2012 Buick Verano Owner's Manual
Year:
2012
Make:
Buick
Model:
Verano
Rating:
Table of Contents
2012 Buick Verano Owner Manual BookTOC
1
Introduction
3
Canadian Vehicle Owners
3
Using this Manual
4
Danger, Warnings, and Cautions
4
Symbols
4
In Brief
7
Instrument Panel
8
Instrument Panel Overview
8
Initial Drive Information
10
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
10
Remote Vehicle Start
10
Door Locks
11
Trunk Release
12
Windows
12
Seat Adjustment
12
Heated Seats
15
Head Restraint Adjustment
15
Safety Belts
15
Passenger Sensing System
16
Mirror Adjustment
16
Steering Wheel Adjustment
17
Interior Lighting
17
Exterior Lighting
18
Windshield Wiper/Washer
19
Climate Controls
19
Transmission
21
Vehicle Features
22
Radio(s)
22
Satellite Radio
23
Portable Audio Devices
23
Bluetooth®
23
Steering Wheel Controls
24
Cruise Control
24
Navigation System
25
Driver Information Center (DIC)
25
Power Outlets
25
Sunroof
26
Performance and Maintenance
26
Traction Control System (TCS)
26
StabiliTrak® System
27
Tire Pressure Monitor
27
Engine Oil Life System
28
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)
28
Driving for Better Fuel Economy
28
Roadside Assistance Program
29
OnStar®
29
Keys, Doors, and Windows
31
Keys and Locks
32
Keys
32
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
33
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation
33
Remote Vehicle Start
38
Door Locks
40
Power Door Locks
41
Automatic Door Locks
41
Safety Locks
41
Doors
42
Trunk
42
Vehicle Security
44
Anti-theft Alarm System
44
Immobilizer
44
Immobilizer Operation (Key Access)
44
Immobilizer Operation (Keyless Access)
45
Exterior Mirrors
46
Convex Mirrors
46
Power Mirrors
46
Folding Mirrors
47
Heated Mirrors
47
Interior Mirrors
47
Manual Rearview Mirror
47
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
47
Windows
48
Power Windows
48
Sun Visors
50
Roof
50
Sunroof
50
Seats and Restraints
53
Head Restraints
54
Front Seats
55
Seat Adjustment
55
Power Seat Adjustment
56
Reclining Seatbacks
57
Heated Front Seats
59
Rear Seats
60
Safety Belts
62
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
63
Lap-Shoulder Belt
64
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
68
Safety Belt Extender
69
Safety System Check
69
Safety Belt Care
69
Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash
69
Airbag System
70
Where Are the Airbags?
72
When Should an Airbag Inflate?
74
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?
75
How Does an Airbag Restrain?
75
What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates?
76
Passenger Sensing System
77
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
81
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
81
Airbag System Check
82
Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash
83
Child Restraints
83
Older Children
83
Infants and Young Children
85
Child Restraint Systems
88
Where to Put the Restraint
89
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System)
91
Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash
98
Securing Child Restraints (Rear Seat)
98
Securing Child Restraints (Front Passenger Seat)
101
Storage
105
Storage Compartments
105
Instrument Panel Storage
105
Glove Box
105
Cupholders
106
Center Console Storage
106
Instruments and Controls
109
Controls
110
Steering Wheel Adjustment
110
Steering Wheel Controls
110
Heated Steering Wheel
111
Horn
111
Windshield Wiper/Washer
111
Compass
112
Clock
112
Power Outlets
113
Cigarette Lighter
114
Ashtrays
114
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators
115
Instrument Cluster
116
Speedometer
117
Odometer
117
Trip Odometer
117
Tachometer
117
Fuel Gauge
117
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
118
Safety Belt Reminders
118
Airbag Readiness Light
119
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
120
Charging System Light
120
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
121
Brake System Warning Light
123
Electric Parking Brake Light
124
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
124
Traction Off Light
125
StabiliTrak® OFF Light
125
Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light
125
Tire Pressure Light
126
Engine Oil Pressure Light
126
Low Fuel Warning Light
127
Security Light
127
High-Beam On Light
128
Front Fog Lamp Light
128
Lamps On Reminder
128
Cruise Control Light
128
Door Ajar Light
128
Information Displays
129
Driver Information Center (DIC)
129
Vehicle Messages
132
Battery Voltage and Charging Messages
133
Brake System Messages
133
Compass Messages
133
Door Ajar Messages
134
Engine Cooling System Messages
134
Engine Oil Messages
135
Engine Power Messages
135
Fuel System Messages
135
Key and Lock Messages
135
Ride Control System Messages
136
Anti-theft Alarm System Messages
136
Tire Messages
136
Transmission Messages
137
Washer Fluid Messages
137
Window Messages
138
Vehicle Personalization
138
Lighting
143
Exterior Lighting
143
Exterior Lamp Controls
143
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
144
Flash-to-Pass
144
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
144
Automatic Headlamp System
145
Hazard Warning Flashers
146
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
146
Front Fog Lamps
146
Interior Lighting
147
Instrument Panel Illumination Control
147
Courtesy Lamps
147
Dome Lamps
147
Reading Lamps
148
Lighting Features
148
Entry Lighting
148
Exit Lighting
148
Battery Power Protection
148
Infotainment System
149
Introduction
149
Infotainment
149
Theft-Deterrent Feature
150
Overview (Radio with CD)
150
Overview (Radio with CD and Touchscreen)
152
Operation
157
Radio
160
AM-FM Radio
160
Satellite Radio
165
Radio Reception
168
Backglass Antenna
169
Satellite Radio Antenna
169
Multi-Band Antenna
169
Audio Players
170
CD Player
170
MP3
173
Auxiliary Devices
174
Phone
178
Bluetooth (Overview)
178
Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls)
179
Bluetooth (Voice Recognition)
183
Trademarks and License Agreements
189
Climate Controls
195
Climate Control Systems
195
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
197
Air Vents
200
Driving and Operating
201
Driving Information
202
Distracted Driving
202
Defensive Driving
203
Drunk Driving
203
Control of a Vehicle
203
Braking
203
Steering
204
Off-Road Recovery
205
Loss of Control
205
Driving on Wet Roads
206
Highway Hypnosis
207
Hill and Mountain Roads
207
Winter Driving
208
If the Vehicle Is Stuck
210
Vehicle Load Limits
210
Starting and Operating
215
New Vehicle Break-In
215
Ignition Positions (Key Access)
216
Ignition Positions (Keyless Access)
218
Starting the Engine
220
Engine Heater
223
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
224
Shifting Into Park
224
Shifting out of Park
225
Parking over Things That Burn
226
Engine Exhaust
226
Running the Vehicle While Parked
227
Automatic Transmission
228
Manual Mode
230
Brakes
231
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
231
Parking Brake
232
Brake Assist
234
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
234
Ride Control Systems
234
Traction Control System (TCS)
234
StabiliTrak® System
236
Cruise Control
238
Fuel
240
Recommended Fuel
241
Gasoline Specifications
241
California Fuel Requirements
241
Fuels in Foreign Countries
242
Fuel Additives
242
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)
243
Filling the Tank
244
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
245
Towing
246
General Towing Information
246
Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips
246
Trailer Towing
250
Towing Equipment
251
Conversions and Add-Ons
252
Add-On Electrical Equipment
252
Vehicle Care
253
General Information
254
California Proposition 65 Warning
255
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements
255
Accessories and Modifications
255
Vehicle Checks
256
Doing Your Own Service Work
256
Hood
256
Engine Compartment Overview
258
Engine Oil
259
Engine Oil Life System
262
Automatic Transmission Fluid
263
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
263
Cooling System
264
Engine Coolant
265
Engine Overheating
268
Washer Fluid
268
Brakes
269
Brake Fluid
270
Battery
272
Starter Switch Check
272
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check
273
Ignition Transmission Lock Check
273
Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check
274
Wiper Blade Replacement
274
Headlamp Aiming
275
Bulb Replacement
275
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps
275
Fog Lamps
276
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps
277
License Plate Lamp
278
Replacement Bulbs
279
Electrical System
280
Electrical System Overload
280
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
280
Engine Compartment Fuse Block
281
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
284
Rear Compartment Fuse Block
286
Wheels and Tires
288
Tires
288
Winter Tires
289
Low-Profile Tires
289
Tire Sidewall Labeling
290
Tire Designations
292
Tire Terminology and Definitions
292
Tire Pressure
296
Tire Pressure Monitor System
297
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
298
Tire Inspection
302
Tire Rotation
302
When It Is Time for New Tires
304
Buying New Tires
305
Different Size Tires and Wheels
306
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
307
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
308
Wheel Replacement
309
Tire Chains
310
If a Tire Goes Flat
310
Tire Changing
312
Compact Spare Tire
319
Jump Starting
320
Towing
323
Towing the Vehicle
323
Recreational Vehicle Towing
323
Appearance Care
325
Exterior Care
325
Interior Care
328
Cleaning the Center Stack
330
Floor Mats
331
Service and Maintenance
333
General Information
333
Maintenance Schedule
335
Special Application Services
340
Additional Maintenance and Care
340
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts
344
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
344
Maintenance Replacement Parts
345
Maintenance Records
346
Technical Data
349
Vehicle Identification
349
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
349
Service Parts Identification Label
349
Vehicle Data
350
Capacities and Specifications
350
Engine Drive Belt Routing
351
Customer Information
353
Customer Information
353
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
353
Customer Assistance Offices
356
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users
356
Online Owner Center
357
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program
358
Roadside Assistance Program
358
Scheduling Service Appointments
360
Courtesy Transportation Program
360
Collision Damage Repair
362
Service Publications Ordering Information
365
Reporting Safety Defects
366
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government
366
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government
366
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors
367
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy
367
Event Data Recorders
367
OnStar®
368
Navigation System
368
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)
369
Radio Frequency Statement
369
OnStar
371
OnStar Overview
371
OnStar Services
372
Emergency
372
Security
372
Navigation
372
Connections
374
Diagnostics
375
OnStar Additional Information
375
Index
379
Index_A
379
Index_B
380
Index_C
380
Index_D
381
Index_E
382
Index_F
382
Index_G
383
Index_H
384
Index_I
384
Index_J
384
Index_K
384
Index_L
384
Index_M
385
Index_N
386
Index_O
386
Index_P
386
Index_R
387
Index_S
387
Index_T
389
Index_U
389
Index_V
390
Index_W
390
2012 Buick Verano Overview
Introduction
The 2012 Buick Verano marks a distinctive entry into the compact luxury sedan market, combining elegance with practicality. Designed for those who appreciate sophistication without sacrificing performance, this model elegantly showcases Buick's modern design language complemented by refined materials both inside and out. The Verano strikes a perfect balance between comfort and technology, catering to both driver and passengers alike.
Powertrains
Under the hood, the 2012 Buick Verano features a standard 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine, delivering a robust 180 horsepower, ensuring adequate power for daily commutes and highway driving. For those seeking a sportier ride, Buick offers an optional 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, providing an exhilarating performance with 250 horsepower. Coupled with a six-speed automatic transmission, the Verano delivers smooth shifts and responsive handling, enhancing the overall driving experience.
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Features
The Verano is loaded with a myriad of features that enhance comfort and convenience. Standard attributes include Bluetooth connectivity, a touchscreen interface, and a quality sound system. Optional features encompass heated front seats, navigation, and advanced safety technologies. With an emphasis on driver comfort, the Verano's cabin is spacious, providing ample legroom and high-quality materials for an inviting atmosphere.
Owner’s Manual
The 2012 Buick Verano comes with a comprehensive owner’s manual, providing invaluable insights and instructions for maintaining your vehicle. It covers essential topics such as operational features, maintenance schedules, troubleshooting tips, and safety instructions, guiding owners to optimize the performance and longevity of their Verano while ensuring a rewarding driving experience.
User manual download
The Buick Verano owner manual for the 2012 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2012 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.
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