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2012 Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-17 eAssist Features ...1-22 Performance and ...Vehicle Messages ...5-33 Vehicle Personalization ...5-40 Universal Remote System ...5-46 Lighting ...6-1 Exterior Lighting ...6-2 Interior Lighting ...6-6 Lighting Features ...6-7 Infotainment System ...7-1 Introduction ...7-2 Radio ...7-17 Audio Players ...7-26 Rear Seat Infotainment ...7-47 Phone ...7-57 Trademarks and License Agreements ...7-81 Climate Controls ...8-1 Climate Control Systems ...8-1 Air Vents ...8-9 ...
2012 Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-17 eAssist Features ...1-22 Performance and ...Vehicle Messages ...5-33 Vehicle Personalization ...5-40 Universal Remote System ...5-46 Lighting ...6-1 Exterior Lighting ...6-2 Interior Lighting ...6-6 Lighting Features ...6-7 Infotainment System ...7-1 Introduction ...7-2 Radio ...7-17 Audio Players ...7-26 Rear Seat Infotainment ...7-47 Phone ...7-57 Trademarks and License Agreements ...7-81 Climate Controls ...8-1 Climate Control Systems ...8-1 Air Vents ...8-9 ...
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... Brief 1-1 In Brief Instrument Panel Instrument Panel ...1-2 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...1-13 Climate Controls ...1-14 Transmission ...1-16 Regenerative Braking ...1-24 Battery ...1-24 Service ...1-25 Vehicle Features Radio(s) ...Satellite Radio ...Portable Audio Devices ...Bluetooth® ...Steering Wheel Controls ...Cruise Control ...Navigation System ...Driver Information Center (DIC) ...Vehicle Personalization ...Ultrasonic Parking Assist ...Power Outlets ...Universal...
... Brief 1-1 In Brief Instrument Panel Instrument Panel ...1-2 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...1-13 Climate Controls ...1-14 Transmission ...1-16 Regenerative Braking ...1-24 Battery ...1-24 Service ...1-25 Vehicle Features Radio(s) ...Satellite Radio ...Portable Audio Devices ...Bluetooth® ...Steering Wheel Controls ...Cruise Control ...Navigation System ...Driver Information Center (DIC) ...Vehicle Personalization ...Ultrasonic Parking Assist ...Power Outlets ...Universal...
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...Storing a Station as a Favorite" in any time or press SELECT after adjusting the minutes. Menu Knob: Turn to show available information about these and other radio features. Setting the 12/24 Hour Format 1. Up to six stations can be stored in the list, press the corresponding numeric button 1 to 6 until...each favorite page and the number of available favorite pages can be stored in the favorite lists in AM-FM Radio (Radio with CD/DVD/MEM) on page 7‑17 or AM-FM Radio (Radio with CD and Touchscreen) on page 7‑19 g: l: Press to seek the previous station or track. In...
...Storing a Station as a Favorite" in any time or press SELECT after adjusting the minutes. Menu Knob: Turn to show available information about these and other radio features. Setting the 12/24 Hour Format 1. Up to six stations can be stored in the list, press the corresponding numeric button 1 to 6 until...each favorite page and the number of available favorite pages can be stored in the favorite lists in AM-FM Radio (Radio with CD/DVD/MEM) on page 7‑17 or AM-FM Radio (Radio with CD and Touchscreen) on page 7‑19 g: l: Press to seek the previous station or track. In...
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... on page 7‑64 or Bluetooth (UHP Mexico Only) on the audio system. For more information, see Satellite Radio on page 7‑44. XM Satellite Radio Service XM is required to make and receive hands-free calls using the vehicle audio system, microphone, and controls. ... information refer to coast, and in the center console. 1-18 In Brief Satellite Radio Vehicles with an XM™ satellite radio tuner and a valid XM satellite radio subscription can be used in the vehicle. XM satellite radio has a wide variety of programming and commercial-free music, coast to : . ...
... on page 7‑64 or Bluetooth (UHP Mexico Only) on the audio system. For more information, see Satellite Radio on page 7‑44. XM Satellite Radio Service XM is required to make and receive hands-free calls using the vehicle audio system, microphone, and controls. ... information refer to coast, and in the center console. 1-18 In Brief Satellite Radio Vehicles with an XM™ satellite radio tuner and a valid XM satellite radio subscription can be used in the vehicle. XM satellite radio has a wide variety of programming and commercial-free music, coast to : . ...
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..., CD, or MP3 track. Turn _ or ^ to disengage cruise control without erasing the set speed from memory. Press again to select a radio band or audio source. Cruise Control For vehicles with the available Bluetooth, OnStar, or navigation system. + x −: Press + to increase or... call. _ SRC ^ : Turn _ or ^ to turn the cruise control system on . In Brief 1-19 Steering Wheel Controls $ / i : Press to change between radio and CD or DVD. b/g: Press SRC to silence the vehicle speakers only. Press to interact with audio steering wheel controls, some audio controls can be...
..., CD, or MP3 track. Turn _ or ^ to disengage cruise control without erasing the set speed from memory. Press again to select a radio band or audio source. Cruise Control For vehicles with the available Bluetooth, OnStar, or navigation system. + x −: Press + to increase or... call. _ SRC ^ : Turn _ or ^ to turn the cruise control system on . In Brief 1-19 Steering Wheel Controls $ / i : Press to change between radio and CD or DVD. b/g: Press SRC to silence the vehicle speakers only. Press to interact with audio steering wheel controls, some audio controls can be...
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...-turn signal lever. MENU: Press to a previously set or clear the menu item when it is a separate navigation system manual that includes information on the radio, audio players, and navigation system. w x: Use the thumbwheel to or exit the last screen displayed on page 9‑40. to set a speed and activate cruise...
...-turn signal lever. MENU: Press to a previously set or clear the menu item when it is a separate navigation system manual that includes information on the radio, audio players, and navigation system. w x: Use the thumbwheel to or exit the last screen displayed on page 9‑40. to set a speed and activate cruise...
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... of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS-GEN/210/220/310. Check the location. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System See Radio Frequency Statement on page 14‑1. . 2-3 If the transmitter is still not working correctly, see Roadside Assistance Program (U.S. If there is needed. On vehicles with...
... of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS-GEN/210/220/310. Check the location. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System See Radio Frequency Statement on page 14‑1. . 2-3 If the transmitter is still not working correctly, see Roadside Assistance Program (U.S. If there is needed. On vehicles with...
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... System To disarm the system, do one of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS-GEN/210/220/310. Immobilizer See Radio Frequency Statement on , try again. The system does not have to be undamaged or the light continues to be manually armed or disarmed. If the...
... System To disarm the system, do one of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS-GEN/210/220/310. Immobilizer See Radio Frequency Statement on , try again. The system does not have to be undamaged or the light continues to be manually armed or disarmed. If the...
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... area. Some vehicles might also have input jacks for auxiliary audio devices. See Auxiliary Devices (Radio with CD) on page 7‑38 or Auxiliary Devices (Radio with CD/ DVD and MEM) on page 7‑41 or Auxiliary Devices (Radio with CD and Touchscreen) on page 5‑6. To access the main storage area, adjust...
... area. Some vehicles might also have input jacks for auxiliary audio devices. See Auxiliary Devices (Radio with CD) on page 7‑38 or Auxiliary Devices (Radio with CD/ DVD and MEM) on page 7‑41 or Auxiliary Devices (Radio with CD and Touchscreen) on page 5‑6. To access the main storage area, adjust...
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... Controls Steering Wheel Adjustment ...5-2 Steering Wheel Controls ...5-2 Heated Steering Wheel ...5-3 Horn ...5-3 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...5-3 Compass ...5-4 Clock (With Date Display) ...5-5 Clock (Without Date Display) ...5-6 Clock (Color Radio) ...5-6 Power Outlets ...5-6 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators ...5-8 Instrument Cluster ...5-9 Speedometer ...5-11 Odometer ...5-11 Tachometer ...5-11 Fuel Gauge ...5-11 Driver Efficiency...
... Controls Steering Wheel Adjustment ...5-2 Steering Wheel Controls ...5-2 Heated Steering Wheel ...5-3 Horn ...5-3 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...5-3 Compass ...5-4 Clock (With Date Display) ...5-5 Clock (Without Date Display) ...5-6 Clock (Color Radio) ...5-6 Power Outlets ...5-6 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators ...5-8 Instrument Cluster ...5-9 Speedometer ...5-11 Odometer ...5-11 Tachometer ...5-11 Fuel Gauge ...5-11 Driver Efficiency...
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... wheel on or off. Press − to decrease the volume. ( : Press to turn the sound on. Press _ or ^ to select the next or previous favorite radio station, CD, or MP3 track. + x − (Volume): Press + to start heating. Horn Press a The windshield wiper lever is located on the climate control system. With...
... wheel on or off. Press − to decrease the volume. ( : Press to turn the sound on. Press _ or ^ to select the next or previous favorite radio station, CD, or MP3 track. + x − (Volume): Press + to start heating. Horn Press a The windshield wiper lever is located on the climate control system. With...
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... format. Press the CONFIG button and select Time and Date Settings, or press H. 2. Instruments and Controls See Backglass Antenna on page 7‑25 and Satellite Radio Antenna on page 7‑26 for a certain number of miles or degrees of the vehicle's antennas. The compass system is restored and provide a heading again...
... format. Press the CONFIG button and select Time and Date Settings, or press H. 2. Instruments and Controls See Backglass Antenna on page 7‑25 and Satellite Radio Antenna on page 7‑26 for a certain number of miles or degrees of the vehicle's antennas. The compass system is restored and provide a heading again...
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... 24 HR screen button for standard time; Display: Press Display to decrease or increase the Hours and Minutes displayed on page 9‑25. Clock (Color Radio) The clock is in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 player. To set the time: 1. Press + or − to turn the display of...
... 24 HR screen button for standard time; Display: Press Display to decrease or increase the Hours and Minutes displayed on page 9‑25. Clock (Color Radio) The clock is in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 player. To set the time: 1. Press + or − to turn the display of...
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If a short distance must be sure to turn off when the engine is not running, as the radio and air conditioner. Being aware of the vehicle to the vehicle. This light should come on when the ignition is on, but the engine is ...
If a short distance must be sure to turn off when the engine is not running, as the radio and air conditioner. Being aware of the vehicle to the vehicle. This light should come on when the ignition is on, but the engine is ...
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... of the instrument panel cluster. The vehicle may show warning lights or indicators in the Driver Information Center (DIC) screen. See Vehicle Personalization on the radio. For vehicles with fog lamps, this telltale will be customized through the controls on page 5‑40 for more information. All messages appear in the...
... of the instrument panel cluster. The vehicle may show warning lights or indicators in the Driver Information Center (DIC) screen. See Vehicle Personalization on the radio. For vehicles with fog lamps, this telltale will be customized through the controls on page 5‑40 for more information. All messages appear in the...
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.... This is active. For vehicles with the battery charging system, the DIC will also display turn-by-turn navigation information if the vehicle has a navigation radio. It will display a message 5-29 Head-Up Display (HUD) { WARNING If the HUD image is in your field of the current...
.... This is active. For vehicles with the battery charging system, the DIC will also display turn-by-turn navigation information if the vehicle has a navigation radio. It will display a message 5-29 Head-Up Display (HUD) { WARNING If the HUD image is in your field of the current...
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...HUD is on, the speedometer reading is changed. The images are on the DIC trip computer. See AM-FM Radio (Radio with CD/DVD/ MEM) on page 7‑17 or AM-FM Radio (Radio with these messages are projected through the HUD lens located on the driver side of the vehicle. 5-30 Instruments and...front of the instrument panel. The language selection is changed through the trip computer in one of three languages, English, French, or Spanish. The current radio station or CD track number will display an introductory message for a short period of measurement is changed through the...
...HUD is on, the speedometer reading is changed. The images are on the DIC trip computer. See AM-FM Radio (Radio with CD/DVD/ MEM) on page 7‑17 or AM-FM Radio (Radio with these messages are projected through the HUD lens located on the driver side of the vehicle. 5-30 Instruments and...front of the instrument panel. The language selection is changed through the trip computer in one of three languages, English, French, or Spanish. The current radio station or CD track number will display an introductory message for a short period of measurement is changed through the...
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... the HUD image in Format One without the transmission information, the outside air temperature, and compass heading. « (Up) The HUD control is reduced when radio, CD information, warnings, or turn-by-turn navigation information are properly displayed, do the following settings to adjust the HUD. PAGE: Press to side. Start...
... the HUD image in Format One without the transmission information, the outside air temperature, and compass heading. « (Up) The HUD control is reduced when radio, CD information, warnings, or turn-by-turn navigation information are properly displayed, do the following settings to adjust the HUD. PAGE: Press to side. Start...
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... on the windshield will show the turn-by-turn navigation information and provide details about the next driving maneuver to the HUD by the navigation radio or OnStar service, for outside air temperature and compass heading. This is provided to be adjusted as needed . Polarized sunglasses could leak into the unit...
... on the windshield will show the turn-by-turn navigation information and provide details about the next driving maneuver to the HUD by the navigation radio or OnStar service, for outside air temperature and compass heading. This is provided to be adjusted as needed . Polarized sunglasses could leak into the unit...
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... highlighted. Press SELECT to confirm and go back to confirm the selection. Turn the Menu knob to select Yes or No. Universal Remote System See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13‑20 for information regarding Part 15 of the steps involved, it may be helpful to the default settings. This...
... highlighted. Press SELECT to confirm and go back to confirm the selection. Turn the Menu knob to select Yes or No. Universal Remote System See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13‑20 for information regarding Part 15 of the steps involved, it may be helpful to the default settings. This...
