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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 Keys and Locks ...2-2 Doors ...2-12 Vehicle Security...2-13 Exterior Mirrors ...2-16 Interior Mirrors ...2-17 Windows ...2-...
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 Keys and Locks ...2-2 Doors ...2-12 Vehicle Security...2-13 Exterior Mirrors ...2-16 Interior Mirrors ...2-17 Windows ...2-...
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... Ventilated Seats ...1-9 Head Restraint Adjustment ...1-9 Safety Belts ...1-10 Passenger Sensing System ...1-10 Mirror Adjustment ...1-10 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...1-11 Interior Lighting ...1-12 Exterior Lighting ...1-12 eAssist Features eAssist® Overview ...1-22 High Voltage Safety Information ...1-23 Driver Efficiency Gauge ...1-23 Automatic Engine Start/Stop Feature ...1-24
... Ventilated Seats ...1-9 Head Restraint Adjustment ...1-9 Safety Belts ...1-10 Passenger Sensing System ...1-10 Mirror Adjustment ...1-10 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...1-11 Interior Lighting ...1-12 Exterior Lighting ...1-12 eAssist Features eAssist® Overview ...1-22 High Voltage Safety Information ...1-23 Driver Efficiency Gauge ...1-23 Automatic Engine Start/Stop Feature ...1-24
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Air Delivery Mode Control F. AUTO (Automatic Operation) I. J. In Brief 1-15 Dual Automatic Climate Control System for Non‐eAssist Vehicles A. Driver Temperature Control C. Recirculation/Automatic Recirculation G. L. Air Conditioning Fan Control E. Passenger Temperature Control H. Rear Window Defogger Heated Steering Wheel ZONE K. Power B. Defrost D.
Air Delivery Mode Control F. AUTO (Automatic Operation) I. J. In Brief 1-15 Dual Automatic Climate Control System for Non‐eAssist Vehicles A. Driver Temperature Control C. Recirculation/Automatic Recirculation G. L. Air Conditioning Fan Control E. Passenger Temperature Control H. Rear Window Defogger Heated Steering Wheel ZONE K. Power B. Defrost D.
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... System on page 8‑1 (If Equipped) or Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 9‑31. Passenger Temperature Control Dual Automatic Climate Control System for eAssist Vehicles A. Driver Temperature Control C. L. DSC can be enabled through the shift lever. Defrost D. G. See Manual Mode on page 8‑4 (If Equipped). J. Recirculation/Automatic Recirculation H. Fan...
... System on page 8‑1 (If Equipped) or Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 9‑31. Passenger Temperature Control Dual Automatic Climate Control System for eAssist Vehicles A. Driver Temperature Control C. L. DSC can be enabled through the shift lever. Defrost D. G. See Manual Mode on page 8‑4 (If Equipped). J. Recirculation/Automatic Recirculation H. Fan...
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..., or in Retained Accessory Power (RAP). See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 2‑21. The sunshade opens automatically with eAssist have an automatic engine start/stop the sunshade partway, press the switch a second time. To express-close , fully press and release...the switch (B) to the first detent to close the sunroof. Press the front of the switch (A). Sunroof eAssist Features eAssist® Overview If the vehicle has eAssist, there are several additional features which contribute to operate normally. The comfort setting maximizes cabin comfort. The eco ...
..., or in Retained Accessory Power (RAP). See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 2‑21. The sunshade opens automatically with eAssist have an automatic engine start/stop the sunshade partway, press the switch a second time. To express-close , fully press and release...the switch (B) to the first detent to close the sunroof. Press the front of the switch (A). Sunroof eAssist Features eAssist® Overview If the vehicle has eAssist, there are several additional features which contribute to operate normally. The comfort setting maximizes cabin comfort. The eco ...
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...Brief This vehicle has a Hill Start Assist (HSA) feature, which may be useful when the vehicle is stopped on page 5‑9. Vehicles with eAssist have a standard 12-volt battery and a high voltage battery. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 10‑25. In emergency situations, ...and an AUTO STOP indicator on the filler panel. There is located behind the rear seat, on the tachometer. High Voltage Safety Information eAssist vehicles have a slightly different instrument cluster, which is cooled with the proper knowledge and tools should inspect, test, or replace the high...
...Brief This vehicle has a Hill Start Assist (HSA) feature, which may be useful when the vehicle is stopped on page 5‑9. Vehicles with eAssist have a standard 12-volt battery and a high voltage battery. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 10‑25. In emergency situations, ...and an AUTO STOP indicator on the filler panel. There is located behind the rear seat, on the tachometer. High Voltage Safety Information eAssist vehicles have a slightly different instrument cluster, which is cooled with the proper knowledge and tools should inspect, test, or replace the high...
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... stop . See Battery on page 9‑20. See your dealer for more brake pedal is applied. The engine starts immediately. Only a trained service technician with eAssist have a standard 12-volt battery and a high voltage battery. See Starting the Engine on page 10‑25. Battery... eAssist vehicles have an automatic engine start/stop mode. The system works whenever the accelerator pedal is released, and increases the energy captured as more information....
... stop . See Battery on page 9‑20. See your dealer for more brake pedal is applied. The engine starts immediately. Only a trained service technician with eAssist have a standard 12-volt battery and a high voltage battery. See Starting the Engine on page 10‑25. Battery... eAssist vehicles have an automatic engine start/stop mode. The system works whenever the accelerator pedal is released, and increases the energy captured as more information....
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... is started . . See Ride Control System Messages on page 10‑4. Service and repair of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. The system turns on eAssist components.
... is started . . See Ride Control System Messages on page 10‑4. Service and repair of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. The system turns on eAssist components.
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... made as soon as possible. If there are working . The vehicle may not work properly. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3‑23. Vehicles with eAssist have the airbag covering and/or airbag module replaced. When this occurs, the high voltage battery is disconnected and the vehicle is depleted, the vehicle...
... made as soon as possible. If there are working . The vehicle may not work properly. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3‑23. Vehicles with eAssist have the airbag covering and/or airbag module replaced. When this occurs, the high voltage battery is disconnected and the vehicle is depleted, the vehicle...
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... speedometer shows the vehicle's speed in either kilometers or miles. If this is not possible, it is set to show the old mileage reading. For eAssist vehicles, when the ignition is shutting off but the vehicle is determining the most fuel efficient operating range. The tachometer may be felt when the...
... speedometer shows the vehicle's speed in either kilometers or miles. If this is not possible, it is set to show the old mileage reading. For eAssist vehicles, when the ignition is shutting off but the vehicle is determining the most fuel efficient operating range. The tachometer may be felt when the...
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... fuel light comes on driver input. For example, the gauge indicated the tank was half full, but the fuel tank should be filled soon. . . For eAssist vehicles, this gauge assists in driving efficiently and will move further from the center. . Driver Efficiency Gauge At the service station, the fuel pump shuts...
... fuel light comes on driver input. For example, the gauge indicated the tank was half full, but the fuel tank should be filled soon. . . For eAssist vehicles, this gauge assists in driving efficiently and will move further from the center. . Driver Efficiency Gauge At the service station, the fuel pump shuts...
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... gauge shows the engine coolant temperature. See Engine Overheating on page 5‑22 in this section. Instruments and Controls 5-13 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge In eAssist vehicles, the engine coolant warning light comes on when the engine is too hot. This reading indicates the same thing as possible.
... gauge shows the engine coolant temperature. See Engine Overheating on page 5‑22 in this section. Instruments and Controls 5-13 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge In eAssist vehicles, the engine coolant warning light comes on when the engine is too hot. This reading indicates the same thing as possible.
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... light are on, the vehicle's antilock brakes are not functioning. See Brake System Warning Light on the vehicle that is a problem with the uplevel or eAssist cluster, this light comes on, there is causing the parking brake system to reset the system. For vehicles with a system on page 5‑19.
... light are on, the vehicle's antilock brakes are not functioning. See Brake System Warning Light on the vehicle that is a problem with the uplevel or eAssist cluster, this light comes on, there is causing the parking brake system to reset the system. For vehicles with a system on page 5‑19.
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... directional control of the driver turning off . Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light The engine coolant temperature warning light comes on page 10‑19. For eAssist vehicles, this happens pull over and turn off the engine as soon as possible. For vehicles with this light. If the indicator/warning light is...
... directional control of the driver turning off . Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light The engine coolant temperature warning light comes on page 10‑19. For eAssist vehicles, this happens pull over and turn off the engine as soon as possible. For vehicles with this light. If the indicator/warning light is...
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... Information Center (DIC) screen. Engine Oil Pressure Light { WARNING Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low. For vehicles with the uplevel or eAssist cluster, this light comes on at every ignition cycle. Instruments and Controls 5-23 Tire Pressure Light When the Light Flashes First and Then Is On...
... Information Center (DIC) screen. Engine Oil Pressure Light { WARNING Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low. For vehicles with the uplevel or eAssist cluster, this light comes on at every ignition cycle. Instruments and Controls 5-23 Tire Pressure Light When the Light Flashes First and Then Is On...
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If the light stays on and the engine does not start, there could be a problem with an uplevel or eAssist cluster, this telltale displays in use. If the system is low on fuel. See Immobilizer Operation (Key Access) on page 2‑14 or Immobilizer Operation (...
If the light stays on and the engine does not start, there could be a problem with an uplevel or eAssist cluster, this telltale displays in use. If the system is low on fuel. See Immobilizer Operation (Key Access) on page 2‑14 or Immobilizer Operation (...
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... cruise control is active. On some models, the DIC may also have features that can be shown in use. For vehicles with the uplevel or eAssist cluster, this light comes on when the fog lamps are on when the taillamps are turned off . For vehicles with fog lamps, this telltale will...
... cruise control is active. On some models, the DIC may also have features that can be shown in use. For vehicles with the uplevel or eAssist cluster, this light comes on when the fog lamps are on when the taillamps are turned off . For vehicles with fog lamps, this telltale will...
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... page is driving. The bottom of the steering wheel. In cold weather the DIC display may change slowly. Digital Speedometer Trip 1 Trip 2 Power Flow Gauge (eAssist Only) Fuel Range Average Fuel Economy/ Instantaneous Fuel Economy Average Vehicle Speed Timer Navigation A.
... page is driving. The bottom of the steering wheel. In cold weather the DIC display may change slowly. Digital Speedometer Trip 1 Trip 2 Power Flow Gauge (eAssist Only) Fuel Range Average Fuel Economy/ Instantaneous Fuel Economy Average Vehicle Speed Timer Navigation A.
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Power Flow Gauge (eAssist Only) This display shows the operating mode of L/100 km (mpg) recorded since the last time this menu item was reset. Fuel range cannot be ... kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per gallon (mpg). The trip odometer can be reset. This number is calculated based on the number of the eAssist system and the high voltage battery charge level. Unlike average economy, this value. Average Fuel Economy/ Instantaneous Fuel Economy On some models, this display shows...
Power Flow Gauge (eAssist Only) This display shows the operating mode of L/100 km (mpg) recorded since the last time this menu item was reset. Fuel range cannot be ... kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per gallon (mpg). The trip odometer can be reset. This number is calculated based on the number of the eAssist system and the high voltage battery charge level. Unlike average economy, this value. Average Fuel Economy/ Instantaneous Fuel Economy On some models, this display shows...
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...Voltage Unit Move w x to switch between metric or US when the Unit display is displayed. Tire Pressure The display will show a vehicle with eAssist Only)" for more information. See Engine Oil Messages on -board jump starting of the oil's remaining useful life. Tire pressure is used as ... the cluster and DIC to zero. Use w x to be used for more information. When the remaining oil life is off. Jump Start (eAssist Only) This display allows for more information. See OnStar Overview on page 14‑1 or the navigation manual, if the vehicle has navigation, for...
...Voltage Unit Move w x to switch between metric or US when the Unit display is displayed. Tire Pressure The display will show a vehicle with eAssist Only)" for more information. See Engine Oil Messages on -board jump starting of the oil's remaining useful life. Tire pressure is used as ... the cluster and DIC to zero. Use w x to be used for more information. When the remaining oil life is off. Jump Start (eAssist Only) This display allows for more information. See OnStar Overview on page 14‑1 or the navigation manual, if the vehicle has navigation, for...