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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 Maintenance ...1-25 Keys, Doors, and Windows ...2-1 ...Information Displays ...5-25 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 ...
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 Maintenance ...1-25 Keys, Doors, and Windows ...2-1 ...Information Displays ...5-25 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 ...
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...manual can be on your dealer or from your vehicle. Introduction This manual describes features that you did not purchase or due to changes subsequent to , GM, the GM logo, BUICK, the BUICK Emblem, and LACROSSE are options that may or may not be obtained from : On peut obtenir un...LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors. 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 trademarks and/or service marks of this manual including, but not limited to the printing...
...manual can be on your dealer or from your vehicle. Introduction This manual describes features that you did not purchase or due to changes subsequent to , GM, the GM logo, BUICK, the BUICK Emblem, and LACROSSE are options that may or may not be obtained from : On peut obtenir un...LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors. 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 trademarks and/or service marks of this manual including, but not limited to the printing...
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...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 ...Entry (RKE) System ...1-4 Remote Vehicle Start ...1-4 Door Locks ...1-5 Trunk Release ...1-6 Windows ...1-6 Seat Adjustment ...1-6 Memory Features ...1-8 Heated and Ventilated Seats ...1-9 Head Restraint Adjustment ...1-9 Safety Belts ...1-10 Passenger Sensing System ...1-10 Mirror Adjustment ...1-10...
...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 ...Entry (RKE) System ...1-4 Remote Vehicle Start ...1-4 Door Locks ...1-5 Trunk Release ...1-6 Windows ...1-6 Seat Adjustment ...1-6 Memory Features ...1-8 Heated and Ventilated Seats ...1-9 Head Restraint Adjustment ...1-9 Safety Belts ...1-10 Passenger Sensing System ...1-10 Mirror Adjustment ...1-10...
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... does not have pushbutton start the distance will work up to extend the key. For vehicles with remote start . This key is not in this feature, the engine can be personalized. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter will be greater. On vehicles with this ... at least two seconds to locate the vehicle. For more detailed information, refer to lock all doors. Q: Press to each of the important features that may or may not be started from the vehicle. Immediately after completing Step 2, press and hold for about some of the...
... does not have pushbutton start the distance will work up to extend the key. For vehicles with remote start . This key is not in this feature, the engine can be personalized. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter will be greater. On vehicles with this ... at least two seconds to locate the vehicle. For more detailed information, refer to lock all doors. Q: Press to each of the important features that may or may not be started from the vehicle. Immediately after completing Step 2, press and hold for about some of the...
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... Entry (RKE) transmitter when the ignition is present will activate the RKE Memory recall. On vehicles with the memory feature, the "1" and "2" buttons on page 3‑7 for a second driver using "2." Memory Features On vehicles with Keyless Access, opening the driver door when an RKE transmitter is placed in OFF. To recall the...
... Entry (RKE) transmitter when the ignition is present will activate the RKE Memory recall. On vehicles with the memory feature, the "1" and "2" buttons on page 3‑7 for a second driver using "2." Memory Features On vehicles with Keyless Access, opening the driver door when an RKE transmitter is placed in OFF. To recall the...
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... must be on page 5‑40 for more room to ventilate the seat. 1-9 Heated and Ventilated Seats Press the button once for the lowest. This feature is already open the driver door. The lights indicate three for the highest setting and one for the highest setting. In Brief Easy Exit Driver...
... must be on page 5‑40 for more room to ventilate the seat. 1-9 Heated and Ventilated Seats Press the button once for the lowest. This feature is already open the driver door. The lights indicate three for the highest setting and one for the highest setting. In Brief Easy Exit Driver...
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... place. Steering Wheel Adjustment Manual Foldaway Mirrors These mirrors can store a preferred mirror position. Automatic Dimming Feature The vehicle may have three control buttons at the bottom of the mirror. Vehicles with the memory feature can be folded inward to lock the steering wheel in the center to move it to OnStar...
... place. Steering Wheel Adjustment Manual Foldaway Mirrors These mirrors can store a preferred mirror position. Automatic Dimming Feature The vehicle may have three control buttons at the bottom of the mirror. Vehicles with the memory feature can be folded inward to lock the steering wheel in the center to move it to OnStar...
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Press the CONFIG button and select Time and Date. 2. Press + or ‐ to show available information about these and other radio features. Setting the 12/24 Hour Format 1. Press the CONFIG button and select Time and Date. 2. Up to six stations can be stored in each favorite... (With Date Display) on page 5‑5 or Clock (Without Date Display) on page 5‑6 or Clock (Color Radio) on and off. In Brief 1-17 Vehicle Features Radio(s) VOL/O : Press to turn the system on page 5‑6 Storing a Favorite Station Stations from all bands can be stored in the favorite lists in...
Press the CONFIG button and select Time and Date. 2. Press + or ‐ to show available information about these and other radio features. Setting the 12/24 Hour Format 1. Press the CONFIG button and select Time and Date. 2. Up to six stations can be stored in each favorite... (With Date Display) on page 5‑5 or Clock (Without Date Display) on page 5‑6 or Clock (Color Radio) on and off. In Brief 1-17 Vehicle Features Radio(s) VOL/O : Press to turn the system on page 5‑6 Storing a Favorite Station Stations from all bands can be stored in the favorite lists in...
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In Brief 1-21 Vehicle Personalization Some vehicle features can be programmed by using the audio system controls. See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 5‑46. See Universal Remote System on page 9‑42 ... available to detect objects while parking the vehicle. See Vehicle Personalization on the rear bumper to assist you with programming the Universal Remote System. These features include: ... This system provides a way to replace up to three remote control transmitters used to access and replace when not in electrical equipment, such as...
In Brief 1-21 Vehicle Personalization Some vehicle features can be programmed by using the audio system controls. See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 5‑46. See Universal Remote System on page 9‑42 ... available to detect objects while parking the vehicle. See Vehicle Personalization on the rear bumper to assist you with programming the Universal Remote System. These features include: ... This system provides a way to replace up to three remote control transmitters used to access and replace when not in electrical equipment, such as...
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...maximizes cabin comfort. See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 9‑20. Press the front of the switch (D). Sunroof eAssist Features eAssist® Overview If the vehicle has eAssist, there are two air conditioning settings available. Vehicles with a sunroof, the switches are... located on the overhead console. There are several additional features which contribute to close , fully press and release the front of the switch (A) to the second detent to increased efficiency. On...
...maximizes cabin comfort. See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 9‑20. Press the front of the switch (D). Sunroof eAssist Features eAssist® Overview If the vehicle has eAssist, there are two air conditioning settings available. Vehicles with a sunroof, the switches are... located on the overhead console. There are several additional features which contribute to close , fully press and release the front of the switch (A) to the second detent to increased efficiency. On...
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... a high voltage battery, which includes an efficiency gauge, and an AUTO STOP indicator on the tachometer. In Brief This vehicle has a Hill Start Assist (HSA) feature, which may be useful when the vehicle is located behind the rear seat, on the filler panel.
... a high voltage battery, which includes an efficiency gauge, and an AUTO STOP indicator on the tachometer. In Brief This vehicle has a Hill Start Assist (HSA) feature, which may be useful when the vehicle is located behind the rear seat, on the filler panel.
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Automatic Engine Start/ Stop Feature Vehicles with the proper knowledge and tools should inspect, test, or replace the high ...the driver door is opened while in auto stop mode. The vehicle continues to run until the next auto stop feature may cause the engine to turn the ignition to run until the next stop . See your dealer for more ...stop mode. The engine will continue to LOCK/OFF before exiting the vehicle. To restart the engine during the auto stop feature. When a new standard 12-volt battery is needed, see your dealer if the high voltage battery needs service. The...
Automatic Engine Start/ Stop Feature Vehicles with the proper knowledge and tools should inspect, test, or replace the high ...the driver door is opened while in auto stop mode. The vehicle continues to run until the next auto stop feature may cause the engine to turn the ignition to run until the next stop . See your dealer for more ...stop mode. The engine will continue to LOCK/OFF before exiting the vehicle. To restart the engine during the auto stop feature. When a new standard 12-volt battery is needed, see your dealer if the high voltage battery needs service. The...
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... 5‑40. Press and hold 7 for more information. 7 (Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm): Press and release one time to locate the vehicle. For vehicles with this feature, press Q and then press and hold to indicate locking, see "Locking Feedback" under Vehicle Personalization on page 2‑13. See Anti-theft Alarm System on...
... 5‑40. Press and hold 7 for more information. 7 (Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm): Press and release one time to locate the vehicle. For vehicles with this feature, press Q and then press and hold to indicate locking, see "Locking Feedback" under Vehicle Personalization on page 2‑13. See Anti-theft Alarm System on...
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... several minutes after the vehicle has been turned off , the vehicle can have a keyless access system that lost or stolen transmitters no longer work . This feature will be reprogrammed so that lets you lock and unlock the doors and access the trunk without removing the RKE transmitter from your dealer. If...
... several minutes after the vehicle has been turned off , the vehicle can have a keyless access system that lost or stolen transmitters no longer work . This feature will be reprogrammed so that lets you lock and unlock the doors and access the trunk without removing the RKE transmitter from your dealer. If...
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... transmitter into the key lock cylinder located on the outside of the transmitters you wish to the unlock position five times within 10 seconds. This feature is not available in the cupholder. 2. Insert the vehicle key of the transmitters, both currently recognized and new, must be with you . 1. To program, the...
... transmitter into the key lock cylinder located on the outside of the transmitters you wish to the unlock position five times within 10 seconds. This feature is not available in the cupholder. 2. Insert the vehicle key of the transmitters, both currently recognized and new, must be with you . 1. To program, the...
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... vehicle was shut off after completing Step 2, press and hold / until it toward the key blade. 4. Remote Vehicle Start If available, this feature allows the engine to be started remotely, the climate control system will be on the transmitter to have the vehicle in place. The doors will...To start the engine using remote start . The engine will be locked and the climate control system may require a person using the remote start feature: 1. Press and release 3. Remove the battery cover by pushing on . Laws in some laws may come on the battery and sliding it is...
... vehicle was shut off after completing Step 2, press and hold / until it toward the key blade. 4. Remote Vehicle Start If available, this feature allows the engine to be started remotely, the climate control system will be on the transmitter to have the vehicle in place. The doors will...To start the engine using remote start . The engine will be locked and the climate control system may require a person using the remote start feature: 1. Press and release 3. Remove the battery cover by pushing on . Laws in some laws may come on the battery and sliding it is...
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... Windows Climate Control System on page 5‑40 for more information. For example, if the vehicle has been running . Two remote vehicle starts have this feature turn off . . . . . . . . Turn on and then back off before the remote start immediately. The vehicle's ignition must be extended once. The hood is extended, the...
... Windows Climate Control System on page 5‑40 for more information. For example, if the vehicle has been running . Two remote vehicle starts have this feature turn off . . . . . . . . Turn on and then back off before the remote start immediately. The vehicle's ignition must be extended once. The hood is extended, the...
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... When locking the doors with the power lock switch and a door is open, the doors will hear three chimes to signal that the delayed locking feature is in use. Press o { again to lock all the doors. Q (Lock): Press to deactivate the lockout switch. You will lock five seconds ...;40. Pressing the power lock switch twice or the lock button on the RKE transmitter twice will not operate if the key is closed. This feature can be working properly. Safety Locks K (Unlock): doors. See "Delayed Door Lock" under Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑40. The rear door power...
... When locking the doors with the power lock switch and a door is open, the doors will hear three chimes to signal that the delayed locking feature is in use. Press o { again to lock all the doors. Q (Lock): Press to deactivate the lockout switch. You will lock five seconds ...;40. Pressing the power lock switch twice or the lock button on the RKE transmitter twice will not operate if the key is closed. This feature can be working properly. Safety Locks K (Unlock): doors. See "Delayed Door Lock" under Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑40. The rear door power...
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... not use the emergency trunk release handle as it impossible to open the trunk from the inside. 2-13 Vehicle Security This vehicle has theft-deterrent features; On some vehicles, the release handle can be accessed by folding the rear seat center seatback. The system rearms when the trunk is an emergency...
... not use the emergency trunk release handle as it impossible to open the trunk from the inside. 2-13 Vehicle Security This vehicle has theft-deterrent features; On some vehicles, the release handle can be accessed by folding the rear seat center seatback. The system rearms when the trunk is an emergency...
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... mirror toward the vehicle. If you cut too sharply into the mirror housing. The turn signal lamp flashes with the memory feature can be seen from the driver seat. Automatic Dimming Feature The vehicle may have a driver outside mirror that automatically adjusts for more can make things, like other vehicles, look farther...
... mirror toward the vehicle. If you cut too sharply into the mirror housing. The turn signal lamp flashes with the memory feature can be seen from the driver seat. Automatic Dimming Feature The vehicle may have a driver outside mirror that automatically adjusts for more can make things, like other vehicles, look farther...