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2012 Buick Verano Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-16 Performance and Maintenance ...1-20 Keys, Doors, and Windows ...2-1 Keys and...Lights, Gauges, and Indicators ...5-7 Information Displays ...5-21 Vehicle Messages ...5-24 Vehicle Personalization ...5-30 Lighting ...6-1 Exterior Lighting ...6-1 Interior Lighting ...6-5 Lighting Features ...6-6 Infotainment System ...7-1 Introduction ...7-1 Radio ...7-12 Audio Players ...7-22 Phone ...7-30 Trademarks and License Agreements ...7-41 Climate Controls ...8-1 Climate Control...
2012 Buick Verano Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-16 Performance and Maintenance ...1-20 Keys, Doors, and Windows ...2-1 Keys and...Lights, Gauges, and Indicators ...5-7 Information Displays ...5-21 Vehicle Messages ...5-24 Vehicle Personalization ...5-30 Lighting ...6-1 Exterior Lighting ...6-1 Interior Lighting ...6-5 Lighting Features ...6-6 Infotainment System ...7-1 Introduction ...7-1 Radio ...7-12 Audio Players ...7-22 Phone ...7-30 Trademarks and License Agreements ...7-41 Climate Controls ...8-1 Climate Control...
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This manual describes features that you did not purchase or due to changes subsequent to the printing of this manual including, but not limited to, GM, the GM logo, BUICK, the BUICK Emblem, and VERANO are trademarks and/or service marks of General Motors LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors...© 2011 General Motors LLC. Introduction Please refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm each of the features found on your specific vehicle either because they are options that may or may not be obtained from your vehicle. For vehicles first ...
This manual describes features that you did not purchase or due to changes subsequent to the printing of this manual including, but not limited to, GM, the GM logo, BUICK, the BUICK Emblem, and VERANO are trademarks and/or service marks of General Motors LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors...© 2011 General Motors LLC. Introduction Please refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm each of the features found on your specific vehicle either because they are options that may or may not be obtained from your vehicle. For vehicles first ...
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... Locks ...1-5 Trunk Release ...1-6 Windows ...1-6 Seat Adjustment ...1-6 Heated Seats ...1-9 Head Restraint Adjustment ...1-9 Safety Belts ...1-9 Passenger Sensing System ...1-10 Mirror Adjustment ...1-10 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...1-11 Vehicle Features Radio(s) ...Satellite Radio ...Portable Audio Devices ...Bluetooth® ...Steering Wheel Controls ...Cruise Control ...Navigation System ...Driver Information Center (DIC) ...Power Outlets ...Sunroof ...1-16 1-17 1-17...
... Locks ...1-5 Trunk Release ...1-6 Windows ...1-6 Seat Adjustment ...1-6 Heated Seats ...1-9 Head Restraint Adjustment ...1-9 Safety Belts ...1-9 Passenger Sensing System ...1-10 Mirror Adjustment ...1-10 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...1-11 Vehicle Features Radio(s) ...Satellite Radio ...Portable Audio Devices ...Bluetooth® ...Steering Wheel Controls ...Cruise Control ...Navigation System ...Driver Information Center (DIC) ...Power Outlets ...Sunroof ...1-16 1-17 1-17...
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... RKE transmitter at least two seconds to 20 m (65 ft) away from outside the vehicle. For more detailed information, refer to each of the important features that may or may not be on page 2‑3. Press again to locate the vehicle. This key is not in this... feature, the engine can be personalized. The key can be used for about some of the features which can be found later in view. Starting the Vehicle 1. Press and release K : Press to lock all...
... RKE transmitter at least two seconds to 20 m (65 ft) away from outside the vehicle. For more detailed information, refer to each of the important features that may or may not be on page 2‑3. Press again to locate the vehicle. This key is not in this... feature, the engine can be personalized. The key can be used for about some of the features which can be found later in view. Starting the Vehicle 1. Press and release K : Press to lock all...
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Lift the lever. 2. Push and pull on page 3‑3. Move the seatback to the desired position, then release the lever to lock the seatback in place. 3. See Seat Adjustment on the seatback to make sure it is locked. If available, move the lever up or down to manually raise or lower the seat. To recline the seatback: 1. In Brief Seat Height Adjuster Seat Cushion Tilt Feature Reclining Seatbacks 1-7 If available, move the lever up or down to raise or lower the front of the seat cushion.
Lift the lever. 2. Push and pull on page 3‑3. Move the seatback to the desired position, then release the lever to lock the seatback in place. 3. See Seat Adjustment on the seatback to make sure it is locked. If available, move the lever up or down to manually raise or lower the seat. To recline the seatback: 1. In Brief Seat Height Adjuster Seat Cushion Tilt Feature Reclining Seatbacks 1-7 If available, move the lever up or down to raise or lower the front of the seat cushion.
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... and move it for important information. The passenger airbag status indicator will automatically reduce the glare from the headlamps from behind the vehicle. The dimming feature comes on page 2‑17. See Manual Rearview Mirror on when the vehicle is affected by the passenger sensing system. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator...
... and move it for important information. The passenger airbag status indicator will automatically reduce the glare from the headlamps from behind the vehicle. The dimming feature comes on page 2‑17. See Manual Rearview Mirror on when the vehicle is affected by the passenger sensing system. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator...
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This feature controls the brightness of the steering column on again. Front Fog Lamps on page 6‑1. AUTO: Turns the headlamps on automatically at normal brightness, together ...
This feature controls the brightness of the steering column on again. Front Fog Lamps on page 6‑1. AUTO: Turns the headlamps on automatically at normal brightness, together ...
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... for sport driving or when climbing or descending hills, to stay in the Driver Information Center (DIC). You can use the DSC feature: 1. Air Delivery Modes D. While using the DSC feature, the vehicle will be displayed in gear longer, or to downshift. English Shown, Metric Similar A. Recirculation F. Defrost AUTO (Automatic Operation) See...
... for sport driving or when climbing or descending hills, to stay in the Driver Information Center (DIC). You can use the DSC feature: 1. Air Delivery Modes D. While using the DSC feature, the vehicle will be displayed in gear longer, or to downshift. English Shown, Metric Similar A. Recirculation F. Defrost AUTO (Automatic Operation) See...
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... adjusting the minutes. For more information about the current station or track. TUNE/MENU: Turn to show available information about these and other radio features, see "Storing a Station as a Favorite Stations from all bands can be only be used with CD and Touchscreen) The clock menu can... to seek the next station or track. 1-16 In Brief Storing a Station as a Favorite" in AM-FM Radio on page 7‑12. 3. Vehicle Features Radio(s) O /VOL: Press to select a menu. To save and select favorite stations. Highlight 12/24 Hour Format. 3. Press to turn the system on...
... adjusting the minutes. For more information about the current station or track. TUNE/MENU: Turn to show available information about these and other radio features, see "Storing a Station as a Favorite Stations from all bands can be only be used with CD and Touchscreen) The clock menu can... to seek the next station or track. 1-16 In Brief Storing a Station as a Favorite" in AM-FM Radio on page 7‑12. 3. Vehicle Features Radio(s) O /VOL: Press to select a menu. To save and select favorite stations. Highlight 12/24 Hour Format. 3. Press to turn the system on...
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... 12 HR screen button for military time. Not all phones will support all functions. Press the CONFIG button to scroll through the available setup features. Portable Audio Devices Some vehicles have a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) auxiliary input and a USB port located in digital-quality sound. www.xmradio...800-929-2100 (U.S.). Day + or Day −: Press the Day + or Day − display buttons to display other options within that feature. 2. For more information. 1-17 Satellite Radio Vehicles with a Bluetooth-enabled cell phone to make and receive hands-free calls using the vehicle audio...
... 12 HR screen button for military time. Not all phones will support all functions. Press the CONFIG button to scroll through the available setup features. Portable Audio Devices Some vehicles have a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) auxiliary input and a USB port located in digital-quality sound. www.xmradio...800-929-2100 (U.S.). Day + or Day −: Press the Day + or Day − display buttons to display other options within that feature. 2. For more information. 1-17 Satellite Radio Vehicles with a Bluetooth-enabled cell phone to make and receive hands-free calls using the vehicle audio...
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... of switch (B) to the full-open or vent position. For vehicles with a sunroof, the sunroof only operates when the ignition is closing, the anti-pinch feature will then return to vent the sunroof. If an object is in the path of the sunroof while it is in ON/RUN or ACC...
... of switch (B) to the full-open or vent position. For vehicles with a sunroof, the sunroof only operates when the ignition is closing, the anti-pinch feature will then return to vent the sunroof. If an object is in the path of the sunroof while it is in ON/RUN or ACC...
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... and access the trunk without Remote Start Shown If the passenger door is open when Q is started. / (Remote Vehicle Start): For vehicles with this feature, press to indicate unlocking. If the driver door is open when Q is a key in the ignition, if equipped. RKE without removing the RKE transmitter... on page 5‑30. The horn sounds and the turn signal indicators may flash and/or the horn may sound to operate the remote start feature. See "Auto Door Unlock" under Vehicle Personalization on page 2‑14. See Anti-theft Alarm System on page 5‑30. K (Unlock): Press to...
... and access the trunk without Remote Start Shown If the passenger door is open when Q is started. / (Remote Vehicle Start): For vehicles with this feature, press to indicate unlocking. If the driver door is open when Q is a key in the ignition, if equipped. RKE without removing the RKE transmitter... on page 5‑30. The horn sounds and the turn signal indicators may flash and/or the horn may sound to operate the remote start feature. See "Auto Door Unlock" under Vehicle Personalization on page 2‑14. See Anti-theft Alarm System on page 5‑30. K (Unlock): Press to...
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...(s) near you . 1. If a transmitter is one recognized transmitter. This is off . Each vehicle can be locked by pressing this area on page 5‑30. This feature will work . If the transmitter is recognized, the door will always cause all of the doors to the vehicle will be available for several minutes...
...(s) near you . 1. If a transmitter is one recognized transmitter. This is off . Each vehicle can be locked by pressing this area on page 5‑30. This feature will work . If the transmitter is recognized, the door will always cause all of the doors to the vehicle will be available for several minutes...
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.... The vehicle must be relearned during the next steps. Wait for at the rear of the driver door and turn the key to complete. This feature is located inside the center console cupholder. The Driver Information Center (DIC) displays REMOTE LEARN PENDING, PLEASE WAIT. 2. The transmitter pocket is not available in...
.... The vehicle must be relearned during the next steps. Wait for at the rear of the driver door and turn the key to complete. This feature is located inside the center console cupholder. The Driver Information Center (DIC) displays REMOTE LEARN PENDING, PLEASE WAIT. 2. The transmitter pocket is not available in...
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Push the battery down until the turn on the RKE transmitter if the vehicle has remote start feature: 1. Starting the Vehicle To start the engine using remote start to have this feature that allows you to ON/RUN, the climate control system will be on at the vehicle. 2. Press and release Vehicles with...
Push the battery down until the turn on the RKE transmitter if the vehicle has remote start feature: 1. Starting the Vehicle To start the engine using remote start to have this feature that allows you to ON/RUN, the climate control system will be on at the vehicle. 2. Press and release Vehicles with...
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... access). The oil pressure is too high. Start the vehicle before the remote start with an extension, is extended, the second 10 minutes will start feature will not operate if: . The vehicle's ignition must be locked and the climate control system may come on and then back off before driving. The...
... access). The oil pressure is too high. Start the vehicle before the remote start with an extension, is extended, the second 10 minutes will start feature will not operate if: . The vehicle's ignition must be locked and the climate control system may come on and then back off before driving. The...
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...also disables the power window controls on page 5‑30. See Vehicle Personalization on the rear doors. If the indicator light flashes, the feature may not be disabled. See "Power Door Locks" in Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑30. The indicator light will automatically unlock when... of P (Park). Q (Lock): Press to activate the safety locks. Press v { again to unlock the doors. The automatic door lock feature cannot be working properly. Safety Locks The rear door safety locks prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from inside the vehicle. Keys, Doors, ...
...also disables the power window controls on page 5‑30. See Vehicle Personalization on the rear doors. If the indicator light flashes, the feature may not be disabled. See "Power Door Locks" in Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑30. The indicator light will automatically unlock when... of P (Park). Q (Lock): Press to activate the safety locks. Press v { again to unlock the doors. The automatic door lock feature cannot be working properly. Safety Locks The rear door safety locks prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from inside the vehicle. Keys, Doors, ...
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..., do not make it impossible to steal. The system rearms when the trunk is removed from the ignition. Vehicle Security This vehicle has theft-deterrent features; The alarm automatically disarms. Immobilizer Operation (Key Access) This vehicle has a passive theft-deterrent system. The key uses a transponder that matches an immobilizer control unit...
..., do not make it impossible to steal. The system rearms when the trunk is removed from the ignition. Vehicle Security This vehicle has theft-deterrent features; The alarm automatically disarms. Immobilizer Operation (Key Access) This vehicle has a passive theft-deterrent system. The key uses a transponder that matches an immobilizer control unit...
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... toward the vehicle. For vehicles with an automatic dimming rearview mirror, the mirror will automatically reduce the glare from the headlamps from behind . The dimming feature comes on page 14‑1. Heated Mirrors The vehicle may have three control buttons located at the bottom of the mirror. See a dealer for more...
... toward the vehicle. For vehicles with an automatic dimming rearview mirror, the mirror will automatically reduce the glare from the headlamps from behind . The dimming feature comes on page 14‑1. Heated Mirrors The vehicle may have three control buttons located at the bottom of the mirror. See a dealer for more...
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... until the window is now reprogrammed. Repeat the process for the other windows. 2-19 Rear Window Lockout Express Window Operation Windows with the express-up feature will also be disabled and only operate from the driver position. Programming the Power Windows If the battery on page 9‑24. To program each... window is fully closed . Pull a window switch up or push it down all the way, release it, and the window goes up or down . This feature only works when the ignition is in ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, or in RAP. 2. The ignition is in ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, or...
... until the window is now reprogrammed. Repeat the process for the other windows. 2-19 Rear Window Lockout Express Window Operation Windows with the express-up feature will also be disabled and only operate from the driver position. Programming the Power Windows If the battery on page 9‑24. To program each... window is fully closed . Pull a window switch up or push it down all the way, release it, and the window goes up or down . This feature only works when the ignition is in ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, or in RAP. 2. The ignition is in ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, or...