the not attach more than one child Restraint 0 78 for additional restraint to a single anchor. information. Attaching more than one child restraint to a single anchor could Securing a Child Restraint cause the anchor or attachment Designed for the LATCH to come loose or even break System during a crash. A child or others could be injured. { Warning
A child could be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child { Warning The top tether anchors are located restraint is not properly attached on the back of the rear seatbacks. Children can be seriously injured to the vehicle using either the Be sure to use an anchor on the or strangled if a shoulder belt is LATCH anchors or the vehicle same side of the vehicle as the wrapped around their neck. The seat belt. Follow the instructions seating position where the child shoulder belt can tighten but that came with the child restraint restraint will be placed. cannot be loosened if it is locked. and the instructions in this The shoulder belt locks when it is Do not secure a child restraint in a manual. position without a top tether anchor pulled all the way out of the if a national or local law requires retractor. It unlocks when the that the top tether be attached, or if shoulder belt is allowed to go all the instructions that come with the the way back into the retractor, child restraint say that the top tether (Continued) must be attached. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Seats and Restraints 83 1. For rear seating positions, Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) if the head restraint interferes with the proper installation of but it cannot do this if it is children. Ensure that nothing is the child restraint, the head wrapped around a child’s neck. attached to the rear seats or on restraint may be removed. See If the shoulder belt is locked and the seat cushion. “Head Restraint Removal and tightened around a child’s neck, Reinstallation” at the end of the only way to loosen the belt is this section. to cut it. Caution 2. If the child restraint Buckle any unused seat belts manufacturer's instructions behind the child restraint so Do not let the LATCH recommend that the top tether children cannot reach them. Pull attachments rub against the be attached, attach the top the shoulder belt all the way out vehicle’s seat belts. This may tether to the top tether anchor. of the retractor to set the lock, damage these parts. If necessary, Refer to the child restraint and tighten the belt behind the move buckled seat belts to avoid instructions and the following child restraint after the child rubbing the LATCH attachments. steps: restraint has been installed. Do not fold the rear seatback when the seat is occupied. Do not fold the empty rear seat with a { Warning seat belt buckled. This could damage the seat belt or the seat. Take care when operating the Unbuckle and return the seat belt foldable rear seats. The rear to its stowed position, before seatback folds forward with folding the seat. considerable power which can cause injury, particularly to If you need to secure more than one (Continued) child restraint in the rear seat, see Where to Put the Restraint 0 78. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
84 Seats and Restraints 2.1. Pull the release switch in the trunk to fold the rear seatback forward to access the top tether anchors. See Rear Seats 0 52 for additional information. 2.2. Adjust the top tether to its full length and route the top tether according to If you are using a single If you are using a dual your child restraint tether in a rear seating tether in a rear seating instructions and the position and the head position and the head following instructions: restraint has been restraint has been removed, route the single removed, route the dual tether over the seatback. tether over the seatback.
If you are using a single tether in a rear seating position, route the tether If you are using a dual under the head restraint. tether in a rear seating position, route the tether around the sides of the head restraint. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Seats and Restraints 85 2.3. Attach the top tether hook Securing Child Restraints (With to the anchor on the back the Seat Belt in the Front Seat) of the rear seatback. 0 89. Make sure that you 4. Tighten the top tether. secure the top tether to the top tether anchor and 5. Before placing a child in the not to the seatback latch. child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To 2.4. Push rearward on the check, grasp the child restraint seatback until it locks into at the LATCH path and attempt its upright position. Push to move it side to side and and pull on the seatback back and forth. There should to make sure it is secured be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) properly. of movement for proper 2. Press both buttons on the head 3. Put the child restraint on the installation. restraint posts at the same seat. Attach and tighten the time, and pull up on the head lower LATCH attachments on Head Restraint Removal and restraint. the child restraint to the lower Reinstallation 3. Store the head restraint in the anchors. If the child restraint The rear outboard head restraints trunk of the vehicle. does not have lower can be removed if they interfere with attachments or the desired 4. When the child restraint is the proper installation of the child removed, reinstall the head seating position does not have restraint. lower anchors, secure the child restraint before the seating restraint with the seat belts and To remove the head restraint: position is used. the top tether. Refer to your 1. Pull the release switch in the child restraint manufacturer trunk to fold the seatback instructions and see Securing forward. See Rear Seats 0 52 Child Restraints (With the Seat for additional information. Belt in the Rear Seat) 0 86 or Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
86 Seats and Restraints 1. Insert the head restraint posts If the vehicle has the LATCH system { Warning into the holes in the top of the and it was being used during a seatback. The notches on the crash, new LATCH system parts With head restraints that are not posts must face the driver side may be needed. installed and adjusted properly, of the vehicle. there is a greater chance that New parts and repairs may be occupants will suffer a neck/ 2. Push the head restraint down. necessary even if the LATCH spinal injury in a crash. Do not 3. Try to move the head restraint system was not being used at the drive until the head restraints for to make sure that it is locked in time of the crash. all occupants are installed and place. adjusted properly. Securing Child Restraints Replacing LATCH System (With the Seat Belt in the To reinstall the head restraint: Parts After a Crash Rear Seat) When securing a child restraint in a { Warning rear seating position, study the instructions that came with the child A crash can damage the LATCH restraint to make sure it is system in the vehicle. A damaged compatible with this vehicle. LATCH system may not properly If the child restraint has the LATCH secure the child restraint, system, see Lower Anchors and resulting in serious injury or even Tethers for Children (LATCH death in a crash. To help make System) 0 79 for how and where to sure the LATCH system is install the child restraint using working properly after a crash, LATCH. If a child restraint is see your dealer to have the secured in the vehicle using a seat system inspected and any belt and it uses a top tether, see necessary replacements made as Lower Anchors and Tethers for soon as possible. Children (LATCH System) 0 79 for top tether anchor locations. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Seats and Restraints 87 Do not secure a child restraint in a Reinstallation” under Lower position without a top tether anchor Anchors and Tethers for if a national or local law requires Children (LATCH System) 0 79. that the top tether be anchored, or if 2. If the child restraint the instructions that come with the manufacturer recommends child restraint say that the top tether using a top tether, adjust the must be anchored. top tether to its full length and In Canada, the law requires that attach it to the top tether forward-facing child restraints have anchor. Refer to the a top tether, and that the tether be instructions that came with the attached. child restraint and see Lower Anchors and Tethers for If the child restraint or vehicle seat 0 position does not have the LATCH Children (LATCH System) 79. 5. Push the latch plate into the system, you will be using the seat 3. Put the child restraint on buckle until it clicks. If the latch belt to secure the child restraint. Be the seat. plate will not go fully into the sure to follow the instructions that buckle, check if the correct 4. Pick up the latch plate, and run buckle is being used. came with the child restraint. the lap and shoulder portions If more than one child restraint of the vehicle's seat belt Position the release button on needs to be installed in the rear through or around the restraint. the buckle, away from the child seat, be sure to read Where to Put The child restraint instructions restraint, so that the seat belt the Restraint 0 78. will show you how. could be quickly unbuckled if necessary. 1. If the head restraint interferes with the proper installation of the child restraint, the head restraint may be removed. See “Head Restraint Removal and Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
88 Seats and Restraints 8. Tighten the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 79. 9. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the seat 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 6. Pull the shoulder belt all the 7. To tighten the belt, push down more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of way out of the retractor to set on the child restraint, pull the movement. the lock. When the retractor shoulder portion of the belt to To remove the child restraint, lock is set, the belt can be tighten the lap portion of the unbuckle the vehicle seat belt and tightened but not pulled out of belt, and feed the shoulder belt let it return to the stowed position. the retractor. back into the retractor. When If the top tether is attached to a top installing a forward-facing child tether anchor, disconnect it. If the restraint, it may be helpful to head restraint was removed, use your knee to push down on reinstall it before the seating the child restraint as you position is used. See “Head tighten the belt. Restraint Removal and Try to pull the belt out of the Reinstallation” under Lower Anchors retractor to make sure the and Tethers for Children (LATCH retractor is locked. If the System) 0 79. retractor is not locked, repeat Steps 4 and 5. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Seats and Restraints 89 Securing Child Restraints { Warning Warning (Continued) (With the Seat Belt in the Front Seat) A child in a rear-facing child forward-facing child restraint in restraint can be seriously injured the front outboard passenger This vehicle has airbags. A rear or killed if the front outboard seat, always move the seat as far seat is a safer place to secure a passenger frontal airbag inflates. back as it will go. It is better to forward-facing child restraint. See This is because the back of the secure the child restraint in a Where to Put the Restraint 0 78. rear-facing child restraint would rear seat. In addition, the vehicle has a be very close to the inflating See Passenger Sensing System passenger sensing system which is airbag. A child in a forward-facing 0 67 for additional information. designed to turn off the front child restraint can be seriously outboard passenger frontal airbag injured or killed if the front and knee airbag under certain outboard passenger frontal airbag If the child restraint uses a top conditions. inflates and the passenger seat is tether, see Lower Anchors and See Passenger Sensing System in a forward position. Tethers for Children (LATCH 0 67 and Passenger Airbag Status System) 0 79 for top tether anchor Indicator 0 103 for more information, Even if the passenger sensing locations. including important safety system has turned off the front Do not secure a child seat in a information. outboard passenger airbag(s), no position without a top tether anchor system is fail-safe. No one can Never put a rear-facing child seat in if a national or local law requires the front. This is because the risk to guarantee that an airbag will not that the top tether be anchored, or if the rear-facing child is so great, deploy under some unusual the instructions that come with the if the airbag deploys. circumstance, even though the child restraint say that the top tether airbag(s) are off. must be anchored. Secure rear-facing child restraints In Canada, the law requires that in a rear seat, even if the forward-facing child restraints have airbag(s) are off. If you secure a a top tether, and that the tether be (Continued) attached. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
90 Seats and Restraints When using the lap-shoulder belt to through or around the restraint. secure the child restraint in this The child restraint instructions position, follow the instructions that will show you how. came with the child restraint and the following instructions: 1. Move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the forward-facing child restraint. Move the seat upward or the seatback to an upright position, if needed, to get a tight installation of the child restraint. 5. Pull the shoulder belt all the When the passenger sensing way out of the retractor to set system has turned off the front the lock. When the retractor outboard passenger frontal lock is set, the belt can be airbag and knee airbag, the 4. Push the latch plate into the tightened but not pulled out of OFF indicator on the buckle until it clicks. the retractor. passenger airbag status Position the release button on indicator should light and stay the buckle, away from the child lit when you start the vehicle. restraint, so that the seat belt See Passenger Airbag Status could be quickly unbuckled if Indicator 0 103. necessary. 2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's seat belt Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Seats and Restraints 91 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 seat 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 6. To tighten the belt, push down indicator in the passenger airbag on the child restraint, pull the status indicator will come on and shoulder portion of the belt to stay on when the vehicle is started. tighten the lap portion of the If a child restraint has been installed belt, and feed the shoulder belt and the ON indicator is lit, see “If back into the retractor. When the On Indicator Is Lit for a Child installing a forward-facing child Restraint” under Passenger Sensing restraint, it may be helpful to System 0 67. use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you To remove the child restraint, tighten the belt. unbuckle the vehicle seat belt and let it return to the stowed position. Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is locked. If the retractor is not locked, repeat Steps 5 and 6. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
92 Storage Storage Storage Glove Box Compartments Lift up on the lever to open the glove box. Storage Compartments Storage Compartments ...... 92 { Warning The glove box features a pen Instrument Panel Storage ...... 92 holder. Glove Box ...... 92 Do not store heavy or sharp The intermediate shelf can be Rear Storage ...... 92 objects in storage compartments. removed by pulling on the Center Console Storage ...... 94 In a crash, these objects may front edge. cause the cover to open and could result in injury. To reinstall the shelf, slide it into the side guides and push back until it engages into the rear panel. Instrument Panel Storage Rear Storage Rear Trunk Partition The rear trunk partition must be folded out for the convertible top to move. If the partition is not completely folded out, including the pass-through flap behind the rear seats, a warning chime will sound and an EXTEND CARGO SHADE DIC message will display. See Rear Seats 0 52.
Pull down to open. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Storage 93 Shopping Bag Hooks
To extend the rear partition, make To enlarge the rear storage sure the pass-through flap is folded compartment when the convertible down in the vertical position then top is closed, the rear storage The hooks along the upper edge of pull the strap downward to the rear. partition can be folded in. Push the trunk can be used for hanging upward on the partition near the up to 5 kg (11 lb). loop area. See Convertible Top 0 37. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
94 Storage Cargo Tie-Downs Center Console Storage
There may be a small storage drawer on the rear of the console. The cargo tie-downs can be used to secure small loads. To access the storage, the armrest must be in the rearward position. Press the button and lift. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Instruments and Controls 95 Passenger Airbag Status Lamps On Reminder ...... 111 Instruments and Indicator ...... 103 Cruise Control Light ...... 111 Controls Charging System Light ...... 104 Door Ajar Light ...... 112 Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) ...... 104 Information Displays Brake System Warning Driver Information Controls Center (DIC) ...... 112 Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . 96 Light ...... 106 Steering Wheel Controls ...... 96 Electric Parking Brake Vehicle Messages Heated Steering Wheel ...... 96 Light ...... 106 Vehicle Messages ...... 115 Horn ...... 96 Service Electric Parking Brake Engine Power Messages . . . . . 115 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...... 96 Light ...... 107 Vehicle Speed Messages . . . . . 116 Compass ...... 98 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Clock ...... 98 Warning Light ...... 107 Vehicle Personalization Power Outlets ...... 98 Operate Pedal Light ...... 107 Vehicle Personalization ...... 116 Power Steering Warning Warning Lights, Gauges, and Light ...... 108 Indicators Lane Departure Warning Warning Lights, Gauges, and (LDW) Light ...... 108 Indicators ...... 99 Vehicle Ahead Indicator ...... 108 Instrument Cluster ...... 100 StabiliTrak OFF Light ...... 108 Speedometer ...... 101 Traction Control System (TCS)/ Odometer ...... 101 StabiliTrak Light ...... 109 Trip Odometer ...... 101 Tire Pressure Light ...... 109 Tachometer ...... 101 Engine Oil Pressure Light . . . . . 110 Fuel Gauge ...... 101 Low Fuel Warning Light ...... 110 Engine Coolant Temperature Security Light ...... 110 Gauge ...... 102 High-Beam On Light ...... 111 Seat Belt Reminders ...... 102 Adaptive Forward Lighting Airbag Readiness Light ...... 103 (AFL) Light ...... 111 Front Fog Lamp Light ...... 111 Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
96 Instruments and Controls Controls Do not adjust the steering wheel The steering wheel takes about while driving. three minutes to start heating. Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Controls Horn Adjustment The infotainment system can be Press a on the steering wheel pad operated by using the steering to sound the horn. wheel controls. See “Steering Wheel Controls” in the infotainment Windshield Wiper/Washer manual. Heated Steering Wheel
With the ignition on or in ACC/ ACCESSORY, move the windshield To adjust the steering wheel: wiper lever to select the wiper 1. Pull the lever down. speed. 2. Move the steering wheel up HI : Use for fast wipes. or down. LO : Use for slow wipes. 3. Pull or push the steering wheel closer or away from you. 4. Lift the lever up to lock the ( : If equipped with a heated steering wheel in place. steering wheel, press to turn it on or off. A light on the button displays when the feature is turned on. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Instruments and Controls 97 Wiper Parking INT : Move the windshield wiper When using Rainsense wipes, the lever to INT. Turn the x INT band wipers pause briefly on the on the wiper lever to adjust the windshield. If the wiper lever is sensitivity. moved to OFF or if Rainsense and additional wipes are not required, the wipers may move to the base of INT : Move the lever up to INT, then the windshield. turn the x INT band up or down If the ignition is turned off while the for more or less sensitivity to wipers are on LO, HI, or INT, they moisture. See “Rainsense” later in will immediately stop. this section. . Turn the band up for more If the windshield wiper lever is then sensitivity to moisture. OFF : Use to turn the wipers off. moved to OFF before the driver 1X : For a single wipe, briefly move door is opened or within 10 minutes, . Turn the band down for less the wiper lever down. For several the wipers will restart and move to sensitivity to moisture. wipes, hold the wiper lever down. the base of the windshield. . Move the windshield wiper lever Clear snow and ice from the wiper If the ignition is turned off while the out of the INT position to blades and windshield before using wipers are performing wipes due to deactivate Rainsense. them. If frozen to the windshield, windshield washing or Rainsense Wiper Arm Assembly Protection carefully loosen or thaw them. wipes, the wipers continue to run Damaged blades should be until they reach the base of the If equipped with wiper arm assembly replaced. See Wiper Blade windshield. protection, when using an automatic Replacement 0 195. car wash, move the windshield Rainsense wiper lever to OFF. This disables Heavy snow or ice can overload the A sensor detects the amount of the automatic Rainsense windshield wiper motor. See Electrical System water on the windshield and wipers. Overload 0 203. controls the frequency of the windshield wiper. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
98 Instruments and Controls With Rainsense, if the transmission will automatically determine when a is in N (Neutral) and the vehicle { Warning GPS signal is restored and provide speed is very slow, the wipers will a heading again. automatically stop at the base of the In freezing weather, do not use windshield. the washer until the windshield is Clock warmed. Otherwise the washer The wiper operations return to fluid can form ice on the The infotainment system controls normal when the transmission is no windshield, blocking your vision. are used to access the time and longer in N (Neutral) or the vehicle date settings through the menu speed has increased. system. The clock menu can only be used with the radio while the L : Pull the windshield wiper Compass n ignition is turned on or in ACC/ lever toward you to spray windshield The vehicle may have a compass ACCESSORY. See Time and Date washer fluid and activate the wipers. “ display on the Driver Information Settings under Configuration The wipers will continue until the ” “ Center (DIC). The compass receives Menu” in the infotainment manual. lever is released or the maximum its heading and other information wash time is reached. When the from the Global Positioning Power Outlets windshield wiper lever is released, System (GPS) antenna, StabiliTrak/ additional wipes may occur Electronic Stability Control (ESC), The accessory power outlets can be depending on how long the and vehicle speed information. used to plug in electrical equipment, windshield washer had been such as a cell phone or MP3 player. activated. See Washer Fluid 0 190 The compass system is designed to operate for a certain number of There is one accessory power outlet for information on filling the on the center stack below the windshield washer fluid reservoir. miles or degrees of turn before needing a signal from the GPS climate controls and one on the rear satellites. When the compass of the center console. These outlets display shows CAL, drive the are powered when the ignition is on vehicle for a short distance in an or in ACC/ACCESSORY, or until the open area where it can receive a driver door is opened within GPS signal. The compass system 10 minutes of turning off the vehicle. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 149. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Instruments and Controls 99 When adding electrical equipment, Warning Lights, Caution be sure to follow the installation instructions included with the Gauges, and Leaving electrical equipment equipment. See Add-On Electrical plugged in for an extended period Equipment 0 174. Indicators of time while the vehicle is off will Warning lights and gauges can drain the battery. Always unplug Caution signal that something is wrong electrical equipment when not in before it becomes serious enough use and do not plug in equipment Hanging heavy equipment from to cause an expensive repair or that exceeds the maximum the power outlet can cause replacement. Paying attention to the 20 amp rating. damage not covered by the warning lights and gauges could vehicle warranty. The power prevent injury. Certain electrical accessories may outlets are designed for Some warning lights come on briefly not be compatible with the accessory power plugs only, such when the engine is started to accessory power outlet and could as cell phone charge cords. indicate they are working. When overload vehicle or adapter fuses. one of the warning lights comes on If a problem is experienced, see and stays on while driving, or when your dealer. one of the gauges shows there may be a problem, check the section that explains what to do. Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
100 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Instruments and Controls 101 Speedometer An arrow on the fuel gauge Caution indicates the side of the vehicle the The speedometer shows the vehicle fuel door is on. speed in kilometers per hour (km/h) If the engine is operated with the and miles per hour (mph). rpm’s in the warning area at the When the fuel is low, a message high end of the tachometer, the may appear in the Driver Odometer vehicle could be damaged, and Information Center (DIC), and a the damage would not be covered chime will sound. The odometer shows how far the by the vehicle warranty. Do not Here are four things that some vehicle has been driven, in either operate the engine with the rpm s owners ask about. None of these kilometers or miles. ’ in the warning area. show a problem with your fuel Trip Odometer gauge: Fuel Gauge . At the service station, the fuel The trip odometer shows how far pump shuts off before the gauge the vehicle has been driven since reads full. the trip odometer was last reset. . It takes a little more or less fuel The trip odometer is accessed and to fill up than the gauge reset through the Driver Information indicated. For example, the Center (DIC). See Driver gauge may have indicated the Information Center (DIC) 0 112. tank was half full, but it actually took a little more or less than Tachometer half the tank's capacity to fill The tachometer displays the engine the tank. speed in revolutions per . The gauge moves a little while minute (rpm). turning a corner or speeding up.
When the ignition is on, the fuel gauge tells you about how much fuel you have left in your tank. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
102 Instruments and Controls . The gauge takes a few seconds If the vehicle has been operated If the driver seat belt is buckled, to stabilize after the ignition is under normal driving conditions, pull neither the light nor the chime turned on, and will go back to off the road, stop the vehicle, and comes on. empty when the ignition is turn off the engine as soon as turned off. possible. Passenger Seat Belt Reminder Light Engine Coolant Seat Belt Reminders There is a passenger seat belt Temperature Gauge reminder light near the passenger Driver Seat Belt Reminder airbag status indicator. See Light Passenger Sensing System 0 67. There is a driver seat belt reminder light on the instrument cluster.
When the vehicle is started, this light flashes and a chime may come When the vehicle is started, this on to remind passengers to fasten light flashes and a chime may come their seat belt. Then the light stays on to remind the driver to fasten on solid until the belt is buckled. This gauge shows the engine This cycle continues several times if coolant temperature. their seat belt. Then the light stays on solid until the belt is buckled. the passenger remains or becomes If the indicator needle moves to the This cycle may continue several unbuckled while the vehicle is hot side of the gauge toward the times if the driver remains or moving. shaded area, the engine is too hot. becomes unbuckled while the If the passenger seat belt is vehicle is moving. buckled, neither the chime nor the light comes on. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Instruments and Controls 103 The front passenger seat belt The airbag readiness light comes on reminder light and chime may turn for several seconds when the on if an object is put on the seat vehicle is started. If the light does such as a briefcase, handbag, not come on then, have it fixed grocery bag, laptop, or other immediately. electronic device. To turn off the reminder light and/or chime, remove { Warning the object from the seat or buckle When the vehicle is started, the passenger airbag status indicator the seat belt. If the airbag readiness light stays will light ON and OFF for several on after the vehicle is started or seconds as a system check. Then, Airbag Readiness Light comes on while driving, it means after several seconds, the status This light shows if there is an the airbag system might not be indicator will light either ON or OFF electrical problem with the airbag working properly. The airbags in to let you know the status of the system. The system check includes the vehicle might not inflate in a front outboard passenger frontal the airbag sensor(s), passenger crash, or they could even inflate airbag and knee airbag. without a crash. To help avoid sensing system, the pretensioners, If the word ON is lit on the injury, have the vehicle serviced the airbag modules, the roll bars, passenger airbag status indicator, it right away. the wiring, and the crash sensing means that the front outboard and diagnostic module. For more passenger frontal airbag and knee information on the airbag system, airbag are allowed to inflate. see Airbag System 0 61. Passenger Airbag Status Indicator If the word OFF is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it The vehicle has a passenger means that the passenger sensing sensing system. See Passenger system has turned off the front 0 Sensing System 67 for important outboard passenger frontal airbag safety information. The center stack and passenger knee airbag. has a passenger airbag status indicator. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
104 Instruments and Controls If, after several seconds, both status The charging system light comes on is working when the ignition is on indicator lights remain on, or if there briefly when the ignition is turned with the engine not running. See are no lights at all, there may be a on, but the engine is not running, as Ignition Positions 0 146. problem with the lights or the a check to show the light is working. passenger sensing system. See The light turns off when the engine your dealer for service. is started. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. { Warning If the light stays on, or comes on while driving, there could be a If the airbag readiness light ever problem with the electrical charging comes on and stays on, it means system. Have it checked by your Malfunctions are often indicated by that something may be wrong dealer. Driving while this light is on the system before any problem is with the airbag system. To help could drain the battery. noticeable. Being aware of the light avoid injury to yourself or others, and seeking service promptly when If a short distance must be driven have the vehicle serviced right it comes on may prevent damage. with the light on, be sure to turn off away. See Airbag Readiness 0 all accessories, such as the radio Light 103 for more information, and air conditioner. Caution including important safety information. Malfunction Indicator If the vehicle is driven continually with this light on, the emission Lamp (Check Engine control system may not work as Charging System Light Light) well, the fuel economy may be lower, and the vehicle may not This light is part of the vehicle’s emission control on-board run smoothly. This could lead to diagnostic system. If this light is on costly repairs that might not be while the engine is running, a covered by the vehicle warranty. malfunction has been detected and the vehicle may require service. The light should come on to show that it Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Instruments and Controls 105 If the light continues to flash, find a If the light remains on, see your Caution safe place to park. Turn the vehicle dealer. off and wait at least 10 seconds Modifications to the engine, before restarting the engine. If the Emissions Inspection and transmission, exhaust, intake, light is still flashing, follow the Maintenance Programs or fuel system, or the use of previous guidelines and see your If the vehicle requires an Emissions replacement tires that do not dealer for service as soon as Inspection/Maintenance test, the meet the original tire possible. test equipment will likely connect to specifications, can cause this light If the light is on steady : A the vehicle's Data Link to come on. This could lead to malfunction has been detected. Connector (DLC). costly repairs not covered by the Diagnosis and service may be vehicle warranty. This could also required. affect the vehicle’s ability to pass an Emissions Inspection/ Check the following: Maintenance test. See . A loose or missing fuel cap may Accessories and Modifications cause the light to come on. See 0 177. Filling the Tank 0 171. A few driving trips with the cap properly installed may turn the The DLC is under the instrument If the light is flashing : A light off. panel to the left of the steering malfunction has been detected that wheel. Connecting devices that are could damage the emission control . Poor fuel quality can cause not used to perform an Emissions system and increase vehicle inefficient engine operation and Inspection/Maintenance test or to emissions. Diagnosis and service poor driveability, which may go service the vehicle may affect may be required. away once the engine is warmed vehicle operation. See Add-On up. If this occurs, change the 0 To help prevent damage, reduce Electrical Equipment 174. See fuel brand. It may require at vehicle speed and avoid hard your dealer if assistance is needed. least one full tank of the proper accelerations and uphill grades. fuel to turn the light off. See The vehicle may not pass Recommended Fuel 0 170. inspection if: Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
106 Instruments and Controls . The light is on when the engine vehicle. For normal braking is running. performance, both circuits need to Warning (Continued) be working. . The light does not come on Driving with the brake system when the ignition is on with the The brake system warning light will warning light on can lead to a engine not running. come on when there is a brake crash. If the light is still on after . Critical emission control systems problem. the vehicle has been pulled off have not been completely If the warning light stays on, have the road and carefully stopped, diagnosed. If this happens, the the vehicle inspected by your dealer have the vehicle towed for vehicle would not be ready for right away. service. inspection and might require several days of routine driving before the system is ready for If the light comes on while driving, a inspection. This can happen if chime sounds. Pull off the road and the 12-volt battery has recently stop. The pedal might be harder to been replaced or run down, or if push or go closer to the floor. the vehicle has been recently It might also take longer to stop. serviced. If the light is still on, have the This light should come on briefly vehicle towed for service. See See your dealer if the vehicle will when the engine is started. If it does Towing the Vehicle 0 240. not pass or cannot be made ready not come on then, have it fixed so it for the test. will be ready to warn you if there is Electric Parking Brake a problem. Brake System Warning Light Light { Warning The vehicle brake system consists The brake system might not be of two hydraulic circuits. If one working properly if the brake circuit is not working, the remaining system warning light is on. circuit can still work to stop the (Continued) Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Instruments and Controls 107 The parking brake status light causing the parking brake system to (13 mph), see your dealer for comes on when the brake is work at a reduced level. The vehicle service. A chime may also sound applied. If the light continues can still be driven, but should be when the light comes on steady. flashing after the parking brake is taken to a dealer as soon as If the regular brake system warning released, or while driving, there is a possible. See the information for the light is not on, the vehicle still has problem with the Electric Parking EPB under Electric Parking Brake 0 brakes, but not antilock brakes. Brake (EPB) system. 156. If the regular brake system warning If the light does not come on, light is also on, the vehicle does not or remains flashing, see your dealer. Antilock Brake System have antilock brakes and there is a (ABS) Warning Light problem with the regular brakes. Service Electric Parking See Brake System Warning Light Brake Light 0 106. Operate Pedal Light
The Antilock Brake System (ABS) light comes on briefly when the The parking brake warning light engine is started. should come on briefly when If the light does not come on, have starting the vehicle. If it does not the vehicle serviced by your dealer. This light comes on when the brake come on, have it fixed so it will be pedal needs to be applied to release If the ABS light comes on and stays the Electric Parking Brake (EPB). ready to warn if there is a problem. on while driving, stop as soon as If this light stays on, there is a possible and turn the ignition off. problem with the Electric Parking Start the engine again to reset the Brake (EPB) system or another system. If the light stays on after system on the vehicle that is driving at a speed above 20 km/h Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
108 Instruments and Controls Power Steering Warning Lane Departure Warning Vehicle Ahead Indicator Light (LDW) Light
If equipped, this indicator will This light comes on briefly when the If equipped, this light comes on display green when a vehicle is ignition is turned on as a check to briefly while starting the vehicle. If it detected ahead. show it is working. does not come on, have the vehicle See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) 0 If it does not come on have the serviced. System 167. vehicle serviced by your dealer. This light is green if LDW is on and StabiliTrak OFF Light If this light stays on, or comes on ready to operate. while driving, the system may not be This light changes to amber and working. If this happens, see your flashes to indicate that the lane dealer for service. marking has been crossed without using a turn signal in that direction. See Lane Departure Warning (LDW) 0 168. This light comes on briefly while starting the engine. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Instruments and Controls 109 This light comes on when the If the light does not come on, have For vehicles with the Tire Pressure StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability the vehicle serviced by your dealer. Monitor System (TPMS), this light Control (ESC) system is turned off. If the system is working normally, comes on briefly when the engine is If StabiliTrak/ESC is off, the Traction the indicator light turns off. started. It provides information Control System (TCS) is also off. If the light is on and not flashing, the about tire pressures and the TPMS. If StabiliTrak/ESC and TCS are off, TCS and potentially the StabiliTrak/ When the Light Is On Steady the system does not assist in ESC system have been disabled. controlling the vehicle. Turn on the A Driver Information Center (DIC) This indicates that one or more of TCS and the StabiliTrak/ESC message may display. Check the the tires are significantly systems, and the warning light DIC messages to determine which underinflated. turns off. feature(s) is no longer functioning Stop as soon as possible, and See Traction Control/Electronic and whether the vehicle requires inflate the tires to the pressure value Stability Control 0 158. service. shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Tire Pressure If the light is on and flashing, the 0 Traction Control System TCS and/or the StabiliTrak/ESC 218. (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light system is actively working. When the Light Flashes First and See Traction Control/Electronic Then Is On Steady Stability Control 0 158. If the light flashes for about a minute and then stays on, there may be a Tire Pressure Light problem with the TPMS. If the problem is not corrected, the light will come on at every ignition cycle. See Tire Pressure Monitor 0 This light comes on briefly when the Operation 220. engine is started. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
110 Instruments and Controls Engine Oil Pressure Light If the light comes on and stays on, it The low fuel warning light comes on means that oil is not flowing through and a chime sounds when the the engine properly. The vehicle vehicle is low on fuel. The light turns Caution could be low on oil and might have off when fuel is added to the Lack of proper engine oil some other system problem. See fuel tank. your dealer. maintenance can damage the engine. Driving with the engine oil Security Light low can also damage the engine. Low Fuel Warning Light The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Check the oil level as soon as possible. Add oil if required, but if the oil level is within the operating range and the oil pressure is still low, have the vehicle serviced. Always The security light should come on follow the maintenance schedule briefly as the engine is started. If it for changing engine oil. does not come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally, the indicator light turns off. If the light stays on and the engine This light comes on for a few does not start, there could be a seconds when the ignition is turned problem with the theft-deterrent on as a check to indicate it is system. See Immobilizer Operation working. If it does not come on, 0 32. have it fixed. This light should come on briefly as the engine is started. If it does not come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Instruments and Controls 111 High-Beam On Light This light comes on solid when Lamps On Reminder there is a problem with the AFL system. It flashes when the system is switching between lighting modes. See Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL) 0 123. Front Fog Lamp Light The high‐beam on light comes on This light comes on when the when the high-beam headlamps are exterior lamps are in use. See in use. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 121. See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer 0 122 for more information. Cruise Control Light
Adaptive Forward If equipped, this light comes on Lighting (AFL) Light when the fog lamps are on. The light goes out when the fog lamps are turned off. See Fog Lamps 0 125. For vehicles with cruise control, the cruise control light is white when the cruise control is on and ready, and turns green when the cruise control This light should come on briefly as is set and active. the vehicle is started. If it does not come on, have the vehicle serviced The light turns off when the cruise by your dealer. control is turned off. See Cruise Control 0 160. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
112 Instruments and Controls Door Ajar Light Information Displays DIC Buttons Driver Information Center (DIC) The DIC displays information about the vehicle. It also displays warning messages if a system problem is If equipped, this light comes on detected. See Vehicle Messages 1. SET/CLR: Press to set, when a door is open or not securely 0 115. All messages appear in the or press and hold to clear, the latched. Before driving, check that DIC display in the center of the menu item displayed. instrument cluster. all doors are properly closed. 2. w / x: Use to scroll through DIC Operation and Displays the items in each menu. A small marker will move The DIC has different displays across the bottom of the page which can be accessed by using the as you scroll through the items. DIC buttons on the turn signal lever. This shows where each page is The DIC displays trip, fuel, and in the menu. vehicle system information, and warning messages if a system 3. MENU: Press to get to the Trip/ problem is detected. Fuel Menu and the Vehicle Information Menu. This button The bottom of the DIC display is also used to return to or exit shows the position of the shift lever the last screen displayed on and the odometer. It may also show the DIC. the direction the vehicle is driving. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Instruments and Controls 113 Trip/Fuel Menu Items Trip 1 and Trip 2 approximate average fuel economy that the vehicle has right now, and Press MENU on the turn signal These displays show the current will change as driving conditions lever until the Trip/Fuel Menu is distance traveled, in either kilometers (km) or miles (mi), since change. The average fuel economy displayed. Use w / x to scroll can be reset by pressing SET/CLR through the following menu items: the last reset for the trip odometer. The trip odometer can be reset to while the Average Fuel Economy . Digital Speedometer zero by pressing SET/CLR, or the display is showing. . Trip 1 trip odometer reset stem in the Instantaneous Fuel Economy instrument cluster, while the trip . Trip 2 odometer display is showing. The instantaneous fuel economy display shows the current fuel Fuel Range . Fuel Range economy in liters per 100 kilometers Average Fuel Economy . This display shows the approximate (L/100 km) or miles per gallon . Instantaneous Fuel Economy distance the vehicle can be driven (mpg). The instantaneous fuel economy reflects only the current . Average Vehicle Speed without refueling. The fuel range estimate is based on an average of approximate fuel economy, and . Timer the vehicle's fuel economy over changes frequently as driving conditions change. Unlike average . Navigation recent driving history and the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel economy, this display cannot be Digital Speedometer tank. Fuel range cannot be reset. reset. The speedometer shows how fast Average Fuel Economy Average Vehicle Speed the vehicle is moving in either This display shows the average kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles This display shows the approximate average liters per 100 kilometers speed of the vehicle in kilometers per hour (mph). The speedometer per hour (km/h) or miles per cannot be reset. (L/100 km) or miles per gallon (mpg). Average fuel economy is hour (mph). This average is calculated based on the number of calculated based on the various L/100 km (mpg) recorded since the vehicle speeds recorded since the last time this menu item was reset. last reset of this value. The average This number reflects only the Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
114 Instruments and Controls speed can be reset by pressing Vehicle Information Menu Tire Pressure SET/CLR while the Average Vehicle Items The display will show a vehicle with Speed display is showing. Press MENU on the turn signal the approximate pressures of all Timer lever until the Vehicle Information four tires. Tire pressure is displayed Menu is displayed. Use / to in either kilopascal (kPa) or pounds This display can be used as a timer. w x per square inch (psi). See Tire scroll through the following menu To start the timer, press SET/CLR Pressure Monitor System 0 219 and items: while Timer is displayed. The Tire Pressure Monitor Operation display will show the amount of time . Unit 0 220. that has passed since the timer was last reset, not including time the . Tire Pressure Remaining Oil Life ignition is off. Time will continue to . Remaining Oil Life This display shows an estimate of be counted as long as the ignition is . Battery Voltage the oil's remaining useful life. on, even if another display is being If REMAINING OIL LIFE 99% is shown on the DIC. The timer will Unit displayed, that means 99% of the record up to 99 hours, 59 minutes, current oil life remains. and 59 seconds (99:59:59) after Press SET/CLR to set. which the display will return to zero. Move w / x to switch between When the remaining oil life is low, To stop the timer, press SET/CLR metric or US when the set Unit the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON briefly while Timer is displayed. To display is active. Press SET/CLR to message will appear on the display. reset the timer to zero, press and confirm the setting. This will change The oil should be changed as soon hold SET/CLR. the displays on the cluster and DIC as possible. See Engine Oil 0 181. to either metric or English (US) In addition to the engine oil life Navigation measurements. system monitoring the oil life, If equipped, this display is used for additional maintenance is the Navigation System Turn-by-Turn recommended. See Maintenance guidance. Schedule 0 255. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Instruments and Controls 115 Remember, the Remaining Oil Life Vehicle Messages . Driver Assistance Systems display must be reset after each oil . Cruise Control change. It will not reset itself. Also, Messages displayed on the DIC be careful not to reset the indicate the status of the vehicle or . Lighting and Bulb Replacement Remaining Oil Life display some action that may be needed to . Wiper/Washer Systems accidentally at any time other than correct a condition. Multiple when the oil has just been changed. messages may display one after the . Doors and Windows It cannot be reset accurately until other. . Convertible Top the next oil change. To reset the The messages that do not require . Seat Belts engine oil life system, press SET/ immediate action can be CLR while the Remaining Oil Life acknowledged and cleared by . Airbag Systems display is active. See Engine Oil 0 pressing SET/CLR. The messages . Engine and Transmission Life System 183. that require immediate action cannot . Tire Pressure Battery Voltage be cleared until that action is performed. All messages should be . Battery This display shows the current taken seriously and clearing the battery voltage. If the voltage is in messages does not correct the Engine Power Messages the normal range, the value will problem. display. For example, the display ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED may read Battery Voltage 15.0 Follow the instructions given in the Volts. The vehicle's charging system messages. The system displays This message displays when the regulates voltage based on the state messages regarding the following vehicle's propulsion power is of the battery. The battery voltage topics: reduced. Reduced propulsion power can affect the vehicle's ability to can fluctuate while viewing this . Service Messages information on the DIC. This is accelerate. If this message is on, normal. See Charging System Light . Fluid Levels but there is no observed reduction in performance, proceed to your 0 104. . Vehicle Security destination. The performance may . Brakes be reduced the next time the vehicle . Ride Control Systems is driven. The vehicle may be driven Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
116 Instruments and Controls while this message is on, but Vehicle BACK maximum acceleration and speed . Press to exit a menu. may be reduced. Anytime this Personalization message stays on, or displays . Press to return to a previous Use the audio system controls to repeatedly, the vehicle should be screen. access the personalization menus taken to your dealer for service as for customizing vehicle features. Using the Infotainment Display soon as possible. The following are all possible Touch a screen feature to: Vehicle Speed Messages personalization features. Depending . View more feature options. on the vehicle, some may not be SPEED LIMITED TO available. . Enable or disable the feature. XXX KM/H (MPH) Infotainment System Audio w : Touch to scroll up. This message shows that the System Controls x : Touch to scroll down. vehicle speed has been limited to the speed displayed. The limited Using the Center Stack Controls Back : Touch to return to the previous menu. speed is a protection for various Z Knob propulsion and vehicle systems, To access the . Press the outer diameter such as lubrication, thermal, personalization menu: (chrome ring) to enter, select, suspension, or tires. or activate a highlighted menu 1. Touch Config on the Home option. Page of the infotainment display or press CONFIG on . Turn to highlight a menu option. the center stack. . Press the outer diameter 2. Select the desired feature to (chrome ring) to enable or display a list of available disable a system setting. options. 3. Select the desired feature setting. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Instruments and Controls 117 Personalization Menus Radio Settings Gracenote Options The following list of menu items may Select and the following may Select and the following may be available: display: display: . Languages . Auto Volume . Normalization . Time and Date . Gracenote Options Normalization . Radio Settings . SXM Channel Art This feature improves voice . Phone Settings . Max Startup Volume recognition and media groupings. See “Configuration Menu” in the . Navigation Settings . Number of Favorite Pages infotainment manual. . Display Settings . SXM Categories Select to enable or disable. . Vehicle Settings . Software Versions Menu SXM Channel Art Each menu is detailed in the Auto Volume This feature turns the SXM Audio following information. This feature adjusts the volume to page background on the SXM Languages minimize the effects of unwanted Channel display on and off. Select Languages, then select from background noise that can result Select to enable or disable. the available language(s). from changing road surfaces, driving speeds, or open windows. This Max Startup Volume Time and Date feature works best at lower volume This feature sets the maximum settings where background noise is Manually set the time and date. See startup volume. If the vehicle is typically louder than the sound started and the volume is greater “Time and Date Settings” under system volume. than this level, the volume is “Configuration Menu” in the infotainment manual. Select Off, Low, Medium, or High. adjusted to this level. Touch + or − to increase or decrease the volume. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
118 Instruments and Controls Number of Favorite Pages Device List Customize Select to set the number of favorite Select to connect to a different This feature allows the selection of pages to display. phone source, disconnect a phone, what icons will be on the first Select the desired number. or delete a phone. Home Page. Pair Device Select and follow the screen SXM Categories prompts. This allows which available SXM Select to pair a new device. See Categories are used and displayed. “Bluetooth” in the infotainment Sort manual. Select to enable or disable available This feature allows the icons on the categories. Navigation Settings Home Page to be moved. Select and follow the screen Software Versions Menu See “Configuration Menu” in the infotainment manual. prompts. Select to display information about the system and update software if Display Settings Restore Home Page Defaults available. Select and the following may This feature will restore the Home Page to the factory settings. Phone Settings display: . Home Page Menu Select and follow the screen Select and the following may prompts. display: . Display Off Display Off . Bluetooth . Map Settings Select to turn the display off. The Bluetooth Home Page Menu display will return when any Select and the following may Select and the following may infotainment controls on the center display: display: stack are pressed or the infotainment screen is touched. . Device List . Customize . Pair Device . Sort . Restore Home Page Defaults Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Instruments and Controls 119 Map Settings Remote Start Auto Heat Seat Chime Volume See “Map Settings” in the When on, this feature will turn the This allows the selection of the infotainment manual. heated seats on when using remote chime volume level. start on cold days. Vehicle Settings Select Low or High. Select to enable or disable. Select and the following may Button Chime display: Auto Rear Defog This allows the Button Chime . Climate and Air Quality When on, this feature turns on the feature to be turned on or off. rear window defogger at vehicle Comfort and Convenience Select to enable or disable. . start when the interior temperature . Collision Detection Systems is cold and fog is likely. The auto Collision Detection Systems rear defog function can be disabled . Lighting Select and the following may by selecting 1. When off, the . Power Door Locks display: feature can be turned on by . Park Assist . Remote Lock/Unlock/Start selecting 1. See “Rear Window . Return to Factory Settings? Defogger” under Dual Automatic Park Assist Climate Control System 0 130. Climate and Air Quality This allows the Park Assist feature Select to enable or disable. to be turned on or off. Select and the following may display: Comfort and Convenience Select Off or On. . Auto Fan Speed Select and the following may Lighting display: . Remote Start Auto Heat Seat Select and the following may . Chime Volume display: . Auto Rear Defog . Button Chime . Vehicle Locator Lights Auto Fan Speed . Exit Lighting Choose the blower speed setting. Select High, Medium, or Low. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
120 Instruments and Controls Vehicle Locator Lights Auto Door Unlock Remote Lock Feedback This allows the vehicle locator lights This allows selection of which doors This allows selection of what to be turned on or off. will automatically unlock when the feedback is provided when locking Select to enable or disable. vehicle is shifted into P (Park). the vehicle with the RKE transmitter. Select All Doors, Driver Door, or Off. Select Lights and Horn, Lights Only, Exit Lighting Horn Only, or Off. This allows the selection of how Delay Door Lock long the exterior lamps stay on When on, this feature will delay the Remote Door Unlock when leaving the vehicle when it is locking of the doors. See Delayed This allows selection of which doors dark outside. Locking 0 28. will unlock on the first press of K on Select Off, 30 Seconds, 1 Minute, Select to enable or disable. the RKE transmitter. If Driver Door or 2 Minutes. is selected, all doors will unlock on Remote Lock/Unlock/Start the second press of K within Power Door Locks Select and the following may five seconds of the prior press. Select and the following may display: Select Driver Door or All Doors. display: . Remote Unlock Feedback Return to Factory Settings? . Open Door Anti Lock Out . Remote Lock Feedback . Auto Door Unlock This returns all of the vehicle . Remote Door Unlock personalization settings to the . Delay Door Lock Remote Unlock Feedback factory settings. Open Door Anti Lock Out When on, the exterior lamps will Select Yes or No. When on, this feature will keep the flash when unlocking the vehicle driver door from locking until the with the RKE transmitter. door is closed. If this feature is Select Flash Lights or Off. turned on, the Delay Door Lock menu will not be available. Select to enable or disable. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Lighting 121 Lighting Features Exterior Lighting Lighting Entry Lighting ...... 126 Exit Lighting ...... 126 Exterior Lamp Controls Exterior Lighting Battery Load Management . . . 127 Battery Power Protection . . . . . 127 Exterior Lamp Controls ...... 121 Exterior Lighting Battery Headlamp High/Low-Beam Saver ...... 127 Changer ...... 122 Flash-to-Pass ...... 122 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) ...... 122 Automatic Headlamp System ...... 123 Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL) ...... 123 The exterior lamp control is to the Headlamp Leveling Control . . . 124 left of the steering column on the Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . 124 instrument panel. Turn and Lane-Change Signals ...... 124 There are four positions: Fog Lamps ...... 125 O : Turns the exterior lamps off and Interior Lighting deactivates the AUTO mode. Turn Instrument Panel Illumination to O again to reactivate the Control ...... 125 AUTO mode. Courtesy Lamps ...... 126 In Canada, the headlamps will Dome Lamps ...... 126 automatically reactivate when the Reading Lamps ...... 126 vehicle is shifted out of P (Park). Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
122 Lighting AUTO : Turns the headlamps on Headlamp High/ Flash-to-Pass automatically at normal brightness, together with the parking lamps, Low-Beam Changer To flash the high beams, pull the taillamps, license plate lamps, turn signal lever all the way toward instrument panel lights, and you. Then release it. sidemarker lamps. Daytime Running ; : Turns on the parking lamps including all lamps, except the Lamps (DRL) headlamps. DRL can make it easier for others to 5 : Turns on the headlamps see the front of your vehicle during together with the parking lamps and 3 : Push the turn signal lever away the day. Fully functional DRL are instrument panel lights. A warning from you and release to turn the required on all vehicles first sold in chime sounds if the driver door is high beams on. Canada. opened when the ignition is off and The dedicated DRL will come on the headlamps are on. To return to low beams, push the lever again or pull it toward you and when all of the following conditions # : If equipped, press to turn the release. are met: fog lamps on or off. See Fog Lamps . The ignition is on. 0 125. . The exterior lamp control is When the lights are on, ; will be in AUTO. 0 lit. See Lamps On Reminder 111. . The vehicle is not in P (Park). The headlamps automatically change from DRL to the regular This indicator light turns on in the headlamps depending on the instrument cluster when the darkness of the surroundings and high-beam headlamps are on. information provided by the rain Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Lighting 123 sensor. The other lamps that come If the vehicle is started in a dark Adaptive Forward on with the headlamps will also garage, the automatic headlamp come on. system comes on immediately. If it Lighting (AFL) When it is bright enough outside, is light outside when the vehicle The AFL system adjusts the the headlamps go off and the DRL leaves the garage, there is a slight headlamps to provide greater road come on. delay before the automatic illumination in various driving headlamp system changes to the conditions. The DRL turn off when the DRL. During that delay, the To enable AFL, set the exterior lamp O instrument cluster may not be as headlamps are turned to or the control to the AUTO position. bright as usual. Make sure the ignition is off. Moving the control out of the AUTO instrument panel brightness control position will deactivate the system. For vehicles first sold in Canada, is in the full bright position. See AFL will operate when the vehicle the DRL can only be turned off Instrument Panel Illumination speed is greater than 3 km/h when the vehicle is parked. Control 0 125. (2 mph). AFL will not operate when Automatic Headlamp Lights On with Wipers the transmission is in R (Reverse). AFL is not immediately operable System If the windshield wipers are after starting the vehicle; driving a When it is dark enough outside and activated in daylight with the engine short distance is required to the exterior lamp control is in the on, and the exterior lamp control is calibrate the AFL. See Exterior automatic position and the engine is in AUTO, the headlamps, parking Lamp Controls 0 121. running, the headlamps come on lamps, and other exterior lamps Curve Lighting automatically. See Exterior Lamp come on. The transition time for the Controls 0 121. lamps coming on varies based on The light beam pivots based on the wiper speed. When the wipers are steering wheel position and vehicle The system may also turn on the not operating, these lamps turn off. speed of at least 10 km/h (6 mph). headlamps when driving through a Move the exterior lamp control to P The headlamps shine at an angle of parking garage or tunnel. or ; to disable this feature. up to 15 degrees to the right or left of the direction of travel. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
124 Lighting Corner Lighting Hazard Warning Flashers Turn and Lane-Change On tight bends or when making a Signals turn, depending on the steering angle or the turn signal lamp, an additional left or right reflector is turned on to illuminate the road at a right angle to the direction of travel. It is activated up to a speed of 40 km/h (25 mph). Reversing Function If the headlamps are on and the shift lever is in R (Reverse), both Move the lever all the way up or corner lights are turned on. They down to signal a turn. remain on for 20 seconds after moving the shift lever out of | : Press to make the front and An arrow on the instrument cluster R (Reverse) or until the vehicle is rear turn signal lamps flash on and will flash in the direction of the turn driving forward faster than 16 km/h off. This warns others that you are or lane change. (10 mph). having trouble. Press again to turn Raise or lower the lever until the the flashers off. arrow starts to flash to signal a lane Headlamp Leveling In the event of a crash with airbag change. The turn signal flashes Control deployment, the hazard warning three times. The level of the headlamps is flashers are activated automatically. The lever returns to its starting adjusted automatically based on position when it is released. vehicle load. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Lighting 125 If after signaling a turn or lane The ignition must be on to turn on Interior Lighting change the arrow flashes rapidly or the fog lamps. does not come on, a signal bulb # : Press to turn the fog lamps on Instrument Panel may be burned out. Replace any or off. An indicator light on the burned out bulbs. If a bulb is not instrument cluster comes on when Illumination Control burned out, check the fuse. See the fog lamps are on. Fuses and Circuit Breakers 0 204. The fog lamps come on together Fog Lamps with the parking lamps. 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 to the left of the If equipped, the front fog lamp steering column on the instrument button is on the exterior lamp panel. control to the left of the steering D : Move the thumbwheel up or column. down and hold, to brighten or dim the instrument panel controls and infotainment display screen. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
126 Lighting Courtesy Lamps ' : Press to turn on the dome Lighting Features lamps. The courtesy lamps come on Entry Lighting automatically when any door is Reading Lamps opened and the dome lamp is in the Some exterior lamps and most of door position. The front reading lamps are in the the interior lamps turn on briefly at overhead console. night or in areas with limited lighting Dome Lamps when the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter K button is pressed. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 23. After about 30 seconds the exterior lamps turn off, then the dome lamps and remaining interior lamps dim to off. Entry lighting can be disabled manually by turning the ignition on or to ACC/ACCESSORY, or by pressing Q on the RKE transmitter. This feature can be changed. See Vehicle Personalization 0 116. # $ The interior lamps control in the or : Press the button near overhead console controls both the each lamp to turn it on or off. Exit Lighting front and rear interior lamps. Some exterior lamps come on at ( : Press to turn the lamps off, night, or in areas with limited even when a door is open. lighting, when the key is removed H from the ignition. The dome lamps : Press to turn the lamps on also come on when the key is automatically when a door is removed from the ignition. The opened. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Lighting 127 exterior lamps and dome lamps voltage move up or down. This is Normally, these actions occur in remain on after the door is closed normal. If there is a problem, an steps or levels, without being for a set amount of time, then alert will be displayed. noticeable. In rare cases at the automatically turn off. The battery can be discharged at highest levels of corrective action, The exterior lamps turn off idle if the electrical loads are very this action may be noticeable to the immediately by turning the exterior high. This is true for all vehicles. driver. If so, a DIC message might lamps control off. This is because the generator be displayed and it is recommended (alternator) may not be spinning fast that the driver reduce the electrical This feature can be changed. See loads as much as possible. See Vehicle Personalization 0 116. enough at idle to produce all of the power needed for very high Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 112. Battery Load electrical loads. Management A high electrical load occurs when Battery Power Protection several of the following are on, such The vehicle has Electric Power as: headlamps, high beams, rear The battery saver feature is Management (EPM) that estimates window defogger, climate control fan designed to protect the vehicle's the battery's temperature and state at high speed, heated seats, engine battery. of charge. It then adjusts the voltage cooling fans, trailer loads, and loads If some interior lamps are left on for best performance and extended plugged into accessory power and the ignition is turned off, the life of the battery. outlets. battery rundown protection system When the battery's state of charge EPM works to prevent excessive automatically turns the lamp off after is low, the voltage is raised slightly discharge of the battery. It does this some time. to quickly bring the charge back up. by balancing the generator's output When the state of charge is high, and the vehicle's electrical needs. Exterior Lighting Battery the voltage is lowered slightly to It can increase engine idle speed to Saver prevent overcharging. If the vehicle generate more power whenever has a voltmeter gauge or a voltage needed. It can temporarily reduce The exterior lamps turn off about display on the Driver Information the power demands of some 10 minutes after the ignition is Center (DIC), you may see the accessories. turned off, if the parking lamps or headlamps have been manually left Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
128 Lighting on. This protects against draining the battery. To restart the 10-minute timer, turn the exterior lamp control to the off position and then back to the parking lamp or headlamp position. To keep the lamps on for more than 10 minutes, the ignition must be on or in ACC/ACCESSORY. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Infotainment System 129 Infotainment Introduction System Infotainment See the infotainment manual for Introduction information on the radio, audio Infotainment ...... 129 players, phone, navigation system, and voice or speech recognition. It also includes information on settings. Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) If equipped, ANC reduces engine noise in the vehicle’s interior. ANC requires the factory-installed audio system, radio, speakers, amplifier (if equipped), induction system, and exhaust system to work properly. Deactivation is required by your dealer if related aftermarket equipment is installed. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
130 Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control 4. Air Delivery Modes Systems 5. Fan Controls 6. Defrost Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate Dual Automatic Climate 7. Rear Window Defogger Control System ...... 130 Control System 8. Recirculation Air Vents The heating, cooling, and ventilation 9. Heated Steering Wheel (If Air Vents ...... 133 for the vehicle can be controlled Equipped) with this system. Maintenance 10. Air Conditioning Passenger Compartment Air Automatic Operation Filter ...... 134 Service ...... 134 The system automatically controls the fan speed, air delivery, air conditioning, and recirculation in order to heat or cool the vehicle to the desired temperature. When AUTO is lit, all four functions operate automatically. Each function can also be manually set and the setting is displayed. Functions not manually set will continue to be 1. Driver and Passenger Heated automatically controlled, even if the Seats (If Equipped) AUTO indicator is not lit. 2. Driver and Passenger For automatic operation: Temperature Controls 1. Press AUTO. 3. AUTO (Automatic Operation) Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Climate Controls 131 2. Set the temperature. Allow the button to increase the fan speed. 0 : Press to clear the windshield system time to stabilize. Then The selected fan speed is indicated of fog or frost more quickly. Air is adjust the temperature as by the number of segments on the directed to the windshield. needed for best comfort. display screen. Press AUTO to return to automatic operation. For best results, clear all snow and To improve fuel efficiency and ice from the windshield before to cool the vehicle faster, Air Delivery Modes : Press %, Y, defrosting. recirculation may be or [ to change the direction of the automatically selected in warm # : Press to turn the air weather. The recirculation light airflow. Any combination of the three conditioning on or off. If the fan is buttons can be selected. The turned off or the outside will not come on. Press L indicator light in the button will turn temperature falls below freezing, the to select recirculation; press it on. The current mode appears in air conditioning compressor will again to select outside air. the display screen. Pressing any of not run. the three buttons cancels automatic English units can be changed to Press AUTO to return to automatic air delivery control and the direction metric units through the Driver operation and the air conditioner of the airflow is controlled manually. Information Center (DIC). See runs as needed. When the indicator Press AUTO to return to automatic Driver Information Center (DIC) light is on, the air conditioner runs 0 operation. 112. automatically to cool the air inside Manual Operation To change the current mode, select the vehicle or to dry the air needed one or more of the following: to defog the windshield faster. 9 : Press the lower 9 button to decrease the fan speed. Pressing % : Air is directed to the L : Press to turn recirculation on the lower button longer turns the fan windshield and side window vents. or off. An indicator light comes on. and cooling off. When off is Y : Air is directed to the instrument Air is recirculated to quickly cool the selected, the system will stop air panel outlets. inside of the vehicle or reduce entry from flowing into the cabin. If any [ of outside air and odors. buttons are pressed or knobs are : Air is directed to the floor turned, the climate control system outlets. will turn on and operate at the current setting. Press the upper 9 Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
132 Climate Controls Rear Window Defogger help to clear fog or frost from the Remote Start Climate Control surface of the mirrors. See Heated Operation : The climate control : Press to turn the rear window = Mirrors 0 34. system may run when the vehicle is defogger on or off. An indicator light started remotely. The system uses on the button comes on to show that the driver s previous settings to heat the rear window defogger is on. Caution ’ or cool the inside of the vehicle. The The defogger only works when the Do not try to clear frost or other rear defog may come on during ignition is on. The defogger turns off material from the inside of the remote start based on cold ambient if the ignition is off or in ACC/ front windshield and rear window conditions. The rear defog indicator ACCESSORY. with a razor blade or anything light does not come on during a The rear window defogger can be else that is sharp. This may remote start. If equipped with front set to automatic operation. See damage the rear window heated seats, they may come on during a remote start. The heated “Climate and Air Quality” under defogger grid and affect the seat indicator lights do not come Vehicle Personalization 0 116. radio's ability to pick up stations on during a remote start. When Auto Rear Defog is selected, clearly. The repairs would not be See Remote Vehicle Start 0 26 and the rear window defogger turns on covered by the vehicle warranty. 0 automatically when the interior Heated Front Seats 51. temperature is cold and the outside M L temperature is about 4 °C (40 °F) or : If equipped, press to turn and below. The auto rear defogger the heated seats on or off. See 0 turns off automatically after about Heated Front Seats 51. 10 minutes. At higher speeds, the ( : If equipped, press to turn the rear window defogger may stay on heated steering wheel on or off. See continuously. Heated Steering Wheel 0 96. If equipped with heated outside mirrors, they turn on when the rear window defogger button is on and Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Climate Controls 133 Air Vents 1. Slider Knob . Clear snow off the hood to 2. Thumbwheel improve visibility and help decrease moisture drawn into Adjustable Air Vents Use the slider knobs (1) on the air the vehicle. vents to change the direction of the airflow. . Keep all outlets open whenever possible for best system Use the thumbwheels (2) near the performance. air vents to control the amount of airflow or to shut off the airflow. . Keep the path under all seats clear of objects to help circulate Fixed Air Vents the air inside the vehicle more Additional air vents are under the effectively. windshield, near the side windows, . Use of non-GM approved hood and in the foot wells. deflectors can adversely affect Operation Tips the performance of the system. . Clear away any ice, snow, or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the windshield that can block the flow of air into the vehicle. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
134 Climate Controls Maintenance Pollen Filter During service, all refrigerants The pollen filter cleans dust, pollen, should be reclaimed with proper Passenger Compartment and other airborne irritants from air equipment. Venting refrigerants entering the vehicle through the air directly to the atmosphere is harmful Air Filter intake. to the environment and may also create unsafe conditions based on Air Intake inhalation, combustion, frostbite, Service or other health-based concerns. All vehicles have a label underhood The air conditioning system requires that identifies the refrigerant used in periodic maintenance. See the vehicle. The refrigerant system Maintenance Schedule 0 255. should only be serviced by trained and certified technicians. The air conditioning evaporator should never be repaired or replaced by one from a salvage vehicle. It should only be replaced by a new evaporator to ensure proper and safe operation.
The air intake in front of the windshield in the engine compartment must be kept clear to allow air intake. Remove any leaves, dirt, or snow. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Driving and Operating 135 Engine Exhaust Fuel Driving and Engine Exhaust ...... 151 Top Tier Fuel ...... 170 Operating Running the Vehicle While Recommended Fuel ...... 170 Parked ...... 152 Prohibited Fuels ...... 170 Fuels in Foreign Countries . . . 171 Automatic Transmission Driving Information Fuel Additives ...... 171 Automatic Transmission ...... 152 Filling the Tank ...... 171 Distracted Driving ...... 136 Manual Mode ...... 154 Defensive Driving ...... 136 Filling a Portable Fuel Drunk Driving ...... 137 Brakes Container ...... 173 Control of a Vehicle ...... 137 Antilock Brake Trailer Towing Braking ...... 137 System (ABS) ...... 155 General Towing Steering ...... 137 Electric Parking Brake ...... 156 Information ...... 173 Off-Road Recovery ...... 138 Brake Assist ...... 157 Loss of Control ...... 138 Hill Start Assist (HSA) ...... 158 Conversions and Add-Ons Driving on Wet Roads ...... 139 Add-On Electrical Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . 140 Ride Control Systems Equipment ...... 174 Winter Driving ...... 140 Traction Control/Electronic If the Vehicle Is Stuck ...... 142 Stability Control ...... 158 Vehicle Load Limits ...... 142 Cruise Control Starting and Operating Cruise Control ...... 160 New Vehicle Break-In ...... 146 Driver Assistance Systems Ignition Positions ...... 146 Driver Assistance Systems . . . 163 Starting the Engine ...... 148 Assistance Systems for Retained Accessory Parking or Backing ...... 164 Power (RAP) ...... 149 Forward Collision Alert (FCA) Shifting Into Park ...... 150 System ...... 167 Shifting out of Park ...... 150 Lane Departure Parking over Things Warning (LDW) ...... 168 That Burn ...... 151 Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
136 Driving and Operating Driving Information . Designate a front seat 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 and can take your focus from the crash resulting in injury or death. programming favorite radio Focus your attention on driving. task of driving. Exercise good stations and adjusting climate judgment and do not let other control and seat settings. activities divert your attention away Program all trip information into Refer to the infotainment section for from the road. Many local any navigation device prior to more information on using that governments have enacted laws driving. system and the navigation system, regarding driver distraction. Become if equipped, including pairing and familiar with the local laws in . Wait until the vehicle is parked using a cell phone. your area. to retrieve items that have fallen to the floor. To avoid distracted driving, keep Defensive Driving your eyes on the road, keep your . Stop or park the vehicle to tend to children. Defensive driving means “always hands on the steering wheel, and expect the unexpected.” The first focus your attention on driving. . Keep pets in an appropriate step in driving defensively is to wear . Do not use a phone in carrier or restraint. the seat belt. See Seat Belts 0 53. demanding driving situations. . Avoid stressful conversations . Assume that other road users Use a hands-free method to while driving, whether with a (pedestrians, bicyclists, and place or receive necessary passenger or on a cell phone. other drivers) are going to be phone calls. careless and make mistakes. . Watch the road. Do not read, Anticipate what they might do take notes, or look up and be ready. information on phones or other . Allow enough following distance electronic devices. between you and the driver in front of you. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Driving and Operating 137 . Focus on the task of driving. Braking Once the power assist is used up, it can take longer to stop and the Drunk Driving Braking action involves perception brake pedal will be harder to push. time and reaction time. Deciding to Death and injury associated with push the brake pedal is perception Steering drinking and driving is a global time. Actually doing it is tragedy. reaction time. Electric Power Steering Average driver reaction time is The vehicle has electric power { Warning about three-quarters of a second. In steering. It does not have power that time, a vehicle moving at Drinking and then driving is very steering fluid. Regular maintenance 100 km/h (60 mph) travels 20 m is not required. dangerous. Your reflexes, (66 ft), which could be a lot of perceptions, attentiveness, and distance in an emergency. If power steering assist is lost due judgment can be affected by even to a system malfunction, the vehicle a small amount of alcohol. You Helpful braking tips to keep in mind can be steered, but may require include: can have a serious — or even increased effort. See your dealer if fatal — collision if you drive after . Keep enough distance between there is a problem. drinking. you and the vehicle in front If the steering wheel is turned until it of you. Do not drink and drive or ride with reaches the end of its travel and is a driver who has been drinking. . Avoid needless heavy braking. held against that position for an extended period of time, power Ride home in a cab; or if you are . Keep pace with traffic. steering assist may be reduced. with a group, designate a driver If the engine ever stops while the who will not drink. If the steering assist is used for an vehicle is being driven, brake extended period of time while the normally but do not pump the vehicle is not moving, power assist Control of a Vehicle brakes. Doing so could make the may be reduced. pedal harder to push down. If the Braking, steering, and accelerating engine stops, there will be some Normal use of the power steering are important factors in helping to power brake assist but it will be assist should return when the control a vehicle while driving. used when the brake is applied. system cools down. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
138 Driving and Operating See your dealer if there is a Off-Road Recovery 3. Turn the steering wheel to go problem. straight down the roadway. Curve Tips Loss of Control . Take curves at a reasonable speed. Skidding . Reduce speed before entering a There are three types of skids that curve. correspond to the vehicle's three control systems: . Maintain a reasonable steady speed through the curve. . Braking Skid — wheels are not rolling. . Wait until the vehicle is out of the curve before accelerating . Steering or Cornering Skid — gently into the straightaway. too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires to slip and Steering in Emergencies The vehicle's right wheels can drop lose cornering force. off the edge of a road onto the There are some situations when . shoulder while driving. Follow . Acceleration Skid — too much steering around a problem may these tips: throttle causes the driving be more effective than braking. wheels to spin. 1. Ease off the accelerator and Holding both sides of the . then, if there is nothing in the Defensive drivers avoid most skids steering wheel allows you to turn way, steer the vehicle so that it by taking reasonable care suited to 180 degrees without removing straddles the edge of the existing conditions, and by not a hand. pavement. overdriving those conditions. But The Antilock Brake System skids are always possible. . 2. Turn the steering wheel about (ABS) allows steering while one-eighth of a turn, until the braking. right front tire contacts the pavement edge. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Driving and Operating 139 If the vehicle starts to slide, follow Remember: Antilock brakes help these suggestions: avoid only the braking skid. Warning (Continued) . Ease your foot off the Driving on Wet Roads Flowing or rushing water creates accelerator pedal and steer the strong forces. Driving through way you want the vehicle to go. Rain and wet roads can reduce flowing water could cause the The vehicle may straighten out. vehicle traction and affect your vehicle to be carried away. If this Be ready for a second skid if it ability to stop and accelerate. happens, you and other vehicle occurs. Always drive slower in these types occupants could drown. Do not . Slow down and adjust your of driving conditions and avoid ignore police warnings and be driving according to weather driving through large puddles and very cautious about trying to drive conditions. Stopping distance deep-standing or flowing water. through flowing water. can be longer and vehicle control can be affected when { Warning traction is reduced by water, Hydroplaning snow, ice, gravel, or other Wet brakes can cause crashes. Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water material on the road. Learn to They might not work as well in a can build up under the vehicle's recognize warning clues — such quick stop and could cause tires so they actually ride on the as enough water, ice, or packed pulling to one side. You could water. This can happen if the road is snow on the road to make a lose control of the vehicle. wet enough and you are going fast mirrored surface — and slow enough. When the vehicle is down when you have any doubt. After driving through a large puddle of water or a car/vehicle hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road. . Try to avoid sudden steering, wash, lightly apply the brake acceleration, or braking, pedal until the brakes work There is no hard and fast rule about including reducing vehicle speed normally. hydroplaning. The best advice is to by shifting to a lower gear. Any slow down when the road is wet. sudden changes could cause (Continued) the tires to slide. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
140 Driving and Operating Other Rainy Weather Tips . Be alert on top of hills; { Warning something could be in your lane Besides slowing down, other wet (e.g., stalled car, crash). weather driving tips include: Using the brakes to slow the . Pay attention to special road . Allow extra following distance. vehicle on a long downhill slope can cause brake overheating, can signs (e.g., falling rocks area, . Pass with caution. reduce brake performance, and winding roads, long grades, . Keep windshield wiping could result in a loss of braking. passing or no-passing zones) equipment in good shape. Shift the transmission to a lower and take appropriate action. . Keep the windshield washer fluid gear to let the engine assist the Winter Driving reservoir filled. brakes on a steep downhill slope. . Have good tires with proper Driving on Snow or Ice tread depth. See Tires 0 211. Snow or ice between the tires and . Turn off cruise control. { Warning the road creates less traction or grip, so drive carefully. Wet ice can Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) occur at about 0 °C (32 °F) when Hill and Mountain Roads or with the ignition off is freezing rain begins to fall. Avoid Driving on steep hills or through dangerous. This can cause driving on wet ice or in freezing rain mountains is different than driving overheating of the brakes and until roads can be treated. on flat or rolling terrain. Tips include: loss of steering assist. Always For Slippery Road Driving: . Keep the vehicle serviced and in have the engine running and the good shape. vehicle in gear. . Accelerate gently. Accelerating too quickly causes the wheels to . Check all fluid levels and brakes, spin and makes the surface tires, cooling system, and . Drive at speeds that keep the under the tires slick. transmission. vehicle in its own lane. Do not swing wide or cross the . Turn on Traction Control. See . Shift to a lower gear when going center line. Traction Control/Electronic down steep or long hills. Stability Control 0 158. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Driving and Operating 141 . The Antilock Brake System . Turn on the hazard warning (ABS) improves vehicle stability flashers. Warning (Continued) during hard stops, but the . Tie a red cloth to an outside . Adjust the climate control brakes should be applied sooner mirror. than when on dry pavement. system to circulate the air See Antilock Brake System inside the vehicle and set (ABS) 0 155. { Warning the fan speed to the highest setting. See “Climate . Allow greater following distance Snow can trap engine exhaust Control Systems.” and watch for slippery spots. Icy under the vehicle. This may For more information about CO, patches can occur on otherwise cause exhaust gases to get see Engine Exhaust 0 151. clear roads in shaded areas. inside. Engine exhaust contains The surface of a curve or an carbon monoxide (CO), which overpass can remain icy when cannot be seen or smelled. It can To save fuel, run the engine for the surrounding roads are clear. cause unconsciousness and even short periods to warm the vehicle Avoid sudden steering death. and then shut the engine off and maneuvers and braking while partially close the window. Moving on ice. If the vehicle is stuck in snow: about to keep warm also helps. . Turn off cruise control. . Clear snow from the base of If it takes time for help to arrive, the vehicle, especially any Blizzard Conditions when running the engine, push the blocking the exhaust pipe. accelerator pedal slightly so the Stop the vehicle in a safe place and . Open a window about 5 cm engine runs faster than the idle signal for help. Stay with the vehicle (2 in) on the vehicle side speed. This keeps the battery unless there is help nearby. that is away from the wind, charged to restart the vehicle and to If possible, use Roadside to bring in fresh air. signal for help with the headlamps. Assistance. See Roadside Do this as little as possible, to Assistance Program 0 273. To get . Fully open the air outlets on save fuel. help and keep everyone in the or under the instrument vehicle safe: panel. (Continued) Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
142 Driving and Operating If the Vehicle Is Stuck system. Shift back and forth show how much weight it may between R (Reverse) and a low properly carry: the Tire and Slowly and cautiously spin the forward gear, spinning the wheels wheels to free the vehicle when Loading Information label and as little as possible. To prevent the Certification label. stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. transmission wear, wait until the wheels stop spinning before shifting If stuck too severely for the traction { Warning system to free the vehicle, turn the gears. Release the accelerator traction system off and use the pedal while shifting, and press lightly on the accelerator pedal Do not load the vehicle any rocking method. See Traction heavier than the Gross Control/Electronic Stability Control when the transmission is in gear. 0 158. Slowly spinning the wheels in the Vehicle Weight Rating forward and reverse directions (GVWR), or either the maximum front or rear Gross { Warning causes a rocking motion that could free the vehicle. If that does not get Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). If the vehicle's tires spin at high the vehicle out after a few tries, it This can cause systems to speed, they can explode, and you might need to be towed out. If the break and change the way the or others could be injured. The vehicle does need to be towed out, vehicle handles. This could 0 vehicle can overheat, causing an see Towing the Vehicle 240. cause loss of control and a engine compartment fire or other crash. Overloading can also damage. Spin the wheels as little Vehicle Load Limits reduce stopping distance, as possible and avoid going It is very important to know how damage the tires, and shorten above 56 km/h (35 mph). much weight the vehicle can the life of the vehicle. carry. This weight is called the Rocking the Vehicle to Get vehicle capacity weight and it Out includes the weight of all occupants, cargo, and all Turn the steering wheel left and right to clear the area around the nonfactory-installed options. front wheels. Turn off any traction Two labels on the vehicle may Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Driving and Operating 143 Tire and Loading Information The Tire and Loading 2. Determine the combined Label Information label also shows the weight of the driver and tire size of the original passengers that will be equipment tires (3) and the riding in your vehicle. recommended cold tire inflation 3. Subtract the combined pressures (4). For more weight of the driver and information on tires and inflation 0 passengers from XXX kg or see Tires 211 and Tire XXX lbs. Pressure 0 218. 4. The resulting figure equals There is also important loading the available amount of information on the Certification cargo and luggage load label. It may show the Gross capacity. For example, if the Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) "XXX" amount equals and the Gross Axle Weight Label Example 1400 lbs. and there will be Rating (GAWR) for the front and A vehicle-specific Tire and five 150 lb passengers in rear axle. See Certification Loading Information label is “ your vehicle, the amount of Label later in this section. attached to the vehicle's center ” available cargo and luggage pillar (B-pillar). The Tire and “Steps for Determining Correct load capacity is 650 lbs. Loading Information label shows Load Limit– (1400-750 (5 x 150) = the number of occupant seating 650 lbs.) 1. Locate the statement "The positions (1), and the maximum combined weight of 5. Determine the combined vehicle capacity weight (2) in occupants and cargo should weight of luggage and cargo kilograms and pounds. never exceed XXX kg or being loaded on the vehicle. XXX lbs." on your vehicle’s That weight may not safely placard. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
144 Driving and Operating exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4. 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle.” Example 1 Example 2 This vehicle is neither designed nor intended to tow a trailer. 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 1 = 453 kg for Example 2 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs). (1,000 lbs). 2. Subtract Occupant 2. Subtract Occupant Weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs) Weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs) × 2 = 136 kg (300 lbs). × 5 = 340 kg (750 lbs). 3. Available Occupant and 3. Available Cargo Weight Cargo Weight = 317 kg = 113 kg (250 lbs). (700 lbs). Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Driving and Operating 145 Refer to the vehicle's Tire and may show the gross weight Loading Information label for capacity of the vehicle, called specific information about the the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating vehicle's capacity weight and (GVWR). The GVWR includes seating positions. The combined the weight of the vehicle, all weight of the driver, passengers, occupants, fuel, and cargo. and cargo should never exceed the vehicle's capacity weight. { Warning Certification Label Things inside the vehicle can strike and injure people in a Example 3 sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight . Put things in the cargo for Example 3 = 453 kg area of the vehicle. In the (1,000 lbs). cargo area, put them as 2. Subtract Occupant far forward as possible. Weight @ 91 kg Try to spread the weight (200 lbs) × 5 = 453 kg evenly. (1,000 lbs). . Never stack heavier 3. Available Cargo Weight Label Example things, like suitcases, = 0 kg (0 lbs). inside the vehicle so that A vehicle-specific Certification some of them are above label is attached to the vehicle's the tops of the seats. center pillar (B-pillar). The label (Continued) Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
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Warning (Continued) Starting and Caution (Continued) Operating . Do not leave an breaking-in guideline every unsecured child restraint New Vehicle Break-In time you get new brake in the vehicle. linings. . Secure loose items in the Caution Following break-in, engine speed vehicle. and load can be gradually The vehicle does not need an increased. . Do not leave a seat elaborate break-in. But it will folded down unless perform better in the long run if Ignition Positions needed. you follow these guidelines: . Do not drive at any one constant speed, fast or slow, for the first 805 km (500 mi). Do not make full-throttle starts. Avoid downshifting to brake or slow the vehicle. . Avoid making hard stops for the first 322 km (200 mi) or so. During this time the new brake linings are not yet broken in. Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier The ignition switch has four different replacement. Follow this positions. (Continued) Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Driving and Operating 147 Do not turn the engine off when the Caution vehicle is moving. This will cause a { Warning loss of power assist in the brake Using a tool to force the key to and steering systems and disable Turning off the vehicle while turn in the ignition could cause the airbags. moving may cause loss of power damage to the switch or break the assist in the brake and steering key. Use the correct key, make If the vehicle must be shut off in an systems and disable the airbags. sure it is all the way in, and turn it emergency: While driving, only shut the only with your hand. If the key 1. Brake using a firm and steady vehicle off in an emergency. cannot be turned by hand, see pressure. Do not pump the brakes repeatedly. This may your dealer. If the vehicle cannot be pulled over, deplete power assist, requiring and must be shut off while driving, increased brake pedal force. The key must be fully extended to turn the ignition to ACC/ start the vehicle. 2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral). ACCESSORY. This can be done while the 1 : This position provides power to To shift out of P (Park), turn the vehicle is moving. After shifting some of the electrical accessories. ignition on and apply the brake to N (Neutral), continue to To move the key from ACC/ pedal. firmly apply the brakes and ACCESSORY to off, push in the key 0 : When the vehicle is stopped, steer the vehicle to a safe and then turn the ignition to off. turn the ignition off to turn the location. 2 : The ignition switch stays in this engine off. Retained Accessory 3. Come to a complete stop. Shift position when the engine is running. Power (RAP) will remain active. See to P (Park). Turn the This position can be used to operate Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ignition off. 0 149. the electrical accessories, including 4. Set the parking brake. See the ventilation fan and 12-volt power This is the only position from which Electric Parking Brake 0 156. outlet, as well as to display some the key can be removed. This locks warning and indicator lights. This the ignition and automatic position can also be used for transmission. service and diagnostics, and to verify the proper operation of the Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
148 Driving and Operating malfunction indicator lamp as may The key lock release is always Starting the Engine be required for emission inspection functional except in the case of an purposes. The transmission is also uncharged or low voltage (less than Move the shift lever to P (Park) or unlocked in this position. 9-volt) battery. If the vehicle has an N (Neutral). To restart the vehicle uncharged battery or a battery with when it is already moving, use The battery could be drained if the N (Neutral) only. key is left in the ACC/ACCESSORY low voltage, try charging or jump starting the battery. See Jump or on position with the engine off. 0 The vehicle might not start if the Starting - North America 238. Caution battery is allowed to drain for an Do not try to shift to P (Park) if the extended period of time. vehicle is moving. If you do, you 3 : This position starts the engine. could damage the transmission. When the engine starts, release the Shift to P (Park) only when the key. The ignition switch will return to vehicle is stopped. on for normal driving. A warning tone sounds when the driver door is opened if the ignition Caution is still in ACC/ACCESSORY and the key is in the ignition. If you add electrical parts or If the ignition becomes difficult to accessories, you could change turn, see Keys 0 21. the way the engine operates. Any If charging or jump starting the resulting damage would not be Key Lock Release battery does not work, locate the covered by the vehicle warranty. The vehicle is equipped with an hole below the ignition lock. Insert a See Add-On Electrical Equipment electronic key lock release. The key flat bladed tool or another key from 0 174. lock release is designed to prevent the key chain into the opening. ignition key removal unless the shift When the lever can be felt, actuate lever is in P (Park). the lever toward the driver, and remove the key from the ignition. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Driving and Operating 149 accelerator. If the vehicle starts Caution Caution briefly but then stops again, repeat the procedure. This If the steering wheel is turned Cranking the engine for long clears the extra gasoline from until it reaches the end of its periods of time, by returning the the engine. Do not race the travel, and is held in that position ignition to the START position engine immediately after while starting the vehicle, damage immediately after cranking has starting it. Operate the engine may occur to the hydraulic power ended, can overheat and damage and transmission gently until steering system and there may be the cranking motor, and drain the the oil warms up and lubricates loss of power steering assist. battery. Wait at least 15 seconds all moving parts. between each try, to let the Starting Procedure cranking motor cool down. Retained Accessory 1. With your foot off the Power (RAP) 2. If the engine does not start accelerator pedal, turn the The following vehicle accessories after five to 10 seconds, ignition key to START. When may be used for up to 10 minutes especially in very cold weather the engine starts, let go of the after the engine is turned off: key. The idle speed will go (below −18 °C or 0 °F), it could down as the engine warms. Do be flooded with too much . Power windows not race the engine gasoline. Push the accelerator . Accessory power outlets immediately after starting it. pedal all the way to the floor and hold it there as you hold Power to the infotainment system Operate the engine and will continue to operate for transmission gently to allow the the key in START for a maximum of 15 seconds. Wait 10 minutes or until the key is oil to warm up and lubricate all removed from the ignition switch, moving parts. at least 15 seconds between each try, to allow the cranking regardless of whether any door will motor to cool. When the engine be opened. starts, let go of the key and Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
150 Driving and Operating Shifting Into Park done properly; then it is difficult to Warning (Continued) shift out of P (Park). To prevent To shift into P (Park): torque lock, set the parking brake Do not leave the vehicle when the 1. Hold the brake pedal down and and then shift into P (Park). To find engine is running. If you have left set the parking brake. out how, see “Shifting Into Park” the engine running, the vehicle previously in this section. See Electric Parking Brake can move suddenly. You or others 0 156. could be injured. To be sure the If torque lock does occur, the vehicle will not move, even when vehicle may need to be pushed 2. Hold the button on the shift uphill by another vehicle to relieve you are on fairly level ground, lever and push the lever toward the parking pawl pressure, so you always set the parking brake and the front of the vehicle into can shift out of P (Park). P (Park). move the shift lever to P (Park). 0 3. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. See Shifting Into Park 150. Shifting out of Park 4. Remove the key. If you have to leave the vehicle with Automatic Transmission Leaving the Vehicle with the the engine running, the vehicle must Shift Lock Engine Running be in P (Park) and the parking The vehicle has an automatic brake set. transmission shift lock control { Warning Release the button and check that system. The shift lock control the shift lever cannot be moved out system is designed to: It can be dangerous to leave the of P (Park). . Prevent ignition key removal vehicle with the engine running. Torque Lock unless the shift lever is in It could overheat and catch fire. P (Park). Torque lock is when the weight of It is dangerous to get out of the . Prevent movement of the shift vehicle if the shift lever is not fully the vehicle puts too much force on the parking pawl in the lever out of P (Park), unless the in P (Park) with the parking brake ignition is on and the brake firmly set. The vehicle can roll. transmission. This happens when parking on a hill and shifting the pedal is applied. (Continued) transmission into P (Park) is not Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Driving and Operating 151 The shift lock is always functional 5. Move the shift lever into the Engine Exhaust except in the case of an uncharged desired gear. or low voltage (less than 9-volt) If you still cannot move the shift { Warning battery. lever from P (Park), consult your If the vehicle has an uncharged dealer or a professional towing Engine exhaust contains carbon battery or a battery with low voltage, service. monoxide (CO), which cannot be try charging or jump starting the seen or smelled. Exposure to CO battery. See Jump Starting - North Parking over Things can cause unconsciousness and 0 America 238. That Burn even death. If the shift lever cannot be moved Exhaust may enter the vehicle if: out of P (Park): { Warning . The vehicle idles in areas 1. Apply and maintain the regular with poor ventilation brakes. Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under the (parking garages, tunnels, 2. Turn the ignition on. See vehicle and ignite. Do not park deep snow that may block Ignition Positions 0 146. underbody airflow or tail over papers, leaves, dry grass, pipes). 3. Let up on the shift lever and or other things that can burn. make sure the shift lever is . The exhaust smells or pushed all the way into sounds strange or different. P (Park). . The exhaust system leaks 4. Press the shift lever button. due to corrosion or damage. . The vehicle exhaust system has been modified, damaged, or improperly repaired. (Continued) Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
152 Driving and Operating Running the Vehicle Warning (Continued) Automatic While Parked Transmission . There are holes or openings It is better not to park with the in the vehicle body from engine running. damage or aftermarket modifications that are not If the vehicle is left with the engine completely sealed. running, follow the proper steps to be sure the vehicle will not move. If unusual fumes are detected or See Shifting Into Park 0 150 and if it is suspected that exhaust is Engine Exhaust 0 151. coming into the vehicle: . Drive it only with the windows completely down. . Have the vehicle repaired immediately. Never park the vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed area such as a garage or a building that has no fresh air ventilation. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Driving and Operating 153 The selected gear is also shown in system. The regular brake must be N: In this position, the engine does the Driver Information Center (DIC). fully applied first and then the shift not connect with the wheels. To P: This position locks the drive lever button must be pressed before restart the engine when the vehicle wheels. It is the best position to use shifting from P (Park) when the is already moving, use N (Neutral) when starting the engine because ignition is on. If you cannot shift out only. Also, use N (Neutral) when the the vehicle cannot move easily. of P (Park), ease pressure on the vehicle is being towed. shift lever, then push the shift lever all the way into P (Park) as you { Warning { Warning maintain brake application. Then press the shift lever button and It is dangerous to get out of the Shifting into a drive gear while the move the shift lever into another engine is running at high speed is vehicle if the shift lever is not fully gear. See Shifting out of Park 0 150. in P (Park) with the parking brake dangerous. Unless your foot is firmly set. The vehicle can roll. R: Use this gear to back up. firmly on the brake pedal, the vehicle could move very rapidly. Do not leave the vehicle when the Caution You could lose control and hit engine is running. If you have left people or objects. Do not shift the engine running, the vehicle Shifting to R (Reverse) while the into a drive gear while the engine can move suddenly. You or others vehicle is moving forward could is running at high speed. could be injured. To be sure the damage the transmission. The vehicle will not move, even when repairs would not be covered by you are on fairly level ground, the vehicle warranty. Shift to Caution always set the parking brake and R (Reverse) only after the vehicle move the shift lever to P (Park). is stopped. Shifting out of P (Park) or See Shifting Into Park 0 150. N (Neutral) with the engine To rock the vehicle back and forth to running at high speed may Make sure the shift lever is fully in get out of snow, ice, or sand without damage the transmission. The P (Park) before starting the engine. damaging the transmission, see If repairs would not be covered by The vehicle has an automatic 0 the Vehicle Is Stuck 142. (Continued) transmission shift lock control Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
154 Driving and Operating DSC allows you to shift an Caution (Continued) Caution automatic transmission similar to a manual transmission. To use the the vehicle warranty. Be sure the A transmission hot message may DSC feature: engine is not running at high display if the automatic speed when shifting the vehicle. transmission fluid is too hot. Driving under this condition can D: This position is for normal damage the vehicle. Stop and idle driving. It provides the best fuel the engine to cool the automatic economy. If more power is needed transmission fluid. This message for passing, and the vehicle is: clears when the transmission fluid has cooled sufficiently. . Going less than 56 km/h (35 mph), push the accelerator pedal about halfway down. Manual Mode . Going about 56 km/h (35 mph) or Driver Shift Control (DSC) more, push the accelerator all the way down. Caution 1. Move the shift lever from D (Drive) to the left into the (+) Caution Driving with the engine at a high or (−) manual position. rpm without upshifting while using If the vehicle does not shift gears, Driver Shift Control (DSC), could the transmission could be damage the vehicle. Always damaged. Have the vehicle upshift when necessary while serviced right away. using DSC. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Driving and Operating 155 The transmission will only allow you Brakes to shift into gears appropriate for the vehicle speed and engine revolutions per minute (rpm). The Antilock Brake transmission will not automatically System (ABS) shift to the next lower gear if the This vehicle has an Antilock Brake engine rpm is too high, nor to the System (ABS), an advanced next higher gear when the maximum electronic braking system that helps engine rpm is reached. prevent a braking skid. If shifting is prevented for any When the vehicle begins to drive reason, the currently selected gear away, ABS checks itself. will flash multiple times, indicating A momentary motor or clicking noise 2. Press the shift lever forward (+) that the transmission has not shifted may be heard while this test is going to upshift or rearward (−) to gears. downshift. An M and the on, and it may even be noticed that While in the DSC mode, the current gear will be displayed the brake pedal moves a little. This transmission will automatically in the DIC. is normal. downshift when the vehicle comes While using the DSC feature, the to a stop. This will allow for more vehicle will have firmer, quicker power during take-off. shifting. You can use this for sport When accelerating the vehicle from driving or when climbing or a stop in snowy and icy conditions, descending hills, to stay in gear you may want to shift into second longer, or to downshift for more gear. A higher gear allows the power or engine braking. vehicle to gain more traction on If there is a problem with ABS, this slippery surfaces. warning light stays on. See Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light 0 107. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
156 Driving and Operating If driving safely on a wet road and it Using ABS The Electric Parking Brake (EPB) becomes necessary to slam on the switch is on the center console. The Do not pump the brakes. Just hold brakes and continue braking to EPB can always be activated, even the brake pedal down firmly and let avoid a sudden obstacle, a if the ignition is off. To prevent ABS work. You may hear the ABS computer senses the wheels are draining the battery, avoid repeated pump or motor operating and feel slowing down. If one of the wheels cycles of the EPB when the engine the brake pedal pulsate. This is is about to stop rolling, the computer is not running. normal. will separately work the brakes at The system has a red parking brake each wheel. Braking in Emergencies status light and an amber parking ABS can change the brake pressure ABS allows you to steer and brake brake warning light. See Electric to each wheel, as required, faster at the same time. In many Parking Brake Light 0 106. There than any driver could. This can help emergencies, steering can help are also parking brake-related you steer around the obstacle while more than even the very best Driver Information Center (DIC) braking hard. braking. messages. In case of insufficient As the brakes are applied, the electrical power, the EPB cannot be computer keeps receiving updates Electric Parking Brake applied or released. on wheel speed and controls Before leaving the vehicle, check braking pressure accordingly. the red parking brake status light to Remember: ABS does not change ensure that the parking brake is the time needed to get a foot up to applied. the brake pedal or always decrease EPB Apply stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, To apply the EPB: there will not be enough time to 1. Be sure the vehicle is at a apply the brakes if that vehicle complete stop. suddenly slows or stops. Always 2. Lift up the EPB switch leave enough room up ahead to momentarily. stop, even with ABS. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Driving and Operating 157 The red parking brake status light The vehicle may automatically apply and holding it down. Continue to will flash and then stay on once the the EPB in some situations when hold the switch until the red parking EPB is fully applied. If the red the vehicle is not moving. This is brake status light is off. If either light parking brake status light flashes normal, and is done to periodically stays on after release is attempted, continuously, then the EPB is only check the correct operation of the see your dealer. partially applied or there is a EPB system. problem with the EPB. A DIC If the EPB fails to apply, the rear Caution message will display. Release the wheels should be blocked to EPB and try to apply it again. If the prevent vehicle movement. Driving with the parking brake on light does not come on, or keeps can overheat the brake system flashing, have the vehicle serviced. EPB Release and cause premature wear or Do not drive the vehicle if the red To release the EPB: damage to brake system parts. parking brake status light is flashing. Make sure that the parking brake See your dealer. See Electric 1. Turn the ignition on or to ACC/ is fully released and the brake 0 Parking Brake Light 106. ACCESSORY. warning light is off before driving. If the amber parking brake warning 2. Apply and hold the brake light is on, lift up on the EPB switch pedal. Automatic EPB Release and hold it up. Continue to hold the 3. Push down momentarily on the switch until the red parking brake EPB switch. The EPB will automatically release if status light remains on. If the amber the vehicle is running, placed into parking brake warning light remains The Operate Pedal Light comes on gear, and an attempt is made to on, see your dealer. when the brake pedal needs to be drive away. Avoid rapid acceleration applied to release the EPB. See when the EPB is applied, to If the EPB is applied while the Operate Pedal Light 0 107. vehicle is moving, the vehicle will preserve parking brake lining life. decelerate as long as the switch is The EPB is released when the red held up. If the switch is held up until parking brake status light is off. Brake Assist the vehicle comes to a stop, the If the amber parking brake warning The Brake Assist feature is EPB will remain applied. light is on, release the EPB by designed to assist the driver in pushing down on the EPB switch stopping or decreasing vehicle Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
158 Driving and Operating speed in emergency driving Hill Start Assist (HSA) Ride Control Systems conditions. This feature uses the stability system hydraulic brake This vehicle has a Hill Start Assist control module to supplement the (HSA) feature, which may be useful Traction Control/ power brake system under when the vehicle is stopped on an Electronic Stability conditions where the driver has incline. This feature is designed to Control quickly and forcefully applied the prevent the vehicle from rolling, brake pedal in an attempt to quickly either forward or rearward, during System Operation stop or slow down the vehicle. The vehicle drive off. After the driver The vehicle has a Traction Control stability system hydraulic brake completely stops and holds the System (TCS) and StabiliTrak/ control module increases brake vehicle in a complete standstill on Electronic Stability Control (ESC). pressure at each corner of the an incline, HSA will be automatically These systems help limit wheel spin vehicle until the ABS activates. activated. During the transition and assist the driver in maintaining Minor brake pedal pulsation or period between when the driver control, especially on slippery road pedal movement during this time is releases the brake pedal and starts conditions. normal and the driver should to accelerate to drive off on a grade, continue to apply the brake pedal as HSA holds the braking pressure to TCS activates if it senses that any the driving situation dictates. The ensure that there is no rolling. The of the drive wheels are spinning or Brake Assist feature will brakes will automatically release beginning to lose traction. When this automatically disengage when the when the accelerator pedal is happens, TCS applies the brakes to brake pedal is released or brake applied. the spinning wheels and reduces pedal pressure is quickly engine power to limit wheel spin. decreased. StabiliTrak/ESC activates when the vehicle senses a difference between the intended path and the direction the vehicle is actually traveling. StabiliTrak/ESC selectively applies braking pressure to any one of the Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Driving and Operating 159 vehicle wheel brakes to assist the 2. Turn the engine off and wait driver in keeping the vehicle on the 15 seconds. intended path. 3. Start the engine. If cruise control is being used and d TCS or StabiliTrak/ESC begins to Drive the vehicle. If comes on limit wheel spin, cruise control will and stays on, the vehicle may need disengage. Cruise control may be The indicator light for both systems more time to diagnose the problem. turned back on when road is in the instrument cluster. This If the condition persists, see your conditions allow. light will: dealer. Both systems come on . Flash when TCS is limiting Turning the Systems Off automatically when the vehicle is wheel spin and On started and begins to move. The . Flash when StabiliTrak/ESC is systems may be heard or felt while activated they are operating or while performing diagnostic checks. This . Turn on and stay on when either is normal and does not mean there system is not working is a problem with the vehicle. If either system fails to turn on or to It is recommended to leave both activate, a message displays in the systems on for normal driving Driver Information Center (DIC), and conditions, but it may be necessary d comes on and stays on to to turn TCS off if the vehicle gets indicate that the system is inactive stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. and is not assisting the driver in See If the Vehicle Is Stuck 0 142 maintaining control. The vehicle is and “Turning the Systems Off and safe to drive, but driving should be On” later in this section. adjusted accordingly. If d comes on and stays on: 1. Stop the vehicle. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
160 Driving and Operating To turn off both TCS and StabiliTrak/ Caution Cruise Control ESC, press and hold g until the The cruise control lets the vehicle Do not repeatedly brake or StabiliTrak/ESC Off light g comes maintain a speed of about 40 km/h accelerate heavily when TCS is on and stays on in the instrument (25 mph) or more without keeping off. The vehicle driveline could be cluster. The appropriate DIC your foot on the accelerator. Cruise damaged. message is displayed. control does not work at speeds To turn TCS and StabiliTrak/ESC on below 40 km/h (25 mph). To turn off only TCS, press and again, press and release g. The release g. The appropriate DIC StabiliTrak/ESC Off light g in the { Warning message is displayed. instrument cluster turns off. The Cruise control can be dangerous appropriate DIC message is To turn TCS on again, press and where you cannot drive safely at displayed. release g. The appropriate DIC a steady speed. Do not use message is displayed. Adding accessories can affect cruise control on winding roads or vehicle performance. See in heavy traffic. If TCS is limiting wheel spin when g Accessories and Modifications is pressed, the system will not turn 0 177. Cruise control can be dangerous off until the wheels stop spinning. on slippery roads. On such roads, fast changes in tire traction can cause excessive wheel slip, and you could lose control. Do not use cruise control on slippery roads. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Driving and Operating 161 The vehicle has a Traction Control * : Press to disengage cruise System (TCS) or StabiliTrak/ control without erasing the set Electronic Stability Control (ESC) speed from memory. system that begins to limit wheel spin while using cruise control and Setting Cruise Control the cruise control will automatically If 1 is on when not in use, SET/− or disengage. See Traction Control/ RES/+ could get bumped and go Electronic Stability Control 0 158. into cruise when not desired. Keep If a collision alert occurs when 1 off when cruise control is not cruise control is activated, cruise being used. control is disengaged. See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 167. To set a speed: When road conditions allow you to 1 safely use it again, cruise control 1. Press to turn cruise 1 : Press to turn the cruise control control on. can be turned back on. system on or off. A white indicator If the brakes are applied, cruise comes on in the instrument cluster 2. Get up to the speed desired. control disengages. when cruise is turned on. 3. Move the thumbwheel down RES/+ : If there is a set speed in toward SET/− and release it. memory, move the thumbwheel up 4. Remove your foot from the briefly to resume to that speed or accelerator. hold upward to accelerate. If cruise control is already active, use to The cruise control indicator on the increase vehicle speed. instrument cluster turns green after cruise control has been set to the SET/− : Move the thumbwheel down desired speed. See Instrument briefly to set the speed and activate Cluster 0 100. cruise control. If cruise control is already active, use to decrease speed. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
162 Driving and Operating Resuming a Set Speed The speedometer reading can be Passing Another Vehicle While If the cruise control is set at a displayed in either English or metric Using Cruise Control desired speed and then the brakes units. See Driver Information Center Use the accelerator pedal to (DIC) 0 112. The increment value are applied or * is pressed, the increase the vehicle speed. When used depends on the units you take your foot off the pedal, the cruise control is disengaged without displayed. erasing the set speed from memory. vehicle slows down to the previous Once the vehicle speed is about Reducing Speed While Using set cruise control speed. While 40 km/h (25 mph) or greater, move Cruise Control pressing the accelerator pedal or the thumbwheel up toward RES/+ shortly following the release to If the cruise control system is override cruise control, briefly briefly. The vehicle returns to the already activated: previously set speed. moving the thumbwheel toward . Move the thumbwheel toward SET/− will result in cruise set to the Increasing Speed While Using SET/− and hold until the desired current vehicle speed. Cruise Control lower speed is reached, then Using Cruise Control on Hills If the cruise control system is release it. already activated: . To decrease the vehicle speed in How well cruise control works on small increments, move the hills depends on the vehicle speed, . Move the thumbwheel up toward load, and the steepness of the hills. RES/+ and hold it until the thumbwheel toward SET/− briefly. For each press, the When going up steep hills, you desired speed is reached, then might have to step on the release it. vehicle goes about 1 km/h (1 mph) slower. accelerator pedal to maintain the . To increase vehicle speed in vehicle speed. When going small increments, move the The speedometer reading can be downhill, you might have to brake or thumbwheel up toward RES/+ displayed in either English or metric shift to a lower gear to keep your briefly. For each press, the units. See Driver Information Center speed down. If the brake pedal is 0 vehicle goes about 1 km/h (DIC) 112. The increment value applied, cruise control will (1 mph) faster. used depends on the units disengage. displayed. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Driving and Operating 163 Ending Cruise Control Driver Assistance Warning (Continued) There are four ways to end cruise control: Systems Under many conditions, these This vehicle may have features that . To disengage cruise control, systems will not: step lightly on the brake pedal. work together to help avoid crashes or reduce crash damage while . Detect children, . Press *. driving, backing, and parking. Read pedestrians, bicyclists, this entire section before using or animals. . Shift the transmission to these systems. N (Neutral). . Detect vehicles or objects outside the area monitored . To turn off cruise control, { Warning by the system. press 1. Do not rely on the Driver . Work at all driving speeds. Erasing Speed Memory Assistance Systems. These . Warn you or provide you The cruise control set speed is systems do not replace the need with enough time to avoid a erased from memory if 1 is pressed for paying attention and driving crash. or if the vehicle is turned off. safely. You may not hear or see . Work under poor visibility or alerts or warnings provided by bad weather conditions. these systems. Failure to use proper care when driving may . Work if the detection sensor result in injury, death, or vehicle is not cleaned or is covered damage. See Defensive Driving by ice, snow, mud, or dirt. 0 136. . Work if the detection sensor (Continued) is covered up, such as with a sticker, magnet, or metal plate. (Continued) Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
164 Driving and Operating Information Center (DIC) messages . Front and rear bumpers and the Warning (Continued) may display when the systems are area below the bumpers unavailable or blocked. . Front grille and headlamps . Work if the area surrounding the detection sensor is . Front camera lens in the front damaged or not properly grille or near the front emblem repaired. . Front side and rear side panels Complete attention is always . Outside of the windshield in front required while driving, and you of the rearview mirrors should be ready to take action . Side camera lens on the bottom and apply the brakes and/or steer of the outside mirrors the vehicle to avoid crashes. . Rear side corner bumpers Audible Alert . Rear Vision Camera above the license plate Some driver assistance features alert the driver of obstacles by Assistance Systems for beeping. To change the volume of the warning chime, see “Comfort Parking or Backing and Convenience” under Vehicle If equipped, the Rear Vision Camera Personalization 0 116. (RVC), Rear Park Assist (RPA), and Cleaning Front Park Assist (FPA) may help the driver park or avoid objects. Depending on vehicle options, keep Always check around the vehicle these areas of the vehicle clean to when parking or backing. ensure the best driver assistance feature performance. Driver Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Driving and Operating 165 Rear Vision Camera (RVC) Displayed images may be farther or closer than they appear. The area displayed is limited and objects that are close to either corner of the bumper or under the bumper do not display.
{ Warning
The camera(s) do not display children, pedestrians, bicyclists, crossing traffic, animals, or any other object outside of the 1. View Displayed by the Camera cameras’ field of view, below the When the vehicle is shifted into bumper, or under the vehicle. R (Reverse), the RVC displays an Shown distances may be different image of the area behind the vehicle from actual distances. Do not in the rearview mirror. drive or park the vehicle using only these camera(s). Always check behind and around the vehicle before driving. Failure to use proper care may result in injury, death, or vehicle damage.
1. View Displayed by the Camera 2. Corners of the Rear Bumper Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
166 Driving and Operating Park Assist As the object gets closer, more bars Warning (Continued) With RPA, as the vehicle backs up light up, and the bars change color from yellow to amber to red. at speeds of less than 8 km/h speeds greater than 8 km/h (5 mph), the sensors on the rear (5 mph). To prevent injury, death, When an object is first detected in bumper detect objects up to 1.5 m or vehicle damage, even with the rear, one beep will be heard (5 ft) behind the vehicle that are Park Assist, always check the from the rear. When an object is within a zone 25 cm (10 in) high off area around the vehicle and very close — <0.6 m (2 ft) in the the ground and below bumper level. check all mirrors before moving vehicle rear, or <0.3 m (1 ft) in the If the vehicle has Front Park Assist vehicle front five beeps will forward or backing. — (FPA), it also detects objects 1.2 m sound from the rear or front (4 ft) in front of the vehicle. These depending on object location. Beeps detection distances may be shorter for FPA are higher pitched than during warmer or humid weather. for RPA. Blocked sensors will not detect objects and can also cause false Turning the Features On or Off detections. Keep the sensors clean of mud, dirt, snow, ice, and slush; and clean sensors after a car wash in freezing temperatures.
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The Park Assist system does not Press X on the center stack to detect children, pedestrians, turn on or off Park Assist. The bicyclists, animals, or objects The instrument cluster may have a indicator light next to the button located below the bumper or that Park Assist display with bars that comes on when the features are on are too close or too far from the show “distance to object” and object and turns off when the features vehicle. It is not available at location information for RPA, and on have been disabled. some vehicles, for the FPA system. (Continued) Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Driving and Operating 167 Forward Collision Alert objects. FCA will not detect another Warning (Continued) vehicle ahead until it is completely (FCA) System in the driving lane. If equipped, the FCA system may provide any warning at all. FCA does not warn of pedestrians, help to avoid or reduce the harm { Warning caused by front-end crashes. FCA animals, signs, guardrails, provides a visual alert and beeps bridges, construction barrels, FCA does not provide a warning when approaching a vehicle directly or other objects. Be ready to take to help avoid a crash, unless it ahead too quickly. action and apply the brakes. See detects a vehicle. FCA may not Defensive Driving 0 136. The forward-looking FCA camera detect a vehicle ahead if the FCA sensor is on the windshield ahead sensor is blocked by dirt, snow, of the rearview mirror. FCA detects Detecting the Vehicle Ahead or ice, or if the windshield is vehicles within a distance of damaged. It may also not detect a approximately 60 m (197 ft) and vehicle on winding or hilly roads, operates at speeds above 40 km/h or in conditions that can limit (25 mph). visibility such as fog, rain, or snow, or if the headlamps or { Warning windshield are not cleaned or in proper condition. Keep the FCA is a warning system and FCA warnings will not occur unless windshield, headlamps, and FCA does not apply the brakes. When the FCA system detects a vehicle sensors clean and in good repair. approaching a slower-moving or ahead. When a vehicle is detected, stopped vehicle ahead too rapidly, the vehicle ahead indicator will or when following a vehicle too display green. Vehicles may not be closely, FCA may not provide a detected on curves, highway exit warning with enough time to help ramps, or hills, due to poor visibility; avoid a crash. It also may not or if a vehicle ahead is partially (Continued) blocked by pedestrians or other Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
168 Driving and Operating Collision Alert Selecting the Alert Timing Cleaning the System If the FCA system does not seem to operate properly, clean the outside of the windshield area in front of the camera sensor before considering taking the vehicle in for service. Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
When your vehicle approaches If equipped, LDW may help avoid another vehicle too rapidly, the FCA crashes due to unintentional lane display will come on in the DIC and departures. It may provide an alert if several high-pitched beeps will the vehicle is crossing a lane sound. Apply the brake pedal as The Collision Alert control is on the without using a turn signal in that direction. LDW uses a camera needed. Cruise control may be steering wheel. Press [ to set the sensor to detect the lane markings disengaged when the Collision Alert alert timing. The first button press at speeds of 56 km/h (35 mph) or occurs. shows the current control setting on greater. the DIC. Additional button presses will change this setting and turn the system off. { Warning Unnecessary Alerts The LDW system does not steer the vehicle. The LDW system FCA may provide unnecessary alerts for turning vehicles, vehicles may not: in other lanes, objects that are not . Provide enough time to vehicles, or shadows. These alerts avoid a crash. are normal operation and the (Continued) vehicle does not need service. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Driving and Operating 169 Additionally, there will be three Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) beeps on the right or left, depending on the lane departure direction. . Detect lane markings under camera sensors clean and in poor weather or visibility good repair. Do not use LDW in When the System Does Not conditions. This can occur if bad weather conditions. Seem To Work Properly the windshield or headlamps are blocked by The system may not detect lanes as dirt, snow, or ice; if they are How the System Works well when there are: not in proper condition; or if The LDW camera sensor is on the . Close vehicles ahead. the sun shines directly into windshield ahead of the rearview . Sudden lighting changes, such the camera. mirror. as when driving through tunnels. . Detect road edges. To turn LDW on and off, press @ on . Banked roads. . Detect lanes on winding or the center stack. The control If the LDW system is not functioning hilly roads. indicator will light when LDW is on. properly when lane markings are If LDW only detects lane clearly visible, cleaning the markings on one side of the road, windshield may help. it will only warn you when LDW alerts may occur due to tar departing the lane on the side marks, shadows, cracks in the road, where it has detected a lane temporary or construction lane marking. Always keep your markings, or other road attention on the road and imperfections. This is normal system maintain proper vehicle position When LDW is on, @ is green if operation; the vehicle does not need within the lane, or vehicle LDW is available to warn of a lane service. Turn LDW off if these damage, injury, or death could departure. If the vehicle crosses a conditions continue. occur. Always keep the detected lane marking without using windshield, headlamps, and the turn signal in that direction, @ (Continued) changes to amber and flashes. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
170 Driving and Operating Fuel Recommended Fuel Prohibited Fuels Do not use any fuel labeled E85 or Top Tier Fuel FlexFuel. Do not use gasoline with Caution GM recommends the use of TOP ethanol levels greater than 15% by volume. Do not use fuels with any of the TIER Detergent Gasoline to keep following conditions; doing so the engine clean, reduce engine Premium unleaded gasoline may damage the vehicle and void deposits, and maintain optimal meeting ASTM specification D4814 its warranty: vehicle performance. Look for the with a posted octane rating of 93 is TOP TIER Logo or see highly recommended for best . For vehicles that are not www.toptiergas.com for a list of TOP performance and fuel economy. FlexFuel, fuel labeled TIER Detergent Gasoline marketers Unleaded gasoline with an octane greater than 15% ethanol by and applicable countries. rated as low as 87 can be used. volume, such as mid-level Using unleaded gasoline rated ethanol blends (16–50% below 93 octane, however, will lead ethanol), E85, or FlexFuel. to reduced acceleration and fuel . Fuel with any amount of economy. If knocking occurs, use a methanol, methylal, gasoline rated at 93 octane as soon ferrocene, and aniline. as possible, otherwise, the engine These fuels can corrode could be damaged. If heavy metal fuel system parts or knocking is heard when using damage plastic and rubber gasoline with a 93 octane rating, the parts. engine needs service. . Fuel containing metals such as methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (Continued) Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Driving and Operating 171 System Treatment Plus−Gasoline to Caution (Continued) the vehicle’s gasoline fuel tank at Warning (Continued) every oil change or 15,000 km (MMT), which can damage (9,000 mi), whichever occurs first. . Do not leave the fuel pump the emissions control TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline and unattended. system and spark plugs. ACDelco Fuel System Treatment . Avoid using electronic . Fuel with a posted octane Plus−Gasoline will help keep your devices while refueling. rating of less than the vehicle’s engine fuel deposit free . Do not re-enter the vehicle recommended fuel. Using and performing optimally. while pumping fuel. this fuel will lower fuel economy and performance, Filling the Tank . Keep children away from and may decrease the life of the fuel pump and never let children pump fuel. the emissions catalyst. { Warning . Fuel can spray out if the fuel Fuels in Foreign Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn cap is opened too quickly. violently and can cause injury or This spray can happen if the Countries death. tank is nearly full, and is The U.S., Canada, and Mexico post more likely in hot weather. . To help avoid injuries to you Open the fuel cap slowly fuel octane ratings in anti-knock and others, read and follow index (AKI). For fuel not to use in a and wait for any hiss noise all the instructions on the to stop, then unscrew the foreign country, see Prohibited fuel pump island. Fuels 0 170. cap all the way. . Turn off the engine when Fuel Additives refueling. . Keep sparks, flames, and TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is smoking materials away highly recommended for use with from fuel. your vehicle. If your country does not have TOP TIER Detergent (Continued) Gasoline, add ACDelco Fuel Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
172 Driving and Operating Be careful not to spill fuel. Wait a few seconds after you have finished pumping before removing the nozzle. Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible. See Exterior Care 0 244. When replacing the fuel cap, turn it clockwise until it clicks. Make sure the cap is fully installed. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. This would The fuel cap is behind a hinged fuel Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise allow fuel to evaporate into the door on the passenger side of the to remove. While refueling, hang the atmosphere. See Malfunction vehicle. The fuel door is locked tethered fuel cap from the hook on Indicator Lamp (Check Engine when the vehicle doors are locked. the fuel door. Light) 0 104. Press K on the RKE transmitter to unlock. To open the fuel door, push { Warning { Warning and release the rearward center edge of the door. Overfilling the fuel tank by more If a fire starts while you are than three clicks of a standard fill refueling, do not remove the nozzle may cause: nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or by . Vehicle performance issues, notifying the station attendant. including engine stalling and Leave the area immediately. damage to the fuel system. . Fuel spills. . Potential fuel fires. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
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Caution Warning (Continued) Trailer Towing If a new fuel cap is needed, be . Dispense fuel only into General Towing sure to get the right type of cap approved containers. Information from your dealer. The wrong type . Do not fill a container while The vehicle is neither designed nor of fuel cap may not fit properly, it is inside a vehicle, in a intended to tow a trailer. may cause the malfunction vehicle's trunk, pickup bed, indicator lamp to light, and could or on any surface other than damage the fuel tank and the ground. emissions system. See . Bring the fill nozzle in Malfunction Indicator Lamp 0 contact with the inside of (Check Engine Light) 104. the fill opening before operating the nozzle. Filling a Portable Fuel Contact should be maintained until the filling is Container complete. . Do not smoke while { Warning pumping fuel. Never fill a portable fuel container . Avoid using electronic while it is in the vehicle. Static devices. electricity discharge from the container can ignite the fuel vapor. You can be badly burned and the vehicle damaged if this occurs. To help avoid injury to you and others: (Continued) Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
174 Driving and Operating
Conversions and Caution Add-Ons Some electrical equipment can Add-On Electrical damage the vehicle or cause components to not work and Equipment would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Always check { Warning with your dealer before adding electrical equipment. The Data Link Connector (DLC) is used for vehicle service and Emission Inspection/ Add-on equipment can drain the Maintenance testing. See vehicle's 12-volt battery, even if the vehicle is not operating. Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) 0 104. The vehicle has an airbag system. A device connected to the DLC — Before attempting to add anything such as an aftermarket fleet or electrical to the vehicle, see driver-behavior tracking device — Servicing the Airbag-Equipped 0 may interfere with vehicle Vehicle 71 and Adding Equipment systems. This could affect vehicle to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 operation and cause a crash. 71. Such devices may also access information stored in the vehicle’s systems. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Vehicle Care 175 Automatic Transmission Shift Engine Compartment Fuse Vehicle Care Lock Control Function Block ...... 204 Check ...... 194 Instrument Panel Fuse Ignition Transmission Lock Block ...... 207 General Information Check ...... 194 Rear Compartment Fuse General Information ...... 176 Park Brake and P (Park) Block ...... 209 California Proposition Mechanism Check ...... 194 65 Warning ...... 176 Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . 195 Wheels and Tires California Perchlorate Windshield Replacement . . . . . 195 Tires ...... 211 Materials Requirements . . . . . 177 Gas Strut(s) ...... 195 All-Season Tires ...... 212 Accessories and Winter Tires ...... 212 Modifications ...... 177 Headlamp Aiming Low-Profile Tires ...... 213 Headlamp Aiming ...... 197 Tire Sidewall Labeling ...... 213 Vehicle Checks Tire Designations ...... 215 Doing Your Own Bulb Replacement Tire Terminology and Service Work ...... 177 Bulb Replacement ...... 197 Definitions ...... 216 Hood ...... 178 High Intensity Discharge (HID) Tire Pressure ...... 218 Engine Compartment Lighting ...... 197 Tire Pressure Monitor Overview ...... 180 LED Lighting ...... 197 System ...... 219 Engine Oil ...... 181 Adaptive Forward Lighting Tire Pressure Monitor Engine Oil Life System ...... 183 Lamps ...... 197 Operation ...... 220 Automatic Transmission Fog Lamps ...... 198 Tire Inspection ...... 223 Fluid ...... 184 Front Turn Signal Lamps . . . . . 199 Tire Rotation ...... 224 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...... 185 Sidemarker Lamps ...... 199 When It Is Time for New Cooling System ...... 186 Side Turn Signal Lamps ...... 200 Tires ...... 225 Engine Overheating ...... 189 Back-Up Lamps ...... 201 Buying New Tires ...... 225 Washer Fluid ...... 190 License Plate Lamp ...... 203 Different Size Tires and Brakes ...... 191 Wheels ...... 227 Brake Fluid ...... 192 Electrical System Electrical System Overload . . . 203 Uniform Tire Quality Battery - North America ...... 193 Grading ...... 227 Starter Switch Check ...... 193 Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . 204 Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
176 Vehicle Care Wheel Alignment and Tire General Information California Proposition Balance ...... 229 Wheel Replacement ...... 229 For service and parts needs, visit 65 Warning Tire Chains ...... 230 your dealer. You will receive If a Tire Goes Flat ...... 230 genuine GM parts and GM-trained { Warning Tire Changing ...... 232 and supported service people. Compact Spare Tire ...... 237 Most motor vehicles, including Genuine GM parts have one of this one, as well as many of its these marks: Jump Starting service parts and fluids, contain Jump Starting - North and/or emit chemicals known to America ...... 238 the State of California to cause Towing the Vehicle cancer and birth defects or other Towing the Vehicle ...... 240 reproductive harm. Engine Recreational Vehicle exhaust, many parts and Towing ...... 242 systems, many fluids, and some component wear by-products Appearance Care contain and/or emit these Exterior Care ...... 244 chemicals. For more information Interior Care ...... 248 go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/ Floor Mats ...... 251 passenger-vehicle.
See Battery - North America 0 193 and Jump Starting - North America 0 238 and the back cover. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Vehicle Care 177 California Perchlorate Damage to suspension components Vehicle Checks caused by modifying vehicle height Materials Requirements outside of factory settings will not be Certain types of automotive covered by the vehicle warranty. Doing Your Own applications, such as airbag Damage to vehicle components Service Work initiators, seat belt pretensioners, resulting from modifications or the and lithium batteries contained in installation or use of non-GM { Warning Remote Keyless Entry transmitters, certified parts, including control may contain perchlorate materials. module or software modifications, is It can be dangerous to work on Special handling may be necessary. not covered under the terms of the your vehicle if you do not have For additional information, see vehicle warranty and may affect the proper knowledge, service www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ remaining warranty coverage for manual, tools, or parts. Always perchlorate. affected parts. follow owner’s manual procedures and consult the service manual Accessories and GM Accessories are designed to complement and function with other for your vehicle before doing any Modifications systems on the vehicle. See your service work. Adding non-dealer accessories or dealer to accessorize the vehicle making modifications to the vehicle using genuine GM Accessories If doing some of your own service can affect vehicle performance and installed by a dealer technician. work, use the proper service safety, including such things as Also, see Adding Equipment to the manual. It tells you much more airbags, braking, stability, ride and Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 71. about how to service the vehicle handling, emissions systems, than this manual can. To order the aerodynamics, durability, and proper service manual, see electronic systems like antilock Publication Ordering Information brakes, traction control, and stability 0 278. control. These accessories or This vehicle has an airbag system. modifications could even cause Before attempting to do your own malfunction or damage not covered service work, see Servicing the by the vehicle warranty. Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 71. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
178 Vehicle Care If equipped with remote vehicle Hood start, open the hood before performing any service work to To open the hood: prevent remote starting the vehicle accidentally. See Remote Vehicle Start 0 26. Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work performed. See Maintenance Records 0 265.
Caution 2. Go to the front of the vehicle Even small amounts of and move the secondary hood contamination can cause damage release lever toward the driver side of the vehicle. to vehicle systems. Do not allow 1. Pull the hood release handle contaminants to contact the fluids, inside the vehicle. It is on the reservoir caps, or dipsticks. lower left side of the instrument panel. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Vehicle Care 179 To close the hood: 2. Lower the hood 30 cm (12 in) 1. Before closing the hood, be above the vehicle and release sure all filler caps are on it so it fully latches. Check to properly. Then, lift the hood to make sure the hood is closed relieve pressure on the hood and repeat the process if prop. Remove the hood prop necessary. from the slot in the underside of the hood and return the prop Caution to its retainer. The prop rod must click into place when Do not press the hood into the returning it to the retainer to latch. This may dent the hood. prevent hood damage. 3. Lift the hood and release the hood prop from its retainer, above the radiator. Securely place the hood prop into the slot on the underside of the hood. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
180 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Vehicle Care 181 1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 185. Following these simple, but { Warning 2. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of important steps will help protect your investment: View). See Cooling System The engine oil dipstick handle 0 186. . Use engine oil approved to the may be hot; it could burn you. 3. Engine Oil Dipstick. See proper specification and of the Use a towel or glove to touch the Engine Oil 0 181. proper viscosity grade. See dipstick handle. “Selecting the Right Engine Oil” 4. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See in this section. Engine Oil 0 181. If a low oil Driver Information Center . Check the engine oil level 5. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See (DIC) message displays, check the regularly and maintain the oil level. Brakes 0 191. proper oil level. See “Checking Follow these guidelines: 6. Battery - North America 0 193. Engine Oil” and “When to Add Engine Oil” in this section. To get an accurate reading, park 7. Engine Coolant Surge Tank . and Pressure Cap. See . Change the engine oil at the the vehicle on level ground. Cooling System 0 186. appropriate time. See Engine Oil Check the engine oil level after Life System 0 183. the engine has been off for at 8. Windshield Washer Fluid least two hours. Checking the Reservoir. See Washer Fluid . Always dispose of engine oil engine oil level on steep grades 0 190. properly. See “What to Do with or too soon after engine shutoff Used Oil” in this section. 9. Engine Compartment Fuse can result in incorrect readings. Block 0 204. Checking Engine Oil Accuracy improves when checking a cold engine prior to Check the engine oil level regularly, Engine Oil starting. Remove the dipstick every 650 km (400 mi), especially and check the level. To ensure proper engine prior to a long trip. The engine oil . If unable to wait two hours, the performance and long life, careful dipstick handle is a loop. See engine must be off for at least attention must be paid to engine oil. Engine Compartment Overview 0 180 for the location. 15 minutes if the engine is warm, or at least 30 minutes if Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
182 Vehicle Care the engine is not warm. Pull out Selecting the Right Engine Oil the dipstick, wipe it with a clean Caution Selecting the right engine oil paper towel or cloth, then push it depends on both the proper oil back in all the way. Remove it Do not add too much oil. Oil specification and viscosity grade. again, keeping the tip down, and levels above or below the See Recommended Fluids and check the level. acceptable operating range shown on the dipstick are harmful Lubricants 0 263. When to Add Engine Oil to the engine. If you find that you Specification have an oil level above the operating range, i.e., the engine Use full synthetic engine oils that has so much oil that the oil level meet the dexos1 specification. gets above the cross-hatched area that shows the proper operating range, the engine could be damaged. You should drain If the oil is below the cross-hatched out the excess oil or limit driving area at the tip of the dipstick and of the vehicle and seek a service the engine has been off for at least professional to remove the 15 minutes, add 1 L (1 qt) of the excess amount of oil. Engine oils that have been recommended oil and then recheck approved by GM as meeting the the level. See Selecting the Right dexos1 specification are marked “ See Engine Compartment Overview Engine Oil later in this section for with the dexos1 approved logo. See ” 0 180 for the location of the engine an explanation of what kind of oil to www.gmdexos.com. oil fill cap. use. For engine oil crankcase capacity, see Capacities and Add enough oil to put the level Specifications 0 267. somewhere in the proper operating range. Push the dipstick all the way back in when through. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Vehicle Care 183 Engine Oil Additives/Engine dispose of oil by putting it in the Caution Oil Flushes trash or pouring it on the ground, into sewers, or into streams or Failure to use the recommended Do not add anything to the oil. The bodies of water. Recycle it by taking engine oil or equivalent can result recommended oils meeting the it to a place that collects used oil. in engine damage not covered by dexos1 specification are all that is the vehicle warranty. needed for good performance and engine protection. Engine Oil Life System Viscosity Grade Engine oil system flushes are not When to Change Engine Oil recommended and could cause This vehicle has a computer system Use SAE 5W-30 viscosity grade engine damage not covered by the engine oil. that indicates when to change the vehicle warranty. engine oil and filter. This is based Cold Temperature Operation: In an What to Do with Used Oil on a combination of factors which area of extreme cold, where the include engine revolutions, engine temperature falls below −29 °C Used engine oil contains certain temperature, and miles driven. (−20 °F), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be elements that can be unhealthy for Based on driving conditions, the used. An oil of this viscosity grade your skin and could even cause mileage at which an oil change is will provide easier cold starting for cancer. Do not let used oil stay on indicated can vary considerably. For the engine at extremely low your skin for very long. Clean your the oil life system to work properly, temperatures. When selecting an oil skin and nails with soap and water, the system must be reset every time of the appropriate viscosity grade, it or a good hand cleaner. Wash or the oil is changed. is recommended to select an oil of properly dispose of clothing or rags the correct specification. See containing used engine oil. See the When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished, it “Specification” earlier in this section. manufacturer's warnings about the use and disposal of oil products. indicates that an oil change is necessary. A CHANGE ENGINE Used oil can be a threat to the OIL SOON message comes on. environment. If you change your Change the oil as soon as possible own oil, be sure to drain all the oil within the next 1 000 km (600 mi). from the filter before disposal. Never It is possible that, if driving under Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
184 Vehicle Care the best conditions, the oil life 2. Press the DIC MENU button on Automatic Transmission system might indicate that an oil the turn signal lever to enter change is not necessary for up to a the Vehicle Information Menu. Fluid year. The engine oil and filter must Use the thumbwheel to scroll How to Check Automatic be changed at least once a year through the menu items until Transmission Fluid and, at this time, the system must you reach REMAINING be reset. Your dealer has trained OIL LIFE. It is not necessary to check the service people who will perform this transmission fluid level. 3. Press and hold SET/CLR to A transmission fluid leak is the only work and reset the system. It is also reset the oil life at 100%. important to check the oil regularly reason for fluid loss. If a leak over the course of an oil drain 4. Turn the ignition off. occurs, take the vehicle to your dealer and have it repaired as soon interval and keep it at the proper The system is reset when the as possible. level. CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON If the system is ever reset message is off and the REMAINING There is a special procedure for accidentally, the oil must be OIL LIFE 100% message is checking and changing the changed at 5 000 km (3,000 mi) displayed. transmission fluid. Because this procedure is difficult, you should since the last oil change. If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON have this done at your dealer. Remember to reset the oil life message comes back on when the system whenever the oil is changed. vehicle is started, the engine oil life Caution How to Reset the Engine Oil system has not been reset. Repeat the procedure. Life System Use of the incorrect automatic Reset the system whenever the transmission fluid may damage engine oil is changed so that the the vehicle, and the damage may system can calculate the next not be covered by the vehicle engine oil change. To reset the warranty. Always use the correct system: automatic transmission fluid. See 1. Turn the ignition on with the Recommended Fluids and 0 engine off. Lubricants 263. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Vehicle Care 185 Change the fluid at the intervals debris. Remove the engine air 3. Lower the cover into the engine listed in Maintenance Schedule cleaner/filter. Lightly tap and shake air cleaner/filter assembly, then 0 255, and be sure to use the fluid the engine air cleaner/filter (away secure with the six screws. listed in Recommended Fluids and from the vehicle), to release loose Lubricants 0 263. dust and dirt. Inspect the engine air { Warning cleaner/filter for damage, and Engine Air Cleaner/Filter replace if damaged. Do not clean Operating the engine with the air the engine air cleaner/filter with cleaner/filter off can cause you or The engine air cleaner/filter is in the water or compressed air. engine compartment on the others to be burned. Use caution passenger side of the vehicle. See To inspect or replace the air cleaner/ when working on the engine. Do Engine Compartment Overview filter: not start the engine or drive the 0 180. vehicle with the air cleaner/filter off, as flames may be present if When to Inspect the Engine Air the engine backfires. Cleaner/Filter For intervals on changing and inspecting the engine air cleaner/ Caution filter, see Maintenance Schedule 0 255. If the air cleaner/filter is off, dirt How to Inspect the Engine Air can easily get into the engine, Cleaner/Filter which could damage it. Always have the air cleaner/filter in place Do not start the engine or have the when driving. engine running with the engine air cleaner/filter housing open. Before 1. Remove the six screws and lift removing the engine air cleaner/ the cover off the engine air filter, make sure that the engine air cleaner/filter assembly. cleaner/filter housing and nearby 2. Inspect or replace the engine components are free of dirt and air cleaner/filter. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
186 Vehicle Care Cooling System The following explains the cooling Warning (Continued) system and how to check and add The cooling system allows the coolant when it is low. If there is a engine to maintain the correct Keep hands, clothing, and tools problem with engine overheating, working temperature. away from any underhood see Engine Overheating 0 189. electric fan. What to Use
{ Warning { Warning Plain water, or other liquids such Do not touch heater or radiator as alcohol, can boil before the hoses, or other engine parts. proper coolant mixture will. With They can be very hot and can plain water or the wrong mixture, burn you. Do not run the engine if the engine could get too hot but there is a leak; all coolant could there would not be an overheat leak out. That could cause an warning. The engine could catch engine fire and can burn you. Fix fire and you or others could be any leak before driving the burned. 1. Engine Cooling Fan (Out vehicle. of View) 2. Engine Coolant Surge Tank Use a 50/50 mixture of clean and Pressure Cap Engine Coolant drinkable water and DEX-COOL The cooling system in the vehicle is coolant. This mixture: { Warning filled with DEX-COOL engine . Gives freezing protection down coolant. This coolant is designed to to −37 °C (−34 °F), outside An underhood electric fan can remain in the vehicle for 5 years or temperature start up even when the engine is 240 000 km (150,000 mi), whichever not running and can cause injury. occurs first. (Continued) Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Vehicle Care 187 . Gives boiling protection up to coolant disposal. This will help How to Add Coolant to the 129 °C (265 °F), engine protect the environment and your Coolant Surge Tank temperature health. . Protects against rust and Checking Coolant { Warning corrosion The vehicle must be on a level Steam and scalding liquids from a . Will not damage aluminum parts surface when checking the coolant hot cooling system are under . Helps keep the proper engine level. pressure. Turning the pressure temperature It is normal to see coolant moving in cap, even a little, can cause them the upper coolant hose return line to come out at high speed and Caution when the engine is running. you could be burned. Never turn the cap when the cooling system, Do not use anything other than a Check to see if coolant is visible in the coolant surge tank. If the coolant including the pressure cap, is hot. mix of DEX-COOL coolant that inside the coolant surge tank is Wait for the cooling system and meets GM Standard boiling, do not do anything else until pressure cap to cool. GMW3420 and clean, drinkable it cools down. water. Anything else can cause damage to the engine cooling If coolant is visible but the coolant system and the vehicle, which level is not at or above the mark { Warning would not be covered by the pointed to, add a 50/50 mixture of vehicle warranty. clean, drinkable water and Plain water, or other liquids such DEX-COOL coolant. as alcohol, can boil before the Be sure the cooling system is cool proper coolant mixture will. With Never dispose of engine coolant by before this is done. plain water or the wrong mixture, putting it in the trash, pouring it on the engine could get too hot but the ground, or into sewers, streams, If no coolant is visible in the coolant there would not be an overheat or bodies of water. Have the coolant surge tank, add coolant as follows: warning. The engine could catch changed by an authorized service fire and you or others could be center, familiar with legal burned. requirements regarding used Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
188 Vehicle Care cooling system, including the { Warning coolant surge tank pressure cap, is cool before you do it. Spilling coolant on hot engine parts can burn you. Coolant 1. Remove the coolant surge tank contains ethylene glycol and it will pressure cap when the cooling burn if the engine parts are hot system, including the coolant enough. surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly Caution counterclockwise about one-quarter of a turn. If you Failure to follow the specific hear a hiss, wait for that to 3. Fill the coolant surge tank with coolant fill procedure could cause stop. This will allow any the proper mixture to the the engine to overheat and could pressure still left to be vented indicated level mark. cause system damage. If coolant out the discharge hose. 4. With the coolant surge tank is not visible in the surge tank, pressure cap off, start the contact your dealer. 2. Keep turning the pressure cap slowly and remove it. engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator If no problem is found, check to see hose getting hot. Watch out for if coolant is visible in the coolant the engine cooling fan. surge tank. If coolant is visible but By this time, the coolant level the coolant level is not at the inside the coolant surge tank indicated level mark, add a may be lower. If the level is 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable lower, add more of the proper water and DEX-COOL coolant at the mixture to the coolant surge coolant surge tank, but be sure the tank until the level reaches the indicated level mark. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Vehicle Care 189 5. Replace the pressure cap If the decision is made not to lift the If Steam Is Coming from the tightly. hood when this warning appears, Engine Compartment Check the level in the coolant surge get service help right away. See Roadside Assistance Program tank when the cooling system has 0 { Warning cooled down. If the coolant is not at 273. the proper level, repeat Steps 1– If the decision is made to lift the Steam and scalding liquids from a 3 and reinstall the pressure cap. hood, make sure the vehicle is hot cooling system are under If the coolant still is not at the proper parked on a level surface. pressure. Turning the pressure level when the system cools down Then check to see if the engine cap, even a little, can cause them again, see your dealer. cooling fan is running. If the engine to come out at high speed and is overheating, the fan should be you could be burned. Never turn Caution running. If it is not, do not continue the cap when the cooling system, to run the engine. Have the vehicle including the pressure cap, is hot. If the pressure cap is not tightly serviced. Wait for the cooling system and installed, coolant loss and engine pressure cap to cool. damage may occur. Be sure the Caution cap is properly and tightly secured. If No Steam Is Coming from Do not run the engine if there is a the Engine Compartment leak in the engine cooling system. Engine Overheating This can cause a loss of all If an engine overheat warning is coolant and can damage the displayed but no steam can be seen The vehicle has an engine coolant system and vehicle. Have any or heard, the problem may not be temperature gauge to warn of the leaks fixed right away. too serious. Sometimes the engine engine overheating. See Engine can get a little too hot when the Coolant Temperature Gauge 0 102. vehicle: . Climbs a long hill on a hot day . Stops after high-speed driving . Idles for long periods in traffic Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
190 Vehicle Care If the overheat warning is displayed If there is no sign of steam, idle the Open the cap with the washer with no sign of steam: engine for three minutes while symbol on it. Add washer fluid until 1. Turn the air conditioning off. parked. If the warning is still the tank is full. See Engine displayed, turn off the engine until it Compartment Overview 0 180 for 2. Turn the heater on to the cools down. reservoir location. highest temperature and to the highest fan speed. Open the Washer Fluid Caution windows as necessary. 3. When it is safe to do so, pull off What to Use . Do not use washer fluid that the road, shift to P (Park) or When the vehicle needs windshield contains any type of water N (Neutral), and let the washer fluid, be sure to read the repellent coating. This can engine idle. manufacturer's instructions before cause the wiper blades to chatter or skip. If the engine coolant temperature use. If operating the vehicle in an gauge is no longer in the overheat area where the temperature may fall . Do not use engine coolant zone, the vehicle can be driven. below freezing, use a fluid that has (antifreeze) in the Continue to drive the vehicle slowly sufficient protection against windshield washer. It can for about 10 minutes. Keep a safe freezing. damage the windshield vehicle distance from the vehicle in Adding Washer Fluid washer system and paint. front. If the warning does not come . Do not mix water with back on, continue to drive normally ready-to-use washer fluid. and have the cooling system Water can cause the checked for proper fill and function. solution to freeze and If the warning continues, pull over, damage the washer fluid stop, and park the vehicle tank and other parts of the right away. washer system. (Continued) Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Vehicle Care 191 proper sequence to torque Caution (Continued) { Warning specifications. See Capacities and Specifications 0 267. . When using concentrated The brake wear warning sound washer fluid, follow the means that soon the brakes will Brake pads should be replaced as manufacturer instructions for not work well. That could lead to complete sets. adding water. a crash. When the brake wear Brake Pedal Travel . Fill the washer fluid tank warning sound is heard, have the See your dealer if the brake pedal only three-quarters full when vehicle serviced. does not return to normal height, it is very cold. This allows or if there is a rapid increase in for fluid expansion if pedal travel. This could be a sign freezing occurs, which could that brake service may be required. damage the tank if it is Caution completely full. Continuing to drive with worn-out Replacing Brake System Parts brake pads could result in costly Always replace brake system parts Brakes brake repair. with new, approved replacement parts. If this is not done, the brakes Disc brake pads have built-in wear Some driving conditions or climates may not work properly. The braking indicators that make a high-pitched performance expected can change warning sound when the brake pads can cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly in many other ways if the wrong are worn and new pads are needed. replacement brake parts are The sound can come and go or can applied. This does not mean something is wrong with the brakes. installed or if parts are improperly be heard all the time when the installed. vehicle is moving, except when Properly torqued wheel nuts are applying the brake pedal firmly. necessary to help prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
192 Vehicle Care Brake Fluid . A fluid leak in the brake When the brake fluid falls to a low hydraulic system. Have the level, the brake warning light comes brake hydraulic system fixed. on. See Brake System Warning With a leak, the brakes will not Light 0 106. work well. Brake fluid absorbs water over time Always clean the brake fluid which degrades the effectiveness of reservoir cap and the area around the brake fluid. Replace brake fluid the cap before removing it. at the specified intervals to prevent The brake master cylinder reservoir increased stopping distance. See Do not top off the brake fluid. 0 is filled with GM approved DOT 4 Adding fluid does not correct a leak. Maintenance Schedule 255. brake fluid as indicated on the If fluid is added when the linings are What to Add reservoir cap. See Engine worn, there will be too much fluid Compartment Overview 0 180 for when new brake linings are Use only GM approved DOT 4 the location of the reservoir. installed. Add or remove fluid, as brake fluid from a clean, sealed container. See Recommended Checking Brake Fluid necessary, only when work is done 0 on the brake hydraulic system. Fluids and Lubricants 263. With the vehicle in P (Park) on a level surface, the brake fluid level { Warning { Warning should be between the minimum and maximum marks on the brake If too much brake fluid is added, it The wrong or contaminated brake fluid reservoir. can spill on the engine and burn, fluid could result in damage to the brake system. This could result in There are only two reasons why the if the engine is hot enough. You brake fluid level in the reservoir may or others could be burned, and the loss of braking leading to a go down: the vehicle could be damaged. possible injury. Always use the proper GM approved brake fluid. . Normal brake lining wear. When Add brake fluid only when work is new linings are installed, the done on the brake hydraulic fluid level goes back up. system. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Vehicle Care 193 Infrequent Usage: Remove the Caution Warning (Continued) black, negative (−) cable from the battery to keep the battery from If brake fluid is spilled on the cancer and birth defects or other running down. vehicle's painted surfaces, the reproductive harm. Batteries also paint finish can be damaged. contain other chemicals known to Extended Storage: Remove the Immediately wash off any painted the State of California to cause black, negative (−) cable from the surface. cancer. WASH HANDS AFTER battery or use a battery trickle HANDLING. For more information charger. go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/ Battery - North America passenger-vehicle. Starter Switch Check The original equipment battery is { Warning maintenance free. Do not remove See California Proposition the cap and do not add fluid. 0 65 Warning 176 and the back When you are doing this Refer to the replacement number cover. inspection, the vehicle could shown on the original battery label Vehicle Storage move suddenly. If the vehicle when a new battery is needed. See moves, you or others could be Engine Compartment Overview injured. 0 180 for battery location. { Warning Batteries have acid that can burn { Warning 1. Before starting this check, be you and gas that can explode. sure there is enough room WARNING: Battery posts, You can be badly hurt if you are around the vehicle. terminals, and related not careful. See Jump Starting - 0 2. Apply both the parking brake accessories contain lead and lead North America 238 for tips on and the regular brake. compounds, chemicals known to working around a battery without Do not use the accelerator the State of California to cause getting hurt. pedal, and be ready to turn off (Continued) the engine immediately if it starts. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
194 Vehicle Care 3. Try to start the engine in each 3. With the engine off, turn the Park Brake and P (Park) gear. The vehicle should start ignition on, but do not start the only in P (Park) or N (Neutral). engine. Without applying the Mechanism Check If the vehicle starts in any other regular brake, try to move the position, contact your dealer for shift lever out of P (Park) with { Warning service. normal effort. If the shift lever moves out of P (Park), contact When you are doing this check, Automatic Transmission your dealer for service. the vehicle could begin to move. Shift Lock Control You or others could be injured Ignition Transmission and property could be damaged. Function Check Lock Check Make sure there is room in front of the vehicle in case it begins to { Warning While parked, and with the parking roll. Be ready to apply the regular brake set, try to turn the ignition off brake at once should the vehicle When you are doing this in each shift lever position. begin to move. inspection, the vehicle could . The ignition should turn to off move suddenly. If the vehicle only when the shift lever is in Park on a fairly steep hill, with the moves, you or others could be P (Park). vehicle facing downhill. Keeping injured. . The ignition key should come your foot on the regular brake, set out only when the ignition is off. the parking brake. 1. Before starting this check, be . To check the parking brake's sure there is enough room Contact your dealer if service is required. holding ability: With the engine around the vehicle. It should be running and the transmission in parked on a level surface. N (Neutral), slowly remove foot 2. Apply the parking brake. Be pressure from the regular brake ready to apply the regular pedal. Do this until the vehicle is brake immediately if the vehicle held by the parking brake only. begins to move. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Vehicle Care 195 . To check the P (Park) 3. Remove the wiper blade. mechanism's holding ability: Caution (Continued) 4. Reverse Steps 1–3 for wiper With the engine running, shift to blade replacement. P (Park). Then release the the vehicle warranty. Do not allow parking brake followed by the the wiper arm to touch the regular brake. windshield. Windshield Replacement Contact your dealer if service is Driver Assistance Systems To replace the windshield wiper required. If the windshield needs to be blade: replaced and the vehicle is Wiper Blade Replacement 1. Pull the windshield wiper equipped with a front camera sensor Windshield wiper blades should be assembly away from the for the Driver Assistance Systems, a replaced periodically. See the windshield. GM replacement windshield is Maintenance Schedule 0 255. recommended. The replacement windshield must be installed Replacement blades come in according to GM specifications for different types and are removed in proper alignment. If it is not, these different ways. For proper type and systems may not work properly, they length, see Maintenance may display messages, or they may Replacement Parts 0 264. not work at all. See your dealer for proper windshield replacement. Caution Gas Strut(s) Allowing the wiper arm to touch the windshield when no wiper This vehicle is equipped with gas blade is installed could damage strut(s) to provide assistance in the windshield. Any damage that lifting and holding open the hood/ 2. Press the button in the middle occurs would not be covered by trunk/liftgate system in full open of the wiper arm connector, position. (Continued) and pull the wiper blade away from the arm connector. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
196 Vehicle Care
{ Warning
If the gas struts that hold open the hood, trunk, and/or liftgate fail, you or others could be seriously injured. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service immediately. Visually inspect the gas struts for signs of wear, cracks, or other damage periodically. Check to make sure the hood/trunk/liftgate is held open with enough force. Hood Liftgate If struts are failing to hold the hood/trunk/liftgate, do not operate. Have the vehicle serviced.
Caution
Do not apply tape or hang any objects from gas struts. Also do not push down or pull on gas struts. This may cause damage to the vehicle. Trunk
See Maintenance Schedule 0 255. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Vehicle Care 197 Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement After an HID headlamp bulb has been replaced, the beam might be a Headlamp aim has been preset and For the proper type of replacement slightly different shade than it was should need no further adjustment. bulbs, or any bulb changing originally. This is normal. If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, procedure not listed in this section, the headlamp aim may be affected. contact your dealer. LED Lighting If adjustment to the headlamps is This vehicle has several LED lamps. necessary, see your dealer. Caution For replacement of any LED lighting Do not replace incandescent assembly, contact your dealer. bulbs with aftermarket LED replacement bulbs. This can Adaptive Forward cause damage to the vehicle Lighting Lamps electrical system. Corner Lighting Lamps High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting
{ Warning
The High Intensity Discharge (HID) lighting system operates at a very high voltage. If you try to service any of the system components, you could be seriously injured. Have your dealer or a qualified technician 1. Turn the cap counterclockwise service them. and remove it. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
198 Vehicle Care 3. Pull the bulb from the plug 1. Turn the bulb counterclockwise connector. and remove it from the 4. Replace the bulb and connect reflector. the bulb holder with the plug connector. 5. Insert the bulb holder, engaging the two lugs into the reflector and turn clockwise to secure. Fog Lamps 2. Turn the bulb holder The bulbs are accessible from the counterclockwise to disengage. underside of the vehicle. Remove the bulb holder from the reflector. 2. Disengage the plug connector by pressing the retaining lug. 3. Replace the bulb and attach the plug connector. 4. Insert the bulb into the reflector and turn clockwise to engage. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Vehicle Care 199 Front Turn Signal Lamps 2. Turn the bulb socket Sidemarker Lamps counterclockwise and remove it from the reflector.
1. Turn the cap counterclockwise 1. Insert a tool in between the and remove it. sidemarker housing and the 3. Pull the bulb from the bulb bumper. To prevent damage, holder and replace it. place a cloth between the tool 4. Insert the bulb socket into the and the bumper. reflector and turn clockwise. 5. Fit the cap and turn clockwise. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
200 Vehicle Care 3. Turn the bulb socket 90° Side Turn Signal Lamps counterclockwise and remove it from the housing.
2. Push the tool to disengage the clip and remove the sidemarker housing. Do not use excessive 1. Insert a tool between the side force. turn signal and the fender. 4. Pull the bulb from the bulb Place a cloth between the tool holder and replace it. and the fender. 5. Re-insert the socket into the 2. Push the tool to disengage the housing and turn it 90° clip and remove the side turn clockwise. signal lamp. 6. Insert the sidemarker housing in reverse order in the bumper first, then gently push in the clip on the side. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Vehicle Care 201 4. Pull the bulb from the bulb holder and replace it. 5. Insert the bulb holder and turn it clockwise. 6. Insert the right end of the lamp, slide it to the right, and insert the left end. Back-Up Lamps
3. Turn the bulb holder 2. Remove the bulb holder by counterclockwise and remove it turning it counterclockwise. from the housing.
1. The cover is inside the trunk lid. Remove the screw on the cover with a tool and turn clockwise to remove the cover. 3. Remove and replace the bulb. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
202 Vehicle Care 4. Insert the bulb holder into the taillamp assembly and turn it clockwise.
2. Release the cover in the side 4. Remove and replace the bulb. trim panel and remove. 5. Insert the bulb holder into the housing and turn clockwise. 5. Close the cover by inserting 6. Attach the side trim cover. the fastener clips first. Lock the cover by turning the screw clockwise with a tool. Rear Position Lamps 1. Open the trunk lid.
3. Remove the bulb holder by turning it counterclockwise. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Vehicle Care 203 License Plate Lamp 1. Bulb Socket Electrical System 2. Bulb 3. Lamp Assembly Electrical System To replace one of these bulbs: Overload 1. Push the left end of the lamp The vehicle has fuses and circuit assembly toward the right. breakers to protect against an 2. Turn the lamp assembly down electrical system overload. to remove it. When the current electrical load is 3. Turn the bulb socket (1) too heavy, the circuit breaker opens counterclockwise to remove it and closes, protecting the circuit from the lamp assembly (3). until the current load returns to 4. Pull the bulb (2) straight out of normal or the problem is fixed. This Lamp Assembly the bulb socket (1). greatly reduces the chance of circuit overload and fire caused by 5. Push the replacement bulb electrical problems. straight into the bulb socket and turn the bulb socket Fuses and circuit breakers protect clockwise to install it into the power devices in the vehicle. lamp assembly. Replace a bad fuse with a new one 6. Turn the lamp assembly into of the identical size and rating. the lamp assembly opening by If there is a problem on the road and engaging the clip side first. a fuse needs to be replaced, the 7. Push on the lamp side opposite same amperage fuse can be the clip until the lamp assembly borrowed. Choose some feature of snaps into place. the vehicle that is not needed to use and replace it as soon as possible. Bulb Assembly Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
204 Vehicle Care Headlamp Wiring Fuses and Circuit Fuses of the same amperage can be temporarily borrowed from An electrical overload may cause Breakers another fuse location, if a fuse goes the lamps to go on and off, or in The wiring circuits in the vehicle are out. Replace the fuse as soon as some cases to remain off. Have the protected from short circuits by a possible. headlamp wiring checked right away combination of fuses and circuit if the lamps go on and off or To identify and check fuses, circuit breakers. This greatly reduces the remain off. breakers, and relays, see Engine chance of damage caused by Compartment Fuse Block 0 204, Windshield Wipers electrical problems. Instrument Panel Fuse Block 0 207, If the wiper motor overheats due to and Rear Compartment Fuse Block heavy snow or ice, the windshield { Danger 0 209. wipers will stop until the motor Fuses and circuit breakers are cools, and the wiper control is Engine Compartment turned off. After removal of the marked with their ampere rating. Fuse Block blockage, the wiper motor will Do not exceed the restart when the control is moved to specified amperage rating when the desired operating position. replacing fuses and circuit breakers. Use of an oversized Although the circuit is protected fuse or circuit breaker can result from electrical overload, overload in a vehicle fire. You and others due to heavy snow or ice may could be seriously injured or cause wiper linkage damage. killed. Always clear ice and heavy snow from the windshield before using the windshield wipers. To check a fuse, look at the If the overload is caused by an silver-colored band inside the fuse. electrical problem and not snow or If the band is broken or melted, ice, be sure to get it fixed. replace the fuse. Be sure to replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Vehicle Care 205 To open the fuse block cover, press the clips at the front and back and rotate the cover up to the side.
Caution
Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the vehicle may damage it. Always keep the covers on any electrical component.
There is a fuse puller in the engine Fuses Usage compartment fuse block. 3 Fuel injection/ The vehicle may not be equipped Ignition system with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown. 4 Fuel injection/ Ignition system Fuses Usage 5 – 1 Engine control module 6 Heated mirrors 2 O2 sensor 7 Fan control Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
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Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage 8 O2 sensor/ 22 – 36 Climate control Powertrain cooling 23 – 37 – 9 Rear window sensor 24 Right high-beam 38 Vacuum pump 10 Vehicle battery headlamp 39 Fuel system control sensor 25 Left high-beam module 11 Trunk release headlamp 40 Front windshield 12 Adaptive headlamps/ 26 Front fog lamps washer Automatic headlamp 27 – 41 – leveling 28 – 42 Engine cooling fan 13 ABS valves 29 Electric parking 43 Windshield wipers 14 – brake 44 – 15 Engine control 30 ABS pump module 45 Engine cooling fan 31 – 16 Starter 46 – 32 Airbag 17 Transmission control 47 Horn module 33 Adaptive forward 48 Engine cooling fan lighting/Automatic 18 Rear window headlamp leveling 49 Fuel pump defogger 34 Exhaust gas 50 Headlamp leveling/ 19 Front power window recirculation Adaptive forward lighting 20 Rear power window 35 Power windows/Rain 21 Rear electrical sensor/Exterior 51 – center mirror 52 – Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
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Fuses Usage Instrument Panel Fuse 2. Pull straight down and out to remove the storage 53 Transmission control Block compartment. module/Engine control module 3. Remove the cover. 54 Vacuum pump/ To reinstall the cover, line up the Instrument retainers and push into place. cluster/HVAC
The instrument panel fuse block is on the driver side of the instrument panel. To access: 1. Open the storage compartment. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
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Fuses Usage 8 Body control module/Left low-beam headlamp 9 Body control module/Right low-beam headlamp 10 Body control module/Door locks 11 Interior fan 12 Driver power seat 13 Passenger power seat 14 Diagnostic connector 15 Airbag The vehicle may not be equipped Fuses Usage with all of the fuses, relays, and 17 A/C system features shown. 3 Body control 18 Service diagnose module/Exterior Fuses Usage lamps 19 Body control 1 Displays module/Brake 4 Infotainment system lamps/Reverse 2 Body control 5 Infotainment system/ lamps/Interior lamps module/Exterior Instrument cluster lamps 20 – 6 Power outlet 21 Instrument panel 7 Power outlet Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
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Fuses Usage Rear Compartment Fuse 22 Ignition Block 23 Body control module 24 Body control module 25 – 26 Trunk power outlet accessory
Relays Usage 16 Trunk lid relay
The rear compartment fuse block, if equipped, is on the left side of the trunk behind a cover. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
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Fuses Usage 9 Selective catalytic reduction system 10 Selective catalytic reduction system 11 Tire pressure monitor/Rear vision camera 12 Convertible control module/Reverse lamps 13 – 14 Rear seat electrical folding 15 – The vehicle may not be equipped Fuses Usage 16 Rear vision camera/ with all of the fuses, relays, and Convertible control 4 Selective catalytic features shown. module reduction system Fuses Usage 17 – 5 – 1 Convertible control 18 – module/Right 6 – 19 Heated steering power rail 7 Power seats wheel 2 – 8 Convertible control 20 – 3 Rear park assist module 21 Heated seats Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
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Fuses Usage Wheels and Tires Warning (Continued) 22 – Tires . Underinflated tires pose 23 Convertible control module/Left Every new GM vehicle has the same danger as power rail high-quality tires made by a overloaded tires. The leading tire manufacturer. See resulting crash could 24 Selective catalytic cause serious injury. reduction system the warranty manual for information regarding the tire Check all tires frequently 25 – warranty and where to get to maintain the 26 Non-logistic mode service. For additional recommended pressure. 27 Passive entry/ information refer to the tire Tire pressure should be Passive start manufacturer. checked when the tires are cold. 28 – . Overinflated tires are 29 Hydraulic unit { Warning more likely to be cut, 30 – . Poorly maintained and punctured, or broken by 31 – improperly used tires are a sudden impact — such dangerous. as when hitting a pothole. 32 – . Overloading the tires can Keep tires at the cause overheating as a recommended pressure. result of too much . Worn or old tires can flexing. There could be a cause a crash. If the blowout and a serious tread is badly worn, crash. See Vehicle Load replace them. 0 Limits 142. (Continued) (Continued) Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
212 Vehicle Care performance on most road surfaces roads is expected. See your dealer Warning (Continued) and weather conditions. Original for details regarding winter tire equipment tires designed to GM's availability and proper tire selection. . Replace any tires that specific tire performance criteria Also, see Buying New Tires 0 225. have been damaged by have a TPC specification code impacts with potholes, With winter tires, there may be molded onto the sidewall. Original decreased dry road traction, curbs, etc. equipment all-season tires can be increased road noise, and shorter identified by the last two characters . Improperly repaired tires tread life. After changing to winter of this TPC code, which will can cause a crash. Only tires, be alert for changes in vehicle be “MS.” the dealer or an handling and braking. authorized tire service Consider installing winter tires on If using winter tires: center should repair, the vehicle if frequent driving on snow or ice-covered roads is . Use tires of the same brand and replace, dismount, and expected. All-season tires provide tread type on all four wheel mount the tires. adequate performance for most positions. . Do not spin the tires in winter driving conditions, but they . Use only radial ply tires of the excess of 56 km/h may not offer the same level of same size, load range, and (35 mph) on slippery traction or performance as winter speed rating as the original tires on snow or ice-covered roads. equipment tires. surfaces such as snow, See Winter Tires 0 212. mud, ice, etc. Excessive Winter tires with the same speed spinning may cause the Winter Tires rating as the original equipment tires tires to explode. may not be available for H, V, W, Y, This vehicle was not originally and ZR speed rated tires. If winter equipped with winter tires. Winter tires with a lower speed rating are All-Season Tires tires are designed for increased chosen, never exceed the tire's traction on snow and ice-covered This vehicle may come with maximum speed capability. roads. Consider installing winter all-season tires. These tires are tires on the vehicle if frequent designed to provide good overall driving on ice or snow covered Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Vehicle Care 213 Low-Profile Tires Tire Sidewall Labeling (2) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria If the vehicle has P245/40R20 Useful information about a tire is Specification) : Original size tires, they are classified as molded into its sidewall. The equipment tires designed to low-profile tires. examples show a typical GM's specific tire performance passenger vehicle tire and a criteria have a TPC specification Caution compact spare tire sidewall. code molded onto the sidewall. Low-profile tires are more GM's TPC specifications meet or susceptible to damage from road exceed all federal safety hazards or curb impact than guidelines. standard profile tires. Tire and/or (3) DOT (Department of wheel assembly damage can Transportation) : The occur when coming into contact Department of Transportation with road hazards like potholes, (DOT) code indicates that the or sharp edged objects, or when tire is in compliance with the sliding into a curb. The warranty U.S. Department of does not cover this type of Transportation Motor Vehicle damage. Keep tires set to the Safety Standards. correct inflation pressure and Passenger (P-Metric) Tire Example when possible, avoid contact with DOT Tire Date of curbs, potholes, and other road (1) Tire Size : The tire size is a Manufacture : The last four hazards. combination of letters and digits of the TIN indicate the numbers used to define a tire manufactured date. The first particular tire's width, height, two digits represent the week aspect ratio, construction type, (01–52) and the last two digits, and service description. See the the year. For example, the third “Tire Size” illustration later in this section. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
214 Vehicle Care week of the year 2010 would resistance. For more information (2) Temporary Use Only : The have a four-digit DOT date see Uniform Tire Quality compact spare tire or temporary of 0310. Grading 0 227. use tire should not be driven at (4) Tire Identification Number (7) Maximum Cold Inflation speeds over 80 km/h (50 mph). (TIN) : The letters and numbers Load Limit : Maximum load that The compact spare tire is for following the DOT (Department can be carried and the emergency use when a regular of Transportation) code are the maximum pressure needed to road tire has lost air and gone Tire Identification Number (TIN). support that load. flat. If the vehicle has a compact The TIN shows the spare tire, see Compact Spare Tire 0 237 and If a Tire Goes manufacturer and plant code, 0 tire size, and date the tire was Flat 230. manufactured. The TIN is (3) Tire Identification Number molded onto both sides of the (TIN) : The letters and numbers tire, although only one side may following the DOT (Department have the date of manufacture. of Transportation) code are the (5) Tire Ply Material : The type Tire Identification Number (TIN). of cord and number of plies in The TIN shows the the sidewall and under the tread. manufacturer and plant code, tire size, and date the tire was (6) Uniform Tire Quality manufactured. The TIN is Compact Spare Tire Example Grading (UTQG) : Tire molded onto both sides of the manufacturers are required to (1) Tire Ply Material : The type tire, although only one side may grade tires based on three of cord and number of plies in have the date of manufacture. performance factors: treadwear, the sidewall and under the tread. traction, and temperature Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Vehicle Care 215 (4) Maximum Cold Inflation code molded onto the sidewall. (2) Tire Width : The three-digit Load Limit : Maximum load that GM's TPC specifications meet or number indicates the tire section can be carried and the exceed all federal safety width in millimeters from maximum pressure needed to guidelines. sidewall to sidewall. support that load. (3) Aspect Ratio : A two-digit (5) Tire Inflation : The Tire Designations number that indicates the tire temporary use tire or compact Tire Size height-to-width measurements. spare tire should be inflated to For example, if the tire size The following is an example of a 420 kPa (60 psi). For more aspect ratio is 60, as shown in typical passenger vehicle information on tire pressure and item 3 of the illustration, it would tire size. inflation see Tire Pressure mean that the tire's sidewall is 0 218. 60 percent as high as it is wide. (6) Tire Size : A combination of (4) Construction Code : A letter letters and numbers define a code is used to indicate the type tire's width, height, aspect ratio, of ply construction in the tire. construction type, and service The letter R means radial ply description. The letter T as the construction; the letter D means first character in the tire size (1) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire : diagonal or bias ply means the tire is for temporary The United States version of a construction; and the letter B use only. metric tire sizing system. The means belted-bias ply letter P as the first character in construction. (7) TPC Spec (Tire the tire size means a passenger Performance Criteria vehicle tire engineered to (5) Rim Diameter : Diameter of Specification) : Original standards set by the U.S. Tire the wheel in inches. equipment tires designed to and Rim Association. GM's specific tire performance criteria have a TPC specification Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
216 Vehicle Care (6) Service Description : These Belt : A rubber coated layer of maximum capacity of fuel, oil, characters represent the load cords between the plies and the and coolant, but without index and speed rating of the tread. Cords may be made from passengers and cargo. tire. The load index represents steel or other reinforcing DOT Markings : A code molded the load carrying capacity a tire materials. into the sidewall of a tire is certified to carry. The speed Bead : The tire bead contains signifying that the tire is in rating is the maximum speed a steel wires wrapped by steel compliance with the U.S. tire is certified to carry a load. cords that hold the tire onto Department of Transportation the rim. (DOT) Motor Vehicle Safety Tire Terminology and Standards. The DOT code Definitions Bias Ply Tire : A pneumatic tire in which the plies are laid at includes the Tire Identification Air Pressure : The amount of alternate angles less than Number (TIN), an alphanumeric air inside the tire pressing 90 degrees to the centerline of designator which can also outward on each square inch of the tread. identify the tire manufacturer, the tire. Air pressure is production plant, brand, and expressed in kPa (kilopascal) Cold Tire Pressure : The date of production. or psi (pounds per square inch). amount of air pressure in a tire, measured in kPa (kilopascal) GVWR : Gross Vehicle Weight Accessory Weight : The Rating. See Vehicle Load Limits or psi (pounds per square inch) 0 combined weight of optional before a tire has built up heat 142. accessories. Some examples of from driving. See Tire Pressure GAWR FRT : Gross Axle Weight optional accessories are 0 218. Rating for the front axle. See automatic transmission, power Vehicle Load Limits 0 142. windows, power seats, and air Curb Weight : The weight of a conditioning. motor vehicle with standard and GAWR RR : Gross Axle Weight optional equipment including the Rating for the rear axle. See Aspect Ratio : The relationship Vehicle Load Limits 0 142. of a tire's height to its width. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Vehicle Care 217 Intended Outboard Sidewall : Maximum Loaded Vehicle Passenger (P-Metric) Tire : A The side of an asymmetrical tire Weight : The sum of curb tire used on passenger cars and that must always face outward weight, accessory weight, some light duty trucks and when mounted on a vehicle. vehicle capacity weight, and multipurpose vehicles. Kilopascal (kPa) : The metric production options weight. Recommended Inflation unit for air pressure. Normal Occupant Weight : The Pressure : Vehicle Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire : A number of occupants a vehicle manufacturer's recommended tire used on light duty trucks and is designed to seat multiplied by tire inflation pressure as 68 kg (150 lb). See Vehicle Load shown on the tire placard. some multipurpose passenger 0 0 vehicles. Limits 142. See Tire Pressure 218 and Vehicle Load Limits 0 142. Load Index : An assigned Occupant Distribution : number ranging from 1 to 279 Designated seating positions. Radial Ply Tire : A pneumatic that corresponds to the load Outward Facing Sidewall : The tire in which the ply cords that carrying capacity of a tire. side of an asymmetrical tire that extend to the beads are laid at has a particular side that faces 90 degrees to the centerline of Maximum Inflation Pressure : the tread. The maximum air pressure to outward when mounted on a which a cold tire can be inflated. vehicle. The side of the tire that Rim : A metal support for a tire The maximum air pressure is contains a whitewall, bears and upon which the tire beads molded onto the sidewall. white lettering, or bears are seated. manufacturer, brand, and/or Maximum Load Rating : The Sidewall : The portion of a tire model name molding that is between the tread and the bead. load rating for a tire at the higher or deeper than the same maximum permissible inflation moldings on the other sidewall pressure for that tire. of the tire. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
218 Vehicle Care Speed Rating : An government testing procedures. Tire Pressure alphanumeric code assigned to The ratings are molded into the a tire indicating the maximum sidewall of the tire. See Uniform Tires need the correct amount of speed at which a tire can Tire Quality Grading 0 227. air pressure to operate effectively. operate. Vehicle Capacity Weight : The Traction : The friction between number of designated seating { Warning the tire and the road surface. positions multiplied by The amount of grip provided. 68 kg (150 lb) plus the rated Neither tire underinflation nor cargo load. See Vehicle Load overinflation is good. Tread : The portion of a tire that 0 comes into contact with Limits 142. Underinflated tires, or tires the road. Vehicle Maximum Load on the that do not have enough air, can result in: Treadwear Indicators : Narrow Tire : Load on an individual tire bands, sometimes called wear due to curb weight, accessory . Tire overloading and bars, that show across the tread weight, occupant weight, and overheating which could of a tire when only 1.6 mm cargo weight. lead to a blowout. (1/16 in) of tread remains. See Vehicle Placard : A label . Premature or When It Is Time for New Tires permanently attached to a irregular wear. 0 225. vehicle showing the vehicle . Poor handling. capacity weight and the original UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality . Reduced fuel economy. Grading Standards) : A tire equipment tire size and information system that provides recommended inflation pressure. Overinflated tires, or tires that consumers with ratings for a See “Tire and Loading have too much air, can tire's traction, temperature, and Information Label” under Vehicle result in: Load Limits 0 142. treadwear. Ratings are . Unusual wear. determined by tire (Continued) manufacturers using Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Vehicle Care 219 When to Check further adjustment is necessary. Warning (Continued) Check the tires once a month or If the inflation pressure is low, . Poor handling. more. Do not forget the compact add air until the recommended pressure is reached. If the . Rough ride. spare, if the vehicle has one. The cold compact spare tire inflation pressure is high, press . Needless damage from pressure should be at 420 kPa on the metal stem in the center road hazards. (60 psi). See Compact Spare of the tire valve to release air. Tire 0 237. Recheck the tire pressure with the tire gauge. The Tire and Loading How to Check Information label on the vehicle Put the valve caps back on the Use a good quality pocket-type indicates the original equipment valve stems to keep out dirt and gauge to check tire pressure. tires and the correct cold tire moisture and prevent leaks. Use Proper tire inflation cannot be inflation pressures. The only valve caps designed for the determined by looking at the tire. recommended pressure is the vehicle by GM. TPMS sensors Check the tire inflation pressure minimum air pressure needed to could be damaged and would when the tires are cold, meaning support the vehicle's maximum not be covered by the vehicle the vehicle has not been driven load carrying capacity. See warranty. Vehicle Load Limits 0 142. for at least three hours or no more than 1.6 km (1 mi). How the vehicle is loaded Tire Pressure Monitor affects vehicle handling and ride Remove the valve cap from the System comfort. Never load the vehicle tire valve stem. Press the tire The Tire Pressure Monitor System with more weight than it was gauge firmly onto the valve to get a pressure measurement. (TPMS) uses radio and sensor designed to carry. technology to check tire pressure If the cold tire inflation pressure levels. The TPMS sensors monitor matches the recommended pressure on the Tire and Loading Information label, no Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
220 Vehicle Care the air pressure in your tires and lead to tire failure. Under-inflation pressure as intended. TPMS transmit tire pressure readings to a also reduces fuel efficiency and tire malfunctions may occur for a variety receiver located in the vehicle. tread life, and may affect the of reasons, including the installation Each tire, including the spare (if vehicle's handling and stopping of replacement or alternate tires or provided), should be checked ability. wheels on the vehicle that prevent monthly when cold and inflated to Please note that the TPMS is not a the TPMS from functioning properly. the inflation pressure recommended substitute for proper tire Always check the TPMS malfunction by the vehicle manufacturer on the maintenance, and it is the driver's telltale after replacing one or more vehicle placard or tire inflation responsibility to maintain correct tire tires or wheels on your vehicle to pressure label. (If your vehicle has pressure, even if under-inflation has ensure that the replacement or tires of a different size than the size not reached the level to trigger alternate tires and wheels allow the indicated on the vehicle placard or illumination of the TPMS low tire TPMS to continue to function tire inflation pressure label, you pressure telltale. properly. should determine the proper tire See Tire Pressure Monitor Your vehicle has also been 0 inflation pressure for those tires.) equipped with a TPMS malfunction Operation 220. As an added safety feature, your indicator to indicate when the See Radio Frequency Statement vehicle has been equipped with a system is not operating properly. 0 279. tire pressure monitoring system The TPMS malfunction indicator is (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire combined with the low tire pressure Tire Pressure Monitor pressure telltale when one or more telltale. When the system detects a Operation of your tires is significantly malfunction, the telltale will flash for under-inflated. approximately one minute and then This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). Accordingly, when the low tire remain continuously illuminated. The TPMS is designed to warn the pressure telltale illuminates, you This sequence will continue upon driver when a low tire pressure should stop and check your tires as subsequent vehicle start-ups as condition exists. TPMS sensors are soon as possible, and inflate them long as the malfunction exists. mounted onto each tire and wheel to the proper pressure. Driving on a When the malfunction indicator is assembly, excluding the spare tire significantly under-inflated tire illuminated, the system may not be and wheel assembly. The TPMS causes the tire to overheat and can able to detect or signal low tire Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Vehicle Care 221 sensors monitor the air pressure in pressure levels can be viewed. For the tires and transmit the tire additional information and details Caution pressure readings to a receiver in about the DIC operation and the vehicle. displays see Driver Information Tire sealant materials are not all Center (DIC) 0 112. the same. A non-approved tire sealant could damage the TPMS The low tire pressure warning light sensors. TPMS sensor damage may come on in cool weather when caused by using an incorrect tire the vehicle is first started, and then sealant is not covered by the turn off as the vehicle is driven. This vehicle warranty. Always use only could be an early indicator that the the GM approved tire sealant air pressure is getting low and When a low tire pressure condition needs to be inflated to the proper available through your dealer or is detected, the TPMS illuminates pressure. included in the vehicle. the low tire pressure warning light A Tire and Loading Information on the instrument cluster. If the label, attached to your vehicle, TPMS Malfunction Light and warning light comes on, stop as shows the size of the original Message soon as possible and inflate the equipment tires and the correct tires to the recommended pressure The TPMS will not function properly inflation pressure for the tires when shown on the Tire and Loading if one or more of the TPMS sensors they are cold. See Vehicle Load Information label. See Vehicle Load are missing or inoperable. When the Limits 0 142, for an example of the Limits 0 142. system detects a malfunction, the Tire and Loading Information label low tire pressure warning light A message to check the pressure in and its location. Also see Tire flashes for about one minute and 0 a specific tire displays in the Driver Pressure 218. then stays on for the remainder of Information Center (DIC). The low The TPMS can warn about a low the ignition cycle. A DIC warning tire pressure warning light and the tire pressure condition but it message also displays. The DIC warning message come on at does not replace normal tire malfunction light and DIC warning each ignition cycle until the tires are maintenance. See Tire Inspection message come on at each ignition inflated to the correct inflation 0 223, Tire Rotation 0 224 and Tires pressure. Using the DIC, tire 0 211. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
222 Vehicle Care cycle until the problem is corrected. the sensor matching process is vehicle’s tires or replacing one or Some of the conditions that can performed successfully. See more of the TPMS sensors. The cause these to come on are: your dealer for service. TPMS sensor matching process . One of the road tires has been . Replacement tires or wheels do should also be performed after replaced with the spare tire. The not match the original equipment replacing a spare tire with a road spare tire does not have a tires or wheels. Tires and wheels tire containing the TPMS sensor. TPMS sensor. The malfunction other than those recommended The malfunction light and the DIC light and DIC message should could prevent the TPMS from message should go off at the next go off after the road tire is functioning properly. See Buying ignition cycle. The sensors are replaced and the sensor New Tires 0 225. matched to the tire/wheel positions, matching process is performed using a TPMS relearn tool, in the . Operating electronic devices or following order: driver side front tire, successfully. See “TPMS Sensor being near facilities using radio passenger side front tire, passenger Matching Process” following. wave frequencies similar to the side rear tire, and driver side rear . The TPMS sensor matching TPMS could cause the TPMS tire. See your dealer for service process was not done or not sensors to malfunction. or to purchase a relearn tool. completed successfully after If the TPMS is not functioning A TPMS relearn tool can also be rotating the tires. The properly it cannot detect or signal a purchased. See Tire Pressure malfunction light and the DIC low tire pressure condition. See Monitor Sensor Activation Tool at message should go off after your dealer for service if the TPMS www.gmtoolsandequipment.com successfully completing the malfunction light and DIC message or call 1-800-GM TOOLS sensor matching process. See come on and stay on. (1-800-468-6657). "TPMS Sensor Matching Process" following. TPMS Sensor Matching There are two minutes to match the first tire/wheel position, and . One or more TPMS sensors are Process five minutes overall to match all four missing or damaged. The Each TPMS sensor has a unique tire/wheel positions. If it takes malfunction light and the DIC identification code. The identification longer, the matching process stops message should go off when the code needs to be matched to a new and must be restarted. TPMS sensors are installed and tire/wheel position after rotating the Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Vehicle Care 223 The TPMS sensor matching 8. Start with the driver side 14. Set all four tires to the process is: front tire. recommended air pressure 1. Set the parking brake. 9. Place the relearn tool against level as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information label. 2. Put the vehicle in P (Park). the tire sidewall, near the valve stem. Then press the button to 3. Turn the ignition on without activate the TPMS sensor. Tire Inspection starting the vehicle. See A horn chirp confirms that the We recommend that the tires, Ignition Positions 0 146. sensor identification code has including the spare tire, if the 4. Press MENU to select the been matched to this tire and vehicle has one, be inspected wheel position. Vehicle Information Menu in for signs of wear or damage at the Driver Information 10. Proceed to the passenger side least once a month. Center (DIC). front tire, and repeat the Replace the tire if: 5. Use the thumbwheel to scroll to procedure in Step 9. the Tire Pressure Menu Item 11. Proceed to the passenger side . The indicators at three or screen. rear tire, and repeat the more places around the tire 6. Press SET/CLR to begin the procedure in Step 9. can be seen. sensor matching process. 12. Proceed to the driver side rear . There is cord or fabric A message asking if the tire, and repeat the procedure showing through the tire's process should begin should in Step 9. The horn sounds two rubber. appear. times to indicate the sensor identification code has been . The tread or sidewall is 7. Press SET/CLR again to matched to the driver side rear cracked, cut, or snagged confirm the selection. tire, and the TPMS sensor deep enough to show cord or The horn sounds twice to matching process is no longer fabric. signal the receiver is in relearn active. The TIRE LEARNING mode and the TIRE ACTIVE message on the DIC . The tire has a bump, bulge, LEARNING ACTIVE message display screen goes off. or split. displays on the DIC screen. 13. Turn the vehicle off. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
224 Vehicle Care . The tire has a puncture, cut, Check that all wheel nuts are or other damage that cannot properly tightened. See “Wheel be repaired well because of Nut Torque” under Capacities the size or location of the and Specifications 0 267. damage. { Warning Tire Rotation Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the Tires should be rotated every parts to which it is fastened, can 12 000 km (7,500 mi). See make wheel nuts become loose Maintenance Schedule 0 255. after time. The wheel could come Tires are rotated to achieve a off and cause a crash. When more uniform wear for all tires. Use this rotation pattern when changing a wheel, remove any The first rotation is the most rotating the tires. rust or dirt from places where the important. Do not include the compact wheel attaches to the vehicle. In spare tire in the tire rotation. an emergency, a cloth or a paper Anytime unusual wear is towel can be used; however, use noticed, rotate the tires as soon Adjust the front and rear tires to a scraper or wire brush later to as possible, check for proper tire the recommended inflation remove all rust or dirt. inflation pressure, and check for pressure on the Tire and damaged tires or wheels. If the Loading Information label after Lightly coat the center of the unusual wear continues after the the tires have been rotated. wheel hub with wheel bearing rotation, check the wheel See Tire Pressure 0 218 and 0 grease after a wheel change or alignment. See When It Is Time Vehicle Load Limits 142. tire rotation to prevent corrosion for New Tires 0 225 and Wheel 0 Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor or rust build-up. Do not get Replacement 229. System. See Tire Pressure grease on the flat wheel Monitor Operation 0 220. mounting surface or on the wheel nuts or bolts. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Vehicle Care 225 When It Is Time for New The rubber in tires ages over time. of grease, gasoline, or other This also applies to the spare tire, substances that can deteriorate Tires if the vehicle has one, even if it is rubber. Factors such as maintenance, never used. Multiple factors Parking for an extended period can temperatures, driving speeds, including temperatures, loading cause flat spots on the tires that vehicle loading, and road conditions conditions, and inflation pressure may result in vibrations while affect the wear rate of the tires. maintenance affect how fast aging driving. When storing a vehicle for takes place. GM recommends that at least a month, remove the tires or tires, including the spare if raise the vehicle to reduce the equipped, be replaced after six weight from the tires. years, regardless of tread wear. The tire manufacture date is the last four digits of the DOT Tire Identification Buying New Tires Number (TIN) which is molded into GM has developed and matched one side of the tire sidewall. The specific tires for the vehicle. The first two digits represent the week original equipment tires installed (01–52) and the last two digits, the were designed to meet General year. For example, the third week of the year 2010 would have a Motors Tire Performance Criteria four-digit DOT date of 0310. Specification (TPC Spec) system rating. When Treadwear indicators are one way to Vehicle Storage replacement tires are needed, tell when it is time for new tires. Tires age when stored normally GM strongly recommends Treadwear indicators appear when mounted on a parked vehicle. Park buying tires with the same TPC the tires have only 1.6 mm (1/16 in) a vehicle that will be stored for at Spec rating. or less of tread remaining. least a month in a cool, dry, clean See Tire Inspection 0 223 and Tire GM's exclusive TPC Spec 0 area away from direct sunlight to Rotation 224. slow aging. This area should be free system considers over a dozen critical specifications that impact the overall performance of the Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
226 Vehicle Care vehicle, including brake system necessary to replace only one performance, ride and handling, axle set of worn tires, place the { Warning traction control, and tire new tires on the rear axle. Mixing tires of different sizes, pressure monitoring Winter tires with the same speed brands, or types may cause performance. GM's TPC Spec rating as the original equipment loss of control of the vehicle, number is molded onto the tire's tires may not be available for H, resulting in a crash or other sidewall near the tire size. If the V, W, Y and ZR speed rated vehicle damage. Use the tires have an all-season tread tires. Never exceed the winter correct size, brand, and type design, the TPC Spec number tires’ maximum speed capability of tires on all wheels. will be followed by MS for mud when using winter tires with a and snow. See Tire Sidewall lower speed rating. Labeling 0 213. { Warning GM recommends replacing worn { Warning tires in complete sets of four. Using bias-ply tires on the Uniform tread depth on all tires Tires could explode during vehicle may cause the wheel will help to maintain the improper service. Attempting rim flanges to develop cracks performance of the vehicle. to mount or dismount a tire after many miles of driving. Braking and handling could cause injury or death. A tire and/or wheel could fail performance may be adversely Only your dealer or authorized suddenly and cause a crash. affected if all the tires are not tire service center should Use only radial-ply tires with replaced at the same time. mount or dismount the tires. the wheels on the vehicle. If proper rotation and maintenance have been done, If the vehicle tires must be all four tires should wear out at replaced with a tire that does not about the same time. See Tire 0 have a TPC Spec number, make Rotation 224. However, if it is sure they are the same size, Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Vehicle Care 227 load range, speed rating, and traction control, electronic stability Traffic Safety Administration construction (radial) as the control, or All-Wheel Drive, the (NHTSA), which grades tires by original tires. performance of these systems can treadwear, traction, and also be affected. Vehicles that have a tire temperature performance. This applies only to vehicles sold in pressure monitoring system { Warning could give an inaccurate the United States. The grades low-pressure warning if non-TPC If different sized wheels are used, are molded on the sidewalls of Spec rated tires are installed. there may not be an acceptable most passenger car tires. The See Tire Pressure Monitor level of performance and safety if Uniform Tire Quality Grading System 0 219. tires not recommended for those (UTQG) system does not apply wheels are selected. This to deep tread, winter tires, The Tire and Loading increases the chance of a crash compact spare tires, tires with Information label indicates the and serious injury. Only use GM nominal rim diameters of original equipment tires on the specific wheel and tire systems 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), vehicle. See Vehicle Load Limits developed for the vehicle, and or to some limited-production 0 142. have them properly installed by a tires. GM certified technician. Different Size Tires and While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars Wheels See Buying New Tires 0 225 and and light trucks may vary with If wheels or tires are installed that Accessories and Modifications respect to these grades, they 0 are a different size than the original 177. must also conform to federal equipment wheels and tires, vehicle safety requirements and performance, including its braking, Uniform Tire Quality additional General Motors Tire ride and handling characteristics, Grading Performance Criteria (TPC) stability, and resistance to rollover may be affected. If the vehicle has The following information relates standards. electronic systems such as antilock to the system developed by the brakes, rollover airbags, roll bars, United States National Highway Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
228 Vehicle Care Quality grades can be found norm due to variations in driving Temperature where applicable on the tire habits, service practices and The temperature grades are A sidewall between tread shoulder differences in road (the highest), B, and C, and maximum section width. For characteristics and climate. representing the tire's resistance example: Traction to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when Treadwear 200 Traction AA The traction grades, from Temperature A tested under controlled highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, conditions on a specified indoor All Passenger Car Tires Must and C. Those grades represent laboratory test wheel. Sustained Conform to Federal Safety the tire's ability to stop on wet high temperature can cause the Requirements In Addition To pavement as measured under material of the tire to degenerate These Grades. controlled conditions on and reduce tire life, and specified government test Treadwear excessive temperature can lead surfaces of asphalt and to sudden tire failure. The grade The treadwear grade is a concrete. A tire marked C may C corresponds to a level of comparative rating based on the have poor traction performance. performance which all wear rate of the tire when tested Warning: The traction grade passenger car tires must meet under controlled conditions on a assigned to this tire is based on under the Federal Motor Safety specified government test straight-ahead braking traction Standard No. 109. Grades B and course. For example, a tire tests, and does not include A represent higher levels of graded 150 would wear one and acceleration, cornering, performance on the laboratory one-half (1½) times as well on hydroplaning, or peak traction test wheel than the minimum the government course as a tire characteristics. graded 100. The relative required by law. Warning: The performance of tires depends temperature grade for this tire is upon the actual conditions of established for a tire that is their use, however, and may properly inflated and not depart significantly from the overloaded. Excessive speed, Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Vehicle Care 229 underinflation, or excessive Wheel Replacement loading, either separately or in { Warning Replace any wheel that is bent, combination, can cause heat cracked, or badly rusted or Using the wrong replacement buildup and possible tire failure. corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and nuts can be dangerous. It could Wheel Alignment and Tire wheel nuts should be replaced. affect the braking and handling of Balance If the wheel leaks air, replace it. the vehicle. Tires can lose air, Some aluminum wheels can be and cause loss of control, causing The tires and wheels were aligned repaired. See your dealer if any of a crash. Always use the correct and balanced at the factory to these conditions exist. provide the longest tire life and best wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel overall performance. Adjustments to Your dealer will know the kind of nuts for replacement. wheel alignment and tire balancing wheel that is needed. are not necessary on a regular Each new wheel should have the basis. Consider an alignment check same load-carrying capacity, Caution if there is unusual tire wear or the diameter, width, offset, and be vehicle is significantly pulling to one mounted the same way as the one it The wrong wheel can also cause side or the other. Some slight pull to replaces. problems with bearing life, brake the left or right, depending on the cooling, speedometer or crown of the road and/or other road Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor odometer calibration, headlamp surface variations such as troughs aim, bumper height, vehicle or ruts, is normal. If the vehicle is System (TPMS) sensors with new ground clearance, and tire or tire vibrating when driving on a smooth GM original equipment parts. chain clearance to the body and road, the tires and wheels may need to be rebalanced. See your dealer chassis. for proper diagnosis. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
230 Vehicle Care Used Replacement Wheels the accelerator pedal and grip the Warning (Continued) steering wheel firmly. Steer to { Warning maintain lane position, and then Use another type of traction gently brake to a stop, well off the device only if its manufacturer Replacing a wheel with a used road, if possible. recommends it for the vehicle's one is dangerous. How it has tire size combination and road A rear blowout, particularly on a been used or how far it has been conditions. Follow that curve, acts much like a skid and driven may be unknown. It could manufacturer's instructions. To may require the same correction as fail suddenly and cause a crash. used in a skid. Stop pressing the avoid vehicle damage, drive slow When replacing wheels, use a accelerator pedal and steer to and readjust or remove the new GM original equipment straighten the vehicle. It may be traction device if it contacts the wheel. very bumpy and noisy. Gently brake vehicle. Do not spin the wheels. to a stop, well off the road, If traction devices are used, install if possible. Tire Chains them on the front tires. { Warning { Warning If a Tire Goes Flat Driving on a flat tire will cause Do not use tire chains. There is It is unusual for a tire to blow out permanent damage to the tire. not enough clearance. Tire chains while driving, especially if the tires Re-inflating a tire after it has been used on a vehicle without the are maintained properly. See Tires driven on while severely 0 proper amount of clearance can 211. If air goes out of a tire, it is underinflated or flat may cause a cause damage to the brakes, much more likely to leak out slowly. blowout and a serious crash. suspension, or other vehicle But if there ever is a blowout, here Never attempt to re-inflate a tire are a few tips about what to expect parts. The area damaged by the that has been driven on while and what to do: tire chains could cause loss of severely underinflated or flat. control and a crash. If a front tire fails, the flat tire Have your dealer or an authorized creates a drag that pulls the vehicle (Continued) (Continued) toward that side. Take your foot off Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Vehicle Care 231 When the vehicle has a flat tire (2), Warning (Continued) { Warning use the following example as a guide to assist in the placement of tire service center repair or Changing a tire can be the wheel blocks (1), if equipped. replace the flat tire as soon as dangerous. The vehicle can slip possible. off the jack and roll over or fall causing injury or death. Find a level place to change the tire. To help prevent the vehicle from { Warning moving: Lifting a vehicle and getting under 1. Set the parking brake firmly. it to do maintenance or repairs is 2. Put an automatic dangerous without the transmission in P (Park) or a appropriate safety equipment and manual transmission in training. If a jack is provided with 1 (First) or R (Reverse). 1. Wheel Block (If Equipped) the vehicle, it is designed only for 2. Flat Tire changing a flat tire. If it is used for 3. Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle The following information explains anything else, you or others could is raised. how to repair or change a tire. be badly injured or killed if the vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack 4. Do not allow passengers to is provided with the vehicle, only remain in the vehicle. use it for changing a flat tire. 5. Place wheel blocks, if equipped, on both sides of If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire the tire at the opposite and wheel damage by driving slowly corner of the tire being to a level place, well off the road, changed. if possible. Turn on the hazard warning flashers. See Hazard Warning Flashers 0 124. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
232 Vehicle Care Tire Changing 2. If equipped, remove the wheel nut caps with a screwdriver or Removing the Spare Tire and flat tool covered with a soft Tools cloth to protect the wheel.
3. Turn the retainer nut counterclockwise to remove it. Remove the spare tire and place it near the tire being changed. 1. Strap 3. Turn the wheel wrench 4. Remove the jack and tools and 2. Screwdriver counterclockwise to loosen all place them near the tire being 3. Jack the wheel nuts, but do not changed. remove them yet. 4. Wheel Wrench and Tow Eye (In Bag) Removing the Flat Tire and 4. Place the jack under the vehicle. To access the spare tire and tools: Installing the Spare Tire 5. Place the hex tube end of the 1. Open the trunk. See Trunk 1. Do a safety check before wheel wrench over the hex 0 29. proceeding. See If a Tire Goes Flat 0 230. head of the jack. 2. Lift the load floor. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
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Caution { Warning
Make sure that the jack lift head Raising the vehicle with the jack is in the correct position or you improperly positioned can may damage your vehicle. The damage the vehicle and even repairs would not be covered by make the vehicle fall. To help your warranty. avoid personal injury and vehicle damage, be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle.
7. Set the jack to the necessary height. Position it directly below { Warning the jacking position so it does not slip. Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is { Warning dangerous without the appropriate safety equipment and Getting under a vehicle when it is training. If a jack is provided with lifted on a jack is dangerous. the vehicle, it is designed only for If the vehicle slips off the jack, changing a flat tire. If it is used for 6. Position the jack lift head at the you could be badly injured or anything else, you or others could jack location nearest the killed. Never get under a vehicle be badly injured or killed if the flat tire. when it is supported only by vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack a jack. is provided with the vehicle, only use it for changing a flat tire. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
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Warning (Continued)
towel can be used; however, use a scraper or wire brush later to remove all rust or dirt.
8. Raise the jack by turning the 10. Remove all of the wheel nuts. handle clockwise until it comes 11. Remove the flat tire. in contact with the recommended jacking location. { Warning 9. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the enough room for the road tire parts to which it is fastened, can to clear the ground. make wheel nuts become loose 12. Remove any rust or dirt from after time. The wheel could come the wheel bolts, mounting off and cause a crash. When surfaces, and spare wheel. changing a wheel, remove any 13. Place the compact spare tire rust or dirt from places where the on the wheel-mounting surface. wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, a cloth or a paper (Continued) Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
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Never use oil or grease on bolts using accessory locking wheel or nuts because the nuts might nuts. See Capacities and come loose. The vehicle's wheel Specifications 0 267 for original could fall off, causing a crash. equipment wheel nut torque specifications. 14. Reinstall the wheel nuts. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against Caution the hub. 15. Lower the vehicle by turning Improperly tightened wheel nuts 16. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in the jack handle can lead to brake pulsation and a crisscross sequence, as counterclockwise. rotor damage. To avoid expensive shown. brake repairs, evenly tighten the 17. Lower the jack all the way and { Warning wheel nuts in the proper remove the jack from under the sequence and to the proper vehicle. Wheel nuts that are improperly or torque specification. See incorrectly tightened can cause Capacities and Specifications 18. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly the wheels to become loose or 0 267 for the wheel nut torque with the wheel wrench. come off. The wheel nuts should specification. be tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification after replacing. Follow the torque specification supplied by the aftermarket manufacturer when (Continued) Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
236 Vehicle Care Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools
{ Warning
Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. 4. Place the loop end of the strap 5. Insert the strap through the through the left rear cargo wheel, as shown. Storing the Flat Tire and Tools tie-down. 6. Attach the hook to the right 1. Replace the wheel wrench in Place the hook end of the strap rear cargo tie-down. the tool bag and the jack and through the loop and pull it until tools in their original storage 7. Tighten the strap and secure it the strap is securely fastened location. using the buckle. to the cargo tie-down. 2. Remove the strap. 8. Replace the load floor. 3. Place the flat tire in the storage The compact spare is for temporary compartment with the valve use only. Replace the compact stem up. spare tire with a full-size tire as soon as possible. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Vehicle Care 237 Storing the Compact Spare Tire Stop as soon as possible and check and Tools that the spare tire is correctly Caution Reverse the instructions for inflated after being installed on the vehicle. The compact spare tire is When the compact spare is removing the spare tire and tools to installed, do not take the vehicle store the compact spare tire. designed for temporary use only. The vehicle will perform differently through an automatic car wash with the spare tire installed and it is with guide rails. The compact Compact Spare Tire recommended that the vehicle spare can get caught on the rails speed be limited to 80 km/h which can damage the tire, wheel, { Warning (50 mph). To conserve the tread of and other parts of the vehicle. the spare tire, have the standard tire Driving with more than one repaired or replaced as soon as compact spare tire at a time could Do not use the compact spare on convenient and return the spare tire other vehicles. result in loss of braking and to the storage area. handling. This could lead to a Do not mix the compact spare tire or When using a compact spare tire, crash and you or others could be wheel with other wheels or tires. the AWD (if equipped), ABS, and injured. Use only one compact They will not fit. Keep the spare tire Traction Control systems may and its wheel together. spare tire at a time. engage until the spare tire is recognized by the vehicle, If this vehicle has a compact spare especially on slippery roads. Adjust Caution driving to reduce possible tire, it was fully inflated when new; Tire chains will not fit the compact wheel slip. however, it can lose air over time. spare. Using them can damage Check the inflation pressure the vehicle and the chains. Do not regularly. It should be 420 kPa (60 psi). use tire chains on the compact spare. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
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Jump Starting Warning (Continued) Caution Jump Starting - North HANDLING. For more information Ignoring these steps could result America go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/ in costly damage to the vehicle passenger-vehicle. that would not be covered by the For more information about the vehicle warranty. Trying to start vehicle battery, see Battery - North the vehicle by pushing or pulling it America 0 193. See California Proposition 65 Warning 0 176 and the back will not work, and it could damage If the battery has run down, try to cover. the vehicle. use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to use the following steps to { Warning do it safely. Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: { Warning . They contain acid that can WARNING: Battery posts, burn you. terminals, and related . They contain gas that can accessories contain lead and lead explode or ignite. compounds, chemicals known to . They contain enough the State of California to cause electricity to burn you. cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Batteries also If you do not follow these steps exactly, some or all of these contain other chemicals known to 1. Discharged Battery things can hurt you. the State of California to cause Negative Grounding Point cancer. WASH HANDS AFTER 2. Discharged Battery Positive (Continued) Terminal Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Vehicle Care 239 3. Good Battery Negative 4. Turn the ignition off. Turn off all Terminal Caution lights and accessories in both 4. Good Battery Positive vehicles, except the hazard If the other vehicle does not have Terminal warning flashers if needed. a 12-volt system with a negative The jump start negative grounding ground, both vehicles can be { Warning point (1) for the discharged battery damaged. Only use a vehicle that is the engine block or an engine has a 12-volt system with a An electric fan can start up even mounting bolt. Connect to a spot as negative ground for jump starting. far away from the discharged when the engine is not running battery as possible. and can injure you. Keep hands, 2. Position the two vehicles so clothing, and tools away from any The jump start positive terminal (2) that they are not touching. underhood electric fan. on the discharged battery is in the engine compartment on the driver 3. Set the parking brake firmly side of the vehicle. and put the shift lever in P (Park) with an automatic { Warning The jump start negative terminal (3) transmission, or Neutral with a and positive terminal (4) are on the manual transmission. Using a match near a battery can battery of the vehicle providing the jump start. cause battery gas to explode. Caution People have been hurt doing this, The positive jump start connection and some have been blinded. for the discharged battery is under a If any accessories are left on or Use a flashlight if you need more trim cover. Open the cover to plugged in during the jump light. expose the terminal. starting procedure, they could be Battery fluid contains acid that 1. Check the other vehicle. damaged. The repairs would not can burn you. Do not get it on It must have a 12-volt battery be covered by the vehicle you. If you accidentally get it in with a negative ground system. warranty. Whenever possible, turn off or unplug all accessories on your eyes or on your skin, flush either vehicle when jump starting. the place with water and get medical help immediately. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
240 Vehicle Care 10. Try to start the vehicle that had Towing the Vehicle { Warning the dead battery. If it will not start after a few tries, it Fans or other moving engine probably needs service. Caution parts can injure you badly. Keep your hands away from moving Incorrectly towing a disabled Caution parts once the engine is running. vehicle may cause damage. The If the jumper cables are damage would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not lash 5. Connect one end of the red connected or removed in the or hook to suspension positive (+) cable to the wrong order, electrical shorting positive (+) terminal on the may occur and damage the components. Use the proper discharged battery. vehicle. The repairs would not be straps around the tires to secure covered by the vehicle warranty. the vehicle. Do not drag a locked 6. Connect the other end of the wheel/tire while loading the red positive (+) cable to the Always connect and remove the jumper cables in the correct order, vehicle. Do not use a sling type positive (+) terminal of the good lift to tow the vehicle. This could battery. making sure that the cables do not touch each other or other damage the vehicle. 7. Connect one end of the black metal. negative ( ) cable to the – GM recommends a flatbed tow truck negative ( ) terminal of the – to transport a disabled vehicle. Use good battery. Jumper Cable Removal ramps to help reduce approach 8. Connect the other end of the Reverse the sequence exactly when angles, if necessary. A towed black negative (–) cable to the removing the jumper cables. vehicle should have its drive wheels negative (–) grounding point for After starting the disabled vehicle off the ground. Contact Roadside the discharged battery. and removing the jumper cables, Assistance or a professional towing 9. Start the engine in the vehicle allow it to idle for several minutes. service if the disabled vehicle must with the good battery and run be towed. the engine at idle speed for at least four minutes. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Vehicle Care 241 Install the tow eye into the socket Caution and turn it until it is fully tightened. Improper use of the tow eye can When the tow eye is removed, cause vehicle damage. Use reinstall the cover with the notch in caution and low speeds to the original position. prevent damage to the vehicle. Rear Tow Eye
Front Tow Eye If equipped with a tow eye, only use the tow eye to pull the vehicle onto a flatbed car carrier from a flat road surface. Do not use the tow eye to Carefully open the cover by using pull the vehicle from snow, mud, the small notch that conceals the or sand. front tow eye socket. The tow eye is under the load floor, near the spare tire or the compressor kit, if equipped.
Carefully open the cover by using the small notch that conceals the rear tow eye socket. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
242 Vehicle Care of recreational vehicle towing are . Does the vehicle have the known as dinghy towing and dolly proper towing equipment? See towing. Dinghy towing is towing the your dealer or trailering vehicle with all four wheels on the professional for additional advice ground. Dolly towing is towing the and equipment vehicle with two wheels on the recommendations. ground and two wheels up on a . Is the vehicle ready to be device known as a dolly. towed? Just as preparing the Here are some important things to vehicle for a long trip, make sure consider before recreational vehicle the vehicle is prepared to be towing: towed. . Before towing the vehicle, Install the tow eye into the socket become familiar with the local Caution and turn it until it is fully tightened. laws that apply to recreational Use of a shield mounted in front When the tow eye is removed, vehicle towing. These laws may reinstall the cover with the notch in vary by region. of the vehicle grille could restrict the original position. airflow and cause damage to the . What is the towing capacity of transmission. The repairs would To tow the vehicle behind another the towing vehicle? Be sure to not be covered by the vehicle read the tow vehicle vehicle for recreational purposes, warranty. If using a shield, only manufacturer's such as behind a motor home, see use one that attaches to the 0 recommendations. Recreational Vehicle Towing 242. towing vehicle. . How far will the vehicle be Recreational Vehicle towed? Some vehicles have Towing restrictions on how far and how long they can tow. Recreational vehicle towing means towing the vehicle behind another vehicle – such as behind a motor home. The two most common types Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Vehicle Care 243 Dinghy Towing The vehicle was not designed to be towed with all four wheels on the ground. If the vehicle must be towed, a dolly should be used. See “Dolly Towing” following. Dolly Towing
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Caution Towing the vehicle from the rear could damage it. Also, repairs If the vehicle is towed with all four would not be covered by the wheels on the ground, the vehicle warranty. Never have the drivetrain components could be vehicle towed from the rear. damaged. The repairs would not Tow the vehicle with the two rear be covered by the vehicle wheels on the ground and the front warranty. Do not tow the vehicle wheels on a dolly. with all four wheels on the To tow the vehicle with two wheels ground. on the ground and a dolly: 1. Put the front wheels on a dolly. 2. Put the shift lever in P (Park). 3. Secure the vehicle to the dolly. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
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Appearance Care Caution (Continued) Caution (Continued) Exterior Care your dealer. Follow all This could cause damage that manufacturer directions regarding would not be covered by the Locks correct product usage, necessary vehicle warranty. Locks are lubricated at the factory. safety precautions, and Use a de-icing agent only when appropriate disposal of any If using an automatic car wash, absolutely necessary, and have the vehicle care product. follow the car wash instructions. The locks greased after using. See windshield wiper and rear window Recommended Fluids and wiper, if equipped, must be off. Lubricants 0 263. Caution Remove any accessories that may Washing the Vehicle be damaged or interfere with the car Avoid using high-pressure wash equipment. To preserve the vehicle's finish, wash it often and out of direct washes closer than 30 cm (12 in) Rinse the vehicle well, before sunlight. to the surface of the vehicle. Use washing and after, to remove all of power washers exceeding cleaning agents completely. If they 8,274 kPa (1,200 psi) can result are allowed to dry on the surface, Caution in damage or removal of paint they could stain. Do not use petroleum-based, and decals. Dry the finish with a soft, clean acidic, or abrasive cleaning chamois or an all-cotton towel to agents as they can damage the avoid surface scratches and water vehicle's paint, metal, or plastic Caution spotting. parts. If damage occurs, it would Convertible Top Care not be covered by the vehicle Do not power wash any warranty. Approved cleaning component under the hood that Frequently hand wash convertible tops with mild car wash soap. Never products can be obtained from has this symbol. e use a stiff brush, steam, bleach, (Continued) (Continued) or aggressive cleaners. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Vehicle Care 245 If necessary, a soft brush can be remain on painted surfaces. Wash To keep the paint finish looking new, used to remove dirt. When finished the vehicle as soon as possible. keep the vehicle garaged or cleaning, thoroughly rinse the fabric. If necessary, use non-abrasive covered whenever possible. Avoid automatic car washes with cleaners that are marked safe for overhead brushes or very high painted surfaces to remove foreign Protecting Exterior Bright Metal pressure sprays as they can cause matter. Moldings damage and leaking. Occasional hand waxing or mild Caution Only lower the top when it is polishing should be done to remove completely dry and avoid leaving residue from the paint finish. See Failure to clean and protect the the top lowered for extended your dealer for approved cleaning bright metal moldings can result periods of time to prevent excessive products. in a hazy white finish or pitting. interior weathering. Do not apply waxes or polishes to This damage would not be Avoid leaving large amounts of uncoated plastic, vinyl, rubber, covered by the vehicle warranty. snow on the top for extended decals, simulated wood, or flat paint periods of time as damage may also as damage can occur. The bright metal moldings on the occur. vehicle are aluminum, chrome or Finish Care Caution stainless steel. To prevent damage always follow these cleaning Application of aftermarket clearcoat Machine compounding or instructions: sealant/wax materials is not aggressive polishing on a recommended. If painted surfaces basecoat/clearcoat paint finish . Be sure the molding is cool to are damaged, see your dealer to may damage it. Use only the touch before applying any have the damage assessed and non-abrasive waxes and polishes cleaning solution. repaired. Foreign materials such as that are made for a basecoat/ . Use only approved cleaning calcium chloride and other salts, ice clearcoat paint finish on the solutions for aluminum, chrome melting agents, road oil and tar, tree vehicle. or stainless steel. Some sap, bird droppings, chemicals from cleaners are highly acidic or industrial chimneys, etc., can contain alkaline substances and damage the vehicle's finish if they can damage the moldings. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
246 Vehicle Care . Always dilute a concentrated . Washer fluids and other cleaning cleaner according to the agents in higher concentrations Caution (Continued) manufacturer’s instructions. than suggested by the manufacturer. non-uniform finish. Clean low . Do not use cleaners that are not gloss stripes with soap and intended for automotive use. . Solvents, alcohols, fuels, water only. . Use a nonabrasive wax on the or other harsh cleaners. vehicle after washing to protect . Ice scrapers or other hard items. Air Intakes and extend the molding finish. . Aftermarket appearance caps or Clear debris from the air intakes, covers while the lamps are Cleaning Exterior Lamps/ between the hood and windshield, Lenses, Emblems, Decals, and illuminated, due to excessive when washing the vehicle. Stripes heat generated. Windshield and Wiper Blades Use only lukewarm or cold water, a Caution soft cloth, and a car washing soap Clean the outside of the windshield with glass cleaner. to clean exterior lamps, lenses, Failure to clean lamps properly emblems, decals, and stripes. can cause damage to the lamp Clean rubber blades using a lint-free Follow instructions under "Washing cover that would not be covered cloth or paper towel soaked with the Vehicle" previously in this by the vehicle warranty. windshield washer fluid or a mild section. detergent. Wash the windshield Lamp covers are made of plastic, thoroughly when cleaning the and some have a UV protective blades. Bugs, road grime, sap, and coating. Do not clean or wipe them Caution a buildup of vehicle wash/wax when dry. treatments may cause wiper Using wax on low gloss black streaking. Do not use any of the following on finish stripes can increase the lamp covers: gloss level and create a . Abrasive or caustic agents. (Continued) Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Vehicle Care 247 Replace the wiper blades if they are worn or damaged. Damage can be Caution (Continued) Caution caused by extreme dusty conditions, sand, salt, heat, sun, or tires. When applying a tire To avoid surface damage on snow, and ice. dressing, always wipe off any wheels and wheel trim, do not overspray from all painted use strong soaps, chemicals, Weatherstrips surfaces on the vehicle. abrasive polishes, cleaners, Apply weatherstrip lubricant on or brushes. Use only GM weatherstrips to make them last Wheels and Wheel Trim approved cleaners. Do not drive longer, seal better, and not stick or the vehicle through an automatic squeak. Lubricate weatherstrips at Use a soft, clean cloth with mild car wash that uses silicone least once a year. Hot, dry climates soap and water to clean the wheels. carbide tire/wheel cleaning may require more frequent After rinsing thoroughly with clean brushes. Damage could occur application. Black marks from water, dry with a soft, clean towel. and the repairs would not be rubber material on painted surfaces A wax may then be applied. covered by the vehicle warranty. can be removed by rubbing with a clean cloth. See Recommended Caution Fluids and Lubricants 0 263. Brake System Chrome wheels and chrome Visually inspect brake lines and Tires wheel trim may be damaged if the hoses for proper hook-up, binding, Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to vehicle is not washed after driving leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect clean the tires. on roads that have been sprayed disc brake pads for wear and rotors with magnesium chloride or for surface condition. Inspect drum Caution calcium chloride. These are used brake linings/shoes for wear or on roads for conditions such as cracks. Inspect all other brake parts. Using petroleum-based tire dust and ice. Always wash the dressing products on the vehicle chrome with soap and water after may damage the paint finish and/ exposure. (Continued) Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
248 Vehicle Care Steering, Suspension, and underbody. Take care to thoroughly corrosion. Larger areas of finish Chassis Components clean any areas where mud and damage can be corrected in your other debris can collect. dealer's body and paint shop. Visually inspect steering, suspension, and chassis Do not directly power wash the Chemical Paint Spotting components for damaged, loose, transfer case and/or front/rear axle Airborne pollutants can fall upon or missing parts or signs of wear at output seals. High pressure water and attack painted vehicle surfaces least once a year. can overcome the seals and contaminate the fluid. Contaminated causing blotchy, ring-shaped Inspect power steering for proper fluid will decrease the life of the discolorations, and small, irregular hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, transfer case and/or axles and dark spots etched into the paint chafing, etc. should be replaced. surface. See “Finish Care” Visually check constant velocity joint previously in this section. boots and axle seals for leaks. Sheet Metal Damage If the vehicle is damaged and Interior Care Body Component Lubrication requires sheet metal repair or To prevent dirt particle abrasions, Lubricate all key lock cylinders, replacement, make sure the body regularly clean the vehicle's interior. hood hinges, liftgate hinges, and the repair shop applies anti-corrosion Immediately remove any soils. steel fuel door hinges, unless the material to parts repaired or Newspapers or dark garments can components are plastic. Applying replaced to restore corrosion transfer color to the vehicle’s silicone grease on weatherstrips protection. interior. with a clean cloth will make them Original manufacturer replacement Use a soft bristle brush to remove last longer, seal better, and not stick parts will provide the corrosion or squeak. dust from knobs and crevices on the protection while maintaining the instrument cluster. Using a mild Underbody Maintenance vehicle warranty. soap solution, immediately remove hand lotions, sunscreen, and insect At least twice a year, spring and fall, Finish Damage repellent from all interior surfaces or use plain water to flush any Quickly repair minor chips and permanent damage may result. corrosive materials from the scratches with touch-up materials available from your dealer to avoid Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Vehicle Care 249 Use cleaners specifically designed 3.8 L (1 gal) of water. Cleaning the windshield with water for the surfaces being cleaned to A concentrated soap solution will during the first three to six months prevent permanent damage. Apply create streaks and attract dirt. of ownership will reduce tendency all cleaners directly to the cleaning Do not use solutions that contain to fog. cloth. Do not spray cleaners on any strong or caustic soap. Speaker Covers switches or controls. Remove . Do not heavily saturate the cleaners quickly. upholstery when cleaning. Vacuum around a speaker cover Before using cleaners, read and gently, so that the speaker will not . Do not use solvents or cleaners be damaged. Clean spots with water follow all safety instructions on the containing solvents. label. While cleaning the interior, and mild soap. open the doors and windows to get Interior Glass Coated Moldings proper ventilation. To clean, use a terry cloth fabric Coated moldings should be cleaned. To prevent damage, do not clean dampened with water. Wipe droplets the interior using the following left behind with a clean dry cloth. . When lightly soiled, wipe with a cleaners or techniques: If necessary, use a commercial sponge or soft, lint-free cloth dampened with water. . Never use a razor or any other glass cleaner after cleaning with sharp object to remove soil from plain water. . When heavily soiled, use warm any interior surface. soapy water. Caution . Never use a brush with stiff Fabric/Carpet/Suede bristles. To prevent scratching, never use Start by vacuuming the surface . Never rub any surface abrasive cleaners on automotive using a soft brush attachment. If a aggressively or with too much glass. Abrasive cleaners or rotating vacuum brush attachment is pressure. aggressive cleaning may damage being used, only use it on the floor . Do not use laundry detergents or the rear window defogger. carpet. Before cleaning, gently dishwashing soaps with remove as much of the soil as degreasers. For liquid cleaners, possible: use approximately 20 drops per Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
250 Vehicle Care . Gently blot liquids with a paper 5. If the soil is not completely use bleach or fabric softener. Rinse towel. Continue blotting until no removed, use a mild soap thoroughly and air dry before more soil can be removed. solution followed only by plain next use. . For solid soils, remove as much water. as possible prior to vacuuming. If the soil is not completely Caution To clean: removed, it may be necessary to use a commercial upholstery Do not attach a device with a 1. Saturate a clean, lint-free cleaner or spot lifter. Test a small suction cup to the display. This colorfast cloth with water. hidden area for colorfastness before may cause damage and would Microfiber cloth is using a commercial upholstery not be covered by the vehicle recommended to prevent lint cleaner or spot lifter. If ring warranty. transfer to the fabric or carpet. formation occurs, clean the entire 2. Remove excess moisture by fabric or carpet. Instrument Panel, Leather, gently wringing until water does After cleaning, use a paper towel to Vinyl, Other Plastic Surfaces, not drip from the cleaning cloth. blot excess moisture. Low Gloss Paint Surfaces, and 3. Start on the outside edge of the Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces Natural Open Pore Wood soil and gently rub toward the and Vehicle Information and Surfaces center. Fold the cleaning cloth to a clean area frequently to Radio Displays Use a soft microfiber cloth prevent forcing the soil in to the Use a microfiber cloth on high gloss dampened with water to remove fabric. surfaces or vehicle displays. First, dust and loose dirt. For a more thorough cleaning, use a soft 4. Continue gently rubbing the use a soft bristle brush to remove dirt that can scratch the surface. microfiber cloth dampened with a soiled area until there is no mild soap solution. longer any color transfer from Then gently clean by rubbing with a the soil to the cleaning cloth. microfiber cloth. Never use window cleaners or solvents. Periodically hand wash the microfiber cloth separately, using mild soap. Do not Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
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Soaking or saturating leather, Use of air fresheners may cause Do not bleach or dye seat belt especially perforated leather, as permanent damage to plastics webbing. It may severely weaken well as other interior surfaces, and painted surfaces. If an air the webbing. In a crash, they may cause permanent damage. freshener comes in contact with might not be able to provide Wipe excess moisture from these any plastic or painted surface in adequate protection. Clean and surfaces after cleaning and allow the vehicle, blot immediately and rinse seat belt webbing only with them to dry naturally. Never use clean with a soft cloth dampened mild soap and lukewarm water. heat, steam, or spot removers. Do with a mild soap solution. Allow the webbing to dry. not use cleaners that contain Damage caused by air fresheners silicone or wax-based products. would not be covered by the Cleaners containing these vehicle warranty. Floor Mats solvents can permanently change { Warning the appearance and feel of Cargo Cover and leather or soft trim, and are not Convenience Net recommended. If a floor mat is the wrong size or If equipped, wash with warm water is not properly installed, it can and mild detergent. Do not use interfere with the pedals. Do not use cleaners that increase chlorine bleach. Rinse with cold Interference with the pedals can gloss, especially on the instrument water, and then dry completely. cause unintended acceleration panel. Reflected glare can decrease and/or increased stopping visibility through the windshield Care of Seat Belts distance which can cause a crash under certain conditions. Keep belts clean and dry. and injury. Make sure the floor mat does not interfere with the pedals. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
252 Vehicle Care Use the following guidelines for Removing and Replacing the proper floor mat usage: Floor Mats . The original equipment floor Pull up on the rear of the floor mat mats were designed for your to unlock each retainer and remove. vehicle. If the floor mats need replacing, it is recommended that GM certified floor mats be purchased. Non-GM floor mats may not fit properly and may interfere with the pedals. Always check that the floor mats do not interfere with the pedals. . Do not use a floor mat if the vehicle is not equipped with a floor mat retainer on the driver side floor. . Use the floor mat with the correct side up. Do not turn Reinstall by lining up the floor mat it over. retainer openings over the carpet retainers and snap into position. . Do not place anything on top of the driver side floor mat. Make sure the floor mat is properly secured in place. . Use only a single floor mat on the driver side. Verify the floor mat does not interfere with the pedals. . Do not place one floor mat on top of another. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Service and Maintenance 253 General Information for routine maintenance such as oil Service and changes and tire rotations and Maintenance Your vehicle is an important additional maintenance items like investment. This section describes tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper the required maintenance for the blades. General Information vehicle. Follow this schedule to help General Information ...... 253 protect against major repair Caution expenses resulting from neglect or Maintenance Schedule inadequate maintenance. It may Damage caused by improper Maintenance Schedule ...... 255 also help to maintain the value of maintenance can lead to costly the vehicle if it is sold. It is the Special Application Services repairs and may not be covered responsibility of the owner to have by the vehicle warranty. Special Application all required maintenance performed. Services ...... 260 Maintenance intervals, checks, Your dealer has trained technicians inspections, recommended fluids, Additional Maintenance who can perform required and lubricants are important to and Care maintenance using genuine keep the vehicle in good working Additional Maintenance replacement parts. They have condition. and Care ...... 260 up-to-date tools and equipment for fast and accurate diagnostics. Many Do not have chemical flushes that Recommended Fluids, dealers have extended evening and are not approved by GM Lubricants, and Parts Saturday hours, courtesy performed on the vehicle. The Recommended Fluids and transportation, and online use of flushes, solvents, cleaners, Lubricants ...... 263 scheduling to assist with service or lubricants that are not Maintenance Replacement needs. approved by GM could damage Parts ...... 264 the vehicle, requiring expensive Your dealer recognizes the repairs that are not covered by Maintenance Records importance of providing Maintenance Records ...... 265 competitively priced maintenance the vehicle warranty. and repair services. With trained technicians, the dealer is the place Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
254 Service and Maintenance The Tire Rotation and Required Refer to the information in the Services are the responsibility of the Maintenance Schedule Additional { Warning vehicle owner. It is recommended to Required Services - Normal chart. have your dealer perform these Performing maintenance work can The Additional Required Services - be dangerous and can cause services every 12 000 km/7,500 mi. Severe are for vehicles that are: Proper vehicle maintenance helps to serious injury. Perform keep the vehicle in good working . Mainly driven in heavy city traffic maintenance work only if the condition, improves fuel economy, in hot weather. required information, proper tools, and reduces vehicle emissions. . Mainly driven in hilly or and equipment are available. If they are not, see your dealer to Because of the way people use mountainous terrain. have a trained technician do the vehicles, maintenance needs vary. . Frequently towing a trailer. work. See Doing Your Own There may need to be more 0 frequent checks and services. The . Used for high speed or Service Work 177. Additional Required Services - competitive driving. Normal are for vehicles that: . Used for taxi, police, or delivery . Carry passengers and cargo service. within recommended limits on Refer to the information in the the Tire and Loading Information Maintenance Schedule Additional label. See Vehicle Load Limits Required Services - Severe chart. 0 142. . Are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits. . Use the recommended fuel. See Recommended Fuel 0 170. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Service and Maintenance 255 Maintenance engine oil life system may not Tire Rotation and Required indicate the need for vehicle service Services Every 12 000 km/ Schedule for up to a year. The engine oil and 7,500 mi filter must be changed at least once Owner Checks and Services a year and the oil life system must Rotate the tires, if recommended for the vehicle, and perform the At Each Fuel Stop be reset. Your trained dealer technician can perform this work. following services. See Tire 0 . Check the engine oil level. See If the engine oil life system is reset Rotation 224. Engine Oil 0 181. accidentally, service the vehicle . Check engine oil level and oil Once a Month within 5 000 km/3,000 mi since the life percentage. If needed, last service. Reset the oil life change engine oil and filter, and . Check the tire inflation system when the oil is changed. reset oil life system. See Engine pressures. See Tire Pressure See Engine Oil Life System 0 183. 0 0 Oil 181 and Engine Oil Life 218. 0 Air Conditioning Desiccant System 183. . Inspect the tires for wear. See . Check engine coolant level. See Tire Inspection 0 223. (Replace Every Seven Years) Cooling System 0 186. . Check the windshield washer The air conditioning system requires . Check windshield washer fluid fluid level. See Washer Fluid maintenance every seven years. level. See Washer Fluid 0 190. 0 190. This service requires replacement of the desiccant to help the longevity . Check tire inflation pressures. Engine Oil Change and efficient operation of the air See Tire Pressure 0 218. When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL conditioning system. This service can be complex. See your dealer. . Inspect tire wear. See Tire SOON message displays, have the Inspection 0 223. engine oil and filter changed within the next 1 000 km/600 mi. If driven . Visually check for fluid leaks. under the best conditions, the . Inspect engine air cleaner filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 185. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
256 Service and Maintenance . Inspect brake system. See . Check restraint system . Check ignition transmission lock. Exterior Care 0 244. components. See Safety System See Ignition Transmission Lock 0 0 . Visually inspect steering, Check 60. Check 194. suspension, and chassis . Visually inspect fuel system for . Check parking brake and components for damage, damage or leaks. automatic transmission park including cracks or tears in the . Visually inspect exhaust system mechanism. See Park Brake and rubber boots, loose or missing P (Park) Mechanism Check and nearby heat shields for 0 parts, or signs of wear at least loose or damaged parts. 194. once a year. See Exterior Care . Check accelerator pedal for 0 244. . Lubricate body components. See Exterior Care 0 244. damage, high effort, or binding. . Inspect power steering for Replace if needed. proper attachment, connections, . Check starter switch. See Starter Switch Check 0 193. . Visually inspect gas strut for binding, leaks, cracks, signs of wear, cracks, or other chafing, etc. . Check automatic transmission damage. Check the hold open . Visually inspect halfshafts and shift lock control function. See ability of the strut. If the hold drive shafts for excessive wear, Automatic Transmission Shift open is low, service the gas lubricant leaks, and/or damage Lock Control Function Check strut. See Gas Strut(s) 0 195. including: tube dents or cracks, 0 194. constant velocity joint or universal joint looseness, cracked or missing boots, loose or missing boot clamps, center bearing excessive looseness, loose or missing fasteners, and axle seal leaks. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
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Additional Required 12 000 km/7,500 mi 24 000 km/15,000 mi 36 000 km/22,500 mi 48 000 km/30,000 mi 60 000 km/37,500 mi 72 000 km/45,000 mi 84 000 km/52,500 mi 96 000 km/60,000 mi 108 000 km/67,500 mi 120 000 km/75,000 mi 132 000 km/82,500 mi 144 000 km/90,000 mi 156 000 km/97,500 mi 180 000 km/112,500 mi Services - Normal 168 000 km/105,000 mi 192 000 km/120,000 mi 204 000 km/127,500 mi 216 000 km/135,000 mi 228 000 km/142,500 mi 240 000 km/150,000 mi
Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) @ @ @ @ @ @ Inspect evaporative control system. (2) @ @ @ Replace engine air cleaner filter. (3) @ @ @ Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark plug wires. @ @ Drain and fill engine cooling system. (4) @ Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (5) @ Replace brake fluid. (6) Replace windshield wiper blades. (7) @@@@@@@@@@ Replace hood and/or body lift support gas struts. @ @ Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
258 Service and Maintenance Footnotes — Maintenance (2) Visually check all fuel and vapor (5) Or every 10 years, whichever Schedule Additional Required lines and hoses for proper comes first. Inspect for fraying, Services - Normal attachment, connection, routing, and excessive cracking, or damage; (1) Or every two years, whichever condition. replace, if needed. comes first. More frequent (3) Or every four years, whichever (6) Replace brake fluid every three passenger compartment air filter comes first. If driving in dusty years. See Brake Fluid 0 192. replacement may be needed if conditions, inspect the filter at each (7) Or every 12 months, whichever driving in areas with heavy traffic, oil change or more often as needed. comes first. See Wiper Blade poor air quality, high dust levels, (4) Or every five years, whichever Replacement 0 195. or environmental allergens. comes first. See Cooling System Passenger compartment air filter 0 186. replacement may also be needed if there is reduced airflow, window fogging, or odors. Your GM dealer can help determine when to replace the filter. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
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Additional Required 12 000 km/7,500 mi 24 000 km/15,000 mi 36 000 km/22,500 mi 48 000 km/30,000 mi 60 000 km/37,500 mi 72 000 km/45,000 mi 84 000 km/52,500 mi 96 000 km/60,000 mi 108 000 km/67,500 mi 120 000 km/75,000 mi 132 000 km/82,500 mi 144 000 km/90,000 mi 156 000 km/97,500 mi 180 000 km/112,500 mi Services - Severe 168 000 km/105,000 mi 192 000 km/120,000 mi 204 000 km/127,500 mi 216 000 km/135,000 mi 228 000 km/142,500 mi 240 000 km/150,000 mi
Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) @ @ @ @ @ @ Inspect evaporative control system. (2) @ @ @ Replace engine air cleaner filter. (3) @ @ @ Change automatic transmission fluid. @ @ @ Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark plug wires. @ @ Drain and fill engine cooling system. (4) @ Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (5) @ Replace brake fluid. (6) Replace windshield wiper blades. (7) @@@@@@@@@@ Replace hood and/or body lift support gas struts. @ @
Footnotes — Maintenance driving in areas with heavy traffic, fogging, or odors. Your GM dealer Schedule Additional Required poor air quality, high dust levels, can help determine when to replace Services - Severe or environmental allergens. the filter. (1) Or every two years, whichever Passenger compartment air filter (2) Visually check all fuel and vapor comes first. More frequent replacement may also be needed if lines and hoses for proper passenger compartment air filter there is reduced airflow, window attachment, connection, routing, and replacement may be needed if condition. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
260 Service and Maintenance (3) Or every four years, whichever Special Application Additional comes first. If driving in dusty conditions, inspect the filter at each Services Maintenance and Care oil change or more often as needed. . Severe Commercial Use Your vehicle is an important (4) Or every five years, whichever Vehicles Only: Lubricate chassis investment and caring for it properly comes first. See Cooling System components every oil change. may help to avoid future costly 0 186. . Have underbody flushing service repairs. To maintain vehicle (5) Or every 10 years, whichever performed. See "Underbody performance, additional comes first. Inspect for fraying, Maintenance" in Exterior Care maintenance services may be excessive cracking, or damage; 0 244. required. replace, if needed. It is recommended that your dealer (6) Replace brake fluid every three perform these services — their years. See Brake Fluid 0 192. trained dealer technicians know your vehicle best. Your dealer can (7) Or every 12 months, whichever also perform a thorough comes first. See Wiper Blade assessment with a multi-point Replacement 0 195. inspection to recommend when your vehicle may need attention. The following list is intended to explain the services and conditions to look for that may indicate services are required. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Service and Maintenance 261 Battery Brakes Hoses The 12-volt battery supplies power Brakes stop the vehicle and are Hoses transport fluids and should to start the engine and operate any crucial to safe driving. be regularly inspected to ensure additional electrical accessories. . Signs of brake wear may include that there are no cracks or leaks. . To avoid break-down or failure to chirping, grinding, or squealing With a multi-point inspection, your start the vehicle, maintain a noises, or difficulty stopping. dealer can inspect the hoses and advise if replacement is needed. battery with full cranking power. . 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 they fluids protect the vehicle’s systems squeak or show signs of and components. See to light, cracking, or damage. cracking or splitting. Recommended Fluids and The brake lamps need to be Lubricants 0 263 for GM approved checked periodically to ensure . Trained dealer technicians have that they light when braking. access to tools and equipment fluids. to inspect the belts and . Engine oil and windshield . With a multi-point inspection, recommend adjustment or washer fluid levels should be your dealer can check the lamps replacement when necessary. 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 Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
262 Service and Maintenance Shocks and Struts rubber; cracks or cuts in the . Your dealer has the required Shocks and struts help aid in control tread or sidewall; or a bulge or equipment to ensure proper for a smoother ride. split in the tire. wheel alignment. . Signs of wear may include . Trained dealer technicians can Windshield inspect and recommend the right steering wheel vibration, bounce/ For safety, appearance, and the sway while braking, longer tires. Your dealer can also provide tire/wheel balancing best viewing, keep the windshield stopping distance, or uneven clean and clear. tire wear. services to ensure smooth vehicle operation at all speeds. . Signs of damage include . As part of the multi-point Your dealer sells and services scratches, cracks, and chips. inspection, trained dealer name brand tires. technicians can visually inspect . Trained dealer technicians can the shocks and struts for signs Vehicle Care inspect the windshield and of leaking, blown seals, recommend proper replacement To help keep the vehicle looking like if needed. or damage, and can advise new, vehicle care products are when service is needed. available from your dealer. For Wiper Blades Tires information on how to clean and Wiper blades need to be cleaned protect the vehicle’s interior and Tires need to be properly inflated, 0 and kept in good condition to exterior, see Interior Care 248 and provide a clear view. rotated, and balanced. Maintaining Exterior Care 0 244. the tires can save money and fuel, . Signs of wear include streaking, and can reduce the risk of tire Wheel Alignment skipping across the windshield, failure. Wheel alignment is critical for and worn or split rubber. . Signs that the tires need to be ensuring that the tires deliver . Trained dealer technicians can replaced include three or more optimal wear and performance. check the wiper blades and visible treadwear indicators; cord . Signs that the alignment may replace them when needed. or fabric showing through the need to be adjusted include pulling, improper vehicle handling, or unusual tire wear. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Service and Maintenance 263 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Usage Fluid/Lubricant Automatic Transmission DEXRON-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL Coolant. See Cooling System 0 186. Engine Oil Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic is recommended. See Engine Oil 0 181. Hydraulic Brake System DOT 4 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 19299570, in Canada 19299571). Key Lock Cylinders, Hood, Door, and Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Trunk Lid Hinges Canada 10953474). Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip lubricant (GM Part No. 3634770, in Canada 10953518) or equivalent. Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
264 Service and Maintenance 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 13272719 A3144C Passenger Compartment Air Filter 13503677 CF197 Engine Oil Filter 55594652 PF101G Spark Plugs 55490097 41-151 Wiper Blades Driver Side – 68.6 cm (27 in) 13348838 — Passenger Side – 63.5 cm (25 in) 13348836 — Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Service and Maintenance 265 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 Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
266 Technical Data Vehicle Identification parts. See “Engine Specifications” Technical Data under Capacities and Specifications 0 Vehicle Identification 267 for the vehicle's engine code. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Vehicle Identification Service Parts Number (VIN) ...... 266 Identification Label Service Parts Identification There may be a label on the inside Label ...... 266 of the glove box or trunk area that Vehicle Data contains the following information: Capacities and . Vehicle Identification Specifications ...... 267 Number (VIN) Engine Drive Belt Routing . . . . 268 This legal identifier is in the front . Model designation corner of the instrument panel, on the driver side of the vehicle. It can . Paint information be seen through the windshield from . Production options and special outside. The Vehicle Identification equipment Number (VIN) also appears on the If there is no label, there is a Vehicle Certification and Service barcode on the certification label on Parts labels and certificates of title the center (B) pillar to scan for this and registration. same information. Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code. This code identifies the vehicle's engine, specifications, and replacement Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Technical Data 267 Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications Capacities Application Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount, see the refrigerant label under the hood. See your dealer for more information. Engine Cooling System 6.3 L 6.7 qt Engine Oil with Filter 5.5 L 5.8 qt Fuel Tank 56 L 14.8 gal Wheel Nut Torque 140 Y 100 lb ft All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual. Recheck fluid level after filling.
Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 1.6L L4 Engine 5 Automatic 0.60–0.70 mm (0.0236– 0.0276 in) Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
268 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Customer Information 269 Reporting Safety Defects Customer Information Customer Reporting Safety Defects to Information the United States Government ...... 279 Customer Satisfaction Reporting Safety Defects to Procedure Customer Information the Canadian Your satisfaction and goodwill are Customer Satisfaction Government ...... 280 important to your dealer and to Procedure ...... 269 Reporting Safety Defects to Buick. Normally, any concerns with General Motors ...... 280 Customer Assistance the sales transaction or the Offices ...... 271 Vehicle Data Recording and operation of the vehicle will be Customer Assistance for Text resolved by your dealer's sales or Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . . 272 Privacy Vehicle Data Recording and service departments. Sometimes, Online Owner Center ...... 272 however, despite the best intentions GM Mobility Reimbursement Privacy ...... 281 Event Data Recorders ...... 281 of all concerned, misunderstandings Program ...... 273 can occur. If your concern has not Roadside Assistance OnStar ...... 282 Infotainment System ...... 282 been resolved to your satisfaction, Program ...... 273 the following steps should be taken: Scheduling Service Appointments ...... 275 STEP ONE : Discuss your concern Courtesy Transportation with a member of dealership Program ...... 275 management. Normally, concerns Collision Damage Repair . . . . . 276 can be quickly resolved at that level. Publication Ordering If the matter has already been Information ...... 278 reviewed with the sales, service, Radio Frequency or parts manager, contact the owner Statement ...... 279 of your dealership or the general manager. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
270 Customer Information STEP TWO : If after contacting a When contacting Buick, remember decision given in your case, you member of dealership management, that your concern will likely be may reject it and proceed with any it appears your concern cannot be resolved at a dealer's facility. That is other venue for relief available resolved by your dealership without why we suggest following Step One to you. further help, in the U.S., call first. You may contact the BBB Auto Line 1-800-521-7300. In Canada, contact STEP THREE — U.S. Owners : Program using the toll-free General Motors of Canada Both General Motors and your telephone number or write them at Customer Care Centre at dealer are committed to making the following address: 1-800-263-3777 (English) or sure you are completely satisfied 1-800-263-7854 (French). BBB Auto Line Program with the new vehicle. However, Council of Better Business We encourage you to call the if you continue to remain unsatisfied Bureaus, Inc. toll-free number in order to give the after following the procedure 3033 Wilson Boulevard inquiry prompt attention. Have the outlined in Steps One and Two, you Suite 600 following information available to can file with the Better Business Arlington, VA 22201 give the Customer Assistance Bureau (BBB) Auto Line® Program representative: to enforce your rights. Telephone: 1-800-955-5100 http://www.bbb.org/council/ . Vehicle Identification The BBB Auto Line Program is an programs-services/ Number (VIN). This is available out-of-court program administered dispute-handling-and-resolution/ from the vehicle registration or by the Council of Better Business bbb-auto-line title, or the plate at the top left of Bureaus to settle automotive the instrument panel and visible disputes regarding vehicle repairs or This program is available in all through the windshield. the interpretation of the New Vehicle 50 states and the District of Columbia. Eligibility is limited by . Dealership name and location. Limited Warranty. Although you may be required to resort to this informal vehicle age, mileage, and other . Vehicle delivery date and dispute resolution program prior to factors. General Motors reserves present mileage. filing a court action, use of the the right to change eligibility program is free of charge and your limitations and/or discontinue its case will generally be heard within participation in this program. 40 days. If you do not agree with the Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Customer Information 271 STEP THREE — Canadian For further information concerning United States and Puerto Rico Owners : In the event that you do eligibility in the Canadian Motor Buick Customer Assistance Center not feel your concerns have been Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), P.O. Box 33136 addressed after following the call toll-free 1-800-207-0685, or call Detroit, MI 48232-5136 procedure outlined in Steps One the General Motors Customer Care www.Buick.com and Two, General Motors of Canada Centre, 1-800-263-3777 (English), Company wants you to be aware of 1-800-263-7854 (French), 1-800-521-7300 its participation in a no-charge or write to: 1-800-832-8425 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Mediation/Arbitration program. Mediation/Arbitration Program Roadside Assistance: General Motors of Canada c/o Customer Care Centre 1-800-252-1112 Company has committed to binding General Motors of Canada arbitration of owner disputes Company From U.S. Virgin Islands: involving factory-related vehicle Mail Code: CA1-163-005 1-800-496-9994 service claims. The program 1908 Colonel Sam Drive provides for the review of the facts Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Canada involved by an impartial third party arbiter, and may include an informal The inquiry should be accompanied General Motors of Canada hearing before the arbiter. The by the Vehicle Identification Company program is designed so that the Number (VIN). Customer Care Centre, entire dispute settlement process, Mail Code: CA1-163-005 from the time you file your complaint Customer Assistance 1908 Colonel Sam Drive to the final decision, should be Offices Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 completed in about 70 days. We www.gm.ca Buick encourages customers to call believe our impartial program offers 1-800-263-3777 (English) the toll-free number for assistance. advantages over courts in most 1-800-263-7854 (French) However, if a customer wishes to jurisdictions because it is informal, 1-800-263-3830 (For Text write or e-mail Buick, the letter quick, and free of charge. Telephone devices (TTYs)) should be addressed to: Roadside Assistance: 1-800-268-6800 Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
272 Customer Information All Overseas Locations Membership Benefits See my.buick.com to register your vehicle. Please contact the local General E : Download owner’s manuals Motors Business Unit. and view vehicle-specific how-to Buick Owner Centre (Canada) videos. www.buickowner.ca Customer Assistance for G : View maintenance schedules, Visit the Buick Owner Centre: Text Telephone (TTY) alerts, and Vehicle Diagnostic Users Information. Schedule service . Chat live with online help appointments. representatives. To assist customers who are deaf, I : View and print dealer-recorded . Use the Vehicle Tools section. hard of hearing, or speech-impaired service records and self-recorded and who use Text Telephones . Access third party enthusiast service records. (TTYs), Buick has TTY equipment sites and social media networks. available at its Customer Assistance D : Select a dealer and view . Locate owner resources such as Center. Any TTY user can locations, maps, phone numbers, lease-end, financing, and communicate with Buick by dialing: and hours. warranty information. 1-800-832-8425. TTY users in r : Track your vehicle’s warranty . Retrieve your favorite articles, Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830. information. quizzes, tips, and multimedia Online Owner Center J : View active recalls by Vehicle galleries organized into the Identification Number (VIN). See Featured Articles and Auto Care Online Owner Experience Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Sections. 0 (U.S.) my.buick.com 266. . Download the owner’s manual for your vehicle, quickly and The Buick online owner experience H : View GM Card, SiriusXM easily. allows interaction with Buick and Satellite radio (if equipped), and keeps important vehicle-specific OnStar account information. . Find the Buick-recommended information in one place. F : Chat with online help maintenance services for your representatives. vehicle. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Customer Information 273 GM Mobility Roadside Assistance Coverage Reimbursement Program Program Services are provided for the duration of the vehicle s powertrain For U.S.-purchased vehicles, call ’ warranty. 1-800-252-1112; (Text Telephone (TTY): 1-888-889-2438). In the U.S., anyone driving the vehicle is covered. In Canada, a For Canadian-purchased vehicles, person driving the vehicle without call 1-800-268-6800. permission from the owner is not Service is available 24 hours a day, covered. 365 days a year. This program is available to Roadside Assistance is not a part of qualified applicants for cost Calling for Assistance the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. reimbursement, up to certain limits, General Motors North America and of eligible aftermarket adaptive When calling Roadside Assistance, Buick reserve the right to make any equipment required for the vehicle, have the following information changes or discontinue the such as hand controls or a ready: Roadside Assistance program at wheelchair/scooter lift for the . Your name, home address, and any time without notification. vehicle. home telephone number General Motors North America and To learn about the GM Mobility . Telephone number of your Buick reserve the right to limit program, see www.gmmobility.com location services or payment to an owner or or call the GM Mobility Assistance driver if they decide the claims are . Location of the vehicle Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text made too often, or the same type of Telephone (TTY) users, call . Model, year, color, and license claim is made many times. 1-800-833-9935. plate number of the vehicle Services Provided General Motors of Canada also has . Odometer reading, Vehicle a Mobility program. See www.gm.ca Identification Number (VIN), and . Emergency Fuel Delivery: or call 1-800-GM-DRIVE delivery date of the vehicle Delivery of enough fuel for the (800-463-7483) for details. TTY vehicle to get to the nearest . Description of the problem users call 1-800-263-3830. service station. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
274 Customer Information . Lock-Out Service: Service to . Trip Interruption Benefits and Services Specific to unlock the vehicle if you are Assistance: If your trip is Canadian-Purchased Vehicles locked out. A remote unlock may interrupted due to a warranty be available if you have OnStar. event, incidental expenses may . Fuel Delivery: Reimbursement For security reasons, the driver be reimbursed within the is up to 7 liters. Diesel fuel must present identification Powertrain warranty period. delivery may be restricted. before this service is given. Items considered are reasonable Propane and other fuels are not provided through this service. . Emergency Tow from a Public and customary hotel, meals, Road or Highway: Tow to the rental car, or a vehicle being . Lock-Out Service: Vehicle nearest Buick dealer for delivered back to the customer, registration is required. up to 500 miles. warranty service, or if the vehicle . Trip Interruption Benefits and was in a crash and cannot be Services Not Included in Assistance: Must be over driven. Assistance is not given Roadside Assistance 150 km from where your trip when the vehicle is stuck in was started to qualify. sand, mud, or snow. . Impound towing caused by Pre-authorization, original violation of any laws. . Flat Tire Change: Service to detailed receipts, and a copy of change a flat tire with the spare . Legal fines. the repair orders are required. Once authorization has been tire. The spare tire, if equipped, . Mounting, dismounting, must be in good condition and received, the Roadside or changing of snow tires, Assistance advisor will help you properly inflated. It is the owner's chains, or other traction devices. responsibility for the repair or make arrangements and explain replacement of the tire if it is not Service is not provided if a vehicle how to receive payment. covered by the warranty. is in an area that is not accessible . Alternative Service: If to the service vehicle or is not a assistance cannot be provided . Battery Jump Start: Service to regularly traveled or maintained jump start a dead battery. right away, the Roadside public road, which includes ice and Assistance advisor may give winter roads. Off-road use is not permission to get local covered. emergency road service. You will receive payment, up to $100, Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Customer Information 275 after sending the original receipt If your dealer requests you to bring furnished with each new vehicle to Roadside Assistance. the vehicle for service, you are provides detailed warranty coverage Mechanical failures may be urged to do so as early in the work information. covered, however any cost for day as possible to allow for parts and labor for repairs not same-day repair. Transportation Options covered by the warranty are the Warranty service can generally be owner responsibility. Courtesy Transportation completed while you wait. However, Program if you are unable to do so, your Scheduling Service dealer may offer the following To enhance your ownership transportation options: Appointments experience, we and our participating When the vehicle requires warranty dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Shuttle Service service, contact your dealer and Transportation, a customer support This includes one-way or round-trip request an appointment. By program for vehicles with the shuttle service within reasonable scheduling a service appointment Bumper-to-Bumper (Base Warranty time and distance parameters of and advising the service consultant Coverage period in Canada), your dealer's area. of your transportation needs, your extended powertrain, and/or dealer can help minimize your hybrid-specific warranties in both Public Transportation or Fuel inconvenience. the U.S. and Canada. Reimbursement If the vehicle cannot be scheduled Several Courtesy Transportation If overnight warranty repairs are into the service department options are available to assist in needed, and public transportation is immediately, keep driving it until it reducing inconvenience when used, the expense must be can be scheduled for service, warranty repairs are required. supported by original receipts and within the maximum amount allowed unless, of course, the problem is Courtesy Transportation is not a safety related. If it is, please call by GM for shuttle service. If U.S. part of the New Vehicle Limited customers arrange their own your dealership, let them know this, Warranty. A separate booklet and ask for instructions. transportation, limited entitled “Limited Warranty and reimbursement for reasonable fuel Owner Assistance Information” expenses may be available. Claim amounts should reflect actual costs Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
276 Customer Information and be supported by original Additional Program Collision Parts receipts. See your dealer for Information Genuine GM Collision parts are new information. All program options, such as shuttle parts made with the same materials Courtesy Rental Vehicle service, may not be available at and construction methods as the parts with which the vehicle was For an overnight warranty repair, the every dealer. Contact your dealer originally built. Genuine GM dealer may provide an available for specific availability. Collision parts are the best choice to courtesy rental vehicle or provide for General Motors reserves the right to ensure that the vehicle's designed reimbursement of a rental vehicle. unilaterally modify, change, appearance, durability, and safety Reimbursement is limited and must or discontinue Courtesy are preserved. The use of Genuine be supported by original receipts as Transportation at any time and to GM parts can help maintain the GM well as a signed and completed resolve all questions of claim New Vehicle Limited Warranty. rental agreement and meet state/ eligibility pursuant to the terms and provincial, local, and rental vehicle conditions described herein at its Recycled original equipment parts provider requirements. sole discretion. may also be used for repair. These Requirements vary and may include parts are typically removed from minimum age requirements, Collision Damage Repair vehicles that were total losses in insurance coverage, credit card, etc. prior crashes. In most cases, the Additional fees such as fuel usage If the vehicle is involved in a parts being recycled are from charges, taxes, levies, usage fees, collision and it is damaged, have the undamaged sections of the vehicle. excessive mileage, or rental usage damage repaired by a qualified A recycled original equipment GM beyond the completion of the repair technician using the proper part may be an acceptable choice to are also your responsibility. equipment and quality replacement maintain the vehicle's originally parts. Poorly performed collision designed appearance and safety It may not be possible to provide a repairs diminish the vehicle resale performance; however, the history of like vehicle as a courtesy rental. value, and safety performance can these parts is not known. Such parts be compromised in subsequent are not covered by the GM New collisions. Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any related failures are not covered by that warranty. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Customer Information 277 Aftermarket collision parts are also Insuring the Vehicle parts. Read the lease carefully, as available. These are made by you may be charged at the end of Protect your investment in the GM companies other than GM and may the lease for poor quality repairs. vehicle with comprehensive and not have been tested for the vehicle. collision insurance coverage. There As a result, these parts may fit If a Crash Occurs are significant differences in the poorly, exhibit premature durability/ quality of coverage afforded by If there has been an injury, call corrosion problems, and may not various insurance policy terms. emergency services for help. Do not perform properly in subsequent Many insurance policies provide leave the scene of a crash until all collisions. Aftermarket parts are not reduced protection to the GM matters have been taken care of. covered by the GM New Vehicle vehicle by limiting compensation for Move the vehicle only if its position Limited Warranty, and any vehicle damage repairs through the use of puts you in danger, or you are failure related to such parts is not aftermarket collision parts. Some instructed to move it by a police covered by that warranty. insurance companies will not officer. Repair Facility specify aftermarket collision parts. Give only the necessary information When purchasing insurance, we to police and other parties involved GM also recommends that you recommend that you ensure that the in the crash. choose a collision repair facility that vehicle will be repaired with GM For emergency towing see meets your needs before you ever original equipment collision parts. need collision repairs. Your dealer Roadside Assistance Program If such insurance coverage is not 0 273. may have a collision repair center available from your current with GM-trained technicians and insurance carrier, consider switching Gather the following information: state-of-the-art equipment, or be to another insurance carrier. able to recommend a collision repair . Driver name, address, and center that has GM-trained If the vehicle is leased, the leasing telephone number technicians and comparable company may require you to have . Driver license number equipment. insurance that ensures repairs with Genuine GM Original Equipment . Owner name, address, and Manufacturer (OEM) parts or telephone number Genuine Manufacturer replacement . Vehicle license plate number Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
278 Customer Information . Vehicle make, model, and original GM parts. Remember, Publication Ordering model year recycled parts will not be covered by Information . Vehicle Identification the GM vehicle warranty. Number (VIN) Insurance pays the bill for the repair, Service Manuals . Insurance company and policy but you must live with the repair. Service manuals have the diagnosis number Depending on your policy limits, and repair information on the your insurance company may engine, transmission, axle, . General description of the initially value the repair using suspension, brakes, electrical damage to the other vehicle aftermarket parts. Discuss this with system, steering system, body, etc. Choose a reputable repair facility the repair professional, and insist on that uses quality replacement parts. Genuine GM parts. Remember, Customer Literature if the vehicle is leased, you may be See “Collision Parts” earlier in this Owner’s manuals are written section. obligated to have the vehicle specifically for owners and are repaired with Genuine GM parts, If the airbag has inflated, see What intended to provide basic even if your insurance coverage operational information about the Will You See after an Airbag does not pay the full cost. Inflates? 0 65. vehicle. The owner’s manual If another party's insurance includes the Maintenance Schedule Managing the Vehicle Damage company is paying for the repairs, for all models. Repair Process you are not obligated to accept a Customer literature publications repair valuation based on that In the event that the vehicle requires available for purchase include insurance company's collision policy damage repairs, GM recommends owner’s manuals, warranty repair limits, as you have no that you take an active role in its manuals, infotainment manuals, and contractual limits with that company. repair. If you have a pre-determined portfolios. Portfolios include an In such cases, you can have control repair facility of choice, take the owner’s manual, warranty manual, of the repair and parts choices as vehicle there, or have it towed there. infotainment manual, if applicable, long as the cost stays within Specify to the facility that any and zip lock bag or pouch. reasonable limits. required replacement collision parts be original equipment parts, either new Genuine GM parts or recycled Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Customer Information 279 Current and Past Models Radio Frequency Reporting Safety Service manuals and customer Statement Defects literature are available for many This vehicle has systems that current and past model year GM operate on a radio frequency that vehicles. Reporting Safety Defects complies with Part 15/Part 18 of the to the United States To order, call 1-800-551-4123 Federal Communications Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Commission (FCC) rules and with Government eastern time Innovation, Science and Economic If you believe that your vehicle For credit card orders only (VISA, Development (ISED) Canada's has a defect which could cause MasterCard, or Discover), see RSP-100 / license-exempt RSS's / ICES-001. a crash or could cause injury or Helm, Inc. at: www.helminc.com. death, you should immediately To order by mail, write to: Operation is subject to the following inform the National Highway two conditions: Helm, Incorporated Traffic Safety Administration Attention: Customer Service 1. The device may not cause (NHTSA) in addition to notifying 47911 Halyard Drive harmful interference. General Motors. Plymouth, MI 48170 2. The device must accept any If NHTSA receives similar Make checks payable in U.S. funds. interference received, including complaints, it may open an interference that may cause investigation, and if it finds that undesired operation of the device. a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall Changes or modifications to any of and remedy campaign. these systems by other than an However, NHTSA cannot authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or General Motors. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
280 Customer Information To contact NHTSA, you may call Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects the Vehicle Safety Hotline to the Canadian to General Motors toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to Government In addition to notifying NHTSA (or http://www.safercar.gov; or If you live in Canada, and you Transport Canada) in a situation like write to: believe that the vehicle has a this, notify General Motors. Administrator, NHTSA safety defect, notify Transport Call 1-800-521-7300, or write: 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E. Canada immediately, and notify Buick Customer Assistance Center Washington, D.C. 20590 General Motors of Canada P.O. Box 33136 Company. Call Transport Detroit, MI 48232–5136 You can also obtain other Canada at 1-800-333-0510; information about motor In Canada, call 1-800-263-3777 go to: (English) or 1-800-263-7854 vehicle safety from (French), or write: http://www.safercar.gov. www.tc.gc.ca/recalls (English) www.tc.gc.ca/rappels (French) General Motors of Canada Company or write to: Customer Care Centre, Transport Canada Mail Code: CA1-163-005 Motor Vehicle Safety Directorate 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Defect Investigations and Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Recalls Division 80 Noel Street Gatineau, QC J8Z 0A1 Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Customer Information 281 Vehicle Data Event Data Recorders These data can help provide a better understanding of the Recording and This vehicle is equipped with an circumstances in which crashes and event data recorder (EDR). The injuries occur. Privacy main purpose of an EDR is to Note The vehicle has a number of record, in certain crash or near EDR data are recorded by your computers that record information crash-like situations, such as an air vehicle only if a non-trivial crash about the vehicle’s performance and bag deployment or hitting a road how it is driven. For example, the obstacle, data that will assist in situation occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal vehicle uses computer modules to understanding how a vehicle’s driving conditions and no personal monitor and control engine and systems performed. The EDR is data (e.g., name, gender, age, and transmission performance, to designed to record data related to monitor the conditions for airbag vehicle dynamics and safety crash location) are recorded. However, other parties, such as law deployment and deploy them in a systems for a short period of time, enforcement, could combine the crash, and, if equipped, to provide typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR data with the type of antilock braking to help the driver EDR in this vehicle is designed to control the vehicle. These modules record such data as: personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash may store data to help the dealer . How various systems in your investigation. technician service the vehicle. vehicle were operating; Some modules may also store data To read data recorded by an EDR, about how the vehicle is operated, . Whether or not the driver and special equipment is required, and such as rate of fuel consumption or passenger safety belts were access to the vehicle or the EDR is average speed. These modules may buckled/fastened; needed. In addition to the vehicle retain personal preferences, such as . How far (if at all) the driver was manufacturer, other parties, such as radio presets, seat positions, and depressing the accelerator and/ law enforcement, that have the temperature settings. or brake pedal; and, special equipment, can read the information if they have access to . How fast the vehicle was traveling. the vehicle or the EDR. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
282 Customer Information GM will not access these data or OnStar Terms and Conditions and share it with others except: with the Privacy Statement on the OnStar consent of the vehicle owner or, website. if the vehicle is leased, with the See OnStar Additional Information consent of the lessee; in response 0 285. to an official request by police or similar government office; as part of GM's defense of litigation through Infotainment System the discovery process; or, as If the vehicle is equipped with a required by law. Data that GM navigation system as part of the collects or receives may also be infotainment system, use of the used for GM research needs or may system may result in the storage of be made available to others for destinations, addresses, telephone research purposes, where a need is numbers, and other trip information. shown and the data is not tied to a See the infotainment manual for specific vehicle or vehicle owner. information on stored data and for deletion instructions. OnStar If the vehicle is equipped with OnStar and has an active service plan, additional data may be collected through the OnStar system. This includes information about the vehicle’s operation; collisions involving the vehicle; the use of the vehicle and its features; and, in certain situations, the location and approximate GPS speed of the vehicle. Refer to the Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
OnStar 283 OnStar Overview information about you and your OnStar vehicle, including location information. See OnStar User OnStar Overview Terms, Privacy Statement, and Software Terms for more details OnStar Overview ...... 283 including system limitations at OnStar Services www.onstar.com (U.S.) or Emergency ...... 284 www.onstar.ca (Canada). Security ...... 285 The OnStar system status light is = Voice Command Button OnStar Additional Information next to the OnStar buttons. If the OnStar Additional Q Blue OnStar Button status light is: Information ...... 285 > Red Emergency Button . Solid Green: System is ready. This vehicle may be equipped with a . Flashing Green: On a call. comprehensive, in-vehicle system . Red: Indicates a problem. that can connect to an OnStar Advisor for Emergency, Security, . Off: System is off. Press Q Navigation, Connections, and twice to speak with an OnStar Diagnostics Services. OnStar Advisor. services may require a paid service plan and data plan. OnStar requires Press Q or call 1-888-4ONSTAR the vehicle battery and electrical (1-888-466-7827) to speak to an system, cellular service, and GPS Advisor. satellite signals to be available and Functionality of the Voice Command operating. OnStar acts as a link to button may vary by vehicle and existing emergency service region. providers. OnStar may collect Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
284 OnStar Press = to: Press Q to connect to an OnStar Services . Open the OnStar app on the Advisor to: infotainment display. See the . Verify account information or Emergency infotainment manual for update contact information. Emergency Services require an information on how to use the . Get driving directions. active safety and security plan. With OnStar app. . Receive a Diagnostic check of Automatic Crash Response, built-in Or the vehicle's key operating sensors can automatically alert a . Make a call, end a call, systems. specially trained OnStar Advisor or answer an incoming call. who is immediately connected in to . Receive Roadside Assistance. the vehicle to help. . Give OnStar Hands-Free Calling . Manage Wi-Fi Settings, voice commands. Press > for a priority connection to if equipped. an OnStar Advisor who can contact . Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn emergency service providers, direct Navigation voice commands. Press > to get a priority connection to an OnStar Advisor available them to your exact location, and . Obtain and customize the Wi-Fi 24/7 to: relay important information. hotspot name or SSID and . Get help for an emergency. With OnStar Crisis Assist, specially password, if equipped. trained Advisors are available . Be a Good Samaritan or 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to respond to an AMBER Alert. provide a central point of contact, . Get assistance in severe assistance, and information during a weather or other crisis situations crisis. and find evacuation routes. With Roadside Assistance, Advisors can locate a nearby service provider to help with a flat tire, a battery jump, or an empty gas tank. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
OnStar 285 Security OnStar Additional Reactivation for Subsequent Owners If equipped, OnStar provides these Information services: Press Q and follow the prompts to In-Vehicle Audio Messages . With Stolen Vehicle Assistance, speak to an Advisor as soon as OnStar Advisors can use GPS to Audio messages may play important possible. The Advisor will update pinpoint the vehicle and help information at the following times: vehicle records and explain OnStar or connected service options. authorities quickly recover it. . Prior to vehicle purchase. . With Remote Ignition Block, Press Q to set up an account. How OnStar Service Works if equipped, OnStar can block Automatic Crash Response, the engine from being restarted. . After change in ownership and at 90 days. Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, . With Stolen Vehicle Slowdown, Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Remote if equipped, OnStar can work Transferring Service Services, Roadside Assistance, and with law enforcement to Q Hands-Free Calling are available on gradually slow the vehicle down. Press to request account transfer most vehicles. Not all OnStar eligibility information. The Advisor services are available everywhere Theft Alarm Notification can cancel or change account or on all vehicles. For more If equipped, if the doors are locked information. information, a full description of and the vehicle alarm sounds, a Selling/Transferring the OnStar services, system limitations, notification by text, e-mail, or phone Vehicle and OnStar User Terms, Privacy call will be sent. If the vehicle is Statement, and Software Terms: stolen, an OnStar Advisor can work Call 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) immediately to . Call 1-888-4ONSTAR with authorities to recover the (1-888-466-7827). vehicle. terminate your OnStar or connected services if the vehicle is disposed . See www.onstar.com (U.S.). of, sold, transferred, or if the . See www.onstar.ca (Canada). lease ends. . Call TTY 1-877-248-2080. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
286 OnStar . Press Q to speak with an to the vehicle in a crash, or wireless access to all OnStar services, Advisor. phone network congestion or except Virtual Advisor and OnStar jamming — may prevent service. Turn-by-Turn Navigation. OnStar or connected services cannot work unless the vehicle is in See Radio Frequency Statement OnStar Personal Identification 0 a place where OnStar has an 279. Number (PIN) agreement with a wireless service Services for People with A PIN is needed to access some provider for service in that area. The Disabilities OnStar services. The PIN will need wireless service provider must also to be changed the first time when have coverage, network capacity, Advisors provide services to help speaking with an Advisor. To reception, and technology with physical disabilities and change the OnStar PIN, contact an compatible with OnStar or medical conditions. OnStar Advisor by pressing Q or connected services. Service Q involving location information about Press to help: calling 1-888-4ONSTAR. the vehicle cannot work unless GPS . Locate a gas station with an Warranty signals are available, unobstructed, attendant to pump gas. and compatible with the OnStar OnStar equipment may be . Find a hotel, restaurant, etc., hardware. OnStar or connected warranted as part of the vehicle that meets accessibility needs. services may not work if the OnStar warranty. . Provide directions to the closest equipment is not properly installed Languages or it has not been properly hospital or pharmacy in urgent maintained. If equipment or software situations. The vehicle can be programmed to is added, connected, or modified, respond in multiple languages. TTY Users OnStar or connected services may Press Q and ask for an Advisor. not work. Other problems beyond OnStar has the ability to Advisors are available in English, the control of OnStar — such as communicate to deaf, Spanish, and French. Available hills, tall buildings, tunnels, weather, hard-of-hearing, or speech-impaired languages may vary by country. electrical system design and customers while in the vehicle. The architecture of the vehicle, damage available dealer-installed TTY system can provide in-vehicle Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
OnStar 287 Potential Issues A temporary loss of GPS can cause to function properly. These systems loss of the ability to send a may not operate if the battery is OnStar cannot perform Remote Turn-by-Turn Navigation route. The discharged or disconnected. Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle Advisor may give a verbal route or Assistance after the vehicle has may ask for a call back after the Add-on Electrical Equipment been off continuously for 10 days vehicle is driven into an open area. without an ignition cycle. If the The OnStar system is integrated into the electrical architecture of the vehicle has not been started for Cellular and GPS Antennas 10 days, OnStar can contact vehicle. Do not add any electrical Cellular reception is required for equipment. See Add-On Electrical Roadside Assistance or a locksmith 0 to help gain access to the vehicle. OnStar to send remote signals to Equipment 174. Added electrical the vehicle. Do not place items over equipment may interfere with the Global Positioning or near the antenna to prevent operation of the OnStar system and System (GPS) blocking cellular and GPS signal cause it to not operate. reception. . Obstruction of the GPS can Vehicle Software Updates occur in a large city with tall Unable to Connect to OnStar OnStar or GM may remotely deliver buildings; in parking garages; Message software updates or changes to the around airports; in tunnels and vehicle without further notice or underpasses; or in an area with If there is limited cellular coverage consent. These updates or changes very dense trees. If GPS signals or the cellular network has reached may enhance or maintain safety, are not available, the OnStar maximum capacity, this message security, or the operation of the system should still operate to may come on. Press Q to try the vehicle or the vehicle systems. call OnStar. However, OnStar call again or try again after driving a Software updates or changes may could have difficulty identifying few miles into another cellular area. affect or erase data or settings that the exact location. Vehicle and Power Issues are stored in the vehicle, such as . In emergency situations, OnStar OnStar Hands-Free Calling name OnStar services require a vehicle can use the last stored GPS tags, saved navigation destinations, electrical system, wireless service, location to send to emergency or pre-set radio stations. Neither and GPS satellite technologies to be responders. OnStar nor GM is responsible for available and operating for features any affected or erased data or Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
288 OnStar settings. These updates or changes the privacy of any information sent above copyright notice and this may also collect personal via wireless cellular communications permission notice appear in all information. Such collection is cannot be assured. Third parties copies. described in the OnStar privacy may unlawfully intercept or access THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED statement or separately disclosed at transmissions and private “AS IS,” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF the time of installation. These communications without consent. ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR updates or changes may also cause IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT a system to automatically OnStar - Software Acknowledgements LIMITED TO THE WARRANTIES communicate with GM servers to OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS collect information about vehicle Certain OnStar components include FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE system status, identify whether libcurl and unzip software and other AND NONINFRINGEMENT OF updates or changes are available, third party software. Below are the THIRD PARTY RIGHTS. IN NO or deliver updates or changes. An notices and licenses associated EVENT SHALL THE AUTHORS OR active OnStar agreement constitutes with libcurl and unzip and for other COPYRIGHT HOLDERS BE consent to these software updates third party software please see LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIM, or changes and agreement that http://opensource.lge.com/index DAMAGES OR OTHER LIABILITY, either OnStar or GM may remotely www.onstar.com/us/en/ WHETHER IN AN ACTION OF deliver them to the vehicle. CONTRACT, TORT OR Privacy libcurl: OTHERWISE, ARISING FROM, COPYRIGHT AND PERMISSION OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION The complete OnStar Privacy NOTICE WITH THE SOFTWARE OR THE Statement may be found at USE OR OTHER DEALINGS IN www.onstar.com (U.S.), Copyright (c) 1996 - 2010, Daniel THE SOFTWARE. or www.onstar.ca (Canada). We Stenberg,
OnStar 289 or other dealings in this Software Christian Spieler, Cosmin Truta, distribution. The sole exception without prior written authorization of Antoine Verheijen, Paul von Behren, to this condition is redistribution the copyright holder. Rich Wales, Mike White. of a standard UnZipSFX binary (including SFXWiz) as part of a unzip: This software is provided “as is,” without warranty of any kind, self-extracting archive; that is This is version 2005-Feb-10 of the express or implied. In no event shall permitted without inclusion of Info-ZIP copyright and license. Info-ZIP or its contributors be held this license, as long as the The definitive version of this liable for any direct, indirect, normal SFX banner has not document should be available incidental, special or consequential been removed from the binary at ftp://ftp.info-zip.org/pub/infozip/ damages arising out of the use of or or disabled. license.html indefinitely. inability to use this software. 3. Altered versions–including, but Copyright (c) 1990-2005 Info-ZIP. All Permission is granted to anyone to not limited to, ports to new rights reserved. use this software for any purpose, operating systems, existing For the purposes of this copyright including commercial applications, ports with new graphical interfaces, and dynamic, and license, “Info-ZIP” is defined as and to alter it and redistribute it the following set of individuals: freely, subject to the following shared, or static library restrictions: versions–must be plainly Mark Adler, John Bush, Karl Davis, marked as such and must not Harald Denker, Jean-Michel Dubois, 1. Redistributions of source code be misrepresented as being Jean-loup Gailly, Hunter Goatley, Ed must retain the above copyright the original source. Such Gordon, Ian Gorman, Chris notice, definition, disclaimer, altered versions also must not Herborth, Dirk Haase, Greg Hartwig, and this list of conditions. be misrepresented as being Robert Heath, Jonathan Hudson, 2. Redistributions in binary form Info-ZIP releases–including, Paul Kienitz, David Kirschbaum, (compiled executables) must but not limited to, labeling of Johnny Lee, Onno van der Linden, reproduce the above copyright the altered versions with the Igor Mandrichenko, Steve P. Miller, notice, definition, disclaimer, names “Info-ZIP” (or any Sergio Monesi, Keith Owens, and this list of conditions in variation thereof, including, but George Petrov, Greg Roelofs, Kai documentation and/or other not limited to, different Uwe Rommel, Steve Salisbury, materials provided with the capitalizations), “Pocket Dave Smith, Steven M. Schweda, UnZip,”“WiZ” or “MacZip” Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
290 OnStar without the explicit permission of Info-ZIP. Such altered versions are further prohibited from misrepresentative use of the Zip-Bugs or Info-ZIP e-mail addresses or of the Info-ZIP URL(s). 4. Info-ZIP retains the right to use the names “Info-ZIP,”“Zip,” “UnZip,”“UnZipSFX,”“WiZ,” “Pocket UnZip,”“Pocket Zip,” and “MacZip” for its own source and binary releases. Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Connected Services 291 Connected Connected Services OnStar app on the infotainment display. For other vehicles press = Services Navigation as follows. Navigation requires a specific Cancel Route Connected Services OnStar or connected service plan. 1. Press =. System responds: Navigation ...... 291 Press Q to receive Turn-by-Turn “OnStar ready,” then a tone. Connections ...... 292 Diagnostics ...... 294 directions or have them sent to the 2. Say “Cancel route.” System vehicle’s navigation screen, responds: “Do you want to if equipped. cancel directions?” Turn-by-Turn Navigation 3. Say “Yes.” System responds: “OK, request completed, thank 1. Press Q to connect to an you, goodbye.” Advisor. Route Preview 2. Request directions to be downloaded to the vehicle. 1. Press =. System responds: 3. Follow the voice-guided “OnStar ready,” then a tone. commands. 2. Say “Route preview.” System responds with the next three Using Voice Commands maneuvers. During a Planned Route Repeat Functionality of the Voice Command button, if equipped, may vary by 1. Press =. System responds: vehicle and region. For some “OnStar ready,” then a tone. vehicles, press = to open the Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
292 Connected Services 2. Say “Repeat.” System See www.onstar.com (U.S.) or Wi-Fi Hotspot (If Equipped) responds with the last direction www.onstar.ca (Canada). The vehicle may have a built-in given, then responds with Wi-Fi hotspot that provides access “OnStar ready,” then a tone. Connections to the Internet and web content at Get My Destination The following services help with 4G LTE speed. Up to seven mobile staying connected. devices can be connected. A data 1. Press =. System responds: plan is required. Use the in-vehicle “OnStar ready,” then a tone. For coverage maps, see controls only when it is safe to www.onstar.com (U.S.) or do so. 2. Say “Get my destination.” www.onstar.ca (Canada). System responds with the 1. To retrieve Wi-Fi hotspot address and distance to the Ensuring Security information, press = to open destination, then responds with . Change the default passwords the OnStar app on the “OnStar ready,” then a tone. for the Wi-Fi hotspot and infotainment display, then Send Destination to Vehicle myBuick mobile application. select Wi-Fi Hotspot. On some Make these passwords different vehicles, touch Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi Directions can be sent to the from each other and use a Settings on the screen. vehicle’s navigation screen, combination of letters, numbers, 2. The Wi-Fi settings will display if equipped. and symbols to increase the the Wi-Fi hotspot name (SSID), security. Press Q, then ask the Advisor to password, and on some download directions to the vehicle’s . Change the default name of the vehicles, the connection type navigation system, if equipped. After SSID (Service Set Identifier). (no Internet connection, 3G, the call ends, the navigation screen This is your network’s name that 4G, 4G LTE), and signal quality will provide prompts to begin driving is visible to other wireless (poor, good, excellent). directions. Routes that are sent to devices. Choose a unique name 3. To change the SSID or the navigation screen can only be and avoid family names or canceled through the navigation vehicle descriptions. password, press Q or call system. 1-888-4ONSTAR to connect with an Advisor. On some Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Connected Services 293 vehicles, the SSID and . Check the vehicle’s fuel level, oil power locks are required. Data rates password can be changed in life, or tire pressure, apply. See www.onstar.com for the Wi-Fi Hotspot menu. if factory-equipped with the Tire details and system limitations. Pressure Monitor System. After initial set-up, your vehicle’s Remote Services Wi-Fi hotspot will connect . Send destinations to the vehicle. automatically to your mobile Contact an OnStar Advisor to . Locate the vehicle on a map unlock the doors or sound the horn devices. Manage data usage by (U.S. market only). turning Wi-Fi on or off on your and flash the lamps. mobile device, by using the myBuick . Turn the vehicle's Wi-Fi hotspot Marketplace mobile app, or by contacting an on/off, manage settings, and OnStar Advisor. On some vehicles, monitor data consumption, OnStar Advisors can provide offers Wi-Fi can also be managed from the if equipped. from restaurants and retailers on your route, help locate hotels, Wi-Fi Hotspot menu. . Locate a dealer and schedule or book a room. These services service. MyBuick Mobile App (If Available) vary by market. . Request roadside assistance. Download the myBuick mobile app OnStar Hands-Free Calling to compatible Apple and Android . Set a parking reminder with pin smartphones. Buick users can drop, take a photo, make a note, Make and receive calls with the access the following services from a and set a timer. built-in wireless calling service, smartphone: which requires available minutes. . Connect with Buick on social Functionality of the Voice Command . Remotely start/stop the vehicle, media. button may vary by vehicle and if factory-equipped. Features are subject to change. For region. For some vehicles, press = . Lock/unlock doors, if equipped myBuick mobile app information and to open the OnStar app on the with automatic locks. compatibility, see my.buick.com. infotainment display, then select . Activate the horn and lamps. An active OnStar or connected Hands-Free calling. For other service plan may be required. vehicles press = as follows. A compatible device, factory-installed remote start, and Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
294 Connected Services Make a Call 2. Say “My number.” System responds: “Your OnStar 1. Press =. System responds: Hands-Free Calling number is,” “OnStar ready.” then says the number. 2. Say “Call.” System responds: End a Call “Call. Please say the name or number to call.” Press =. System responds: “Call 3. Say the entire number without ended.” pausing, including a “1” and the Verify Minutes and Expiration area code. System responds: “OK, calling.” Press = and say “Minutes” then Calling 911 Emergency “Verify” to check how many minutes remain and their expiration date. 1. Press =. System responds: “OnStar ready.” Diagnostics 2. Say “Call.” System responds: By monitoring and reporting on the “Call. Please say the name or vehicle’s key systems, OnStar number to call.” Advanced Diagnostics, if equipped, provides a way to keep up on 3. Say “911” without pausing. maintenance. Capabilities vary by System responds: “911.” model. See www.onstar.com for 4. Say “Call.” System responds: details and system limitations. “OK, dialing 911.” Features are subject to change. For Retrieve My Number updates on feature capabilities, see my.buick.com. Message and data 1. Press =. System responds: rates may apply. “OnStar ready.” Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Index 295 Index A Airbag System (cont'd) Accessories and What Makes an Airbag Modifications ...... 177 Inflate? ...... 64 Accessory Power ...... 149 What Will You See after an Adaptive Forward Airbag Inflates? ...... 65 Lighting (AFL) ...... 123 When Should an Airbag Adaptive Forward Lighting Inflate? ...... 63 (AFL) Light ...... 111 Where Are the Airbags? ...... 62 Adaptive Forward Lighting Airbags Lamps ...... 197 Adding Equipment to the Add-On Electrical Equipment . . . 174 Vehicle ...... 71 Additional Information Passenger Status Indicator . . . 103 OnStar ...... 285 Readiness Light ...... 103 Additional Maintenance Servicing Airbag-Equipped and Care ...... 260 Vehicles ...... 71 Adjustments System Check ...... 61 Lumbar, Front Seats ...... 49 Alarm Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ...... 185 Vehicle Security ...... 31 Air Conditioning ...... 130 All-Season Tires ...... 212 Air Filter, Passenger Antilock Brake System (ABS) . . . 155 Compartment ...... 134 Warning Light ...... 107 Air Vents ...... 133 Appearance Care Airbag System Exterior ...... 244 Check ...... 72 Interior ...... 248 How Does an Airbag Assistance Program, Restrain? ...... 64 Roadside ...... 273 Passenger Sensing System . . . .67 Assistance Systems for Parking and Backing ...... 164 Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
296 Index Automatic Bulb Replacement Carbon Monoxide (cont'd) Door Locks ...... 29 Back-up Lamps ...... 201 Winter Driving ...... 140 Headlamp System ...... 123 Fog Lamps ...... 198 Caution, Danger, and Warning . . . . 2 Transmission ...... 152 Front Turn Signal Lamps . . . . . 199 Center Console Storage ...... 94 Transmission Fluid ...... 184 Headlamp Aiming ...... 197 Chains, Tire ...... 230 Automatic Transmission Headlamps ...... 197 Charging System Light ...... 104 Manual Mode ...... 154 High Intensity Discharge Check Shift Lock Control Function (HID) Lighting ...... 197 Engine Light (Malfunction Check ...... 194 License Plate Lamps ...... 203 Indicator) ...... 104 Ignition Transmission Lock . . . 194 B Side Turn Signal Lamps ...... 200 Sidemarker Lamps ...... 199 Child Restraints Battery Buying New Tires ...... 225 Infants and Young Children . . . . .74 Exterior Lighting Battery Lower Anchors and Tethers Saver ...... 127 C for Children ...... 79 Load Management ...... 127 Calibration ...... 98 Older Children ...... 73 Power Protection ...... 127 California Securing ...... 86, 89 Battery - North America . . . .193, 238 Perchlorate Materials Systems ...... 77 Blade Replacement, Wiper . . . . . 195 Requirements ...... 177 Circuit Breakers ...... 204 Brake California Cleaning Parking, Electric ...... 156 Proposition Exterior Care ...... 244 System Warning Light ...... 106 65 Warning ...... 176,193, 238, Interior Care ...... 248 Brakes ...... 191 Back Cover Climate Control Systems Antilock ...... 155 Canadian Vehicle Owners ...... 2 Dual Automatic ...... 130 Assist ...... 157 Capacities and Clock ...... 98 Fluid ...... 192 Specifications ...... 267 Cluster, Instrument ...... 100 Braking ...... 137 Carbon Monoxide Collision Damage Repair ...... 276 Break-In, New Vehicle ...... 146 Engine Exhaust ...... 151 Compact Spare Tire ...... 237 Trunk ...... 29 Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Index 297 Compartments Customer Assistance (cont'd) Door (cont'd) Storage ...... 92 Text Telephone (TTY) Power Locks ...... 28 Compass ...... 98 Users ...... 272 Drive Belt Routing, Engine ...... 268 Connected Services Customer Information Driver Assistance Systems . . . . . 163 Connections ...... 292 Publications Ordering Driver Information Diagnostics ...... 294 Information ...... 278 Center (DIC) ...... 112 Navigation ...... 291 Customer Satisfaction Driving Connections Procedure ...... 269 Defensive ...... 136 Connected Services ...... 292 D Drunk ...... 137 Control For Better Fuel Economy ...... 20 Damage Repair, Collision ...... 276 Traction and Electronic Hill and Mountain Roads ...... 140 Danger, Warning, and Caution . . . . 2 Stability ...... 158 If the Vehicle is Stuck ...... 142 Data Collection Control of a Vehicle ...... 137 Loss of Control ...... 138 Infotainment System ...... 282 Convertible Top ...... 37 Off-Road Recovery ...... 138 OnStar ...... 282 Roll Bars ...... 66 Vehicle Load Limits ...... 142 Data Recorders, Event ...... 281 Convex Mirrors ...... 33 Wet Roads ...... 139 Daytime Running Coolant Winter ...... 140 Lamps (DRL) ...... 122 Engine Temperature Gauge . . 102 Dual Automatic Climate Defensive Driving ...... 136 Cooling ...... 130 Control System ...... 130 Delayed Locking ...... 28 Cooling System ...... 186 Diagnostics E Courtesy Lamps ...... 126 Connected Services ...... 294 Electric Parking Brake ...... 156 Courtesy Transportation Distracted Driving ...... 136 Electric Parking Brake Light . . . . 106 Program ...... 275 Dome Lamps ...... 126 Electrical Equipment, Cruise Control ...... 160 Door Add-On ...... 174 Light ...... 111 Ajar Light ...... 112 Electrical System Customer Assistance ...... 272 Delayed Locking ...... 28 Engine Compartment Fuse Offices ...... 271 Locks ...... 27 Block ...... 204 Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
298 Index Electrical System (cont'd) Extender, Seat Belt ...... 59 Front Turn Signal Lamps ...... 199 Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . 204 Exterior Lamp Controls ...... 121 Fuel Instrument Panel Fuse Exterior Lighting Battery Additives ...... 171 Block ...... 207 Saver ...... 127 Economy Driving ...... 20 Overload ...... 203 F Filling a Portable Fuel Rear Compartment Fuse Container ...... 173 Filter, Block ...... 209 Filling the Tank ...... 171 Engine Air Cleaner ...... 185 Emergency Foreign Countries ...... 171 Flash-to-Pass ...... 122 OnStar ...... 284 Gauge ...... 101 Flashers, Hazard Warning ...... 124 Engine Low Fuel Warning Light ...... 110 Flat Tire ...... 230 Air Cleaner/Filter ...... 185 Prohibited Fuels ...... 170 Changing ...... 232 Check Light (Malfunction Recommended ...... 170 Floor Mats ...... 251 Indicator) ...... 104 Top Tier ...... 170 Fluid Compartment Overview ...... 180 Fuses Automatic Transmission ...... 184 Coolant Temperature Engine Compartment Fuse Brakes ...... 192 Gauge ...... 102 Block ...... 204 Washer ...... 190 Cooling System ...... 186 Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . 204 Fog Lamps ...... 125 Drive Belt Routing ...... 268 Instrument Panel Fuse Bulb Replacement ...... 198 Exhaust ...... 151 Block ...... 207 Folding Mirrors ...... 34 Oil Life System ...... 183 Rear Compartment Fuse Forward Collision Alert Oil Pressure Light ...... 110 Block ...... 209 (FCA) System ...... 167 Overheating ...... 189 Frequency Statement G Power Messages ...... 115 Radio ...... 279 Gas Strut(s) ...... 195 Running While Parked ...... 152 Front Fog Lamp Gauges Starting ...... 148 Light ...... 111 Engine Coolant Entry Lighting ...... 126 Front Seats Temperature ...... 102 Event Data Recorders ...... 281 Heated ...... 51 Fuel ...... 101 Exit Lighting ...... 126 Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Index 299 Gauges (cont'd) Headlamps (cont'd) Infants and Young Children, Odometer ...... 101 High Intensity Discharge Restraints ...... 74 Speedometer ...... 101 (HID) Lighting ...... 197 Information Tachometer ...... 101 High-Beam On Light ...... 111 Publication Ordering ...... 278 Trip Odometer ...... 101 High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . 122 Infotainment ...... 129 Warning Lights and Lamps On Reminder ...... 111 Infotainment System ...... 282 Indicators ...... 99 Heated Instrument Cluster ...... 100 General Information Steering Wheel ...... 96 Instrument Panel Service and Maintenance . . . . . 253 Heated Front Seats ...... 51 Storage Area ...... 92 Towing ...... 173 Heated Mirrors ...... 34 Instrument Panel Overview ...... 6 Vehicle Care ...... 176 Heating ...... 130 Interior Rearview Mirrors ...... 34 Glove Box ...... 92 High-Beam On Light ...... 111 Introduction ...... 2 Hill and Mountain Roads ...... 140 GM Mobility Reimbursement J Program ...... 273 Hill Start Assist (HSA) ...... 158 Jump Starting - North Hood ...... 178 H America ...... 238 Horn ...... 96 Hazard Warning Flashers ...... 124 How to Wear Seat Belts K Head Restraints ...... 47 Properly ...... 54 Keyless Entry Headlamp Leveling Control . . . . . 124 HVAC ...... 130 Remote (RKE) System ...... 23 Headlamps Keys ...... 21 Adaptive Forward I Lighting (AFL) ...... 123 Ignition Positions ...... 146 L Aiming ...... 197 Ignition Transmission Lock Labeling, Tire Sidewall ...... 213 Automatic ...... 123 Check ...... 194 Lamps Bulb Replacement ...... 197 Immobilizer ...... 32 Adaptive Forward Lighting . . . . 197 Daytime Running Indicator Courtesy ...... 126 Lamps (DRL) ...... 122 Vehicle Ahead ...... 108 Daytime Running (DRL) ...... 122 Flash-to-Pass ...... 122 Dome ...... 126 Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
300 Index Lamps (cont'd) Lighting Lights (cont'd) Exterior Controls ...... 121 Adaptive Forward ...... 123 Operate Pedal ...... 107 Exterior Lighting Battery Entry ...... 126 Seat Belt Reminders ...... 102 Saver ...... 127 Exit ...... 126 Security ...... 110 Front Turn Signal ...... 199 Illumination Control ...... 125 Service Electric Parking License Plate ...... 203 LED ...... 197 Brake ...... 107 Malfunction Indicator Lights StabiliTrak OFF ...... 108 (Check Engine) ...... 104 Adaptive Forward Lighting Tire Pressure ...... 109 On Reminder ...... 111 (AFL) Light ...... 111 Traction Control System Reading ...... 126 Airbag Readiness ...... 103 (TCS)/StabiliTrak ...... 109 Side Turn Signal ...... 200 Antilock Brake System Warning, Power Steering . . . . . 108 Sidemarker ...... 199 (ABS) Warning ...... 107 Locks Lane Departure Brake System Warning ...... 106 Automatic Door ...... 29 Warning (LDW) ...... 168 Charging System ...... 104 Delayed Locking ...... 28 Lane Departure Warning Check Engine (Malfunction Door ...... 27 Light ...... 108 Indicator) ...... 104 Lockout Protection ...... 29 Lap-Shoulder Belt ...... 56 Cruise Control ...... 111 Power Door ...... 28 LATCH System Door Ajar ...... 112 Loss of Control ...... 138 Replacing Parts after a Electric Parking Brake ...... 106 Low Fuel Warning Light ...... 110 Crash ...... 86 Engine Oil Pressure ...... 110 Low-Profile Tires ...... 213 LATCH, Lower Anchors and Flash-to-Pass ...... 122 Lower Anchors and Tethers Tethers for Children ...... 79 Front Fog Lamp ...... 111 for Children (LATCH Latches, Seatback ...... 50 High-Beam On ...... 111 System) ...... 79 LED Lighting ...... 197 High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . 122 Lumbar Adjustment ...... 49 Leveling Control Lane Departure Warning ...... 108 Front Seats ...... 49 Headlamp ...... 124 Low Fuel Warning ...... 110 Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Index 301 M N P Maintenance Navigation Park Records ...... 265 Connected Services ...... 291 Shifting Into ...... 150 Maintenance and Care New Vehicle Break-In ...... 146 Shifting Out of ...... 150 Additional ...... 260 O Park Assist ...... 164 Maintenance Schedule ...... 255 Parking Odometer ...... 101 Recommended Fluids and Brake and P (Park) Trip ...... 101 Lubricants ...... 263 Mechanism Check ...... 194 Off-Road Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . . 104 Over Things That Burn ...... 151 Recovery ...... 138 Manual Mode ...... 154 Parking or Backing Oil Messages Assistance Systems ...... 164 Engine ...... 181 Engine Power ...... 115 Passenger Airbag Status Engine Oil Life System ...... 183 Vehicle ...... 115 Indicator ...... 103 Pressure Light ...... 110 Vehicle Speed ...... 116 Passenger Compartment Air Older Children, Restraints ...... 73 Mirrors Filter ...... 134 Online Owner Center ...... 272 Automatic Dimming Passenger Sensing System . . . . . 67 OnStar ...... 282 Rearview ...... 34 Perchlorate Materials OnStar Additional Convex ...... 33 Requirements, California ...... 177 Information ...... 285 Folding ...... 34 Personalization OnStar Emergency ...... 284 Heated ...... 34 Vehicle ...... 116 OnStar Overview ...... 283 Power ...... 33 Power OnStar Security ...... 285 Mirrors, Interior Rearview ...... 34 Door Locks ...... 28 Operate Pedal Light ...... 107 Monitor System, Tire Mirrors ...... 33 Operation Pressure ...... 219 Outlets ...... 98 Fog Lamps ...... 125 Protection, Battery ...... 127 Outlets Retained Accessory (RAP) . . . 149 Power ...... 98 Seat Adjustment ...... 48 Overheating, Engine ...... 189 Windows ...... 35 Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
302 Index Power Steering Warning Records Roll Bars ...... 66 Lights ...... 108 Maintenance ...... 265 Rotation, Tires ...... 224 Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . . . . 59 Recreational Vehicle Towing . . . . 242 Routing, Engine Drive Belt ...... 268 Privacy Reimbursement Program, Running the Vehicle While Vehicle Data Recording ...... 281 GM Mobility ...... 273 Parked ...... 152 Program Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) S Courtesy Transportation ...... 275 System ...... 23 Safety Defects Reporting Prohibited Fuels ...... 170 Remote Vehicle Start ...... 26 Canadian Government ...... 280 Proposition Replacement Parts General Motors ...... 280 65 Warning, Airbags ...... 72 U.S. Government ...... 279 California ...... 176,193, 238, Maintenance ...... 264 Safety System Check ...... 60 Back Cover Replacing Airbag System ...... 72 Scheduling Appointments ...... 275 Publication Ordering Replacing LATCH System Seat Belts ...... 53 Information ...... 278 Parts after a Crash ...... 86 Care ...... 60 Replacing Seat Belt System R Extender ...... 59 Parts after a Crash ...... 60 Radio Frequency Statement . . . . 279 How to Wear Seat Belts Reporting Safety Defects Reading Lamps ...... 126 Properly ...... 54 Canadian Government ...... 280 Rear Seats ...... 52 Lap-Shoulder Belt ...... 56 General Motors ...... 280 Rear Storage ...... 92 Reminders ...... 102 U.S. Government ...... 279 Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . . 164 Replacing after a Crash ...... 60 Restraints Rearview Mirrors Use During Pregnancy ...... 59 Where to Put ...... 78 Automatic Dimming ...... 34 Seatback Latches ...... 50 Retained Accessory Reclining Seatbacks ...... 49 Seats Power (RAP) ...... 149 Recommended Head Restraints ...... 47 Roads Fuel ...... 170 Heated Front ...... 51 Driving, Wet ...... 139 Recommended Fluids and Lumbar Adjustment, Front ...... 49 Roadside Assistance Lubricants ...... 263 Power Adjustment, Front ...... 48 Program ...... 273 Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Index 303 Seats (cont'd) Shifting (cont'd) Storage Areas (cont'd) Rear ...... 52 Out of Park ...... 150 Instrument Panel ...... 92 Reclining Seatbacks ...... 49 Side Turn Signal Lamps ...... 200 Storage Compartments ...... 92 Securing Child Restraints . . . . 86, 89 Sidemarker Lamps ...... 199 Struts Security Signals, Turn and Gas ...... 195 Light ...... 110 Lane-Change ...... 124 Stuck Vehicle ...... 142 OnStar ...... 285 Spare Tire Sun Visors ...... 37 Vehicle ...... 31 Compact ...... 237 Symbols ...... 3 Vehicle Alarm ...... 31 Special Application Services . . . . 260 System Service ...... 134 Specifications and Forward Collision Accessories and Capacities ...... 267 Alert (FCA) ...... 167 Modifications ...... 177 Speedometer ...... 101 Infotainment ...... 129, 282 Doing Your Own Work ...... 177 StabiliTrak Systems Maintenance Records ...... 265 OFF Light ...... 108 Driver Assistance ...... 163 Maintenance, General Start Assist, Hill ...... 158 T Information ...... 253 Start Vehicle, Remote ...... 26 Tachometer ...... 101 Parts Identification Label . . . . . 266 Starter Switch Check ...... 193 Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . 272 Scheduling Appointments . . . . . 275 Starting the Engine ...... 148 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...... 32 Service Electric Parking Steering ...... 137 Immobilizer ...... 32 Brake Light ...... 107 Heated Wheel ...... 96 Time ...... 98 Services Power, Warning Lights ...... 108 Tires ...... 211 Special Application ...... 260 Wheel Adjustment ...... 96 All-Season ...... 212 Servicing the Airbag ...... 71 Wheel Controls ...... 96 Buying New Tires ...... 225 Shift Lock Control Function Storage Chains ...... 230 Check, Automatic Rear ...... 92 Changing ...... 232 Transmission ...... 194 Storage Areas Compact Spare ...... 237 Shifting Center Console ...... 94 Designations ...... 215 Into Park ...... 150 Glove Box ...... 92 Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
304 Index Tires (cont'd) Traction Control/Electronic Vehicle (cont'd) Different Size ...... 227 Stability Control ...... 158 Towing ...... 240 If a Tire Goes Flat ...... 230 Transmission Vehicle Ahead Indicator ...... 108 Inspection ...... 223 Automatic ...... 152 Vehicle Care Low Profile ...... 213 Fluid, Automatic ...... 184 Tire Pressure ...... 218 Pressure ...... 218 Transportation Program, Vehicle Data Recording and Pressure Light ...... 109 Courtesy ...... 275 Privacy ...... 281 Pressure Monitor Operation . . 220 Trip Odometer ...... 101 Ventilation, Air ...... 133 Pressure Monitor System . . . . . 219 Trunk ...... 29 Visors ...... 37 Rotation ...... 224 Turn and Lane-Change W Sidewall Labeling ...... 213 Signals ...... 124 Warning Terminology and Definitions . . 216 U Brake System Light ...... 106 Uniform Tire Quality Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . 227 Caution and Danger ...... 2 Grading ...... 227 Using This Manual ...... 2 Lane Departure (LDW) ...... 168 Wheel Alignment and Tire Warning Lights, Gauges, and Balance ...... 229 V Indicators ...... 99 Wheel Replacement ...... 229 Vehicle Warnings When It Is Time for New Alarm System ...... 31 Hazard Flashers ...... 124 Tires ...... 225 Canadian Owners ...... 2 Washer Fluid ...... 190 Winter ...... 212 Control ...... 137 Wheels Top Tier Fuel ...... 170 Identification Number (VIN) . . . 266 Alignment and Tire Balance . . 229 Towing Load Limits ...... 142 Different Size ...... 227 General Information ...... 173 Messages ...... 115 Replacement ...... 229 Recreational Vehicle ...... 242 Personalization ...... 116 When It Is Time for New Vehicle ...... 240 Remote Start ...... 26 Tires ...... 225 Traction Security ...... 31 Where to Put the Restraint ...... 78 Control System (TCS)/ Speed Messages ...... 116 Windows ...... 34 StabiliTrak Light ...... 109 Buick Cascada Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-12461774) - 2019 - CRC - 3/26/18
Index 305 Windows (cont'd) Power ...... 35 Windshield Replacement ...... 195 Wiper/Washer ...... 96 Winter Driving ...... 140 Winter Tires ...... 212 Wiper Blade Replacement ...... 195 19_BUI_Cascada_COV_en_US_84247273A_2018APR03.ai 1 3/26/2018 8:30:22 AM 2019 Cascada
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