2019 Buick Enclave Owners Manual PDF

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Buick Enclave Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-
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Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Keys, Doors, and Windows . . . . . 28
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Instruments and Controls . . . . . . 120
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . 173
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . . 182
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263
Service and Maintenance . . . . . 340
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353
Customer Information . . . . . . . . . 356
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . 367
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 370
Connected Services . . . . . . . . . . . 378
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 382
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2 Introduction
Introduction For vehicles first sold in Canada, Canadian Vehicle Owners
substitute the name “General
Motors of Canada Company” for A French language manual can be
Buick Motor Division wherever it obtained from your dealer, at
appears in this manual. www.helminc.com, or from:
This manual describes features that Propriétaires Canadiens
may or may not be on the vehicle On peut obtenir un exemplaire de
because of optional equipment that ce guide en français auprès du
was not purchased on the vehicle, concessionnaire ou à l'adresse
The names, logos, emblems, model variants, country
slogans, vehicle model names, suivante:
specifications, features/applications
and vehicle body designs appearing that may not be available in your Helm, Incorporated
in this manual including, but not region, or changes subsequent to Attention: Customer Service
limited to, GM, the GM logo, the printing of this owner’s manual. 47911 Halyard Drive
BUICK, the BUICK Emblem, and Plymouth, MI 48170
ENCLAVE are trademarks and/or Refer to the purchase USA
service marks of General Motors documentation relating to your
LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, specific vehicle to confirm the
features.
Using this Manual
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Keep this manual in the vehicle for To quickly locate information about
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Introduction 3
Danger, Warning, and Vehicle Symbol Chart
Caution Here are some additional symbols
that may be found on the vehicle
Warning messages found on vehicle and what they mean. See the
labels and in this manual describe features in this manual for
hazards and what to do to avoid or information.
reduce them. A circle with a slash through it is a
safety symbol which means “Do
u : Air Conditioning System
{ Danger Not,” “Do not do this,” or “Do not let G : Air Conditioning Refrigerant Oil
this happen.” 9 : Airbag Readiness Light
Danger indicates a hazard with a
high level of risk which will result Symbols ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS)
in serious injury or death. $ : Brake System Warning Light
The vehicle has components and
labels that use symbols instead of 9 : Dispose of Used Components
text. Symbols are shown along with Properly
{ Warning the text describing the operation or B : Engine Coolant Temperature
information relating to a specific
Warning indicates a hazard that component, control, message, _ : Flame/Fire Prohibited
could result in injury or death. gauge, or indicator. H : Flammable
M : Shown when the owner’s [ : Forward Collision Alert
manual has additional instructions
Caution or information. + : Fuses
* : Shown when the service j : ISOFIX/LATCH System Child
Caution indicates a hazard that manual has additional instructions Restraints
could result in property or vehicle or information. | : Lane Change Alert
damage.
0 : Shown when there is more @ : Lane Departure Warning
information on another page —
“see page.” A : Lane Keep Assist
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4 Introduction
* : Malfunction Indicator Lamp
: : Oil Pressure
X : Park Assist
~ : Pedestrian Ahead Indicator
O : Power
7 : Rear Cross Traffic Alert
I : Registered Technician
/ : Remote Vehicle Start
> : Seat Belt Reminders
I : Side Blind Zone Alert
h : Start/Stop
7 : Tire Pressure Monitor
d : StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability
Control (ESC)
a : Under Pressure
V : Vehicle Ahead Indicator
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In Brief 5
In Brief Vehicle Features
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Driving for Better Fuel
Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . 20 Roadside Assistance
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Instrument Panel
Driver Information
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Initial Drive Information Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . . . 8 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Stop/Start System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Forward Automatic
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Braking (FAB) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB)
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . 9 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Lane Keep Assist (LKA) . . . . . . . 22
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . . 22
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Surround Vision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . 23
Memory Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
Heated and Ventilated Seats . . . 12 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . 13 Park Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Passenger Sensing System . . . 14 Universal Remote System . . . . . 24
Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . 15
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Performance and Maintenance
Traction Control/Electronic
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . . 17
Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . . . 25
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
E85 or FlexFuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . . 26
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6 In Brief
Instrument Panel
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1. Air Vents 0 180. 7. Light Sensor. See Automatic 17. Cruise Control 0 221.
2. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn Headlamp System 0 167. Adaptive Cruise Control 0 223
and Lane-Change Signals 8. Hazard Warning Flashers (If Equipped).
0 168. 0 168. Heated Steering Wheel 0 121
IntelliBeam System Button (If Assistance Systems for (If Equipped).
Equipped). See Exterior Lamp Parking or Backing 0 233 (If Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
Controls 0 164. Equipped). System 0 237 (If Equipped).
3. Manual Mode 0 213. Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 245 18. Hood Release. See Hood
4. Instrument Cluster 0 130. (If Equipped). 0 266.
Driver Information Center (DIC) 9. Infotainment 0 173. 19. Data Link Connector (DLC)
Display. See Driver Information 10. Dual Automatic Climate Control (Out of View). See Malfunction
Center (DIC) (Base Level) System 0 174. Indicator Lamp (Check Engine
0 146 or Driver Information Heated and Ventilated Front Light) 0 138.
Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 149. Seats 0 67 (If Equipped). 20. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 164.
5. Windshield Wiper/Washer 11. Wireless Charging 0 127 (If 21. Instrument Panel Illumination
0 122. Equipped). Control 0 169.
6. Traction Control/Electronic 12. Shift Lever. See Automatic 22. Electric Parking Brake 0 215.
Stability Control 0 218. Transmission 0 208.
All-Wheel Drive Button (If 13. ENGINE START/STOP Button.
Equipped). See Driver Mode See Ignition Positions 0 199.
Control 0 220.
14. Steering Wheel Controls 0 121.
Sport Mode Button (If
Equipped) or Tow/Haul Mode 15. Horn 0 122.
Button (If Equipped). See 16. Steering Wheel Adjustment
Driver Mode Control 0 220. 0 121 (Out of View).
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8 In Brief
Initial Drive Remote Keyless Entry
Information (RKE) System
This section provides a brief
overview about some of the
important features that may or may
not be on your specific vehicle.
For more detailed information, refer
to each of the features which can be
found later in this owner manual.
Stop/Start System Press the button on the bottom of

This vehicle has a Stop/Start the RKE transmitter to remove the
system will shut off the engine to key. Never pull the key out without
help conserve fuel. It has pressing the button. The key can be
components designed for the The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) used for the driver door.
increased number of starts. transmitter may be used to lock and
unlock the doors from up to 60 m Q : Press to lock all doors.
When the brakes are applied and
the vehicle is at a complete stop,
(197 ft) away from the vehicle. K : Press to unlock the driver door
or all doors depending on the
the engine may turn off. When
vehicle personalization settings.
stopped, the tachometer displays
AUTO STOP. See Tachometer Lock and unlock feedback can be
0 133. When the brake pedal is personalized.
released or the accelerator pedal is See Vehicle Personalization 0 152.
pressed, the engine will restart. See
Stop/Start System 0 201. 7 : Press and release one time to
initiate vehicle locator.
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Press and hold 7 for three seconds Canceling a Remote Start Power Door Locks
to sound the panic alarm. To cancel a remote start, do one of
b : Press twice quickly to open or the following:
close the liftgate. Press once to stop . Press and hold / until the
the liftgate from moving.
parking lamps turn off.
See Keys 0 28 and Remote Keyless . Turn on the hazard warning
Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 29.
flashers.
Remote Vehicle Start . Turn the vehicle on and then off.
The engine can be started from See Remote Vehicle Start 0 36.
outside of the vehicle.
Door Locks
Starting the Vehicle
To lock or unlock the vehicle from
1. Press and release Q on the the outside: K : Press to unlock the doors.
RKE transmitter.
. Press Q or K on the Remote Q : Press to lock the doors.
2. Immediately press and hold / Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
for at least four seconds or until . Use the key. The key lock
the turn signal lamps flash. cylinder is covered with a cap.
Start the vehicle normally after See Door Locks 0 38.
entering. To lock or unlock the vehicle from
When the vehicle starts, the parking the inside, use the power door lock
lamps will turn on. switch.
Remote start can be extended.
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10 In Brief
Keyless Access Liftgate Power Liftgate Operation
The power liftgate switch is on the
driver door. The vehicle must be in
P (Park).
Choose the power liftgate mode by
selecting MAX or 3/4. Press 8.
The driver door must be unlocked.
On the RKE transmitter press b
twice quickly until the liftgate starts
moving.
Press any liftgate button while the
liftgate is moving to stop it. Press
again to reverse the direction.
Press the button on the driver door To unlock the liftgate, press K on
handle when the RKE transmitter is To close, press l on the bottom
the power door lock switch or press
within 1 m (3 ft) of the driver door of the liftgate to the left of the latch.
handle. When unlocking from the
K on the Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter twice to unlock all To disable the power liftgate
driver door, the first press unlocks function, select OFF on the liftgate
doors. Press the touch pad on the
that door; press again within switch. See Liftgate 0 42.
underside of the liftgate handle and
five seconds to unlock all passenger
lift up. See Remote Keyless Entry
doors. See Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System Operation 0 29.
(RKE) System Operation 0 29.
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Windows Seat Adjustment . Raise or lower the front part of
the seat cushion by moving the
front of the control up or down.
{ Warning . Raise or lower the entire seat by
You can lose control of the moving the rear of the control up
vehicle if you try to adjust a driver or down.
seat while the vehicle is moving. To adjust the seatback, see
Adjust the driver seat only when Reclining Seatbacks 0 63.
the vehicle is not moving.
To adjust the lumbar support, see
Lumbar Adjustment 0 63.
Memory Features
Power windows work when the

ignition is on, in ACC/ACCESSORY,
or in Retained Accessory Power
(RAP). See Retained Accessory
Power (RAP) 0 203.
Using the window switch, press to
open or pull to close the window.
The windows may be temporarily
disabled if they are used repeatedly
To adjust the seat:
within a short time.
. Move the seat forward or
See Power Windows 0 55.
rearward by sliding the control If equipped, memory seats allow two
forward or rearward. drivers to save and recall their
unique seat positions for driving the
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12 In Brief
vehicle, and a shared exit position When Auto Memory Recall is Heated and Ventilated
for getting out of the vehicle. Other enabled in vehicle personalization,
feature positions may also be positions previously saved to
Seats
saved, such as power mirrors and memory buttons 1 and 2 are
power steering wheel, if equipped. recalled when the ignition is
Memory positions are linked to RKE changed from off to on or ACC/
transmitter 1 or 2 for automatic ACCESSORY.
memory recalls. When Easy Exit Options is enabled
Before saving, adjust all available in vehicle personalization, the
memory feature positions. Turn the feature automatically recalls the
ignition on and then press and previously saved exit position when
release SET; a beep will sound. exiting the vehicle.
Then immediately press and hold 1, Memory adjustments may not be
2, or B (Exit) until two beeps available upon delivery or after
sound. To manually recall these service until steps in “Saving
Heated and Ventilated Seat
positions, press and hold 1, 2, or B Memory Positions” section are
performed. See Memory Seats 0 64. Buttons Shown, Heated Seat
until the saved position is reached.
Buttons Similar
If available, the buttons are near the
climate controls on the center stack.
To operate, the engine must be
running.
Press M or L to heat the driver or
passenger seat.
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Press C or {, if available, to Head Restraint Seat Belts
ventilate the driver or passenger Adjustment
seat. A ventilated seat has a fan
that pulls or pushes air through the Do not drive until the head restraints
seat. The air is not cooled. for all occupants are installed and
adjusted properly.
Press the button once for the
highest setting. With each press of To achieve a comfortable seating
the button, the seat will change to position, change the seatback
the next lower setting, and then to recline angle as little as necessary
the off setting. The indicator lights while keeping the seat and the head
next to the buttons indicate three for restraint height in the proper
the highest setting and one for the position.
lowest. If the front heated seats are See Head Restraints 0 61 and
on high, the level may automatically Reclining Seatbacks 0 63.
be lowered after approximately Refer to the following sections for
30 minutes. important information on how to use
See Heated and Ventilated Front seat belts properly:
Seats 0 67. . Seat Belts 0 75
The heated and ventilated front . How to Wear Seat Belts Properly
seats can also be programmed to 0 76
come on during a remote start. See
. Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 78
Vehicle Personalization 0 152.
. Lower Anchors and Tethers for
Children (LATCH System) 0 102
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Passenger Sensing Mirror Adjustment Exterior Mirrors
System Interior Mirror
Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear
view of the area behind your
vehicle.
Automatic Dimming Rearview
Mirror
If equipped, the mirror will
The passenger sensing system automatically reduce the glare of the
turns off the front outboard headlamps from behind. The
passenger frontal airbag under dimming feature comes on when the
certain conditions. No other airbag vehicle is started.
is affected by the passenger
See Automatic Dimming Rearview To adjust a mirror:
sensing system. See Passenger
Mirror 0 53.
Sensing System 0 89. 1. Press } or | to choose the
The passenger airbag status Rear Camera Mirror driver or passenger mirror.
indicator will light on the overhead If equipped, this automatic dimming 2. Press the arrows on the control
console when the vehicle is started. rearview mirror provides a wide pad to move each mirror in the
See Passenger Airbag Status angle camera view of the area desired direction.
Indicator 0 137. behind the vehicle. For ease of use,
See Power Mirrors 0 51.
adjust the mirror for a clear view of
the area behind the vehicle while
the display is off. See Rear Camera
Mirror 0 53.
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Steering Wheel Power Tilt and Telescoping Interior Lighting
Steering Wheel
Adjustment Dome Lamps
To adjust the steering wheel,

To adjust the steering wheel: if equipped: The dome lamp controls are in the
1. Pull the lever down. overhead console.
Press the control up or down to tilt
2. Move the steering wheel up the steering wheel up or down. To operate, press the following
or down. buttons:
Press the control forward or
3. Pull or push the steering wheel rearward to move the steering wheel j OFF : Press to turn off the
closer or away from you. closer or away from you. dome lamps when a door is
open. An indicator light on the
4. Pull the lever up to lock the Do not adjust the steering wheel button will turn on when the
steering wheel in place. while driving. dome lamp override is activated.
Do not adjust the steering wheel Press j OFF again to deactivate
while driving.
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this feature and the indicator light Press the lamp lenses to turn the Exterior Lighting
will turn off. The dome lamps will front reading lamps on or off.
come on when doors are opened.
+ ON/OFF : Press to turn the dome
lamps on manually. Press again to
turn the dome lamps off.
Reading Lamps
There are reading lamps on the
overhead console and over the rear
seats. These lamps come on when
any door is opened. Rear Reading Lamps The exterior lamp control is on the
The rear reading lamps are over the instrument panel to the left of the
rear seats. steering column.
Press the lamp lens to turn the rear There are four positions.
reading lamps on or off. O : Turns the exterior lamps off and
For more information on interior deactivates the AUTO mode. Turn
lighting, see Instrument Panel O again to reactivate the
Illumination Control 0 169. AUTO mode.
In Canada, the headlamps will
automatically reactivate when the
vehicle is shifted out of P (Park).
AUTO : Turns the exterior lamps on
Front Reading Lamps and off automatically depending on
The front reading lamps are in the outside lighting.
overhead console.
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; : Turns on the parking lamps Windshield Wiper/Washer
including all lamps, except the
headlamps.
5 : Turns on the headlamps
together with the parking lamps and
instrument panel lights.
See:
. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 164
. Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) INT : Move the windshield wiper
0 167 lever to INT. Turn the band up for
With the ignition on or in ACC/ more frequent wipes or down for
ACCESSORY, move the lever to less frequent wipes.
select the wiper speed.
OFF : Use to turn the wipers off.
HI : Use for fast wipes.
1X : For a single wipe, briefly move
LO : Use for slow wipes. the lever down. For several wipes,
hold the lever down.
f : Pull the lever toward you to
spray windshield washer fluid and
activate the wipers.
See Windshield Wiper/Washer
0 122 and Rear Window Wiper/
Washer 0 123.
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Climate Controls
The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with
this system.
Climate Touch Screen Controls

1. Outside Temperature Display
2. Driver and Passenger
Temperature Controls
Climate Control Buttons
3. Fan Control
1. Driver and Passenger 6. MAX Defrost 4. Sync (Synchronized
Temperature Displays Temperature)
7. Recirculation
2. Driver and Passenger 5. A/C (Air Conditioning)
8. Rear Window Defogger and
Temperature Controls Heated Outside Mirrors (If 6. Climate Control Selection
3. Driver and Passenger Heated Equipped) (Application Tray Button)
and Ventilated Seats (If 9. ON/OFF (Power) 7. Air Delivery Mode Control
Equipped)
10. AUTO (Automatic Operation)
4. Fan Controls
5. CLIMATE
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See Dual Automatic Climate Control Shifting from P (Park) to Shifting into P (Park)
System 0 174. For more information R (Reverse) 1. Press the brake pedal and
about the rear climate controls, see come to a complete stop.
Rear Climate Control System 0 178.
Transmission
Electronic Precision Shift
This vehicle is equipped with an
electronic transmission. It is
designed to prevent shifting out of
P (Park), unless the ignition is on,
the brake pedal is applied, and the
shift lock release button is pressed.
The shift pattern is displayed on the
top of the shift lever. The selected 1. With your foot on the brake
gear position will illuminate red on pedal, press and hold the shift 2. Press the P button on the shift
the shift lever. lock release button. lever.
After releasing the shift lever, it will 2. Push the shift lever forward,
then left toward R (Reverse). Shifting from D (Drive) to L (Low)
return to the center position.
1. While in D (Drive), pull the shift
Shifting from P (Park) to D (Drive) lever back to L (Low).
1. With your foot on the brake 2. Pull the shift lever back again
pedal, press and hold the shift to return to D (Drive).
lock release button.
See Automatic Transmission 0 208.
2. Pull the shift lever back toward
D (Drive).
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Electronic Range Select (ERS) To use: Vehicle Features
1. When in D (Drive), pull the shift
lever back to L (Low). Infotainment System
2. Use the Manual Mode controls See the infotainment manual for
on the steering wheel to information on the radio, audio
increase or decrease the gear players, phone, navigation system,
range available. and voice or speech recognition.
3. Pull the shift lever back again It also includes information on
to return to D (Drive). settings.
See Manual Mode 0 213.
Steering Wheel Controls
The infotainment system can be
operated by using the steering
Electronic Range Select (ERS) or wheel controls. See “Steering Wheel
Manual Mode allows for the Controls” in the infotainment
selection of the range of gear manual.
positions. Use this mode when
driving downhill to limit the top gear
and vehicle speed.
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Cruise Control SET− : Press the control down
briefly to set the speed and activate
cruise control. If cruise control is
already engaged, use to decrease
vehicle speed.
* : Press to disengage cruise
control without erasing the set
speed from memory.
See Cruise Control 0 221 and
Adaptive Cruise Control 0 223 (if
equipped).
Driver Information l or g : Press to move up or

Center (DIC) down in a list.
5 : Press to turn cruise control on The DIC display is in the instrument h or k : Press to move between the
or off. A white indicator comes on in cluster. It shows the status of many interactive display zones in the
the instrument cluster. vehicle systems. cluster.
RES+ : If there is a set speed in V : Press to open a menu or select
memory, press the control up briefly a menu item. Press and hold to
to resume to that speed or press reset values on certain screens.
and hold to accelerate. If cruise
See Driver Information Center (DIC)
control is already engaged, use to
(Base Level) 0 146 or Driver
increase vehicle speed.
Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel)
0 149.
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Forward Collision Alert vehicle. This can help avoid or Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
lessen the severity of crashes when
(FCA) System driving in a forward gear. If equipped, LKA may help avoid
If equipped, FCA may help avoid or crashes due to unintentional lane
See Forward Automatic Braking departures. It may assist by gently
reduce the harm caused by (FAB) 0 239.
front-end crashes. FCA provides a turning the steering wheel if the
vehicle approaches a detected lane
green indicator, V, when a vehicle Front Pedestrian Braking marking without using a turn signal
is detected ahead. This indicator
displays amber if you follow a
(FPB) System in that direction. It may also provide
a Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
vehicle ahead too closely. When If equipped, the FPB system may alert as the lane marking is crossed.
approaching a vehicle ahead too help avoid or reduce the harm The system will not assist or alert if
quickly, FCA provides a flashing red caused by front-end crashes with it detects that you are actively
alert on the windshield and rapidly nearby pedestrians when driving in steering. Override LKA by turning
beeps or pulses the driver seat. a forward gear. FPB displays an the steering wheel. LKA uses a
See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) amber indicator, ~, when a nearby camera to detect lane markings
System 0 237. pedestrian is detected directly between 60 km/h (37 mph) and
ahead. When approaching a 180 km/h (112 mph).
Forward Automatic detected pedestrian too quickly,
See Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
FPB provides a red flashing alert on
Braking (FAB) the windshield and rapidly beeps or
0 245 and Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
0 245.
If the vehicle has Forward Collision pulses the driver seat. FPB can
Alert (FCA), it also has FAB, which provide a boost to braking or
includes Intelligent Brake automatically brake the vehicle. Lane Change Alert (LCA)
Assist (IBA). When the system See Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) If equipped, the LCA system is a
detects a vehicle ahead in your path System 0 241. lane-changing aid that assists
that is traveling in the same drivers with avoiding lane change
direction that you may be about to crashes that occur with moving
crash into, it can provide a boost to vehicles in the side blind zone (or
braking or automatically brake the spot) areas or with vehicles rapidly
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approaching these areas from Rear Vision Park Assist
behind. The LCA warning display
will light up in the corresponding
Camera (RVC) If equipped, Rear Park Assist (RPA)
outside mirror and will flash if the If equipped, RVC shows a view of uses sensors on the rear bumper to
turn signal is on. The Side Blind the area behind the vehicle on the assist with parking and avoiding
Zone Alert (SBZA) system is infotainment display when the objects while in R (Reverse).
included as part of the LCA system. vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse) to It operates at speeds less than
aid with parking and low-speed 8 km/h (5 mph). RPA may show a
See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) warning triangle on the infotainment
0 243 and Lane Change Alert (LCA) backing maneuvers.
display and a graphic on the
0 243. See Assistance Systems for Parking instrument cluster to provide the
or Backing 0 233. object distance. In addition, multiple
Surround Vision beeps or seat pulses may occur if
If equipped, views around the
Rear Cross Traffic Alert very close to an object.
vehicle appear in the infotainment (RCTA) System The vehicle may also have the Front
display to aid with parking and If equipped, the RCTA system Park Assist system.
low-speed maneuvers. shows a triangle with an arrow on See Assistance Systems for Parking
See “Surround Vision” under the infotainment display to warn of or Backing 0 233.
Assistance Systems for Parking or traffic behind your vehicle that may
Backing 0 233. cross your vehicle's path while in Power Outlets
R (Reverse). In addition, beeps will
Front Vision Camera sound, or the driver seat will pulse. The vehicle has two 12-volt
If equipped, a view of the area in accessory power outlets, which can
See Assistance Systems for Parking be used to plug in electrical
front of the vehicle appears on the or Backing 0 233.
infotainment display to aid with equipment, such as a cell phone or
parking and low-speed maneuvers. MP3 player.
See “Front Vision Camera” under
Assistance Systems for Parking or
Backing 0 233.
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Universal Remote System Sunroof
If equipped, the ignition must be on
or in ACC/ACCESSORY,
or Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
must be active to operate the
sunroof. See Ignition Positions
0 199 and Retained Accessory
Power (RAP) 0 203.
The power outlets are:

. Under the front of the center
console. If equipped, the Universal Remote
. In the rear cargo area. System allows for garage door
openers, security systems, and
To use the outlets, remove the home automation devices to be
cover. programmed to work with these
See Power Outlets 0 125. buttons in the vehicle.
See Universal Remote System
0 161. 1. Sunroof Switch (SLIDE)
2. Vent Switch (TILT)
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Slide Switch Performance and in the instrument cluster. The
Express-Open/Express-Close : appropriate DIC message
Maintenance displays.
Press and release D (1) to
express-open the sunroof. Press . Press and release g again to
Traction Control/
and release g (1) to turn on both systems.
express-close the sunroof.
Electronic Stability
See Traction Control/Electronic
Control Stability Control 0 218.
Open/Close (Manual Mode) : Fully
press D (1) to open the sunroof. The Traction Control System (TCS)
Release to stop at the desired limits wheel spin. The system is on Tire Pressure Monitor
when the vehicle is started.
position. Fully press g (1) to This vehicle may have a Tire
close the sunroof. Release to stop The StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
at the desired position. Control (ESC) system assists with
directional control of the vehicle in
Tilt Switch difficult driving conditions. The
system is on when the vehicle is
Vent Feature : Press E (2) to vent
started.
the sunroof. Press again and hold to
open the sunroof. Release to stop at . To turn off TCS, press and
the desired position. Press g (2) release g on the center stack.
i illuminates in the instrument The low tire pressure warning light
to express-close the sunroof. Press
cluster and the appropriate DIC alerts to a significant loss in
again to stop the movement.
message displays. pressure of one of the vehicle's
See Sunroof 0 58. tires. If the warning light comes on,
. Press and release g again to stop as soon as possible and inflate
turn TCS back on. the tires to the recommended
. pressure shown on the Tire and
To turn off both TCS and
Loading Information label. See
StabiliTrak/ESC, press and
hold g until g and i illuminate
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Vehicle Load Limits 0 194. The Fuel No E85 or FlexFuel
warning light will remain on until the Gasoline-ethanol fuel blends greater
tire pressure is corrected. than E15 (15% ethanol by volume),
The low tire pressure warning light such as E85, cannot be used in this
may come on in cool weather when vehicle.
the vehicle is first started, and then
turn off as the vehicle is driven. This Engine Oil Life System
may be an early indicator that the
tire pressures are getting low and Regular Unleaded Fuel The engine oil life system calculates
the tires need to be inflated to the engine oil life based on vehicle use
Use only Regular 87 octane — and displays the CHANGE ENGINE
proper pressure.
(R+M)/2 — or higher unleaded OIL SOON message when it is time
The TPMS does not replace normal gasoline in your vehicle. TOP TIER to change the engine oil and filter.
monthly tire maintenance. Maintain Detergent Gasoline is The oil life system should be reset
the correct tire pressures. recommended. Do not use gasoline to 100% only following an oil
See Tire Pressure Monitor System with an octane rating lower as it will change.
0 304. result in reduced performance and
lower fuel economy. See Resetting the Oil Life System
Tire Fill Alert (If Equipped) Recommended Fuel 0 247. 1. Display the REMAINING OIL
This feature provides visual and LIFE on the DIC. See Driver
audible alerts outside the vehicle to E85 or FlexFuel Information Center (DIC) (Base
help when inflating an underinflated Level) 0 146 or Driver
tire to the recommended cold tire Information Center (DIC)
pressure. See “Tire Fill Alert (If (Uplevel) 0 149.
Equipped)” under Tire Pressure 2. Press and hold V on the DIC
Monitor Operation 0 305.
while the Oil Life display is
active. The oil life will change
to 100%.
See Engine Oil Life System 0 270.
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Driving for Better Fuel . Combine several trips into a
single trip.
Economy
. Replace the vehicle's tires with
Driving habits can affect fuel the same TPC Spec number
mileage. Here are some driving tips molded into the tire's sidewall
to get the best fuel economy near the size.
possible.
. Follow recommended scheduled
. Set the climate controls to the
maintenance.
desired temperature after the
engine is started, or turn them
off when not required.
Roadside Assistance
. On AWD vehicles, see Driver
Program
Mode Control 0 220. U.S.: 1-800-252-1112
. Avoid fast starts and accelerate TTY Users (U.S. Only):
smoothly. 1-888-889-2438
. Brake gradually and avoid Canada: 1-800-268-6800
abrupt stops. New Buick owners are automatically
. Avoid idling the engine for long enrolled in the Roadside Assistance
periods of time. Program.
. When road and weather See Roadside Assistance Program
conditions are appropriate, use 0 360.
cruise control.
. Always follow posted speed
limits or drive more slowly when
conditions require.
. Keep vehicle tires properly
inflated.
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28 Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keys, Doors, and Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Keys and Locks
Windows Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
51
52 Keys
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Keys and Locks Automatic Dimming Mirror . . . . . 52 { Warning
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Reverse Tilt Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Leaving children in a vehicle with
Interior Mirrors a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . 53
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is dangerous and
Automatic Dimming Rearview children or others could be
System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . 36 seriously injured or killed. They
Rear Camera Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 could operate the power windows
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Windows or other controls or make the
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 vehicle move. The windows will
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . 40 Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 function with the RKE transmitter
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 in the vehicle, and children or
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 others could be caught in the path
Roof of a closing window. Do not leave
Doors Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 children in a vehicle with an RKE
transmitter.
Vehicle Security
Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Vehicle Alarm System . . . . . . . . . 49
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . . . 50
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To remove the key, press the button If there is a decrease in the Remote
on the bottom of the RKE Keyless Entry (RKE) operating
transmitter and pull the key out. range:
Never pull the key out without . Check the distance. The
pressing the button. transmitter may be too far from
If it becomes difficult to turn the key, the vehicle.
inspect the key blade for debris. . Check the location. Other
See your dealer if a new key is vehicles or objects may be
needed. blocking the signal.
Contact Roadside Assistance if . Check the transmitter's battery.
locked out of the vehicle. See See “Battery Replacement” later
The key inside the Remote Keyless Roadside Assistance Program in this section.
Entry (RKE) transmitter is used for 0 360. . If the transmitter is still not
the driver door. With an active OnStar or connected working correctly, see your
service plan, an OnStar Advisor dealer or a qualified technician
may remotely unlock the vehicle. for service.
See OnStar Overview 0 370.
Remote Keyless Entry
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation
(RKE) System The Keyless Access system allows
See Radio Frequency Statement for vehicle entry when the Remote
0 366. Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is
within 1 m (3 ft). See “Keyless
Access Operation” following.
The RKE transmitter functions may
work up to 60 m (197 ft) away from
the vehicle.
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Other conditions can impact the immediately unlock. See Vehicle Pressing K will disarm the
performance of the transmitter. See Personalization 0 152. If the theft-deterrent system. See Vehicle
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) passenger door is open when Q is Alarm System 0 49.
System 0 29. pressed, all doors lock. If equipped with auto mirror folding,
Pressing Q may also arm the press and hold K for one second to
theft-deterrent system. See Vehicle unfold the mirrors, if enabled. See
Alarm System 0 49. Vehicle Personalization 0 152.
If equipped with auto mirror folding, If equipped with remote windows,
press and hold Q for one second to press and hold K to open all of the
fold the mirrors, if enabled. See windows, if enabled. See Vehicle
Vehicle Personalization 0 152. Personalization 0 152.
K : Press to unlock the driver door. / : Press and release Q and then
Press unlock again within immediately press and hold / for at
five seconds to unlock all doors. least four seconds to start the
The RKE transmitter can be engine from outside the vehicle
programmed to unlock all doors on using the RKE transmitter. See
Q : Press to lock all doors. The turn the first button press. See Vehicle
Remote Vehicle Start 0 36.
signal indicators may flash and/or Personalization 0 152. When
the horn may sound on the second remotely unlocking the vehicle at 7 : Press and release one time to
press to indicate locking. See night the back-up lamps will come initiate vehicle locator. The exterior
Vehicle Personalization 0 152. on for about 30 seconds to light lamps flash and the horn chirps
your approach to the vehicle. The three times. Press and hold 7 for
If the driver door is open when Q is turn signal indicators may flash to three seconds to sound the panic
pressed, and Unlocked Door indicate unlocking. See Vehicle alarm. The horn sounds and the
Anti-Lockout is enabled through Personalization 0 152. turn signal lamps flash for
vehicle personalization, all doors will
30 seconds, or until 7 is pressed
lock and then the driver door will
again or the vehicle is started.
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b : Press twice quickly to open or Keyless Unlocking/Locking from . It has been more than
close the liftgate. the Driver Door five seconds since the first lock/
When the doors are locked and the unlock button press.
Press once to stop the liftgate from
moving. RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of . Two lock/unlock button presses
the driver door handle, pressing the were used to unlock all doors.
Keyless Access Operation lock/unlock button on the driver door . Any vehicle door has opened
With the Keyless Access system, handle will unlock the driver door. and all doors are now closed.
you can lock and unlock the doors If the lock/unlock button is pressed
and access the liftgate without again within five seconds, all Keyless Unlocking/Locking from
removing the RKE transmitter from passenger doors will unlock. Passenger Doors
your pocket, purse, briefcase, etc. When the doors are locked and the
The RKE transmitter should be RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of
within 1 m (3 ft) of the liftgate or door the door handle, pressing the lock/
being opened. The buttons are on unlock button on that door handle
the outside door handles. will unlock all doors. Pressing the
Keyless Access can be lock/unlock button will cause all
programmed to unlock all doors on doors to lock if any of the following
the first lock/unlock press from the occur:
driver door. See Vehicle . The lock/unlock button was used
Personalization 0 152. to unlock all doors.
If equipped with memory seats, RKE . Any vehicle door has opened
transmitters 1 and 2 are linked to and all doors are now closed.
Driver Shown, Passenger Similar
seating positions of memory 1 or 2.
See Memory Seats 0 64. Pressing the lock/unlock button will
cause all doors to lock if any of the
following occur:
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Disable/Enable Keyless Unlocking turn signal lamps will flash twice Temporary Disable of Passive
of Exterior Door Handles and quickly to indicate access is Locking
Liftgate enabled. Temporarily disable passive locking
If equipped, keyless unlocking of the Passive Locking by pressing and holding K on the
exterior door handles and liftgate interior door switch with a door open
can be disabled and enabled. The vehicle will lock several
seconds after all doors are closed if for at least four seconds, or until
Disabling Keyless Unlocking: the vehicle is off and at least one three chimes are heard. Passive
RKE transmitter has been removed locking will then remain disabled
With the vehicle off, press and
or none remain in the interior. until Q on the interior door is
hold Q and K on the RKE
If other electronic devices interfere pressed, or until the vehicle is
transmitter at the same time for
with the RKE transmitter signal, the turned on.
approximately three seconds. The
turn signal lamps will flash four vehicle may not detect the RKE Remote Left in Vehicle Alert
times quickly to indicate access is transmitter inside the vehicle.
If passive locking is enabled, the When the vehicle is turned off and
disabled. Using any exterior handle an RKE transmitter is left in the
to unlock the doors or open the doors may lock with the RKE
transmitter inside the vehicle. Do vehicle, the horn will chirp three
liftgate will cause the turn signal times after all doors are closed. To
lamps to flash four times quickly, not leave the RKE transmitter in an
unattended vehicle. turn on or off see Vehicle
indicating access is disabled. Personalization 0 152.
If disabled, disarm the alarm system To customize the doors to
before starting the vehicle. automatically lock when exiting the Remote No Longer in Vehicle Alert
Enabling Keyless Unlocking: vehicle, see “Remote Lock, Unlock, If the vehicle is on with a door open,
Start” under Vehicle Personalization and then all doors are closed, the
With the vehicle off, press and 0 152. vehicle will check for RKE
hold Q and K on the RKE transmitters inside. If an RKE
transmitter at the same time for transmitter is not detected, the
approximately three seconds. The Driver Information Center (DIC) will
display NO REMOTE DETECTED
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and the horn will chirp three times. Programming with Recognized
This occurs only once each time the Transmitters
vehicle is driven. A new transmitter can be
Keyless Liftgate Opening programmed to the vehicle when
there are two recognized
Press the touch pad on the liftgate transmitters.
handle to open the liftgate if the
RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft). To program, the vehicle must be off
and all of the transmitters, both
Key Access currently recognized and new, must
To access a vehicle with a weak be with you.
transmitter battery, see Door Locks 1. Place the two recognized
0 38. transmitters in the cupholder. 3. Remove the top tray and the
Programming Transmitters to 2. Remove the key lock cylinder rubber mat inside the center
the Vehicle cap on the driver door handle. console storage area. Place
See Door Locks 0 38. Insert the new transmitter into the
Only RKE transmitters programmed transmitter pocket.
the vehicle key of the new
to the vehicle will work. If a
transmitter into the key lock 4. Press ENGINE START/STOP.
transmitter is lost or stolen, a
cylinder on the driver door When the transmitter is learned
replacement can be purchased and
handle and turn the key, the DIC display will show that it
programmed through your dealer.
counterclockwise, to the unlock is ready to program the next
The vehicle can be reprogrammed
position five times within transmitter.
so that lost or stolen transmitters no
10 seconds.
longer work. Each vehicle can have 5. Remove the transmitter from
up to eight transmitters matched The DIC displays READY FOR the transmitter pocket and
to it. REMOTE #2, 3, 4, ETC.
press the transmitter K or Q
button.
To program additional
transmitters, repeat Steps 3–5.
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When all additional transmitters counterclockwise, to the unlock
are programmed, press and position five times within
hold ENGINE START/STOP for 10 seconds.
12 seconds to exit The DIC displays REMOTE
programming mode. LEARN PENDING,
6. Put the key back into the PLEASE WAIT.
transmitter. 2. Wait for 10 minutes until the
7. Replace the key lock cylinder DIC displays PRESS ENGINE
cap. See Door Locks 0 38. START BUTTON TO LEARN
and then press ENGINE
Programming without Recognized START/STOP.
Transmitters
The DIC display will again 4. Remove the top tray and the
If two currently recognized show REMOTE LEARN
transmitters are not available, follow rubber mat inside the center
PENDING, PLEASE WAIT. console storage area. Place
this procedure to program up to
eight transmitters. This feature is 3. Repeat Step 2 two additional the new transmitter into the
not available in Canada. This times. After the third time all transmitter pocket.
procedure will take approximately previously known transmitters 5. Press ENGINE START/STOP.
30 minutes to complete. The vehicle will no longer work with the When the transmitter is learned
must be off and all of the vehicle. Remaining transmitters the DIC display will show that it
transmitters you wish to program can be relearned during the is ready to program the next
must be with you. next steps. transmitter.
1. Remove the key lock cylinder The DIC display should now 6. Remove the transmitter from
cap on the driver door handle. show READY FOR REMOTE the transmitter pocket and
See Door Locks 0 38. Insert # 1.
press the transmitter K or Q
the vehicle key of the
button.
transmitter into the key lock
cylinder on the driver door To program additional
handle and turn the key, transmitters, repeat Steps 4–6.
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When all additional transmitters To start the vehicle: Battery Replacement
are programmed, press and
Replace the battery in the
hold ENGINE START/STOP for
transmitter soon if the DIC displays
12 seconds to exit
REPLACE BATTERY IN
programming mode.
REMOTE KEY.
7. Put the key back into the
transmitter. Caution
8. Replace the key lock cylinder
cap. See Door Locks 0 38. When replacing the battery, do
not touch any of the circuitry on
Starting the Vehicle with a Low the transmitter. Static from your
Transmitter Battery body could damage the
When the vehicle is started, if the transmitter.
transmitter battery is weak, the DIC
may display NO REMOTE 1. Remove the top tray and the
rubber mat inside the center To replace the battery:
DETECTED or NO REMOTE KEY
WAS DETECTED PLACE KEY IN console storage area. Place
TRANSMITTER POCKET THEN the new transmitter into the
START YOUR VEHICLE. The DIC transmitter pocket.
may also display REPLACE 2. With the vehicle in P (Park) or
BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY. N (Neutral), press the brake
pedal and ENGINE
START/STOP.
Replace the transmitter battery
as soon as possible.
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1. Press the button on the bottom / : This button is on the RKE
of the RKE transmitter to transmitter.
remove the key. Never pull the
key out without pressing the Laws in some communities may
button. restrict the use of remote starters.
For example, some laws may
require a person using the remote
start to have the vehicle in view
when doing so. Check local
regulations for any requirements on
remote starting of vehicles.
Do not use the remote start feature
if the vehicle is low on fuel. The
3. Lift the battery with a flat
vehicle could run out of fuel.
object.
The RKE transmitter range may be
4. Remove the battery.
less while the vehicle is running.
5. Insert the new battery, positive
Other conditions can affect the
side toward the back cover.
performance of the transmitter. See
2. Insert a flat, thin object and Replace with a CR2032 or
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
remove the back cover. equivalent battery.
System 0 29.
6. Push together the transmitter.
Starting the Engine Using
7. Insert the key back into the Remote Start
RKE transmitter.
To start the vehicle:
Remote Vehicle Start 1. Press and release Q on the
The vehicle has a remote starting RKE transmitter.
feature that starts the engine from
outside of the vehicle.
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2. Immediately after completing The rear window defogger and If the remote start procedure is used
Step 1, press and hold / until heated mirrors, if equipped, turn on again while the engine is still
the lamps flash. If the vehicle's during colder outside temperatures running, 15 minutes will be added
lights cannot be seen, press and turn off when the ignition is on for a total of 30 minutes.
turned on.
and hold / for at least For example, if Q and then / are
four seconds. After entering the vehicle during a pressed again while the engine is
remote start, press the brake and still running, 15 minutes will be
When the vehicle starts, the park ENGINE START/STOP with the
lamps will turn on and remain on as added on for a total of 30 minutes.
transmitter in the vehicle to drive the
long as the engine is running. The vehicle. A maximum of two remote starts or
doors will be locked and the climate remote start with an extension are
control system will operate If the vehicle is left running, it allowed between ignition cycles.
automatically if the vehicle has the automatically shuts off after
automatic system, or at the same 15 minutes unless a time extension After the vehicle's engine has been
setting as when the vehicle was last has been done. started two times using the remote
turned off. start button or a start with an
Extending Engine Run Time extension, the ignition must be
With an automatic climate control turned on and then back off before
To extend the engine run time by
system and if equipped with heated the remote start procedure can be
15 minutes, repeat Steps 1 and 2
seats, the heated seats turn on used again.
while the engine is still running. An
during colder outside temperatures
extension can be requested Canceling a Remote Start
and shut off when the ignition is
30 seconds after starting. The
turned on. See Heated and To manually shut off a remote start:
engine run time can only be
Ventilated Front Seats 0 67.
extended if it is the first remote start . Press and hold / until the
If equipped with an auto heated since the vehicle has been driven.
lamps turn off.
steering wheel, it may come on Remote start can be extended
during a remote start. See Heated one time. . Turn on the hazard warning
Steering Wheel 0 121. flashers.
. Turn the ignition switch on and
then off.
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Conditions in Which the To lock/unlock the doors from the
Remote Start Will Not Work Warning (Continued) outside:
The vehicle cannot be started using vehicle in a crash is . Press Q or K on the Remote
the remote start feature if the key is increased if the doors are Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
in the ignition, the hood is open, not locked. So, all See Remote Keyless Entry
or there is an emission control passengers should wear (RKE) System Operation 0 29.
system malfunction. seat belts properly and the
. Use the key in the driver door.
doors should be locked
The engine turns off during a remote The key lock cylinder is covered
whenever the vehicle is
start if the coolant temperature gets with a cap.
driven.
too high or if the oil pressure
. Young children who get into To lock/unlock the doors from the
gets low.
unlocked vehicles may be inside:
Door Locks unable to get out. A child . Press Q or K on the power door
can be overcome by lock switch.
extreme heat and can suffer
{ Warning permanent injuries or even . Push down on the door lock
death from heat stroke. knob to lock a door.
Unlocked doors can be
dangerous. Always lock the vehicle . Pull the door handle once to
whenever leaving it. unlock it. Pull the door handle
. Passengers, especially again to unlatch it.
. Outsiders can easily enter
children, can easily open
the doors and fall out of a through an unlocked door
moving vehicle. The doors when you slow down or stop
can be unlocked and the vehicle. Locking the
opened while the vehicle is doors can help prevent this
moving. The chance of from happening.
being thrown out of the
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Keyless Access Driver Door Key Lock Cylinder
Access (In Case of Dead
Battery)
The RKE transmitter must be within

1 m (3 ft) of the liftgate or door
being opened. Press the button on
the door handle to open. See To access the driver door key lock
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) cylinder:
System Operation 0 29. 1. Insert the key into the slot on
the bottom of the cap.
2. Lift the key upward to remove
the cap.
3. Insert the key into the cylinder
and turn to unlock.
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To replace the cap: Power Door Locks The doors will lock automatically
1. Position the bottom edge of the five seconds after all doors are
cap under the lower edge of closed. If a door is reopened before
the metal piece (2). The that time, the five-second timer will
tabs (3) attach to the metal reset when all doors are closed
piece (2) at the positions (1). again.
2. Rotate the cap upward and Press Q on the door lock switch
install into place. again or press Q on the RKE
3. Check that the cap is secure. transmitter to lock the doors
immediately.
Free-Turning Locks
This feature can also be
The door key lock cylinder turns programmed. See Vehicle
freely when either the wrong key is Personalization 0 152.
used, or the correct key is not fully
inserted. The free-turning door lock Q : Press to lock the doors. Automatic Door Locks
feature prevents the lock from being
forced open. To reset the lock, turn K : Press to unlock the doors. The doors will lock automatically
it to the vertical position with the when all doors are closed, the
correct key fully inserted. Remove Delayed Locking ignition is on, and the vehicle is
the key and insert it again. If this shifted out of P (Park).
This feature delays the locking of
does not reset the lock, turn the key the doors until five seconds after all If a vehicle door is unlocked and
halfway around in the cylinder and doors are closed. then opened and closed, the doors
repeat the reset procedure. will lock either when your foot is
When Q is pressed on the power removed from the brake or the
door lock switch while the door is vehicle speed becomes faster than
open, a chime will sound three 13 km/h (8 mph).
times indicating delayed locking is
active.
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To unlock the doors: Lockout Protection can be manually Manual Safety Locks
overridden with the driver door open
. Press K on the power door lock
by pressing and holding Q on the
switch.
power door lock switch.
. Shift into P (Park).
Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout
Automatic door locking cannot be
disabled. Automatic door unlocking If Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout has
can be programmed. See Vehicle been turned on and the vehicle is
Personalization 0 152. off, the driver door is open, and
locking is requested, all the doors
Lockout Protection will lock and the driver door will
remain open. Press the button again
If the ignition is on or in ACC/ to lock the driver door. The
ACCESSORY and the power door Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout feature
lock switch is pressed with the can be turned on or off. See Vehicle If equipped, the safety lock is on the
driver door open, all the doors will Personalization 0 152. inside edge of the rear doors. To
lock and only the driver door will
use the safety lock:
unlock. Safety Locks
1. Move the lever down to the
If the vehicle is off and locking is The rear door safety locks prevent lock position.
requested while a door is open, passengers from opening the rear
when all doors are closed the doors from inside the vehicle. 2. Close the door.
vehicle will check for RKE 3. Do the same for the other
transmitters inside. If an RKE rear door.
transmitter is detected and the
number of RKE transmitters inside
has not reduced, the driver door will
unlock and the horn will chirp three
times.
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To open a rear door when the safety Doors
lock is on: Warning (Continued)
1. Unlock the door by activating Liftgate . Adjust the climate control
the inside handle, by pressing system to a setting that
the power door lock switch,
or by using the Remote { Warning brings in only outside air
and set the fan speed to the
Keyless Entry (RKE) Exhaust gases can enter the highest setting. See
transmitter. vehicle if it is driven with the “Climate Control Systems”
2. Open the door from the liftgate or trunk/hatch open, in the Index.
outside. or with any objects that pass . If the vehicle is equipped
When the safety lock is enabled, through the seal between the with a power liftgate, disable
adults and older children will not be body and the trunk/hatch or the power liftgate function.
able to open the rear door from the liftgate. Engine exhaust contains See Engine Exhaust 0 207.
inside. Cancel the safety locks to carbon monoxide (CO) which
enable the doors to open from the cannot be seen or smelled. It can
inside. cause unconsciousness and even
To cancel the safety lock: death. Caution
1. Unlock the door and open it If the vehicle must be driven with To avoid damage to the liftgate or
from the outside. the liftgate or trunk/hatch open: liftgate glass, make sure the area
2. Move the lever up to unlock. . Close all of the windows. above and behind the liftgate is
Do the same for the other door. . clear before opening it.
Fully open the air outlets on
or under the instrument
panel.
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Manual Liftgate of the touch pad. See Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) System Caution
To unlock the liftgate, press K on Operation 0 29.
the power door lock switch or Driving with an open and
Use the pull cup to lower and close unsecured liftgate may result in
press K on the Remote Keyless the liftgate. Do not press the touch
Entry (RKE) transmitter twice within damage to the power liftgate
pad while closing the liftgate. This components.
five seconds. See Remote Keyless may cause the liftgate to be
Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 29. unlatched.
The liftgate has an electric latch.
If the battery is disconnected or has
low voltage, the liftgate will not
open. The liftgate will resume
operation when the battery is
reconnected and charged.
Always close the liftgate before
driving.
Power Liftgate Operation
{ Warning
To open the liftgate, press the touch The power liftgate switch is on the
You or others could be injured if driver door. The vehicle must be in
pad under the liftgate handle and caught in the path of the power
lift up. P (Park).
liftgate. Make sure there is no one
With Keyless Access, the liftgate in the way of the liftgate as it is The modes are:
can be opened when locked if the opening and closing. . MAX: Opens to maximum
RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) height.
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. 3/4: Opens to a reduced height
that can be set from 3/4 to fully Caution
open. Use to prevent the liftgate
from opening into overhead Manually forcing the liftgate to
obstructions such as a garage open or close during a power
door or roof-mounted cargo. The cycle can damage the vehicle.
liftgate can be manually opened Allow the power cycle to
all the way. complete.
. OFF: Opens manually only.
The power liftgate may be
To power open or close the liftgate, temporarily disabled under extreme
select MAX or 3/4 mode. low temperatures, or after repeated
. Press b twice quickly on the . Press l on the bottom edge of power cycling over a short period of
RKE transmitter until the liftgate the liftgate to the left of the latch time. If this occurs, the liftgate can
moves. to close. still be operated manually.
If the vehicle is shifted out of
. Press 8 on the driver door. Press any liftgate button, the
P (Park) while the power function is
The driver door must either be touch pad, or b on the RKE
in progress, the liftgate will continue
unlocked or locked without the transmitter while the liftgate is to completion. If the vehicle is
security armed. moving to stop it. Pressing any accelerated before the liftgate has
. Press the touch pad on the liftgate button or pressing b twice completed moving, the liftgate may
underside of the liftgate handle quickly on the RKE transmitter stop or reverse direction. Check for
after unlocking all doors. restarts the operation in the reverse DIC messages and make sure the
A locked vehicle can be opened direction. Pressing the touch pad on liftgate is closed and latched before
if the RKE transmitter is within the liftgate handle will restart the driving.
1 m (3 ft) of the touch pad. motion, but only in the opening
direction.
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Falling Liftgate Detection away from the obstacle. After Setting the 3/4 Mode
If the power liftgate automatically removing the obstruction, the power
To change the position the liftgate
closes after a power opening cycle, liftgate operation can be used again.
stops at when opening:
it indicates that the system is If the liftgate encounters multiple
obstacles on the same power cycle, 1. Select MAX or 3/4 mode and
reacting to excess weight on the
the power function will deactivate. power open the liftgate.
liftgate or a possible support strut
failure. A repetitive chime will sound After removing the obstructions, 2. Stop the liftgate movement at
while the falling liftgate detection manually close the liftgate which will the desired height by pressing
feature is operating. Remove any allow normal power operation any liftgate switch. Manually
excess weight. If the liftgate functions to resume. adjust the liftgate position if
continues to automatically close If the vehicle is locked while the needed.
after opening, see your dealer for liftgate is closing, and an obstacle is
service before using the power encountered that prevents the 3. Press and hold l to the left
liftgate. liftgate from completely closing, the of the latch at the bottom of the
horn will sound as an alert that the liftgate until the turn signals
Interfering with the power liftgate flash and a beep sounds. This
motion or manually closing the liftgate did not close.
indicates the setting has been
liftgate too quickly after power Pinch sensors are on the side recorded.
opening may resemble a support edges of the liftgate. If an object is
strut failure. This could also activate caught between the liftgate and the The liftgate cannot be set below a
the falling liftgate detection feature. vehicle and presses against this minimum programmable height.
Allow the liftgate to complete its sensor, the liftgate will reverse If there is no light flash or sound,
operation and wait a few seconds direction and open fully. The liftgate then the height adjustment may be
before manually closing the liftgate. will remain open until it is activated too low.
again or closed manually. Manual Operation
Obstacle Detection Features
If the liftgate encounters an obstacle Select OFF to manually operate the
during a power open or close cycle, liftgate. See “Manual Liftgate” at the
the liftgate will automatically reverse beginning of this section.
direction and move a short distance
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The hands-free feature can be pull it back. The kick must come
Caution customized. See Vehicle within 14 cm (6 in) of the rear
Personalization 0 152. Choose from bumper to activate. Then step back.
Attempting to move the liftgate the following:
too quickly and with excessive
force may result in damage to the On-Open and Close : The kicking Caution
vehicle. motion is activated to both open and
close the liftgate. Splashing water may cause the
liftgate to open. Keep the RKE
Operate the liftgate manually with a On-Open Only : The kicking motion transmitter away from the rear
smooth motion and moderate is activated to only open the liftgate. bumper detection area or turn the
speed. The system includes a Off : The feature is disabled. liftgate mode to OFF when
feature which limits the manual cleaning or working near the rear
closing speed to protect the bumper to avoid accidental
components. opening.
Hands-Free Operation
. Do not sweep your foot side
If equipped, the liftgate may be
operated with a kicking motion near to side.
the left side of the rear bumper at . Do not keep your foot under the
the location of the projected logo. bumper; the liftgate will not
The RKE transmitter must be within activate.
1 m (3 ft) of the rear bumper to . Do not touch the liftgate until it
operate the power liftgate
has stopped moving.
hands-free.
Kick Zone When closing the liftgate using this
The hands-free feature will not work
To operate, move your foot in a feature, there will be a short delay.
while the liftgate is moving. To stop
forward kicking motion near the left The taillamps will flash and a chime
the liftgate while in motion use one
side of the rear bumper at the will sound.
of the liftgate switches.
location of the projected logo, then
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Step away from the liftgate before it The projected logo shows where the . Power liftgate is turned off.
starts moving. kicking motion is to take place. . The vehicle remains parked for
Projected Logo The projected logo will only be 72 hours or more, with no RKE
available for this RKE transmitter transmitter use or Keyless
If equipped with this feature, a after it has been out of range for at Access operation. To re-enable,
vehicle logo will be projected for least 20 seconds. press any button on the RKE
one minute onto the ground near transmitter or open and close a
the rear bumper when an RKE If an RKE transmitter is again
detected within approximately 2 m vehicle door.
transmitter is detected within
approximately 2 m (6 ft). The (6 ft) of the liftgate, or another The projected logo will not work for
projected logo may not be visible hands-free operation has been a single RKE transmitter when a
under brighter daytime conditions. detected, the one-minute timer will transmitter:
be reset. . Has been left within
The projected logo will not work approximately 2 m (6 ft) of the
under these conditions: liftgate for several minutes.
. The vehicle battery is low. . Has been left inside the vehicle
. The transmission is not in and all vehicle doors are closed.
P (Park). . Has approached the area
. Hands Free Liftgate Control is outside of the liftgate five times
set to Off in vehicle within 10 minutes.
personalization. See Vehicle
Personalization 0 152.
1. 1 m (3 ft) Hands-Free
Operation Detection Zone
2. 2 m (6 ft) Projected Logo
Detection Zone
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Hands-Free Liftgate and Projected Logo Availability
Action Hands-Free Liftgate Projected Logo
RKE transmitter entering projected Operative On for one minute
logo detection zone
RKE transmitter left inside projected Operative Off until RKE transmitter button press
logo detection zone for minimum of or a door is opened and closed
10 minutes
RKE transmitter brought in and out of Operative Off for one hour or until RKE
projected logo detection zone five transmitter button press or a door is
times or more within 10 minutes opened and closed
Vehicle remains parked for more than Operative Off until RKE transmitter button press
72 hours or a door is opened and closed
Vehicle battery is low Non-operative Off
Transmission is not in P (Park) Non-operative Off
Power liftgate is turned off Non-operative Off
Hands-free liftgate is disabled in Non-operative Off
vehicle personalization
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Vehicle Security On Solid : Vehicle is secured
during the delay to arm the system.
bypass the 30-second delay
and immediately arm the alarm
This vehicle has theft-deterrent system.
Fast Flash : Vehicle is unsecured.
features; however, they do not make
A door, the hood, or the liftgate The vehicle alarm system will not
the vehicle impossible to steal.
is open. arm if the doors are locked with
the key.
Vehicle Alarm System Slow Flash : Alarm system is
armed. If the driver door is opened without
This vehicle has an anti-theft alarm first unlocking with the RKE
system. Arming the Alarm System transmitter, the horn will chirp and
1. Close the liftgate and the hood. the lights will flash to indicate
Turn off the vehicle. pre-alarm. If the vehicle is not
started, or the door is not unlocked
2. Lock the vehicle in one of
three ways: by pressing K on the RKE
transmitter during the 10-second
. Use the RKE transmitter. pre-alarm, the alarm will be
. Use the Keyless Access activated.
system. The alarm will also be activated if a
. With a door open, press the passenger door, the liftgate, or the
inside Q. hood is opened without first
disarming the system. When the
3. After 30 seconds the alarm alarm is activated, the turn signals
system will arm, and the flash and the horn sounds for about
The indicator light, on the indicator light will begin to 30 seconds. The alarm system will
instrument panel near the slowly flash indicating the then re-arm to monitor for the next
windshield, indicates the status of alarm system is operating. unauthorized event.
the system. Pressing Q on the RKE
Off : Alarm system is disarmed. transmitter a second time will
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Disarming the Alarm System If the alarm system has been The security light, in the instrument
activated, a message will appear on cluster, comes on if there is a
To disarm the alarm system or turn
the DIC. problem with arming or disarming
off the alarm if it has been activated:
the theft-deterrent system.
. Press K on the RKE transmitter. Immobilizer The system has one or more RKE
. Unlock the vehicle using the See Radio Frequency Statement transmitters matched to an
Keyless Access system. 0 366. immobilizer control unit in your
vehicle. Only a correctly matched
. Start the vehicle. RKE transmitter will start the
Immobilizer Operation
To avoid setting off the alarm by vehicle. If the transmitter is ever
accident: This vehicle has a passive damaged, you may not be able to
theft-deterrent system. start your vehicle.
. Lock the vehicle after all
occupants have left the vehicle The system does not have to be When trying to start the vehicle, the
and all doors are closed. manually armed or disarmed. security light may come on briefly
. Always unlock a door with the The vehicle is automatically when the ignition is turned on.
RKE transmitter or use the immobilized when the vehicle is If the engine does not start and the
Keyless Access system. turned off. security light stays on, there is a
The immobilization system is problem with the system. Turn the
Unlocking the driver door with the
disarmed when the ignition is on or ignition off and try again.
key will not disarm the system or
turn off the alarm. in ACC/ACCESSORY and a valid If the vehicle will not change ignition
transmitter is present in the vehicle. modes, and the RKE transmitter
How to Detect a Tamper appears to be undamaged, try
Condition another transmitter. Or, you may try
placing the transmitter in the
If K is pressed and the horn chirps
transmitter pocket located in the
and the lights flash three times, the center console.
alarm was activated while the alarm
system was armed.
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If the ignition mode will not change Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors
with the other transmitter or with a
transmitter in the transmitter pocket,
your vehicle needs service. If the Convex Mirrors
ignition does change modes, the
first transmitter may be faulty. See { Warning
your dealer who can service the
theft-deterrent system and have a A convex mirror can make things,
new RKE transmitter programmed to like other vehicles, look farther
the vehicle. away than they really are. If you
cut too sharply into the right lane,
It is possible for the immobilizer
system to learn new or replacement you could hit a vehicle on the
RKE transmitters. Up to eight right. Check the inside mirror or
transmitters can be programmed for glance over your shoulder before
the vehicle. To program additional changing lanes.
To adjust a mirror:
transmitters, see “Programming
Transmitters to the Vehicle” under The passenger side mirror is convex 1. Press } or | to choose the
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) shaped. A convex mirror's surface is driver or passenger mirror.
System Operation 0 29. curved so more can be seen from 2. Press the arrows on the control
Do not leave the transmitter or the driver seat. pad to move each mirror in the
device that disarms or deactivates desired direction.
the theft-deterrent system in the
vehicle.
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Folding Mirrors Resetting the Power Folding approximately one second to unfold.
Mirrors See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
Manual Folding Mirrors Reset the power folding mirrors if System Operation 0 29.
The mirrors can be folded inward the mirrors: Memory Mirrors
toward the vehicle to prevent . Are accidentally obstructed while
damage when going through an The vehicle may have memory
folding. mirrors. See Memory Seats 0 64.
automatic car wash. Push the mirror
outward to return it to the original . Are accidentally manually folded/ Lane Change Alert (LCA)
position. unfolded.
The vehicle may have LCA. See
Power Folding Mirrors . Do not stay in the unfolded Lane Change Alert (LCA) 0 243.
position.
Side Blind Zone Alert
. Vibrate at normal driving speeds.
The vehicle may have Side Blind
Fold and unfold the mirrors one time Zone Alert. See Side Blind Zone
using the mirror controls to reset Alert (SBZA) 0 243.
them to their normal position.
A noise may be heard during the
resetting of the power folding
Heated Mirrors
mirrors. This sound is normal after a K : Press to heat the mirrors.
manual folding operation.
See “Rear Window Defogger” under
Auto Folding Mirror Dual Automatic Climate Control
System 0 174.
If equipped, with the transmission in
P (Park), press and hold Q on the Automatic Dimming
If equipped, press g to power fold RKE transmitter for approximately
the mirrors. Press again to unfold. one second to automatically fold the Mirror
exterior mirrors. Press and hold K The driver outside mirror
on the RKE transmitter for automatically adjusts for the glare of
headlamps from behind.
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Reverse Tilt Mirrors Interior Mirrors
If equipped with memory seats, the
passenger and/or driver mirror tilts Interior Rearview Mirrors
to a preselected position when the Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear
vehicle is in R (Reverse). This view of the area behind the vehicle.
allows the curb to be seen when
parallel parking. Do not spray glass cleaner directly
on the mirror. Use a soft towel
The mirror(s) return to the original dampened with water.
position when:
. The vehicle is shifted out of Automatic Dimming
R (Reverse), or remains in Rearview Mirror
R (Reverse) for about Pull the tab rearward to turn on the
30 seconds. If equipped, automatic dimming display. Push the tab forward to turn
. The ignition is turned off. reduces the glare of headlamps it off. When off, the mirror is
from behind. The dimming feature automatic dimming. Adjust the
. The vehicle is driven in comes on when the vehicle is mirror for a clear view of the area
R (Reverse) above a set speed. started. behind the vehicle while the display
To turn this feature on or off, see is off.
Vehicle Personalization 0 152. Rear Camera Mirror
If equipped, this automatic dimming
mirror provides a wide angle camera
view of the area behind the vehicle.
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To adjust the brightness, press the The camera that provides the Rear
button (1) on the back of the { Warning Camera Mirror (RCM) image is
rearview mirror without covering the The Rear Camera Mirror (RCM) above the license plate, next to the
light sensor (2). has a limited view. Portions of the Rear Vision Camera (RVC).
road, vehicles, and other objects Troubleshooting
may not be seen. Do not drive or If the tab is in the rearward position
park the vehicle using only this
camera. Objects may appear and a blue screen and d are
closer than they are. Check the displayed in the mirror and the
outside mirrors or glance over display shuts off, see your dealer for
service.
your shoulder when making lane
Each button press cycles the
changes or merging. Failure to
brightness between five settings.
use proper care may result in
injury, death, or vehicle damage.
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The RCM may not work properly or Windows The vehicle aerodynamics are
display a clear image if: designed to improve fuel economy
performance. This may result in a
. There is glare from the sun or
headlamps. This may obstruct
{ Warning pulsing sound when either rear
objects from view. window is down and the front
Never leave a child, a helpless windows are up. To reduce the
. Dirt, snow, or other debris blocks adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, sound, open either a front window
the camera lens. Clean the lens especially with the windows or the sunroof, if equipped.
with a soft damp cloth, or if closed in warm or hot weather.
equipped, with the Rear Camera They can be overcome by the Power Windows
Washer. See Windshield Wiper/ extreme heat and suffer
Washer 0 122. permanent injuries or even death
. The back of the vehicle has from heat stroke. { Warning
been damaged and the position Children could be seriously
and mounting angle of the injured or killed if caught in the
camera has changed. path of a closing window. Never
leave the Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter in a vehicle with
children. When there are children
in the rear seat, use the window
lockout switch to prevent
operation of the windows. See
Keys 0 28.
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Window Lockout Window Express Movement
All windows can be opened without
holding the window switch. Press
the switch down fully and quickly
release to express open the
window.
If equipped, pull the window switch
up fully and quickly release to
express close the window.
Briefly press or pull the window
switch in the same direction to stop
The power windows work when the that window’s express movement.
ignition is on, in ACC/ACCESSORY, Window Automatic Reversal
or when Retained Accessory Power This feature stops the rear
(RAP) is active. See Retained
System
passenger window switches from
Accessory Power (RAP) 0 203. working. The express-close feature will
Using the window switch, press to reverse window movement if it
. Press 2 to engage the rear comes in contact with an object.
open or pull to close the window. window lockout feature. The Extreme cold or ice could cause the
The windows may be temporarily indicator light is on when window to auto-reverse. The
disabled if they are used repeatedly engaged. window will operate normally after
within a short time. the object or condition is removed.
. Press 2 again to disengage.
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Automatic Reversal System Programming the Power Remote Window Operation
Override Windows If equipped, this feature allows the
Programming may be necessary if windows to be opened and closed
{ Warning the vehicle battery has been remotely. If enabled in vehicle
disconnected or discharged. If the personalization, press and hold K
If automatic reversal system window is unable to express-up, on the RKE transmitter to open the
override is active, the window will program each express-close
not reverse automatically. You or windows or Q to close the windows.
window: See Vehicle Personalization 0 152.
others could be injured and the
window could be damaged. 1. Close all doors.
Before using automatic reversal 2. Turn the ignition on or to ACC/ Sun Visors
system override, make sure that ACCESSORY.
all people and obstructions are 3. Partially open the window to be
clear of the window path. programmed. Then close it and
continue to pull the switch
When the engine is on, override the briefly after the window has
automatic reversal system by pulling fully closed.
and holding the window switch if 4. Open the window and continue
conditions prevent it from closing. to press the switch briefly after
the window has fully opened.
Pull the sun visor down to block
glare. Detach the sun visor from the
center mount to pivot to the side
window and, if equipped, extend
along the rod.
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Roof Slide Switch The front sunshade can only be
opened and closed manually. The
Express-Open/Express-Close :
sunshade can be opened by
Sunroof Press and release D (1) to pushing up on the handle, and
If equipped, the ignition must be on express-open the sunroof. The closed by pulling forward on the
or in ACC/ACCESSORY, sunshade will not open handle until it latches.
or Retained Accessory Power (RAP) automatically. Press and release
g (1) to express-close the If equipped, the rear sunshade can
must be active to operate the only be opened or closed manually.
sunroof. See Ignition Positions sunroof.
To open, press the latch button (if
0 199 and Retained Accessory Open/Close (Manual Mode) : Fully equipped) on the handle while
Power (RAP) 0 203. press D (1) to open the sunroof. pushing up to unlatch it. The
The sunshade will not automatically sunshade will retract to the open
open with the sunroof. Release to position. To close the sunshade, pull
stop at the desired position. Fully the handle forward until it latches.
press g (1) to close the sunroof. Do not try to close the sunshade
Release to stop at the desired while the sunroof is fully opened or
position. in the vent position.
The sunroof cannot be opened or
Tilt Switch
closed if the vehicle has an
Vent Feature : Press E (2) to vent electrical failure.
the sunroof. Press again and hold to
Automatic Reversal System
open the sunroof. Release to stop at
the desired position. The sunshade The sunroof has an automatic
will not open automatically. Press reversal system that is only active
1. Sunroof Switch (SLIDE) g (2) to express-close the when the sunroof is operated in
2. Vent Switch (TILT) sunroof. Press again to stop the express-close mode.
movement.
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If an object is in the path while If water is seen dripping into the
express closing, the reversal system water drainage system, this is
will detect an object, stop, and open normal.
the sunroof again.
If frost or other conditions prevent
closing, override the feature by
closing the sunroof in manual mode.
To stop movement, release the
switch.
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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60 Seats and Restraints

Seats and Replacing Seat Belt System
Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Replacing LATCH System
Parts After a Crash . . . . . . . . . 109
Restraints Airbag System
Securing Child Restraints (With
the Seat Belt in the
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Rear Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . . . 84 Securing Child Restraints (With
Head Restraints When Should an Airbag
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 the Seat Belt in the
Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Front Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Front Seats What Makes an Airbag
Power Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . 63 Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Lumbar Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 How Does an Airbag
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Restrain? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Memory Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 What Will You See after an
Heated and Ventilated Front Airbag Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Passenger Sensing System . . . 89
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped
Rear Seats Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Adding Equipment to the
Heated Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . . . 93
Third Row Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Airbag System Check . . . . . . . . . . 94
Replacing Airbag System Parts
Seat Belts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
How to Wear Seat Belts Child Restraints
Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Infants and Young Children . . . . 96
Seat Belt Use During Child Restraint Systems . . . . . . . 99
Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Where to Put the Restraint . . . 100
Seat Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Lower Anchors and Tethers for
Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . 81 Children (LATCH System) . . . 102
Seat Belt Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
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Head Restraints
Front Seats
{ Warning
With head restraints that are not
installed and adjusted properly,
there is a greater chance that
occupants will suffer a neck/
spinal injury in a crash. Do not
drive until the head restraints for
all occupants are installed and Adjust the head restraint so that the To raise or lower the head restraint,
adjusted properly. top of the restraint is at the same press the button located on the side
height as the top of the occupant's of the head restraint, and pull up or
head. This position reduces the push the head restraint down, and
The vehicle's front seats have
chance of a neck injury in a crash. release the button. Pull and push on
adjustable head restraints in the
The height of the head restraint can the head restraint after the button is
outboard seating positions.
be adjusted. released to make sure that it is
locked in place.
The front seat outboard head
restraints are not removable.
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Rear Seats head restraint after the button is The third row outboard head
released to make sure that it is restraints are designed to be folded.
Second Row Seats locked in place. The head restraint can be folded to
The vehicle’s second row seats Always adjust the head restraint so allow for better visibility when the
have adjustable head restraints in that the top of the restraint is at the rear seat is unoccupied.
the outboard seating positions. same height as the top of the When folding the seatback down,
The height of the head restraint can occupant's head. the head restraint will automatically
be adjusted. Pull the head restraint If you are installing a child restraint fold out of the way as the seat is
up to raise it. Try to move the head in the rear seat, see “Securing a folded down.
restraint to make sure that it is Child Restraint Designed for the
locked in place. Return the lowered head restraint to
LATCH System” under Lower the upright position until it locks into
Anchors and Tethers for Children place. Push and pull on the head
(LATCH System) 0 102. restraint to make sure it is locked.
Third Row Seats When an occupant is in the seat,
The vehicle’s third row seats have always return the head restraint to
head restraints in the outboard the upright position. Pull the head
seating positions that cannot be restraint up and push it rearward
adjusted up or down. until it locks into place. Push and
pull on the head restraint to make
The third row outboard head sure that it is locked.
restraints are not removable.
To lower the head restraint, press

the button, located on the top of the
seatback, and push the head
restraint down. Try to move the
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Front Seats Lumbar Adjustment
Power Seat Adjustment
{ Warning
You can lose control of the
vehicle if you try to adjust a driver
seat while the vehicle is moving.
Adjust the driver seat only when
the vehicle is not moving.
To adjust the seat:
. Move the seat forward or
{ Warning rearward by sliding the control Press and hold the control forward
forward or rearward. to increase or rearward to decrease
The power seats will work with support.
the ignition off. Children could . Raise or lower the front part of
operate the power seats and be the seat cushion by moving the
front of the control up or down. Reclining Seatbacks
injured. Never leave children
alone in the vehicle. . Raise or lower the entire seat by
moving the rear of the control up { Warning
or down. Sitting in a reclined position when
To adjust the seatback, see the vehicle is in motion can be
Reclining Seatbacks 0 63. dangerous. Even when buckled
To adjust the lumbar support, see up, the seat belts cannot do
Lumbar Adjustment 0 63. their job.
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. Tilt the top of the control forward
Warning (Continued) to raise.
The shoulder belt will not be
against your body. Instead, it will
Memory Seats
be in front of you. In a crash, you
could go into it, receiving neck or
other injuries.
The lap belt could go up over
your abdomen. The belt forces
would be there, not at your pelvic
bones. This could cause serious
internal injuries. Do not have a seatback reclined if
For proper protection when the the vehicle is moving.
vehicle is in motion, have the
seatback upright. Then sit well
back in the seat and wear the
seat belt properly. If equipped, memory seats allow two
drivers to save and recall their
unique seat positions for driving the
vehicle, and a shared exit position
for getting out of the vehicle. Other
feature positions may also be
saved, such as power mirrors and
power steering wheel, if equipped.
Memory positions are linked to RKE
transmitter 1 or 2 for automatic
. Tilt the top of the control memory recalls.
rearward to recline.
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Before saving, adjust all available Memory adjustments may not be . See Vehicle Personalization
memory feature positions. Turn the available upon delivery or after 0 152 for additional setting
ignition on and then press and service until steps in “Saving information.
release SET; a beep will sound. Memory Positions” section are
Then immediately press and hold 1, performed. Identifying Driver Number
2, or B (Exit) until two beeps To identify the driver number:
Vehicle Personalization Settings
sound. To manually recall these 1. Start the vehicle with a different
. To have the Auto Memory Recall
positions, press and hold 1, 2, or B key or RKE transmitter. The
movement begin when the DIC should display the driver
until the saved position is reached. vehicle is started, select the
Follow the instructions under number; 1 or 2. Turn the
Settings menu, then Vehicle, ignition off and remove the key
“Saving Memory Positions.” then Comfort and Convenience, or RKE transmitter from the
The vehicle identifies the current and then Auto Memory Recall. vehicle.
driver’s RKE transmitter number Select On or Off. See “Auto
(1–8). See Remote Keyless Entry Memory Recall” later in this 2. Start the vehicle with the initial
(RKE) System Operation 0 29. Only section. key or RKE transmitter. The
RKE transmitters 1 and 2 can be DIC should display the other
. To begin Easy Exit Recall
used for automatic memory recalls. driver number not shown in
movement when the ignition is Step 1.
A Driver Information Center (DIC) turned off and the driver door is
welcome message indicating the opened, or when the ignition is Saving Memory Positions
transmitter number may display for turned off with the driver door
the first few ignition cycles following Read these instructions completely
already opened, select the before saving memory positions.
a transmitter change. For Auto Settings menu, then Vehicle,
Memory Recall to work properly, then Comfort and Convenience, To save preferred driving positions
save the positions to the memory and then Easy Exit Options. 1 and 2:
button (1 or 2) matching the RKE Select On or Off. See “Easy Exit
transmitter number displayed in the 1. Turn the ignition on or to ACC/
Recall” later in this section. ACCESSORY.
DIC welcome message. Carry the
linked RKE transmitter when A DIC welcome message may
entering the vehicle. indicate driver number 1 or 2.
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2. Adjust all available memory Save preferred memory feature positions saved to the same
features to the desired driving positions to both 1 and 2 if you are memory button number 1 or 2 are
position. the only driver. automatically recalled when the
3. Press and release SET; a beep ignition is turned on, or turned from
Manually Recalling Memory off to ACC/ACCESSORY. RKE
will sound. Positions
transmitters 3–8 will not provide
4. Immediately press and hold the Press and hold 1, 2, or B to recall automatic memory recalls.
1 or 2 memory button matching the previously saved memory
the above DIC welcome To turn Auto Memory Recall on or
positions. off, see "Vehicle Personalization
message until two beeps
sound. To stop Manual Memory Recall Settings" previously in this section
and Vehicle Personalization 0 152.
If too much time passes movement, release 1, 2, or B or
between releasing SET and press any of the following controls: The vehicle must be in P (Park) to
pressing 1, the memory start Auto Memory Recall. Auto
. Power seat
position will not be saved and Memory Recall will complete if the
. Memory SET vehicle is shifted out of P (Park)
two beeps will not sound.
Repeat Steps 3 and 4. . Power mirror, with the driver or prior to reaching the saved memory
passenger side mirror selected position.
1 or 2 corresponds to the driver
number. See “Identifying Driver . Power steering wheel, To stop Auto Memory Recall
Number” previously in this if equipped movement, turn the ignition off or
section. press any of the following controls:
Auto Memory Recall . Power seat
5. Repeat Steps 1–4 for a second
The vehicle identifies the number of
driver using 1 or 2.
the current driver’s RKE transmitter . Memory SET, 1, 2, or B
To save the position for B and (1–8). See Remote Keyless Entry . Power mirror, with the driver or
easy exit features, repeat Steps 1–4 (RKE) System Operation 0 29. If the passenger side mirror selected
using B. This saves the position RKE transmitter is 1 or 2, and Auto
. Power steering wheel,
Memory Recall is programmed on in
for getting out of the vehicle. if equipped
vehicle personalization, the
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If the saved memory seat position To stop Easy Exit Recall movement, Heated and Ventilated
does not automatically recall or press any of the following memory
recalls to the wrong positions, the controls:
Front Seats
driver’s RKE transmitter number . Power seat
(1 or 2) may not match the memory { Warning
button number that positions were . Memory SET, 1, 2, or B
saved to. Try saving the position to If temperature change or pain to
. Power mirror, with the driver or the skin cannot be felt, the seat
the other memory button or try the
other RKE transmitter. passenger side mirror selected heater may cause burns. To
. Power steering wheel, reduce the risk of burns, use care
Easy Exit Recall if equipped when using the seat heater,
Easy Exit Recall is not linked to an especially for long periods of
RKE transmitter. The position saved Obstructions time. Do not place anything on
to B is used for all drivers. To turn If something has blocked the driver the seat that insulates against
Easy Exit Recall on or off, see seat and/or power steering wheel heat, such as a blanket, cushion,
"Vehicle Personalization Settings" while recalling a memory position, cover, or similar item. This may
previously in this section and the recall may stop. Remove the cause the seat heater to
Vehicle Personalization 0 152. obstruction and try the recall again. overheat. An overheated seat
If the memory position still does not heater may cause a burn or may
If turned on, the position saved to recall, see your dealer for service.
B is automatically recalled when damage the seat.
one of the following occurs:
. The vehicle is turned off and the
driver door is opened within a
short time.
. The vehicle is turned off with the
driver door open.
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When this feature is off, the heated The active high, medium, low, or off
and ventilated seat symbols on the heated or ventilated seat level will
buttons are white. When a heated be indicated by the manual heated
seat is turned on, the symbol turns or ventilated seat buttons on the
red. When a ventilated seat is center stack. Use the manual
turned on, the symbol turns blue. heated or ventilated seat buttons on
Press the button once for the the center stack to turn auto heated
highest setting. With each press of or ventilated seats off. If the
the button, the seat will change to passenger seat is unoccupied, the
the next lower setting, and then to auto heated or ventilated seats
the off setting. The indicator lights feature will not activate that seat.
next to the buttons indicate three for The auto heated or ventilated seats
Heated and Ventilated Seat the highest setting and one for the feature can be programmed to
Buttons Shown, Heated Seat lowest. If the heated seats are on always be enabled when the vehicle
high, the level may automatically be is on.
Buttons Similar
lowered after approximately See Vehicle Personalization 0 152.
If equipped, the buttons are near the
30 minutes.
climate controls on the center stack.
To operate, the engine must be The passenger seat may take
running. longer to heat up.
Press M or L to heat the driver or Auto Heated and Ventilated Seats
passenger seatback and cushion. When the vehicle is on, this feature
will automatically activate the
Press C or {, if available, to
heated or ventilated seats at the
ventilate the driver or passenger level required by the vehicle’s
seat. A ventilated seat has a fan interior temperature.
that pulls or pushes air through the
seat. The air is not cooled.
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Remote Start Heated and Rear Seats the vehicle through the rear door
Ventilated Seats and left the vehicle without the
During a remote start, the heated or Rear Seat Reminder vehicle being shut off.
ventilated seats, if equipped, can be If equipped, the message REAR The feature can be turned on or off.
turned on automatically. When it is SEAT REMINDER LOOK IN REAR See Vehicle Personalization 0 152.
cold outside, the heated seats turn SEAT displays under certain
on, and when it is hot outside the Rear Seat Adjustment
conditions indicating there may be
ventilated seats turn on. The heated an item or passenger in the rear The second row seats slide forward
or ventilated seats are canceled seat. Check before exiting the for more room.
when the ignition is turned on. Press vehicle.
the heated or ventilated seat button
to use the heated or ventilated seats This feature will activate when a
after the vehicle is started. second row door is opened while
the vehicle is on or up to 10 minutes
The heated or ventilated seat before the vehicle is turned on.
indicator lights do not turn on during There will be an alert when the
a remote start. vehicle is turned off. The alert does
The temperature performance of an not directly detect objects in the rear
unoccupied seat may be reduced. seat; instead, under certain
This is normal. conditions, it detects when a rear
door is opened and closed,
The remote start heated or indicating that there may be
ventilated seats may be enabled something in the rear seat.
or disabled in the vehicle To adjust the seat position:
personalization menu. See Remote The feature is active only once each
Vehicle Start 0 36 and Vehicle time the vehicle is turned on and off, 1. Remove objects on the floor in
Personalization 0 152. and will require reactivation by front of or on the second row
opening and closing the second row seat, or in the seat tracks on
doors. There may be an alert even the floor.
when there is nothing in the rear
seat; for example, if a child entered
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2. Lift the lever below the seat
cushion and slide the seat Caution { Warning
forward or backward.
Folding a rear seat with the seat Remove the child from the child
Entering and Exiting the belts still fastened may cause restraint before moving the seat
Third Row damage to the seat or the seat forward for third row entry or exit.
belts. Always unbuckle the seat Failure to do so may result in
{ Warning belts and return them to their
normal stowed position before
injury to the child.
Using the third row seating folding a rear seat. 1. Remove objects on the floor in
position while the second row is front of or under the second
folded could cause injury in a To access the third row from the row seat, or in the seat tracks
sudden stop or crash. Be sure to passenger side: on the floor.
return the seat to the passenger
seating position. Push and pull on The second row passenger side
the seat to make sure it is locked seat can be easily moved for third
into place. row entry or exit with a
forward-facing child restraint
installed using the LATCH system.
Remove a rear-facing child restraint
{ Warning before moving the seat for third row
entry or exit.
If the seatback and seat base are
not locked, the seat could move
forward in a sudden stop or crash
and injure the occupant. Always
push and pull on the seatbacks to
be sure the seatback and seat 2. Pull the handle on the side of
the seat forward and pull the
base are locked.
seat forward.
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Returning the Seat to the Reclining the Seatbacks Folding the Seatbacks
Seating Position To recline the seatbacks:
To return the second row seat to its
normal seating position:
1. Remove objects on the floor
behind or under the second
row seat or in the seat tracks
on the floor.
2. Push on the seatback until the
seat is locked into place.
3. Push and pull on the seatback
and seat cushion to make sure
they are locked in place.
To fold the second row seatbacks:
4. Check that the seat belt is not
1. Leaning rearward in the seat, 1. Remove anything on or under
under the seat cushion.
pull the reclining seatback the seat.
handle.
2. Fold the head restraint
2. Move the seatback to the rearward. See Head Restraints
desired position, and then 0 61.
release the handle to lock the
seatback in place. 3. Pull up on the reclining
seatback handle. The seatback
3. Push and pull on the seatback will move forward and fold flat
to make sure it is locked. on top of the cushion. Do not
place anything on the seat
during this operation.
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To return the seatback to the Third Row Seats
seating position, lift the seatback
and push it rearward until it locks
into place. Push and pull on the { Warning
seatback to make sure it is locked. Using the third row seating
Pull on the head restraint to return it
position while the second row is
to the upright, locked position.
folded, or pushed forward in the
entry position, could cause injury
Heated Rear Seats in a sudden stop or crash. Be
sure to return the seat to the
{ Warning passenger seating position. Push
and pull on the seat to make sure
If temperature change or pain to If available, the buttons are on the
it is locked into place.
the skin cannot be felt, the seat rear of the center console.
heater may cause burns. See the
With the engine running, press M or Folding the Seatback
Warning under Heated and
Ventilated Front Seats 0 67.
L to heat the left or right outboard
seat cushion. An indicator on the
climate control display appears Caution
when this feature is on.
Folding a rear seat with the seat
This feature turns on at the highest belts still fastened may cause
setting. With each press of the damage to the seat or the seat
button, the heated seat changes to belts. Always unbuckle the seat
the next lower setting, and then the belts and return them to their
off setting. Three lights indicate the normal stowed position before
highest setting, and one light folding a rear seat.
indicates the lowest. If the heated
seats are on high, the level may
automatically be lowered after
approximately 30 minutes.
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To fold the third row seatback: 4. Disconnect the center seat belt
1. Remove objects on the floor in mini-latch, using a key in the
front of or on the second row slot on the mini-buckle, and let
seat, or in the seat tracks on the belt retract into the
the floor. headliner.
2. If the second row seat is in the

full rear position, adjust it
forward to allow the third row
seat to fold fully flat.
3. Remove anything on or under
the seat.
6. Pull the release strap located
on the seatback.
7. Push the seatback forward to
lay flat.
8. Repeat for the other seatback,
5. Stow the mini-latch in the if necessary.
holder in the headliner.
Returning the Seat to the
Seating Position
To return the seatback to the
seating position:
1. From the rear of the vehicle,
raise the seatback to the
upright position using the pull
strap on the back of the third
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row seat, or lift the seatback Power Seatback Folding
and push it into place from { Warning
inside the vehicle.
A seat belt that is improperly
routed, not properly attached,
{ Warning or twisted will not provide the
If either seatback is not locked, it protection needed in a crash. The
could move forward in a sudden person wearing the belt could be
stop or crash. That could cause seriously injured. After raising the
injury to the person sitting there. rear seatback, always check to be
Always push and pull on the sure that the seat belts are
seatbacks to be sure they are properly routed and attached, and
locked. are not twisted.
2. Push and pull on the seatback 3. Reconnect the center seat belt If equipped, the third row seatbacks
to make sure it is locked in mini-latch to the mini-buckle. can also be folded forward and
place. Do not let it twist. returned to the upright position by
4. Pull on the seat belt to be sure pressing and holding the switches
the mini-latch is secure. on the passenger side of the rear
cargo area.
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Seat Belts Warning (Continued)
When riding in a vehicle, you travel
as fast as the vehicle does. If the
This section describes how to use vehicle stops suddenly, you keep
seat belts properly, and some things passengers to ride in any area of going until something stops you.
not to do. the vehicle that is not equipped It could be the windshield, the
with seats and seat belts. instrument panel, or the seat belts!
{ Warning Always wear a seat belt, and When you wear a seat belt, you and
check that all passenger(s) are the vehicle slow down together.
Do not let anyone ride where a restrained properly too. There is more time to stop because
seat belt cannot be worn properly. you stop over a longer distance and,
In a crash, if you or your when worn properly, your strongest
passenger(s) are not wearing This vehicle has indicators as a
reminder to buckle the seat belts. bones take the forces from the seat
seat belts, injuries can be much belts. That is why wearing seat belts
See Seat Belt Reminders 0 135.
worse than if you are wearing makes such good sense.
seat belts. You can be seriously Why Seat Belts Work
injured or killed by hitting things Questions and Answers About
inside the vehicle harder or by Seat Belts
being ejected from the vehicle. In Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle
addition, anyone who is not after a crash if I am wearing a
buckled up can strike other seat belt?
passengers in the vehicle. A: You could be — whether you are
It is extremely dangerous to ride wearing a seat belt or not. Your
in a cargo area, inside or outside chance of being conscious
of a vehicle. In a collision, during and after a crash, so you
passengers riding in these areas can unbuckle and get out, is
are more likely to be seriously much greater if you are belted.
injured or killed. Do not allow
(Continued)
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Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why It is very important for all occupants this applies force to the strong
should I have to wear seat to buckle up. Statistics show that pelvic bones and you would be
belts? unbelted people are hurt more often less likely to slide under the lap
A: Airbags are supplemental in crashes than those who are belt. If you slid under it, the belt
systems only. They work with wearing seat belts. would apply force on your
seat belts — not instead of them. There are important things to know abdomen. This could cause
Whether or not an airbag is about wearing a seat belt properly. serious or even fatal injuries.
provided, all occupants still have . Wear the shoulder belt over the
to buckle up to get the most shoulder and across the chest.
protection. These parts of the body are best
Also, in nearly all states and in able to take belt restraining
all Canadian provinces, the law forces. The shoulder belt locks if
requires wearing seat belts. there is a sudden stop or crash.
How to Wear Seat Belts { Warning

Properly You can be seriously injured,
Follow these rules for everyone's or even killed, by not wearing
protection. your seat belt properly.
There are additional things to know
about seat belts and children, . Sit up straight and always keep
including smaller children and your feet on the floor in front of
infants. If a child will be riding in the you (if possible).
vehicle, see Older Children 0 95 or . Always use the correct buckle
Infants and Young Children 0 96. for your seating position.
Review and follow the rules for . Wear the lap part of the belt low
children in addition to the following
and snug on the hips, just
rules.
touching the thighs. In a crash,
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Always use the correct buckle for

your seating position.
Never allow the lap or shoulder belt Never wear the shoulder belt under
to become loose or twisted. both arms or behind your back.
Never route the lap or shoulder belt
over an armrest.
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Lap-Shoulder Belt Engaging the child restraint
locking feature in the front
All seating positions in the vehicle outboard seating position may
have a lap-shoulder belt. affect the passenger sensing
If you are using a rear seating system. See Passenger
position with a detachable seat belt Sensing System 0 89.
and the seat belt is not attached,
see Third Row Seats 0 72 for
instructions on reconnecting the
seat belt to the mini-buckle.
The following instructions explain
how to wear a lap-shoulder belt
properly. 2. Pick up the latch plate and pull
1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is the belt across you. Do not let
adjustable, so you can sit up it get twisted.
straight. To see how, see The lap-shoulder belt may lock
“Seats” in the Index. 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 If the webbing locks in the latch
across you more slowly. plate before it reaches the
buckle, tilt the latch plate flat to
If the shoulder portion of a unlock.
passenger belt is pulled out all
the way, the child restraint
locking feature may be
engaged. If this happens, let
the belt go back all the way
and start again.
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To unlatch the belt, push the button
on the buckle. The belt should
return to its stowed position.
Always stow the seat belt slowly.
If the seat belt webbing returns
quickly to the stowed position, the
retractor may lock and cannot be
pulled out. If this happens, pull the
seat belt straight out firmly to unlock
the webbing, and then release it.
If the webbing is still locked in the
retractor, see your dealer.
3. Push the latch plate into the 4. To make the lap part tight, pull Before a door is closed, be sure the
buckle until it clicks. up on the shoulder belt. seat belt is out of the way. If a door
Pull up on the latch plate to is slammed against a seat belt,
make sure it is secure. If the damage can occur to both the seat
belt is not long enough, see belt and the vehicle.
Seat Belt Extender 0 80.
Seat Belt Pretensioners
Position the release button on
This vehicle has seat belt
the buckle so that the seat belt
pretensioners for front outboard
could be quickly unbuckled if
occupants. Although the seat belt
necessary.
pretensioners cannot be seen, they
are part of the seat belt assembly.
They can help tighten the seat belts
during the early stages of a
moderate to severe frontal, near
frontal, or rear crash if the threshold
conditions for pretensioner
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activation are met. Seat belt Comfort guides are available A pregnant woman should wear a
pretensioners can also help tighten through your dealer for the rear lap-shoulder belt, and the lap
the seat belts in a side crash or a outboard seating positions. portion should be worn as low as
rollover event. Instructions are included with the possible, below the rounding,
Pretensioners work only once. If the guide. throughout the pregnancy.
pretensioners activate in a crash, The best way to protect the fetus is
the pretensioners and probably Seat Belt Use During to protect the mother. When a seat
other parts of the vehicle’s seat belt Pregnancy belt is worn properly, it is more likely
system will need to be replaced. that the fetus will not be hurt in a
Seat belts work for everyone,
See Replacing Seat Belt System crash. For pregnant women, as for
including pregnant women. Like all
Parts after a Crash 0 81. anyone, the key to making seat
occupants, they are more likely to
Do not sit on the outboard seat belt belts effective is wearing them
be seriously injured if they do not
while entering or exiting the vehicle properly.
wear seat belts.
or at any time while sitting in the
seat. Sitting on the seat belt can Seat Belt Extender
damage the webbing and hardware. If the vehicle's seat belt will fasten
Rear Seat Belt Comfort Guides around you, you should use it.
But if a seat belt is not long enough,
Rear seat belt comfort guides may
provide added seat belt comfort for your dealer will order you an
extender. When you go in to order it,
older children who have outgrown
take the heaviest coat you will wear,
booster seats and for some adults.
so the extender will be long enough
When installed on a shoulder belt,
the comfort guide positions the for you. To help avoid personal
injury, do not let someone else use
shoulder belt away from the neck
it, and use it only for the seat it is
and head.
made to fit. The extender has been
designed for adults. Never use it for
securing child restraints. For more
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information on the proper use and fit Make sure the seat belt reminder
of seat belt extenders see the light is working. See Seat Belt { Warning
instruction sheet that comes with Reminders 0 135.
the extender. Do not bleach or dye seat belt
Keep seat belts clean and dry. See webbing. It may severely weaken
Seat Belt Care 0 81. the webbing. In a crash, they
Safety System Check
might not be able to provide
Periodically check the seat belt Seat Belt Care adequate protection. Clean and
reminder, seat belts, buckles, latch Keep belts clean and dry. rinse seat belt webbing only with
plates, retractors, shoulder belt mild soap and lukewarm water.
height adjusters (if equipped), and Seat belts should be properly cared
Allow the webbing to dry.
seat belt anchorages to make sure for and maintained.
they are all in working order. Look Seat belt hardware should be kept
for any other loose or damaged seat dry and free of dust or debris. As Replacing Seat Belt
belt system parts that might keep a necessary, exterior hard surfaces System Parts after a
seat belt system from performing and seat belt webbing may be lightly
properly. See your dealer to have it cleaned with mild soap and water.
Crash
repaired. Torn, frayed, or twisted Ensure there is not excessive dust
seat belts may not protect you in a or debris in the mechanism. If dust { Warning
crash. Torn or frayed seat belts can or debris exists in the system please
rip apart under impact forces. If a see the dealer. Parts may need to A crash can damage the seat belt
belt is torn or frayed, have it be replaced to ensure proper system in the vehicle. A damaged
replaced immediately. If a belt is functionality of the system. seat belt system may not properly
twisted, it may be possible to protect the person using it,
untwist by reversing the latch plate resulting in serious injury or even
on the webbing. If the twist cannot death in a crash. To help make
be corrected, ask your dealer to sure the seat belt systems are
fix it. working properly after a crash,
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Warning (Continued) Airbag System All vehicle airbags have the word
AIRBAG on the trim or on a label
The vehicle has the following near the deployment opening.
have them inspected and any airbags:
necessary replacements made as For frontal airbags, the word
soon as possible. . A frontal airbag for the driver AIRBAG is on the center of the
. A frontal airbag for the front steering wheel for the driver and on
outboard passenger the instrument panel for the front
After a minor crash, replacement of outboard passenger.
seat belts may not be necessary. . A front center airbag for the
But the seat belt assemblies that driver and front outboard For the front center airbag, the word
were used during any crash may passenger AIRBAG is on the inboard side of
have been stressed or damaged. the driver seatback.
. A seat-mounted side impact
See your dealer to have the seat airbag for the driver For seat-mounted side impact
belt assemblies inspected or airbags, the word AIRBAG is on the
replaced. . A seat-mounted side impact side of the seat closest to the door.
airbag for the front outboard
New parts and repairs may be passenger For roof-rail airbags, the word
necessary even if the seat belt AIRBAG is on the ceiling or trim.
system was not being used at the . A roof-rail airbag for the driver
and for the second and third row Airbags are designed to supplement
time of the crash.
passengers seated directly the protection provided by seat
Have the seat belt pretensioners behind the driver belts. Even though today's airbags
checked if the vehicle has been in a are also designed to help reduce
crash, or if the airbag readiness light . A roof-rail airbag for the front the risk of injury from the force of an
stays on after you start the vehicle outboard passenger and the inflating bag, all airbags must inflate
or while you are driving. See Airbag second and third row very quickly to do their job.
Readiness Light 0 136. passengers seated directly
behind the front outboard
passenger
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Here are the most important things
to know about the airbag system: { Warning Warning (Continued)
Because airbags inflate with great Occupants should not lean on or
{ Warning force and faster than the blink of sleep against the front center
You can be severely injured or an eye, anyone who is up armrest or console in vehicles
killed in a crash if you are not against, or very close to any with a front center airbag.
wearing your seat belt, even with airbag when it inflates can be Occupants should not lean on or
airbags. Airbags are designed to seriously injured or killed. Do not sleep against the door or side
work with seat belts, not replace sit unnecessarily close to any windows in seating positions with
them. Also, airbags are not airbag, as you would be if sitting seat-mounted side impact airbags
designed to inflate in every crash. on the edge of the seat or leaning and/or roof-rail airbags.
In some crashes seat belts are forward. Seat belts help keep you
the only restraint. See When in position before and during a
Should an Airbag Inflate? 0 86. crash. Always wear a seat belt,
Wearing your seat belt during a

even with airbags. The driver { Warning
should sit as far back as possible
crash helps reduce your chance while still maintaining control of Children who are up against,
of hitting things inside the vehicle the vehicle. The seat belts and or very close to, any airbag when
or being ejected from it. Airbags the front outboard passenger it inflates can be seriously injured
are “supplemental restraints” to airbags are most effective when or killed. Always secure children
the seat belts. Everyone in the you are sitting well back and properly in the vehicle. To read
vehicle should wear a seat belt upright in the seat with both feet how, see Older Children 0 95 or
properly, whether or not there is on the floor. Infants and Young Children 0 96.
an airbag for that person.
(Continued)
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Where Are the Airbags?
There is an airbag readiness light

on the instrument cluster, which
shows the airbag symbol.
The system checks the airbag
electrical system for malfunctions.
The light tells you if there is an
electrical problem. See Airbag The front center airbag is in the
Readiness Light 0 136. inboard side of the driver seatback.
The driver frontal airbag is in the
center of the steering wheel.
The front outboard passenger
frontal airbag is in the passenger
side instrument panel.
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Warning (Continued)
or even death. The path of an
inflating airbag must be kept
clear. Do not put anything
between an occupant and an
airbag, and do not attach or put
anything on the steering wheel
hub or on or near any other
airbag covering.
Do not use seat or console
Driver Side Shown, Passenger Driver Side Shown, Passenger accessories that block the
Side Similar Side Similar inflation path of a seat-mounted
The driver and front outboard The roof-rail airbags for the driver, side impact airbag or the front
passenger seat-mounted side front outboard passenger, and center airbag.
impact airbags are in the side of the second and third row outboard Never secure anything to the roof
seatbacks closest to the door. passengers are in the ceiling above of a vehicle with roof-rail airbags
the side windows. by routing a rope or tie-down
through any door or window
{ Warning opening. If you do, the path of an
inflating roof-rail airbag will be
If something is between an blocked.
occupant and an airbag, the
airbag might not inflate properly
or it might force the object into
that person causing severe injury
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When Should an Airbag It depends on what is hit, the side. The front center airbag is not
direction of the impact, and how designed to inflate in frontal
Inflate? quickly the vehicle slows down. impacts, near frontal impacts,
This vehicle is equipped with Frontal airbags may inflate at or rear impacts.
airbags. See Airbag System 0 82. different crash speeds depending on Seat-mounted side impact airbags
Airbags are designed to inflate if the whether the vehicle hits an object are designed to inflate in moderate
impact exceeds the specific airbag straight on or at an angle, and to severe side crashes depending
system's deployment threshold. whether the object is fixed or on the location of the impact.
Deployment thresholds are used to moving, rigid or deformable, narrow Seat-mounted side impact airbags
predict how severe a crash is likely or wide. are not designed to inflate in frontal
to be in time for the airbags to impacts, near frontal impacts,
inflate and help restrain the Frontal airbags are not intended to
inflate during vehicle rollovers, in rollovers, or rear impacts.
occupants. The vehicle has A seat-mounted side impact airbag
electronic sensors that help the rear impacts, or in many side
impacts. is designed to inflate on the side of
airbag system determine the the vehicle that is struck.
severity of the impact. Deployment In addition, the vehicle has
thresholds can vary with specific advanced technology frontal Roof-rail airbags are designed to
vehicle design. airbags. Advanced technology inflate in moderate to severe side
frontal airbags adjust the restraint crashes depending on the location
Frontal airbags are designed to of the impact. In addition, these
inflate in moderate to severe frontal according to crash severity.
roof-rail airbags are designed to
or near frontal crashes to help The front center airbag is designed inflate during a rollover or in a
reduce the potential for severe to inflate in moderate to severe side severe frontal impact. Roof-rail
injuries, mainly to the driver's or crashes depending upon the airbags are not designed to inflate in
front outboard passenger's head location of the impact, when either rear impacts. Both roof-rail airbags
and chest. side of the vehicle is struck. In will inflate when either side of the
Whether the frontal airbags will or addition, the front center airbag is vehicle is struck, if the sensing
should inflate is not based primarily designed to inflate when the system predicts that the vehicle is
on how fast the vehicle is traveling. sensing system predicts that the about to roll over on its side, or in a
vehicle is about to roll over on its severe frontal impact.
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In any particular crash, no one can Airbags supplement the protection What Will You See after
say whether an airbag should have provided by seat belts by
inflated simply because of the distributing the force of the impact
an Airbag Inflates?
vehicle damage or repair costs. more evenly over the After frontal and seat-mounted side
occupant's body. impact airbags inflate, they quickly
What Makes an Airbag Rollover capable roof-rail airbags deflate, so quickly that some people
Inflate? are designed to help contain the may not even realize the airbags
head and chest of occupants in the inflated. The front center airbag and
In a deployment event, the sensing roof-rail airbags may still be at least
outboard seating positions in the
system sends an electrical signal partially inflated for some time after
first, second, and third rows. The
triggering a release of gas from the they inflate. Some components of
rollover capable roof-rail airbags are
inflator. Gas from the inflator fills the the airbag module may be hot for
designed to help reduce the risk of
airbag causing the bag to break out several minutes. For location of the
full or partial ejection in rollover
of the cover. The inflator, the airbag, airbags, see Where Are the
events, although no system can
and related hardware are all part of Airbags? 0 84.
prevent all such ejections.
the airbag module.
But airbags would not help in many The parts of the airbag that come
For airbag locations, see Where Are into contact with you may be warm,
types of collisions, primarily
the Airbags? 0 84. but not too hot to touch. There may
because the occupant's motion is
not toward those airbags. See When be some smoke and dust coming
How Does an Airbag Should an Airbag Inflate? 0 86. from the vents in the deflated
Restrain? airbags. Airbag inflation does not
Airbags should never be regarded prevent the driver from seeing out of
In moderate to severe frontal or as anything more than a supplement the windshield or being able to steer
near frontal collisions, even belted to seat belts. the vehicle, nor does it prevent
occupants can contact the steering people from leaving the vehicle.
wheel or the instrument panel. In
moderate to severe side collisions,
even belted occupants can contact
the inside of the vehicle.
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off and then on again, the fuel In many crashes severe enough to
{ Warning system will return to normal inflate the airbag, windshields are
operation; the doors can be locked, broken by vehicle deformation.
When an airbag inflates, there the interior lamps can be turned off, Additional windshield breakage may
may be dust in the air. This dust and the hazard warning flashers can also occur from the front outboard
could cause breathing problems be turned off using the controls for passenger airbag.
for people with a history of those features. If any of these . Airbags are designed to inflate
asthma or other breathing trouble. systems are damaged in the crash
To avoid this, everyone in the only once. After an airbag
they may not operate as normal. inflates, you will need some new
vehicle should get out as soon as
parts for the airbag system.
it is safe to do so. If you have
breathing problems but cannot
{ Warning If you do not get them, the
airbag system will not be there
get out of the vehicle after an A crash severe enough to inflate to help protect you in another
airbag inflates, then get fresh air the airbags may have also crash. A new system will include
by opening a window or a door. damaged important functions in airbag modules and possibly
If you experience breathing the vehicle, such as the fuel other parts. The service manual
problems following an airbag system, brake and steering for the vehicle covers the need
deployment, you should seek systems, etc. Even if the vehicle to replace other parts.
medical attention. appears to be drivable after a . The vehicle has a crash sensing
moderate crash, there may be and diagnostic module which
The vehicle has a feature that may concealed damage that could records information after a
automatically unlock the doors, turn make it difficult to safely operate crash. See Vehicle Data
on the interior lamps and hazard the vehicle. Recording and Privacy 0 368
warning flashers, and shut off the Use caution if you should attempt and Event Data Recorders
fuel system after the airbags inflate. to restart the engine after a crash 0 368.
The feature may also activate, has occurred. . Let only qualified technicians
without airbag inflation, after an work on the airbag systems.
event that exceeds a predetermined Improper service can mean that
threshold. After turning the ignition
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an airbag system will not work certain conditions. No other airbag
properly. See your dealer for is affected by the passenger { Warning
service. sensing system.
A child in a rear-facing child
The passenger sensing system restraint can be seriously injured
Passenger Sensing works with sensors that are part of or killed if the passenger frontal
System the front outboard passenger seat airbag inflates. This is because
and seat belt. The sensors are the back of the rear-facing child
The vehicle has a passenger
designed to detect the presence of restraint would be very close to
sensing system for the front
a properly seated occupant and
outboard passenger position. The the inflating airbag. A child in a
determine if the front outboard
passenger airbag status indicator forward-facing child restraint can
passenger frontal airbag should be
will light on the overhead console be seriously injured or killed if the
allowed to inflate or not.
when the vehicle is started. passenger frontal airbag inflates
According to accident statistics, and the passenger seat is in a
children are safer when properly forward position.
secured in a rear seat in the correct
child restraint for their weight Even if the passenger sensing
and size. system has turned off the
passenger frontal airbag, no
Whenever possible, children aged
system is fail-safe. No one can
12 and under should be secured in
a rear seating position. guarantee that an airbag will not
The words ON and OFF will be deploy under some unusual
visible during the system check. Never put a rear-facing child seat in circumstance, even though the
When the system check is the front. This is because the risk to airbag is turned off.
complete, either the word ON or the rear-facing child is so great,
OFF will be visible. See Passenger if the airbag inflates. Never put a rear-facing child
Airbag Status Indicator 0 137. restraint in the front seat, even if
the airbag is off. If securing a
The passenger sensing system
turns off the front outboard forward-facing child restraint in
passenger frontal airbag under (Continued)
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the OFF indicator will light and stay
Warning (Continued) lit as a reminder that the airbag is { Warning
off. See Passenger Airbag Status
the front outboard passenger Indicator 0 137. If the airbag readiness light ever
seat, always move the seat as far comes on and stays on, it means
back as it will go. It is better to The passenger sensing system is that something may be wrong
secure child restraints in the rear designed to turn on the front with the airbag system. To help
seat. Consider using another outboard passenger frontal airbag avoid injury to yourself or others,
vehicle to transport the child anytime the system senses that a have the vehicle serviced right
person of adult size is sitting
when a rear seat is not available. away. See Airbag Readiness
properly in the front outboard
Light 0 136 for more information,
passenger seat.
The passenger sensing system is including important safety
When the passenger sensing information.
designed to turn off the front system has allowed the airbag to be
outboard passenger frontal airbag if: enabled, the ON indicator will light
. The front outboard passenger and stay lit as a reminder that the If the On Indicator Is Lit for a
seat is unoccupied. airbag is active. Child Restraint
. The system determines an infant For some children, including The passenger sensing system is
is present in a child restraint. children in child restraints, and for designed to turn off the front
. A front outboard passenger very small adults, the passenger outboard passenger frontal airbag if
sensing system may or may not turn the system determines that an infant
takes his/her weight off of the
off the front outboard passenger is present in a child restraint. If a
seat for a period of time.
frontal airbag, depending upon the child restraint has been installed
. There is a critical problem with person's seating posture and body and the ON indicator is lit:
the airbag system or the build. Everyone in the vehicle who 1. Turn the vehicle off.
passenger sensing system. has outgrown child restraints should
wear a seat belt properly — whether 2. Remove the child restraint from
When the passenger sensing
or not there is an airbag for that the vehicle.
system has turned off the front
outboard passenger frontal airbag, person.
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3. Remove any additional items 5. If, after reinstalling the child If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an
from the seat such as blankets, restraint and restarting the Adult-Sized Occupant
cushions, seat covers, seat vehicle, the ON indicator is still
heaters, or seat massagers. lit, turn the vehicle off. Then
4. Reinstall the child restraint slightly recline the vehicle
following the directions seatback and adjust the seat
provided by the child restraint cushion, if adjustable, to make
manufacturer and refer to sure that the vehicle seatback
Securing Child Restraints (With is not pushing the child
the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat) restraint into the seat cushion.
0 110 or Securing Child Also make sure the child
Restraints (With the Seat Belt restraint is not trapped under
in the Front Seat) 0 112. the vehicle head restraint.
Make sure the seat belt If this happens, adjust the head
retractor is locked by pulling restraint. See Head Restraints
the shoulder belt all the way 0 61. If a person of adult size is sitting in
out of the retractor when 6. Restart the vehicle. the front outboard passenger seat,
installing the child restraint, but the OFF indicator is lit, it could
The passenger sensing system may
even if the child restraint is be because that person is not sitting
or may not turn off the airbag for a
equipped with a seat belt lock properly in the seat or that the child
child in a child restraint depending
off. When the retractor lock is restraint locking feature is engaged.
upon the child’s size. It is better to
set, the belt can be tightened Use the following steps to allow the
secure the child restraint in a rear
but not pulled out of the system to detect that person and
seat. Never put a rear-facing child
retractor. enable the front outboard passenger
restraint in the front seat, even if the
frontal airbag:
ON indicator is not lit.
1. Turn the vehicle off.
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2. Remove any additional material A thick layer of additional material,
from the seat, such as { Warning such as a blanket or cushion,
blankets, cushions, seat or aftermarket equipment such as
covers, seat heaters, or seat If the front outboard passenger seat covers, seat heaters, and seat
massagers. airbag is turned off for an massagers can affect how well the
adult-sized occupant, the airbag passenger sensing system
3. Place the seatback in the fully will not be able to inflate and help
upright position. operates. We recommend that you
protect that person in a crash, not use seat covers or other
4. Have the person sit upright in resulting in an increased risk of aftermarket equipment except when
the seat, centered on the seat serious injury or even death. An approved by GM for your specific
cushion, with legs comfortably adult-sized occupant should not vehicle. See Adding Equipment to
extended. ride in the front outboard the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 93
5. If the shoulder portion of the passenger seat, if the passenger for more information about
belt is pulled out all the way, airbag OFF indicator is lit. modifications that can affect how
the child restraint locking the system operates.
feature will be engaged. This Additional Factors Affecting The ON indicator may be lit if an
may unintentionally cause the object, such as a briefcase,
System Operation
passenger sensing system to handbag, grocery bag, laptop,
turn the airbag off for some Seat belts help keep the passenger or other electronic device, is put on
adult-sized occupants. If this in position on the seat during an unoccupied seat. If this is not
happens, unbuckle the belt, let vehicle maneuvers and braking, desired, remove the object from
the belt go back all the way, which helps the passenger sensing the seat.
and then buckle the belt again system maintain the passenger
airbag status. See “Seat Belts” and
without pulling the belt out all
the way. “Child Restraints” in the Index for
{ Warning
additional information about the Stowing articles under the
6. Restart the vehicle and have
importance of proper restraint use. passenger seat or between the
the person remain in this
position for two to three minutes passenger seat cushion and
after the ON indicator is lit. (Continued)
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. Front seats, including stitching,
Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) seams or zippers
seatback may interfere with the are close to an airbag when it . Seat belts
proper operation of the passenger inflates. Avoid yellow connectors. . Steering wheel, instrument
sensing system. They are probably part of the panel, overhead console, ceiling
airbag system. Be sure to follow trim, or pillar garnish trim
proper service procedures, and .
Servicing the make sure the person performing
Inner door seals, including
speakers
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle work for you is qualified to do so.
Your dealer and the service manual
Airbags affect how the vehicle have information about the location
should be serviced. There are parts Adding Equipment to the of the airbag modules and sensors,
of the airbag system in several sensing and diagnostic module, and
places around the vehicle. Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
airbag wiring along with the proper
dealer and the service manual have Adding accessories that change the replacement procedures.
information about servicing the vehicle's frame, bumper system,
vehicle and the airbag system. To height, front end, or side sheet In addition, the vehicle has a
purchase a service manual, see metal may keep the airbag system passenger sensing system for the
Publication Ordering Information from working properly. front outboard passenger position,
0 366. which includes sensors that are part
The operation of the airbag system of the passenger's seat. The
can also be affected by changing,
{ Warning including improperly repairing or
passenger sensing system may not
operate properly if the original seat
replacing, any parts of the following: trim is replaced with non-GM
For up to 10 seconds after the
vehicle is turned off and the . Airbag system, including airbag covers, upholstery, or trim, or with
battery is disconnected, an airbag modules, front or side impact GM covers, upholstery, or trim
can still inflate during improper sensors, sensing and diagnostic designed for a different vehicle. Any
service. You can be injured if you module, airbag wiring, or front object, such as an aftermarket seat
center console heater or a comfort enhancing pad
(Continued) or device, installed under or on top
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of the seat fabric, could also Airbag System Check Replacing Airbag System
interfere with the operation of the
passenger sensing system. This The airbag system does not need Parts after a Crash
could either prevent proper regularly scheduled maintenance or
deployment of the passenger replacement. Make sure the airbag
readiness light is working. See
{ Warning
airbag(s) or prevent the passenger
sensing system from properly Airbag Readiness Light 0 136. A crash can damage the airbag
turning off the passenger airbag(s). systems in the vehicle.
See Passenger Sensing System Caution A damaged airbag system may
0 89. not properly protect you and your
If an airbag covering is damaged, passenger(s) in a crash, resulting
If the vehicle has rollover roof-rail
opened, or broken, the airbag in serious injury or even death. To
airbags, see Different Size Tires
may not work properly. Do not help make sure the airbag
and Wheels 0 312 for additional
important information. open or break the airbag systems are working properly
coverings. If there are any after a crash, have them
If the vehicle must be modified opened or broken airbag inspected and any necessary
because you have a disability and coverings, have the airbag replacements made as soon as
you have questions about whether covering and/or airbag module possible.
the modifications will affect the replaced. For the location of the
vehicle's airbag system, or if you airbags, see Where Are the
have questions about whether the If an airbag inflates, you will need to
Airbags? 0 84. See your dealer replace airbag system parts. See
airbag system will be affected if the
for service. your dealer for service.
vehicle is modified for any other
reason, call Customer Assistance. If the airbag readiness light stays on
See Customer Assistance Offices after the vehicle is started or comes
0 358. on when you are driving, the airbag
system may not work properly. Have
the vehicle serviced right away. See
Airbag Readiness Light 0 136.
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. Q: What is the proper way to
Child Restraints Sit all the way back on the seat.
Do the knees bend at the seat wear seat belts?
edge? If yes, continue. If no,
Older Children return to the booster seat.
A: An older child should wear a
lap-shoulder belt and get the
. Buckle the lap-shoulder belt. additional restraint a shoulder
Does the shoulder belt rest on belt can provide. The shoulder
the shoulder? If yes, continue. belt should not cross the face or
If no, try using the rear seat belt neck. The lap belt should fit
comfort guide, if available. See snugly below the hips, just
“Rear Seat Belt Comfort Guides” touching the top of the thighs.
under Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 78. This applies belt force to the
If a comfort guide is not child's pelvic bones in a crash.
available, or if the shoulder belt It should never be worn over the
still does not rest on the abdomen, which could cause
shoulder, then return to the severe or even fatal internal
booster seat. injuries in a crash.
. Does the lap belt fit low and Also see “Rear Seat Belt Comfort
Older children who have outgrown
snug on the hips, touching the Guides” under Lap-Shoulder Belt
booster seats should wear the
thighs? If yes, continue. If no, 0 78.
vehicle’s seat belts.
return to the booster seat. According to accident statistics,
The manufacturer instructions that . Can proper seat belt fit be children are safer when properly
come with the booster seat state the
maintained for the length of the restrained in a rear seating position.
weight and height limitations for that
trip? If yes, continue. If no, In a crash, children who are not
booster. Use a booster seat with a
return to the booster seat. buckled up can strike other people
lap-shoulder belt until the child
passes the fit test below: who are buckled up, or can be
thrown out of the vehicle. Older
children need to use seat belts
properly.
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{ Warning { Warning
Never allow more than one child Never allow a child to wear the
to wear the same seat belt. The seat belt with the shoulder belt
seat belt cannot properly spread behind their back. A child can be
the impact forces. In a crash, they seriously injured by not wearing
can be crushed together and the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a
seriously injured. A seat belt must crash, the child would not be
be used by only one person at restrained by the shoulder belt.
a time. The child could move too far
forward increasing the chance of
head and neck injury. The child
might also slide under the lap Infants and Young
belt. The belt force would then be Children
applied right on the abdomen.
That could cause serious or fatal Everyone in a vehicle needs
protection! This includes infants and
injuries. The shoulder belt should
all other children. Neither the
go over the shoulder and across
distance traveled nor the age and
the chest. size of the traveler changes the
need, for everyone, to use safety
restraints. In fact, the law in every
state in the United States and in
every Canadian province says
children up to some age must be
restrained while in a vehicle.
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appropriate child restraints. Neither
{ Warning the vehicle’s seat belt system nor its
airbag system is designed for them.
Children can be seriously injured
or strangled if a shoulder belt is Children who are not restrained
wrapped around their neck. The properly can strike other people,
shoulder belt can tighten but or can be thrown out of the vehicle.
cannot be loosened if it is locked.
The shoulder belt locks when it is { Warning
pulled all the way out of the
retractor. It unlocks when the Never hold an infant or a child
shoulder belt is allowed to go all while riding in a vehicle. Due to
the way back into the retractor, crash forces, an infant or a child
will become so heavy it is not
but it cannot do this if it is
possible to hold it during a crash.
{ Warning
wrapped around a child’s neck.
If the shoulder belt is locked and For example, in a crash at only Children who are up against,
tightened around a child’s neck, 40 km/h (25 mph), a 5.5 kg (12 lb) or very close to, any airbag when
the only way to loosen the belt is infant will suddenly become a it inflates can be seriously injured
to cut it. 110 kg (240 lb) force on a person's or killed. Never put a rear-facing
arms. An infant or child should be child restraint in the front
Never leave children unattended secured in an appropriate passenger seat. Secure a
in a vehicle and never allow restraint. rear-facing child restraint in a
children to play with the seat rear seat.
belts.
It is also better to secure a
forward-facing child restraint in a
Every time infants and young rear seat. If a forward-facing child
children ride in vehicles, they should
restraint must be secured in the
have the protection provided by
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Child restraints are devices used to there are many kinds of restraints
Warning (Continued) restrain, seat, or position children in available for children with special
the vehicle and are sometimes needs.
front passenger seat, always called child seats or car seats.
move the front passenger seat as
far back as it will go. There are three basic types of { Warning
child restraints:
If a child restraint is installed in To reduce the risk of neck and
the second row center seat, move . Forward-facing child restraints head injury in a crash, infants and
the second row seat to the . Rear-facing child restraints toddlers should be secured in a
rearward position, whenever rear-facing child restraint until age
. Belt-positioning booster seats
possible, to minimize contact with two, or until they reach the
the front center airbag. The proper child restraint for your maximum height and weight limits
child depends on their size, weight, of their child restraint.
and age, and also on whether the
child restraint is compatible with the
vehicle in which it will be used.
For each type of child restraint, { Warning
there are many different models A young child's hip bones are still
available. When purchasing a child so small that the vehicle's regular
restraint, be sure it is designed to be seat belt may not remain low on
used in a motor vehicle. If it is, the
the hip bones, as it should.
restraint will have a label saying that
Instead, it may settle up around
it meets federal motor vehicle safety
standards. The restraint the child's abdomen. In a crash,
manufacturer's instructions that the belt would apply force on a
come with the restraint state the body area that is unprotected by
weight and height limitations for a any bony structure. This alone
particular child restraint. In addition, could cause serious or fatal
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The harness system holds the infant
Warning (Continued) in place and, in a crash, acts to
keep the infant positioned in the
injuries. To reduce the risk of restraint.
serious or fatal injuries during a
crash, young children should
always be secured in appropriate
child restraints.
Child Restraint Systems
Booster Seats
A belt-positioning booster seat is
used for children who have
outgrown their forward-facing child
Forward-Facing Child Restraint restraint. Boosters are designed to
A forward-facing child restraint improve the fit of the vehicle's seat
provides restraint for the child's belt system until the child is large
body with the harness. enough for the vehicle seat belts to
fit properly without a booster seat.
See the seat belt fit test in Older
Children 0 95.
Rear-Facing Infant Restraint
A rear-facing child restraint provides
restraint with the seating surface
against the back of the infant.
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Securing an Add-On Child When securing an add-on child availability in Canada, check with
Restraint in the Vehicle restraint, refer to the instructions Transport Canada or the Provincial
that come with the restraint which Ministry of Transportation office.
may be on the restraint itself or in a
{ Warning booklet, or both, and to this manual. Securing the Child Within the
The child restraint instructions are Child Restraint
A child can be seriously injured or
killed in a crash if the child important, so if they are not
restraint is not properly secured in available, obtain a replacement { Warning
copy from the manufacturer.
the vehicle. Secure the child A child can be seriously injured or
restraint properly in the vehicle Keep in mind that an unsecured
killed in a crash if the child is not
using the vehicle’s seat belt or child restraint can move around in a
properly secured in the child
LATCH system, following the collision or sudden stop and injure
people in the vehicle. Be sure to restraint. Secure the child
instructions that came with that properly following the instructions
child restraint and the instructions properly secure any child restraint in
the vehicle — even when no child is that came with that child restraint.
in this manual.
in it.
To help reduce the chance of injury, In some areas of the United States Where to Put the
the child restraint must be secured and Canada, Certified Child Restraint
in the vehicle. Child restraints must Passenger Safety Technicians
(CPSTs) are available to inspect According to accident statistics,
be secured in vehicle seats by lap children and infants are safer when
belts or the lap belt portion of a and demonstrate how to correctly
use and install child restraints. In properly restrained in an appropriate
lap-shoulder belt, or by the LATCH child restraint secured in a rear
system. See Lower Anchors and the U.S., refer to the National
Highway Traffic Safety seating position.
Tethers for Children (LATCH
System) 0 102 for more information. Administration (NHTSA) website to Whenever possible, children aged
Children can be endangered in a locate the nearest child safety seat 12 and under should be secured in
crash if the child restraint is not inspection station. For CPST a rear seating position.
properly secured in the vehicle.
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The vehicle is equipped with a front When securing a child restraint with
center airbag in the inboard side of Warning (Continued) the seat belts in a rear seat position,
the driver seat. Even with a front study the instructions that came with
center airbag, a child restraint can Even if the passenger sensing the child restraint to make sure it is
be installed in any second row system has turned off the front compatible with this vehicle.
seating position. passenger frontal airbag, no
system is fail-safe. No one can Child restraints and booster seats
Never put a rear-facing child guarantee that an airbag will not vary considerably in size, and some
restraint in the front. This is because deploy under some unusual may fit in certain seating positions
the risk to the rear-facing child is so better than others.
circumstance, even though it is
great if the airbag deploys. Depending on where you place the
turned off.
child restraint and the size of the
{ Warning Secure rear-facing child restraints
in a rear seat, even if the airbag
child restraint, you may not be able
to access adjacent seat belts or
A child in a rear-facing child is off. If you secure a LATCH anchors for additional
restraint can be seriously injured forward-facing child restraint in passengers or child restraints.
or killed if the front passenger the front seat, always move the Adjacent seating positions should
airbag inflates. This is because front passenger seat as far back not be used if the child restraint
the back of the rear-facing child as it will go. It is better to secure prevents access to or interferes with
restraint would be very close to the child restraint in a rear seat. the routing of the seat belt.
the inflating airbag. A child in a See Passenger Sensing System Wherever a child restraint is
forward-facing child restraint can 0 89 for additional information. installed, be sure to follow the
be seriously injured or killed if the instructions that came with the child
front passenger airbag inflates If a child restraint is installed in a
restraint and secure the child
and the passenger seat is in a second row center seat, move the restraint properly.
forward position. second row seat to the rearward
position, whenever possible, to Keep in mind that an unsecured
(Continued) child restraint can move around in a
minimize contact with the front
center airbag. collision or sudden stop and injure
people in the vehicle. Be sure to
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properly secure any child restraint in Booster seats use the vehicle’s seat See Securing Child Restraints (With
the vehicle — even when no child is belts to secure the child and the the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat)
in it. booster seat. If the manufacturer 0 110 or Securing Child Restraints
recommends that the booster seat (With the Seat Belt in the Front
Lower Anchors and be secured with the LATCH system, Seat) 0 112.
this can be done as long as the
Tethers for Children booster seat can be positioned
Child restraints built after March
(LATCH System) 2014 will be labeled with the
properly and there is no interference specific child weight up to which the
The LATCH system secures a child with the proper positioning of the LATCH system can be used to
restraint during driving or in a crash. lap-shoulder belt on the child. install the restraint.
LATCH attachments on the child Make sure to follow the instructions
restraint are used to attach the child The following explains how to attach
that came with the child restraint, a child restraint with these
restraint to the anchors in the and also the instructions in this
vehicle. The LATCH system is attachments in the vehicle.
manual.
designed to make installation of a Not all vehicle seating positions
child restraint easier. When installing a child restraint with have lower anchors. In this case,
a top tether, you must also use the seat belt must be used (with top
In order to use the LATCH system in either the lower anchors or the seat
your vehicle, you need a child tether where available) to secure
belts to properly secure the child the child restraint. See Securing
restraint that has LATCH restraint. A child restraint must
attachments. LATCH-compatible Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt
never be attached using only the top in the Rear Seat) 0 110 or Securing
rear-facing and forward-facing child tether.
seats can be properly installed Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt
using either the LATCH anchors or The LATCH anchorage system can in the Front Seat) 0 112.
the vehicle’s seat belts. Do not use be used until the combined weight
both the seat belts and the LATCH of the child plus the child restraint is
anchorage system to secure a 29.5 kg (65 lbs). Use the seat belt
rear-facing or forward-facing alone instead of the LATCH
child seat. anchorage system once the
combined weight is more than
29.5 kg (65 lbs).
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Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor Some child restraints with top
tethers are designed for use with or
without the top tether being
attached. Others require 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 your child
restraint.
Lower Anchor and Top Tether
Anchor Locations
Lower anchors (1) are metal bars A top tether (3, 4) is used to secure
built into the vehicle. There are two the top of the child restraint to the
lower anchors for each LATCH vehicle. A top tether anchor is built
seating position that will into the vehicle. The top tether
accommodate a child restraint with attachment hook (2) on the child
lower 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 during
driving or in a crash.
The child restraint may have a
single tether (3) or a dual tether (4). Second Row
Either will have a single attachment
hook (2) to secure the top tether to I : Seating positions with top
the anchor. tether anchors.
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j : Seating positions with two lower the lower anchor symbol on them, The top tether anchors are on the
anchors. near the crease between the rear of the seatback for each
seatback and the seat cushion. seating position in the second row.
Be sure to use an anchor on the
same side of the vehicle as the
seating position where the child
restraint will be placed.
To assist in locating the top tether

anchors, the top tether anchor
symbol is near the anchor.
Third Row
I : Seating positions with top
tether anchors.
Third Row
The top tether anchors are on the
rear of the seatback for each
seating position in the third row.
Be sure to use an anchor on the
To assist in locating the lower Second Row same side of the vehicle as the
anchors, each seating position with seating position where the child
lower anchors has two labels with restraint will be placed.
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Do not secure a child restraint in a
position without a top tether anchor Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued)
if a national or local law requires
that the top tether be attached, or if that came with the child restraint shoulder belt can tighten but
the instructions that come with the and the instructions in this cannot be loosened if it is locked.
child restraint say that the top tether manual. The shoulder belt locks when it is
must be attached. pulled all the way out of the
retractor. It unlocks when the
According to accident statistics, shoulder belt is allowed to go all
children and infants are safer when { Warning the way back into the retractor,
properly restrained in a child
To reduce the risk of serious or but it cannot do this if it is
restraint system or infant restraint
system secured in a rear seating fatal injuries during a crash, do wrapped around a child’s neck.
position. See Where to Put the not attach more than one child If the shoulder belt is locked and
Restraint 0 100 for additional restraint to a single anchor. tightened around a child’s neck,
information. Attaching more than one child the only way to loosen the belt is
restraint to a single anchor could to cut it.
Securing a Child Restraint
cause the anchor or attachment Buckle any unused seat belts
Designed for the LATCH to come loose or even break behind the child restraint so
System during a crash. A child or others children cannot reach them. Pull
could be injured. the shoulder belt all the way out
{ Warning of the retractor to set the lock,
and tighten the belt behind the
A child could be seriously injured
child restraint after the child
or killed in a crash if the child { Warning restraint has been installed.
restraint is not properly attached
to the vehicle using either the Children can be seriously injured
LATCH anchors or the vehicle or strangled if a shoulder belt is
seat belt. Follow the instructions wrapped around their neck. The
(Continued) (Continued)
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If you need to secure more than one 2.2. To access the lower
Caution child restraint in the rear seat, see anchors in the second
Where to Put the Restraint 0 100. row, it may help to recline
Do not let the LATCH the seatback.
attachments rub against the 1. Put the child restraint on the
vehicle’s seat belts. This may seat. If the head restraint Third row seatbacks must
damage these parts. If necessary, interferes with the proper be upright before placing
move buckled seat belts to avoid installation of the child the child restraint on
rubbing the LATCH attachments. restraint, the head restraint the seat.
may be removed. See "Head 2.3. Put the child restraint on
Do not fold the rear seatback Restraint Removal and the seat.
when the seat is occupied. Do not Reinstallation" at the end of
fold the empty rear seat with a this section. 2.4. Attach and tighten the
seat belt buckled. This could lower attachments on the
2. Attach and tighten the lower child restraint to the lower
damage the seat belt or the seat. attachments to the lower
Unbuckle and return the seat belt anchors.
anchors. If the child restraint
to its stowed position, before does not have lower If necessary, adjust the
folding the seat. attachments or the desired angle of the second row
seating position does not have seatback to achieve a
lower anchors, secure the child tight installation. Make
This vehicle is equipped with a front
restraint with the top tether and sure the second row
center airbag in the inboard side of
the seat belts. Refer to your bench seatbacks are
the driver seat. Even with a front
child restraint manufacturer aligned at the same
center airbag, a child restraint can
instructions and the angle.
be installed in any second row
seating position. If a child restraint is instructions in this manual. 3. If the child restraint
installed in a second row center 2.1. Find the lower anchors manufacturer recommends that
seat, move the second row seat to for the desired seating the top tether be attached,
the rearward position, whenever position. attach and tighten the top
possible, to minimize contact with tether to the top tether anchor,
the front center airbag.
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if the vehicle has one. Refer to and route the tether
the child restraint instructions under the head restraint
and the following steps: and in between the head
3.1. Find the top tether restraint posts.
anchor.
3.2. Route, attach, and tighten
the top tether according
to your child restraint
instructions and the If the position you are
following instructions: using does not have a
head restraint and you
are using a dual tether,
route the tether over the
seatback.
If the position you are

using has an adjustable
If the position you are are using a dual tether,
using does not have a raise the head restraint
head restraint and you and route the tether
are using a single tether, around the head restraint
route the tether over the posts.
If the position you are
seatback. using has an adjustable
are using a single tether,
raise the head restraint
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Head Restraint Removal and
Reinstallation
The second row outboard head
restraints can be removed if they
interfere with the proper installation
of the child restraint.
The third row head restraints cannot
be removed.
If the position you are To remove the head restraint:
using has a fixed head
restraint and you are 1. Partially fold the seatback
using a dual tether, route forward. See Rear Seats 0 69
If the position you are for additional information.
using has a fixed head the tether around the
restraint and you are head restraint.
using a single tether, 4. Before placing a child in the
route the tether under the child restraint, make sure it is
head restraint and in securely held in place. To
between the head check, grasp the child restraint
restraint posts or around at the LATCH path and attempt
the outboard side of the to move it side to side and
head restraint. back and forth. There should
be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of
movement, for proper
installation.
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2. Press both buttons on the head To reinstall the head restraint: Replacing LATCH System
restraint posts at the same
time, and pull up on the head
Parts After a Crash
restraint.
3. Store the head restraint in the
{ Warning
cargo area of the vehicle. A crash can damage the LATCH
4. When the child restraint is system in the vehicle. A damaged
removed, reinstall the head LATCH system may not properly
restraint before the seating secure the child restraint,
position is used. resulting in serious injury or even
death in a crash. To help make
{ Warning sure the LATCH system is
working properly after a crash,
With head restraints that are not see your dealer to have the
installed and adjusted properly, 1. Insert the head restraint posts
system inspected and any
there is a greater chance that into the holes in the top of the
seatback. The notches on the necessary replacements made as
occupants will suffer a neck/ soon as possible.
posts must face the driver side
spinal injury in a crash. Do not
of the vehicle.
drive until the head restraints for
2. Push the head restraint down. If the vehicle has the LATCH system
all occupants are installed and
and it was being used during a
adjusted properly. 3. Try to move the head restraint crash, new LATCH system parts
to make sure that it is locked in may be needed.
place.
New parts and repairs may be
necessary even if the LATCH
system was not being used at the
time of the crash.
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Securing Child Restraints Lower Anchors and Tethers for If the head restraint interferes
Children (LATCH System) 0 102 for with the proper installation of
(With the Seat Belt in the top tether anchor locations. the child restraint, the head
Rear Seat) Do not secure a child seat in a restraint may be removed. See
The vehicle is equipped with a front position without a top tether anchor "Head Restraint Removal and
center airbag in the inboard side of if a national or local law requires Reinstallation" under Lower
the driver seat. Even with a front that the top tether be anchored, or if Anchors and Tethers for
center airbag, a child restraint can the instructions that come with the Children (LATCH System).
be installed in any second row child restraint say that the top tether 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run
seating position. If you install a child must be anchored. the lap and shoulder portions
restraint in a second row center of the vehicle's seat belt
In Canada, the law requires that
seat, move the second row seat to through or around the child
forward-facing child restraints have
the rearward position, whenever restraint. The child restraint
a top tether, and that the tether be
possible, to minimize contact with instructions will show you how.
attached.
the front center airbag.
If the child restraint or vehicle seat
When securing a child restraint with
position does not have the LATCH
the seat belts in a rear seat position,
system, you will be using the seat
study the instructions that came with
belt to secure the child restraint.
the child restraint to make sure it is
Be sure to follow the instructions
compatible with this vehicle.
that came with the child restraint.
If the child restraint has the LATCH
If more than one child restraint
system, see Lower Anchors and
needs to be installed in the rear
seat, be sure to read Where to Put
System) 0 102 for how and where to
the Restraint 0 100.
install the child restraint using
LATCH. If a child restraint is 1. Put the child restraint on
secured in the vehicle using a seat the seat.
belt and it uses a top tether, see 3. Push the latch plate into the
buckle until it clicks.
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Position the release button on 6. If the child restraint has a top
the buckle, away from the child tether, follow the child restraint
restraint, so that the seat belt manufacturer's instructions
could be quickly unbuckled if regarding the use of the top
necessary. tether. See Lower Anchors and
System) 0 102.
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
5. To tighten the belt, push down attempt to move it side to side
on the child restraint, pull the and back and forth. When the
shoulder portion of the belt to child restraint is properly
tighten the lap portion of the installed, there should be no
belt, and feed the shoulder belt more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of
back into the retractor. When movement.
4. Pull the shoulder belt all the installing a forward-facing child To remove the child restraint,
way out of the retractor to set restraint, it may be helpful to unbuckle the vehicle seat belt and
the lock. When the retractor use your knee to push down on let it return to the stowed position.
lock is set, the belt can be the child restraint as you If the top tether is attached to a top
tightened but not pulled out of tighten the belt. tether anchor, disconnect it.
the retractor. Try to pull the belt out of the
retractor to make sure the
retractor is locked. If the
retractor is not locked, repeat
Steps 4 and 5.
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If the head restraint was removed, Never put a rear-facing child seat in
reinstall it before the seating the front. This is because the risk to Warning (Continued)
position is used. See "Head the rear-facing child is so great,
Restraint Removal and if the airbag deploys. will not deploy under some
Reinstallation" under Lower Anchors unusual circumstance, even
though it is turned off.
and Tethers for Children (LATCH
System) 0 102 for additional
{ Warning
Secure rear-facing child restraints
information on installing the head A child in a rear-facing child in a rear seat, even if the airbag
restraint properly. restraint can be seriously injured is off. If you secure a
or killed if the front outboard forward-facing child restraint in
Securing Child Restraints passenger frontal airbag inflates. the front outboard passenger
(With the Seat Belt in the This is because the back of the seat, always move the seat as far
Front Seat) rear-facing child restraint would back as it will go. It is better to
be very close to the inflating secure the child restraint in a
This vehicle has airbags. A rear airbag. A child in a forward-facing rear seat.
seat is a safer place to secure a child restraint can be seriously
forward-facing child restraint. See See Passenger Sensing System
injured or killed if the front
Where to Put the Restraint 0 100. 0 89 for additional information.
outboard passenger frontal airbag
In addition, the vehicle has a inflates and the passenger seat is
passenger sensing system which is in a forward position. If the child restraint uses a top
designed to turn off the front tether, see Lower Anchors and
Even if the passenger sensing Tethers for Children (LATCH
outboard passenger frontal airbag
system has turned off the front System) 0 102 for top tether anchor
under certain conditions.
See Passenger Sensing System outboard passenger frontal locations.
0 89 and Passenger Airbag Status airbag, no system is fail-safe. No
one can guarantee that an airbag Do not secure a child seat in a
Indicator 0 137 for more information, position without a top tether anchor
including important safety (Continued) if a national or local law requires
information. that the top tether be anchored, or if
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the instructions that come with the lit when you start the vehicle.
child restraint say that the top tether See Passenger Airbag Status
must be anchored. Indicator 0 137.
In Canada, the law requires that 2. Put the child restraint on
forward-facing child restraints have the seat.
a top tether, and that the tether be 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run
attached. the lap and shoulder portions
When using the lap-shoulder belt to of the vehicle's seat belt
secure the child restraint in this through or around the child
position, follow the instructions that restraint. The child restraint
came with the child restraint and the instructions will show you how.
following instructions:
4. Push the latch plate into the
1. Move the seat as far back as it buckle until it clicks.
will go before securing the
forward-facing child restraint. Position the release button on
Move the seat upward or the the buckle, away from the child
seatback to an upright position, restraint, so that the seat belt
if needed, to get a tight could be quickly unbuckled if
installation of the child necessary.
restraint.
When the passenger sensing
system has turned off the front
outboard passenger frontal
airbag, the OFF indicator on
the passenger airbag status Tilt the latch plate to adjust the
indicator should light and stay belt if needed.
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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.
If the airbag is off, the OFF indicator
5. Pull the shoulder belt all the 6. To tighten the belt, push down in the passenger airbag status
way out of the retractor to set on the child restraint, pull the indicator will come on and stay on
the lock. When the retractor shoulder portion of the belt to when the vehicle is started.
lock is set, the belt can be tighten the lap portion of the If a child restraint has been installed
tightened but not pulled out of belt, and feed the shoulder belt and the ON indicator is lit, see “If
the retractor. back into the retractor. When the On Indicator Is Lit for a Child
installing a forward-facing child Restraint” under Passenger Sensing
restraint, it may be helpful to System 0 89.
use your knee to push down on
the child restraint as you To remove the child restraint,
tighten the belt. unbuckle the vehicle seat belt and
let it return to the stowed position.
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.
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Storage Storage Cupholders
Compartments
Storage Compartments
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . 115 { Warning
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Do not store heavy or sharp
Sunglasses Storage . . . . . . . . . . 116 objects in storage compartments.
Center Console Storage . . . . . . 116 In a crash, these objects may
cause the cover to open and
Additional Storage Features could result in injury.
Cargo Management
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Glove Box
Roof Rack System
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Lift up on the glove box lever to There are cupholders in the center
open it. console. Press the access door
to open.
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116 Storage
Sunglasses Storage Center Console Storage Additional Storage
Features
Cargo Management
System
If equipped, sunglasses storage is The center console has storage

on the overhead console. Press the under the armrest. Pull up on the
fixed button on the cover and latch, and lift to open.
release to access. There is a removable organizer on
top of the storage bin.
Lift the load floor to access the
The center console also has the cargo management system.
following:
. A forward bin
. An open pass through under the
front of the console
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The cargo management system is
used to organize storage in the
cargo area. There are two
convenience hooks that can support
up to 5 kg (11 lb).
After storing items in the cargo
management system, make sure to
properly latch the load floor.
Removal Procedure
To access the spare tire, the cargo
management system must be
The hold open devices on the cargo removed. 3. Lift up on the cargo
bin allow the load floor to remain 1. Open the cargo cover. management system to access
open without removal. the spare tire.
2. Remove the four wing nuts.

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118 Storage
4. The cargo management Roof Rack System
system can be placed on the { Warning
lowered third row seats while
accessing the spare tire. An improperly latched cargo { Warning
cover, or cargo cover left in the
Installation Procedure open position, could separate If something is carried on top of
1. Install the cargo management during a crash or sudden the vehicle that is longer or wider
system in the vehicle. maneuver potentially impacting than the roof rack — like paneling,
vehicle occupants. Someone plywood, or a mattress — the
2. Install the four wing nuts. could be injured. Be sure to return wind can catch it while the vehicle
the cover to the closed position is being driven. The item being
and latch before driving. carried could be violently torn off,
and this could cause a collision
and damage the vehicle. Never
carry something longer or wider
than the roof rack on top of the
vehicle unless using a GM
certified accessory carrier.
If equipped, the roof rack can be

used to load items. For roof racks
that do not have crossrails included,
3. Make sure to properly latch the GM certified crossrails can be
top of the load floor. purchased as an accessory. See
your dealer.
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Storage 119
rack will make the vehicle’s center
Caution of gravity higher. Avoid high speeds,
sudden starts, sharp turns, sudden
Loading cargo on the roof rack braking, or abrupt maneuvers;
that weighs more than 100 kg otherwise it may result in loss of
(220 lb) or hangs over the rear or control. If driving for a long distance,
sides of the vehicle may damage on rough roads, or at high speeds,
the vehicle. Load cargo so that it occasionally stop the vehicle to
rests evenly between the make sure the cargo remains in its
crossrails, making sure to fasten place. Do not exceed the maximum
cargo securely. vehicle capacity when loading the
vehicle. For more information on
vehicle capacity and loading, see
Vehicle Load Limits 0 194.
To prevent damage or loss of cargo

when driving, check to make sure
crossrails and cargo are securely
fastened. Loading cargo on the roof
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120 Instruments and Controls

Door Ajar Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Instruments and Seat Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . . 135
Airbag Readiness Light . . . . . . . 136
Information Displays
Controls Passenger Airbag Status
Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Driver Information Center (DIC)
Charging System Light . . . . . . . 137 (Base Level) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Malfunction Indicator Lamp Driver Information Center (DIC)
Controls (Uplevel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . 121 (Check Engine Light) . . . . . . . . 138
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . 121 Brake System Warning Vehicle Messages
Heated Steering Wheel . . . . . . . 121 Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Electric Parking Brake Engine Power Messages . . . . . 152
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . 122 Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Vehicle Speed Messages . . . . . 152
Rear Window Wiper/ Service Electric Parking Brake
Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 Vehicle Personalization
Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 152
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Universal Remote System
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Universal Remote System . . . . 161
Wireless Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Vehicle Ahead Indicator . . . . . . 142 Universal Remote System
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Pedestrian Ahead Indicator . . . 142 Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
Indicators Traction Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 Universal Remote System
Warning Lights, Gauges, and StabiliTrak OFF Light . . . . . . . . . 142 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Traction Control System (TCS)/
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 StabiliTrak Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Tire Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Engine Oil Pressure Light . . . . 144
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . 144
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Security Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Fuel Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . 145
Engine Coolant Temperature Lamps On Reminder . . . . . . . . . 145
Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Cruise Control Light . . . . . . . . . . 145
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Controls Do not adjust the steering wheel Steering Wheel Controls
while driving.
The infotainment system can be
Steering Wheel Power Tilt and Telescoping operated by using the steering
Adjustment Steering Wheel wheel controls. See “Steering Wheel
Controls” in the infotainment
manual.
Heated Steering Wheel
To adjust the steering wheel,

To adjust the steering wheel:
if equipped:
1. Pull the lever down.
Press the control up or down to tilt
2. Move the steering wheel up the steering wheel up or down.
or down.
Press the control forward or ( : If equipped, press to turn on or
3. Pull or push the steering wheel rearward to move the steering wheel off. A light near the button displays
closer or away from you. closer or away from you. when the feature is turned on.
4. Pull the lever up to lock the Do not adjust the steering wheel The steering wheel takes about
steering wheel in place. while driving. three minutes to start heating.
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Automatic Heated Steering Wheel Windshield Wiper/Washer INT : Move the windshield wiper
If equipped with remote start, the lever to INT. Turn the band up for
heated steering wheel will turn on more frequent wipes or down for
automatically during a remote start less frequent wipes.
along with the heated seats when it OFF : Use to turn the wipers off.
is cold outside. The heated steering 1X : For a single wipe, briefly move
wheel indicator light may not the wiper lever down. For several
come on. wipes, hold the wiper lever down.
If equipped with auto heated seats, f : Pull the windshield wiper
the heated steering wheel will turn lever toward you to spray windshield
on when the auto heated seat is washer fluid and activate the
activated. The heated steering With the ignition on or in ACC/
ACCESSORY, move the windshield windshield wipers. The wipers will
wheel indicator will follow the state continue until the lever is released
of the steering wheel heat. wiper lever to select the wiper
speed. or the maximum wash time is
See Heated and Ventilated Front reached. When the windshield wiper
Seats 0 67 and Vehicle HI : Use for fast wipes. lever is released, additional wipes
Personalization 0 152. LO : Use for slow wipes. may occur depending on how long
the windshield washer had been
Horn activated. See Washer Fluid 0 277
for information on filling the
Press a on the steering wheel pad windshield washer fluid reservoir.
to sound the horn.
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If the ignition is turned off while the Rear Window Wiper/
{ Warning wipers are performing wipes due to
Washer
windshield washing, the wipers
In freezing weather, do not use continue to run until they reach the
the washer until the windshield is base of the windshield.
warmed. Otherwise the washer
fluid can form ice on the Rear Camera Washer
windshield, blocking your vision.
Clear snow and ice from the wiper

blades and windshield before using
them. If frozen to the windshield,
carefully loosen or thaw them.
The rear window wiper/washer
Damaged blades should be
controls are on the end of the
replaced. See Wiper Blade
windshield wiper lever.
Replacement 0 282.
Turn the controls to adjust the
Heavy snow or ice can overload the If equipped, push the windshield setting.
wiper motor. See Electrical System wiper lever forward to spray washer
Overload 0 286. fluid on the rear camera lens. The OFF : Turns the wiper off.
Wiper Parking lever returns to its starting position INT : Turns on the rear wiper with a
when released. See Rear Camera delay between wipes.
If the ignition is turned off while the Mirror 0 53.
wipers are on LO, HI, or INT, they ON : Turns on the rear wiper.
will immediately stop. 1 : Push the windshield wiper
If the windshield wiper lever is then lever forward to spray washer fluid
moved to OFF before the driver on the rear window. The wipers will
door is opened or within 10 minutes, clear the rear window and either
the wipers will restart and move to
the base of the windshield.
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stop or return to your preset speed. windshield wiper is performing low needing a signal from the GPS
For more washer cycles, press and or high speed wipes. If the rear satellites. When the compass
hold the lever. wiper control is off, the vehicle is in display shows CAL, drive the
The rear window wiper/washer will R (Reverse), and the front vehicle for a short distance in an
not operate if the liftgate is open or windshield wiper is performing open area where it can receive a
ajar. If the liftgate is opened while interval wipes, then the rear wiper GPS signal. The compass system
the rear wiper is on, the wiper automatically performs interval will automatically determine when a
returns to the parked position and wipes. GPS signal is restored and provide
stops. This feature can be turned on or off. a heading again.
See Vehicle Personalization 0 152.
Rear Wiper Arm Assembly Clock
Protection The windshield washer reservoir is
used for the windshield and the rear The infotainment system controls
When using an automatic car wash, window. Check the fluid level in the are used to access the time and
move the rear wiper control to OFF reservoir if either washer is not date settings through the menu
to disable the rear wiper. In some working. See Washer Fluid 0 277. system. See “Home Page” in the
vehicles, if the transmission is in infotainment manual for information
N (Neutral) and the vehicle speed is about how to use the menu system.
very slow, the rear wiper will Compass
automatically park. The vehicle may have a compass Setting the Clock
The wiper operations return to display on the Driver Information Time
normal when the transmission is no Center (DIC). The compass receives
its heading and other information To set the time:
longer in N (Neutral) or the vehicle
speed has increased. from the Global Positioning 1. From the Home Page, touch
System (GPS) antenna, StabiliTrak/ the SETTINGS screen button,
Reverse Gear Wipes Electronic Stability Control (ESC), then touch Time and Date.
If the rear wiper control is off, the and vehicle speed information.
rear wiper will automatically operate The compass system is designed to
continuously when the vehicle is in operate for a certain number of
R (Reverse) and the front miles or degrees of turn before
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2. Touch Set Time, then touch y To set auto set: 2. Touch Clock Display, then
select Off or On.
or z to increase or decrease 1. Touch the SETTINGS screen
hours or minutes, and change button, then touch Time 3. Touch [ Back to go back to the
AM or PM. and Date. previous menu.
3. Touch 12-24 Hr for a 12 or 2. Touch Set Time or Set Date.
24 hour clock. 3. Touch Auto Set, then select Power Outlets
4. Touch [ Back to go back to the On-Cell Network or Off-Manual Power Outlets 12-Volt Direct
to manually set the time Current
previous menu.
and date.
Date The vehicle has two 12-volt outlets
4. Touch [ Back to go back to the that can be used to plug in electrical
To set the date: previous menu. equipment, such as a cell phone or
1. Touch the SETTINGS screen MP3 player.
If auto set is on, the time displayed
button, then touch Time on the clock may not update
and Date. immediately when driving into a new
2. Touch Set Date, then touch y time zone.
or z to increase or decrease Auto set requires an active OnStar
month, day, or year. or connected service plan.
3. Touch [ Back to go back to the Clock Display

previous menu. When on, the digital clock will
display on the infotainment screen.
Auto Set
To set the clock display:
When on, the time and date will
automatically update. 1. Touch the SETTINGS screen
button, then touch Time
and Date.
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The power outlets are located: Power Outlet 110V/120V
Caution (Continued) Alternating Current
. Under the front of the center
console. use and do not plug in equipment If equipped with this power outlet it
. In the rear cargo area. that exceeds the maximum can be used to plug in electrical
15 amp rating. equipment that uses a maximum
Lift the cover to access the outlet limit of 150 watts.
and replace when not in use.
Certain accessory plugs may not be
{ Warning compatible with the accessory
power outlet and could overload
Power is always supplied to the vehicle and adapter fuses. If a
rear cargo power outlet. Do not problem is experienced, see your
leave electrical equipment dealer.
plugged in when the vehicle is not When adding electrical equipment,
in use because the vehicle could be sure to follow the proper
catch fire and cause injury or installation instructions included with
death. the equipment. See Add-On
Electrical Equipment 0 262.
Caution The power outlet is on the rear of

Caution
the center console.
Hanging heavy equipment from
Leaving electrical equipment An indicator light on the outlet turns
the power outlet can cause
plugged in for an extended period on to show it is in use. The light
damage not covered by the
of time while the ignition is off will comes on when the ignition is on,
vehicle warranty. The power
drain the battery. Always unplug equipment requiring less than 150
outlets are designed for
electrical equipment when not in watts is plugged into the outlet, and
accessory power plugs only, such
(Continued) as cell phone charge cords. no system fault is detected.
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The indicator light does not come on microcomputer-controlled The vehicle must be on, in ACC/
when the ignition is off or if the electric blankets and touch ACCESSORY, or Retained
equipment is not fully seated into sensor lamps Accessory Power (RAP) must be
the outlet. . Medical equipment active. The wireless charging
If equipment is connected using feature may not correctly indicate
charging when the vehicle is in RAP.
more than 150 watts or a system Wireless Charging See Retained Accessory Power
fault is detected, a protection circuit
shuts off the power supply and the If equipped, the vehicle has wireless (RAP) 0 203.
indicator light turns off. To reset the charging in the storage bin at the The operating temperature is −20 °C
circuit, unplug the item and plug it front of the floor console. The (−4 °F) to 60 °C (140 °F) for the
back in or turn the Retained system operates at 145 kHz and charging system and 0 °C (32 °F) to
Accessory Power (RAP) off and wirelessly charges one Qi 35 °C (95 °F) for the smartphone.
then back on. See Retained compatible smartphone. The power
output of the system is capable of
Accessory Power (RAP) 0 203. The
power restarts when equipment charging at a rate up to 3 amp { Warning
using 150 watts or less is plugged (15W), as requested by the
Remove all objects from the
into the outlet and a system fault is compatible smartphone. See Radio
charging pad before charging
not detected. Frequency Statement 0 366.
your compatible smartphone.
The power outlet is not designed for Objects, such as coins, keys,
and may not work properly, if the { Warning rings, paper clips, or cards,
following are plugged in: Wireless charging can affect the between the smartphone and
. Equipment with high initial peak operation of an implanted charging pad will become very
wattage, such as pacemaker or other medical hot. On the rare occasion that the
compressor-driven refrigerators devices. If you have one, it is charging system does not detect
and electric power tools recommended to consult with an object, and the object gets
your doctor before using the wedged between the smartphone
. Other equipment requiring an
wireless charging system. and charger, remove the
extremely stable power supply,
such as (Continued)
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To maximize the charge rate, (as are included following this
Warning (Continued) ensure the smartphone is fully notice) for the terms and conditions
seated and centered in the of their use.
smartphone and allow the object holder with nothing under it.
to cool before removing it from A thick smartphone case may OSS Notice Information
the charging pad, to prevent prevent the wireless charger To obtain the source code that is
burns. from working, or may reduce contained in this product, please
the charging performance. See visit http://opensource.lge.com. In
your dealer for additional addition to the source code, all
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3. The $ will appear on the V on are available for download. LG
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indicates that the smartphone source code to you on CD-ROM for
is properly positioned and a charge covering the cost of
charging. If a smartphone is performing such distribution (such
placed on the charging pad as the cost of media, shipping, and
and $ does not display, remove handling) upon email request to
the smartphone from the pad, opensource@lge.com. This offer is
turn it 180 degrees, and wait valid for three (3) years from the
three seconds before placing/ date on which you purchased the
aligning the smartphone on the product.
To charge a compatible smartphone:
pad again.
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charging pad. The system may Software Acknowledgements Copyright (c) 2012-2014 Freescale
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Instrument Cluster
Base Level English, Metric Similar

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Uplevel English Standard Theme, Metric Similar

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Cluster Menu . Info App. This is where the If there is an active call, mute the
selected Driver Information phone or switch to handset
There is an interactive display area
Center (DIC) displays can be operation.
in the center of the instrument
viewed. See Driver Information
cluster. Navigation
Center (DIC) (Base Level) 0 146
or Driver Information Center Press V to select the Navigation
(DIC) (Uplevel) 0 149.
app, then press k to enter the
. Audio Navigation menu. If there is no
. Phone active route, you can resume the
last route and turn the voice
. Navigation prompts on/off. If there is an active
. Options route, press V to cancel or resume
Audio route guidance or turn the voice
prompts on or off.
Press V to select the Audio app,
Options
then press k to enter the Audio
menu. In the Audio menu browse for Press V to select the Options app,
Use the right steering wheel control music, select from the favorites, then press k to enter the Options
to open and scroll through the or change the audio source. Use l
different items and displays. menu. Use l or g to scroll
or g to change the station or go to through items in the Options menu.
Press h to access the cluster the next or previous track.
Units : Press k while Units is
applications. Use l or g to scroll Phone displayed to enter the Units menu.
through the list of available Choose English, Imperial, or metric
applications. Not all applications will Press V to select the Phone app,
be available on all vehicles. units by pressing V while the
then press k to enter the Phone desired item is highlighted.
menu. In the Phone menu, if there is A checkmark will be displayed next
no active phone call, view recent to the selected item.
calls, or scroll through contacts.
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Display Themes (Uplevel) : There Once the speed is set, this feature The trip odometer is accessed and
are two instrument cluster display can be turned off by pressing V reset through the Driver Information
configurations to choose from: Sport while viewing this page. If the Center (DIC). See Driver
and Touring. selected speed limit is exceeded, a Information Center (DIC) (Base
pop-up warning is displayed with a Level) 0 146 or Driver Information
Info Pages : Press k while Info Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 149.
Pages is displayed to enter the Info chime.
Pages menu and select the items to Software Information : Displays Tachometer
be displayed in the Info app. open source software information.
See Driver Information Center (DIC) The tachometer displays the engine
(Base Level) 0 146 or Driver Speedometer speed in revolutions per
Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) minute (rpm).
0 149. The speedometer shows the
vehicle's speed in either kilometers For vehicles with the Stop/Start
Speed Warning : The Speed per hour (km/h) or miles per system, when the ignition is on, the
Warning display allows the driver to hour (mph). tachometer indicates the vehicle
set a speed that they do not want to status. When pointing to AUTO
exceed. To set the Speed Warning Odometer STOP, the engine is off but the
press k when Speed Warning is vehicle is on and can move. The
displayed. The odometer shows how far the engine could auto start at any time.
vehicle has been driven, in either When the indicator points to OFF,
For the Base Level Cluster, press kilometers or miles. the vehicle is off.
l or g to adjust the value. Press
V to set the speed. When the engine is on, the
Trip Odometer tachometer will indicate the engine’s
For the Uplevel Cluster, scroll to set The trip odometer shows how far revolutions per minute (rpm). The
speed and press k. Press l or g the vehicle has been driven since tachometer may vary by several
to adjust the value. Press V to set the trip odometer was last reset. hundred rpm’s, during Auto Stop
the speed. mode, when the engine is shutting
off and restarting.
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Fuel Gauge Here are things that some owners
ask about. None of these show a
problem with the fuel gauge:
. At the service station, the fuel
pump shuts off before the gauge
reads full.
. It takes a little more or less fuel
to fill up than the gauge
indicated. For example, the
gauge indicated the tank was
half full, but it actually took a
little more or less than half the
English Uplevel
tank's capacity to fill the tank.
English Base Level, Metric Similar When the ignition is on, the fuel . The gauge moves a little while
gauge indicates about how much
turning a corner or speeding up.
fuel is left in the tank.
. The gauge takes a few seconds
An arrow on the fuel gauge
to stabilize after the ignition is
indicates the side of the vehicle the
turned on, and goes back to
fuel door is on.
empty when the ignition is
When the indicator nears empty, the turned off.
low fuel light comes on. There is a
small amount of fuel left, but the fuel
tank should be filled soon.
Metric Uplevel
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Engine Coolant If the pointer moves toward the
warning area at the high end of the
Temperature Gauge gauge, the engine is too hot.
If the engine coolant has
overheated and the vehicle has
been operating under normal driving
conditions, pull off the road, stop the
vehicle, and turn off the engine as
soon as possible. See Engine
Overheating 0 276.
Seat Belt Reminders

Metric Uplevel
Driver Seat Belt Reminder
Light
English Base Level, Metric Similar
There is a driver seat belt reminder
light on the instrument cluster.
When the vehicle is started, this

English Uplevel light flashes and a chime may come
on to remind the driver to fasten
This gauge shows the engine
their seat belt. Then the light stays
coolant temperature.
on solid until the belt is buckled.
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This cycle may continue several the passenger remains or becomes
times if the driver remains or unbuckled while the vehicle is
becomes unbuckled while the moving.
vehicle is moving. If the passenger seat belt is
If the driver seat belt is buckled, buckled, neither the chime nor the
neither the light nor the chime light comes on.
comes on. The airbag readiness light comes on
The front passenger seat belt
for several seconds when the
Passenger Seat Belt Reminder reminder light and chime may turn
vehicle is started. If the light does
Light on if an object is put on the seat
not come on then, have it fixed
such as a briefcase, handbag,
There is a passenger seat belt immediately.
grocery bag, laptop, or other
reminder light near the passenger electronic device. To turn off the
airbag status indicator. See reminder light and/or chime, remove { Warning
Passenger Sensing System 0 89. the object from the seat or buckle
the seat belt. If the airbag readiness light stays
on after the vehicle is started or
comes on while driving, it means
Airbag Readiness Light the airbag system might not be
This light shows if there is an working properly. The airbags in
electrical problem with the airbag the vehicle might not inflate in a
system. The system check includes crash, or they could even inflate
the airbag sensor(s), the passenger without a crash. To help avoid
When the vehicle is started, this
sensing system, the pretensioners, injury, have the vehicle serviced
light flashes and a chime may come
the airbag modules, the wiring, and right away.
on to remind passengers to fasten
the crash sensing and diagnostic
their seat belt. Then the light stays
module. For more information on the
on solid until the belt is buckled. If there is a problem with the airbag
airbag system, see Airbag System
This cycle continues several times if system, a Driver Information Center
0 82.
(DIC) message may also come on.
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Passenger Airbag Status If the word ON is lit on the
Warning (Continued)
passenger airbag status indicator, it
Indicator means that the front outboard
The vehicle has a passenger passenger frontal airbag is allowed away. See Airbag Readiness
sensing system. See Passenger to inflate. Light 0 136 for more information,
Sensing System 0 89 for important If the word OFF is lit on the including important safety
safety information. The overhead passenger airbag status indicator, it information.
console has a passenger airbag means that the passenger sensing
status indicator. system has turned off the front Charging System Light
outboard passenger frontal airbag.
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.
When the vehicle is started, the
The charging system light comes on
passenger airbag status indicator
will light ON and OFF for several
{ Warning briefly when the ignition is turned
seconds as a system check. Then, on, but the engine is not running, as
If the airbag readiness light ever a check to show the light is working.
after several more seconds, the comes on and stays on, it means The light turns off when the engine
status indicator will light either ON that something may be wrong
or OFF to let you know the status of is started. If it does not, have the
with the airbag system. To help vehicle serviced by your dealer.
the front outboard passenger frontal
avoid injury to yourself or others,
airbag. If the light stays on, or comes on
have the vehicle serviced right
while driving, there may be a
(Continued) problem with the electrical charging
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system. Have it checked by your
dealer. Driving while this light is on Caution
could drain the battery.
Modifications to the engine,
When this light comes on, the Driver transmission, exhaust, intake,
Information Center (DIC) also or fuel system, or the use of
displays a message. replacement tires that do not
Malfunctions are often indicated by
If a short distance must be driven meet the original tire
the system before any problem is
with the light on, be sure to turn off specifications, can cause this light
noticeable. Being aware of the light
all accessories, such as the radio to come on. This could lead to
and seeking service promptly when
and air conditioner. costly repairs not covered by the
it comes on may prevent damage.
vehicle warranty. This could also
Malfunction Indicator affect the vehicle’s ability to pass
Caution
Lamp (Check Engine an Emissions Inspection/
Maintenance test. See
Light) If the vehicle is driven continually
Accessories and Modifications
with this light on, the emission
This light is part of the vehicle’s control system may not work as 0 265.
emission control on-board well, the fuel economy may be
diagnostic system. If this light is on
lower, and the vehicle may not If the light is flashing : A
while the engine is running, a
run smoothly. This could lead to malfunction has been detected that
malfunction has been detected and
the vehicle may require service. The costly repairs that might not be could damage the emission control
light should come on to show that it covered by the vehicle warranty. system and increase vehicle
is working when the ignition is in emissions. Diagnosis and service
Service Mode. See Ignition may be required.
Positions 0 199. To help prevent damage, reduce
vehicle speed and avoid hard
accelerations and uphill grades.
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If towing a trailer, reduce the the atmosphere. A few driving
amount of cargo being hauled as trips with the adapter removed
soon as possible. may turn off the light.
If the light continues to flash, find a . Poor fuel quality can cause
safe place to park. Turn the vehicle inefficient engine operation and
off and wait at least 10 seconds poor driveability, which may go
before restarting the engine. If the away once the engine is warmed The DLC is under the instrument
light is still flashing, follow the up. If this occurs, change the panel to the left of the steering
previous guidelines and see your fuel brand. It may require at wheel. Connecting devices that are
dealer for service as soon as least one full tank of the proper not used to perform an Emissions
possible. fuel to turn the light off. See Inspection/Maintenance test or to
If the light is on steady : A Recommended Fuel 0 247. service the vehicle may affect
malfunction has been detected. If the light remains on, see your vehicle operation. See Add-On
Diagnosis and service may be dealer. Electrical Equipment 0 262. See
required. your dealer if assistance is needed.
Emissions Inspection and
Check the following: The vehicle may not pass
Maintenance Programs inspection if:
. If fuel has been added to the If the vehicle requires an Emissions
vehicle using the capless fuel . The light is on when the engine
Inspection/Maintenance test, the is running.
funnel adapter, make sure that it test equipment will likely connect to
has been removed. See “Filling the vehicle's Data Link . The light does not come on
the Tank with a Portable Gas Connector (DLC). when the ignition is in
Can” under Filling the Tank Service Mode.
0 248. The diagnostic system
. Critical emission control systems
can detect if the adapter has
been left installed in the vehicle, have not been completely
allowing fuel to evaporate into diagnosed. If this happens, the
vehicle would not be ready for
inspection and might require
several days of routine driving
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before the system is ready for Electric Parking Brake
inspection. This can happen if
the 12-volt battery has recently
Light
been replaced or run down, or if
the vehicle has been recently
serviced.
See your dealer if the vehicle will Metric English
not pass or cannot be made ready
This light should come on briefly
for the test. Metric English
when the engine is started. If it does
not come on then, have it fixed so it
Brake System Warning will be ready to warn you if there is This light comes on when the
Light a problem. parking brake is applied. If the light
continues flashing after the parking
The vehicle brake system consists If the light comes on and stays on, brake is released, or while driving,
of two hydraulic circuits. If one there is a brake problem. there is a problem with the Electric
circuit is not working, the remaining Parking Brake system. A message
circuit can still work to stop the
vehicle. For normal braking
{ Warning may also display in the Driver
Information Center (DIC).
performance, both circuits need to The brake system might not be
be working. If the light does not come on,
working properly if the brake or remains flashing, see your dealer.
If the warning light comes on, there system warning light is on.
is a brake problem. Have the brake Driving with the brake system
system inspected right away. warning light on can lead to a
crash. If the light is still on after
the vehicle has been pulled off
the road and carefully stopped,
have the vehicle towed for
service.
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Service Electric Parking Antilock Brake System If both the ABS and the brake
system warning light are on, the
Brake Light (ABS) Warning Light vehicle's antilock brakes are not
functioning and there is a problem
with the regular brakes. See your
dealer for service.
See Brake System Warning Light
0 140.
This light should come on briefly This light comes on briefly when the Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
when starting the vehicle. If it does engine is started. Light
not come on, have it fixed so it will If the light does not come on, have it
be ready to warn if there is a fixed so it will be ready to warn if
problem. there is a problem.
If this light stays on, take the vehicle If the light comes on while driving,
to your dealer as soon as possible. stop as soon as it is safely possible
See the information for the Electric and turn off the vehicle. Then start
Parking Brake under Electric the engine again to reset the
Parking Brake 0 215. A message This light is green if LKA is available
system. If the ABS light stays on,
may also display in the Driver to assist.
or comes on again while driving, the
Information Center (DIC). vehicle needs service. A chime may LKA may assist by gently turning
also sound when the light comes on the steering wheel if the vehicle
steady. approaches a detected lane marking
without using the turn signal in that
If the ABS light is the only light on,
direction. The LKA light will turn
the vehicle has regular brakes, but
amber.
the antilock brakes are not
functioning.
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This light is amber and flashes as a Pedestrian Ahead dealer. If the system is working
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) normally, the indicator light then
alert, to indicate that the lane
Indicator turns off.
marking has been crossed. The traction off light comes on when
See Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 245. the Traction Control System (TCS)
has been turned off by pressing and
Vehicle Ahead Indicator releasing the TCS/StabiliTrak/
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
button.
If equipped, this indicator will This light and the StabiliTrak OFF
display amber when a nearby light come on when StabiliTrak/ESC
pedestrian is detected directly in is turned off.
front of the vehicle. If the TCS is off, wheel speed will
See Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) be limited when necessary to
If equipped, this indicator will System 0 241. protect the driveline from damage.
display green when a vehicle is Adjust driving accordingly.
detected ahead and amber when
you are following a vehicle ahead
Traction Off Light See Traction Control/Electronic
much too closely. Stability Control 0 218.
See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) StabiliTrak OFF Light
System 0 237.
This light comes on briefly while

starting the engine. If it does not,
have the vehicle serviced by your
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This light comes on briefly while This light comes on briefly when the Tire Pressure Light
starting the engine. If it does not, engine is started.
have the vehicle serviced by your If the light does not come on, have
dealer. the vehicle serviced by your dealer.
This light comes on when the If the system is working normally,
StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability the indicator light turns off.
Control (ESC) system is turned off. If the light is on and not flashing, the
If StabiliTrak/ESC is off, the Traction TCS and potentially the StabiliTrak/
Control System (TCS) is also off. ESC system have been disabled. For vehicles with the Tire Pressure
If StabiliTrak/ESC and TCS are off, A Driver Information Center (DIC) Monitor System (TPMS), this light
the system does not assist in message may display. Check the comes on briefly when the engine is
controlling the vehicle. Turn on the DIC messages to determine which started. It provides information
TCS and the StabiliTrak/ESC feature(s) is no longer functioning about tire pressures and the TPMS.
systems, and the warning light and whether the vehicle requires When the Light Is On Steady
turns off. service.
This indicates that one or more of
See Traction Control/Electronic If the light is on and flashing, the the tires are significantly
Stability Control 0 218. TCS and/or the StabiliTrak/ESC underinflated.
system is actively working.
Traction Control System A Driver Information Center (DIC)
See Traction Control/Electronic tire pressure message may also
(TCS)/StabiliTrak Light Stability Control 0 218. display. Stop as soon as possible,
and inflate the tires to the pressure
value shown on the Tire and
Loading Information label. See Tire
Pressure 0 302.
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When the Light Flashes First and If the light comes on and stays on, it
Then Is On Steady Caution means that oil is not flowing through
If the light flashes for about a minute the engine properly. The vehicle
Lack of proper engine oil could be low on oil and might have
and then stays on, there may be a maintenance can damage the
problem with the TPMS. If the some other system problem. See
engine. Driving with the engine oil your dealer.
problem is not corrected, the light low can also damage the engine.
will come on at every ignition cycle. The repairs would not be covered
See Tire Pressure Monitor Low Fuel Warning Light
by the vehicle warranty. Check
Operation 0 305.
the oil level as soon as possible.
Add oil if required, but if the oil
Engine Oil Pressure Light level is within the operating range
Oil pressure can vary with engine and the oil pressure is still low,
speed, outside temperature, and oil have the vehicle serviced. Always
viscosity. follow the maintenance schedule
On some models, the oil pump will for changing engine oil. This light is near the fuel gauge and
vary engine oil pressure according comes on briefly when the ignition is
to engine needs. Oil pressure may turned on as a check to show it is
change quickly as the engine speed working.
or load varies. This is normal. If the
It also comes on when the fuel tank
oil pressure warning light or Driver
is low on fuel. The light turns off
Information Center (DIC) message
when fuel is added. If it does not,
indicates oil pressure outside the
have the vehicle serviced.
normal operating range, check the
vehicle's oil as soon as possible. This light should come on briefly as
the engine is started. If it does not
come on, have the vehicle serviced
by your dealer.
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Security Light This light comes on when the Cruise Control Light
high-beam headlamps are in use.
See Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Changer 0 166.
IntelliBeam Light
The security light should come on The cruise control light is white
briefly as the engine is started. If it when the cruise control is on and
does not come on, have the vehicle ready, and turns green when the
serviced by your dealer. If the cruise control is set and active.
system is working normally, the This light comes on when the See Cruise Control 0 221.
indicator light turns off. IntelliBeam system, if equipped, is
If the light stays on and the engine enabled. See Exterior Lamp Adaptive Cruise Control Light
does not start, there could be a Controls 0 164.
problem with the theft-deterrent
system. See Immobilizer Operation Lamps On Reminder
0 50.
High-Beam On Light
This light is white when the Adaptive
Cruise Control (ACC, if equipped) is
on and ready, and turns green when
the ACC is set and active. See
This light comes on when the
Adaptive Cruise Control 0 223.
exterior lamps are in use. See
Exterior Lamp Controls 0 164.
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Door Ajar Light Information Displays V : Press to open a menu or select
a menu item. Press and hold to
Driver Information Center reset values on certain screens.
(DIC) (Base Level) DIC Info Page Options
The DIC displays are shown in the The info pages on the DIC can be
center of the instrument cluster in turned on or off through the
the Info app. See Instrument Cluster Options menu.
This light comes on when a door is 0 130. The displays show the status
1. Press h to access the cluster
open or not securely latched. Before of many vehicle systems.
applications.
driving, check that all doors are
properly closed. 2. Press l or g to scroll to the
Options application.
3. Press V to enter the
Options menu.
4. Scroll to Info Pages and
press k.
5. Press l or g to move
through the list of possible
information displays.
6. Press V while an item is
l or g : Press to move up or highlighted to select or
down in a list. deselect that item. When an
item is selected, a checkmark
h or k : Press to move between the will appear next to it.
interactive display zones in the
cluster.
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DIC Info Pages This number reflects only the When the remaining oil life is low,
approximate average fuel economy the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON
The following is the list of all
that the vehicle has right now, and message will appear on the display.
possible DIC info page displays.
will change as driving conditions The oil should be changed as soon
Some may not be available for your
change. as possible. See Engine Oil 0 268.
particular vehicle. Some items may
In addition to the engine oil life
not be turned on by default but can Press and hold V while this display system monitoring the oil life,
be turned on through the Options is active to reset the trip odometer additional maintenance is
app. See “DIC Info Page Options” and the average fuel economy. Trip recommended. See Maintenance
earlier in this section. A and Trip B can also be reset by Schedule 0 342.
Speed : Shows the vehicle speed in pressing k and choosing reset.
The Oil Life display must be reset
either kilometers per hour (km/h) or
Fuel Range : Shows the after each oil change. It will not
miles per hour (mph). If equipped,
approximate distance the vehicle reset itself. Do not reset the Oil Life
press k to open the menu and select can be driven without refueling. display at any time other than when
to display speed limit signs. LOW will be displayed when the the oil has just been changed.
Trip A or Trip B : Shows the vehicle is low on fuel. The fuel It cannot be reset accurately until
current distance traveled, in either range estimate is based on an the next oil change. To reset the
kilometers (km) or miles (mi), since average of the vehicle's fuel engine oil life system, press and
the trip odometer was last reset. economy over recent driving history hold V for several seconds while
and the amount of fuel remaining in the Oil Life display is active. See
This also shows the approximate the fuel tank.
average liters per 100 kilometers Engine Oil Life System 0 270.
(L/100 km) or miles per Remaining Oil Life : Shows an
gallon (mpg). This number is estimate of the oil's remaining useful
calculated based on the number of life. If REMAINING OIL LIFE 99% is
L/100 km (mpg) recorded since the displayed, that means 99% of the
last time this menu item was reset. current oil life remains.
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Tire Pressure : Shows the Fuel Economy : The center Economy Trend : Shows history of
approximate pressures of all four displays the approximate the Average Fuel Economy from the
tires. Tire pressure is displayed in instantaneous fuel economy as a last 50 km (30 mi). Each bar
either kilopascal (kPa) or in pounds number and bar graph. Displayed represents about 5 km (3 mi) of
per square inch (psi). If the pressure above the bar graph is a running driving. During driving the bars will
is low, the value for that tire is average of fuel economy for the shift to always reflect the most
shown in amber. See Tire Pressure most recently traveled selected recent distance on the right side.
Monitor System 0 304 and Tire distance. Displayed below the bar Press and hold V to clear the graph
Pressure Monitor Operation 0 305. graph is the best average fuel
or press k to reset through
Instantaneous Fuel Economy : economy that has been achieved for
the selected distance. The selected the menu.
Displays the current fuel economy in
liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) distance is displayed at the top of ECO Index : Provides feedback on
or miles per gallon (mpg). This the page as “last xxx mi/km.” the efficiency of current driving
number reflects only the behavior. The bar graph shows a
Press k to select the distance or value that is based on current fuel
approximate fuel economy that the
reset best value. Use l and g to consumption compared to what is
vehicle has right now and changes
frequently as driving conditions choose the distance and press V. expected from the vehicle with good
and bad driving habits.
change. This display cannot be Press l and g to select “Reset
reset. Best Score.” Press V to reset the Timer : This display can be used as
Average Vehicle Speed : Displays best average fuel economy. After a timer. To start the timer, press V
the average vehicle speed of the reset, the best value displays “-,-” while this display is active. The
vehicle in kilometers per hour (km/h) until the selected distance has been display will show the amount of time
or miles per hour (mph). This traveled. that has passed since the timer was
average is based on the various
The display provides information on last reset. To stop the timer, press V
vehicle speeds recorded since the briefly while this display is active
how current driving behavior affects
last reset. Reset the average speed and the timer is running. To reset
the running average and how well
by pressing V when it is displayed. recent driving compares to the best the timer to zero, press and hold V
that has been achieved for the while this display is active, or press
selected distance. k and select reset.
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Speed Limit : Shows sign 2. Press l or g to scroll to the
information, which comes from a Options application.
roadway database in the on-board
navigation, if equipped. 3. Press V to enter the
Battery Voltage : Displays the Options menu.
current battery voltage, if equipped. 4. Scroll to Info Pages and
Battery voltage changes are normal press k.
while driving. See Charging System
Light 0 137. If there is a problem 5. Press l or g to move
with the battery charging system, through the list of possible
the DIC will display a message. information displays.
Transmission Fluid 6. Press V while an item is
Temperature : Shows the
temperature of the automatic
l or g : Press to move up or highlighted to select or
down in a list. deselect that item. When an
transmission fluid in either degrees item is selected, a checkmark
Celsius (°C) or degrees h or k : Press to move between the will appear next to it.
Fahrenheit (°F). interactive display zones in the
cluster. DIC Info Pages
Blank Page : Shows no
information. V : Press to open a menu or select The following is the list of all
a menu item. Press and hold to possible DIC info page displays.
Driver Information Center reset values on certain screens. Some may not be available for your
(DIC) (Uplevel) particular vehicle. Some items may
DIC Info Page Options
not be turned on by default but can
The DIC displays are shown in the The info pages on the DIC can be be turned on through the Options
center of the instrument cluster in turned on or off through the app. See “DIC Info Page Options”
the Info app. See Instrument Cluster Options menu. earlier in this section.
0 130. The displays show the status
of many vehicle systems. 1. Press h to access the cluster
applications.
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Speed : Shows the vehicle speed in calculated based on the various Timer and Fuel Used : Can be
either kilometers per hour (km/h) or vehicle speeds recorded since the used as a timer. To start the timer,
miles per hour (mph). The vehicle last reset of this value. press V while this display is active.
odometer is also shown on The display will show the amount of
this page. Press and hold V while this display
is active to reset the trip odometer, time that has passed since the timer
Trip A or Trip B, Average Fuel the average fuel economy, and the was last reset. To stop the timer,
Economy, and Average Speed :
average speed. Or press k and press V briefly while this display is
Shows the current distance traveled, active and the timer is running. To
in either kilometers (km) or select reset in the menu.
reset the timer to zero, press and
miles (mi), since the trip odometer Fuel Range and Instantaneous hold V while this display is active.
was last reset. Fuel Economy : Shows the
approximate distance the vehicle This also shows the number of
The Average Fuel Economy display
can be driven without refueling. liters (L) or gallons (gal) of fuel used
shows the approximate average
LOW will be displayed when the since the last reset of this
liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km)
vehicle is low on fuel. The fuel menu item.
or miles per gallon (mpg). This
number is calculated based on the range estimate is based on an Oil Life : Shows an estimate of the
number of L/100 km (mpg) recorded average of the vehicle's fuel oil's remaining useful life.
since the last time this menu item economy over recent driving history If REMAINING OIL LIFE 99% is
was reset. This number reflects only and the amount of fuel remaining in displayed, that means 99% of the
the approximate average fuel the fuel tank. The Instantaneous current oil life remains.
economy that the vehicle has right Fuel Economy display shows the
current fuel economy in either liters When the remaining oil life is low,
now, and will change as driving the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON
conditions change. per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or
miles per gallon (mpg). This number message will appear on the display.
The Average Speed display shows reflects only the approximate fuel The oil should be changed as soon
the average speed of the vehicle in economy that the vehicle has right as possible. See Engine Oil 0 268.
kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles now and changes frequently as In addition to the engine oil life
per hour (mph). This average is driving conditions change. system monitoring the oil life,
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additional maintenance is Press k to change the selected Vehicle Messages
recommended. See Maintenance
distance. Press and hold V while Messages displayed on the DIC
Schedule 0 342.
this display is active to reset the indicate the status of the vehicle or
The Oil Life display must be reset best fuel economy and average fuel some action that may be needed to
after each oil change. It will not economy. This display can also be correct a condition. Multiple
reset itself. Do not reset the Oil Life reset by selecting reset in the menu. messages may appear one after
display at any time other than when
Economy Trend : Shows history of another.
the oil has just been changed.
It cannot be reset accurately until the Average Fuel Economy from the The messages that do not require
the next oil change. To reset the last 50 km (30 mi). Each bar immediate action can be
engine oil life system, press and represents about 5 km (3 mi) of acknowledged and cleared by
driving. During driving the bars will
hold V for several seconds while shift to always reflect the most pressing V. The messages that
the Oil Life display is active. See recent distance on the right side. require immediate action cannot be
Engine Oil Life System 0 270. cleared until that action is
Press and hold V to clear the graph performed.
Tire Pressure : Shows the or press k to reset through
approximate pressures of all four All messages should be taken
the menu.
tires. Tire pressure is displayed in seriously; clearing the message
either kilopascal (kPa) or in pounds Speed Signs : Shows sign does not correct the problem.
per square inch (psi). If the pressure information, which comes from a
If a SERVICE message appears,
is low, the value for that tire is roadway database in the on-board
see your dealer.
shown in amber. See Tire Pressure navigation.
Monitor System 0 304 and Tire Follow the instructions given in the
Following Distance : The following
Pressure Monitor Operation 0 305. messages. The system displays
distance to a moving vehicle ahead
messages regarding the following
Best Fuel Economy : Displays is displayed as a time value on this
topics:
average fuel economy, the best fuel page. See Forward Collision Alert
economy over the selected (FCA) System 0 237. . Service Messages
distance, and a bar graph showing Blank Page : Shows no . Fluid Levels
instantaneous fuel economy. information. . Vehicle Security
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. Brakes be reduced the next time the vehicle
is driven. The vehicle may be driven
Vehicle
. Steering
while this message is on, but Personalization
. Ride Control Systems maximum acceleration and speed
Use the audio system controls to
. Driver Assistance Systems may be reduced. Anytime this
access the personalization menus
message stays on, or displays
. Cruise Control for customizing vehicle features.
repeatedly, the vehicle should be
. Lighting and Bulb Replacement taken to your dealer for service as The following are all possible
soon as possible. personalization features. Depending
. Wiper/Washer Systems on the vehicle, some may not be
. Doors and Windows Vehicle Speed Messages available.
. Seat Belts Infotainment System Audio
SPEED LIMITED TO
. Airbag Systems System Controls
XXX KM/H (MPH)
. Engine and Transmission To access the
This message shows that the
personalization menu:
. Tire Pressure vehicle speed has been limited to
the speed displayed. The limited 1. Touch SETTINGS on the Home
. Battery speed is a protection for various Page on the infotainment
propulsion and vehicle systems, system display.
Engine Power Messages such as lubrication, thermal, 2. Touch the desired feature to
suspension, Teen Driver if display a list of available
ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED equipped, or tires. options.
This message displays when the
vehicle's propulsion power is 3. Touch to select the desired
reduced. Reduced propulsion power feature setting.
can affect the vehicle's ability to 4. Touch S Back to exit or move
accelerate. If this message is on, backward in a menu.
but there is no observed reduction
in performance, proceed to your
destination. The performance may
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Personalization Menus Time and Date 2. Select Enter to go to the
The following list of menu items may confirmation screen.
Manually set the time and date. See
be available: Clock 0 124. 3. Re-enter the four-digit code.
. Time and Date Rear Seat Reminder Select Lock or Unlock to lock or
. Rear Seat Reminder unlock the system. Touch Back to
This allows for a chime and a go back to the previous menu.
. Language message when the rear door has
been opened before or during Teen Driver
. Valet Mode
operation of the vehicle. See “Teen Driver” under “Settings”
. Teen Driver
Select Off or On. in the infotainment manual.
. Radio
Language Radio
. Vehicle
Select Language, then select from Touch and the following may
. Bluetooth the available language(s). display:
. Apple CarPlay The selected language will display . Manage Favorites
. Android Auto on the system, and voice . Number of Favorites Shown
recognition will reflect the selected
. Voice . Audible Touch Feedback
language.
. Display . Auto Volume
Valet Mode
. Rear Camera . Maximum Start Up Volume
This will lock the infotainment
. Return to Factory Settings system and steering wheel controls. Manage Favorites
. Software Information It may also limit access to vehicle
This allows favorites to be edited.
storage locations, if equipped.
. Wi-Fi See “Manage Favorites” in
To enable valet mode: “Settings” under “Radio” in the
Each menu is detailed in the
1. Enter a four-digit code on the infotainment manual.
following information.
keypad.
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Number of Favorites Shown To set the maximum startup volume, Auto Fan Speed
Touch to set the number of favorites touch + or − to increase or This feature will set the auto fan
to display. decrease. speed.
Select the desired number or select Vehicle Select Low, Medium, or High.
Auto and the infotainment system Select and the following may
will automatically adjust the number Auto Cooled Seats
display:
of favorites shown. When enabled, this feature will
. Climate and Air Quality automatically activate the ventilated
Audible Touch Feedback . seats at the level required by the
Collision/Detection Systems
This allows Audible Touch . interior temperature. See Heated
Comfort and Convenience
Feedback to be turned on or off. and Ventilated Front Seats 0 67.
. Lighting
Select Off or On. Select Off or On.
. Power Door Locks
Auto Volume Auto Heated Seats
. Remote Lock, Unlock, Start
This feature adjusts the volume When enabled, this feature will
based on vehicle speed and Climate and Air Quality automatically activate the heated
ambient noise. Select and the following may seats at the level required by the
Select Off, Low, Medium-Low, display: interior temperature. The auto
Medium, Medium-High, or High. heated seats can be turned off by
. Auto Fan Speed using the heated seat buttons on
Maximum Start Up Volume . Auto Cooled Seats the center stack. See Heated and
This feature sets the maximum Ventilated Front Seats 0 67.
. Auto Heated Seats
startup volume. If the vehicle is If equipped with Auto Heated
started and the volume is greater . Auto Defog Steering Wheel, this feature will turn
than this level, the volume is . Auto Rear Defog on when the Auto Heated Seats
adjusted to this level. . turn on.
Ionizer
Select Off or On.
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Auto Defog . Alert Type are available. The Alert setting
When set to On, the front defog will . Forward Collision System disables FAB. See Forward
automatically react to temperature Automatic Braking (FAB) 0 239.
. Front Pedestrian Detection
and humidity conditions that may Select Off, Alert, or Alert and Brake.
cause fogging. . Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Front Pedestrian Detection
Select Off or On. . Adaptive Cruise Go Notifier
This feature may help avoid or
Auto Rear Defog . Lane Change Alert reduce the harm caused by
If equipped, this allows the Auto Alert Type front-end crashes with nearby
Rear Defog to be turned on or off. pedestrians.
This feature will set crash alerts to
This feature will automatically turn beeps or seat vibrations. This See Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB)
on the rear window defogger when it setting affects all crash alerts System 0 241.
is cold outside. including Forward Collision, Front Select Off, Alert, or Alert and Brake.
Select Off or On. Pedestrian Detection, Lane
Departure Warning, Adaptive Cruise Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Ionizer Control, Park Assist, and Backing This allows the Rear Cross Traffic
If equipped with an ionizer, this Warning alerts. Alert feature to be turned on or off.
feature helps to clean the air inside Select Beeps or Safety Alert Seat. Select Off or On.
the vehicle and remove
contaminants such as pollen, odors, Forward Collision System Adaptive Cruise Go Notifier
and dust. See Dual Automatic This feature will turn on or off the This feature will give a reminder that
Climate Control System 0 174. Forward Collision Alert (FCA) and Adaptive Cruise Control provides
Select Off or On. Forward Automatic Braking (FAB). when it has brought the vehicle to a
The Off setting disables all FCA and complete stop behind another
Collision/Detection Systems FAB functions. With the Alert and stopping vehicle, and then that
Select the Collision/Detection Brake setting, both FCA and FAB vehicle drives on.
Systems menu and the following Select Off or On.
may be displayed if equipped:
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Lane Change Alert Select Off or On. driving position when the vehicle is
This allows the feature to be turned shifted out of R (Reverse) or the
Easy Exit Options engine is turned off. See Reverse
on or off. See Lane Change Alert
(LCA) 0 243. This feature automatically recalls Tilt Mirrors 0 53.
the previously stored Exit button Select Off, On - Driver and
Select Off or On. position when exiting the vehicle. Passenger, On - Driver, or On -
See Memory Seats 0 64.
Comfort and Convenience Passenger.
Select Off or On.
Select and the following may Auto Mirror Folding
display: Chime Volume When on, the outside mirrors will
. Auto Memory Recall This allows the selection of the automatically fold or unfold when
. Easy Exit Options chime volume level. the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
Touch + or − to adjust the volume. transmitter Q or K button is
. Chime Volume
pressed and held. See Folding
. Hands Free Liftgate Control Hands Free Liftgate Control Mirrors 0 52.
. Reverse Tilt Mirror The liftgate may be operated with a Select Off or On.
kicking motion under the left side of
. Auto Mirror Folding the rear bumper. See Liftgate 0 42. Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear
. Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear Select Off, On-Open and Close, When on and the front wiper is on,
. Extended Hill Start Assist or On-Open Only. the rear wiper will automatically
activate when the vehicle is shifted
Auto Memory Recall Reverse Tilt Mirror to R (Reverse).
This feature automatically recalls When on, both the driver and Select Off or On.
the current driver’s previously stored passenger, driver, or passenger
1 or 2 button positions when the outside mirrors will tilt downward Extended Hill Start Assist
ignition is changed from off to on or when the vehicle is shifted to This allows the duration of the Hill
ACC/ACCESSORY. See Memory R (Reverse) to improve visibility of Start Assist to be changed.
Seats 0 64. the ground near the rear wheels.
They will return to their previous
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Select Extended Hold or Power Door Locks Remote Lock, Unlock, Start
Standard Hold.
Select and the following may Select and the following may
Lighting display: display:
Select and the following may . Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout . Remote Unlock Light Feedback
display: . Auto Door Unlock . Remote Lock Feedback
. Vehicle Locator Lights . Delayed Door Lock . Remote Door Unlock
. Exit Lighting . Remote Start Auto Cool Seats
Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout
Vehicle Locator Lights When on, this feature will keep the . Remote Start Auto Heat Seats
This feature will flash the exterior driver door from locking when the . Remote Window Operation
lamps and allows some of the door is open. If Off is selected, the
Delayed Door Lock menu will be . Passive Door Unlock
exterior lamps and most of the
interior lamps to turn on briefly available. . Passive Door Lock
when K on the Remote Keyless Select Off or On. . Remote Left in Vehicle Alert
Entry (RKE) transmitter is pressed
to locate the vehicle. Auto Door Unlock Remote Unlock Light Feedback
This allows selection of which of the When on, the exterior lamps will
Select Off or On.
doors will automatically unlock when flash when unlocking the vehicle
Exit Lighting the vehicle is shifted into P (Park). with the RKE transmitter.
This allows the selection of how Select Off, All Doors, or Driver Door. Select Off or Flash Lights.
long the exterior lamps stay on
Delayed Door Lock Remote Lock Feedback
when leaving the vehicle when it is
dark outside. When on, this feature will delay the This allows selection of what type of
locking of the doors. To override the feedback is given when locking the
Select Off, 30 Seconds, 60 Seconds,
delay, press the power door lock vehicle with the RKE transmitter.
or 120 Seconds.
switch on the door.
Select Off, Lights and Horn, Lights
Select Off or On. Only, or Horn Only.
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Remote Door Unlock Passive Door Unlock . Ringtones
This allows selection of which doors This allows the selection of what . Voice Mail Numbers
will unlock when pressing K on the doors will unlock when using the . Text Message Alerts
RKE transmitter. button on the driver door to unlock
the vehicle. Pair New Device
Select All Doors or Driver Door.
Select All Doors or Driver Door. Select to pair a new device. See
Remote Start Auto Cool Seats “Pairing” in “Infotainment Controls”
Passive Door Lock under “Bluetooth” in the infotainment
If equipped and turned on, this
feature will turn the ventilated seats This allows passive locking to be manual.
on when using remote start on turned on or off and selects
feedback. See Remote Keyless Device Management
warm days.
Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 29. Select to connect to a different
Select Off or On. phone source, disconnect a phone,
Select Off, On with Horn
Remote Start Auto Heat Seats Chirp, or On. or delete a phone.
If equipped and turned on, this Remote Left in Vehicle Alert Ringtones
feature will turn the heated seats on Select to change the ring tone for
when using remote start on This feature sounds an alert when
the RKE transmitter is left in the the specific phone. The phone does
cold days. not need to be connected to change
vehicle. This menu also enables the
Select Off or On. Remote No Longer in Vehicle Alert. the ring tone.
Remote Window Operation Select Off or On. Voice Mail Numbers
If equipped, this feature enables the This feature displays the voice mail
Bluetooth number for all connected phones.
remote operation of all windows
from the RKE transmitter. See Select and the following may To change the voice mail number,
“Remote Window Operation” in display: select the edit icon. Type a new
Power Windows 0 55. . Pair New Device number, then select Save.
Select Off or On. . Device Management
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Text Message Alerts Android Auto Prompt Length
This allows the feature to be turned This feature allows Android devices This feature adjusts the voice
on or off. to be connected to the infotainment prompt length.
Select Off or On. system through a USB port. Select Short or Long.
Select Off or On.
Apple CarPlay Audio Feedback Speed
Manage Android Auto Devices This feature adjusts the audio
Select and the following may
display: Select to manage Android devices. feedback speed.
. Apple CarPlay Android Auto must be on for this Select Slow, Medium, or Fast.
feature to be accessed.
. Manage Apple CarPlay Devices Display “What Can I Say?” Tips
Voice
Apple CarPlay This feature gives voice
Select and the following may command tips.
This feature allows Apple devices to display:
be connected to the infotainment Select Off or On.
. Confidence Threshold
system through a USB port.
. Prompt Length
Display
Select Off or On.
. Audio Feedback Speed Select and the following may
Manage Apple CarPlay Devices display:
. Display “What Can I Say?” Tips
Select to manage Apple devices. . Mode
Apple CarPlay must be on for this Confidence Threshold . Calibrate Touchscreen
feature to be accessed. This feature allows the adjustment . Turn Display Off
Android Auto of the sensitivity of the speech
recognition system. Mode
Select and the following may
display: Select Confirm More or Select to change the display screen
Confirm Less. for day or night driving.
. Android Auto
Select Auto, Day, or Night.
. Manage Android Auto Devices
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Calibrate Touchscreen Return to Factory Settings Software Information
Select to calibrate the touchscreen, Select and the following may Touch to view or update the version
then follow the prompts. display: of the infotainment system software.
Turn Display Off . Restore Vehicle Settings Wi-Fi
Select to turn the display off. Touch . Clear All Private Data Select and the following may
anywhere on the infotainment . Restore Radio Settings display:
display or press any infotainment
Restore Vehicle Settings . Wi-Fi
controls on the center stack to turn
the display on. This allows selection of restoring . Manage Wi-Fi Networks
Rear Camera vehicle settings. Wi-Fi
This allows for Rear Park Assist Select Restore or Cancel. This feature allows Wi-Fi networks
Symbols and Guidance Lines to be Clear All Private Data to be turned off or on.
turned off or on. Select Off or On.
This allows selection to clear all
Select Off or On for the desired private information from the vehicle. Manage Wi-Fi Networks
feature.
Select Delete or Cancel. Select to manage Wi-Fi networks.
See Assistance Systems for Parking
Restore Radio Settings Wi-Fi must be on for this feature to
or Backing 0 233.
be accessed.
This allows selection to restore
radio settings.
Select Restore or Cancel.
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Universal Remote instructions refer to a garage door Make sure the hand-held transmitter
opener, but can be used for other has a new battery for quick and
System devices. accurate transmission of the
Do not use the Universal Remote radio-frequency signal.
See Radio Frequency Statement
0 366. system with any garage door opener Programming the Universal
that does not have the stop and Remote System
Universal Remote System reverse feature. This includes any
For questions or programming help,
garage door opener model
Programming manufactured before April 1, 1982. see www.homelink.com/gm or call
1-800-355-3515.
Read these instructions completely
before programming the Universal Programming involves
Remote system. It may help to have time-sensitive actions, and may time
another person assist with the out causing the procedure to be
programming process. repeated.
Keep the original hand-held To program up to three devices:
transmitter for use in other vehicles 1. Hold the end of the hand-held
as well as for future programming. transmitter about 3 to 8 cm
Erase the programming when (1 to 3 in) away from the
vehicle ownership is terminated. Universal Remote system
See “Erasing Universal Remote buttons with the indicator light
System Buttons” later in this in view. The hand-held
If equipped, these buttons are in the section. transmitter was supplied by the
overhead console. To program a garage door opener, manufacturer of the garage
park outside directly in line with and door opener receiver.
This system can replace up to three
remote control transmitters used to facing the garage door opener 2. At the same time, press and
activate devices such as garage receiver. Clear all people and hold both the hand-held
door openers, security systems, and objects near the garage door. transmitter button and one of
home automation devices. These the three Universal Remote
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system buttons to be used to second button press may The name and color of the
operate the garage door. Do be required. For a second button may vary by
not release either button until time, press and hold the manufacturer.
the indicator light changes from newly programmed button 5. Press and release the Learn or
a slow to a rapid flash. Then for five seconds. If the light Smart button. Step 6 must be
release both buttons. stays on or the garage door completed within 30 seconds of
Some garage door openers moves, programming is pressing this button.
may require substitution of complete.
6. Inside the vehicle, press and
Step 2 with the procedure . If the indicator light blinks hold the newly programmed
under “Radio Signals for Some rapidly for two seconds, Universal Remote system
Gate Operators” later in this then changes to a solid light button for two seconds and
section. and the garage door does then release it. If the garage
3. Press and hold the newly not move, continue with door does not move or the
programmed Universal Remote programming Steps 4–6. lamp on the garage door
system button for five seconds opener receiver does not flash,
while watching the indicator press and hold the same
light and garage door button a second time for
activation. two seconds, then release it.
. If the indicator light stays on Again, if the door does not
continuously or the garage move or the garage door lamp
door moves when the does not flash, press and hold
button is pressed, then the same button a third time for
programming is complete. two seconds, then release it.
Learn or Smart Button
There is no need to The Universal Remote system
complete Steps 4–6. 4. After completing Steps 1–3, should now activate the
. If the indicator light does locate the Learn or Smart garage door.
button inside the garage on the
not come on or the garage
garage door opener receiver.
door does not move, a
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Repeat the process for rapidly. Proceed with Step 3 under Reprogramming a Single
programming the two remaining “Programming the Universal Remote Universal Remote System
buttons. System” to complete. Button
Radio Signals for Some Gate Universal Remote System To reprogram any of the system
Operators buttons:
Operation
For questions or programming help, 1. Press and hold any one of the
see www.homelink.com/gm or call Using the Universal Remote buttons. Do not release the
1-800-355-3515. System button.
Some radio–frequency laws and Press and hold the appropriate 2. The indicator light will begin to
gate operators require transmitter Universal Remote system button for flash after 20 seconds. Without
signals to time out or quit after at least one-half second. The releasing the button, proceed
several seconds of transmission. indicator light will come on while the with Step 1 under
This may not be long enough for the signal is being transmitted. “Programming the Universal
Universal Remote system to pick up Remote System.”
the signal during programming. Erasing Universal Remote
System Buttons
If the programming did not work,
replace Step 2 under “Programming Erase all programmed buttons when
the Universal Remote System” with vehicle ownership is terminated.
the following: To erase:
Press and hold the Universal 1. Press and hold the two outside
Remote system button while buttons until the indicator light
pressing and releasing the begins to flash. This should
hand-held transmitter button every take about 10 seconds.
two seconds until the signal has
been successfully accepted by the 2. Release both buttons.
Universal Remote system. The
Universal Remote system indicator
light will flash slowly at first and then
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Lighting Lighting Features
Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Exterior Lighting
Exit Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
Battery Load Management . . . 171 Exterior Lamp Controls
Exterior Lighting
Battery Power Protection . . . . . 172
Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . 164
Exterior Lighting Battery
Exterior Lamps Off
Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Daytime Running
Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Automatic Headlamp
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
The exterior lamp control is on the
Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . 168
instrument panel to the left of the
Turn and Lane-Change
steering column.
Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
There are four positions.
Interior Lighting
Instrument Panel Illumination O : Turns the exterior lamps off and
Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169 deactivates the AUTO mode. Turn
Courtesy Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169 O again to reactivate the
Dome Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169 AUTO mode.
Reading Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169 In Canada, the headlamps will
automatically reactivate when the
vehicle is shifted out of P (Park).
AUTO : Turns the exterior lamps on
and off automatically depending on
outside lighting.
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; : Turns on the parking lamps Turning On and Enabling Keep this area of the windshield
including all lamps, except the IntelliBeam clear of debris to allow for best
headlamps. system performance.
5 : Turns on the headlamps The high-beam headlamps remain
together with the parking lamps and on, under the automatic control,
instrument panel lights. until one of the following situations
occurs:
IntelliBeam System . The system detects an
If equipped, this system turns the approaching vehicle's
vehicle's high-beam headlamps on headlamps.
and off according to surrounding . The system detects a preceding
traffic conditions. To enable the IntelliBeam system, vehicle's taillamps.
The system turns the high-beam press b on the turn signal lever . The outside light is bright
headlamps on when it is dark when it is dark outside and the enough that high-beam
enough and there is no other traffic exterior lamp control is in AUTO headlamps are not required.
present.
or 5. The blue high-beam on light . The vehicle's speed drops below
appears on the instrument cluster 20 km/h (12 mph).
when the high beams are on.
. The IntelliBeam system is
Driving with IntelliBeam disabled by the button on
The system only activates the high the turn signal lever. If this
beams when driving over 40 km/h happens, press b on the
(25 mph). turn signal lever when the
This light comes on in the exterior lamp control is in the
instrument cluster when the There is a sensor near the top
center of the windshield that AUTO or 5 position to
IntelliBeam system is enabled.
automatically controls the system. reactivate the IntelliBeam
system. The instrument cluster
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light will come on to indicate the . The vehicle is loaded such that
IntelliBeam system is the front end points upward,
reactivated. causing the light sensor to aim
The high beams may not turn off high and not detect headlamps
automatically if the system cannot and taillamps.
detect another vehicle's lamps . The vehicle is being driven on
because of any of the following: winding or hilly roads. This indicator light turns on in the
. The other vehicle's lamps are instrument cluster when the
The IntelliBeam system may need to
high-beam headlamps are on.
missing, damaged, obstructed be disabled if any of the above
from view, or otherwise conditions exist.
undetected. Flash-to-Pass
. The other vehicle's lamps are Exterior Lamps Off This feature is used to signal to the
covered with dirt, snow, and/or Reminder vehicle ahead that you want
road spray. to pass.
A warning chime sounds if the driver
. The other vehicle's lamps cannot door is opened while the ignition is If the headlamps are off or in the
be detected due to dense off and the exterior lamps are on. low-beam position, pull the turn
exhaust, smoke, fog, snow, road signal lever toward you to
spray, mist, or other airborne momentarily switch to high beams.
Headlamp High/
obstructions. Release the lever to turn the
Low-Beam Changer high-beam headlamps off.
. The vehicle's windshield is dirty,
cracked, or obstructed by Push the turn signal lever away
something that blocks the view from you and release, to turn the
of the light sensor. high beams on. To return to low
beams, push the lever again or pull
it toward you and release.
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Daytime Running Automatic Headlamp If the vehicle is started in a dark
garage, the automatic headlamp
Lamps (DRL) System system comes on immediately. If it
DRL can make it easier for others to When the exterior lamp control is is light outside when the vehicle
see the front of your vehicle during set to AUTO and it is dark enough leaves the garage, there is a slight
the day. Fully functional DRL are outside, the headlamps come on delay before the automatic
required on all vehicles first sold in automatically. headlamp system changes to the
Canada. Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).
During that delay, the instrument
The dedicated DRL will come on
cluster may not be as bright as
when all of the following conditions
usual. Make sure the instrument
are met:
panel brightness control is in the full
. The ignition is on. bright position. See Instrument
. The exterior lamp control is Panel Illumination Control 0 169.
in AUTO. When it is bright enough outside,
. The light sensor determines it is the headlamps will turn off or may
daytime. change to DRL.
. The vehicle is not parked. The automatic headlamp system
turns off when the exterior lamp
The taillamps, instrument panel
control is turned to O or the ignition
lights, and other lamps will not There is a light sensor on top of the
is off.
be on. instrument panel. Do not cover the
The DRL turn off when the sensor; otherwise the headlamps Lights On with Wipers
will come on when they are not
headlamps are turned to O or the needed. If the windshield wipers are
ignition is off. For vehicles sold in activated in daylight with the engine
Canada, this control only works The system may also turn on the on, and the exterior lamp control is
when the vehicle is parked. headlamps when driving through a in AUTO, the headlamps, parking
parking garage or tunnel. lamps, and other exterior lamps
come on. The transition time for the
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lamps coming on varies based on Turn and Lane-Change The lever returns to its starting
wiper speed. When the wipers are position when it is released.
not operating, these lamps turn off.
Signals
If after signaling a turn or lane
Move the exterior lamp control to O change, the arrow flashes rapidly or
or ; to disable this feature. does not come on, a signal bulb
may be burned out.
Hazard Warning Flashers Have any burned out bulbs
replaced. If a bulb is not burned out,
check the fuse. See Instrument
Panel Fuse Block 0 290.
Move the lever all the way up or

down to signal a turn.
An arrow on the instrument cluster
will flash in the direction of the turn
or lane change.
Raise or lower the lever until the
arrow starts to flash to signal a lane
change. Hold it there until the lane
change is complete. If the lever is
| : Press to make the front and moved momentarily to the lane
rear turn signal lamps flash on and
change position, the arrow will flash
off. This warns others that you are
three times. It will flash six times if
having trouble.
Tow/Haul Mode is active.
Press | again to turn the
flashers off.
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Lighting 169
Interior Lighting Courtesy Lamps The dome lamp controls are in the
overhead console.
The courtesy lamps come on when
Instrument Panel any door is opened unless the dome To operate, press the following
lamp override is activated. To buttons:
Illumination Control
deactivate the dome lamp override, j OFF : Press to turn off the
press j OFF and the indicator dome lamps when a door is open.
light on the button will turn off. An indicator light on the button will
turn on when the dome lamp
The reading lamps, located on the
front overhead console and the override is activated. Press j
headliner above the rear seat OFF again to deactivate this feature
passengers, can be controlled and the indicator light will turn off.
independently of the courtesy The dome lamps will come on when
lamps. doors are opened.
+ ON/OFF : Press to turn the dome
The brightness of the instrument Dome Lamps lamps on manually. Press again to
cluster display, infotainment display turn the dome lamps off.
and controls, steering wheel
controls, and all other illuminated
controls, as well as feature status
Reading Lamps
indicators can be adjusted. There are reading lamps on the
overhead console and over the rear
The knob for this feature is on the
seats. These lamps come on when
instrument panel beside the steering
any door is opened.
column.
Push the knob in all the way until it
extends out and then turn the knob
clockwise or counterclockwise to
brighten or dim the lights.
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Lighting Features
Entry Lighting
Some exterior lamps and most of
the interior lights turn on briefly at
night, or in areas of limited lighting
when K is pressed on the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
Rear Reading Lamps
See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
The rear reading lamps are over the System Operation 0 29. When the
rear seats. driver door is opened, all control
Front Reading Lamps lights, Driver Information Center
Press the lamp lens to turn the rear
The front reading lamps are in the passenger reading lamps on or off. (DIC) lights, and door pocket lights
overhead console. turn on. After about 30 seconds the
exterior lamps turn off, then the
Press the lamp lenses to turn the remaining interior lights dim to off.
front reading lamps on or off. Entry lighting can be disabled
manually by turning the ignition on
or to ACC/ACCESSORY, or by
pressing Q on the RKE transmitter.
This feature can be changed. See
“Vehicle Locator Lights” under
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Lighting 171
Exit Lighting When the battery's state of charge EPM works to prevent excessive
is low, the voltage is raised slightly discharge of the battery. It does this
Some exterior lamps and interior to quickly bring the charge back up. by balancing the generator's output
lights come on at night, or in areas When the state of charge is high, and the vehicle's electrical needs.
with limited lighting, when the driver the voltage is lowered slightly to It can increase engine idle speed to
door is opened after the ignition is prevent overcharging. If the vehicle generate more power whenever
turned off. The dome lamp comes has a voltmeter gauge or a voltage needed. It can temporarily reduce
on after the ignition is turned off. display on the Driver Information the power demands of some
The exterior lamps and dome lamp Center (DIC), you may see the accessories.
remain on for a set amount of time, voltage move up or down. This is
then automatically turn off. Normally, these actions occur in
normal. If there is a problem, an steps or levels, without being
The exterior lamps turn off alert will be displayed. noticeable. In rare cases at the
immediately by turning the exterior The battery can be discharged at highest levels of corrective action,
lamp control off. idle if the electrical loads are very this action may be noticeable to the
This feature can be changed. See high. This is true for all vehicles. driver. If so, a DIC battery voltage
Vehicle Personalization 0 152. This is because the generator and charging message displays. It is
(alternator) may not be spinning fast recommended that the driver reduce
Battery Load enough at idle to produce all of the the electrical loads as much as
power needed for very high possible. See Driver Information
Management electrical loads. Center (DIC) (Base Level) 0 146 or
The vehicle has Electric Power A high electrical load occurs when Driver Information Center (DIC)
Management (EPM) that estimates several of the following are on, such (Uplevel) 0 149.
the battery's temperature and state as: headlamps, high beams, rear
of charge. It then adjusts the voltage window defogger, climate control fan
for best performance and extended at high speed, heated seats, engine
life of the battery. cooling fans, trailer loads, and loads
plugged into accessory power
outlets.
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Battery Power Protection To keep the lamps on for more than
10 minutes, the ignition must be on
This feature helps prevent the or in ACC/ACCESSORY.
battery from being drained, if the
interior courtesy lamps or reading
lamps are accidentally left on. If any
of these lamps are left on, they
automatically turn off after
10 minutes, if the ignition is off. The
lamps will not come back on again
until one of the following occurs:
. The ignition is turned on.
. The doors are closed and then
re-opened.

Saver
The exterior lamps turn off about
10 minutes after the ignition is
turned off, if the parking lamps or
headlamps have been manually left
on. This protects against draining
the battery. To restart the 10-minute
timer, turn the exterior lamp control
to the off position and then back to
the parking lamp or headlamp
position.
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Infotainment Introduction
System Infotainment
See the infotainment manual for
Introduction information on the radio, audio
Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173 players, phone, navigation system,
and voice or speech recognition.
It also includes information on
settings.
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 system, and
exhaust system to work properly.
Deactivation is required by your
dealer if related aftermarket
equipment is installed.
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Climate Controls Climate Control Systems
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
Climate Control Systems
Dual Automatic Climate The climate control buttons on the center stack and on the climate control
Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174 display are used to adjust the heating, cooling, and ventilation.
Rear Climate Control
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
Air Vents
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180
Maintenance
Passenger Compartment Air
Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
Center Stack Climate Controls
1. Driver and Passenger 4. Fan Controls

Temperature Displays 5. CLIMATE (Climate Control
2. Driver and Passenger Display)
Temperature Controls 6. MAX Defrost
3. Driver and Passenger Heated 7. Recirculation
and Ventilated Seats (If
Equipped)
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8. Rear Window Defogger and 6. Climate Control Selection The climate control status display
Heated Outside Mirrors (If (Application Tray Button) appears briefly when the climate
Equipped) 7. Air Delivery Mode Control controls on the center stack are
9. ON/OFF (Power) adjusted. The air delivery mode can
The fan, air delivery mode, air be adjusted on the climate control
10. AUTO (Automatic Operation) conditioning, driver and passenger display.
temperatures, and Sync settings
can be controlled by touching Automatic Operation
CLIMATE on the infotainment The system automatically controls
display Home Page or the climate the fan speed, air delivery, air
button in the application tray display. conditioning, and recirculation in
A selection can then be made on order to heat or cool the vehicle to
the front climate control page the desired temperature.
displayed. See the infotainment
manual. When AUTO is lit, all four functions
operate automatically. Each function
Climate Control Status Display can also be manually set and the
selected setting is displayed.
Functions not manually set will
Climate Control Display continue to be automatically
controlled, even if the AUTO
1. Outside Temperature Display
indicator is not lit.
2. Driver and Passenger
For automatic operation:
Temperature Controls
1. Press AUTO.
3. Fan Control
2. Set the temperature. Allow the
4. Sync (Synchronized
system time to stabilize. Adjust
Temperature)
the temperature as needed for
5. A/C (Air Conditioning) best comfort.
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To improve fuel efficiency and to Manual Operation the airflow is controlled manually.
cool the vehicle faster with A/C on, Press AUTO to return to automatic
CLIMATE : Press CLIMATE to show
recirculation may be automatically operation.
the climate control display.
selected in warm weather. Press To change the current mode, select
@ to select recirculation; press it ON/OFF : Press to turn the fan on
one or more of the following:
again to select outside air. or off. When off, no air will flow into
Driver and Passenger
the vehicle. Turning the fan on, 6 : Air is directed to the floor
pressing any other button, or turning outlets, with some air to the
Temperature Controls : The windshield and side windows.
a knob will turn the system back on
temperature can be adjusted
using the current setting. Y : Air is directed to the instrument
separately for the driver and the
passenger. Turn the knob clockwise hi : Press or touch the fan controls panel outlets.
or counterclockwise to increase or on the center stack or the display to X : Clears the windows of fog or
decrease the driver or passenger increase or decrease the fan speed. moisture. Air is directed to the
temperature setting. The fan speed setting displays. windshield.
The driver and passenger Pressing either button cancels 1 MAX : Air is directed to the
temperatures can also be adjusted automatic fan control and the fan is windshield, the fan runs at a higher
by touching the controls on the controlled manually. Press AUTO to speed, and the temperature of the
climate control display. return to automatic operation. air is increased if not already at
Sync : Touch Sync on the display to Air Delivery Mode Control : When maximum. This mode overrides the
link all passenger settings to the the climate information is displayed, previous mode selected and clears
driver settings. Adjust the driver side touch 6, Y, or X on the display to fog or frost from the windshield
temperature control to change the change the direction of airflow. Any more quickly. When 1 MAX is
linked temperature. When the combination of the three modes can pressed again, the system returns
passenger settings are adjusted, the be selected. The selected air to the previous mode setting and
Sync button is displayed and the delivery mode is lit. Pressing any fan speed.
temperatures are unlinked. mode control cancels automatic air For best results, clear all snow and
delivery control and the direction of ice from the windshield before
defrosting.
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A/C : Touch A/C on the display to fogging. If the climate control The rear window defogger can be
turn the air conditioning on or off. system does not detect possible set to automatic operation. See
If the fan is turned off, the air window fogging, it returns to normal “Climate and Air Quality” under
conditioner will not run and A/C OFF operation. Vehicle Personalization 0 152.
will show on the climate control To turn Auto Defog off or on, see When Auto Rear Defog is selected,
display. “Climate and Air Quality” under the rear window defogger turns on
Touch AUTO to return to automatic Vehicle Personalization 0 152. automatically when the interior
operation and the air conditioner temperature is cold and the outside
Ionizer : If equipped with an ionizer, temperature is about 4 °C (40 °F)
runs automatically as needed. this feature helps to clean the air and below. The auto rear defogger
@ : Press to turn on recirculation. inside the vehicle and remove turns off automatically after about
An indicator light comes on. Air is contaminants such as pollen, odors, 10 minutes, or after five minutes if
recirculated to quickly cool the and dust. If the climate control the outside temperature is not
inside of the vehicle or to reduce the system is on and the ionizer is as cold.
entry of outside air and odors. enabled, Ionizer On will be
displayed. To turn the ionizer on or The upper gridlines on the rear
If selected during cool or cold window are antenna lines and are
weather, the windshield and off, see “Climate and Air Quality”
under Vehicle Personalization not intended to heat when the
windows may fog. Turn off defogger is activated.
recirculation to help clear the 0 152.
windshield and windows. The heated outside mirrors turn on
Rear Window Defogger when the rear window defogger
Auto Defog : The climate control K : Press to turn the rear window button is on and help to clear fog or
system has a sensor to defogger on or off. An indicator light frost from the surface of the mirror.
automatically detect high humidity on the button comes on to show that See Heated Mirrors 0 52.
inside the vehicle. When high the rear window defogger is on. The
humidity is detected, the climate rear window defogger only works
control system may adjust to when the engine is running. It turns
outside air supply and turn on the off when the ignition is turned off or
air conditioner. The fan speed may in ACC/ACCESSORY.
slightly increase to help prevent
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Remote Start Climate Control adjusted with the rear climate
Caution Operation : The climate control controls and the rear climate
system may run when the vehicle is display.
Do not try to clear frost or other started remotely. If the vehicle has
material from the inside of the heated or ventilated seats, they may
front windshield and rear window come on during a remote start.
with a razor blade or anything See Remote Vehicle Start 0 36 and
else that is sharp. This may Heated and Ventilated Seats 0 12.
damage the rear window
defogger grid and affect the Sensors
radio's ability to pick up stations The solar sensor, on top of the
clearly. The repairs would not be instrument panel near the
covered by the vehicle warranty. windshield, monitors the solar heat.
The climate control system uses the
Heated and Ventilated Seats sensor information to adjust the
temperature, fan speed, Rear Climate Controls
M or L : If equipped, press M or L recirculation, and air delivery mode
to heat the driver or passenger seat. for best comfort. 1. Fan Control
C or { : If equipped, press C or Do not cover the sensor; otherwise 2. AUTO (Automatic Operation)
{ to ventilate the driver or the automatic climate control system 3. MODE (Air Delivery Mode
passenger seat. See Heated and may not work properly. Control)
Ventilated Seats 0 12.
4. TEMP (Temperature Control)
Rear Climate Control
5. Heated Rear Seats (If
System Equipped)
The rear climate control system is
on the rear of the center console
storage. The settings can be
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REAR O : Touch REAR O to turn Automatic Operation
the rear climate control on or off. AUTO : Touch AUTO or touch Rear
Sync : Touch Sync on the rear AUTO on the rear climate display to
climate display to match the rear automatically control air delivery
climate control temperature to the and fan speed. A is indicated in the
front climate control driver display on the rear of the center
temperature. The Sync button will console storage when automatic
be lit. Adjust the rear climate control operation is active. If any of the
temperature to change the linked climate control settings are manually
temperature. The Sync button adjusted, this cancels full automatic
turns off. operation.
Rear Climate Display Rear Control Lockout : Touch The display on the rear of the center
Rear Control Lockout on the rear console storage only indicates
1. Outside Temperature Display climate display to lock or unlock climate control functions when the
2. Sync (Synchronized control of the rear climate control system is in rear independent mode.
Temperatures) system from the front seat. When When Sync is active the display is
locked, Q will show on the rear not shown.
3. Front Climate Control Display
climate display. The rear climate Manual Operation
4. REAR O (On/Off) control system cannot be adjusted
from the second row seats. 9 : Turn the knob clockwise or
5. Rear Auto (Automatic counterclockwise or press and
Operation)
hold S or T on the rear climate
6. Rear Control Lockout display to increase or decrease the
7. Fan Control fan speed.
8. Air Delivery Mode Control
9. Rear Climate Temperature
Control
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TEMP : Turn the knob clockwise or .
counterclockwise or press and hold
Air Vents Clear snow off the hood to
improve visibility and help
the rear climate display temperature Use the slider switch on the air decrease moisture drawn into
controls to adjust the rear outlets to change the direction of the the vehicle.
passenger temperature. If Sync is airflow, or to open and close off the . Use of non-GM approved hood
lit, the rear climate temperature is airflow.
deflectors can adversely affect
linked to the driver temperature There are also outlets overhead in the performance of the system.
setting. the rear passenger area; adjust as . Keep the path under all seats
Y/6 or MODE : Touch one or both needed.
clear of objects to help circulate
modes on the rear climate display or Keep all outlets open whenever the air inside the vehicle more
press MODE on the rear climate possible for best system effectively.
controls to change the direction of performance.
the airflow in the rear seating area. . If fogging reoccurs while in vent
Press MODE again to deselect. Operation Tips or bi-level modes with mild
Active modes will be highlighted. temperature throughout the
. Clear away any ice, snow, vehicle, turn on the air
M or L : If equipped, press M or L or leaves from the air inlets at conditioner to reduce windshield
to heat the left or right outboard the base of the windshield that fogging.
seat. See Heated Rear Seats 0 72. can block the flow of air into the
vehicle.
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Maintenance During service, all refrigerants
should be reclaimed with proper
equipment. Venting refrigerants
Passenger Compartment directly to the atmosphere is harmful
Air Filter to the environment and may also
create unsafe conditions based on
The filter reduces dust, pollen, and
inhalation, combustion, frostbite,
other airborne irritants from outside
or other health-based concerns.
air that is pulled into the vehicle.
The filter should be replaced as part The air conditioning system requires
of routine scheduled maintenance. periodic maintenance. See
See Maintenance Schedule 0 342. Maintenance Schedule 0 342.
See your dealer regarding
replacement of the filter.
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.
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Driving and Shifting out of Park . . . . . . . . . . . 204
Parking over Things
Adaptive Cruise Control . . . . . . 223
Driver Assistance Systems
Operating That Burn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207
Extended Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . 207 Driver Assistance Systems . . . 232
Assistance Systems for
Engine Exhaust Parking or Backing . . . . . . . . . . 233
Driving Information Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207 Assistance Systems for
Distracted Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . 183 Running the Vehicle While Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184 Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208 Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
Drunk Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 184 Automatic Transmission Forward Automatic
Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184 Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 208 Braking (FAB) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185 Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213 Front Pedestrian Braking
Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . 185 Tow/Haul Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214 (FPB) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186 Side Blind Zone
Off-Road Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186 Drive Systems
All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214 Alert (SBZA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243
Driving on Wet Roads . . . . . . . . 191 Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . 243
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . 192 Brakes Lane Departure
Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192 Antilock Brake Warning (LDW) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245
If the Vehicle Is Stuck . . . . . . . . 194 System (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215 Lane Keep Assist (LKA) . . . . . . 245
Vehicle Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . 194 Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . 215
Brake Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217 Fuel
Starting and Operating Top Tier Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247
New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . . 198 Hill Start Assist (HSA) . . . . . . . . 217
Recommended Fuel . . . . . . . . . . 247
Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199 Ride Control Systems Prohibited Fuels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . 200 Traction Control/Electronic Fuels in Foreign Countries . . . 248
Stop/Start System . . . . . . . . . . . . 201 Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218 Fuel Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
Engine Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202 Driver Mode Control . . . . . . . . . . 220 Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
Retained Accessory Filling a Portable Fuel
Power (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203 Cruise Control Container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
Shifting Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204 Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221
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Trailer Towing . Designate a front seat
Driving Information passenger to handle potential
General Towing
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250 distractions.
Driving Characteristics and Distracted Driving
. Become familiar with vehicle
Towing Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250 Distraction comes in many forms features before driving, such as
Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254 and can take your focus from the programming favorite radio
Towing Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . 257 task of driving. Exercise good stations and adjusting climate
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) . . . 261 judgment and do not let other control and seat settings.
activities divert your attention away Program all trip information into
Conversions and Add-Ons from the road. Many local
Add-On Electrical any navigation device prior to
governments have enacted laws driving.
Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
regarding driver distraction. Become
familiar with the local laws in . Wait until the vehicle is parked
your area. to retrieve items that have fallen
to the floor.
To avoid distracted driving, keep
your eyes on the road, keep your . Stop or park the vehicle to tend
hands on the steering wheel, and to children.
focus your attention on driving. . Keep pets in an appropriate
. Do not use a phone in carrier or restraint.
demanding driving situations. . Avoid stressful conversations
Use a hands-free method to while driving, whether with a
place or receive necessary passenger or on a cell phone.
phone calls.
. Watch the road. Do not read,
take notes, or look up
information on phones or other
electronic devices.
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. Focus on the task of driving. Braking
{ Warning
Drunk Driving Braking action involves perception
Taking your eyes off the road too time and reaction time. Deciding to
long or too often could cause a Death and injury associated with push the brake pedal is perception
crash resulting in injury or death. drinking and driving is a global time. Actually doing it is
Focus your attention on driving. tragedy. reaction time.
Average driver reaction time is
Refer to the infotainment manual for { Warning about three-quarters of a second. In
more information on using that that time, a vehicle moving at
Drinking and then driving is very 100 km/h (60 mph) travels 20 m
system and the navigation system,
dangerous. Your reflexes, (66 ft), which could be a lot of
if equipped, including pairing and
using a cell phone. perceptions, attentiveness, and distance in an emergency.
judgment can be affected by even
a small amount of alcohol. You Helpful braking tips to keep in mind
Defensive Driving can have a serious — or even include:
Defensive driving means “always fatal — collision if you drive after . Keep enough distance between
expect the unexpected.” The first drinking. you and the vehicle in front
step in driving defensively is to wear of you.
the seat belt. See Seat Belts 0 75. Do not drink and drive or ride with
a driver who has been drinking. . Avoid needless heavy braking.
. Assume that other road users Ride home in a cab; or if you are . Keep pace with traffic.
(pedestrians, bicyclists, and with a group, designate a driver
other drivers) are going to be If the engine ever stops while the
who will not drink.
careless and make mistakes. vehicle is being driven, brake
Anticipate what they might do normally but do not pump the
and be ready. Control of a Vehicle brakes. Doing so could make the
. Allow enough following distance pedal harder to push down. If the
Braking, steering, and accelerating engine stops, there will be some
between you and the driver in are important factors in helping to power brake assist but it will be
front of you. control a vehicle while driving. used when the brake is applied.
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Once the power assist is used up, it See your dealer if there is a Off-Road Recovery
can take longer to stop and the problem.
brake pedal will be harder to push.
Curve Tips
Steering . Take curves at a reasonable
speed.
Electric Power Steering
. Reduce speed before entering a
The vehicle has electric power curve.
steering. It does not have power
. Maintain a reasonable steady
steering fluid. Regular maintenance
is not required. speed through the curve.
If power steering assist is lost due . Wait until the vehicle is out of
to a system malfunction, the vehicle the curve before accelerating
can be steered, but may require gently into the straightaway.
increased effort. Steering in Emergencies The vehicle's right wheels can drop
If the steering assist is used for an off the edge of a road onto the
. There are some situations when
extended period of time while the shoulder while driving. Follow
steering around a problem may
vehicle is not moving, power assist these tips:
be more effective than braking.
may be reduced. 1. Ease off the accelerator and
. Holding both sides of the
If the steering wheel is turned until it then, if there is nothing in the
steering wheel allows you to turn
reaches the end of its travel and is way, steer the vehicle so that it
180 degrees without removing
held against that position for an straddles the edge of the
a hand. pavement.
extended period of time, power
steering assist may be reduced. . The Antilock Brake System
2. Turn the steering wheel about
(ABS) allows steering while
Normal use of the power steering one-eighth of a turn, until the
braking.
assist should return when the right front tire contacts the
system cools down. pavement edge.
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3. Turn the steering wheel to go If the vehicle starts to slide, follow Remember: Antilock brakes help
straight down the roadway. these suggestions: avoid only the braking skid.
. Ease your foot off the
Loss of Control accelerator pedal and steer the Off-Road Driving
Skidding way you want the vehicle to go. All-wheel-drive vehicles can be
The vehicle may straighten out. used for off-road driving. Vehicles
There are three types of skids that Be ready for a second skid if it without all-wheel drive and vehicles
correspond to the vehicle's three occurs. not equipped with All Terrain (AT) or
control systems: On-Off Road (OOR) tires must not
. Slow down and adjust your
. Braking Skid — wheels are not driving according to weather be driven off-road except on a level,
rolling. conditions. Stopping distance solid surface. To contact the tire
. Steering or Cornering Skid — can be longer and vehicle manufacturer for more information
control can be affected when about the original equipment tires,
too much speed or steering in a
traction is reduced by water, see the warranty manual.
curve causes tires to slip and
lose cornering force. snow, ice, gravel, or other Controlling the vehicle is the key to
material on the road. Learn to successful off-road driving. One of
. Acceleration Skid — too much recognize warning clues — such the best ways to control the vehicle
throttle causes the driving as enough water, ice, or packed is to control the speed.
wheels to spin. snow on the road to make a
mirrored surface — and slow
Defensive drivers avoid most skids
by taking reasonable care suited to down when you have any doubt.
{ Warning
existing conditions, and by not . Try to avoid sudden steering, When driving off-road, bouncing
overdriving those conditions. But acceleration, or braking, and quick changes in direction
skids are always possible. including reducing vehicle speed can easily throw you out of
by shifting to a lower gear. Any position. This could cause you to
sudden changes could cause lose control and crash. You and
the tires to slide. your passengers should always
wear seat belts.
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Before Driving Off-Road
Caution Warning (Continued)
. Have all necessary maintenance
and service work completed. Operating the vehicle for heaviest things should be
. Fuel the vehicle, fill fluid levels, extended periods without the front on the floor, forward of the
and check inflation pressure in fascia lower air dam installed can rear axle.
all tires, including the spare, cause improper airflow to the . Heavy loads on the roof
if equipped. engine. Reattach the front fascia raise the vehicle's center of
. air dam after off-road driving. gravity, making it more likely
Read all the information about
all-wheel-drive vehicles in this to roll over. You can be
manual. Loading the Vehicle for seriously or fatally injured if
the vehicle rolls over. Put
. Make sure all underbody Off-Road Driving heavy loads inside the
shields, if equipped, are properly cargo area, not on the roof.
attached. { Warning
. Know the local laws that apply to . For more information about loading
Unsecured cargo on the
off-road driving. load floor can be tossed the vehicle, see Vehicle Load Limits
To gain more ground clearance if about when driving over 0 194.
needed, it may be necessary to rough terrain. You or your
passengers can be struck
Environmental Concerns
remove the front fascia lower air
dam. However, driving without the by flying objects. Secure the . Always use established trails,
air dam reduces fuel economy. cargo properly. roads, and areas that have been
. set aside for public off-road
Keep cargo in the cargo
recreational driving and obey all
area as far forward and as
posted regulations.
low as possible. The
(Continued) . Do not damage shrubs, flowers,
trees, or grasses or disturb
wildlife.
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. Do not park over things that When driving on hills: . When driving down a hill, keep
burn. See Parking over Things . Use a low gear and keep a firm the vehicle headed straight
That Burn 0 207. grip on the steering wheel. down. Use a low gear because
the engine will work with the
Driving on Hills . Maintain a slow speed. brakes to slow the vehicle and
Driving safely on hills requires good . When possible, drive straight up help keep the vehicle under
judgment and an understanding of or down the hill. control.
what the vehicle can and cannot do.
. Slow down when approaching
the top of the hill. { Warning
{ Warning . Use headlamps even during the Heavy braking when going down
Many hills are simply too steep day to make the vehicle more a hill can cause your brakes to
for any vehicle. Driving up hills visible. overheat and fade. This could
can cause the vehicle to stall. cause loss of control and you or
Driving down hills can cause loss { Warning others could be injured or killed.
of control. Driving across hills can Apply the brakes lightly when
cause a rollover. You could be Driving to the top of a hill at high descending a hill and use a low
injured or killed. Do not drive on speed can cause a crash. There gear to keep vehicle speed under
steep hills. could be a drop-off, embankment, control.
cliff, or even another vehicle. You
could be seriously injured or
Before driving on a hill, assess the If the vehicle stalls on a hill:
killed. As you near the top of a
steepness, traction, and 1. Apply the brakes to stop the
hill, slow down and stay alert.
obstructions. If the terrain ahead vehicle, and then apply the
cannot be seen, get out of the parking brake.
vehicle and walk the hill before . Never go downhill forward or
driving further. backward with the transmission
in N (Neutral). The brakes could
overheat and you could lose
control.
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2. Shift into P (Park) and then 3. If the vehicle cannot be . Hidden obstacles can make the
restart the engine. restarted after stalling, set the steepness of the incline more
. If driving uphill when the parking brake, shift the severe. If a rock is driven across
vehicle stalls, shift to transmission into P (Park), and with the uphill wheels, or if the
R (Reverse), release the turn the vehicle off. downhill wheels drop into a rut
parking brake, and back 3.1. Leave the vehicle and or depression, the vehicle can tilt
straight down. seek help. even more.
. Never try to turn the vehicle . If an incline must be driven
3.2. Stay clear of the path the
around. If the hill is steep vehicle would take if it across, and the vehicle starts to
enough to stall the vehicle, rolled downhill. slide, turn downhill. This should
it is steep enough to cause help straighten out the vehicle
. Avoid turns that take the vehicle and prevent the side slipping.
it to roll over. across the incline of the hill.
. If you cannot make it up the
hill, back straight down
A hill that can be driven straight
up or down might be too steep to
{ Warning
the hill. drive across. Driving across an Getting out of the vehicle on the
. Never back down a hill in incline puts more weight on the downhill side when stopped
N (Neutral) using only the downhill wheels which could across an incline is dangerous.
brake. cause a downhill slide or a If the vehicle rolls over, you could
rollover. be crushed or killed. Always get
. The vehicle can roll
. Surface conditions can be a out on the uphill side of the
backward quickly and you
could lose control. problem. Loose gravel, muddy vehicle and stay well clear of the
spots, or even wet grass can rollover path.
. If driving downhill when the cause the tires to slip sideways,
vehicle stalls, shift to a downhill. If the vehicle slips
lower gear, release the sideways, it can hit something
parking brake, and drive that will trip it – a rock, a rut, etc.
straight down the hill. – and roll over.
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Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow,
or Ice Warning (Continued) Caution
Use a low gear when driving in mud you and your passengers could Do not drive through standing
– the deeper the mud, the lower the drown. Drive your vehicle on safe water if it is deep enough to cover
gear. Keep the vehicle moving to surfaces only. the wheel hubs, axles, or exhaust
avoid getting stuck. pipe. Deep water can damage the
Traction changes when driving on axle and other vehicle parts.
Driving in Water
sand. On loose sand, such as on
beaches or sand dunes, the tires
tend to sink into the sand. This { Warning If the standing water is not too deep,
drive through it slowly. At faster
affects steering, accelerating, and Driving through rushing water can speeds, water can get into the
braking. Drive at a reduced speed be dangerous. Deep water can engine and cause it to stall. Stalling
and avoid sharp turns or abrupt sweep your vehicle downstream can occur if the exhaust pipe is
maneuvers. under water. Do not turn off the
and you and your passengers
Traction is reduced on hard packed could drown. If it is only shallow ignition when driving through water.
snow and ice and it is easy to lose water, it can still wash away the If the exhaust pipe is under water,
control. Reduce vehicle speed when ground from under your tires. the engine will not start. When going
driving on hard packed snow through water, the brakes get wet
Traction could be lost, and the
and ice. and it may take longer to stop. See
vehicle could roll over. Do not
Driving on Wet Roads 0 191.
drive through rushing water.
{ Warning After Off-Road Driving
Driving on frozen lakes, ponds, Remove any brush or debris that
or rivers can be dangerous. Ice has collected on the underbody or
conditions vary greatly and the chassis, or under the hood. These
vehicle could fall through the ice; accumulations can be a fire hazard.
(Continued)
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After operation in mud or sand, wet enough and you are going fast
have the brake linings cleaned and { Warning enough. When the vehicle is
checked. These substances can hydroplaning, it has little or no
cause glazing and uneven braking. Wet brakes can cause crashes. contact with the road.
Check the body structure, steering, They might not work as well in a
quick stop and could cause There is no hard and fast rule about
suspension, wheels, tires, and hydroplaning. The best advice is to
exhaust system for damage and pulling to one side. You could
lose control of the vehicle. slow down when the road is wet.
check the fuel lines and cooling
system for any leakage. After driving through a large Other Rainy Weather Tips
More frequent maintenance service puddle of water or a car/vehicle Besides slowing down, other wet
is required. See Maintenance wash, lightly apply the brake weather driving tips include:
Schedule 0 342. pedal until the brakes work . Allow extra following distance.
normally.
Driving on Wet Roads . Pass with caution.
Flowing or rushing water creates
Rain and wet roads can reduce strong forces. Driving through . Keep windshield wiping
vehicle traction and affect your flowing water could cause the equipment in good shape.
ability to stop and accelerate. vehicle to be carried away. If this . Keep the windshield washer fluid
Always drive slower in these types happens, you and other vehicle reservoir filled.
of driving conditions and avoid occupants could drown. Do not . Have good tires with proper
driving through large puddles and ignore police warnings and be
deep-standing or flowing water. tread depth. See Tires 0 295.
very cautious about trying to drive
through flowing water. . Turn off cruise control.
. Activate All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
Hydroplaning mode. See Driver Mode Control
0 220.
Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water
can build up under the vehicle's
tires so they actually ride on the
water. This can happen if the road is
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Hill and Mountain Roads Winter Driving
{ Warning
Driving on steep hills or through Driving on Snow or Ice
mountains is different than driving Coasting downhill in N (Neutral)
on flat or rolling terrain. Tips include: or with the ignition off is Snow or ice between the tires and
dangerous. This can cause the road creates less traction or
. Keep the vehicle serviced and in grip, so drive carefully. Wet ice can
good shape. overheating of the brakes and
loss of steering assist. Always occur at about 0 °C (32 °F) when
. Check all fluid levels and brakes, freezing rain begins to fall. Avoid
have the engine running and the
tires, cooling system, and driving on wet ice or in freezing rain
vehicle in gear.
transmission. until roads can be treated.
. Shift to a lower gear when going . For Slippery Road Driving:
Drive at speeds that keep the
down steep or long hills. vehicle in its own lane. Do not . Accelerate gently. Accelerating
swing wide or cross the too quickly causes the wheels to
{ Warning center line. spin and makes the surface
. Be alert on top of hills; under the tires slick.
Using the brakes to slow the
vehicle on a long downhill slope something could be in your lane . Turn on Traction Control. See
can cause brake overheating, can (e.g., stalled car, crash). Traction Control/Electronic
reduce brake performance, and . Pay attention to special road Stability Control 0 218.
could result in a loss of braking. signs (e.g., falling rocks area, . The Antilock Brake System
Shift the transmission to a lower winding roads, long grades, (ABS) improves vehicle stability
gear to let the engine assist the passing or no-passing zones) during hard stops, but the
brakes on a steep downhill slope. and take appropriate action. brakes should be applied sooner
. Select All-Wheel Drive (AWD) than when on dry pavement.
Mode. See Driver Mode Control See Antilock Brake System
0 220 and All-Wheel Drive (ABS) 0 215.
0 214.
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. Allow greater following distance . Tie a red cloth to an outside
and watch for slippery spots. Icy mirror. Warning (Continued)
patches can occur on otherwise
. Adjust the climate control
clear roads in shaded areas.
The surface of a curve or an
{ Warning system to circulate the air
overpass can remain icy when inside the vehicle and set
Snow can trap engine exhaust
the surrounding roads are clear. the fan speed to the highest
under the vehicle. This may setting. See “Climate
Avoid sudden steering cause exhaust gases to get
maneuvers and braking while Control Systems.”
inside. Engine exhaust contains
on ice. carbon monoxide (CO), which For more information about CO,
. Turn off cruise control. cannot be seen or smelled. It can see Engine Exhaust 0 207.
. cause unconsciousness and even
Select All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
Mode for vehicles equipped with death. To save fuel, run the engine for
AWD. Select Snow/Ice Mode for If the vehicle is stuck in snow: short periods to warm the vehicle
FWD only vehicles. See Driver and then shut the engine off and
. Clear snow from the base of partially close the window. Moving
Mode Control 0 220 and
the vehicle, especially any about to keep warm also helps.
All-Wheel Drive 0 214.
blocking the exhaust pipe.
If it takes time for help to arrive,
Blizzard Conditions . Open a window about 5 cm when running the engine, push the
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and (2 in) on the vehicle side accelerator pedal slightly so the
signal for help. Stay with the vehicle that is away from the wind, engine runs faster than the idle
unless there is help nearby. to bring in fresh air. speed. This keeps the battery
If possible, use Roadside . Fully open the air outlets on charged to restart the vehicle and to
Assistance. See Roadside or under the instrument signal for help with the headlamps.
Assistance Program 0 360. To get panel. Do this as little as possible, to
help and keep everyone in the save fuel.
vehicle safe: (Continued)
. Turn on the hazard warning
flashers.
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If the Vehicle Is Stuck Rocking the Vehicle to Get vehicle capacity weight and
it Out includes the weight of all
Slowly and cautiously spin the
wheels to free the vehicle when Turn the steering wheel left and occupants, cargo, and all
stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. right to clear the area around the nonfactory-installed options.
front wheels. Turn off any traction Two labels on the vehicle may
If stuck too severely for the traction show how much weight it may
system. Shift back and forth
system to free the vehicle, turn the
traction system off and use the
between R (Reverse) and a low properly carry, the Tire and
forward gear, spinning the wheels Loading Information label and
rocking method. See Traction
as little as possible. To prevent the Certification/Tire label.
Control/Electronic Stability Control
transmission wear, wait until the
0 218.
wheels stop spinning before shifting
gears. Release the accelerator { Warning
{ Warning pedal while shifting, and press Do not load the vehicle any
lightly on the accelerator pedal
If the vehicle's tires spin at high when the transmission is in gear.
heavier than the Gross
speed, they can explode, and you Slowly spinning the wheels in the Vehicle Weight Rating
or others could be injured. The forward and reverse directions (GVWR), or either the
vehicle can overheat, causing an causes a rocking motion that could maximum front or rear Gross
engine compartment fire or other free the vehicle. If that does not get Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
damage. Spin the wheels as little the vehicle out after a few tries, it This can cause systems to
as possible and avoid going might need to be towed out. If the break and change the way the
above 56 km/h (35 mph). vehicle does need to be towed out, vehicle handles. This could
see Towing the Vehicle 0 327. cause loss of control and a
Select All-Wheel Drive (AWD) crash. Overloading can also
Mode. See Driver Mode Control Vehicle Load Limits reduce stopping distance,
0 220 and All-Wheel Drive 0 214. It is very important to know how damage the tires, and shorten
much weight the vehicle can the life of the vehicle.
carry. This weight is called the
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Tire and Loading Information The Tire and Loading 2. Determine the combined
Label Information label also shows the weight of the driver and
size of the original equipment passengers that will be
tires (3) and the recommended riding in your vehicle.
cold tire inflation pressures (4). 3. Subtract the combined
For more information on tires weight of the driver and
and inflation see Tires 0 295 passengers from XXX kg or
and Tire Pressure 0 302. XXX lbs.
There is also important loading 4. The resulting figure equals
information on the vehicle
the available amount of
Certification/Tire label. It may
cargo and luggage load
show the Gross Vehicle Weight
capacity. For example, if the
Rating (GVWR) and the Gross
Example Label
"XXX" amount equals
Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for
1400 lbs. and there will be
A vehicle-specific Tire and the front and rear axle. See
five 150 lb passengers in
Loading Information label is “Certification/Tire Label” later in
your vehicle, the amount of
attached to the center pillar this section.
available cargo and luggage
(B-pillar). The tire and loading “Steps for Determining Correct load capacity is 650 lbs.
information label shows the Load Limit– (1400-750 (5 x 150) =
number of occupant seating 1. Locate the statement "The 650 lbs.)
positions (1), and the maximum combined weight of 5. Determine the combined
vehicle capacity weight (2) in occupants and cargo should
kilograms and pounds. weight of luggage and cargo
never exceed XXX kg or being loaded on the vehicle.
XXX lbs." on your vehicle’s That weight may not safely
placard.
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exceed the available cargo
and luggage load capacity
calculated in Step 4.
6. If your vehicle will be towing
a trailer, load from your
trailer will be transferred to
your vehicle. Consult this
manual to determine how
this reduces the available
cargo and luggage load
capacity of your vehicle.”
Example 1 Example 2
See Trailer Towing 0 254 for
important information on towing 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight
a trailer, towing safety rules and for Example 1 = 453 kg for Example 2 = 453 kg
trailering tips. (1,000 lbs). (1,000 lbs).
2. Subtract Occupant 2. Subtract Occupant
Weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs) Weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs)
× 2 = 136 kg (300 lbs). × 5 = 340 kg (750 lbs).
3. Available Occupant and 3. Available Cargo Weight
Cargo Weight = 317 kg = 113 kg (250 lbs).
(700 lbs).
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weight of the driver, passengers, Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR).
and cargo should never exceed The GVWR includes the weight
the vehicle's capacity weight. of the vehicle, all occupants,
Certification/Tire Label
fuel, and cargo.
The Certification/Tire label may
also show the maximum weights
for the front and rear axles,
called the Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR). To find out the
actual loads on the front and
rear axles, weigh the vehicle at
Example 3 a weigh station. Your dealer can
help with this. Be sure to spread
1. Vehicle Capacity Weight
the load equally on both sides of
for Example 3 = 453 kg the centerline.
(1,000 lbs).
2. Subtract Occupant Label Example
Caution
Weight @ 91 kg A vehicle-specific Certification/
(200 lbs) × 5 = 453 kg Tire label is attached to the Overloading the vehicle may
(1,000 lbs). center pillar (B-pillar). cause damage. Repairs would not
3. Available Cargo Weight be covered by the vehicle
The label may show the size of warranty. Do not overload the
= 0 kg (0 lbs).
the vehicle's original tires and vehicle.
Refer to the vehicle's tire and the inflation pressures needed to
loading information label for obtain the gross weight capacity
specific information about the of the vehicle. The label shows
vehicle's capacity weight and the gross weight capacity of the
seating positions. The combined vehicle. This is called the Gross
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{ Warning Warning (Continued) Starting and

Operating
Things inside the vehicle can . Do not leave an
strike and injure people in a unsecured child restraint New Vehicle Break-In
sudden stop or turn, or in a in the vehicle.
crash.
. Secure loose items in the Caution
. Put things in the cargo vehicle. The vehicle does not need an
area of the vehicle. In the
cargo area, put them as . Do not leave a seat elaborate break-in. But it will
far forward as possible. folded down unless perform better in the long run if
Try to spread the weight needed. you follow these guidelines:
evenly. . Do not drive at any one
constant speed, fast or slow,
. Never stack heavier for the first 800 km (500 mi).
things, like suitcases, Do not make full-throttle
inside the vehicle so that starts. Avoid downshifting to
some of them are above brake or slow the vehicle.
the tops of the seats. . Avoid making hard stops for
(Continued) the first 300 km (200 mi) or
so. During this time the new
brake linings are not yet
broken in. Hard stops with
new linings can mean
premature wear and earlier
replacement. Follow this
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The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) If the vehicle is in N (Neutral), the
Caution (Continued) transmitter must be in the vehicle for ignition will return to ACC/
the system to operate. If the ACCESSORY and display the
breaking-in guideline every pushbutton start is not working, the message SHIFT TO PARK in the
time you get new brake vehicle may be near a strong radio Driver Information Center (DIC).
linings. antenna signal causing interference When the vehicle is shifted into
Following break-in, engine speed to the Keyless Access system. See P (Park), the ignition will turn off.
and load can be gradually Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Do not turn the engine off when the
increased. System Operation 0 29. vehicle is moving. This will cause a
To shift out of P (Park), the engine loss of power assist in the brake
Ignition Positions must be running, and the brake and steering systems and disable
pedal must be applied. the airbags.
Stopping the Engine/OFF (No If the vehicle must be shut off in an
Indicator Lights) : When the emergency:
vehicle is stopped, press ENGINE 1. Brake using a firm and steady
START/STOP once to turn the pressure. Do not pump the
engine off. brakes repeatedly. This may
If the vehicle is in P (Park), the deplete power assist, requiring
ignition will turn off, and Retained increased brake pedal force.
Accessory Power (RAP) will remain 2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral).
active. See Retained Accessory This can be done while the
Power (RAP) 0 203. vehicle is moving. After shifting
If the vehicle is in R (Reverse), D to N (Neutral), firmly apply the
(Drive) or L (Low), the vehicle will brakes and steer the vehicle to
Vehicles with Keyless Access have shift to P (Park), the ignition will turn a safe location.
pushbutton starting. off, and Retained Accessory Power 3. Come to a complete stop and
(RAP) will remain active. shift to P (Park).
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4. Set the parking brake. See The ignition will switch from ACC/ driven. The engine will not start in
Electric Parking Brake 0 215. ACCESSORY to OFF after Service Mode. Press the button
5. Press ENGINE START/STOP five minutes to prevent battery again to turn the vehicle off.
to turn the vehicle off. rundown.
ON/RUN/START (Green Indicator Starting the Engine
{ Warning Light) : This mode is for driving and
starting. With the ignition off, and
Press the P (Park) button on the
shift lever or shift the vehicle to
Turning off the vehicle while the brake pedal applied, pressing N (Neutral). The engine will not start
moving may cause loss of power the button once will place the in any other position. To restart the
assist in the brake and steering ignition system in ON/RUN/START. engine when the vehicle is already
systems and disable the airbags. Once engine cranking begins, moving, use N (Neutral) only.
While driving, only shut the release the button. Engine cranking
vehicle off in an emergency. will continue until the engine starts.
Caution
See Starting the Engine 0 200. The
ignition will then remain on. Do not try to shift to P (Park) if the
If the vehicle cannot be pulled over,
Service Mode vehicle is moving. If you do, you
and must be shut off while driving,
press and hold ENGINE START/ could damage the transmission.
This power mode is available for
STOP for longer than two seconds, Shift to P (Park) only when the
service and diagnostics, and to
or press twice in five seconds. vehicle is stopped.
verify the proper operation of the
ACC/ACCESSORY (Amber malfunction indicator lamp as may
Indicator Light) : This mode allows be required for emission inspection
some electrical accessories to be purposes. With the vehicle off, and Caution
used when the engine is off. the brake pedal not applied,
pressing and holding the button for If you add electrical parts or
With the ignition off, pressing the more than five seconds will place accessories, you could change
button one time without the brake the vehicle in Service Mode. The the way the engine operates. Any
pedal applied will place the ignition instruments and audio systems will
system in ACC/ACCESSORY. resulting damage would not be
operate as they do in ON/RUN, but
the vehicle will not be able to be (Continued)
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starts briefly but then stops
Caution (Continued) Caution again, do the same thing. This
clears the extra gasoline from
covered by the vehicle warranty. Cranking the engine for long the engine. Do not race the
See Add-On Electrical Equipment periods of time, by returning the engine immediately after
0 262. ignition to the START position starting it. Operate the engine
immediately after cranking has and transmission gently until
ended, can overheat and damage the oil warms up and lubricates
Starting Procedure
the cranking motor, and drain the all moving parts.
1. With the Keyless Access battery. Wait at least 15 seconds
system, the RKE transmitter between each try, to let the Stop/Start System
must be in the vehicle. Press cranking motor cool down.
ENGINE START/STOP with the The Stop/Start system will shut off
brake pedal applied. When the the engine to help conserve fuel.
engine begins cranking, let go 2. If the engine does not start It has components designed for the
of the button. after five to 10 seconds, increased number of starts.
especially in very cold weather
The idle speed will go down as
the engine gets warm. Do not
(below −18 °C or 0 °F), it could
be flooded with too much
{ Warning
race the engine immediately gasoline. Try pushing the
after starting it. The automatic engine Stop/Start
accelerator pedal all the way to feature causes the engine to shut
If the RKE transmitter is not in the floor and holding it there as off while the vehicle is still on. Do
the vehicle, if there is you press ENGINE START/ not exit the vehicle before shifting
interference, or if the RKE STOP, for up to a maximum of to P (Park). The vehicle may
battery is low, the Driver 15 seconds. Wait at least
restart and move unexpectedly.
Information Center (DIC) will 15 seconds between each try,
Always shift to P (Park), and then
display a message. to allow the cranking motor to
cool down. When the engine turn the ignition off before exiting
starts, let go of the button and the vehicle.
the accelerator. If the vehicle
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Auto Engine Stop/Start . The accelerator pedal is engine heater should be plugged in
When the brakes are applied and pressed. at least four hours before starting.
the vehicle is at a complete stop, . The engine or transmission is Some models may have an internal
the engine may turn off. When not at the required operating thermostat in the cord which will
stopped, the tachometer displays temperature. prevent engine heater operation at
AUTO STOP. See Tachometer temperatures above 0 °F (−18 °C).
. The outside temperature is not
0 133. When the brake pedal is in the required operating range. To Use the Engine Heater
released or the accelerator pedal is
pressed, the engine will restart. . The vehicle is in any gear other 1. Turn off the engine.
than D (Drive).
To maintain vehicle performance,
other conditions may cause the . Tow/Haul Mode or other driver
engine to automatically restart modes have been selected.
before the brake pedal is released. . The vehicle is on a steep hill or
Auto Stops may not occur and/or grade.
auto restarts may occur because: . The driver door has been
. The climate control settings opened or driver seat belt has
require the engine to be running been unbuckled.
to cool or heat the vehicle . The hood has been opened.
interior.
. The Auto Stop has reached the
. The vehicle battery charge maximum allowed time.
is low.
2. Open the hood and unwrap the
. The vehicle battery has recently Engine Heater electrical cord. The bundled
been disconnected. cord is on the driver side of the
The engine heater can provide
. Minimum vehicle speed has not easier starting and better fuel engine compartment, in front of
been reached since the last economy during engine warm-up in the battery. See Engine
Auto Stop. cold weather conditions at or below Compartment Overview 0 267.
0 °F (−18 °C). Vehicles with an
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Check the heater cord for 4. Before starting the engine, be
damage. If it is damaged, do Warning (Continued) sure to unplug and store the
not use it. See your dealer for cord as it was before to keep it
a replacement. Inspect the condition, or using a away from moving engine
cord for damage yearly. damaged heater or parts. If you do not, it could be
extension cord, could make damaged.
3. Plug the cord into a normal, it overheat and cause a fire,
grounded 110-volt AC outlet. property damage, electric The length of time the heater should
shock, and injury. remain plugged in depends on
{ Warning . Do not operate the vehicle
several factors. Ask a dealer in the
area where you will be parking the
with the heater cord vehicle for the best advice on this.
Improper use of the heater cord
permanently attached to the
or an extension cord can damage vehicle. Possible heater
the cord and may result in cord and thermostat Retained Accessory
overheating and fire. damage could occur. Power (RAP)
. Plug the cord into a . While in use, do not let the Some vehicle accessories may be
three-prong electrical utility heater cord touch vehicle used after the ignition is turned off.
receptacle that is protected parts or sharp edges. Never
by a ground fault detection The power windows and sunroof,
close the hood on the if equipped, will continue to work for
function. An ungrounded heater cord.
outlet could cause an up to 10 minutes or until any door is
electric shock. . Before starting the vehicle, opened.
unplug the cord, reattach The infotainment system will
. Use a weatherproof, the cover to the plug, and
heavy-duty, 15 amp-rated continue to work for 10 minutes,
securely fasten the cord. until the driver door is opened,
extension cord if needed. Keep the cord away from
Failure to use the or until the ignition is turned on or
any moving parts. placed in ACC/ACCESSORY.
recommended extension
cord in good operating
(Continued)
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Shifting Into Park Warning (Continued)
If you are towing a trailer and
parking on a hill, see Driving
To shift into P (Park): Characteristics and Towing Tips
Do not leave the vehicle when the 0 250.
1. Press the brake pedal and
engine is running. If you have left
come to complete stop.
the engine running, the vehicle Shifting out of Park
2. Press the button on top of the can move suddenly. You or others
shift lever to shift into P (Park). could be injured. To be sure the This vehicle is equipped with an
See Automatic Transmission vehicle will not move, even when electronic transmission. The shift
0 208. you are on fairly level ground, lock release button is designed to
3. The P indicator on the shift always set the parking brake and prevent inadvertent shifting out of
lever will turn red when the shift to P (Park). See Shifting Into P (Park) unless the ignition is in on,
vehicle is in P (Park). Park 0 204. If you are towing a the brake pedal is applied, and the
trailer, see Driving Characteristics
Leaving the Vehicle with the The shift lock control is always
and Towing Tips 0 250.
Engine Running functional except in the case of an
uncharged or low voltage (less than
{ Warning If you have to leave the vehicle with
the engine running, be sure the
9-volt) battery.
It can be dangerous to leave the vehicle is in P (Park) and the If the vehicle has an uncharged
vehicle with the engine running. parking brake is set before you battery or a battery with low voltage,
leave it. After you have pressed the try charging or jump starting the
It could overheat and catch fire.
P (Park) button, hold down the battery. See Jump Starting - North
It is dangerous to get out of the brake pedal. If you cannot see the America 0 324.
vehicle if the vehicle is not in P (Park) indicator in the instrument
P (Park) with the parking brake cluster, it means that the vehicle is
set. The vehicle can roll. not in P (Park).
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If the vehicle cannot shift from This vehicle includes a manual park
P (Park), a Driver Information release that can be used to shift the
Center (DIC) message will be vehicle into N (Neutral) when the
displayed. See your dealer for engine is not running.
service. Pulling the manual park release
Manual Park Release while the vehicle is on or turning the
ignition on while the manual park
{ Warning release is pulled, will result in a
Service Transmission message
The transmission will be placed in being displayed.
N (Neutral) when the manual park To place the vehicle in N (Neutral)
release is pulled. The vehicle can using the manual park release:
To shift out of P (Park): roll and you or others could be
1. Ensure the vehicle is on level
1. Ensure the engine is running. injured. Ensure the vehicle is on ground and set the parking
level ground. brake. Release the brake
2. Apply the brake pedal.
pedal.
3. Press and hold the shift lock
release button. 2. Turn the vehicle off.
Caution
4. Move the shift lever to the
desired position. The manual park release is not
5. The P indicator will turn white intended to be used for towing.
and the gear indicator on the Damage may result from using
shift lever will turn red when the manual park release in this
the vehicle is no longer in way. The repairs would not be
P (Park). covered by the vehicle warranty.
6. After releasing the shift lever, it
will return to the center
position.
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3. Use a flat-bladed tool to 6. Pull the manual park release 2. Rotate the manual park release
remove the fastener located in lever 90° to its latching 90° back to its original position.
the lower front corner of the position. 3. Apply the parking brake.
interior trim panel on the center 7. With the brake pedal released,
console to the right of the 4. Confirm that the vehicle is in
place the ignition in ACC/ P (Park) by turning the ignition
accelerator pedal. ACCESSORY. Then apply the on or placing the vehicle in
4. Use a flat-bladed tool to pry off brake pedal and release the ACC/ACCESSORY, then
the panel. parking brake. ensure that the indicator
5. Ensure more than one minute 8. Ensure there are no loose displays P.
has elapsed since Step 2. objects in the area that could 5. Reinstall the access panel and
Apply the brake pedal. bump the manual park release fastener.
lever.
To return the vehicle to P (Park)
using the manual park release:
1. Bring the vehicle to a
complete stop.
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Parking over Things See Shifting Into Park 0 204 and Engine Exhaust
Engine Exhaust 0 207.
That Burn
If the vehicle is left parked and
running with the RKE transmitter
{ Warning
{ Warning outside the vehicle, it will continue Engine exhaust contains carbon
Things that can burn could touch to run for up to half an hour. monoxide (CO), which cannot be
hot exhaust parts under the If the vehicle is left parked and seen or smelled. Exposure to CO
vehicle and ignite. Do not park running with the RKE transmitter can cause unconsciousness and
over papers, leaves, dry grass, inside the vehicle, it will continue to even death.
or other things that can burn. run for up to an hour. Exhaust may enter the vehicle if:
The vehicle could turn off sooner if it . The vehicle idles in areas
Extended Parking is parked on a hill, due to lack of with poor ventilation
available fuel. (parking garages, tunnels,
It is best not to park with the vehicle
The timer will reset if the vehicle is deep snow that may block
running. If the vehicle is left running,
taken out of P (Park) while it is underbody airflow or tail
be sure it will not move and there is
running. pipes).
adequate ventilation.
. The exhaust smells or
sounds strange or different.
. The exhaust system leaks
due to corrosion or damage.
. The vehicle exhaust system
has been modified,
damaged, or improperly
repaired.
(Continued)
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Warning (Continued)
Running the Vehicle Automatic
While Parked Transmission
. There are holes or openings
It is better not to park with the
in the vehicle body from
engine running.
damage or aftermarket
modifications that are not If the vehicle is left with the engine
completely sealed. running, follow the proper steps to
be sure the vehicle will not move.
If unusual fumes are detected or
See Shifting Into Park 0 204 and
if it is suspected that exhaust is Engine Exhaust 0 207.
coming into the vehicle:
If parking on a hill and pulling a
. Drive it only with the trailer, see Driving Characteristics
windows completely down. and Towing Tips 0 250.
. Have the vehicle repaired
immediately.
Never park the vehicle with the The shift pattern is displayed in the
engine running in an enclosed top of the shift lever. The selected
area such as a garage or a gear position will illuminate red on
building that has no fresh air the shift lever, while all others will
ventilation. be displayed in white. If the shift is
not immediate, as in very cold
conditions, the indicator on the shift
lever may flash until it is fully
engaged.
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The shift lever always starts from a P : This position locks the drive
center position, represented by an wheels. Use P (Park) when starting
amber dot on the shift pattern. After the engine because the vehicle
releasing the shift lever, it will return cannot move easily.
to the center position.
The transmission does not operate { Warning
when the vehicle is off.
It is dangerous to get out of the
If the vehicle is in ACC/ vehicle if the transmission is not
ACCESSORY, the transmission can in P (Park) with the parking brake
be shifted into P (Park). set. The vehicle can roll.
If the ignition is turned off while at a Do not leave the vehicle when the
relatively high vehicle speed, the This vehicle is equipped with an
engine is running. If the engine
transmission will automatically shift electronic transmission. The shift
has been left running, the vehicle
to N (Neutral). Once the vehicle is lock release button is designed to
stopped, P (Park) can be selected. can move suddenly. You or others
could be injured. To be sure the prevent inadvertent shifting out of
vehicle will not move, even when P (Park) unless the ignition is on,
on fairly level ground, always set the brake pedal is applied, and the
the parking brake and place the
transmission into P (Park). When the vehicle is stopped, press
See Shifting Into Park 0 204 and ENGINE START/STOP to turn off
Driving Characteristics and the vehicle. The transmission will
Towing Tips 0 250. shift to P (Park) automatically unless
the vehicle is in N (Neutral). See
“Car Wash Mode” later in this
section.
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The vehicle will not shift into shift to N (Neutral). Reduce the At low vehicle speeds, R (Reverse)
P (Park) if it is moving too fast. Stop vehicle speed and try the shift can be used to rock the vehicle
the vehicle and shift into P (Park). again. back and forth to get out of snow,
To shift in and out of P (Park), see Shifting into R (Reverse) requires ice, or sand without damaging the
Shifting Into Park 0 204 and Shifting the shift lock release button to be transmission. See If the Vehicle Is
out of Park 0 204. pressed and held. Stuck 0 194.
To shift into R (Reverse): N : In this position, the engine does

SERVICE SHIFTER SEE OWNER’S not connect with the wheels. To
MANUAL Message 1. Bring the vehicle to a restart the engine when the vehicle
When this message displays in the complete stop. is already moving, use
Driver Information Center (DIC), the 2. Press and hold the shift lock N (Neutral) only.
shift lever needs service. Have the release button on the side of
vehicle serviced as soon as
possible. If the vehicle is
the shift lever. { Warning
automatically shifting into P (Park), 3. From the center position, move Shifting into a drive gear while the
check to see if the P (Park) button the shift lever forward, and engine is running at high speed is
on top of the shift lever is stuck. To then to the left. R will illuminate
dangerous. Unless your foot is
operate the vehicle, hold the shift in red.
firmly on the brake pedal, the
lever in the desired gear, 4. After releasing the shift lever, it vehicle could move very rapidly.
R (Reverse) or D (Drive), until will return to the center You could lose control and hit
vehicle speed exceeds position. people or objects. Do not shift
15 km/h (10 mph), then release the
To shift out of R (Reverse): into a drive gear while the engine
shift lever.
is running at high speed.
R : Use this gear to back up. 1. Bring the vehicle to a
complete stop.
If the vehicle is shifted from
D (Drive) to R (Reverse) while the 2. Shift to the desired gear.
speed is too high, the vehicle will 3. After releasing the shift lever, it
will return to the center
position.
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To shift out of N (Neutral): Car Wash Mode (Engine Off –
Caution Driver in Vehicle)
Shifting out of P (Park) or complete stop. To place the vehicle in N (Neutral)
N (Neutral) with the engine 2. Shift to the desired gear. with the engine off and the vehicle
running at high speed may If selecting R (Reverse), press occupied:
damage the transmission. The and hold the shift lock release 1. Drive to the entrance of the
repairs would not be covered by button. car wash.
the vehicle warranty. Be sure the 3. After releasing the shift lever, it 2. Apply the brake pedal.
engine is not running at high will return to the center
speed when shifting the vehicle. 3. Shift to N (Neutral).
position.
4. Turn off the engine and release
Car Wash Mode the brake pedal.
The vehicle is not designed to stay
in N (Neutral) for extended periods This vehicle includes a Car Wash 5. The indicator should continue
of time. It will automatically shift into Mode that allows the vehicle to to show N. If it does not, start
P (Park). remain in N (Neutral) for use in the engine and repeat
automatic car washes. Steps 2–4.
To shift into N (Neutral):
The vehicle is not designed to stay 6. The vehicle is now ready for
1. From the center position, move
in N (Neutral) for more than the car wash.
the shift lever forward. If the
five minutes. It may automatically
vehicle is in P (Park), press Car Wash Mode (Engine Off –
shift into P (Park). N (Neutral) is not
and hold the shift lock release Driver out of Vehicle)
intended for towing. If the vehicle
button, continue holding it, and
needs to be towed, see Towing the To place the vehicle in N (Neutral)
move the shift lever forward. N
Vehicle 0 327. with the engine off and the vehicle
will illuminate in red.
unoccupied:
2. After releasing the shift lever, it
will return to the center 1. Drive to the entrance of the
position. car wash.
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3. Open the door. Car Wash Mode (Engine On – To shift into D (Drive):
4. Shift to N (Neutral). Driver out of Vehicle) 1. Bring the vehicle to a
5. Turn off the engine and release To place the vehicle in N (Neutral) complete stop.
the brake pedal. with the engine on and the vehicle 2. From the center position, move
unoccupied: the shift lever back. If the
6. The indicator should continue
to show N. If it does not, start 1. Drive to the entrance of the vehicle is in P (Park) press and
the engine and repeat car wash. hold the shift lock release
Steps 2–5. 2. Apply the brake pedal. button, continue holding it, and
move the shift lever back. D
7. Exit the vehicle and close the 3. Open the door. will illuminate in red.
door. The vehicle is now ready 4. Shift to N (Neutral), then
for the car wash. 3. After releasing the shift lever, it
release the brake pedal. will return to the center
8. The vehicle may automatically 5. The indicator should continue position.
shift to P (Park) upon re-entry. to show N. If it does not, repeat To shift out of D (Drive):
Car Wash Mode (Engine On – Steps 2–4.
Driver in Vehicle) 6. Exit the vehicle and close the complete stop.
To place the vehicle in N (Neutral) door. The vehicle is now ready
for the car wash. 2. Shift to the desired gear.
with the engine on and the vehicle
occupied: 7. The vehicle may automatically 3. After releasing the shift lever, it
shift to P (Park) upon re-entry. will return to the center
1. Drive to the entrance of the
position.
car wash. D : This position is for normal
driving. If more power is needed for Downshifting the transmission in
passing, press the accelerator slippery road conditions could result
3. Shift to N (Neutral). pedal down. in skidding. See “Skidding” under
4. Release the brake pedal. The Loss of Control 0 186.
vehicle is now ready for the
car wash.
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Caution
Manual Mode positions. Use this mode when
driving downhill or towing a trailer to
Electronic Range Select (ERS) limit the top gear and vehicle speed.
A transmission hot message may The shift position indicator within the
display if the automatic Driver Information Center (DIC) will
transmission fluid is too hot. Caution
display a number next to the L
Driving under this condition can Driving with the engine at a high indicating the highest available gear.
damage the vehicle. Stop and idle rpm without upshifting while using
the engine to cool the automatic To enter Electronic Range Select or
Manual Mode, could damage the Manual Mode:
transmission fluid. This message vehicle. Always upshift when
clears when the transmission fluid necessary while using 1. With the vehicle in D (Drive),
has cooled sufficiently. pull back on the shift lever to
Manual Mode.
activate L (Low). The L in the
shift pattern will illuminate in
red, and the D will switch to
Caution white.
Spinning the tires or holding the 2. Tap the left steering wheel
vehicle in one place on a hill control to reduce the highest
using only the accelerator pedal gear available, or the right
control to increase the highest
may damage the transmission.
gear available.
The repair will not be covered by
the vehicle warranty. If the vehicle 3. To exit, pull back on the shift
is stuck, do not spin the tires. lever a second time. The D in
When stopping on a hill, use the the shift pattern will illuminate
brakes to hold the vehicle in in red, and the L will switch to
place. white.
Electronic Range Select (ERS), When shifting to L (Low), the
or Manual Mode, allows for the transmission will shift to a preset
selection of the range of gear lower gear range. For this preset
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range, the highest gear available Drive Systems Sport Mode is canceled with each
will be displayed next to the L in the ignition cycle. See Driver Mode
DIC. All gears below that number Control 0 220.
are available to use. For example, All-Wheel Drive
When operated in FWD, the vehicle
when 4 (Fourth) is shown next to Vehicles with this feature can will deliver power to the front wheels
the L, 1 (First) through 4 (Fourth) operate in AWD Mode. only and may provide better fuel
gears are shifted automatically. To economy.
shift to 5 (Fifth) gear, tap the right
steering wheel control or shift into D When using a compact spare tire on
(Drive). an AWD vehicle, the system
automatically detects the compact
L (Low) will prevent shifting to a spare and reduces AWD
lower gear range if the engine performance to protect the system.
speed is too high. If the vehicle To restore full AWD operation and
speed is not reduced within the time prevent excessive wear on the
allowed, the lower gear range shift system, replace the compact spare
will not be completed. Slow the with a full-size tire as soon as
vehicle, then tap the left steering possible. See Compact Spare Tire
wheel control to the desired lower 0 323.
gear range.
Cruise control can be used while Press the button to select All-Wheel
in ERS. Drive (AWD).
The AWD Mode will stay selected
Tow/Haul Mode until the mode is changed. If the
This feature can assist when towing vehicle is placed in Sport Mode, see
or hauling a heavy load. To activate Driver Mode Control 0 220.
Tow/Haul Mode, see Driver Mode
Control 0 220.
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Brakes If driving safely on a wet road and it
becomes necessary to slam on the
Using ABS
Do not pump the brakes. Just hold
brakes and continue braking to
Antilock Brake avoid a sudden obstacle, a
the brake pedal down firmly and let
System (ABS) ABS work. You may hear the ABS
computer senses the wheels are
pump or motor operating and feel
slowing down. If one of the wheels
This vehicle has an Antilock Brake the brake pedal pulsate. This is
is about to stop rolling, the computer
System (ABS), an advanced normal.
will separately work the brakes at
electronic braking system that helps
each wheel. Braking in Emergencies
prevent a braking skid.
ABS can change the brake pressure ABS allows you to steer and brake
When the vehicle begins to drive
to each wheel, as required, faster at the same time. In many
away, ABS checks itself.
than any driver could. This can help emergencies, steering can help
A momentary motor or clicking noise
you steer around the obstacle while more than even the very best
may be heard while this test is going
braking hard. braking.
on, and it may even be noticed that
the brake pedal moves a little. This As the brakes are applied, the
is normal. computer keeps receiving updates Electric Parking Brake
on wheel speed and controls
braking pressure accordingly.
Remember: ABS does not change
the time needed to get a foot up to
the brake pedal or always decrease
stopping distance. If you get too
close to the vehicle in front of you,
If there is a problem with ABS, this there will not be enough time to
warning light stays on. See Antilock apply the brakes if that vehicle
Brake System (ABS) Warning Light suddenly slows or stops. Always
0 141. leave enough room up ahead to
stop, even with ABS.
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The vehicle has an Electric Parking flashes continuously, then the EPB If the EPB fails to apply, block the
Brake (EPB). The EPB can always is only partially applied or there is a rear wheels to prevent vehicle
be activated, even if the ignition is problem with the EPB. A DIC movement.
off. To prevent draining the battery, message will display. Release the
avoid repeated cycles of the EPB EPB and try to apply it again. If the EPB Release
system when the engine is not light does not come on, or keeps To release the EPB:
running. flashing, have the vehicle serviced.
1. Turn the ignition on or to ACC/
The system has a Y or PARK Do not drive the vehicle if the Y or ACCESSORY.
PARK light is flashing. See your
Electric Parking Brake light, and a 8 dealer. See Electric Parking Brake 2. Apply and hold the brake
Service Parking Brake light. Light 0 140. pedal.
See Electric Parking Brake Light 3. Press the EPB switch
0 140 and Service Electric Parking If the 8 light is on, press the EPB momentarily.
Brake Light 0 141. switch and hold it. Continue to hold
Before leaving the vehicle, check for the switch until the Y or PARK The EPB is released when the Y
light remains on. If the 8 light or PARK light is off.
the Y or PARK light to ensure that
the parking brake is applied. remains on, see your dealer. If the 8 light is on, release the EPB
If the EPB is applied while the by pressing and holding the EPB
EPB Apply switch. Continue to hold the switch
vehicle is moving, the vehicle will
To apply the EPB: decelerate as long as the switch is until the Y or PARK light is off.
1. Be sure the vehicle is at a pressed. If the switch is pressed If either light stays on after release
complete stop. until the vehicle comes to a stop, is attempted, see your dealer.
the EPB will remain applied.
2. Press the EPB switch
momentarily. The vehicle may automatically apply
the EPB in some situations when
The Y or PARK light will flash and the vehicle is not moving. This is
then stay on once the EPB is fully normal, and is done to periodically
applied. If the Y or PARK light check the correct operation of the
EPB system.
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Caution
Brake Assist Hill Start Assist (HSA)
The Brake Assist feature is Hill Start Assist (HSA) will activate
Driving with the parking brake on designed to assist the driver in when the vehicle is stopped on a
can overheat the brake system stopping or decreasing vehicle moderate to steep grade to help
and cause premature wear or speed in emergency driving prevent it from rolling in an
damage to brake system parts. conditions. This feature uses the unintended direction. After the brake
Make sure that the parking brake stability system hydraulic brake pedal has been released and before
is fully released and the brake control module to supplement the the accelerator pedal has been
warning light is off before driving. power brake system under pressed, HSA uses braking
conditions where the driver has pressure to hold the vehicle
quickly and forcefully applied the stationary. If HSA is holding the
Automatic EPB Release brake pedal in an attempt to quickly vehicle, a DIC message displays.
The EPB will automatically release if stop or slow down the vehicle. The HSA will not activate in a forward
the vehicle is running, placed into stability system hydraulic brake drive gear when facing downhill,
gear, and an attempt is made to control module increases brake or in R (Reverse) when facing uphill.
drive away. Avoid rapid acceleration pressure at each corner of the Select the duration of the HSA
when the EPB is applied, to vehicle until the ABS activates. feature through vehicle
preserve parking brake lining life. Minor brake pedal pulsation or personalization. See ”Extended Hill
pedal movement during this time is Start Assist” under “Comfort and
If parking on a hill, or if the vehicle normal and the driver should
is pulling a trailer, see Driving Convenience” in Vehicle
continue to apply the brake pedal as Personalization 0 152. When
Characteristics and Towing Tips the driving situation dictates. The
0 250. Standard Hold is selected, the
Brake Assist feature will vehicle is held stationary for up to
automatically disengage when the two seconds after the brake pedal is
brake pedal is released or brake released. When Extended Hold is
pedal pressure is quickly selected, the vehicle is held
decreased. stationary for up to five minutes
after the brake pedal is released. In
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either case, override the hold Ride Control Systems vehicle wheel brakes to assist the
feature by pressing the accelerator driver in keeping the vehicle on the
pedal and attempting to drive away. intended path.
Traction Control/
If Standard Hold is selected, it will If cruise control is being used and
hold the vehicle for two seconds
Electronic Stability TCS or StabiliTrak/ESC begins to
unless the driver door is opened or Control limit wheel spin, cruise control will
the driver seat belt is unbuckled disengage. Cruise control may be
after releasing the brake pedal. System Operation turned back on when road
If Extended Hold is selected, it will The vehicle has a Traction Control conditions allow. TCS and
hold the vehicle for five minutes System (TCS) and StabiliTrak/ StabiliTrak/ESC will automatically
unless the driver door is opened Electronic Stability Control (ESC), turn on when cruise control is set.
and the driver seat belt is unbuckled an electronic stability control Both systems come on
prior to releasing the brake pedal. system. These systems help limit automatically when the vehicle is
When deactivated after five minutes, wheel slip and assist the driver in started and begins to move. The
or if it is deactivated when the driver maintaining control, especially on systems may be heard or felt while
seat belt is unlatched or the driver slippery road conditions. they are operating or while
door is opened, the Electric Parking performing diagnostic checks. This
TCS activates if it senses that any
Brake will engage to prevent vehicle is normal and does not mean there
of the drive wheels are spinning or
movement. is a problem with the vehicle.
beginning to lose traction. When this
happens, TCS applies the brakes to It is recommended to leave both
the spinning wheels and reduces systems on for normal driving
engine power to limit wheel spin. conditions, but it may be necessary
StabiliTrak/ESC activates when the to turn TCS off if the vehicle gets
vehicle senses a difference between stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow.
the intended path and the direction See If the Vehicle Is Stuck 0 194
the vehicle is actually traveling. and “Turning the Systems Off and
StabiliTrak/ESC selectively applies On” later in this section.
braking pressure to any one of the
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2. Turn the engine off and wait
15 seconds. Caution
3. Start the engine. Do not repeatedly brake or
4. Drive the vehicle. accelerate heavily when TCS is
off. The vehicle driveline could be
If d comes on and stays on, see damaged.
The indicator light for both systems your dealer.
is in the instrument cluster. This
light will: Turning the Systems Off To turn off only TCS, press and
. Flash when TCS is limiting and On release g. The Traction Off light i
wheel spin. displays in the instrument cluster
and the appropriate DIC message
. Flash when StabiliTrak/ESC is
displays.
activated.
To turn TCS on again, press and
. Turn on and stay on when either
system is not working. release g. The Traction Off light i
displayed in the instrument cluster
If either system fails to turn on or to will turn off.
activate, a message displays in the
Driver Information Center (DIC), and If TCS is limiting wheel spin when g
d comes on and stays on to is pressed, the system will not turn
indicate that the system is inactive off until the wheels stop spinning.
and is not assisting the driver in To turn off both TCS and StabiliTrak/
maintaining control. The vehicle is
safe to drive, but driving should be ESC, press and hold g until the
adjusted accordingly. Traction Off light i and StabiliTrak/
If d comes on and stays on: ESC OFF light g come on and stay
on in the instrument cluster. The
1. Stop the vehicle. appropriate DIC message displays.
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To turn TCS and StabiliTrak/ESC on vehicle is in Front-Wheel Drive engaging and stay on to indicate
again, press and release g. The (FWD) which will provide better fuel AWD is active. The AWD light will
economy. All drive modes may stay off when AWD is inactive. AWD
Traction Off light i and StabiliTrak/
display indicator or mode on Mode can be turned on and off
ESC OFF light g in the instrument message in the Driver Information independently of other modes. See
cluster turn off. Center (DIC) except FWD. All-Wheel Drive 0 214.
Adding accessories can affect the AWD Mode MODE
vehicle performance. See
Accessories and Modifications
0 265.
Driver Mode Control

Driver Mode Control attempts to add
a sportier feel, provide a more
comfortable ride, or assist in
different weather conditions or
terrain. This system simultaneously
changes the software calibration of
various sub-systems. Depending on
the option package, available
features, and mode selected, the AWD Mode is intended for To select the Sport Mode or Tow/
suspension, steering, and conditions which demand more Haul Mode, press the MODE switch
powertrain will change calibrations traction. In AWD Mode, the AWD on the center stack. Pressing the
to achieve the desired mode system delivers power to all four MODE switch will display options of
characteristics. wheels and the system adjusts as all available ride modes in the DIC
If equipped, the vehicle may have needed to improve traction. and change to the next mode.
the following modes: All-Wheel Pressing the AWD Mode switch will Subsequent presses will scroll
Drive (AWD), Tour, Sport, and/or select AWD Mode. The AWD light through the available modes.
Tow/Haul. When not in AWD, the will flash briefly while the system is
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Sport Mode Cruise Control If equipped with the Traction Control
System (TCS), the system may
If equipped, Sport Mode is used With cruise control the vehicle can begin to limit wheel spin while you
when road conditions or personal maintain a speed of about 40 km/h are using cruise control. If this
preference demand a more (25 mph) or more without keeping happens, the cruise control will
controlled response. When in Sport your foot on the accelerator. Cruise automatically disengage. See
Mode, the steering and suspension control does not work at speeds Traction Control/Electronic Stability
will change to provide more precise below 40 km/h (25 mph). Control 0 218. If a collision alert
control and better cornering
occurs when cruise control is
performance. Sport Mode is only
available on vehicles equipped with { Warning activated, cruise control is
disengaged. See Forward Collision
Real Time Damping. Sport Mode
Cruise control can be dangerous Alert (FCA) System 0 237. When
also changes the StabiliTrak and
where you cannot drive safely at road conditions allow you to safely
AWD settings to allow more
a steady speed. Do not use use it again, cruise control can be
wheel slip.
cruise control on winding roads or turned back on.
Tow/Haul Mode in heavy traffic. Cruise control will disengage if
If equipped, Tow/Haul Mode can Cruise control can be dangerous either TCS or StabiliTrak/Electronic
assist when towing or hauling a on slippery roads. On such roads, Stability Control (ESC) is turned off.
heavy load. It changes transmission fast changes in tire traction can If the brakes are applied, cruise
shift patterns, and increases trailer cause excessive wheel slip, and control disengages.
sway control assistance. See you could lose control. Do not use
Driving Characteristics and Towing cruise control on slippery roads.
Tips 0 250. Tow/Haul Mode is
available on vehicles with the Trailer
Towing Package.
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* : Press to disengage cruise The cruise control indicator on the
control without erasing the set instrument cluster turns green after
speed from memory. the cruise control has been set to
the desired speed. See Instrument
The speedometer reading can be Cluster 0 130.
displayed in either English or metric
units. See Instrument Cluster 0 130. Resuming a Set Speed
The increment value used depends If the cruise control is set at a
on the units displayed. desired speed and then the brakes
Setting Cruise Control are applied or * is pressed, the
cruise control is disengaged without
If 5 is on when not in use, SET− or erasing the set speed from memory.
RES+ could get pressed and go into
cruise when not desired. Keep 5 Once the vehicle reaches about
5 : Press to turn cruise control on 40 km/h (25 mph) or more, press
or off. A white indicator comes on in off when cruise is not being used.
RES+ up briefly. The vehicle returns
the instrument cluster.
1. Press 5 to turn the cruise to the previously set speed.
RES+ : If there is a set speed in system on. Increasing Speed While Using
memory, press the control up briefly
2. Get to the speed desired. Cruise Control
to resume to that speed or press
and hold to accelerate. If cruise 3. Press and release SET− . The Do one of the following:
control is already engaged, use to desired set speed briefly . Press and hold RES+ up until
increase vehicle speed. appears in the instrument the vehicle accelerates to the
SET− : Press the control down cluster. desired speed, then release it.
briefly to set the speed and activate 4. Take your foot off the . To increase vehicle speed in
cruise control. If cruise control is accelerator pedal. small increments, press RES+
already engaged, use to decrease up briefly. For each press, the
vehicle speed. vehicle goes about 1 km/h
(1 mph) faster.
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Reducing Speed While Using the hills. When going up steep hills, Adaptive Cruise Control
Cruise Control you might have to step on the
accelerator pedal to maintain your If equipped with Adaptive Cruise
Do one of the following: Control (ACC), it allows for selecting
speed. When going downhill, you
. Press and hold SET− down until might have to brake or shift to a the cruise control set speed and
the desired lower speed is lower gear to keep your speed following gap. Read this entire
reached, then release it. down. If the brake pedal is applied, section before using this system.
. To slow down in small cruise control will disengage. ACC uses a radar sensor to detect
other vehicles. See Radio
increments, press SET− down Ending Cruise Control Frequency Statement 0 366. The
briefly. For each press, the
There are four ways to end cruise following gap is the following time
vehicle goes about 1 km/h
control: (or distance) between your vehicle
(1 mph) slower.
and a vehicle detected directly
. Step lightly on the brake pedal. ahead in your path, moving in the
Passing Another Vehicle While
Using Cruise Control . Press *. same direction. If no vehicle is
detected in your path, ACC works
Use the accelerator pedal to . Shift the transmission to like regular cruise control.
increase the vehicle speed. When N (Neutral).
you take your foot off the pedal, the If a vehicle is detected in your path,
vehicle will slow down to the . To turn off cruise control, ACC can speed up the vehicle or
previously set cruise speed. While press 5. apply limited, moderate braking to
pressing the accelerator pedal or maintain the selected following gap.
shortly following the release to Erasing Speed Memory To disengage ACC, apply the brake.
override cruise control, briefly The cruise control set speed is If the Traction Control System (TCS)
pressing SET− will result in cruise erased from memory if 5 is pressed or StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability
set to the current vehicle speed. or the ignition is turned off. Control (ESC) system activates
while ACC is engaged, ACC may
Using Cruise Control on Hills automatically disengage. See
How well the cruise control will work Traction Control/Electronic Stability
on hills depends upon the vehicle Control 0 218. When road
speed, load, and the steepness of conditions allow ACC to be safely
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used, ACC can be turned back on.
ACC will not engage if the TCS or { Warning
StabiliTrak/ESC electronic stability
control system is disabled. ACC will not detect or brake for
children, pedestrians, animals,
or other objects.
{ Warning
Do not use ACC when:
ACC has limited braking ability . On winding and hilly roads
and may not have time to slow
or when the sensors are
the vehicle down enough to avoid blocked by snow, ice, or dirt.
a collision with another vehicle The system may not detect
you are following. This can occur a vehicle ahead. Keep the
when vehicles suddenly slow or entire front of the vehicle
stop ahead, or enter your lane. clean. 5 : Press to turn the system on or
Also see “Alerting the Driver” in off. The indicator turns white on the
. Visibility is low, such as in instrument cluster when ACC is
this section. Complete attention is
fog, rain, or snow turned on.
always required while driving and
conditions. ACC
you should be ready to take performance is limited under RES+ : Press the control up briefly
action and apply the brakes. See these conditions. to make the vehicle resume to a
Defensive Driving 0 184. previously set speed, or hold
. On slippery roads where upward to accelerate. If cruise
fast changes in tire traction control is already engaged, use to
can cause excessive increase vehicle speed.
wheel slip.
SET– : Press the control down
briefly to set the speed and activate
cruise control. If cruise control is
already engaged, use to decrease
vehicle speed.
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* : Press to disengage ACC When ACC is engaged, a green o Setting Adaptive Cruise Control
without erasing the selected set indicator will be lit on the instrument If 5 is on when not in use, it could
speed. cluster and the following gap will be get pressed and go into ACC when
[ : Press to select a following gap displayed. When the regular cruise
not desired. Keep 5 off when
time (or distance) setting for ACC of control is engaged, a green J
cruise is not being used.
Far, Medium, or Near. indicator will be lit on the instrument
cluster; the following gap will not Select the set speed desired for
The speedometer reading can be ACC. This is the vehicle speed
display.
displayed in either English or metric when no vehicle is detected in
units. See Instrument Cluster 0 130. When the vehicle is turned on, the its path.
The increment value used depends cruise control mode will be set to
on the units displayed. the last mode used before the ACC will not set at a speed less
vehicle was turned off. than 25 km/h (15 mph), although it
Switching Between ACC and can be resumed when driving at
Regular Cruise Control
To switch between ACC and regular
{ Warning lower speeds.
To set ACC while moving:
cruise control, press and hold *. Always check the cruise control
A Driver Information Center (DIC) indicator on the instrument cluster 1. Press 5.
message displays. to determine which mode cruise 2. Get up to the desired speed.
control is in before using the
feature. If ACC is not active, the 3. Press and release SET–.
vehicle will not automatically 4. Remove your foot from the
brake for other vehicles, which accelerator.
could cause a crash if the brakes After ACC is set, it may immediately
are not applied manually. You and apply the brakes if a vehicle ahead
ACC Indicator Regular Cruise others could be seriously injured is detected closer than the selected
Control Indicator or killed. following gap.
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ACC can also be set while the . If the vehicle is moving, it returns Increasing Speed While ACC is at
vehicle is stopped if ACC is on and to the previous set speed. a Set Speed
the brake pedal is applied. . If the vehicle is stopped with the Do one of the following:
brake pedal applied, press RES . Use the accelerator to get to the
+ and release the brake pedal. higher speed. Press SET– down.
ACC will hold the vehicle until Release the control and the
RES+ or the accelerator pedal is accelerator pedal. The vehicle
pressed. will now cruise at the higher
A green ACC indicator and the set speed.
speed display on the instrument When the accelerator pedal is
The ACC indicator displays on the
cluster. The vehicle ahead indicator pressed, ACC will not brake
instrument cluster. When ACC is
may be flashing if a vehicle ahead because it is overridden. The
turned on, the indicator will be lit
was present and moved. See ACC indicator turns blue on the
white. When ACC is engaged, the
“Approaching and Following a instrument cluster.
indicator will turn green.
Vehicle” later in this section.
Be mindful of speed limits, . Press and hold RES+ up until
Once ACC has resumed, if there is the desired set speed appears
surrounding traffic speeds, and
no vehicle ahead, if the vehicle on the display, then release it.
weather conditions when selecting
ahead is beyond the selected
the set speed. . To increase speed in small
following gap, or if the vehicle has
Resuming a Set Speed exited a sharp curve, then the increments, briefly press RES+.
vehicle speed will increase to the For each press, the vehicle
If ACC is set at a desired speed and speed increases to the next
set speed.
then the brakes are applied, ACC is 5 km/h (1 mph) mark on the
disengaged without erasing the set speedometer.
speed from memory.
The set speed can also be
To begin using ACC again, press increased while the vehicle is
RES+ up briefly. stopped.
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. If stopped with the brake vehicle speed decreases to the faster the vehicle speed, the further
applied, press RES+ until the next 5 km/h (1 mph) mark on the back your vehicle will follow a
desired set speed is displayed. speedometer. vehicle detected ahead. Consider
. If ACC is holding the vehicle at a . To decrease speed while the traffic and weather conditions when
stop and there is another vehicle vehicle is stopped, press SET− selecting the following gap. The
directly ahead, pressing RES+ until the desired set speed is range of selectable gaps may not be
will increase the set speed. displayed. appropriate for all drivers and
Pressing RES+ when there is no driving conditions.
longer a vehicle ahead will Selecting the Follow Distance Gap Changing the gap setting
cause ACC to resume. When a slower moving vehicle is automatically changes the alert
detected ahead within the selected timing sensitivity (Far, Medium,
Reducing Speed While ACC is at a following gap, ACC will adjust the or Near) for the Forward Collision
Set Speed vehicle's speed and attempt to Alert (FCA) feature. See Forward
Do one of the following: maintain the follow distance gap Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 237.
. Use the brake to get to the selected.
Alerting the Driver
desired lower speed. Press Press [ on the steering wheel to
SET– down and release the adjust the following gap. Each press
accelerator pedal. The vehicle cycles the gap button through three
will now cruise at the lower settings: Far, Medium, or Near.
speed.
When pressed, the current gap
. Press and hold SET– down until setting displays briefly on the
the desired lower speed is instrument cluster. The gap setting
reached, then release it. will be maintained until it is If ACC is engaged, driver action
. To decrease the vehicle speed in changed. may be required when ACC cannot
smaller increments, press SET− Since each gap setting corresponds apply sufficient braking because of
down briefly. For each press, the to a following time (Far, Medium, approaching a vehicle too rapidly.
or Near), the following distance will
vary based on vehicle speed. The
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When this condition occurs, a series ACC automatically slows the vehicle
of red lights will flash on the down and adjusts vehicle speed to Warning (Continued)
windshield. Either eight beeps will follow the vehicle in front at the
sound from the front, or both sides selected following gap. The vehicle Your vehicle may not stop and
of the Safety Alert Seat will pulse speed increases or decreases to could cause a crash. Use caution
five times. See “Collision/Detection follow the vehicle in front of you, but when using ACC. Your complete
Systems” under Vehicle will not exceed the set speed. It may attention is always required while
Personalization 0 152. apply limited braking, if necessary. driving and you should be ready
When braking is active, the brake to take action and apply the
See Defensive Driving 0 184.
lamps will come on. The automatic brakes.
Approaching and Following a braking may feel or sound different
Vehicle than if the brakes were applied ACC Automatically Disengages
manually. This is normal.
ACC may automatically disengage
Stationary or Very Slow-Moving and you will need to manually apply
Objects the brakes to slow the vehicle if:
. The sensors are blocked.
{ Warning . The Traction Control System
ACC may not detect and react to (TCS) or StabiliTrak/ESC system
The vehicle ahead indicator is in the stopped or slow-moving vehicles has activated or been disabled.
instrument cluster. ahead of you. For example, the . There is a fault in the system.
The vehicle ahead indicator only system may not brake for a
displays when a vehicle is detected vehicle it has never detected . The radar falsely reports
in your vehicle’s path moving in the moving. This can occur in blockage when driving in a
same direction. stop-and-go traffic or when a desert or remote area with no
other vehicles or roadside
If this indicator is not displaying, vehicle suddenly appears due to
objects. A DIC message may
ACC will not respond to or brake to a vehicle ahead changing lanes.
display to indicate that ACC is
vehicles ahead. (Continued) temporarily unavailable.
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A message will appear on the DIC When the vehicle ahead drives
indicating that cruise is disengaging. away, press RES+ or the { Warning
The ACC active symbol will turn accelerator pedal to resume cruise
control. If stopped for more than Leaving the vehicle without
white when ACC is no longer active. placing it in P (Park) can be
two minutes or if the driver door is
In some cases, when ACC will not opened and the driver seat belt is dangerous. Do not leave the
activate, regular cruise control may unbuckled, ACC automatically vehicle while it is being held at a
be used. See “Switching Between applies the Electric Parking Brake stop by ACC. Always place the
ACC and Regular Cruise Control” (EPB) and the vehicle will shift to vehicle in P (Park) and turn off
previously in this section. Always P (Park) to hold the vehicle. The the ignition before leaving the
consider driving conditions before EPB status light will turn on. See vehicle.
using either cruise control system. Electric Parking Brake 0 215. To
Notification to Resume ACC resume ACC and release the EPB,
ACC Override
press the accelerator pedal.
ACC will maintain a following gap If using the accelerator pedal while
behind a detected vehicle and slow A DIC warning message may ACC is active, the ACC indicator
your vehicle to a stop behind that display indicating to shift to P (Park) turns blue on the instrument cluster.
vehicle. before exiting the vehicle. ACC will resume operation when the
accelerator pedal is not being
If the stopped vehicle ahead has
driven away and ACC has not
{ Warning pressed.
resumed, the vehicle ahead If ACC has stopped the vehicle,
indicator will flash as a reminder to and if ACC is disengaged, turned { Warning
check traffic ahead before off, or canceled, the vehicle will
proceeding. In addition, the left and The ACC will not automatically
no longer be held at a stop. The apply the brakes if your foot is
right sides of the Safety Alert Seat
vehicle can move. When ACC is resting on the accelerator pedal.
will pulse three times, or three
holding the vehicle at a stop, You could crash into a vehicle
beeps will sound. See “Alert Type”
and “Adaptive Cruise Go Notifier” in always be prepared to manually ahead of you.
“Collision/Detection Systems” under apply the brakes.
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Curves in the Road
Warning (Continued)
{ Warning to use the brakes if necessary.
On curves, ACC may not detect a Select an appropriate speed while
vehicle ahead in your lane. You driving in curves.
could be startled if the vehicle
accelerates up to the set speed, ACC may operate differently in a
especially when following a sharp curve. It may reduce the
vehicle exiting or entering exit vehicle speed if the curve is too ACC may detect a vehicle that is
ramps. You could lose control of sharp. not in your lane and apply the
the vehicle or crash. Do not use brakes.
ACC while driving on an entrance ACC may occasionally provide an
or exit ramp. Always be ready to alert and/or braking that is
use the brakes if necessary. considered unnecessary. It could
respond to vehicles in different
lanes, signs, guardrails, and other
stationary objects when entering or
{ Warning exiting a curve. This is normal
operation. The vehicle does not
On curves, ACC may respond to need service.
a vehicle in another lane, or may When following a vehicle and
not have time to react to a vehicle entering a curve, ACC may not
in your lane. You could crash into detect the vehicle ahead and
a vehicle ahead of you, or lose accelerate to the set speed. When
control of your vehicle. Give extra this happens, the vehicle ahead
attention in curves and be ready indicator will not appear.
(Continued)
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Other Vehicle Lane Changes Do not use ACC when driving on Cleaning the Sensing System
steep hills or when towing a trailer. The radar sensor on the front of the
ACC will not detect a vehicle in the vehicle can become blocked by
lane while driving on steep hills. The snow, ice, dirt, or mud. This area
driver will often need to take over needs to be cleaned for ACC to
acceleration and braking on steep operate properly.
hills, especially when towing a
trailer. If the brakes are applied, the If ACC will not operate, regular
ACC disengages. cruise control may be available. See
“Switching Between ACC and
Disengaging ACC Regular Cruise Control” previously
ACC will not detect a vehicle ahead There are three ways to in this section. Always consider
until it is completely in the lane. The disengage ACC: driving conditions before using
brakes may need to be manually either cruise control system.
. Step lightly on the brake pedal.
applied. For cleaning instructions, see
. Press *. “Washing the Vehicle” under
Do Not Use ACC on Hills and
Exterior Care 0 330.
When Towing a Trailer . Press 5.
System operation may also be
Erasing Speed Memory limited under snow, heavy rain,
The cruise control set speed is or road spray conditions.
erased from memory if 5 is pressed
or if the ignition is turned off.
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Driver Assistance Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued)
Systems . Work if the area surrounding
Under many conditions, these the detection sensor is
This vehicle may have features that
work together to help avoid crashes systems will not: damaged or not properly
or reduce crash damage while . Detect children, repaired.
driving, backing, and parking. Read pedestrians, bicyclists, Complete attention is always
this entire section before using or animals. required while driving, and you
these systems. . Detect vehicles or objects should be ready to take action
outside the area monitored and apply the brakes and/or steer
{ Warning by the system. the vehicle to avoid crashes.
Do not rely on the Driver . Work at all driving speeds.
Assistance Systems. These . Warn you or provide you Audible or Safety Alert Seat
systems do not replace the need with enough time to avoid a Some driver assistance features
for paying attention and driving crash. alert the driver of obstacles by
safely. You may not hear or feel . Work under poor visibility or beeping. To change the volume of
alerts or warnings provided by bad weather conditions. the warning chime, see “Comfort
these systems. Failure to use and Convenience” under Vehicle
proper care when driving may . Work if the detection sensor Personalization 0 152.
result in injury, death, or vehicle is not cleaned or is covered
by ice, snow, mud, or dirt. If equipped with the Safety Alert
damage. See Defensive Driving Seat, the driver seat cushion may
0 184. . Work if the detection sensor provide a vibrating pulse alert
(Continued) is covered up, such as with instead of beeping. To change this,
a sticker, magnet, or metal see “Collision/Detection Systems”
plate. under Vehicle Personalization
(Continued) 0 152.
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Cleaning Assistance Systems for
Depending on vehicle options, keep Parking or Backing
these areas of the vehicle clean to
ensure the best driver assistance If equipped, the Rear Vision Camera
feature performance. Driver (RVC), Rear Park Assist (RPA),
Information Center (DIC) messages Front Park Assist (FPA), Surround
may display when the systems are Vision, Front Vision Camera, and
unavailable or blocked. Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) may
help the driver park or avoid objects.
Always check around the vehicle
when parking or backing.
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)
. Front and rear bumpers and the
area below the bumpers When the vehicle is shifted into
R (Reverse), the RVC displays an
. Front grille and headlamps image of the area behind the vehicle
. Front camera lens in the front in the infotainment display. The
grille or near the front emblem previous screen displays when the
vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse)
. Front side and rear side panels after a short delay. To return to the
. Outside of the windshield in front previous screen sooner, press any
of the rearview mirrors button on the infotainment display,
. Side camera lens on the bottom shift into P (Park), or reach a vehicle
of the outside mirrors speed of approximately 12 km/h
(8 mph). Select Front or Rear
. Rear side corner bumpers Camera to view the front or rear
. Rear Vision Camera above the camera views. Select Guidance
license plate Lines on the camera screen to
enable or disable the guidance
lines.
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Displayed images may be farther or
closer than they appear. The area { Warning
displayed is limited and objects that
are close to either corner of the The Surround Vision cameras
bumper or under the bumper do not have blind spots and will not
display. display all objects near the
corners of the vehicle. Folding
A warning triangle may display to outside mirrors that are out of
show that Rear Park Assist (RPA) position may not display surround
has detected an object. This triangle
view correctly. Always check
changes from amber to red and
around the vehicle when parking
increases in size the closer the
object. or backing.
1. View Displayed by the Rear Surround Vision
Vision Camera
If equipped, Surround Vision
displays an image of the area
surrounding the vehicle, along with
the front or rear camera views in the
infotainment display. The front
camera is in the grille or near the
front emblem, the side cameras are
on the bottom of the outside mirrors,
and the rear camera is above the
license plate. 1. Views Displayed by the
Surround Vision Cameras
1. View Displayed by the Rear 2. Area Not Shown
Vision Camera
2. Corners of the Rear Bumper
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R (Reverse) to a forward gear, or by Park Assist
touching CAMERA in the With RPA, and if equipped with FPA,
infotainment display, and when the as the vehicle moves at speeds of
vehicle is moving forward slower less than 8 km/h (5 mph) the
than 8 km/h (5 mph). If equipped, sensors on the bumpers may detect
the Front Vision Camera also objects up to 2.5 m (8 ft) behind the
displays when the Park Assist vehicle and 1.2 m (4 ft) in front of the
system detects an object within vehicle within a zone 25 cm (10 in)
30 cm (12 in). high off the ground and below
1. Views Displayed by the bumper level. These detection
Surround Vision Cameras { Warning distances may be shorter during
2. Area Not Shown warmer or humid weather. Blocked
The camera(s) do not display sensors will not detect objects and
Front Vision Camera children, pedestrians, bicyclists, can also cause false detections.
crossing traffic, animals, or any Keep the sensors clean of mud, dirt,
other object outside of the snow, ice, and slush; and clean
cameras’ field of view, below the sensors after a car wash in freezing
bumper, or under the vehicle. temperatures.
Shown distances may be different
from actual distances. Do not
drive or park the vehicle using
{ Warning
only these camera(s). Always The Park Assist system does not
check behind and around the detect children, pedestrians,
vehicle before driving. Failure to bicyclists, animals, or objects
use proper care may result in located below the bumper or that
injury, death, or vehicle damage. are too close or too far from the
vehicle. It is not available at
If equipped, a view of the area in
front of the vehicle displays. The (Continued)
view displays after shifting from
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When an object is first detected in Use caution while backing up when
Warning (Continued) the rear, one beep will be heard towing a trailer, as the RCTA
from the rear, or both sides of the detection zones that extend out
speeds greater than 8 km/h Safety Alert Seat will pulse two from the back of the vehicle do not
(5 mph). To prevent injury, death, times. When an object is very close move further back when a trailer is
or vehicle damage, even with (<0.6 m (2 ft) in the vehicle rear, towed.
Park Assist, always check the or <0.3 m (1 ft) in the vehicle front),
area around the vehicle and five beeps will sound from the front Turning the Features On or Off
check all mirrors before moving or rear depending on object Press X on the center stack to
forward or backing. location, or both sides of the Safety turn on or off the Front and Rear
Alert Seat will pulse five times. Park Assist and the Rear Cross
Beeps for FPA are higher pitched Traffic Alert (RCTA). The indicator
than for RPA. light in the button comes on when
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) the features are on and turns off
when the features have been
If equipped, when the vehicle is disabled.
shifted into R (Reverse), RCTA
displays a red warning triangle with Turn off Park Assist and RCTA
a left or right pointing arrow on the when towing a trailer.
infotainment display to warn of To turn off the RPA symbols or
traffic coming from the left or right. guidance lines (on some models)
The instrument cluster may have a This system detects objects coming see “Rear Camera” under Vehicle
Park Assist display with bars that from up to 20 m (65 ft) from the left Personalization 0 152.
show “distance to object” and object or right side of the vehicle. When an
object is detected, either three RCTA can be turned off through
location information for the Park
beeps sound from the left or right, “Collision/Detection Systems” under
Assist system. As the object gets
or three Safety Alert Seat pulses Vehicle Personalization 0 152
closer, more bars light up and the
bars change color from yellow to occur on the left or right side,
amber to red. depending on the direction of the
detected vehicle.
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Assistance Systems for FCA detects vehicles within a FCA can be disabled through
distance of approximately 60 m vehicle personalization. See
Driving (197 ft) and operates at speeds “Collision/Detection Systems” under
If equipped, when driving the above 8 km/h (5 mph). If the vehicle Vehicle Personalization 0 152.
vehicle in a forward gear, Forward has Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC),
Collision Alert (FCA), Lane it can detect vehicles to distances of Detecting the Vehicle Ahead
Departure Warning (LDW), Lane approximately 110 m (360 ft) and
Keep Assist (LKA), Side Blind Zone operates at all speeds. See
Alert (SBZA), Lane Change Alert Adaptive Cruise Control 0 223.
(LCA), Forward Automatic Braking
(FAB), and/or the Front Pedestrian
Braking (FPB) System can help to
{ Warning
avoid a crash or reduce crash FCA is a warning system and
damage. does not apply the brakes. When FCA warnings will not occur unless
approaching a slower-moving or the FCA system detects a vehicle
Forward Collision Alert stopped vehicle ahead too rapidly, ahead. When a vehicle is detected,
the vehicle ahead indicator will
(FCA) System or when following a vehicle too
display green. Vehicles may not be
closely, FCA may not provide a
If equipped, the FCA system may warning with enough time to help detected on curves, highway exit
help to avoid or reduce the harm avoid a crash. It also may not ramps, or hills, due to poor visibility;
caused by front-end crashes. When or if a vehicle ahead is partially
provide any warning at all. FCA
approaching a vehicle ahead too blocked by pedestrians or other
does not warn of pedestrians,
quickly, FCA provides a red flashing objects. FCA will not detect another
alert on the windshield and rapidly animals, signs, guardrails, vehicle ahead until it is completely
beeps or pulses the driver seat. bridges, construction barrels, in the driving lane.
FCA also lights an amber visual or other objects. Be ready to take
alert if following another vehicle action and apply the brakes. See
much too closely. Defensive Driving 0 184.
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When your vehicle approaches Selecting the Alert Timing
{ Warning another detected vehicle too rapidly,
The Collision Alert control is on the
the red FCA display will flash on the
FCA does not provide a warning windshield. Also, eight rapid steering wheel. Press [ to set the
to help avoid a crash, unless it high-pitched beeps will sound from FCA timing to Far, Medium, or Near.
detects a vehicle. FCA may not the front, or both sides of the Safety The first button press shows the
detect a vehicle ahead if the FCA Alert Seat will pulse five times. current setting on the DIC.
sensor is blocked by dirt, snow, When this Collision Alert occurs, the Additional button presses will
or ice, or if the windshield is brake system may prepare for driver change this setting. The chosen
damaged. It may also not detect a braking to occur more rapidly which setting will remain until it is changed
vehicle on winding or hilly roads, can cause a brief, mild deceleration. and will affect the timing of both the
or in conditions that can limit Continue to apply the brake pedal Collision Alert and the Tailgating
visibility such as fog, rain, as needed. Cruise control may be Alert features. The timing of both
or snow, or if the headlamps or disengaged when the Collision Alert alerts will vary based on vehicle
windshield are not cleaned or in occurs. speed. The faster the vehicle speed,
proper condition. Keep the the farther away the alert will occur.
Tailgating Alert Consider traffic and weather
windshield, headlamps, and FCA
conditions when selecting the alert
sensors clean and in good repair.
timing. The range of selectable alert
timings may not be appropriate for
Collision Alert all drivers and driving conditions.
If your vehicle is equipped with
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC),
The vehicle ahead indicator will changing the FCA timing setting
display amber when you are automatically changes the following
following a vehicle ahead too gap setting (Far, Medium, or Near).
closely.
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Following Distance Indicator . Clean the outside of the vehicle ahead indicator being lit.
windshield in front of the See Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
The following distance to a moving
rearview mirror. System 0 237.
vehicle ahead in your path is
indicated in following time in . Clean the entire front of the The system works when driving in a
seconds on the Driver Information vehicle. forward gear between 8 km/h
Center (DIC). See Driver . Clean the headlamps. (5 mph) and 80 km/h (50 mph),
Information Center (DIC) (Base or on vehicles with Adaptive Cruise
Level) 0 146 or Driver Information Control (ACC), above 4 km/h
Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 149. The
Forward Automatic (2 mph). It can detect vehicles up to
minimum following time is Braking (FAB) approximately 60 m (197 ft).
0.5 seconds away. If there is no If the vehicle has Forward Collision
vehicle detected ahead, or the
vehicle ahead is out of sensor
Alert (FCA), it also has FAB, which { Warning
includes Intelligent Brake
range, dashes will be displayed. Assist (IBA). When the system FAB is an emergency crash
detects a vehicle ahead in your path preparation feature and is not
Unnecessary Alerts designed to avoid crashes. Do
that is traveling in the same
FCA may provide unnecessary direction that you may be about to not rely on FAB to brake the
alerts for turning vehicles, vehicles crash into, it can provide a boost to vehicle. FAB will not brake
in other lanes, objects that are not braking or automatically brake the outside of its operating speed
vehicles, or shadows. These alerts vehicle. This can help avoid or range and only responds to
are normal operation and the lessen the severity of crashes when detected vehicles.
vehicle does not need service. driving in a forward gear. Depending
FAB may not:
Cleaning the System on the situation, the vehicle may
automatically brake moderately or . Detect a vehicle ahead on
If the FCA system does not seem to hard. This forward automatic winding or hilly roads.
operate properly, this may correct braking can only occur if a vehicle is (Continued)
the issue: detected. This is shown by the FCA
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Warning (Continued) { Warning { Warning

. Detect all vehicles, FAB may automatically brake the IBA may increase vehicle braking
especially vehicles with a vehicle suddenly in situations in situations when it may not be
trailer, tractors, muddy where it is unexpected and necessary. You could block the
vehicles, etc. undesired. It could respond to a flow of traffic. If this occurs, take
. Detect a vehicle when turning vehicle ahead, guardrails, your foot off the brake pedal and
weather limits visibility, such signs, and other non-moving then apply the brakes as needed.
as in fog, rain, or snow. objects. To override FAB, firmly
. press the accelerator pedal, if it is FAB and IBA can be disabled
Detect a vehicle ahead if it
is partially blocked by safe to do so. through vehicle personalization. See
pedestrians or other objects. “Collision/Detection Systems” under
Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) Vehicle Personalization 0 152.
Complete attention is always
required while driving, and you IBA may activate when the brake
should be ready to take action pedal is applied quickly by providing { Warning
and apply the brakes and/or steer a boost to braking based on the Using FAB or IBA while towing a
the vehicle to avoid crashes. speed of approach and distance to
trailer could cause you to lose
a vehicle ahead.
control of the vehicle and crash.
FAB may slow the vehicle to a Minor brake pedal pulsations or Turn the system to Alert, or if the
complete stop to try to avoid a pedal movement during this time is vehicle has ACC to Off, when
potential crash. If this happens, FAB normal and the brake pedal should towing a trailer.
may engage the Electric Parking continue to be applied as needed.
Brake (EPB) to hold the vehicle at a IBA will automatically disengage
stop. Release the EPB or firmly only when the brake pedal is A system unavailable message may
press the accelerator pedal. released. display if:
. The front of the vehicle or
windshield is not clean.
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. Heavy rain or snow is interfering may also respond to pedestrians.
with object detection. See Forward Automatic Braking Warning (Continued)
. There is a problem with the (FAB) 0 239.
. Due to poor visibility,
StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability The FPB system can detect and including nighttime
Control (ESC) system. alert to pedestrians in a forward conditions, fog, rain,
The FAB system does not need gear at speeds between 8 km/h or snow.
service. (5 mph) and 80 km/h (50 mph).
. If the FPB sensor is blocked
During daytime driving, the system
detects pedestrians up to a distance by dirt, snow, or ice.
Front Pedestrian Braking of approximately 40 m (131 ft). . If the headlamps or
(FPB) System During nighttime driving, system windshield are not cleaned
If equipped, the FPB system may performance is very limited. or in proper condition.
help avoid or reduce the harm Be ready to take action and apply
caused by front-end crashes with { Warning the brakes. For more information,
nearby pedestrians when driving in see Defensive Driving 0 184.
a forward gear. FPB displays an FPB does not provide an alert or
Keep the windshield, headlamps,
automatically brake the vehicle,
amber indicator, ~, when a nearby and FPB sensor clean and in
unless it detects a pedestrian.
pedestrian is detected directly good repair.
ahead. When approaching a FPB may not detect pedestrians,
detected pedestrian too quickly, including children:
. When the pedestrian is not FPB can be set to Off, Alert, or Alert
FPB provides a red flashing alert on
and Brake through vehicle
the windshield and rapidly beeps or directly ahead, fully visible,
personalization. See “Collision/
pulses the driver seat. FPB can or standing upright, or when
Detection Systems” under Vehicle
provide a boost to braking or part of a group.
Personalization 0 152.
automatically brake the vehicle. This (Continued)
system includes Intelligent Brake
Assist (IBA), and the Forward
Automatic Braking (FAB) system
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Detecting the Pedestrian high-pitched beeps will sound from If this happens, Automatic Braking
Ahead the front, or both sides of the Safety may engage the Electric Parking
Alert Seat will pulse five times. Brake (EPB) to hold the vehicle at a
When this Pedestrian Alert occurs, stop. Release the EPB. A firm press
the brake system may prepare for of the accelerator pedal will also
driver braking to occur more rapidly release Automatic Braking and
which can cause a brief, mild the EPB.
deceleration. Continue to apply the
brake pedal as needed. Cruise
control may be disengaged when
{ Warning
FPB alerts and automatic braking the Front Pedestrian Alert occurs. FPB may alert or automatically
will not occur unless the FPB
system detects a pedestrian. When brake the vehicle suddenly in
Automatic Braking
a nearby pedestrian is detected situations where it is unexpected
If FPB detects it is about to crash and undesired. It could falsely
directly in front of the vehicle, the
into a pedestrian directly ahead, and alert or brake for objects similar in
pedestrian ahead indicator will
the brakes have not been applied, shape or size to pedestrians,
display amber.
FPB may automatically brake including shadows. This is normal
Front Pedestrian Alert moderately or brake hard. This can operation and the vehicle does
help to avoid some very low speed not need service. To override
pedestrian crashes or reduce
Automatic Braking, firmly press
pedestrian injury. FPB can
the accelerator pedal, if it is safe
automatically brake to detected
to do so.
pedestrians between 8 km/h (5 mph)
and 80 km/h (50 mph). Automatic
braking levels may be reduced Automatic Braking can be disabled
under certain conditions, such as through vehicle personalization. See
When the vehicle approaches a higher speeds. “Front Pedestrian Detection” in
pedestrian ahead too rapidly, the “Collision/Detection Systems” under
red FPB alert display will flash on Vehicle Personalization 0 152.
the windshield. Eight rapid
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and a vehicle is also detected on
{ Warning the same side, the display will flash Warning (Continued)
as an extra warning not to change
Using the Front Pedestrian lanes. Since this system is part of provide alerts when changing
Braking system while towing a the Lane Change Alert (LCA) lanes under all driving conditions.
trailer could cause you to lose system, read the entire LCA section Failure to use proper care when
control of the vehicle and crash. before using this feature. changing lanes may result in
Turn the system to Alert or Off injury, death, or vehicle damage.
when towing a trailer. Lane Change Alert (LCA) Before making a lane change,
always check mirrors, glance over
If equipped, the LCA system is a your shoulder, and use the turn
Cleaning the System lane-changing aid that assists signals.
If FPB does not seem to operate drivers with avoiding lane change
properly, cleaning the outside of the crashes that occur with moving
windshield in front of the rearview vehicles in the side blind zone (or LCA Detection Zones
mirror may correct the issue. spot) areas or with vehicles rapidly
approaching these areas from
Side Blind Zone behind. The LCA warning display
will light up in the corresponding
Alert (SBZA) outside mirror and will flash if the
If equipped, the SBZA system is a turn signal is on.
lane-changing aid that assists
drivers with avoiding crashes that { Warning
occur with moving vehicles in the
side blind zone (or spot) areas. LCA does not alert the driver to
When the vehicle is in a forward vehicles outside of the system 1. SBZA Detection Zone
gear, the left or right side mirror detection zones, pedestrians, 2. LCA Detection Zone
display will light up if a moving bicyclists, or animals. It may not
The LCA sensor covers a zone of
vehicle is detected in that blind (Continued) approximately one lane over from
zone. If the turn signal is activated
both sides of the vehicle, or 3.5 m
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(11 ft). The height of the zone is When the System Does Not
approximately between 0.5 m (1.5 ft) Seem to Work Properly
and 2 m (6 ft) off the ground. The
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) The LCA system requires some
warning area starts at approximately driving for the system to calibrate to
the middle of the vehicle and goes maximum performance. This
back 5 m (16 ft). Drivers are also calibration may occur more quickly if
Left Outside Right Outside
warned of vehicles rapidly the vehicle is driving on a straight
Mirror Display Mirror Display highway road with traffic and
approaching from up to 70 m (230 ft)
behind the vehicle. When the vehicle is started, both roadside objects (e.g., guardrails,
outside mirror LCA displays will barriers).
How the System Works briefly come on to indicate the LCA displays may not come on
The LCA symbol lights up in the system is operating. When the when passing a vehicle quickly, for
outside mirrors when the system vehicle is in a forward gear, the left a stopped vehicle, or when towing a
detects a moving vehicle in the next or right outside mirror display will trailer. The LCA detection zones
lane over that is in the side blind light up if a moving vehicle is that extend back from the side of
zone or rapidly approaching that detected in the next lane over in that the vehicle do not move further back
zone from behind. A lit LCA symbol blind zone or rapidly approaching when a trailer is towed. Use caution
indicates it may be unsafe to that zone. If the turn signal is while changing lanes when towing a
change lanes. Before making a lane activated in the same direction as a trailer. LCA may alert to objects
change, check the LCA display, detected vehicle, this display will attached to the vehicle, such as a
check mirrors, glance over your flash as an extra warning not to trailer, bicycle, or object extending
shoulder, and use the turn signals. change lanes. out to either side of the vehicle.
LCA can be disabled. See Attached objects may also interfere
“Collision/Detection Systems” under with the detection of vehicles. This
Vehicle Personalization 0 152. is normal system operation; the
If LCA is disabled by the driver, the vehicle does not need service.
LCA mirror displays will not light up. LCA may not always alert the driver
to vehicles in the next lane over,
especially in wet conditions or when
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driving on sharp curves. The system Radio Frequency Information assist or provide an LDW alert if it
does not need to be serviced. The detects that you are actively
See Radio Frequency Statement
system may light up due to steering. Override LKA by turning
0 366.
guardrails, signs, trees, shrubs, and the steering wheel. LKA uses a
other non-moving objects. This is camera to detect lane markings
normal system operation; the Lane Departure between 60 km/h (37 mph) and
vehicle does not need service. Warning (LDW) 180 km/h (112 mph).
LCA may not operate when the LCA If equipped, LDW may help avoid
sensors in the left or right corners of crashes due to unintentional lane { Warning
the rear bumper are covered with departures. It may provide a
mud, dirt, snow, ice, or slush, or in warning if the vehicle is crossing a The LKA system does not
heavy rainstorms. For cleaning detected lane marking without using continuously steer the vehicle.
instructions, see "Washing the a turn signal in the lane departure It may not keep the vehicle in the
Vehicle" under Exterior Care 0 330. direction. Since this system is part lane or give a Lane Departure
If the DIC still displays the system of the Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Warning (LDW) alert, even if a
unavailable message after cleaning system, read the entire LKA section lane marking is detected.
both sides of the vehicle toward the before using this feature. The LKA and LDW systems
rear corners of the vehicle, see your
may not:
dealer. Lane Keep Assist (LKA) . Provide an alert or enough
If the LCA displays do not light up If equipped, LKA may help avoid steering assist to avoid a
when moving vehicles are in the crashes due to unintentional lane lane departure or crash.
side blind zone or are rapidly departures. It may assist by gently
approaching this zone and the . Detect lane markings under
turning the steering wheel if the
system is clean, the system may vehicle approaches a detected lane poor weather or visibility
need service. Take the vehicle to marking without using a turn signal conditions. This can occur if
your dealer. in that direction. It may also provide the windshield or
a Lane Departure Warning (LDW) headlamps are blocked by
system alert as the lane marking is dirt, snow, or ice, if they are
crossed. The LKA system will not (Continued)
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three times, on the right or left,
Warning (Continued) { Warning depending on the lane departure
direction.
not in proper condition, or if Using LKA while towing a trailer
the sun shines directly into or on slippery roads could cause Take Steering
the camera. loss of control of the vehicle and The LKA system does not
. Detect road edges. a crash. Turn the system off. continuously steer the vehicle.
. Detect lanes on winding or If LKA does not detect active driver
hilly roads. How the System Works steering, an alert, chime, or DIC
message may be provided. Move
If LKA only detects lane markings The LKA camera sensor is on the the steering wheel to dismiss.
on one side of the road, it will windshield ahead of the rearview
only assist or provide an LDW mirror. When the System Does Not
alert when approaching the lane Seem to Work Properly
To turn LKA on and off, press A
on the side where it has detected on the center stack. The system performance may be
a lane marking. Even with LKA affected by:
and LDW, you must steer the When on, A is green if LKA is . Close vehicles ahead.
vehicle. Always keep your available to assist and provide LDW
attention on the road and alerts. It may assist by gently . Sudden lighting changes, such
maintain proper vehicle position turning the steering wheel and as when driving through tunnels.
within the lane, or vehicle display A as amber if the vehicle . Banked roads.
damage, injury, or death could approaches a detected lane marking . Roads with poor lane markings,
occur. Always keep the without using a turn signal in that such as two-lane roads.
windshield, headlamps, and direction. It may also provide an
camera sensors clean and in LDW alert by flashing A amber If the LKA system is not functioning
good repair. Do not use LKA in properly when lane markings are
as the lane marking is crossed.
bad weather conditions. clearly visible, cleaning the
Additionally, there may be three
windshield may help.
beeps, or the driver seat may pulse
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A camera blocked message may Fuel Recommended Fuel
display if the camera is blocked.
Cleaning the outside of the Do not use any fuel labeled E85 or
windshield behind the rearview Top Tier Fuel FlexFuel. Do not use gasoline with
mirror may correct the issue. Some GM recommends the use of TOP ethanol levels greater than 15% by
driver assistance systems may have TIER Detergent Gasoline to keep volume.
reduced performance or not work at the engine clean, reduce engine Use regular unleaded gasoline
all. An LKA or LDW unavailable deposits, and maintain optimal meeting ASTM specification D4814
message may display if the systems vehicle performance. Look for the with a posted octane rating of 87 or
are temporarily unavailable. This TOP TIER Logo or see higher. Do not use gasoline with a
message could be due to a blocked www.toptiergas.com for a list of TOP posted octane rating of less than 87,
camera. The LKA system does not TIER Detergent Gasoline marketers as this may cause engine knock and
need service. Clean the outside of and applicable countries. will lower fuel economy.
the windshield behind the rearview
mirror. Prohibited Fuels
LKA assistance and/or LDW alerts
may occur due to tar marks, Caution
shadows, cracks in the road,
temporary or construction lane Do not use fuels with any of the
markings, or other road following conditions; doing so
imperfections. This is normal system may damage the vehicle and void
operation; the vehicle does not need its warranty:
service. Turn LKA off if these
conditions continue. . For vehicles that are not
FlexFuel, fuel labeled
greater than 15% ethanol by
(Continued)
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Caution (Continued)
Fuels in Foreign Filling the Tank
Countries
volume, such as mid-level
The U.S., Canada, and Mexico post { Warning
ethanol blends (16–50%
fuel octane ratings in anti-knock Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn
ethanol), E85, or FlexFuel.
index (AKI). For fuel not to use in a violently and can cause injury or
. Fuel with any amount of foreign country, see Prohibited death.
methanol, methylal, Fuels 0 247.
ferrocene, and aniline. . To help avoid injuries to you
These fuels can corrode Fuel Additives and others, read and follow
metal fuel system parts or all the instructions on the
damage plastic and rubber TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is fuel pump island.
parts. highly recommended for use with
your vehicle. If your country does . Turn off the engine when
. Fuel containing metals such not have TOP TIER Detergent refueling.
as methylcyclopentadienyl Gasoline, add ACDelco Fuel . Keep sparks, flames, and
manganese tricarbonyl System Treatment Plus−Gasoline to smoking materials away
(MMT), which can damage the vehicle’s gasoline fuel tank at from fuel.
the emissions control every oil change or 15,000 km
system and spark plugs. . Do not leave the fuel pump
(9,000 mi), whichever occurs first.
unattended.
. Fuel with a posted octane TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline and
rating of less than the ACDelco Fuel System Treatment . Avoid using electronic
recommended fuel. Using Plus−Gasoline will help keep your devices while refueling.
this fuel will lower fuel vehicle’s engine fuel deposit free . Do not reenter the vehicle
economy and performance, and performing optimally. while pumping fuel.
and may decrease the life of
the emissions catalyst. . Keep children away from
the fuel pump and never let
children pump fuel.
(Continued)
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The vehicle has a capless refueling
Warning (Continued) system and does not have a fuel { Warning
cap. The filling nozzle must be fully
. Fuel can spray out if the If a fire starts while you are
inserted and latched prior to starting
refueling nozzle is inserted fuel flow. refueling, do not remove the
too quickly. This spray can nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by
happen if the tank is nearly shutting off the pump or by
full, and is more likely in hot { Warning notifying the station attendant.
weather. Insert the refueling Leave the area immediately.
Overfilling the fuel tank by more
nozzle slowly and wait for
any hiss noise to stop prior than three clicks of a standard fill
to beginning to flow fuel. nozzle may cause: Filling the Tank with a Portable
. Vehicle performance issues, Gas Can
including engine stalling and If the vehicle runs out of fuel and
damage to the fuel system. must be filled from a portable
. Fuel spills. gas can:
. Potential fuel fires.
Be careful not to spill fuel. Wait a

few seconds after you have finished
pumping before removing the
nozzle. Clean fuel from painted
surfaces as soon as possible. See 1. Locate the capless funnel
Exterior Care 0 330. adapter from the rear cargo
area under the load floor tray.
To open the fuel door, push and 2. Insert and latch the funnel into
release the rearward center edge of the capless fuel system.
the door.
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{ Warning Warning (Continued) Trailer Towing

Attempting to refuel without using and the vehicle damaged if this General Towing
the funnel adapter may cause fuel occurs. To help avoid injury to you Information
spillage and damage the capless and others:
fuel system. This could cause a Only use towing equipment that has
. Dispense fuel only into been designed for the vehicle.
fire and you or others could be approved containers.
badly burned and the vehicle Contact your dealer or trailering
could be damaged. . Do not fill a container while dealer for assistance with preparing
it is inside a vehicle, in a the vehicle to tow a trailer. Read the
vehicle's trunk, pickup bed, entire section before towing a trailer.
3. Remove and clean the funnel or on any surface other than To tow a disabled vehicle, see
adapter and return it to the the ground. Towing the Vehicle 0 327. To tow
storage location.
. Bring the fill nozzle in the vehicle behind another vehicle
contact with the inside of such as a motor home, see
Filling a Portable Fuel the fill opening before Recreational Vehicle Towing 0 327.
Container operating the nozzle.
Contact should be Driving Characteristics
{ Warning maintained until the filling is
complete.
and Towing Tips
Never fill a portable fuel container
while it is in the vehicle. Static
. Do not smoke while
pumping fuel.
{ Warning
electricity discharge from the You can lose control when towing
container can ignite the fuel . Avoid using electronic
devices. a trailer if the correct equipment is
vapor. You can be badly burned not used or the vehicle is not
(Continued) driven properly. For example,
if the trailer is too heavy or the
(Continued)
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important for your safety and that of transmission downshifts too
Warning (Continued) your passengers. Read this section often, a lower gear may be
carefully before pulling a trailer. selected using Manual Mode
trailer brakes are inadequate for See Manual Mode 0 213.
the load, the vehicle may not stop When towing a trailer:
as expected. You and others . Become familiar with and follow If equipped, Driver Assistance
could be seriously injured. The all state and local laws that systems must be turned off when
vehicle may also be damaged, apply to trailer towing. These towing a trailer See Driver
and the repairs would not be requirements vary from state to Assistance Systems 0 232.
covered by the vehicle warranty. state.
Pull a trailer only if all the steps in . State laws may require the use { Warning
this section have been followed. of extended side view mirrors. To prevent serious injury or death
Ask your dealer for advice and Even if not required, you should from carbon monoxide (CO),
information about towing a trailer install extended side view when towing a trailer:
with the vehicle. mirrors if your visibility is limited
or restricted while towing. . Do not drive with the
liftgate, trunk/hatch,
Driving with a Trailer . Do not tow a trailer during the or rear-most window open.
first 800 km (500 mi) of vehicle
Trailering is different than just . Fully open the air outlets on
use to prevent damage to the
driving the vehicle by itself. or under the instrument
engine, axle, or other parts.
Trailering means changes in panel.
handling, acceleration, braking, . During the first 800 km (500 mi)
durability, and fuel economy. of trailer towing, do not drive . Adjust the climate control
Successful, safe trailering takes over 80 km/h (50 mph) and do system to a setting that
correct equipment, and it has to be not make starts at full throttle. brings in only outside air.
used properly. See “Climate Control
. Vehicles can tow in D (Drive). Systems” in the Index.
The following information has many Tow/Haul Mode is recommended
time-tested, important trailering tips for heavier trailers. See Tow/ (Continued)
and safety rules. Many of these are Haul Mode 0 214. If the
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controller to check the trailer brakes returning to the lane. Pass on level
Warning (Continued) work. During the trip, occasionally roadways. Avoid passing on hills if
check that the cargo and trailer are possible.
For more information about secure and that the lamps and any
carbon monoxide, see Engine trailer brakes are working. Backing Up
Exhaust 0 207. Hold the bottom of the steering
Towing with a Stability Control wheel with one hand. To move the
Towing a trailer requires experience.
System trailer to the left, move that hand to
The combination of the vehicle and When towing, the stability control the left. To move the trailer to the
trailer is longer and not as system might be heard. The system right, move that hand to the right.
responsive as the vehicle itself. Get reacts to vehicle movement caused Always back up slowly and,
used to the handling and braking of by the trailer, which mainly occurs if possible, have someone
the combination by driving on a during cornering. This is normal guide you.
level road surface before driving on when towing heavier trailers.
public roads.
Making Turns
Following Distance
The trailer structure, the tires, and Caution
the brakes must be all be rated to Stay at least twice as far behind the
carry the intended cargo. vehicle ahead as you would when
driving without a trailer. This can Turn more slowly and make wider
Inadequate trailer equipment can arcs when towing a trailer to
cause the combination to operate in help to avoid heavy braking and
sudden turns. prevent damage to your vehicle.
an unexpected or unsafe manner. Making very sharp turns could
Before driving, inspect all trailer Passing cause the trailer to contact the
hitch parts and attachments, safety
More passing distance is needed vehicle.
chains, electrical connectors, lamps,
tires, and mirrors. See Towing when towing a trailer. The
Equipment 0 257. If the trailer has combination will not accelerate as Make wider turns than normal when
electric brakes, start the quickly and is much longer so it is towing, so trailer will not go over soft
combination moving and then necessary to go much farther shoulders, over curbs, or strike road
manually apply the trailer brake beyond the passed vehicle before
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signs, trees, or other objects. turning the engine off. If the 3. When the wheel chocks are in
Always signal turns well in advance. overheat warning comes on, see place, gradually release the
Do not steer or brake suddenly. Engine Overheating 0 276. brake pedal to allow the chocks
to absorb the load of the trailer.
Driving on Grades Parking on Hills
4. Reapply the brake pedal. Then
Reduce speed and shift to a lower apply the parking brake and
gear before starting down a long or { Warning shift into P (Park).
steep downhill grade. If the
transmission is not shifted down, the To prevent serious injury or death, 5. Release the brake pedal.
brakes may overheat and result in always park your vehicle and
trailer on a level surface when Leaving After Parking on a Hill
reduced braking efficiency.
possible. 1. Apply and hold the brake
The vehicle can tow in D (Drive). pedal.
Shift the transmission to a lower
gear if the transmission shifts too When parking your vehicle and your . Start the engine.
often under heavy loads and/or hilly trailer on a hill: . Shift into a gear.
conditions. 1. Press the brake pedal, but do . Release the parking brake.
When towing at higher altitudes, not shift into P (Park) yet. Turn
engine coolant will boil at a lower the wheels into the curb if 2. Let up on the brake pedal.
temperature than at lower altitudes. facing downhill or into traffic if 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is
If the engine is turned off facing uphill. clear of the chocks.
immediately after towing at high 2. Have someone place chocks
altitude on steep uphill grades, the 4. Stop and have someone pick
under the trailer wheels. up and store the chocks.
vehicle could show signs similar to
engine overheating. To avoid this,
let the engine run, preferably on
level ground, with the transmission
in P (Park) for a few minutes before
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Maintenance When Trailer Trailer Towing Safe trailering requires monitoring
Towing the weight, speed, altitude, road
grades, outside temperature,
The vehicle needs service more Caution dimensions of the front of the trailer,
often when used to tow trailers. See and how frequently the vehicle is
Maintenance Schedule 0 342. It is Towing a trailer improperly can
used to tow a trailer.
especially important to check the damage the vehicle and result in
automatic transmission fluid, engine costly repairs not covered by the Trailer Weight Ratings
oil, axle lubricant, belts, cooling vehicle warranty. To tow a trailer
When towing a trailer, the weight of
system, and brake system before correctly, follow the directions in
the loaded vehicle and trailer must
and during each trip. this section and see your dealer be within the weight ratings for the
Check periodically that all nuts and for important information about vehicle.
bolts on the trailer hitch are tight. towing a trailer with the vehicle.
. GCWR: Gross Combined Weight
Engine Cooling When Trailer Rating
Towing Trailer Weight
. GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating
The cooling system may temporarily
overheat during severe operating
{ Warning . Maximum Trailer Weight Rating
conditions. See Engine Overheating Never exceed the towing capacity . Maximum Trailer Tongue Weight
0 276. for your vehicle.
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The only way to be sure the weight Gross Combined Weight Maximum Trailer Weight
is not exceeding any of these Rating (GCWR) Rating
ratings is to weigh the tow vehicle
and trailer combination, fully loaded GCWR is the total allowable weight The maximum trailer weight rating is
for the trip, getting individual of the completely loaded vehicle calculated assuming the tow vehicle
weights for each of these items. and trailer including any fuel, has a driver, a front seat passenger,
passengers, cargo, equipment, and and all required trailering
accessories. Do not exceed the equipment. Weight of additional
{ Warning GCWR for your vehicle. The GCWR optional equipment, passengers,
for the vehicle is on the Tow Rating and cargo in the tow vehicle must
You and others could be seriously
Chart following. be subtracted from the trailer weight
injured or killed if the trailer is too
rating.
heavy or the trailer brakes are Gross Vehicle Weight
inadequate for the load. The Rating (GVWR) Use the tow rating chart to
vehicle may be damaged, and the determine how much the trailer can
For information about the vehicle's weigh, based on the vehicle model,
repairs would not be covered by
maximum load capacity, see Vehicle powertrain and trailering options.
the vehicle warranty. Load Limits 0 194. When calculating
Only tow a trailer if all the steps in the GVWR with a trailer attached,
this section have been followed. the trailer tongue weight must be
Ask your dealer for advice and included as part of the weight the
information about towing a trailer. vehicle is carrying.
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Vehicle Maximum Trailer Weight *GCWR
Front-Wheel Drive 680 kg (1,500 lb) 3 050 kg (6,725 lb)
Front-Wheel Drive, V92 Trailer Towing Package 2 268 kg (5,000 lb) 4 650 kg (10,250 lb)
All-Wheel Drive 680 kg (1,500 lb) 3 200 kg (7,055 lb)
All-Wheel Drive, V92 Trailer Towing Package 2 268 kg (5,000 lb) 4 750 kg (10,470 lb)
*The Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and
trailer including any passengers, cargo, equipment, and conversions. The GCWR for the vehicle should not be
exceeded.
Maximum Trailer Tongue allowable tongue weight the vehicle

Weight Rating can carry, which also reduces the
maximum allowable trailer weight.
The Maximum Trailer Tongue
Weight Rating is the allowable Trailer Load Balance
trailer tongue weight that the vehicle
The correct trailer load balance
can support. Do not exceed a
must be maintained to ensure trailer
maximum trailer tongue weight of
stability. Incorrect load balance is a
500 lbs. The trailer tongue weight
leading cause of trailer sway.
contributes to the Gross Vehicle
Weight (GVW). GVW includes the
CURB WEIGHT of your vehicle, any
passengers, cargo, equipment and
the trailer tongue weight. Vehicle The trailer tongue weight (1) should
options, passengers, cargo, and be 10–15% of the loaded trailer
equipment reduce the maximum weight (2). Some specific trailer
types, such as boat trailers, fall
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outside of this range. Always refer Towing Equipment Hitch Cover
to the trailer owner’s manual for the
recommended trailer tongue weight Hitches
for each trailer. Never exceed the Always use the correct hitch
maximum loads for your vehicle, equipment for your vehicle.
hitch and trailer. Crosswinds, large trucks going by,
After loading the trailer, separately and rough roads can affect the
weigh the trailer and then the trailer and the hitch.
tongue to see if the weights are Never attach rental hitches or other
proper. If the trailer tongue weight is bumper-type hitches. Only use
too high or too low, adjustments frame-mounted hitches that do not
might be made by moving some attach to the bumper.
items around in the trailer.
Always seal any holes in your
If a cargo carrier is used in the vehicle if the trailer hitch is
trailer hitch receiver, choose a To remove hitch cover, if equipped:
removed. If not sealed, dirt, water,
carrier that positions the load as and carbon monoxide (CO) from the 1. Remove the two fasteners on
close to the vehicle as possible. exhaust may enter your vehicle. the lower tabs.
Make sure the total weight, See Engine Exhaust 0 207.
including the carrier, is no more than 2. Pull the lower edge of the
half of the maximum allowable cover to about a 45 degree
tongue weight for the vehicle or angle.
227 kg (500 lb), whichever is less. 3. Pull the cover downward to
Ask your dealer for trailering disengage the upper
information or assistance. attachments.
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To reinstall hitch cover: Weight-Distributing Hitch Tires
1. Hold cover at a 45 degree Adjustment . Do not tow a trailer while using a
angle to the vehicle and push compact spare tire on the
the upper tabs into the slots in vehicle.
the bumper. . Tires must be properly inflated to
2. Push the bottom of the cover support loads while towing a
forward until the lower tabs line trailer. See Tires 0 295 for
up with the lower slots. instructions on proper tire
3. Snap the hitch cover into place inflation.
by pushing the upper corners Safety Chains
forward.
Always attach chains between the
4. Reinstall the two fasteners on vehicle and the trailer, and attach
the lower tabs. the chains to the holes on the trailer
Consider using mechanical sway hitch platform. Instructions about
1. Front of Vehicle
controls with any trailer. Ask a safety chains may be provided by
trailering professional about sway 2. Body to Ground Distance the hitch manufacturer or by the
controls or refer to the trailer When using a weight-distributing trailer manufacturer.
manufacturer's recommendations hitch, measure the front fender Cross the safety chains under the
and instructions. height distance (2) before tongue of the trailer to help prevent
connecting the trailer. Adjust the the tongue from contacting the road
spring bars until the front fender if it becomes separated from the
height distance (2) is the same hitch. Always leave just enough
height before the trailer was slack so the combination can turn.
connected. Do not reduce the front Never allow safety chains to drag on
fender height below the initial the ground.
distance (2).
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Trailer Brakes Trailer Wiring Use only a round, seven-wire
connector with flat blade terminals
Loaded trailers over 450 kg The trailer wiring harness (if
meeting SAE J2863 specifications
(1,000 lb) must be equipped with equipped), with a 7-pin connector is
for proper electrical connectivity.
brake systems and with brakes for located at the rear of the vehicle,
each axle. Trailer braking equipment and it is tied to the vehicle's frame. The seven-wire harness contains
conforming to Canadian Standards the following trailer circuits:
Association (CSA) requirement Stop/Turn
CAN3-D313, or its equivalent, is Yellow/Blue
Signal Left
recommended.
Stop/Turn
State or local regulations may Green/Brown
Signal Right
require trailers to have their own
braking system if the loaded weight Tail/Parking
Gray/Brown
of the trailer exceeds certain Lamps
requirements that can vary from Reverse Lamps White/Green
state to state.
Battery Feed Red/Green
Read and follow the instructions for
the trailer brakes so they are Ground Black
installed, adjusted, and maintained Electric Trailer
properly. If the vehicle is not equipped with a Blue
Brake*
7-pin trailer connector, the body
Never attempt to tap into your harness has provisions to connect a
vehicle's hydraulic brake system. trailer harness and a 7-pin trailer * Circuit powered by electric trailer
If you do, both the vehicle anti-lock connector which is available through brake control wiring provisions.
brakes and the trailer brakes may your dealer.
not function and could result in a
crash.
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Electric Trailer Brake Control If equipped, there are four blunt cut Tow/Haul Mode
Wiring Provisions wires inside the front driver side
For instructions on how to enter
instrument panel. It will be
Wiring provisions for an aftermarket Tow/Haul mode, see Driver Mode
necessary to have a technician
electric trailer brake controller are Control 0 220.
connect the 12-volt power to the
included with the vehicle as part of engine compartment fuse block. Tow/Haul assists when pulling a
the trailer wiring package. The heavy trailer or a large or heavy
harness contains the following Trailer Lamps load. See Tow/Haul Mode 0 214.
circuits:
Always check all trailer lamps are Tow/Haul Mode is designed to be
Electric Trailer working at the beginning of each most effective when the vehicle and
Blue
Brakes trip, and periodically on longer trips. trailer combined weight is at least
Red/Green or Turn Signals When Towing a 75% of the vehicle's Gross
Battery Feed Combined Weight Rating (GCWR).
Red/Blue Trailer
See “Weight of the Trailer” under
Brake Apply When properly connected, the trailer Trailer Towing 0 254.
White/Blue
Signal turn signals will illuminate to indicate
Tow/Haul Mode is most useful when
Ground Black the vehicle is turning, changing
pulling a heavy trailer or a large or
lanes, or stopping. When towing a
heavy load:
Refer to the aftermarket electric trailer, the arrows on the instrument
trailer brake controller owner's cluster will illuminate even if the . through rolling terrain
manual to determine wire color trailer is not properly connected or . in stop-and-go traffic
coding of the electric trailer brake the bulbs are burned out.
. in busy parking lots
controller. The wire colors on the Always check all trailer lamps are
brake controller may be different working at the beginning of each Operating the vehicle in Tow/Haul
from the vehicle. The electric trailer trip, and periodically on longer trips. Mode when lightly loaded or not
brake controller should be installed towing will not cause damage. It is
by your dealer or a qualified service not recommended and may result in
center.
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unpleasant engine and transmission If TSC is enabled, the Traction
driving characteristics and reduced Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak/ Warning (Continued)
fuel economy. ESC warning light will flash on the
instrument cluster. Reduce vehicle cargo, improper trailer hitch
configuration, or improperly
Trailer Sway speed by gradually removing your
inflated or incorrect vehicle or
foot from the accelerator. If trailer
Control (TSC) sway continues, StabiliTrak/ESC trailer tires. See Towing
Vehicles with StabiliTrak/Electronic can reduce engine torque to help Equipment 0 257 for trailer ratings
Stability Control (ESC) have a slow the vehicle. TSC will not and hitch setup
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) feature. function if StabiliTrak/ESC is turned recommendations.
Trailer sway is unintended off. See Traction Control/Electronic
side-to-side motion of a trailer while Stability Control 0 218.
towing. If the vehicle is towing a
Trailer Tires
trailer and the TSC detects that
sway is increasing, the vehicle
{ Warning Special Trailer (ST) tires differ from
vehicle tires. Trailer tires are
brakes are selectively applied at Trailer sway can result in a crash designed with stiff sidewalls to help
each wheel, to help reduce and in serious injury or death, prevent sway and to support heavy
excessive trailer sway. If equipped even if the vehicle is equipped loads. These features can make it
with the Integrated Trailer Brake with TSC. difficult to determine if the trailer tire
Control (ITBC) system, and the pressures are low only based on a
trailer has an electric brake system, If the trailer begins to sway, visual inspection.
StabiliTrak/ESC may also apply the reduce vehicle speed by
Always check all trailer tire
trailer brakes. gradually removing your foot from
pressures before each trip when the
the accelerator. Then pull over to
tires are cool. Low trailer tire
check the trailer and vehicle to pressure is a leading cause of trailer
help correct possible causes, tire blow-outs.
including an improperly or
overloaded trailer, unrestrained
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Trailer tires deteriorate over time. Conversions and
The trailer tire sidewall will show the Caution
week and year the tire was Add-Ons Some electrical equipment can
manufactured. Many trailer tire
damage the vehicle or cause
manufacturers recommend Add-On Electrical components to not work and
replacing tires more than six
years old.
Equipment would not be covered by the
vehicle warranty. Always check
Overloading is another leading
cause of trailer tire blow-outs. Never
{ Warning with your dealer before adding
electrical equipment.
load your trailer with more weight The Data Link Connector (DLC) is
than the tires are designed to used for vehicle service
support. The load rating is located and Emission Inspection/ Add-on equipment can drain the
on the trailer tire sidewall. Maintenance testing. See vehicle's 12-volt battery, even if the
Always know the maximum speed vehicle is not operating.
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
rating for the trailer tires before (Check Engine Light) 0 138. The vehicle has an airbag system.
driving. This may be significantly A device connected to the DLC — Before attempting to add anything
lower than the vehicle tire speed such as an aftermarket fleet or electrical to the vehicle, see
rating. The speed rating may be on driver-behavior tracking device — Servicing the Airbag-Equipped
the trailer tire sidewall. If the speed may interfere with vehicle Vehicle 0 93 and Adding Equipment
rating is not shown, the default systems. This could affect vehicle to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
trailer tire speed rating is 105 km/h operation and cause a crash. 0 93.
(65 mph). Such devices may also access
information stored in the vehicle’s
systems.
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Starter Switch Check . . . . . . . . . 281
Vehicle Care Park Brake and P (Park)
Tire Terminology and
Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299
Mechanism Check . . . . . . . . . . 281 Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302
Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . 282 Tire Pressure for High-Speed
General Information Windshield Replacement . . . . . 283 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 264 Gas Strut(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284 Tire Pressure Monitor
California Proposition System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304
65 Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264 Headlamp Aiming Tire Pressure Monitor
California Perchlorate Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . 285 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305
Materials Requirements . . . . . 265 Tire Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309
Accessories and Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 285 Tire Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309
Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265 When It Is Time for New
LED Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285
Vehicle Checks License Plate Lamp . . . . . . . . . . 285 Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310
Doing Your Own Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . 311
Service Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265 Electrical System Different Size Tires and
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266 Electrical System Overload . . . 286 Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312
Engine Compartment Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . 287 Uniform Tire Quality
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267 Engine Compartment Fuse Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312
Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268 Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287 Wheel Alignment and Tire
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . 270 Instrument Panel Fuse Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314
Automatic Transmission Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290 Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 314
Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271 Rear Compartment Fuse Tire Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . . . 272 Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292 If a Tire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . . . 316
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272 Tire Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317
Wheels and Tires Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . 323
Engine Overheating . . . . . . . . . . 276
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295
Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277 Jump Starting
All-Season Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278 Jump Starting - North
Winter Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296
Brake Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279 America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324
Tire Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . . . 296
Battery - North America . . . . . . 280
Tire Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298
All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281
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Towing the Vehicle General Information California Proposition
Towing the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 327 65 Warning
Recreational Vehicle For service and parts needs, visit
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327 your dealer. You will receive
Appearance Care
genuine GM parts and GM-trained { Warning
and supported service people.
Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330 Most motor vehicles, including
Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 335 Genuine GM parts have one of this one, as well as many of its
Floor Mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 338 these marks:
service parts and fluids, contain
and/or emit chemicals known to
the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Engine
exhaust, many parts and
systems, many fluids, and some
component wear by-products
contain and/or emit these
chemicals. For more information
go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/
passenger-vehicle.
See Battery - North America 0 280

and Jump Starting - North America
0 324 and the back cover.
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California Perchlorate Damage to suspension components Vehicle Checks
caused by modifying vehicle height
Materials Requirements outside of factory settings will not be
Certain types of automotive covered by the vehicle warranty. Doing Your Own
applications, such as airbag Damage to vehicle components
Service Work
initiators, seat belt pretensioners, resulting from modifications or the
and lithium batteries contained in
Remote Keyless Entry transmitters,
installation or use of non-GM { Warning
certified parts, including control
may contain perchlorate materials. module or software modifications, is It can be dangerous to work on
Special handling may be necessary. not covered under the terms of the your vehicle if you do not have
For additional information, see vehicle warranty and may affect the proper knowledge, service
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ remaining warranty coverage for manual, tools, or parts. Always
perchlorate. affected parts. follow owner’s manual procedures
and consult the service manual
Accessories and GM Accessories are designed to
complement and function with other for your vehicle before doing any
Modifications systems on the vehicle. See your service work.
Adding non-dealer accessories or dealer to accessorize the vehicle
making modifications to the vehicle using genuine GM Accessories If doing some of your own service
can affect vehicle performance and installed by a dealer technician. work, use the proper service
safety, including such things as Also, see Adding Equipment to the manual. It tells you much more
airbags, braking, stability, ride and Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 93. about how to service the vehicle
handling, emissions systems, than this manual can. To order the
aerodynamics, durability, and proper service manual, see
electronic systems like antilock Publication Ordering Information
brakes, traction control, and stability 0 366.
control. These accessories or This vehicle has an airbag system.
modifications could even cause Before attempting to do your own
malfunction or damage not covered service work, see Servicing the
by the vehicle warranty. Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 93.
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If equipped with remote vehicle Hood 2. At the front of the vehicle, pull
start, open the hood before up on the center of the hood,
performing any service work to To open the hood: and push the secondary hood
prevent remote starting the vehicle release to the right.
accidentally. See Remote Vehicle 3. After you have partially lifted
Start 0 36. the hood, gas struts will
Keep a record with all parts receipts automatically take over to lift
and list the mileage and the date of and hold the hood in the fully
any service work performed. See open position.
Maintenance Records 0 352. To close the hood:
1. Pull the hood release handle
with this symbol on it. It is 1. Before closing the hood, be
Caution under the instrument panel on sure all filler caps are properly
Even small amounts of the driver side of the vehicle. installed.
contamination can cause damage 2. Pull the hood down to close.
to vehicle systems. Do not allow Lower the hood until the lifting
contaminants to contact the fluids, pressure of the strut is
reservoir caps, or dipsticks. reduced. Then allow the hood
to fall and latch into place
under its own weight
3. Check to make sure the hood
is closed. If the hood does not
fully latch, gently push the
hood down at the front and
center of the hood until it is
completely latched.
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Engine Compartment Overview
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1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 272. Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil
2. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See To ensure proper engine Check the engine oil level regularly,
Engine Oil 0 268. performance and long life, careful every 650 km (400 mi), especially
3. Engine Oil Dipstick. See attention must be paid to engine oil. prior to a long trip. The engine oil
Engine Oil 0 268. Following these simple, but dipstick handle is a loop. See
important steps will help protect Engine Compartment Overview
4. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of 0 267 for the location.
your investment:
View). See Cooling System
0 272. . Use engine oil approved to the
proper specification and of the { Warning
5. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See
proper viscosity grade. See
Brake Fluid 0 279. The engine oil dipstick handle
“Selecting the Right Engine Oil”
may be hot; it could burn you.
6. Battery - North America 0 280. in this section.
Use a towel or glove to touch the
7. Engine Coolant Surge Tank . Check the engine oil level dipstick handle.
and Pressure Cap. See regularly and maintain the
Cooling System 0 272. proper oil level. See “Checking
Engine Oil” and “When to Add If a low oil Driver Information Center
8. Positive (+) Battery Terminal. (DIC) message displays, check the
See Jump Starting - North Engine Oil” in this section.
oil level.
America 0 324. . Change the engine oil at the
appropriate time. See Engine Oil Follow these guidelines:
9. Windshield Washer Fluid
Reservoir. See Washer Fluid Life System 0 270. . To get an accurate reading, park
0 277. . Always dispose of engine oil the vehicle on level ground.
properly. See “What to Do with Check the engine oil level after
10. Engine Compartment Fuse the engine has been off for at
Block 0 287. Used Oil” in this section.
least two hours. Checking the
11. Remote Negative (-) Battery engine oil level on steep grades
Terminal. See Jump Starting - or too soon after engine shutoff
North America 0 324. can result in incorrect readings.
Accuracy improves when
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checking a cold engine prior to an explanation of what kind of oil to Add enough oil to put the level
starting. Remove the dipstick use. For engine oil crankcase somewhere in the proper operating
and check the level. capacity, see Capacities and range. Push the dipstick all the way
. If unable to wait two hours, the Specifications 0 354. back in when through.
engine must be off for at least Selecting the Right Engine Oil
15 minutes if the engine is Caution
warm, or at least 30 minutes if Selecting the right engine oil
the engine is not warm. Pull out Do not add too much oil. Oil depends on both the proper oil
the dipstick, wipe it with a clean levels above or below the specification and viscosity grade.
paper towel or cloth, then push it acceptable operating range See Recommended Fluids and
back in all the way. Remove it shown on the dipstick are harmful Lubricants 0 350.
again, keeping the tip down, and to the engine. If you find that you Specification
check the level. have an oil level above the
operating range, i.e., the engine Ask for and use full synthetic engine
When to Add Engine Oil has so much oil that the oil level oils that meet the dexos1
gets above the cross-hatched specification. Engine oils that have
been approved by GM as meeting
area that shows the proper
the dexos1 specification are marked
operating range, the engine could
with the dexos1 approved logo. See
be damaged. You should drain www.gmdexos.com.
out the excess oil or limit driving
of the vehicle and seek a service
professional to remove the
If the oil is below the cross-hatched excess amount of oil.
area at the tip of the dipstick and
the engine has been off for at least
15 minutes, add 1 L (1 qt) of the See Engine Compartment Overview
recommended oil and then recheck 0 267 for the location of the engine
the level. See “Selecting the Right oil fill cap.
Engine Oil” later in this section for
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Engine Oil Additives/Engine dispose of oil by putting it in the
Caution Oil Flushes trash or pouring it on the ground,
into sewers, or into streams or
Failure to use the recommended Do not add anything to the oil. The bodies of water. Recycle it by taking
engine oil or equivalent can result recommended oils meeting the it to a place that collects used oil.
in engine damage not covered by dexos1 specification are all that is
the vehicle warranty. needed for good performance and
engine protection.
Engine Oil Life System
Viscosity Grade Engine oil system flushes are not When to Change Engine Oil
recommended and could cause This vehicle has a computer system
Use SAE 5W-30 viscosity grade engine damage not covered by the
engine oil. Cold Temperature that indicates when to change the
vehicle warranty. engine oil and filter. This is based
Operation: In an area of extreme
cold, where the temperature falls What to Do with Used Oil on a combination of factors which
below −29 °C (−20 °F), an include engine revolutions, engine
Used engine oil contains certain temperature, and miles driven.
SAE 0W-30 oil may be used. An oil
elements that can be unhealthy for Based on driving conditions, the
of this viscosity grade will provide
your skin and could even cause mileage at which an oil change is
easier cold starting for the engine at
cancer. Do not let used oil stay on indicated can vary considerably. For
extremely low temperatures.
your skin for very long. Clean your the oil life system to work properly,
When selecting an oil of the skin and nails with soap and water, the system must be reset every time
appropriate viscosity grade, it is or a good hand cleaner. Wash or the oil is changed.
recommended to select an oil of the properly dispose of clothing or rags
correct specification. See containing used engine oil. See the When the system has calculated
“Specification” earlier in this section. manufacturer's warnings about the that oil life has been diminished, it
use and disposal of oil products. indicates that an oil change is
necessary. A CHANGE ENGINE
Used oil can be a threat to the OIL SOON message comes on.
environment. If you change your Change the oil as soon as possible
own oil, be sure to drain all the oil within the next 1 000 km (600 mi).
from the filter before disposal. Never It is possible that, if driving under
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the best conditions, the oil life 1. Display the REMAINING OIL Change the fluid at the intervals
system might indicate that an oil LIFE on the DIC. See Driver listed in Maintenance Schedule
change is not necessary for up to a Information Center (DIC) (Base 0 342, and be sure to use the
year. The engine oil and filter must Level) 0 146 or Driver transmission fluid listed in
be changed at least once a year Information Center (DIC) Recommended Fluids and
and, at this time, the system must (Uplevel) 0 149. Lubricants 0 350.
be reset. Your dealer has trained
service people who will perform this 2. Press and hold V on the DIC
while the Oil Life display is Caution
work and reset the system. It is also
important to check the oil regularly active. The oil life will change Use of the incorrect automatic
over the course of an oil drain to 100%. transmission fluid may damage
interval and keep it at the proper If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON the vehicle, and the damage may
level. message comes back on when the not be covered by the vehicle
If the system is ever reset vehicle is started, the engine oil life warranty. Always use the correct
accidentally, the oil must be system has not been reset. Repeat automatic transmission fluid. See
changed at 5 000 km (3,000 mi) the procedure. Recommended Fluids and
since the last oil change. Lubricants 0 350.
Remember to reset the oil life Automatic Transmission
system whenever the oil is changed. Fluid The transmission fluid will not reach
How to Reset the Engine Oil It is not necessary to check the the end of the dipstick unless the
Life System transmission fluid level. transmission is at operating
A transmission fluid leak is the only temperature. If you need to check
Reset the system whenever the the transmission fluid level, take the
reason for fluid loss. If a leak
engine oil is changed so that the vehicle to your dealer.
occurs, take the vehicle to the
system can calculate the next
dealer and have it repaired as soon
engine oil change. To reset the
as possible.
system:
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Engine Air Cleaner/Filter replace if damaged. Do not clean
the engine air cleaner/filter or { Warning
The engine air cleaner/filter is in the components with water or
engine compartment on the compressed air. Operating the engine with the air
passenger side of the vehicle. See cleaner/filter off can cause you or
Engine Compartment Overview To inspect or replace the air cleaner/ others to be burned. Use caution
0 267 for location. filter: when working on the engine. Do
not start the engine or drive the
When to Inspect the Engine Air vehicle with the air cleaner/filter
Cleaner/Filter off, as flames may be present if
For intervals on changing and the engine backfires.
inspecting the engine air cleaner/
filter, see Maintenance Schedule
0 342.
Caution
How to Inspect the Engine Air
Cleaner/Filter If the air cleaner/filter is off, dirt
can easily get into the engine,
Do not start the engine or have the
which could damage it. Always
engine running with the engine air
cleaner/filter housing open. Before have the air cleaner/filter in place
removing the engine air cleaner/ 1. Remove the five screws and lift when driving.
filter, make sure that the engine air the cover off the air cleaner/
cleaner/filter housing and nearby filter housing.
Cooling System
components are free of dirt and 2. Inspect or replace the engine
debris. Remove the engine air air cleaner/filter. The cooling system allows the
cleaner/filter. Lightly tap and shake engine to maintain the correct
3. Lower the cover on the air working temperature.
the engine air cleaner/filter (away
cleaner/filter housing and
from the vehicle), to release loose
secure with the five screws.
dust and dirt. Inspect the engine air
cleaner/filter for damage, and
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What to Use
{ Warning
Do not touch heater or radiator { Warning
hoses, or other engine parts.
Plain water, or other liquids such
They can be very hot and can
as alcohol, can boil before the
burn you. Do not run the engine if
proper coolant mixture will. With
there is a leak; all coolant could
plain water or the wrong mixture,
leak out. That could cause an
the engine could get too hot but
engine fire and can burn you. Fix
there would not be an overheat
any leak before driving the
warning. The engine could catch
vehicle.
fire and you or others could be
1. Engine Cooling Fan (Out burned.
of View) Engine Coolant
2. Engine Coolant Surge Tank The cooling system in the vehicle is Use a 50/50 mixture of clean,
and Pressure Cap filled with DEX-COOL engine drinkable water and DEX-COOL
coolant. This coolant needs to be coolant. If using this mixture,
{ Warning checked and replaced at nothing else needs to be added.
appropriate intervals. See This mixture:
An underhood electric fan can Maintenance Schedule 0 342. . Gives freezing protection down
start up even when the engine is
The following explains the cooling to −37 °C (−34 °F), outside
not running and can cause injury. system and how to check and add temperature.
Keep hands, clothing, and tools coolant when it is low. If there is a
away from any underhood . Gives boiling protection up to
problem with engine overheating,
electric fan. 129 °C (265 °F), engine
see Engine Overheating 0 276.
temperature
. Protects against rust and
corrosion.
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. Will not damage aluminum parts. Checking Coolant cooling system is cool before this is
. Helps keep the proper engine done. See Engine Overheating
The vehicle must be on a level
temperature. 0 276.
surface when checking the coolant
level. The coolant surge tank is located in
Caution the engine compartment on the
driver side of the vehicle. See
Do not use anything other than a Engine Compartment Overview
mix of DEX-COOL coolant that 0 267.
meets GM Standard How to Add Coolant to the
GMW3420 and clean, drinkable
Coolant Surge Tank
water. Anything else can cause
damage to the engine cooling
system and the vehicle, which { Warning
would not be covered by the Steam and scalding liquids from a
vehicle warranty. hot cooling system are under
pressure. Turning the pressure
Never dispose of engine coolant by cap, even a little, can cause them
putting it in the trash, pouring it on Check to see if coolant is visible in to come out at high speed and
the ground, or into sewers, streams, the coolant surge tank. If the coolant you could be burned. Never turn
or bodies of water. Have the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is the cap when the cooling system,
changed by an authorized service boiling, do not do anything else until
including the pressure cap, is hot.
center, familiar with legal it cools down. If coolant is visible
but the coolant level mark is not Wait for the cooling system and
requirements regarding used pressure cap to cool.
coolant disposal. This will help visible, add a 50/50 mixture of
protect the environment and your clean, drinkable water and
health. DEX-COOL coolant at the coolant
surge tank to the top rib on the
middle of the tank, but be sure the
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1. Remove the coolant surge tank
{ Warning Caution pressure cap when the cooling
system, including the coolant
Plain water, or other liquids such Failure to follow the specific surge tank pressure cap and
as alcohol, can boil before the coolant fill procedure could cause upper radiator hose, is no
proper coolant mixture will. With the engine to overheat and could longer hot.
plain water or the wrong mixture, cause system damage. If coolant
the engine could get too hot but is not visible in the surge tank, Turn the pressure cap slowly
there would not be an overheat contact your dealer. counterclockwise about
one-quarter of a turn. If you
warning. The engine could catch
hear a hiss, wait for that to
fire and you or others could be If no problem is found, check to see stop. This will allow any
burned. if coolant is visible in the coolant pressure still left to be vented
surge tank. If coolant is visible but out the discharge hose.
the coolant level is not at the
2. Keep turning the pressure cap
{ Warning indicated level mark, add a
50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable
slowly and remove it.
Spilling coolant on hot engine water and DEX-COOL coolant at the
parts can burn you. Coolant coolant surge tank, but be sure the
contains ethylene glycol and it will cooling system, including the
burn if the engine parts are hot coolant surge tank pressure cap, is
enough. cool before you do it.
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3. Fill the coolant surge tank with fan is running. If the engine is
the proper mixture to the Caution overheating, the fan should be
indicated level mark. running. If it is not, do not continue
If the pressure cap is not tightly to run the engine. Have the vehicle
4. With the coolant surge tank installed, coolant loss and engine
pressure cap off, start the serviced.
damage may occur. Be sure the
engine and let it run until you cap is properly and tightly
can feel the upper radiator Caution
secured.
hose getting hot. Watch out for
the engine cooling fan. Do not run the engine if there is a
Engine Overheating leak in the engine cooling system.
By this time, the coolant level This can cause a loss of all
inside the coolant surge tank The vehicle has several indicators coolant and can damage the
may be lower. If the level is to warn of the engine overheating. system and vehicle. Have any
lower, add more of the proper
There is an engine coolant leaks fixed right away.
mixture to the coolant surge
tank until the level reaches the temperature gauge on the
indicated level mark. instrument cluster. See Engine If Steam Is Coming from the
Coolant Temperature Gauge 0 135.
5. Replace the pressure cap The vehicle may also display a
Engine Compartment
tightly. message on the Driver Information
6. Verify coolant level after the Center (DIC). { Warning
engine is shut off and the If the decision is made not to lift the Steam and scalding liquids from a
coolant is cold. If necessary, hood when this warning appears, hot cooling system are under
repeat coolant fill procedure get service help right away. See pressure. Turning the pressure
Steps 1–6. Roadside Assistance Program cap, even a little, can cause them
If the coolant still is not at the 0 360. to come out at high speed and
proper level when the system If the decision is made to lift the you could be burned. Never turn
cools down again, see your hood, make sure the vehicle is the cap when the cooling system,
dealer. parked on a level surface. Then (Continued)
check to see if the engine cooling
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Warning (Continued)
3. When it is safe to do so, pull off Washer Fluid
the road, shift to P (Park) or
N (Neutral), and let the What to Use
including the pressure cap, is hot. engine idle.
Wait for the cooling system and When windshield washer fluid is
pressure cap to cool. If the engine coolant temperature needed, be sure to read the
gauge is no longer in the manufacturer's instructions before
overheated area, the vehicle can be use. If operating the vehicle in an
If No Steam Is Coming from driven. Continue to drive the vehicle area where the temperature may fall
the Engine Compartment slowly for about 10 minutes. Keep a below freezing, use a fluid that has
If an engine overheat warning is safe distance from the vehicle in sufficient protection against
displayed but no steam can be seen front. If the warning does not come freezing.
or heard, the problem may not be back on, continue to drive normally
and have the cooling system Adding Washer Fluid
too serious. Sometimes the engine
can get a little too hot when the checked for proper fill and function.
vehicle: If the warning continues, pull over,
. Climbs a long hill on a hot day. stop, and park the vehicle
right away.
. Stops after high-speed driving.
If there is no sign of steam, idle the
. Idles for long periods in traffic. engine for three minutes while
If the overheat warning is displayed parked. If the warning is still Open the cap with the washer
with no sign of steam: displayed, turn off the engine until it symbol on it. Add washer fluid until
cools down. the tank is full. See Engine
1. Turn the air conditioning off.
Compartment Overview 0 267 for
2. Turn the heater on to the reservoir location.
highest temperature and to the
highest fan speed. Open the
windows as necessary.
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Caution Caution (Continued) Caution

. Do not use washer fluid that for fluid expansion if Continuing to drive with worn-out
contains any type of water freezing occurs, which could brake pads could result in costly
repellent coating. This can damage the tank if it is brake repair.
cause the wiper blades to completely full.
chatter or skip.
Some driving conditions or climates
. Do not use engine coolant Brakes can cause a brake squeal when the
(antifreeze) in the brakes are first applied or lightly
windshield washer. It can Disc brake pads have built-in wear applied. This does not mean
damage the windshield indicators that make a high-pitched something is wrong with the brakes.
washer system and paint. warning sound when the brake pads
are worn and new pads are needed. Properly torqued wheel nuts are
. Do not mix water with necessary to help prevent brake
The sound can come and go or can
ready-to-use washer fluid. be heard all the time when the pulsation. When tires are rotated,
Water can cause the vehicle is moving, except when inspect brake pads for wear and
solution to freeze and applying the brake pedal firmly. evenly tighten wheel nuts in the
damage the washer fluid proper sequence to torque
tank and other parts of the
washer system. { Warning specifications. See Capacities and
Specifications 0 354.
. When using concentrated The brake wear warning sound Brake pads should be replaced as
washer fluid, follow the means that soon the brakes will complete sets.
manufacturer instructions for not work well. That could lead to
adding water. a crash. When the brake wear Brake Pedal Travel
. Fill the washer fluid tank warning sound is heard, have the See your dealer if the brake pedal
only three-quarters full when vehicle serviced. does not return to normal height,
it is very cold. This allows or if there is a rapid increase in
(Continued) pedal travel. This could be a sign
that brake service may be required.
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Replacing Brake System Parts Checking Brake Fluid installed. Add or remove fluid, as
With the vehicle in P (Park) on a necessary, only when work is done
Always replace brake system parts
level surface, the brake fluid level on the brake hydraulic system.
with new, approved replacement
parts. If this is not done, the brakes should be between the minimum
may not work properly. The braking and maximum marks on the brake { Warning
performance expected can change fluid reservoir.
in many other ways if the wrong If too much brake fluid is added, it
There are only two reasons why the can spill on the engine and burn,
replacement brake parts are brake fluid level in the reservoir may
installed or if parts are improperly if the engine is hot enough. You
go down: or others could be burned, and
installed.
. Normal brake lining wear. When the vehicle could be damaged.
Brake Fluid new linings are installed, the Add brake fluid only when work is
fluid level goes back up. done on the brake hydraulic
. A fluid leak in the brake system.
hydraulic system. Have the
brake hydraulic system fixed. When the brake fluid falls to a low
With a leak, the brakes will not level, the brake warning light comes
work well. on. See Brake System Warning
Always clean the brake fluid Light 0 140.
The brake master cylinder reservoir reservoir cap and the area around Brake fluid absorbs water over time
is filled with GM approved DOT 3 the cap before removing it. which degrades the effectiveness of
brake fluid as indicated on the the brake fluid. Replace brake fluid
Do not top off the brake fluid.
reservoir cap. See Engine at the specified intervals to prevent
Adding fluid does not correct a leak.
Compartment Overview 0 267 for increased stopping distance. See
If fluid is added when the linings are
the location of the reservoir. Maintenance Schedule 0 342.
worn, there will be too much fluid
when new brake linings are
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What to Add Battery - North America
Use only GM approved DOT 3
{ Warning
The original equipment battery is
brake fluid from a clean, sealed maintenance free. Do not remove WARNING: Battery posts,
container. See Recommended the cap and do not add fluid. terminals, and related
Fluids and Lubricants 0 350. accessories contain lead and lead
Refer to the replacement number on
the original battery label when a compounds, chemicals known to
{ Warning new battery is needed. For the State of California to cause
replacement of the battery, see your cancer and birth defects or other
The wrong or contaminated brake reproductive harm. Batteries also
fluid could result in damage to the dealer.
contain other chemicals known to
brake system. This could result in Stop/Start System the State of California to cause
the loss of braking leading to a cancer. WASH HANDS AFTER
The vehicle has a Stop/Start system
possible injury. Always use the to shut off the engine to help HANDLING. For more information
proper GM approved brake fluid. conserve fuel. See Starting the go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/
Engine 0 200. passenger-vehicle.
It has an Absorbed Glass Mat
Caution (AGM) 12-volt battery. Installation of See California Proposition
a standard 12-volt battery will result 65 Warning 0 264 and the back
If brake fluid is spilled on the in reduced 12-volt battery life. cover.
vehicle's painted surfaces, the
When using a 12-volt battery
paint finish can be damaged.
charger on the 12-volt AGM battery,
Immediately wash off any painted
some chargers have an AGM
surface. battery setting on the charger.
If available, use the AGM setting on
the charger, to limit charge voltage
to 14.8 volts.
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Vehicle Storage leak or unusual noise. If required, If the vehicle starts in any other
have the transfer case serviced by position, contact your dealer for
{ Warning your dealer. service.
Batteries have acid that can burn Starter Switch Check Park Brake and P (Park)
you and gas that can explode. Mechanism Check
You can be badly hurt if you are { Warning
not careful. See Jump Starting -
North America 0 324 for tips on When you are doing this { Warning
working around a battery without inspection, the vehicle could When you are doing this check,
getting hurt. move suddenly. If the vehicle the vehicle could begin to move.
moves, you or others could be You or others could be injured
injured. and property could be damaged.
Infrequent Usage: Remove the
black, negative (−) cable from the Make sure there is room in front
battery to keep the battery from 1. Before starting this check, be of the vehicle in case it begins to
running down. sure there is enough room roll. Be ready to apply the regular
Extended Storage: Remove the around the vehicle. brake at once should the vehicle
black, negative (−) cable from the 2. Apply both the parking brake begin to move.
battery or use a battery trickle and the regular brake.
charger. Do not use the accelerator Park on a fairly steep hill, with the
pedal, and be ready to turn off vehicle facing downhill. Keeping
All-Wheel Drive the engine immediately if it your foot on the regular brake, set
starts. the parking brake.
Transfer Case
3. Try to start the engine in each . To check the parking brake's
Under normal driving conditions, holding ability: With the engine
transfer case fluid does not require gear. The vehicle should start
only in P (Park) or N (Neutral). running and the transmission in
maintenance unless there is a fluid N (Neutral), slowly remove foot
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pressure from the regular brake
pedal. Do this until the vehicle is Caution
held by the parking brake only.
Allowing the wiper arm to touch
. To check the P (Park) the windshield when no wiper
mechanism's holding ability: blade is installed could damage
With the engine running, shift to the windshield. Any damage that
P (Park). Then release the occurs would not be covered by
parking brake followed by the the vehicle warranty. Do not allow
regular brake.
the wiper arm to touch the
Contact your dealer if service is windshield.
required.
Wiper Blade Replacement Front Wiper Blade 2. Lift up on the latch in the
Replacement middle of the wiper blade
Windshield wiper blades should be where the wiper arm attaches.
inspected for wear and cracking. To replace the front wiper blades:
3. With the latch open, pull the
See Maintenance Schedule 0 342. 1. Pull the windshield wiper
wiper blade down toward the
Replacement blades come in assembly away from the
windshield far enough to
different types and are removed in windshield.
release it from the J-hooked
different ways. For proper type and end of the wiper arm.
length, see Maintenance
4. Remove the wiper blade.
Replacement Parts 0 351.
5. Reverse Steps 1–3 for wiper
blade replacement.
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Caution
Windshield Replacement
Driver Assistance Systems
Damage may occur if the wiper
blades are not in contact with the If the windshield needs to be
windshield before turning on the replaced and the vehicle is
wiper system. equipped with a front camera sensor
for the Driver Assistance Systems, a
GM replacement windshield is
Rear Wiper Blade Replacement recommended. The replacement
5. Push the release lever (2) to windshield must be installed
To replace the rear wiper blade: disengage the hook and push according to GM specifications for
the wiper arm (1) out of the proper alignment. If it is not, these
blade assembly (3). systems may not work properly, they
6. Push the new blade assembly may display messages, or they may
securely on the wiper arm until not work at all. See your dealer for
the release lever clicks into proper windshield replacement.
place. Acoustic Windshield
1. Slide a plastic tool under the 7. To reinstall the cover, ensure
The vehicle is equipped with an
cover and push upward to that the cover hook slides into
acoustic windshield. If the
unsnap. the slot in the blade assembly.
windshield needs to be replaced, be
2. Slide the cover toward the 8. Snap the cover down to sure to get an acoustic windshield
wiper blade tip to unhook it secure. so you will continue to have the
from the blade assembly. benefits an acoustic windshield can
provide.
3. Remove the cover.
4. Lift the wiper arm away from
the windshield.
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Gas Strut(s) Caution
This vehicle is equipped with gas
strut(s) to provide assistance in Do not apply tape or hang any
lifting and holding open the hood/ objects from gas struts. Also do
trunk/liftgate system in full open not push down or pull on gas
position. struts. This may cause damage to
the vehicle.
{ Warning
See Maintenance Schedule 0 342.
If the gas struts that hold open
the hood, trunk, and/or liftgate fail,
you or others could be seriously Trunk
injured. Take the vehicle to your
dealer for service immediately.
Visually inspect the gas struts for
signs of wear, cracks, or other
damage periodically. Check to
make sure the hood/trunk/liftgate
is held open with enough force.
If struts are failing to hold the
hood/trunk/liftgate, do not
operate. Have the vehicle
Hood
serviced.
Liftgate
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Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement
Headlamp aim has been preset and For the proper type of replacement
should need no further adjustment. bulbs, or any bulb changing
If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, procedure not listed in this section,
the headlamp aim may be affected. contact your dealer.
If adjustment to the headlamps is
necessary, see your dealer. Caution
Do not replace incandescent
bulbs with aftermarket LED
replacement bulbs. This can
cause damage to the vehicle Lamp Assembly
electrical system.
LED Lighting
This vehicle has several LED lamps.
For replacement of any LED lighting
assembly, contact your dealer.
License Plate Lamp

This section is for vehicles without a
Rear Camera Mirror (RCM).
Vehicles with an RCM have an LED
license plate lamp. Bulb Assembly
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To replace one of these bulbs: Electrical System Headlamp Wiring
1. Push the left end of the lamp An electrical overload may cause
assembly toward the right. Electrical System the lamps to go on and off, or in
2. Turn the lamp assembly down Overload some cases to remain off. Have the
to remove it. headlamp wiring checked right away
The vehicle has fuses and circuit if the lamps go on and off or
3. Turn the bulb socket (1) breakers to protect against an remain off.
counterclockwise to remove it electrical system overload.
from the lamp assembly (3). Windshield Wipers
When the current electrical load is
4. Pull the bulb (2) straight out of too heavy, the circuit breaker opens If the wiper motor overheats due to
the bulb socket (1). and closes, protecting the circuit heavy snow or ice, the windshield
until the current load returns to wipers will stop until the motor cools
5. Push the replacement bulb
normal or the problem is fixed. This and will then restart.
straight into the bulb socket
and turn the bulb socket greatly reduces the chance of circuit Although the circuit is protected
clockwise to install it into the overload and fire caused by from electrical overload, overload
lamp assembly. electrical problems. due to heavy snow or ice may
Fuses and circuit breakers protect cause wiper linkage damage.
6. Turn the lamp assembly into
power devices in the vehicle. Always clear ice and heavy snow
the lamp assembly opening
from the windshield before using the
engaging the clip side first. Replace a bad fuse with a new one windshield wipers.
7. Push on the lamp side opposite of the identical size and rating.
If the overload is caused by an
the clip until the lamp assembly If there is a problem on the road and electrical problem and not snow or
snaps into place. a fuse needs to be replaced, the ice, be sure to get it fixed.
same amperage fuse can be
borrowed. Choose some feature of
the vehicle that is not needed to use
and replace it as soon as possible.
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Fuses and Circuit replace the fuse. Be sure to replace
Caution
a bad fuse with a new one of the
Breakers identical size and rating.
The wiring circuits in the vehicle are Do not pull the engine
Fuses of the same amperage can compartment fuse block lever,
protected from short circuits by a be temporarily borrowed from
combination of fuses and circuit since it is intended only for
another fuse location, if a fuse goes service purposes. If pulled,
breakers. This greatly reduces the out. Replace the fuse as soon as
chance of damage caused by vehicle malfunction may occur.
possible.
electrical problems.
Engine Compartment To remove the fuse block cover,
{ Danger Fuse Block press the clips on the cover and lift
it straight up.
Fuses and circuit breakers are
marked with their ampere rating. Caution
Do not exceed the
specified amperage rating when Spilling liquid on any electrical
replacing fuses and circuit component on the vehicle may
breakers. Use of an oversized damage it. Always keep the
fuse or circuit breaker can result covers on any electrical
in a vehicle fire. You and others component.
could be seriously injured or
killed.
To remove fuses, use the fuse puller
and pull straight out.
To check a fuse, look at the
silver-colored band inside the fuse.
If the band is broken or melted,
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Fuses Usage
F2 Starter 1
F3 DC DC
transformer 1
F4 –
F5 DC DC
transformer 2
F6 –
F7 –
F8 –
F9 Vacuum pump
F10 Front wiper
F11 –
F12 –
F13 Starter 2
F14 –
F15 Rear wiper
F16 –
F17 –
The vehicle may not be equipped Fuses Usage
with all of the fuses, relays, and F18 –
features shown. F1 Antilock brake F19 –
system pump
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Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage
F20 – F34 Horn F47 –
F21 – F35 – F48 –
F22 Electronic brake F36 – F49 Interior rearview
control module F37 Right low-beam mirror
F23 Parking/Trailer headlamp F50 Fuel system control
lamps F38 Automatic module
F24 Right trailer headlamp leveling F51 Heated steering
stoplamp/Turn motor wheel
signal lamp F39 Transmission F52 Folding seats
F25 Steering control module switch
column lock F40 Left rear bus F53 –
F26 – electrical center/ F54 Coolant pump
F27 Left trailer Ignition
F55 Air conditioning
stoplamp/Turn F41 Instrument cluster clutch
signal lamp F42 Heating, F56 Integrated chassis
F28 – ventilation, and air control module
F29 – conditioning
F57 Engine control
F30 Washer pump F43 Head-up display module/Ignition
F31 – F44 Communication F58 Transmission
gateway module/ control module/
F32 Left low-beam Run/Crank
headlamp Ignition
F45 – F59 Engine control
F33 Front fog lamps
F46 – module battery
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Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Instrument Panel Fuse
F60 Engine control F74 – Block
module – even F75 –
F61 O2 sensor 1/MAF F76 –
F62 – F77 –
F63 O2 sensor 2/
Canister/Engine oil/ Relays Usage
Turbo
K1 Starter 1
F64 Aeroshutter
K2 Run/Crank
F65 Engine control
module K3 Vacuum pump
powertrain 1 K4 –
F66 Engine control K5 Air conditioning
module The instrument panel fuse block is
powertrain 2 K6 Coolant pump inside the center console on the
K7 Engine control passenger side of the vehicle.
F67 Engine control
module – odd module Remove the fuse access door by
K8 Folding seats pulling the door at the opening.
F68 –
K9 – To remove a fuse, use the fuse
F69 –
puller in the engine compartment
F70 – K10 Starter 2
fuse block.
F71 –
F72 –
F73 –
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Fuses Usage Fuses Usage
F1 Body control F15 –
module 6 F16 Sunroof
F2 Diagnostic link F17 Communication
F3 Electric steering gateway module
column lock F18 Instrument cluster
F4 Rear USB port F19 Body control
F5 – module 1
F6 Heating, ventilation, F20 Wireless charger
and air conditioning module
F7 Body control F21 Body control
module 3 module 4
F8 – F22 Infotainment
F9 Right front F23 Body control
heated seat module 2
F10 Airbag F24 –
F11 Electronic precision F25 Park assist
shift F26 Communications
F12 Amplifier integration module
The vehicle may not be equipped F13 Body control F27 Video
with all of the fuses, relays, and module 7 F28 Radio/Heating,
features shown. F14 Left front ventilation, and air
heated seat conditioning display
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Fuses Usage Circuit Usage The trim panel is removed by prying
Breakers along the top edge of the trim panel
F29 Radio at two notched locations. Remove
F30 Steering wheel F40 – the trim panel to access the fuse
controls F41 – block.
F31 Front blower F42 Auxiliary power To remove a fuse, use the fuse
outlet/Lighter puller in the engine compartment
F32 DC AC inverter fuse block.
F33 Driver power seat Rear Compartment Fuse The fuse block label is on the back
F34 Passenger Block of the access door in the driver side
power seat rear trim panel.
F35 Feed/Body control
module 4
F36 Electric power
steering
F37 Power outlet/
Wireless charger/
Accessory
F38 Body control
module 8
F39 Steering wheel
controls backlighting
The rear compartment fuse block is
behind a trim panel on the driver
side of the rear storage
compartment.
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Fuses Usage
F5 Rear drive control
F6 –
F7 Right window
F8 Rear defogger
F9 Left window
F10 –
F11 Trailer reverse
F12 USB port/Third row
seats
F13 –
F14 –
F15 –
F16 –
F17 Camera
F18 –
F19 Ventilated seats
F20 –
F21 –
Fuses Usage Fuses Usage
F22 –
F1 – F3 Folding seats
F23 –
F2 Trailer F4 Rear blower
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Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage
F24 Lumbar F41 Automatic F56 Universal remote
F25 – occupancy sensor system/Overhead
F42 – console
F26 Trailer brake lamps
F43 – F57 Hands free closure
F27 – release
F28 Passive entry/ F44 –
Passive start F45 Liftgate motor Circuit Usage
F29 – F46 Rear heated seats Breakers
F30 Canister vent F47 – CB1 –
F31 – F48 – CB2 –
F32 Heated mirrors F49 – CB3 Rear auxiliary

power outlet
F33 USB port/Second F50 –
row seats F51 – Relays Usage
F34 Liftgate module F52 Semi-active K1 –
F35 Fuel system control dampening system K2 –
module module
F36 – F53 –
F37 – F54 External object
F38 Window module calculating remote
system/Side blind
F39 Rear closure zone alert
F40 Memory seat F55 –
module
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Wheels and Tires Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued)
Tires . Underinflated tires pose . Replace any tires that
Every new GM vehicle has the same danger as have been damaged by
high-quality tires made by a overloaded tires. The impacts with potholes,
leading tire manufacturer. See resulting crash could curbs, etc.
the warranty manual for cause serious injury. . Improperly repaired tires
information regarding the tire Check all tires frequently can cause a crash. Only
warranty and where to get to maintain the the dealer or an
service. For additional recommended pressure. authorized tire service
information refer to the tire Tire pressure should be center should repair,
manufacturer. checked when the tires replace, dismount, and
are cold. mount the tires.
{ Warning . Overinflated tires are . Do not spin the tires in
more likely to be cut, excess of 56 km/h
. Poorly maintained and punctured, or broken by
improperly used tires are (35 mph) on slippery
a sudden impact — such surfaces such as snow,
dangerous. as when hitting a pothole. mud, ice, etc. Excessive
. Overloading the tires can Keep tires at the spinning may cause the
cause overheating as a recommended pressure. tires to explode.
result of too much . Worn or old tires can
flexing. There could be a cause a crash. If the See Tire Pressure for
blowout and a serious tread is badly worn, High-Speed Operation 0 303 for
crash. See Vehicle Load replace them. inflation pressure adjustment for
Limits 0 194. (Continued) high-speed driving.
(Continued)
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All-Season Tires Winter Tires . Use only radial ply tires of the
same size, load range, and
This vehicle may come with This vehicle was not originally speed rating as the original
all-season tires. These tires are equipped with winter tires. Winter equipment tires.
designed to provide good overall tires are designed for increased
performance on most road surfaces traction on snow and ice-covered Winter tires with the same speed
and weather conditions. Original roads. Consider installing winter rating as the original equipment tires
equipment tires designed to GM's tires on the vehicle if frequent may not be available for H, V, W, Y,
specific tire performance criteria driving on ice or snow covered and ZR speed rated tires. If winter
have a TPC specification code roads is expected. See your dealer tires with a lower speed rating are
molded onto the sidewall. Original for details regarding winter tire chosen, never exceed the tire's
equipment all-season tires can be availability and proper tire selection. maximum speed capability.
identified by the last two characters Also, see Buying New Tires 0 311.
of this TPC code, which will With winter tires, there may be
Tire Sidewall Labeling
be “MS.” decreased dry road traction, Useful information about a tire is
Consider installing winter tires on increased road noise, and shorter molded into its sidewall. The
the vehicle if frequent driving on tread life. After changing to winter examples show a typical
snow or ice-covered roads is tires, be alert for changes in vehicle passenger vehicle tire and a
expected. All-season tires provide handling and braking. compact spare tire sidewall.
adequate performance for most If using winter tires:
winter driving conditions, but they
may not offer the same level of . Use tires of the same brand and
traction or performance as winter tread type on all four wheel
tires on snow or ice-covered roads. positions.
See Winter Tires 0 296.
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code molded onto the sidewall. Tire Identification Number (TIN).
GM's TPC specifications meet or The TIN shows the
exceed all federal safety manufacturer and plant code,
guidelines. tire size, and date the tire was
(3) DOT (Department of manufactured. The TIN is
Transportation) : The molded onto both sides of the
Department of Transportation tire, although only one side may
(DOT) code indicates that the have the date of manufacture.
tire is in compliance with the (5) Tire Ply Material : The type
U.S. Department of of cord and number of plies in
Transportation Motor Vehicle the sidewall and under the tread.
Passenger (P-Metric) Tire Example Safety Standards. (6) Uniform Tire Quality
(1) Tire Size : The tire size is a DOT Tire Date of Grading (UTQG) : Tire
combination of letters and Manufacture : The last four manufacturers are required to
numbers used to define a digits of the TIN indicate the grade tires based on three
particular tire's width, height, tire manufactured date. The first performance factors: treadwear,
aspect ratio, construction type, two digits represent the week traction, and temperature
and service description. See the (01–52) and the last two digits, resistance. For more information
“Tire Size” illustration later in this the year. For example, the third see Uniform Tire Quality
section. week of the year 2010 would Grading 0 312.
(2) TPC Spec (Tire have a four-digit DOT date (7) Maximum Cold Inflation
Performance Criteria of 0310. Load Limit : Maximum load that
Specification) : Original (4) Tire Identification Number can be carried and the
equipment tires designed to (TIN) : The letters and numbers maximum pressure needed to
GM's specific tire performance following the DOT (Department support that load.
criteria have a TPC specification of Transportation) code are the
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(3) Tire Identification Number (6) Tire Size : A combination of
(TIN) : The letters and numbers letters and numbers define a
following the DOT (Department tire's width, height, aspect ratio,
of Transportation) code are the construction type, and service
Tire Identification Number (TIN). description. The letter T as the
The TIN shows the first character in the tire size
manufacturer and plant code, means the tire is for temporary
tire size, and date the tire was use only.
manufactured. The TIN is (7) TPC Spec (Tire
molded onto both sides of the Performance Criteria
tire, although only one side may Specification) : Original
Compact Spare Tire Example have the date of manufacture. equipment tires designed to
(1) Tire Ply Material : The type (4) Maximum Cold Inflation GM's specific tire performance
of cord and number of plies in Load Limit : Maximum load that criteria have a TPC specification
the sidewall and under the tread. can be carried and the code molded onto the sidewall.
maximum pressure needed to GM's TPC specifications meet or
(2) Temporary Use Only : The
support that load. exceed all federal safety
compact spare tire or temporary guidelines.
use tire should not be driven at (5) Tire Inflation : The
speeds over 80 km/h (50 mph). temporary use tire or compact
spare tire should be inflated to Tire Designations
The compact spare tire is for
emergency use when a regular 420 kPa (60 psi). For more Tire Size
road tire has lost air and gone information on tire pressure and
The following is an example of a
flat. If the vehicle has a compact inflation see Tire Pressure
typical passenger vehicle
spare tire, see Compact Spare 0 302.
tire size.
Tire 0 323 and If a Tire Goes
Flat 0 316.
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(4) Construction Code : A letter the tire. Air pressure is
code is used to indicate the type expressed in kPa (kilopascal)
of ply construction in the tire. or psi (pounds per square inch).
The letter R means radial ply Accessory Weight : The
construction; the letter D means combined weight of optional
diagonal or bias ply accessories. Some examples of
(1) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire : construction; and the letter B
The United States version of a optional accessories are
means belted-bias ply automatic transmission, power
metric tire sizing system. The construction.
letter P as the first character in windows, power seats, and air
the tire size means a passenger (5) Rim Diameter : Diameter of conditioning.
vehicle tire engineered to the wheel in inches. Aspect Ratio : The relationship
standards set by the U.S. Tire (6) Service Description : These of a tire's height to its width.
and Rim Association. characters represent the load Belt : A rubber coated layer of
(2) Tire Width : The three-digit index and speed rating of the cords between the plies and the
number indicates the tire section tire. The load index represents tread. Cords may be made from
width in millimeters from the load carrying capacity a tire steel or other reinforcing
sidewall to sidewall. is certified to carry. The speed materials.
rating is the maximum speed a
(3) Aspect Ratio : A two-digit tire is certified to carry a load. Bead : The tire bead contains
number that indicates the tire steel wires wrapped by steel
height-to-width measurements. Tire Terminology and cords that hold the tire onto
For example, if the tire size Definitions the rim.
aspect ratio is 60, as shown in
item 3 of the illustration, it would Air Pressure : The amount of
mean that the tire's sidewall is air inside the tire pressing
60 percent as high as it is wide. outward on each square inch of
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Bias Ply Tire : A pneumatic tire Number (TIN), an alphanumeric Load Index : An assigned
in which the plies are laid at designator which can also number ranging from 1 to 279
alternate angles less than identify the tire manufacturer, that corresponds to the load
90 degrees to the centerline of production plant, brand, and carrying capacity of a tire.
the tread. date of production. Maximum Inflation Pressure :
Cold Tire Pressure : The GVWR : Gross Vehicle Weight The maximum air pressure to
amount of air pressure in a tire, Rating. See Vehicle Load Limits which a cold tire can be inflated.
measured in kPa (kilopascal) 0 194. The maximum air pressure is
or psi (pounds per square inch) GAWR FRT : Gross Axle Weight molded onto the sidewall.
before a tire has built up heat Rating for the front axle. See Maximum Load Rating : The
from driving. See Tire Pressure Vehicle Load Limits 0 194. load rating for a tire at the
0 302. maximum permissible inflation
GAWR RR : Gross Axle Weight
Curb Weight : The weight of a Rating for the rear axle. See pressure for that tire.
motor vehicle with standard and Vehicle Load Limits 0 194. Maximum Loaded Vehicle
optional equipment including the Weight : The sum of curb
maximum capacity of fuel, oil, Intended Outboard Sidewall :
The side of an asymmetrical tire weight, accessory weight,
and coolant, but without vehicle capacity weight, and
passengers and cargo. that must always face outward
when mounted on a vehicle. production options weight.
DOT Markings : A code molded Normal Occupant Weight : The
into the sidewall of a tire Kilopascal (kPa) : The metric
unit for air pressure. number of occupants a vehicle
signifying that the tire is in is designed to seat multiplied by
compliance with the U.S. Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire : A 68 kg (150 lb). See Vehicle Load
Department of Transportation tire used on light duty trucks and Limits 0 194.
(DOT) Motor Vehicle Safety some multipurpose passenger
Standards. The DOT code vehicles. Occupant Distribution :
includes the Tire Identification Designated seating positions.
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Outward Facing Sidewall : The Radial Ply Tire : A pneumatic (1/16 in) of tread remains. See
side of an asymmetrical tire that tire in which the ply cords that When It Is Time for New Tires
has a particular side that faces extend to the beads are laid at 0 310.
outward when mounted on a 90 degrees to the centerline of UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality
vehicle. The side of the tire that the tread. Grading Standards) : A tire
contains a whitewall, bears Rim : A metal support for a tire information system that provides
white lettering, or bears and upon which the tire beads consumers with ratings for a
manufacturer, brand, and/or are seated. tire's traction, temperature, and
model name molding that is treadwear. Ratings are
higher or deeper than the same Sidewall : The portion of a tire
between the tread and the bead. determined by tire
moldings on the other sidewall manufacturers using
of the tire. Speed Rating : An government testing procedures.
Passenger (P-Metric) Tire : A alphanumeric code assigned to The ratings are molded into the
tire used on passenger cars and a tire indicating the maximum sidewall of the tire. See Uniform
some light duty trucks and speed at which a tire can Tire Quality Grading 0 312.
multipurpose vehicles. operate.
Vehicle Capacity Weight : The
Recommended Inflation Traction : The friction between number of designated seating
Pressure : Vehicle the tire and the road surface. positions multiplied by
manufacturer's recommended The amount of grip provided. 68 kg (150 lb) plus the rated
tire inflation pressure as shown Tread : The portion of a tire that cargo load. See Vehicle Load
on the tire placard. See Tire comes into contact with Limits 0 194.
Pressure 0 302 and Vehicle the road. Vehicle Maximum Load on the
Load Limits 0 194. Tire : Load on an individual tire
Treadwear Indicators : Narrow
bands, sometimes called wear due to curb weight, accessory
bars, that show across the tread weight, occupant weight, and
of a tire when only 1.6 mm cargo weight.
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Vehicle Placard : A label support the vehicle's maximum
permanently attached to a Warning (Continued) load carrying capacity. See
vehicle showing the vehicle . Premature or Vehicle Load Limits 0 194.
capacity weight and the original irregular wear. How the vehicle is loaded
equipment tire size and affects vehicle handling and ride
recommended inflation pressure. . Poor handling.
comfort. Never load the vehicle
See “Tire and Loading . Reduced fuel economy. with more weight than it was
Information Label” under Vehicle designed to carry.
Overinflated tires, or tires that
Load Limits 0 194.
have too much air, can When to Check
Tire Pressure result in:
Check the pressure of the tires
. Unusual wear.
Tires need the correct amount of once a month or more. Do not
air pressure to operate . Poor handling. forget the compact spare, if the
effectively. . Rough ride. vehicle has one. The cold
compact spare tire pressure
. Needless damage from
{ Warning road hazards.
should be at 420 kPa (60 psi).
See Compact Spare Tire 0 323.
Neither tire underinflation nor
overinflation is good. How to Check
The Tire and Loading
Underinflated tires, or tires Information label on the vehicle Use a good quality pocket-type
that do not have enough air, indicates the original equipment gauge to check tire pressure.
can result in: tires and the correct cold tire Proper tire inflation cannot be
. Tire overloading and inflation pressures. The determined by looking at the tire.
overheating which could recommended pressure is the Check the tire inflation pressure
lead to a blowout. minimum air pressure needed to when the tires are cold, meaning
(Continued)
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the vehicle has not been driven could be damaged and would Vehicles with 255/65R18 or
for at least three hours or no not be covered by the vehicle 255/55R20 size tires require
more than 1.6 km (1 mi). warranty. inflation pressure adjustment when
driving the vehicle at speeds of
Remove the valve cap from the 160 km/h (100 mph) or higher. Set
tire valve stem. Press the tire Tire Pressure for the cold inflation pressure to the
gauge firmly onto the valve to High-Speed Operation maximum inflation pressure shown
get a pressure measurement. on the tire sidewall, or 280 kPa
If the cold tire inflation pressure { Warning (41 psi), whichever is lower. Return
matches the recommended the tires to the recommended cold
Driving at high speeds, 160 km/h tire inflation pressure when
pressure on the Tire and
(100 mph) or higher, puts high-speed driving has ended.
Loading Information label, no See Vehicle Load Limits 0 194 and
additional strain on tires.
further adjustment is necessary. Sustained high-speed driving Tire Pressure 0 302.
If the inflation pressure is low, causes excessive heat buildup
add air until the recommended The maximum load and inflation
and can cause sudden tire failure. pressure is molded on the tire
pressure is reached. If the This could cause a crash, and sidewall, in small letters, near
inflation pressure is high, press you or others could be killed. the rim flange. It will read something
on the metal stem in the center Some high-speed rated tires like this: Maximum load
of the tire valve to release air. require inflation pressure 690 kg (1,521 lbs) 300 kPa (44 psi)
Recheck the tire pressure with adjustment for high-speed Max. Press.
the tire gauge. operation. When speed limits and
road conditions allow the vehicle
Put the valve caps back on the to be driven at high speeds, make
valve stems to keep out dirt and sure the tires are rated for
moisture and prevent leaks. Use high-speed operation, are in
only valve caps designed for the excellent condition, and are set to
vehicle by GM. TPMS sensors the correct cold tire inflation
pressure for the vehicle load.
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Tire Pressure Monitor Accordingly, when the low tire remain continuously illuminated.
pressure telltale illuminates, you This sequence will continue upon
System should stop and check your tires as subsequent vehicle start-ups as
The Tire Pressure Monitor System soon as possible, and inflate them long as the malfunction exists.
(TPMS) uses radio and sensor to the proper pressure. Driving on a When the malfunction indicator is
technology to check tire pressure significantly under-inflated tire illuminated, the system may not be
levels. The TPMS sensors monitor causes the tire to overheat and can able to detect or signal low tire
the air pressure in your tires and lead to tire failure. Under-inflation pressure as intended. TPMS
transmit tire pressure readings to a also reduces fuel efficiency and tire malfunctions may occur for a variety
receiver located in the vehicle. tread life, and may affect the of reasons, including the installation
vehicle's handling and stopping of replacement or alternate tires or
Each tire, including the spare (if
ability. wheels on the vehicle that prevent
provided), should be checked
monthly when cold and inflated to Please note that the TPMS is not a the TPMS from functioning properly.
the inflation pressure recommended substitute for proper tire Always check the TPMS malfunction
by the vehicle manufacturer on the maintenance, and it is the driver's telltale after replacing one or more
vehicle placard or tire inflation responsibility to maintain correct tire tires or wheels on your vehicle to
pressure label. (If your vehicle has pressure, even if under-inflation has ensure that the replacement or
tires of a different size than the size not reached the level to trigger alternate tires and wheels allow the
indicated on the vehicle placard or illumination of the TPMS low tire TPMS to continue to function
tire inflation pressure label, you pressure telltale. properly.
should determine the proper tire Your vehicle has also been See Tire Pressure Monitor
inflation pressure for those tires.) equipped with a TPMS malfunction Operation 0 305.
As an added safety feature, your indicator to indicate when the See Radio Frequency Statement
vehicle has been equipped with a system is not operating properly. 0 366.
tire pressure monitoring system The TPMS malfunction indicator is
(TPMS) that illuminates a low tire combined with the low tire pressure
pressure telltale when one or more telltale. When the system detects a
of your tires is significantly malfunction, the telltale will flash for
under-inflated. approximately one minute and then
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Tire Pressure Monitor shown on the Tire and Loading A Tire and Loading Information
Information label. See Vehicle Load label, attached to your vehicle,
Operation Limits 0 194. shows the size of the original
This vehicle may have a Tire A message to check the pressure in equipment tires and the correct
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). a specific tire displays in the Driver inflation pressure for the tires when
The TPMS is designed to warn the Information Center (DIC). The low they are cold. See Vehicle Load
driver when a low tire pressure tire pressure warning light and the Limits 0 194, for an example of the
condition exists. TPMS sensors are DIC warning message come on at Tire and Loading Information label
mounted onto each tire and wheel each ignition cycle until the tires are and its location. Also see Tire
assembly, excluding the spare tire inflated to the correct inflation Pressure 0 302.
and wheel assembly. The TPMS pressure. Using the DIC, tire The TPMS can warn about a low
sensors monitor the air pressure in pressure levels can be viewed. For tire pressure condition but it
the tires and transmit the tire additional information and details does not replace normal tire
pressure readings to a receiver about the DIC operation and maintenance. See Tire Inspection
located in the vehicle. displays see Driver Information 0 309, Tire Rotation 0 309 and Tires
Center (DIC) (Base Level) 0 146 or 0 295.
Driver Information Center (DIC)
(Uplevel) 0 149. Caution
The low tire pressure warning light
may come on in cool weather when Tire sealant materials are not all
the vehicle is first started, and then the same. A non-approved tire
turn off as the vehicle is driven. This sealant could damage the TPMS
When a low tire pressure condition could be an early indicator that the sensors. TPMS sensor damage
is detected, the TPMS illuminates air pressure is getting low and caused by using an incorrect tire
the low tire pressure warning light needs to be inflated to the proper sealant is not covered by the
located on the instrument cluster. pressure. vehicle warranty. Always use only
If the warning light comes on, stop
as soon as possible and inflate the (Continued)
tires to the recommended pressure
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replaced and the sensor could prevent the TPMS from
Caution (Continued) matching process is performed functioning properly. See Buying
successfully. See “TPMS Sensor New Tires 0 311.
the GM approved tire sealant Matching Process” later in this
available through your dealer or . Operating electronic devices or
section. being near facilities using radio
included in the vehicle.
. The TPMS sensor matching wave frequencies similar to the
process was not done or not TPMS could cause the TPMS
TPMS Malfunction Light and completed successfully after sensors to malfunction.
Message rotating the tires. The If the TPMS is not functioning
The TPMS will not function properly malfunction light and the DIC properly it cannot detect or signal a
if one or more of the TPMS sensors message should go off after low tire pressure condition. See
are missing or inoperable. When the successfully completing the your dealer for service if the TPMS
system detects a malfunction, the sensor matching process. See malfunction light and DIC message
low tire pressure warning light "TPMS Sensor Matching come on and stay on.
flashes for about one minute and Process" later in this section.
then stays on for the remainder of . One or more TPMS sensors are Tire Fill Alert (If Equipped)
the ignition cycle. A DIC warning missing or damaged. The This feature provides visual and
message also displays. The malfunction light and the DIC audible alerts outside the vehicle to
malfunction light and DIC warning message should go off when the help when inflating an underinflated
message come on at each ignition TPMS sensors are installed and tire to the recommended cold tire
cycle until the problem is corrected. the sensor matching process is pressure.
Some of the conditions that can performed successfully. See
When the low tire pressure warning
cause these to come on are: your dealer for service.
light comes on:
. One of the road tires has been . Replacement tires or wheels do
1. Park the vehicle in a safe, level
replaced with the spare tire. The not match the original equipment
place.
spare tire does not have a tires or wheels. Tires and wheels
TPMS sensor. The malfunction other than those recommended 2. Set the parking brake firmly.
light and DIC message should 3. Place the vehicle in P (Park).
go off after the road tire is
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4. Add air to the tire that is To release and correct the pressure, . The identification code of the
underinflated. The turn signal while the turn signal lamp is still TPMS sensor is not registered to
lamp will flash. flashing, briefly press the center of the system.
When the recommended the valve stem. When the . The battery of the TPMS sensor
pressure is reached, the horn recommended pressure is reached, is low.
sounds once and the turn the horn sounds once.
If the tire fill alert does not operate
signal lamp will stop flashing If the turn signal lamp does not flash due to TPMS interference, move the
and briefly turn solid. within 15 seconds after starting to vehicle about 1 m (3 ft) back or
Repeat these steps for all inflate the tire, the tire fill alert has forward and try again. If the tire fill
underinflated tires that have not been activated or is not working. alert feature is not working, use a
illuminated the low tire pressure If the hazard warning flashers are tire pressure gauge.
warning light. on, the tire fill alert visual feedback
will not work properly. TPMS Sensor Matching
Process
{ Warning The TPMS will not activate the tire
fill alert properly under the following Each TPMS sensor has a unique
Overinflating a tire could cause conditions: identification code. The identification
the tire to rupture and you or code needs to be matched to a new
others could be injured. Do not . There is interference from an tire/wheel position after rotating the
exceed the maximum pressure external device or transmitter. vehicle’s tires or replacing one or
listed on the tire sidewall. . The air pressure from the more of the TPMS sensors. The
See Tire Sidewall Labeling 0 296 inflation device is not sufficient TPMS sensor matching process
and Vehicle Load Limits 0 194. to inflate the tire. should also be performed after
. There is a malfunction in replacing a spare tire with a road
tire containing the TPMS sensor.
If the tire is overinflated by more the TPMS.
The malfunction light and the DIC
than 35 kPa (5 psi), the horn will . There is a malfunction in the message should go off at the next
sound multiple times and the turn horn or turn signal lamps. ignition cycle. The sensors are
signal lamp will continue to flash for matched to the tire/wheel positions,
several seconds after filling stops. using a TPMS relearn tool, in the
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following order: driver side front tire, See Driver Information Center 8. Proceed to the passenger side
passenger side front tire, passenger (DIC) (Base Level) 0 146 or front tire, and repeat the
side rear tire, and driver side rear. Driver Information Center (DIC) procedure in Step 7.
See your dealer for service or to (Uplevel) 0 149. 9. Proceed to the passenger side
purchase a relearn tool. A TPMS 4. Use the DIC controls on the rear tire, and repeat the
relearn tool can also be purchased. right side of the steering wheel procedure in Step 7.
See Tire Pressure Monitor to scroll to the Tire Pressure
Sensor Activation Tool at 10. Proceed to the driver side rear
screen under the DIC tire, and repeat the procedure
www.gmtoolsandequipment.com or info page.
call 1-800-GM TOOLS in Step 7. The horn sounds two
(1-800-468-6657). 5. Press and hold V in the center times to indicate the sensor
of the DIC controls. identification code has been
There are two minutes to match the matched to the driver side rear
first tire/wheel position, and The horn sounds twice to tire, and the TPMS sensor
five minutes overall to match all four signal the receiver is in relearn matching process is no longer
tire/wheel positions. If it takes mode and the TIRE active. The TIRE LEARNING
longer, the matching process stops LEARNING ACTIVE message ACTIVE message on the DIC
and must be restarted. displays on the DIC screen. display screen goes off.
The TPMS sensor matching 6. Start with the driver side 11. Turn the vehicle off.
process is: front tire.
12. Set all four tires to the
1. Set the parking brake. 7. Place the relearn tool against recommended air pressure
2. Place the vehicle in Service the tire sidewall, near the valve level as indicated on the Tire
Mode. See Ignition Positions stem. Then press the button to and Loading Information label.
0 199. activate the TPMS sensor.
A horn chirp confirms that the
3. Make sure the Tire Pressure sensor identification code has
info page option is turned on. been matched to this tire and
The info pages on the DIC wheel position.
can be turned on and off
through the Options menu.
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Tire Inspection Tire Rotation
We recommend that the tires, Tires should be rotated every
including the spare tire, if the 12 000 km (7,500 mi). See
vehicle has one, be inspected Maintenance Schedule 0 342.
for signs of wear or damage at Tires are rotated to achieve a
least once a month. uniform wear for all tires. The
Replace the tire if: first rotation is the most
. The indicators at three or important.
more places around the tire Anytime unusual wear is
can be seen. noticed, rotate the tires as soon
. There is cord or fabric as possible, check for proper tire Use this rotation pattern when
showing through the tire's inflation pressure, and check for rotating the tires.
rubber. damaged tires or wheels. If the
If the vehicle has a compact
unusual wear continues after the
. The tread or sidewall is spare tire, do not include it in the
rotation, check the wheel
cracked, cut, or snagged tire rotation.
alignment. See When It Is Time
deep enough to show cord or for New Tires 0 310 and Wheel Adjust the front and rear tires to
fabric. Replacement 0 314. the recommended inflation
. The tire has a bump, bulge, pressure on the Tire and
or split. Loading Information label after
the tires have been rotated.
. The tire has a puncture, cut, See Tire Pressure 0 302 and
or other damage that cannot Vehicle Load Limits 0 194.
be repaired well because of
the size or location of the Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor
damage. System. See Tire Pressure
Monitor Operation 0 305.
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Check that all wheel nuts are When It Is Time for New The rubber in tires ages over time.
properly tightened. See “Wheel This also applies to the spare tire,
Tires if the vehicle has one, even if it is
Nut Torque” under Capacities
and Specifications 0 354. Factors such as maintenance, never used. Multiple factors
temperatures, driving speeds, including temperatures, loading
vehicle loading, and road conditions conditions, and inflation pressure
{ Warning affect the wear rate of the tires. maintenance affect how fast aging
takes place. GM recommends that
Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the
tires, including the spare if
parts to which it is fastened, can equipped, be replaced after six
make wheel nuts become loose years, regardless of tread wear. The
after time. The wheel could come tire manufacture date is the last four
off and cause a crash. When digits of the DOT Tire Identification
changing a wheel, remove any Number (TIN) which is molded into
rust or dirt from places where the one side of the tire sidewall. The
wheel attaches to the vehicle. In first two digits represent the week
an emergency, a cloth or a paper (01–52) and the last two digits, the
towel can be used; however, use year. For example, the third week of
a scraper or wire brush later to the year 2010 would have a
remove all rust or dirt. four-digit DOT date of 0310.
Treadwear indicators are one way to Vehicle Storage
Lightly coat the center of the tell when it is time for new tires. Tires age when stored normally
wheel hub with wheel bearing Treadwear indicators appear when mounted on a parked vehicle. Park
grease after a wheel change or the tires have only 1.6 mm (1/16 in) a vehicle that will be stored for at
tire rotation to prevent corrosion or less of tread remaining. See Tire least a month in a cool, dry, clean
or rust build-up. Do not get Inspection 0 309 and Tire Rotation area away from direct sunlight to
grease on the flat wheel 0 309. slow aging. This area should be free
mounting surface or on the
wheel nuts or bolts.
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of grease, gasoline, or other vehicle, including brake system necessary to replace only one
substances that can deteriorate performance, ride and handling, axle set of worn tires, place the
rubber. traction control, and tire new tires on the rear axle.
Parking for an extended period can pressure monitoring Winter tires with the same speed
cause flat spots on the tires that performance. GM's TPC Spec rating as the original equipment
may result in vibrations while number is molded onto the tire's
driving. When storing a vehicle for tires may not be available for H,
sidewall near the tire size. If the V, W, Y and ZR speed rated
at least a month, remove the tires or tires have an all-season tread
raise the vehicle to reduce the tires. Never exceed the winter
design, the TPC Spec number tires’ maximum speed capability
weight from the tires.
will be followed by MS for mud when using winter tires with a
Buying New Tires and snow. See Tire Sidewall lower speed rating.
Labeling 0 296.
GM has developed and matched
specific tires for the vehicle. The
GM recommends replacing worn { Warning
tires in complete sets of four.
original equipment tires installed Tires could explode during
Uniform tread depth on all tires
were designed to meet General improper service. Attempting
will help to maintain the
Motors Tire Performance Criteria to mount or dismount a tire
performance of the vehicle.
Specification (TPC Spec) could cause injury or death.
Braking and handling
system rating. When Only your dealer or authorized
performance may be adversely
replacement tires are needed, tire service center should
affected if all the tires are not
GM strongly recommends mount or dismount the tires.
replaced at the same time.
buying tires with the same TPC
If proper rotation and
Spec rating.
maintenance have been done,
GM's exclusive TPC Spec all four tires should wear out at
system considers over a dozen about the same time. See Tire
critical specifications that impact Rotation 0 309. However, if it is
the overall performance of the
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load range, speed rating, and control, electronic stability control,
{ Warning construction (radial) as the or All-Wheel Drive, the performance
original tires. of these systems can also be
Mixing tires of different sizes, affected.
brands, or types may cause Vehicles that have a tire
loss of control of the vehicle, pressure monitoring system { Warning
resulting in a crash or other could give an inaccurate
vehicle damage. Use the low-pressure warning if non-TPC If different sized wheels are used,
correct size, brand, and type Spec rated tires are installed. there may not be an acceptable
of tires on all wheels. See Tire Pressure Monitor level of performance and safety if
System 0 304. tires not recommended for those
wheels are selected. This
The Tire and Loading increases the chance of a crash
{ Warning Information label indicates the and serious injury. Only use GM
original equipment tires on the specific wheel and tire systems
Using bias-ply tires on the vehicle. See Vehicle Load Limits developed for the vehicle, and
vehicle may cause the wheel 0 194. have them properly installed by a
rim flanges to develop cracks
GM certified technician.
after many miles of driving. Different Size Tires and
A tire and/or wheel could fail
suddenly and cause a crash.
Wheels See Buying New Tires 0 311 and
Use only radial-ply tires with If wheels or tires are installed that Accessories and Modifications
are a different size than the original 0 265.
the wheels on the vehicle.
equipment wheels and tires, vehicle
performance, including its braking, Uniform Tire Quality
If the vehicle tires must be ride and handling characteristics, Grading
replaced with a tire that does not stability, and resistance to rollover
have a TPC Spec number, make may be affected. If the vehicle has The following information relates
sure they are the same size, electronic systems such as antilock to the system developed by the
brakes, rollover airbags, traction United States National Highway
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Traffic Safety Administration Quality grades can be found norm due to variations in driving
(NHTSA), which grades tires by where applicable on the tire habits, service practices and
treadwear, traction, and sidewall between tread shoulder differences in road
temperature performance. This and maximum section width. For characteristics and climate.
applies only to vehicles sold in example:
Traction
the United States. The grades Treadwear 200 Traction AA
are molded on the sidewalls of Temperature A
The traction grades, from
most passenger car tires. The highest to lowest, are AA, A, B,
Uniform Tire Quality Grading All Passenger Car Tires Must and C. Those grades represent
(UTQG) system does not apply Conform to Federal Safety the tire's ability to stop on wet
to deep tread, winter tires, Requirements In Addition To pavement as measured under
compact spare tires, tires with These Grades. controlled conditions on
nominal rim diameters of Treadwear specified government test
10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), surfaces of asphalt and
or to some limited-production The treadwear grade is a concrete. A tire marked C may
tires. comparative rating based on the have poor traction performance.
wear rate of the tire when tested Warning: The traction grade
While the tires available on under controlled conditions on a assigned to this tire is based on
General Motors passenger cars specified government test straight-ahead braking traction
and light trucks may vary with course. For example, a tire tests, and does not include
respect to these grades, they graded 150 would wear one and acceleration, cornering,
must also conform to federal one-half (1½) times as well on hydroplaning, or peak traction
safety requirements and the government course as a tire characteristics.
additional General Motors Tire graded 100. The relative
Performance Criteria (TPC) performance of tires depends
standards. upon the actual conditions of
their use, however, and may
depart significantly from the
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Temperature underinflation, or excessive Wheel Replacement
The temperature grades are A loading, either separately or in
Replace any wheel that is bent,
(the highest), B, and C, combination, can cause heat cracked, or badly rusted or
representing the tire's resistance buildup and possible tire failure. corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming
to the generation of heat and its loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and
ability to dissipate heat when Wheel Alignment and Tire wheel nuts should be replaced.
tested under controlled Balance If the wheel leaks air, replace it.
Some aluminum wheels can be
conditions on a specified indoor The tires and wheels were aligned repaired. See your dealer if any of
laboratory test wheel. Sustained and balanced at the factory to these conditions exist.
high temperature can cause the provide the longest tire life and best
material of the tire to degenerate overall performance. Adjustments to Your dealer will know the kind of
and reduce tire life, and wheel alignment and tire balancing wheel that is needed.
excessive temperature can lead are not necessary on a regular Each new wheel should have the
to sudden tire failure. The grade basis. Consider an alignment check same load-carrying capacity,
if there is unusual tire wear or the diameter, width, offset, and be
C corresponds to a level of vehicle is significantly pulling to one
performance which all mounted the same way as the one it
side or the other. Some slight pull to replaces.
passenger car tires must meet the left or right, depending on the
under the Federal Motor Safety crown of the road and/or other road Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel
Standard No. 109. Grades B and surface variations such as troughs nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor
A represent higher levels of or ruts, is normal. If the vehicle is System (TPMS) sensors with new
vibrating when driving on a smooth GM original equipment parts.
performance on the laboratory
test wheel than the minimum road, the tires and wheels may need
required by law. Warning: The to be rebalanced. See your dealer
temperature grade for this tire is for proper diagnosis.
established for a tire that is
properly inflated and not
overloaded. Excessive speed,
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Used Replacement Wheels
{ Warning Warning (Continued)
Using the wrong replacement { Warning cause loss of control and a crash.
wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel Use another type of traction
Replacing a wheel with a used
nuts can be dangerous. It could device only if its manufacturer
one is dangerous. How it has
affect the braking and handling of recommends it for the vehicle's
been used or how far it has been
the vehicle. Tires can lose air, tire size combination and road
driven may be unknown. It could
and cause loss of control, causing conditions. Follow that
fail suddenly and cause a crash.
a crash. Always use the correct manufacturer's instructions. To
When replacing wheels, use a
wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel avoid vehicle damage, drive slow
new GM original equipment
nuts for replacement. and readjust or remove the
wheel.
traction device if it contacts the
vehicle. Do not spin the wheels. If
Caution Tire Chains traction devices are used, install
them on the front tires.
The wrong wheel can also cause { Warning
problems with bearing life, brake
cooling, speedometer or If the vehicle has a tire size other
Caution
odometer calibration, headlamp than 255/65R18, do not use tire
aim, bumper height, vehicle chains. There is not enough If the vehicle is equipped with
ground clearance, and tire or tire clearance. Tire chains used on a 255/65R18 size tires, use tire
chain clearance to the body and vehicle without the proper amount chains only where legal and only
chassis. of clearance can cause damage when necessary. Use low profile
to the brakes, suspension, chains that add no more than
or other vehicle parts. The area 12 mm thickness to the tire tread
damaged by the tire chains could and inner sidewall. Use chains
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If a front tire fails, the flat tire
Caution (Continued) creates a drag that pulls the vehicle Warning (Continued)
toward that side. Take your foot off
that are the proper size for the the accelerator pedal and grip the that has been driven on while
tires. Install them on the tires of steering wheel firmly. Steer to severely underinflated or flat.
the front axle. Do not use chains maintain lane position, and then Have your dealer or an authorized
on the tires of the rear axle. gently brake to a stop, well off the tire service center repair or
Tighten them as tightly as road, if possible. replace the flat tire as soon as
possible with the ends securely possible.
A rear blowout, particularly on a
fastened. Drive slowly and follow
curve, acts much like a skid and
the chain manufacturer's
may require the same correction as
instructions. If the chains contact
the vehicle, stop and retighten
used in a skid. Stop pressing the
accelerator pedal and steer to
{ Warning
them. If the contact continues, straighten the vehicle. It may be Lifting a vehicle and getting under
slow down until it stops. Driving very bumpy and noisy. Gently brake it to do maintenance or repairs is
too fast or spinning the wheels to a stop, well off the road, dangerous without the
with chains on will damage the if possible. appropriate safety equipment and
vehicle. training. If a jack is provided with
{ Warning the vehicle, it is designed only for
If a Tire Goes Flat changing a flat tire. If it is used for
Driving on a flat tire will cause anything else, you or others could
It is unusual for a tire to blow out permanent damage to the tire. be badly injured or killed if the
while driving, especially if the tires Re-inflating a tire after it has been vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack
are maintained properly. See Tires driven on while severely is provided with the vehicle, only
0 295. If air goes out of a tire, it is underinflated or flat may cause a use it for changing a flat tire.
much more likely to leak out slowly. blowout and a serious crash.
But if there ever is a blowout, here Never attempt to re-inflate a tire
are a few tips about what to expect
and what to do: (Continued)
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If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire
Warning (Continued)
Tire Changing
and wheel damage by driving slowly
to a level place, well off the road, Removing the Spare Tire and
5. Place wheel blocks,
if possible. Turn on the hazard Tools
warning flashers. See Hazard if equipped, on both sides of
the tire at the opposite To access the spare tire and tools:
Warning Flashers 0 168.
corner of the tire being 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate
changed.
{ Warning 0 42.
Changing a tire can be When the vehicle has a flat tire (2),
dangerous. The vehicle can slip use the following example as a
off the jack and roll over or fall guide to assist in the placement of
causing injury or death. Find a the wheel blocks (1), if equipped.
level place to change the tire. To
help prevent the vehicle from
moving:
1. Set the parking brake firmly.
2. Put an automatic
transmission in P (Park) or a
manual transmission in
1 (First) or R (Reverse). 2. Lift the load floor.
3. Turn off the engine and do 3. Remove the cargo
not restart while the vehicle 1. Wheel Block (If Equipped)
management system. See
is raised. 2. Flat Tire
Cargo Management System
4. Do not allow passengers to The following information explains 0 116.
remain in the vehicle. how to repair or change a tire.
(Continued)
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4. Turn the wing nut (3) 2. Turn the wheel wrench 4. Position the jack lift head at the
counterclockwise to remove the counterclockwise to loosen all jack location nearest the
jack (1) and wheel wrench (2). the wheel nuts, but do not flat tire.
Place the tool container near remove them yet. The jacking location is
the tire being changed. 3. Place the jack near the flat tire. indicated by a half circle notch
5. Remove the spare tire and in the metal flange. The jack
place it next to the tire being Caution must not be used in any other
changed. position.
Make sure that the jack lift head
Removing the Flat Tire and
Installing the Spare Tire
is in the correct position or you { Warning
may damage your vehicle. The
1. Do a safety check before repairs would not be covered by Getting under a vehicle when it is
proceeding. See If a Tire Goes your warranty. lifted on a jack is dangerous.
Flat 0 316. If the vehicle slips off the jack,
you could be badly injured or
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Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued)

killed. Never get under a vehicle the vehicle, it is designed only for
when it is supported only by changing a flat tire. If it is used for
a jack. anything else, you or others could
be badly injured or killed if the
vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack
is provided with the vehicle, only
{ Warning use it for changing a flat tire.
Raising the vehicle with the jack
improperly positioned can
damage the vehicle and even Caution 5. Turn the wheel wrench
make the vehicle fall. To help clockwise to raise the jack lift
avoid personal injury and vehicle Using a jack to raise the vehicle head until the slots in the jack
damage, be sure to fit the jack lift without positioning it correctly head fit into the metal flange
head into the proper location could damage your vehicle. When behind the cut out on the
before raising the vehicle. raising your vehicle on a jack, be plastic molding. Do not raise
sure to position it correctly under the vehicle yet.
the frame and avoid contact with 6. Put the compact spare tire
the plastic molding.
{ Warning near you.
7. Turn the wrench clockwise in
Lifting a vehicle and getting under the jack to raise the vehicle.
it to do maintenance or repairs is Raise the vehicle far enough
dangerous without the off the ground so that there is
appropriate safety equipment and enough room for the spare tire
training. If a jack is provided with to fit under the wheel well.
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Warning (Continued) { Warning

towel can be used; however, use Never use oil or grease on bolts
a scraper or wire brush later to or nuts because the nuts might
remove all rust or dirt. come loose. The vehicle's wheel
could fall off, causing a crash.
12. Reinstall the wheel nuts.

Tighten each nut by hand until
the wheel is held against
the hub.
8. Remove all of the wheel nuts. 13. Lower the vehicle by turning
9. Remove the flat tire. the jack handle
counterclockwise.
{ Warning { Warning
Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the
parts to which it is fastened, can Wheel nuts that are improperly or
make wheel nuts become loose incorrectly tightened can cause
10. Remove any rust or dirt from
after time. The wheel could come the wheels to become loose or
the wheel bolts, mounting
off and cause a crash. When come off. The wheel nuts should
surfaces, and spare wheel.
changing a wheel, remove any be tightened with a torque wrench
11. Place the compact spare tire to the proper torque specification
rust or dirt from places where the on the wheel-mounting surface.
wheel attaches to the vehicle. In after replacing. Follow the torque
an emergency, a cloth or a paper specification supplied by the
aftermarket manufacturer when
(Continued)
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Warning (Continued) Caution

using accessory locking wheel Wheel covers will not fit on the
nuts. See Capacities and vehicle's compact spare. If you try
Specifications 0 354 for original to put a wheel cover on the
equipment wheel nut torque compact spare, the cover or the
specifications. spare could be damaged.
Caution { Warning
Improperly tightened wheel nuts 14. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in Storing a jack, a tire, or other
can lead to brake pulsation and a crisscross sequence, as equipment in the passenger
rotor damage. To avoid expensive shown. compartment of the vehicle could
brake repairs, evenly tighten the cause injury. In a sudden stop or
15. Lower the jack all the way and
wheel nuts in the proper remove the jack from under the collision, loose equipment could
sequence and to the proper vehicle. strike someone. Store all these in
torque specification. See the proper place.
Capacities and Specifications 16. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly
0 354 for the wheel nut torque with the wheel wrench.
specification. When reinstalling the wheel cover or
center cap on the full-size tire,
tighten all six plastic caps hand
snug with the aid of the wheel
wrench and tighten them with the
wheel wrench an additional
one-quarter of a turn.
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Storing the Flat Tire To store the flat tire: 4. Pull the cable through the door
striker and the center of the
wheel.
1. Liftgate Hinges 1. Remove the cable package

2. Cable from under the spare tire, jack,
3. Center of the Wheel and tools. 5. Lower the liftgate enough to be
2. Remove the small cap by able to hook the cable onto the
4. Door Striker
tapping the back of the cap outside portion of the liftgate
with the extension of the shaft, hinges.
if the vehicle has aluminum 6. Hook the other end of the cable
wheels. onto the outside portion of the
3. Put the flat tire in the rear liftgate hinge on the other side
storage area with the valve of the vehicle.
stem facing the rear of the 7. Pull on the cable to make sure
vehicle. it is secure.
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2. Lift the load floor. If this vehicle has a compact spare
3. Remove the cargo tire, it was fully inflated when new;
management system. however, it can lose air over time.
Check the inflation pressure
4. Put back the spare tire and all regularly. It should be 420 kPa
tools as they were stored in the (60 psi).
rear storage compartment.
Stop as soon as possible and check
5. Install the cargo management that the spare tire is correctly
system and load floor. inflated after being installed on the
The compact spare is for temporary vehicle. The compact spare tire is
use only. Replace the compact designed for temporary use only.
spare tire with a full-size tire as The vehicle will perform differently
8. Make sure the metal tube is soon as you can. with the spare tire installed and it is
centered at the striker. Push recommended that the vehicle
the tube toward the front of the Compact Spare Tire speed be limited to 80 km/h (50
vehicle. mph). To conserve the tread of the
spare tire, have the standard tire
9. Close the liftgate and make
sure it is fully latched.
{ Warning repaired or replaced as soon as
convenient and return the spare tire
The compact spare is for temporary Driving with more than one to the storage area.
use only. Replace the compact compact spare tire at a time could
result in loss of braking and When using a compact spare tire,
spare tire with a full-size tire as the ABS and Traction Control
soon as you can. handling. This could lead to a
crash and you or others could be systems may engage until the spare
Storing the Compact Spare injured. Use only one compact tire is recognized by the vehicle,
Tire and Tools especially on slippery roads. Adjust
spare tire at a time.
driving to reduce possible
To store the spare tire and tools: wheel slip.
1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate
0 42.
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Performance of the All-Wheel Do not use the compact spare on Jump Starting
Drive (AWD) system will be other vehicles.
automatically reduced to protect the
system when using the compact
Do not mix the compact spare tire or Jump Starting - North
wheel with other wheels or tires.
spare. To restore the AWD and They will not fit. Keep the spare tire
America
prevent excessive wear on the and its wheel together. For more information about the
clutch in the AWD, replace the
vehicle battery, see Battery - North
compact spare tire with a full-size
Caution America 0 280.
tire as soon as possible.
If the battery has run down, try to
Tire chains will not fit the compact use another vehicle and some
Caution spare. Using them can damage jumper cables to start your vehicle.
the vehicle and the chains. Do not Be sure to use the following steps to
When the compact spare is
use tire chains on the compact do it safely.
installed, do not take the vehicle
spare.
through an automatic car wash
with guide rails. The compact { Warning
spare can get caught on the rails
which can damage the tire, wheel, WARNING: Battery posts,
and other parts of the vehicle. terminals, and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to
cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Batteries also
contain other chemicals known to
cancer. WASH HANDS AFTER
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3. Good Battery Negative (-)
Warning (Continued) Caution Terminal
4. Good Battery Positive (+)
HANDLING. For more information Ignoring these steps could result
Terminal
go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/ in costly damage to the vehicle
passenger-vehicle. that would not be covered by the The jump start positive (+)
vehicle warranty. Trying to start Terminal (1) and the negative
the vehicle by pushing or pulling it remote negative terminal (2) for the
See California Proposition discharged battery are on the driver
65 Warning 0 264 and the back will not work, and it could damage
the vehicle. side of the vehicle.
cover.
The jump start positive (+)
terminal (4) and negative (-)
{ Warning terminal (3) are on the battery of the
Batteries can hurt you. They can vehicle providing the jump start.
be dangerous because: The positive jump start connection
. They contain acid that can for the discharged battery is under a
burn you. cover. Remove the cover to expose
the terminal.
. They contain gas that can
explode or ignite. 1. Check the other vehicle.
It must have a 12-volt battery
. They contain enough with a negative ground system.
electricity to burn you.
If you do not follow these steps Caution
exactly, some or all of these
1. Discharged Battery If the other vehicle does not have
things can hurt you.
Positive (+) Terminal a 12-volt system with a negative
2. Discharged Battery Remote ground, both vehicles can be
Negative (-) Terminal
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4. Turn the ignition off. Turn off all
Caution (Continued) lights and accessories in both { Warning
vehicles, except the hazard
damaged. Only use a vehicle that warning flashers if needed. Fans or other moving engine
has a 12-volt system with a parts can injure you badly. Keep
negative ground for jump starting. your hands away from moving
{ Warning parts once the engine is running.
2. Position the two vehicles so An electric fan can start up even
that they are not touching. when the engine is not running 5. Connect one end of the red
3. Set the parking brake firmly and can injure you. Keep hands, positive (+) cable to the
and put the shift lever in clothing, and tools away from any positive (+) terminal on the
P (Park) with an automatic underhood electric fan. discharged battery.
transmission, or Neutral with a 6. Connect the other end of the
manual transmission. See red positive (+) cable to the
Shifting Into Park 0 204.
{ Warning positive (+) terminal of the good
battery.
Caution Using a match near a battery can 7. Connect one end of the black
cause battery gas to explode. negative (–) cable to the
If any accessories are left on or People have been hurt doing this, negative (–) terminal of the
plugged in during the jump and some have been blinded. good battery.
starting procedure, they could be Use a flashlight if you need more
damaged. The repairs would not 8. Connect the other end of the
light. black negative (–) cable to the
be covered by the vehicle
Battery fluid contains acid that remote negative (–) terminal for
warranty. Whenever possible, turn
can burn you. Do not get it on the discharged battery.
off or unplug all accessories on
either vehicle when jump starting. you. If you accidentally get it in 9. Start the engine in the vehicle
your eyes or on your skin, flush with the good battery and run
the place with water and get the engine at idle speed for at
medical help immediately. least four minutes.
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10. Try to start the vehicle that had Towing the Vehicle Front Attachment Points
the dead battery. If it will not
start after a few tries, it
probably needs service. Caution
Incorrectly towing a disabled
Caution vehicle may cause damage. The
If the jumper cables are damage would not be covered by
connected or removed in the the vehicle warranty. Do not lash
wrong order, electrical shorting or hook to suspension
may occur and damage the components. Use the proper
vehicle. The repairs would not be straps around the tires to secure
covered by the vehicle warranty. the vehicle. Do not drag a locked
Always connect and remove the wheel/tire while loading the
jumper cables in the correct order, vehicle. Do not use a sling type
lift to tow the vehicle. This could The vehicle is equipped with
making sure that the cables do specific attachment points to be
not touch each other or other damage the vehicle.
used by the towing provider. These
metal. holes may be used to pull the
GM recommends a flatbed tow truck vehicle from a flat road surface onto
Jumper Cable Removal to transport a disabled vehicle. Use the flatbed tow truck.
ramps to help reduce approach
Reverse the sequence exactly when angles, if necessary. A towed Recreational Vehicle
removing the jumper cables. vehicle should have its drive wheels
off the ground. Contact Roadside
Towing
After starting the disabled vehicle
and removing the jumper cables, Assistance or a professional towing Recreational vehicle towing means
allow it to idle for several minutes. service if the disabled vehicle must towing the vehicle behind another
be towed. vehicle, such as behind a motor
home. The two most common types
of recreational vehicle towing are
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known as dinghy towing and dolly . The proper towing equipment. Dinghy Towing
towing. Dinghy towing is towing the See your dealer or trailering
vehicle with all four wheels on the professional for additional advice
ground. Dolly towing is towing the and equipment
vehicle with two wheels on the recommendations.
ground and two wheels up on a . If the vehicle is ready to be
device known as a dolly. towed. Just as preparing the
Here are some important things to vehicle for a long trip, make sure
consider before recreational vehicle the vehicle is prepared to be
towing: towed.
. Before towing the vehicle,
become familiar with the local Caution
laws that apply to recreational
vehicle towing. These laws may Use of a shield mounted in front
vary by region. of the vehicle grille could restrict
airflow and cause damage to the Caution
. The towing capacity of the
transmission. The repairs would If the vehicle is towed with all four
towing vehicle. Be sure to read not be covered by the vehicle
the tow vehicle manufacturer's wheels on the ground, the
warranty. If using a shield, only drivetrain components could be
recommendations.
use one that attaches to the damaged. The repairs would not
. How far the vehicle will be towing vehicle.
towed. Some vehicles have be covered by the vehicle
restrictions on how far and how warranty. Do not tow the vehicle
long they can be towed. with all four wheels on the
ground.
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The vehicle is not designed to be To tow the vehicle from the front Towing the Vehicle from
towed with all four wheels on the with two wheels on the ground: the Rear
ground. If the vehicle must be 1. Put the vehicle front wheels on
towed, a dolly should be used. See the dolly.
the following information on dolly
towing. 2. Shift the transmission to
P (Park).
Dolly Towing
3. Set the parking brake.
4. If equipped, put the vehicle in
AWD. See Driver Mode Control
0 220.
5. Secure the vehicle to the dolly.
6. Follow the dolly manufacturer's
instructions for preparing the
vehicle and dolly for towing.
7. Release the parking brake.
8. Turn the vehicle off.
9. Open the hood.
Tow the vehicle with the two rear 10. Wait two minutes.
wheels on the ground and the front 11. Disconnect the negative (-)
wheels on a dolly. terminal connector from the
12-volt battery.
12. Close and latch the hood.
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Caution Appearance Care Caution (Continued)

Towing the vehicle from the rear Exterior Care your dealer. Follow all
could damage it. Also, repairs manufacturer directions regarding
would not be covered by the Locks correct product usage, necessary
vehicle warranty. Never have the Locks are lubricated at the factory. safety precautions, and
vehicle towed from the rear. Use a de-icing agent only when appropriate disposal of any
absolutely necessary, and have the vehicle care product.
locks greased after using. See
Do not tow the vehicle from the rear.
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants 0 350.
Caution
Washing the Vehicle
Avoid using high-pressure
To preserve the vehicle's finish,
wash it often and out of direct washes closer than 30 cm (12 in)
sunlight. to the surface of the vehicle. Use
of power washers exceeding
8,274 kPa (1,200 psi) can result
Caution
in damage or removal of paint
Do not use petroleum-based, and decals.
acidic, or abrasive cleaning
agents as they can damage the
vehicle's paint, metal, or plastic Caution
parts. If damage occurs, it would
not be covered by the vehicle Do not power wash any
warranty. Approved cleaning component under the hood that
products can be obtained from has this e symbol.
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have the damage assessed and
Caution (Continued) repaired. Foreign materials such as Caution
calcium chloride and other salts, ice
This could cause damage that melting agents, road oil and tar, tree Machine compounding or
would not be covered by the sap, bird droppings, chemicals from aggressive polishing on a
vehicle warranty. industrial chimneys, etc., can basecoat/clearcoat paint finish
damage the vehicle's finish if they may damage it. Use only
If using an automatic car wash, remain on painted surfaces. Wash non-abrasive waxes and polishes
follow the car wash instructions. The the vehicle as soon as possible. that are made for a basecoat/
windshield wiper and rear window If necessary, use non-abrasive clearcoat paint finish on the
wiper, if equipped, must be off. cleaners that are marked safe for vehicle.
Remove any accessories that may painted surfaces to remove foreign
be damaged or interfere with the car matter.
To keep the paint finish looking new,
wash equipment. Occasional hand waxing or mild keep the vehicle garaged or
Rinse the vehicle well, before polishing should be done to remove covered whenever possible.
washing and after, to remove all residue from the paint finish. See
your dealer for approved cleaning Protecting Exterior Bright Metal
cleaning agents completely. If they Moldings
are allowed to dry on the surface, products.
they could stain. Do not apply waxes or polishes to Caution
Dry the finish with a soft, clean uncoated plastic, vinyl, rubber,
chamois or an all-cotton towel to decals, simulated wood, or flat paint Failure to clean and protect the
avoid surface scratches and water as damage can occur. bright metal moldings can result
spotting. in a hazy white finish or pitting.
This damage would not be
Finish Care
covered by the vehicle warranty.
Application of aftermarket clearcoat
sealant/wax materials is not
recommended. If painted surfaces
are damaged, see your dealer to
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The bright metal moldings on the Cleaning Exterior Lamps/ . Aftermarket appearance caps or
vehicle are aluminum, chrome, Lenses, Emblems, Decals, and covers while the lamps are
or stainless steel. To prevent Stripes illuminated, due to excessive
damage always follow these heat generated
cleaning instructions: Use only lukewarm or cold water, a
soft cloth, and a car washing soap
. Be sure the molding is cool to to clean exterior lamps, lenses, Caution
the touch before applying any emblems, decals, and stripes.
cleaning solution. Failure to clean lamps properly
Follow instructions under "Washing can cause damage to the lamp
. Use only approved cleaning the Vehicle" previously in this
cover that would not be covered
solutions for aluminum, chrome, section.
by the vehicle warranty.
or stainless steel. Some Lamp covers are made of plastic,
cleaners are highly acidic or and some have a UV protective
contain alkaline substances and coating. Do not clean or wipe them
can damage the moldings. when dry. Caution
. Always dilute a concentrated Do not use any of the following on
cleaner according to the Using wax on low gloss black
lamp covers: finish stripes can increase the
manufacturer’s instructions.
. Abrasive or caustic agents gloss level and create a
. Do not use cleaners that are not non-uniform finish. Clean low
intended for automotive use. . Washer fluids and other cleaning
agents in higher concentrations gloss stripes with soap and
. Use a nonabrasive wax on the than suggested by the water only.
vehicle after washing to protect manufacturer
and extend the molding finish.
. Solvents, alcohols, fuels, Air Intakes
or other harsh cleaners Clear debris from the air intakes,
. Ice scrapers or other hard items between the hood and windshield,
when washing the vehicle.
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Shutter System a buildup of vehicle wash/wax
treatments may cause wiper Caution
streaking.
Using petroleum-based tire
Replace the wiper blades if they are dressing products on the vehicle
worn or damaged. Damage can be may damage the paint finish and/
caused by extreme dusty or tires. When applying a tire
conditions, sand, salt, heat, sun, dressing, always wipe off any
snow, and ice. overspray from all painted
Weatherstrips surfaces on the vehicle.
Apply weatherstrip lubricant on
weatherstrips to make them last Wheels and Wheel Trim
longer, seal better, and not stick or Use a soft, clean cloth with mild
squeak. Lubricate weatherstrips at soap and water to clean the wheels.
The vehicle may have a shutter least once a year. Hot, dry climates After rinsing thoroughly with clean
system designed to help increase may require more frequent water, dry with a soft, clean towel.
fuel economy. Keep the shutter application. Black marks from A wax may then be applied.
system clean for proper operation. rubber material on painted surfaces
can be removed by rubbing with a
Windshield and Wiper Blades clean cloth. See Recommended Caution
Clean the outside of the windshield Fluids and Lubricants 0 350.
Chrome wheels and chrome
with glass cleaner. Tires wheel trim may be damaged if the
Clean rubber blades using a lint-free vehicle is not washed after driving
Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to
cloth or paper towel soaked with clean the tires. on roads that have been sprayed
windshield washer fluid or a mild with magnesium chloride or
detergent. Wash the windshield calcium chloride. These are used
thoroughly when cleaning the on roads for conditions such as
blades. Bugs, road grime, sap, and (Continued)
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pads for wear and rotors for surface Underbody Maintenance
Caution (Continued) condition. Inspect drum brake
At least twice a year, spring and fall,
linings/shoes for wear or cracks.
dust and ice. Always wash the use plain water to flush any
Inspect all other brake parts for
chrome with soap and water after corrosive materials from the
cracks and leaks.
exposure. underbody. Take care to thoroughly
Steering, Suspension, and clean any areas where mud and
Chassis Components other debris can collect.
Visually inspect steering, Do not directly power wash the
Caution transfer case and/or front/rear axle
suspension, and chassis
To avoid surface damage on components for damaged, loose, output seals. High pressure water
wheels and wheel trim, do not or missing parts or signs of wear at can overcome the seals and
use strong soaps, chemicals, least once a year. contaminate the fluid. Contaminated
fluid will decrease the life of the
abrasive polishes, cleaners, Inspect power steering for proper transfer case and/or axles and
or brushes. Use only GM electrical connections, binding, should be replaced.
approved cleaners. Do not drive cracks, chafing, etc.
the vehicle through an automatic Visually check constant velocity joint
Sheet Metal Damage
car wash that uses silicone boots and axle seals for leaks. If the vehicle is damaged and
carbide tire/wheel cleaning requires sheet metal repair or
brushes. Damage could occur Body Component Lubrication replacement, make sure the body
and the repairs would not be Lubricate all key lock cylinders, repair shop applies anti-corrosion
covered by the vehicle warranty. hood hinges, liftgate hinges, and the material to parts repaired or
steel fuel door hinges, unless the replaced to restore corrosion
Brake System components are plastic. Applying protection.
silicone grease on weatherstrips Original manufacturer replacement
Visually inspect brake lines and with a clean cloth will make them
hoses for proper attachment, parts will provide the corrosion
last longer, seal better, and not stick protection while maintaining the
connections, binding, leaks, cracks, or squeak.
chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake vehicle warranty.
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Finish Damage hand lotions, sunscreen, and insect . Do not use laundry detergents or
repellent from all interior surfaces or dishwashing soaps with
Quickly repair minor chips and
permanent damage may result. degreasers. For liquid cleaners,
scratches with touch-up materials
Use cleaners specifically designed use approximately 20 drops per
available from your dealer to avoid
for the surfaces being cleaned to 3.8 L (1 gal) of water.
corrosion. Larger areas of finish
prevent permanent damage. Apply A concentrated soap solution will
damage can be corrected in your
all cleaners directly to the cleaning create streaks and attract dirt.
dealer's body and paint shop.
cloth. Do not spray cleaners on any Do not use solutions that contain
Chemical Paint Spotting switches or controls. Remove strong or caustic soap.
Airborne pollutants can fall upon cleaners quickly. . Do not heavily saturate the
and attack painted vehicle surfaces Before using cleaners, read and upholstery when cleaning.
causing blotchy, ring-shaped follow all safety instructions on the . Do not use solvents or cleaners
discolorations, and small, irregular label. While cleaning the interior, containing solvents.
dark spots etched into the paint open the doors and windows to get
surface. See “Finish Care” proper ventilation. Interior Glass
previously in this section. To clean, use a terry cloth fabric
To prevent damage, do not clean
the interior using the following dampened with water. Wipe droplets
Interior Care cleaners or techniques: left behind with a clean dry cloth.
To prevent dirt particle abrasions, If necessary, use a commercial
. Never use a razor or any other glass cleaner after cleaning with
regularly clean the vehicle's interior. sharp object to remove soil from
Immediately remove any soils. plain water.
any interior surface.
Newspapers or dark garments can
transfer color to the vehicle’s . Never use a brush with stiff
interior. bristles.
Use a soft bristle brush to remove . Never rub any surface
dust from knobs and crevices on the aggressively or with too much
instrument cluster. Using a mild pressure.
soap solution, immediately remove
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Fabric/Carpet/Suede to a clean area frequently to
Caution prevent forcing the soil in to the
Start by vacuuming the surface
fabric.
To prevent scratching, never use using a soft brush attachment. If a
abrasive cleaners on automotive rotating vacuum brush attachment is 4. Continue gently rubbing the
glass. Abrasive cleaners or being used, only use it on the floor soiled area until there is no
aggressive cleaning may damage carpet. Before cleaning, gently longer any color transfer from
the rear window defogger. remove as much of the soil as the soil to the cleaning cloth.
possible: 5. If the soil is not completely
. Gently blot liquids with a paper removed, use a mild soap
Cleaning the windshield with water
during the first three to six months towel. Continue blotting until no solution followed only by plain
of ownership will reduce tendency more soil can be removed. water.
to fog. . For solid soils, remove as much If the soil is not completely
as possible prior to vacuuming. removed, it may be necessary to
Speaker Covers use a commercial upholstery
To clean:
Vacuum around a speaker cover cleaner or spot lifter. Test a small
gently, so that the speaker will not 1. Saturate a clean, lint-free hidden area for colorfastness before
be damaged. Clean spots with water colorfast cloth with water. using a commercial upholstery
and mild soap. Microfiber cloth is cleaner or spot lifter. If ring
recommended to prevent lint formation occurs, clean the entire
Coated Moldings transfer to the fabric or carpet. fabric or carpet.
Coated moldings should be cleaned. 2. Remove excess moisture by After cleaning, use a paper towel to
. When lightly soiled, wipe with a gently wringing until water does blot excess moisture.
sponge or soft, lint-free cloth not drip from the cleaning cloth.
dampened with water. 3. Start on the outside edge of the
. When heavily soiled, use warm soil and gently rub toward the
soapy water. center. Fold the cleaning cloth
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Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces Instrument Panel, Leather,
and Vehicle Information and Vinyl, Other Plastic Surfaces, Caution (Continued)
Radio Displays Low Gloss Paint Surfaces, and the appearance and feel of
Use a microfiber cloth on high gloss Natural Open Pore Wood leather or soft trim, and are not
surfaces or vehicle displays. First, Surfaces recommended.
use a soft bristle brush to remove Use a soft microfiber cloth
dirt that can scratch the surface. dampened with water to remove Do not use cleaners that increase
Then gently clean by rubbing with a dust and loose dirt. For a more gloss, especially on the instrument
microfiber cloth. Never use window thorough cleaning, use a soft panel. Reflected glare can decrease
cleaners or solvents. Periodically microfiber cloth dampened with a visibility through the windshield
hand wash the microfiber cloth mild soap solution. under certain conditions.
separately, using mild soap. Do not
use bleach or fabric softener. Rinse
Caution Caution
thoroughly and air dry before
next use. Soaking or saturating leather, Use of air fresheners may cause
especially perforated leather, as permanent damage to plastics
Caution well as other interior surfaces, and painted surfaces. If an air
may cause permanent damage. freshener comes in contact with
Do not attach a device with a Wipe excess moisture from these
suction cup to the display. This any plastic or painted surface in
surfaces after cleaning and allow the vehicle, blot immediately and
may cause damage and would them to dry naturally. Never use
not be covered by the vehicle clean with a soft cloth dampened
heat, steam, or spot removers. Do with a mild soap solution.
warranty. not use cleaners that contain Damage caused by air fresheners
silicone or wax-based products. would not be covered by the
Cleaners containing these vehicle warranty.
solvents can permanently change
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338 Vehicle Care

Cargo Cover and Floor Mats . Do not use a floor mat if the
Convenience Net vehicle is not equipped with a
floor mat retainer on the driver
Wash with warm water and mild { Warning side floor.
detergent. Do not use chlorine
bleach. Rinse with cold water, and If a floor mat is the wrong size or . Use the floor mat with the
then dry completely. is not properly installed, it can correct side up. Do not turn
interfere with the pedals. it over.
Care of Seat Belts Interference with the pedals can . Do not place anything on top of
Keep belts clean and dry. cause unintended acceleration the driver side floor mat.
and/or increased stopping
. Use only a single floor mat on
{ Warning distance which can cause a crash
and injury. Make sure the floor
the driver side.
Do not bleach or dye seat belt mat does not interfere with the . Do not place one floor mat on
webbing. It may severely weaken pedals. top of another.
the webbing. In a crash, they Button Retainer
might not be able to provide Use the following guidelines for
adequate protection. Clean and proper floor mat usage.
rinse seat belt webbing only with
mild soap and lukewarm water. . The original equipment floor
Allow the webbing to dry. mats were designed for your
vehicle. If the floor mats need
replacing, it is recommended
that GM certified floor mats be
purchased. Non-GM floor mats
may not fit properly and may
interfere with the accelerator or
brake pedal. Always check that
the floor mats do not interfere
with the pedals.
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Some vehicles have floor mats with
a button-type retainer.
Removing and Replacing the
Floor Mat
1. Pull up on the rear of the mat
to unlock and remove.
2. Reinstall the floor mat by lining
up the floor mat opening over
the carpet retainer and
snapping into position.
3. Make sure the floor mat is
properly secured. Verify the
floor mat does not interfere
with the pedals.
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340 Service and Maintenance

Service and General Information for routine maintenance such as oil
changes and tire rotations and
Maintenance Your vehicle is an important
investment. This section describes
additional maintenance items like
tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper
the required maintenance for the blades.
General Information vehicle. Follow this schedule to help
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 340 protect against major repair Caution
expenses resulting from neglect or
Maintenance Schedule inadequate maintenance. It may Damage caused by improper
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . 342 also help to maintain the value of maintenance can lead to costly
the vehicle if it is sold. It is the repairs and may not be covered
Special Application Services responsibility of the owner to have
Special Application by the vehicle warranty.
all required maintenance performed. Maintenance intervals, checks,
Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347
Your dealer has trained technicians inspections, recommended fluids,
Additional Maintenance who can perform required and lubricants are important to
and Care maintenance using genuine keep the vehicle in good working
Additional Maintenance replacement parts. They have condition.
and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347 up-to-date tools and equipment for
fast and accurate diagnostics. Many Do not have chemical flushes that
Recommended Fluids, dealers have extended evening and are not approved by GM
Lubricants, and Parts Saturday hours, courtesy performed on the vehicle. The
Recommended Fluids and transportation, and online use of flushes, solvents, cleaners,
Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350 scheduling to assist with service or lubricants that are not
Maintenance Replacement needs. approved by GM could damage
Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 351 the vehicle, requiring expensive
Your dealer recognizes the
Maintenance Records repairs that are not covered by
importance of providing
Maintenance Records . . . . . . . . 352 competitively priced maintenance the vehicle warranty.
and repair services. With trained
technicians, the dealer is the place
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The Tire Rotation and Required . Use the recommended fuel. See Refer to the information in the
Services are the responsibility of the Recommended Fuel 0 247. Maintenance Schedule Additional
vehicle owner. It is recommended to Refer to the information in the Required Services - Severe chart.
have your dealer perform these Maintenance Schedule Additional
services every 12 000 km/7,500 mi.
Proper vehicle maintenance helps to
Required Services - Normal chart. { Warning
keep the vehicle in good working The Additional Required Services - Performing maintenance work can
condition, improves fuel economy, Severe are for vehicles that are: be dangerous and can cause
and reduces vehicle emissions. . Mainly driven in heavy city traffic serious injury. Perform
Because of the way people use in hot weather. maintenance work only if the
vehicles, maintenance needs vary. . Mainly driven in hilly or required information, proper tools,
There may need to be more mountainous terrain. and equipment are available.
frequent checks and services. The If they are not, see your dealer to
Additional Required Services - . Frequently towing a trailer. have a trained technician do the
Normal are for vehicles that: . Used for high speed or work. See Doing Your Own
. Carry passengers and cargo competitive driving. Service Work 0 265.
within recommended limits on . Used for taxi, police, or delivery
the Tire and Loading Information service.
label. See Vehicle Load Limits
0 194.
. Are driven on reasonable road
surfaces within legal driving
limits.
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Maintenance engine oil life system may not Tire Rotation and Required
indicate the need for vehicle service Services Every 12 000 km/
Schedule for up to a year. The engine oil and 7,500 mi
filter must be changed at least once
Owner Checks and Services a year and the oil life system must Rotate the tires, if recommended for
be reset. Your trained dealer the vehicle, and perform the
At Each Fuel Stop following services. See Tire
technician can perform this work.
. Check the engine oil level. See If the engine oil life system is reset Rotation 0 309.
Engine Oil 0 268. accidentally, service the vehicle . Check engine oil level and oil
Once a Month within 5 000 km/3,000 mi since the life percentage. If needed,
last service. Reset the oil life change engine oil and filter, and
. Check the tire inflation system when the oil is changed. reset oil life system. See Engine
pressures. See Tire Pressure See Engine Oil Life System 0 270. Oil 0 268 and Engine Oil Life
0 302.
System 0 270.
. Inspect the tires for wear. See Air Conditioning Desiccant
(Replace Every Seven Years) . Check engine coolant level. See
Tire Inspection 0 309.
Cooling System 0 272.
. Check the windshield washer The air conditioning system requires
maintenance every seven years. . Check windshield washer fluid
fluid level. See Washer Fluid
This service requires replacement of level. See Washer Fluid 0 277.
0 277.
the desiccant to help the longevity . Check tire inflation pressures.
Engine Oil Change and efficient operation of the air See Tire Pressure 0 302.
When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL conditioning system. This service
can be complex. See your dealer. . Inspect tire wear. See Tire
SOON message displays, have the Inspection 0 309.
engine oil and filter changed within
the next 1 000 km/600 mi. If driven
under the best conditions, the
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. Visually check for fluid leaks. . Visually inspect halfshafts and . Lubricate body components. See
. Inspect engine air cleaner filter. drive shafts for excessive wear, Exterior Care 0 330.
See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter lubricant leaks, and/or damage . Check parking brake and
0 272. including: tube dents or cracks, automatic transmission park
constant velocity joint or mechanism. See Park Brake and
. Inspect brake system. See universal joint looseness,
Exterior Care 0 330. P (Park) Mechanism Check
cracked or missing boots, loose 0 281.
. Visually inspect steering, or missing boot clamps, center
bearing excessive looseness, . Check accelerator pedal for
suspension, and chassis
components for damage, loose or missing fasteners, and damage, high effort, or binding.
including cracks or tears in the axle seal leaks. Replace if needed.
rubber boots, loose or missing . Check restraint system . Visually inspect gas strut for
parts, or signs of wear at least components. See Safety System signs of wear, cracks, or other
once a year. See Exterior Care Check 0 81. damage. Check the hold open
0 330. ability of the strut. If the hold
. Visually inspect fuel system for
. Inspect power steering for open ability is low, service the
damage or leaks. gas strut. See Gas Strut(s)
proper attachment, connections,
. Visually inspect exhaust system 0 284.
binding, leaks, cracks,
chafing, etc. and nearby heat shields for . Inspect sunroof track and seal,
loose or damaged parts. if equipped. See Sunroof 0 58.
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1 2 0 0 0 k m/7 ,5 0 0 mi
2 4 0 0 0 k m/1 5 ,0 0 0 mi
3 6 0 0 0 k m/2 2 ,5 0 0 mi
4 8 0 0 0 k m/3 0 ,0 0 0 mi
6 0 0 0 0 k m/3 7 ,5 0 0 mi
7 2 0 0 0 k m/4 5 ,0 0 0 mi
8 4 0 0 0 k m/5 2 ,5 0 0 mi
9 6 0 0 0 k m/6 0 ,0 0 0 mi
1 0 8 0 0 0 k m/6 7 ,5 0 0 mi
1 2 0 0 0 0 k m/7 5 ,0 0 0 mi
1 3 2 0 0 0 k m/8 2 ,5 0 0 mi
1 4 4 0 0 0 k m/9 0 ,0 0 0 mi
1 5 6 0 0 0 k m/9 7 ,5 0 0 mi
1 6 8 0 0 0 k m/1 0 5 ,0 0 0 mi
1 8 0 0 0 0 k m/11 2 ,5 0 0 mi
1 9 2 0 0 0 k m/1 2 0 ,0 0 0 mi
2 0 4 0 0 0 k m/1 2 7 ,5 0 0 mi
2 1 6 0 0 0 k m/1 3 5 ,0 0 0 mi
2 2 8 0 0 0 k m/1 4 2 ,5 0 0 mi
2 4 0 0 0 0 k m/1 5 0 ,0 0 0 mi
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.
Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) @ @ @ @ @ @
Inspect evaporative control system. (2) @ @ @
Replace engine air cleaner filter. (3) @ @ @
Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark plug wires. @
Drain and fill engine 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. @ @
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Footnotes — Maintenance (2) Visually check all fuel and vapor (5) Or every 10 years, whichever
Schedule Additional Required lines and hoses for proper comes first. Inspect for fraying,
Services - Normal attachment, connection, routing, and excessive cracking, or damage;
(1) Or every two years, whichever condition. replace, if needed.
comes first. More frequent (3) Or every four years, whichever (6) Replace brake fluid every five
passenger compartment air filter comes first. If driving in dusty years. See Brake Fluid 0 279.
replacement may be needed if conditions, inspect the filter at each (7) Or every 12 months, whichever
driving in areas with heavy traffic, oil change or more often as needed. comes first. See Wiper Blade
poor air quality, high dust levels, (4) Or every five years, whichever Replacement 0 282.
or environmental allergens. comes first. See Cooling System
Passenger compartment air filter 0 272.
replacement may also be needed if
there is reduced airflow, window
fogging, or odors. Your GM dealer
can help determine when to replace
the filter.
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1 2 0 0 0 k m/7 ,5 0 0 mi
2 4 0 0 0 k m/1 5 ,0 0 0 mi
3 6 0 0 0 k m/2 2 ,5 0 0 mi
4 8 0 0 0 k m/3 0 ,0 0 0 mi
6 0 0 0 0 k m/3 7 ,5 0 0 mi
7 2 0 0 0 k m/4 5 ,0 0 0 mi
8 4 0 0 0 k m/5 2 ,5 0 0 mi
9 6 0 0 0 k m/6 0 ,0 0 0 mi
1 0 8 0 0 0 k m/6 7 ,5 0 0 mi
1 2 0 0 0 0 k m/7 5 ,0 0 0 mi
1 3 2 0 0 0 k m/8 2 ,5 0 0 mi
1 4 4 0 0 0 k m/9 0 ,0 0 0 mi
1 5 6 0 0 0 k m/9 7 ,5 0 0 mi
1 6 8 0 0 0 k m/1 0 5 ,0 0 0 mi
1 8 0 0 0 0 k m/11 2 ,5 0 0 mi
1 9 2 0 0 0 k m/1 2 0 ,0 0 0 mi
2 0 4 0 0 0 k m/1 2 7 ,5 0 0 mi
2 1 6 0 0 0 k m/1 3 5 ,0 0 0 mi
2 2 8 0 0 0 k m/1 4 2 ,5 0 0 mi
2 4 0 0 0 0 k m/1 5 0 ,0 0 0 mi
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.
Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) @ @ @ @ @ @
Inspect evaporative control system. (2) @ @ @
Replace engine air cleaner filter. (3) @ @ @
Change automatic transmission fluid. @ @ @
Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark plug wires. @
Drain and fill engine 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. @ @
Footnotes — Maintenance driving in areas with heavy traffic, fogging, or odors. Your GM dealer
Schedule Additional Required poor air quality, high dust levels, can help determine when to replace
Services - Severe or environmental allergens. the filter.
(1) Or every two years, whichever Passenger compartment air filter (2) Visually check all fuel and vapor
comes first. More frequent replacement may also be needed if lines and hoses for proper
passenger compartment air filter there is reduced airflow, window attachment, connection, routing, and
replacement may be needed if condition.
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(3) Or every four years, whichever Special Application Additional
comes first. If driving in dusty
conditions, inspect the filter at each Services Maintenance and Care
oil change or more often as needed. . Severe Commercial Use Your vehicle is an important
(4) Or every five years, whichever Vehicles Only: Lubricate chassis investment and caring for it properly
comes first. See Cooling System components every oil change. may help to avoid future costly
0 272. . repairs. To maintain vehicle
Have underbody flushing service
(5) Or every 10 years, whichever performed. See "Underbody performance, additional
comes first. Inspect for fraying, Maintenance" in Exterior Care maintenance services may be
excessive cracking, or damage; 0 330. required.
replace, if needed. It is recommended that your dealer
(6) Replace brake fluid every five perform these services — their
years. See Brake Fluid 0 279. trained dealer technicians know
your vehicle best. Your dealer can
(7) Or every 12 months, whichever also perform a thorough
comes first. See Wiper Blade assessment with a multi-point
Replacement 0 282. inspection to recommend when your
vehicle may need attention.
The following list is intended to
explain the services and conditions
to look for that may indicate
services are required.
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Battery Brakes Hoses
The 12-volt battery supplies power Brakes stop the vehicle and are Hoses transport fluids and should
to start the engine and operate any crucial to safe driving. be regularly inspected to ensure
additional electrical accessories. . Signs of brake wear may include that there are no cracks or leaks.
. To avoid break-down or failure to chirping, grinding, or squealing With a multi-point inspection, your
start the vehicle, maintain a noises, or difficulty stopping. dealer can inspect the hoses and
battery with full cranking power. advise if replacement is needed.
. Trained dealer technicians have
. Trained dealer technicians have access to tools and equipment Lamps
the diagnostic equipment to test to inspect the brakes and Properly working headlamps,
the battery and ensure that the recommend quality parts taillamps, and brake lamps are
connections and cables are engineered for the vehicle. important to see and be seen on
corrosion-free. the road.
Fluids
Belts . Signs that the headlamps need
Proper fluid levels and approved
. Belts may need replacing if they fluids protect the vehicle’s systems attention include dimming, failure
squeak or show signs of and components. See to light, cracking, or damage.
cracking or splitting. Recommended Fluids and The brake lamps need to be
Lubricants 0 350 for GM approved checked periodically to ensure
. Trained dealer technicians have that they light when braking.
access to tools and equipment fluids.
. Engine oil and windshield . With a multi-point inspection,
to inspect the belts and
recommend adjustment or washer fluid levels should be your dealer can check the lamps
replacement when necessary. checked at every fuel fill. and note any concerns.
. Instrument cluster lights may
come on to indicate that fluids
may be low and need to be
filled.
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Shocks and Struts rubber; cracks or cuts in the . Your dealer has the required
Shocks and struts help aid in control tread or sidewall; or a bulge or equipment to ensure proper
for a smoother ride. split in the tire. wheel alignment.
. Signs of wear may include . Trained dealer technicians can Windshield
steering wheel vibration, bounce/ inspect and recommend the right
tires. Your dealer can also For safety, appearance, and the
sway while braking, longer best viewing, keep the windshield
stopping distance, or uneven provide tire/wheel balancing
services to ensure smooth clean and clear.
tire wear.
vehicle operation at all speeds. . Signs of damage include
. As part of the multi-point Your dealer sells and services scratches, cracks, and chips.
inspection, trained dealer name brand tires. . Trained dealer technicians can
technicians can visually inspect
the shocks and struts for signs Vehicle Care inspect the windshield and
of leaking, blown seals, recommend proper replacement
To help keep the vehicle looking like if needed.
or damage, and can advise new, vehicle care products are
when service is needed. available from your dealer. For Wiper Blades
Tires information on how to clean and Wiper blades need to be cleaned
protect the vehicle’s interior and and kept in good condition to
Tires need to be properly inflated, exterior, see Interior Care 0 335 and
rotated, and balanced. Maintaining provide a clear view.
Exterior Care 0 330.
the tires can save money and fuel, . Signs of wear include streaking,
and can reduce the risk of tire Wheel Alignment skipping across the windshield,
failure. Wheel alignment is critical for and worn or split rubber.
. Signs that the tires need to be ensuring that the tires deliver . Trained dealer technicians can
replaced include three or more optimal wear and performance. check the wiper blades and
visible treadwear indicators; cord . Signs that the alignment may replace them when needed.
or fabric showing through the need to be adjusted include
pulling, improper vehicle
handling, or unusual tire wear.
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Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Automatic Transmission DEXRON-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL Coolant.
See Cooling System 0 272.
Engine Oil Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity
grade. ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic is recommended. See Engine Oil
0 268.
Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. 89021668, in
Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor, and Canada 89021674) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2,
Release Pawl Category LB or GC-LB.
Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 19353126, in
Canada 19353127).
Key Lock Cylinders, Hood and Door Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in
Hinges Canada 10953474).
Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip lubricant (GM Part No. 3634770, in Canada 10953518) or
equivalent.
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 23321606 A3212C
Engine Oil Filter 19330000 PF63E
Passenger Compartment Air Filter 20958479 CF179C
Spark Plugs 12622561 41-109
Wiper Blades
Front Driver – 60 cm (23.6 in) 84142870 —
Front Passenger – 50 cm (19.7 in) 23360287 —
Rear – 27.5 cm (10.8 in) 84177374 —
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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.
Odometer
Date Serviced By Services Performed
Reading
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Technical Data 353

Technical Data Vehicle Identification parts. See “Engine Specifications”
under Capacities and Specifications
0 354 for the vehicle's engine code.
Vehicle Identification
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
Vehicle Identification Service Parts
Number (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353 Identification Label
Service Parts Identification
There may be a label on the inside
Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353
of the glove box that contains the
Vehicle Data following information:
Capacities and . Vehicle Identification
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 354 Number (VIN)
Engine Drive Belt Routing . . . . 355
This legal identifier is in the front . Model designation
corner of the instrument panel, on
. Paint information
the driver side of the vehicle. It can
be seen through the windshield from . Production options and special
outside. The Vehicle Identification equipment
Number (VIN) also appears on the If there is no label, there is a
Vehicle Certification and Service barcode on the certification label on
Parts labels and certificates of title the center (B) pillar to scan for this
and registration. same information.
Engine Identification
The eighth character in the VIN is
the engine code. This code
identifies the vehicle's engine,
specifications, and replacement
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354 Technical Data

Vehicle Data
Capacities and Specifications
The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants 0 350 for more information.
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.
Cooling System
Without V92 Towing Package 14.6 L 15.4 qt
With V92 Towing Package 16.7 L 17.6 qt
Engine Oil with Filter 5.7 L 6.0 qt
Fuel Tank
Front-Wheel Drive 73.4 L 19.4 gal
All-Wheel Drive 82.1 L 21.7 gal
Transfer Case Fluid 0.85 L 0.09 qt
Wheel Nut Torque 190 Y 140 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.
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Technical Data 355

Engine Specifications
Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap
3.6L V6 Engine W Automatic 0.95–1.10 mm (0.037–
0.043 in)
Engine Drive Belt Routing

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356 Customer Information

Customer Reporting Safety Defects
Reporting Safety Defects to
Customer Information
Information the United States
Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 367 Customer Satisfaction
Reporting Safety Defects to Procedure
Customer Information the Canadian Your satisfaction and goodwill are
Customer Satisfaction Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 367 important to your dealer and to
Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356 Reporting Safety Defects to Buick. Normally, any concerns with
Customer Assistance General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . 368
the sales transaction or the
Offices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 358 Vehicle Data Recording and operation of the vehicle will be
Customer Assistance for Text resolved by your dealer's sales or
Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . . 359
Privacy
Vehicle Data Recording and service departments. Sometimes,
Online Owner Center . . . . . . . . . 359 however, despite the best intentions
GM Mobility Reimbursement Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 368
Event Data Recorders . . . . . . . . 368 of all concerned, misunderstandings
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 360 can occur. If your concern has not
Roadside Assistance OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 369
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . 369 been resolved to your satisfaction,
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 360 the following steps should be taken:
Scheduling Service
Appointments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 362 STEP ONE : Discuss your concern
Courtesy Transportation with a member of dealership
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 362 management. Normally, concerns
Collision Damage Repair . . . . . 363 can be quickly resolved at that level.
Publication Ordering If the matter has already been
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 366 reviewed with the sales, service,
Radio Frequency or parts manager, contact the owner
Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 366 of your dealership or the general
manager.
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Customer Information 357

STEP TWO : If after contacting a When contacting Buick, remember decision given in your case, you
member of dealership management, that your concern will likely be may reject it and proceed with any
it appears your concern cannot be resolved at a dealer's facility. That is other venue for relief available
resolved by your dealership without why we suggest following Step One to you.
further help, in the U.S., call first. You may contact the BBB Auto Line
1-800-521-7300. In Canada, contact STEP THREE — U.S. Owners : Program using the toll-free
General Motors of Canada Both General Motors and your telephone number or write them at
Customer Care Centre at dealer are committed to making the following address:
1-800-263-3777 (English) or sure you are completely satisfied
1-800-263-7854 (French). BBB Auto Line Program
with the new vehicle. However, Council of Better Business
We encourage you to call the if you continue to remain unsatisfied Bureaus, Inc.
toll-free number in order to give the after following the procedure 3033 Wilson Boulevard
inquiry prompt attention. Have the outlined in Steps One and Two, you Suite 600
following information available to can file with the Better Business Arlington, VA 22201
give the Customer Assistance Bureau (BBB) Auto Line® Program
representative: to enforce your rights. Telephone: 1-800-955-5100
http://www.bbb.org/council/
. Vehicle Identification The BBB Auto Line Program is an programs-services/
Number (VIN). This is available out-of-court program administered dispute-handling-and-resolution/
from the vehicle registration or by the Council of Better Business bbb-auto-line
title, or the plate at the top left of Bureaus to settle automotive
the instrument panel and visible disputes regarding vehicle repairs or This program is available in all
through the windshield. the interpretation of the New Vehicle 50 states and the District of
Limited Warranty. Although you may Columbia. Eligibility is limited by
. Dealership name and location.
be required to resort to this informal vehicle age, mileage, and other
. Vehicle delivery date and dispute resolution program prior to factors. General Motors reserves
present mileage. filing a court action, use of the the right to change eligibility
program is free of charge and your limitations and/or discontinue its
case will generally be heard within participation in this program.
40 days. If you do not agree with the
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STEP THREE — Canadian believe our impartial program offers Customer Assistance
Owners : In the event that you do advantages over courts in most
not feel your concerns have been jurisdictions because it is informal,
Offices
addressed after following the quick, and free of charge. Buick encourages customers to call
procedure outlined in Steps One For further information concerning the toll-free number for assistance.
and Two, General Motors of Canada eligibility in the Canadian Motor However, if a customer wishes to
Company wants you to be aware of Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), write or e-mail Buick, the letter
its participation in a no-charge call toll-free 1-800-207-0685, or call should be addressed to:
Mediation/Arbitration program. the General Motors Customer Care
General Motors of Canada United States and Puerto Rico
Centre, 1-800-263-3777 (English),
Company has committed to binding 1-800-263-7854 (French), Buick Customer Assistance Center
arbitration of owner disputes or write to: P.O. Box 33136
involving factory-related vehicle Detroit, MI 48232-5136
service claims. The program Mediation/Arbitration Program www.Buick.com
provides for the review of the facts c/o Customer Care Centre
involved by an impartial third party General Motors of Canada 1-800-521-7300
arbiter, and may include an informal Company 1-800-832-8425 (For Text
hearing before the arbiter. The Mail Code: CA1-163-005 Telephone devices (TTYs))
program is designed so that the 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Roadside Assistance:
entire dispute settlement process, Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 1-800-252-1112
from the time you file your complaint The inquiry should be accompanied From U.S. Virgin Islands:
to the final decision, should be by the Vehicle Identification 1-800-496-9994
completed in about 70 days. We Number (VIN).
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Canada communicate with Buick by dialing: r : Track your vehicle’s warranty
1-800-832-8425. TTY users in information.
General Motors of Canada
Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.
Company J : View active recalls by Vehicle
Customer Care Centre, Identification Number (VIN). See
Mail Code: CA1-163-005 Online Owner Center Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
1908 Colonel Sam Drive Online Owner Experience 0 353.
Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7
www.gm.ca
(U.S.) my.buick.com H : View GM Card, SiriusXM
The Buick online owner experience Satellite radio (if equipped), and
1-800-263-3777 (English) OnStar account information.
allows interaction with Buick and
1-800-263-7854 (French)
1-800-263-3830 (For Text
keeps important vehicle-specific F : Chat with online help
information in one place. representatives.
Telephone devices (TTYs))
Roadside Assistance: Membership Benefits See my.buick.com to register your
1-800-268-6800 vehicle.
E : Download owner’s manuals
All Overseas Locations and view vehicle-specific how-to Buick Owner Centre (Canada)
videos. www.buickowner.ca
Please contact the local General
Motors Business Unit. G : View maintenance schedules, Visit the Buick Owner Centre:
alerts, and Vehicle Diagnostic
Information. Schedule service . Chat live with online help
Customer Assistance for representatives.
appointments.
Text Telephone (TTY) . Use the Vehicle Tools section.
Users I : View and print dealer-recorded
service records and self-recorded . Access third party enthusiast
To assist customers who are deaf, service records. sites and social media networks.
hard of hearing, or speech-impaired D : Select a dealer and view . Locate owner resources such as
and who use Text Telephones locations, maps, phone numbers, lease-end, financing, and
(TTYs), Buick has TTY equipment and hours. warranty information.
available at its Customer Assistance
Center. Any TTY user can
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. Retrieve your favorite articles, such as hand controls or a Calling for Assistance
quizzes, tips, and multimedia wheelchair/scooter lift for the
When calling Roadside Assistance,
galleries organized into the vehicle.
have the following information
Featured Articles and Auto Care To learn about the GM Mobility ready:
Sections. program, see www.gmmobility.com . Your name, home address, and
. Download the owner’s manual or call the GM Mobility Assistance
home telephone number
for your vehicle, quickly and Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text
easily. Telephone (TTY) users, call . Telephone number of your
. 1-800-833-9935. location
Find the Buick-recommended
maintenance services for your General Motors of Canada also has . Location of the vehicle
vehicle. a Mobility program. See www.gm.ca . Model, year, color, and license
or call 1-800-GM-DRIVE plate number of the vehicle
GM Mobility (800-463-7483) for details. TTY
.
users call 1-800-263-3830. Odometer reading, Vehicle
Reimbursement Program Identification Number (VIN), and
Roadside Assistance delivery date of the vehicle
Program . Description of the problem
For U.S.-purchased vehicles, call Coverage
1-800-252-1112; (Text Telephone Services are provided for the
(TTY): 1-888-889-2438). duration of the vehicle’s powertrain
For Canadian-purchased vehicles, warranty.
This program is available to call 1-800-268-6800.
qualified applicants for cost In the U.S., anyone driving the
reimbursement, up to certain limits, Service is available 24 hours a day, vehicle is covered. In Canada, a
of eligible aftermarket adaptive 365 days a year. person driving the vehicle without
equipment required for the vehicle, permission from the owner is not
covered.
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Roadside Assistance is not a part of . Emergency Tow from a Public Services Not Included in
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Road or Highway: Tow to the Roadside Assistance
General Motors North America and nearest Buick dealer for
. Impound towing caused by
Buick reserve the right to make any warranty service, or if the vehicle
changes or discontinue the was in a crash and cannot be violation of any laws.
Roadside Assistance program at driven. Assistance is not given . Legal fines.
any time without notification. when the vehicle is stuck in . Mounting, dismounting,
General Motors North America and sand, mud, or snow.
or changing of snow tires,
Buick reserve the right to limit . Flat Tire Change: Service to chains, or other traction devices.
services or payment to an owner or change a flat tire with the spare
Service is not provided if a vehicle
driver if they decide the claims are tire. The spare tire, if equipped,
is in an area that is not accessible
made too often, or the same type of must be in good condition and
to the service vehicle or is not a
claim is made many times. properly inflated. It is the owner's
regularly traveled or maintained
responsibility for the repair or
Services Provided public road, which includes ice and
replacement of the tire if it is not
winter roads. Off-road use is not
. Emergency Fuel Delivery: covered by the warranty.
covered.
Delivery of enough fuel for the . Battery Jump Start: Service to
vehicle to get to the nearest jump start a dead battery. Services Specific to
service station. Canadian-Purchased Vehicles
. Trip Interruption Benefits and
. Lock-Out Service: Service to Assistance: If your trip is . Fuel Delivery: Reimbursement
unlock the vehicle if you are interrupted due to a warranty is up to 7 liters. Diesel fuel
locked out. A remote unlock may event, incidental expenses may delivery may be restricted.
be available if you have OnStar. be reimbursed within the Propane and other fuels are not
For security reasons, the driver Powertrain warranty period. provided through this service.
must present identification Items considered are reasonable . Lock-Out Service: Vehicle
before this service is given. and customary hotel, meals, registration is required.
rental car, or a vehicle being
delivered back to the customer,
up to 500 miles.
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. Trip Interruption Benefits and Scheduling Service Courtesy Transportation
Assistance: Must be over
150 km from where your trip was
Appointments Program
started to qualify. When the vehicle requires warranty To enhance your ownership
Pre-authorization, original service, contact your dealer and experience, we and our participating
detailed receipts, and a copy of request an appointment. By dealers are proud to offer Courtesy
the repair orders are required. scheduling a service appointment Transportation, a customer support
Once authorization has been and advising the service consultant program for vehicles with the
received, the Roadside of your transportation needs, your Bumper-to-Bumper (Base Warranty
Assistance advisor will help you dealer can help minimize your Coverage period in Canada),
make arrangements and explain inconvenience. extended powertrain, and/or
how to receive payment. hybrid-specific warranties in both
If the vehicle cannot be scheduled
. Alternative Service: If into the service department the U.S. and Canada.
assistance cannot be provided immediately, keep driving it until it Several Courtesy Transportation
right away, the Roadside can be scheduled for service, options are available to assist in
Assistance advisor may give unless, of course, the problem is reducing inconvenience when
permission to get local safety related. If it is, please call warranty repairs are required.
emergency road service. You will your dealership, let them know this, Courtesy Transportation is not a
receive payment, up to $100, and ask for instructions. part of the New Vehicle Limited
after sending the original receipt
If your dealer requests you to bring Warranty. A separate booklet
to Roadside Assistance.
the vehicle for service, you are entitled “Limited Warranty and
Mechanical failures may be
urged to do so as early in the work Owner Assistance Information”
covered, however any cost for
day as possible to allow for furnished with each new vehicle
parts and labor for repairs not
same-day repair. provides detailed warranty coverage
covered by the warranty are the
information.
owner responsibility.
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Transportation Options Courtesy Rental Vehicle General Motors reserves the right to
For an overnight warranty repair, the unilaterally modify, change,
Warranty service can generally be
dealer may provide an available or discontinue Courtesy
completed while you wait. However,
courtesy rental vehicle or provide for Transportation at any time and to
if you are unable to do so, your
reimbursement of a rental vehicle. resolve all questions of claim
dealer may offer the following
Reimbursement is limited and must eligibility pursuant to the terms and
transportation options:
be supported by original receipts as conditions described herein at its
Shuttle Service well as a signed and completed sole discretion.
This includes one-way or round-trip rental agreement and meet state/
shuttle service within reasonable provincial, local, and rental vehicle Collision Damage Repair
time and distance parameters of provider requirements. If the vehicle is involved in a
your dealer's area. Requirements vary and may include collision and it is damaged, have the
minimum age requirements, damage repaired by a qualified
Public Transportation or Fuel insurance coverage, credit card, etc.
Reimbursement technician using the proper
Additional fees such as fuel usage equipment and quality replacement
If overnight warranty repairs are charges, taxes, levies, usage fees, parts. Poorly performed collision
needed, and public transportation is excessive mileage, or rental usage repairs diminish the vehicle resale
used, the expense must be beyond the completion of the repair value, and safety performance can
supported by original receipts and are also your responsibility. be compromised in subsequent
within the maximum amount allowed It may not be possible to provide a collisions.
by GM for shuttle service. If U.S. like vehicle as a courtesy rental.
customers arrange their own Collision Parts
transportation, limited Additional Program Genuine GM Collision parts are new
reimbursement for reasonable fuel Information parts made with the same materials
expenses may be available. Claim and construction methods as the
amounts should reflect actual costs All program options, such as shuttle
service, may not be available at parts with which the vehicle was
and be supported by original originally built. Genuine GM
receipts. See your dealer for every dealer. Contact your dealer
for specific availability. Collision parts are the best choice to
information. ensure that the vehicle's designed
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appearance, durability, and safety collisions. Aftermarket parts are not aftermarket collision parts. Some
are preserved. The use of Genuine covered by the GM New Vehicle insurance companies will not
GM parts can help maintain the GM Limited Warranty, and any vehicle specify aftermarket collision parts.
New Vehicle Limited Warranty. failure related to such parts is not When purchasing insurance, we
Recycled original equipment parts covered by that warranty. recommend that you ensure that the
may also be used for repair. These vehicle will be repaired with GM
Repair Facility original equipment collision parts.
parts are typically removed from
vehicles that were total losses in GM also recommends that you If such insurance coverage is not
prior crashes. In most cases, the choose a collision repair facility that available from your current
parts being recycled are from meets your needs before you ever insurance carrier, consider switching
undamaged sections of the vehicle. need collision repairs. Your dealer to another insurance carrier.
A recycled original equipment GM may have a collision repair center If the vehicle is leased, the leasing
part may be an acceptable choice to with GM-trained technicians and company may require you to have
maintain the vehicle's originally state-of-the-art equipment, or be insurance that ensures repairs with
designed appearance and safety able to recommend a collision repair Genuine GM Original Equipment
performance; however, the history of center that has GM-trained Manufacturer (OEM) parts or
these parts is not known. Such parts technicians and comparable Genuine Manufacturer replacement
are not covered by the GM New equipment. parts. Read the lease carefully, as
Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any Insuring the Vehicle you may be charged at the end of
related failures are not covered by the lease for poor quality repairs.
that warranty. Protect your investment in the GM
vehicle with comprehensive and If a Crash Occurs
Aftermarket collision parts are also collision insurance coverage. There
available. These are made by If there has been an injury, call
are significant differences in the emergency services for help. Do not
companies other than GM and may quality of coverage afforded by
not have been tested for the vehicle. leave the scene of a crash until all
various insurance policy terms. matters have been taken care of.
As a result, these parts may fit Many insurance policies provide
poorly, exhibit premature durability/ Move the vehicle only if its position
reduced protection to the GM
corrosion problems, and may not vehicle by limiting compensation for
perform properly in subsequent damage repairs through the use of
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puts you in danger, or you are . General description of the Insurance pays the bill for the repair,
instructed to move it by a police damage to the other vehicle but you must live with the repair.
officer. Choose a reputable repair facility Depending on your policy limits,
Give only the necessary information that uses quality replacement parts. your insurance company may
to police and other parties involved See “Collision Parts” earlier in this initially value the repair using
in the crash. section. aftermarket parts. Discuss this with
the repair professional, and insist on
For emergency towing see If the airbag has inflated, see What Genuine GM parts. Remember,
Roadside Assistance Program Will You See after an Airbag if the vehicle is leased, you may be
0 360. Inflates? 0 87. obligated to have the vehicle
Gather the following information: repaired with Genuine GM parts,
Managing the Vehicle Damage
even if your insurance coverage
. Driver name, address, and Repair Process does not pay the full cost.
telephone number In the event that the vehicle requires If another party's insurance
. Driver license number damage repairs, GM recommends company is paying for the repairs,
. that you take an active role in its you are not obligated to accept a
Owner name, address, and
repair. If you have a pre-determined repair valuation based on that
telephone number
repair facility of choice, take the insurance company's collision policy
. Vehicle license plate number vehicle there, or have it towed there. repair limits, as you have no
. Vehicle make, model, and Specify to the facility that any contractual limits with that company.
model year required replacement collision parts In such cases, you can have control
be original equipment parts, either of the repair and parts choices as
. Vehicle Identification new Genuine GM parts or recycled
Number (VIN) long as the cost stays within
original GM parts. Remember, reasonable limits.
. Insurance company and policy recycled parts will not be covered by
number the GM vehicle warranty.
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Publication Ordering Current and Past Models Radio Frequency
Information Service manuals and customer Statement
literature are available for many
Service Manuals This vehicle has systems that
current and past model year GM
operate on a radio frequency that
Service manuals have the diagnosis vehicles.
complies with Part 15/Part 18 of the
and repair information on the To order, call 1-800-551-4123 Federal Communications
engine, transmission, axle, Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Commission (FCC) rules and with
suspension, brakes, electrical eastern time Innovation, Science and Economic
system, steering system, body, etc. Development (ISED) Canada's
For credit card orders only (VISA,
Customer Literature MasterCard, or Discover), see RSP-100 / license-exempt RSS's /
Helm, Inc. at: www.helminc.com. ICES-001.
Owner’s manuals are written
specifically for owners and are To order by mail, write to: Operation is subject to the following
intended to provide basic two conditions:
Helm, Incorporated
operational information about the Attention: Customer Service 1. The device may not cause
vehicle. The owner’s manual 47911 Halyard Drive harmful interference.
includes the Maintenance Schedule Plymouth, MI 48170 2. The device must accept any
for all models.
Make checks payable in U.S. funds. interference received, including
Customer literature publications interference that may cause
available for purchase include undesired operation of the
owner’s manuals, warranty device.
manuals, infotainment manuals, and
Changes or modifications to any of
portfolios. Portfolios include an
these systems by other than an
owner’s manual, warranty manual,
authorized service facility could void
infotainment manual, if applicable,
authorization to use this equipment.
and zip lock bag or pouch.
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Reporting Safety However, NHTSA cannot Reporting Safety Defects
become involved in individual to the Canadian
Defects problems between you, your
dealer, or General Motors.
Government
Reporting Safety Defects If you live in Canada, and you
To contact NHTSA, you may call
to the United States the Vehicle Safety Hotline believe that the vehicle has a
Government toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 safety defect, notify Transport
(TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to Canada immediately, and notify
If you believe that your vehicle General Motors of Canada
has a defect which could cause http://www.safercar.gov; or
write to: Company. Call Transport
a crash or could cause injury or Canada at 1-800-333-0510;
death, you should immediately Administrator, NHTSA go to:
inform the National Highway 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E.
Traffic Safety Administration Washington, D.C. 20590 www.tc.gc.ca/recalls (English)
(NHTSA) in addition to notifying www.tc.gc.ca/rappels (French)
You can also obtain other
General Motors. or write to:
information about motor
If NHTSA receives similar vehicle safety from Transport Canada
complaints, it may open an http://www.safercar.gov. Motor Vehicle Safety Directorate
investigation, and if it finds Defect Investigations and
that a safety defect exists in a Recalls Division
group of vehicles, it may order a 80 Noel Street
recall and remedy campaign. Gatineau, QC J8Z 0A1
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Reporting Safety Defects Vehicle Data Event Data Recorders
to General Motors Recording and This vehicle is equipped with an
In addition to notifying NHTSA (or event data recorder (EDR). The
Transport Canada) in a situation like
Privacy main purpose of an EDR is to
this, notify General Motors. The vehicle has a number of record, in certain crash or near
computers that record information crash-like situations, such as an air
In the U.S., call 1-800-521-7300, bag deployment or hitting a road
about the vehicle’s performance and
or write: obstacle, data that will assist in
how it is driven. For example, the
Buick Customer Assistance Center vehicle uses computer modules to understanding how a vehicle’s
P.O. Box 33136 monitor and control engine and systems performed. The EDR is
Detroit, MI 48232–5136 transmission performance, to designed to record data related to
monitor the conditions for airbag vehicle dynamics and safety
In Canada, call 1-800-263-3777 systems for a short period of time,
(English) or 1-800-263-7854 deployment and deploy them in a
crash, and, if equipped, to provide typically 30 seconds or less. The
(French), or write: EDR in this vehicle is designed to
antilock braking to help the driver
General Motors of Canada control the vehicle. These modules record such data as:
Company may store data to help the dealer . How various systems in your
Customer Care Centre, technician service the vehicle. vehicle were operating;
Mail Code: CA1-163-005 Some modules may also store data
1908 Colonel Sam Drive . Whether or not the driver and
about how the vehicle is operated,
Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 such as rate of fuel consumption or passenger safety belts were
average speed. These modules may buckled/fastened;
In Mexico, call 01-800-200-28425 or
01-800-466-0818. retain personal preferences, such as . How far (if at all) the driver was
radio presets, seat positions, and depressing the accelerator and/
In other Central America and temperature settings. or brake pedal; and,
Caribbean Countries, call
52-722-236-0680. . How fast the vehicle was
traveling.
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These data can help provide a GM will not access these data or OnStar Terms and Conditions and
better understanding of the share it with others except: with the Privacy Statement on the OnStar
circumstances in which crashes and consent of the vehicle owner or, website.
injuries occur. if the vehicle is leased, with the See OnStar Additional Information
Note consent of the lessee; in response 0 372.
to an official request by police or
EDR data are recorded by your similar government office; as part of
vehicle only if a non-trivial crash GM's defense of litigation through Infotainment System
situation occurs; no data are the discovery process; or, as If the vehicle is equipped with a
recorded by the EDR under normal required by law. Data that GM navigation system as part of the
driving conditions and no personal collects or receives may also be infotainment system, use of the
data (e.g., name, gender, age, and used for GM research needs or may system may result in the storage of
crash location) are recorded. be made available to others for destinations, addresses, telephone
However, other parties, such as law research purposes, where a need is numbers, and other trip information.
enforcement, could combine the shown and the data is not tied to a See the infotainment manual for
EDR data with the type of specific vehicle or vehicle owner. information on stored data and for
personally identifying data routinely
deletion instructions.
acquired during a crash
investigation. OnStar
To read data recorded by an EDR, If the vehicle is equipped with
special equipment is required, and OnStar and has an active service
access to the vehicle or the EDR is plan, additional data may be
needed. In addition to the vehicle collected through the OnStar
manufacturer, other parties, such as system. This includes information
law enforcement, that have the about the vehicle’s operation;
special equipment, can read the collisions involving the vehicle; the
information if they have access to use of the vehicle and its features;
the vehicle or the EDR. and, in certain situations, the
location and approximate GPS
speed of the vehicle. Refer to the
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OnStar OnStar Overview information about you and your
vehicle, including location
information. See OnStar User
Terms, Privacy Statement, and
OnStar Overview
Software Terms for more details
OnStar Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . 370
including system limitations at
OnStar Services www.onstar.com (U.S.) or
Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 371 www.onstar.ca (Canada).
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 372 The OnStar system status light is
= Voice Command Button next to the OnStar buttons. If the
OnStar Additional Information
OnStar Additional Q Blue OnStar Button status light is:
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 372 > Red Emergency Button . Solid Green: System is ready.
This vehicle may be equipped with a . Flashing Green: On a call.
comprehensive, in-vehicle system . Red: Indicates a problem.
that can connect to an OnStar
Advisor for Emergency, Security, . Off: System is off. Press Q
Navigation, Connections, and twice to speak with an OnStar
Diagnostics Services. OnStar Advisor.
services may require a paid service
plan and data plan. OnStar requires Press Q or call 1-888-4ONSTAR
the vehicle battery and electrical (1-888-466-7827) to speak to an
system, cellular service, and GPS Advisor.
satellite signals to be available and Functionality of the Voice Command
operating. OnStar acts as a link to button may vary by vehicle and
existing emergency service region.
providers. OnStar may collect
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Press = to: Press Q to connect to an OnStar Services
. Open the OnStar app on the Advisor to:
infotainment display. See the . Verify account information or Emergency
infotainment manual for update contact information. Emergency Services require an
information on how to use the . Get driving directions. active safety and security plan. With
OnStar app. Automatic Crash Response, built-in
. Receive a Diagnostic check of
Or the vehicle's key operating sensors can automatically alert a
. Make a call, end a call, systems. specially trained OnStar Advisor
or answer an incoming call. who is immediately connected in to
. Receive Roadside Assistance. the vehicle to help.
. Give OnStar Hands-Free Calling . Manage Wi-Fi Settings, Press > for a priority connection to
voice commands. if equipped. an OnStar Advisor who can contact
. Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn
Navigation voice commands. Press > to get a priority connection emergency service providers, direct
to an OnStar Advisor available them to your exact location, and
. Obtain and customize the Wi-Fi 24/7 to: relay important information.
hotspot name or SSID and With OnStar Crisis Assist, specially
password, if equipped. . Get help for an emergency.
trained Advisors are available
. Be a Good Samaritan or 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to
respond to an AMBER Alert. provide a central point of contact,
. Get assistance in severe assistance, and information during a
weather or other crisis situations crisis.
and find evacuation routes. With Roadside Assistance, Advisors
can locate a nearby service provider
to help with a flat tire, a battery
jump, or an empty gas tank.
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Security OnStar Additional Reactivation for Subsequent
Owners
If equipped, OnStar provides these Information
services: Press Q and follow the prompts to
. With Stolen Vehicle Assistance, In-Vehicle Audio Messages speak to an Advisor as soon as
OnStar Advisors can use GPS to Audio messages may play important possible. The Advisor will update
pinpoint the vehicle and help information at the following times: vehicle records and explain OnStar
authorities quickly recover it. or connected service options.
. Prior to vehicle purchase.
. With Remote Ignition Block, Press Q to set up an account. How OnStar Service Works
if equipped, OnStar can block Automatic Crash Response,
the engine from being restarted. . After change in ownership and
at 90 days. Emergency Services, Crisis Assist,
. With Stolen Vehicle Slowdown, Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Remote
if equipped, OnStar can work Transferring Service Services, Roadside Assistance, and
with law enforcement to Hands-Free Calling are available on
gradually slow the vehicle down. Press Q to request account transfer most vehicles. Not all OnStar
eligibility information. The Advisor services are available everywhere
Theft Alarm Notification can cancel or change account or on all vehicles. For more
If equipped, if the doors are locked information. information, a full description of
and the vehicle alarm sounds, a Selling/Transferring the OnStar services, system limitations,
notification by text, e-mail, or phone Vehicle and OnStar User Terms, Privacy
call will be sent. If the vehicle is Statement, and Software Terms:
stolen, an OnStar Advisor can work Call 1-888-4ONSTAR
. Call 1-888-4ONSTAR
with authorities to recover the (1-888-466-7827) immediately to
terminate your OnStar or connected (1-888-466-7827).
vehicle.
services if the vehicle is disposed . See www.onstar.com (U.S.).
of, sold, transferred, or if the . See www.onstar.ca (Canada).
lease ends.
. Call TTY 1-877-248-2080.
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. Press Q to speak with an to the vehicle in a crash, or wireless access to all OnStar services,
Advisor. phone network congestion or except Virtual Advisor and OnStar
jamming — may prevent service. Turn-by-Turn Navigation.
OnStar or connected services
cannot work unless the vehicle is in See Radio Frequency Statement OnStar Personal Identification
a place where OnStar has an 0 366. Number (PIN)
agreement with a wireless service Services for People with A PIN is needed to access some
provider for service in that area. The Disabilities OnStar services. The PIN will need
wireless service provider must also
Advisors provide services to help to be changed the first time when
have coverage, network capacity,
with physical disabilities and speaking with an Advisor. To
reception, and technology
medical conditions. change the OnStar PIN, contact an
compatible with OnStar or
connected services. Service OnStar Advisor by pressing Q or
involving location information about Press Q to help: calling 1-888-4ONSTAR.
the vehicle cannot work unless GPS . Locate a gas station with an Warranty
signals are available, unobstructed, attendant to pump gas.
and compatible with the OnStar OnStar equipment may be
. Find a hotel, restaurant, etc.,
hardware. OnStar or connected warranted as part of the vehicle
that meets accessibility needs. warranty.
services may not work if the OnStar
equipment is not properly installed . Provide directions to the closest
or it has not been properly hospital or pharmacy in urgent Languages
maintained. If equipment or software situations. The vehicle can be programmed to
is added, connected, or modified, respond in multiple languages.
TTY Users
OnStar or connected services may Press Q and ask for an Advisor.
not work. Other problems beyond OnStar has the ability to Advisors are available in English,
the control of OnStar — such as communicate to deaf, Spanish, and French. Available
hills, tall buildings, tunnels, weather, hard-of-hearing, or speech-impaired languages may vary by country.
electrical system design and customers while in the vehicle. The
architecture of the vehicle, damage available dealer-installed TTY
system can provide in-vehicle
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374 OnStar
Potential Issues A temporary loss of GPS can cause to function properly. These systems
loss of the ability to send a may not operate if the battery is
OnStar cannot perform Remote
Turn-by-Turn Navigation route. The discharged or disconnected.
Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle
Advisor may give a verbal route or
Assistance after the vehicle has Add-on Electrical Equipment
may ask for a call back after the
been off continuously for 10 days
vehicle is driven into an open area. The OnStar system is integrated
without an ignition cycle. If the
vehicle has not been started for into the electrical architecture of the
Cellular and GPS Antennas vehicle. Do not add any electrical
10 days, OnStar can contact
Roadside Assistance or a locksmith Cellular reception is required for equipment. See Add-On Electrical
to help gain access to the vehicle. OnStar to send remote signals to Equipment 0 262. Added electrical
the vehicle. Do not place items over equipment may interfere with the
Global Positioning or near the antenna to prevent operation of the OnStar system and
System (GPS) blocking cellular and GPS signal cause it to not operate.
reception.
. Obstruction of the GPS can Vehicle Software Updates
occur in a large city with tall Unable to Connect to OnStar OnStar or GM may remotely deliver
buildings; in parking garages; Message software updates or changes to the
around airports; in tunnels and
If there is limited cellular coverage vehicle without further notice or
underpasses; or in an area with
or the cellular network has reached consent. These updates or changes
very dense trees. If GPS signals
maximum capacity, this message may enhance or maintain safety,
are not available, the OnStar
may come on. Press Q to try the security, or the operation of the
system should still operate to
call again or try again after driving a vehicle or the vehicle systems.
call OnStar. However, OnStar
few miles into another cellular area. Software updates or changes may
could have difficulty identifying
affect or erase data or settings that
the exact location.
Vehicle and Power Issues are stored in the vehicle, such as
. In emergency situations, OnStar OnStar Hands-Free Calling name
OnStar services require a vehicle
can use the last stored GPS tags, saved navigation destinations,
electrical system, wireless service,
location to send to emergency or pre-set radio stations. Neither
and GPS satellite technologies to be
responders. OnStar nor GM is responsible for
available and operating for features
any affected or erased data or
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settings. These updates or changes the privacy of any information sent above copyright notice and this
may also collect personal via wireless cellular communications permission notice appear in all
information. Such collection is cannot be assured. Third parties copies.
described in the OnStar privacy may unlawfully intercept or access THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED
statement or separately disclosed at transmissions and private “AS IS,” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF
the time of installation. These communications without consent. ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR
updates or changes may also cause IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT
a system to automatically OnStar - Software
Acknowledgements LIMITED TO THE WARRANTIES
communicate with GM servers to OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS
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system status, identify whether libcurl and unzip software and other AND NONINFRINGEMENT OF
updates or changes are available, third party software. Below are the THIRD PARTY RIGHTS. IN NO
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either OnStar or GM may remotely WHETHER IN AN ACTION OF
deliver them to the vehicle. www.onstar.com/us/en/
CONTRACT, TORT OR
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Privacy
COPYRIGHT AND PERMISSION OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION
The complete OnStar Privacy WITH THE SOFTWARE OR THE
NOTICE
Statement may be found at USE OR OTHER DEALINGS IN
www.onstar.com (U.S.), Copyright (c) 1996 - 2010, Daniel THE SOFTWARE.
or www.onstar.ca (Canada). We Stenberg, <daniel@haxx.se>.
recommend that you review it. If you Except as contained in this notice,
All rights reserved. the name of a copyright holder shall
have any questions, call
1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) Permission to use, copy, modify, not be used in advertising or
and distribute this software for any otherwise to promote the sale, use
or press Q to speak with an
purpose with or without fee is
Advisor. Users of wireless
hereby granted, provided that the
communications are cautioned that
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without prior written authorization of Antoine Verheijen, Paul von Behren, to this condition is redistribution
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For the purposes of this copyright including commercial applications, ports with new graphical
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378 Connected Services

Connected Connected Services OnStar app on the infotainment
display. For other vehicles press =
Services Navigation as follows.
Navigation requires a specific Cancel Route

Connected Services OnStar or connected service plan. 1. Press =. System responds:
Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 378
Press Q to receive Turn-by-Turn “OnStar ready,” then a tone.
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 379
Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 381 directions or have them sent to the 2. Say “Cancel route.” System
vehicle’s navigation screen, responds: “Do you want to
if equipped. cancel directions?”
Turn-by-Turn Navigation 3. Say “Yes.” System responds:
“OK, request completed, thank
1. Press Q to connect to an you, goodbye.”
Advisor.
Route Preview
2. Request directions to be
downloaded to the vehicle. 1. Press =. System responds:
3. Follow the voice-guided “OnStar ready,” then a tone.
commands. 2. Say “Route preview.” System
responds with the next three
Using Voice Commands maneuvers.
During a Planned Route
Repeat
Functionality of the Voice Command
button, if equipped, may vary by 1. Press =. System responds:
vehicle and region. For some “OnStar ready,” then a tone.
vehicles, press = to open the
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2. Say “Repeat.” System See www.onstar.com (U.S.) or Wi-Fi Hotspot (If Equipped)
responds with the last direction www.onstar.ca (Canada). The vehicle may have a built-in
given, then responds with Wi-Fi hotspot that provides access
“OnStar ready,” then a tone. Connections to the Internet and web content at
Get My Destination The following services help with 4G LTE speed. Up to seven mobile
staying connected. devices can be connected. A data
1. Press =. System responds: plan is required. Use the in-vehicle
“OnStar ready,” then a tone. For coverage maps, see controls only when it is safe to
www.onstar.com (U.S.) or do so.
2. Say “Get my destination.” www.onstar.ca (Canada).
System responds with the 1. To retrieve Wi-Fi hotspot
address and distance to the Ensuring Security information, press = to open
destination, then responds with . Change the default passwords the OnStar app on the
“OnStar ready,” then a tone. for the Wi-Fi hotspot and infotainment display, then
Send Destination to Vehicle myBuick mobile application. select Wi-Fi Hotspot. On some
Make these passwords different vehicles, touch Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi
Directions can be sent to the from each other and use a Settings on the screen.
vehicle’s navigation screen, combination of letters, numbers,
if equipped. 2. The Wi-Fi settings will display
and symbols to increase the
the Wi-Fi hotspot name (SSID),
Press Q, then ask the Advisor to security.
password, and on some
download directions to the vehicle’s . Change the default name of the vehicles, the connection type
navigation system, if equipped. After SSID (Service Set Identifier). (no Internet connection, 3G,
the call ends, the navigation screen This is your network’s name that 4G, 4G LTE), and signal quality
will provide prompts to begin driving is visible to other wireless (poor, good, excellent).
directions. Routes that are sent to devices. Choose a unique name
the navigation screen can only be 3. To change the SSID or
and avoid family names or
canceled through the navigation vehicle descriptions. password, press Q or call
system. 1-888-4ONSTAR to connect
with an Advisor. On some
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380 Connected Services

vehicles, the SSID and . Check the vehicle’s fuel level, oil power locks are required. Data rates
password can be changed in life, or tire pressure, apply. See www.onstar.com for
the Wi-Fi Hotspot menu. if factory-equipped with the Tire details and system limitations.
After initial set-up, your vehicle’s Pressure Monitor System.
Remote Services
Wi-Fi hotspot will connect . Send destinations to the vehicle.
automatically to your mobile Contact an OnStar Advisor to
. Locate the vehicle on a map unlock the doors or sound the horn
devices. Manage data usage by (U.S. market only).
turning Wi-Fi on or off on your and flash the lamps.
mobile device, by using the myBuick . Turn the vehicle's Wi-Fi hotspot
Marketplace
mobile app, or by contacting an on/off, manage settings, and
OnStar Advisor. On some vehicles, monitor data consumption, OnStar Advisors can provide offers
Wi-Fi can also be managed from the if equipped. from restaurants and retailers on
Wi-Fi Hotspot menu. . your route, help locate hotels,
Locate a dealer and schedule
or book a room. These services
MyBuick Mobile App (If Available) service.
vary by market.
Download the myBuick mobile app . Request roadside assistance.
OnStar Hands-Free Calling
to compatible Apple and Android . Set a parking reminder with pin
smartphones. Buick users can drop, take a photo, make a note, Make and receive calls with the
access the following services from a and set a timer. built-in wireless calling service,
smartphone: which requires available minutes.
. Connect with Buick on social Functionality of the Voice Command
. Remotely start/stop the vehicle, media. button may vary by vehicle and
if factory-equipped.
Features are subject to change. For region. For some vehicles, press =
. Lock/unlock doors, if equipped myBuick mobile app information and to open the OnStar app on the
with automatic locks. compatibility, see my.buick.com. infotainment display, then select
. Activate the horn and lamps. An active OnStar or connected Hands-Free calling. For other
service plan may be required. vehicles press = as follows.
A compatible device,
factory-installed remote start, and
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Make a Call 2. Say “My number.” System
responds: “Your OnStar
1. Press =. System responds: Hands-Free Calling number is,”
“OnStar ready.” then says the number.
2. Say “Call.” System responds:
End a Call
“Call. Please say the name or
number to call.” Press =. System responds: “Call
3. Say the entire number without ended.”
pausing, including a “1” and the
Verify Minutes and Expiration
area code. System responds:
“OK, calling.” Press = and say “Minutes” then
Calling 911 Emergency “Verify” to check how many minutes
remain and their expiration date.
1. Press =. System responds:
“OnStar ready.” Diagnostics
2. Say “Call.” System responds: By monitoring and reporting on the
“Call. Please say the name or vehicle’s key systems, OnStar
number to call.” Advanced Diagnostics, if equipped,
3. Say “911” without pausing. provides a way to keep up on
System responds: “911.” maintenance. Capabilities vary by
model. See www.onstar.com for
4. Say “Call.” System responds: details and system limitations.
“OK, dialing 911.” Features are subject to change. For
updates on feature capabilities, see
Retrieve My Number
my.buick.com. Message and data
1. Press =. System responds: rates may apply.
“OnStar ready.”
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Airbag System (cont'd)
Index A
Accessories and Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . . . . 84
Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265 Airbags
Accessory Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203 Adding Equipment to the
Adaptive Cruise Control . . . . . . . . 223 Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Add-On Electrical Equipment . . . 262 Passenger Status Indicator . . . 137
Additional Information Readiness Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 372 Servicing Airbag-Equipped
Additional Maintenance Vehicles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347 System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Adjustments Alarm
Lumbar, Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine . . . . . . . 272 Alert
Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . .174, 178 Lane Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243
Air Filter, Passenger Side Blind Zone (SBZA) . . . . . . 243
Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181 All-Season Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180 All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . .214, 281
Airbag System Antilock Brake System (ABS) . . . 215
Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
How Does an Airbag Appearance Care
Restrain? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330
Passenger Sensing System . . . . 89 Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 335
What Makes an Airbag Assistance Program,
Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Roadside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 360
What Will You See after an Assistance Systems for
Airbag Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
When Should an Airbag Assistance Systems for
Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Parking and Backing . . . . . . . . . . 233
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Index 383
Auto Stop Braking (cont'd) Cargo
Stop/Start System . . . . . . . . . . . . 201 Automatic Forward . . . . . . . . . . . 239 Management System . . . . . . . . . .116
Automatic Braking System Caution, Danger, and Warning . . . . 2
Dimming Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Front Pedestrian (FPB) . . . . . . . 241 Center Console Storage . . . . . . . . 116
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Break-In, New Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 198 Chains, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315
Forward Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239 Bulb Replacement Charging
Headlamp System . . . . . . . . . . . . 167 Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285 Wireless . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208 Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285 Charging System Light . . . . . . . . . 137
Transmission Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . 271 License Plate Lamps . . . . . . . . . 285 Check
Automatic Transmission Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 311 Engine Light (Malfunction
Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213 Indicator) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
C
Child Restraints
B Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Infants and Young Children . . . . . 96
Battery California
Lower Anchors and Tethers
Exterior Lighting Battery Perchlorate Materials
for Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265
Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Load Management . . . . . . . . . . . . 171 California
Securing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110, 112
Power Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 Proposition
Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Battery - North America . . . .280, 324 65 Warning . . . . . . . . . .264, 280, 324,
Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287
Blade Replacement, Wiper . . . . . 282 Back Cover
Cleaning
Brake Canadian Vehicle Owners . . . . . . . . 2
Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330
Parking, Electric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215 Capacities and
Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 335
System Warning Light . . . . . . . . 140 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 354
Climate Control Systems
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278 Carbon Monoxide
Dual Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
Antilock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215 Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207
Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217 Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279 Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Cluster, Instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
Collision Damage Repair . . . . . . . 363
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384 Index
Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . 323 Customer Assistance (cont'd) Door (cont'd)
Compartments Text Telephone (TTY) Power Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115 Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 359 Drive Belt Routing, Engine . . . . . . 355
Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Customer Information Drive Systems
Connected Services Publications Ordering All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . 214, 281
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 379 Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 366 Driver Assistance Systems . . . . . 232
Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 381 Customer Satisfaction Driver Information
Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 378 Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356 Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . .146, 149
Connections Driver Mode Control . . . . . . . . . . . . 220
D
Connected Services . . . . . . . . . . 379 Driving
Damage Repair, Collision . . . . . . . 363
Control Assistance Systems . . . . . . . . . . 237
Danger, Warning, and Caution . . . . 2
Traction and Electronic Characteristics and
Data Collection
Stability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218 Towing Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . 369
Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184 Defensive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 369
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Drunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
Data Recorders, Event . . . . . . . . . 368
Coolant For Better Fuel Economy . . . . . . . 27
Daytime Running
Engine Temperature Gauge . . 135 Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . 192
Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .174, 178 If the Vehicle is Stuck . . . . . . . . . 194
Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272 Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Courtesy Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169 Off-Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Diagnostics
Courtesy Transportation Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . 185
Connected Services . . . . . . . . . . 381
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 362 Vehicle Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Distracted Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221 Wet Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191
Dome Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145 Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Door
Cruise Control, Adaptive . . . . . . . . 223 Dual Automatic Climate
Ajar Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . 359
Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Offices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 358
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E Engine (cont'd) Fluid
Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . 215 Oil Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 271
Electric Parking Brake Light . . . . 140 Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279
Electrical Equipment, Power Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277
Add-On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262 Running While Parked . . . . . . . . 208 Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Electrical System Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 Forward Automatic Braking . . . . . 239
Engine Compartment Fuse Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170 Forward Collision Alert
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287 Equipment, Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257 (FCA) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . 287 Event Data Recorders . . . . . . . . . . 368 Frequency Statement
Instrument Panel Fuse Exit Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171 Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 366
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290 Extended Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207 Front Pedestrian Braking
Overload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286 Extender, Seat Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 (FPB) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241
Rear Compartment Fuse Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . . . 164 Front Seats
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292 Exterior Lamps Off Reminder . . . 166 Heated and Ventilated . . . . . . . . . . 67
Emergency Exterior Lighting Battery Fuel
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 371 Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
Engine Economy Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
F
Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272 Filling a Portable Fuel
Features
Check Light (Malfunction Container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Indicator) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
Filter,
Compartment Overview . . . . . . . 267 Foreign Countries . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
Engine Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . 272
Coolant Temperature Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . 144
Flashers, Hazard Warning . . . . . . 168
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272 Prohibited Fuels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247
Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316
Drive Belt Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . 355 Recommended . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247
Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317
Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207 Top Tier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247
Floor Mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 338
Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202
Oil Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270
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386 Index
Fuses GM Mobility Reimbursement Hill Start Assist (HSA) . . . . . . . . . . 217
Engine Compartment Fuse Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 360 Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287 Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
H
Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . 287 How to Wear Seat Belts
Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . 168
Instrument Panel Fuse Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290 HVAC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .174, 178
Headlamps
Rear Compartment Fuse
Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285 I
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167 Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199
G Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 285 Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Garage Door Opener . . . . . . . . . . . 161 Daytime Running Indicator
Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161 Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167 Pedestrian Ahead . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Gas Strut(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284 Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166 Vehicle Ahead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Gauges High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . 145 Infants and Young Children,
Engine Coolant High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . 166 Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Lamps On Reminder . . . . . . . . . 145 Information
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Heated Publication Ordering . . . . . . . . . . 366
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . . 369
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Heated and Ventilated Front Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . 53
Warning Lights and Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Heater
J
General Information Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202
Jump Starting - North
Service and Maintenance . . . . . 340 Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .174, 178
America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250 High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264 High-Speed Operation . . . . . . . . . . 303
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . . 192
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K LATCH System Lights (cont'd)
Keyless Entry Replacing Parts after a Low Fuel Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Remote (RKE) System . . . . . . . . . 29 Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Seat Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . . . 135
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 LATCH, Lower Anchors and Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Tethers for Children . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Service Electric Parking
L Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
LED Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285
Labeling, Tire Sidewall . . . . . . . . . . 296
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 StabiliTrak OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Lamps
Lighting Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Courtesy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170 Traction Control System
Daytime Running (DRL) . . . . . . 167
Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171 (TCS)/StabiliTrak . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Dome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Illumination Control . . . . . . . . . . . 169 Traction Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Exterior Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285 Locks
Exterior Lamps Off
Lights Automatic Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Airbag Readiness . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Antilock Brake System Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
(ABS) Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
License Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285
Brake System Warning . . . . . . . 140 Power Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Malfunction Indicator
Charging System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
(Check Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Check Engine (Malfunction Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Indicator) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . . . 144
Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145 Lower Anchors and Tethers
Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . . . 243
Door Ajar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 for Children (LATCH
Lane Departure
Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . 140 System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Warning (LDW) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245
Engine Oil Pressure . . . . . . . . . . 144 Lumbar Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) . . . . . . . . 245
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166 Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Lane Keep Assist Light . . . . . . . . . 141
High-Beam On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . 166
Lane Keep Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
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388 Index
M Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220 Outlets
Maintenance Driver Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220 Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352 Monitor System, Tire Overheating, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . 276
Maintenance and Care Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304
P
Additional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347
N Park
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . 342 Navigation Shifting Into . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204
Recommended Fluids and Connected Services . . . . . . . . . . 378 Shifting Out of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204
Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350 New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . . . . 198 Park Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233
Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . . 138 Parking
Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213 O
Brake and P (Park)
Memory Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Mechanism Check . . . . . . . . . . 281
Memory Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Extended . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207
Messages Off-Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Over Things That Burn . . . . . . . 207
Engine Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Parking or Backing
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
Assistance Systems . . . . . . . . . . 233
Vehicle Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 Oil
Passenger Airbag Status
Mirror Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Rear Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . 270
Passenger Compartment Air
Mirrors Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
Automatic Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Older Children, Restraints . . . . . . . 95
Passenger Sensing System . . . . . 89
Automatic Dimming Online Owner Center . . . . . . . . . . . 359
Pedestrian Ahead Indicator . . . . . 142
Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 369
Perchlorate Materials
Convex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 OnStar Additional
Requirements, California . . . . . . 265
Folding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 372
Personalization
Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 OnStar Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . 371
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 OnStar Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 370
Power
Tilt in Reverse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 OnStar Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 372
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Mirrors, Interior Rearview . . . . . . . . 53
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Index 389
Power (cont'd) Rear Window Washer/Wiper . . . . 123 Restraints
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Rearview Mirrors Where to Put . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Automatic Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Retained Accessory
Protection, Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Power (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
Retained Accessory (RAP) . . . 203 Recommended Reverse Tilt Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247 Roads
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Recommended Fluids and Driving, Wet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191
Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . . . . 80 Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350 Roadside Assistance
Privacy Records Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 360
Vehicle Data Recording . . . . . . . 368 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352 Roof
Program Recreational Vehicle Towing . . . . 327 Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Courtesy Transportation . . . . . . 362 Reimbursement Program, Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Prohibited Fuels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247 GM Mobility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 360 Rotation, Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309
Proposition Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Routing, Engine Drive Belt . . . . . . 355
65 Warning, System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Running the Vehicle While
California . . . . . . . . . . . .264, 280, 324, Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
Back Cover Replacement Parts
S
Publication Ordering Airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Safety Defects Reporting
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 366 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 351
Canadian Government . . . . . . . . 367
Replacing Airbag System . . . . . . . . 94
R General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 368
Replacing LATCH System
Radio Frequency Statement . . . . 366 U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . 367
Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Reading Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169 Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Replacing Seat Belt System
Rear Camera Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Rear Climate Control System . . . 178 Scheduling Appointments . . . . . . . 362
Reporting Safety Defects
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Canadian Government . . . . . . . . 367
Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 368
Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . . 233 Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . 367
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390 Index
Seat Belts (cont'd) Service (cont'd) Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200
How to Wear Seat Belts Maintenance Records . . . . . . . . 352 Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 Maintenance, General Heated Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 340 Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Parts Identification Label . . . . . 353 Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Replacing after a Crash . . . . . . . . 81 Scheduling Appointments . . . . . 362 Stop/Start System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Use During Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . 80 Service Electric Parking Storage Areas
Seats Brake Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 Cargo Management System . . .116
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Services Center Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
Heated and Ventilated Front . . . . 67 Special Application . . . . . . . . . . . 347 Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115
Heated, Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Servicing the Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . .118
Lumbar Adjustment, Front . . . . . . 63 Shifting Sunglasses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204 Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . . 115
Power Adjustment, Front . . . . . . . 63 Out of Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204 Struts
Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) . . . 243 Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Signals, Turn and Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Third Row Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Lane-Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168 Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Securing Child Spare Tire Sunglass Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110, 112 Compact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323 Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Security Special Application Services . . . . 347 Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145 Specifications and System
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 372 Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 354 Forward Collision
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Alert (FCA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
Vehicle Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 StabiliTrak Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173, 369
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181 OFF Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 Roof Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118
Accessories and Start Assist, Hill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217 Systems
Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265 Start Vehicle, Remote . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Driver Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232
Doing Your Own Work . . . . . . . . 265 Starter Switch Check . . . . . . . . . . . 281
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T Tires (cont'd) Transportation Program,
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 314 Courtesy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 362
Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . 359 When It Is Time for New Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Theft-Deterrent Systems . . . . . . . . . 50 Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310 Turn and Lane-Change
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296 Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Third-Row Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Top Tier Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247
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Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Tow/Haul Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214
Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . 312
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295 Towing
Universal Remote System . . . . . . 161
All-Season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296 Driving Characteristics . . . . . . . . 250
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . .311 Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257
Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315 General Information . . . . . . . . . . 250
Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317 Recreational Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 327
Compact Spare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323 Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254 V
Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298 Trailer Sway Control (TSC) . . . 261 Vehicle
Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312 Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327 Alarm System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
If a Tire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . . . 316 Traction Canadian Owners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309 Control System Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302, 303 (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light . . . . . . 143 Identification Number (VIN) . . . 353
Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Pressure Monitor Operation . . 305 Traction Control/Electronic Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Pressure Monitor System . . . . . 304 Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218 Personalization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309 Trailer Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296 Sway Control (TSC) . . . . . . . . . . 261 Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Terminology and Definitions . . 299 Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254 Speed Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Uniform Tire Quality Transmission Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327
Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312 Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208 Vehicle Ahead Indicator . . . . . . . . 142
Wheel Alignment and Tire Fluid, Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271
Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314
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392 Index
Vehicle Care Windshield (cont'd)
Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302 Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Vehicle Data Recording and Winter
Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 368 Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Ventilation, Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180 Winter Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296
Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . . . 282
Wipers
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Rear Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Warning
Wireless Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Brake System Light . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Caution and Danger . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Lane Departure (LDW) . . . . . . . 245
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Warnings
Hazard Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277
Wheels
Alignment and Tire Balance . . 314
Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312
Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314
When It Is Time for New
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310
Where to Put the Restraint . . . . . 100
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Windshield
Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 283
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Climate Touch Screen Controls

Driver Information l or g : Press to move up or

The power outlets are:

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Power Seat Adjustment

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