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Introduction not be available in your region, or changes

Contents subsequent to the printing of this owner’s
manual.
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Refer to the purchase documentation
relating to your specific vehicle to confirm
Keys, Doors, and Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
the features.
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 reference.
Instruments and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 The names, logos, emblems, slogans, vehicle
model names, and vehicle body designs Canadian Vehicle Owners
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 appearing in this manual including, but not A French language manual can be obtained
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 limited to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, from your dealer, at [Link],
the CHEVROLET Emblem, MALIBU, and the or from:
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164 MALIBU Emblem are trademarks and/or
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 service marks of General Motors LLC, its Propriétaires Canadiens
subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors.
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227 On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide
For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à
Service and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303 the name “General Motors of Canada l'adresse suivante:
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316 Company” for Chevrolet Motor Division
Helm, Incorporated
Customer Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320 wherever it appears in this manual.
Attention: Customer Service
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 328 This manual describes features that may or 47911 Halyard Drive
may not be on the vehicle because of Plymouth, MI 48170
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331 optional equipment that was not purchased USA
Connected Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 336 on the vehicle, model variants, country
specifications, features/applications that may
Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 339

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2 Introduction
Using this Manual Vehicle Symbol Chart
To quickly locate information about the Here are some additional symbols that may
vehicle, use the Index in the back of the be found on the vehicle and what they
manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is mean. See the features in this manual for
in the manual and the page number where information.
it can be found. u : Air Conditioning System
A circle with a slash through it is a safety
Danger, Warning, and Caution symbol which means “Do not,” “Do not do G : Air Conditioning Refrigerant Oil
this,” or “Do not let this happen.”
Warning messages found on vehicle labels 9 : Airbag Readiness Light
and in this manual describe hazards and Symbols
what to do to avoid or reduce them. ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS)
The vehicle has components and labels that
use symbols instead of text. Symbols are $ : Brake System Warning Light
{ Danger shown along with the text describing the
Danger indicates a hazard with a high operation or information relating to a
9 : Dispose of Used Components Properly
level of risk which will result in serious specific component, control, message, gauge, P : Do Not Apply High Pressure Water
injury or death. or indicator.
B : Engine Coolant Temperature
M : Shown when the owner’s manual has
additional instructions or information. _ : Flame/Fire Prohibited
{ Warning
Warning indicates a hazard that could * : Shown when the service manual has H : Flammable
result in injury or death. additional instructions or information.
[ : Forward Collision Alert
0 : Shown when there is more information
on another page — “see page.” R : Fuse Block Cover Lock Location
Caution
+ : Fuses
Caution indicates a hazard that could
result in property or vehicle damage. j : ISOFIX/LATCH System Child Restraints
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Q : Keep Fuse Block Covers Properly d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak/Electronic
Installed Stability Control (ESC)
| : Lane Change Alert a : Under Pressure
@ : Lane Departure Warning V : Vehicle Ahead Indicator
A : Lane Keep Assist
* : Malfunction Indicator Lamp
: : Oil Pressure
X : Park Assist
~ : Pedestrian Ahead Indicator
O : Power
7 : Rear Cross Traffic Alert
I : Registered Technician
/ : Remote Vehicle Start
h : Risk of Electrical Fire
> : Seat Belt Reminders
I : Side Blind Zone Alert
h : Stop/Start
7 : Tire Pressure Monitor
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Instrument Panel Overview
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1. Air Vents 0 169. 11. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission 20. Data Link Connector (Out of View). See
2. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and 0 188. Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check
Lane-Change Signals 0 107. 12. Electric Parking Brake 0 192 (If Equipped). Engine Light) 0 87.
IntelliBeam System Button (If Equipped). 13. USB Port 0 120. 21. Parking Brake 0 191 (If Equipped).
See Exterior Lamp Controls 0 104. 14. ENGINE START/STOP Button. See Ignition 22. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 104.
3. Instrument Cluster 0 80. Positions 0 182. 23. Instrument Panel Illumination Control
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base 15. Steering Wheel Controls 0 75. 0 107.
Level) 0 94 or Driver Information Center Buttons. See
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base
0 96. Level) 0 94 or
4. Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 75. Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel)
5. Light Sensor. See Automatic Headlamp 0 96.
System 0 106. 16. Horn 0 75.
6. Infotainment. See Overview 0 111. 17. Steering Wheel Adjustment 0 75 (Out
7. Climate Control Systems 0 164. of View).
Dual Automatic Climate Control System 18. Cruise Control 0 195.
0 166 (If Equipped). Adaptive Cruise Control (Advanced) 0 197
8. Hazard Warning Flashers 0 106. (If Equipped).
Stop/Start Disable Button (If Equipped). Heated Steering Wheel 0 75 (If
See Stop/Start System 0 184. Equipped).
9. Power Outlets 0 77. Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
0 209 (If Equipped).
10. Traction Control/Electronic Stability
Control 0 193. Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 216 (If
Equipped).
Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing
0 205 (If Equipped). 19. Hood Release. See Hood 0 229.
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Keys, Doors, and Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Reverse Tilt Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Keys and Locks
Windows Interior Mirrors Keys
Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Keys and Locks Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 { Warning
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror . . . 22 Leaving children in a vehicle with a
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System . . . . . 7
Windows Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 dangerous and children or others could
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 be seriously injured or killed. They could
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 operate the power windows or other
Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 controls or make the vehicle move. The
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Roof windows will function with the RKE
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 transmitter in the vehicle, and children or
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 others could be caught in the path of a
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 closing window. Do not leave children in
a vehicle with an RKE transmitter.
Doors
Trunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Vehicle Security
Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Vehicle Alarm System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
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To remove the key, press the button near . If the transmitter is still not working
the bottom of the transmitter, and pull the correctly, see your dealer or a qualified
key out. Never pull the key out without technician for service.
pressing the button.
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
If it becomes difficult to turn the key,
inspect the key blade for debris. System Operation
See your dealer if a new key is needed. The Keyless Access system allows for vehicle
entry when the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
If locked out of the vehicle, see Roadside transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft). See “Keyless
Assistance Program 0 323. Access Operation” following.
With an active OnStar or connected service The transmitter functions may work up to
plan, an OnStar Advisor may remotely 60 m (197 ft) away from the vehicle.
The key that is part of the Remote Keyless unlock the vehicle. See OnStar Overview
Entry (RKE) transmitter can be used for all 0 331. Other conditions can impact the
locks. performance of the transmitter. See Remote
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Keyless Entry (RKE) System 0 7.
System
See Radio Frequency Statement 0 328.
If there is a decrease in the Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) operating range:
. Check the distance. The transmitter may
be too far from the vehicle.
. Check the location. Other vehicles or
objects may be blocking the signal.
. Check the transmitter's battery. See
“Battery Replacement” later in this
section.
With Remote Start Shown
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Q : Press to lock all doors. X : Press twice quickly to release the Keyless Access can be programmed to
trunk. unlock all doors on the first unlock/lock
The turn signal indicators may flash and/or button press from the driver door. See
the horn may sound on the second press to 7 : Press and release one time to initiate Vehicle Personalization 0 100.
indicate locking. See Vehicle Personalization vehicle locator. The exterior lamps flash and
0 100. the horn chirps three times. If equipped with memory seats, RKE
transmitters 1 and 2 are linked to seating
If the driver door is open when Q is pressed Press and hold 7 for at least three seconds positions of memory 1 or 2. See Memory
and Open Door Anti-Lockout is enabled, all to sound the panic alarm. The horn sounds Seats 0 32.
doors will lock and then the driver door will and the turn signals flash for about
immediately unlock. See Vehicle Keyless Unlocking/Locking from the
30 seconds until 7 is pressed again or the Driver Door
Personalization 0 100. vehicle is started.
When the doors are locked and the RKE
If the passenger door is open when Q is / : If equipped, press Q and release and transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of the driver
pressed, all doors lock. then press and hold / for at least door handle, pressing the lock/unlock button
Pressing Q may also arm the alarm system. four seconds to start the engine from on the driver door handle will unlock the
See Vehicle Alarm System 0 19. outside the vehicle using the RKE driver door. If the lock/unlock button is
transmitter. See Remote Vehicle Start 0 13. pressed again within five seconds, all
K : Press to unlock the driver door. Press passenger doors will unlock. Pull the door
again within five seconds to unlock all Keyless Access Operation handle to unlatch the door.
doors. The RKE transmitter can be The Keyless Access system lets you lock and
programmed to unlock all doors on the first unlock the doors and access the trunk
button press. See Vehicle Personalization without removing the RKE transmitter from
0 100. your pocket, purse, briefcase, etc. The RKE
The turn signal indicators may flash to transmitter should be within 1 m (3 ft) of the
indicate unlocking. See Vehicle trunk or door being opened. If equipped,
Personalization 0 100. there will be buttons on the outside door
handles.
Pressing K will disarm the alarm system.
See Vehicle Alarm System 0 19.
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that door handle will unlock the front doors Enabling Keyless Unlocking:
or all doors. See “Passive Door Unlock” in
Vehicle Personalization 0 100. With the vehicle off, press and hold Q and
K on the RKE transmitter at the same time
Pressing the lock/unlock button will cause for approximately three seconds. The turn
the front doors or all doors to lock if any of signal lamps will flash twice quickly to
the following occur: indicate access is enabled.
. The lock/unlock button was used to
unlock all doors. Passive Locking
. Any vehicle door has opened and all This feature will lock the vehicle several
doors are now closed. seconds after all doors are closed, if the
vehicle is off and at least one RKE
Disable/Enable Keyless Unlocking of Exterior transmitter has been removed from the
Driver Side Shown, Passenger Similar Door Handles and Trunk interior or none remain in the interior.
If equipped, keyless unlocking of the exterior If other electronic devices interfere with the
Pressing the lock/unlock button will cause
door handles and trunk can be disabled and RKE transmitter signal, the vehicle may not
all doors to lock if any of the following
enabled. detect the RKE transmitter inside the vehicle.
occur:
. It has been no more than five seconds Disabling Keyless Unlocking: If passive locking is enabled, the doors may
since the first lock/unlock button press. lock with the RKE transmitter inside the
With the vehicle off, press and hold Q and vehicle. Do not leave the RKE transmitter in
. Two lock/unlock button presses were
K on the RKE transmitter at the same time an unattended vehicle.
used to unlock all doors. for approximately three seconds. The turn
. Any vehicle door has opened and all signal lamps will flash four times quickly to To customize the doors to automatically lock
doors are now closed. indicate access is disabled. Using any when exiting the vehicle, see Vehicle
exterior handle to unlock the doors or open Personalization 0 100.
Keyless Unlocking/Locking from Passenger
Door(s) the trunk will cause the turn signal lamps to Temporary Disable of Passive Locking
flash four times quickly, indicating access is Temporarily disable passive locking by
When the doors are locked and the RKE disabled. If disabled, disarm the alarm
transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of the door system before starting the vehicle. pressing and holding K on the interior door
handle, pressing the lock/unlock button on switch with a door open for at least
four seconds, or until three chimes are
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heard. Passive locking will then remain Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle
disabled until Q on the interior door is Only RKE transmitters programmed to the
pressed, or until the vehicle is turned on. vehicle will work. If a transmitter is lost or
Remote Left In Vehicle Alert stolen, a replacement can be purchased and
programmed through your dealer. The
When the vehicle is turned off and an RKE
vehicle can be reprogrammed so that lost or
transmitter is left in the vehicle, the horn
stolen transmitters no longer work. Any
will chirp three times after all doors are
remaining transmitters will need to be
closed. To turn on or off see Vehicle
reprogrammed. Each vehicle can have up to
Personalization 0 100.
eight transmitters matched to it.
Remote No Longer In Vehicle Alert
Programming with Recognized Transmitters
If the vehicle is on with a door open, and
A new transmitter can be programmed to 3. Place the first new transmitter into the
then all doors are closed, the vehicle will
the vehicle when there are two recognized transmitter pocket with the buttons
check for an RKE transmitter inside. If an
transmitters. To program, the vehicle must facing the rear of the vehicle. The
RKE transmitter is not detected, the Driver
be off and all of the transmitters, both transmitter pocket is inside the center
Information Center (DIC) will display NO
currently recognized and new, must be console storage area.
REMOTE DETECTED and the horn will chirp
with you.
three times. 4. Press ENGINE START/STOP. When the
1. Place the two recognized transmitters in transmitter is learned, the DIC will show
This occurs only once each time the vehicle the cupholder.
is driven. See Vehicle Personalization 0 100. that it is ready to program the next
2. Remove the key lock cylinder cap on the transmitter.
Keyless Trunk Opening driver door handle. See Door Locks 0 14. 5. Remove the transmitter from the
Insert the vehicle key of the new
Press the touch pad on the rear of the trunk transmitter pocket and press K or Q.
transmitter into the key lock cylinder on
to open it if the RKE transmitter is within To program additional transmitters,
the outside of the driver door and turn
1 m (3 ft) of the trunk. repeat Steps 3–5 for each new
the key counterclockwise five times
Key Access within 10 seconds. transmitter.
To access a vehicle with a weak transmitter The DIC displays READY FOR REMOTE #2,
battery, see Door Locks 0 14. 3, 4 or 5.
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When all additional transmitters are 2. Wait for 10 minutes until the DIC 4. Place the new transmitter into the
programmed, press and hold ENGINE displays PRESS ENGINE START BUTTON TO transmitter pocket with the buttons
START/STOP for 12 seconds to exit LEARN and then press ENGINE facing toward the rear of the vehicle.
programming mode. START/STOP. The transmitter pocket is inside the
6. Put the key back into the transmitter. The DIC will again display REMOTE LEARN center console storage area.
7. Replace the key lock cylinder cap. See PENDING, PLEASE WAIT. 5. Press ENGINE START/STOP. When the
Door Locks 0 14. 3. Repeat Step 2 two additional times. After transmitter is learned, the DIC will show
the third time, all previously known that it is ready to program the next
Programming without Recognized transmitter.
Transmitters transmitters will no longer work with the
vehicle. Remaining transmitters can be 6. Remove the transmitter from the
If two currently recognized transmitters are relearned during the next steps. transmitter pocket and press K or Q.
not available, follow this procedure to The DIC should now display READY FOR
program up to eight transmitters. This To program additional transmitters,
REMOTE # 1. repeat Steps 4–6.
feature is not available in Canada. This
procedure will take approximately When all additional transmitters are
30 minutes to complete. The vehicle must programmed, press and hold ENGINE
be off and all of the transmitters to be START/STOP for 12 seconds to exit
programmed must be with you. programming mode.
1. Remove the key lock cylinder cap on the 7. Return the key back into the transmitter.
driver door handle. See Door Locks 0 14. 8. Replace the key lock cylinder cap. See
Insert the vehicle key of the transmitter Door Locks 0 14.
into the key lock cylinder on the outside
of the driver door and turn the key Starting the Vehicle with a Low
counterclockwise five times within Transmitter Battery
10 seconds. While trying to start the vehicle, if the
The DIC displays REMOTE LEARN transmitter battery is weak or if there is
PENDING, PLEASE WAIT. interference with the signal, the DIC may
display NO REMOTE DETECTED or NO
REMOTE KEY WAS DETECTED PLACE KEY IN
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TRANSMITTER POCKET THEN START YOUR Replace the battery if the DIC displays
VEHICLE. The DIC may also display REPLACE { Warning REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY.
BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY. To avoid personal injury, do not touch The battery is not rechargeable. To replace
To start the vehicle: metal surfaces on the RKE transmitter the battery:
1. Open the center console and place the when it has been exposed to extreme
transmitter in the transmitter pocket heat. These surfaces can be hot to the
with the buttons facing the rear of the touch at temperatures above 59 °C (138
vehicle. °F).
2. With the vehicle in P (Park) or
N (Neutral), press the brake pedal and Caution
press ENGINE START/STOP. See Starting
the Engine 0 183. When replacing the battery, do not touch
any of the circuitry on the transmitter.
Replace the transmitter battery as soon Static from your body could damage the
as possible.
transmitter.
Battery Replacement
Caution 1. Press the button on the side of the RKE
{ Warning transmitter near the bottom and pull the
Always replace the battery with the
Never allow children to play with the RKE key out. Never pull the key out without
correct type. Replacing the battery with
transmitter. The transmitter contains a pressing the button.
an incorrect type could potentially create
small battery, which can be a choking
a risk of battery explosion. Dispose of
hazard. If swallowed, internal burns can
used batteries according to instructions
occur, resulting in severe injury or death.
and local laws. Do not attempt to burn,
Seek medical attention immediately if a
crush, or cut the used battery, and avoid
battery is swallowed.
exposing the battery to environments
with extremely low air pressures or high
temperatures.
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3. Remove the battery by pushing on the If the vehicle has heated seats, they may
battery and sliding it toward the bottom come on during a remote start. See Heated
of the transmitter. Do not use a metal and Ventilated Front Seats 0 34.
object. Laws in some local communities may restrict
4. Insert the new battery, positive side the use of remote starters. For example,
facing the back cover. Push the battery some laws require a person using remote
down until it is held in place. Replace start to have the vehicle in view. Check local
with a CR2032 or equivalent battery. regulations for any requirements.
5. Snap the battery cover back on to the Other conditions can affect the performance
transmitter. of the transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry
6. Reinsert the key. (RKE) System 0 7.

Remote Vehicle Start If your vehicle is low on fuel, do not use the
2. Separate the two halves of the
remote start feature. The vehicle may run
transmitter using a flat tool inserted into If equipped, this feature allows the engine out of fuel.
the bottom center of the transmitter. Do to be started from outside the vehicle.
not use the key slot. Starting the Engine Using Remote Start
/ : This button will be on the RKE To start the engine using the remote start
transmitter if the vehicle has remote start. feature:
The climate control system will determine 1. Press and release Q.
the best mode and temperature setting for
operation during the remote start. Once the 2. Immediately after completing Step 1,
vehicle is started with the Engine Start/Stop press and hold / for at least
button, the climate control system will four seconds or until the turn signal
begin to operate at the last customer lamps flash. The turn signal lamps
selected operating mode and temperature. flashing confirms the request to remote
The rear window defogger may come on start the vehicle has been received.
during a remote start based on cold ambient
conditions. The rear defog indicator light
does not come on during a remote start.
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When the engine starts, the parking lamps Canceling a Remote Start Door Locks
will turn on and remain on as long as the To cancel a remote start, do one of the
engine is running. The doors will be locked
and the climate control system may
following: { Warning
. Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle Unlocked doors can be dangerous.
come on.
and press and hold / until the parking . Passengers, especially children, can
The engine will continue to run for lamps turn off.
15 minutes. After 30 seconds, repeat the easily open the doors and fall out of a
. Turn on the hazard warning flashers. moving vehicle. The doors can be
steps if a 15-minute extension is desired.
Remote start can be extended only once. . Turn the vehicle on and then off. unlocked and opened while the vehicle
is moving. The chance of being thrown
Start the vehicle before driving. Conditions in Which Remote Start Will
out of the vehicle in a crash is
Not Work
Extending Engine Run Time increased if the doors are not locked.
The remote vehicle start feature will not So, all passengers should wear seat
The engine run time can be extended by operate if: belts properly and the doors should be
another 15 minutes, if during the first
. A transmitter is in the vehicle. locked whenever the vehicle is driven.
15 minutes Steps 1 and 2 are repeated while
the engine is still running. An extension can . The hood is not closed. . Young children who get into unlocked
be requested 30 seconds after starting. . The vehicle is on. vehicles may be unable to get out.
When the remote start is extended, the . The hazard warning flashers are on. A child can be overcome by extreme
second 15-minute period is added on to the . The malfunction indicator lamp is on.
heat and can suffer permanent injuries
first 15 minutes for a total of 30 minutes. or even death from heat stroke.
. The engine coolant temperature is Always lock the vehicle whenever
The remote start can only be extended once. too high. leaving it.
A maximum of two remote starts, or a . The oil pressure is low.
. Outsiders can easily enter through an
single start with an extension, is allowed . Two remote vehicle starts, or a single unlocked door when you slow down
between ignition cycles. remote start with an extension, have or stop the vehicle. Locking the doors
The vehicle's ignition must be turned on and already been used. can help prevent this from happening.
then back off before the remote start . The vehicle is not in P (Park).
procedure can be used again.
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To lock or unlock the doors from the The RKE transmitter must be within 1 m 3. Move the cap (2) rearward and remove.
outside: (3 ft) of the trunk or door being opened. 4. Use the key in the cylinder.
. Press Q or K on the Remote Keyless Press the button on the door handle to
open. See “Keyless Access Operation” in To replace the cap:
Entry (RKE) transmitter. See Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 7. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System 1. Pull the door handle (1) to the open
Operation 0 7. position and hold it open until cap
. In the case of a dead battery, use the key
installation is complete.
in the driver door. The key lock cylinder is Driver Door Key Lock Cylinder Access (In
covered with a cap. Case of Dead Battery)
To lock or unlock the doors from the inside:
. Press Q or K on the power door lock
switch.
. Pull the door handle once to unlock the
door. Pull the handle again to unlatch it.
Keyless Access

2. Insert the two tabs (6) at the back of the

cap between the seal (5) and the metal
To access the driver door key lock cylinder: base (4).
1. Pull the door handle (1) to the open
position and hold it open until cap
removal is complete.
2. Insert the key into the slot (3) on the
bottom of the cap (2) and lift the key
upward.
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Free-Turning Locks The indicator light in the switch will
The door key lock cylinder turns freely when illuminate when the door is locked.
either the wrong key is used, or the correct Locking or unlocking the doors will also lock
key is not fully inserted. The free-turning or unlock the trunk. See Trunk 0 18.
door lock feature prevents the lock from
being forced open. To reset the lock, turn it Delayed Locking
to the vertical position with the correct key This feature delays the actual locking of the
fully inserted. Remove the key and insert it doors until five seconds after all doors are
again. If this does not reset the lock, turn closed.
the key halfway around in the cylinder and
repeat the reset procedure. Delayed locking can only be turned on when
the Open Door Anti-Lockout feature has
Power Door Locks been turned off.
When Q is pressed on the power door lock
switch with the door open, a chime will
sound three times indicating that delayed
locking is active.
The doors will then lock automatically
five seconds after all doors are closed. If a
door is reopened before five seconds have
elapsed, the five-second timer will reset once
all the doors are closed again.
Press Q on the door lock switch again,
or press Q on the RKE transmitter, to
3. Slide the cap forward and press the
override this feature and lock the doors
forward edge to install the cap in place. Q : Press to lock the doors. immediately.
4. Release the door handle.
K : Press to unlock the doors. Delayed locking can be programmed. See
5. Check that the cap is secure. Vehicle Personalization 0 100.
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Automatic Door Locks transmitters inside has not reduced, the Manual Safety Locks
driver door will unlock and the horn will
The doors will lock automatically when all chirp three times.
doors are closed, the ignition is on, and the
vehicle is shifted out of P (Park). Lockout Protection can be manually
overridden with the driver door open by
If a vehicle door is unlocked, and then pressing and holding Q on the power door
opened and closed, the doors will lock either
lock switch.
when your foot is removed from the brake
or the vehicle speed becomes faster than Open Door Anti-Lockout
13 km/h (8 mph). If Open Door Anti-Lockout has been turned
To unlock the doors: on and the vehicle is off, the driver door is
. Press K on the power door lock switch. open, and locking is requested, all the doors
will lock and the driver door will remain
. Shift the transmission into P (Park). open. The Open Door Anti-Lockout feature
Automatic door locking cannot be disabled. can be turned on or off. See Vehicle If equipped, the safety lock is on the inside
Automatic door unlocking can be Personalization 0 100. edge of the rear doors. To use the
programmed. See Vehicle Personalization safety lock:
0 100. Safety Locks 1. Move the lever forward to the lock
The rear door safety locks prevent position.
Lockout Protection passengers from opening the rear doors 2. Close the door.
If the ignition is on or in ACC/ACCESSORY from inside the vehicle. 3. Do the same for the other rear door.
and the power door lock switch is pressed
with the driver door open, all the doors will To open a rear door when the safety lock
lock and only the driver door will unlock. is on:
If the vehicle is off and locking is requested 1. Unlock the door by activating the inside
while a door is open, when all doors are handle, by pressing the power door lock
closed the vehicle will check for RKE switch, or by using the Remote Keyless
transmitters inside. If an RKE transmitter is Entry (RKE) transmitter.
detected and the number of RKE 2. Open the door from the outside.
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When the safety lock is enabled, adults and
older children will not be able to open the Warning (Continued)
rear door from the inside. Cancel the safety
locks to enable the doors to open from the If the vehicle must be driven with the
inside. liftgate or hatch/trunk open:
To cancel the safety lock: . Close all of the windows.
1. Unlock the door and open it from the . Fully open the air outlets on or under
outside. the instrument panel.
2. Move the lever rearward to unlock. Do . Adjust the climate control system to a
the same for the other door. setting that brings in only outside air
and set the fan speed to the highest
setting. See “Climate Control Systems”
Doors in the Index. . Press the touch pad on the rear of the
trunk after unlocking all doors.
Trunk . If the vehicle is equipped with a
power liftgate, disable the power The trunk may be opened while the vehicle
{ Warning liftgate function. is locked by pressing the touch pad on the
rear of the trunk while the RKE transmitter
Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it For more information about carbon is within 1 m (3 ft) of the rear of the vehicle.
is driven with the liftgate, hatch/trunk monoxide, see Engine Exhaust 0 188.
open, or with any objects that pass See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Trunk Release Operation 0 7.
through the seal between the body and
the hatch/trunk or liftgate. Engine To open the trunk the vehicle must be off or
exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO) the shift lever must be in P (Park).
which cannot be seen or smelled. It can . Press X twice quickly on the RKE
cause unconsciousness and even death. transmitter.
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Emergency Trunk Release Handle

After pulling the emergency trunk release The indicator light, on the instrument panel
handle, push the handle back into the bezel. near the windshield, indicates the status of
Caution the system:
Do not use the emergency trunk release Vehicle Security Off : Alarm system is disarmed.
handle as a tie-down or anchor point
This vehicle has theft-deterrent features; On Solid : Vehicle is secured during the
when securing items in the trunk as it however, they do not make the vehicle delay to arm the system.
could damage the handle. impossible to steal. Fast Flash : Vehicle is unsecured. A door, the
There is a glow-in-the-dark emergency trunk Vehicle Alarm System hood, or the trunk is open.
release handle on the trunk lid. This handle Slow Flash : Alarm system is armed.
glows following exposure to light. Pull the This vehicle has an anti-theft alarm system.
release handle to open the trunk from the Arming the Alarm System
inside. 1. Close the trunk and the hood. Turn off
the vehicle.
2. Lock the vehicle in one of three ways:
. Use the RKE transmitter.
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. Use the Keyless Access system, Disarming the Alarm System Immobilizer
if equipped.
Do one of the following to disarm the alarm See Radio Frequency Statement 0 328.
. With a door open, press the
system or turn off the alarm if it has been
inside Q. activated: Immobilizer Operation
3. After 30 seconds the alarm system will . Press K on the RKE transmitter. This vehicle has a passive theft-deterrent
arm, and the indicator light will begin to . Unlock the vehicle using the Keyless system.
slowly flash indicating the alarm system
Access system, if equipped. The system does not have to be manually
is operating. Pressing Q on the RKE
. Start the vehicle. armed or disarmed.
transmitter a second time will bypass
the 30-second delay and immediately To avoid setting off the alarm by accident: The vehicle is automatically immobilized
arm the alarm system. . Lock the vehicle after all occupants have when the transmitter leaves the vehicle.
The vehicle alarm system will not arm if the left the vehicle and all doors are closed. The immobilization system is disarmed
doors are locked with the key. . Always unlock a door with the RKE when the ignition button is pushed in and a
transmitter or use the Keyless Access valid transmitter is in the vehicle.
If the driver door is opened without first
system, if equipped.
unlocking with the RKE transmitter, the horn
will chirp and the lights will flash to indicate Unlocking the driver door with the key will
pre-alarm. If the vehicle is not started, not disarm the system or turn off the alarm.
or the door is not unlocked by pressing K How to Detect a Tamper Condition
on the RKE transmitter during the 10-second
pre-alarm, the alarm will be activated. If K is pressed on the RKE transmitter and
If a door, the hood, or the trunk is opened the horn chirps and the lights flash three The security light on the instrument cluster
without first disarming the system, the turn times, an alarm occurred previously while comes on when there is a problem with
signals will flash and the horn will sound for the alarm system was armed. arming or disarming the theft-deterrent
about 30 seconds. The alarm system will If the alarm has been activated, a message system.
then re-arm to monitor for the next will appear on the Driver Information The system has one or more transmitters
unauthorized event. Center (DIC). matched to an immobilizer control unit in
the vehicle. Only a correctly matched
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transmitter will start the vehicle. If the Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors
transmitter is ever damaged, you may not
be able to start your vehicle. Convex Mirrors
When trying to start the vehicle, the
security light comes on briefly when the { Warning
ignition is turned on.
A convex mirror can make things, like
If the vehicle does not start and the security other vehicles, look farther away than
light stays on, there is a problem with the they really are. If you cut too sharply
system. Turn the vehicle off and try again. into the right lane, you could hit a
If the RKE transmitter appears to be vehicle on the right. Check the inside
undamaged, try another transmitter, mirror or glance over your shoulder
or place the transmitter in the transmitter before changing lanes.
pocket. See “Starting the Vehicle with a Low
Transmitter Battery” under Remote Keyless The passenger side mirror is convex shaped. To adjust the mirrors:
Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 7. A convex mirror's surface is curved so more
can be seen from the driver seat. 1. Press } or | to select the driver or
If the vehicle does not start with the other passenger side mirror. The indicator light
transmitter or when the transmitter is in the will illuminate.
transmitter pocket, the vehicle needs service.
See your dealer who can service the 2. Press the arrows on the control pad to
theft-deterrent system and have a new move the mirror in the desired direction.
transmitter programmed to the vehicle. 3. Adjust each outside mirror so that a little
of the vehicle and the area behind it can
Do not leave the key or device that disarms
be seen.
or deactivates the theft-deterrent system in
the vehicle. 4. Press } or | again to deselect the
mirror.
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Memory Mirrors Heated Mirrors Interior Mirrors
The vehicle may have memory mirrors. See If equipped with heated mirrors:
Memory Seats 0 32. Interior Rearview Mirrors
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
K : The rear window defogger also heats Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view
the outside mirrors.
The vehicle may have SBZA. See Side Blind of the area behind the vehicle.
See Dual Automatic Climate Control System
Zone Alert (SBZA) 0 214. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the
0 166.
Lane Change Alert (LCA) mirror. Use a soft towel dampened with
Reverse Tilt Mirrors water.
The vehicle may have LCA. See Lane Change
Alert (LCA) 0 214. If equipped with reverse tilt mirrors and Manual Rearview Mirror
memory seats, the passenger and/or driver
Turn Signal Indicator If equipped, push the tab forward for
mirror tilts to a preselected position when
The vehicle may have a turn signal indicator daytime use and pull it rearward for
the vehicle is in R (Reverse). This allows the
on the mirror housings. The indicator will nighttime use to avoid glare of the
curb to be seen when parallel parking.
flash when a turn signal or the hazard headlamps from behind.
The mirror(s) may move from their tilted
warning flashers are used. Automatic Dimming Rearview
position when:
Folding Mirrors . The vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse), Mirror
or remains in R (Reverse) for about
Manual Folding Mirrors 30 seconds. If equipped, automatic dimming reduces the
glare of headlamps from behind. The
The mirrors can be folded inward toward . The vehicle is turned off.
dimming feature comes on when the vehicle
the vehicle to prevent damage when going . The vehicle is driven in R (Reverse) above is started.
through an automatic car wash. Push the a set speed.
mirror outward to return it to the original
position. To turn this feature on or off, see Vehicle
Personalization 0 100.
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Windows Power Windows Using the window switch, press to open or
pull to close the window.
{ Warning { Warning The windows may be temporarily disabled if
Children could be seriously injured or they are used repeatedly within a
Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a short time.
pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the killed if caught in the path of a closing
windows closed in warm or hot weather. window. Never leave the Remote Keyless Window Lockout
They can be overcome by the extreme Entry (RKE) transmitter in a vehicle with
heat and suffer permanent injuries or children. When there are children in the
even death from heat stroke. rear seat, use the window lockout switch
to prevent operation of the windows. See
Keys 0 6.

This feature stops the rear door passenger

window switches from working.
Press 2 to engage the rear window
The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to lockout feature. The indicator light is on
improve fuel economy performance. This when engaged.
may result in a pulsing sound when either The power windows work when the vehicle
rear window is down and the front windows is on, in ACC/ACCESSORY, or when Retained Press 2 again to disengage.
are up. To reduce the sound, open either a Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See
front window or the sunroof, if equipped. Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 186.
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Window Express Movement Remote Window Operation
Warning (Continued)
All windows can be opened without holding If equipped, this feature allows the windows
the window switch. Press the switch down damaged. Before using automatic reversal to be opened remotely. If enabled in vehicle
system override, make sure that all
fully and quickly release to express-open the personalization, press and hold " on the
window. people and obstructions are clear of the
RKE transmitter. See Vehicle Personalization
window path. 0 100.
If equipped, pull the window switch up fully
and quickly release to express-close the When the engine is on, override the
window. Sun Visors
automatic reversal system by pulling and
Briefly press or pull the window switch in holding the window switch if conditions
the same direction to stop that window’s prevent it from closing.
express movement.
Programming the Power Windows
Window Automatic Reversal System Programming may be necessary if the
The express-close feature will reverse vehicle's battery has been disconnected or
window movement if it comes in contact discharged. If the window is unable to
with an object. Extreme cold or ice could express-up, program each express-close
cause the window to auto-reverse. The window:
window will operate normally after the 1. Close all doors. Pull the sun visor down to block glare.
object or condition is removed. Detach the sun visor from the center mount
2. Turn the ignition on or to ACC/
to pivot to the side window, or to extend
Automatic Reversal System Override ACCESSORY.
along the rod, if available.
3. Partially open the window to be
The vehicle may have mirror lamps. The
{ Warning programmed. Then close it and continue
lamps turn on and off when the cover is
to pull the switch briefly after the
If automatic reversal system override is opened and closed.
window has fully closed.
active, the window will not reverse
automatically. You or others could be 4. Open the window and continue to press
injured and the window could be the switch briefly after the window has
(Continued) fully opened.
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Roof Sunroof Express Operation The sunroof cannot be opened or closed if
the vehicle has an electrical failure.
Press and release D (1) to vent. Press and
Sunroof release again to express-open. Press D (1) Automatic Reversal System
If equipped, the ignition must be on or in at any time to stop movement. Press and The sunroof has an automatic reversal
ACC/ACCESSORY, or Retained Accessory release g (1) to express-close. Press g system that is only active when the sunroof
Power (RAP) must be active to operate the (1) at any time to stop movement. is operated in express-close mode.
sunroof. See Ignition Positions 0 182 and
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 186. Sunroof Manual Operation If an object is in the path while express
The sunroof can change to manual mode by closing, the reversal system will detect an
object, stop, and open the sunroof or power
holding D (1) while opening. The sunroof
shade slightly.
will now open as long as D (1) is held.
Press and release again to change back to If frost or other conditions prevent closing,
express operation. override the feature by closing the sunroof
in manual mode. To stop movement, release
Power Sunshade Express Operation the switch.
Press and release C (2) to express-open the
power sunshade. Press C (2) at any time to
stop movement. Press and release Q (2)
to express-close the power sunshade. Press
Q (2) at any time to stop movement.
1. Sunroof Switch Power Sunshade Manual Operation
2. Sunshade Switch The power sunshade can change to manual
mode by holding C (2) while opening. The
power sunshade will now open as long as
C (2) is held. Press and release again to
change back to express operation.
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Dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof
seal or in the track. This could cause an
issue with sunroof operation or noise.
It could also plug the water drainage
system. Periodically open the sunroof and
remove any obstacles or loose debris. Wipe
the sunroof seal and roof sealing area using
a clean cloth, mild soap, and water. Do not
remove grease from the sunroof.
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Seats and Restraints Airbag System
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Head Restraints
Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Head Restraints When Should an Airbag Inflate? . . . . . . . . 47 { Warning
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 What Makes an Airbag Inflate? . . . . . . . . 48 With head restraints that are not
Front Seats How Does an Airbag Restrain? . . . . . . . . . 48 installed and adjusted properly, there is a
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 What Will You See after an Airbag greater chance that occupants will suffer
Power Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 a neck/spinal injury in a crash. Do not
Lumbar Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Passenger Sensing System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 drive until the head restraints for all
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Servicing the Airbag-Equipped occupants are installed and adjusted
Memory Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 properly.
Heated and Ventilated Front Seats . . . . . 34 Adding Equipment to the
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Rear Seats Airbag System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Replacing Airbag System Parts after a
Rear Seat Armrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Heated Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Child Restraints
Seat Belts Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Infants and Young Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Buckle To Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Child Restraint Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
How to Wear Seat Belts Properly . . . . . . 39 Where to Put the Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children
Seat Belt Use During Pregnancy . . . . . . . . 43 (LATCH System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Seat Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Replacing LATCH System Parts After a
Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Adjust the head restraint so that the top of
Seat Belt Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat the restraint is at the same height as the
Replacing Seat Belt System Parts after a Belt in the Rear Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 top of the occupant's head. This position
Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat reduces the chance of a neck injury in a
Belt in the Front Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 crash.
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Front Seat Rear Seat removal. In the event of an emergency, the
following can be used as removal and
The vehicle's front seats have adjustable The vehicle's rear seats have adjustable head
installation instructions. Store the removed
head restraints in the outboard seating restraints in the outboard seating positions.
head restraints in a secure place. Reinstall
positions.
the head restraints before the seating
position is occupied.
Head Restraint Removal and
Reinstallation
To remove the head restraint:
1. Partially fold the seatback forward. See
Rear Seats 0 35 for additional
information.

The height of the head restraint can be

To raise or lower the head restraint, press adjusted. Pull the head restraint up to raise
the button located on the side of the head it. Try to move the head restraint to make
restraint and pull up or push the head sure that it is locked in place.
restraint down and release the button. To lower the head restraint, press the
Pull and push on the head restraint after the button, located on the top of the seatback,
button is released to make sure that it is and push the head restraint down. Try to
locked in place. move the head restraint after the button is
The front seat outboard head restraints are released to make sure that it is locked in
not removable. place.
2. Press both buttons on the head restraint
The rear seat outboard head restraints are posts at the same time, and pull up on
not intended to be removed. If removal is the head restraint.
required see your dealer for assistance with
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3. Store the head restraint in a secure 1. Insert the head restraint posts into the
place. holes in the top of the seatback. The
notches on the posts must face the
{ Warning driver side of the vehicle.
With head restraints that are not 2. Push the head restraint down.
installed and adjusted properly, there is a If necessary, press the height adjustment
greater chance that occupants will suffer release button to further lower the head
a neck/spinal injury in a crash. Do not restraint. See Rear Seats 0 35.
drive until the head restraints for all 3. Try to move the head restraint to make
occupants are installed and adjusted sure that it is locked in place.
properly.

To reinstall the head restraint:

Front Seats To adjust a manual seat:
Seat Adjustment 1. Pull the handle at the front of the seat.
2. Slide the seat to the desired position and
{ Warning release the handle.
You can lose control of the vehicle if you 3. Try to move the seat back and forth to
try to adjust a driver seat while the be sure it is locked in place.
vehicle is moving. Adjust the driver seat
only when the vehicle is not moving.
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Manual Seat Height Adjuster Lumbar Adjustment

To adjust a power seat, if equipped:

. Move the seat forward or rearward by
Move the lever on the outboard side of the If equipped, press and hold the front or rear
seat up or down to manually adjust the seat sliding the control forward or rearward.
of the control to increase or decrease
height. . Raise or lower the front part of the seat
lumbar support.
cushion by moving the front of the
Power Seat Adjustment control up or down. Reclining Seatbacks
. Raise or lower the entire seat by moving
{ Warning the entire control up or down. { Warning
The power seats will work with the . Raise or lower the rear part of the seat
Sitting in a reclined position when the
ignition off. Children could operate the cushion by moving the back of the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous.
power seats and be injured. Never leave control up or down.
Even when buckled up, the seat belts
children alone in the vehicle. To adjust the seatback, see Reclining cannot do their job.
Seatbacks 0 30. (Continued)
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Do not have a seatback reclined if the 2. Move the seatback to the desired
Warning (Continued) vehicle is moving. position, and then release the lever to
The shoulder belt will not be against lock the seatback in place.
Manual Reclining Seatbacks
your body. Instead, it will be in front of 3. Push and pull on the seatback to make
you. In a crash, you could go into it, sure it is locked.
receiving neck or other injuries.
{ Warning
To return the seatback to the upright
If either seatback is not locked, it could
The lap belt could go up over your position:
move forward in a sudden stop or crash.
abdomen. The belt forces would be there, That could cause injury to the person 1. Lift the lever fully without applying
not at your pelvic bones. This could cause sitting there. Always push and pull on pressure to the seatback, and the
serious internal injuries. the seatbacks to be sure they are locked. seatback will return to the upright
position.
For proper protection when the vehicle is
in motion, have the seatback upright. 2. Push and pull on the seatback to make
Then sit well back in the seat and wear sure it is locked.
the seat belt properly. Power Reclining Seatbacks

To recline a manual seatback:

1. Lift the lever.

To adjust a power seatback, if available:

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. Tilt the top of the control rearward to Before saving, adjust all available memory Vehicle, then Seating Position, and then
recline. feature positions. Turn the vehicle on and Seat Entry Memory. Select On or Off. See
. Tilt the top of the control forward to then press and release SET; a beep will “Seat Entry Memory” later in this section.
raise. sound. Then immediately press and hold 1, . To begin Seat Exit Memory movement
2, or B (Exit) until two beeps sound. To when the vehicle is turned off and the
Memory Seats manually recall these positions, press and driver door is opened, or when the vehicle
hold 1, 2, or B until the saved position is is turned off with the driver door already
reached. Follow the instructions under opened, select the Settings menu, then
“Saving Memory Positions.” Vehicle, then Seating Position, and then
Seat Exit Memory. Select On or Off. See
The vehicle identifies the current driver’s RKE “Seat Exit Memory” later in this section.
transmitter number (1–8). See Remote
. See Vehicle Personalization 0 100 for
Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 7.
Only RKE transmitters 1 and 2 can be used additional setting information.
for automatic memory recalls. A Driver Identifying Driver Number
Information Center (DIC) welcome message To identify the driver number:
indicating the transmitter number may
display for the first few ignition cycles 1. Move your RKE transmitter away from
following a transmitter change. For Seat the vehicle.
Entry Memory to work properly, save the 2. Start the vehicle with another key or RKE
If equipped, memory seats allow two drivers
positions to the memory button (1 or 2) transmitter. The DIC should display the
to save and recall their unique seat positions
matching the RKE transmitter number driver number for the other RKE
for driving the vehicle, and a shared exit
displayed in the DIC welcome message. transmitter. Turn the vehicle off and
position for getting out of the vehicle. Other
Carry the linked RKE transmitter when remove the key or RKE transmitter from
feature positions may also be saved, such as
entering the vehicle. the vehicle.
power mirrors and power steering wheel,
if equipped. Memory positions are linked to Vehicle Personalization Settings 3. Start the vehicle with the initial key or
RKE transmitter 1 or 2 for automatic . To have the Seat Entry Memory RKE transmitter. The DIC should display
memory recalls. movement begin when the vehicle is the driver number of your RKE
started, select the Settings menu, then transmitter.
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Saving Memory Positions To save the position for B and Seat Exit Seat Entry Memory
Read these instructions completely before Memory features, repeat Steps 1–4 using The vehicle identifies the number of the
saving memory positions. B. This saves the position for getting out current driver’s RKE transmitter (1–8). See
To save preferred driving positions 1 and 2: of the vehicle. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Save preferred memory feature positions to Operation 0 7. If the RKE transmitter is 1 or
1. Turn the vehicle on or to ACC/ 2, and Seat Entry Memory is enabled in
ACCESSORY. both 1 and 2 if you are the only driver.
vehicle personalization, the positions saved
A DIC welcome message may indicate Manually Recalling Memory Positions to the same memory button number 1 or 2
driver number 1 or 2. Press and hold 1, 2, or B to recall the are automatically recalled when the vehicle
2. Adjust all available memory features to is turned on, or turned from off to ACC/
previously saved memory positions if you
the desired driving position. ACCESSORY. RKE transmitters 3–8 will not
are driver 1 or 2 identified in the DIC
provide automatic memory recalls.
3. Press and release SET; a beep will sound. welcome message.
4. Immediately press and hold the 1 or To turn Seat Entry Memory on or off, see
To stop Manual Memory recall movement,
2 memory button matching the above “Vehicle Personalization Settings” previously
release 1, 2, or B or press any of the in this section and Vehicle Personalization
DIC welcome message until two beeps following controls:
sound. 0 100.
. Power seat
If too much time passes between The shift lever must be in P (Park) to start
. Memory SET
releasing SET and pressing 1, the Seat Entry Memory. Seat Entry Memory
. Power mirror, with the driver or recall will complete if the vehicle is shifted
memory position will not be saved and
two beeps will not sound. Repeat passenger side mirror selected out of P (Park) prior to reaching the saved
Steps 3 and 4. . Power steering wheel, if equipped memory position.
1 or 2 corresponds to the driver number. Manual Memory recall movement for 1, 2, To stop Seat Entry Memory recall
See “Identifying Driver Number” or B buttons may be initiated and may movement, turn the vehicle off or press any
previously in this section. complete to the saved memory position if of the following controls:
5. Repeat Steps 1–4 for a second driver the vehicle is in or out of P (Park). . Power seat
using 1 or 2. . Memory SET, 1, 2, or B
. Power mirror, with the driver or
passenger side mirror selected
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. Power steering wheel, if equipped . Power mirror, with the driver or
If the saved memory seat position does not passenger side mirror selected
automatically recall or recalls to the wrong . Power steering wheel, if equipped
positions, the driver’s RKE transmitter Obstructions
number (1 or 2) may not match the memory
button number that positions were saved to. If something has blocked the driver seat
Try storing the position to the other while recalling a memory position, the recall
memory button or try the other RKE may stop. Remove the obstruction and try
transmitter. the recall again. If the memory position still
does not recall, see your dealer.
Seat Exit Memory
Seat Exit Memory is not linked to an RKE Heated and Ventilated Front
transmitter. The position saved to B is Seats
If available, the buttons are on the climate
used for all drivers. To turn Seat Exit control panel. To operate, the engine must
Memory on or off, see "Vehicle { Warning be running.
Personalization Settings" previously in this If temperature change or pain to the skin
section and Vehicle Personalization 0 100. cannot be felt, the seat heater may cause Press L or M to heat the driver or
passenger seat cushion and seatback.
If turned on, the position saved to B is burns. To reduce the risk of burns, use
Indicator lights on the button show the
automatically recalled when one of the care when using the seat heater,
current setting.
following occurs: especially for long periods of time. Do
. The vehicle is turned off and the driver not place anything on the seat that Press the button once for the highest
door is opened within a short time. insulates against heat, such as a blanket, setting. With each press of the button, the
cushion, cover, or similar item. This may heated seat will change to the next lower
. The vehicle is turned off with the driver
cause the seat heater to overheat. An setting, and then to the off setting. The
door open. lights indicate three for the highest setting
overheated seat heater may cause a burn
To stop Seat Exit Memory movement, press and one for the lowest.
or may damage the seat.
any of the following memory controls: The passenger seat may take longer to
. Power seat heat up.
. Memory SET, 1, 2, or B
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Press { or C to ventilate the driver or Remote Start Auto Heated and Ventilated Rear Seats
passenger seat. Indicator lights on the Seats
button show the current setting. During a remote start, the heated or Rear Seat Reminder
Press the button once for the highest ventilated seats, if equipped, can be turned If equipped, the message REAR SEAT
setting. With each press of the button, the on automatically. When it is cold outside, REMINDER LOOK IN REAR SEAT displays
ventilated seat will change to the next lower the heated seats turn on, and when it is hot under certain conditions indicating there
setting, and then to the off setting. The outside the ventilated seats turn on. The may be an item or passenger in the rear
lights indicate three for the highest setting heated or ventilated seats may be canceled seat. Check before exiting the vehicle.
and one for the lowest. when the ignition is turned on. Press the
button to use the heated or ventilated seats This feature will activate when a second row
Auto Heated Seats after the vehicle is started. door is opened while the vehicle is on or up
When the vehicle is on, this feature will to 10 minutes before the vehicle is turned
The heated or ventilated seat indicator lights on. There will be an alert when the vehicle
automatically activate the heated seats at on the button may not turn on during a
the level required by the vehicle’s interior is turned off. The alert does not directly
remote start. detect objects in the rear seat; instead,
temperature.
The heated seat temperature performance of under certain conditions, it detects when a
The active high, medium, low, or off heated an unoccupied seat may be reduced. This is rear door is opened and closed, indicating
seat level will be indicated by the manual normal. that there may be something in the
heated seat buttons on the center stack. Use rear seat.
the manual heated seat buttons on the The heated or ventilated seats will not turn
center stack to turn auto heated seats off. on during a remote start unless they are The feature is active only once each time
If the passenger seat is unoccupied, the auto enabled in the vehicle personalization menu. the vehicle is turned on and off, and will
heated seats feature will not activate that See Remote Vehicle Start 0 13 and require reactivation by opening and closing
seat. The auto heated seats feature can be Vehicle Personalization 0 100. the second row doors. There may be an
programmed to always be enabled when alert even when there is nothing in the rear
the vehicle is on. seat; for example, if a child entered the
vehicle through the rear door and left the
See Vehicle Personalization 0 100. vehicle without the vehicle being shut off.
The feature can be turned on or off. See
Vehicle Personalization 0 100.
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Folding the Seatback
Either side of the seatback can be folded
down for more cargo space. Fold a seatback
only when the vehicle is not moving.

Caution
Folding a rear seat with the seat belts
still fastened may cause damage to the
seat or the seat belts. Always unbuckle
the seat belts and return them to their
normal stowed position before folding a
rear seat.
3. Disconnect the rear seat belt mini-latch, 4. Open the trunk and pull the seatback
The release levers for folding the rear using a key in the slot on the release lever to fold the rear seat.
seatbacks are located in the trunk. To fold mini-buckle.
the seatback down:
1. Lower the rear seat head restraints
completely. See Head Restraints 0 27.
2. Lift the rear seat armrest and place it in
the folded position, if necessary. See
Rear Seat Armrest 0 37.

5. Fold the seatback forward.

Let the belt retract.
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Repeat the steps for the other seatback, The center rear seat belt may lock when Rear Seat Armrest
if desired. you raise the seatback. If this happens,
let the belt go back all the way and start
Raising the Seatback again.
2. Push and pull the top of the seatback to
{ Warning be sure it is locked into position.
If either seatback is not locked, it could
move forward in a sudden stop or crash.
That could cause injury to the person
sitting there. Always push and pull on
the seatbacks to be sure they are locked.

{ Warning
A seat belt that is improperly routed, not If equipped, the rear seat has an armrest in
properly attached, or twisted will not the center of the seatback. Lower the
provide the protection needed in a crash. armrest to access the two cupholders.
The person wearing the belt could be To fold, lift the armrest up and push it
seriously injured. After raising the rear 3. Reconnect the rear seat belt mini-latch to rearward until it is flush with the seatback.
seatback, always check to be sure that the mini-buckle. Do not let it twist.
the seat belts are properly routed and Heated Rear Seats
4. Pull on the seat belt to be sure the
attached, and are not twisted. mini-latch is secure.
{ Warning
To raise a seatback: 5. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for the other
If temperature change or pain to the skin
seatback, if necessary.
1. Lift the seatback up and push it rearward cannot be felt, the seat heater may cause
to lock it in place. Make sure the seat When the seat is not in use, it should be burns. See the Warning under Heated
belt is not twisted or caught in the kept in the upright, locked position. and Ventilated Front Seats 0 34.
seatback.
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Why Seat Belts Work
Warning (Continued)
wearing seat belts, injuries can be much
worse than if you are wearing seat belts.
You can be seriously injured or killed by
hitting things inside the vehicle harder or
by being ejected from the vehicle. In
addition, anyone who is not buckled up
can strike other passengers in the vehicle.
It is extremely dangerous to ride in a
cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle.
In a collision, passengers riding in these
With the engine running, press L to heat areas are more likely to be seriously
the left or right outboard seat cushion. An injured or killed. Do not allow passengers When riding in a vehicle, you travel as fast
indicator light on the button will turn on to ride in any area of the vehicle that is as the vehicle does. If the vehicle stops
when the heated seat is on. Press the not equipped with seats and seat belts. suddenly, you keep going until something
button again to turn this feature off. The stops you. It could be the windshield, the
indicator will turn off. Always wear a seat belt, and check that
instrument panel, or the seat belts!
all passenger(s) are restrained
When you wear a seat belt, you and the
Seat Belts properly too.
vehicle slow down together. There is more
This section describes how to use seat belts This vehicle has indicators as a reminder to time to stop because you stop over a longer
properly, and some things not to do. buckle the seat belts. See Seat Belt distance and, when worn properly, your
Reminders 0 85. strongest bones take the forces from the
{ Warning seat belts. That is why wearing seat belts
makes such good sense.
Do not let anyone ride where a seat belt
cannot be worn properly. In a crash,
if you or your passenger(s) are not
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Questions and Answers About Seat Belts pedal is pressed with the vehicle in P (Park), Restraints” in the Index for information
a message displays in the Driver Information about the importance of proper
Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a
Center (DIC). Buckle the driver seat belt to restraint use.
crash if I am wearing a seat belt?
shift out of P (Park). Shifting from P (Park) If the driver seat belt, and in some vehicles
A: You could be — whether you are will be prevented once for each ignition the front passenger seat belt, is unbuckled
wearing a seat belt or not. Your chance cycle. when driving, the seat belt reminder chime
of being conscious during and after a
For some fleet vehicles, the feature is and light(s) will come on. See Seat Belt
crash, so you can unbuckle and get out,
always ON and it cannot be turned OFF in Reminders 0 85. This feature may not
is much greater if you are belted.
the infotainment system. Shifting from function properly if the airbag readiness
Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why should I P (Park) will be prevented each time the light is on. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 85.
have to wear seat belts? above conditions exist.
A: Airbags are supplemental systems only. On some models, Buckle to Drive may also
How to Wear Seat Belts Properly
They work with seat belts — not instead prevent shifting out of P (Park) if a front Follow these rules for everyone's protection.
of them. Whether or not an airbag is passenger is unbuckled under similar There are additional things to know about
provided, all occupants still have to conditions. A message displays in the DIC. seat belts and children, including smaller
buckle up to get the most protection. Buckle the front passenger seat belt to shift children and infants. If a child will be riding
Also, in nearly all states and in all out of P (Park). This feature may not allow in the vehicle, see Older Children 0 55 or
Canadian provinces, the law requires the vehicle to shift out of P (Park) if an Infants and Young Children 0 56. Review
wearing seat belts. object, such as a briefcase, handbag, grocery and follow the rules for children in addition
bag, laptop, or other electronic device, is on to the following rules.
Buckle To Drive the front passenger seat. If this happens,
remove the object from the seat or buckle It is very important for all occupants to
If equipped, this feature prevents the vehicle the seat belt to shift out of P (Park). buckle up. Statistics show that unbelted
from shifting out of P (Park) when the driver people are hurt more often in crashes than
seat belt is not buckled. The Buckle to Drive If the driver, or on some vehicles, the those who are wearing seat belts.
feature must be turned ON in the present front passenger remains unbuckled,
infotainment system to work. See Vehicle the DIC message will turn off after several There are important things to know about
Personalization 0 100 and if equipped, Teen seconds and the vehicle can be shifted out wearing a seat belt properly.
Driver 0 153. If the engine is running, the of P (Park). See “Seat Belts” and “Child
driver seat belt is not buckled, and the brake
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{ Warning
You can be seriously injured, or even
killed, by not wearing your seat belt
properly.

. Sit up straight and always keep your feet Never allow the lap or shoulder belt to
on the floor in front of you (if possible). become loose or twisted.
. Always use the correct buckle for your
seating position.
. Wear the lap part of the belt low and
snug on the hips, just touching the
thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the
strong pelvic bones and you would be
less likely to slide under the lap belt.
If you slid under it, the belt would apply
force on your abdomen. This could cause
serious or even fatal injuries.
. Wear the shoulder belt over the shoulder
and across the chest. These parts of the
body are best able to take belt
restraining forces. The shoulder belt locks
if there is a sudden stop or crash.
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If you are using a rear seating position with
a detachable seat belt and the seat belt is
not attached, see Rear Seats 0 35 for
instructions on reconnecting the seat belt to
the mini-buckle.
The following instructions explain how to
wear a lap-shoulder belt properly.
1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is adjustable,
so you can sit up straight. To see how,
see “Seats” in the Index.

Never wear the shoulder belt under both Never route the lap or shoulder belt over an
arms or behind your back. armrest.

{ Warning
The seat belt can be pinched if it is
routed under plastic trim on the seat,
such as trim around the rear seatback
folding handle or side airbag. In a crash,
pinched seat belts might not be able to
provide adequate protection. Never allow
seat belts to be routed under plastic trim 2. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt
pieces. across you. Do not let it get twisted.

Lap-Shoulder Belt
Always use the correct buckle for your All seating positions in the vehicle have a
seating position. lap-shoulder belt.
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The lap-shoulder belt may lock if you
pull the belt across you very quickly.
If this happens, let the belt go back
slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt
across you more slowly.
If the shoulder portion of a passenger
belt is pulled out all the way, the child
restraint locking feature may be
engaged. See Child Restraint Systems
0 58. If this occurs, let the belt go back
all the way and start again. If the
locking feature stays engaged after
letting the belt go back to stowed
3. Push the latch plate into the buckle until 4. To make the lap part tight, pull up on
position on the seat, move the seat
it clicks. the shoulder belt.
rearward or recline the seat until the
shoulder belt retractor lock releases. If the latch plate will not go fully into
the buckle, check if the correct buckle is
Engaging the child restraint locking
being used.
feature in the front outboard seating
position may affect the passenger Pull up on the latch plate to make sure
sensing system. See Passenger Sensing it is secure. If the belt is not long
System 0 50. enough, see Seat Belt Extender 0 43.
Position the release button on the buckle
so that the seat belt could be quickly
unbuckled if necessary.
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To unlatch the belt, push the button on the Pretensioners work only once. If the
buckle. The belt should return to its stowed pretensioners activate in a crash, the
position. pretensioners and probably other parts of
Always stow the seat belt slowly. If the seat the vehicle's seat belt system will need to
belt webbing returns quickly to the stowed be replaced. See Replacing Seat Belt System
position, the retractor may lock and cannot Parts after a Crash 0 44.
be pulled out. If this happens, pull the seat Do not sit on the outboard seat belt while
belt straight out firmly to unlock the entering or exiting the vehicle or at any
webbing, and then release it. If the webbing time while sitting in the seat. Sitting on the
is still locked in the retractor, see your seat belt can damage the webbing and
dealer. hardware.
Before a door is closed, be sure the seat belt Rear Seat Belt Comfort Guides
is out of the way. If a door is slammed A pregnant woman should wear a
against a seat belt, damage can occur to Rear seat belt comfort guides may provide lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should
both the seat belt and the vehicle. added seat belt comfort for older children be worn as low as possible, below the
who have outgrown booster seats and for rounding, throughout the pregnancy.
Seat Belt Pretensioners some adults. When installed on a shoulder
belt, the comfort guide positions the The best way to protect the fetus is to
This vehicle has seat belt pretensioners for protect the mother. When a seat belt is
the front outboard occupants. Although the shoulder belt away from the neck and head.
worn properly, it is more likely that the
seat belt pretensioners cannot be seen, they Comfort guides are available through your fetus will not be hurt in a crash. For
are part of the seat belt assembly. They can dealer for the rear outboard seating pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to
help tighten the seat belts during the early positions. Instructions are included with the making seat belts effective is wearing them
stages of a moderate to severe frontal, near guides. properly.
frontal, or rear crash if the threshold
conditions for pretensioner activation are Seat Belt Use During Pregnancy Seat Belt Extender
met. Seat belt pretensioners can also help Seat belts work for everyone, including
tighten the seat belts in a side crash or a If the vehicle's seat belt will fasten around
pregnant women. Like all occupants, they you, you should use it.
rollover event. are more likely to be seriously injured if
they do not wear seat belts.
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But if a seat belt is not long enough, your reversing the latch plate on the webbing.
dealer will order you an extender. When If the twist cannot be corrected, ask your Warning (Continued)
you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat dealer to fix it. provide adequate protection. Clean and
you will wear, so the extender will be long Make sure the seat belt reminder light is rinse seat belt webbing only with mild
enough for you. To help avoid personal working. See Seat Belt Reminders 0 85. soap and lukewarm water. Allow the
injury, do not let someone else use it, and webbing to dry.
use it only for the seat it is made to fit. The Keep seat belts clean and dry. See Seat Belt
extender has been designed for adults. Care 0 44.
Never use it for securing child restraints. For
Replacing Seat Belt System Parts
more information on the proper use and fit Seat Belt Care after a Crash
of seat belt extenders see the instruction Keep belts clean and dry.
sheet that comes with the extender.
Seat belts should be properly cared for and
{ Warning
Safety System Check maintained. A crash can damage the seat belt system
in the vehicle. A damaged seat belt
Periodically check the seat belt reminder, Seat belt hardware should be kept dry and
system may not properly protect the
seat belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, free of dust or debris. As necessary, exterior
hard surfaces and seat belt webbing may be person using it, resulting in serious injury
shoulder belt height adjusters (if equipped), or even death in a crash. To help make
and seat belt anchorages to make sure they lightly cleaned with mild soap and water.
Ensure there is not excessive dust or debris sure the seat belt systems are working
are all in working order. Look for any other
in the mechanism. If dust or debris exists in properly after a crash, have them
loose or damaged seat belt system parts
the system please see the dealer. Parts may inspected and any necessary
that might keep a seat belt system from
performing properly. See your dealer to need to be replaced to ensure proper replacements made as soon as possible.
have it repaired. Torn, frayed, or twisted functionality of the system.
After a minor crash, replacement of seat
seat belts may not protect you in a crash.
{ Warning belts may not be necessary. But the seat
Torn or frayed seat belts can rip apart under
belt assemblies that were used during any
impact forces. If a belt is torn or frayed, Do not bleach or dye seat belt webbing. crash may have been stressed or damaged.
have it replaced immediately. If a belt is It may severely weaken the webbing. In See your dealer to have the seat belt
twisted, it may be possible to untwist by a crash, they might not be able to assemblies inspected or replaced.
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New parts and repairs may be necessary . A roof-rail airbag for the front outboard
even if the seat belt system was not being passenger and the passenger seated { Warning
used at the time of the crash. directly behind the front outboard You can be severely injured or killed in a
passenger crash if you are not wearing your seat
Have the seat belt pretensioners checked if
the vehicle has been in a crash, or if the All vehicle airbags have the word AIRBAG on belt, even with airbags. Airbags are
airbag readiness light stays on after you the trim or on a label near the deployment designed to work with seat belts, not
start the vehicle or while you are driving. opening. replace them. Also, airbags are not
See Airbag Readiness Light 0 85. For frontal airbags, the word AIRBAG is on designed to inflate in every crash. In
the center of the steering wheel for the some crashes seat belts are the only
Airbag System driver and on the instrument panel for the restraint. See When Should an Airbag
front outboard passenger. Inflate? 0 47.
The vehicle has the following airbags:
. A frontal airbag for the driver For knee airbags, the word AIRBAG is on the Wearing your seat belt during a crash
lower part of the instrument panel. helps reduce your chance of hitting
. A frontal airbag for the front outboard
For seat-mounted side impact airbags, the things inside the vehicle or being ejected
passenger
word AIRBAG is on the side of the seatback from it. Airbags are “supplemental
. A knee airbag for the driver
or side of the seat closest to the door. restraints” to the seat belts. Everyone in
. A knee airbag for the front outboard the vehicle should wear a seat belt
passenger For roof-rail airbags, the word AIRBAG is on properly, whether or not there is an
. A seat-mounted side impact airbag for the the ceiling or trim.
airbag for that person.
driver Airbags are designed to supplement the
. A seat-mounted side impact airbag for the protection provided by seat belts. Even
front outboard passenger though today's airbags are also designed to { Warning
. Seat-mounted side impact airbags for the help reduce the risk of injury from the force
Because airbags inflate with great force
second row outboard passengers of an inflating bag, all airbags must inflate
and faster than the blink of an eye,
. A roof-rail airbag for the driver and the very quickly to do their job.
anyone who is up against, or very close
passenger seated directly behind the Here are the most important things to know to, any airbag when it inflates can be
driver about the airbag system: seriously injured or killed. Do not sit
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The front outboard passenger frontal airbag
Warning (Continued) is in the passenger side instrument panel.
unnecessarily close to any airbag, as you
would be if sitting on the edge of the
seat or leaning forward. Seat belts help
keep you in position before and during a
crash. Always wear a seat belt, even with There is an airbag readiness light on the
airbags. The driver should sit as far back instrument cluster, which shows the airbag
as possible while still maintaining control symbol. The system checks the airbag
of the vehicle. The seat belts and the electrical system for malfunctions. The light
front outboard passenger airbags are tells you if there is an electrical problem.
most effective when you are sitting well See Airbag Readiness Light 0 85.
back and upright in the seat with both
feet on the floor.
Where Are the Airbags?
Occupants should not lean on or sleep The driver knee airbag is below the steering
against the door or side windows in column. The front outboard passenger knee
seating positions with seat-mounted side airbag is below the glove box.
impact airbags and/or roof-rail airbags.

{ Warning
Children who are up against, or very
close to, any airbag when it inflates can
be seriously injured or killed. Always
secure children properly in the vehicle. To
read how, see Older Children 0 55 or
The driver frontal airbag is in the center of
Infants and Young Children 0 56. the steering wheel.
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Warning (Continued)
do not attach or put anything on the
steering wheel hub or on or near any
other airbag covering.
Do not use seat accessories that block the
inflation path of a seat-mounted side
impact airbag.
Never secure anything to the roof of a
vehicle with roof-rail airbags by routing a
rope or tie‐down through any door or
Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar Rear Seat Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side window opening. If you do, the path of
Similar an inflating roof-rail airbag will be
The seat-mounted side impact airbags for blocked.
the driver and front outboard passenger are On vehicles with second row seat-mounted
in the side of the seatbacks closest to side impact airbags, they are in the sides of
the door. the rear seatback closest to the door. When Should an Airbag Inflate?
The roof-rail airbags for the driver, front This vehicle is equipped with airbags. See
outboard passenger, and second row { Warning Airbag System 0 45. Airbags are designed to
outboard passengers are in the ceiling above If something is between an occupant and inflate if the impact exceeds the specific
the side windows. airbag system's deployment threshold.
an airbag, the airbag might not inflate
Deployment thresholds are used to predict
properly or it might force the object into how severe a crash is likely to be in time
that person causing severe injury or even for the airbags to inflate and help restrain
death. The path of an inflating airbag the occupants. The vehicle has electronic
must be kept clear. Do not put anything sensors that help the airbag system
between an occupant and an airbag, and determine the severity of the impact.
(Continued) Deployment thresholds can vary with
specific vehicle design.
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Frontal airbags are designed to inflate in Seat-mounted side impact airbags are inflator fills the airbag causing the bag to
moderate to severe frontal or near frontal designed to inflate in moderate to severe break out of the cover. The inflator, the
crashes to help reduce the potential for side crashes depending on the location of airbag, and related hardware are all part of
severe injuries, mainly to the driver's or the impact. Seat-mounted side impact the airbag module.
front outboard passenger's head and chest. airbags are not designed to inflate in frontal For airbag locations, see Where Are the
Whether the frontal airbags will or should impacts, near frontal impacts, rollovers, Airbags? 0 46.
inflate is not based primarily on how fast or rear impacts. A seat-mounted side impact
the vehicle is traveling. It depends on what airbag is designed to inflate on the side of How Does an Airbag Restrain?
is hit, the direction of the impact, and how the vehicle that is struck.
In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal
quickly the vehicle slows down. Roof-rail airbags are designed to inflate in collisions, even belted occupants can contact
Frontal airbags may inflate at different crash moderate to severe side crashes depending the steering wheel or the instrument panel.
speeds depending on whether the vehicle on the location of the impact. In addition, In moderate to severe side collisions, even
hits an object straight on or at an angle, these roof-rail airbags are designed to inflate belted occupants can contact the inside of
and whether the object is fixed or moving, during a rollover or in a severe frontal the vehicle.
rigid or deformable, narrow or wide. impact. Roof-rail airbags are not designed to
inflate in rear impacts. Both roof-rail airbags Airbags supplement the protection provided
Frontal airbags are not intended to inflate will inflate when either side of the vehicle is by seat belts by distributing the force of the
during vehicle rollovers, rear impacts, or in struck or if the sensing system predicts that impact more evenly over the
many side impacts. the vehicle is about to roll over on its side, occupant's body.
In addition, the vehicle has advanced or in a severe frontal impact. Rollover capable roof-rail airbags are
technology frontal airbags. Advanced In any particular crash, no one can say designed to help contain the head and chest
technology frontal airbags adjust the whether an airbag should have inflated of occupants in the outboard seating
restraint according to crash severity. simply because of the vehicle damage or positions in the first and second rows. The
repair costs. rollover capable roof-rail airbags are
Knee airbags are designed to inflate in
designed to help reduce the risk of full or
moderate to severe frontal or near frontal
impacts. Knee airbags are not designed to
What Makes an Airbag Inflate? partial ejection in rollover events, although
no system can prevent all such ejections.
inflate during vehicle rollovers, in rear In a deployment event, the sensing system
impacts, or in many side impacts. sends an electrical signal triggering a release
of gas from the inflator. Gas from the
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But airbags would not help in many types off using the controls for those features.
of collisions, primarily because the { Warning If any of these systems are damaged in the
occupant's motion is not toward those When an airbag inflates, there may be crash they may not operate as normal.
airbags. See When Should an Airbag Inflate? dust in the air. This dust could cause
0 47. breathing problems for people with a { Warning
Airbags should never be regarded as history of asthma or other breathing A crash severe enough to inflate the
anything more than a supplement to seat trouble. To avoid this, everyone in the airbags may have also damaged
belts. vehicle should get out as soon as it is important functions in the vehicle, such
safe to do so. If you have breathing as the fuel system, brake and steering
What Will You See after an problems but cannot get out of the systems, etc. Even if the vehicle appears
Airbag Inflates? vehicle after an airbag inflates, then get to be drivable after a moderate crash,
After frontal, knee, and seat-mounted side fresh air by opening a window or a door. there may be concealed damage that
impact airbags inflate, they quickly deflate, If you experience breathing problems could make it difficult to safely operate
so quickly that some people may not even following an airbag deployment, you the vehicle.
realize the airbags inflated. Roof-rail airbags should seek medical attention.
Use caution if you should attempt to
may still be at least partially inflated for restart the engine after a crash has
some time after they inflate. Some The vehicle has a feature that may
automatically unlock the doors, turn on the occurred.
components of the airbag module may be
hot for several minutes. For location of the interior lamps and hazard warning flashers,
and shut off the fuel system after the In many crashes severe enough to inflate
airbags, see Where Are the Airbags? 0 46. the airbag, windshields are broken by
airbags inflate. The feature may also
The parts of the airbag that come into activate, without airbag inflation, after an vehicle deformation. Additional windshield
contact with you may be warm, but not too event that exceeds a predetermined breakage may also occur from the front
hot to touch. There may be some smoke threshold. After turning the ignition off and outboard passenger airbag.
and dust coming from the vents in the then on again, the fuel system will return to . Airbags are designed to inflate only once.
deflated airbags. Airbag inflation does not normal operation; the doors can be locked, After an airbag inflates, you will need
prevent the driver from seeing out of the the interior lamps can be turned off, and some new parts for the airbag system.
windshield or being able to steer the the hazard warning flashers can be turned If you do not get them, the airbag
vehicle, nor does it prevent people from system will not be there to help protect
leaving the vehicle. you in another crash. A new system will
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include airbag modules and possibly other either the word ON or OFF, and the symbol
parts. The service manual for the vehicle for on or off, will be visible. See Passenger { Warning
covers the need to replace other parts. Airbag Status Indicator 0 86. A child in a rear-facing child restraint can
. The vehicle has a crash sensing and The passenger sensing system turns off the be seriously injured or killed if the
diagnostic module which records front outboard passenger frontal airbag and passenger frontal airbag inflates. This is
information after a crash. See Vehicle knee airbag under certain conditions. No because the back of the rear-facing child
Data Recording and Privacy 0 329 and other airbag is affected by the passenger restraint would be very close to the
Event Data Recorders 0 330. sensing system. inflating airbag. A child in a
. Let only qualified technicians work on the forward-facing child restraint can be
The passenger sensing system works with
airbag systems. Improper service can sensors that are part of the front outboard seriously injured or killed if the passenger
mean that an airbag system will not work passenger seat and seat belt. The sensors frontal airbag inflates and the passenger
properly. See your dealer for service. are designed to detect the presence of a seat is in a forward position.
Passenger Sensing System properly seated occupant and determine if Even if the passenger sensing system has
the front outboard passenger frontal airbag turned off the front outboard passenger
The vehicle has a passenger sensing system and knee airbag should be allowed to inflate airbag(s), no system is fail-safe. No one
for the front outboard passenger position. or not.
The passenger airbag status indicator will can guarantee that an airbag will not
According to accident statistics, children are deploy under some unusual circumstance,
light on the overhead console when the
safer when properly secured in a rear seat even though the airbag(s) are off.
vehicle is started.
in the correct child restraint for their weight
and size. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in
the front seat, even if the airbag is off.
Whenever possible, children age 12 and If securing a forward-facing child restraint
under should be secured in a rear seating in the front outboard passenger seat,
position.
always move the seat as far back as it
Never put a rear-facing child seat in the will go. It is better to secure child
front. This is because the risk to the restraints in the rear seat. Consider using
The words ON and OFF, and the symbols for rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag another vehicle to transport the child
on and off, will be visible during the system inflates. when a rear seat is not available.
check. When the system check is complete,
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The passenger sensing system is designed to For some children, including children in child 1. Turn the vehicle off.
turn off the front outboard passenger restraints and for very small adults, the 2. Remove the child restraint from the
frontal airbag and knee airbag if: passenger sensing system may or may not vehicle.
. The front outboard passenger seat is turn off the front outboard passenger
frontal airbag and knee airbag, depending 3. Remove any additional items from the
unoccupied. seat such as blankets, cushions, seat
. The system determines that an infant is upon the person's seating posture and body
build. Everyone in the vehicle who has covers, seat heaters, or seat massagers.
present in a child restraint. 4. Reinstall the child restraint following the
outgrown child restraints should wear a seat
. A front outboard passenger takes his/her directions provided by the child restraint
belt properly — whether or not there is an
weight off of the seat for a period airbag for that person. manufacturer and refer to Securing Child
of time. Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the
. There is a critical problem with the airbag
system or the passenger sensing system.
{ Warning Front Seat) 0 68 or
Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat
If the airbag readiness light ever comes Belt in the Rear Seat) 0 67.
When the passenger sensing system has on and stays on, it means that
turned off the front outboard passenger Make sure the seat belt retractor is
something may be wrong with the airbag
frontal airbag and knee airbag, the OFF locked by pulling the shoulder belt all
system. To help avoid injury to yourself
indicator will light and stay lit as a reminder the way out of the retractor when
or others, have the vehicle serviced right installing the child restraint, even if the
that the airbags are off. See Passenger
away. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 85 child restraint is equipped with a seat
Airbag Status Indicator 0 86.
for more information, including important belt lock-off. When the retractor lock is
The passenger sensing system is designed to safety information. set, the belt can be tightened but not
turn on the front outboard passenger frontal pulled out of the retractor.
airbag and knee airbag anytime the system If the On Indicator Is Lit for a Child
senses that a person of adult size is sitting 5. If, after reinstalling the child restraint
Restraint and restarting the vehicle, the ON
properly in the front outboard passenger
seat. When the passenger sensing system The passenger sensing system is designed to indicator is still lit, turn the vehicle off.
has allowed the airbag(s) to be enabled, the turn off the front outboard passenger Then slightly recline the vehicle seatback
ON indicator will light and stay lit as a frontal airbag and knee airbag if the system and adjust the seat cushion,
reminder that the airbag(s) are active. determines that an infant is present in a if adjustable, to make sure that the
child restraint. If a child restraint has been vehicle seatback is not pushing the child
installed and the ON indicator is lit: restraint into the seat cushion.
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Also make sure the child restraint is not If a person of adult size is sitting in the 6. Restart the vehicle and have the person
trapped under the vehicle head restraint. front outboard passenger seat, but the OFF remain in this position for two to
If this happens, adjust the head restraint. indicator is lit, it could be because that three minutes after the ON indicator
See Head Restraints 0 27. person is not sitting properly in the seat or is lit.
6. Restart the vehicle. that the child restraint locking feature is
The passenger sensing system may or may
engaged. Use the following steps to allow { Warning
the system to detect that person and enable
not turn off the airbags for a child in a child If the front outboard passenger airbag is
the front outboard passenger frontal airbag
restraint depending upon the child’s size. and knee airbag: turned off for an adult-sized occupant,
It is better to secure the child restraint in a the airbag will not be able to inflate and
rear seat. Never put a rear-facing child 1. Turn the vehicle off. help protect that person in a crash,
restraint in the front seat, even if the ON 2. Remove any additional material from the resulting in an increased risk of serious
indicator is not lit. seat, such as blankets, cushions, seat injury or even death. An adult-sized
covers, seat heaters, or seat massagers. occupant should not ride in the front
If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an 3. Place the seatback in the fully upright outboard passenger seat, if the passenger
Adult-Sized Occupant position. airbag OFF indicator is lit.
4. Have the person sit upright in the seat,
centered on the seat cushion, with legs Additional Factors Affecting System
comfortably extended. Operation
5. If the shoulder portion of the belt is Seat belts help keep the passenger in
pulled out all the way, the child restraint position on the seat during vehicle
locking feature will be engaged. This maneuvers and braking, which helps the
may unintentionally cause the passenger passenger sensing system maintain the
sensing system to turn the airbag off for passenger airbag status. See “Seat Belts”
some adult-sized occupants. If this and “Child Restraints” in the Index for
happens, unbuckle the belt, let the belt additional information about the importance
go back all the way, and then buckle the of proper restraint use.
belt again without pulling the belt out
all the way.
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A thick layer of additional material, such as Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Adding Equipment to the
a blanket or cushion, or aftermarket
equipment such as seat covers, seat heaters, Vehicle Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
and seat massagers can affect how well the Airbags affect how the vehicle should be Adding accessories that change the vehicle's
passenger sensing system operates. We serviced. There are parts of the airbag frame, bumper system, height, front end,
recommend that you not use seat covers or system in several places around the vehicle. or side sheet metal may keep the airbag
other aftermarket equipment except when Your dealer and the service manual have system from working properly.
approved by GM for your specific vehicle. information about servicing the vehicle and The operation of the airbag system can also
See Adding Equipment to the the airbag system. To purchase a service be affected by changing, including
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 53 for more manual, see Publication Ordering improperly repairing or replacing, any parts
information about modifications that can Information 0 327. of the following:
affect how the system operates.
. Airbag system, including airbag modules,
The ON indicator may be lit if an object, { Warning front or side impact sensors, sensing and
such as a briefcase, handbag, grocery bag, For up to 10 seconds after the vehicle is diagnostic module, or airbag wiring
laptop, or other electronic device is put on turned off and the 12‐volt battery is . Front seats, including stitching, seams or
an unoccupied seat. If this is not desired disconnected, an airbag can still inflate zippers
remove the object from the seat. during improper service. You can be . Seat belts
injured if you are close to an airbag
{ Warning when it inflates. Avoid yellow connectors.
. Steering wheel, instrument panel,
overhead console, ceiling trim, or pillar
Stowing articles under the passenger seat They are probably part of the airbag garnish trim
or between the passenger seat cushion system. Be sure to follow proper service . Inner door seals, including speakers
and seatback may interfere with the procedures, and make sure the person
proper operation of the passenger performing work for you is qualified to Your dealer and the service manual have
sensing system. do so. information about the location of the airbag
modules and sensors, sensing and diagnostic
module, and airbag wiring along with the
proper replacement procedures.
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In addition, the vehicle has a passenger will be affected if the vehicle is modified for Replacing Airbag System Parts
sensing system for the front outboard any other reason, call Customer Assistance.
passenger position, which includes sensors See Customer Assistance Offices 0 322. after a Crash
that are part of the passenger seat. The
passenger sensing system may not operate Airbag System Check { Warning
properly if the original seat trim is replaced The airbag system does not need regularly A crash can damage the airbag systems
with non-GM covers, upholstery, or trim; or scheduled maintenance or replacement. in the vehicle. A damaged airbag system
with GM covers, upholstery, or trim Make sure the airbag readiness light is may not properly protect you and your
designed for a different vehicle. Any object, working. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 85. passenger(s) in a crash, resulting in
such as an aftermarket seat heater or a serious injury or even death. To help
comfort-enhancing pad or device, installed Caution make sure the airbag systems are
under or on top of the seat fabric, could
If an airbag covering is damaged, opened, working properly after a crash, have
also interfere with the operation of the
passenger sensing system. This could either or broken, the airbag may not work them inspected and any necessary
prevent proper deployment of the passenger properly. Do not open or break the airbag replacements made as soon as possible.
airbag(s) or prevent the passenger sensing coverings. If there are any opened or
system from properly turning off the broken airbag coverings, have the airbag If an airbag inflates, you will need to
passenger airbag(s). See Passenger Sensing covering and/or airbag module replaced. replace airbag system parts. See your dealer
System 0 50. For the location of the airbags, see Where for service.

If the vehicle has rollover roof-rail airbags, Are the Airbags? 0 46. See your dealer If the airbag readiness light stays on after
see Different Size Tires and Wheels 0 275 for for service. the vehicle is started or comes on when you
additional important information. are driving, the airbag system may not work
properly. Have the vehicle serviced right
If the vehicle must be modified because you away. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 85.
have a disability and have questions about
whether the modifications will affect the
vehicle's airbag system, or if you have
questions about whether the airbag system
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Child Restraints belt comfort guide, if available. See “Rear According to accident statistics, children are
Seat Belt Comfort Guides” under safer when properly restrained in a rear
Older Children Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 41. If a comfort guide seating position.
is not available, or if the shoulder belt In a crash, children who are not buckled up
still does not rest on the shoulder, then can strike other people who are buckled up,
return to the booster seat. or can be thrown out of the vehicle. Older
. Does the lap belt fit low and snug on the children need to use seat belts properly.
hips, touching the thighs? If yes, continue.
If no, return to the booster seat. { Warning
. Can proper seat belt fit be maintained for
Never allow more than one child to wear
the length of the trip? If yes, continue.
If no, return to the booster seat. the same seat belt. The seat belt cannot
properly spread the impact forces. In a
Q: What is the proper way to wear seat crash, they can be crushed together and
belts? seriously injured. A seat belt must be
A: An older child should wear a lap-shoulder used by only one person at a time.
Older children who have outgrown booster belt and get the additional restraint a
seats should wear the vehicle’s seat belts. shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder
belt should not cross the face or neck.
The manufacturer instructions that come The lap belt should fit snugly below the
with the booster seat state the weight and hips, just touching the top of the thighs.
height limitations for that booster. Use a This applies belt force to the child's
booster seat with a lap-shoulder belt until pelvic bones in a crash. It should never
the child passes the fit test below: be worn over the abdomen, which could
. Sit all the way back on the seat. Do the cause severe or even fatal internal
knees bend at the seat edge? If yes, injuries in a crash.
continue. If no, return to the booster seat. Also see “Rear Seat Belt Comfort Guides”
. Buckle the lap-shoulder belt. Does the under Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 41.
shoulder belt rest on the shoulder? If yes,
continue. If no, try using the rear seat
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{ Warning Warning (Continued)

Never allow a child to wear the seat belt tighten but cannot be loosened if it is
shoulder belt under both arms or behind locked. The shoulder belt locks when it is
their back. A child can be seriously pulled all the way out of the retractor.
injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder It unlocks when the shoulder belt is
belt properly. In a crash, the child would allowed to go all the way back into the
not be restrained by the shoulder belt. retractor, but it cannot do this if it is
The child could move too far forward wrapped around a child’s neck. If the
increasing the chance of head and neck shoulder belt is locked and tightened
injury. The child might also slide under around a child’s neck, the only way to
the lap belt. The belt force would then be loosen the belt is to cut it.
applied right on the abdomen. That could Infants and Young Children Never leave children unattended in a
cause serious or fatal injuries. The vehicle and never allow children to play
shoulder belt should go over the shoulder Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This
includes infants and all other children. with the seat belts.
and across the chest.
Neither the distance traveled nor the age
and size of the traveler changes the need, Every time infants and young children ride
for everyone, to use safety restraints. In in vehicles, they should have the protection
fact, the law in every state in the United provided by appropriate child restraints.
States and in every Canadian province says Neither the vehicle's seat belt system nor its
children up to some age must be restrained airbag system is designed for them.
while in a vehicle. Children who are not restrained properly can
strike other people, or can be thrown out of
{ Warning the vehicle.
Children can be seriously injured or
strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped
around their neck. The shoulder belt can
(Continued)
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There are three basic types of child
{ Warning { Warning restraints:
Never hold an infant or a child while Children who are up against, or very . Forward-facing child restraints
riding in a vehicle. Due to crash forces, an close to, any airbag when it inflates can . Rear-facing child restraints
infant or a child will become so heavy it be seriously injured or killed. Never put a . Belt-positioning booster seats
is not possible to hold it during a crash. rear-facing child restraint in the front
For example, in a crash at only outboard seat. Secure a rear-facing child The proper child restraint for your child
40 km/h (25 mph), a 5.5 kg (12 lb) infant restraint in a rear seat. It is also better to depends on their size, weight, and age, and
also on whether the child restraint is
will suddenly become a 110 kg (240 lb) secure a forward-facing child restraint in
compatible with the vehicle in which it will
force on a person's arms. An infant or a rear seat. If you must secure a be used.
child should be secured in an appropriate forward-facing child restraint in the front
child restraint. outboard seat, always move the front For each type of child restraint, there are
passenger seat as far back as it will go. many different models available. When
purchasing a child restraint, be sure it is
designed to be used in a motor vehicle. If it
is, the child restraint will have a label saying
that it meets federal motor vehicle safety
standards.
The instruction manual that is provided with
the child restraint states the weight and
height limitations for that particular child
restraint. In addition, there are many kinds
of child restraints available for children with
special needs.

Child restraints are devices used to restrain,

seat, or position children in the vehicle and
are sometimes called child seats or car seats.
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{ Warning Child Restraint Systems

To reduce the risk of neck and head
injury in a crash, infants and toddlers
should be secured in a rear-facing child
restraint until age two, or until they
reach the maximum height and weight
limits of their child restraint.

{ Warning
A young child's hip bones are still so
Forward-Facing Child Restraint
small that the vehicle seat belt may not
remain low on the hip bones, as it Rear-Facing Infant Restraint A forward-facing child restraint provides
should. Instead, it may settle up around restraint for the child's body with the
the child's abdomen. In a crash, the belt A rear-facing child restraint provides harness.
would apply force on a body area that is restraint with the seating surface against
unprotected by any bony structure. This the back of the infant.
alone could cause serious or fatal injuries. The harness system holds the infant in place
To reduce the risk of serious or fatal and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant
injuries during a crash, young children positioned in the restraint.
should always be secured in an
appropriate child restraint.
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Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in 2. Instruction manual provided with the
the Vehicle child restraint
3. This vehicle owner's manual
{ Warning The child restraint instructions are
A child can be seriously injured or killed important, so if they are not available,
in a crash if the child restraint is not obtain a replacement copy from the
properly secured in the vehicle. Secure manufacturer.
the child restraint properly in the vehicle Keep in mind that an unsecured child
using the vehicle seat belt or LATCH restraint can move around in a collision or
system, following the instructions that sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle.
came with that child restraint and the Be sure to properly secure any child
Booster Seats instructions in this manual. restraint in the vehicle — even when no
child is in it.
A belt-positioning booster seat is used for To help reduce the chance of injury, the
In some areas Certified Child Passenger
children who have outgrown their child restraint must be secured in the
Safety Technicians (CPSTs) are available to
forward-facing child restraint. Boosters are vehicle. Child restraints must be secured in
inspect and demonstrate how to correctly
designed to improve the fit of the vehicle's vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt
use and install child restraints. In the U.S.,
seat belt system until the child is large portion of a lap-shoulder belt, or by the
refer to the National Highway Traffic Safety
enough for the vehicle seat belts to fit LATCH system. See Lower Anchors and
Administration (NHTSA) website to locate
properly without a booster seat. See the Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 61 for
the nearest child safety seat inspection
seat belt fit test in Older Children 0 55. more information. Children can be
station. For CPST availability in Canada,
endangered in a crash if the child restraint is
check with Transport Canada or the
not properly secured in the vehicle.
Provincial Ministry of Transportation office.
When securing an add-on child restraint,
refer to the following:
1. Instruction labels provided on the child
restraint
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Securing the Child Within the Child When securing a child restraint with the
Restraint { Warning seat belts in a rear seat position, study the
A child in a rear-facing child restraint can instructions that came with the child
{ Warning be seriously injured or killed if the front restraint to make sure it is compatible with
passenger airbag inflates. This is because this vehicle.
A child can be seriously injured or killed
in a crash if the child is not properly the back of the rear-facing child restraint Child restraints and booster seats vary
would be very close to the inflating considerably in size, and some may fit in
secured in the child restraint. Secure the
airbag. A child in a forward-facing child certain seating positions better than others.
child properly following the instructions
restraint can be seriously injured or killed Do not install a child restraint in any rear
that came with that child restraint.
if the front passenger airbag inflates and seating position where it cannot be installed
the passenger seat is in a forward securely.
Where to Put the Restraint position. Depending on where you place the child
According to accident statistics, children and restraint and the size of the child restraint,
Even if the passenger sensing system has
infants are safer when properly restrained in you may not be able to access adjacent seat
an appropriate child restraint secured in a turned off the front passenger frontal
airbag, no system is fail-safe. No one can belts or LATCH anchors for additional
rear seating position. passengers or child restraints. Adjacent
guarantee that an airbag will not deploy
Whenever possible, children aged 12 and seating positions should not be used if the
under some unusual circumstance, even child restraint prevents access to or
under should be secured in a rear seating though it is turned off.
position. interferes with the routing of the seat belt.
Secure rear-facing child restraints in a The seat in front of an installed child
Never put a rear-facing child restraint in the
rear seat, even if the airbag is off. If you restraint should be adjusted to ensure
front. This is because the risk to the
rear-facing child is so great if the airbag secure a forward-facing child restraint in proper installation according to the child
deploys. the front seat, always move the front restraint manual.
passenger seat as far back as it will go.
Wherever a child restraint is installed, be
It is better to secure the child restraint in sure to follow the instructions that came
a rear seat. with the child restraint and secure the child
See Passenger Sensing System 0 50 for restraint properly.
additional information.
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Keep in mind that an unsecured child Booster seats use the vehicle’s seat belts to For a forward-facing 5-pt harness child
restraint can move around in a collision or secure the child and the booster seat. If the restraint where the combined weight of the
sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle. manufacturer recommends that the booster child and restraint are up to 29.5 kg (65 lb),
Be sure to properly secure any child seat be secured with the LATCH system, this use either the lower LATCH anchorages with
restraint in the vehicle — even when no can be done as long as the booster seat can the top tether anchorage, or the seat belt
child is in it. be positioned properly and there is no with the top tether anchorage. Where the
interference with the proper positioning of combined weight of the child and restraint
Lower Anchors and Tethers for the lap-shoulder belt on the child. are greater than 29.5 kg (65 lb), use the seat
Children (LATCH System) Make sure to follow the instructions that belt with the top tether anchorage only.
The LATCH system secures a child restraint came with the child restraint, and also the
during driving or in a crash. LATCH instructions in this manual.
attachments on the child restraint are used When installing a child restraint with a top
to attach the child restraint to the anchors tether, you must also use either the lower
in the vehicle. The LATCH system is designed anchors or the seat belts to properly secure
to make installation of a child restraint the child restraint. A child restraint must
easier. never be installed using only the top tether.
In order to use the LATCH system in your
vehicle, you need a child restraint that has
LATCH attachments. LATCH-compatible
rear-facing and forward-facing child seats can
be properly installed using either the LATCH
anchors or the vehicle’s seat belts. Do not
use both the seat belts and the LATCH
anchorage system to secure a rear-facing or
forward-facing child seat.
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Recommended Methods for Attaching Child Restraints
Restraint Type Combined Weight of Use Only Approved Attachment Methods Shown with an X
the Child + Child
LATCH – Lower Seat Belt Only LATCH – Lower Seat Belt and Top
Restraint
Anchors Only Anchors and Top Tether Anchor
Tether Anchor
Rear-Facing Child Up to 29.5 kg (65 lb) X X
Restraint
Rear-Facing Child Greater than X
Restraint 29.5 kg (65 lb)
Forward-Facing Child Up to 29.5 kg (65 lb) X X
Restraint
Forward-Facing Child Greater than X
Restraint 29.5 kg (65 lb)

See Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Child restraints built after March 2014 will Not all vehicle seating positions have lower
Belt in the Front Seat) 0 68 or be labeled with the specific child weight up anchors. In this case, the seat belt must be
Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt to which the LATCH system can be used to used (with top tether where available) to
in the Rear Seat) 0 67. install the restraint. secure the child restraint. See Securing Child
The following explains how to attach a child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Front
restraint with these attachments in the Seat) 0 68 or
vehicle. Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt
in the Rear Seat) 0 67.
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Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor the top tether always to be attached. In
Canada, the law requires that forward-facing
child restraints have a top tether, and that
the tether be attached. Be sure to read and
follow the instructions for the child restraint.
Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor
Locations

Lower anchors (1) are metal bars built into A top tether (3,4) is used to secure the top
the vehicle. There are two lower anchors for of the child restraint to the vehicle. A top
each LATCH seating position that will tether anchor is built into the vehicle. The
accommodate a child restraint with lower top tether attachment hook (2) on the child
attachments (2). restraint connects to the top tether anchor
in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward
movement and rotation of the child restraint Rear Seat
during driving or in a crash.
The child restraint may have a single I : Seating positions with top tether
tether (3) or a dual tether (4). Either will anchors.
have a single attachment hook (2) to secure H : Seating positions with two lower
the top tether to the anchor. anchors.
Some child restraints that have a top tether
are designed for use with or without the
top tether being attached. Others require
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The top tether anchors are under the covers,
behind the rear seat, on the filler panel. Be
sure to use an anchor located directly
behind the seating position where the child
restraint will be placed.
Do not secure a child restraint in a position
To assist in locating the lower anchors, each without a top tether anchor if a national or
seating position with lower anchors has two local law requires that the top tether be
labels, near the crease between the seatback attached, or if the instructions that come
and the seat cushion. with the child restraint say that the top
tether must be attached.
According to accident statistics, children and
The outboard lower anchors are behind the infants are safer when properly restrained in
vertical openings in the seat trim. a child restraint system or infant restraint
system secured in a rear seating position.
See Where to Put the Restraint 0 60 for
additional information.
To assist in locating the top tether anchors,
the top tether anchor symbol is on the Securing a Child Restraint Designed for
cover. the LATCH System

{ Warning
A child could be seriously injured or killed
in a crash if the child restraint is not
properly attached to the vehicle using
either the LATCH anchors or the vehicle
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Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Caution (Continued)
seat belt. Follow the instructions that retractor, but it cannot do this if it is could damage the seat belt or the seat.
came with the child restraint and the wrapped around a child’s neck. If the Unbuckle and return the seat belt to its
instructions in this manual. shoulder belt is locked and tightened stowed position, before folding the seat.
around a child’s neck, the only way to
If you need to secure more than one child
loosen the belt is to cut it.
restraint in the rear seat, see Where to Put
{ Warning Buckle any unused seat belts behind the the Restraint 0 60.
To reduce the risk of serious or fatal child restraint so children cannot reach 1. Attach and tighten the lower
injuries during a crash, do not attach them. Pull the shoulder belt all the way attachments to the lower anchors. If the
more than one child restraint to a single out of the retractor to set the lock, and child restraint does not have lower
anchor. Attaching more than one child tighten the belt behind the child restraint attachments or the desired seating
restraint to a single anchor could cause after the child restraint has been position does not have lower anchors,
the anchor or attachment to come loose installed. secure the child restraint with the top
or even break during a crash. A child or tether and the seat belt. Refer to the
others could be injured. child restraint manufacturer instructions
Caution and the instructions in this manual.
Do not let the LATCH attachments rub 1.1. Find the lower anchors for the
{ Warning against the vehicle’s seat belts. This may desired seating position.
Children can be seriously injured or damage these parts. If necessary, move 1.2. Put the child restraint on the seat.
strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped buckled seat belts to avoid rubbing the
1.3. Attach and tighten the lower
around their neck. The shoulder belt can LATCH attachments. attachments on the child restraint
tighten but cannot be loosened if it is Do not fold the rear seatback when the to the lower anchors.
locked. The shoulder belt locks when it is seat is occupied. Do not fold the empty 2. If the child restraint manufacturer
pulled all the way out of the retractor. rear seat with a seat belt buckled. This recommends that the top tether be
It unlocks when the shoulder belt is (Continued) attached, attach and tighten the top
allowed to go all the way back into the
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tether to the top tether anchor, headrest or head restraint and in
if equipped. Refer to the child restraint between the headrest or head
instructions and the following steps: restraint posts.
2.1. Find the top tether anchor.
Open the cover to expose the
anchor.
2.2. Route, attach, and tighten the top
tether according to the child
restraint instructions and the
If the position you are using does
following instructions:
not have a headrest or head
restraint and you are using a dual
tether, route the tether over the
If the position you are using has an
seatback.
adjustable headrest or head
restraint and you are using a dual
tether route the tether around the
headrest or head restraint.
3. Before placing a child in the child
restraint, make sure it is securely held in
place. To check, grasp the child restraint
If the position you are using does at the LATCH path and attempt to move
not have a headrest or head it side to side and back and forth. There
restraint and you are using a single should be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of
tether, route the tether over the movement for proper installation.
If the position you are using has an
seatback.
adjustable headrest or head
restraint and you are using a single
tether, route the tether under the
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Replacing LATCH System Parts If the child restraint has the LATCH system, 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap
see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children and shoulder portions of the vehicle seat
After a Crash (LATCH System) 0 61 for how and where to belt through or around the child
install the child restraint using LATCH. If a restraint. The child restraint instructions
{ Warning child restraint is secured in the vehicle using will show you how.
A crash can damage the LATCH system in a seat belt and it uses a top tether, see
the vehicle. A damaged LATCH system Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children
may not properly secure the child (LATCH System) 0 61 for top tether anchor
restraint, resulting in serious injury or locations.
even death in a crash. To help make sure Do not secure a child seat in a position
the LATCH system is working properly without a top tether anchor if a national or
after a crash, see your dealer to have the local law requires that the top tether be
system inspected and any necessary anchored, or if the instructions that come
replacements made as soon as possible. with the child restraint say that the top
tether must be anchored.
If the vehicle has the LATCH system and it In Canada, the law requires that
was being used during a crash, new LATCH forward-facing child restraints have a top
system parts may be needed. tether, and that the tether be attached. 3. Push the latch plate into the buckle until
New parts and repairs may be necessary If the child restraint or vehicle seat position it clicks. If the latch plate will not go
even if the LATCH system was not being does not have the LATCH system, you will fully into the buckle, check if the correct
used at the time of the crash. be using the seat belt to secure the child buckle is being used.
restraint. Be sure to follow the instructions Position the release button on the
Securing Child Restraints (With that came with the child restraint. buckle, away from the child restraint, so
the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat) If more than one child restraint needs to be that the seat belt could be quickly
When securing a child restraint in a rear installed in the rear seat, be sure to read unbuckled if necessary.
seating position, study the instructions that Where to Put the Restraint 0 60.
came with the child restraint to make sure 1. Put the child restraint on the seat.
it is compatible with this vehicle.
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6. If the child restraint has a top tether,
follow the child restraint manufacturer's
instructions regarding the use of the top
tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers
for Children (LATCH System) 0 61.
7. Before placing a child in the child
restraint, make sure it is securely held in
place. To check, grasp the child restraint
at the seat belt path and attempt to
move it side to side and back and forth.
When the child restraint is properly
installed, there should be no more than
2.5 cm (1 in) of movement.
4. Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of 5. To tighten the belt, push down on the
the retractor to set the lock. When the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion To remove the child restraint, unbuckle the
retractor lock is set, the belt can be of the belt to tighten the lap portion of vehicle seat belt and let it return to the
tightened but not pulled out of the the belt, and feed the shoulder belt back stowed position. If the top tether is attached
retractor. into the retractor. When installing a to a top tether anchor, disconnect it.
forward-facing child restraint, it may be
helpful to use your knee to push down Securing Child Restraints (With
on the child restraint as you tighten the Seat Belt in the Front Seat)
the belt.
This vehicle has airbags. A rear seat is a
Try to pull the belt out of the retractor safer place to secure a forward-facing child
to make sure the retractor is locked. restraint. See Where to Put the Restraint
If the retractor is not locked, repeat 0 60.
Steps 4 and 5.
In addition, the vehicle has a passenger
sensing system which is designed to turn off
the front outboard passenger frontal airbag
and knee airbag under certain conditions.
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See Passenger Sensing System 0 50 and When using the lap-shoulder belt to secure
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 86 for Warning (Continued) the child restraint in this position, follow the
more information, including important Secure rear-facing child restraints in a instructions that came with the child
safety information. rear seat, even if the airbag(s) are off. restraint and the following instructions:
Never put a rear-facing child seat in the If you secure a forward-facing child 1. Move the seat as far back as it will go
front. This is because the risk to the restraint in the front outboard passenger before securing the forward-facing child
rear-facing child is so great if the airbag seat, always move the seat as far back as restraint. Move the seat upward or the
deploys. it will go. It is better to secure the child seatback to an upright position,
restraint in a rear seat. if needed, to get a tight installation of
{ Warning See Passenger Sensing System 0 50 for
the child restraint.
A child in a rear-facing child restraint can When the passenger sensing system has
additional information.
be seriously injured or killed if the front turned off the front outboard passenger
If the child restraint uses a top tether, see frontal airbag and knee airbag, the OFF
outboard passenger frontal airbag
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children indicator on the passenger airbag status
inflates. This is because the back of the indicator should light and stay lit when
rear-facing child restraint would be very (LATCH System) 0 61 for top tether anchor
locations. you start the vehicle. See Passenger
close to the inflating airbag. A child in a Airbag Status Indicator 0 86.
forward-facing child restraint can be Do not secure a child seat in a position 2. Put the child restraint on the seat.
seriously injured or killed if the front without a top tether anchor if a national or
outboard passenger frontal airbag inflates local law requires that the top tether be 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap
and the passenger seat is in a forward anchored, or if the instructions that come and shoulder portions of the vehicle seat
position. with the child restraint say that the top belt through or around the child
tether must be anchored. restraint. The child restraint instructions
Even if the passenger sensing system has will show you how.
turned off the front outboard passenger In Canada, the law requires that
airbag(s), no system is fail-safe. No one forward-facing child restraints have a top
can guarantee that an airbag will not tether, and that the tether be attached.
deploy under some unusual circumstance,
even though the airbag(s) are off.
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4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until 5. Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of 6. To tighten the belt, push down on the
it clicks. the retractor to set the lock. When the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion
Position the release button on the retractor lock is set, the belt can be of the belt to tighten the lap portion of
buckle, away from the child restraint, so tightened but not pulled out of the the belt, and feed the shoulder belt back
that the seat belt could be quickly retractor. into the retractor. When installing a
unbuckled if necessary. forward-facing child restraint, it may be
helpful to use your knee to push down
on the child restraint as you tighten
the belt.
Try to pull the belt out of the retractor
to make sure the retractor is locked.
If the retractor is not locked, repeat
Steps 5 and 6.
7. Before placing a child in the child
restraint, make sure it is securely held in
place. To check, grasp the child restraint
at the seat belt path and attempt to
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move it side to side and back and forth.
When the child restraint is properly
installed, there should be no more than
2.5 cm (1 in) of movement.
If the airbags are off, the OFF indicator in
the passenger airbag status indicator will
come on and stay on when the vehicle is
started.
If a child restraint has been installed and
the ON indicator is lit, see “If the On
Indicator Is Lit for a Child Restraint” under
Passenger Sensing System 0 50.
To remove the child restraint, unbuckle the
vehicle seat belt and let it return to the
stowed position.
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Storage Storage Compartments If equipped, lower the armrest to access the
cupholders.
Storage Compartments { Warning Center Console Storage
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Do not store heavy or sharp objects in
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 storage compartments. In a crash, these
Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 objects may cause the cover to open and
Center Console Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
could result in injury.
Umbrella Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Additional Storage Features Glove Box
Cargo Tie-Downs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Pull the handle up to open.
Convenience Net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Cupholders
Rear Seat

The center console has storage under the

armrest. Pull up the latch and lift to open.
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Umbrella Storage Additional Storage Features Convenience Net
For vehicles with a convenience net, it is in
Cargo Tie-Downs the trunk and used to store small loads. The
net should not be used to store heavy loads.
Attach the loops on each side of the net to
the cargo tie-downs in the trunk. See Cargo
Tie-Downs 0 73.

Slide an umbrella into the opening on the

driver or passenger door.
There are cargo tie-downs in the trunk. The
cargo tie-downs can be used to secure small
loads or the convenience net. See
Convenience Net 0 73.
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Brake System Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Instruments and Controls Electric Parking Brake Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Vehicle Messages
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Service Electric Parking Brake Light . . . . . 89 Engine Power Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Controls Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Vehicle Speed Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Light . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Vehicle Personalization
Heated Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Vehicle Ahead Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Pedestrian Ahead Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Traction Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 StabiliTrak OFF Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak
Wireless Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators Engine Coolant Temperature Warning
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Light (Uplevel Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Tire Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Engine Oil Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Security Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Lamps On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Fuel Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Cruise Control Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge . . . . 84 Door Ajar Light (Uplevel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Voltmeter Gauge (Uplevel Information Displays
Cluster Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base
Seat Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Level) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Airbag Readiness Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Driver Information Center (DIC)
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator . . . . . . 86 (Uplevel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Charging System Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check
Engine Light) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
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Controls Steering Wheel Controls Horn
Steering Wheel Adjustment The infotainment system can be operated Press a on the steering wheel pad to
by using the steering wheel controls. See sound the horn.
Steering Wheel Controls 0 112.
Windshield Wiper/Washer
Heated Steering Wheel

The windshield wiper/washer lever is on the

To adjust the steering wheel: side of the steering column. With the
1. Pull the lever down. ignition on or in ACC/ACCESSORY, move the
windshield wiper lever to select the wiper
2. Move the steering wheel up or down. speed.
3. Pull or push the steering wheel closer or
( : If equipped with a heated steering
wheel, press to turn on or off. A light on HI : Use for fast wipes.
away from you.
the button displays when the feature is
4. Pull the lever up to lock the steering LO : Use for slow wipes.
turned on.
wheel in place.
The steering wheel takes about
Do not adjust the steering wheel while three minutes to reach maximum heat.
driving.
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Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper If the windshield wiper lever is then moved
motor. If the wiper motor overheats, the to OFF before the driver door is opened or
windshield wipers will stop until the motor within 10 minutes, the wipers will restart
cools and the wiper control is turned off. and move to the base of the windshield.
See Electrical System Overload 0 253. If the ignition is turned off while the wipers
are performing wipes due to windshield
{ Warning washing, the wipers continue to run until
In freezing weather, do not use the they reach the base of the windshield.
washer until the windshield is warmed.
INT : Move the lever up to INT for f : Pull the windshield wiper lever
Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice toward you to spray windshield washer fluid
intermittent wipes, then turn the band up on the windshield, blocking your vision.
for more frequent wipes or down for less and activate the wipers. The wipers will
frequent wipes. continue until the lever is released or the
maximum wash time is reached. When the
OFF : Use to turn the wipers off. { Warning lever is released, additional wipes may occur
1X : For a single wipe, briefly move the Before driving the vehicle, always clear depending on how long the windshield
lever down. For several wipes, hold the snow and ice from the hood, windshield, washer had been activated. See Washer
lever down. roof, and rear of the vehicle, including all Fluid 0 242 for information on filling the
lamps and windows. Reduced visibility windshield washer fluid reservoir.
Clear snow and ice from the wiper blades
and windshield before using them. If frozen from snow and ice buildup could lead to
a crash.
Clock
to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw
them. Damaged blades should be replaced. Set the time and date using the
See Wiper Blade Replacement 0 247. Wiper Parking infotainment system. See "Time / Date"
If the ignition is turned off while the wipers under Settings 0 147.
are on LO, HI, or INT, they will
immediately stop.
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Power Outlets Caution
Power Outlet 12-Volt Direct Current Hanging heavy equipment from the
The accessory power outlets can be used to power outlet can cause damage not
plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell covered by the vehicle warranty. The
phone or MP3 player. power outlets are designed for accessory
power plugs only, such as cell phone
There are two accessory power outlets:
charge cords.
. One on the center stack below the
climate control system Always unplug electrical equipment when
. One on the rear of the center console not in use and do not plug in equipment
The outlet is powered when the ignition is that exceeds the maximum 20 amps rating.
on or in ACC/ACCESSORY, or until the driver Power Outlet 110/120-Volt Alternating The power outlet is on the rear of the
door is opened within 10 minutes of turning Current center console.
off the vehicle. See Retained Accessory
Power (RAP) 0 186. If equipped, this power outlet can be used An indicator light on the outlet turns on to
to plug in electrical equipment that uses a show it is in use. The light comes on when
Open the protective cover to use the the ignition is on, equipment requiring less
maximum limit of 150 watts.
accessory power outlet. than 150 watts is plugged into the outlet,
Certain electrical accessories may not be and no system fault is detected.
compatible with the accessory power outlets The indicator light does not come on if the
and could overload vehicle or adapter fuses. ignition is off, if no equipment is plugged
If there is a problem, see your dealer. into the outlet, or if the equipment is
When adding electrical equipment, be sure plugged in, but not fully seated in the
to follow the installation instructions outlet.
included with the equipment. See Add-On If equipment is connected using more than
Electrical Equipment 0 226. 150 watts or a system fault is detected, the
equipment may operate briefly then turn
off. A protection circuit shuts off the power
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supply and the indicator light turns off. To rate up to 3 amp (15W), as requested by the
reset the circuit, unplug the item and plug it compatible smartphone. See Radio { Warning
back in or turn the Retained Accessory Frequency Statement 0 328. Remove all objects from the charging
Power (RAP) off and then back on. See pocket before charging your compatible
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 186. The { Warning smartphone. Objects, such as coins, keys,
power restarts when equipment using 150 rings, paper clips, or cards, between the
Wireless charging can affect the
watts or less is plugged into the outlet and smartphone and the charger will become
a system fault is not detected. operation of an implanted pacemaker or
other medical devices. If you have one, it very hot. On the rare occasion that the
The power outlet is not designed for the is recommended to consult with your charging system does not detect an
following, and may not work properly if doctor before using the wireless charging object, and the object gets wedged
they are plugged in: system. between the smartphone and the
. Equipment with high initial peak wattage, charger, remove the smartphone and
such as compressor-driven refrigerators The vehicle must be on, in ACC/ACCESSORY, allow the object to cool before removing
and electric power tools or Retained Accessory Power (RAP) must be it from the charging pocket, to prevent
. Other equipment requiring an extremely active. The wireless charging feature may burns.
stable power supply, such as not correctly indicate charging when the
microcomputer-controlled electric blankets vehicle is in RAP or during Bluetooth phone
and touch sensor lamps calls. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
. Medical equipment 0 186.
See High Voltage Devices and Wiring 0 253. The operating temperature is −20 °C (−4 °F)
to 60 °C (140 °F) for the charging system
Wireless Charging and 0 °C (32 °F) to 35 °C (95 °F) for the
smartphone.
If equipped, the vehicle has a wireless
charging pocket outside the armrest of the
center console. The system operates at 145
kHz and wirelessly charges one Qi
compatible smartphone. The power output
of the system is capable of charging at a
To charge a compatible smartphone:
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1. Remove all objects from the charging or may reduce the charging performance. Freescale-WCT library
pocket. The system may not charge if See your dealer for additional Copyright (c) 2012-2014 Freescale
there are any objects in between the information. Semiconductor, Inc.. All rights reserved.
smartphone and charging pocket. The smartphone may become warm 1. Redistributions of source code must
2. With the smartphone screen facing the during charging. This is normal. In retain the above copyright notice, this
rear of the vehicle, slowly insert the warmer temperatures, the speed of list of conditions and the following
smartphone into the charging pocket charging may be reduced. disclaimer.
until a green } appears on V on the Software Acknowledgements 2. Redistributions in binary form must
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Certain Wireless Charging Module product reproduce the above copyright notice,
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(INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, Instrument Cluster
PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR
SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS;
OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER
CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY,
WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR
TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR
OTHERWISE) ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF
THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF
ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH
DAMAGE.

Warning Lights, Gauges, and

Indicators
Warning lights and gauges can signal that
something is wrong before it becomes
serious enough to cause an expensive repair
or replacement. Paying attention to the
warning lights and gauges could prevent English Base Level Shown, Metric Similar
injury.
Some warning lights come on briefly when 1. Tachometer 0 83 5. Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base
the engine is started to indicate they are Level) 0 94 or
2. Fuel Gauge 0 83
working. When one of the warning lights Driver Information Center (DIC)
3. Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
comes on and stays on while driving, (Uplevel) 0 96
0 84
or when one of the gauges shows there
may be a problem, check the section that 4. Speedometer 0 82
explains what to do. Waiting to do repairs
can be costly and even dangerous.
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Use the right steering wheel control to open

and scroll through the different items and
displays.
Press o to access the cluster applications.
English Uplevel Shown, Metric Similar Use w or x to scroll through the list of
available applications. Not all applications
will be available on all vehicles.
1. Tachometer 0 83 6. Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base
. Info app. This is where you can view the
2. Speedometer 0 82 Level) 0 94 or
Driver Information Center (DIC) selected Driver Information Center (DIC)
3. Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
(Uplevel) 0 96 displays. See Driver Information Center
0 84
(DIC) (Base Level) 0 94 or
4. Fuel Gauge 0 83 Cluster Menu Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel)
5. Voltmeter Gauge (Uplevel Cluster Only) 0 96.
0 84 There is an interactive display area in the
center of the instrument cluster. . Audio
. Phone
. Navigation
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. Options Options Speed Warning : The Speed Warning display
Audio allows the driver to set a speed that they
Press V to select the Options app. Use w do not want to exceed. To set the Speed
In the main view of the Audio app, press w or x to scroll through the items in the Warning, press p when Speed Warning is
or x to scroll through radio stations or Options menu.
displayed. Press w or x to adjust the
move to the next/previous track of a CD/ Units : Press p while Units is displayed to value. Press V to set the speed. Once the
USB/Bluetooth device that is connected to enter the Units menu. Choose U.S. or metric speed is set, this feature can be turned off
the vehicle. Press V to select the Audio app, units by pressing V while the desired item by pressing V while viewing this page.
then press p to enter the Audio menu. In is highlighted. If the selected speed limit is exceeded, a
the Audio menu browse for music, select pop-up warning is displayed with a chime.
from the favorites, or change the audio Display Themes : Press p while Display
source. Themes is displayed to enter the menu. Speedometer
Choose Sport or Touring by pressing V
Phone The speedometer shows the vehicle's speed
while the desired item is highlighted.
Press V to select the Phone app, then press in either kilometers per hour (km/h) or
Pocket Gauges : Press p while Pocket miles per hour (mph).
p to enter the Phone menu. In the Phone Gauges is displayed to enter the menu and
menu, if there is no active phone call, view select gauges that can be displayed on the Odometer
recent calls, scroll through contacts, or select left or right of the display area. If equipped,
from the favorites. If there is an active call, The odometer shows how far the vehicle has
choose oil temperature, battery voltage, fuel been driven, in either kilometers or miles.
mute or unmute the phone or switch to range, or fuel economy.
handset or handsfree operation.
Info Pages : Press p while Info Pages is
Trip Odometer
Navigation
displayed to enter the Info Pages menu and The trip odometer shows how far the
Press V to select the Navigation app, then select the items to be displayed in the Info vehicle has been driven since the trip
press p to enter the Navigation menu. app. See Driver Information Center (DIC) odometer was last reset.
If there is an active route, press V to cancel (Base Level) 0 94 or The trip odometer is accessed and reset
or resume route guidance or turn the voice Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) through the Driver Information Center (DIC).
prompts on/off. 0 96.
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See Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base
Level) 0 94 or
Caution (Continued)
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not
0 96. operate the engine with the rpm in the
warning area.
Tachometer
The tachometer displays the engine speed in Fuel Gauge
revolutions per minute (rpm).
For vehicles with the Stop/Start system,
when the ignition is on, the tachometer
indicates the vehicle status. When pointing
to AUTO STOP, the engine is off but the
vehicle is on and can move. The engine English Uplevel Shown, Metric Similar
could auto start at any time. When the
When the ignition is on, the fuel gauge
indicator points to OFF, the vehicle is off.
indicates about how much fuel is left in
When the engine is on, the tachometer will the tank.
indicate the engine’s revolutions per minute
There is an arrow near the fuel gauge
(rpm). The tachometer may vary by several
pointing to the side of the vehicle the fuel
hundred rpm’s, during Auto Stop mode,
English Base Level Shown, Metric Similar door is on.
when the engine is shutting off and
restarting. When the indicator nears empty, the low
fuel light comes on. There still is a little fuel
Caution left, but the vehicle should be refueled soon.
If the engine is operated with the rpm in Here are three things that some owners ask
the warning area at the high end of the about. None of these show a problem with
tachometer, the vehicle could be the fuel gauge:
damaged, and the damage would not be . It takes a little more, or less fuel to fill up
(Continued) than the gauge indicated. For example,
the gauge may have indicated the tank
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was half full, but it actually took a little conditions, pull off the road, stop the
more, or less than half the tank's capacity vehicle, and turn off the engine as soon as
to fill the tank. possible. See Engine Overheating 0 241.
. The gauge moves a little while turning a
corner, speeding up or braking. Voltmeter Gauge (Uplevel
. The gauge takes a few seconds to Cluster Only)
stabilize after the ignition is turned on
and goes back to empty when the
ignition is turned off.

Engine Coolant Temperature

Gauge
English Uplevel Shown, Metric Similar
This gauge shows the engine coolant
temperature.
If the gauge pointer moves toward the
warning area at the high end of the gauge,
the engine is too hot.
When the ignition is on, this gauge indicates
The engine coolant temperature warning the battery voltage.
light comes on when the engine is too hot.
See Engine Coolant Temperature Warning When the engine is running, this gauge
Light (Uplevel Only) 0 91. shows the condition of the charging system.
The gauge can transition from a higher to
This reading indicates the same thing as the
lower or a lower to higher reading. This is
English Base Level Shown, Metric Similar warning light. It means that the engine
normal. If the vehicle is operating outside
coolant has overheated. If the vehicle has
the normal operating range, the charging
been operating under normal driving
system light comes on. See Charging System
Light 0 86.
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Readings outside the normal operating When the vehicle is started, this light
range can also occur when a large number flashes and a chime may come on to remind
of electrical accessories are operating in the passengers to fasten their seat belt.
vehicle and the engine is left idling for an Then the light stays on solid until the belt is
extended period. This condition is normal buckled. This cycle continues several times if
since the charging system is not able to the front passenger remains or becomes
provide full power at engine idle. As engine unbuckled while the vehicle is moving.
When the vehicle is started, this light
speeds are increased, this condition should
flashes and a chime may come on to remind If the front passenger seat belt is buckled,
correct itself as higher engine speeds allow
the driver to fasten their seat belt. neither the chime nor the light comes on.
the charging system to create maximum
power. Then the light stays on solid until the belt is The front passenger seat belt reminder light
buckled. This cycle may continue several and chime may come on if an object is put
The vehicle can only be driven for a short
times if the driver remains or becomes on the seat such as a briefcase, handbag,
time with the readings outside the normal
unbuckled while the vehicle is moving. grocery bag, laptop, or other electronic
operating range. If the vehicle must be
driven, turn off all accessories, such as the If the driver seat belt is buckled, neither the device. To turn off the reminder light and/or
radio and air conditioner, and unplug all light nor the chime comes on. chime, remove the object from the seat or
chargers and accessories. buckle the seat belt.
Front Passenger Seat Belt Reminder
Readings outside the normal operating Light Airbag Readiness Light
range indicate a possible problem in the
electrical system. Have the vehicle serviced The vehicle may have a front passenger seat This light shows if there is an electrical
as soon as possible. belt reminder light near the passenger problem with the airbag system. The system
airbag status indicator. See Passenger check includes the airbag sensor(s),
Seat Belt Reminders Sensing System 0 50. passenger sensing system, the pretensioners,
the airbag modules, the wiring, and the
Driver Seat Belt Reminder Light crash sensing and diagnostic module. For
There is a driver seat belt reminder light on more information on the airbag system, see
the instrument cluster. Airbag System 0 45.
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If, after several seconds, both status
indicator lights remain on, or if there are no
lights at all, there may be a problem with
the lights or the passenger sensing system.
See your dealer for service.

The airbag readiness light comes on for When the vehicle is started, the passenger
{ Warning
several seconds when the vehicle is started. airbag status indicator will light ON and OFF, If the airbag readiness light ever comes
If the light does not come on then, have it and the symbols for on and off, for several on and stays on, it means that
fixed immediately. seconds as a system check. Then, after something may be wrong with the airbag
several more seconds, the status indicator system. To help avoid injury to yourself
{ Warning will light either ON or OFF, and either the or others, have the vehicle serviced right
If the airbag readiness light stays on on or off symbol, to let you know the away. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 85
after the vehicle is started or comes on status of the front outboard passenger for more information, including important
while driving, it means the airbag system frontal airbag and knee airbag. safety information.
might not be working properly. The If the word ON, and the on symbol, are lit
airbags in the vehicle might not inflate in on the passenger airbag status indicator, it Charging System Light
a crash, or they could even inflate means that the front outboard passenger
without a crash. To help avoid injury, frontal airbag and knee airbag are allowed
have the vehicle serviced right away. to inflate.
If the word OFF, and the off symbol, are lit
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on the airbag status indicator, it means that
the passenger sensing system has turned off
The vehicle has a passenger sensing system.
the front outboard passenger frontal airbag
See Passenger Sensing System 0 50 for The charging system light comes on briefly
and knee airbag.
important safety information. The overhead when the ignition is turned on, but the
console has a passenger airbag status engine is not running, as a check to show
indicator. the light is working. It should go out when
the engine is started.
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If the light stays on, or comes on while
driving, there may be a problem with the
Caution (Continued)
electrical charging system. Have it checked lead to costly repairs not covered by the
by your dealer. Driving while this light is on vehicle warranty. This could also affect
could drain the battery. the vehicle’s ability to pass an Emissions
When this light comes on, or is flashing, the Inspection/Maintenance test. See
Driver Information Center (DIC) also displays Malfunctions are often indicated by the Accessories and Modifications 0 229.
a message. system before any problem is noticeable.
Being aware of the light and seeking service If the light is flashing : A malfunction has
If a short distance must be driven with the been detected that could damage the
light on, be sure to turn off all accessories, promptly when it comes on may prevent
damage. emission control system and increase vehicle
such as the radio and air conditioner. Find a emissions. Diagnosis and service may be
safe place to stop the vehicle. required.
Caution
Malfunction Indicator Lamp If the vehicle is driven continually with To help prevent damage, reduce vehicle
this light on, the emission control system speed and avoid hard accelerations and
(Check Engine Light) uphill grades. If towing a trailer, reduce the
may not work as well, the fuel economy
This light is part of the vehicle’s emission may be lower, and the vehicle may not amount of cargo being hauled as soon as
control on-board diagnostic system. If this possible.
run smoothly. This could lead to costly
light is on while the engine is running, a repairs that might not be covered by the If the light continues to flash, find a safe
malfunction has been detected and the place to park. Turn the vehicle off and wait
vehicle warranty.
vehicle may require service. The light should at least 10 seconds before restarting the
come on to show that it is working when engine. If the light is still flashing, follow
the ignition is in Service Mode. See Ignition Caution the previous guidelines and see your dealer
Positions 0 182. for service as soon as possible.
Modifications to the engine, transmission,
exhaust, intake, or fuel system, or the If the light is on steady : A malfunction has
use of replacement tires that do not been detected. Diagnosis and service may be
meet the original tire specifications, can required.
cause this light to come on. This could Check the following:
(Continued)
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. If fuel has been added to the vehicle See your dealer if the vehicle will not pass
using the capless fuel funnel adapter, or cannot be made ready for the test.
make sure that it has been removed. See
“Filling the Tank with a Portable Gas Can” Brake System Warning Light
under Filling the Tank 0 219. The
diagnostic system can detect if the
adapter has been left installed in the
vehicle, allowing fuel to evaporate into The DLC is under the instrument panel to
the atmosphere. A few driving trips with the left of the steering wheel. Connecting
the adapter removed may turn off the devices that are not used to perform an
light. Emissions Inspection/Maintenance test or to Metric English
. Poor fuel quality can cause inefficient service the vehicle may affect vehicle
engine operation and poor driveability, operation. See Add-On Electrical Equipment This light should come on briefly when the
which may go away once the engine is 0 226. See your dealer if assistance is vehicle is turned on. If it does not come on
warmed up. If this occurs, change the fuel needed. then, have it fixed so it will be ready to
brand. It may require at least one full The vehicle may not pass inspection if: warn you if there is a problem.
tank of the proper fuel to turn the light . The light is on when the engine is If the light comes on and stays on at start
off. See Recommended Fuel (1.5L Engine) running. up, there is a brake problem. Have the brake
0 218 or . The light does not come on when the system inspected right away.
Recommended Fuel (2.0L Engine) 0 218.
ignition is in Service Mode. If the light comes on while driving, pull off
If the light remains on, see your dealer. . Critical emission control systems have not the road and stop carefully. The brake pedal
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance been completely diagnosed. If this might be harder to push, or the brake pedal
happens, the vehicle would not be ready may go closer to the floor. It could take
Programs for inspection and might require longer to stop. If the light is still on, have
If the vehicle requires an Emissions several days of routine driving before the the vehicle towed for service. See Towing
Inspection/Maintenance test, the test system is ready for inspection. This can the Vehicle 0 292.
equipment will likely connect to the happen if the 12-volt battery has recently
vehicle's Data Link Connector (DLC). been replaced or run down, or if the
vehicle has been recently serviced.
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This light comes on when the parking brake A message may also display in the Driver
{ Warning is applied. If the light continues flashing Information Center (DIC). See Electric Parking
The brake system might not be working after the parking brake is released, or while Brake 0 192.
properly if the brake system warning driving, there is a problem with the Electric
light is on. Driving with the brake system Parking Brake system. A message may also Antilock Brake System (ABS)
warning light on can lead to a crash. display in the Driver Information Warning Light
If the light is still on after the vehicle has Center (DIC).
been pulled off the road and carefully If the light does not come on, or remains
stopped, have the vehicle towed for flashing, see your dealer.
service.
Service Electric Parking Brake
Electric Parking Brake Light Light
This warning light should come on briefly
when the vehicle is turned on. If the light
does not come on, have it fixed so it will be
ready to warn if there is a problem.
If the light comes on while driving, safely
Metric English Base Level stop as soon as it is possible and turn off
This light should come on briefly when the the vehicle. Then turn on the vehicle again
vehicle is turned on. If it does not come on, to reset the system.
have it fixed so it will be ready to warn if If the ABS warning light stays on, or comes
there is a problem. on again while driving, the vehicle needs
If this light stays on or comes on while service. A chime may also sound when the
driving, there is a problem with the Electric light stays on.
Parking Brake (EPB). Take the vehicle to a If the ABS warning light is the only light on,
dealer as soon as possible. In addition to the the vehicle has regular brakes, but ABS is
parking brake, other safety functions that not functioning.
English Uplevel utilize the EPB may also be degraded.
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If both the ABS warning light and the brake LKA will not assist or alert if the turn signal If equipped, this indicator will display amber
system warning light are on, ABS is not is active in the direction of lane departure, when a nearby pedestrian is detected in
functioning and there is a problem with the or if LKA detects that you are accelerating, front of the vehicle.
regular brakes. See your dealer for service. braking, or actively steering. See Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) System
See Brake System Warning Light 0 88. See Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 216. 0 212.

Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Light Vehicle Ahead Indicator Traction Off Light

After the vehicle is started, this light turns If equipped, this indicator will display green This light comes on briefly when the vehicle
off and stays off if LKA has not been turned when a vehicle is detected ahead and amber is turned on. If it does not, have the vehicle
on or is unavailable. when you are following a vehicle ahead serviced by your dealer. If the system is
If equipped, this light is white if LKA is much too closely. working normally, the indicator light then
turned on, but not ready to assist. This light See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System turns off.
is green if LKA is turned on and is ready to 0 209. The traction off light comes on when the
assist. Traction Control System (TCS) has been
Pedestrian Ahead Indicator turned off. If StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability
LKA may assist by gently turning the
steering wheel if the vehicle approaches a Control (ESC) is turned off, TCS is also
detected lane marking. The LKA light is turned off. To turn TCS and ESC off and on,
amber when assisting. see Traction Control/Electronic Stability
Control 0 193.
This light flashes amber as a Lane Departure
Warning (LDW) alert, to indicate that the If TCS is off, wheel spin is not limited unless
lane marking has been crossed. necessary to help protect the driveline from
damage. Adjust driving accordingly.
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StabiliTrak OFF Light Traction Control System (TCS)/ Engine Coolant Temperature
StabiliTrak Light Warning Light (Uplevel Only)

This light comes on briefly when the vehicle

is turned on. If the light does not come on, This light comes on briefly when the vehicle This light comes on briefly while starting
have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. is turned on. the vehicle.
If the system is working normally, the
indicator light then turns off. If the light does not come on, have the If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by
vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the your dealer. If the system is working
This light comes on when the StabiliTrak/ system is working normally, the indicator normally the indicator light goes off.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system is light turns off.
turned off. If StabiliTrak/ESC is off, the Caution
Traction Control System (TCS) is also off. To If the light is on and not flashing, the TCS
turn ESC off and on, see Traction Control/ and potentially the StabiliTrak/ESC system The engine coolant temperature warning
Electronic Stability Control 0 193. are not fully operational and may not assist light indicates that the vehicle has
in maintaining control. Adjust driving overheated. Driving with this light on can
If ESC and TCS are off, the systems do not accordingly. If the condition persists, see damage the engine and it may not be
assist in controlling the vehicle. Adjust your dealer as soon as possible. A Driver covered by the vehicle warranty. See
driving accordingly. Information Center (DIC) message may Engine Overheating 0 241.
display.
The light flashes when the TCS and/or the The engine coolant temperature warning
StabiliTrak/ESC system is actively working. light comes on when the engine has
overheated.
See Traction Control/Electronic Stability
Control 0 193.
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If this happens, pull over and turn off the When the Light Flashes First and Then Is On
engine as soon as possible. See Engine Steady
Overheating 0 241. If the light flashes for about a minute and
Tire Pressure Light then stays on, there may be a problem with
the TPMS. If the problem is not corrected,
the light will come on at every ignition
cycle. See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation This light should come on briefly as the
0 269. engine is started. If it does not come on,
have the vehicle serviced by your dealer.
Engine Oil Pressure Light
If the light comes on and stays on, it means
Caution that oil is not flowing through the engine
For vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor properly. The vehicle could be low on oil
System (TPMS), this light comes on briefly Lack of proper engine oil maintenance and might have some other system
when the engine is started. It provides can damage the engine. Driving with the problem. See your dealer.
information about tire pressures and engine oil low can also damage the
the TPMS. engine. The repairs would not be covered Low Fuel Warning Light
by the vehicle warranty. Check the oil
When the Light Is On Steady
level as soon as possible. Add oil if
This indicates that one or more of the tires required, but if the oil level is within the
are significantly underinflated. operating range and the oil pressure is
A Driver Information Center (DIC) tire still low, have the vehicle serviced.
pressure message may also display. Stop as Always follow the maintenance schedule
soon as possible, and inflate the tires to the for changing engine oil.
pressure value shown on the Tire and
Loading Information label. See Tire Pressure
0 266.

Metric Base Level Shown, English Similar

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If the light stays on and the engine does Lamps On Reminder
not start, there could be a problem with the
theft-deterrent system. See Immobilizer
Operation 0 20.

High-Beam On Light
Uplevel
A Low Fuel Warning Light near the fuel This light comes on when the exterior lamps
gauge comes on briefly when the ignition is are in use, except when only the Daytime
turned on as a check to show it is working. Running Lamps (DRL) are active. See Exterior
It also comes on when the fuel gauge Lamp Controls 0 104.
indicator nears empty. The light turns off
when fuel is added. If it does not, have the This light comes on when the high-beam Cruise Control Light
vehicle serviced. headlamps are in use. See Headlamp High/
Low-Beam Changer 0 105.
Security Light IntelliBeam Light

The cruise control light is white when the

cruise control is on and ready, and turns
green when the cruise control is set and
The security light should come on briefly as This light comes on when the IntelliBeam active. See Cruise Control 0 195.
the engine is started. If it does not come on, system, if equipped, is enabled. See Exterior
have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. Lamp Controls 0 104.
If the system is working normally, the
indicator light turns off.
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Adaptive Cruise Control Light Information Displays Trip/Fuel Menu (TRIP) Items
Use w or x to scroll through the menu
Driver Information Center (DIC) items. Not all items are available on every
(Base Level) vehicle. The following is a list of all possible
menu items:
The DIC displays are shown in the center of
the instrument cluster. See Instrument Digital Speed : Displays how fast the vehicle
Cluster 0 80. The displays show the status is moving in either kilometers per hour
This light comes on when Adaptive Cruise of many vehicle systems. (km/h) or miles per hour (mph). The
Control (if equipped) is active. See Adaptive speedometer cannot be reset.
Cruise Control (Advanced) 0 197.
Trip 1 or Trip 2, Average Fuel Economy :
Door Ajar Light (Uplevel) Displays the current distance traveled, in
either kilometers (km) or miles (mi), from
the last reset for the trip odometer. The trip
odometer can be reset to zero by pressing
and holding V while the trip odometer
display is showing.
Also displays the approximate average liters
per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or miles per
This light comes on when a door is open or gallon (mpg). This number is based on the
not securely latched. Before driving, check number of L/100 km (mpg) recorded since
that all doors are properly closed. the last time this menu item was reset. This
w or x : Press to move up or down in
a list. number reflects only the approximate
average fuel economy that the vehicle has
o or p : Press to move between the DIC right now, and will change as driving
menus. conditions change. Reset the average
V : Press to open a menu or select a menu consumption by pressing V when it is
item. Press and hold to reset values on displayed.
certain screens.
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Fuel Range : Displays the approximate Vehicle Information Menu (VEHICLE) Oil pressure can vary with engine speed,
distance the vehicle can be driven without Items outside temperature, and oil viscosity. On
refueling. The fuel range estimate is based some models, the oil pump will vary engine
on an average of the vehicle's fuel economy Use w or x to scroll through the menu oil pressure according to engine needs. Oil
over recent driving history and the amount items. Not all items are available on every pressure may change quickly as the engine
of fuel remaining in the fuel tank. Fuel vehicle. The following is a list of all possible speed or load varies. This is normal. If the
range cannot be reset. menu items: oil pressure warning light or Driver
Average Vehicle Speed : Displays the Remaining Oil Life : Displays an estimate of Information Center (DIC) message indicates
average vehicle speed of the vehicle in the oil's remaining useful life. If REMAINING oil pressure outside the normal operating
kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per OIL LIFE 99% is displayed, that means 99% range, check the vehicle's oil as soon as
hour (mph). This average is based on the of the current oil life remains. possible.
various vehicle speeds recorded since the When the remaining oil life is low, the Air Filter Life : Shows an estimate of the
last reset. Reset the average speed by CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will engine air filter’s remaining useful life and
pressing V when it is displayed. appear on the display. The oil should be the state of the system. Engine Air Filter Life
changed as soon as possible. See Engine Oil 95% means 95% of the current air filter life
Timer : To start the timer, press V while remains. Messages will display based on the
0 234. In addition to the engine oil life
Timer is displayed. The display will show the system monitoring the oil life, additional engine air filter life and the state of the
amount of time that has passed since the maintenance is recommended. See system. When the REPLACE AT NEXT OIL
timer was last reset, not including time the Maintenance Schedule 0 304. CHANGE message displays, the engine air
ignition is off. Time will continue to be filter should be replaced at the time of the
counted as long as the ignition is on, even if The Oil Life display must be reset after each next oil change. When the REPLACE NOW
another display is being shown on the DIC. oil change. Do not reset the Oil Life display message displays, the engine air filter
The timer will record up to 99 hours, accidentally at any time other than when should be replaced as soon as possible.
59 minutes, and 59 seconds ([Link]) after the oil has just been changed. It cannot be
reset accurately until the next oil change. To The Air Filter Life display must be reset after
which the display will return to zero. To
reset the engine oil life system, see Engine the engine air filter replacement. To reset,
stop the timer, press V briefly while Timer see Engine Air Filter Life System 0 237.
is displayed. To reset the timer to zero, Oil Life System 0 236.
press and hold V. Oil Pressure : Oil pressure is displayed in
either kilopascal (kPa) or in pounds per
square inch (psi).
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Tire Pressure : Displays a vehicle with the ECO Drive Assist Menu (ECO) Items Driver Information Center (DIC)
approximate pressures of all four tires. Tire
pressure is displayed in either Use w or x to scroll through the menu (Uplevel)
kilopascal (kPa) or in pounds per square items. Not all items are available on every The DIC displays are shown in the center of
inch (psi). See Tire Pressure Monitor System vehicle. the instrument cluster in the Info app. See
0 268 and Best Average Fuel Economy : The bottom Instrument Cluster 0 80. The displays show
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation 0 269. displays the best average fuel economy the status of many vehicle systems.
Battery Voltage : Displays the current (AFE) that is achieved for a selected
battery voltage, if equipped. Battery voltage distance. The top displays a running average
changes are normal while driving. See of fuel economy for the most recently
Charging System Light 0 86. If there is a traveled selected distance. The center bar
problem with the battery charging system, graph displays the instantaneous fuel
the DIC will display a message. economy. Quickly press V to change the
settings for the distance options.
Coolant Temperature : Shows the engine
coolant temperature in either degrees When viewing best AFE, a several second
Celsius (°C) or degrees Fahrenheit (°F). press and hold of V will reset the best
Speed Warning : This display is used to set value. The best value will show “- - -“ until
the vehicle speed at which the speed the selected distance has been traveled.
warning chime sounds and the alert is The display provides feedback on how
displayed. The speed can be set by pressing current driving behavior in the bar graph w or x : Press to move up or down in a
V while the speed warning display is affects the running average in the top list, or on the main view press to cycle
showing. display and how well recent driving through the different Info app pages.
Units : Move w or x to change between compares to the best that has been
achieved. o or p : Press o to open application
Metric or US when the Unit display is active. menus on the left. Press p to open
Press V to confirm the setting. This will interaction menus on the right.
change the displays on the DIC to the type
of measurements you select.
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V : Press to select a menu item. Press and can be turned on through the Settings app. vehicle's fuel economy over recent driving
hold to reset values on certain screens, See “DIC Info Page Options” earlier in this history and the amount of fuel remaining in
or on the main view reset info pages to the section. the fuel tank.
original setting. Speed : Shows the vehicle speed in either Instantaneous Fuel Economy : Displays the
DIC Info Page Options kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per current fuel economy in liters per
hour (mph). 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or miles per
The info pages on the DIC can be turned on gallon (mpg). This number reflects only the
or off through the Settings menu. Trip A or Trip B : Shows the current distance
traveled, in either kilometers (km) or approximate fuel economy that the vehicle
1. Press o to access the cluster miles (mi), since the trip odometer was last has right now and changes frequently as
applications. reset. driving conditions change. This display
cannot be reset.
2. Press w or x to scroll to the Settings This also shows the approximate average
application. liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or miles Oil Life : Shows an estimate of the oil's
per gallon (mpg). This number is calculated remaining useful life. If REMAINING OIL LIFE
3. Press V to enter the Settings menu. 99% is displayed, that means 99% of the
based on the number of L/100 km (mpg)
4. Scroll to Info Pages and pressp. recorded since the last time this menu item current oil life remains.
5. Press w or x to move through the list was reset. This number reflects only the When the remaining oil life is low, the
of possible information displays. approximate average fuel economy that the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will
vehicle has right now, and will change as appear on the display. The oil should be
6. Press V while an item is highlighted to driving conditions change. changed as soon as possible. See Engine Oil
select or deselect that item. When an 0 234. In addition to the engine oil life
item is selected, a checkmark will appear Press and hold V while this display is active system monitoring the oil life, additional
next to it. to reset the trip odometer and the average maintenance is recommended in the
fuel economy. Trip A and Trip B can also be Maintenance Schedule. See Maintenance
DIC Info Pages reset by pressing p and choosing reset. Schedule 0 304.
The following is the list of all possible DIC Fuel Range : Shows the approximate The Oil Life display must be reset after each
info page displays. Some may not be distance the vehicle can be driven without oil change. It will not reset itself. Do not to
available for your particular vehicle. Some refueling. LOW will be displayed when the reset the Oil Life display at any time other
items may not be turned on by default but vehicle is low on fuel. The fuel range than when the oil has just been changed.
estimate is based on an average of the
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It cannot be reset accurately until the next hour (mph). This average is based on the Timer : This display can be used as a timer.
oil change. To reset, see Engine Oil Life various vehicle speeds recorded since the To start the timer, press V while this
System 0 236. last reset. Reset the average speed by display is active. The display will show the
Air Filter Life : Shows an estimate of the pressing V when it is displayed. amount of time that has passed since the
engine air filter’s remaining useful life and Fuel Economy : The center displays the timer was last reset. To stop the timer,
the state of the system. Engine Air Filter Life approximate instantaneous fuel economy as press V briefly while this display is active
95% means 95% of the current air filter life a number and bar graph. Displayed above and the timer is running. To reset the timer
remains. Messages will display based on the the bar graph is a running average of fuel to zero, press and hold V while this display
engine air filter life and the state of the economy for the most recently traveled is active, or press p and select reset.
system. When the REPLACE AT NEXT OIL selected distance. Displayed below the bar
CHANGE message displays, the engine air graph is the best average fuel economy that Speed Limit : Shows the current speed limit
filter should be replaced at the time of the has been achieved for the selected distance. on vehicles with the navigation system. The
next oil change. When the REPLACE NOW The selected distance is displayed at the top information for this page comes from a
message displays, the engine air filter of the page as “last xxx mi/km.” roadway database.
should be replaced as soon as possible. Follow Distance : When Adaptive Cruise
Press p to select the distance or reset best
The Air Filter Life display must be reset after Control (ACC) is not engaged, the current
the engine air filter replacement. To reset, value. Use w and x to choose the follow time to the vehicle ahead is displayed
see Engine Air Filter Life System 0 237. distance and press V. Press w and x to as a time value on this page. When ACC has
Tire Pressure : Shows the approximate select “Reset Best Score.” Press V to reset been engaged, the display switches to the
the best average fuel economy. After reset, gap setting page. This page shows the
pressures of all four tires. Tire pressure is current gap setting along with the vehicle
displayed in either kilopascal (kPa) or in the best value displays “-,-” until the
selected distance has been traveled. ahead indicator.
pounds per square inch (psi). If the pressure
is low, the value for that tire is shown in The display provides information on how Battery Voltage : Displays the current
amber. See Tire Pressure Monitor System current driving behavior affects the running battery voltage, if equipped. Battery voltage
0 268 and average and how well recent driving changes are normal while driving. See
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation 0 269. compares to the best that has been Charging System Light 0 86. If there is a
achieved for the selected distance. problem with the battery charging system,
Average Vehicle Speed : Displays the the DIC will display a message.
average vehicle speed of the vehicle in
kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per
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Coolant Temperature : Shows the engine The messages that do not require . Engine and Transmission
coolant temperature in either degrees immediate action can be acknowledged and . Tire Pressure
Celsius (°C) or degrees Fahrenheit (°F). cleared by pressing V. The messages that . Battery
Oil Pressure : Oil pressure is displayed in require immediate action cannot be cleared
either kilopascal (kPa) or in pounds per until that action is performed. Engine Power Messages
square inch (psi). All messages should be taken seriously; ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED
Oil pressure can vary with engine speed, clearing the message does not correct the
problem. This message displays when the vehicle's
outside temperature, and oil viscosity. On propulsion power is reduced. A reduction in
some models, the oil pump will vary engine If a SERVICE message appears, see your propulsion power can affect the vehicle's
oil pressure according to engine needs. Oil dealer. ability to accelerate. If this message is on,
pressure may change quickly as the engine but there is no observed reduction in
speed or load varies. This is normal. If the Follow the instructions given in the
messages. The system displays messages performance, proceed to your destination.
oil pressure warning light or Driver Under certain conditions the performance
Information Center (DIC) message indicates regarding the following topics:
. Service Messages may be reduced the next time the vehicle is
oil pressure outside the normal operating driven. The vehicle may be driven while this
range, check the vehicle's oil as soon as . Fluid Levels
message is on, but maximum acceleration
possible. . Vehicle Security and speed may be reduced. Anytime this
Blank Page : Shows no information. . Brakes message stays on, or displays repeatedly,
. Steering the vehicle should be taken to your dealer
Vehicle Messages . Ride Control Systems for service as soon as possible.

Messages displayed on the DIC indicate the . Driver Assistance Systems Under certain operating conditions,
status of the vehicle or some action that . Cruise Control propulsion will be disabled. Try restarting
may be needed to correct a condition. . Lighting and Bulb Replacement after the ignition has been off for
Multiple messages may appear one after 30 seconds.
. Wiper/Washer Systems
another. . Doors and Windows
. Seat Belts
. Airbag Systems
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Vehicle Speed Messages The menu may contain the following: Auto Heated Seats
Rear Seat Reminder When enabled, this feature will
SPEED LIMITED TO XXX KM/H (MPH) automatically activate the heated seats at
This message shows that the vehicle speed This allows for a chime and a message when the level required by the interior
has been limited to the speed displayed. The the rear door has been opened before or temperature. The auto heated seats can be
limited speed is a protection for various during operation of the vehicle. turned off by using the heated seat buttons
propulsion and vehicle systems, such as Touch Off or On. on the center stack. See Heated and
lubrication, thermal, brakes, suspension, Ventilated Front Seats 0 34.
Teen Driver if equipped, or tires. Buckle to Drive
Touch Off or On.
This feature can prevent shifting out of Park
Auto Defog
Vehicle Personalization when the driver, and if applicable the front
passenger, seat belt is not buckled. See When turned on and high humidity is
The following are all possible vehicle Buckle To Drive 0 39. detected, the climate control system may
personalization features. Depending on the adjust to outside air supply and turn on the
vehicle, some may not be available. Touch Off or On.
air conditioner or the heater. The fan speed
For System, Apps, and Personal features and Climate and Air Quality may slightly increase to help prevent
functions, see Settings 0 147. fogging. When high humidity is no longer
Touch and the following may display:
detected, the system will return to its prior
To access the vehicle personalization menu: . Auto Fan Speed operation.
1. Touch the Settings icon on the Home . Auto Heated Seats
Page of the infotainment display. Touch Off or On.
. Auto Defog
2. Touch Vehicle to display a list of . Auto Rear Defog Auto Rear Defog
available options. When on, this feature turns on the rear
Auto Fan Speed
3. Touch to select the desired feature defogger at vehicle start when the interior
setting. This feature will set the auto fan speed. temperature is cold and fog is likely. The
Touch Low, Medium, or High. auto rear defog function can be disabled by
4. Touch 9 or R to turn a feature off or on.
pressing K. When off, the feature can be
5. Touch z to go to the top level of the
Settings menu.
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turned on by pressing K. See “Rear Adaptive Cruise Go Notifier Touch Off or On.
Window Defogger” under Dual Automatic This feature will give a reminder that Comfort and Convenience
Climate Control System 0 166. Adaptive Cruise Control provides when it has
brought the vehicle to a complete stop Touch and the following may display:
Touch Off or On.
behind another stopping vehicle, and then . Chime Volume
Collision/Detection Systems that vehicle drives on. See Adaptive Cruise . Reverse Tilt Mirror
Touch and the following may display: Control (Advanced) 0 197.
Chime Volume
. Forward Collision System Touch Off or On.
This allows the selection of the chime
. Front Pedestrian Detection Lane Change Alert volume level.
. Adaptive Cruise Go Notifier
This allows the Lane Change Alert feature to Touch the controls on the infotainment
. Lane Change Alert be turned on or off. See Lane Change Alert display to adjust the volume.
. Rear Camera Park Assist Symbols (LCA) 0 214.
Reverse Tilt Mirror
. Rear Cross Traffic Alert When Lane Change Alert is disabled, Side
When on, the driver, passenger, or both
Forward Collision System Blind Zone Alert is also disabled.
driver and passenger outside mirrors will tilt
This setting can alert of a potential crash Touch Off or On. downward when the vehicle is shifted into
with a detected vehicle ahead and can apply Rear Camera Park Assist Symbols R (Reverse) to improve visibility of the
brakes to help reduce a collision’s severity. ground near the rear wheels. They may
This setting enables the Rear Camera Park move from their tilted position when the
Touch Off, Alert, or Alert and Brake. Assist Symbols. See Assistance Systems for vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse) or
Front Pedestrian Detection Parking or Backing 0 205. turned off. See Reverse Tilt Mirrors 0 22.
This feature may help avoid or reduce the Touch Off or On. Touch Off, On - Driver and Passenger, On -
harm caused by front-end crashes with Rear Cross Traffic Alert Driver, or On - Passenger.
nearby pedestrians.
This allows the Rear Cross Traffic Alert Lighting
See Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) System feature to be turned on or off. See “Rear
0 212. Touch and the following may display:
Cross Traffic Alert” in Assistance Systems for
. Vehicle Locator Lights
Touch Off, Alert, or Alert and Brake. Parking or Backing 0 205.
. Exit Lighting
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Vehicle Locator Lights Auto Door Unlock Remote Unlock Light Feedback
This setting flashes the vehicle’s headlamps This allows selection of which of the doors This setting flashes the exterior lamps when
when K is pressed on the Remote Keyless will automatically unlock when the vehicle is the vehicle is unlocked with the RKE
Entry (RKE) transmitter. shifted into P (Park). transmitter.
Touch Off or On. Touch Off, All Doors, or Driver Door. Touch Off or Flash Lights.
Exit Lighting Delayed Door Lock Remote Lock Feedback
This setting specifies how long the When on, this feature will delay the locking This setting specifies how the vehicle
headlamps stay on after the vehicle is of the doors. To override the delay, press responds when the vehicle is locked with
turned off and exited. the power door lock switch on the door. the RKE transmitter.
Touch Off, 30 Seconds, 60 Seconds, Touch Off or On. Touch Off, Lights and Horn, Lights Only,
or 120 Seconds. or Horn Only.
Remote Lock, Unlock, and Start
Power Door Locks Remote Door Unlock
Touch and the following may display:
. Remote Unlock Light Feedback This setting specifies whether all doors,
Touch and the following may display:
or just the driver door, unlock when pressing
. Open Door Anti Lock Out . Remote Lock Feedback
. Auto Door Unlock . Remote Door Unlock
K on the RKE transmitter.
. Delayed Door Lock . Remote Start Auto Cool Seats Touch All Doors or Driver Door.
Open Door Anti Lock Out . Remote Start Auto Heat Seats Remote Start Auto Cool Seats
. Remote Window Operation If equipped and turned on, this feature will
This setting prevents the driver door from
locking when the door is open. If this . Passive Door Unlock turn the ventilated seats on when using
setting is on, the Delayed Door Lock menu . Passive Door Lock remote start on warm days.
will not be available. . Remote Left in Vehicle Alert Touch Off, On-Driver and Passenger,
Touch Off or On. or On-Driver.
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Remote Start Auto Heat Seats Touch Off, On with Horn Chirp, or On. Teen Driver
This setting automatically turns on the Remote Left in Vehicle Alert See Teen Driver 0 153.
heated seats when using the remote start This feature sounds an alert when the RKE
function on cold days. See Heated and Valet Mode
transmitter is left in the vehicle. This menu
Ventilated Front Seats 0 34 and also enables Remote No Longer in Vehicle This will lock the infotainment system and
Remote Vehicle Start 0 13. Alert. steering wheel controls. It may also limit
Touch Off, On-Driver and Passenger, access to vehicle storage locations,
Touch Off or On. if equipped.
or On-Driver.
Remote Window Operation Seating Position To enable valet mode:
This allows the windows to be opened when Touch and the following may display: 1. Enter a four-digit code on the keypad.
pressing and holding K on the RKE . Seat Entry Memory 2. Select Enter to go to the confirmation
transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) . Seat Exit Memory screen.
System Operation 0 7. Seat Entry Memory 3. Re-enter the four-digit code.
Touch Off or On. This feature automatically recalls the Touch Lock or Unlock to lock or unlock the
Passive Door Unlock previously stored 1 or 2 button positions system. Touch Back to go back to the
when the ignition is changed from off to on previous menu.
This setting specifies which doors unlock or ACC/ACCESSORY. See Memory Seats 0 32.
when using the button on the driver door
handle to unlock the vehicle. Touch Off or On.
Touch Off, All Doors, or Driver Door Only. Seat Exit Memory
Passive Door Lock This feature automatically recalls the
previously stored exit button positions when
This setting specifies if the vehicle will the ignition is changed from on or ACC/
automatically lock, or lock and provide an ACCESSORY to off if the driver door is open
alert after all the doors are closed, and you or opened. See Memory Seats 0 32.
walk away from the vehicle with the RKE
transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Touch Off or On.
System Operation 0 7.
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Lighting Exterior Lighting 5 : Turns on the headlamps together with
the parking lamps and instrument panel
Exterior Lighting Exterior Lamp Controls lights.
Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 IntelliBeam System
Exterior Lamps Off Reminder . . . . . . . . . . 105
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer . . . 105 If equipped, this system turns the vehicle's
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 high-beam headlamps on and off according
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . 106 to surrounding traffic conditions.
Automatic Headlamp System . . . . . . . . . . 106 The system turns the high-beam headlamps
Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 on when it is dark enough and there is no
Turn and Lane-Change Signals . . . . . . . . . 107 other traffic present.
Interior Lighting This light b comes on in the instrument
Instrument Panel Illumination The exterior lamp control is on the cluster when the IntelliBeam system is
Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 instrument panel to the left of the steering enabled.
Courtesy Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 column.
Turning On and Enabling IntelliBeam
Dome Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Reading Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
O : Turns the exterior lamps off and
deactivates the AUTO mode. Turn to O
Lighting Features again to reactivate the AUTO mode.
Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 In Canada, the headlamps will automatically
Exit Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 reactivate when the vehicle is shifted out of
Battery Load Management . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 P (Park).
Battery Power Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver . . . . . . . . 109 AUTO : Turns the exterior lamps on and off
automatically depending on outside lighting.
; : Turns on the parking lamps including
all lamps, except the headlamps.
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To enable the IntelliBeam system, press . The IntelliBeam system is disabled by the The IntelliBeam system may need to be
b on the turn signal lever when the button on the turn signal lever. If this disabled if any of the above conditions exist.
exterior lamp control is in the AUTO or 5 happens, press b on the turn signal
position. lever when the exterior lamp control is in Exterior Lamps Off Reminder
the AUTO or 5 position. The instrument A warning chime sounds if the driver door is
Driving with IntelliBeam
cluster light will come on to indicate the opened while the ignition is off and the
The system only activates the high beams IntelliBeam system is reactivated. exterior lamps are on.
when driving over 40 km/h (25 mph).
The high beams may not turn off Headlamp High/Low-Beam
The blue high-beam on light appears on the automatically if the system cannot detect
instrument cluster when the high beams another vehicle's lamps because of any of Changer
are on. the following: 3 : Push the turn signal lever away from
There is a sensor near the top center of the . The other vehicle's lamps are missing, you and release, to turn the high beams on.
windshield that automatically controls the damaged, obstructed from view, To return to low beams, push the lever
system. Keep this area of the windshield or otherwise undetected. again or pull it toward you and release.
clear of debris to allow for best system . The other vehicle's lamps are covered
performance. with dirt, snow, and/or road spray.
The high-beam headlamps remain on, under . The other vehicle's lamps cannot be
the automatic control, until one of the detected due to dense exhaust, smoke,
following situations occurs: fog, snow, road spray, mist, or other
. The system detects an approaching airborne obstructions.
vehicle's headlamps. . The vehicle's windshield is dirty, cracked,
This indicator light turns on in the
. The system detects a preceding vehicle's or obstructed by something that blocks
instrument cluster when the high-beam
taillamps. the view of the light sensor.
headlamps are on.
. The outside light is bright enough that . The vehicle is loaded such that the front
high-beam headlamps are not required. end points upward, causing the light Flash-to-Pass
sensor to aim high and not detect
. The vehicle's speed drops below 20 km/h To flash the high beams, pull the turn signal
headlamps and taillamps.
(12 mph). lever toward you, and release.
. Driving on winding or hilly roads.
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Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Lights On with Wipers
DRL can make it easier for others to see the If the windshield wipers are activated in
front of your vehicle during the day. Fully daylight with the engine on, and the
functional DRL are required on all vehicles exterior lamp control is in AUTO, the
first sold in Canada. headlamps, parking lamps, and other
exterior lamps come on. The transition time
The DRL system comes on in daylight when for the lamps coming on varies based on
the following conditions are met: wiper speed. When the wipers are not
. The ignition is on. operating, these lamps turn off. Move the
. The exterior lamp control is in AUTO, exterior lamp control to O or ; to disable
if equipped. this feature.
. The light sensor determines it is daytime.
. The vehicle is not in P (Park). There is a light sensor on top of the Hazard Warning Flashers
instrument panel. Do not cover the sensor,
When the DRL are on, the taillamps, otherwise the headlamps will come on when
sidemarker lamps, instrument panel lights, they are not needed.
and other lamps will not be on.
The system may also turn on the headlamps
The DRLs turn off if the Exterior Lamp when driving through a parking garage or
control is placed out of AUTO. For vehicles tunnel.
first sold in Canada, the DRL can only be
turned off when the vehicle is parked. When it is bright enough outside, the
headlamps will turn off or may change to
Automatic Headlamp System Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).
The headlamps come on automatically when The automatic headlamp system turns off
the exterior lamp control is set to AUTO and when the exterior lamp control is turned to
it is dark enough outside. O or the ignition is off.
| : Press this button to make the front
and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off.
Press again to turn the flashers off.
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The hazard warning flashers turn on Replace any burned out bulbs. If a bulb is Courtesy Lamps
automatically if the airbags deploy. not burned out, check the fuse. See Fuses
and Circuit Breakers 0 253. The courtesy lamps come on when any door
Turn and Lane-Change Signals is opened unless the dome lamp override is
activated. To deactivate the dome lamp
Interior Lighting override, press j OFF and the indicator
Instrument Panel Illumination light on the button will turn off.
Control Dome Lamps

Move the lever all the way up or down to

signal a turn.
An arrow on the instrument cluster flashes
in the direction of the turn or lane change.
Raise or lower the lever until the arrow This feature adjusts the brightness of all
starts to flash to signal a lane change. Hold illuminated controls. The instrument panel
it there until the lane change is completed. illumination control is next to the exterior
If the lever is briefly pressed and released, lamp control. Dome Lamp Controls
the turn signal flashes three times. Push the knob in all the way until it extends
The turn and lane-change signal can be out and then turn the knob clockwise or
turned off manually by moving the lever counterclockwise to brighten or dim the
back to its original position. lights. Push the knob back in when finished.
If after signaling a turn or lane change, the The knob is functional at night, or when the
arrow flashes rapidly or does not come on, a headlamps or parking lamps are ON.
signal bulb may be burned out.
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Reading Lamps
There may be front and rear reading lamps.

Center Dome Lamp If equipped, the rear reading lamps are in

The dome lamp controls are in the overhead the headliner.
console. Press the button near each lamp to turn
If equipped, the front reading lamps are in reading lamps on or off.
To operate, press the following buttons: the overhead console.
+ ON/OFF : Press to turn the dome lamps
on manually.
Press the lamp lenses to turn the reading Lighting Features
lamps on or off.
j OFF : Press to turn off the dome Entry Lighting
lamps when a door is open. An indicator Some exterior lamps and most of the
light on the button will turn on when the interior lamps turn on briefly at night or in
dome lamp override is activated. Press j areas with limited lighting when the Remote
OFF again to deactivate this feature and the Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter K button is
indicator light will turn off. The dome lamps pressed. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
will come on when doors are opened. System Operation 0 7. After about
30 seconds the exterior lamps turn off, then
the dome lamps and remaining interior
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lamps dim to off. Entry lighting can be When the battery's state of charge is low, Normally, these actions occur in steps or
disabled manually by turning the ignition on the voltage is raised slightly to quickly bring levels, without being noticeable. In rare
or to ACC/ACCESSORY, or by pressing Q on the charge back up. When the state of cases at the highest levels of corrective
the RKE transmitter. charge is high, the voltage is lowered action, this action may be noticeable to the
slightly to prevent overcharging. If the driver. If so, a DIC message might be
This feature can be changed. See Vehicle vehicle has a voltmeter gauge or a voltage displayed and it is recommended that the
Personalization 0 100. display on the Driver Information Center driver reduce the electrical loads as much as
(DIC), you may see the voltage move up or possible.
Exit Lighting down. This is normal. If there is a problem,
Some exterior lamps and interior lights an alert will be displayed. Battery Power Protection
come on at night, or in areas with limited The battery can be discharged at idle if the The battery saver feature is designed to
lighting, when the driver door is opened protect the vehicle's battery.
electrical loads are very high. This is true for
after the ignition is turned off. The dome
all vehicles. This is because the generator If some interior lamps are left on and the
lamp comes on after the ignition is turned
(alternator) may not be spinning fast ignition is turned off, the battery rundown
off. The exterior lamps and dome lamp
enough at idle to produce all of the power protection system automatically turns the
remain on for a set amount of time, then
needed for very high electrical loads. lamp off after some time.
automatically turn off.
A high electrical load occurs when several of
The exterior lamps turn off immediately by
the following are on, such as: headlamps, Exterior Lighting Battery Saver
turning the exterior lamp control off.
high beams, rear window defogger, climate The exterior lamps turn off about 10 minutes
This feature can be changed. See Vehicle control fan at high speed, heated seats, after the ignition is turned off, if the parking
Personalization 0 100. engine cooling fans, trailer loads, and loads lamps or headlamps have been manually
plugged into accessory power outlets. left on. This protects against draining the
Battery Load Management battery. To restart the 10-minute timer, turn
EPM works to prevent excessive discharge of
The vehicle has Electric Power Management the battery. It does this by balancing the the exterior lamp control to the off position
(EPM) that estimates the battery's generator's output and the vehicle's and then back to the parking lamp or
temperature and state of charge. It then electrical needs. It can increase engine idle headlamp position.
adjusts the voltage for best performance speed to generate more power whenever To keep the lamps on for more than
and extended life of the battery. needed. It can temporarily reduce the power 10 minutes, the ignition must be on or in
demands of some accessories. ACC/ACCESSORY.
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Infotainment System Destination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
OnStar System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Introduction
Global Positioning System (GPS) . . . . . . . 135 Read the following pages to become familiar
Introduction Vehicle Positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 with the features.
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 Problems with Route Guidance . . . . . . . . 135
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 If the System Needs Service . . . . . . . . . . . 136 { Warning
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 Map Data Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Using the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Taking your eyes off the road for too
Database Coverage Explanations . . . . . . . 136
Software Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 long or too often while using any
Voice Recognition infotainment feature can cause a crash.
Radio Voice Recognition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 You or others could be injured or killed.
AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Do not give extended attention to
HD Radio Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 Phone infotainment tasks while driving. Limit
Radio Data System (RDS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Bluetooth (Overview) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 your glances at the vehicle displays and
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Bluetooth (Pairing and Using a
focus your attention on driving. Use voice
Radio Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 Phone) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Backglass Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 Apple CarPlay and Android Auto . . . . . . 146 commands whenever possible.
Multi-Band Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Settings The infotainment system has built-in
Audio Players Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 features intended to help avoid distraction
Avoiding Untrusted Media Devices . . . . 120 Teen Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 by disabling some features when driving.
USB Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 These features may gray out when they are
Auxiliary Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Trademarks and License Agreements unavailable. Many infotainment features are
Bluetooth Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Trademarks and License also available through the instrument cluster
Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 and steering wheel controls.
OnStar System
OnStar System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Navigation
Using the Navigation System . . . . . . . . . . 124
Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Navigation Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
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Before driving: Overview
. Become familiar with the operation,
center stack controls, steering wheel Infotainment System
controls, and infotainment display. The infotainment system is controlled by using the infotainment display, controls on the
. Set up the audio by presetting favorite center stack, steering wheel controls, and voice recognition.
stations, setting the tone, and adjusting
the speakers.
. Set up phone numbers in advance so they
can be called easily by pressing a single
control or by using a single voice
command.
See Distracted Driving 0 173.
Active Noise Cancellation (ANC)
If equipped, ANC reduces engine noise in the
vehicle’s interior. ANC requires the
factory-installed audio system, radio,
speakers, amplifier (if equipped), induction 1. { (Home Page) 2. 7
system, and exhaust system to work
properly. Deactivation is required by your . Press to go to the Home Page. See . Radio: Press and release to go to
dealer if related aftermarket equipment is “Home Page” later in this section. the previous station or channel.
installed. . Press to exit Android Auto or Apple Press and hold to fast seek the
CarPlay. To enter back into Android next strongest previous station or
Auto or Apple CarPlay, press and channel. See AM-FM Radio 0 116.
hold. See Apple CarPlay and
Android Auto 0 146.
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. USB/Bluetooth: Press to seek to . USB/Bluetooth: Press to seek the 5. Continue dragging and dropping
the beginning of the current or next track. Press and hold to fast application icons as desired.
previous track. Press and hold to forward through a track. Release to
quickly reverse through a track. return to playing speed. See USB Steering Wheel Controls
Release to return to playing speed. Port 0 120 or
See USB Port 0 120 or Bluetooth Audio 0 123.
Bluetooth Audio 0 123. 5. S BACK
3. O (Power) . Press S BACK to return to the
. Press to turn the power on. previous display in a menu.
. Press and hold to turn the Home Page
power off.
. Press to mute/unmute the system The Home Page is where vehicle application
when on. icons are accessed. Some applications are
disabled when the vehicle is moving.
. When the power is on and the
system is not muted, a quick Swipe left or right across the display to
status pane will display when O is access the pages of icons.
pressed. Pressing O will mute the Managing Home Page Icons If equipped, some audio controls can be
system and trigger this pane to 1. Touch and hold any of the Home Page adjusted at the steering wheel.
show a long press is required to icons to enter edit mode. g : Press to answer an incoming call or
actually power down the system. start voice recognition. See Bluetooth
2. Continue holding the icon and drag it to
. Turn to decrease or increase the the desired position. (Overview) 0 141 or
volume. Bluetooth (Pairing and Using a Phone) 0 142.
3. Release your finger to drop the icon in
4. 6 the desired position. c : Press to reject an incoming call or end
. Radio: Press and release to go to a current call. Press to mute or unmute the
4. To move an application to another page,
the next station or channel. Press drag the icon to the edge of the display infotainment system when not on a call.
and hold to fast seek the next toward the desired page.
strongest station or channel. o or p : Press to go to the previous or
next menu on the instrument cluster.
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w or x : Press to go to the next or Using the System Users
previous list on the instrument cluster. If equipped, touch the Users icon to sign in
Audio
V : Press to select a highlighted menu or create a new user profile, and follow the
option. Touch the Audio icon to display the active on-screen instructions.
audio source page. Examples of available
Only four user profiles can be active at one
sources may include AM, FM, SXM (if
time in the vehicle. It may be necessary to
equipped), USB, and Bluetooth.
remove a profile from the menu before
Phone creating or signing into an existing profile.
The removed profile can be logged into at a
Touch the Phone icon to display the later time.
Phone main page. See Bluetooth (Overview)
0 141 or Settings
Bluetooth (Pairing and Using a Phone) 0 142.
Touch the Settings icon to display the
Nav Settings menu. See Settings 0 147.
Touch the Nav icon (if equipped) to display Apple CarPlay
the navigation map. See Using the
Touch the Apple CarPlay icon to activate
The favorite and volume switches are on the Navigation System 0 124.
Apple CarPlay (if equipped) after a
back of the steering wheel. Climate supported device is connected. See Apple
1. Favorite: When on a radio source, press CarPlay and Android Auto 0 146.
Touch the Climate icon to display the
to select the next or previous favorite. Climate main page. See Dual Automatic
When on a media source, press to select
Android Auto
Climate Control System 0 166.
the next or previous track. Touch the Android Auto icon to activate
2. Volume: Press to increase or decrease Wi-Fi Hotspot Android Auto (if equipped) after a supported
the volume. device is connected. See Apple CarPlay and
Touch the Wi-Fi Hotspot icon to display the Android Auto 0 146.
Wi-Fi Hotspot information. See Settings
0 147.
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Apps Camera Touch/Tap
If equipped, in-vehicle apps are available for If equipped, touch the Camera icon to access
download. Touch the Apps icon on the the camera application. See Assistance
Home Page to begin. Systems for Parking or Backing 0 205.
Downloading and using in-vehicle apps Shortcut Tray
requires Internet connectivity which can be
accessed with a data plan through the The shortcut tray is near the bottom of the
vehicle’s built-in 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot, display. It shows up to four applications.
if equipped, or a compatible mobile device Infotainment Display Features
hotspot. On most mobile devices, activation
of the Wi-Fi hotspot is in the device’s Infotainment display features show on the Touch/tap is used to select an icon or
Settings menu under Mobile Network display when available. When a feature is option, activate an application, or change
Sharing, Personal Hotspot, Mobile Hotspot, unavailable, it may gray out. When a the location inside a map.
or similar. feature is touched, it may highlight. Touch and Hold
Availability of apps and connectivity varies Haptic Feedback
by vehicle, conditions, and location. Data
If equipped, haptic feedback is a pulse that
plan rates apply. Features are subject to
occurs when an icon or option is touched on
change. For more information, see
the display or when controls on the center
[Link]/learn.
stack are pressed.
OnStar Services Infotainment Gestures
If equipped, touch the OnStar Services icon
Use the following finger gestures to control
to display the OnStar Services and Account
the infotainment system.
pages. See OnStar Overview 0 331 and
Touch and hold can be used to start another
OnStar System 0 124.
gesture, or to move or delete an application.
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Drag Nudge is used to move items a short Spread
distance on a list or a map. To nudge, hold
and move the selected item up or down to
a new location.
Fling or Swipe

Drag is used to move applications on the Spread is used to zoom in on a map, certain
Home Page, or to pan the map. To drag the images, or a web page. Place finger and
item, it must be held and moved along the thumb together on the display, then move
display to the new location. This can be them apart.
done up, down, right, or left. This feature is Fling or swipe is used to scroll through a Pinch
only available when vehicle is parked and list, pan the map, or change page views. Do
not in motion. this by placing a finger on the display then
Nudge moving it rapidly up and down or right
and left.

Pinch is used to zoom out on a map, certain

images, or a web page. Place finger and
thumb apart on the display, then move
them together.
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Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces and Vehicle sources listed at the left side of the display From the AM, FM, or SXM (if equipped)
Information and Radio Displays or touch the More option to display a list of option, press 6 or 7 on the center stack
available sources. Examples of available to search for the previous or next strong
For vehicles with high gloss surfaces or sources may include AM, FM, SXM (if
vehicle displays, use a microfiber cloth to station or channel.
equipped), MyMedia, USB, and Bluetooth.
wipe surfaces. Before wiping the surface Browsing Stations
with the microfiber cloth, use a soft bristle Infotainment System Sound Menu Touch the Browse option to list all available
brush to remove dirt that could scratch the stations or channels. Navigate up and down
From any of the audio source main pages,
surface. Then use the microfiber cloth by through all stations by scrolling the list.
touch Sound to display the following:
gently rubbing to clean. Never use window Touch the station or channel you want to
cleaners or solvents. Periodically hand wash Equalizer : Touch to adjust Bass, Midrange,
the microfiber cloth separately, using mild Treble, and Surround (if equipped) using the listen to. Touch H to save the station or
soap. Do not use bleach or fabric softener. options on the infotainment display. channel as a favorite.
Rinse thoroughly and air dry before Fade/Balance : Touch to adjust by using the If equipped, touch Update Station List to
next use. controls on the infotainment display or by update the active stations in your area.
tapping/dragging the crosshair. Direct Tune
Software Updates
Finding a Station
Over-the-Air Software Updates
Seeking a Station
If equipped, see “Updates” under Settings
0 147 for details on software updates.

Radio
AM-FM Radio
Playing the Radio Access Direct Tune by touching the Tune
From the Home Page, touch the Audio icon icon on the infotainment display to bring up
to display the active audio source page. the keypad. Navigate through all frequencies
Choose from the three most recently used using the arrows on the right side of the
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Direct Tune display. Directly enter a station If equipped, HD Radio multicast stations Storing Radio Station Presets
or channel using the keypad. When a new cannot be tuned directly through the Direct
Favorites show in the area at the top of the
station or channel is entered, the Tune feature. Only the analog or
display.
information about that station or channel HD1 station can use that feature. Use the
displays on the right side. This information display arrows to adjust to the multicast AM, FM, SXM (if equipped), and HD Radio
will update with each new valid frequency. stations. Stations (if equipped) : Press and hold a
Touch H to save the station or channel as preset to store the current station or
AM, FM, and SXM Categories channel as a favorite. Touch a saved favorite
a favorite.
to recall a favorite station or channel.
The keypad will gray out entries that do not
contribute to a valid frequency and will Favorites can also be stored by touching H
automatically place a decimal point within in a station or channel list. This will
the frequency number. highlight indicating that it is now saved as a
Touch (X) to delete one number at a time. favorite.
Touch and hold (X) to delete all numbers. The number of favorites displayed is
A valid AM or FM station will automatically automatically adjusted by default, but can
tune to the new frequency but not close the be manually adjusted in Settings in the
Direct Tune display. When listening to SXM System tab under Favorites and then Set
From the AM stations, if equipped with HD
(if equipped), touch Go after entering the Number of Audio Favorites. It can also be
Radio, FM, or SXM (if equipped) display,
channel. Touch the Back icon on the adjusted in Settings in the Apps tab under
touch Categories at the top of the Browse
Audio and then Set Number of Audio
infotainment display or touch z to exit out menu to access the categories list. The list
Favorites.
of Direct Tune. contains names associated with the AM or
FM stations, or SXM channels. Touch a HD Radio Technology
The tune arrows on the right side of the category name to display a list of stations
Direct Tune display will tune through the or channels for that category. Touching a If equipped, HD Radio is a free service with
complete station or channel list one station station or channel from the list will tune the features such as digital quality sound, more
step at a time per touch. A touch and hold radio to that station or channel. stations available on a single frequency such
advances through stations or channels as HD2 and HD3, and display information
quickly. such as artist and song title.
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From the Now Playing display, touch the HD HD Radio Troubleshooting This system relies on receiving specific
Radio icon to turn HD on or off. Digital Audio Delay : Wait for the signal to information from these stations and only
Station Access process. This can take several seconds. works when the information is available.
It is possible that a radio station could
To access HD Radio stations: Volume Change, Audio Skip, Echo, Digital broadcast incorrect information that causes
1. Tune the radio to the station. If HD Audio Lost : Station signal strength may be the radio features to work improperly. If this
Radio is turned on and the station is weak, the station is out of range, or the happens, contact the radio station.
broadcasting in HD Radio, the radio will station may be out of alignment. Verify
proper reception on another station. When information is broadcast from a RDS
automatically tune to the HD version of station, the station name or call letters
the current channel (HD1) after several If the HD Radio signal weakens while display on the audio screen. Radio text
seconds. The radio will also display icons listening to HD1, the radio will automatically supporting the currently playing broadcast
representing additional channels (HD2, switch to the analog version of the radio may also appear.
...HD8), that may be available. When the station.
radio successfully tunes to a HD station,
If the HD Radio signal loses reception while
Satellite Radio
the HD logo will display and digital
audio will play. listening to stations HD2 to HD8, the radio SiriusXM Radio Service
mutes until the signal can be recovered or
2. Touch the display arrows to tune to the until the station is changed. If equipped, vehicles with a valid SiriusXM
previous or next HD Radio station. radio subscription can receive SiriusXM
HD Radio can be disabled if driving in a programming.
There may be a delay before the station weak signal area. Touch HD Radio On/Off to
starts playing. toggle HD Radio reception on and off. SiriusXM radio has a wide variety of
The HD Radio station number is indicated programming and commercial-free music,
next to the HD logo. Radio Data System (RDS) coast to coast, in digital-quality sound. In
the U.S., see [Link] or call
HD Radio stations can be saved as favorites. If equipped, RDS features are available for 1-888-601-6296. In Canada, see
use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS [Link] or call 1-877-438-9677.
For a list of all stations, see information. With RDS, the radio can:
[Link]. When SiriusXM is active, the channel name,
. Group stations by Category (i.e., Program
Type) such as Rock, Jazz, Classical, etc. number, song title, and artist appear on the
display.
. Display messages from radio stations.
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SiriusXM with 360L reduce interference, some static can occur, Mobile Device Usage
especially around tall buildings or hills,
SiriusXM with 360L interface has enhanced Mobile device usage, such as making or
causing the sound to fade in and out.
in-vehicle listening experience for receiving calls, charging, or just having the
subscribers. The experience now offers more AM mobile device on may cause static
categories and system learned interference in the radio. Unplug the mobile
recommendations toward discovering more The range for most AM stations is greater device or turn it off if this happens.
personalized content. than for FM, especially at night. The longer
range can cause station frequencies to Backglass Antenna
To use the full SiriusXM 360L program, interfere with each other. Static can also
including streaming content and listening occur when things like storms and power The AM-FM antenna is integrated with the
recommendations, OnStar Connected Access lines interfere with radio reception. When rear window defogger in the rear window.
is required. Connected vehicle services vary this happens, try reducing the treble on the Do not scratch the inside surface or damage
by model and require a complete working radio. the lines in the glass. If the inside surface is
electrical system, cell reception, and GPS damaged, it could interfere with radio
signal. An active connected plan is required. SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service reception. For proper radio reception, the
If equipped, SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service antenna connector needs to be properly
Reference the SiriusXM user guide for use
provides digital radio reception. Tall attached to the post on the glass.
and subscription information.
buildings or hills can interfere with satellite
Radio Reception radio signals, causing the sound to fade in
Caution
and out. In addition, traveling or standing Using a razor blade or sharp object to
Unplug electronic devices from the accessory clear the inside rear window can damage
under heavy foliage, bridges, garages,
power outlets if there is interference or
or tunnels may cause loss of the SiriusXM the rear window antenna and/or the rear
static in the radio.
signal for a period of time. Some cellular window defogger. Repairs would not be
FM services may interfere with SXM reception covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not
causing loss of signal. clear the inside rear window with sharp
FM signals only reach about 16 to 65 km (10
to 40 mi). Although the radio has a built-in objects.
electronic circuit that automatically works to
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USB Port . OGG
Caution
. 3GP
Do not apply aftermarket glass tinting Audio stored on a USB device may be
with metallic film. The metallic film in listened to. Gracenote
some tinting materials will interfere with The vehicle may be equipped with two USB When plugging in a USB device, Gracenote
or distort the incoming radio reception. ports in the center console. These ports are service builds voice tags for music. Voice
Any damage caused to the backglass for data and charging. There may also be tags allow artists, albums with hard to
antenna due to metallic tinting materials two USB ports for charging only at the rear pronounce names, and nicknames to be used
will not be covered by the vehicle of the center console. to play music through voice recognition,
warranty. if equipped.
Caution While indexing, infotainment features may
Multi-Band Antenna To avoid vehicle damage, unplug all be available.
accessories and disconnect all accessory My Media Library
The roof antenna is for SXM, OnStar, and
cables from the vehicle when not in use.
GPS (Global Positioning System). Keep clear MyMedia is only available when more than
of obstructions for clear reception. If the Accessory cables left plugged into the
vehicle, unconnected to a device, could be one indexed device is connected. It allows
vehicle has a sunroof, and it is open, access to content from all indexed media
reception can also be affected. damaged or cause an electrical short if
sources. MyMedia will show as an available
the unconnected end comes in contact
source in the Source page.
with liquids or another power source such
Audio Players as the accessory power outlet. USB MP3 Player and USB Devices
Avoiding Untrusted Media Devices The USB MP3 players and USB devices
Playing from a USB connected must comply with the USB Mass
When using media devices such as SD cards, Storage Class specification (USB MSC).
USB devices, and mobile devices, consider A USB mass storage device can be connected
the source. Untrusted media devices could to the USB port. To play a USB device:
contain files that affect system operation or Audio extensions supported by the USB may 1. Connect the USB.
performance. Avoid use if the content or include: 2. Touch Audio from the Home Page.
origin cannot be trusted. . MP3
3. Touch the More option and then touch
. AAC the USB device.
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Use the following when playing an active side. Select A-Z to view a display that will Songs:
USB source: show all letters of the alphabet and select 1. Touch to display a list of all songs on
the letter to go to. the USB.
p : Touch to play the current media source.
Touch the up and down arrows to move the 2. To begin playback, touch a song from
j : Touch to pause playback of the current list up and down. the list.
media source.
Touch Browse and the following may Albums:
7: display: 1. Touch to view the albums on the USB.
. Touch to seek the beginning of the Playlists: 2. Touch the album to view a list of all
current or previous track. songs on the album.
1. Touch to view the playlists stored on
. Touch and hold to reverse quickly the USB. 3. Touch a song from the list to begin
through playback. Release to return to
2. Touch a playlist to view the list of all playback.
playing speed. Elapsed time displays.
songs in that playlist. Genres:
6: 3. Touch a song from the list to begin 1. Touch to view the genres on the USB.
. Touch to seek the next track. playback.
. Touch and hold to advance quickly
2. Touch a genre to view a list of artists.
Supported playlist extensions are m3u
through playback. Release to return to and pls. 3. Touch an artist to view albums by that
playing speed. Elapsed time displays. artist.
Artists: 4. Touch an album to view songs on the
Shuffle : Touch the shuffle icon to play
1. Touch to view the list of artists stored album.
music in random order.
on the USB. 5. Touch a song to start playback.
USB Sound Menu 2. Touch an artist name to view a list of all
albums by the artist. Composers:
See “Infotainment System Sound Menu”
under AM-FM Radio 0 116. 3. To select a song, touch All Songs or 1. Touch to view the composers on
touch an album and then touch a song the USB.
USB Browse Menu
from the list. 2. Touch a Composer to view a list of
When a list of songs, albums, artists, albums by that composer.
or other types of media displays, the up and
down arrows and A-Z appear on the left
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3. Touch an album or All Songs to view a The songs, artists, albums, and genres are Albums : Touch H next to any album to
list of songs. taken from the file’s song information and store the album as a favorite. Touch a saved
4. Touch a song from the list to begin are only displayed if present. The radio favorite to recall a favorite album. The first
playback. displays the file name as the track name if song in the album list begins to play.
the song information is not available.
Folders: Genres : Touch H next to any genre to
Supported Apple Devices store the genre as a favorite. Touch a saved
1. Touch to view the directories on
the USB. To view supported devices, see favorite to recall a favorite genre. The first
2. Touch a folder to view a list of all files. [Link]/learn. song of the genre begins to play.
3. Touch a file from the list to begin Storing and Recalling Media Favorites Podcasts : Touch H next to any podcast to
playback. To store media favorites, touch Browse to store the podcast as a favorite. Touch a
Podcasts : Touch to view the podcasts on display a list of media types. saved favorite to recall a favorite podcast.
the connected Apple device and get a list of The podcast begins to play.
Touch one of the following Browse options
podcast episodes. to save a favorite: Audiobooks : Touch H next to any
Audiobooks: audiobook to store the audiobook as a
Playlists : Touch H next to any playlist to favorite. Touch a saved favorite to recall a
1. Touch to view the audiobooks stored on store the playlist as a favorite. Touch a favorite audiobook. The first chapter in the
the Apple device. saved favorite to recall a favorite playlist. audiobook begins to play.
2. Touch an audiobook to get a list of The first song in the playlist begins to play.
chapters. Media Playback and Mute
Artists : Touch H next to any artist to
3. Touch the chapter from the list to begin store the artist as a favorite. Touch a saved USB playback will be paused if the system is
playback. favorite to recall a favorite artist. The first muted. If the steering wheel mute control is
File System and Naming song in the artist list begins to play. pressed again, playback will resume.
File systems supported by the USB may If the source is changed while in mute,
Songs : Touch H next to any song to store
include: playback resumes and audio will unmute.
the song as a favorite. Touch a saved
. FAT32 favorite to recall a favorite song.
. NTFS
. HFS+
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Auxiliary Jack Bluetooth Audio Manage Bluetooth Devices
If equipped, this vehicle has an auxiliary Music may be played from a paired From the Home Page:
input jack in the center console. Possible Bluetooth device. See Bluetooth (Overview) 1. Touch Audio.
auxiliary audio sources include: 0 141 or 2. Touch More.
. Laptop computer Bluetooth (Pairing and Using a Phone) 0 142
3. Touch Bluetooth.
. Audio music player for help pairing a device.
4. Touch Devices to add or delete devices.
This jack is not an audio output. Do not Volume and song selection may be
controlled by using the infotainment When touching Bluetooth, the radio may
plug headphones into the auxiliary input not be able to launch the audio player on
jack. Set up an auxiliary device while the controls or the mobile device. If Bluetooth is
selected and no volume is present, check the the connected device to start playing. When
vehicle is in P (Park). the vehicle is not moving, use the mobile
volume setting on the infotainment system.
Connect a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) cable from the device to begin playback.
auxiliary device to the auxiliary input jack. Music can be launched by touching
Bluetooth from the recent sources list on All devices launch audio differently. When
When a device is connected, the system can
the left of the display or by touching the selecting Bluetooth as a source, the radio
play audio from the device over the vehicle
More option and then touching the may show as paused on the display. Press
speakers.
Bluetooth device. play on the device or touch p on the
If an auxiliary device has already been display to begin playback.
connected, but a different source is currently To play music via Bluetooth:
active, touch More and then touch AUX to 1. Power on the device, and pair to connect Browse functionality will be provided where
make the source active. the device. supported by the Bluetooth device. This
media content will not be part of the
Shuffle and Browse are not available in the 2. Once paired, touch Audio from the Home
MyMedia source mode.
AUX source menu. Page, then touch Bluetooth from the
recent sources list on the left of the Some smartphones support sending
display. Bluetooth music information to display on
the radio. When the radio receives this
Bluetooth Sound Menu
information, it will check to see if any is
See “Infotainment System Sound Menu” available and display it. For more
under AM-FM Radio 0 116. information about supported Bluetooth
features, see [Link]/learn.
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OnStar System Features are subject to change. For more if equipped. Select Turn-by-Turn Directions
information, see [Link]/learn or from the Services tab of the OnStar app to
4G LTE press Q. call an Advisor or select a recent or favorite
destination. Touch the navigation icons to
If equipped with 4G LTE, up to seven Services select home, address or place. A destination
devices, such as smartphones, tablets, and The Services tab displays the default view transfer from OnStar will show the detail
laptops, can be connected to high-speed for the app. Use this page to launch the view of the destination when it is
Internet through the vehicle’s built-in Wi-Fi available OnStar services. Touch a service to transferred from OnStar to the Navigation
hotspot. open its display. Touch Wi-Fi to launch the application. See [Link] for a
Call 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) to connections manager. Turn-by-Turn and coverage map. Services vary by model. Map
connect to an OnStar Advisor for assistance. Advisor Call are the other tiled options. coverage is available in the United States,
See [Link] for vehicle availability, Puerto Rico, and Canada.
Account
details, and system limitations. Service and Wi-Fi Hotspot
connectivity may vary by make, model, The Account tab displays a snapshot of the
year, carrier, availability, and conditions. account linked with the vehicle. If there is Touch to display the Settings page, which
4G LTE service is available in select markets. no such account, this tab will show all shows the configurations for the vehicle
4G LTE performance is based on industry values as ——. The advisor call icon will be hotspot and allows them to be changed.
averages and vehicle systems design. Some active even if there is no active account. For more information, see [Link].
services require a data plan. Advisor Call
The OnStar App Selecting Advisor Call is the same as Navigation
If equipped, the infotainment system has pressing Q or calling 1-888-4ONSTAR
OnStar controls in the embedded OnStar app (1-888-466-7827). The X option in the upper Using the Navigation System
on the Home Page. Most OnStar functions right corner of the screen does not end the If equipped, launch the Nav application by
that can be performed with the buttons can call, but returns to the previous screen. touching the Nav icon on the Home Page or
be done using the app. To open the app, Turn-by-Turn Directions on the shortcut tray near the bottom of the
touch the OnStar icon on the Home Page. infotainment display.
App updates require a corresponding service With a connected plan, an OnStar Advisor
can download a destination to the vehicle or When the Nav application is launched for
plan. Features vary by region and model. the first time, a product walkthrough is
its embedded navigation system,
available. Use of the feature requires the
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Terms and Conditions and the Privacy Navigation Map View My Places on Map should be on by default.
statement to be confirmed. If available and Select and enter Home and/or Work address
signed into a profile, it is also suggested to and save.
enable and confirm Predictive Navigation.
Predictive Navigation (If Equipped)
If Predictive Navigation is available and
confirmed, this feature learns preferences by
remembering where the vehicle has been.
It uses the locations and navigation history
to personalize routes and results.
After opening the Nav application for the
Predictive Navigation may learn elements
first time, the application will always open
such as:
in full map view displaying the vehicle’s If the vehicle’s system is not signed into a
. Personalized routes based on preferred current location. When the vehicle is customized profile, the current location icon
streets. stopped, the search bar will appear along uses a generic symbol. Once signed into a
. Search results that provide best matches the top of the navigation map view. customized profile, the current location
at the top of the list. Manually close the search bar by touching symbol will show a customized icon. See
. Predictive traffic. z. When the vehicle is moving, the } Navigation Symbols 0 128.
. Local map content updating. (Search) icon will replace the search bar to Map and Navigation Settings
maximize the full map view.
Predictive Navigation can also be enabled or Touch A while in the map view to display
disabled at a later time by touching A Destination Card Preferences options. The following may display:
(Options). While in Options, touch Settings, From the Nav application, set up Home and . 3D Heading Up, 2D Heading Up, 2D North
then Map and Navigation Settings, and then Work addresses to enable one-touch . Show on Map
Predictive Navigation. See Settings 0 147. navigation. To set up Home and
. Traffic Events (available with OnStar
Work addresses, touch A and select Connected Navigation)
Settings, then Map and Navigation Settings,
. Settings
and then Destination Card Preferences. Show
. Edit Destination (if a route has been set)
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. Avoid on Route (if a route has been set) Map Colors Route Preferences
Touch Settings to view Map and Navigation . Auto – Touch to automatically change Touch to access the Route Preferences. The
Settings. The following may display: modes based on lighting conditions. choices are:
. Destination Card Preferences . Day (Light) . Preferred Route – Choose from two
. Map Preferences . Night (Dark) different route options: Fastest or
. Route Preferences 3D Landmark (Default is On) : Touch On or Eco-Friendly.
. Navigation Voice Control Off. When turned on, the system will ‐ Fastest would be the route with the
. Traffic Preferences display all 3D Landmarks on the map shortest drive time.
. Alert Preferences depending on the zoom level. ‐ Eco-Friendly would be the most
. Fuel Grade Preferences 3D Building (Default is Off) : Touch On or fuel-efficient route.
Off. When turned on, the system will . Avoid on Current Route – Choose any of
. Manage History
display all of the possible 3D building shapes the road features to avoid while on route:
. Predictive Navigation: See “Predictive
on the map depending on the zoom level. ‐ Highways
Navigation (If Equipped)” previously in
this section. Show Terrain in 3D (Default is Off) : ‐ Unpaved Roads
. About If equipped, touch On or Off. When turned ‐ Ferries
on, the system will display terrain
To exit a list, touch z in the top right information on the map in 3D view. ‐ Carpool Lanes
corner to return to the main map view. Auto-Zoom (Default is On) : Touch On or ‐ Toll Roads
Make sure to set up preferences before Off. When turned on, the system will ‐ Tunnels
setting a destination and starting active automatically adjust the zoom level when ‐ Country Borders
guidance. the vehicle is approaching a turn. After the
turn is completed, the system automatically Navigation Voice Control
Map Preferences
brings the zoom back to the originally set Touch to access the voice control setting
Touch to choose between basic map feature level. If the vehicle is approaching a turn display.
configurations: with the next turn occurring shortly after, . Navigation Volume – To adjust the
the Auto-Zoom will remain on until both volume level, touch the up and down
turns are completed. arrows. If the voice guidance prompt is
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being heard, volume can also be adjusted . Ask Before Rerouting (Default) – If the . Telenav Privacy Statement
using the knob on the center stack or the system detects there is a traffic issue . Navigation Version
volume switch on the steering wheel. ahead, it will display a pop-up with
. Navigation Voice Prompt Level during a details about the issue. Choose to reroute Maps
Call. Options available are: or cancel the alert.
The Nav application requires a map database
. Never Search for Better Route – The to run. It is stored on an SD card that is
‐ Full Prompt (Selected by default)
system will not check for a better route connected to the infotainment system. If the
‐ Tone Only until one of the above options is selected. map database is not available, a missing SD
‐ None card error message will be displayed.
Alert Preferences
Traffic Events (If Equipped) SD Card Error Messages
Set alerts on or off during both inactive and
This feature provides a list of events that active guidance views. The following alerts The SD card only works for one unique
are on the route or nearby. Touch A and may be available: vehicle. The SD card must pass
then select Traffic Events. An OnStar . Road Safety Alerts – Touch to display authentication verification to be used for
connected Navigation service plan is upcoming School Zones. that specific vehicle. Potential error scenarios
required. . Traffic Camera Alerts and messages include:
Traffic Preferences (If Equipped) . The SD card has initialized for the first
Manage History
time: “Once initialized, this SD card can
While in Map View, touch A, then Settings Touch Manage History to access the History only be used for navigation in this
and then Map and Navigation Settings to options: vehicle.”
access Traffic Preferences. When Show . Clear Recent Destinations – Touch \ to . The SD card is not working properly: “SD
Traffic on Map is turned on, the feature
clear the recent destinations. card is not functioning properly.
provides an overview of the traffic flow
. Clear Search History – Touch \ to clear (Error Code).”
using different coded colors. The following
options are available for rerouting: the search history. . The SD card is not paired with the
. Auto Reroute to Better Route – The existing system: “This SD card is not valid
About in this vehicle for navigation. See Owner’s
system will automatically reroute if the
Touch to display software information, Manual for more detail or visit your
system detects there is a traffic issue
such as: dealer. (Error Code).”
ahead.
. Telenav Terms and Conditions
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. The SD card has been removed from the This is the vehicle’s current location icon
slot: “SD card has been removed. during inactive guidance mode. Once a user
(Error Code).” profile is created, the current location icon
Touch Continue to resume after the can be customized.
initialization error message. For the other This icon indicates the vehicle’s current
messages, touch OK to return to the location and direction on the map.
Home Page. The progress bar provides an overview of
the route progress and may show traffic and
Navigation Symbols incidents along the way. As the route
Following are the most common symbols proceeds, the vehicle icon moves up the bar.
that may appear in the Nav application. Touch the icon to zoom out on the map and
view the entire route. Touch it again to
return to the previous view.
The destination pin marks the location of
the final destination. Touch the pin to view View the drive time by touching the
the destination address or to add it or estimated time of arrival (ETA).
remove it from the Favorites list. Hide the Current Location
information by touching the pin one more
time. It will automatically time out if no When the vehicle is parked and not in a
This indicates the vehicle’s current location
action is taken. Navigation session, the user icon is centered
and direction on the map.
on the map view, highlighting the current
location.

If equipped, smart Points of Interest (POIs)

are places of interest for parking and gas
stations.
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Destination 4. Choose the desired waypoint and touch 2. Touch Edit Destinations.
Add to Trip or replace the current . Modify destination order by touching
Receiving Destination Directions from destination by touching New Destination. and holding the arrow until it is
Different Sources
Route options are not available for highlighted. Drag to move the
Destinations can be received or transferred waypoints. waypoint up or down the list.
from different sources to the Nav application . Delete a waypoint by touching Y.
for route guidance. If equipped, some of Arriving at a Waypoint
A pop-up will appear to confirm
these sources may include: When approaching a waypoint, the system waypoint removal. Once the request
. Navigation from search results. will display a Destination Arrival view. To is confirmed, the system will remove
. OnStar Advisor destination download. continue on to the next destination touch the address from the destinations list.
the Drive to message on the infotainment
. An address from the Contacts list. Touch z on the top right corner so
display.
. An application on the smartphone that the system can recalculate the route.
can send destinations to the vehicle. If the vehicle passes the waypoint or gets If there is only one address in the
. An application downloaded to the vehicle out of the current route, the system will destinations list, the system will
such as OnStar Services that can send automatically reroute back to this waypoint. disable the move and delete
destinations to the navigation system. At the same time, it will show a Drive to functions. The system will not allow
icon along with the next waypoint address the final destination to be deleted.
Waypoints so the current waypoint can be skipped and
Add up to five waypoints, which are
guidance can resume to the next waypoint Map Information
or destination.
additional destinations, along the route. To Road network attributes are contained in the
add an additional stop or waypoint: Editing a Waypoint map database for map information.
Attributes include information such as street
1. From active guidance, touch }. When waypoints are added during active
guidance, the system allows a stop to be names, street addresses, and turn
2. Search for the destination using One-Box, restrictions. A detailed area includes all
deleted or the order to be changed. To edit
Voice search, or the Quick Category major highways, service roads, and
a waypoint:
icons. residential roads. The detailed areas include
3. Choose search results Along Route, 1. Touch A. Places of Interest (POIs) such as restaurants,
Nearby, or Near Destination.
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airports, banks, hospitals, police stations, gas . Pan the map. . 2D Heading Up: 2D map with the vehicle
stations, tourist attractions, and historical . Use two fingers to tilt down and change pointing up. In this mode, the current
monuments. from 2D to 3D. Tilt up to change back location icon will always head up and the
to 2D. map will rotate around it.
If the vehicle does not have an applicable
service plan, the map database may not . Rotate the map. . 2D North Up: 2D map with North pointing
include data for newly constructed areas or up. In this mode, the current location icon
See Using the System 0 113. will shift as the vehicle turns left and
map database corrections that are
completed after production. The navigation Mute right.
system provides full route guidance in the When in active guidance, the audio prompts Touch the icon to change the map type. The
detailed map areas. while using navigation can be muted. Touch icon and label will also update accordingly.
Zoom Control the speaker icon on the right side of the Depending on the zoom level of the 2D
upper bar. A slash will appear on the Heading Up and 3D Heading Up maps, the
The zoom control display is shown on the speaker to indicate voice guidance is muted. system may automatically switch to the 2D
map view. A few ways to zoom in or North Up map.
out are: Active Guidance View
. Touch + or – to zoom in or out on When in AGV, the entire route can be
When a destination is chosen and a
the map. viewed in 2D North Up by touching the
navigation session is active, the navigation
traffic bar. The map will zoom out and
. Double tap with one finger to zoom in or system enters into an Active Guidance
readjust to display the full route. When in
single tap with two fingers to zoom out View (AGV).
2D North Up Route View, the Recenter icon
on the map. Map Orientation will appear in the middle of the display.
. Use the index finger and thumb to zoom Touch either the Recenter icon or the traffic
out by pinching and then zoom in by Touch A on the map to access map bar again to return to the previous view,
spreading those two fingers on the map. orientation settings. Map orientation is 3D either 2D or 3D.
Heading Up by default.
Map Gestures and Map Scale Lane Guidance
Available settings are:
Use the following gestures on the . 3D Heading Up (Default): 3D map with The map will display the lane information
infotainment display to adjust the map scale the vehicle pointing up. In this mode, the for the upcoming maneuver if it is available.
and display options. current location icon will always head up
. Pinch to zoom in or out. and the map will rotate around it.
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Junction View then touch Map Preferences to access Highway Exits List
When a vehicle is on the highway and Auto-Zoom. This feature can be enabled or
approaching the exit, an image displays the disabled.
lane that the vehicle must stay in to Directions
complete the next maneuver. Touch the menu option next to the next
Quick-Turn View turn street name to display Directions.
Directions displays the turns and directions
from the current location to the final
destination.
Editing Directions Touch C to open the Exit list. This icon
Directions can be edited by choosing y, displays next to the current street name
which expands the list to fill the display and near the bottom of the display. The icon
enters the Edit Mode. While in Edit Mode, only appears when on a highway with
an unwanted route segment can be defined exits.
When the vehicle is approaching a turn with removed from the route by touching Y next While traveling on roads with designated
the next turn following in quick succession, to the segment. A pop-up appears to exits, an Exit list may be available. The Exit
a quick-turn list appears below the primary confirm segment removal. list displays the exit number, distance to the
turn indicator. An audio prompt will exit from the current vehicle position, and
When the route segment has been removed, convenience stops that may be available,
announce the quick turn. all segments are replaced by an activity such as gas, coffee, food, and lodging.
Auto-Zoom indicator while the new route is
recalculated. When the recalculation is Next Maneuver Menu
When approaching a maneuver, the map
complete, the activity indicator is replaced When in Active Guidance, the Next
will automatically zoom in to show both the
with the new route segments. Maneuver Turn Arrow, Street Name, and
vehicle icon and the upcoming maneuver to
give a better view of the maneuver. Once Maneuver Distance are shown in the Next
the maneuver is complete, the system will Maneuver at the top of the display
zoom back to the previous zoom level. overlaying the map. ETA, Distance to
Touch A on the map to access Settings,
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Destination, and Traffic Indicator are Incident Reports (If Equipped) Accessing Favorites
displayed in a panel pinned on the right of Incident report icons, along with traffic flow In the Nav application, view the Favorites
the display. data, display on the map during both active list by touching H in the search bar along
Navigation Next Turn Maneuver Alert and inactive guidance. the top of the Nav map view. If the search
If the Navigation application is not open End Route bar is closed, touch } and select H.
when a near maneuver prompt is given, it is Touch Cancel at the top right corner to end Saving Favorites
shown as an alert. Touch the alert to go to active guidance and return to inactive
the main navigation view or touch z to Favorites can be added from a number of
guidance. If active guidance is canceled the system’s applications. Touch the
dismiss the alert. before the destination has been reached, a favorites icon to save content as a favorite.
Repeat Voice Guidance pop-up option to Resume Trip will appear.
Renaming Navigation Favorites
Resume Trip
1. Touch the Settings icon on the Home
The trip can be resumed if it was canceled Page and touch the System tab.
by touching the Resume Trip pop-up option.
2. Touch Favorites to access the Manage
If the system has determined that the Favorites option.
destination has been reached, either because 3. Touch a saved Navigation favorite to
the arrival view displayed or the destination access the edit icon. Touch the edit icon
This symbol indicates the next guidance has been passed, the Resume Trip option
maneuver. Touch it to repeat the last to rename the favorite.
will not appear.
spoken guidance instruction. 4. Touch Save to store the renamed
Favorites favorite.
Incident Alert (If Equipped)
The navigation favorites can have contacts, Recents
During active guidance, if the system addresses, or POIs that have been saved
determines that there is an incident ahead through the favorite icon on the Touch H to access a list of recent
but there is not a better route, the system details view. destinations.
will play a tone and show a Quick Notice.
This will only show once per incident.
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Recenter Position Icon Smart POI Icons on Map (If Equipped) attempt to display nearby parking
Touch the Recenter Position arrow in the destinations with pricing information,
middle of the map view to reset the map to if available.
the current location. Report an Issue Using POI Details (If
Last Parked Location Equipped)

The Last Parked Location is the last location In the POI details page, a POI issue can be
the vehicle engine was turned off. That reported if the data is not accurate or the
location is displayed in the first row of the address is incorrect. Touch Report an Issue
Recents list. Touching the last Parked near the bottom of the display to access the
Location shows the Address Details view to issue selection page. Touch one of the
The smart POI icons such as fuel stations predefined issues on the selection page,
either save the address or drive to it. The
and parking may appear based on time, then touch Send. The system will send the
Last Parked Location can be deleted by
location, driver search behavior, driving information for analysis.
entering the Edit display. Once the Last
conditions, and vehicle conditions.
Parked Location is deleted, it no longer Search
appears in the Recents list, unless the Touch a smart POI icon to open the
Touch Search on the infotainment display to
vehicle is started at that location again. corresponding details:
open the search display. It has a search field
. Left side: Name and address of the POI. entry box, quick category icon shortcuts,
Show POI Icons
. Right side: E + ETE (Estimated Time recents icon, favorites icon, and keyboard.
To see the POI categories, touch Options, Enroute.)
then touch Show on Map. Up to eight Auto Complete
categories of icons can be selected. Smart Fuel Station Icons Enter a partial location in the field entry box
Fuel station prices are shown if available for on the search display. Auto complete will
nearby stations when the vehicle is low attempt to complete the destination based
on fuel. on what is being entered. Touch the
suggested item to search.
Smart Parking Icons
When reaching a densely populated
destination and the system determines that
parking may be limited, the system will
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Search While in Motion with No Front Seat OnStar System If equipped, after touching the Turn-by-Turn
Passenger Present Directions icon, select destinations from
With a connected plan, an OnStar Advisor Recents or Favorites. Recents or Favorites
The search display will not allow changes or can download a destination to the vehicle or
text input with the keyboard when the will be empty if this is the first use. To find
into the built-in navigation system. new locations, touch OnStar Advisor, Home
vehicle is in motion. As a result, a display
showing three rows of the most commonly Directions, Place Voice Search, or Address
used categories appears. Touching the search Voice Search.
box will activate speech recognition. Lane Guidance
Search While in Motion with Front Seat
Passenger Present
If the system detects that the front seat
passenger is present with both driver and
passenger seat belts buckled, touching the
search icon will display an alert message Touch OnStar Services on the Home Page to
that allows the passenger to search for a access the OnStar menu. Touch Turn-by-Turn
destination as if the vehicle were stopped. Directions icon while on the Services tab of
Connected Navigation the OnStar menu.
When available, the system will show the
Connected Navigation is a subscription Turn-by-Turn Navigation best lane(s) to be in for the next maneuver.
service that enables certain capabilities Cancel a Route
within the navigation system, such as
Traffic, Smart Search/Routing, and Predictive If a route is in progress using either the
Navigation capabilities. The system will vehicle navigation system or the
show an alert when the subscription is Turn-by-Turn route, and a new route is
expiring and will ask to renew the plan. requested, the current route in progress will
be canceled.
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Global Positioning System (GPS) Vehicle Positioning . The tire pressure for the tires is incorrect.
. This is the first navigation use after the
If equipped, the position of the vehicle is At times, the position of the vehicle on the map data is updated.
determined by using satellite signals, various map could be inaccurate due to one or more
. The 12-volt battery has been disconnected
vehicle signals, and map data. of the following reasons:
for several days.
At times, other interference such as the . The road system has changed.
. The vehicle is driving in heavy traffic
satellite condition, road configuration, . The vehicle is driving on slippery road
where driving is at low speeds, and the
condition of the vehicle, and/or other surfaces such as sand, gravel, or snow. vehicle is stopped and started repeatedly.
circumstances can affect the navigation . The vehicle is traveling on winding roads
system's ability to determine the accurate or long, straight roads. Problems with Route Guidance
position of the vehicle. . The vehicle is approaching a tall building Inappropriate route guidance can occur
The GPS shows the current position of the or a large vehicle. under one or more of the following
vehicle using signals sent by GPS satellites. . The surface streets run parallel to a conditions:
When the vehicle is not receiving signals freeway. . The turn was not made on the road
from the satellites, a symbol appears in the . The vehicle has been transferred by a indicated.
status bar. vehicle carrier or a ferry. . Route guidance might not be available
This system might not be available or . The current position calibration is set when using automatic rerouting for the
interference can occur if any of the incorrectly. next right or left turn.
following are true: . The vehicle is traveling at high speed. . The route might not be changed when
. Signals are obstructed by tall buildings, . The vehicle changes directions more than using automatic rerouting.
trees, large trucks, or a tunnel. once, or the vehicle is turning on a turn . There is no route guidance when turning
. Satellites are being repaired or improved. table in a parking lot. at an intersection.
For more information if the GPS is not . The vehicle is entering and/or exiting a . Plural names of places might be
functioning properly, see Problems with parking lot, garage, or a lot with a roof. announced occasionally.
Route Guidance 0 135 and . The GPS signal is not received. . It could take a long time to operate
If the System Needs Service 0 136. . A roof carrier is installed on the vehicle. automatic rerouting during high-speed
. Tire chains are installed on the vehicle. driving.
. The tires are replaced or worn.
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. Automatic rerouting might display a route updated periodically, provided that the map
returning to the set waypoint if heading information has changed and the vehicle has
Voice Recognition
for a destination without passing through a relevant service plan. If equipped, voice recognition allows for
a set waypoint. hands-free operation within the navigation,
See [Link] for details on
. The route prohibits the entry of a vehicle audio, phone, and weather applications. This
ordering, purchasing, and installing a new or
due to a regulation by time or season or replacement SD card. Features are subject to feature can be started by pressing g on the
any other regulation which may be given. change. For more information on this steering wheel or touching g on the
. Some routes might not be searched. feature, see [Link]/learn. infotainment display.
. The route to the destination might not be If the vehicle is equipped with Connected However, not all features within these areas
shown if there are new roads, if roads Navigation, which is a subscription service are supported by voice commands.
have recently changed, or if certain roads that enables certain features of the Generally, only complex tasks that require
are not listed in the map data. See Maps navigation system, such as Traffic, Smart multiple manual interactions to complete
0 127. Search/Routing, and Predictive Navigation, are supported by voice commands.
To recalibrate the vehicle's position on the then the system will download the latest For example, tasks that take more than one
map, park with the vehicle running for two map data from the cloud. or two touches, such as a song or artist to
to five minutes, until the vehicle position play from a media device, would be
updates. Make sure the vehicle is parked in Database Coverage Explanations supported by voice commands. Other tasks,
a location that is safe and has a clear view Coverage areas vary with respect to the like adjusting the volume or seeking up or
of the sky and away from large level of map detail available for any given down, are audio features that are easily
obstructions. area. Some areas feature greater levels of performed by touching one or two options,
detail than others. If this happens, it does and are not supported by voice commands.
If the System Needs Service not mean there is a problem with the In general there are flexible ways to speak
If the navigation system needs service, see system. As the map data is updated, more commands for completing the tasks.
your dealer. detail can become available for areas that
previously had limited detail. See Map Data If your language supports it, try stating a
Map Data Updates Updates 0 136. one-shot command, such as “Directions to
address <number, street, city, state/
The map data in the vehicle is the most province>.” Do not include the ZIP code
up-to-date information available when the while stating the address during the
vehicle was produced. The map data is
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command. Another example of a one-shot Once voice recognition is started, both the select. Manual interaction in the voice
Destination Entry command is, “Directions to infotainment display and instrument cluster recognition session is permitted. Interaction
Place of Interest at <hotel>.” If these show the selections and visual dialog during a voice session may be completed
commands do not work, try saying, “Take content. These displays can be turned on or entirely using voice commands while some
me to Place of Interest” or “Find address” off in the Tutorial Mode under Settings manual commands may expedite a task. If a
and the system will walk you through by 0 147. selection is made using a manual control,
asking additional questions. There are three voice prompt modes the voice recognition dialog will progress in
supported: the same way as if the selection were made
Hybrid Speech Recognition using a voice command. Once the system
. Informative verbal prompts: This type of
If equipped, this feature helps distinguish completes the task, or the session is
prompt will provide more information terminated, the voice recognition dialog
words by using Internet-based information
regarding the supported actions. stops.
along with the system’s voice recognition
database. This allows you to speak more . Short prompts: This type of prompt will
provide simple instructions about what An example of this type of manual
naturally when using voice recognition. intervention is touching an entry of a
can be stated.
Using Voice Recognition displayed number list instead of speaking
. Auto informative prompts: This type of
the number associated with the entry
Voice recognition becomes available once prompt plays during the first few speech desired.
the system has been initialized. This begins sessions, then automatically switches to
when the ignition is turned on. Initialization the short prompt after some experience Canceling Voice Recognition
may take a few moments. has been gained through using the . Touch or say “Cancel” or “Exit” to
system. terminate the voice recognition session
1. Press g on the steering wheel controls
to activate voice recognition. If a command is not spoken, the voice and show the display where voice
recognition system says a help prompt. recognition was initiated.
2. The audio system mutes and the system
plays a prompt. Prompts and Infotainment Displays . Press i on the steering wheel controls
to terminate the voice recognition session
3. Clearly speak one of the commands While a voice recognition session is active, and show the display where voice
described in this section. there may be corresponding options recognition was initiated.
A voice recognition system prompt can showing on the displays. A selection can be
be interrupted while it is playing by made by manually touching the option,
pressing g again. or by speaking the number for the option to
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Natural Language Commands The system responds by requesting more If a cell phone number has been saved with
Most languages do not support natural details. For other POIs, say the name of a a name and a place, the direct command
language commands in sentence form. For category like “Restaurants,” “Shopping should include both, for example “Call
those languages, use direct commands like Malls,” or “Hospitals.” <name> at work.”
the examples shown on the display. . Navigating to a destination outside of the
Using Voice Recognition for List Options
current country takes more than one
Helpful Hints for Speaking Commands command. The first command is to tell When a list is displayed, a voice prompt will
Voice recognition can understand commands the system where the navigation will take ask to confirm or select an option from
that are naturally stated in sentence form or place, such as an Address, Intersection, that list.
direct commands that state the application POI, or Contact. If Address or Intersection When a display contains a list, there may be
and the task. is selected, the second command is to options that are available but not displayed.
say, “Change Country.” Once the system The list on a voice recognition screen
For best results: responds, say the country before saying functions the same as a list on other
. Listen for the prompt before saying a the rest of the address and/or displays. Scrolling or flinging can be used to
command or reply. intersection. help display other entries from the list.
. Speak the command naturally, not too If POI is asked for, say “Change Location,”
fast, not too slow. Manually scrolling or paging the list on a
then “Change Country.”
display during a voice recognition session
. Use direct commands without a lot of Direct commands might be more clearly suspends the current voice recognition event
extra words. For example, “Call <name> understood by the system. An example of a and plays the prompt “Please select
at work,” “Play” followed by the artist or direct command would be “Call <number>.” manually or touch the Back icon on the
song name, or “Tune” followed by the Examples of these direct commands are infotainment display to try again.”
radio station number. displayed on most of the screens while a
. Navigation destinations can be made in a If manual selection takes more than
voice session is active. If “Phone” or “Phone
single command using keywords. A few 15 seconds, the session terminates and
Commands,” is spoken, the system
examples are: “I want directions to an prompts that it has timed out. The display
understands that a phone call is requested
address,” “I need to find a place of returns to the display where voice
and will respond with questions until
interest or (POI),” or “Find contact.” recognition was initiated.
enough details are gathered to make a call.
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The Back Command “Tune to <FM frequency> FM” : Tune to the “Play Artist <artist name>” : Begin playback
Say “Back” or touch the Back icon on the radio station whose frequency is identified of a specific artist.
infotainment display to go to the in the command (like “one oh one “Play Album” : Begin a dialog to enter a
previous menu. point one”). specific album name.
If in voice recognition, and “Back” is spoken “Tune to <AM frequency> AM HD” : Tune “Play Album <album name>” : Begin
all the way back to the starting display, and to the HD Radio station (if equipped) whose playback of a specific album.
then “Back” is spoken one more time, the frequency is identified in the command.
“Play Song” : Begin a dialog to enter a
voice recognition session will cancel. “Tune to <FM frequency> FM HD” : Tune to specific song name.
Help the HD Radio station (if equipped) whose
frequency is identified in the command. “Play Song <song name>” : Begin playback
Say “Help” on any voice recognition display of a specific song, if available.
and the help prompt for the display is “Tune to <FM frequency> FM HD <HD
channel number>” : Tune to the HD Radio “Play Genre” : Begin a dialog to enter a
played. specific genre.
station (if equipped) whose frequency and
Voice Recognition for the Radio HD channel are identified in the command. “Play Genre <genre name>” : Begin
If browsing the audio sources when voice is “Tune to SXM <SXM channel number>” : playback of a specific genre.
touched, the voice recognition commands Tune to the SiriusXM radio station whose “Play Playlist” : Begin a dialog to enter a
for AM, FM, and SiriusXM (if equipped) are channel number is identified in the specific playlist name.
available. command.
“Play Playlist <playlist name>” : Begin
“Switch to AM” : Switch bands to AM and “Tune to SXM <SXM channel name>” : Tune playback of a specific playlist.
tune to the last AM radio station. to the SiriusXM radio station whose channel
name is identified in the command. “Play <device name>” : Play music from a
“Switch to FM” : Switch bands to FM and specific device identified by name. The
tune to the last FM radio station. Voice Recognition for Audio MyMedia device name is the name displayed on the
“Switch to SXM” : Switch bands to SiriusXM The available voice recognition commands display when the device is first selected as
and tune to the last SiriusXM channel. for [browsing] MyMedia are: an audio source.
“Tune to <AM frequency> AM” : Tune to “Play Artist” : Begin a dialog to enter a “Play Chapter” : Begin a dialog to enter a
the radio station whose frequency is specific artist name. specific name.
identified in the command (like “nine fifty”).
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“Play Chapter <chapter name>” : Begin Changes to voice commands due to media Once the number of files has exceeded
playback of a specific chapter. content limits are: approximately 24,000, there is no support
“Play Audiobook” : Begin a dialog to enter . Files including other individual files of all for accessing the songs directly through
a specific audiobook. media types such as songs, audiobook voice commands. There will still be access to
chapters, podcast episodes, and videos. the media content by using commands for
“Play Audiobook <audiobook name>” : playlists, artists, and genres.
. Album type folders including types such
Begin playback of a specific audiobook.
as albums and audiobooks. The access commands for playlists, artists,
“Play Episode” : Begin a dialog to enter a and genres are prohibited after the number
specific name. There are no restrictions if the number of
files and albums is fewer than 12,000. When of this type of media exceeds 12,000.
“Play Episode <episode name>” : Begin the number of files connected to the system The system will provide feedback the first
playback of a specific episode. is between 12,000 and 24,000, the content time voice recognition is initiated if it has
“Play Podcast” : Begin a dialog to enter a cannot be accessed directly with one become apparent that any of these limits
specific podcast. command like “Play <song name>.” are reached during a device initializing
The restriction is that the command “Play process.
“Play Podcast <podcast name>” : Begin
playback of a specific podcast. Song” must be spoken first; the system will Voice recognition performance will degrade
then ask for the song name. The reply to some extent based on many factors when
“My Media” : Begin a dialog to enter the command would be to say the name of the adding large amounts of data to recognize.
desired media content. song to play. If this is the case, perhaps accessing songs
Handling Large Amounts of Media Content Similar limits exist for album content. through playlists or artist name would work
If there are more than 12,000 albums, but better.
It is expected that large amounts of media
content will be brought into the vehicle. fewer than 24,000, the content cannot be Voice Recognition for Navigation (If
It may be necessary to handle large accessed directly with one command like, Equipped)
amounts of media content in a different “Play <album name>.” The command “Play
way than smaller amounts of media. The Album” must first be spoken; the system “Navigation” : Begin a dialog to enter
system may limit the options of voice will then ask for the album name. The reply specific destination information.
recognition by not allowing selection of files would be to say the name of the album “Navigation Commands” : Begin a dialog to
by voice at the highest level if the number to play. enter specific destination information.
of files exceeds the maximum limit.
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“Address” : Begin a dialog to enter a “Call <contact> At Home,” “At Work,” “On Phone Assistant Voice Recognition
specific destination address, which includes Mobile,” or “On Other” : Initiate a call to a
the entire address consisting of the house stored contact and location at home, at Press and hold g on the steering wheel
number, street name, city, state/province, work, on mobile device, or on another controls to pass through and launch Google
and country. Do not include the ZIP code. phone. phone assistant or Siri.
“Place of Interest” : Begin a dialog to enter “Call <cell phone number>” : Initiate a call For the low radio, whether connected by
a destination Place of Interest category or to a cell phone number of seven digits, 10 Bluetooth or phone projection, the only
major brand name. digits, or three digit emergency numbers. available voice recognition is either Siri
(iPhone) or the Google Assistant (Android).
The name must be precisely spoken. “Pair Phone” : Begin the Bluetooth pairing
Nicknames or short names for the process. Follow the instructions on the
businesses will not likely be found. Lesser infotainment display. Phone
known businesses might have to be located
by category, such as fast food, hotels,
“Redial” : Initiate a call to the last dialed Bluetooth (Overview)
number.
or banks. The Bluetooth-capable system can interact
“Switch Phone” : Select a different with many mobile devices, allowing:
“Navigate to Contact” : Begin a dialog to connected cell phone for outgoing calls.
enter a specific destination contact name. . Placement and receipt of calls in a
“Voice Keypad” : Begin a dialog to enter hands-free mode.
“Cancel Route” : End route guidance. special numbers like international numbers. . Sharing of the device’s address book or
“Take Me Home” : Create a route to a The numbers can be entered in groups of contact list with the vehicle.
stored home location. digits with each group of digits being
repeated back by the system. If the group To minimize driver distraction, before
Voice Recognition for the Phone of digits is not correct, the command driving, and with the vehicle parked:
“Call <contact name>” : Initiate a call to a “Delete” will remove the last group of digits . Become familiar with the features of the
stored contact. The command may include and allow them to be re-entered. Once the mobile device. Organize the phone book
location if the contact has location numbers entire number has been entered, the and contact lists clearly and delete
stored. command “Call” will start dialing the duplicate or rarely used entries.
number. If possible, program speed dial or other
shortcuts.
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. Review the controls and operation of the i : Press to end a call, decline a call, used. See the mobile device manufacturer's
infotainment system. or cancel an operation. Press to mute or user guide for Bluetooth functions before
. Pair mobile device(s) to the vehicle. The unmute the infotainment system when not pairing the device.
system may not work with all mobile on a call. Pairing Information
devices. See “Pairing” later in this section. Infotainment System Controls . If no mobile device has been connected,
Vehicles with a Bluetooth system can use a For information about how to navigate the the Phone main page on the infotainment
Bluetooth-capable mobile device with a menu system using the infotainment display will show the Connect Phone
Hands-Free Profile to make and receive controls, see Using the System 0 113. option. Touch this option to connect.
phone calls. The infotainment system and Another way to connect is to touch the
voice recognition are used to control the Audio System Phones tab at the top right of the display
system. The system can be used while the and then touch Add Phone.
ignition is on or in ACC/ACCESSORY. The When using the Bluetooth mobile device
system, sound comes through the vehicle's . A Bluetooth smartphone with music
range of the Bluetooth system can be up to capability can be paired to the vehicle as
9.1 m (30 ft). Not all mobile devices support front audio system speakers and overrides
the audio system. The volume level while on a smartphone and a music player at the
all functions and not all mobile devices work same time.
with the Bluetooth system. See a mobile device call can be adjusted by
pressing the steering wheel controls or the . Up to 10 devices can be paired to the
[Link] for more information
volume control on the center stack. The Bluetooth system.
about compatible mobile devices.
adjusted volume level remains in memory . The pairing process is disabled when the
Controls for later calls. The volume cannot be vehicle is moving.
lowered beyond a certain level. . Pairing only needs to be completed once,
Use the controls on the center stack and the
steering wheel to operate the Bluetooth unless the pairing information on the cell
Bluetooth (Pairing and Using a phone changes or the cell phone is
system.
Phone) deleted from the system.
Steering Wheel Controls
Pairing . If multiple paired cell phones are within
g : Press to answer incoming calls and start range of the system, the system connects
voice recognition on your connected A Bluetooth-enabled mobile device must be to the paired cell phone that is set to
Bluetooth mobile device. paired to the Bluetooth system and then First to Connect. If there is no cell phone
connected to the vehicle before it can be set to First to Connect, it will link to the
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cell phone which was used last. To link to for information on this process. Once the 2. Touch Settings, then touch System.
a different paired cell phone, see “Linking cell phone is paired, it will show under 3. Touch Phones to access all paired and all
to a Different Phone” later in this section. Connected. connected cell phones and mobile
Pairing a Phone 8. If the vehicle name does not appear on devices.
1. Make sure Bluetooth has been enabled your cell phone, there are a few ways to 4. Touch the information icon to the right
on the cell phone before the pairing start the pairing process over: of the cell phone to open the cell
process is started. . Turn the cell phone off and then phone’s settings menu.
back on. 5. Touch the First to Connect option, to
2. Touch the Phone icon on the Home Page
or the phone icon on the shortcut tray . Go back to the beginning of the enable the setting for that device.
near the bottom of the display. Phone menus on the infotainment
display and restart the pairing Cell phones and mobile devices can be
3. Touch Phones at the top of the process. added, removed, connected, and
infotainment display. There is also a disconnected. A sub-menu will display
. Reset the cell phone, but this step
Connect Phones option in the middle of whenever a request is made to add or
the Phone display which will shortcut to should be done as a last effort. manage cell phones and mobile devices.
the Phone List menu. 9. If the cell phone prompts to accept
Secondary Phone
4. Touch Add Phone. connection or allow phone book
download, touch Always Accept and A cell phone can be enabled as a Secondary
5. Select the vehicle name shown on the Allow. The phone book may not be Phone by touching the information icon to
infotainment display from your cell available if not accepted. the right of the paired cell phone name to
phone’s Bluetooth Settings list. open the phone settings menu. If a cell
10. Repeat Steps 1−8 to pair additional cell
6. Follow the instructions on the cell phone phones. phone is enabled as a Secondary Phone, it
to confirm the six-digit code showing on can connect simultaneously alongside
the infotainment display and touch Pair. First to Connect Paired Phones another Bluetooth mobile device. In doing
The code on the cell phone and If multiple paired cell phones are within so, the Secondary Phone will be labeled as
infotainment display will need to be range of the system, the system connects to Incoming Calls. This means the mobile
acknowledged for a successful pair. the paired cell phone that is set as First to device can only receive calls. The Address
7. Start the pairing process on the cell Connect. To enable a paired cell phone as Book of a Secondary Phone will not be
phone to be paired to the vehicle. See the First to Connect phone: available and hands-free outgoing calls
the cell phone manufacturer's user guide cannot be placed using this cell phone.
1. Make sure the cell phone is turned on.
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If needed, touch the Secondary Phone while 3. Touch the information icon next to the . While the active call is on the handset,
in the Phones list to swap it into the connected cell phone to display the cell touch the Handset option to switch to the
Outgoing and Incoming role. This role makes phone’s or mobile device’s information hands-free mode.
it possible to place outgoing calls from the display.
Contacts and Recents list. Making a Call Using Contacts and Recent
4. Touch Forget Device. Calls
Listing All Paired and Connected Phones Linking to a Different Phone Calls can be made through the Bluetooth
1. Touch the Phone icon on the Home Page To link to a different cell phone, the new system using personal cell phone contact
or the phone icon on the shortcut tray cell phone must be in the vehicle and paired information for all cell phones that support
near the bottom of the display. to the Bluetooth system. the Phone Book feature. Become familiar
2. Touch Phones. 1. Touch the Phone icon on the Home Page with the cell phone settings and operation.
Disconnecting a Connected Phone or the phone icon on the shortcut tray Verify the cell phone supports this feature.
1. Touch the Phone icon on the Home Page. near the bottom of the display. The Contacts menu accesses the phone book
2. Touch Phones. 2. Touch Phones. stored in the cell phone.
3. Touch the information icon next to the 3. Touch the new cell phone to link to from The Recents menu accesses the recents call
connected cell phone or mobile device to the not connected phone list. See “First list from your cell phone.
show the cell phone’s or mobile device’s to Connect Paired Phones” and To make a call using the Contacts menu:
information display. “Secondary Phone” previously in this
section. 1. Touch the Phone icon on the Home Page.
4. Touch Disconnect. 2. Touch Contacts.
Deleting a Paired Phone Switching to Handset or
3. The Contacts list can be searched by
Handsfree Mode
1. Touch the Phone icon on the Home Page using the first character. Touch A-Z on
or the phone icon on the shortcut tray To switch between handset or the infotainment display to scroll
near the bottom of the display. handsfree mode: through the list of names.
2. Touch Phones. . While the active call is hands-free, touch Touch the name to call.
the Handset option to switch to the 4. Touch the desired contact number to call.
handset mode.
The mute icon will not be available or To make a call using the Recents menu:
functional while Handset mode is active. 1. Touch Phone on the Home Page.
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2. Touch Recents. . Press g on the steering wheel controls. Three-Way Calling
3. Touch the name or number to call. . Touch Answer on the infotainment Three-way calling must be supported on the
display. Bluetooth cell phone and enabled by the
Making a Call Using the Keypad
Declining a Call wireless service carrier to work.
To make a call by dialing the numbers:
There are two ways to decline a call: To start a three-way call while in a
1. Touch the Phone icon on the Home Page. current call:
. Press i on the steering wheel controls.
2. Touch Keypad and enter a phone 1. In the Call View, touch Add Call to add
number. . Touch Ignore on the infotainment display.
another call.
3. Touch # on the infotainment display to Call Waiting 2. Initiate the second call by selecting from
start dialing the number. Call waiting must be supported on the Recents, Contacts, or Keypad.
Searching Contacts Using the Keypad Bluetooth cell phone and enabled by the 3. When the second call is active, touch the
wireless service carrier to work. merge icon to conference the three-way
To search for contacts using the keypad: call together.
Accepting a Call
1. Touch the Phone icon on the Home Page.
Press g to answer, then touch Switch on Ending a Call
2. Touch Keypad and enter partial phone
numbers or contact names using the the infotainment display. . Press i on the steering wheel controls.
digits on the keypad to search. Declining a Call . Touch # on the infotainment display,
Results will show on the right side of the next to a call, to end only that call.
Press i to decline, then touch Ignore on
display. Touch one to place a call.
the infotainment display Dual Tone Multi-Frequency (DTMF) Tones
Accepting or Declining a Call Switching Between Calls (Call Waiting The in-vehicle Bluetooth system can send
When an incoming call is received, the Calls Only) numbers during a call. This is used when
infotainment system mutes and a ring tone To switch between calls, touch Phone on the calling a menu-driven phone system. Use the
is heard in the vehicle. Home Page to display Call View. While in Keypad to enter the number.
Accepting a Call Call View, touch the call information of the
call on hold to change calls.
There are two ways to accept a call:
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Apple CarPlay and Android Auto The Android Auto and Apple CarPlay icons significant wear to maintain
on the Home Page will illuminate depending connection quality. Aftermarket or
If equipped, Android Auto and/or Apple on the smartphone. Android Auto and/or third-party cables may not work.
CarPlay capability may be available through Apple CarPlay may automatically launch . Connecting the phone over Bluetooth.
a compatible smartphone. If available, the upon USB connection. If not, touch the See Bluetooth (Overview) 0 141 or
Android Auto and Apple CarPlay icons will Android Auto or Apple CarPlay icon on the Bluetooth (Pairing and Using a Phone)
change from gray to color on the Home Home Page to launch. 0 142.
Page of the infotainment display.
Press { on the center stack to return to the 3. Make sure wireless is turned on the
To use Android Auto and/or Apple CarPlay: phone for wireless projection to work.
Home Page.
For Wired Phone Projection 4. When the phone is first connected to
For Wireless Phone Projection
1. Download the Android Auto app to your activate Apple CarPlay or Android Auto,
smartphone from the Google Play store. Verify your phone is wireless compatible by agree to the terms and conditions on
There is no app required for Apple visiting the Google Android Auto or Apple both the infotainment system and the
CarPlay. CarPlay support page. phone.
2. Connect your Android phone or Apple 1. Download the Android Auto app to your 5. Follow the instructions on the phone.
iPhone by using the factory-provided smartphone from the Google Play store.
There is no app required for Apple The Android Auto and Apple CarPlay icons
phone USB cable and plugging into a on the Home Page will illuminate depending
USB data port. For best performance, it is CarPlay.
on the smartphone. Android Auto and/or
highly recommended to use the device’s 2. For first time connection, there are two Apple CarPlay may automatically launch
factory-provided USB cable, which should ways to set up wireless projection: upon wireless connection. If not, touch the
be replaced after significant wear to . Connect your Android phone or Apple Android Auto or Apple CarPlay icon on the
maintain connection quality. Aftermarket iPhone by using the factory-provided Home Page to launch.
or third-party cables may not work. phone USB cable and plugging into a
USB data port. For best performance, Wireless Carplay and/or Wireless Android
3. When the phone is first connected to
it is highly recommended to use the Auto may experience occasional service
activate Apple CarPlay or Android Auto,
device’s factory-provided USB cable, disruption due to outside Wi-Fi interference.
accept the terms and conditions on both
the infotainment system and the phone. which should be replaced after To disconnect the phones wireless
4. Follow the instructions on the phone. projection:
1. Select Settings from the Home Page.
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2. Select Phones Press { on the center stack to exit Android The settings menu may be organized into
3. Touch 4 next to the phone to be Auto or Apple CarPlay. To enter back into three categories. Select the desired category
Android Auto or Apple CarPlay, press and by touching System, Apps, or Vehicle.
disconnected.
4. Turn off Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. hold { on the center stack. To access the personalization menus:
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto can be 1. Touch Settings on the Home Page on the
Press { on the center stack to return to the infotainment display.
disabled from the infotainment system. To
Home Page. do this, touch Home, Settings, and then 2. Touch the desired category to display a
Features are subject to change. For further touch the Apps tab along the top of the list of available options.
information on how to set up Android Auto display. Use the On/Off toggled to turn off 3. Touch to select the desired feature
and Apple CarPlay in the vehicle, see Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. setting.
[Link].
4. Touch the options on the infotainment
Android Auto is provided by Google and is Settings display to disable or enable a feature.
subject to Google’s terms and privacy policy.
Certain settings can be managed in the 5. Touch z to go to the top level of the
Apple CarPlay is provided by Apple and is
Owner Center sites when an account is Settings menu.
subject to Apple’s terms and privacy policy.
established, and may be modified if other
Data plan rates apply. For Android Auto
users have accessed the vehicle or created System
support and to see if your phone is
accounts. This may result in changes to the
compatible, see [Link] The menu may contain the following:
security or functionality of the infotainment
androidauto. For Apple CarPlay support and Time / Date
system. Some settings may also be
to see if your phone is compatible, see
transferred to a new vehicle, if equipped. For Use the following features to set the clock:
[Link]/ios/carplay/. Apple or
instructions, in the U.S. see
Google may change or suspend availability . Automatic Time and Date: Touch Off or
[Link] or in Canada see
at any time. Android Auto, Android, Google, On to enable or disable automatic update
[Link] or [Link].
Google Play, and other marks are of the time and date. When this feature
trademarks of Google Inc.; Apple CarPlay is a Refer to the User Terms and Privacy is on, the time and date cannot be
trademark of Apple Inc. Statement for important details. To view, manually set.
touch the Settings icon on the Home Page . Set Time: Touch to manually set the time
of the infotainment display. using the controls on the infotainment
display.
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. Set Date: Touch to manually set the date Wi-Fi Networks Privacy
using the controls on the infotainment
This will show connected and available Wi-Fi Touch and the following may display:
display.
networks. . Location Services: This setting enables or
. Automatic Time Zone (If Equipped): Touch
If a 4G LTE data package is not active on the disables sharing of vehicle location
Off or On to disable or enable automatic
vehicle, the infotainment system can be outside the vehicle. Emergency services
update of the time zone based on vehicle
connected to an external protected Wi-Fi will not be affected when Off is selected.
location. When this feature is on, the
time zone cannot be manually set. network, such as a mobile device or home . Data Services: If equipped, this setting
. Select Time Zone: Touch to manually set
hotspot, to utilize connected services. determines if data sharing can be used by
Wi-Fi Hotspot features including Wi-Fi, Hotspot, and
the time zone. Touch a time zone from
applications. Touch Off to disable data
the list. Touch and the following may display: services. Emergency services and phone
. Use 24-hour Format: Touch to specify the . Wi-Fi Services: This allows devices to use calls, such as calls with OnStar Advisors or
clock format shown. the vehicle hotspot. others, will not be affected when Off is
Touch Off or On to disable or enable. Touch the controls on the infotainment selected.
Language display to disable or enable. . Voice Recognition Sharing: This setting
. Wi-Fi Name: Touch to change the vehicle determines if voice commands can be
This will set the display language used on shared with a cloud-based voice
the infotainment display. It may also use Wi-Fi name.
recognition system. Touch Off to prevent
the selected language for voice recognition . Wi-Fi Password: Touch to change the
the sharing and possible recording of your
and audio feedback. Touch Language and vehicle Wi-Fi password. voice commands with this system. This
touch the appropriate language. . Connected Devices: Touch to show may limit the system’s ability to
Phones connected devices. understand your voice commands and
. Share Hotspot Data: Touch On to allow may disable some features.
Touch to connect to a different cell phone or
devices to use the vehicle hotspot and its . Types: This setting lists all
mobile device source, disconnect a cell
data, or touch Off to allow devices to Android-defined as dangerous permissions
phone or media device, or delete a cell
only use the vehicle hotspot but not currently used by the infotainment
phone or media device.
its data. system, the number of applications that
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have requested this permission, and the Sounds . Confirm More/Less: This setting specifies
number of applications that are allowed how often the voice recognition system
Touch and the following may display:
to use this permission. confirms commands. Touch Confirm More
. Maximum Startup Volume: This feature to have the system check with you more
. Used By Applications: This setting lists all
adjusts the maximum volume of the often before acting on your commands.
applications that are requested or are infotainment system when you start your
using Android-defined as dangerous . Prompt Length: This setting specifies the
vehicle. To set the maximum startup
permissions. Only requested and active amount of detail the voice recognition
volume, touch the controls on the
permissions are shown. system provides when giving you
infotainment display to increase or
feedback. Touch Auto to have the system
Display decrease.
automatically adjust to your speech
Touch and the following may display: . Audio Cues: This feature determines if habits. Touch Informative, Short, or Auto.
. Mode: This adjusts the appearance of the sounds play when the infotainment . Audio Feedback Speed: Touch Slow,
navigation map view and any system starts up and shuts down. This
Medium, or Fast to adjust how quickly
downloaded apps optimized for day or feature can be turned off or on.
the voice recognition system speaks.
night time conditions. Set to Auto for the . Set Audio Cue Volume: This setting
. Friendly Prompts: This setting adjusts the
display to automatically adjust based on controls the volume of Audio Cues played
formality of voice prompts. Touch Off for
bright/dark conditions. on startup and shut down. Touch the
shorter prompts. Touch On to hear
controls on the infotainment display to
Touch Auto, Day, or Night to adjust the prompts with more personality. Touch
increase or decrease.
display. Auto to have the prompt match your
. Audible Touch Feedback: This setting command style.
. Calibrate Touchscreen: Touch to calibrate
determines if a sound plays when .
the infotainment display and follow the Tutorial Mode: Touch Off or On to
touching the infotainment display or
prompts. provide tutorial feedback on the display.
radio controls. This feature can be turned
. Turn Display Off: Touch to turn the off or on. . Allow Prompt Interruptions: This setting
display off. Touch anywhere on the controls whether voice commands can be
infotainment display or press any Voice spoken before voice prompts finish. Turn
infotainment control on the center stack Touch and the following may display: this on to speak commands without
again to turn the display on. hearing the full prompt. Speaking while
the prompt is still playing will
immediately stop playing the current
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prompt and recognize your command. To manually check for updates, touch To connect the infotainment system to a
Background noise may cause accidental Settings on the Home Page and select the secured mobile device hotspot, home
interruptions. Touch Off or On. System tab. Go to the Vehicle Software hotspot, or public hotspot, touch Settings on
Favorites section and touch Updates. Follow the the Home Page, select the System tab,
on-screen prompts. The steps to check for, followed by Wi-Fi Networks. Select the
Touch and the following may display: download, and install updates may vary by appropriate Wi-Fi network, and follow the
. Manage Favorites: Touch to display a list vehicle. on-screen prompts. Download speeds
of Audio, Phone, and Navigation favorites. The vehicle can be used normally during the may vary.
Favorites can be moved, renamed, software download. Once the download is On most compatible mobile devices,
or deleted. complete, there may be a prompt to accept activation of the Wi-Fi hotspot is in the
To move, touch and hold the favorite, and the installation of the update upon the next Settings menu under Mobile Network
then drag up or down to rearrange the ignition cycle or the next time the vehicle is Sharing, Personal Hotspot, Mobile Hotspot,
position. shifted into P (Park). For most updates, the or similar.
. Set Number of Audio Favorites: Touch to vehicle will be disabled and cannot be driven Availability of Over-the-Air software updates
select how many favorites pages can be during the installation. The system will varies by vehicle and country. Features are
viewed from the audio application. The deliver messages indicating success or error subject to change. For more information on
Auto setting will automatically adjust this during and after the download and this feature, see [Link]/learn.
number based on the number of favorites installation processes.
Preferences
you have saved. Touch Auto, 5, 10, 15, 20, Downloading Over-the-Air vehicle software
25, 30, 35, or 40. updates requires Internet connectivity, which Touch the controls on the infotainment
can be accessed through the vehicle’s display to disable or enable the download of
Updates new updates in the background.
built-in 4G LTE connection, if equipped and
If equipped, the vehicle can download and active. If required, data plans are provided About
install select software updates over a by a third party. Optionally, a secure Wi-Fi
wireless connection. The system will prompt hotspot such as a compatible mobile device Touch to view the infotainment system
for certain updates to be downloaded and hotspot, home hotspot, or public hotspot software information.
installed. There is also an option to check can be used. Applicable data rates may
for updates manually. apply.
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Running Applications Touch the controls on the infotainment . Adaptive Volume: This feature adjusts the
display to disable or enable. volume based on the vehicle speed.
Touch to see a complete list of applications
that are currently running on the Apple CarPlay Touch Off, Low, Medium-Low, Medium,
infotainment system. Medium-High, or High.
This feature allows you to interact directly
. Bose AudioPilot Noise Compensation
Return to Factory Settings with your mobile device on the infotainment
display. See Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Technology (If Equipped): This feature
Touch and the following may display: adjusts the volume based on the noise in
0 146.
. Reset Vehicle Settings: Resets all vehicle the vehicle and the speed.
settings for the current user. Touch the controls on the infotainment Touch Off or On.
display to disable or enable.
Touch Reset or Cancel. . Manage Favorites: Touch to display a list
. Erase Settings and Personal Data: Erases Apps of Audio, Mobile Devices, and Navigation
app data settings, user profiles, and Touch and the following may display: favorites.
personal data including navigation and . Update Apps Automatically: This allows Favorites can be moved, renamed,
mobile device data. downloaded applications to be updated or deleted.
Touch Erase or Cancel. automatically. To move, touch and hold the favorite, and
. Clear Default Applications: Resets Touch the controls on the infotainment then drag up or down to rearrange the
preferred applications that have been set display to disable or enable. position.
to open when selecting a function. No . About Apps: Touch to view the versions . Set Number of Audio Favorites: Touch to
application data will be lost. of the shop software. select how many favorites pages can be
Touch Clear or Cancel. viewed from the audio application. The
Audio Auto setting will automatically adjust this
Apps Depending on the current audio source, number based on the number of favorites
The menu may contain the following: different options will be available. you have saved. Touch Auto, 5, 10, 15, 20,
Touch and the following may display: 25, 30, 35, or 40.
Android Auto
. RDS: This allows the Radio Data System
. Tone Settings: Touch to adjust Equalizer,
This feature allows you to interact directly (RDS) to be turned on or off.
with your mobile device on the infotainment Fade/Balance, or Sound Mode. See
“Infotainment System Sound Menu” in Touch the controls on the infotainment
display. See Apple CarPlay and Android Auto display to disable or enable.
0 146. AM-FM Radio 0 116.
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. HD Radio: This allows HD Radio reception . Auto Cooled Seats: This setting . Destination Card Preferences
to be turned on or off. automatically turns on and regulates the . Map Preferences
Touch the controls on the infotainment ventilated seats when the cabin . Route Preferences
display to disable or enable. temperature is warm.
. Navigation Voice Control
. Explicit Content Filter: This setting allows Touch the controls on the infotainment . Traffic Preferences
access to explicit content SiriusXM display to disable or enable.
. Alert Preferences
channels. . Auto Heated Seats: This setting
. Fuel Grade Preferences
Touch Off or On. automatically turns on and regulates the
heated seats when the cabin temperature . Manage History
. Manage Phones: Select to connect to a
is cool. The auto heated seats can be . Predictive Navigation
different phone source, disconnect a
turned off by using the heated seat . About
phone, or delete a phone.
controls on the center stack.
. Reset Music Index: This allows the music See Using the Navigation System 0 124.
index to be reset if you are having Touch the controls on the infotainment
display to disable or enable. Phone
difficulty accessing all of the media
content on your device. . Auto Defog: This setting automatically Touch and the following may display:
turns the front defogger on when the . My Number: Displays the cell phone
Touch Yes or No.
vehicle engine is started. number of the Bluetooth connected
Climate Touch the controls on the infotainment device.
Touch and the following may display: display to disable or enable. . Active Call View: Shows active call display
. Auto Fan Speed: This setting specifies the . Auto Rear Defog: This setting when answering a call.
amount of airflow when the climate automatically turns the rear window Touch the controls on the infotainment
control fan setting is Auto Fan. defogger on when the vehicle engine is display to disable or enable.
Touch Low, Medium, or High. started. . Privacy: Only show call alerts in the
. Air Quality Sensor: This setting switches Touch the controls on the infotainment instrument cluster.
the system into Recirculation Mode based display to disable or enable. Touch Off or On.
on the quality of the outside air. Navigation . Sort Contacts: Touch to sort by first or
Touch Off, Low Sensitivity, or High Touch and the following may display: last name.
Sensitivity. . Re-sync Device Contacts:
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This allows the device contacts to re-sync To access: 5. Place the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
if you are having difficulty accessing all of 1. Touch Settings on the Home Page, then transmitter key you wish to register in
the contacts on your cell phone. touch Vehicle, and then Teen Driver. the transmitter pocket. The key does not
. Delete All Vehicle Contacts: Touch to need to be the one that started the
2. Create a Personal Identification Number vehicle. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
delete all vehicle stored contacts. (PIN) by choosing a four-digit PIN.
. OnStar Phone TTY Mode: This enables System Operation 0 7 for transmitter
Re-enter the PIN to confirm. To change pocket location.
OnStar cell phone TTY mode. the PIN, touch Change PIN.
Touch Disable or Enable. 6. From the Teen Driver menu, touch
The PIN is required to: Setup Keys.
Vehicle . Register or unregister keys. . If the transmitter key has not
. Change Teen Driver settings. previously been registered, the option
This menu allows adjustment of different
vehicle features. See Vehicle Personalization . Change or clear the Teen Driver PIN. to add the key displays. Touch Setup
0 100. . Access or delete Report Card data. and a confirmation message displays.
Teen Driver restrictions will be
Register keys to activate Teen Driver and
Teen Driver assign restrictions to the key:
applied whenever this key is used to
operate the vehicle.
If equipped, this allows multiple keys to be Any vehicle key can be registered, up to a . If the transmitter key has already
registered for beginner drivers to encourage maximum of eight keys. Label the key to
safe driving habits. When the vehicle is been registered, the option to
tell it apart from the other keys. remove the key displays. If Remove is
started with a Teen Driver key, it will
automatically activate certain safety For a pushbutton start system: touched, the transmitter key is no
systems, allow setting of some features, and longer registered. A confirmation
1. Start the engine. message displays, and Teen Driver
limit the use of others. The Report Card will 2. For automatic transmissions, the vehicle
record vehicle data about driving behavior restrictions will not be applied if this
must be in P (Park). For manual transmitter key is used to operate
that can be viewed later. When the vehicle transmissions, the vehicle must be
is started with a registered key, the Driver the vehicle.
stopped with the parking brake set.
Information Center (DIC) displays a message In vehicles with a pushbutton start system,
that Teen Driver is active. 3. From the Settings menu, touch Vehicle if a Teen Driver and a non-Teen Driver key
and then Teen Driver. are both present at start up, the vehicle will
4. Enter the PIN.
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recognize the non-Teen Driver key to start Audio Volume Limit : Allows the audio SiriusXM Explicit Content Filter (if
the vehicle. The Teen Driver settings will not volume limit to be turned on or off. Touch equipped) : Allows the SiriusXM Explicit
be active. Set Audio Volume Limit to choose the Content Filter to be turned ON or OFF.
For a keyed ignition system: maximum allowable audio volume level. When ON, the teen driver will not be able
Set Audio Volume Limit : Allows a to listen to SiriusXM stations that contain
1. Start the engine. explicit content, and the Explicit Content
maximum radio volume to be set. Use the
2. For automatic transmissions, the vehicle arrows to choose the maximum allowable Filter selection in the Audio Settings will be
must be in P (Park). For manual level for the audio volume. unavailable for change.
transmissions, the vehicle must be When Teen Driver is Active:
stopped with the parking brake set. Teen Driver Speed Limiter : Limits the
maximum speed of the vehicle. When the . The radio will mute when the driver, or in
3. From the Settings menu, touch Vehicle some vehicles, the front passenger seat
and then Teen Driver. speed limiter is turned on and the vehicle is
started with a Teen Driver key, the DIC belt, is not buckled. The audio from any
4. Enter the PIN. displays a message that the top speed is device paired to the vehicle will also be
5. Touch Setup Keys. The system displays limited. muted.
instructions for registering or . An object placed on the front passenger
On certain vehicles, when the Speed Limiter
unregistering a key. A confirmation is turned ON, the vehicle’s maximum seat, such as a briefcase, handbag,
message displays. acceleration will be limited. The DIC will grocery bag, laptop, or other electronic
Manage Settings display a message that the acceleration is device, could cause the passenger sensing
limited. system to falsely sense an unbuckled
Buckle To Drive : When turned ON, Buckle front passenger, mute the radio, and
to Drive prevents the driver from shifting Teen Driver Speed Warning : Allows the prevent shifting from P (Park) if Buckle to
out of P (Park) for a period of time if driver speed warning to be turned on or off. Touch Drive is ON. If this happens, remove the
seat belt, and on some vehicles, the Set Teen Driver Speed Warning to set the object from the seat. See Passenger
passenger seat belt, is not buckled. See warning speed. Sensing System 0 50.
Buckle To Drive 0 39 and Set Teen Driver Speed Warning : Displays a . Some safety systems, such as Forward
Vehicle Personalization 0 100. warning in the DIC when exceeding a Collision Alert, if equipped, cannot be
selectable speed. Choose the desired speed turned off.
warning level. The speed warning does not
limit the speed of the vehicle.
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. The gap setting for the Forward Collision . Distance Driven – the total distance . Antilock Braking System Active – The
Alert and Adaptive Cruise Control, driven. number of Antilock Brake System
if equipped, cannot be changed. . Maximum Speed – the maximum vehicle activations.
. When trying to change a safety feature speed detected. . Tailgating Alerts – the number of times
that is not configurable in Teen Driver, . Overspeed Warnings – the number of the driver was alerted for following a
the DIC displays a message indicating times the speed warning setting was vehicle ahead too closely.
that Teen Driver is active and the action exceeded. Report Card Data
is not available. . Wide Open Throttle – the number of
. Super Cruise, if equipped, is not available. Cumulative Data is saved for all trips until
times the accelerator pedal was pressed the Report Card is reset or until the
. Enhanced Low Fuel Warning (if equipped) nearly all the way down. maximum count is exceeded. If the
– When the vehicle is low on fuel, the . Forward Collision Alerts – the number of maximum count is exceeded for a Report
low fuel light on the instrument cluster times the driver was notified when Card line item, that item will no longer be
flashes and the DIC low fuel warning approaching a vehicle ahead too quickly updated in the Report Card until it is reset.
cannot be dismissed. and at potential risk for a crash. Each item will report a maximum of
. Do not tow a trailer. . Forward Automatic Braking, also called 1,000 counts. The distance driven will report
Report Card Automatic Emergency Braking (if a maximum of 64,374 km (40,000 mi).
equipped) – the number of times the To delete Report Card data, do one of the
The vehicle owner must secure the driver’s vehicle detected that a forward collision
consent to record certain vehicle data when following:
was imminent and applied the brakes.
the vehicle is driven with a registered Teen . From the Report Card display, touch
. Reverse Automatic Braking (if equipped) –
Driver key. There is one Report Card per Reset.
vehicle. Data is only recorded when a the number of times the vehicle detected
. Touch Clear All Teen Keys and PIN from
registered Teen Driver key is used to that a rearward collision was imminent
and applied the brakes. the Teen Driver menu. This will also
operate the vehicle. unregister any Teen Driver keys and
. Traction Control – the number of times
The Report Card data is collected from the delete the PIN.
the Traction Control System activated to
time Teen Driver is activated or the last reduce wheel spin or loss of traction. Forgotten PIN
time the Report Card was reset. The
. Stability Control – the number of events See your dealer to reset the PIN.
following items may be recorded:
which required the use of electronic
stability control.
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Trademarks and License Explicit Language Notice: Channels with
frequent explicit language are indicated with
Agreements an “XL” preceding the channel name.
Channel blocking is available for SiriusXM
FCC Information
Satellite Radio receivers by notifying
See Radio Frequency Statement 0 328. SiriusXM:
. USA Customers — See [Link]
If you decide to continue service after your
or call 1-888-601–6296.
trial, your selected subscription plan will
automatically renew thereafter. You will be . Canada Customers — See
charged at then-current rates. Fees and taxes [Link] or call 1-877-438-9677.
apply. Please see the SiriusXM Customer It is prohibited to copy, decompile,
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Climate Controls Climate Control Systems
Climate Control Systems The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system.
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Dual Automatic Climate Control
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Air Vents
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Maintenance
Passenger Compartment Air Filter . . . . . 170
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171

1. Fan Control ^ : Turn the knob clockwise or

2. MAX Defrost counterclockwise to increase or decrease the
3. A/C (Air Conditioning) fan speed or turn the fan off. The fan speed
appears in the display screen.
4. TEMP (Temperature Control)
Air Delivery Mode Controls : Press the air
5. Recirculation delivery mode buttons to change the
6. Air Delivery Mode Controls direction of the airflow. The indicator light
7. Rear Window Defogger in the selected button will turn on. The
current mode appears in the display screen.
TEMP : Turn the knob clockwise or
counterclockwise to increase or decrease the To change the current mode, select one or
temperature setting. more of the following modes:
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0 : Clears the windows of fog or moisture. Ionizer : If equipped, this feature helps to If the vehicle is equipped with heated
Air is directed to the windshield. clean the air inside the vehicle and remove outside mirrors, they turn on when the rear
contaminants such as pollen, odors, and window defogger button is on and help to
{ : Air is directed to the instrument dust. If the climate control system is on and clear fog or frost from the surface of the
panel outlets. the ionizer is enabled, the ionizer status mirror. See Heated Mirrors 0 22.
z : Air is directed to the floor outlets. indicator will be lit on the climate control
display. To turn the ionizer on or off, see Caution
0 MAX : Air is directed to the windshield “Climate and Air Quality” under Vehicle Do not try to clear frost or other material
and the fan runs at a higher speed. This Personalization 0 100. from the inside of the front windshield
mode overrides the previous mode selected and rear window with a razor blade or
and clears fog or frost from the windshield Rear Window Defogger
anything else that is sharp. This may
more quickly. When the button is pressed K : Press to turn the rear window defogger damage the rear window defogger grid
again, the system returns to the previous on or off. An indicator light on the button and affect the radio's ability to pick up
mode setting and fan speed. The current comes on to show that the rear window
mode setting and fan speed appear in the stations clearly. The repairs would not be
defogger is on. The defogger turns off when covered by the vehicle warranty.
display screen. the ignition is turned to off or to ACC/
For best results, clear all snow and ice from ACCESSORY. Remote Start Climate Control Operation :
the windshield before defrosting. The upper lines on the rear window are If equipped with remote start, the climate
A/C : Press to turn the air conditioning antenna grids and are not intended to control system may run when the vehicle is
system on or off. This status appears in the defrost the glass. started remotely. The system will determine
display screen. If the fan control is turned the best mode and temperature setting for
The rear window defogger can be set to operation. Once the vehicle is started with
off or the outside temperature falls below automatic operation. See “Climate and Air
freezing, the air conditioner will not run. the Engine Start/Stop button, the climate
Quality” under Vehicle Personalization 0 100. control system will begin to operate at the
@ : Press to turn on recirculation. An When Auto Rear Defog is selected, the rear last customer selected operating mode and
indicator light comes on and the status window defogger turns on automatically temperature. If equipped with heated or
appears in the display screen. Air is when the interior temperature is cold and ventilated seats, they may come on
recirculated to quickly cool the inside of the the outside temperature is about 7 °C (44 °F) during a remote start. See Remote Vehicle
vehicle or to reduce the entry of outside air and below. The auto rear defogger turns off Start 0 13 and
and odors. automatically. Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 0 34.
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Dual Automatic Climate Control System Climate Control Display
The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system.

1. Driver and Passenger Temperature

Settings
1. Driver and Passenger Ventilated Seats (If 7. SYNC 2. Fan Control
Equipped) 8. AUTO (Automatic Operation) 3. Driver and Passenger Temperature
2. Driver and Passenger Temperature 9. Fan Controls Controls
Controls
10. Power (On/Off) 4. Sync (Synchronized Temperature)
3. MAX Defrost
11. Recirculation 5. Recirculation
4. Air Delivery Mode Controls
12. Rear Window Defogger 6. Air Delivery Mode Controls
5. A/C (Air Conditioning)
7. Auto (Automatic Operation)
6. Driver and Passenger Heated Seats (If
8. A/C (Air Conditioning)
Equipped)
9. On/Off (Power)
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The fan, air delivery mode, air conditioning, Automatic Operation Driver and Passenger Temperature
driver and passenger temperatures, and Sync The system automatically controls the fan Controls : The temperature can be adjusted
settings can be controlled by touching speed, air delivery, air conditioning, and separately for the driver and the passenger.
CLIMATE on the infotainment Home Page or recirculation in order to heat or cool the Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise
the climate button in the climate control vehicle to the desired temperature. to increase or decrease the driver or
display application tray. A selection can then passenger temperature setting.
be made on the front climate control page When AUTO is lit, all four functions operate
automatically. Each function can also be SYNC : Press to link the passenger
displayed. See the infotainment manual. temperature settings to the driver setting.
manually set and the selected setting is
Climate Control Status Display displayed. Functions not manually set will The SYNC indicator light will turn on. When
continue to be automatically controlled, the passenger settings are adjusted, the
even if the AUTO indicator is not lit. SYNC indicator light turns off.

For automatic operation: Manual Operation

1. Press AUTO. O : Press to turn the fan off or on. If on is
2. Set the temperature. Allow the system selected, or any other button is pressed or
time to stabilize. Adjust the temperature knob turned, the climate control system will
as needed for best comfort. turn on and return to delivering airflow as
set. The temperature control and air delivery
To improve fuel efficiency and to cool the mode can still be adjusted.
vehicle faster with A/C on, the system will
automatically turn on recirculation in warm ^ : Press the large fan symbol to increase
weather. The recirculation light will not the fan speed. Press the small fan symbol to
be lit. decrease the fan speed. The fan speed
The climate control status display appears setting appears on the main display. When
briefly when the center stack climate Press @ to manually select recirculation the fan speed is decreased completely, the
controls are adjusted. and the indicator light will turn on. Press it fan turns off. Pressing either button cancels
again to select outside air and the indicator automatic fan control and the fan is
light will turn off. controlled manually. Press AUTO to return
to automatic operation.
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Air Delivery Mode Controls : Press X, Y, For best results, clear all snow and ice from turn on the air conditioner. The fan speed
or [ to change the direction of the the windshield before defrosting. may slightly increase to help prevent
airflow. Any combination of the three A/C : Press to turn the air conditioning fogging. If the climate control system does
buttons can be selected. The indicator light system on or off. If the fan control is turned not detect possible window fogging, it
in the button will turn on. The current mode off or the outside temperature falls below returns to normal operation.
appears in the display screen. Pressing any freezing, the air conditioner will not run. To turn Auto Defog off or on, see “Climate
button cancels automatic air delivery control Pressing this button cancels automatic air and Air Quality” under Vehicle
and the direction of the airflow is controlled conditioning and turns off the air Personalization 0 100.
manually. Press AUTO to return to conditioner. Press AUTO to return to
automatic operation. Rear Window Defogger
automatic operation and the air conditioner
To change the current mode, select one or runs automatically as needed. When the K : Press to turn the rear window defogger
more of the following modes: indicator light is on, the air conditioner runs on or off. An indicator light on the button
automatically to cool the air inside the comes on to show that the rear window
X : Air is directed to the windshield. vehicle or to dry the air needed to defog defogger is on. The rear window defogger
the windshield faster. only works when the ignition is on. The
Y : Air is directed to the instrument panel defogger turns off when the ignition is
outlets. M : Press to turn on recirculation. An turned off or to ACC/ACCESSORY.
[ : Air is directed to the floor outlets. indicator light comes on. Air is recirculated
to quickly cool the inside of the vehicle or The upper lines on the rear window are
0 MAX : Air is directed to the windshield, to reduce the entry of outside air and odors. antenna grids and are not intended to
the fan runs at a higher speed, and the defrost the glass.
If selected during cool or cold weather, the
temperature of the air is increased if not The rear window defogger can be set to
windshield and windows may fog. Turn off
already at maximum. This mode overrides automatic operation. See “Climate and Air
recirculation to help clear the windshield
the previous mode selected and clears fog or Quality” under Vehicle Personalization 0 100.
and windows.
frost from the windshield more quickly. When Auto Rear Defog is selected, the rear
When the button is pressed again, the Auto Defog : The climate control system window defogger turns on automatically
system returns to the previous mode setting may have a sensor to automatically detect when the interior temperature is cold and
and fan speed. high humidity inside the vehicle. When high the outside temperature is about 7 °C (45 °F)
humidity is detected, the climate control and below. The auto rear defogger turns off
system may adjust to outside air supply and automatically.
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If equipped with heated outside mirrors, the Engine Start/Stop button, the climate Air Vents
they turn on when the rear window control system will begin to operate at the
defogger button is on and help to clear fog last customer selected operating mode and
or frost from the surface of the mirror. See temperature. If equipped with heated or
Heated Mirrors 0 22. ventilated seats, they may come on during a
remote start. See Remote Vehicle Start 0 13
Caution and
Do not try to clear frost or other material Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 0 34.
from the inside of the front windshield Sensor
and rear window with a razor blade or
anything else that is sharp. This may The solar sensor, on top of the instrument
damage the rear window defogger grid panel near the windshield, monitors the
and affect the radio's ability to pick up solar heat.
stations clearly. The repairs would not be The climate control system uses the sensor
covered by the vehicle warranty. information to adjust the temperature, fan Use the louvers on the air vents to change
speed, recirculation, and air delivery mode the direction of the airflow.
Driver and Passenger Heated and Ventilated for best comfort.
On the center air vents, move the sliding
Seats : If equipped, press L or M to heat Do not cover the sensor; otherwise the knob down to close off airflow.
the driver or passenger seat. automatic climate control system may not
work properly. On the side air vents, move the sliding knob
If equipped, press { or C to ventilate the to the outboard side of the vehicle to close
driver or passenger seat. See Heated and off the airflow.
Ventilated Front Seats 0 34.
Operation Tips
Remote Start Climate Control Operation : . Keep all outlets open whenever possible
If equipped with remote start, the climate for best system performance.
control system may run when the vehicle is
. Keep the path under all seats clear of
started remotely. The system will determine
the best mode and temperature setting for objects to help circulate the air inside the
operation. Once the vehicle is started with vehicle more effectively.
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. Clear snow off the hood to improve
visibility and help decrease moisture
drawn into the vehicle, which may
improve long term system performance.
. Use of non-GM approved hood deflectors
can adversely affect the performance of
the system.
. Do not attach any devices to the air vent
slats; this restricts airflow and may cause
damage to the air vents.

Maintenance
2. Disconnect the glove box door dampener 4. Release the retainer clips holding the
Passenger Compartment Air Filter arm from the glove box door assembly. service door. Open the service door and
3. Squeeze both sides of the glove box door remove the old filter.
The filter removes dust, pollen, and other
airborne irritants from outside air that is to open beyond the stops. 5. Install the new air filter.
pulled into the vehicle. 6. Close the service door and retainer clips.
The filter should be replaced as part of 7. Reverse the steps to reinstall the
routine scheduled maintenance; see glove box.
Maintenance Schedule 0 304. To find out See your dealer if additional assistance is
what type of filter to use, see Maintenance needed.
Replacement Parts 0 313.
1. Open the glove box completely.
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Service
All vehicles have a label underhood that
identifies the refrigerant used in the vehicle.
The refrigerant system should only be
serviced by trained and certified technicians.
The air conditioning evaporator should never
be repaired or replaced by one from a
salvage vehicle. It should only be replaced
by a new evaporator to ensure proper and
safe operation.
During service, all refrigerants should be
reclaimed with proper equipment. Venting
refrigerants directly to the atmosphere is
harmful to the environment and may also
create unsafe conditions based on
inhalation, combustion, frostbite, or other
health-based concerns.
The air conditioning system requires periodic
maintenance. See Maintenance Schedule
0 304.
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Driving and Operating Engine Exhaust
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212
Running the Vehicle While Parked . . . . . 188 Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) . . . . . . . . . . . 214
Driving Information Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214
Driving for Better Fuel Economy . . . . . . . 173 Automatic Transmission Lane Keep Assist (LKA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216
Distracted Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173 Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173 Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190 Fuel
Impaired Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174 Top Tier Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174 Brakes Recommended Fuel (1.5L Engine) . . . . . . . 218
Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174 Antilock Brake System (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . 191 Recommended Fuel (2.0L Engine) . . . . . . 218
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174 Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191 Prohibited Fuels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175 Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192 Fuels in Foreign Countries . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176 Brake Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193 Fuel Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
Driving on Wet Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176 Hill Start Assist (HSA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193 Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177 Ride Control Systems Filling a Portable Fuel Container . . . . . . . 220
Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Trailer Towing
If the Vehicle Is Stuck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193 General Towing Information . . . . . . . . . . . 220
Vehicle Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
Cruise Control Driving Characteristics and
Starting and Operating Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Towing Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221
New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182 Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224
Adaptive Cruise Control (Advanced) . . . . 197
Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182 Towing Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183 Driver Assistance Systems
Stop/Start System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184 Conversions and Add-Ons
Driver Assistance Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204
Engine Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185 Add-On Electrical Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . 226
Assistance Systems for Parking or
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) . . . . . . . 186 Backing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
Shifting Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186 Assistance Systems for Driving . . . . . . . . 209
Shifting out of Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187 Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
Parking over Things That Burn . . . . . . . . . 187 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
Extended Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187 Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) . . . 211
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Distracted Driving . Wait until the vehicle is parked to
Driving Information retrieve items that have fallen to the
Distraction comes in many forms and can floor.
Driving for Better Fuel Economy take your focus from the task of driving. . Stop or park the vehicle to tend to
Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here Exercise good judgment and do not let other children.
are some driving tips to get the best fuel activities divert your attention away from
. Keep pets in an appropriate carrier or
economy possible: the road. Many local governments have
enacted laws regarding driver distraction. restraint.
. Set the climate controls to the desired
Become familiar with the local laws in . Avoid stressful conversations while
temperature after the engine is started,
your area. driving, whether with a passenger or on a
or turn them off when not required.
cell phone.
. Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly. To avoid distracted driving, keep your eyes
on the road, keep your hands on the
. Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops.
steering wheel, and focus your attention on { Warning
. Avoid idling the engine for long periods
driving. Taking your eyes off the road too long or
of time.
. Do not use a phone in demanding driving too often could cause a crash resulting in
. When road and weather conditions are injury or death. Focus your attention on
situations. Use a hands-free method to
appropriate, use cruise control. driving.
place or receive necessary phone calls.
. Always follow posted speed limits or
. Watch the road. Do not read, take notes,
drive more slowly when conditions Refer to the infotainment section for more
or look up information on phones or
require. information on using that system and the
other electronic devices.
. Keep vehicle tires properly inflated. navigation system, if equipped, including
. Designate a front seat passenger to
. Combine several trips into a single trip. pairing and using a cell phone.
handle potential distractions.
. Replace the vehicle's tires with the same . Become familiar with vehicle features Defensive Driving
TPC Spec number molded into the tire's before driving, such as programming
sidewall near the size. Defensive driving means “always expect the
favorite radio stations and adjusting
. Follow recommended scheduled unexpected.” The first step in driving
climate control and seat settings. Program
maintenance. defensively is to wear the seat belt. See
all trip information into any navigation
Seat Belts 0 38.
device prior to driving.
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. Assume that other road users Control of a Vehicle applied. Once the power assist is used up, it
(pedestrians, bicyclists, and other drivers) can take longer to stop and the brake pedal
are going to be careless and make Braking, steering, and accelerating are will be harder to push.
mistakes. Anticipate what they may do important factors in helping to control a
and be ready. vehicle while driving. Steering
. Allow enough following distance between
you and the driver in front of you.
Braking Caution
. Focus on the task of driving. Braking action involves perception time and To avoid damage to the steering system,
reaction time. Deciding to push the brake do not drive over curbs, parking barriers,
Impaired Driving pedal is perception time. Actually doing it is or similar objects at speeds greater than
reaction time. 3 km/h (1 mph). Use care when driving
Death and injury associated with impaired
driving is a global tragedy. Average driver reaction time is about over other objects such as lane dividers
three-quarters of a second. In that time, a and speed bumps. Damage caused by
{ Warning vehicle moving at 100 km/h (60 mph) travels
20 m (66 ft), which could be a lot of
misuse of the vehicle is not covered by
the vehicle warranty.
Drinking alcohol or taking drugs and then distance in an emergency.
driving is very dangerous. Your reflexes,
perceptions, attentiveness, and judgment Helpful braking tips to keep in mind include:
can be affected by even a small amount . Keep enough distance between you and
of alcohol or drugs. You can have a the vehicle in front of you.
serious — or even fatal — collision if you . Avoid needless heavy braking.
drive after drinking or taking drugs. . Keep pace with traffic.
Do not drive while under the influence of If the engine ever stops while the vehicle is
alcohol or drugs, or ride with a driver being driven, brake normally but do not
who has been drinking or is impaired by pump the brakes. Doing so could make the
drugs. Find alternate transportation pedal harder to push down. If the engine
home; or if you are with a group, stops, there will be some power brake assist
designate a driver who will remain sober. but it will be used when the brake is
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Variable Effort Steering Normal use of the power steering assist Off-Road Recovery
should return when the system cools down.
The vehicle has a steering system that
varies the amount of effort required to steer See your dealer if there is a problem.
the vehicle in relation to the speed of the
vehicle. Curve Tips
. Take curves at a reasonable speed.
The amount of steering effort required is
. Reduce speed before entering a curve.
less at slower speeds to make the vehicle
more maneuverable and easier to park. At . Maintain a reasonable steady speed
faster speeds, the steering effort increases through the curve.
to provide a sport-like feel to the steering. . Wait until the vehicle is out of the curve
This provides maximum control and stability. before accelerating gently into the
straightaway.
Electric Power Steering
Steering in Emergencies
The vehicle has electric power steering.
. There are some situations when steering The vehicle's right wheels can drop off the
It does not have power steering fluid.
around a problem may be more effective edge of a road onto the shoulder while
Regular maintenance is not required.
than braking. driving. Follow these tips:
If power steering assist is lost due to a . Holding both sides of the steering wheel 1. Ease off the accelerator and then,
system malfunction, the vehicle can be if there is nothing in the way, steer the
allows you to turn 180 degrees without
steered, but may require increased effort. vehicle so that it straddles the edge of
removing a hand.
If the steering wheel is turned until it . Antilock Brake System (ABS) allows the pavement.
reaches the end of its travel and is held steering while braking. 2. Turn the steering wheel about
against that position for an extended period one-eighth of a turn, until the right front
of time, power steering assist may be tire contacts the pavement edge.
reduced.
3. Turn the steering wheel to go straight
If the steering assist is used for an extended down the roadway.
period of time while the vehicle is not
moving, power assist may be reduced.
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Loss of Control warning clues — such as enough water,
Warning (Continued)
ice, or packed snow on the road to make
Skidding a mirrored surface — and slow down After driving through a large puddle of
There are three types of skids that when you have any doubt. water or a car/vehicle wash, lightly apply
correspond to the vehicle's three control . Try to avoid sudden steering, acceleration, the brake pedal until the brakes work
systems: or braking, including reducing vehicle normally.
. Braking Skid — wheels are not rolling. speed by shifting to a lower gear. Any
sudden changes could cause the tires to Flowing or rushing water creates strong
. Steering or Cornering Skid — too much forces. Driving through flowing water
slide.
speed or steering in a curve causes tires could cause the vehicle to be carried
to slip and lose cornering force. Remember: Antilock brakes help avoid only away. If this happens, you and other
. Acceleration Skid — too much throttle the braking skid. vehicle occupants could drown. Do not
causes the driving wheels to spin. Driving on Wet Roads ignore police warnings and be very
Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking cautious about trying to drive through
Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle flowing water.
reasonable care suited to existing conditions,
traction and affect your ability to stop and
and by not overdriving those conditions. But
accelerate. Always drive slower in these Hydroplaning
skids are always possible.
types of driving conditions and avoid driving
If the vehicle starts to slide, follow these through large puddles and deep-standing or Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water can build
suggestions: flowing water. up under the vehicle's tires so they actually
. Ease your foot off the accelerator pedal ride on the water. This can happen if the
and steer the way you want the vehicle { Warning road is wet enough and you are going fast
to go. The vehicle may straighten out. Be enough. When the vehicle is hydroplaning, it
Wet brakes can cause crashes. They has little or no contact with the road.
ready for a second skid if it occurs. might not work as well in a quick stop
. Slow down and adjust your driving There is no hard and fast rule about
and could cause pulling to one side. You
according to weather conditions. Stopping hydroplaning. The best advice is to slow
could lose control of the vehicle.
distance can be longer and vehicle control down when the road is wet.
(Continued)
can be affected when traction is reduced
by water, snow, ice, gravel, or other
material on the road. Learn to recognize
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Other Rainy Weather Tips
{ Warning Winter Driving
Besides slowing down, other wet weather Driving on Snow or Ice
driving tips include: Using the brakes to slow the vehicle on a
long downhill slope can cause brake Snow or ice between the tires and the road
. Allow extra following distance.
overheating, can reduce brake creates less traction or grip, so drive
. Pass with caution.
performance, and could result in a loss of carefully. Wet ice can occur at about 0 °C
. Keep windshield wiping equipment in braking. Shift the transmission to a lower (32 °F) when freezing rain begins to fall.
good shape. gear to let the engine assist the brakes Avoid driving on wet ice or in freezing rain
. Keep the windshield washer fluid reservoir on a steep downhill slope. until roads can be treated.
filled.
For Slippery Road Driving:
. Have good tires with proper tread depth.
. Accelerate gently. Accelerating too quickly
See Tires 0 259. { Warning causes the wheels to spin and makes the
. Turn off cruise control. Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) or with surface under the tires slick.
the ignition off is dangerous. This can . Turn on Traction Control. See Traction
Hill and Mountain Roads cause overheating of the brakes and loss Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 193.
Driving on steep hills or through mountains of steering assist. Always have the engine . The Antilock Brake System (ABS) improves
is different than driving on flat or rolling running and the vehicle in gear. vehicle stability during hard stops, but
terrain. Tips include: the brakes should be applied sooner than
. Keep the vehicle serviced and in good . Drive at speeds that keep the vehicle in
when on dry pavement. See Antilock
shape. its own lane. Do not swing wide or cross Brake System (ABS) 0 191.
. Check all fluid levels and brakes, tires, the center line.
. Allow greater following distance and
cooling system, and transmission. . Be alert on top of hills; something could
watch for slippery spots. Icy patches can
. Shift to a lower gear when going down be in your lane (e.g., stalled car, crash). occur on otherwise clear roads in shaded
steep or long hills. . Pay attention to special road signs (e.g., areas. The surface of a curve or an
falling rocks area, winding roads, long overpass can remain icy when the
grades, passing or no-passing zones) and surrounding roads are clear. Avoid sudden
take appropriate action. steering maneuvers and braking while
on ice.
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. Turn off cruise control. If stuck too severely for the traction system
Warning (Continued) to free the vehicle, turn the traction system
Blizzard Conditions . Fully open the air outlets on or under off and use the rocking method. See
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and signal the instrument panel. Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control
for help. Stay with the vehicle unless there . Adjust the climate control system to 0 193.
is help nearby. If possible, use Roadside circulate the air inside the vehicle and
Assistance. See Roadside Assistance Program set the fan speed to the highest { Warning
0 323. To get help and keep everyone in the setting. See “Climate Control Systems.” If the vehicle's tires spin at high speed,
vehicle safe:
For more information about CO, see they can explode, and you or others
. Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
Engine Exhaust 0 188. could be injured. The vehicle can
. Tie a red cloth to an outside mirror. overheat, causing an engine compartment
To save fuel, run the engine for short fire or other damage. Spin the wheels as
{ Warning periods to warm the vehicle and then shut little as possible and avoid going above
Snow can trap engine exhaust under the the engine off and partially close the 56 km/h (35 mph).
vehicle. This may cause exhaust gases to window. Moving about to keep warm also
get inside. Engine exhaust contains helps. Rocking the Vehicle to Get it Out
carbon monoxide (CO), which cannot be If it takes time for help to arrive, when Turn the steering wheel left and right to
seen or smelled. It can cause running the engine, push the accelerator clear the area around the front wheels. Turn
unconsciousness and even death. pedal slightly so the engine runs faster than off any traction system. Shift back and forth
If the vehicle is stuck in snow: the idle speed. This keeps the battery between R (Reverse) and a low forward gear,
charged to restart the vehicle and to signal spinning the wheels as little as possible. To
. Clear snow from the base of the for help with the headlamps. Do this as prevent transmission wear, wait until the
vehicle, especially any blocking the little as possible, to save fuel. wheels stop spinning before shifting gears.
exhaust pipe. Release the accelerator pedal while shifting,
. Open a window about 5 cm (2 in) on If the Vehicle Is Stuck and press lightly on the accelerator pedal
the vehicle side that is away from the Slowly and cautiously spin the wheels to when the transmission is in gear. Slowly
wind, to bring in fresh air. free the vehicle when stuck in sand, mud, spinning the wheels in the forward and
(Continued) ice, or snow. reverse directions causes a rocking motion
that could free the vehicle. If that does not
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get the vehicle out after a few tries, it positions (1), and the maximum vehicle
might need to be towed out. If the vehicle Warning (Continued)
capacity weight (2) in kilograms and
does need to be towed out, see Towing the Overloading can also reduce stopping pounds.
Vehicle 0 292. performance, damage the tires, and
The Tire and Loading Information label
Vehicle Load Limits shorten the life of the vehicle.
also shows the tire size of the original
It is very important to know how much Tire and Loading Information Label equipment tires (3) and the
weight the vehicle can carry. This recommended cold tire inflation
weight is called the vehicle capacity pressures (4). For more information on
weight and includes the weight of all tires and inflation see Tires 0 259 and
occupants, cargo, and all Tire Pressure 0 266.
nonfactory-installed options. Two labels There is also important loading
on the vehicle may show how much information on the Certification label.
weight it may properly carry: the Tire It may show the Gross Vehicle Weight
and Loading Information label and the Rating (GVWR) and the Gross Axle
Certification label. Weight Rating (GAWR) for the front and
rear axle. See “Certification Label” later
{ Warning in this section.
Do not load the vehicle any heavier Label Example “Steps for Determining Correct Load
than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Limit–
(GVWR), or either the maximum A vehicle-specific Tire and Loading
front or rear Gross Axle Weight Information label is attached to the 1. Locate the statement "The combined
Rating (GAWR). This can cause vehicle's center pillar (B-pillar). The Tire weight of occupants and cargo
systems to break and change the and Loading Information label shows should never exceed XXX kg or
way the vehicle handles. This could the number of occupant seating XXX lbs." on your vehicle’s placard.
cause loss of control and a crash.
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2. Determine the combined weight of reduces the available cargo and
the driver and passengers that will luggage load capacity of your
be riding in your vehicle. vehicle.”
3. Subtract the combined weight of the See Trailer Towing 0 224 for important
driver and passengers from XXX kg information on towing a trailer, towing
or XXX lbs. safety rules, and trailering tips.
4. The resulting figure equals the
available amount of cargo and
luggage load capacity. For example,
if the "XXX" amount equals 1400 lbs.
and there will be five 150 lb
passengers in your vehicle, the Example 2
amount of available cargo and
luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for
(1400-750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.) Example 2 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs).
2. Subtract Occupant Weight @
5. Determine the combined weight of
68 kg (150 lbs) × 5 = 340 kg
luggage and cargo being loaded on
(750 lbs).
the vehicle. That weight may not Example 1
3. Available Cargo Weight = 113 kg
safely exceed the available cargo and
luggage load capacity calculated in (250 lbs).
1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for
Step 4. Example 1 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs).
6. If your vehicle will be towing a 2. Subtract Occupant Weight @
trailer, load from your trailer will be 68 kg (150 lbs) × 2 = 136 kg
transferred to your vehicle. Consult (300 lbs).
this manual to determine how this 3. Available Occupant and Cargo
Weight = 317 kg (700 lbs).
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Certification Label
{ Warning
Things inside the vehicle can strike
and injure people in a sudden stop or
turn, or in a crash.
. Put things in the cargo area of the
vehicle. In the cargo area, put
them as far forward as possible.
Try to spread the weight evenly.
. Never stack heavier things, like
suitcases, inside the vehicle so
Example 3 that some of them are above the
Label Example tops of the seats.
1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for
A vehicle-specific Certification label is . Do not leave an unsecured child
Example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs).
2. Subtract Occupant Weight @ 91 kg attached to the vehicle's center pillar restraint in the vehicle.
(200 lbs) × 5 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs). (B-pillar). The label may show the gross . Secure loose items in the vehicle.
3. Available Cargo Weight = weight capacity of the vehicle, called . Do not leave a seat folded down
0 kg (0 lbs). the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating unless needed.
(GVWR). The GVWR includes the weight
Refer to the vehicle's Tire and Loading of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel, and
Information label for specific cargo.
information about the vehicle's capacity
weight and seating positions. The
combined weight of the driver,
passengers, and cargo should never
exceed the vehicle's capacity weight.
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Starting and Operating Ignition Positions Stopping the Engine/LOCK/OFF (No Indicator
Lights) : When the vehicle is stopped, press
New Vehicle Break-In ENGINE START/STOP once to turn the
engine off.
Caution If the vehicle is in P (Park), the ignition will
The vehicle does not need an elaborate turn off, and Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
break-in. But it will perform better in the will remain active. See Retained Accessory
long run if you follow these guidelines: Power (RAP) 0 186.
. Do not drive at any one constant If the vehicle is not in P (Park), the ignition
speed, fast or slow, for the first will return to ACC/ACCESSORY and display
800 km (500 mi). Do not make the message SHIFT TO PARK in the Driver
full-throttle starts. Avoid downshifting Information Center (DIC). When the vehicle is
to brake or slow the vehicle. shifted into P (Park), the ignition will
turn off.
. Avoid making hard stops for the first The vehicle has an electronic keyless ignition
300 km (200 mi) or so. During this with pushbutton start. Do not turn the engine off when the vehicle
time the new brake linings are not yet is moving. This will cause a loss of power
The RKE transmitter must be in the vehicle assist in the brake and steering systems and
broken in. Hard stops with new linings
can mean premature wear and earlier for the system to operate. If the pushbutton disable the airbags.
replacement. Follow this breaking-in start is not working, the vehicle may be
near a strong radio antenna signal causing If the vehicle must be shut off in an
guideline every time you get new emergency:
brake linings. interference to the Keyless Access system.
See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System 1. Brake using a firm and steady pressure.
Following break-in, engine speed and load Operation 0 7. Do not pump the brakes repeatedly. This
can be gradually increased. may deplete power assist, requiring
To shift out of P (Park), the ignition must be
increased brake pedal force.
on or in Service Mode, and the brake pedal
must be applied.
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2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral). This can With the ignition off, pressing the button The engine will not start in Service Mode.
be done while the vehicle is moving. one time without the brake pedal applied Press the button again to turn the
After shifting to N (Neutral), firmly apply will place the ignition system in ACC/ vehicle off.
the brakes and steer the vehicle to a ACCESSORY.
safe location. The ignition will switch from ACC/
Starting the Engine
3. Come to a complete stop, shift to ACCESSORY to off after five minutes to Move the shift lever to P (Park) or
P (Park), and turn the ignition off. The prevent battery run down. N (Neutral). The engine will not start in any
shift lever must be in P (Park) to turn the other position. To restart the engine when
ignition off. ON/RUN/START (Green Indicator Light) : This
the vehicle is already moving, use
mode is for driving and starting. With the
4. Set the parking brake. See Electric N (Neutral) only.
ignition off, and the brake pedal applied,
Parking Brake 0 192. pressing the button once will turn the Caution
ignition on. Once engine cranking begins,
{ Warning release the button. Engine cranking will Do not try to shift to P (Park) if the
continue until the engine starts. See Starting vehicle is moving. If you do, you could
Turning off the vehicle while moving may
the Engine 0 183. The ignition will then damage the transmission. Shift to P (Park)
cause loss of power assist in the brake
remain on. only when the vehicle is stopped.
and steering systems and disable the
airbags. While driving, only shut the Service Mode
vehicle off in an emergency. This power mode is available for service and Caution
diagnostics, and to verify the proper If you add electrical parts or accessories,
If the vehicle cannot be pulled over and
operation of the malfunction indicator lamp you could change the way the engine
must be shut off while driving, press and
as may be required for emission inspection operates. Any resulting damage would
hold ENGINE START/STOP for longer than
purposes. With the vehicle off, and the not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
two seconds, or press twice in five seconds.
brake pedal not applied, pressing and See Add-On Electrical Equipment 0 226.
ACC/ACCESSORY (Amber Indicator Light) : holding the button for more than
This mode allows you to use some electrical five seconds will place the vehicle in Service
accessories when the engine is off. Mode. The instruments and audio systems
will operate as they do with the ignition on,
but the vehicle will not be able to be driven.
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Starting Procedure 2. If the engine does not start after five to
1. With the Keyless Access system, the RKE 10 seconds, especially in very cold { Warning
transmitter must be in the vehicle. Press weather (below −18 °C or 0 °F), it could The automatic engine Stop/Start feature
ENGINE START/STOP with the brake pedal be flooded with too much gasoline. Try causes the engine to shut off while the
applied. When the engine begins pushing the accelerator pedal all the way vehicle is still on. Do not exit the vehicle
cranking, let go of the button. to the floor and holding it there as you before shifting to P (Park). The vehicle
hold ENGINE START/STOP, for up to a may restart and move unexpectedly.
The idle speed will go down as the maximum of 15 seconds. Wait at least
engine gets warm. Do not race the Always shift to P (Park), and then turn
15 seconds between each try, to allow
engine immediately after starting it. the ignition off before exiting the vehicle.
the cranking motor to cool down. When
If the RKE transmitter is not in the the engine starts, let go of the button
vehicle, if there is interference, or if the Auto Engine Stop/Start
and the accelerator. If the vehicle starts
RKE transmitter battery is low, the Driver briefly but then stops again, do the When the brakes are applied and the vehicle
Information Center (DIC) will display a same thing. This clears the extra gasoline is at a complete stop, the engine may turn
message. See Driver Information Center from the engine. Do not race the engine off. When stopped, the tachometer displays
(DIC) (Base Level) 0 94 or immediately after starting it. Operate AUTO STOP. See Tachometer 0 83. When the
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) the engine and transmission gently until brake pedal is released or the accelerator
0 96 and the oil warms up and lubricates all pedal is pressed, the engine will restart.
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System moving parts. To maintain vehicle performance, other
Operation 0 7. conditions may cause the engine to
Stop/Start System automatically restart before the brake pedal
Caution
If equipped, the Stop/Start system will shut is released.
Cranking the engine for long periods of off the engine to help conserve fuel. It has
time, by trying to start the engine Auto Stops may not occur and/or auto
components designed for the increased restarts may occur because:
immediately after cranking has ended, number of starts.
can overheat and damage the cranking . The climate control settings require the
motor, and drain the battery. Wait at engine to be running to cool or heat the
least 15 seconds between each try, to let vehicle interior.
the cranking motor cool down. . The vehicle battery charge is low.
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. The vehicle battery has recently been Auto Stop Disable Switch in the plug end of the cord will prevent
disconnected. engine heater operation at temperatures
. Minimum vehicle speed has not been above −18 °C (0 °F).
reached since the last Auto Stop.
To Use the Engine Heater
. The accelerator pedal is pressed.
1. Turn off the engine.
. The engine or transmission is not at the
required operating temperature. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the
.
electrical cord.
The outside temperature is not in the
required operating range.
. The vehicle transmission is shifted out of
D (Drive) to any gear other than P (Park).
. Tow/Haul Mode or other driver modes
have been selected.
. The vehicle is on a steep hill or grade. The automatic engine Stop/Start feature can
. The driver door has been opened or driver be disabled and enabled by pressing the
seat belt has been unbuckled. switch with the h symbol. Auto Stop is
. The hood has been opened. enabled each time you start the vehicle.
. The Auto Stop has reached the maximum When the indicator light is illuminated, the
allowed time. system is enabled.

Engine Heater The electrical cord is on the passenger

side of the engine compartment,
The engine heater, if available, can help in between the fender and the air cleaner.
cold weather conditions at or below −18 ° 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt
C (0 °F) for easier starting and better fuel AC outlet.
economy during engine warm-up. Plug in
the engine heater at least four hours before
starting the vehicle. An internal thermostat
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. Power Windows (during RAP this
{ Warning functionality will be lost when any door Warning (Continued)
Plugging the cord into an ungrounded is opened) It is dangerous to get out of the vehicle
outlet could cause an electrical shock. . Sunroof (during RAP this functionality will if the shift lever is not fully in P (Park)
Also, the wrong kind of extension cord be lost when any door is opened) with the parking brake firmly set. The
could overheat and cause a fire. You . Auxiliary Power Outlet vehicle can roll.
could be seriously injured. Plug the cord . Audio System Do not leave the vehicle when the engine
into a properly grounded three-prong . OnStar System is running. If you have left the engine
110-volt AC outlet. If the cord will not running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong Shifting Into Park You or others could be injured. To be
extension cord rated for at least 15 amps. 1. Hold the brake pedal down and set the sure the vehicle will not move, even
parking brake. See Electric Parking Brake when you are on fairly level ground,
4. Before starting the engine, be sure to 0 192.
unplug and store the cord as it was always set the parking brake and move
before to keep it away from moving 2. Move the shift lever into P (Park) by the shift lever to P (Park). See Shifting
engine parts. holding in the button on the shift lever Into Park 0 186. If you are towing a
and pushing the shift lever all the way trailer, see Driving Characteristics and
The length of time the heater should remain toward the front of the vehicle. Towing Tips 0 221.
plugged in depends on several factors. Ask a
3. Turn the ignition off.
dealer in the area where you will be parking If you have to leave the vehicle with the
the vehicle for the best advice on this. Leaving the Vehicle with the Engine engine running, be sure the vehicle is in
Running P (Park) and the parking brake is set before
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) you leave it. After you have moved the shift
When the ignition is turned from on to off, { Warning lever into P (Park), hold the regular brake
the following features (if equipped) will It can be dangerous to leave the vehicle pedal down. Then, see if you can move the
continue to function for up to 10 minutes, shift lever away from P (Park) without first
with the engine running. It could
or until the driver door is opened. These pressing the button.
features will also work when the ignition is overheat and catch fire.
(Continued) If you can, it means that the shift lever was
in RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY: not fully locked in P (Park).
. Infotainment System
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Torque Lock If the vehicle has an uncharged battery or a Parking over Things That Burn
battery with low voltage, try charging or
Torque lock is when the weight of the
jump starting the battery. See Jump Starting
vehicle puts too much force on the parking
- North America 0 290 for more information.
{ Warning
pawl in the transmission. This happens when Things that can burn could touch hot
parking on a hill and shifting the To shift out of P (Park): exhaust parts under the vehicle and
transmission into P (Park) is not done 1. Apply the brake pedal. ignite. Do not park over papers, leaves,
properly and then it is difficult to shift out
2. Release the parking brake. See Electric dry grass, or other things that can burn.
of P (Park). To prevent torque lock, set the
Parking Brake 0 192.
parking brake and then shift into P (Park). To
find out how, see “Shifting Into Park” listed 3. Press the shift lever button. Extended Parking
previously. 4. Move the shift lever. It is best not to park with the vehicle
If torque lock does occur, your vehicle may If unable to shift out of P (Park): running. If the vehicle is left running, be
need to be pushed uphill by another vehicle sure it will not move and there is adequate
1. Fully release the shift lever button. ventilation.
to relieve the parking pawl pressure, so you
can shift out of P (Park). 2. While holding down the brake pedal,
press the shift lever button again. See Shifting Into Park 0 186 and
Engine Exhaust 0 188.
Shifting out of Park 3. Move the shift lever.
If the vehicle is left parked and running with
This vehicle is equipped with an electronic This vehicle may have the Buckle to Drive the RKE transmitter outside the vehicle, it
shift lock release system. The shift lock feature, which may prevent the vehicle from will continue to run for up to half an hour.
release is designed to prevent movement of shifting out of P (Park). See Buckle To Drive
the shift lever out of P (Park), unless the 0 39. If the vehicle is left parked and running with
ignition is on and the brake pedal is applied. the RKE transmitter inside the vehicle, it will
If the shift lever will not move from P (Park), continue to run for up to an hour.
The shift lock release is always functional consult your dealer or a professional towing
except in the case of an uncharged or low service. The vehicle could turn off sooner if it is
voltage (less than 9 volt) battery. parked on a hill, due to lack of
available fuel.
The timer will reset if the vehicle is taken
out of P (Park) while it is running.
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Engine Exhaust Warning (Continued) Automatic Transmission
If unusual fumes are detected or if it is
{ Warning suspected that exhaust is coming into the
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide vehicle:
(CO), which cannot be seen or smelled.
. Drive it only with the windows
Exposure to CO can cause
completely down.
unconsciousness and even death.
. Have the vehicle repaired immediately.
Exhaust may enter the vehicle if:
Never park the vehicle with the engine
. The vehicle idles in areas with poor
running in an enclosed area such as a
ventilation (parking garages, tunnels,
garage or a building that has no fresh air
deep snow that may block underbody
airflow or tail pipes). ventilation.
. The exhaust smells or sounds strange Running the Vehicle While Parked P : This position locks the drive wheels. Use
or different. P (Park) when starting the engine because
. The exhaust system leaks due to It is better not to park with the engine the vehicle cannot move easily.
corrosion or damage. running.
. The vehicle exhaust system has been If the vehicle is left with the engine running, { Warning
modified, damaged, or improperly follow the proper steps to be sure the
It is dangerous to get out of the vehicle
repaired. vehicle will not move. See Shifting Into Park
if the shift lever is not fully in P (Park)
0 186 and
. There are holes or openings in the Engine Exhaust 0 188. with the parking brake firmly set. The
vehicle body from damage or vehicle can roll.
aftermarket modifications that are not If parking on a hill and pulling a trailer, see
Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips Do not leave the vehicle when the engine
completely sealed.
0 221. is running. If you have left the engine
(Continued)
running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
You or others could be injured. To be
(Continued)
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Warning (Continued) Caution Caution
sure the vehicle will not move, even Shifting to R (Reverse) while the vehicle is Shifting out of P (Park) or N (Neutral) with
when you are on fairly level ground, moving forward could damage the the engine running at high speed may
always set the parking brake and move transmission. The repairs would not be damage the transmission. The repairs
the shift lever to P (Park). See Shifting covered by the vehicle warranty. Shift to would not be covered by the vehicle
Into Park 0 186 and R (Reverse) only after the vehicle is warranty. Be sure the engine is not
Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips stopped. running at high speed when shifting the
0 221. vehicle.
To rock the vehicle back and forth to get
Make sure the shift lever is fully in P (Park) out of snow, ice, or sand without damaging
before starting the engine. The vehicle has the transmission, see If the Vehicle Is Stuck Caution
an automatic transmission shift lock control 0 178. A transmission hot message may display
system. With the ignition on, fully apply the N : In this position, the engine does not if the automatic transmission fluid is too
regular brake, then press the button on the connect with the wheels. To restart the hot. Driving under this condition can
shift lever before shifting from P (Park). engine when the vehicle is already moving, damage the vehicle. Stop and idle the
If you cannot shift out of P (Park), ease use N (Neutral) only. engine to cool the automatic
pressure on the shift lever, then push the transmission fluid. This message clears
shift lever all the way into P (Park) as you { Warning when the transmission fluid has cooled
maintain brake application. Then press the sufficiently.
shift lever button and move the shift lever Shifting into a drive gear while the
into another gear. See Shifting out of Park engine is running at high speed is
dangerous. Unless your foot is firmly on D : This position is for normal driving.
0 187. If more power is needed for passing, press
the brake pedal, the vehicle could move
R : Use this gear to back up. the accelerator pedal down.
very rapidly. You could lose control and
hit people or objects. Do not shift into a Caution
drive gear while the engine is running at
If the vehicle does not shift gears, the
high speed.
transmission could be damaged. Have the
vehicle serviced right away.
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If the vehicle is stopped on a hill, with your trailer. The vehicle has an electronic shift highest gear available for this
foot off the brake pedal, the vehicle may position indicator within the instrument pre-determined range is displayed next to
roll. This is normal and is due to the torque cluster. When using the ERS mode a number the L in the DIC. See Driver Information
converter designed to improve fuel economy will display next to the L, indicating the Center (DIC) (Base Level) 0 94 or
and performance. Use the brake to hold the highest gear available for the range selected. Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel)
vehicle on a hill. Do not use the accelerator 0 96. The number displayed in the DIC is
pedal. the highest gear that the transmission will
L : This position gives you access to gear be allowed to operate in. This means that
ranges. This provides more engine braking all gears below that number are available.
but lower fuel economy than D (Drive). You For example, when 4 (Fourth) is shown next
can use it on very steep hills, or in deep to the L, 1 (First) through 4 (Fourth) gears
snow or mud. See Manual Mode 0 190. are automatically shifted by the vehicle. The
transmission will not shift into 5 (Fifth) until
Operating Modes : The transmission may the + (Plus) button is used or you shift back
operate in a lower gear than normal to into D (Drive).
improve vehicle performance. The engine
speed may be higher and there may be an While in L (Low), the transmission will
increase in noise during the following prevent shifting to a lower gear range if the
conditions: engine speed is too high. You have a brief
To use this feature: period of time to slow the vehicle. If vehicle
. When climbing a grade
1. Press the shift lever button and move speed is not reduced within the time
. When driving downhill the shift lever to L (Low). allowed, the lower gear range shift will not
. When driving in hot temperatures, or at
2. Press + (Plus) or − (Minus) on the shift be completed. You must further slow the
high altitude lever to increase or decrease the gear vehicle, then press − (Minus) to the desired
range available. lower gear range.
Manual Mode
When you shift from D (Drive) to L (Low),
Electronic Range Select (ERS) Mode the transmission will shift to a
ERS mode allows you to choose the top-gear pre-determined lower gear range. The
limit of the transmission and the vehicle's
speed while driving downhill or towing a
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Brakes Using ABS 3. The brake system warning light will
come on, if the ignition is on. See Brake
Do not pump the brakes. Just hold the brake
Antilock Brake System (ABS) System Warning Light 0 88.
pedal down firmly. Hearing or feeling ABS
The Antilock Brake System (ABS) helps operate is normal. If you are towing a trailer and parking on a
prevent a braking skid and maintain steering hill, see Driving Characteristics and Towing
Braking in Emergencies Tips 0 221.
while braking hard.
ABS allows steering and braking at the same To release the parking brake:
ABS performs a system check when the time. In many emergencies, steering can
vehicle is first driven. A momentary motor 1. Hold the regular brake pedal down.
help even more than braking.
or clicking noise may be heard while this 2. Push down firmly on the parking brake
test is going on, and the brake pedal may Parking Brake pedal to release the parking brake.
move slightly. This is normal. 3. Slowly raise the parking brake pedal.
4. The brake system warning light will turn
off, if the ignition is on.

Caution
Driving with the parking brake on can
overheat the brake system and cause
If there is a problem with ABS, this warning premature wear or damage to brake
light stays on. See Antilock Brake System system parts. Make sure that the parking
(ABS) Warning Light 0 89. brake is fully released and the brake
ABS does not change the time needed to warning light is off before driving.
get a foot on the brake pedal and does not
always decrease stopping distance. If you To set the manual parking brake, Driving with the parking brake applied will
get too close to the vehicle ahead, there will if equipped: cause a warning chime to sound and a
not be enough time to apply the brakes if Driver Information Center (DIC) message
1. Hold the regular brake pedal down. may display. Release the parking brake or
that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always
leave enough room ahead to stop, even 2. Firmly push the parking brake stop the vehicle.
with ABS. pedal down.
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Electric Parking Brake Before leaving the vehicle, check the red If the EPB is applied while the vehicle is
parking brake status light to ensure that the moving, the vehicle will decelerate as long
parking brake is applied. as the switch is pulled. If the switch is
pulled until the vehicle comes to a stop, the
EPB Apply EPB will remain applied.
To apply the EPB: The vehicle may automatically apply the EPB
1. Be sure the vehicle is at a complete stop. in some situations when the vehicle is not
2. Pull the EPB switch momentarily. moving. This is normal, and is done to
periodically check the correct operation of
The red parking brake status light will flash the EPB system, or at the request of other
and then stay on once the EPB is fully safety functions that utilize the EPB.
applied. If the red parking brake status light
flashes continuously, the EPB is only If the EPB fails to apply, block the rear
partially applied or there is a problem with wheels to prevent vehicle movement.
the EPB. A DIC message will display. Release EPB Release
If equipped, the Electric Parking Brake (EPB)
the EPB and try to apply it again. If the
can always be applied, even if the vehicle is To release the EPB:
light does not come on, or keeps flashing,
off. In case of insufficient electrical power,
have the vehicle serviced. Do not drive the 1. Turn the ignition on or to ACC/
the EPB cannot be applied or released. To
vehicle if the red parking brake status light ACCESSORY.
prevent draining the battery, avoid
is flashing. See your dealer. 2. Apply and hold the brake pedal.
unnecessary repeated cycles of the EPB.
If the amber service parking brake warning 3. Press the EPB switch momentarily.
The system has a red parking brake status
light is on, pull the EPB switch. Continue to
light and an amber service parking brake The EPB is released when the red parking
hold the switch until the red parking brake
warning light. See Electric Parking Brake brake status light is off.
status light remains on. If the amber service
Light 0 89 and
parking brake warning light is on, see your If the amber service parking brake warning
Service Electric Parking Brake Light 0 89.
dealer. light is on, release the EPB by pressing and
There are also parking brake-related Driver
Information Center (DIC) messages. holding the EPB switch. Continue to hold the
switch until the red parking brake status
light is off. If either light stays on after
release is attempted, see your dealer.
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apply the brake pedal as the driving HSA is available when the vehicle is facing
Caution situation dictates. Brake Assist disengages uphill in a forward gear, or when facing
Driving with the parking brake on can when the brake pedal is released. downhill in R (Reverse). The vehicle must
overheat the brake system and cause come to a complete stop on a grade for HSA
premature wear or damage to brake Hill Start Assist (HSA) to activate.
system parts. Make sure that the parking
brake is fully released and the brake { Warning Ride Control Systems
warning light is off before driving. Do not rely on the HSA feature. HSA does
not replace the need to pay attention Traction Control/Electronic
If you are towing a trailer and parking on a
hill, see Driving Characteristics and Towing
and drive safely. You may not hear or Stability Control
feel alerts or warnings provided by this
Tips 0 221. System Operation
system. Failure to use proper care when
Automatic EPB Release driving may result in injury, death, The vehicle has a Traction Control System
The EPB will automatically release if the or vehicle damage. See Defensive Driving (TCS) and StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability
vehicle is running, placed into gear, and an 0 173. Control (ESC). These systems help limit
attempt is made to drive away. Avoid rapid wheel slip and assist the driver in
acceleration when the EPB is applied, to When the vehicle is stopped on a grade, Hill maintaining control, especially on slippery
preserve parking brake lining life. Start Assist (HSA) prevents the vehicle from road conditions.
rolling in an unintended direction during the
TCS activates if it senses that any of the
Brake Assist transition from brake pedal release to
drive wheels are spinning or beginning to
accelerator pedal apply. The brakes release
Brake Assist detects rapid brake pedal lose traction. When this happens, TCS
when the accelerator pedal is applied. If the
applications due to emergency braking applies the brakes to the spinning wheels
accelerator pedal is not applied within a few
situations and provides additional braking to and reduces engine power to limit
minutes, the Electric Parking Brake will
activate the Antilock Brake System (ABS) if wheel spin.
apply. The brakes may also release under
the brake pedal is not pushed hard enough other conditions. Do not rely on HSA to hold StabiliTrak/ESC activates when the vehicle
to activate ABS normally. Minor noise, brake the vehicle. senses a difference between the intended
pedal pulsation, and/or pedal movement path and the direction the vehicle is actually
during this time may occur. Continue to traveling. StabiliTrak/ESC selectively applies
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braking pressure to any one of the vehicle The indicator light for both systems is in the Turning the Systems Off and On
wheel brakes to assist the driver in keeping instrument cluster. This light will:
the vehicle on the intended path. . Flash when TCS is limiting wheel spin.
If cruise control is being used and traction . Flash when StabiliTrak/ESC is activated.
control or StabiliTrak/ESC begins to limit . Turn on and stay on when either system
wheel spin, cruise control will disengage. is not working.
Cruise control may be turned back on when
road conditions allow. If either system fails to turn on or to
activate, a message displays in the Driver
Both systems come on automatically when Information Center (DIC), and d comes on
the vehicle is started and begins to move. and stays on to indicate that the system is
The systems may be heard or felt while inactive and is not assisting the driver in
they are operating or while performing maintaining control. The vehicle is safe to
diagnostic checks. This is normal and does drive, but driving should be adjusted
not mean there is a problem with the accordingly.
vehicle. Caution
If d comes on and stays on: Do not repeatedly brake or accelerate
It is recommended to leave both systems on
for normal driving conditions, but it may be 1. Stop the vehicle. heavily when TCS is off. The vehicle
necessary to turn TCS off if the vehicle gets 2. Turn the engine off and wait 15 seconds. driveline could be damaged.
stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. See If the 3. Start the engine.
Vehicle Is Stuck 0 178 and “Turning the To turn off only TCS, press and release g.
Systems Off and On” later in this section. Drive the vehicle. If d comes on and stays The traction off light i displays in the
on, the vehicle may need more time to instrument cluster.
diagnose the problem. If the condition
persists, see your dealer. To turn TCS on again, press and release g.
The traction off light i displayed in the
instrument cluster will turn off.
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To turn off both TCS and StabiliTrak/ESC,
Warning (Continued)
press and hold g until the traction off light
i and StabiliTrak/ESC OFF light g come on Cruise control can be dangerous on
and stay on in the instrument cluster. slippery roads. On such roads, fast
changes in tire traction can cause
To turn TCS and StabiliTrak/ESC on again,
excessive wheel slip, and you could lose
press and release g. The traction off light control. Do not use cruise control on
i and StabiliTrak/ESC OFF light g in the slippery roads.
instrument cluster turn off.
Adding accessories can affect the vehicle With the Traction Control System (TCS) or
performance. See Accessories and StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability Control (ESC),
Modifications 0 229. the system may begin to limit wheel spin
while you are using cruise control. If this
happens, cruise control will automatically
5 : Press to turn the cruise control system
Cruise Control disengage. See Traction Control/Electronic
on and off. A white indicator comes on in
the instrument cluster when cruise is
Cruise control lets the vehicle maintain a Stability Control 0 193. If a collision alert
turned on.
speed of about 40 km/h (25 mph) or more occurs when cruise control is activated,
without keeping your foot on the cruise control is disengaged. See Forward * : Press to disengage cruise control
accelerator. Cruise control does not work at Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 209. When without erasing the set speed from memory.
speeds below 40 km/h (25 mph). road conditions allow you to safely use it
+RES : If there is a set speed in memory,
again, cruise control can be turned back on.
press to resume that speed or press and
{ Warning Cruise control will disengage if either TCS or hold to accelerate. If cruise control is already
Cruise control can be dangerous where StabiliTrak/ESC is turned off. active, use to increase vehicle speed.
you cannot drive safely at a steady If the brakes are applied, cruise control −SET : Press briefly to set the speed and
speed. Do not use cruise control on disengages. activate cruise control. If cruise control is
winding roads or in heavy traffic. already active, use to decrease vehicle
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Setting Cruise Control Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control The speedometer reading can be displayed
If the cruise control system is already in either English or metric units. See Driver
If 5 is on when not in use, -SET or +RES Information Center (DIC) (Base Level) 0 94 or
could get bumped and go into cruise when activated:
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel)
not desired. Keep 5 off when cruise is not . Press and hold +RES until the vehicle
0 96. The increment value used depends on
being used. accelerates to the desired speed, then the units displayed.
release it.
To set a speed: Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise
. To increase the speed in small increments,
1. Press 5 to turn the cruise system on. briefly press +RES. For each press, the Control
2. Get up to the desired speed. vehicle goes about 1 km/h (1 mph) faster. Use the accelerator pedal to increase the
The speedometer reading can be displayed vehicle speed. When you take your foot off
3. Press and release -SET. The desired set
in either English or metric units. See Driver the pedal, the vehicle will slow down to the
speed briefly appears in the instrument
Information Center (DIC) (Base Level) 0 94 or previous set cruise speed. While pressing the
cluster.
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) accelerator pedal or shortly following the
4. Remove your foot from the accelerator release to override cruise control, briefly
pedal. 0 96. The increment value used depends on
the units displayed. pressing -SET will result in cruise control set
The cruise control indicator on the to the current vehicle speed.
instrument cluster turns green after cruise Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control
Using Cruise Control on Hills
control has been set to the desired speed. If the cruise control system is already
See Instrument Cluster 0 80. activated: How well the cruise control works on hills
depends upon the vehicle speed, load, and
Resuming a Set Speed . Press and hold -SET until the desired
the steepness of the hills. When going up
lower speed is reached, then release it. steep hills, you might have to step on the
If cruise control is set at a desired speed
. To slow down in small increments, briefly accelerator pedal to maintain the vehicle
and then the brakes are applied, cruise
control is disengaged without erasing the press -SET. For each press, the vehicle speed. When going downhill, you might
set speed from memory. goes about 1 km/h (1 mph) slower. have to brake or shift to a lower gear to
keep your speed down. If the brake pedal is
Once the vehicle speed reaches about applied, cruise control will disengage.
40 km/h (25 mph) or more, briefly press
+RES. The vehicle returns to the previous set
speed.
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Ending Cruise Control If a vehicle is detected in your path, ACC can
apply acceleration or limited, moderate Warning (Continued)
There are four ways to end cruise control:
braking to maintain the selected following when vehicles suddenly slow or stop
. Step lightly on the brake pedal.
gap. To disengage ACC, apply the brake. ahead, or enter your lane. Also see
. Press *. If ACC is controlling your vehicle speed “Alerting the Driver” in this section.
. Shift the transmission to N (Neutral). when the Traction Control System (TCS) or Complete attention is always required
StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability Control (ESC) while driving and you should be ready to
. Press 5 to turn cruise control system off
system activates, the ACC may automatically take action and apply the brakes. See
completely. disengage. See Traction Control/Electronic
Defensive Driving 0 173.
Erasing Speed Memory Stability Control 0 193. When road
conditions allow ACC to be safely used, the
The cruise control set speed is erased from
ACC can be turned back on.
memory if 5 is pressed or if the vehicle is { Warning
turned off. Disabling the TCS or StabiliTrak/ESC system
ACC will not detect or brake for children,
will disengage and prevent engagement
pedestrians, animals, or other objects.
Adaptive Cruise Control of ACC.
(Advanced) ACC can reduce the need for you to Do not use ACC when:
frequently brake and accelerate, especially . On winding and hilly roads or when
If equipped with Adaptive Cruise Control
when used on expressways, freeways, and the sensors are blocked by snow, ice,
(ACC), it allows you to select the cruise
interstate highways. When used on other or dirt. The system may not detect a
control set speed and following gap. Read
roads, you may need to take over the vehicle ahead. Keep the entire front of
this entire section before using this system.
control of braking or acceleration more the vehicle clean.
The following gap is the following time
often. . Visibility is low, such as in fog, rain,
between your vehicle and a vehicle detected
directly ahead in your path moving in the or snow conditions. ACC performance
same direction. If no vehicle is detected in { Warning is limited under these conditions.
your path, ACC works like regular cruise ACC has limited braking ability and may . On slippery roads where fast changes
control. ACC uses camera and radar sensors. not have time to slow the vehicle down in tire traction can cause excessive
See Radio Frequency Statement 0 328. enough to avoid a collision with another wheel slip.
vehicle you are following. This can occur
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* : Press briefly to set the speed and green J indicator will be lit on the
activate ACC or to decrease vehicle speed if instrument cluster; the following gap will
ACC is already activated. To decrease speed not display.
by about 1 km/h (1 mph), press SET– briefly.
When the vehicle is turned on, the cruise
To decrease speed to the next 5 km/h
control mode will be set to the last mode
(5 mph) mark on the speedometer, hold
used before the vehicle was turned off.
SET– .
[ : Press to select a following gap time { Warning
(or distance) setting for ACC of Far, Medium, Always check the cruise control indicator
or Near. on the instrument cluster to determine
Switching Between ACC and Regular Cruise which mode cruise control is in before
Control using the feature. If ACC is not active, the
5 : Press to turn the system on or off. vehicle will not automatically brake for
A white cruise control indicator comes on in To switch between ACC and regular cruise
the instrument cluster. control, press and hold *. A Driver other vehicles, which could cause a crash
Information Display (DIC) message displays. if the brakes are not applied manually.
+RES : Press briefly to resume the previous You and others could be seriously injured
See Vehicle Messages 0 99.
set speed or to increase vehicle speed if ACC or killed.
is already activated. To increase speed by
about 1 km/h (1 mph), press RES+ briefly. To Setting Adaptive Cruise Control
increase speed to the next 5 km/h (5 mph)
mark on the speedometer, hold RES+. If ACC is on when not in use, 5 could get
pressed and cruise control could become
−SET : Press briefly to set the speed and
active when not desired. Keep the cruise
activate ACC or to decrease vehicle speed if ACC Indicator Regular Cruise Control control off when cruise is not being used.
ACC is already activated. To decrease speed Indicator
by about 1 km/h (1 mph), press SET– briefly. Select the set speed desired for cruise. This
To decrease speed to the next 5 km/h is the vehicle speed when no vehicle is
(5 mph) mark on the speedometer, hold When ACC is engaged, a green ] indicator detected in its path.
SET– . will be lit on the instrument cluster. When
the regular cruise control is engaged, a
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ACC will not set at a speed less than Resuming a Set Speed . Use the accelerator to get to the higher
25 km/h (15 mph), although it can be speed. Press -SET. Release the control and
If the ACC is set at a desired speed and then
resumed when driving at lower speeds. The the accelerator pedal. The vehicle will
the brakes are applied, the ACC is
minimum allowable set speed is 25 km/h now cruise at the higher speed.
disengaged without erasing the set speed
(15 mph). from memory. When the accelerator pedal is pressed,
To set ACC: ACC will not brake because it is
To begin using ACC again, press RES+ briefly overridden. The ACC indicator on the
1. Press 5. while moving more than 5 km/h (3 mph). instrument panel will turn blue.
2. Get up to the desired speed. The vehicle returns to the previous set
. Press and hold +RES until the desired set
speed.
3. Press and release -SET. speed appears on the display, then
A green ACC indicator and the set speed release it.
4. Remove your foot from the accelerator.
display on the instrument cluster. The . To increase vehicle speed in small
After ACC is set, it may immediately apply vehicle ahead indicator may be flashing if a increments, briefly press +RES. For each
the brakes if a vehicle ahead is detected vehicle ahead was present and moved. See press, the vehicle goes 1 km/h (1 mph)
closer than the selected following gap. “Approaching and Following a Vehicle” later faster.
in this section.
. To increase vehicle speed in larger
Once ACC has resumed, the vehicle speed increments, briefly press and hold +RES.
will increase to the set speed under the For each press, the vehicle goes 5 km/h
following conditions: (5 mph) faster.
. There is no vehicle ahead.
When it is determined that there is no
. The vehicle ahead is beyond the selected vehicle ahead inside the selected following
The ACC indicator displays in the instrument following gap. gap, then the vehicle speed will increase to
cluster. When ACC is turned on, the . The vehicle speed is not being limited the set speed.
indicator will be lit white. When the ACC is because of a sharp turn. Reducing Speed While ACC is at a Set Speed
active, the indicator turns green.
Increasing Speed While ACC is at a Set Speed If ACC is already activated, do one of the
Be mindful of speed limits, surrounding
If ACC is already activated, do one of the following:
traffic speeds, and weather conditions when
selecting the set speed. following:
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. Use the brake to get to the desired lower Since each gap setting corresponds to a When this condition occurs, a series of red
speed. Release the brake and press -SET. following time (Far, Medium, or Near), the lights will flash on the windshield and eight
The vehicle will now cruise at the lower following distance will vary based on vehicle beeps will sound from the front.
speed. speed. The faster the vehicle speed, the See Defensive Driving 0 173.
. Press and hold -SET until the desired further back your vehicle will follow a
lower speed is reached, then release it. vehicle detected ahead. Consider traffic and Approaching and Following a Vehicle
. To decrease the vehicle speed in smaller weather conditions when selecting the
increments, press -SET down briefly. For following gap. The range of selectable gaps
each press, the vehicle goes about 1 km/h may not be appropriate for all drivers and
(1 mph) slower. driving conditions.
. To decrease vehicle speed in larger Changing the gap setting automatically
increments, briefly press and hold -SET. changes the alert timing sensitivity (Far,
For each press, the vehicle goes 5 km/h Medium, or Near) for the Forward Collision The vehicle ahead indicator is in the
(5 mph) slower. Alert (FCA) feature. See Forward Collision instrument cluster.
Alert (FCA) System 0 209.
Selecting the Follow Distance It only displays when a vehicle is detected
Alerting the Driver in your vehicle’s path moving in the same
When a slower moving vehicle is detected
ahead within the selected following gap, direction.
ACC will adjust the vehicle's speed and If this symbol is not displaying, ACC will not
attempt to maintain the follow distance gap respond to or brake to vehicles ahead.
selected.
ACC automatically slows the vehicle down
Press [ on the steering wheel to adjust and adjusts vehicle speed to follow the
the following gap. When pressed, the vehicle in front at the selected following
current gap setting displays briefly on the If ACC is engaged, driver action may be gap. The vehicle speed increases or
instrument cluster. Subsequent presses cycle required when ACC cannot apply sufficient decreases to follow the vehicle in front of
the gap button through three settings: Far, braking because of approaching a vehicle you, but will not exceed the set speed.
Medium, or Near. The gap setting will be too rapidly. It may apply limited braking, if necessary.
maintained until it is changed. When braking is active, the brake lamps will
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come on. The automatic braking may feel or . Objects that are close to the front of your Notification to Resume ACC
sound different than if the brakes were vehicle.
ACC will maintain a following gap behind a
applied manually. This is normal. ACC Automatically Disengages detected vehicle and slow your vehicle to a
Stationary or Very Slow-Moving Objects ACC may automatically disengage and the stop behind that vehicle.
driver will need to manually apply the If the stopped vehicle ahead has driven
{ Warning brakes to slow the vehicle if: away and ACC has not resumed, the vehicle
ACC may not detect and react to stopped . The sensors are blocked. ahead indicator will flash as a reminder to
or slow-moving vehicles ahead of you. For . The Traction Control System (TCS) or check traffic before proceeding. In addition,
example, the system may not brake for a StabiliTrak/ESC has activated or been three beeps will sound. See “Adaptive Cruise
vehicle it has never detected moving. This disabled. Go Notifier” in “Collision/Detection Systems”
can occur in stop-and-go traffic or when a under Vehicle Personalization 0 100.
. There is a fault in the system.
vehicle suddenly appears due to a vehicle . The radar falsely reports blockage when When the vehicle ahead drives away, press
ahead changing lanes. Your vehicle may driving in a desert or remote area with +RES or the accelerator pedal to resume
not stop and could cause a crash. Use no other vehicles or roadside objects. ACC. If stopped for more than two minutes
caution when using ACC. Your complete A DIC message may display to indicate or if the driver door is opened and the
attention is always required while driving that ACC is temporarily unavailable. driver seat belt is unbuckled, the ACC
and you should be ready to take action automatically applies the Electric Parking
The ACC indicator will turn white when ACC Brake (EPB) to hold the vehicle. The EPB
and apply the brakes. is no longer active. In some cases, when ACC status light will turn on. See Electric Parking
is temporarily unavailable, regular cruise Brake 0 192. To release the EPB, press the
Irregular Objects Affecting ACC
control may be used. See “Switching accelerator pedal.
ACC may have difficulty detecting the Between ACC and Regular Cruise Control” in
following objects: this section. Always consider driving A DIC warning message may display
. Vehicles with cargo extending from the conditions before using either cruise control indicating to shift to P (Park) before exiting
system. the vehicle. See Vehicle Messages 0 99.
back end.
. Non-standard shaped vehicles, such as
vehicle transport, vehicles with a side car
fitted, or horse carriages.
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{ Warning { Warning Warning (Continued)

If ACC has stopped the vehicle, and if ACC The ACC will not automatically apply the attention in curves and be ready to use
is disengaged, turned off, or canceled, the brakes if your foot is resting on the the brakes if necessary. Select an
vehicle will no longer be held at a stop. accelerator pedal. You could crash into a appropriate speed while driving in curves.
The vehicle can move. When ACC is vehicle ahead of you.
holding the vehicle at a stop, always be ACC may operate differently in a sharp
prepared to manually apply the brakes. Curves in the Road curve. It may reduce the vehicle speed if the
curve is too sharp. ACC automatically slows
{ Warning the vehicle down while navigating the curve
{ Warning On curves, ACC may not detect a vehicle
and may increase speed out of the curve,
but will not exceed the set speed.
Leaving the vehicle without placing it in ahead in your lane. You could be startled
P (Park) can be dangerous. Do not leave if the vehicle accelerates up to the set
the vehicle while it is being held at a speed, especially when following a vehicle
stop by ACC. Always place the vehicle in exiting or entering exit ramps. You could
P (Park) and turn off the ignition before lose control of the vehicle or crash. Do
leaving the vehicle. not use ACC while driving on an entrance
or exit ramp. Always be ready to use the
ACC Override brakes if necessary.
If using the accelerator pedal while ACC is
active, the ACC indicator turns blue on the
instrument cluster to indicate that automatic { Warning When following a vehicle and entering a
curve, ACC may not detect the vehicle ahead
braking will not occur. ACC will resume On curves, ACC may respond to a vehicle and accelerate to the set speed. When this
operation when the accelerator pedal is not in another lane, or may not have time to happens the vehicle ahead indicator will not
being pressed. react to a vehicle in your lane. You could appear.
crash into a vehicle ahead of you, or lose
control of your vehicle. Give extra
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ACC will not detect a vehicle ahead until it Do not use ACC when driving on steep hills
is completely in the lane. The brake may or when towing a trailer. ACC will not detect
need to be manually applied. a vehicle in the lane while driving on steep
Objects Not Directly in Front of Your Vehicle hills. The driver will often need to take over
acceleration and braking on steep hills,
The detection of objects in front of the especially when towing a trailer. If the
vehicle may not be possible if: brakes are applied, the ACC disengages.
. The vehicle or object ahead is not within
Ending ACC
your lane.
. The vehicle ahead is shifted, not centered, There are three ways to disengage ACC:
ACC may detect a vehicle that is not in your
lane and apply the brakes. or is shifted to one side of the lane. . Step lightly on the brake pedal.

Driving in Narrow Lanes . Press *.

ACC may occasionally provide an alert and/
or braking that is considered unnecessary. Vehicles in adjacent traffic lanes or roadside . Press 5.
It could respond to vehicles in different objects may be incorrectly detected when Erasing Speed Memory
lanes, signs, guardrails, and other stationary located along the roadway.
objects when entering or exiting a curve. The cruise control set speed is erased from
This is normal operation. The vehicle does Do Not Use ACC on Hills and When Towing a memory if 5 is pressed or if the ignition is
not need service. Trailer turned off.
Other Vehicle Lane Changes Weather Conditions Affecting ACC
System operation may be limited under
snow, heavy rain, or road spray conditions.
Accessory Installations and Vehicle
Modifications
Do not install or place any object around
the front camera windshield area that would
obstruct the front camera view.
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Do not install objects on top of the vehicle Driver Assistance Systems
that overhang and obstruct the front Warning (Continued)
camera, such as a canoe, kayak, or other This vehicle may have features that work . Work under poor visibility or bad
items that can be transported. together to help avoid crashes or reduce weather conditions.
crash damage while driving, backing, and . Work if the detection sensor is not
Do not modify the hood, headlamps, or fog
parking. Read this entire section before cleaned or is covered by ice, snow,
lamps, as this may limit the camera’s ability
using these systems. mud, or dirt.
to detect an object.
. Work if the detection sensor is
Cleaning the Sensing System { Warning covered up, such as with a sticker,
The camera sensor on the windshield ahead Do not rely on the Driver Assistance magnet, or metal plate.
of the rearview mirror and the radar sensors Systems. These systems do not replace
on the front of the vehicle can become . Work if the area surrounding the
the need for paying attention and driving
blocked by snow, ice, dirt, or mud. These detection sensor is damaged or not
safely. You may not hear or see alerts or properly repaired.
areas need to be cleaned for ACC to operate warnings provided by these systems.
properly. Complete attention is always required
Failure to use proper care when driving
If ACC will not operate, regular cruise control may result in injury, death, or vehicle while driving, and you should be ready to
may be available. See “Switching Between damage. See Defensive Driving 0 173. take action and apply the brakes and/or
ACC and Regular Cruise Control” in this steer the vehicle to avoid crashes.
section. Always consider driving conditions Under many conditions, these systems
before using either cruise control system. will not: Audible Alert
. Detect children, pedestrians, bicyclists, Some driver assistance features alert the
For cleaning instructions, see “Washing the
Vehicle” under Exterior Care 0 295. or animals. driver of obstacles by beeping. To change
. Detect vehicles or objects outside the the volume of the warning chime, see
System operation may also be limited under
area monitored by the system. “Comfort and Convenience” under Vehicle
snow, heavy rain, or road spray conditions.
. Work at all driving speeds. Personalization 0 100.
. Warn you or provide you with enough
time to avoid a crash.
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Cleaning Assistance Systems for Parking or
Depending on vehicle options, keep these Backing
areas of the vehicle clean to ensure the best
driver assistance feature performance. Driver If equipped, the Rear Vision Camera (RVC),
Information Center (DIC) messages may Front and Rear Park Assist (FRPA), Rear Cross
display when the systems are unavailable or Traffic Alert (RCTA), and Automatic Parking
blocked. Assist (APA) may help the driver park or
avoid objects. Always check around the
vehicle when parking or backing.
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)
When the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse),
the RVC displays an image of the area
. Front and rear bumpers and the area
behind the vehicle in the infotainment
below the bumpers display. The previous screen displays when
. Front grille and headlamps the vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse) after
. Front camera lens in the front grille or a short delay. To return to the previous
near the front emblem screen sooner, press any button on the
. Front side and rear side panels infotainment system, shift into P (Park),
. Outside of the windshield in front of the or reach a vehicle speed of approximately
rearview mirror 12 km/h (8 mph).
. Rear side corner bumpers
. Rear Vision Camera above the license
plate
Radio Frequency
This vehicle may be equipped with driver
assistance systems that operate using radio
frequency. See Radio Frequency Statement
0 328.
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Displayed images may be farther or closer Park Assist
than they appear. The area displayed is With Front and Rear Park Assist (FRPA), as
limited and objects that are close to either the vehicle moves at speeds of less than
corner of the bumper or under the bumper 8 km/h (5 mph) the sensors on the bumpers
do not display. may detect objects up to 1.2 m (4 ft) in front
A warning triangle may appear on the and 2.5 m (8 ft) behind the vehicle within a
infotainment display to show that Rear Park zone 25 cm (10 in) high off the ground and
Assist (RPA) or Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) below bumper level. These detection
has detected an object. This triangle changes distances may be shorter during warmer or
from amber to red and increases in size the humid weather. Blocked sensors will not
closer the object. detect objects and can also cause false
detections. Keep the sensors clean of mud,
1. View Displayed by the Camera
{ Warning dirt, snow, ice, and slush; and clean sensors
after a car wash in freezing temperatures.
The camera(s) do not display children,
pedestrians, bicyclists, crossing traffic,
animals, or any other object outside of { Warning
the cameras’ field of view, below the The Park Assist system does not detect
bumper, or under the vehicle. Shown children, pedestrians, bicyclists, animals,
distances may be different from actual or objects located below the bumper or
distances. Do not drive or park the that are too close or too far from the
vehicle using only these camera(s). vehicle. It is not available at speeds
Always check behind and around the greater than 8 km/h (5 mph). To prevent
vehicle before driving. Failure to use injury, death, or vehicle damage, even
1. View Displayed by the Camera proper care may result in injury, death, with Park Assist, always check the area
2. Corners of the Rear Bumper or vehicle damage. around the vehicle and check all mirrors
before moving forward or backing.
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traffic coming from the left or right. This RCTA can also be turned on or off through
system detects objects coming from up to vehicle personalization. See “Collision/
20 m (65 ft) from the left or right side of Detection Systems” under Vehicle
the vehicle. When an object is detected, Personalization 0 100.
three beeps sound from either the left or
right, depending on the direction of the Automatic Parking Assist (APA)
detected vehicle. If equipped, APA searches for and steers the
vehicle into parallel or perpendicular parking
Turning the Features On or Off spots. When using APA, you must still shift
The instrument cluster may have a Park gears, and control the brakes and
Assist display with bars that show “distance accelerator. A display and audible beeps help
to object” and object location information. to guide parking maneuvers.
As the object gets closer, more bars light up
and the bars may change color from yellow { Warning
to amber to red. APA does not apply the brakes. APA may
When an object is first detected in the rear, The X button on the center console is not detect objects in the parking space,
one beep will be heard from the rear. When used to turn on or off the Front and Rear objects that are soft or narrow, objects
an object is very close — <0.6 m (2 ft) in the Park Assist and Rear Cross Traffic Alert at high off the ground such as flatbed
vehicle rear, or <0.3 m (1 ft) in the vehicle the same time. The indicator light next to trucks, or objects below ground level such
front — five beeps will sound from the front the button comes on when the features are as large potholes. Always verify that the
or rear depending on where the object is on and turns off when the features have parking space is appropriate for parking a
detected. Beeps for Front Park Assist (FPA) been disabled. vehicle. APA does not respond to changes
are higher pitched than for Rear Park in the parking space, such as movement
To turn the rear Park Assist symbols or
Assist (RPA). of an adjacent vehicle, or a person or
guidance lines on or off, see “Rear Camera
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) Park Assist Symbols” under Vehicle object entering the parking space. APA
If equipped, when the vehicle is shifted into Personalization 0 100. does not detect or avoid traffic that is
R (Reverse), RCTA displays a red warning (Continued)
triangle with a left or right pointing arrow
on the infotainment display to warn of
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press and hold O during the search process
Warning (Continued)
or, if available, change the parking mode in
behind or alongside of the vehicle. the infotainment display.
Always be prepared to stop the vehicle
during the parking maneuver.

Press O on the center console to enable

the system to search for a parking space
that is large enough and within 1.5 m (5 ft)
of the vehicle. The vehicle speed must be APA will instruct the vehicle to stop once a
below 30 km/h (18 mph). large enough space is found. Follow the
displayed instructions. When instructed, shift
The system cannot:
to R (Reverse) to engage automatic steering.
. Detect whether it is a legal parking space. After completely passing a large enough The steering wheel will briefly vibrate as a
. Park exactly lined up with the vehicle space, an audible beep occurs. A red stop reminder to remove hands from the steering
next to it if the spot is approached at an symbol and message is displayed. wheel. Check surroundings and continue
angle or if the parking space is angled. If the vehicle is in R (Reverse), but does not braking or accelerating as needed, and be
. Park exactly centered in a spot that is steer into the expected space, this may be prepared to stop to avoid vehicles,
marked too large. because the system is maneuvering the pedestrians, or objects.
. Always detect short curbs. vehicle into a previously detected space. The If the vehicle exceeds 10 km/h (6 mph), APA
APA system does not need service. is automatically disengaged and automatic
When enabled, APA searches for parallel
parking spaces to the right of the vehicle. To steering will turn off. A progress arrow
search for a parking space to the left, turn displays the status of the parking maneuver.
on the left turn signal or, if available, Depending on the space size, additional
change the side selection in the maneuvers may be required, and there will
infotainment display. To switch the parking be additional instructions. When changing
mode between parallel and perpendicular, gears, allow the automatic steering to
complete before continuing the parking
maneuver. Upon successful completion of a
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maneuver, APA will beep and display a Forward Collision Alert (FCA) Warning (Continued)
PARKING COMPLETE message. Place the
vehicle in P (Park). System warning at all. FCA does not warn of
APA may automatically disengage if: If equipped, the FCA system may help to pedestrians, animals, signs, guardrails,
avoid or reduce the harm caused by bridges, construction barrels, or other
. The steering wheel is used by the driver.
front-end crashes. When approaching a objects. Be ready to take action and
. The maximum allowed speed is exceeded. vehicle ahead too quickly, FCA provides a apply the brakes. See Defensive Driving
. There is a failure with the APA system. flashing red alert on the windshield and 0 173.
. Electronic stability control or antilock rapidly beeps. FCA also lights an amber
brakes are activated. visual alert if following another vehicle FCA can be disabled with the FCA steering
. A high priority vehicle message is much too closely. wheel control or, if equipped, through
displayed in the DIC. FCA detects vehicles within a distance of vehicle personalization. See “Collision/
approximately 60 m (197 ft) and operates at Detection Systems” under Vehicle
To cancel APA, press O again. speeds above 8 km/h (5 mph). If the vehicle Personalization 0 100.
When the System Does Not Seem to Work has Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), it can
Properly detect vehicles to distances of approximately
Detecting the Vehicle Ahead
The APA system may require a short period 110 m (360 ft) and operates at all speeds.
of driving along curves to calibrate. See Adaptive Cruise Control (Advanced)
0 197.
Assistance Systems for Driving
If equipped, when driving the vehicle in a
{ Warning
forward gear, Forward Collision Alert (FCA), FCA is a warning system and does not
Lane Keep Assist (LKA), Side Blind Zone Alert apply the brakes. When approaching a FCA warnings will not occur unless the FCA
(SBZA), Lane Change Alert (LCA), Automatic slower-moving or stopped vehicle ahead system detects a vehicle ahead. When a
Emergency Braking (AEB), and/or the Front too rapidly, or when following a vehicle vehicle is detected, the vehicle ahead
Pedestrian Braking (FPB) System can help to too closely, FCA may not provide a indicator will display green. Vehicles may
avoid a crash or reduce crash damage. warning with enough time to help avoid not be detected on curves, highway exit
a crash. It also may not provide any ramps, or hills, due to poor visibility; or if a
(Continued) vehicle ahead is partially blocked by
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pedestrians or other objects. FCA will not When your vehicle approaches another presses will change this setting. The chosen
detect another vehicle ahead until it is detected vehicle too rapidly, the red FCA setting will remain until it is changed and
completely in the driving lane. display will flash on the windshield. Also, will affect the timing of both the Collision
eight rapid high-pitched beeps will sound Alert and the Tailgating Alert features. The
{ Warning from the front. When this Collision Alert timing of both alerts will vary based on
occurs, the brake system may prepare for vehicle speed. The faster the vehicle speed,
FCA does not provide a warning to help
driver braking to occur more rapidly which the farther away the alert will occur.
avoid a crash, unless it detects a vehicle. can cause a brief, mild deceleration. Consider traffic and weather conditions
FCA may not detect a vehicle ahead if Continue to apply the brake pedal as the when selecting the alert timing. The range
the FCA sensor is blocked by dirt, snow, driving situation dictates. Cruise control may of selectable alert timing may not be
or ice, or if the windshield is damaged. be disengaged when the Collision Alert appropriate for all drivers and driving
It may also not detect a vehicle on occurs. conditions.
winding or hilly roads, or in conditions
Tailgating Alert Following Distance Indicator
that can limit visibility such as fog, rain,
or snow, or if the headlamps or The following distance to a moving vehicle
windshield are not cleaned or in proper you are following is indicated in following
condition. Keep the windshield, time in seconds on the Driver Information
headlamps, and FCA sensors clean and in Center (DIC). See Driver Information Center
good repair. (DIC) (Base Level) 0 94 or
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel)
Collision Alert The vehicle ahead indicator will display 0 96. The minimum following time is
amber when you are following a detected 0.5 seconds away. If there is no vehicle
vehicle ahead much too closely. detected ahead, or the vehicle ahead is out
of sensor range, dashes will be displayed.
Selecting the Alert Timing
The Collision Alert control is on the steering
wheel. Press [ to set the FCA timing to
far, medium, near, or on some vehicles, off.
The first button press shows the current
control setting on the DIC. Additional button
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Unnecessary Alerts brake moderately or hard. This Automatic
Emergency Braking can only occur if a Warning (Continued)
FCA may provide unnecessary alerts to
vehicle is detected. This is shown by the FCA . Detect a vehicle when weather limits
turning vehicles, vehicles in other lanes,
vehicle ahead indicator being lit. See visibility, such as in fog, rain, or snow.
objects that are not vehicles, or shadows.
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 209. . Detect a vehicle ahead if it is partially
These alerts are normal operation and the
vehicle does not need service. The system works when driving in a forward blocked by pedestrians or other
gear between 8 km/h (5 mph) and 80 km/h objects.
Cleaning the System (50 mph), or on vehicles with Adaptive Complete attention is always required
If the FCA system does not seem to operate Cruise Control (ACC), above 4 km/h (2 mph).
while driving, and you should be ready to
properly, this may correct the issue: It can detect vehicles up to approximately
60 m (197 ft). take action and apply the brakes and/or
. Clean the outside of the windshield in steer the vehicle to avoid crashes.
front of the rearview mirror.
. Clean the entire front of the vehicle. { Warning AEB may slow the vehicle to a complete
. Clean the headlamps. AEB is an emergency crash preparation stop to try to avoid a potential crash. If this
feature and is not designed to avoid happens, AEB may engage the Electric
Automatic Emergency crashes. Do not rely on AEB to brake the Parking Brake (EPB) to hold the vehicle at a
Braking (AEB) vehicle. AEB will not brake outside of its stop. Release the EPB or firmly press the
operating speed range and only responds accelerator pedal.
If the vehicle has Forward Collision Alert to detected vehicles.
(FCA), it also has AEB, which includes
AEB may not:
{ Warning
Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA). When the
system detects a vehicle ahead in your path AEB may automatically brake the vehicle
. Detect a vehicle ahead on winding or
that is traveling in the same direction that suddenly in situations where it is
hilly roads.
you may be about to crash into, it can unexpected and undesired. It could
. Detect all vehicles, especially vehicles respond to a turning vehicle ahead,
provide a boost to braking or automatically
brake the vehicle. This can help avoid or with a trailer, tractors, muddy guardrails, signs, and other non-moving
lessen the severity of crashes when driving vehicles, etc. objects. To override AEB, firmly press the
in a forward gear. Depending on the (Continued) accelerator pedal, if it is safe to do so.
situation, the vehicle may automatically
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Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) provides a red flashing alert on the
{ Warning windshield and rapidly beeps. FPB can
IBA may activate when the brake pedal is
Using AEB or IBA while towing a trailer provide a boost to braking or automatically
applied quickly by providing a boost to
could cause you to lose control of the brake the vehicle. This system includes
braking based on the speed of approach and
vehicle and crash. Turn the system to Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA), and the
distance to a vehicle ahead.
Alert, or if the vehicle has ACC to Off, Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) system
Minor brake pedal pulsations or pedal when towing a trailer. may also respond to pedestrians. See
movement during this time is normal and Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) 0 211.
the brake pedal should continue to be A system unavailable message may The FPB system can detect and alert to
applied as needed. IBA will automatically display if: pedestrians in a forward gear at speeds
disengage only when the brake pedal is
. The front of the vehicle or windshield is between 8 km/h (5 mph) and 80 km/h
released.
not clean. (50 mph). During daytime driving, the
. Heavy rain or snow is interfering with system detects pedestrians up to a distance
{ Warning object detection. of approximately 40 m (131 ft). During
IBA may increase vehicle braking in nighttime driving, system performance is
. There is a problem with the StabiliTrak/
situations when it may not be necessary. very limited.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system.
You could block the flow of traffic. If this
occurs, take your foot off the brake pedal The AEB system does not need service. { Warning
and then apply the brakes as needed. FPB does not provide an alert or
Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB)
automatically brake the vehicle, unless it
AEB and IBA can be disabled through vehicle System detects a pedestrian. FPB may not detect
personalization. See “Collision/Detection If equipped, the Front Pedestrian Braking pedestrians, including children:
Systems” under Vehicle Personalization (FPB) system may help avoid or reduce the
0 100. . When the pedestrian is not directly
harm caused by front-end crashes with ahead, fully visible, or standing
nearby pedestrians when driving in a upright, or when part of a group.
forward gear. FPB displays an amber
(Continued)
indicator, ~, when a nearby pedestrian is
detected ahead. When approaching a
detected pedestrian too quickly, FPB
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FPB alerts and automatic braking will not Automatic Braking
Warning (Continued) occur unless the FPB system detects a
If FPB detects it is about to crash into a
. Due to poor visibility, including pedestrian. When a nearby pedestrian is
pedestrian directly ahead, and the brakes
nighttime conditions, fog, rain, detected in front of the vehicle, the
have not been applied, FPB may
or snow. pedestrian ahead indicator will display
automatically brake moderately or brake
. If the FPB sensor is blocked by dirt, amber.
hard. This can help to avoid some very low
snow, or ice. Front Pedestrian Alert speed pedestrian crashes or reduce
. If the headlamps or windshield are not pedestrian injury. FPB can automatically
cleaned or in proper condition. brake to detected pedestrians between
8 km/h (5 mph) and 80 km/h (50 mph).
Be ready to take action and apply the Automatic braking levels may be reduced
brakes. For more information, see under certain conditions, such as higher
Defensive Driving 0 173. Keep the speeds.
windshield, headlamps, and FPB sensor
If this happens, Automatic Braking may
clean and in good repair.
When the vehicle approaches a pedestrian engage the Electric Parking Brake (EPB) to
FPB can be set to Off, Alert, or Alert and ahead too rapidly, the red FPB alert display hold the vehicle at a stop. Release the EPB.
Brake through vehicle personalization. See will flash on the windshield. Eight rapid A firm press of the accelerator pedal will
“Collision/Detection Systems” under Vehicle high-pitched beeps will sound from the also release Automatic Braking and the EPB.
Personalization 0 100. front. When this Pedestrian Alert occurs, the
brake system may prepare for driver braking { Warning
Detecting the Pedestrian Ahead to occur more rapidly which can cause a
FPB may alert or automatically brake the
brief, mild deceleration. Continue to apply
the brake pedal as needed. Cruise control vehicle suddenly in situations where it is
may be disengaged when the Front unexpected and undesired. It could falsely
Pedestrian Alert occurs. alert or brake for objects similar in shape
or size to pedestrians, including shadows.
This is normal operation and the vehicle
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areas. When the vehicle is in a forward gear,
Warning (Continued) the left or right side mirror display will light Warning (Continued)
does not need service. To override up if a moving vehicle is detected in that proper care when changing lanes may
Automatic Braking, firmly press the blind zone. If the turn signal is activated and result in injury, death, or vehicle damage.
accelerator pedal, if it is safe to do so. a vehicle is also detected on the same side, Before making a lane change, always
the display will flash as an extra warning check mirrors, glance over your shoulder,
Automatic Braking can be disabled through not to change lanes. Since this system is and use the turn signals.
vehicle personalization. See “Front Pedestrian part of the Lane Change Alert (LCA) system,
Detection” in “Collision/Detection Systems” read the entire LCA section before using this LCA Detection Zones
under Vehicle Personalization 0 100. feature.

{ Warning Lane Change Alert (LCA)

Using the Front Pedestrian Braking If equipped, the LCA system is a
system while towing a trailer could cause lane-changing aid that assists drivers with
avoiding lane change crashes that occur with
you to lose control of the vehicle and
moving vehicles in the side blind zone (or
crash. Turn the system to Alert or Off spot) areas or with vehicles rapidly
when towing a trailer. approaching these areas from behind. The
LCA warning display will light up in the
Cleaning the System corresponding outside side mirror and will 1. SBZA Detection Zone
If FPB does not seem to operate properly, flash if the turn signal is on. 2. LCA Detection Zone
cleaning the outside of the windshield in
The LCA sensor covers a zone of
front of the rearview mirror may correct the { Warning approximately one lane over from both
issue. LCA does not alert the driver to vehicles sides of the vehicle, or 3.5 m (11 ft). The
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) outside of the system detection zones, height of the zone is approximately between
pedestrians, bicyclists, or animals. It may 0.5 m (1.5 ft) and 2 m (6 ft) off the ground.
If equipped, the SBZA system is a not provide alerts when changing lanes The Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) warning
lane-changing aid that assists drivers with under all driving conditions. Failure to use area starts at approximately the middle of
avoiding crashes that occur with moving (Continued) the vehicle and goes back 5 m (16 ft). Drivers
vehicles in the side blind zone, or blind spot
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are also warned of vehicles rapidly zone. If the turn signal is activated in the objects may also interfere with the
approaching from up to 70 m (230 ft) behind same direction as a detected vehicle, this detection of vehicles. This is normal system
the vehicle. display will flash as an extra warning not to operation; the vehicle does not need service.
change lanes. LCA may not always alert the driver to
How the System Works
LCA can be disabled through vehicle vehicles in the next lane over, especially in
The LCA symbol lights up in the side mirrors personalization. See “Collision/Detection wet conditions or when driving on sharp
when the system detects a moving vehicle Systems” under Vehicle Personalization curves. The system does not need to be
in the next lane over that is in the side 0 100. If LCA is disabled by the driver, the serviced. The system may light up due to
blind zone or rapidly approaching that zone LCA mirror displays will not light up. guardrails, signs, trees, shrubs, and other
from behind. A lit LCA symbol indicates it non-moving objects. This is normal system
may be unsafe to change lanes. Before When the System Does Not Seem to operation; the vehicle does not need service.
making a lane change, check the LCA Work Properly
display, check mirrors, glance over your LCA may not operate when the LCA sensors
The LCA system requires some driving for in the left or right corners of the rear
shoulder, and use the turn signals.
the system to calibrate to maximum bumper are covered with mud, dirt, snow,
performance. This calibration may occur ice, or slush, or in heavy rainstorms. For
more quickly if the vehicle is driven on a cleaning instructions, see "Washing the
straight highway road with traffic and Vehicle" under Exterior Care 0 295. If the DIC
roadside objects (e.g., guardrails, barriers). still displays the system unavailable
LCA displays may not come on when message after cleaning both sides of the
Left Side Mirror Right Side Mirror passing a vehicle quickly, for a stopped vehicle toward the rear corners of the
Display Display vehicle, or when towing a trailer. The LCA vehicle, see your dealer.
detection zones that extend back from the If the LCA displays do not light up when
When the vehicle is started, both outside side of the vehicle do not move further back moving vehicles are in the side blind zone or
mirror LCA displays will briefly come on to when a trailer is towed. Use caution while rapidly approaching this zone and the
indicate the system is operating. When the changing lanes when towing a trailer. LCA system is clean, the system may need
vehicle is in a forward gear, the left or right may alert to objects attached to the vehicle, service. Take the vehicle to your dealer.
side mirror display will light up if a moving such as a trailer, bicycle, or object extending
out to either side of the vehicle. Attached Radio Frequency Information
vehicle is detected in the next lane over in
that blind zone or rapidly approaching that See Radio Frequency Statement 0 328.
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Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued)
If equipped, LKA may help avoid crashes due . Provide an alert or enough steering use LKA in bad weather conditions or on
to unintentional lane departures. This assist to avoid a lane departure or roads with unclear lane markings, such as
system uses a camera to detect lane crash. construction zones.
markings between 60 km/h (37 mph) and
. Detect lane markings under poor
180 km/h (112 mph). It may assist by gently
turning the steering wheel if the vehicle weather or visibility conditions. This
approaches a detected lane marking. It may can occur if the windshield or { Warning
also provide a Lane Departure Warning headlamps are blocked by dirt, snow, Using LKA while towing a trailer or on
(LDW) alert if the vehicle crosses a detected or ice; if they are not in proper slippery roads could cause loss of control
lane marking. LKA can be overridden by condition; or if the sun shines directly
of the vehicle and a crash. Turn the
turning the steering wheel. This system is into the camera.
system off.
not intended to keep the vehicle centered in . Detect road edges.
the lane. LKA will not assist and alert if the . Detect lanes on winding or hilly roads. How the System Works
turn signal is active in the direction of lane
departure, or if it detects that you are If LKA only detects lane markings on one LKA uses a camera sensor installed on the
accelerating, braking or actively steering. side of the road, it will only assist or windshield ahead of the rearview mirror to
provide an LDW alert when approaching detect lane markings. It may provide brief
steering assist if it detects an unintended
{ Warning the lane on the side where it has
lane departure. It may further provide an
detected a lane marking. Even with LKA
The LKA system does not continuously audible alert indicating that a lane marking
and LDW, you must steer the vehicle.
steer the vehicle. It may not keep the has been crossed.
Always keep your attention on the road
vehicle in the lane or give a Lane
and maintain proper vehicle position To turn LKA on and off, press A on the
Departure Warning (LDW) alert, even if a
within the lane, or vehicle damage, steering wheel. If equipped, the indicator
lane marking is detected.
injury, or death could occur. Always keep light on the button comes on when LKA is
The LKA and LDW systems may not: the windshield, headlamps, and camera on and turns off when LKA is disabled.
(Continued) sensors clean and in good repair. Do not
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When on, A is white, if equipped, . Roads with poor lane markings, such as
two-lane roads.
Fuel
indicating that the system is not ready to
assist. A is green if LKA is ready to If the LKA system is not functioning Top Tier Fuel
assist. LKA may assist by gently turning the properly when lane markings are clearly
GM recommends the use of TOP TIER
steering wheel if the vehicle approaches a visible, cleaning the windshield may help.
Detergent Gasoline to keep the engine clean,
detected lane marking. A is amber when A camera blocked message may display if reduce engine deposits, and maintain
assisting. It may also provide a Lane the camera is blocked. Some driver optimal vehicle performance. Look for the
Departure Warning (LDW) alert by flashing assistance systems may have reduced TOP TIER Logo or see [Link]
A amber if the vehicle crosses a performance or not work at all. An LKA or for a list of TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline
detected lane marking. Additionally, there LDW unavailable message may display if the marketers and applicable countries.
may be three beeps, on the right or left, systems are temporarily unavailable. This
depending on the lane departure direction. message could be due to a blocked camera.
The LKA system does not need service. Clean
Take Steering
the outside of the windshield behind the
The LKA system does not continuously steer rearview mirror.
the vehicle. If LKA does not detect active
LKA assistance and/or LDW alerts may occur
driver steering, an alert and chime may be
due to tar marks, shadows, cracks in the
provided. Steer the vehicle to dismiss. LKA
road, temporary or construction lane
may become temporarily unavailable after
markings, or other road imperfections. This
repeated take steering alerts.
is normal system operation; the vehicle does
When the System Does Not Seem to not need service. Turn LKA off if these
Work Properly conditions continue.
The system performance may be
affected by:
. Close vehicles ahead.
. Sudden lighting changes, such as when
driving through tunnels.
. Banked roads.
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Recommended Fuel (1.5L Engine) economy. Unleaded gasoline with an octane
Caution (Continued)
rated as low as 87 can be used. Using
unleaded gasoline rated below 93 octane, . Fuel with any amount of methanol,
however, will lead to reduced acceleration methylal, ferrocene, and aniline. These
and fuel economy. If knocking occurs, use a fuels can corrode metal fuel system
gasoline rated at 93 octane as soon as parts or damage plastic and rubber
possible, otherwise, the engine could be parts.
damaged. If heavy knocking is heard when . Fuel containing metals such as
Use regular unleaded gasoline meeting using gasoline with a 93 octane rating, the methylcyclopentadienyl manganese
ASTM specification D4814 with a posted engine needs service. tricarbonyl (MMT), which can damage
octane rating of 87 — (R+M)/2 — or higher. Do not use any fuel labeled E85 or FlexFuel. the emissions control system and
Do not use gasoline with a posted octane Do not use gasoline with ethanol levels spark plugs.
rating of less than 87, as this may cause greater than 15% by volume. . Fuel with a posted octane rating of
engine knock and will lower fuel economy. less than the recommended fuel. Using
Do not use any fuel labeled E85 or FlexFuel. Prohibited Fuels this fuel will lower fuel economy and
Do not use gasoline with ethanol levels performance, and may decrease the
greater than 15% by volume.
Caution life of the emissions catalyst.
Do not use fuels with any of the
Recommended Fuel (2.0L Engine) following conditions; doing so may Fuels in Foreign Countries
damage the vehicle and void its
The U.S., Canada, and Mexico post fuel
warranty: octane ratings in anti-knock index (AKI). For
. For vehicles that are not FlexFuel, fuel fuel not to use in a foreign country, see
labeled greater than 15% ethanol by Prohibited Fuels 0 218.
volume, such as mid-level ethanol
blends (16–50% ethanol), E85, Fuel Additives
or FlexFuel. TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is highly
Premium unleaded gasoline meeting ASTM
(Continued) recommended for use with your vehicle.
specification D4814 with a posted octane
rating of 93 — (R+M)/2 — is highly If your country does not have TOP TIER
recommended for best performance and fuel Detergent Gasoline, add ACDelco Fuel
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System Treatment Plus−Gasoline to the
vehicle’s gasoline fuel tank at every oil Warning (Continued)
change or 15 000 km (9,000 mi), whichever . Avoid using electronic devices while
occurs first. TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline and refueling.
ACDelco Fuel System Treatment Plus . Do not re-enter the vehicle while
−Gasoline will help keep your vehicle’s pumping fuel.
engine fuel deposit free and performing
optimally. . Keep children away from the fuel
pump and never let children
Filling the Tank pump fuel.
An arrow on the fuel gauge indicates which . Before touching the fill nozzle, touch a
side of the vehicle the fuel door is on. See metallic object to discharge static
Fuel Gauge 0 83. electricity from your body.
To open the fuel door, push and release the
. Fuel can spray out if the fill nozzle is rearward center edge of the door.
{ Warning inserted too quickly. This spray can
The capless refueling system does not have
Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn violently happen if the tank is nearly full, and is
more likely in hot weather. Insert the a fuel cap. Fully insert and latch the fill
and can cause injury or death. nozzle, begin fueling.
fill nozzle slowly and wait for any hiss
Follow these guidelines to help avoid noise to stop before beginning to
injuries to you and others: flow fuel. { Warning
. Read and follow all the instructions on Overfilling the fuel tank by more than
the fuel pump island. three clicks of a standard fill nozzle may
. Turn off the engine when refueling. cause:
. Keep sparks, flames, and smoking . Vehicle performance issues, including
materials away from fuel. engine stalling and damage to the fuel
system.
. Do not leave the fuel pump
unattended. . Fuel spills.
(Continued) . Under certain conditions, fuel fires.
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Be careful not to spill fuel. Wait five seconds
after you have finished pumping before { Warning Warning (Continued)
removing the fill nozzle. Clean fuel from Attempting to refuel from a portable fuel . Do not fill a container while it is
painted surfaces as soon as possible. See container without using the funnel inside a vehicle, in a vehicle's trunk, in
Exterior Care 0 295. Push the fuel door adapter may cause fuel spillage and a pickup bed, or on any surface other
closed until it latches. damage the capless fuel system. This than the ground.
could cause a fire. You or others could be . Bring the fill nozzle in contact with
{ Warning badly burned and the vehicle could be the inside of the fill opening before
If a fire starts while you are refueling, do damaged. operating the nozzle. Maintain contact
not remove the fill nozzle. Shut off the until filling is complete.
flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or 3. Remove and clean the funnel adapter . Keep sparks, flames, and smoking
by notifying the station attendant. Leave and return it to the storage location. materials away from fuel.
the area immediately.
Filling a Portable Fuel Container . Avoid using electronic devices while
pumping fuel.
Filling the Tank with a Portable Fuel
Container { Warning
If the vehicle runs out of fuel and must be Never fill a portable fuel container while Trailer Towing
filled from a portable fuel container: it is in the vehicle. Static electricity
discharge from the container can ignite
General Towing Information
the fuel vapor. You or others could be Only use towing equipment that has been
badly burned and the vehicle could be designed for the vehicle. Contact your dealer
damaged. To help avoid injury to you or trailering dealer for assistance with
and others: preparing the vehicle to tow a trailer. Read
the entire section before towing a trailer.
. Dispense fuel only into approved
containers. To tow a disabled vehicle, see Towing the
1. Locate the capless funnel adapter from Vehicle 0 292. To tow the vehicle behind
(Continued)
under the carpet in the trunk. another vehicle such as a motor home, see
2. Insert and latch the funnel into the Recreational Vehicle Towing 0 293.
capless fuel system.
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When towing with the 2.0L L4 engine, only Driving with a Trailer . It is recommended to perform the first oil
use unleaded gasoline with an octane rating change before heavy towing.
Trailering is different than just driving the
of 89 or higher. Using gasoline with a lower . During the first 800 km (500 mi) of trailer
vehicle by itself. Trailering means changes in
octane rating while towing may damage the towing, do not drive over 80 km/h
handling, acceleration, braking, durability,
engine and may not be covered by the (50 mph) and do not make starts at full
and fuel economy. Successful, safe trailering
vehicle warranty. See Recommended Fuel throttle.
takes correct equipment, and it has to be
(1.5L Engine) 0 218 or . Vehicles can tow in D (Drive). If the
used properly.
Recommended Fuel (2.0L Engine) 0 218. transmission downshifts too often, a
The following information has many lower gear may be selected using Manual
Driving Characteristics and time-tested, important trailering tips and Mode See Manual Mode 0 190.
Towing Tips safety rules. Many of these are important
for your safety and that of your passengers. If equipped, the following driver assistance
Read this section carefully before pulling a features should be turned off when towing
{ Warning trailer. a trailer:
You can lose control when towing a . Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
trailer if the correct equipment is not When towing a trailer:
. Super Cruise Control
used or the vehicle is not driven properly. . Become familiar with and follow all state
and local laws that apply to trailer . Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
For example, if the trailer is too heavy or
towing. These requirements vary from . Park Assist
the trailer brakes are inadequate for the
load, the vehicle may not stop as state to state. . Automatic Parking Assist (APA)
expected. You and others could be . State laws may require the use of . Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB)
seriously injured. The vehicle may also be extended side view mirrors. Even if not
If equipped, the following driver assistance
damaged, and the repairs would not be required, you should install extended side
features should be turned to alert or off
view mirrors if your visibility is limited or
covered by the vehicle warranty. Pull a when towing a trailer:
restricted while towing.
trailer only if all the steps in this section . Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
. Do not tow a trailer during the first
have been followed. Ask your dealer for . Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA)
advice and information about towing a 800 km (500 mi) of vehicle use to prevent
damage to the engine, axle, or other . Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB)
trailer with the vehicle.
parts.
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If equipped with Lane Change Alert (LCA), Towing a trailer requires experience. The Following Distance
the LCA detection zones that extend back combination of the vehicle and trailer is
Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle
from the side of the vehicle do not move longer and not as responsive as the vehicle
ahead as you would when driving without a
further back when a trailer is towed. Use itself. Get used to the handling and braking
trailer. This can help to avoid heavy braking
caution while changing lanes when towing a of the combination by driving on a level
and sudden turns.
trailer. road surface before driving on public roads.
If equipped with Rear Cross Traffic Alert The trailer structure, the tires, and the Passing
(RCTA), use caution while backing up when brakes must all be rated to carry the More passing distance is needed when
towing a trailer, as the RCTA detection zones intended cargo. Inadequate trailer towing a trailer. The combination of the
that extend out from the back of the vehicle equipment can cause the combination to vehicle and trailer will not accelerate as
do not move further back when a trailer is operate in an unexpected or unsafe manner. quickly and is much longer than the vehicle
towed. Before driving, inspect all trailer hitch parts alone. It is necessary to go much farther
and attachments, safety chains, electrical beyond the passed vehicle before returning
{ Warning connectors, lamps, tires, and mirrors. See to the lane. Pass on level roadways. Avoid
Towing Equipment 0 225. If the trailer has passing on hills if possible.
To prevent serious injury or death from
electric brakes, start the combination
carbon monoxide (CO), when towing a moving and then manually apply the trailer Backing Up
trailer: brake controller to check that the trailer Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with
. Do not drive with the liftgate, trunk/ brakes work. During the trip, occasionally one hand. To move the trailer to the left,
hatch, or rear-most window open. check that the cargo and trailer are secure move that hand to the left. To move the
. Fully open the air outlets on or under and that the lamps and any trailer brakes trailer to the right, move that hand to the
the instrument panel. are working. right. Always back up slowly and, if possible,
. Adjust the climate control system to a Towing with a Stability Control System have someone guide you.
setting that brings in only outside air. When towing, the stability control system
See “Climate Control Systems” in the might be heard. The system reacts to
Index. vehicle movement caused by the trailer,
For more information about carbon which mainly occurs during cornering. This is
monoxide, see Engine Exhaust 0 188. normal when towing heavier trailers.
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Making Turns altitude on steep uphill grades, the vehicle 4. Reapply the brake pedal. Then apply the
could show signs similar to engine parking brake and shift into P (Park).
Caution overheating. To avoid this, let the engine 5. Release the brake pedal.
Turn more slowly and make wider arcs run, preferably on level ground, with the
when towing a trailer to prevent damage transmission in P (Park) for a few minutes Leaving After Parking on a Hill
to your vehicle. Making very sharp turns before turning the engine off. If the 1. Apply and hold the brake pedal.
overheat warning comes on, see Engine . Start the engine.
could cause the trailer to contact the
Overheating 0 241.
vehicle. . Shift into a gear.
Parking on Hills . Release the parking brake.
Make wider turns than normal when towing,
2. Let up on the brake pedal.
so trailer will not go over soft shoulders,
over curbs, or strike road signs, trees,
{ Warning 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of
or other objects. Always signal turns well in To prevent serious injury or death, the chocks.
advance. Do not steer or brake suddenly. always park your vehicle and trailer on a 4. Stop and have someone pick up and
level surface when possible. store the chocks.
Driving on Grades
Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear When parking your vehicle and your trailer Maintenance When Trailer Towing
before starting down a long or steep on a hill:
The vehicle needs service more often when
downhill grade. If the transmission is not 1. Press the brake pedal, but do not shift used to tow trailers. See Maintenance
shifted down, the brakes may overheat and into P (Park) yet. Turn the wheels into Schedule 0 304. It is especially important to
result in reduced braking efficiency. the curb if facing downhill or into traffic check the automatic transmission fluid,
if facing uphill. engine oil, axle lubricant, belts, cooling
The vehicle can tow in D (Drive). Shift the
transmission to a lower gear if the 2. Have someone place chocks under the system, and brake system before and during
transmission shifts too often under heavy trailer wheels. each trip.
loads and/or hilly conditions. 3. When the wheel chocks are in place, Check periodically that all nuts and bolts on
When towing at higher altitudes, engine gradually release the brake pedal to the trailer hitch are tight.
coolant will boil at a lower temperature allow the chocks to absorb the load of
than at lower altitudes. If the engine is the trailer.
turned off immediately after towing at high
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Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing Before towing a trailer, always separately Maximum Trailer Weight
weigh:
The cooling system may temporarily The trailer should never weigh more than
overheat during severe operating conditions. . The fully loaded vehicle and trailer 454 kg (1,000 lb). The maximum allowable
See Engine Overheating 0 241. combination. weight of the trailer may be lower based on
. The trailer. the weight of the passengers and cargo in
Trailer Towing . The trailer tongue. your trailer.
Caution Trailer Load Balance
{ Warning
Towing a trailer improperly can damage You and others could be seriously injured The correct trailer load balance must be
the vehicle and result in costly repairs maintained to ensure trailer stability.
or killed if the trailer is too heavy or the
not covered by the vehicle warranty. To Incorrect load balance is a leading cause of
trailer brakes are inadequate for the load. trailer sway.
tow a trailer correctly, follow the The vehicle may be damaged, and the
directions in this section and see your repairs would not be covered by the
dealer for important information about vehicle warranty.
towing a trailer with the vehicle.
Only tow a trailer if all the steps in this
Trailer Weight section have been followed. Ask your
dealer for advice and information about
{ Warning towing a trailer.
Never exceed the towing capacity for
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
your vehicle.
For information about the vehicle's
Safe trailering requires monitoring the maximum load capacity, see Vehicle Load
weight, speed, altitude, road grades, outside Limits 0 179. When calculating the GVWR
temperature, dimensions of the front of the with a trailer attached, the trailer tongue The trailer tongue weight (1) should be 10–
trailer, and how frequently the vehicle is weight must be included as part of the 15% of the loaded trailer weight (2). Some
used to tow a trailer. weight the vehicle is carrying. specific trailer types, such as boat trailers,
fall outside of this range. Always refer to
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the trailer owner’s manual for the Towing Equipment . Tires must be properly inflated to support
recommended trailer tongue weight for each loads while towing a trailer. See Tires
trailer. Never exceed the maximum loads for Hitches 0 259 for instructions on proper tire
your vehicle, hitch and trailer. inflation.
Always use the correct hitch equipment for
After loading the trailer, separately weigh your vehicle. Crosswinds, large trucks going Safety Chains
the trailer and then the trailer tongue to see by, and rough roads can affect the trailer
if the weights are appropriate for your and the hitch. Always attach chains between the vehicle
vehicle. If the trailer weight is too high, it and the trailer, and attach the chains to the
Never attach rental hitches or other holes on the trailer hitch platform.
may be possible to transfer some of the bumper-type hitches. Only use
cargo into your vehicle. If the trailer tongue Instructions about safety chains may be
frame-mounted hitches that do not attach to provided by the hitch manufacturer or by
weight is too high or too low, it may be the bumper.
possible to rearrange some of the cargo the trailer manufacturer.
inside of the trailer. Always seal any holes in your vehicle if the Cross the safety chains under the tongue of
trailer hitch removed. If not sealed, dirt, the trailer to help prevent the tongue from
Do not exceed the maximum allowable water, and carbon monoxide (CO) from the
tongue weight for your vehicle. Use the contacting the road if it becomes separated
exhaust may enter your vehicle. See Engine from the hitch. Always leave just enough
shortest hitch extension available to position Exhaust 0 188.
the hitch ball closer to your vehicle. This will slack so the combination can turn. Never
help reduce the effect of the trailer tongue Consider using mechanical sway controls allow safety chains to drag on the ground.
weight on the trailer hitch and the rear axle. with any trailer. Ask a trailering professional State or local regulations may require
about sway controls or refer to the trailer trailers to have their own braking system if
If a cargo carrier is used in the trailer hitch manufacturer's recommendations and
receiver, choose a carrier that positions the the loaded weight of the trailer exceeds
instructions. certain minimums that can vary from state
load as close to the vehicle as possible.
Make sure the total weight, including the to state. Read and follow the instructions for
Tires
carrier, is no more than half of the the trailer brakes so they are installed,
. Do not tow a trailer while using a adjusted, and maintained properly. Never
maximum allowable tongue weight for the compact spare tire on the vehicle.
vehicle or 227 kg (500 lb), whichever is less. attempt to tap into your vehicle's hydraulic
brake system. If you do, both the vehicle
Ask your dealer for trailering information or anti-lock brakes and the trailer brakes may
assistance. not function, which could result in a crash.
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Trailer Lamps Trailer tires deteriorate over time. The trailer
tire sidewall will show the week and year Warning (Continued)
Always check all trailer lamps are working at
the tire was manufactured. Many trailer tire A device connected to the DLC — such as
the beginning of each trip, and periodically
manufacturers recommend replacing tires an aftermarket fleet or driver-behavior
on longer trips.
more than six years old. tracking device — may interfere with
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer Overloading is another leading cause of vehicle systems. This could affect vehicle
When properly connected, the trailer turn trailer tire blow-outs. Never load your trailer operation and cause a crash. Such devices
signals will illuminate to indicate the vehicle with more weight than the tires are may also access information stored in the
is turning, changing lanes, or stopping. designed to support. The load rating is vehicle’s systems.
When towing a trailer, the arrows on the located on the trailer tire sidewall.
instrument cluster will illuminate even if the Always know the maximum speed rating for
trailer is not properly connected or the bulbs Caution
the trailer tires before driving. This may be
are burned out. significantly lower than the vehicle tire Some electrical equipment can damage
speed rating. The speed rating may be on the vehicle or cause components to not
Trailer Tires work and would not be covered by the
the trailer tire sidewall. If the speed rating is
Special Trailer (ST) tires differ from vehicle not shown, the default trailer tire speed vehicle warranty. Always check with your
tires. Trailer tires are designed with stiff rating is 105 km/h (65 mph). dealer before adding electrical equipment.
sidewalls to help prevent sway and to
support heavy loads. These features can Conversions and Add-Ons Add-on equipment can drain the vehicle's
make it difficult to determine if the trailer 12-volt battery, even if the vehicle is not
tire pressures are low only based on a visual Add-On Electrical Equipment operating.
inspection.
The vehicle has an airbag system. Before
Always check all trailer tire pressures before { Warning attempting to add anything electrical to the
each trip when the tires are cool. Low trailer vehicle, see Servicing the Airbag-Equipped
The Data Link Connector (DLC) is used for
tire pressure is a leading cause of trailer tire Vehicle 0 53 and
blow-outs. vehicle service and Emission Inspection/
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped
Maintenance testing. See Malfunction Vehicle 0 53.
Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) 0 87.
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Gas Strut(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
Vehicle Care Tire Terminology and Definitions . . . . . . 263
Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266
Headlamp Aiming Tire Pressure for High-Speed
General Information Front Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228 Tire Pressure Monitor System . . . . . . . . . 268
California Proposition 65 Warning . . . . . 228 Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249 Tire Pressure Monitor Operation . . . . . . 269
California Perchlorate Materials Tire Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228 Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249
LED Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249 Tire Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
Accessories and Modifications . . . . . . . . . 229 When It Is Time for New Tires . . . . . . . . 273
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal,
Vehicle Checks Sidemarker, and Parking Lamps . . . . . . 250 Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274
Doing Your Own Service Work . . . . . . . . 229 Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps, and Different Size Tires and Wheels . . . . . . . . 275
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229 Back-Up Lamps (LS and LT) . . . . . . . . . . 250 Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . . . . . . . . 275
Engine Compartment Overview . . . . . . . . 231 Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps, and Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance . . . . 276
Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234 Back-Up Lamps (LT and Premier) . . . . . 251 Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236 License Plate Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252 Tire Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277
Automatic Transmission Fluid . . . . . . . . . 236 If a Tire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278
Engine Air Filter Life System . . . . . . . . . . . 237 Electrical System Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit . . . . . . . 279
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237 High Voltage Devices and Wiring . . . . . . 253 Storing the Tire Sealant and
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238 Electrical System Overload . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253 Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284
Engine Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241 Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253 Tire Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285
Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242 Engine Compartment Fuse Block . . . . . . 254 Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243 Instrument Panel Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . 258
Jump Starting
Brake Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243 Wheels and Tires Jump Starting - North America . . . . . . . . 290
Battery - North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244 Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock All-Season Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260 Towing the Vehicle
Control Function Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247 Winter Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260 Towing the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292
Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Low-Profile Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261 Recreational Vehicle Towing . . . . . . . . . . . 293
Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247 Tire Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261
Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247 Tire Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263
Windshield Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
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Appearance Care General Information
Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295
Warning (Continued)
Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299 For service and parts needs, visit your cancer and birth defects or other
Floor Mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301 dealer. You will receive genuine GM parts reproductive harm. Engine exhaust, many
and GM-trained and supported service parts and systems, many fluids, and
people. some component wear by-products
Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: contain and/or emit these chemicals. For
more information go to
[Link]/
passenger-vehicle.

See Battery - North America 0 244 and

Jump Starting - North America 0 290 and
the back cover.

California Perchlorate Materials

Requirements
Certain types of automotive applications,
such as airbag initiators, seat belt
pretensioners, and lithium batteries
California Proposition 65 Warning contained in electronic keys, may contain
perchlorate materials. Perchlorate Material –
{ Warning special handling may apply. See
Most motor vehicles, including this one, [Link]/hazardouswaste/
perchlorate.
as well as many of its service parts and
fluids, contain and/or emit chemicals
known to the State of California to cause
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Accessories and Modifications Also, see Adding Equipment to the If equipped with remote vehicle start, open
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 53. the hood before performing any service
Adding non-dealer accessories or making work to prevent remote starting the vehicle
modifications to the vehicle can affect
vehicle performance and safety, including Vehicle Checks accidentally. See Remote Vehicle Start 0 13.
such things as airbags, braking, stability, Keep a record with all parts receipts and list
ride and handling, emissions systems,
Doing Your Own Service Work the mileage and the date of any service
aerodynamics, durability, and electronic work performed. See Maintenance Records
systems like antilock brakes, traction control, { Warning 0 315.
and stability control. These accessories or It can be dangerous to work on your
modifications could even cause malfunction Caution
vehicle if you do not have the proper
or damage not covered by the vehicle knowledge, service manual, tools, Even small amounts of contamination can
warranty. or parts. Always follow owner’s manual cause damage to vehicle systems. Do not
Damage to suspension components caused procedures and consult the service allow contaminants to contact the fluids,
by modifying vehicle height outside of manual for your vehicle before doing any reservoir caps, or dipsticks.
factory settings will not be covered by the service work.
vehicle warranty. Hood
Damage to vehicle components resulting If doing some of your own service work, use
from modifications or the installation or use the proper service manual. It tells you much { Warning
of non-GM certified parts, including control more about how to service the vehicle than For vehicles with auto engine stop/start,
module or software modifications, is not this manual can. To order the proper service
turn the vehicle off before opening the
covered under the terms of the vehicle manual, see Publication Ordering
Information 0 327. hood. If the vehicle is on, the engine will
warranty and may affect remaining start when the hood is opened. You or
warranty coverage for affected parts. This vehicle has an airbag system. Before others could be injured.
GM Accessories are designed to complement attempting to do your own service work,
and function with other systems on the see Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
vehicle. See your dealer to accessorize the 0 53.
vehicle using genuine GM Accessories
installed by a dealer technician.
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2. Go to the front of the vehicle and locate 2. Lift the hood and remove the hood prop
{ Warning the secondary release lever under the rod from the underside of the hood.
Components under the hood can get hot front center of the hood. Push the Return the prop rod to its retainer. The
from running the engine. To help avoid secondary hood release lever to the right prop rod must click into place when
the risk of burning unprotected skin, to release. returning it to the retainer to prevent
never touch these components until they hood damage.
have cooled, and always use a glove or 3. Lower the hood 20 cm (8 in) above the
towel to avoid direct skin contact. vehicle and release it. Check to make
sure the hood is latched completely.
Clear any snow from the hood before Repeat this process with additional force
opening. if necessary.
To open the hood:
1. Pull the hood release lever with the
{ Warning
Do not drive the vehicle if the hood is
i symbol. It is on the lower left side not latched completely. The hood could
of the instrument panel.
open fully, block your vision, and cause a
crash. You or others could be injured.
3. Lift the hood and release the hood prop Always close the hood completely before
rod from its retainer, in the front of the driving.
engine compartment. Securely insert the
rod end into the slot marked with an
arrow, on the underside of the hood.
To close the hood:
1. Before closing the hood, be sure all filler
caps are on properly, and all tools are
removed.
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Engine Compartment Overview

1.5L L4 Turbo Engine

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1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 237.
2. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See Engine Oil 0 234.
3. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Engine Oil 0 234.
4. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View). See
Cooling System 0 238.
5. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See Brakes 0 243.
6. Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap.
See Cooling System 0 238.
7. Battery - North America 0 244.
8. Remote Positive (+) Battery Terminal
(Under Cover). See Jump Starting - North
America 0 290.
9. Engine Compartment Fuse Block 0 254.
10. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See
Washer Fluid 0 242.
11. Remote Negative (-) Battery Terminal.
See Jump Starting - North America
0 290.
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2.0L L4 Turbo Engine

1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 237. 6. Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. 9. Engine Compartment Fuse Block 0 254.
2. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See Engine Oil 0 234. See Cooling System 0 238. 10. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See
3. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Engine Oil 0 234. 7. Battery - North America 0 244. Washer Fluid 0 242.
4. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View). See 8. Remote Positive (+) Battery Terminal 11. Remote Negative (-) Battery Terminal.
Cooling System 0 238. (Under Cover). See Jump Starting - North See Jump Starting - North America
America 0 290. 0 290.
5. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See Brakes 0 243.
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Engine Oil { Warning
When to Add Engine Oil
To ensure proper engine performance and The engine oil dipstick handle may be
long life, careful attention must be paid to
hot; it could burn you. Use a towel or
engine oil. Following these simple, but
glove to touch the dipstick handle.
important steps will help protect your
investment:
If a low oil Driver Information Center (DIC)
. Use engine oil approved to the proper message displays, check the oil level.
specification and of the proper viscosity
grade. See “Selecting the Right Engine Follow these guidelines:
Oil” in this section. . To get an accurate reading, park the
vehicle on level ground. Check the engine 1.5L L4 Turbo Engine
. Check the engine oil level regularly and
maintain the proper oil level. See oil level after the engine has been off for
“Checking Engine Oil” and “When to Add at least two hours. Checking the engine
Engine Oil” in this section. oil level on steep grades or too soon after
. Change the engine oil at the appropriate
engine shutoff can result in incorrect
readings. Accuracy improves when
time. See Engine Oil Life System 0 236.
checking a cold engine prior to starting.
. Always dispose of engine oil properly. See Remove the dipstick and check the level.
“What to Do with Used Oil” later in this . If unable to wait two hours, the engine 2.0L L4 Turbo Engine
section.
must be off for at least 15 minutes if the If the oil is below the cross-hatched area at
Checking Engine Oil engine is warm, or at least 30 minutes if the tip of the dipstick and the engine has
the engine is not warm. Pull out the been off for at least 15 minutes, add 1 L (1
Check the engine oil level regularly, every dipstick, wipe it with a clean paper towel
650 km (400 mi), especially prior to a long qt) of the recommended oil and then
or cloth, then push it back in all the way. recheck the level. See “Selecting the Right
trip. The engine oil dipstick handle is a loop. Remove it again, keeping the tip down,
See Engine Compartment Overview 0 231 for Engine Oil” later in this section for an
and check the level. explanation of what kind of oil to use. For
the location.
engine oil crankcase capacity, see Capacities
and Specifications 0 317.
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Specification be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will
Caution provide easier cold starting for the engine at
Do not add too much oil. Oil levels above Use full synthetic engine oils that meet the
dexos1 specification. Engine oils that have extremely low temperatures.
or below the acceptable operating range
been approved by GM as meeting the When selecting an oil of the appropriate
shown on the dipstick are harmful to the dexos1 specification are marked with the viscosity grade, it is recommended to select
engine. If you find that you have an oil dexos1 approved logo. See an oil of the correct specification. See
level above the operating range, i.e., the [Link]. “Specification” earlier in this section.
engine has so much oil that the oil level
gets above the upper mark that shows Engine Oil Additives/Engine Oil Flushes
the proper operating range, the engine Do not add anything to the oil. The
could be damaged. You should drain out recommended oils meeting the dexos1
the excess oil or limit driving of the specification are all that is needed for good
vehicle and seek a service professional to performance and engine protection.
remove the excess amount of oil.
Engine oil system flushes are not
See Engine Compartment Overview 0 231 for Caution recommended and could cause engine
Failure to use the recommended engine damage not covered by the vehicle
the location of the engine oil fill cap.
warranty.
Add enough oil to put the level somewhere oil or equivalent can result in engine
in the proper operating range. Push the damage not covered by the vehicle What to Do with Used Oil
dipstick all the way back in when through. warranty.
Used engine oil contains certain elements
Selecting the Right Engine Oil Viscosity Grade that can be unhealthy for your skin and
could even cause cancer. Do not let used oil
Selecting the right engine oil depends on Use SAE 0W-20 viscosity grade engine oil for stay on your skin for very long. Clean your
both the proper oil specification and the LFV 1.5L L4 turbo engine. skin and nails with soap and water, or a
viscosity grade. See Recommended Fluids Use SAE 5W-30 viscosity grade engine oil for good hand cleaner. Wash or properly
and Lubricants 0 312. the LTG 2.0L L4 turbo engine. Cold dispose of clothing or rags containing used
Temperature Operation: In an area of engine oil. See the manufacturer's warnings
extreme cold, where the temperature falls about the use and disposal of oil products.
below −29 °C (−20 °F), an SAE 0W-30 oil may
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Used oil can be a threat to the environment. for up to a year. The engine oil and filter Be careful not to reset the oil life display
If you change your own oil, be sure to drain must be changed at least once a year and, accidentally at any time other than after
all the oil from the filter before disposal. at this time, the system must be reset. Your the oil is changed. It cannot be reset
Never dispose of oil by putting it in the dealer has trained service people who will accurately until the next oil change.
trash or pouring it on the ground, into perform this work and reset the system. The system is reset when the CHANGE
sewers, or into streams or bodies of water. It is also important to check the oil regularly ENGINE OIL SOON message is off and the
Recycle it by taking it to a place that over the course of an oil drain interval and REMAINING OIL LIFE message is displayed.
collects used oil. keep it at the proper level.
If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message
Engine Oil Life System If the system is ever reset accidentally, the comes back on when the vehicle is started,
oil must be changed at 5 000 km (3,000 mi) the engine oil life system has not been
When to Change Engine Oil since the last oil change. Remember to reset reset. Repeat the procedure.
the oil life system whenever the oil is
This vehicle has a computer system that changed.
indicates when to change the engine oil and Automatic Transmission Fluid
filter. This is based on a combination of How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System It is not necessary to check the transmission
factors which include engine revolutions, 1. Using the DIC controls on the right side fluid level. A transmission fluid leak is the
engine temperature, and miles driven. Based of the steering wheel, display only reason for fluid loss. If a leak occurs,
on driving conditions, the mileage at which REMAINING OIL LIFE on the DIC. See take the vehicle to your dealer and have it
an oil change is indicated can vary Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base repaired as soon as possible.
considerably. For the oil life system to work Level) 0 94 or
properly, the system must be reset every Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) Caution
time the oil is changed. 0 96. When remaining oil life is low, the Use of the incorrect automatic
When the system has calculated that oil life CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will transmission fluid may damage the
has been diminished, it indicates that an oil appear on the display. vehicle, and the damage may not be
change is necessary. A CHANGE ENGINE OIL 2. Press V on the DIC controls and hold covered by the vehicle warranty. Always
SOON message displays. Change the oil as down for a few seconds to clear the use the correct automatic transmission
soon as possible within the next 1 000 km CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message and fluid. See Recommended Fluids and
(600 mi). It is possible that, if driving under reset the oil life at 100%. Lubricants 0 312.
the best conditions, the oil life system may
indicate that an oil change is not necessary
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Change the fluid at the intervals listed in How to Reset the Engine Air Filter Life When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/
Maintenance Schedule 0 304, and be sure to System Filter
use the fluid listed in Recommended Fluids . For intervals on changing and inspecting
and Lubricants 0 312. Reset the system whenever the engine air
filter is replaced so that the system can the engine air filter, see Maintenance
Engine Air Filter Life System calculate the next engine air filter change. Schedule 0 304.
. If equipped with Engine Air Filter Life
If equipped, this feature provides the engine To reset:
System, see Engine Air Filter Life System
air filter’s remaining life and best timing for 1. Place the vehicle in P (Park). 0 237.
a change. The timing to change an engine 2. Select Engine Air Filter Life on the DIC . If driving in very dusty areas, follow the
air filter depends on driving and menu. See Driver Information Center engine air filter inspecting and changing
environmental conditions. (DIC) (Base Level) 0 94 or intervals, see Maintenance Schedule
When to Change the Engine Air Filter Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 304.
0 96.
When the Driver Information Center (DIC) How to Inspect/Replace the Engine Air
displays a message to replace the engine air 3. Press V to move to the Reset/Disable
Cleaner/Filter
filter at the next oil change, follow this display area. Select Reset then press V.
timing. Then press Yes to confirm the reset. Do not start the engine or have the engine
running with the engine air cleaner/filter
When the DIC displays a message to replace 4. 100% Air Filter Life will be displayed housing open. Before removing the engine
the engine air filter soon, replace the engine when the Engine Air Filter Life System is air cleaner/filter, make sure that the engine
air filter at the earliest convenience. successfully reset. air cleaner/filter housing and nearby
The system must be reset after the engine Engine Air Cleaner/Filter components are free of dirt and debris. Do
air filter is changed. not clean the engine air cleaner/filter or
The engine air cleaner/filter is in the engine components with water or compressed air.
If the DIC displays a message to check the compartment on the passenger side of the
engine air filter system, see your dealer. To inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/
vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview
filter:
0 231.
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2. Raise the air cleaner housing cover and
remove the air cleaner/filter from the air { Warning
cleaner housing. Operating the engine with the air
3. Clean the filter sealing surface and the cleaner/filter off can cause you or others
housing. to be burned. Use caution when working
on the engine. Do not start the engine or
{ Warning drive the vehicle with the air cleaner/
If part replacement is necessary, the part filter off, as flames may be present if the
must be replaced with one of the same engine backfires.
part number or with an equivalent part.
Use of a replacement part without the Caution
1.5L L4 Turbo Engine same fit, form, and function may result
in personal injury or damage to the If the air cleaner/filter is off, dirt can
vehicle. easily get into the engine, which could
damage it. Always have the air cleaner/
4. Install the new engine air cleaner/filter. filter in place when driving.
5. Lower the air cleaner housing cover and
secure with the screws. Cooling System
6. If equipped, reset the engine air filter life The cooling system allows the engine to
system after replacing the engine air maintain the correct working temperature.
filter. See Engine Air Filter Life System
0 237.

2.0L L4 Turbo Engine

1. Remove the air cleaner housing cover
screws.
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2. Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap The following explains the cooling system
and how to check and add coolant when it
{ Warning is low. If there is a problem with engine
overheating, see Engine Overheating 0 241.
An underhood electric fan can start up
even when the engine is not running and What to Use
can cause injury. Keep hands, clothing,
and tools away from any underhood { Warning
electric fan. Plain water, or other liquids such as
alcohol, can boil before the proper
coolant mixture will. With plain water or
{ Warning the wrong mixture, the engine could get
1.5L L4 Turbo Engine Do not touch heater or radiator hoses, too hot but there would not be an
or other engine parts. They can be very overheat warning. The engine could catch
hot and can burn you. Do not run the fire and you or others could be burned.
engine if there is a leak; all coolant could
leak out. That could cause an engine fire Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable
and can burn you. Fix any leak before water and DEX-COOL coolant. This mixture:
driving the vehicle. . Gives freezing protection down to −37 °C
(−34 °F), outside temperature.
Engine Coolant . Gives boiling protection up to 129 °C
The cooling system in the vehicle is (265 °F), engine temperature.
filled with DEX-COOL engine coolant mixture. . Protects against rust and corrosion.
See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants . Will not damage aluminum parts.
0 312 and . Helps keep the proper engine
Maintenance Schedule 0 304.
2.0L L4 Turbo Engine temperature.

1. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View)

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Caution How to Add Coolant to the Coolant
Surge Tank
Do not use anything other than a mix of
DEX-COOL coolant that meets GM
Standard GMW3420 and clean, drinkable
{ Warning
water. Anything else can cause damage Spilling coolant on hot engine parts can
to the engine cooling system and the burn you. Coolant contains ethylene
vehicle, which would not be covered by glycol and it will burn if the engine parts
the vehicle warranty. are hot enough.

Never dispose of engine coolant by putting

it in the trash, or by pouring it on the { Warning
ground, or into sewers, streams or bodies of Plain water, or other liquids such as
water. Have the coolant changed by an Check to see if coolant is visible in the
coolant surge tank. If the coolant inside the alcohol, can boil before the proper
authorized service center, familiar with legal coolant mixture will. With plain water or
requirements regarding used coolant coolant surge tank is boiling, do not do
anything else until it cools down. the wrong mixture, the engine could get
disposal. This will help protect the too hot but there would not be an
environment and your health. If coolant is visible but the coolant level is overheat warning. The engine could catch
not 5-10 mm (0.2-0.4 in) above the mid-point
Checking Coolant fire and you or others could be burned.
of the coolant surge tank, add a 50/
The vehicle must be on a level surface when 50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and
checking the coolant level. DEX-COOL coolant.
{ Warning
Be sure the cooling system is cool before
Steam and scalding liquids from a hot
this is done.
cooling system are under pressure.
If no coolant is visible in the coolant surge Turning the pressure cap, even a little,
tank, add coolant as follows: can cause them to come out at high
speed and you could be burned. Never
turn the cap when the cooling system,
(Continued)
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2. Keep turning the cap and remove it. 5. Replace the cap tightly.
Warning (Continued)
6. Check the level in the surge tank when
including the pressure cap, is hot. Wait the cooling system has cooled down.
for the cooling system and pressure cap If the coolant is not at the proper level,
to cool. repeat Steps 1–6 and reinstall the
pressure cap. If the coolant still is not at
the proper level when the system cools
Caution down again, see your dealer.
Failure to follow the specific coolant fill
procedure could cause the engine to Caution
overheat and could cause system If the pressure cap is not tightly installed,
damage. If coolant is not visible in the coolant loss and engine damage may
surge tank, contact your dealer. occur. Be sure the cap is properly and
tightly secured.
The coolant surge tank pressure cap can be 3. Fill the coolant surge tank with the
removed when the cooling system, including proper mixture to 5-10 mm (0.2-0.4 in)
above the mid-point on the coolant Engine Overheating
the surge tank pressure cap and upper
radiator hose, is no longer hot. surge tank. The vehicle has an engine coolant
4. With the coolant surge tank cap off, temperature gauge on the instrument
start the engine and let it run until the cluster to warn of engine overheating. See
upper radiator hose starts getting hot. Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge 0 84.
Watch out for the engine cooling fan. By If the decision is made not to lift the hood
this time, the coolant level inside the when this warning appears, get service help
coolant surge tank may be lower. If the right away. Contact your dealer for
level is lower, add more of the proper additional information.
1. Turn the pressure cap slowly mixture to the coolant surge tank until
counterclockwise. If a hiss is heard, wait the level reaches 5-10 mm (0.2-0.4 in) If the decision is made to lift the hood,
for that to stop. A hiss means there is above the mid-point on the coolant make sure the vehicle is parked on a level
still some pressure left. surge tank. surface.
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Then check to see if the engine cooling fans If No Steam Is Coming from the Engine If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and
are running. If the engine is overheating, Compartment park the vehicle right away.
both fans should be running. If they are not, If there is no sign of steam, idle the engine
do not continue to run the engine. Have the If an engine overheat warning is displayed
but no steam can be seen or heard, the for three minutes while parked. If the
vehicle serviced. warning is still displayed, turn off the
problem may not be too serious. Sometimes
Caution the engine can get a little too hot when the engine until it cools down.
vehicle:
Do not run the engine if there is a leak
. Climbs a long hill on a hot day.
Washer Fluid
in the engine cooling system. This can
cause a loss of all coolant and can . Stops after high-speed driving. What to Use
damage the system and vehicle. Have . Idles for long periods in traffic. When windshield washer fluid is needed, be
any leaks fixed right away. If the overheat warning is displayed with no sure to read the manufacturer's instructions
sign of steam: before use. If operating the vehicle in an
If Steam Is Coming from the Engine 1. Turn the air conditioning off.
area where the temperature may fall below
Compartment freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient
2. Turn the heater on to the highest protection against freezing.
temperature and to the highest fan
{ Warning speed. Open the windows as necessary. Adding Washer Fluid
Steam and scalding liquids from a hot 3. When it is safe to do so, pull off the
cooling system are under pressure. road, shift to P (Park) or N (Neutral), and
Turning the pressure cap, even a little, let the engine idle.
can cause them to come out at high
speed and you could be burned. Never If the engine coolant temperature gauge is
no longer in the overheat zone, the vehicle
turn the cap when the cooling system,
can be driven. Continue to drive the vehicle
including the pressure cap, is hot. Wait slowly for about 10 minutes. Keep a safe
for the cooling system and pressure cap Open the cap with the washer symbol on it.
distance from the vehicle in front. If the Add washer fluid until the tank is full. See
to cool. warning does not come back on, continue to Engine Compartment Overview 0 231 for
drive normally and have the cooling system reservoir location.
checked for proper fill and function.
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new linings are needed. The sound can come Brake pads should be replaced as complete
Caution and go or can be heard all the time when axle sets.
. Do not use washer fluid that contains the vehicle is moving, except when applying
any type of water repellent coating. the brake pedal firmly. Brake Pedal Travel
This can cause the wiper blades to See your dealer if the brake pedal does not
chatter or skip. { Warning return to normal height, or if there is a
. Do not use engine coolant (antifreeze) rapid increase in pedal travel. This could be
The brake wear warning sound means
in the windshield washer. It can a sign that brake service may be required.
that soon the brakes will not work well.
damage the windshield washer system
That could lead to a crash. When the Replacing Brake System Parts
and paint.
brake wear warning sound is heard, have
. Do not mix water with ready-to-use Always replace brake system parts with
the vehicle serviced.
washer fluid. Water can cause the new, approved replacement parts. If this is
solution to freeze and damage the not done, the brakes may not work
washer fluid tank and other parts of Caution properly. The braking performance can
the washer system. change in many ways if the wrong brake
Continuing to drive with worn-out brake parts are installed or if parts are improperly
. When using concentrated washer fluid, linings could result in costly brake installed.
follow the manufacturer instructions repairs.
for adding water. Brake Fluid
. Fill the washer fluid tank only Some driving conditions or climates can
three-quarters full when it is very cold. cause a brake squeal when the brakes are
This allows for fluid expansion if first applied, clearing up following several
freezing occurs, which could damage applications. This does not mean something
the tank if it is completely full. is wrong with the brakes.
Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary
Brakes to help prevent brake pulsation. When tires
Disc brake linings have built-in wear are rotated, inspect brake linings for wear
indicators that make a high-pitched warning and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper
sound when the brake linings are worn and sequence to torque specifications. See
Capacities and Specifications 0 317.
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The brake master cylinder reservoir is filled installed. Add or remove fluid, as necessary,
with GM approved DOT 4 brake fluid as only when work is done on the brake { Warning
indicated on the reservoir cap. See Engine hydraulic system. The wrong or contaminated brake fluid
Compartment Overview 0 231 for the could result in damage to the brake
location of the reservoir. { Warning system. This could result in the loss of
Checking Brake Fluid If too much brake fluid is added, it can braking leading to a possible injury.
spill on the engine and burn, if the Always use the proper GM approved
With the vehicle in P (Park) on a level
surface, the brake fluid level should be engine is hot enough. You or others could brake fluid.
between the minimum and maximum marks be burned, and the vehicle could be
on the brake fluid reservoir. damaged. Add brake fluid only when
Caution
work is done on the brake hydraulic
There are only two reasons why the brake If brake fluid is spilled on the vehicle's
fluid level in the reservoir may go down: system.
painted surfaces, the paint finish can be
. Normal brake lining wear. When new When the brake fluid falls to a low level, damaged. Immediately wash off any
linings are installed, the fluid level goes the brake warning light comes on. See Brake painted surface.
back up. System Warning Light 0 88.
. A fluid leak in the brake hydraulic system. Battery - North America
Brake fluid absorbs water over time which
Have the brake hydraulic system fixed.
degrades the effectiveness of the brake fluid. The original equipment battery is
With a leak, the brakes will not
Replace brake fluid at the specified intervals maintenance free. Do not remove the cap
work well.
to prevent increased stopping distance. See and do not add fluid.
Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap Maintenance Schedule 0 304.
and the area around the cap before The vehicle has a standard 12-volt battery
What to Add under the hood. See Engine Compartment
removing it.
Use only GM approved DOT 4 brake fluid Overview 0 231.
Do not top off the brake fluid. Adding fluid
from a clean, sealed container. See Refer to the replacement number shown on
does not correct a leak. If fluid is added
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 312. the original battery label when a new 12-volt
when the linings are worn, there will be too
much fluid when new brake linings are battery is needed.
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Stop/Start System See California Proposition 65 Warning 0 228 Negative Battery Cable Disconnection
If equipped with the 1.5L L4 engine, the and the back cover.
vehicle has a Stop/Start system to shut off Vehicle Storage { Warning
the engine to help conserve fuel. See Stop/ Before disconnecting the negative battery
Start System 0 184. { Warning cable, turn off all features, turn the
Vehicles with a 1.5L engine have an ignition off, and remove the key,
Batteries have acid that can burn you and
Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) 12-volt battery. if equipped, from the vehicle. If this is
gas that can explode. You can be badly
Installation of a standard 12-volt battery will not done, you or others could be injured,
hurt if you are not careful. See Jump
result in reduced 12-volt battery life. and the vehicle could be damaged.
Starting - North America 0 290 for tips
When using a 12-volt battery charger on the on working around a battery without
12-volt AGM battery, some chargers have an getting hurt. Caution
AGM battery setting on the charger.
If available, use the AGM setting on the Infrequent Usage: Remove the 12-volt If the battery is disconnected with the
charger, to limit charge voltage to 14.8 volts. battery black, negative (−) cable from the ignition on or the vehicle in Retained
battery to keep the battery from Accessory Power (RAP), the OnStar
{ Warning running down. back-up battery will be permanently
discharged and will need to be replaced.
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and Extended Storage: Remove the 12-volt
related accessories contain lead and lead battery black, negative (−) cable from the 1. Make sure the lamps, features, and
compounds, chemicals known to the battery or use a battery trickle charger. accessories are turned off.
State of California to cause cancer and Remember to reconnect the battery when 2. Turn the ignition off and remove the
birth defects or other reproductive harm. ready to drive the vehicle. key, if equipped.
Batteries also contain other chemicals
known to the State of California to cause
cancer. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.
For more information go to
[Link]/
passenger-vehicle.
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For vehicles equipped with the 1.5L engine: For vehicles equipped with the 2.0L engine: Negative Battery Cable Reconnection
Caution
When reconnecting the battery:
. Use the original nut from the vehicle
to secure the negative battery cable.
Do not use a different nut. If you
need a replacement nut, see your
dealer.
. Tighten the nut with a hand tool. Do
not use an impact wrench or power
tools to tighten the nut.
The vehicle could be damaged if these
1. Loosen and remove the negative battery 1. Loosen the negative battery cable nut (1).
guidelines are not followed.
cable nut (1) at the battery sensor 2. Remove the negative battery cable
connection. clamp (2) from the negative battery post.
2. Remove the negative battery cable (2) 3. Cover the negative battery cable clamp, Caution
from the battery sensor stud. and negative battery post with a Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion
3. Cover the negative battery cable non-conductive material to prevent any inhibitors on the nut that secures the
terminal, battery sensor stud, and contact with the negative battery cable. negative battery cable to the vehicle. This
negative battery post with a could damage the vehicle.
non-conductive material to prevent any
contact with the negative battery cable. For vehicles equipped with the 1.5L engine:
1. Install the negative battery cable to the
battery sensor stud.
2. Install the negative battery cable nut to
the battery sensor stud and tighten.
3. Turn the ignition on.
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For vehicles equipped with the 2.0L engine: Park Brake and P (Park) Wiper Blade Replacement
1. Install the negative battery cable clamp Mechanism Check Windshield wiper blades should be inspected
to the negative battery post. for wear or cracking.
2. Tighten the negative battery cable nut. { Warning It is a good idea to clean the wiper blade
3. Turn the ignition on. When you are doing this check, the assembly on a regular basis. When worn,
vehicle could begin to move. You or or when cleaning is ineffective, replace the
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock others could be injured and property wiper blade. For proper windshield wiper
Control Function Check could be damaged. Make sure there is blade length and type, see Maintenance
room in front of the vehicle in case it Replacement Parts 0 313.
{ Warning begins to roll. Be ready to apply the
regular brake at once should the vehicle
Caution
When you are doing this inspection, the
vehicle could move suddenly. If the begin to move. Allowing the wiper arm to touch the
vehicle moves, you or others could be windshield when no wiper blade is
injured. Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle installed could damage the windshield.
facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the Any damage that occurs would not be
1. Before starting this check, be sure there regular brake, set the parking brake. covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not
is enough room around the vehicle. . To check the parking brake's holding allow the wiper arm to touch the
It should be parked on a level surface. ability: With the engine running and the windshield.
2. Apply the parking brake. Be ready to transmission in N (Neutral), slowly remove
apply the regular brake immediately if foot pressure from the regular brake To replace the wiper blade:
the vehicle begins to move. pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by 1. Pull the wiper assembly away from the
the parking brake only. windshield.
3. With the engine off, turn the ignition on,
. To check the P (Park) mechanism's holding
but do not start the engine. Without
applying the regular brake, try to move ability: With the engine running, shift to
the shift lever out of P (Park) with P (Park). Then release the parking brake
normal effort. If the shift lever moves followed by the regular brake.
out of P (Park), contact your dealer for Contact your dealer if service is required.
service.
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Windshield Replacement { Warning
Driver Assistance Systems If the gas struts that hold open the hood,
If the windshield needs to be replaced and trunk, and/or liftgate fail, you or others
the vehicle is equipped with a front camera could be seriously injured. Take the
sensor for the Driver Assistance Systems, a vehicle to your dealer for service
GM replacement windshield is immediately. Visually inspect the gas
recommended. The replacement windshield struts for signs of wear, cracks, or other
must be installed according to GM damage periodically. Check to make sure
specifications for proper alignment. If it is the hood/trunk/liftgate is held open with
not, these systems may not work properly, enough force. If struts are failing to hold
they may display messages, or they may the hood/trunk/liftgate, do not operate.
2. Lift up on the latch in the middle of the not work at all. See your dealer for proper Have the vehicle serviced.
wiper blade where the wiper arm windshield replacement.
attaches. Acoustic Windshield Caution
3. With the latch open, pull the wiper blade
The vehicle is equipped with an acoustic Do not apply tape or hang any objects
down toward the windshield far enough
windshield. If the windshield needs to be from gas struts. Also do not push down
to release it from the J-hooked end of
replaced, be sure to get an acoustic
the wiper arm. or pull on gas struts. This may cause
windshield so you will continue to have the
4. Remove the wiper blade. benefits an acoustic windshield can provide. damage to the vehicle.
5. Reverse Steps 1–3 for wiper blade See Maintenance Schedule 0 304.
replacement. Gas Strut(s)
This vehicle is equipped with gas strut(s) to
provide assistance in lifting and holding
open the hood/trunk/liftgate system in full
open position.
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Bulb Replacement
For the proper type of replacement bulbs,
or any bulb changing procedure not listed in
this section, contact your dealer.

Caution
Do not replace incandescent bulbs with
aftermarket LED replacement bulbs. This
can cause damage to the vehicle electrical
system.

Hood Liftgate Halogen Bulbs

Headlamp Aiming { Warning

Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside
Front Headlamp Aiming and can burst if you drop or scratch the
Headlamp aim has been preset and should bulb. You or others could be injured. Be
need no further adjustment. sure to read and follow the instructions
on the bulb package.
If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, the
headlamp aim may be affected.
If adjustment to the headlamps is necessary,
LED Lighting
see your dealer. This vehicle has several LED lamps. For
replacement of any LED lighting assembly,
contact your dealer.
Trunk
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Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, 3. For the passenger side bulb, remove the Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps,
engine air cleaner housing by gripping
Sidemarker, and Parking Lamps firmly and pulling straight up. and Back-Up Lamps (LS and LT)
4. Remove the cover from the back of the Trunk Deck Inboard Taillamp and
headlamp assembly by turning it Back-Up Lamp
counterclockwise.
5. Press the retaining tab on the electrical
connector to disconnect.
6. Remove the bulb from the lamp
assembly by turning counterclockwise.
7. Replace the bulb and reverse Steps 1–6
to reinstall.
Headlamps (Premier)
Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar See your dealer for replacement.
Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps
1. Sidemarker Lamp
2. Low-Beam Headlamp See your dealer for replacement. 1. Back-Up Lamp
3. High-Beam Headlamp 2. Taillamp
Headlamps (Except Premier) 1. Open the trunk. See Trunk 0 18.
2. Remove the push pins and pull back the
To replace one of the headlamp bulbs: trunk deck trim.
1. Open the hood. See Hood 0 229. 3. Remove the bulb socket by turning
2. For the driver side bulb, remove the counterclockwise and pulling straight out.
windshield washer bottle filler neck by 4. Remove the bulb from the socket.
firmly pulling it straight up and out of
the bottle. 5. Install the new bulb in the bulb socket.
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6. Install the bulb socket by turning To replace any one of these bulbs: Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps,
clockwise. 1. Open the trunk. See Trunk 0 18. and Back-Up Lamps (LT and
7. Install the trunk deck trim. 2. Remove the push pins and pull the trunk Premier)
Stoplamp/Taillamp and Turn Signal Lamp trim away from the taillamp assembly.
3. Remove three hex-nuts from each stud. Caution
4. Remove the lamp by pulling it Improper lamp assembly removal and
straight back. installation can cause leaks and water
5. Remove the bulb socket from the intrusion which may cause damage to
taillamp assembly by turning it the taillamp. Do not remove the taillamp
counterclockwise. assembly to replace a bulb. Use the trunk
6. Remove the bulb from the socket by opening to access the bulb.
turning the bulb counterclockwise
one-quarter turn and pulling it The stoplamp/taillamp and trunk deck
straight out. inboard taillamp are LEDs. To replace, see
your dealer.
7. Install a new bulb into the socket.
8. Install the bulb socket into the taillamp Back-Up Lamp
1. Stop/Tail/Turn Signal Lamp assembly by turning it clockwise. 1. Open the trunk. See Trunk 0 18.
2. Sidemarker Lamp 9. Install the trunk trim, hex nuts, and 2. Remove the push pins and pull back the
push pins. trunk deck trim.
Caution
Improper lamp assembly removal and
installation can cause leaks and water
intrusion which may cause damage to
the taillamp. Do not remove the taillamp
assembly to replace a bulb. Use the trunk
opening to access the bulb.
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License Plate Lamp
To replace one of these bulbs:

3. Remove the bulb socket by turning 3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to
counterclockwise and pulling straight out. remove it from the lamp assembly.
4. Remove the bulb from the socket. 4. Pull the bulb straight out of the bulb
Passenger Side Shown, Driver Side Similar
5. Install the new bulb in the bulb socket. socket.
1. Push the release tab toward the lamp 5. Push the replacement bulb straight into
6. Install the bulb socket by turning
assembly. the bulb socket and turn the bulb socket
clockwise.
2. Pull the lamp assembly down to remove. clockwise to install it into the lamp
7. Install the trunk deck trim. assembly.
6. Push the lamp assembly back into
position until the release tab locks into
place.
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Electrical System When a circuit breaker is used to protect a damage. Always clear ice and heavy snow
circuit and the electrical current load is too from the windshield before using the
High Voltage Devices and Wiring heavy, the circuit breaker will open to windshield wipers.
protect the circuit until the electrical current If the overload is caused by an electrical
returns to normal or the problem is fixed.
{ Warning Once the electrical current returns to normal
problem and not snow or ice, be sure to get
it fixed.
Exposure to high voltage can cause shock, or the problem is fixed the circuit breaker
burns, and even death. The high voltage will close. Fuses and Circuit Breakers
components in the vehicle can only be If there is a problem on the road and a fuse
serviced by technicians with special The wiring circuits in the vehicle are
needs to be replaced, the same amperage protected from short circuits by a
training. fuse can be borrowed. Choose some feature combination of fuses and circuit breakers.
High voltage components are identified of the vehicle that is not needed and replace This greatly reduces the chance of damage
by labels. Do not remove, open, take it as soon as possible. caused by electrical problems.
apart, or modify these components. High Headlamp Wiring
voltage cable or wiring has orange
An electrical overload may cause the lamps
{ Danger
covering or labels. Do not probe, tamper
to go on and off, or in some cases to Fuses and circuit breakers are marked
with, cut, or modify high voltage cable or
remain off. Have the headlamp wiring with their ampere rating. Do not exceed
wiring.
checked right away. the specified amperage rating when
replacing fuses and circuit breakers. Use
Electrical System Overload Windshield Wipers of an oversized fuse or circuit breaker can
The vehicle has fuses and circuit breakers to If the wiper motor overheats due to heavy result in a vehicle fire. You and others
protect against an electrical system snow or ice, the windshield wipers will stop could be seriously injured or killed.
overload. until the motor cools and will then restart.
Fuses and circuit breakers protect power Although the circuit is protected from
devices in the vehicle. electrical overload, overload due to heavy
snow or ice may cause wiper linkage
Replace a bad fuse with a new one of the
identical size and rating.
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Fuses of the same amperage can be There is a fuse puller in the engine
temporarily borrowed from another fuse compartment fuse block. It can be used to
location, if a fuse goes out. Replace the fuse easily remove fuses from the fuse block.
as soon as possible.
Caution
Engine Compartment Fuse Block Spilling liquid on any electrical
component on the vehicle may damage
{ Warning it. Always keep the covers on any
Installation or use of fuses that do not electrical component.
meet GM’s original fuse specifications is
dangerous. The fuses could fail, and result
in a fire. You or others could be injured
or killed, and the vehicle could be
damaged.

See Accessories and Modifications 0 229 and

General Information 0 228.
To check a fuse, look at the silver-colored
band inside the fuse. If the band is broken The engine compartment fuse block is on
or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure to the driver side of the engine compartment.
replace a bad fuse with a new one of the
identical size and rating.
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The vehicle may not be equipped with all of Fuses Usage Fuses Usage
the fuses, relays, and features shown.
18 Antilock brake system 35 Body control module 6/
Fuses Usage
valve Body control module 7
1 –
19 Driver power seat 36 Fuel module
2 –
21 Sunroof 38 –
3 Antilock brake system
22 Parking lamp 39 –
pump/Electric brake
booster 23 Automatic headlamp 40 Steering column lock
leveling/Adaptive forward 41 –
5 –
lighting
6 Rear closure 43 Heated steering wheel
24 –
7 – 44 Headlamp leveling
26 Transmission control
8 Memory seat module module/Ignition 45 –
9 – 27 Instrument panel/Body/ 46 Engine control module/
Ignition Ignition
10 –
28 – 47 –
11 DC DC converter 1
29 Rear vision camera/ 48 –
12 Rear window defogger
Ventilated seats 49 DC DC converter 2
13 Heated mirrors
30 Malfunction indicator 50 –
14 – lamp/Ignition
51 –
15 Passive entry/Passive start 32 Canister vent solenoid/Evap
leak check module 52 –
16 Front wiper
33 Front heated seat 53 –
17 Passenger power seat
34 – 54 –
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Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Relays Usage
55 – 78 Horn 4 –
56 Starter motor 79 Washer pump 20 Rear window defogger
57 – 81 Transmission control 25 Front wiper control
58 – module/Engine control 31 Run/Crank
module
59 High-beam headlamps Left/ 37 Front wiper speed
Right 82 –
42 –
60 Cooling fan 83 Ignition coil
64 Starter motor
61 – 84 Powertrain on engine
66 Powertrain
62 – 85 Shunt
71 –
63 – 86 Shunt
73 Air conditioning
65 Air conditioning 87 –
80 Starter pinion
67 – 88 Aeroshutter
90 –
68 – 89 –
94 –
69 – 91 –
98 –
70 – 92 –

72 Starter pinion 93 Automatic headlamp

leveling
74 –
95 –
75 Engine control
module main 96 –

76 Engine control module 97 –

sense 99 Coolant pump
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Instrument Panel Fuse Block

The instrument panel fuse block is on the

driver side of the instrument panel. To
access the fuses:
1. Pull out at the center of the right edge, The vehicle may not be equipped with all of Fuses Usage
and swing the cover out and to the left. the fuses, relays, and features shown.
2. Remove the cover. F6 Left rear heated seat
Fuses Usage
To reinstall the cover, line up the tabs on F7 Right rear heated seat
F1 Left power windows
the left edge, and press the cover into place. F8 Body control module 3
F2 Right power windows
F9 –
F3 –
F10 Body control module 2
F4 Heating, ventilation, and (with Stop/Start option)
air conditioning blower
F11 –
F5 Body control module 2
(without Stop/Start option) F12 –
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Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Relays Usage
F13 – F29 Body control module 8 K1 –
F14 – F30 Overhead console K2 Interruptible retained
F15 Transmission control F31 Steering wheel controls accessory power
module (with Stop/Start F32 – K3 –
option) K4 –
F33 Heating, ventilation, and
F16 Amplifier air conditioning K5 –
F17 Seat power lumbar F34 Central gateway module
F18 – F35 – Wheels and Tires
F19 – F36 Wireless charger/USB Tires
F20 Body control module 1 charger
(without Stop/Start option) Every new GM vehicle has high-quality
F37 – tires made by a leading tire
F21 Body control module 4 F38 OnStar manufacturer. See the warranty manual
F22 – F39 Display for information regarding the tire
F23 Electric steering warranty and where to get service. For
F40 Obstacle detection
column lock additional information refer to the tire
F41 Body control module 1 manufacturer.
F24 Sensing and diagnostic (with Stop/Start option)
module/Automatic
occupant sensing (Airbag) F42 Radio { Warning
F25 Data link connector F43 – . Poorly maintained and improperly
F44 Console accessory power
used tires are dangerous.
F26 –
outlet – rear (Continued)
F27 AC DC inverter
F28 –
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Consider installing winter tires on the
Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) vehicle if frequent driving on snow or
. Overloading the tires can cause . Improperly repaired tires can cause ice-covered roads is expected. All-season tires
overheating as a result of too a crash. Only the dealer or an provide adequate performance for most
much flexing. There could be a authorized tire service center winter driving conditions, but they may not
offer the same level of traction or
blowout and a serious crash. See should repair, replace, dismount,
performance as winter tires on snow or
Vehicle Load Limits 0 179. and mount the tires. ice-covered roads. See Winter Tires 0 260.
. Underinflated tires pose the same . Do not spin the tires in excess of
danger as overloaded tires. The 56 km/h (35 mph) on slippery Winter Tires
resulting crash could cause serious surfaces such as snow, mud, ice, This vehicle was not originally equipped
injury. Check all tires frequently to etc. Excessive spinning may cause with winter tires. Winter tires are designed
maintain the recommended the tires to explode. for increased traction on snow and
pressure. Tire pressure should be ice-covered roads. Consider installing winter
checked when the tires are cold. See Tire Pressure for High-Speed tires on the vehicle if frequent driving on ice
Operation 0 267 for inflation pressure or snow covered roads is expected. See your
. Overinflated tires are more likely dealer for details regarding winter tire
adjustment for high-speed driving.
to be cut, punctured, or broken by availability and proper tire selection. Also,
a sudden impact — such as when All-Season Tires see Buying New Tires 0 274.
hitting a pothole. Keep tires at the With winter tires, there may be decreased
This vehicle may come with all-season tires.
recommended pressure. These tires are designed to provide good dry road traction, increased road noise, and
. Worn or old tires can cause a overall performance on most road surfaces shorter tread life. After changing to winter
and weather conditions. Original equipment tires, be alert for changes in vehicle
crash. If the tread is badly worn,
tires designed to GM's specific tire handling and braking.
replace them.
performance criteria have a TPC specification If using winter tires:
. Replace any tires that have been code molded onto the sidewall. Original . Use tires of the same brand and tread
damaged by impacts with equipment all-season tires can be identified type on all four wheel positions.
potholes, curbs, etc. by the last two characters of this TPC code,
(Continued) which will be “MS.”
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. Use only radial ply tires of the same size, Tire Sidewall Labeling (2) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria
load range, and speed rating as the Specification) : Original equipment tires
original equipment tires. Useful information about a tire is designed to GM's specific tire
Winter tires with the same speed rating as molded into its sidewall. The examples performance criteria have a TPC
the original equipment tires may not be show a typical passenger vehicle tire specification code molded onto the
available for H, V, W, Y, and ZR speed rated and a compact spare tire sidewall. sidewall. GM's TPC specifications meet
tires. If winter tires with a lower speed or exceed all federal safety guidelines.
rating are chosen, never exceed the tire's
maximum speed capability. (3) DOT (Department of
Transportation) : The Department of
Low-Profile Tires Transportation (DOT) code indicates that
If the vehicle has 245/45R18 or the tire is in compliance with the U.S.
245/40R19 size tires, they are classified Department of Transportation Motor
as low-profile tires. Vehicle Safety Standards.
DOT Tire Date of Manufacture : The last
Caution
four digits of the TIN indicate the tire
Low-profile tires are more susceptible to manufactured date. The first two digits
damage from road hazards or curb impact represent the week and the last two
than standard profile tires. Tire and/or Passenger (P-Metric) Tire Example
digits, the year. For example, the third
wheel assembly damage can occur when (1) Tire Size : The tire size is a week of the year 2020 would have a
coming into contact with road hazards
combination of letters and numbers 4-digit DOT date of 0320. Week 01 is
like potholes, or sharp edged objects,
used to define a particular tire's width, the first full week (Sunday through
or when sliding into a curb. The warranty
does not cover this type of damage. Keep
height, aspect ratio, construction type, Saturday) of each year.
tires set to the correct inflation pressure and service description. See the “Tire
and when possible, avoid contact with Size” illustration in this section.
curbs, potholes, and other road hazards.
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(4) Tire Identification Number (TIN) : (3) Tire Identification Number (TIN) :
The letters and numbers following the The letters and numbers following the
DOT (Department of Transportation) DOT (Department of Transportation)
code are the Tire Identification Number code are the Tire Identification Number
(TIN). The TIN shows the manufacturer (TIN). The TIN shows the manufacturer
and plant code, tire size, and date the and plant code, tire size, and date the
tire was manufactured. The TIN is tire was manufactured. The TIN is
molded onto both sides of the tire, molded onto both sides of the tire,
although only one side may have the although only one side may have the
date of manufacture. date of manufacture.
(5) Tire Ply Material : The type of cord (4) Maximum Cold Inflation Load
and number of plies in the sidewall and Compact Spare Tire Example Limit : Maximum load that can be
under the tread. (1) Tire Ply Material : The type of cord carried and the maximum pressure
(6) Uniform Tire Quality Grading and number of plies in the sidewall and needed to support that load.
(UTQG) : Tire manufacturers are under the tread. (5) Tire Inflation : The temporary use
required to grade tires based on three (2) Temporary Use Only : The compact tire or compact spare tire should be
performance factors: tread wear, spare tire or temporary use tire should inflated to 420 kPa (60 psi). For more
traction, and temperature resistance. not be driven at speeds over 80 km/h information on tire pressure and
For more information see Uniform Tire (50 mph). The compact spare tire is for inflation see Tire Pressure 0 266.
Quality Grading 0 275. emergency use when a regular road tire (6) Tire Size : A combination of letters
(7) Maximum Cold Inflation Load has lost air and gone flat. If the vehicle and numbers define a tire's width,
Limit : Maximum load that can be has a compact spare tire, see Compact height, aspect ratio, construction type,
carried and the maximum pressure Spare Tire 0 289 and and service description. The letter “T” as
needed to support that load. If a Tire Goes Flat 0 278. the first character in the tire size means
the tire is for temporary use only.
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(7) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria (2) Tire Width : The 3-digit number Tire Terminology and Definitions
Specification) : Original equipment tires indicates the tire section width in
designed to GM's specific tire millimeters from sidewall to sidewall. Air Pressure : The amount of air inside
performance criteria have a TPC the tire pressing outward on each
(3) Aspect Ratio : A 2-digit number that square inch of the tire. Air pressure is
specification code molded onto the indicates the tire height-to-width
sidewall. GM's TPC specifications meet expressed in kPa (kilopascal) or psi
measurements. For example, if the tire (pounds per square inch).
or exceed all federal safety guidelines. size aspect ratio is 75, as shown in
item (3) of the illustration, it would Accessory Weight : The combined
Tire Designations weight of optional accessories. Some
mean that the tire's sidewall is
Tire Size 75 percent as high as it is wide. examples of optional accessories are
automatic transmission, power
The example shows a typical passenger (4) Construction Code : A letter code is windows, power seats, and air
vehicle tire size. used to indicate the type of ply conditioning.
construction in the tire. The letter "R"
means radial ply construction; the letter Aspect Ratio : The relationship of a
"D" means diagonal or bias ply tire's height to its width.
construction. Belt : A rubber coated layer of cords
(5) Rim Diameter : Diameter of the between the plies and the tread. Cords
wheel in inches. may be made from steel or other
Passenger (P-Metric) Tire reinforcing materials.
(6) Service Description : These
(1) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire : The characters represent the load index and Bead : The tire bead contains steel
United States version of a metric tire speed rating of the tire. The load index wires wrapped by steel cords that hold
sizing system. The letter "P" as the first represents the load carrying capacity a the tire onto the rim.
character in the tire size means a tire is certified to carry. The speed
passenger vehicle tire engineered to rating is the maximum speed a tire is
standards set by the U.S. Tire and Rim certified to carry a load.
Association.
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Bias Ply Tire : A pneumatic tire in which GVWR : Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. Maximum Inflation Pressure : The
the plies are laid at alternate angles See Vehicle Load Limits 0 179. maximum air pressure to which a cold
less than 90 degrees to the centerline GAWR FRT : Gross Axle Weight Rating tire can be inflated. The maximum air
of the tread. for the front axle. See Vehicle Load pressure is molded onto the sidewall.
Cold Tire Pressure : The amount of air Limits 0 179. Maximum Load Rating : The load rating
pressure in a tire, measured in kPa GAWR RR : Gross Axle Weight Rating for a tire at the maximum permissible
(kilopascal) or psi (pounds per square for the rear axle. See Vehicle Load inflation pressure for that tire.
inch) before a tire has built up heat Limits 0 179. Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight : The
from driving. See Tire Pressure 0 266. sum of curb weight, accessory weight,
Intended Outboard Sidewall : The side
Curb Weight : The weight of a motor of an asymmetrical tire that must vehicle capacity weight, and production
vehicle with standard and optional always face outward when mounted on options weight.
equipment including the maximum a vehicle. Normal Occupant Weight : The number
capacity of fuel, oil, and coolant, but of occupants a vehicle is designed to
without passengers and cargo. Kilopascal (kPa) : The metric unit for air
pressure. seat multiplied by 68 kg (150 lb). See
DOT Markings : A code molded into the Vehicle Load Limits 0 179.
sidewall of a tire signifying that the tire Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire : A tire used
on light duty trucks and some Occupant Distribution : Designated
is in compliance with the U.S. seating positions.
Department of Transportation (DOT) multipurpose passenger vehicles.
Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. The Load Index : An assigned number
DOT code includes the Tire Identification ranging from 1 to 279 that corresponds
Number (TIN), an alphanumeric to the load carrying capacity of a tire.
designator which can also identify the
tire manufacturer, production plant,
brand, and date of production.
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Outward Facing Sidewall : The side of Rim : A metal support for a tire and UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality Grading
an asymmetrical tire that has a upon which the tire beads are seated. Standards) : A tire information system
particular side that faces outward when Sidewall : The portion of a tire between that provides consumers with ratings
mounted on a vehicle. The side of the the tread and the bead. for a tire's traction, temperature, and
tire that contains a whitewall, bears treadwear. Ratings are determined by
white lettering, or bears manufacturer, Speed Rating : An alphanumeric code tire manufacturers using government
brand, and/or model name molding assigned to a tire indicating the testing procedures. The ratings are
that is higher or deeper than the same maximum speed at which a tire can molded into the sidewall of the tire.
moldings on the other sidewall of operate. See Uniform Tire Quality Grading 0 275.
the tire. Traction : The friction between the tire Vehicle Capacity Weight : The number
Passenger (P-Metric) Tire : A tire used and the road surface. The amount of of designated seating positions
on passenger cars and some light duty grip provided. multiplied by 68 kg (150 lb) plus the
trucks and multipurpose vehicles. Tread : The portion of a tire that comes rated cargo load. See Vehicle Load
Recommended Inflation Pressure : into contact with the road. Limits 0 179.
Vehicle manufacturer's recommended Treadwear Indicators : Narrow bands, Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire :
tire inflation pressure as shown on the sometimes called wear bars, that show Load on an individual tire due to curb
tire placard. See Tire Pressure 0 266 and across the tread of a tire when only weight, accessory weight, occupant
Vehicle Load Limits 0 179. 1.6 mm (1/16 in) of tread remains. See weight, and cargo weight.
Radial Ply Tire : A pneumatic tire in When It Is Time for New Tires 0 273.
which the ply cords that extend to the
beads are laid at 90 degrees to the
centerline of the tread.
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Vehicle Placard : A label permanently How the vehicle is loaded affects
Warning (Continued)
attached to a vehicle showing the vehicle handling and ride comfort.
vehicle capacity weight and the original Overinflated tires, or tires that have Never load the vehicle with more
equipment tire size and recommended too much air, can result in: weight than it was designed to carry.
inflation pressure. See “Tire and Loading
. Unusual wear. When to Check
Information Label” under Vehicle Load
Limits 0 179. . Poor handling. Check the pressure of the tires once a
. Rough ride. month or more. Do not forget the
Tire Pressure compact spare, if the vehicle has one.
. Needless damage from road The compact spare cold tire pressure
Tires need the correct amount of air
hazards. should be at 420 kPa (60 psi). See
pressure to operate effectively.
Compact Spare Tire 0 289.
The Tire and Loading Information label
{ Warning on the vehicle indicates the original How to Check
Neither tire underinflation nor equipment tires and the correct cold Use a good quality pocket-type gauge
overinflation is good. Underinflated tire inflation pressures. The to check tire pressure. Proper tire
tires, or tires that do not have recommended pressure is the minimum inflation cannot be determined by
enough air, can result in: air pressure needed to support the looking at the tire. Check the tire
. Tire overloading and overheating, vehicle's maximum load carrying inflation pressure when the tires are
which could lead to a blowout. capacity. See Vehicle Load Limits 0 179. cold, meaning the vehicle has not been
. Premature or irregular wear. driven for at least three hours or no
. Poor handling.
more than 1.6 km (1 mi).
. Reduced fuel economy.
(Continued)
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Remove the valve cap from the tire Tire Pressure for High-Speed Vehicles with tire sizes listed in the High
valve stem. Press the tire gauge firmly Speed Operation Inflation Pressures table
Operation require inflation pressure adjustment when
onto the valve to get a pressure
measurement. If the cold tire inflation driving the vehicle at speeds of 160 km/h
pressure matches the recommended
{ Warning (100 mph) or higher. Set the cold tire
Driving at high speeds, 160 km/h inflation pressure to the corresponding value
pressure on the Tire and Loading in the table for the tire size on the vehicle.
(100 mph) or higher, puts additional
Information label, no further adjustment
strain on tires. Sustained high-speed
is necessary. If the inflation pressure is driving causes excessive heat buildup and
low, add air until the recommended can cause sudden tire failure. This could
pressure is reached. If the inflation cause a crash, and you or others could be
pressure is high, press on the metal killed. Some high-speed rated tires require
stem in the center of the tire valve to inflation pressure adjustment for
release air. high-speed operation. When speed limits
Recheck the tire pressure with the tire and road conditions allow the vehicle to
gauge. be driven at high speeds, make sure the
tires are rated for high-speed operation,
Put the valve caps back on the valve are in excellent condition, and are set to
stems to keep out dirt and moisture. the correct cold tire inflation pressure for
Use only valve caps designed for the the vehicle load.
vehicle by GM. TPMS sensors could be
damaged and would not be covered by
the vehicle warranty.
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High Speed Operation Inflation Pressures
Tire Size Cold Inflation Pressure kPa (psi)
245/40R19 262 kPa (38 psi)

Return the tires to the recommended cold As an added safety feature, your vehicle has Your vehicle has also been equipped with a
tire inflation pressure when high-speed been equipped with a tire pressure TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when
driving has ended. See Vehicle Load Limits monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a the system is not operating properly. The
0 179 and low tire pressure telltale when one or more TPMS malfunction indicator is combined
Tire Pressure 0 266. of your tires is significantly under-inflated. with the low tire pressure telltale. When the
Accordingly, when the low tire pressure system detects a malfunction, the telltale
Tire Pressure Monitor System telltale illuminates, you should stop and will flash for approximately one minute and
The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) check your tires as soon as possible, and then remain continuously illuminated. This
uses radio and sensor technology to check inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving sequence will continue upon subsequent
tire pressure levels. The TPMS sensors on a significantly under-inflated tire causes vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction
monitor the air pressure in your tires and the tire to overheat and can lead to tire exists.
transmit tire pressure readings to a receiver failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel When the malfunction indicator is
located in the vehicle. efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect illuminated, the system may not be able to
Each tire, including the spare (if provided), the vehicle's handling and stopping ability. detect or signal low tire pressure as
should be checked monthly when cold and Please note that the TPMS is not a intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for
inflated to the inflation pressure substitute for proper tire maintenance, and a variety of reasons, including the
recommended by the vehicle manufacturer it is the driver's responsibility to maintain installation of replacement or alternate tires
on the vehicle placard or tire inflation correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the
pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a has not reached the level to trigger TPMS from functioning properly. Always
different size than the size indicated on the illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure check the TPMS malfunction telltale after
vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure telltale. replacing one or more tires or wheels on
label, you should determine the proper tire
inflation pressure for those tires.)
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your vehicle to ensure that the replacement inflate the tires to the recommended an example of the Tire and Loading
or alternate tires and wheels allow the pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label and its location. Also see
TPMS to continue to function properly. Information label. See Vehicle Load Limits Tire Pressure 0 266.
See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation 0 269. 0 179. The TPMS can warn about a low tire
See Radio Frequency Statement 0 328. A message to check the pressure in a pressure condition but it does not replace
specific tire displays in the Driver normal tire maintenance. See Tire Inspection
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation Information Center (DIC). The low tire 0 272, Tire Rotation 0 272 and
pressure warning light and the DIC warning Tires 0 259.
This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure message come on at each ignition cycle
Monitor System (TPMS). The TPMS is until the tires are inflated to the correct Caution
designed to warn the driver when a low tire inflation pressure. Using the DIC, tire Tire sealant materials are not all the
pressure condition exists. TPMS sensors are pressure levels can be viewed. For additional same. A non-approved tire sealant could
mounted onto each tire and wheel information and details about the DIC
assembly, excluding the spare tire and damage the TPMS sensors. TPMS sensor
operation and displays see Driver damage caused by using an incorrect tire
wheel assembly. The TPMS sensors monitor Information Center (DIC) (Base Level) 0 94 or
the air pressure in the tires and transmit the sealant is not covered by the vehicle
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel)
tire pressure readings to a receiver located warranty. Always use only the GM
0 96.
in the vehicle. approved tire sealant available through
The low tire pressure warning light may your dealer or included in the vehicle.
come on in cool weather when the vehicle is
first started, and then turn off as the vehicle Factory-installed Tire Inflator Kits use a
is driven. This could be an early indicator GM-approved liquid tire sealant. Using
that the air pressure is getting low and non-approved tire sealants could damage the
needs to be inflated to the proper pressure. TPMS sensors. See Tire Sealant and
A Tire and Loading Information label, Compressor Kit 0 279 for information
When a low tire pressure condition is attached to your vehicle, shows the size of regarding the inflator kit materials and
detected, the TPMS illuminates the low tire the original equipment tires and the correct instructions.
pressure warning light located on the inflation pressure for the tires when they
instrument cluster. If the warning light are cold. See Vehicle Load Limits 0 179, for
comes on, stop as soon as possible and
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TPMS Malfunction Light and Message . One or more TPMS sensors are missing or 1. Park the vehicle in a safe, level place.
damaged. The malfunction light and the 2. Set the parking brake firmly.
The TPMS will not function properly if one DIC message should go off when the
or more of the TPMS sensors are missing or TPMS sensors are installed and the sensor 3. Place the vehicle in P (Park).
inoperable. When the system detects a matching process is performed 4. Add air to the tire that is underinflated.
malfunction, the low tire pressure warning successfully. See your dealer for service. The turn signal lamp will flash.
light flashes for about one minute and then
. Replacement tires or wheels do not match When the recommended pressure is
stays on for the remainder of the ignition
cycle. A DIC warning message also displays. the original equipment tires or wheels. reached, the horn sounds once and the
The malfunction light and DIC warning Tires and wheels other than those turn signal lamp will stop flashing and
message come on at each ignition cycle recommended could prevent the TPMS briefly turn solid.
until the problem is corrected. Some of the from functioning properly. See Buying Repeat these steps for all underinflated tires
conditions that can cause these to come New Tires 0 274. that have illuminated the low tire pressure
on are: . Operating electronic devices or being near warning light.
. One of the road tires has been replaced facilities using radio wave frequencies
with the spare tire. The spare tire does similar to the TPMS could cause the TPMS { Warning
not have a TPMS sensor. The malfunction sensors to malfunction.
Overinflating a tire could cause the tire
light and DIC message should go off after If the TPMS is not functioning properly it to rupture and you or others could be
the road tire is replaced and the sensor cannot detect or signal a low tire pressure injured. Do not exceed the maximum
matching process is performed condition. See your dealer for service if the
pressure listed on the tire sidewall. See
successfully. See “TPMS Sensor Matching TPMS malfunction light and DIC message
Process” later in this section. Tire Sidewall Labeling 0 261 and
come on and stay on.
Vehicle Load Limits 0 179.
. The TPMS sensor matching process was
Tire Fill Alert (If Equipped)
not done or not completed successfully If the tire is overinflated by more than
after rotating the tires. The malfunction This feature provides visual and audible 35 kPa (5 psi), the horn will sound multiple
light and the DIC message should go off alerts outside the vehicle to help when times and the turn signal lamp will continue
after successfully completing the sensor inflating an underinflated tire to the to flash for several seconds after filling
matching process. See "TPMS Sensor recommended cold tire pressure. stops. To release and correct the pressure,
Matching Process" later in this section. When the low tire pressure warning light while the turn signal lamp is still flashing,
comes on:
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briefly press the center of the valve stem. TPMS Sensor Matching Process 2. Place the vehicle in Service Mode. See
When the recommended pressure is reached, Ignition Positions 0 182.
Each TPMS sensor has a unique
the horn sounds once. 3. If equipped, make sure the Tire Pressure
identification code. The identification code
If the turn signal lamp does not flash within needs to be matched to a new tire/wheel info page option is turned on. The info
15 seconds after starting to inflate the tire, position after rotating the vehicle’s tires or pages on the DIC can be turned on and
the tire fill alert has not been activated or is replacing one or more of the TPMS sensors. off through the Options menu. See Driver
not working. The TPMS sensor matching process should Information Center (DIC) (Base Level)
also be performed after replacing a spare 0 94 or
If the hazard warning flashers are on, the Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel)
tire fill alert visual feedback will not work tire with a road tire containing the TPMS
sensor. The malfunction light and the DIC 0 96.
properly.
message should go off at the next ignition 4. Use the DIC controls on the right side of
The TPMS will not activate the tire fill alert cycle. The sensors are matched to the tire/ the steering wheel to scroll to the Tire
properly under the following conditions: wheel positions, using a TPMS relearn tool, Pressure screen under the DIC info page.
. There is interference from an external in the following order: driver side front tire,
5. Press and hold V in the center of the
device or transmitter. passenger side front tire, passenger side rear
DIC controls.
. The air pressure from the inflation device tire, and driver side rear tire. See your
is not sufficient to inflate the tire. dealer for service or to purchase a relearn A message requesting acceptance of the
tool. A TPMS relearn tool can also be process may display.
. There is a malfunction in the TPMS.
purchased. See Tire Pressure Monitor Sensor The horn sounds twice to signal the
. There is a malfunction in the horn or turn
Activation Tool at receiver is in relearn mode and the TIRE
signal lamps. [Link] or call LEARNING ACTIVE message displays on
. The identification code of the TPMS 1-800-GM TOOLS (1-800-468-6657). the DIC display.
sensor is not registered to the system.
There are two minutes to match the first 6. Start with the driver side front tire.
. The battery of the TPMS sensor is low.
tire/wheel position, and five minutes overall 7. Place the relearn tool against the tire
If the tire fill alert does not operate due to to match all four tire/wheel positions. If it sidewall, near the valve stem. Then press
TPMS interference, move the vehicle about takes longer, the matching process stops the button to activate the TPMS sensor.
1 m (3 ft) back or forward and try again. and must be restarted. A horn chirp confirms that the sensor
If the tire fill alert feature is not working, The TPMS sensor matching process is: identification code has been matched to
use a tire pressure gauge. this tire and wheel position.
1. Set the parking brake.
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8. Proceed to the passenger side front tire, . The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut,
and repeat the procedure in Step 7. or snagged deep enough to show
9. Proceed to the passenger side rear tire, cord or fabric.
and repeat the procedure in Step 7. . The tire has a bump, bulge, or split.
10. Proceed to the driver side rear tire, and . The tire has a puncture, cut, or other
repeat the procedure in Step 7. The horn damage that cannot be repaired well
sounds two times to indicate the sensor
identification code has been matched to
because of the size or location of the
the driver side rear tire, and the TPMS damage.
sensor matching process is no longer
active. The TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE
Tire Rotation
message on the DIC display goes off. Tires should be rotated every 12 000 km
11. Turn the vehicle off. (7,500 mi). See Maintenance Schedule Use this rotation pattern when rotating
12. Set all four tires to the recommended air 0 304. the tires.
pressure level as indicated on the Tire Tires are rotated to achieve a more Do not include the compact spare tire
and Loading Information label. uniform wear for all tires. The first in the tire rotation.
Tire Inspection rotation is the most important.
Adjust the front and rear tires to the
We recommend that the tires, including Anytime unusual wear is noticed, recommended inflation pressure on the
the spare tire, if the vehicle has one, be rotate the tires as soon as possible, Tire and Loading Information label after
inspected for signs of wear or damage check for proper tire inflation pressure, the tires have been rotated. See Tire
at least once a month. and check for damaged tires or wheels. Pressure 0 266 and
If the unusual wear continues after Vehicle Load Limits 0 179.
Replace the tire if: the rotation, check the wheel
. The indicators at three or more
Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor System.
alignment. See When It Is Time for New
See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
places around the tire can be seen. Tires 0 273 and
0 269.
. There is cord or fabric showing Wheel Replacement 0 276.
through the tire's rubber.
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Check that all wheel nuts are properly 1.6 mm (1/16 in) or less of tread remaining.
tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque” { Warning See Tire Inspection 0 272 and
under Capacities and Specifications Do not apply grease to the wheel Tire Rotation 0 272 for additional
0 317, and “Removing the Flat Tire and mounting surface, wheel conical information.
Installing the Spare Tire” under Tire seats, or the wheel nuts or bolts. The rubber in tires ages over time. This also
Changing 0 285. Grease applied to these areas could applies to the spare tire, if the vehicle has
cause a wheel to become loose or one, even if it is never used. Multiple factors
{ Warning come off, resulting in a crash. including temperatures, loading conditions,
and inflation pressure maintenance affect
Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the how fast aging takes place. GM recommends
parts to which it is fastened, can When It Is Time for New Tires that tires, including the spare if equipped,
cause wheel nuts to become loose Factors, such as maintenance, temperatures, be replaced after six years, regardless of
over time. The wheel could come off driving speeds, vehicle loading, and road tread wear. To identify the age of a tire, use
and cause a crash. When changing a conditions affect the wear rate of the tires. the tire manufacture date, which is the last
wheel, remove any rust or dirt from four digits of the DOT Tire Identification
places where the wheel attaches to Number (TIN) molded into one side of the
tire sidewall. The last four digits of the TIN
the vehicle. In an emergency, a cloth indicate the tire manufactured date. The
or paper towel can be used; however, first two digits represent the week and the
use a scraper or wire brush later to last two digits, the year. For example, the
remove all rust or dirt. third week of the year 2020 would have a
4-digit DOT date of 0320. Week 01 is the
Lightly coat the inner diameter of the first full week (Sunday through Saturday) of
wheel hub opening with wheel bearing each year.
grease after a wheel change or tire
Vehicle Storage
rotation to prevent corrosion or rust
buildup. Tires age when stored normally mounted on
Treadwear indicators are one way to tell a parked vehicle. Park a vehicle that will be
when it is time for new tires. Treadwear stored for at least a month in a cool, dry,
indicators appear when the tires have only clean area away from direct sunlight to slow
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aging. This area should be free of grease, TPC Spec number is molded onto the
gasoline, or other substances that can Warning (Continued)
tire's sidewall near the tire size. If the
deteriorate rubber. tires have an all-season tread design, death. Only your dealer or authorized
Parking for an extended period can cause the TPC Spec number will be followed tire service center should mount or
flat spots on the tires that may result in by MS for mud and snow. See Tire dismount the tires.
vibrations while driving. When storing a Sidewall Labeling 0 261 for additional
vehicle for at least a month, remove the information.
tires or raise the vehicle to reduce the { Warning
weight from the tires. GM recommends replacing worn tires in
complete sets of four. Uniform tread Mixing tires of different sizes (other
Buying New Tires depth on all tires will help to maintain than those originally installed on the
the performance of the vehicle. Braking vehicle), brands, tread patterns,
GM has developed and matched specific or types may cause loss of vehicle
tires for the vehicle. The original and handling performance may be
adversely affected if all the tires are not control, resulting in a crash or other
equipment tires installed were designed vehicle damage. Use the correct size,
to meet General Motors Tire replaced at the same time. If proper
rotation and maintenance have been brand, and type of tire on all wheels.
Performance Criteria Specification (TPC
Spec) system rating. When replacement done, all four tires should wear out at
tires are needed, GM strongly about the same time. However, if it is { Warning
recommends buying tires with the same necessary to replace only one axle set
of worn tires, place the new tires on Using bias-ply tires on the vehicle
TPC Spec rating. may cause the wheel rim flanges to
the rear axle. See Tire Rotation 0 272.
GM's exclusive TPC Spec system develop cracks after many miles of
considers over a dozen critical { Warning driving. A tire and/or wheel could fail
specifications that impact the overall suddenly and cause a crash. Use only
performance of the vehicle, including Tires could explode during improper radial-ply tires with the wheels on
brake system performance, ride and service. Attempting to mount or the vehicle.
handling, traction control, and tire dismount a tire could cause injury or
(Continued)
pressure monitoring performance. GM's
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Winter tires with the same speed rating stability control, or All-Wheel Drive, the The Uniform Tire Quality Grading
as the original equipment tires may not performance of these systems can also be (UTQG) system does not apply to deep
be available for H, V, W, Y and ZR affected. tread, winter tires, compact spare tires,
speed rated tires. Never exceed the tires with nominal rim diameters of
winter tires’ maximum speed capability { Warning 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), or to some
when using winter tires with a lower If different sized wheels are used, there limited-production tires.
speed rating. may not be an acceptable level of
performance and safety if tires not While the tires available on General
If the vehicle tires must be replaced recommended for those wheels are Motors passenger cars and light trucks
with a tire that does not have a TPC selected. This increases the chance of a may vary with respect to these grades,
Spec number, make sure they are the crash and serious injury. Only use GM they must also conform to federal
same size, load range, speed rating, and specific wheel and tire systems developed safety requirements and additional
construction (radial) as the original for the vehicle, and have them properly General Motors Tire Performance
tires. installed by a GM certified technician. Criteria (TPC) standards.
The Tire and Loading Information label Quality grades can be found where
See Buying New Tires 0 274 and
indicates the original equipment tires Accessories and Modifications 0 229. applicable on the tire sidewall between
on the vehicle. See Vehicle Load Limits tread shoulder and maximum section
0 179. Uniform Tire Quality Grading width. For example:
Different Size Tires and Wheels The following information relates to the Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A
system developed by the United States All Passenger Car Tires Must Conform to
If wheels or tires are installed that are a
National Highway Traffic Safety Federal Safety Requirements In Addition
different size than the original equipment
wheels and tires, vehicle performance, Administration (NHTSA), which grades To These Grades.
including its braking, ride and handling tires by treadwear, traction, and
characteristics, stability, and resistance to temperature performance. This applies Treadwear
rollover may be affected. If the vehicle has only to vehicles sold in the United The treadwear grade is a comparative
electronic systems such as antilock brakes, States. The grades are molded on the rating based on the wear rate of the
rollover airbags, traction control, electronic sidewalls of most passenger car tires. tire when tested under controlled
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conditions on a specified government Temperature Wheel Alignment and Tire
test course. For example, a tire graded The temperature grades are A (the Balance
150 would wear one and one-half (1½) highest), B, and C, representing the
times as well on the government course The tires and wheels were aligned and
tire's resistance to the generation of balanced at the factory to provide the
as a tire graded 100. The relative heat and its ability to dissipate heat longest tire life and best overall
performance of tires depends upon the when tested under controlled conditions performance. Adjustments to wheel
actual conditions of their use, however, on a specified indoor laboratory test alignment and tire balancing are not
and may depart significantly from the wheel. Sustained high temperature can necessary on a regular basis. Consider an
norm due to variations in driving habits, cause the material of the tire to alignment check if there is unusual tire wear
service practices and differences in road degenerate and reduce tire life, and or the vehicle is significantly pulling to one
characteristics and climate. side or the other. Some slight pull to the
excessive temperature can lead to left or right, depending on the crown of the
Traction sudden tire failure. The grade C road and/or other road surface variations
corresponds to a level of performance such as troughs or ruts, is normal. If the
The traction grades, from highest to
which all passenger car tires must meet vehicle is vibrating when driving on a
lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those
under the Federal Motor Safety smooth road, the tires and wheels may
grades represent the tire's ability to need to be rebalanced. See your dealer for
Standard No. 109. Grades B and A
stop on wet pavement as measured proper diagnosis.
represent higher levels of performance
under controlled conditions on specified
on the laboratory test wheel than the
government test surfaces of asphalt and
minimum required by law. Warning:
Wheel Replacement
concrete. A tire marked C may have Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked,
The temperature grade for this tire is
poor traction performance. Warning: or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel nuts
established for a tire that is properly
The traction grade assigned to this tire keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts,
inflated and not overloaded. Excessive
is based on straight-ahead braking and wheel nuts should be replaced. If the
speed, underinflation, or excessive wheel leaks air, replace it. Some aluminum
traction tests, and does not include
loading, either separately or in wheels can be repaired. See your dealer if
acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning,
combination, can cause heat buildup any of these conditions exist.
or peak traction characteristics.
and possible tire failure.
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Your dealer will know the kind of wheel that Used Replacement Wheels
is needed. Warning (Continued)
Each new wheel should have the same { Warning traction device if it contacts the vehicle.
load-carrying capacity, diameter, width, Replacing a wheel with a used one is Do not spin the wheels. If traction
offset, and be mounted the same way as dangerous. How it has been used or how devices are used, install them on the
the one it replaces. far it has been driven may be unknown. front tires.
Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel nuts, It could fail suddenly and cause a crash.
or Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) When replacing wheels, use a new GM Caution
sensors with new GM original equipment original equipment wheel.
parts. If the vehicle is equipped with a tire size
other than 245/45R18 or 245/40R19, use
Tire Chains tire chains only where legal and only
{ Warning when necessary. Use low profile chains
Using the wrong replacement wheels, { Warning that add no more than 12 mm thickness
wheel bolts, or wheel nuts can be If the vehicle has 245/45R18 or 245/40R19 to the tire tread and inner sidewall. Use
dangerous. It could affect the braking and size tires, do not use tire chains. There is chains that are the proper size for the
handling of the vehicle. Tires can lose air, not enough clearance. Tire chains used on tires. Install them on the tires of the
and cause loss of control, causing a crash. a vehicle without the proper amount of front axle. Do not use chains on the tires
Always use the correct wheel, wheel clearance can cause damage to the of the rear axle. Tighten them as tightly
bolts, and wheel nuts for replacement. brakes, suspension, or other vehicle parts. as possible with the ends securely
The area damaged by the tire chains fastened. Drive slowly and follow the
Caution could cause loss of control and a crash. chain manufacturer's instructions. If the
Use another type of traction device only chains contact the vehicle, stop and
The wrong wheel can also cause if its manufacturer recommends it for the retighten them. If the contact continues,
problems with bearing life, brake cooling, vehicle's tire size combination and road slow down until it stops. Driving too fast
speedometer or odometer calibration, conditions. Follow that manufacturer's or spinning the wheels with chains on
headlamp aim, bumper height, vehicle instructions. To avoid vehicle damage, will damage the vehicle.
ground clearance, and tire or tire chain drive slow and readjust or remove the
clearance to the body and chassis. (Continued)
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If a Tire Goes Flat Warning (Continued) { Warning
It is unusual for a tire to blow out while on while severely underinflated or flat Changing a tire can be dangerous. The
driving, especially if the tires are maintained
may cause a blowout and a serious crash. vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over
properly. See Tires 0 259. If air goes out of
Never attempt to re-inflate a tire that has or fall causing injury or death. Find a
a tire, it is much more likely to leak out
slowly. But if there is ever a blowout, here been driven on while severely level place to change the tire. To help
are a few tips about what to expect and underinflated or flat. Have your dealer or prevent the vehicle from moving:
what to do: an authorized tire service center repair or 1. Set the parking brake firmly.
replace the flat tire as soon as possible.
If a front tire fails, the flat tire creates a 2. Put an automatic transmission in
drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side. P (Park) or a manual transmission in
Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and
grip the steering wheel firmly. Steer to
{ Warning 1 (First) or R (Reverse).
Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to 3. Turn off the engine and do not
maintain lane position, and then gently
do maintenance or repairs is dangerous restart while the vehicle is raised.
brake to a stop, well off the road,
if possible. without the appropriate safety equipment 4. Do not allow passengers to remain
and training. If a jack is provided with in the vehicle.
A rear blowout, particularly on a curve, acts
much like a skid and may require the same the vehicle, it is designed only for 5. Place wheel blocks, if equipped, on
correction as used in a skid. Stop pressing changing a flat tire. If it is used for both sides of the tire at the opposite
the accelerator pedal and steer to straighten anything else, you or others could be corner of the tire being changed.
the vehicle. It may be very bumpy and badly injured or killed if the vehicle slips
noisy. Gently brake to a stop, well off the off the jack. If a jack is provided with the This vehicle may come with a jack and spare
road, if possible. vehicle, only use it for changing a tire or a tire sealant and compressor kit. To
flat tire. use the jacking equipment to change a spare
{ Warning tire safely, follow the instructions below.
Then see Tire Changing 0 285. To use the
If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and
Driving on a flat tire will cause wheel damage by driving slowly to a level tire sealant and compressor kit, see Tire
permanent damage to the tire. place, well off the road, if possible. Turn on Sealant and Compressor Kit 0 279.
Re-inflating a tire after it has been driven the hazard warning flashers. See Hazard
(Continued) Warning Flashers 0 106.
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When the vehicle has a flat tire (2), use the If this vehicle has a tire sealant and
following example as a guide to assist you Warning (Continued) compressor kit, there may not be a spare
in the placement of wheel blocks (1), Never run the engine in an enclosed area tire or tire changing equipment, and on
if equipped. that has no fresh air ventilation. For more some vehicles there may not be a place to
information, see Engine Exhaust 0 188. store a tire.
The tire sealant and compressor can be used
to temporarily seal punctures up to 6 mm
{ Warning (0.25 in) in the tread area of the tire. It can
Overinflating a tire could cause the tire also be used to inflate an underinflated tire.
to rupture and you or others could be If the tire has been separated from the
injured. Be sure to read and follow the wheel, has damaged sidewalls, or has a
tire sealant and compressor kit large puncture, the tire is too severely
instructions and inflate the tire to its damaged for the tire sealant and
1. Wheel Block (If Equipped) recommended pressure. Do not exceed compressor kit to be effective. See Roadside
2. Flat Tire the recommended pressure. Assistance Program 0 323.

The following information explains how to Read and follow all of the tire sealant and
repair or change a tire. compressor kit instructions.
{ Warning
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit Storing the tire sealant and compressor
kit or other equipment in the passenger
{ Warning compartment of the vehicle could cause
Idling a vehicle in an enclosed area with injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose
poor ventilation is dangerous. Engine equipment could strike someone. Store
exhaust may enter the vehicle. Engine the tire sealant and compressor kit in its
exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO) original location.
which cannot be seen or smelled. It can
cause unconsciousness and even death.
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The kit includes: Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor
Kit to Temporarily Seal and Inflate a
Punctured Tire
When using the tire sealant and compressor
kit during cold temperatures, warm the kit
in a heated environment for five minutes.
This will help to inflate the tire faster.
If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and
wheel damage by driving slowly to a level
place. Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
See Hazard Warning Flashers 0 106.
9. Power Plug See If a Tire Goes Flat 0 278 for other
10. Air Only Hose important safety warnings.
1. Sealant Canister Inlet Valve Tire Sealant Do not remove any objects that have
2. Sealant/Air Hose penetrated the tire.
3. Base of Sealant Canister Read and follow the safe handling
instructions on the label adhered to the tire 1. Remove the tire sealant canister (4) and
4. Tire Sealant Canister
sealant canister (4). compressor from its storage location. See
5. On/Off Button Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor
6. Slot on Top of Compressor Check the tire sealant expiration date on the Kit 0 284.
7. Pressure Deflation Button tire sealant canister. The tire sealant
canister (4) should be replaced before its 2. Remove the air only hose (10) and the
8. Pressure Gauge
expiration date. Replacement tire sealant power plug (9) from the bottom of the
canisters are available at your local dealer. compressor.
3. Place the compressor on the ground near
There is only enough sealant to seal one
the flat tire.
tire. After usage, the tire sealant canister
must be replaced.
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5. Slide the base of the tire sealant If the vehicle has an accessory power
canister (3) into the slot on the top of outlet, do not use the cigarette lighter.
the compressor (6) to hold it upright. If the vehicle only has a cigarette lighter,
Make sure the tire valve stem is use the cigarette lighter.
positioned close to the ground so the Do not pinch the power plug cord in the
hose will reach it. door or window.
6. Remove the valve stem cap from the flat 9. Start the vehicle. The vehicle must be
tire by turning it counterclockwise. running while using the air compressor.
10. Press the on/off button (5) to turn the
tire sealant and compressor kit on.
The compressor will inject sealant and air
4. Attach the air only hose (10) to the into the tire.
sealant canister inlet valve (1) by turning The pressure gauge (8) will initially show
it clockwise until tight. a high pressure while the compressor
pushes the sealant into the tire. Once
the sealant is completely dispersed into
the tire, the pressure will quickly drop
and start to rise again as the tire inflates
with air only.
11. Inflate the tire to the recommended
7. Attach the sealant/air hose (2) to the tire inflation pressure using the pressure
valve stem by turning it clockwise until gauge (8). The recommended inflation
tight. pressure can be found on the Tire and
8. Plug the power plug (9) into the Loading Information label. See Tire
accessory power outlet in the vehicle. Pressure 0 266.
Unplug all items from other accessory The pressure gauge (8) may read higher
power outlets. See Power Outlets 0 77. than the actual tire pressure while the
compressor is on. Turn the compressor
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off to get an accurate pressure reading. 14. Turn the sealant/air hose (2) Do not exceed the speed on this label
The compressor may be turned on/off counterclockwise to remove it from the until the damaged tire is repaired or
until the correct pressure is reached. tire valve stem. replaced.
15. Replace the tire valve stem cap. 21. Return the equipment to its original
Caution storage location in the vehicle.
16. Remove the tire sealant canister (4) from
If the recommended pressure cannot be the slot on top of the compressor (6). 22. Immediately drive the vehicle 8 km
reached after approximately 25 minutes, (5 mi) to distribute the sealant in
17. Turn the air only hose (10)
the vehicle should not be driven farther. the tire.
counterclockwise to remove it from the
The tire is too severely damaged and the
tire sealant canister inlet valve (1). 23. Stop at a safe location and check the tire
tire sealant and compressor kit cannot pressure. Refer to Steps 1–10 under
inflate the tire. Remove the power plug 18. Turn the sealant/air hose (2) clockwise
onto the sealant canister inlet valve (1) “Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor
from the accessory power outlet and Kit without Sealant to Inflate a Tire (Not
to prevent sealant leakage.
unscrew the inflating hose from the tire Punctured).”
valve. See Roadside Assistance Program 19. Return the air only hose (10) and power
plug (9) back to their original storage If the tire pressure has fallen more than
0 323. 68 kPa (10 psi) below the recommended
location.
inflation pressure, stop driving the
12. Press the on/off button (5) to turn the vehicle. The tire is too severely damaged
tire sealant and compressor kit off. and the tire sealant cannot seal the tire.
The tire is not sealed and will continue See Roadside Assistance Program 0 323.
to leak air until the vehicle is driven and If the tire pressure has not dropped
the sealant is distributed in the tire. more than 68 kPa (10 psi) from the
Therefore, Steps 13–21 must be done recommended inflation pressure, inflate
immediately after Step 12. 20. If the flat tire was able to inflate to the the tire to the recommended inflation
Be careful while handling the tire sealant recommended inflation pressure, remove pressure.
and compressor kit as it could be warm the maximum speed label from the 24. Wipe off any sealant from the wheel,
after usage. sealant canister and place it in a highly tire, or vehicle.
13. Unplug the power plug (9) from the visible location.
accessory power outlet in the vehicle.
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25. Dispose of the used tire sealant 1. Sealant Canister Inlet Valve 1. Remove the compressor from its storage
canister (4) at a local dealer or in 2. Sealant/Air Hose location. See Storing the Tire Sealant and
accordance with local state codes and 3. Base of Sealant Canister Compressor Kit 0 284.
practices. 4. Tire Sealant Canister 2. Remove the air only hose (10) and the
26. Replace it with a new canister available 5. On/Off Button power plug (9) from the bottom of the
from your dealer. 6. Slot on Top of Compressor compressor.
27. After temporarily sealing a tire using the 7. Pressure Deflation Button 3. Place the compressor on the ground near
tire sealant and compressor kit, take the 8. Pressure Gauge the flat tire.
vehicle to an authorized dealer within Make sure the tire valve stem is
161 km (100 mi) of driving to have the positioned close to the ground so the
tire repaired or replaced. hose will reach it.
Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor 4. Remove the valve stem cap from the flat
Kit without Sealant to Inflate a Tire (Not tire by turning it counterclockwise.
Punctured) 5. Attach the air only hose (10) to the tire
valve stem by turning it clockwise until
The kit includes:
tight.
6. Plug the power plug (9) into the
accessory power outlet in the vehicle.
Unplug all items from other accessory
power outlets. See Power Outlets 0 77.
9. Power Plug
10. Air Only Hose
If the vehicle has an accessory power
outlet, do not use the cigarette lighter.
If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and If the vehicle only has a cigarette lighter,
wheel damage by driving slowly to a level use the cigarette lighter.
place. Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
See Hazard Warning Flashers 0 106. Do not pinch the power plug cord in the
door or window.
See If a Tire Goes Flat 0 278 for other
important safety warnings.
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7. Start the vehicle. The vehicle must be
Caution (Continued) Storing the Tire Sealant and
running while using the air compressor.
unscrew the inflating hose from the tire Compressor Kit
8. Press the on/off button (5) to turn the
tire sealant and compressor kit on. valve. See Roadside Assistance Program To access the tire sealant and
0 323. compressor kit:
The compressor will inflate the tire with
air only. 1. Open the trunk. See Trunk 0 18.
10. Press the on/off button (5) to turn the
9. Inflate the tire to the recommended tire sealant and compressor kit off. 2. Lift the cover.
inflation pressure using the pressure Be careful while handling the compressor
gauge (8). The recommended inflation as it could be warm after usage.
pressure can be found on the Tire and
Loading Information label. See Tire 11. Unplug the power plug (9) from the
Pressure 0 266. accessory power outlet in the vehicle.
The pressure gauge (8) may read higher 12. Turn the air only hose (10)
than the actual tire pressure while the counterclockwise to remove it from the
compressor is on. Turn the compressor tire valve stem.
off to get an accurate pressure reading. 13. Replace the tire valve stem cap.
The compressor may be turned on/off 14. Return the air only hose (10) and power
until the correct pressure is reached. plug (9) back to their original storage
location.
Caution
15. Return the equipment to its original 3. Turn the wing nut counterclockwise to
If the recommended pressure cannot be storage location in the vehicle. remove the tire sealant and compressor
reached after approximately 25 minutes,
The tire sealant and compressor kit has kit bag.
the vehicle should not be driven farther.
accessory adapters located in a 4. Remove the tire sealant and compressor
The tire is too severely damaged and the
compartment on the bottom of its housing kit from the bag.
tire sealant and compressor kit cannot
that can be used to inflate air mattresses,
inflate the tire. Remove the power plug balls, etc. To store the tire sealant and compressor kit,
from the accessory power outlet and reverse the steps.
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Tire Changing 4. The jack and tools are stored below the Do not try to remove plastic caps from
spare tire. Remove them from their the cover or center cap.
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools container and place them near the tire 3. Pull the cover or center cap away from
being changed. the wheel. Store the wheel cover in the
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the cargo area until you have the flat tire
repaired or replaced.
Spare Tire

1. Jack
2. Wrench
3. Tow Hook (If Equipped)
4. Extension Bolt 4. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise
Take off the wheel cover or center cap,
5. Insulator Pad to loosen all the wheel nuts, but do not
if the vehicle has one, to reach the wheel
remove them yet.
To access the spare tire and tools: bolts.
5. Place the jack near the flat tire.
1. Open the trunk. 1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See
If a Tire Goes Flat 0 278. 6. Put the compact spare tire near you.
2. Remove the spare tire cover.
2. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise
3. Turn the retainer nut counterclockwise to loosen and remove the wheel
and remove the spare tire. Place the nut caps.
spare tire next to the tire being changed.
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{ Warning Warning (Continued)

Getting under a vehicle when it is lifted badly injured or killed if the vehicle slips
on a jack is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack is provided with the
off the jack, you could be badly injured vehicle, only use it for changing a
or killed. Never get under a vehicle when flat tire.
it is supported only by a jack.
7. Attach the wrench to the jack by fitting
the hex end of the wrench over the hex
{ Warning head of the jack.
Raising the vehicle with the jack 8. Place the jack under the vehicle.
improperly positioned can damage the
Caution 9. Position the jack lift head at the jack
vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To
help avoid personal injury and vehicle Make sure that the jack lift head is in the location nearest the flat tire. The location
damage, be sure to fit the jack lift head correct position or you may damage your is indicated by a notch in the vertical
into the proper location before raising vehicle. The repairs would not be covered bottom edge of the body side sheet
the vehicle. by your warranty. metal.
The notches in the jack must align with
the notch in the rocker pinch weld. The
{ Warning jack lift head lifts on the inward side of
the pinch weld flange.
Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to
do maintenance or repairs is dangerous The jack must not be used in any other
without the appropriate safety equipment position.
and training. If a jack is provided with
the vehicle, it is designed only for
changing a flat tire. If it is used for
anything else, you or others could be
(Continued)
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10. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack 11. Remove all of the wheel nuts. 13. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel
handle clockwise. Raise the vehicle far 12. Remove the flat tire. bolts, mounting surfaces, and spare
enough off the ground so there is wheel.
enough room for the road tire to clear
the ground.
{ Warning 14. Place the compact spare tire on the
wheel-mounting surface.
Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the
parts to which it is fastened, can
cause wheel nuts to become loose
{ Warning
over time. The wheel could come off Never use oil or grease on bolts or nuts
and cause a crash. When changing a because the nuts might come loose. The
vehicle's wheel could fall off, causing a
wheel, remove any rust or dirt from
crash.
places where the wheel attaches to
the vehicle. In an emergency, a cloth 15. Reinstall the wheel nuts. Tighten each
or paper towel can be used; however, nut by hand until the wheel is held
use a scraper or wire brush later to against the hub.
remove all rust or dirt.
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16. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack
handle counterclockwise.
Caution
Wheel covers will not fit on the vehicle's
{ Warning compact spare. If you try to put a wheel
cover on the compact spare, the cover or
Wheel nuts that are improperly or
the spare could be damaged.
incorrectly tightened can cause the
wheels to become loose or come off. The Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools
wheel nuts should be tightened with a
torque wrench to the proper torque
specification after replacing. Follow the
{ Warning
torque specification supplied by the Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment
aftermarket manufacturer when using in the passenger compartment of the
accessory locking wheel nuts. See 17. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden
Capacities and Specifications 0 317 for crisscross sequence, as shown. stop or collision, loose equipment could
original equipment wheel nut torque 18. Lower the jack all the way and remove strike someone. Store all these in the
specifications. the jack from under the vehicle. proper place.
19. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly with the
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools with a
wheel wrench.
Caution Screw in Fastener
When reinstalling the wheel cover or center 1. Remove the extension bolt from the
Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead
cap on the full-size tire, tighten all five foam holder.
to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To plastic caps hand snug, then tighten them
avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly with the wheel wrench an additional
tighten the wheel nuts in the proper one-quarter turn.
sequence and to the proper torque
specification. See Capacities and
Specifications 0 317 for the wheel nut
torque specification.
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Compact Spare Tire When using a compact spare tire, the AWD
(if equipped), ABS, and Traction Control
systems may engage until the spare tire is
{ Warning recognized by the vehicle, especially on
Driving with more than one compact slippery roads. Adjust driving to reduce
spare tire at a time could result in loss of possible wheel slip.
braking and handling. This could lead to a
crash and you or others could be injured. Caution
Use only one compact spare tire at When the compact spare is installed, do
a time. not take the vehicle through an
automatic car wash with guide rails. The
If this vehicle has a compact spare tire, it compact spare can get caught on the rails
was fully inflated when new; however, it which can damage the tire, wheel, and
2. Screw the extension bolt onto the end of can lose air over time. Check the inflation
the spare tire stow bolt by hand. other parts of the vehicle.
pressure regularly. It should be 420 kPa
3. Replace the foam, jack, and tools in their (60 psi). Do not use the compact spare on other
original storage location. Stop as soon as possible and check that the vehicles.
4. Remove the insulator pad and place it spare tire is correctly inflated after being Do not mix the compact spare tire or wheel
over the foam holder to protect the installed on the vehicle. The compact spare with other wheels or tires. They will not fit.
wheel of the flat tire from the jack. tire is designed for temporary use only. The Keep the spare tire and its wheel together.
5. Place the tire facing down over the vehicle will perform differently with the
extension bolt. spare tire installed and it is recommended Caution
6. Turn the retainer nut clockwise to secure that the vehicle speed be limited to 80 km/h
(50 mph). To conserve the tread of the spare Tire chains will not fit the compact spare.
the tire. Using them can damage the vehicle and
tire, have the standard tire repaired or
7. Place the floor cover on the wheel. replaced as soon as convenient and return the chains. Do not use tire chains on the
The compact spare is for temporary use the spare tire to the storage area. compact spare.
only. Replace the compact spare tire with a
full-size tire as soon as you can.
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Jump Starting { Warning
Jump Starting - North America Batteries can hurt you. They can be
dangerous because:
For more information about the vehicle
12-volt battery, see Battery - North America . They contain acid that can burn you.
0 244. . They contain gas that can explode or
If the battery has run down, you may want ignite.
to use another vehicle and some jumper . They contain enough electricity to
cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to use burn you.
the following steps to do it safely. If you do not follow these steps exactly,
some or all of these things can hurt you.
{ Warning 1.5L L4 Engine Shown, 2.0L L4 Engine Similar
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and
related accessories contain lead and lead Caution 1. Discharged Battery Remote Positive
compounds, chemicals known to the Ignoring these steps could result in costly Terminal
State of California to cause cancer and damage to the vehicle that would not be 2. Discharged Battery Remote Negative
birth defects or other reproductive harm. covered by the vehicle warranty. Trying Terminal
Batteries also contain other chemicals to start the vehicle by pushing or pulling 3. Good Battery Remote Negative
known to the State of California to cause it will not work, and it could damage the Terminal
cancer. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING. vehicle. 4. Good Battery Remote Positive Terminal
For more information go to The vehicle has a remote positive (+)
[Link]/ terminal under a trim cover. It is under the
passenger-vehicle. cover of the engine compartment fuse block
on the driver side of the engine
See California Proposition 65 Warning 0 228 compartment. See Engine Compartment
and the back cover. Overview 0 231. You should always use this
remote positive (+) terminal.
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The jump start negative ground terminal for
the discharged battery is on the shock tower
Caution (Continued) Warning (Continued)
on the driver side of the engine warranty. Whenever possible, turn off or Battery fluid contains acid that can burn
compartment. unplug all accessories on either vehicle you. Do not get it on you. If you
1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a when jump starting. accidentally get it in your eyes or on
12-volt battery with a negative ground your skin, flush the place with water and
system. 4. Turn the ignition off and switch off all
get medical help immediately.
lights and accessories in both vehicles,
Caution except the hazard warning flashers if
needed.
If the other vehicle does not have a { Warning
12-volt system with a negative ground,
both vehicles can be damaged. Only use
{ Warning Fans or other moving engine parts can
injure you badly. Keep your hands away
a vehicle that has a 12-volt system with a An electric fan can start up even when
from moving parts once the engine is
negative ground for jump starting. the engine is not running and can injure
running.
you. Keep hands, clothing, and tools
2. Position the two vehicles so that they away from any underhood electric fan. 5. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the
are not touching. positive (+) or remote positive (+)
3. Set the parking brake firmly on both terminal of the discharged battery.
vehicles. Put an automatic transmission { Warning 6. Connect the other end of the positive (+)
in P (Park) or a manual transmission in Using a match near a battery can cause cable to the positive (+) terminal of the
Neutral before setting the parking brake. battery gas to explode. People have been good battery. Use a remote positive (+)
hurt doing this, and some have been terminal if the vehicle has one.
Caution blinded. Use a flashlight if you need 7. Connect one end of the black negative
If any accessories are left on or plugged more light. (−) cable to the negative (−) terminal of
in during the jump starting procedure, (Continued) the good battery.
they could be damaged. The repairs
8. Connect the other end of the negative
would not be covered by the vehicle (−) cable to the negative (–) ground
(Continued)
terminal for the discharged battery.
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9. Start the vehicle with the good battery Towing the Vehicle GM recommends a flatbed tow truck to
and run the engine at idle speed for at transport a disabled vehicle. Use ramps to
least four minutes. Caution help reduce approach angles, if necessary.
10. Try to start the vehicle that had the A towed vehicle should have its drive wheels
Incorrectly towing a disabled vehicle may off the ground. Contact Roadside Assistance
dead battery. If it will not start after a
cause damage. The damage would not be or a professional towing service if the
few tries, it probably needs service.
covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not disabled vehicle must be towed.
Caution lash or hook to suspension components.
Use the proper straps around the tires to Front Attachment Points
If the jumper cables are connected or
secure the vehicle. Do not drag a locked
removed in the wrong order, electrical
wheel/tire. Use tire skates or dollies
shorting may occur and damage the
under any locked wheel/tire while
vehicle. The repairs would not be covered
loading the vehicle. Do not use a sling
by the vehicle warranty. Always connect
type lift to tow the vehicle. This could
and remove the jumper cables in the
damage the vehicle.
correct order, making sure that the cables
do not touch each other or other metal.
Caution
Jumper Cable Removal
Improper use of the tow eye can damage
Reverse the sequence exactly when the vehicle. If equipped, use the tow eye
removing the jumper cables. to load a disabled vehicle onto a flatbed
After starting the disabled vehicle and tow truck from a flat road surface, or to The vehicle is equipped with specific
removing the jumper cables, allow it to idle move the vehicle a short distance. Use attachment points to be used by the towing
for several minutes. caution and low speeds. The transmission provider. These holes may be used to pull
must be in (N) Neutral when moving the the vehicle from a flat road surface onto the
vehicle. flatbed tow truck.
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Recreational Vehicle Towing . Is the vehicle ready to be towed? Just as 5. Disconnect the negative (–) battery cable
preparing the vehicle for a long trip, at the battery. See “Negative Battery
Recreational vehicle towing means towing make sure the vehicle is prepared to be Cable Disconnection” under Battery -
the vehicle behind another vehicle – such as towed. North America 0 244.
behind a motor home. The two most
common types of recreational vehicle Dinghy Towing (2.0L Engine Only) Vehicles being dinghy towed should be run
towing are known as dinghy towing and at the beginning of each day and at each
dolly towing. Dinghy towing is towing the fuel stop for about five minutes. This will
vehicle with all four wheels on the ground. ensure proper lubrication of transmission
Dolly towing is towing the vehicle with two components.
wheels on the ground and two wheels up
on a device known as a dolly. Caution
If 105 km/h (65 mph) is exceeded while
Here are some important things to consider
towing the vehicle, it could be damaged.
before recreational vehicle towing:
Never exceed 105 km/h (65 mph) while
. Before towing the vehicle, become
towing the vehicle.
familiar with the local laws that apply to
recreational vehicle towing. These laws
may vary by region. Caution
. What is the towing capacity of the To tow the vehicle from the front with all Use of a shield mounted in front of the
towing vehicle? Be sure to read the tow four wheels on the ground: vehicle grille could restrict airflow and
vehicle manufacturer's recommendations.
1. Position the vehicle to be towed and cause damage to the transmission. The
. How far will the vehicle be towed? Some
secure it to the towing vehicle. repairs would not be covered by the
vehicles have restrictions on how far and vehicle warranty. If using a shield, only
how long they can tow. 2. Start the vehicle.
use one that attaches to the towing
. Does the vehicle have the proper towing 3. Shift the transmission to N (Neutral).
vehicle.
equipment? See your dealer or trailering 4. Turn the vehicle off. Leave the
professional for additional advice and transmission in N (Neutral).
equipment recommendations.
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2. Put the shift lever in P (Park).
Caution Caution (Continued)
3. Secure the vehicle to the dolly.
Do not tow a vehicle with the front drive covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not
wheels on the ground if one of the front tow the vehicle with all four wheels on
tires is a compact spare tire. Towing with the ground.
two different tire sizes on the front of
the vehicle can cause severe damage to This vehicle is not designed to be towed
the transmission. with all four wheels on the ground.
Dolly Towing
Dinghy Towing (All Except 2.0L Engine)

Caution
Towing the vehicle from the rear could
damage it. Also, repairs would not be
covered by the vehicle warranty. Never
have the vehicle towed from the rear.

Tow the vehicle with the two rear wheels

Caution on the ground and the front wheels on a
If the vehicle is towed with all four dolly.
wheels on the ground, the drive unit To tow the vehicle with two wheels on the
could be damaged. Repairs would not be ground and a dolly:
(Continued) 1. Put the front wheels on a dolly.
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Appearance Care Caution Caution (Continued)
Avoid using high-pressure washes closer This could cause damage that would not
Exterior Care than 30 cm (12 in) to the surface of the be covered by the vehicle warranty.
Locks vehicle. Use of power washers exceeding
8 274 kPa (1,200 psi) can result in Solvents or aggressive cleaners may harm
Locks are lubricated at the factory. Use a underhood components. The usages of these
de-icing agent only when absolutely damage or removal of paint and decals.
chemicals should be avoided.
necessary, and have the locks greased after
If using an automatic car wash, follow the Recommend water only.
using. See Recommended Fluids and
car wash instructions. The windshield wiper
Lubricants 0 312. A pressure washer may be used, but care
and rear window wiper, if equipped, must
be off. Remove any accessories that may be must be utilized. The following criteria must
Washing the Vehicle
damaged or interfere with the car wash be followed:
To preserve the vehicle's finish, wash it equipment. . Water pressure must be kept below
often and out of direct sunlight. 14 000 KPa (2,000 PSI).
Rinse the vehicle well, before washing and
. Water temperature must be below 80 °C
Caution after, to remove all cleaning agents
completely. If they are allowed to dry on (180 °F).
Do not use petroleum-based, acidic, . Spray nozzle with a 40 degree wide angle
the surface, they could stain.
or abrasive cleaning agents as they can spray pattern or wider must be used.
damage the vehicle's paint, metal, Dry the finish with a soft, clean chamois or
. Nozzle must be kept at least 30 cm (1 ft)
or plastic parts. If damage occurs, it an all-cotton towel to avoid surface
scratches and water spotting. away from all surfaces.
would not be covered by the vehicle
warranty. Approved cleaning products can Cleaning Underhood Components Finish Care
be obtained from your dealer. Follow all Application of aftermarket clearcoat sealant/
manufacturer directions regarding correct Caution wax materials is not recommended.
product usage, necessary safety Do not power wash any component If painted surfaces are damaged, see your
precautions, and appropriate disposal of under the hood that has this e dealer to have the damage assessed and
any vehicle care product. symbol. repaired. Foreign materials such as calcium
(Continued) chloride and other salts, ice melting agents,
road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings,
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chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Moldings Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses,
damage the vehicle's finish if they remain Emblems, Decals, and Stripes
on painted surfaces. Wash the vehicle as Caution
soon as possible. If necessary, use Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft
Failure to clean and protect the bright cloth, and a car washing soap to clean
non-abrasive cleaners that are marked safe metal moldings can result in a hazy
for painted surfaces to remove foreign exterior lamps, lenses, emblems, decals, and
white finish or pitting. This damage stripes. Follow instructions under "Washing
matter. would not be covered by the vehicle the Vehicle" previously in this section.
Occasional hand waxing or mild polishing warranty.
should be done to remove residue from the Lamp covers are made of plastic, and some
paint finish. See your dealer for approved The bright metal moldings on the vehicle have a UV protective coating. Do not clean
cleaning products. are aluminum, chrome, or stainless steel. To or wipe them while they are dry.
prevent damage always follow these Do not use any of the following on lamp
Do not apply waxes or polishes to uncoated
cleaning instructions: covers:
plastic, vinyl, rubber, decals, simulated
wood, or flat paint as damage can occur. . Be sure the molding is cool to the touch . Abrasive or caustic agents.
before applying any cleaning solution. . Washer fluids and other cleaning agents
Caution . Use only approved cleaning solutions for in higher concentrations than suggested
Machine compounding or aggressive aluminum, chrome, or stainless steel. by the manufacturer.
polishing on a basecoat/clearcoat paint Some cleaners are highly acidic or contain . Solvents, alcohols, fuels, or other harsh
finish may damage it. Use only alkaline substances and can damage the cleaners.
non-abrasive waxes and polishes that are moldings. . Ice scrapers or other hard items.
made for a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish . Always dilute a concentrated cleaner
. Aftermarket appearance caps or covers
on the vehicle. according to the manufacturer’s
while the lamps are illuminated, due to
instructions.
excessive heat generated.
To keep the paint finish looking new, keep . Do not use cleaners that are not intended
the vehicle garaged or covered whenever for automotive use. Caution
possible. . Use a nonabrasive wax on the vehicle Failure to clean lamps properly can cause
after washing to protect and extend the damage to the lamp cover that would
molding finish. not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
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snow and ice. If the check engine light is Tires
Caution activated, please check to see if the shutter
Using wax on low gloss black finish Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to clean
system is clear of debris, snow or ice.
stripes can increase the gloss level and the tires.
create a non-uniform finish. Clean low Windshield and Wiper Blades
Caution
gloss stripes with soap and water only. Clean the outside of the windshield with
glass cleaner. Using petroleum-based tire dressing
Air Intakes products on the vehicle may damage the
Clean rubber blades using a lint-free cloth or paint finish and/or tires. When applying a
Clear debris from the air intakes, between paper towel soaked with windshield washer tire dressing, always wipe off any
the hood and windshield when washing the fluid or a mild detergent. Wash the overspray from all painted surfaces on
vehicle. windshield thoroughly when cleaning the
the vehicle.
blades. Bugs, road grime, sap, and a buildup
Shutter System of vehicle wash/wax treatments may cause
wiper streaking.
Wheels and Wheel Trim
Replace the wiper blades if they are worn or Use a soft, clean cloth with mild soap and
damaged. Damage can be caused by water to clean the wheels. After rinsing
extreme dusty conditions, sand, salt, heat, thoroughly with clean water, dry with a
sun, snow, and ice. soft, clean towel. A wax may then be
applied.
Weatherstrips
Caution
Apply weatherstrip lubricant on
weatherstrips to make them last longer, seal Chrome wheels and chrome wheel trim
better, and not stick or squeak. Lubricate may be damaged if the vehicle is not
weatherstrips at least once a year. Hot, dry washed after driving on roads that have
climates may require more frequent been sprayed with magnesium chloride or
application. Black marks from rubber calcium chloride. These are used on roads
The vehicle may have a shutter system
designed to help improve fuel economy. material on painted surfaces can be removed for conditions such as dust and ice.
Keep the shutter system clear of debris, by rubbing with a clean cloth. See Always wash the chrome with soap and
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 312. water after exposure.
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Inspect power steering for proper Sheet Metal Damage
Caution attachment, connections, binding, leaks,
To avoid surface damage on wheels and If the vehicle is damaged and requires sheet
cracks, chafing, etc.
wheel trim, do not use strong soaps, metal repair or replacement, make sure the
Visually check constant velocity joint boots body repair shop applies anti-corrosion
chemicals, abrasive polishes, cleaners, and axle seals for leaks. material to parts repaired or replaced to
or brushes. Use only GM approved
restore corrosion protection.
cleaners. Do not drive the vehicle through Body Component Lubrication
an automatic car wash that uses silicon Original manufacturer replacement parts will
Lubricate all key lock cylinders, hood hinges, provide the corrosion protection while
carbide tire/wheel cleaning brushes. decklid hinges, steel fuel door hinge, unless
Damage could occur and the repairs maintaining the vehicle warranty.
the components are plastic. Applying silicone
would not be covered by the vehicle grease on weatherstrips with a clean cloth Finish Damage
warranty. will make them last longer, seal better, and
Quickly repair minor chips and scratches
not stick or squeak.
Brake System with touch-up materials available from your
Underbody Maintenance dealer to avoid corrosion. Larger areas of
Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for finish damage can be corrected in your
proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, At least twice a year, spring and fall, use dealer's body and paint shop.
chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear plain water to flush any corrosive materials
and rotors for surface condition. Inspect from the underbody. Take care to Chemical Paint Spotting
drum brake linings/shoes for wear or cracks. thoroughly clean any areas where mud and
Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack
Inspect all other brake parts. other debris can collect.
painted vehicle surfaces causing blotchy,
Steering, Suspension, and Chassis Do not directly power wash the transfer ring-shaped discolorations, and small,
case and/or front/rear axle output seals. irregular dark spots etched into the paint
Components High pressure water can overcome the seals surface. See “Finish Care” previously in this
Visually inspect steering, suspension, and and contaminate the fluid. Contaminated section.
chassis components for damaged, loose, fluid will decrease the life of the transfer
or missing parts or signs of wear at least case and/or axles and should be replaced.
once a year.
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Interior Care . Never use a razor or any other sharp
object to remove soil from any interior Caution
To prevent dirt particle abrasions, regularly surface. To prevent scratching, never use abrasive
clean the vehicle's interior. Immediately . Never use a brush with stiff bristles. cleaners on automotive glass. Abrasive
remove any soils. Newspapers or dark cleaners or aggressive cleaning may
. Never rub any surface aggressively or
garments can transfer color to the vehicle’s damage the rear window defogger.
interior. with too much pressure.
. Do not use laundry detergents or
Use a soft bristle brush to remove dust from Cleaning the windshield with water during
dishwashing soaps with degreasers. For the first three to six months of ownership
knobs and crevices on the instrument liquid cleaners, use approximately
cluster. Using a mild soap solution, will reduce tendency to fog.
20 drops per 3.8 L (1 gal) of water.
immediately remove hand lotions, A concentrated soap solution will create Speaker Covers
sunscreen, and insect repellent from all streaks and attract dirt. Do not use
interior surfaces or permanent damage may solutions that contain strong or Vacuum around a speaker cover gently, so
result. caustic soap. that the speaker will not be damaged. Clean
spots with water and mild soap.
Use cleaners specifically designed for the . Do not heavily saturate the upholstery
surfaces being cleaned to prevent when cleaning. Coated Moldings
permanent damage. Apply all cleaners . Do not use solvents or cleaners containing
directly to the cleaning cloth. Do not spray Coated moldings should be cleaned.
solvents. . When lightly soiled, wipe with a sponge
cleaners on any switches or controls.
Remove cleaners quickly. Interior Glass or soft, lint-free cloth dampened with
water.
Before using cleaners, read and follow all To clean, use a terry cloth fabric dampened
. When heavily soiled, use warm soapy
safety instructions on the label. While with water. Wipe droplets left behind with a
cleaning the interior, open the doors and clean dry cloth. If necessary, use a water.
windows to get proper ventilation. commercial glass cleaner after cleaning with Fabric/Carpet/Suede
To prevent damage, do not clean the plain water.
Start by vacuuming the surface using a soft
interior using the following cleaners or brush attachment. If a rotating vacuum
techniques: brush attachment is being used, only use it
on the floor carpet. Before cleaning, gently
remove as much of the soil as possible:
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. Gently blot liquids with a paper towel. area for colorfastness before using a Instrument Panel, Leather, Vinyl, Other
Continue blotting until no more soil can commercial upholstery cleaner or spot lifter. Plastic Surfaces, Low Gloss Paint
be removed. If ring formation occurs, clean the entire Surfaces, and Natural Open Pore Wood
. For solid soils, remove as much as fabric or carpet. Surfaces
possible prior to vacuuming. After cleaning, use a paper towel to blot Use a soft microfiber cloth dampened with
To clean: excess moisture. water to remove dust and loose dirt. For a
1. Saturate a clean, lint-free colorfast cloth Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces and Vehicle more thorough cleaning, use a soft
with water. Microfiber cloth is Information and Radio Displays microfiber cloth dampened with a mild soap
recommended to prevent lint transfer to solution.
the fabric or carpet. Use a microfiber cloth on high gloss surfaces
or vehicle displays. First, use a soft bristle Caution
2. Remove excess moisture by gently
brush to remove dirt that can scratch the Soaking or saturating leather, especially
wringing until water does not drip from
surface. Then gently clean by rubbing with a
the cleaning cloth. perforated leather, as well as other
microfiber cloth. Never use window cleaners
3. Start on the outside edge of the soil and or solvents. Periodically hand wash the interior surfaces, may cause permanent
gently rub toward the center. Fold the microfiber cloth separately, using mild soap. damage. Wipe excess moisture from
cleaning cloth to a clean area frequently Do not use bleach or fabric softener. Rinse these surfaces after cleaning and allow
to prevent forcing the soil in to the thoroughly and air dry before next use. them to dry naturally. Never use heat,
fabric. steam, or spot removers. Do not use
4. Continue gently rubbing the soiled area Caution cleaners that contain silicone or
until there is no longer any color Do not attach a device with a suction cup wax-based products. Cleaners containing
transfer from the soil to the cleaning to the display. This may cause damage these solvents can permanently change
cloth. and would not be covered by the vehicle the appearance and feel of leather or soft
5. If the soil is not completely removed, warranty. trim, and are not recommended.
use a mild soap solution followed only
by plain water. Do not use cleaners that increase gloss,
especially on the instrument panel. Reflected
If the soil is not completely removed, it may glare can decrease visibility through the
be necessary to use a commercial upholstery windshield under certain conditions.
cleaner or spot lifter. Test a small hidden
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. Do not use a floor mat if the vehicle is
Caution Warning (Continued) not equipped with a floor mat retainer on
Use of air fresheners may cause rinse seat belt webbing only with mild the driver side floor.
permanent damage to plastics and soap and lukewarm water. Allow the . Use the floor mat with the correct side
painted surfaces. If an air freshener webbing to dry. up. Do not turn it over.
comes in contact with any plastic or . Do not place anything on top of the
painted surface in the vehicle, blot Floor Mats driver side floor mat.
immediately and clean with a soft cloth . Use only a single floor mat on the
dampened with a mild soap solution.
Damage caused by air fresheners would
{ Warning driver side.
If a floor mat is the wrong size or is not . Do not place one floor mat on top of
not be covered by the vehicle warranty. another.
properly installed, it can interfere with
Cargo Cover and Convenience Net the pedals. Interference with the pedals Removing and Replacing the Floor Mats
can cause unintended acceleration and/or
If equipped, wash with warm water and If equipped, pull up on the rear of the floor
increased stopping distance which can
mild detergent. Do not use chlorine bleach. mat to unlock each retainer and remove.
cause a crash and injury. Make sure the
Rinse with cold water, and then dry
completely. floor mat does not interfere with the
pedals.
Care of Seat Belts
Use the following guidelines for proper floor
Keep belts clean and dry.
mat usage:
. The original equipment floor mats were
{ Warning designed for your vehicle. If the floor
Do not bleach or dye seat belt webbing. mats need replacing, it is recommended
It may severely weaken the webbing. In that GM certified floor mats be
a crash, they might not be able to purchased. Non-GM floor mats may not
provide adequate protection. Clean and fit properly and may interfere with the
(Continued) pedals. Always check that the floor mats
do not interfere with the pedals.
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Reinstall by lining up the floor mat retainer
openings over the carpet retainers and
snapping into position.
Make sure the floor mat is properly secured
in place.
Verify the floor mat does not interfere with
the pedals.
Cleaning Rubber Floor Mats (All-Weather
Mats and Floor Liners)

{ Warning
Do not use cleaners that contain silicone,
wax-based products, or cleaners that
increase gloss on rubber floor mats/liners.
These cleaners can permanently change
the appearance and feel of the rubber
and can make the floor mats/liners
slippery. Your foot could slip while
operating the vehicle, and you could lose
control, resulting in a crash. You or
others could be injured.

Use a soft cloth and/or a brush dampened

with water to remove dust and loose dirt.
For more thorough cleaning, use a mild soap
solution.
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Service and Maintenance General Information Caution
Your vehicle is an important investment. Damage caused by improper maintenance
General Information This section describes the required can lead to costly repairs and may not be
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303 maintenance for the vehicle. Follow this covered by the vehicle warranty.
Maintenance Schedule schedule to help protect against major repair Maintenance intervals, checks,
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304 expenses resulting from neglect or inspections, recommended fluids, and
inadequate maintenance. It may also help to lubricants are important to keep the
Special Application Services maintain the value of the vehicle if it is vehicle in good working condition.
Special Application Services . . . . . . . . . . . 309 sold. It is the responsibility of the owner to
have all required maintenance performed. Do not have chemical flushes that are not
Additional Maintenance and Care approved by GM performed on the
Additional Maintenance and Care . . . . . 309 Your dealer has trained technicians who can
vehicle. The use of flushes, solvents,
perform required maintenance using genuine
cleaners, or lubricants that are not
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and replacement parts. They have up-to-date
tools and equipment for fast and accurate approved by GM could damage the
Parts vehicle, requiring expensive repairs that
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants . . . 312 diagnostics. Many dealers have extended
evening and Saturday hours, courtesy are not covered by the vehicle warranty.
Maintenance Replacement Parts . . . . . . . 313
transportation, and online scheduling to
Maintenance Records assist with service needs. The Tire Rotation and Required Services are
Maintenance Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315 the responsibility of the vehicle owner. It is
Your dealer recognizes the importance of recommended to have your dealer perform
providing competitively priced maintenance these services every 12 000 km/7,500 mi.
and repair services. With trained technicians, Proper vehicle maintenance helps to keep
the dealer is the place for routine the vehicle in good working condition,
maintenance such as oil changes and tire improves fuel economy, and reduces vehicle
rotations and additional maintenance items emissions.
like tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper blades.
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Because of the way people use vehicles, Refer to the information in the Maintenance Engine Oil Change
maintenance needs vary. There may need to Schedule Additional Required Services -
When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON
be more frequent checks and services. The Severe chart.
message displays, have the engine oil and
Additional Required Services - Normal are for
filter changed within the next 1 000 km
vehicles that: { Warning (600 mi). If driven under the best conditions,
. Carry passengers and cargo within Performing maintenance work can be the engine oil life system may not indicate
recommended limits on the Tire and dangerous and can cause serious injury. the need for vehicle service for up to a year.
Loading Information label. See Vehicle Perform maintenance work only if the The engine oil and filter must be changed at
Load Limits 0 179. least once a year and the oil life system
required information, proper tools, and
. Are driven on reasonable road surfaces equipment are available. If they are not, must be reset. Your trained dealer technician
within legal driving limits. see your dealer to have a trained can perform this work. If the engine oil life
. Use the recommended fuel. See technician do the work. See Doing Your system is reset accidentally, service the
Recommended Fuel (1.5L Engine) 0 218 or Own Service Work 0 229. vehicle within 5 000 km (3,000 mi) since the
Recommended Fuel (2.0L Engine) 0 218. last service. Reset the oil life system when
the oil is changed. See Engine Oil Life
Refer to the information in the Maintenance Maintenance Schedule System 0 236.
Schedule Additional Required Services -
Normal chart. Owner Checks and Services Engine Air Filter Change
The Additional Required Services - Severe are Check the engine oil level. See Engine Oil When the REPLACE AT NEXT OIL CHANGE
for vehicles that are: 0 234. message displays, the engine air filter
. Mainly driven in heavy city traffic in hot Once a Month should be replaced at the next engine oil
weather. change. When the REPLACE ENGINE AIR
. Check the tire inflation pressures. See Tire
. Mainly driven in hilly or mountainous FILTER SOON message displays, the engine
Pressure 0 266.
terrain. air filter should be replaced at the earliest
. Inspect the tires for wear. See Tire convenience. Reset the engine air filter life
. Frequently towing a trailer. Inspection 0 272. system after the engine air filter is replaced.
. Used for high speed or competitive . Check the windshield washer fluid level. See Engine Air Filter Life System 0 237.
driving. See Washer Fluid 0 242.
. Used for taxi, police, or delivery service.
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Air Conditioning Desiccant (Replace Every . Check engine coolant level. See Cooling . Visually inspect fuel system for damage
Seven Years) System 0 238. or leaks.
. Check windshield washer fluid level. See . Visually inspect exhaust system and
The air conditioning system requires
Washer Fluid 0 242. nearby heat shields for loose or damaged
maintenance every seven years. This service
. Check tire inflation pressures. See Tire parts.
requires replacement of the desiccant to
help the longevity and efficient operation of Pressure 0 266. . Lubricate body components. See Exterior
the air conditioning system. This service can . Inspect tire wear. See Tire Inspection Care 0 295.
be complex. See your dealer. 0 272. . Check automatic transmission shift lock
. Visually check for fluid leaks. control function. See Automatic
Tire Rotation and Required Services . Transmission Shift Lock Control Function
Inspect brake system. See Exterior Care
Every 12 000 km (7,500 mi) 0 295. Check 0 247.
Rotate the tires, if recommended for the . Visually inspect steering, suspension, and . Check parking brake and automatic
vehicle, and perform the following services. chassis components for damage, including transmission park mechanism. See Park
See Tire Rotation 0 272. cracks or tears in the rubber boots, loose Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check
. Check engine oil level and oil or missing parts, or signs of wear at least 0 247.
life percentage. If needed, change engine once a year. See Exterior Care 0 295. . Check accelerator pedal for damage, high
oil and filter, and reset oil life system. . Inspect power steering for proper effort, or binding. Replace if needed.
See Engine Oil 0 234 and attachment, connections, binding, leaks, . Visually inspect gas strut for signs of
Engine Oil Life System 0 236. cracks, chafing, etc. wear, cracks, or other damage. Check the
. If equipped with the engine air filter life . Visually inspect halfshafts and drive hold open ability of the strut. If the hold
system, check the air filter shafts for excessive wear, lubricant leaks, open ability is low, service the gas strut.
life percentage. If necessary, replace the and/or damage including: tube dents or See Gas Strut(s) 0 248.
engine air filter and reset the engine air cracks, constant velocity joint or universal . Check tire sealant expiration date,
filter life system. See Engine Air Filter Life joint looseness, cracked or missing boots, if equipped. See Tire Sealant and
System 0 237. If the vehicle is not loose or missing boot clamps, center Compressor Kit 0 279.
equipped with the engine air filter life bearing excessive looseness, loose or . Inspect sunroof track and seal,
system, inspect the engine air cleaner missing fasteners, and axle seal leaks. if equipped. See Sunroof 0 25.
filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 237. . Check restraint system components. See
Safety System Check 0 44.
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1 2 000 km /7, 500 m i

2 4 000 km /1 5, 000 m i

36 000 km /2 2 , 500 m i

60 000 km /37, 500 m i

84 000 km /52 , 500 m i

4 8 000 km /30, 000 m i

72 000 km /4 5, 000 m i

96 000 km /60, 000 m i

1 08 000 km /67, 500 m i

1 2 0 000 km /75, 000 m i

1 32 000 km /82 , 500 m i

1 4 4 000 km /90, 000 m i

1 56 000 km /97, 500 m i

1 68 000 km /1 05, 000 m i

1 80 000 km /1 1 2 , 500 m i

1 92 000 km /1 2 0, 000 m i

2 04 000 km /1 2 7, 500 m i

2 1 6 000 km /1 35, 000 m i

2 2 8 000 km /1 4 2 , 500 m i

2 4 0 000 km /1 50, 000 m i

Maintenance Schedule Additional
Required Services - Normal
Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil
level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter,
if needed. Check engine air filter life percentage and status.
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @
Change engine air filter, if needed.
Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) @ @ @ @ @ @
Inspect evaporative control system. (2) @ @ @
If the vehicle is not equipped with the engine air filter life
system, replace engine air cleaner filter. (3)
@ @ @
Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark plug wires and/or boots. @ @
Drain and fill engine cooling system and Power Electronics
cooling system. (4)
@
Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (5) @
Replace brake fluid. (6)
Replace windshield wiper blades. (7) @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @
Replace hood and/or body lift support gas struts. (8) @ @
Replace air conditioning desiccant. (9)
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Footnotes — Maintenance Schedule (3) Or every four years, whichever comes (6) Replace brake fluid every five years. See
Additional Required Services - Normal first. If driving in dusty conditions, inspect Brake Fluid 0 243.
(1) Or every two years, whichever comes the filter at each oil change or more often (7) Or every 12 months, whichever comes
first. More frequent passenger compartment as needed. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter first. See Wiper Blade Replacement 0 247.
air filter replacement may be needed if 0 237.
(8) Or every 10 years, whichever comes first.
driving in areas with heavy traffic, poor air (4) Or every five years, whichever comes See Gas Strut(s) 0 248.
quality, high dust levels, or environmental first. See Cooling System 0 238.
allergens. Passenger compartment air filter (9) Replace air conditioning desiccant every
(5) Or every 10 years, whichever comes first. seven years.
replacement may also be needed if there is Inspect for fraying, excessive cracking,
reduced airflow, window fogging, or odors. or damage; replace, if needed.
Your GM dealer can help determine when to
replace the filter.
(2) Visually check all fuel and vapor lines
and hoses for proper attachment,
connection, routing, and condition.
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1 2 000 km /7, 500 m i

2 4 000 km /1 5, 000 m i

36 000 km /2 2 , 500 m i

60 000 km /37, 500 m i

4 8 000 km /30, 000 m i

72 000 km /4 5, 000 m i

84 000 km /52 , 500 m i

96 000 km /60, 000 m i

1 08 000 km /67, 500 m i

1 2 0 000 km /75, 000 m i

1 32 000 km /82 , 500 m i

1 4 4 000 km /90, 000 m i

1 56 000 km /97, 500 m i

1 68 000 km /1 05, 000 m i

1 80 000 km /1 1 2 , 500 m i

2 4 0 000 km /1 50, 000 m i

1 92 000 km /1 2 0, 000 m i

2 04 000 km /1 2 7, 500 m i

2 1 6 000 km /1 35, 000 m i

2 2 8 000 km /1 4 2 , 500 m i
Maintenance Schedule Additional
Required Services - Severe
Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil
level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter,
if needed. Check engine air filter life percentage and status.
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @
Change engine air filter, if needed.
Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) @ @ @ @ @ @
Inspect evaporative control system. (2) @ @ @
If the vehicle is not equipped with the engine air filter life
system, replace engine air cleaner filter. (3)
@ @ @
Change automatic transmission fluid. (Except 1.5L engine.) @ @ @
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter. (1.5L
engine only.)
@ @ @
Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark plug wires and/or boots. @ @
Drain and fill engine cooling system and Power Electronics
cooling system. (4)
@
Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (5) @
Replace brake fluid. (6)
Replace windshield wiper blades. (7) @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @
Replace hood and/or body lift support gas struts. (8) @ @
Replace air conditioning desiccant. (9)
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Footnotes — Maintenance Schedule (7) Or every 12 months, whichever comes assessment with a multi-point inspection to
Additional Required Services - Severe first. See Wiper Blade Replacement 0 247. recommend when your vehicle may need
(1) Or every two years, whichever comes (8) Or every 10 years, whichever comes first. attention.
first. More frequent passenger compartment See Gas Strut(s) 0 248. The following list is intended to explain the
air filter replacement may be needed if (9) Replace air conditioning desiccant every services and conditions to look for that may
driving in areas with heavy traffic, poor air seven years. indicate services are required.
quality, high dust levels, or environmental Battery
allergens. Passenger compartment air filter
replacement may also be needed if there is Special Application Services The 12-volt battery supplies power to start
reduced airflow, window fogging, or odors. . Severe Commercial Use Vehicles Only: the engine and operate any additional
Your GM dealer can help determine when to Lubricate chassis components every oil electrical accessories.
replace the filter. change. . To avoid break-down or failure to start
(2) Visually check all fuel and vapor lines . Have underbody flushing service the vehicle, maintain a battery with full
and hoses for proper attachment, performed. See "Underbody Maintenance" cranking power.
connection, routing, and condition. in Exterior Care 0 295. . Trained dealer technicians have the
diagnostic equipment to test the battery
(3) Or every four years, whichever comes
first. If driving in dusty conditions, inspect Additional Maintenance and ensure that the connections and
cables are corrosion-free.
the filter at each oil change or more often
as needed. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
and Care Belts
0 237. Your vehicle is an important investment and . Belts may need replacing if they squeak
caring for it properly may help to avoid or show signs of cracking or splitting.
(4) Or every five years, whichever comes
future costly repairs. To maintain vehicle . Trained dealer technicians have access to
first. See Cooling System 0 238.
performance, additional maintenance tools and equipment to inspect the belts
(5) Or every 10 years, whichever comes first. services may be required. and recommend adjustment or
Inspect for fraying, excessive cracking, replacement when necessary.
It is recommended that your dealer perform
or damage; replace, if needed.
these services — their trained dealer
(6) Replace brake fluid every five years. See technicians know your vehicle best. Your
Brake Fluid 0 243. dealer can also perform a thorough
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Brakes Hoses . As part of the multi-point inspection,
trained dealer technicians can visually
Brakes stop the vehicle and are crucial to Hoses transport fluids and should be
inspect the shocks and struts for signs of
safe driving. regularly inspected to ensure that there are
leaking, blown seals, or damage, and can
. Signs of brake wear may include chirping, no cracks or leaks. With a multi-point
advise when service is needed.
grinding, or squealing noises, or difficulty inspection, your dealer can inspect the hoses
stopping. and advise if replacement is needed. Tires
. Trained dealer technicians have access to Lamps Tires need to be properly inflated, rotated,
tools and equipment to inspect the brakes and balanced. Maintaining the tires can save
Properly working headlamps, taillamps, and
and recommend quality parts engineered money and fuel, and can reduce the risk of
brake lamps are important to see and be
for the vehicle. tire failure.
seen on the road.
Fluids . Signs that the tires need to be replaced
. Signs that the headlamps need attention
include three or more visible treadwear
Proper fluid levels and approved fluids include dimming, failure to light, cracking,
indicators; cord or fabric showing through
protect the vehicle’s systems and or damage. The brake lamps need to be
the rubber; cracks or cuts in the tread or
components. See Recommended Fluids and checked periodically to ensure that they
sidewall; or a bulge or split in the tire.
Lubricants 0 312 for GM approved fluids. light when braking.
. Trained dealer technicians can inspect and
. Engine oil and windshield washer fluid . With a multi-point inspection, your dealer
recommend the right tires. Your dealer
levels should be checked at every fuel fill. can check the lamps and note any
can also provide tire/wheel balancing
. Instrument cluster lights may come on to concerns.
services to ensure smooth vehicle
indicate that fluids may be low and need Shocks and Struts operation at all speeds. Your dealer sells
to be filled. Shocks and struts help aid in control for a and services name brand tires.
smoother ride.
. Signs of wear may include steering wheel
vibration, bounce/sway while braking,
longer stopping distance, or uneven
tire wear.
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Vehicle Care Windshield Wiper Blades
To help keep the vehicle looking like new, For safety, appearance, and the best Wiper blades need to be cleaned and kept in
vehicle care products are available from your viewing, keep the windshield clean and good condition to provide a clear view.
dealer. For information on how to clean and clear. . Signs of wear include streaking, skipping
protect the vehicle’s interior and exterior, . Signs of damage include scratches, cracks, across the windshield, and worn or split
see Interior Care 0 299 and and chips. rubber.
Exterior Care 0 295. . Trained dealer technicians can inspect the . Trained dealer technicians can check the
Wheel Alignment windshield and recommend proper wiper blades and replace them when
Wheel alignment is critical for ensuring that replacement if needed. needed.
the tires deliver optimal wear and
performance.
. Signs that the alignment may need to be
adjusted include pulling, improper vehicle
handling, or unusual tire wear.
. Your dealer has the required equipment
to ensure proper wheel alignment.
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Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
Fluids and lubricants identified below by name or specification, including fluids or lubricants not listed here, can be obtained from your dealer.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Automatic Transmission (2.0L Engine) DEXRON-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Automatic Transmission (1.5L Engine) Continuously Variable Ratio Transmission (CVT) Fluid. See your dealer.
Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL Coolant.
Engine Oil Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco
dexos1 full synthetic is recommended. See Engine Oil 0 234.
Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch, Pivots, Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2 Category LB
Spring Anchor, and Release Pawl or GC-LB.
Hydraulic Brake System DOT 4 Hydraulic Brake Fluid.
Key Lock Cylinders, Hood and Door Hinges Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube. See your dealer.
Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip Lubricant. See your dealer.
Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements.
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Maintenance Replacement Parts
Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer.
Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
23430312 A3208C
I1.5L L4 Engine
23430313 A3210C
I2.0L L4 Engine
Engine Oil Filter
12696048 PF64
I1.5L L4 Engine
12696048 PF64
I2.0L L4 Engine
Passenger Compartment Air Filter 13508023 CF185
Spark Plugs
12683541 41-156
I1.5L L4 Engine
12647827 41-125
I2.0L L4 Engine
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Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number

Wiper Blades
23353586 —
IDriver Side – 650 mm (25.6 in)
23353587 —
IPassenger Side – 450 mm (17.7 in)
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Maintenance Records
After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed
in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts.
Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed
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Technical Data Vehicle Identification Service Parts Identification
There may be a large barcode on the
Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification certification label on the center pillar that
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) . . . 316 Number (VIN) you can scan for the following information:
Service Parts Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316 . Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
Vehicle Data . Model designation
Capacities and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . 317 . Paint information
Engine Drive Belt Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319 . Production options
If there is not a large barcode on this label,
then you will find this same information on
This legal identifier is in the front corner of a label inside of the trunk.
the instrument panel, on the driver side of
the vehicle. It can be seen through the
windshield from outside. The Vehicle
Identification Number (VIN) also appears on
the Vehicle Certification label and certificates
of title and registration.
Engine Identification
The eighth character in the VIN is the
engine code. This code identifies the
vehicle's engine, specifications, and
replacement parts. See “Engine
Specifications” under Capacities and
Specifications 0 317 for the vehicle's
engine code.
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Vehicle Data
Capacities and Specifications
Capacities
Application
Metric English
Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge
amount, see the refrigerant label under the hood. See your
dealer for more information.
Engine Cooling System*
7.0 L 7.4 qt
I1.5L L4 Engine
6.8 L 7.2 qt
I2.0L L4 Engine
Engine Oil with Filter
4.0 L 4.2 qt
I1.5L L4 Engine
4.7 L 5.0 qt
I2.0L L4 Engine
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Capacities
Application
Metric English
Fuel Tank 59.8 L 15.8 gal
Wheel Nut Torque 140 Y 100 lb ft
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual. Recheck fluid level after
filling.
*Engine cooling system capacity values are based on the entire cooling system and its components.

Engine Specifications
Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap
1.5L L4 Engine (LFV) T Automatic 0.60–0.70 mm (0.024–0.028 in)
2.0L L4 Engine (LTG) X Automatic 0.75–0.90 mm (0.030–0.035 in)
Spark plug gaps are preset by the manufacturer. Re-gapping the spark plug is not recommended and can damage the spark plug.
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Engine Drive Belt Routing

1.5L L4 Engine

2.0L L4 Engine
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Customer Information Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy . . . 329
Customer Information
Cybersecurity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 329 Customer Satisfaction Procedure
Customer Information Event Data Recorders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330
Customer Satisfaction Procedure . . . . . . 320 OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330 Your satisfaction and goodwill are important
Customer Assistance Offices . . . . . . . . . . . 322 Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330 to your dealer and to Chevrolet. Normally,
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone any concerns with the sales transaction or
(TTY) Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322 the operation of the vehicle will be resolved
Online Owner Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322 by your dealer's sales or service
GM Mobility Reimbursement departments. Sometimes, however, despite
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323 the best intentions of all concerned,
Roadside Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . . 323 misunderstandings can occur. If your concern
Scheduling Service Appointments . . . . . . 324 has not been resolved to your satisfaction,
Courtesy Transportation Program . . . . . . 325 the following steps should be taken:
Collision Damage Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 326
Publication Ordering Information . . . . . . 327 STEP ONE : Discuss your concern with a
Radio Frequency Statement . . . . . . . . . . . 328 member of dealership management.
Normally, concerns can be quickly resolved
Reporting Safety Defects at that level. If the matter has already been
Reporting Safety Defects to the United reviewed with the sales, service, or parts
States Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 328 manager, contact the owner of your
Reporting Safety Defects to the dealership or the general manager.
Canadian Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 328 STEP TWO : If after contacting a member of
Reporting Safety Defects to General dealership management, it appears your
Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 329 concern cannot be resolved by your
dealership without further help, in the U.S.,
call the Chevrolet Customer Assistance
Center at 1-800-222-1020. In Canada, call
General Motors of Canada Customer Care
Centre at 1-800-263-3777 (English),
or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
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We encourage you to call the toll-free disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the STEP THREE — Canadian Owners : In the
number in order to give your inquiry interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited event that you do not feel your concerns
prompt attention. Have the following Warranty. Although you may be required to have been addressed after following the
information available to give the Customer resort to this informal dispute resolution procedure outlined in Steps One and Two,
Assistance representative: program prior to filing a court action, use of General Motors of Canada Company wants
. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). This is the program is free of charge and your case you to be aware of its participation in a
available from the vehicle registration or will generally be heard within 40 days. no-charge Mediation/Arbitration Program.
title, or the plate at the top left of the If you do not agree with the decision given General Motors of Canada Company has
instrument panel and visible through the in your case, you may reject it and proceed committed to binding arbitration of owner
windshield. with any other venue for relief available disputes involving factory-related vehicle
. Dealership name and location. to you. service claims. The program provides for the
You may contact the BBB Auto Line Program review of the facts involved by an impartial
. Vehicle delivery date and present mileage.
using the toll-free telephone number or third party arbiter, and may include an
When contacting Chevrolet, remember that write them at the following address: informal hearing before the arbiter. The
your concern will likely be resolved at a program is designed so that the entire
dealer's facility. That is why we suggest BBB Auto Line Program dispute settlement process, from the time
following Step One first. BBB National Programs, Inc. you file your complaint to the final decision,
3033 Wilson Boulevard should be completed in about 70 days. We
STEP THREE — U.S. Owners : Both General Suite 600 believe our impartial program offers
Motors and your dealer are committed to Arlington, VA 22201 advantages over courts in most jurisdictions
making sure you are completely satisfied
Telephone: 1-800-955-5100 because it is informal, quick, and free of
with your new vehicle. However, if you
[Link] charge.
continue to remain unsatisfied after
following the procedure outlined in programs-services/ For further information concerning eligibility
Steps One and Two, you can file with the dispute-handling-and-resolution/bbb-auto-line in the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration
Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line This program is available in all 50 states and Plan (CAMVAP), call toll-free 1-800-207-0685,
Program to enforce your rights. the District of Columbia. Eligibility is limited or call the General Motors Customer Care
by vehicle age, mileage, and other factors. Centre, 1-800-263-3777 (English),
The BBB Auto Line Program is an
General Motors reserves the right to change 1-800-263-7854 (French), or write to:
out-of-court program administered by BBB
National Programs, Inc. to settle automotive eligibility limitations and/or discontinue its
participation in this program.
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The Mediation/Arbitration Program Canada Online Owner Center
c/o Customer Care Centre
General Motors of Canada Company The Chevrolet Owner Center (U.S.)
General Motors of Canada Company
Customer Care Centre, Mail Code:
Mail Code: CA1-163-005 [Link]
CA1-163-005
1908 Colonel Sam Drive
1908 Colonel Sam Drive Learn more about your vehicle features,
Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7
Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 shop for and manage your connected
Your inquiry should be accompanied by the [Link] services and OnStar plans, and access
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). diagnostic information specific to your
1-800-263-3777 (English)
1-800-263-7854 (French) vehicle.
Customer Assistance Offices
1-800-263-3830 (For Text Telephone devices Membership Benefits
Chevrolet encourages customers to call the (TTYs))
toll-free number for assistance. However, if a Roadside Assistance: 1-800-268-6800 E : Download owner’s manuals and view
customer wishes to write or e-mail vehicle-specific how-to videos.
Chevrolet, the letter should be addressed to: Overseas
G : View maintenance schedules, alerts, and
United States and Puerto Rico Please contact the local General Motors Vehicle Diagnostic Information. Schedule
Business Unit. service appointments.
Chevrolet Motor Division
Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center Customer Assistance for Text I : View service records from your
P.O. Box 33170 dealership and add your own.
Telephone (TTY) Users
Detroit, MI 48232-5170
[Link] To assist customers who are deaf, hard of D : Select a preferred dealer and view
hearing, or speech-impaired and who use locations, maps, phone numbers, and hours.
1-800-222-1020 Text Telephones (TTYs), Chevrolet has TTY
1-800-833-2438 (For Text Telephone Devices r : Track your vehicle’s warranty
equipment available at its Customer information.
(TTYs)) Assistance Center. Any TTY user in the U.S.
Roadside Assistance: 1-800-243-8872 can communicate with Chevrolet by dialing: J : View active recalls by Vehicle
From U.S. Virgin Islands: 1-800-833-2438. TTY users in Canada can dial Identification Number (VIN). See Vehicle
1-800-263-3830. Identification Number (VIN) 0 316.
1-800-496-9994
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H : Manage your profile and payment adaptive equipment required for the vehicle, . Location of the vehicle
information. View your GM Rewards Card such as hand controls or a wheelchair/ . Model, year, color, and license plate
earnings and My Chevrolet Rewards points. scooter lift for the vehicle. number of the vehicle
To learn about the GM Mobility program, . Odometer reading, Vehicle Identification
F : Chat with online help representatives.
see [Link] or call the GM Number (VIN), and delivery date of the
Visit [Link] and create an Mobility Assistance Center at 1-800-323-9935. vehicle
account today. Text Telephone (TTY) users, call . Description of the problem
1-800-833-9935.
Chevrolet Owner Centre (Canada) Coverage
[Link] General Motors of Canada also has a
Mobility program. See [Link], or call Services are provided for the duration of the
Visit the Chevrolet Owner Centre at 1-800-GM-DRIVE (800-463-7483) for details. vehicle’s powertrain warranty.
[Link] (English) or [Link] TTY users call 1-800-263-3830.
(French) to access similar benefits to the In the U.S., anyone driving the vehicle is
covered. In Canada, a person driving the
U.S. site. Roadside Assistance Program vehicle without permission from the owner
GM Mobility Reimbursement For U.S.-purchased vehicles, call is not covered.
Program 1-800-243-8872. (Text Telephone (TTY): Roadside Assistance is not a part of the New
1-888-889-2438.) Vehicle Limited Warranty. General Motors
For Canadian-purchased vehicles, call North America and Chevrolet reserve the
1-800-268-6800. right to make any changes or discontinue
the Roadside Assistance program at any
Service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days time without notification.
a year.
General Motors North America and Chevrolet
Calling for Assistance reserve the right to limit services or
This program is available to qualified When calling Roadside Assistance, have the payment to an owner or driver if they
applicants for cost reimbursement, up to following information ready: decide the claims are made too often, or the
certain limits, of eligible aftermarket . Your name, home address, and home same type of claim is made many times.
telephone number
. Telephone number of your location
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Services Provided be reimbursed within the Powertrain . Trip Interruption Benefits and Assistance:
. Emergency Fuel Delivery: Delivery of warranty period. Items considered are Must be over 150 km from where your
enough fuel for the vehicle to get to the reasonable and customary hotel, meals, trip was started to qualify.
nearest service station. rental car, or a vehicle being delivered Pre-authorization, original detailed
back to the customer, up to 500 miles. receipts, and a copy of the repair orders
. Lock-Out Service: Service to unlock the are required. Once authorization has been
vehicle if you are locked out. A remote Services Not Included in Roadside received, the Roadside Assistance advisor
unlock may be available if you have Assistance will help to make arrangements and
OnStar. For security reasons, the driver . Impound towing caused by violation of explain how to receive payment.
must present identification before this
any laws . Alternative Service: If assistance cannot
service is given.
. Legal fines be provided right away, the Roadside
. Emergency Tow from a Public Road or
. Mounting, dismounting, or changing of Assistance advisor may give permission to
Highway: Tow to the nearest Chevrolet get local emergency road service. You will
dealer for warranty service, or if the snow tires, chains, or other traction
devices receive payment, up to $100, after
vehicle was in a crash and cannot be sending the original receipt to Roadside
driven. Assistance is not given when the Service is not provided if a vehicle is in an Assistance. Mechanical failures may be
vehicle is stuck in the sand, mud, area that is not accessible to the service covered, however any cost for parts and
or snow. vehicle or is not a regularly traveled or labor for repairs not covered by the
. Flat Tire Change: Service to change a flat maintained public road, which includes ice warranty are the owner responsibility.
tire with the spare tire. The spare tire, and winter roads. Off-road use is not
if equipped, must be in good condition covered. Scheduling Service Appointments
and properly inflated. It is the owner's
responsibility for the repair or Services Specific to Canadian-Purchased When the vehicle requires warranty service,
Vehicles contact your dealer and request an
replacement of the tire if it is not covered
. Fuel Delivery: Reimbursement is up to appointment. By scheduling a service
by the warranty.
7 liters. Propane and other fuels are not appointment and advising the service
. Battery Jump Start: Service to jump start consultant of your transportation needs,
a dead battery. provided through this service.
your dealer can help minimize your
. Trip Interruption Benefits and Assistance: . Lock-Out Service: Vehicle registration is
inconvenience.
If your trip is interrupted due to a required.
warranty event, incidental expenses may
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If the vehicle cannot be scheduled into the Owner Assistance Information” furnished Courtesy Rental Vehicle
service department immediately, keep with each new vehicle provides detailed For an overnight warranty repair, the dealer
driving it until it can be scheduled for warranty coverage information. may provide an available courtesy rental
service, unless, of course, the problem is vehicle or provide for reimbursement of a
safety related. If it is, please call your Transportation Options
rental vehicle. Reimbursement is limited and
dealership, let them know this, and ask for Warranty service can generally be must be supported by original receipts as
instructions. completed while you wait. However, if you well as a signed and completed rental
If your dealer requests you to bring the are unable to do so, your dealer may offer agreement and meet state/provincial, local,
vehicle for service, you are urged to do so the following transportation options: and rental vehicle provider requirements.
as early in the work day as possible to Shuttle Service Requirements vary and may include
allow for same-day repair. minimum age requirements, insurance
This includes one-way or round-trip shuttle coverage, credit card, etc. Additional fees
Courtesy Transportation Program service within reasonable time and distance such as fuel, rental vehicle insurance, taxes,
parameters of your dealer's area. levies, usage fees, excessive mileage,
To enhance your ownership experience, we
and our participating dealers are proud to Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement or rental usage beyond the completion of
offer Courtesy Transportation, a customer If overnight warranty repairs are needed, the repair are also your responsibility.
support program for vehicles with the and public transportation is used, the It may not be possible to provide a like
Bumper-to-Bumper (Base Warranty Coverage expense must be supported by original vehicle as a courtesy rental.
period in Canada), extended powertrain, receipts and within the maximum amount
and/or hybrid-specific warranties in both the allowed by GM. If U.S. customers arrange Additional Program Information
U.S. and Canada. their own transportation, limited All program options, such as shuttle service,
Several Courtesy Transportation options are reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses may not be available at every dealer.
available to assist in reducing inconvenience may be available. Claim amounts should Contact your dealer for specific availability.
when warranty repairs are required. reflect actual costs and be supported by
original receipts. See your dealer for General Motors reserves the right to
Courtesy Transportation is not a part of the information. unilaterally modify, change, or discontinue
New Vehicle Limited Warranty. A separate Courtesy Transportation at any time and to
manual entitled “Limited Warranty and resolve all questions of claim eligibility
pursuant to the terms and conditions
described herein at its sole discretion.
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Collision Damage Repair appearance and safety performance; Insuring the Vehicle
however, the history of these parts is not
If the vehicle is involved in a collision and it Protect your investment in the GM vehicle
known. Such parts are not covered by the
is damaged, have the damage repaired by a with comprehensive and collision insurance
GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any
qualified technician using the proper coverage. There are significant differences in
related failures are not covered by that
equipment and quality replacement parts. the quality of coverage afforded by various
warranty.
Poorly performed collision repairs diminish insurance policy terms. Many insurance
the vehicle resale value, and safety Aftermarket collision parts are also available. policies provide reduced protection to the
performance can be compromised in These are made by companies other than GM vehicle by limiting compensation for
subsequent collisions. GM and may not have been tested for the damage repairs through the use of
vehicle. As a result, these parts may fit aftermarket collision parts. Some insurance
Collision Parts poorly, exhibit premature durability/ companies will not specify aftermarket
Genuine GM Collision parts are new parts corrosion problems, and may not perform collision parts. When purchasing insurance,
made with the same materials and properly in subsequent collisions. we recommend that you ensure that the
construction methods as the parts with Aftermarket parts are not covered by the vehicle will be repaired with GM original
which the vehicle was originally built. GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any equipment collision parts. If such insurance
Genuine GM Collision parts are the best vehicle failure related to such parts is not coverage is not available from your current
choice to ensure that the vehicle's designed covered by that warranty. insurance carrier, consider switching to
appearance, durability, and safety are another insurance carrier.
Repair Facility
preserved. The use of Genuine GM parts can If the vehicle is leased, the leasing company
help maintain the GM New Vehicle Limited GM also recommends that you choose a may require you to have insurance that
Warranty. collision repair facility that meets your ensures repairs with Genuine GM Original
needs before you ever need collision repairs. Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts or
Recycled original equipment parts may also Your dealer may have a collision repair
be used for repair. These parts are typically Genuine Manufacturer replacement parts.
center with GM-trained technicians and Read the lease carefully, as you may be
removed from vehicles that were total losses state-of-the-art equipment, or be able to
in prior crashes. In most cases, the parts charged at the end of the lease for poor
recommend a collision repair center that has quality repairs.
being recycled are from undamaged sections GM-trained technicians and comparable
of the vehicle. A recycled original equipment equipment.
GM part may be an acceptable choice to
maintain the vehicle's originally designed
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If a Crash Occurs Choose a reputable repair facility that uses vehicle repaired with Genuine GM parts,
quality replacement parts. See “Collision even if your insurance coverage does not
If there has been an injury, call emergency
Parts” earlier in this section. pay the full cost.
services for help. Do not leave the scene of
a crash until all matters have been taken If the airbag has inflated, see What Will You If another party's insurance company is
care of. Move the vehicle only if its position See after an Airbag Inflates? 0 49. paying for the repairs, you are not obligated
puts you in danger, or you are instructed to to accept a repair valuation based on that
move it by a police officer. Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair insurance company's collision policy repair
Process limits, as you have no contractual limits
Give only the necessary information to
In the event that the vehicle requires with that company. In such cases, you can
police and other parties involved in the
damage repairs, GM recommends that you have control of the repair and parts choices
crash.
take an active role in its repair. If you have as long as the cost stays within reasonable
For emergency towing see Roadside a pre-determined repair facility of choice, limits.
Assistance Program 0 323. take the vehicle there, or have it towed
Gather the following information: there. Specify to the facility that any Publication Ordering Information
. Driver name, address, and telephone required replacement collision parts be Service Manuals
number original equipment parts, either new
Genuine GM parts or recycled original GM Service manuals have the diagnosis and
. Driver license number repair information on the engine,
parts. Remember, recycled parts will not be
. Owner name, address, and telephone covered by the GM vehicle warranty. transmission, axle, suspension, brakes,
number electrical system, steering system, body, etc.
Insurance pays the bill for the repair, but
. Vehicle license plate number
you must live with the repair. Depending on Customer Literature
. Vehicle make, model, and model year your policy limits, your insurance company
. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Owner’s manuals are written specifically for
may initially value the repair using
owners and are intended to provide basic
. Insurance company and policy number aftermarket parts. Discuss this with the
operational information about the vehicle.
. General description of the damage to the repair professional, and insist on Genuine
The owner’s manual includes the
other vehicle GM parts. Remember, if the vehicle is
Maintenance Schedule for all models.
leased, you may be obligated to have the
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Customer literature publications available for Science and Economic Development (ISED) If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it
purchase include owner’s manuals, warranty Canada's license-exempt RSS(s) / RSP-100 / may open an investigation, and if it
manuals, and portfolios. Portfolios include an ICES-GEN. finds that a safety defect exists in a
owner’s manual, warranty manual, Operation is subject to the following two group of vehicles, it may order a recall
if applicable, and zip lock bag or pouch. conditions: and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA
Current and Past Models 1. The device may not cause harmful cannot become involved in individual
Service manuals and customer literature are interference. problems between you, your dealer,
available for many current and past model 2. The device must accept any interference or General Motors.
year GM vehicles. received, including interference that may To contact NHTSA, you may call the
cause undesired operation of the device.
To order, call 1-800-551-4123 Monday–Friday, Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at
8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. eastern time Changes or modifications to any of these 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go
systems by other than an authorized service to [Link] or
For credit card orders only (VISA, facility could void authorization to use this
MasterCard, or Discover), see Helm, Inc. at: write to:
equipment.
[Link]. Administrator, NHTSA
To order by mail, write to: Reporting Safety Defects 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E.
Helm, Incorporated Washington, D.C. 20590
Attention: Customer Service Reporting Safety Defects to the You can also obtain other information
47911 Halyard Drive United States Government about motor vehicle safety from
Plymouth, MI 48170
If you believe that your vehicle has a [Link]
Make checks payable in U.S. funds.
defect which could cause a crash or Reporting Safety Defects to the
Radio Frequency Statement could cause injury or death, you should
immediately inform the National Canadian Government
This vehicle uses license-exempt transmitters
Highway Traffic Safety Administration If you live in Canada, and you believe
/ receivers / systems that operate on a
radio frequency that complies with Part 15/ (NHTSA) in addition to notifying General that the vehicle has a safety defect,
Part 18 of the Federal Communications Motors. notify Transport Canada immediately,
Commission (FCC) rules and with Innovation,
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and notify General Motors of Canada General Motors of Canada Company or average speed. These modules may retain
Company. Call Transport Canada at Customer Care Centre, Mail Code: personal preferences, such as radio presets,
1-800-333-0510; go to: CA1-163-005 seat positions, and temperature settings.
1908 Colonel Sam Drive
[Link]/recalls (English) Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Cybersecurity
[Link]/rappels (French) In Mexico, call 800-466-0811 or GM collects information about the use of
or write to: 800-508-0000. your vehicle including operational and safety
related information. We collect this
Transport Canada In other Central America and Caribbean
information to provide, evaluate, improve,
Motor Vehicle Safety Directorate Countries, call 52-555-901-2369.
and troubleshoot our products and services
Defect Investigations and Recalls and to develop new products and services.
Division Vehicle Data Recording and The protection of vehicle electronics systems
80 Noel Street Privacy and customer data from unauthorized
Gatineau, QC J8Z 0A1 outside electronic access or control is
The vehicle has a number of computers that important to GM. GM maintains appropriate
Reporting Safety Defects to record information about the vehicle’s security standards, practices, guidelines and
performance and how it is driven or used. controls aimed at defending the vehicle and
General Motors For example, the vehicle uses computer the vehicle service ecosystem against
In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport modules to monitor and control engine and unauthorized electronic access, detecting
Canada) in a situation like this, notify transmission performance, to monitor the possible malicious activity in related
General Motors. conditions for airbag deployment and networks, and responding to suspected
deploy them in a crash, and, if equipped, to cybersecurity incidents in a timely,
In the U.S., call 1-800-222-1020, or write:
provide antilock braking to help the driver coordinated and effective manner. Security
Chevrolet Motor Division control the vehicle. These modules may incidents could impact your safety or
Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center store data to help the dealer technician compromise your private data. To minimize
P.O. Box 33170 service the vehicle or to help GM improve security risks, please do not connect your
Detroit, MI 48232-5170 safety or features. Some modules may also vehicle electronic systems to unauthorized
In Canada, call 1-800-263-3777 (English) or store data about how the vehicle is devices or connect your vehicle to any
1-800-263-7854 (French), or write: operated, such as rate of fuel consumption unknown or untrusted networks (such as
Bluetooth, WIFI or similar technology). In
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the event you suspect any security incident Note others for research purposes, where a need
impacting your data or the safe operation of EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only is shown and the data is not tied to a
your vehicle, please stop operating your if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no specific vehicle or vehicle owner.
vehicle and contact your dealer. data are recorded by the EDR under normal
driving conditions and no personal data OnStar
Event Data Recorders (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location) If the vehicle is equipped with OnStar and
This vehicle is equipped with an event data are recorded. However, other parties, such has an active service plan, additional data
recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR as law enforcement, could combine the EDR may be collected and transmitted through
is to record, in certain crash or near data with the type of personally identifying the OnStar system. This includes information
crash-like situations, such as an air bag data routinely acquired during a crash about the vehicle’s operation; collisions
deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data investigation. involving the vehicle; the use of the vehicle
that will assist in understanding how a To read data recorded by an EDR, special and its features, including infotainment; and
vehicle’s systems performed. The EDR is equipment is required, and access to the the location and approximate GPS speed of
designed to record data related to vehicle vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle. Refer to the OnStar Terms and
dynamics and safety systems for a short the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such Conditions and Privacy Statement on the
period of time, typically 30 seconds or less. as law enforcement, that have the special OnStar website.
The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record equipment, can read the information if they See OnStar Additional Information 0 332.
such data as: have access to the vehicle or the EDR.
. How various systems in your vehicle were
GM will not access these data or share it Infotainment System
operating; with others except: with the consent of the If the vehicle is equipped with a navigation
. Whether or not the driver and passenger vehicle owner or, if the vehicle is leased, system as part of the infotainment system,
safety belts were buckled/fastened; with the consent of the lessee; in response use of the system may result in the storage
. How far (if at all) the driver was to an official request by police or similar of destinations, addresses, telephone
depressing the accelerator and/or brake government office; as part of GM's defense numbers, and other trip information. See the
pedal; and, of litigation through the discovery process; infotainment section for information on
. How fast the vehicle was traveling. or, as required by law. Data that GM collects stored data and for deletion instructions.
or receives may also be used for GM
These data can help provide a better research needs or may be made available to
understanding of the circumstances in which
crashes and injuries occur.
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OnStar OnStar Overview The OnStar system status light is next to
the OnStar buttons. If the status light is:
. Solid Green: System is ready.
OnStar Overview
OnStar Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331 . Flashing Green: On a call.
. Red: Indicates a problem.
OnStar Services . Off: System is off. Press Q twice to
Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332 speak with an OnStar Advisor.

= Voice Command Button Press Q or call 1-888-4ONSTAR

OnStar Additional Information
(1-888-466-7827) to speak to an Advisor.
OnStar Additional Information . . . . . . . . . 332
Q Blue OnStar Button Functionality of the Voice Command button
> Red Emergency Button may vary by vehicle and region.
This vehicle may be equipped with a Press = to:
comprehensive, in-vehicle system that can . Open the OnStar app on the infotainment
connect to an OnStar Advisor for Emergency, display. See OnStar System 0 124 for
Security, Navigation, Connections, and information on how to use the
Diagnostics Services. OnStar services may OnStar app.
require a paid service plan and data plan.
OnStar requires the vehicle battery and Or
electrical system, cellular service, and GPS . Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn Navigation voice
satellite signals to be available and commands.
operating. OnStar acts as a link to existing . Obtain and customize the Wi-Fi hotspot
emergency service providers. OnStar may name or SSID and password, if equipped.
collect information about you and your
vehicle, including location information. See Press Q to connect to an Advisor to:
OnStar User Terms, Privacy Statement, and . Verify account information or update
Software Terms for more details including contact information.
system limitations at [Link] (U.S.) . Get driving directions.
or [Link] (Canada).
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. Receive a Diagnostic check of the vehicle's With OnStar Crisis Assist, specially trained Theft Alarm Notification
key operating systems. Advisors are available 24 hours a day, 7 days
If equipped, if the doors are locked and the
. Receive Roadside Assistance. a week, to provide a central point of
vehicle alarm sounds, a notification by text,
. Manage Wi-Fi Settings, if equipped. contact, assistance, and information during a
e-mail, or phone call will be sent. If the
crisis.
Press > to get a priority connection to an vehicle is stolen, an OnStar Advisor can work
With Roadside Assistance, Advisors can with authorities to recover the vehicle.
OnStar Advisor available 24/7 to:
locate a nearby service provider to help with
. Get help for an emergency. a flat tire, a battery jump, or an empty
. Be a Good Samaritan or respond to an gas tank.
OnStar Additional
AMBER Alert. Information
. Get assistance in severe weather or other Security
crisis situations and find evacuation In-Vehicle Audio Messages
If equipped, OnStar provides these services:
routes. . With Stolen Vehicle Assistance, OnStar Audio messages may play important
Advisors can use GPS to pinpoint the information at the following times:
OnStar Services vehicle and help authorities quickly . Prior to vehicle purchase. Press Q to set
recover it. up an account.
Emergency . With Remote Ignition Block, if equipped, . After change in ownership and at
Emergency Services require an active safety OnStar can block the engine from being 90 days.
and security plan. With Automatic Crash restarted.
Response, built-in sensors can automatically . With Stolen Vehicle Slowdown, Transferring Service
alert a specially trained OnStar Advisor who if equipped, OnStar can work with law Press Q to request account transfer
is immediately connected in to the vehicle enforcement to gradually slow the eligibility information. The Advisor can
to help. vehicle down. cancel or change account information.
Press > for a priority connection to an Selling/Transferring the Vehicle
OnStar Advisor who can contact emergency
service providers, direct them to your exact Call 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827)
location, and relay important information. immediately to terminate your OnStar or
connected services if the vehicle is disposed
of, sold, transferred, or if the lease ends.
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Reactivation for Subsequent Owners technology compatible with OnStar or . Provide directions to the closest hospital
connected services. Service involving location or pharmacy in urgent situations.
Press Q and follow the prompts to speak to information about the vehicle cannot work
an Advisor as soon as possible. The Advisor unless GPS signals are available, TTY Users
will update vehicle records and explain unobstructed, and compatible with the OnStar has the ability to communicate to
OnStar or connected service options. OnStar hardware. OnStar or connected deaf, hard-of-hearing, or speech-impaired
How OnStar Service Works services may not work if the OnStar customers while in the vehicle. The available
equipment is not properly installed or it has dealer-installed TTY system can provide
Automatic Crash Response, Emergency not been properly maintained. If equipment in-vehicle access to all OnStar services,
Services, Crisis Assist, Stolen Vehicle or software is added, connected, except Virtual Advisor and OnStar
Assistance, Remote Services, and Roadside or modified, OnStar or connected services Turn-by-Turn Navigation.
Assistance are available on most vehicles. may not work. Other problems beyond the
Not all OnStar services are available If equipped, TTY mode can be turned on or
control of OnStar — such as hills, tall
everywhere or on all vehicles. For more off by touching Settings, then Apps, and
buildings, tunnels, weather, electrical system
information, a full description of OnStar then Phone. When TTY mode is on, phone
design and architecture of the vehicle,
services, system limitations, and OnStar User calls can be made or received with OnStar
damage to the vehicle in a crash, or wireless
Terms, Privacy Statement, and Software using the infotainment display.
phone network congestion or jamming —
Terms: may prevent service. OnStar Personal Identification
. Call 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827). Number (PIN)
See Radio Frequency Statement 0 328.
. See [Link] (U.S.).
Services for People with Disabilities A PIN is needed to access some OnStar
. See [Link] (Canada). services. The PIN will need to be changed
. Call TTY 1-877-248-2080. Advisors provide services to help with the first time when speaking with an
. Press Q to speak with an Advisor. physical disabilities and medical conditions. Advisor. To change the OnStar PIN, contact
Press Q to help: an OnStar Advisor by pressing Q or calling
OnStar or connected services cannot work
. Locate a gas station with an attendant to 1-888-4ONSTAR.
unless the vehicle is in a place where OnStar
has an agreement with a wireless service pump gas. Warranty
provider for service in that area. The . Find a hotel, restaurant, etc., that meets
wireless service provider must also have OnStar equipment may be warranted as part
accessibility needs. of the vehicle warranty.
coverage, network capacity, reception, and
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Languages A temporary loss of GPS can cause loss of Add-on Electrical Equipment
the ability to send a Turn-by-Turn
The vehicle can be programmed to respond The OnStar system is integrated into the
Navigation route. The Advisor may give a
in multiple languages. Press Q and ask for verbal route or may ask for a call back after
electrical architecture of the vehicle. Do not
an Advisor. Advisors are available in English, add any electrical equipment. See Add-On
the vehicle is driven into an open area.
Spanish, and French. Available languages Electrical Equipment 0 226. Added electrical
may vary by country. Cellular and GPS Antennas equipment may interfere with the operation
of the OnStar system and cause it to not
Potential Issues Cellular reception is required for OnStar to operate.
send remote signals to the vehicle. Do not
OnStar cannot perform Remote Door Unlock place items over or near the antenna to Vehicle Software Updates
or Stolen Vehicle Assistance after the vehicle prevent blocking cellular and GPS signal
has been off continuously for 10 days OnStar or GM may remotely deliver
reception.
without an ignition cycle. If the vehicle has software updates or changes to the vehicle
not been started for 10 days, OnStar can Unable to Connect to OnStar Message without further notice or consent. These
contact Roadside Assistance or a locksmith updates or changes may enhance or
If there is limited cellular coverage or the maintain safety, security, or the operation
to help gain access to the vehicle. cellular network has reached maximum of the vehicle or the vehicle systems.
Global Positioning System (GPS) capacity, this message may come on. Press Software updates or changes may affect or
. Obstruction of the GPS can occur in a Q to try the call again or try again after erase data or settings that are stored in the
large city with tall buildings; in parking driving a few miles into another vehicle, such as saved navigation
garages; around airports; in tunnels and cellular area. destinations or pre-set radio stations.
underpasses; or in an area with very Neither OnStar nor GM is responsible for
Vehicle and Power Issues
dense trees. If GPS signals are not any affected or erased data or settings.
available, the OnStar system should still OnStar services require a vehicle electrical These updates or changes may also collect
operate to call OnStar. However, OnStar system, wireless service, and GPS satellite personal information. Such collection is
could have difficulty identifying the exact technologies to be available and operating described in the OnStar privacy statement or
location. for features to function properly. These separately disclosed at the time of
. In emergency situations, OnStar can use systems may not operate if the battery is installation. These updates or changes may
the last stored GPS location to send to discharged or disconnected. also cause a system to automatically
emergency responders. communicate with GM servers to collect
information about vehicle system status,
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identify whether updates or changes are for a period of three years after our last
available, or deliver updates or changes. An shipment of this product. This offer is valid
active OnStar agreement constitutes consent to anyone in receipt of this information.
to these software updates or changes and *Provided through LG Electronics Inc., who is
agreement that either OnStar or GM may solely responsible for provisions of related
remotely deliver them to the vehicle. OSS compliance.
Privacy
The complete OnStar Privacy Statement may
be found at [Link] (U.S.),
or [Link] (Canada). We recommend
that you review it. If you have any
questions, call 1-888-4ONSTAR
(1-888-466-7827) or press Q to speak with
an Advisor. Users of wireless
communications are cautioned that the
privacy of any information sent via wireless
cellular communications cannot be assured.
Third parties may unlawfully intercept or
access transmissions and private
communications without consent.
OnStar - Software Acknowledgements
To obtain the source code under GPL, LGPL,
MPL, and other open source licenses, that is
contained in this product, please visit http://
[Link]. In addition to the
source code, all referred license terms,
warranty disclaimers, and copyright notices
are available for download. This offer is valid
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Connected Services Connected Services 2. Say “Cancel route.” System responds:
“Do you want to cancel directions?”
Connected Services Navigation 3. Say “Yes.” System responds: “OK, request
Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 336 completed, thank you, goodbye.”
Navigation requires a specific OnStar or
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 337 connected service plan. Route Preview
Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 338
Press Q to receive Turn-by-Turn directions 1. Press =. System responds: “OnStar
or have them sent to the vehicle’s ready,” then a tone.
navigation screen, if equipped. 2. Say “Route preview.” System responds
with the next three maneuvers.
Turn-by-Turn Navigation
Repeat
1. Press Q to connect to an Advisor.
1. Press =. System responds: “OnStar
2. Request directions to be downloaded to
ready,” then a tone.
the vehicle.
2. Say “Repeat.” System responds with the
3. Follow the voice-guided commands.
last direction given, then responds with
Using Voice Commands During a “OnStar ready,” then a tone.
Planned Route Get My Destination
Functionality of the Voice Command button, 1. Press =. System responds: “OnStar
if equipped, may vary by vehicle and region. ready,” then a tone.
For some vehicles, press = to open the 2. Say “Get my destination.” System
OnStar app on the infotainment display. For responds with the address and distance
other vehicles press = as follows. to the destination, then responds with
Cancel Route “OnStar ready,” then a tone.

1. Press =. System responds: “OnStar Send Destination to Vehicle

ready,” then a tone. Directions can be sent to the vehicle’s
navigation screen, if equipped.
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Press Q, then ask the Advisor to download Wi-Fi Hotspot (If Equipped) After initial set-up, your vehicle’s Wi-Fi
directions to the vehicle’s navigation system, The vehicle may have a built-in Wi-Fi hotspot will connect automatically to your
if equipped. After the call ends, the hotspot that provides access to the Internet mobile devices. Manage data usage by
navigation screen will provide prompts to and web content at 4G LTE speed. Up to turning Wi-Fi on or off on your mobile
begin driving directions. Routes that are sent seven mobile devices can be connected. device, using the myChevrolet mobile app,
to the navigation screen can only be A data plan is required. Use the in-vehicle or by contacting an OnStar Advisor. On
canceled through the navigation system. controls only when it is safe to do so. some vehicles, Wi-Fi can also be managed
from the Wi-Fi Hotspot menu.
See [Link] (U.S.) or [Link] 1. To retrieve Wi-Fi hotspot information,
(Canada). press = to open the OnStar app on the MyChevrolet Mobile App (If Available)
infotainment display, then select Wi-Fi Download the myChevrolet mobile app to
Connections Hotspot. On some vehicles, touch Wi-Fi compatible Apple and Android smartphones.
The following services help with staying or Wi-Fi Settings on the screen. Chevrolet users can access the following
connected. 2. The Wi-Fi settings will display the Wi-Fi services from a smartphone:
For coverage maps, see [Link] hotspot name (SSID), password, and on . Remotely start/stop the vehicle,
(U.S.) or [Link] (Canada). some vehicles, the connection type (no if factory-equipped.
Internet connection, 3G, 4G, 4G LTE), and . Lock/unlock doors, if equipped with
Ensuring Security signal quality (poor, good, excellent). The automatic locks.
. Change the default passwords for the LTE icon shows connection to Wi-Fi. It is . Activate the horn and lamps.
Wi-Fi hotspot and myChevrolet mobile possible that the icon may not illuminate . Check the vehicle’s fuel level, oil life,
application. Make these passwords even though the vehicle has an active
different from each other and use a or tire pressure, if factory-equipped with
connection.
combination of letters and numbers to the Tire Pressure Monitor System.
3. To change the SSID or password, press . Send destinations to the vehicle.
increase the security.
. Change the default name of the SSID
Q or call 1-888-4ONSTAR to connect . Locate the vehicle on a map (U.S.
with an Advisor. On some vehicles, the market only).
(Service Set Identifier). This is your
SSID and password can be changed in
network’s name that is visible to other . Turn the vehicle's Wi-Fi hotspot on/off,
the Wi-Fi Hotspot menu.
wireless devices. Choose a unique name manage settings, and monitor data
and avoid family names or vehicle consumption, if equipped.
descriptions. . Locate a dealer and schedule service.
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. Request Roadside Assistance. Diagnostics
. Set a parking reminder with pin drop,
take a photo, make a note, and set a By monitoring and reporting on the vehicle's
timer. key systems, OnStar Advanced Diagnostics,
if equipped, provides a way to keep up on
. Connect with Chevrolet on social media.
maintenance. Capabilities vary by model.
Features are subject to change. For See [Link] for details and system
myChevrolet mobile app information and limitations. Features are subject to change.
compatibility, see [Link]. For updates on feature capabilities, see
An active OnStar or connected service plan [Link]. Message and data rates
may be required. A compatible device, may apply.
factory-installed remote start, and power
locks are required. Data rates apply. See
[Link] for details and system
limitations.
Remote Services
Contact an OnStar Advisor to unlock the
doors or sound the horn and flash the
lamps.
Marketplace
OnStar Advisors can provide offers from
restaurants and retailers on your route, help
locate hotels, or book a room. These services
vary by market.
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Airbags
Index A
Accessories and Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . 229 Adding Equipment to the Vehicle . . . . . . . 53
Accessory Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186 Passenger Status Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Adaptive Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197 Readiness Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Add-On Electrical Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226 Servicing Airbag-Equipped Vehicles . . . . . . 53
Additional Information System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332 Alarm
Additional Maintenance and Care . . . . . . . . 309 Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Adjustments Alert
Lumbar, Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Lane Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214
Agreements Side Blind Zone (SBZA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214
Trademarks and License . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 All-Season Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237 AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164, 166 Antenna
Air Filter Backglass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237 Multi-band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Air Filter, Passenger Compartment . . . . . . . 170 Antilock Brake System (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .191
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169 Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Airbag System Appearance Care
Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295
How Does an Airbag Restrain? . . . . . . . . . . 48 Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299
Passenger Sensing System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Apple CarPlay and Android Auto . . . . . . . . . 146
What Makes an Airbag Inflate? . . . . . . . . . 48 Armrest
What Will You See after an Airbag Rear Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Assistance Program, Roadside . . . . . . . . . . . . 323
When Should an Airbag Inflate? . . . . . . . . 47 Assistance Systems for Driving . . . . . . . . . . 209
Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Assistance Systems for Parking and
Backing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
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Audio Brake C
Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Parking, Electric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192 California
Auto Stop System Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Perchlorate Materials Requirements . . . 228
Stop/Start System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243 California Proposition
Automatic Antilock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191 65 Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .228, 244, 290,
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193 Back Cover
Emergency Braking (AEB) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211 Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243 Canadian Vehicle Owners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Headlamp System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191 Capacities and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . .317
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188 Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .174 Carbon Monoxide
Transmission Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236 Automatic Emergency (AEB) . . . . . . . . . . . . 211 Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
Automatic Transmission Braking System Trunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190 Front Pedestrian (FPB) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212 Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Shift Lock Control Function Check . . . . . . 247 Break-In, New Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .182 Cargo
Auxiliary Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123 Buckle To Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Tie-Downs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Avoiding Untrusted Media Devices . . . . . . . 120 Bulb Replacement Caution, Danger, and Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249 Center Console Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
B
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249 Chains, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277
Backglass Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249 Charging
Battery
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, Wireless . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver . . . . . . . . 109
Sidemarker, and Parking Lamps . . . . . . 250 Charging System Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Load Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
License Plate Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252 Check
Power Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator) . . . . 87
Battery - North America . . . . . . . . . . . . 244, 290
Stoplamps, and Back-up Child Restraints
Blade Replacement, Wiper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247
Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250, 251 Infants and Young Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Bluetooth
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274 Lower Anchors and Tethers for
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141, 142
Bluetooth Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123 Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Securing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67, 68
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Child Restraints (cont'd) Convenience Net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73 Data Collection (cont'd)
Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330
Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253 Coolant Data Recorders, Event . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330
Cleaning Engine Temperature Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Database Coverage Explanations . . . . . . . . . 136
Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295 Engine Temperature Warning Light . . . . . 91 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299 Cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164, 166 Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .173
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164 Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238 Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164 Courtesy Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Destination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Dual Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166 Courtesy Transportation Program . . . . . . . . 325 Diagnostics
Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164 Coverage Explanations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Connected Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 338
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195 Distracted Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .173
Cluster, Instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Dome Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Collision Damage Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 326 Cruise Control, Adaptive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197 Door
Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289 Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72 Ajar Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Compartments Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322 Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Offices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322 Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Compressor Kit, Tire Sealant . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279 Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . . . . . . . . . 322 Power Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Connected Services Customer Information Drive Belt Routing, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 337 Publications Ordering Information . . . . . 327 Driver
Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 338 Customer Satisfaction Procedure . . . . . . . . . 320 Teen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 336 Cybersecurity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 329 Driver Assistance Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204
Connections Driver Information Center (DIC) . . . . . . . 94, 96
D
Connected Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 337 Driving
Damage Repair, Collision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 326
Control Assistance Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
Danger, Warning, and Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Traction and Electronic Stability . . . . . . . 193 Better Fuel Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Data Collection
Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .174 Characteristics and Towing Tips . . . . . . . . 221
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330
Controls Defensive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
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Driving (cont'd) Engine (cont'd) Flat Tire (cont'd)
If the Vehicle is Stuck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178 Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238 Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285
Impaired . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174 Drive Belt Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319 Floor Mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176 Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188 Fluid
Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175 Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185 Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
Vehicle Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179 Oil Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243
Wet Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176 Oil Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242
Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177 Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241 Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Dual Automatic Climate Control Power Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System . . . . 209
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166 Running While Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188 Frequency Statement
Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183 Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 328
E
Engine Air Filter Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237 Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB)
Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .212
Electric Parking Brake Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Equipment, Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225 Front Seats
Electrical Equipment, Add-On . . . . . . . . . . . . 226
Event Data Recorders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330 Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Electrical System
Exit Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Heated and Ventilated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Engine Compartment Fuse Block . . . . . . . 254
Extended Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .187 Fuel
Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253
Extender, Seat Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
Instrument Panel Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . 258
Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Economy, Driving for Better . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Overload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253
Exterior Lamps Off Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Filling a Portable Fuel Container . . . . . . . 220
Emergency
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver . . . . . . . . . . 109 Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332
Foreign Countries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
Engine F
Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237 Filter,
Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Check Light (Malfunction Indicator) . . . . . 87 Engine Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
Prohibited Fuels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
Compartment Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231 Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Recommended . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
Coolant Temperature Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Flashers, Hazard Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Top Tier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
Coolant Temperature Warning Light . . . . 91 Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278
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Fuses H Hill Start Assist (HSA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
Engine Compartment Fuse Block . . . . . . . 254 Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249 Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253 Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
Instrument Panel Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . 258 HD Radio Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 How to Wear Seat Belts Properly . . . . . . . . . 39
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 HVAC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164, 166
G
Headlamps
Gas Strut(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248 I
Gauges Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249 If the System Needs Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Engine Coolant Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .182
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249 Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . 106 Indicator
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Pedestrian Ahead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, Vehicle Ahead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Sidemarker, and Parking Lamps . . . . . . 250 Infants and Young Children, Restraints . . . . 56
Voltmeter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Information
Warning Lights and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . 80 High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Publication Ordering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327
General Information Lamps On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330
Service and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303 Heated Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220 Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Instrument Panel Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228 Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Global Positioning System (GPS) . . . . . . . . . .135 Heated and Ventilated Front Seats . . . . . . . 34 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 110
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72 Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Heater J
GM Mobility Reimbursement
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185 Jack
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323
Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164, 166 Auxiliary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Guidance
High Voltage Devices and Wiring . . . . . . . . 253 Jump Starting - North America . . . . . . . . . . . 290
Problems with the Route . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
High-Speed Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .177
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K Lighting Lights (cont'd)
Keyless Entry Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Remote (RKE) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Traction Control System
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Illumination Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 (TCS)/StabiliTrak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249 Traction Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
L Locks
Lights
Labeling, Tire Sidewall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261
Airbag Readiness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Automatic Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Lamps
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Courtesy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Daytime Running (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Brake System Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Dome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Charging System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Power Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Exterior Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Check Engine (Malfunction Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Exterior Lamps Off Reminder . . . . . . . . . . 105
Indicator) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver . . . . . . . . 109
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
License Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252
Door Ajar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Low-Profile Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261
Malfunction Indicator (Check
Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Lower Anchors and Tethers for
Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Engine Coolant Temperature Children (LATCH System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Lumbar Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Engine Oil Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .214
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216 M
High-Beam On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Lane Keep Assist Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Maintenance
High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315
Lane Keep Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
LATCH System Maintenance and Care
Low Fuel Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Replacing Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Additional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309
Seat Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
LATCH, Lower Anchors and Tethers for Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61 Recommended Fluids and
Service Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . 89
LED Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249 Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312
StabiliTrak OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
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Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Navigation (cont'd) P
Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190 Using the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Park
Map Data Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Navigation Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128 Shifting Into . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127 Net, Convenience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73 Shifting Out of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
Media New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .182 Park Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
Avoiding Untrusted Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Parking
O
Memory Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Messages Brake and P (Park) Mechanism
Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Engine Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247
Off-Road
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Extended . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
Vehicle Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Over Things That Burn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
Oil
Mirrors Parking or Backing
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234
Automatic Dimming Rearview . . . . . . . . . . 22 Assistance Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
Convex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator . . . . . . . . . 86
Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Folding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Passenger Compartment Air Filter . . . . . . . 170
Older Children, Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Passenger Sensing System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Online Owner Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322
Manual Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Pedestrian Ahead Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Perchlorate Materials Requirements,
OnStar Additional Information . . . . . . . . . . . 332
Tilt in Reverse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 California . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228
OnStar Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332
Mirrors, Interior Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Personalization
OnStar Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .331
Monitor System, Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . 268 Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
OnStar Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332
Multi-band Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Phone
OnStar System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124, 134
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto . . . . . . . 146
N Outlets
Navigation Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141, 142
Connected Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 336 Overheating, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .241 Port
Destination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Positioning
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
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Power Radios (cont'd) Replacing Seat Belt System Parts after
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Satellite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Reading Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 Reporting Safety Defects
Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Rear Seat Armrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Canadian Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 328
Protection, Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 329
Retained Accessory (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186 Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 328
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205 Restraints
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Where to Put . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Automatic Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) . . . . . . . . . 186
Privacy Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Reverse Tilt Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Vehicle Data Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 329 Recognition Roads
Problems with Route Guidance . . . . . . . . . . .135 Voice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Driving, Wet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176
Program Recommended Roadside Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . . . . 323
Courtesy Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218 Roof
Prohibited Fuels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .218 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants . . . . . .312 Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Proposition 65 Warning, Records Rotation, Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
California . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .228, 244, 290, Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315 Routing, Engine Drive Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319
Back Cover Recreational Vehicle Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293 Running the Vehicle While Parked . . . . . . . 188
Publication Ordering Information . . . . . . . . 327 Reimbursement Program, GM
S
Mobility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323
R Safety Defects Reporting
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System . . . . . . . .7
Radio Canadian Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 328
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
HD Radio Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 329
Replacement Parts
Radio Data System (RDS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 328
Airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Radio Frequency Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 328 Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 313
Radio Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119 Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Replacing Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Radios Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Replacing LATCH System Parts after a
AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Scheduling Appointments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324
Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
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Sealant Kit, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279 Service (cont'd) Start Assist, Hill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Climate Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164 Start Vehicle, Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Buckle To Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Doing Your Own Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229 Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .183
Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Maintenance Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315 Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .174
Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Maintenance, General Information . . . . . 303 Heated Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
How to Wear Seat Belts Properly . . . . . . . 39 Parts Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316 Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Scheduling Appointments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324 Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Service Electric Parking Brake Light . . . . . . . 89 Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Replacing after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Services Stop/Start System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
Use During Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Special Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309 Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps
Seats Servicing System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250, 251
Adjustment, Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Servicing the Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53 Storage Areas
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .147 Center Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Heated and Ventilated Front . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Shift Lock Control Function Check, Convenience Net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Heated, Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247 Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Lumbar Adjustment, Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Shifting Umbrella . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186 Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
Power Adjustment, Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Out of Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187 Storing the Tire Sealant and
Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .214 Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Signals, Turn and Lane-Change . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Struts
Securing Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67, 68 Software Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116 Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
Security Spare Tire Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .178
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Compact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289 Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332 Special Application Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309 Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Specifications and Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . .317 Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Vehicle Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171 StabiliTrak System
Accessories and Modifications . . . . . . . . . 229 OFF Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Engine Air Filter Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
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System (cont'd) Tires (cont'd) Traction Control/Electronic Stability
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) . . . . . . . . . . . 209 Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266, 267 Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
Global Positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Trademarks and License Agreements . . . . . 156
Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330 Pressure Monitor Operation . . . . . . . . . . . 269 Trailer
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Pressure Monitor System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268 Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224
Systems Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272 Transmission
Driver Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204 Sealant and Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . 279 Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
Sealant and Compressor Kit, Fluid, Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
T
Storing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284 Transportation Program, Courtesy . . . . . . . 325
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261 Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Taillamps
Terminology and Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . 263 Trunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250, 251
Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . . . . . . . . 275 Turn and Lane-Change Signals . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Teen Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .153
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance . . . . 276 Turn Signal
Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322
Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276 Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250, 251
Theft-Deterrent Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
When It Is Time for New Tires . . . . . . . . . 273
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 U
Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260
Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 Umbrella Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
Top Tier Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .217
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259 Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . 275
Towing
All-Season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260 Updates
Driving Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274 Map Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225
Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277 Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220
Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285 USB Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Recreational Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293
Compact Spare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289 Using the Navigation System . . . . . . . . . . . . .124
Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224
Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263 Using the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292
Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275 Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Traction
If a Tire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278
Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak V
Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Vehicle
Low Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261
Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Alarm System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
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Index 349
Vehicle (cont'd) Warning (cont'd)
Canadian Owners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Caution and Danger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174 Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Identification Number (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . 316 Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179 Warnings
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Hazard Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Personalization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242
Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Wheels
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Alignment and Tire Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . 276
Speed Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292 Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276
Vehicle Ahead Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 When It Is Time for New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 273
Vehicle Care Where to Put the Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Storing the Tire Sealant and Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284 Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266 Windshield
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy . . . . . . 329 Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
Vehicle Positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135 Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Ventilation, Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169 Winter
Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Voice Recognition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Winter Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260
Voltage Devices and Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253 Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247
Voltmeter Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Wireless Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Wiring, High Voltage Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . 253
W
Warning
Brake System Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
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