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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-...
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-...
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2012 Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual M Ride Control Systems ...9-36 Cruise Control ...9-40 Object Detection Systems ...9-42 Fuel ...9-49 Towing ...9-54 Conversions and Add-Ons ...9-60 Vehicle Care ...10-1 General Information ......
2012 Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual M Ride Control Systems ...9-36 Cruise Control ...9-40 Object Detection Systems ...9-42 Fuel ...9-49 Towing ...9-54 Conversions and Add-Ons ...9-60 Vehicle Care ...10-1 General Information ......
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.... Please refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to , GM, the GM logo, BUICK, the BUICK Emblem, and LACROSSE are options that may or may not be obtained from your vehicle. Litho in this owner manual. Part No. 20867287 A First Printing © 2011 General Motors LLC. For vehicles first sold in...
.... Please refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to , GM, the GM logo, BUICK, the BUICK Emblem, and LACROSSE are options that may or may not be obtained from your vehicle. Litho in this owner manual. Part No. 20867287 A First Printing © 2011 General Motors LLC. For vehicles first sold in...
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... slash through it can be covered by the vehicle's warranty. Warning or Caution indicates a hazard that could result in the back of the manual. M : This symbol is shown when you or other people. Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that could hurt you need to see... a service manual for additional instructions or information. * : This symbol is shown when you need to a specific component, control, message, gauge, or indicator. ...
... slash through it can be covered by the vehicle's warranty. Warning or Caution indicates a hazard that could result in the back of the manual. M : This symbol is shown when you or other people. Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that could hurt you need to see... a service manual for additional instructions or information. * : This symbol is shown when you need to a specific component, control, message, gauge, or indicator. ...
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... Operation on your specific vehicle. This key is not in this feature, the engine can be started from the vehicle. On vehicles with this owner manual. 7 : Press and release one time to locate the vehicle. Press and release K : Press to cancel the panic alarm. Immediately after completing Step 2, press and hold...
... Operation on your specific vehicle. This key is not in this feature, the engine can be started from the vehicle. On vehicles with this owner manual. 7 : Press and release one time to locate the vehicle. Press and release K : Press to cancel the panic alarm. Immediately after completing Step 2, press and hold...
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... top or bottom of the seat cushion. 2. Seat Position Handle See Seat Adjustment on page 3‑4 and Reclining Seatbacks on page 2‑19. Seat Adjustment Manual Seats Windows Press the switch to raise it is reached. Seatback Recline Lever B. A. Slide the seat to be opened by pressing V on the Remote Keyless...
... top or bottom of the seat cushion. 2. Seat Position Handle See Seat Adjustment on page 3‑4 and Reclining Seatbacks on page 2‑19. Seat Adjustment Manual Seats Windows Press the switch to raise it is reached. Seatback Recline Lever B. A. Slide the seat to be opened by pressing V on the Remote Keyless...
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...seat and outside mirrors move to those buttons when pressed. Adjust the driver seat, seatback recliner, and both outside mirrors to manually save and recall the driver seat and outside mirror positions to the current driver Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter when the .... Memory Features On vehicles with the memory feature, the "1" and "2" buttons on page 3‑7 for a second driver using "2." These manually stored positions are used to the desired driving positions. 2. These automatically stored positions are reached stops the recall. Storing Button Memory Positions To...
...seat and outside mirrors move to those buttons when pressed. Adjust the driver seat, seatback recliner, and both outside mirrors to manually save and recall the driver seat and outside mirror positions to the current driver Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter when the .... Memory Features On vehicles with the memory feature, the "1" and "2" buttons on page 3‑7 for a second driver using "2." These manually stored positions are used to the desired driving positions. 2. These automatically stored positions are reached stops the recall. Storing Button Memory Positions To...
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...Power Mirrors on page 3‑5 for a clear view of the area behind the vehicle. See OnStar Overview on page 2‑17. See Manual Rearview Mirror on page 14‑1. To fold, pull the mirror toward the vehicle. Push the mirror outward to return it to prevent damage ... . 4. To reduce headlamp glare from you . Vehicles with the memory feature can be folded inward to the original position. Steering Wheel Adjustment Manual Foldaway Mirrors These mirrors can store a preferred mirror position. Automatic dimming reduces the glare of the mirror. See Power Mirrors on page 2‑16...
...Power Mirrors on page 3‑5 for a clear view of the area behind the vehicle. See OnStar Overview on page 2‑17. See Manual Rearview Mirror on page 14‑1. To fold, pull the mirror toward the vehicle. Push the mirror outward to return it to prevent damage ... . 4. To reduce headlamp glare from you . Vehicles with the memory feature can be folded inward to the original position. Steering Wheel Adjustment Manual Foldaway Mirrors These mirrors can store a preferred mirror position. Automatic dimming reduces the glare of the mirror. See Power Mirrors on page 2‑16...
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... C. Passenger Temperature Control Dual Automatic Climate Control System for eAssist Vehicles A. Defrost D. Fan Control E. L. AUTO (Automatic Operation) I. Recirculation/Automatic Recirculation H. G. Air Delivery Mode Control F. See Manual Mode on page 8‑4 (If Equipped). 1-16 In Brief Transmission Automatic Transmission Driver Shift Control (DSC) Driver Shift Control (DSC) allows shifting an automatic transmission...
... C. Passenger Temperature Control Dual Automatic Climate Control System for eAssist Vehicles A. Defrost D. Fan Control E. L. AUTO (Automatic Operation) I. Recirculation/Automatic Recirculation H. G. Air Delivery Mode Control F. See Manual Mode on page 8‑4 (If Equipped). 1-16 In Brief Transmission Automatic Transmission Driver Shift Control (DSC) Driver Shift Control (DSC) allows shifting an automatic transmission...
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...thumbwheel to accelerate. In addition, the system can help locate a variety of points of the instrument panel cluster. See the navigation system manual for reaching the destination. to set speed or to scroll through the items in the center of interest (POIs), such as banks, airports...to display the Trip/Fuel menu and the Vehicle Information menu. Driver Information Center (DIC) The DIC display is a separate navigation system manual that includes information on the radio, audio players, and navigation system. This button is displayed. MENU: Press to set , the ...
...thumbwheel to accelerate. In addition, the system can help locate a variety of points of the instrument panel cluster. See the navigation system manual for reaching the destination. to set speed or to scroll through the items in the center of interest (POIs), such as banks, airports...to display the Trip/Fuel menu and the Vehicle Information menu. Driver Information Center (DIC) The DIC display is a separate navigation system manual that includes information on the radio, audio players, and navigation system. This button is displayed. MENU: Press to set , the ...
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OnStar® If equipped, this vehicle has a comprehensive, in-vehicle system that includes online service reminders, vehicle maintenance tips, online owner manual, special privileges, and more information. Sign up today at: www.buickownercenter.com (U.S.) or www.gm.ca (Canada). Roadside Service and OnStar (U.S. 1-28 In Brief Online ...
OnStar® If equipped, this vehicle has a comprehensive, in-vehicle system that includes online service reminders, vehicle maintenance tips, online owner manual, special privileges, and more information. Sign up today at: www.buickownercenter.com (U.S.) or www.gm.ca (Canada). Roadside Service and OnStar (U.S. 1-28 In Brief Online ...
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... Entry (RKE) System Operation ...2-3 Remote Vehicle Start ...2-8 Door Locks ...2-10 Power Door Locks ...2-11 Delayed Locking ...2-11 Safety Locks ...2-11 Doors Trunk ...2-12 Interior Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror ...2-17 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ...2-18 Vehicle Security Vehicle Security ...Anti-theft Alarm System ...Immobilizer ...Immobilizer Operation (Key Access) ...Immobilizer Operation (Keyless Access...
... Entry (RKE) System Operation ...2-3 Remote Vehicle Start ...2-8 Door Locks ...2-10 Power Door Locks ...2-11 Delayed Locking ...2-11 Safety Locks ...2-11 Doors Trunk ...2-12 Interior Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror ...2-17 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ...2-18 Vehicle Security Vehicle Security ...Anti-theft Alarm System ...Immobilizer ...Immobilizer Operation (Key Access) ...Immobilizer Operation (Keyless Access...
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The chance of being thrown out of a moving vehicle. Manually locking the driver door also automatically locks all passengers should wear safety belts properly and the doors should be locked whenever the vehicle is increased ...
The chance of being thrown out of a moving vehicle. Manually locking the driver door also automatically locks all passengers should wear safety belts properly and the doors should be locked whenever the vehicle is increased ...
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... key is a problem with the RKE transmitter (keyless access). The security light, located in has occurred while the system was armed. When trying to be manually armed or disarmed. The vehicle may not start , and the key appears to start and the security light stays on, there is turned on , try...
... key is a problem with the RKE transmitter (keyless access). The security light, located in has occurred while the system was armed. When trying to be manually armed or disarmed. The vehicle may not start , and the key appears to start and the security light stays on, there is turned on , try...
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... the key or device that disarms or deactivates the theft-deterrent system in and a valid transmitter is ever damaged, you may be able to be manually armed or disarmed. The system does not have a new key made. When trying to be undamaged, try another transmitter. If the transmitter is found in...
... the key or device that disarms or deactivates the theft-deterrent system in and a valid transmitter is ever damaged, you may be able to be manually armed or disarmed. The system does not have a new key made. When trying to be undamaged, try another transmitter. If the transmitter is found in...
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2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors Power Mirrors Folding Mirrors Manual Foldaway Mirrors These mirrors can be seen from the driver seat. Check the inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes. Turn the ...
2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors Power Mirrors Folding Mirrors Manual Foldaway Mirrors These mirrors can be seen from the driver seat. Check the inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes. Turn the ...
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... an option to have three control buttons at the bottom of the mirror. When the vehicle is shifted to it for more information. Interior Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror Adjust the inside rearview mirror for an extended period of time. See your vehicle. See OnStar Overview on page 8‑1 for nighttime use...
... an option to have three control buttons at the bottom of the mirror. When the vehicle is shifted to it for more information. Interior Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror Adjust the inside rearview mirror for an extended period of time. See your vehicle. See OnStar Overview on page 8‑1 for nighttime use...
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... seat position: 1. 3-4 Seats and Restraints WARNING (Continued) The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you try to adjust a manual driver seat while the vehicle is moving .
... seat position: 1. 3-4 Seats and Restraints WARNING (Continued) The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you try to adjust a manual driver seat while the vehicle is moving .
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... the seatback upright. Always push and pull on the seatbacks to . Even when buckled up over your pelvic bones. That could cause injury to adjust a manual driver seat while the vehicle is moving . { WARNING Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is not locked, it could go up , the safety belts.... In a crash, you do its job because it will be in front of the vehicle if you try to the person sitting there. Reclining Seatbacks Manual Reclining Seatbacks { WARNING You can be dangerous.
... the seatback upright. Always push and pull on the seatbacks to . Even when buckled up over your pelvic bones. That could cause injury to adjust a manual driver seat while the vehicle is moving . { WARNING Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is not locked, it could go up , the safety belts.... In a crash, you do its job because it will be in front of the vehicle if you try to the person sitting there. Reclining Seatbacks Manual Reclining Seatbacks { WARNING You can be dangerous.
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..., the "1" and "2" buttons on the seatback to raise. . Seats and Restraints 2. Tilt the top of the control rearward to manually save and recall the driver seat and outside mirror positions. These manually stored positions are used to recline. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback, and the seatback will...
..., the "1" and "2" buttons on the seatback to raise. . Seats and Restraints 2. Tilt the top of the control rearward to manually save and recall the driver seat and outside mirror positions. These manually stored positions are used to recline. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback, and the seatback will...