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Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Keys, Doors, and Windows . . . . . 25
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Instruments and Controls . . . . . . 103
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . 152
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . . 191
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238
Service and Maintenance . . . . . 320
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 333
Customer Information . . . . . . . . . 337
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . 347
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 351
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 361
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2 Introduction

Introduction This manual describes features that


may or may not be on the vehicle
Helm, Incorporated
Attention: Customer Service
because of optional equipment that 47911 Halyard Drive
was not purchased on the vehicle, Plymouth, MI 48170
model variants, country USA
specifications, features/applications
that may not be available in your Using this Manual
region, or changes subsequent to
the printing of this owner manual. To quickly locate information about
the vehicle, use the Index in the
The names, logos, emblems, Refer to the purchase back of the manual. It is an
slogans, vehicle model names, and documentation relating to your alphabetical list of what is in the
vehicle body designs appearing in specific vehicle to confirm the manual and the page number where
this manual including, but not limited features. it can be found.
to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET,
the CHEVROLET Emblem, and Keep this manual in the vehicle for
TRAX are trademarks and/or quick reference. About Driving the Vehicle
service marks of General Motors As with other vehicles of this type,
LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, Canadian Vehicle Owners failure to operate this vehicle
or licensors. A French language manual can be correctly may result in loss of
For vehicles first sold in Canada, obtained from your dealer, at control or an accident. Be sure to
substitute the name General www.helminc.com, or from: read the driving guidelines in this
Motors of Canada Company for manual in the section called
Chevrolet Motor Division wherever it Propritaires Canadiens Driving and Operating and
appears in this manual. On peut obtenir un exemplaire de specifically Driver Behavior 0 192,
ce guide en franais auprs du Driving Environment 0 192, and
concessionnaire ou l'adresse Vehicle Design 0 192.
suivante:
Litho in U.S.A.

Part No. 23389483 A First Printing 2016 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved.
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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. For more
labels and in this manual describe information on the symbol, refer to
hazards and what to do to avoid or the Index.
reduce them. A circle with a slash through it is a
safety symbol which means Do
9 : Airbag Readiness Light
{ Danger Not, Do not do this, or Do not let # : Air Conditioning
this happen. ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS)
Danger indicates a hazard with a
high level of risk which will result Symbols % : AudioSteering Wheel Controls
in serious injury or death. or OnStar (if equipped)
The vehicle has components and
labels that use symbols instead of $ : Brake System Warning Light
text. Symbols are shown along with " : Charging System
{ Warning the text describing the operation or I : Cruise Control
information relating to a specific
Warning indicates a hazard that component, control, message, ` : Do Not Puncture
could result in injury or death. gauge, or indicator. ^ : Do Not Service
M : Shown when the owner B : Engine Coolant Temperature
manual has additional instructions
Caution or information. O : Exterior Lamps
* : Shown when the service _ : Flame/Fire Prohibited
Caution indicates a hazard that
could result in property or vehicle
manual has additional instructions # : Fog Lamps
or information.
damage. . : Fuel Gauge
0 : Shown when there is more + : Fuses
information on another page
see page.
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4 Introduction

3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Changer
j : LATCH System Child Restraints
* : Malfunction Indicator Lamp
: : Oil Pressure
P : Power
/ : Remote Vehicle Start
> : Safety Belt Reminders
7 : Tire Pressure Monitor
d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak
a : Under Pressure
M : Windshield Washer Fluid
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In Brief 5

In Brief Portable Audio Devices . . . . . . . .


Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
19
19
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . 19
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Instrument Panel Driver Information
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Initial Drive Information Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . . . 8 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Lane Departure
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Warning (LDW) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Side Blind Zone
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Alert (SBZA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . 21
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Second Row Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Parking Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . 12 Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Performance and Maintenance
Passenger Sensing System . . . 13 Traction Control/Electronic
Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . 14 Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . . . 23
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 E85 or FlexFuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . . 16 Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . . 24
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Driving for Better Fuel
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Vehicle Features Roadside Assistance
Radio(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
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6 In Brief

Instrument Panel
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1. Air Vents 0 188. 12. Parking Brake 0 219. 23. Hood Release. See
2. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn 13. USB Port 0 165. Hood 0 241.
and Lane-Change 14. Climate Control 24. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 146.
Signals 0 148. Systems 0 186. Instrument Panel Illumination
Headlamp High/Low-Beam 15. Traction Control/Electronic Control 0 149.
Changer 0 146. Stabilty Control Button. See Front Fog Lamps 0 148 (If
3. Instrument Cluster 0 111. Traction Control/Electronic Equipped).
4. Windshield Wiper/ Stability Control 0 221.
Washer 0 105. 16. Ignition Positions (Key Access)
Rear Window Wiper/ 0 203 or Ignition Positions
Washer 0 106. (Keyless Access) 0 205.

5. Light Sensor. See Automatic 17. Steering Wheel Controls 0 104.


Headlamp System 0 147. 18. Horn 0 105.
6. Infotainment 0 152. 19. Steering Wheel
7. Lane Departure Warning Adjustment 0 104.
(LDW) 0 231 (If Equipped). 20. Cruise Control 0 223 (If
8. Hazard Warning Equipped).
Flashers 0 148. Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
9. Power Outlets 0 109. System 0 228 (If Equipped).

10. Passenger Safety Belt 21. Instrument Panel Storage 0 99


Reminder Light. See Safety (If Equipped).
Belt Reminders 0 114. 22. Data Link Connector (DLC)
11. Shift Lever. See Automatic (Out of View). See Malfunction
Transmission 0 214 or Manual Indicator Lamp (Check Engine
Transmission 0 216. Light) 0 116.
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8 In Brief

Initial Drive
Information
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 owners manual.

Remote Keyless Entry Key Access Keyless Access


(RKE) System Press the key release button to Press the key release button to
The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) extend the key blade. The key can release the key. The key can be
transmitter may work up to 30 m be used for the ignition and all used for all locks.
(98 ft) away from the vehicle. locks. K : Press to unlock the driver door
or all doors, depending on the
vehicle personalization settings.
If equipped, the locking fuel door will
also unlock. The hazard warning
flashers may flash.
Q : Press to lock the doors, and,
if equipped, the locking fuel door.
Lock and unlock feedback can be
personalized. See Vehicle
Personalization 0 137.
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7 : If equipped, press and hold When the vehicle starts, the parking Keyless Access
briefly to initiate vehicle locator. lamps will turn on. The RKE transmitter must be within
Press and hold for at least Remote start can be extended. 1 m (3 ft) of the door being opened.
three seconds to sound the panic
alarm. Press again to cancel the Canceling a Remote Start Press the button on the door handle
panic alarm. to open. See Keyless Access
To cancel a remote start, do one of Operation under Remote Keyless
See Keys (Keyless Access) 0 27 or the following: Entry (RKE) System Operation
Keys (Key Access) 0 25 and (Keyless Access) 0 31 or Remote
. Press and hold / until the
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Keyless Entry (RKE) System
System Operation (Keyless Access) parking lamps turn off.
Operation (Key Access) 0 28.
0 31 or Remote Keyless Entry . Turn on the hazard warning
(RKE) System Operation (Key flashers. Liftgate
Access) 0 28. . Turn the vehicle on and then off.
Remote Vehicle Start See Remote Vehicle Start 0 36.
If equipped, the engine can be Door Locks
started from outside of the vehicle.
To lock or unlock the doors from the
Starting the Vehicle outside:
1. Press and release Q on the . Press K or Q on the Remote
RKE transmitter. Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
2. Immediately press and hold / See Remote Keyless Entry
for at least four seconds or until (RKE) System Operation
the turn signal lamps flash. (Keyless Access) 0 31 or
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
Start the vehicle normally after
System Operation (Key
entering.
Access) 0 28.
. Use the key in the driver door.
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10 In Brief

To open the liftgate, press K on the Windows Seat Adjustment


door lock switch or on the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to Manual Seats
unlock all doors, then use the touch
pad on the liftgate.
The liftgate may also be opened
while the vehicle is locked by
pressing the touch pad while the
RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of
the rear of the vehicle.
Press Q on the door lock switch or
on the RKE transmitter to lock the
liftgate.
See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Press or pull the switch to open or
System Operation (Keyless Access) close the window. See Power
0 31 or Remote Keyless Entry Windows 0 47. To adjust a manual seat:
(RKE) System Operation (Key 1. Pull the handle at the front of
The switches work when the vehicle
Access) 0 28. the seat.
is in ON/RUN or ACC/
See Liftgate 0 40. ACCESSORY, or when Retained 2. Slide the seat to the desired
Accessory Power (RAP) is active. position and release the
See Retained Accessory Power handle.
(RAP) 0 210.
3. Try to move the seat back and
forth to be sure it is locked in
place.
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Height Adjustment Power Seats Lumbar Adjustment

Manual Seat Shown, Power Seat


If available, move the lever up or To adjust the power driver seat, Similar
down to manually raise or lower if available:
the seat. If available, press the front or rear of
. Move the seat forward or the switch to increase or decrease
See Seat Adjustment 0 53. rearward by sliding the control lumbar support. Release the switch
forward or rearward. when the desired level of support is
. Raise or lower the front part of reached.
the seat cushion by moving the See Lumbar Adjustment 0 54.
front of the control up or down.
. Raise or lower the entire seat by
moving the rear of the control up
or down.
See Power Seat Adjustment 0 54.
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12 In Brief

Reclining Seatbacks To return the seatback to an upright Heated Seats


position:
1. Lift the lever fully without
applying pressure to the
seatback, and the seatback
returns to the upright position.
2. Push and pull on the seatback
to make sure it is locked.
See Reclining Seatbacks 0 55.

Second Row Seats


The rear seatbacks can be folded
Manual Seat Shown, Power Seat down to increase cargo space.
Similar If available, the controls are on the
See Rear Seats 0 58.
To recline the seatback: climate control panel. To operate,
the engine must be running.
1. Lift the lever.
Press M or L to heat the driver or
If necessary, move the safety
passenger seat.
belt out of the way to access
the lever. See Heated Front Seats 0 56.
2. Move the seatback to the
desired position, then release Head Restraint
the lever to lock the seatback Adjustment
in place. Do not drive until the head restraints
3. Push and pull on the seatback for all occupants are installed and
to make sure it is locked. adjusted properly.
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To achieve a comfortable seating . How to Wear Safety Belts other airbag is affected by the
position, change the seatback Properly 0 62. passenger sensing system. See
recline angle as little as necessary . Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 63. Passenger Sensing System 0 74.
while keeping the seat and the head The passenger airbag status
restraint height in the proper . Lower Anchors and Tethers for
Children (LATCH System) 0 86. indicator will be visible on the
position. instrument panel when the vehicle is
See Head Restraints 0 52 and Seat started. See Passenger Airbag
Adjustment 0 53. Passenger Sensing Status Indicator 0 115.
System
Safety Belts Mirror Adjustment
Exterior Mirrors

United States

Refer to the following sections for Canada


important information on how to use The passenger sensing system
safety belts properly: To adjust the mirrors:
turns off the front outboard
. Safety Belts 0 61. passenger frontal airbag and knee 1. Turn the selector switch to L
airbag under certain conditions. No (Left) or R (Right) to choose
the driver or passenger mirror.
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2. Move the control to adjust the Steering Wheel Interior Lighting


mirror.
Adjustment Front and Rear Dome Lamps
3. Turn the selector switch to (
to deselect the mirror.
Interior Mirror
Adjustment
Adjust the rearview mirror to get a
clear view of the area behind the
vehicle.
Manual Rearview Mirror
If equipped, push the tab forward for
daytime use and pull it for nighttime
use to avoid the glare of headlamps
from behind. See Manual Rearview To adjust the steering wheel: The front dome lamp controls are in
Mirror 0 46. 1. Pull the lever down. the overhead console.
Automatic Dimming Rearview 2. Move the steering wheel up, ( : Press to turn the lamps off,
Mirror down, forward, and backward. even when a door is open.
If equipped, automatic dimming 3. Pull the lever up to lock the H : When the button is returned to
reduces the glare of headlamps steering wheel in place. the middle position, the lamps turn
from behind. The dimming feature on automatically when a door is
comes on when the vehicle is Do not adjust the steering wheel opened.
started. while driving.
' : Press to turn on the dome
See Automatic Dimming Rearview lamps.
Mirror 0 46.
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Reading Lamps Exterior Lighting

The exterior lamp control is on the


The rear dome lamp controls are in instrument panel to the left of the
the headliner above the rear seats. steering column.
9 : Press to turn the lamps off, The front reading lamps are in the There are four positions:
even when a door is open. overhead console.
O : Turns the exterior lamps off.
H : When the button is returned to # or $ : Press to turn each lamp
on or off. AUTO : Turns the exterior lamps on
the middle position, the lamps turn and off automatically depending on
on automatically when a door is For more information about outside lighting.
opened. interior lighting, see Instrument
Panel Illumination Control 0 149 or ; : Turns on the parking lamps
R : Press to turn on the dome lamps. Courtesy Lamps 0 149. including all lamps, except the
headlamps.
5 : Turns on the headlamps
together with the parking lamps and
instrument panel lights. A warning
chime sounds if the driver door is
opened when the ignition switch is
off and the headlamps are on.
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# : If equipped with fog lamps, OFF : The rear wiper turns off when
press to turn the lamps on or off. the button is returned to the middle
position.
See:
INT : Press the lower portion of the
. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 146. button to set a delay between
. Daytime Running Lamps wipes.
(DRL) 0 147. m= : Push the windshield wiper
INT : Move the lever up to INT for
. Front Fog Lamps 0 148. lever forward to spray washer fluid
intermittent wipes, then turn the x on the rear window. The lever
Windshield Wiper/Washer INT band up for more frequent returns to its starting position when
wipes or down for less frequent released.
wipes.
See Windshield Wiper/Washer
OFF : Use to turn the wipers off. 0 105 and Rear Window Wiper/
1X : For a single wipe, briefly move Washer 0 106, If Equipped.
the wiper lever down. For several
wipes, hold the wiper lever down. Climate Controls
b : Pull the windshield wiper lever If equipped with these climate
The windshield wiper/washer lever toward you to spray windshield control systems, the heating,
is located on the right side of the washer fluid and activate the wipers. cooling, and ventilation can be
steering column. controlled for the vehicle.
Rear Window Wiper/Washer
Move the lever to one of the
following positions: The rear wiper/washer controls are
on the end of the windshield wiper
HI : Use for fast wipes. lever.
LO : Use for slow wipes. ON : Press the upper portion of the
button for continuous rear window
wipes.
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Transmission
Driver Shift Control (DSC)

Climate Control System with Climate Control System with


Heater and Air Conditioning Heater Only
1. Temperature Control 1. Temperature Control
2. Fan Control 2. Fan Control DSC allows you to shift an
3. Air Delivery Mode Control 3. Air Delivery Mode Control automatic transmission similar to a
manual transmission. To use the
4. Driver and Passenger Heated 4. Rear Window Defogger DSC feature:
Seats See Climate Control Systems 0 186. 1. Move the shift lever from
5. Recirculation D (Drive) rearward to
6. Rear Window Defogger M (Manual).
7. Air Conditioning 2. Press the + (plus) end of the
button on the side of the shift
lever to upshift, or press the
(minus) end of the button to
downshift.
See Manual Mode 0 215.
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Manual Transmission Up-Shift Light Vehicle Features


Radio(s)
O : Press to turn the system on.
Press and hold to turn the system
off. Turn to increase or decrease the
volume.
If the vehicle has a manual g : Press and release to go to the
transmission, it may have an previous station, channel, or track.
up-shift light that indicates when to Press and hold to fast seek the next
shift to the next higher gear for the track or strongest previous station
best fuel economy. or channel.
See Manual Transmission 0 216. d : Press and release to go to the
To engage R (Reverse), with the next station, channel, or track.
vehicle stationary, pull up on the Press and hold to fast seek the next
button on the selector lever and track or strongest station or
engage the gear. If the gear does channel.
not engage, set the lever in Neutral,
release the clutch pedal, and apply Source : Touch to choose between
it again; then repeat gear selection. available sources.
See Manual Transmission 0 216. Menu : Touch to choose between
available menus.
S or T : Touch to view saved
favorite stations or channels.
See Overview 0 154.
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Satellite Radio Portable Audio Devices Steering Wheel Controls


If equipped, a SiriusXM satellite This vehicle has a 3.5 mm (1/8 in)
radio tuner and a valid SiriusXM auxiliary input and two USB ports.
satellite radio subscription can One in the center stack and one in
receive SiriusXM programming. the center console. External devices
such as iPods, MP3 players, and
SiriusXM Satellite Radio USB storage devices may be
Service connected.
SiriusXM is a satellite radio service See Auxiliary Devices 0 171 and
based in the 48 contiguous United USB Port 0 165.
States and 10 Canadian provinces.
SiriusXM satellite radio has a wide Bluetooth
variety of programming and
commercial-free music, coast to The Bluetooth system allows users
coast, and in digital-quality sound. with a Bluetooth-enabled mobile Some audio steering wheel controls
A fee is required to receive the phone to make and receive could differ depending on the
SiriusXM service. hands-free calls using the vehicle vehicle's options. Some audio
audio system and controls. steering wheel controls can be
Refer to:
The Bluetooth-enabled mobile adjusted at the steering wheel.
. www.siriusxm.com or call
1-888-601-6296 (U.S.).
phone must be paired with the b / g : Press to interact with the
in-vehicle Bluetooth system before it available Bluetooth or OnStar
. www.siriusxm.ca or call can be used in the vehicle. Not all systems.
1-877-438-9677 (Canada). phones will support all functions.
$ / i : Press to decline an
See Satellite Radio 0 163. See Bluetooth (Infotainment incoming call, to end speech
Controls Radio with Touchscreen) recognition, or to end a current call.
0 177 or Bluetooth (Infotainment Press to silence the vehicle
Controls Radio without speakers while using the
Touchscreen) 0 173 or Bluetooth infotainment system. Press again to
(Overview) 0 171. turn the sound on.
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For vehicles with OnStar or Cruise Control SET/ : Move the thumbwheel down
Bluetooth systems, press to reject briefly to set the speed and activate
an incoming call, or end a cruise control. If cruise control is
current call. already active, use to decrease
_ SRC ^ : Press to select an audio speed.
source. n : Press to disengage cruise
Toggle up or down to select the next control without erasing the set
or previous favorite radio station, speed from memory.
CD/MP3 track, USB file, iPod/ See Cruise Control 0 223.
iPhone song or Bluetooth music.
Toggle and hold up or down to fast Driver Information
forward or reverse the radio Center (DIC)
stations, CD/MP3 tracks, USB files,
If equipped, the DIC display is in the
iPod/iPhone songs, or Bluetooth
If equipped with the cruise control instrument cluster. It shows the
music.
system: status of many vehicle systems. The
+ x : Press + or to increase or o : Press to turn the cruise control controls for the DIC are on the turn
decrease the volume. signal lever.
system on and off. A white indicator
See Steering Wheel Controls 0 104. comes on in the instrument cluster
when cruise is turned on.
RES/+ : If there is a set speed in
memory, move the thumbwheel up
briefly to resume to that speed or
hold upward to accelerate. If cruise
control is already active, use to 1. SET/CLR: Press to set or clear
increase vehicle speed. the menu item displayed.
2. w / x : Use to scroll through
the menus.
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3. MENU: Press to display the Lane Departure Rear Vision


DIC menus. This button is also
used to return to or exit the last
Warning (LDW) Camera (RVC)
screen displayed on the DIC. If equipped, LDW may help avoid If equipped, RVC displays a view of
See Driver Information Center unintentional lane departures at the area behind the vehicle, on the
(DIC) 0 125. speeds of 56 km/h (35 mph) or infotainment display, when the
greater. LDW uses a camera sensor vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse).
to detect the lane markings. The
Forward Collision Alert See Rear Vision Camera
LDW light, @, is green if a lane (RVC) 0 225.
(FCA) System marking is detected. If the vehicle
If equipped, FCA may help avoid or departs the lane without using a turn Rear Cross Traffic Alert
reduce the harm caused by signal in that direction, the light will
front-end crashes. FCA provides a change to amber and flash. In (RCTA) System
green indicator, V, when a vehicle addition, beeps will sound. If equipped, the RCTA system uses
is detected ahead. This indicator See Lane Departure Warning a triangle with an arrow displayed
displays amber if you follow a (LDW) 0 231. on the infotainment screen to warn
vehicle much too closely. When of traffic behind your vehicle that
approaching a vehicle ahead too may cross your vehicle's path while
Side Blind Zone in R (Reverse). In addition, beeps
quickly, FCA provides a red flashing
alert on the windshield and rapidly
Alert (SBZA) will sound.
beeps. If equipped, SBZA will detect See Rear Cross Traffic Alert
See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) moving vehicles in the next lane (RCTA) under Rear Vision Camera
System 0 228. over in the vehicle's side blind zone (RVC) 0 225.
area. When this happens, the SBZA
display will light up in the Parking Assist
corresponding outside side mirror
and will flash if the turn signal is on. If equipped, Rear Parking Assist
(RPA) uses sensors on the rear
See Side Blind Zone Alert bumper to assist with parking and
(SBZA) 0 230. avoiding objects while in
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R (Reverse). It operates at speeds Sunroof Open/Close (Manual Mode) :


less than 8 km/h (5 mph) and uses Press and hold D (1) to open the
audible beeps to provide distance
sunroof. Press and hold g (1) to
and system information.
close the sunroof. Release the
Keep the sensors on the vehicle's switch to stop the movement.
rear bumper clean to ensure proper
operation. Tilt Switch
See Parking Assist 0 227. Vent : Press and hold E (2) to vent
the sunroof. Press and hold g (2)
Power Outlets to close the sunroof vent.
The accessory power outlets can be The sunshade opens automatically
used to plug in electrical equipment, with the sunroof, but must be
such as a cell phone or MP3 player. manually closed.
The vehicle may have accessory If equipped, the sunroof only The sunroof will not operate if the
power outlets: operates when the ignition is on or vehicle has an electrical failure.
. On the center stack. Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is
The sunroof has an automatic
active. See Retained Accessory
. On the rear of the center stack, reversal system feature. See
Power (RAP) 0 210.
if equipped. Sunroof 0 49.
Slide Switch
See Power Outlets 0 109.
Express-Open/Express Close :
Press and release D (1) to
express-open the sunroof. Press
and release g (1) to
express-close the sunroof. Press
the switch again to stop the
movement.
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Performance and . Press g again to turn on both The low tire pressure warning light
systems. may come on in cool weather when
Maintenance the vehicle is first started, and then
See Traction Control/Electronic turn off as the vehicle is driven. This
Stability Control 0 221.
Traction Control/ may be an early indicator that the
tire pressures are getting low and
Electronic Stability Tire Pressure Monitor the tires need to be inflated to the
Control This vehicle may have a Tire proper pressure.
If equipped, the traction control Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). The TPMS does not replace normal
system limits wheel spin. The monthly tire maintenance. Maintain
system is on when the vehicle is the correct tire pressures.
started.
See Tire Pressure Monitor
If equipped, the StabiliTrak system System 0 287.
assists with directional control of the
vehicle in difficult driving conditions. Fuel
The system is on when the vehicle
is started. The low tire pressure warning light
. To turn off traction control, press alerts to a significant loss in
pressure of one of the vehicle's
and release g on the center tires. If the warning light comes on,
stack. i illuminates in the stop as soon as possible and inflate
instrument cluster. the tires to the recommended
pressure shown on the Tire and
. Press and release g again to Loading Information label. See Regular Fuel
turn traction control back on. Vehicle Load Limits 0 199. The Use only unleaded gasoline rated
. To turn off both Traction Control warning light will remain on until the 87 octane or higher in your vehicle.
and StabiliTrak, press and tire pressure is corrected. Do not use gasoline with an octane
rating lower as it may result in
hold g until g and i illuminate
vehicle damage and lower fuel
in the instrument cluster.
economy. See Fuel 0 233.
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E85 or FlexFuel Resetting the Oil Life System . Always follow posted speed
limits or drive more slowly when
1. Display : % on the DIC. See conditions require.
Driver Information Center
(DIC) 0 125. . Keep vehicle tires properly
inflated.
2. Press and hold SET/CLR on
the DIC for more than . Combine several trips into a
five seconds. The oil life will single trip.
No E85 or FlexFuel change to 100%. . Replace the vehicle's tires with
See Engine Oil Life System 0 248. the same TPC Spec number
Gasoline-ethanol fuel blends greater molded into the tire's sidewall
than E15 (15% ethanol by volume), near the size.
such as E85, cannot be used in this Driving for Better Fuel
vehicle. Economy . Follow recommended scheduled
maintenance.
Driving habits can affect fuel
Engine Oil Life System mileage. Here are some driving tips Roadside Assistance
The engine oil life system calculates to get the best fuel economy
engine oil life based on vehicle use possible. Program
and displays the : % CHANGE . Avoid fast starts and accelerate U.S.: 1-800-243-8872
message on the Driver Information smoothly. TTY Users (U.S. Only):
Center (DIC) when it is necessary to . Brake gradually and avoid 1-888-889-2438
change the engine oil and filter.
abrupt stops. Canada: 1-800-268-6800
The oil life system should be reset . Avoid idling the engine for long
to 100% only following an oil New Chevrolet owners are
periods of time. automatically enrolled in the
change.
. When road and weather Roadside Assistance Program.
conditions are appropriate, use See Roadside Assistance
cruise control. Program 0 341.
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Keys, Doors, and Immobilizer Operation (Key


Access) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Keys and Locks
Windows Immobilizer Operation (Keyless
Access) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Keys (Key Access)
Exterior Mirrors { Warning
Keys and Locks Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Keys (Key Access) . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Keys (Keyless Access) . . . . . . . . 27 Leaving children in a vehicle with
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 the ignition key is dangerous and
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 children or others could be
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Interior Mirrors seriously injured or killed. They
System Operation (Key Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . 46 could operate the power windows
Access) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . 46 or other controls or make the
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Automatic Dimming Rearview vehicle move. The windows will
System Operation (Keyless Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 function with the keys in the
Access) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 ignition, and children or others
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . 36 Windows could be caught in the path of a
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 closing window. Do not leave
Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
children in a vehicle with the
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
ignition key.
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . 39 Roof
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Doors
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Vehicle Security
Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Vehicle Alarm System . . . . . . . . . 42
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
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Warning (Continued)
impacted, and airbags may not
deploy. To reduce the risk of
unintentional rotation of the
ignition key, do not change the
way the ignition key and Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter,
if equipped, are connected to the
provided key rings.

If the vehicle is equipped with a Interference from radio-frequency


{ Warning keyed igntion, the ignition key, key identification (RFID) tags may
rings, and RKE transmitter, prevent the key from starting the
If the key is unintentionally
if equipped, are designed to work vehicle. Keep RFID tags away from
rotated while the vehicle is together. As a system, it reduces the key when starting the vehicle.
running, the ignition could be the risk of unintentionally moving
moved out of the RUN position. the key out of the RUN position. The key that is part of the Remote
This could be caused by heavy If replacements or additions are Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter can
items hanging from the key ring, required, see your dealer. Limit be used for the ignition and all
or by large or long items attached added items to a few essential keys locks.
to the key ring that could be or small, light items no larger than
contacted by the driver or an RKE transmitter.
steering wheel. If the ignition
moves out of the RUN position,
the engine will shut off, braking
and steering power assist may be
(Continued)
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If locked out of the vehicle, see


Roadside Assistance
Program 0 341.
With an active OnStar subscription,
an OnStar Advisor may remotely
unlock the vehicle. See OnStar
Overview 0 351.

Keys (Keyless Access)

{ Warning
Press the key release button on the Leaving children in a vehicle with
RKE transmitter to extend the key a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
blade. Press the button and the key transmitter is dangerous and
blade to retract the key. children or others could be
The key code is stamped on the key seriously injured or killed. They
number plate and can be used to could operate the power windows
make new keys at any dealer. Store or other controls or make the
this information in a safe place vehicle move. The windows will
outside the vehicle. function with the RKE transmitter
If it becomes difficult to turn the key in the vehicle, and children or
in the ignition, inspect the key blade others could be caught in the path
for debris. Periodically clean with a of a closing window. Do not leave
brush or pick. children in a vehicle with an RKE The key that is part of the Remote
transmitter. Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter can
See your dealer if a new key is
needed. be used for all locks.
Press the key release button on the
RKE transmitter to release the key.
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The key code is stamped on the key . Check the location. Other
number plate and can be used to vehicles or objects may be
make new keys at any dealer. Store blocking the signal.
this information in a safe place . Check the transmitter's battery.
outside the vehicle. See Battery Replacement later
See your dealer if a new key is in this section.
needed. . If the transmitter is still not
If locked out of the vehicle, see working correctly, see your
Roadside Assistance dealer or a qualified technician
Program 0 341. for service.
With an active OnStar subscription,
an OnStar Advisor may remotely Remote Keyless Entry
The following may be available:
unlock the vehicle. See OnStar (RKE) System Operation
Overview 0 351. Q : Press to lock all doors and,
(Key Access) if equipped, the locking fuel door.
Remote Keyless Entry The RKE transmitter may work up to The hazard warning lamps may
30 m (98 ft) away from the vehicle. flash and/or the horn may sound on
(RKE) System
Other conditions can affect the the second press to indicate locking.
See Radio Frequency performance of the transmitter. See See Vehicle Personalization 0 137.
Statement 0 347. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
If the driver door is open when Q is
If there is a decrease in the Remote System 0 28.
pressed and enabled through
Keyless Entry (RKE) operating
vehicle personalization, all doors will
range:
lock and then the driver door will
. Check the distance. The immediately unlock. See Vehicle
transmitter may be too far from Personalization 0 137.
the vehicle.
Pressing Q may also arm the alarm
system. See Vehicle Alarm
System 0 42.
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K : Press to unlock the driver door. / : If equipped, press Q and then 2. Turn the key to LOCK/OFF and
remove the key.
Press again within five seconds to press and hold / to start the
unlock all doors.The RKE engine from outside the vehicle 3. Quickly, within five seconds,
transmitter can be programmed to using the RKE transmitter. See insert the second original
unlock all doors on the first button Remote Vehicle Start 0 36. already programmed key in the
press. See Vehicle ignition and turn the key to the
Personalization 0 137. The RKE transmitter buttons will not
ON/RUN position.
operate when the key is in the
The hazard warning lamps may ignition. 4. Turn the key to LOCK/OFF,
flash to indicate unlocking. See and remove the key.
Vehicle Personalization 0 137. Programming Keys to the
Vehicle 5. Insert the new key to be
Pressing K will disarm the alarm programmed and turn it to the
system. See Vehicle Alarm System Only RKE keys programmed to this ON/RUN position within
vehicle will work. If a key is lost or five seconds.
0 42. If equipped, pressing K will
stolen, a replacement can be
also unlock the fuel door. The security light will turn off
purchased and programmed through
7 : If equipped, press and hold your dealer. When the replacement once the key has been
briefly to initiate vehicle locator. The key is programmed to this vehicle, programmed.
exterior lamps flash and the horn all remaining keys must also be 6. Repeat Steps 15 if additional
chirps three times. reprogrammed. Any lost or stolen keys are to be programmed.
keys will no longer work once the
Press and hold 7 for at least new key is programmed.
If a key is lost or damaged, see your
three seconds to sound the panic dealer to have a new key made.
alarm. The horn sounds and the Programming with Two Programming without Two
turn signals flash for 30 seconds, Recognized Keys Recognized Keys
or until 7 is pressed again or the To program a new key: Program a new key to the vehicle
key is placed in the ignition and 1. Insert the original, already when a recognized key is not
turned to ACC/ACCESSORY or programmed key in the ignition available. Canadian regulations
ON/RUN. and turn the key to the ON/ require that owners see their dealer.
RUN position.
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If two currently recognized keys are After two keys are learned, the
not available, follow this procedure remaining keys can be learned by
to program the first key. following the procedure in
This procedure will take Programming with Two
approximately 30 minutes to Recognized Keys.
complete for the first key. The Battery Replacement
vehicle must be off and all of the
keys you wish to program must be The battery is not rechargeable. To
with you. replace the battery:
1. Insert the new vehicle key into
the ignition.
Caution
2. Turn to ON/RUN. The security When replacing the battery, do 1. Extend the key blade and open
light will come on. not touch any of the circuitry on the battery cover on the back
3. Wait 10 minutes until the the transmitter. Static from your of the transmitter by prying with
security light turns off. body could damage the a finger.
transmitter.
4. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. 2. Remove the used battery by
pushing on the battery and
5. Repeat Steps 24 two more
sliding it toward the key blade.
times. After the third time, turn
to ON/RUN; the key is learned 3. Insert the new battery, positive
and all previously known keys side facing up. Push the
will no longer work with the battery down until it is held in
vehicle. place. Replace with a CR2032
or equivalent battery.
6. To learn the second key, turn to
OFF, insert the second key to 4. Snap the battery cover back on
be learned, and rotate to to the transmitter.
ON/RUN.
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Remote Keyless Entry Pressing Q may also arm the alarm


(RKE) System Operation system. See Vehicle Alarm
System 0 42.
(Keyless Access)
K : Press to unlock the driver door.
The Keyless Access system allows Press unlock again within
for vehicle entry when the five seconds to unlock all doors.
transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft). See The RKE transmitter can be
Keyless Access Operation later in programmed to unlock all doors on
this section. the first button press. See Vehicle
The RKE transmitter may work up to Personalization 0 137.
30 m (98 ft) away from the vehicle. The hazard warning lamps may
Other conditions can affect the With Remote Start Shown flash to indicate unlocking. See
performance of the transmitter. See Vehicle Personalization 0 137.
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) The following may be available:
System 0 28. Q : Press to lock all doors and, Pressing K will disarm the alarm
if equipped, the locking fuel door. system. See Vehicle Alarm
System 0 42.
The hazard warning lamps may
flash and/or the horn may sound on If equipped K will also unlock the
the second press to indicate locking. fuel door.
See Vehicle Personalization 0 137. 7 : If equipped, press and hold
If a passenger door is open when briefly to initiate vehicle locator. The
lock is pressed, then all doors lock. exterior lamps flash and the horn
chirps three times.
If the driver door is open when Q is
pressed and enabled through Press and hold 7 for at least
vehicle personalization, all doors will three seconds to sound the panic
lock and then the driver door will alarm. The horn sounds and the
unlock. See Vehicle
Personalization 0 137.
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turn signals flash for 30 seconds, Keyless Unlocking/Locking from Pressing the lock/unlock button will
or until 7 is pressed again or the the Driver Door cause all doors to lock if any of the
vehicle is started. When the doors are locked and the following occur:
RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) . It has been more than
/ : If equipped, press Q and then of the driver door handle, pressing five seconds since the first lock/
press and hold / to start the the lock/unlock button on the driver unlock button press.
engine from outside the vehicle door handle will unlock the driver
using the RKE transmitter. See . The lock/unlock button presses
door. If the lock/unlock button is were used to unlock all doors.
Remote Vehicle Start 0 36. pressed again within five seconds,
all passenger doors will unlock. Pull . Any vehicle door has opened
Keyless Access Operation and all doors are now closed.
the door handle to unlatch the door.
The Keyless Access system lets
you lock and unlock the doors and Keyless Unlocking/Locking from
access the liftgate without removing the Passenger Doors
the RKE transmitter from your When the doors are locked and the
pocket, purse, briefcase etc. The RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of
RKE transmitter must be within 1 m the passenger door handle,
(3 ft) of the door being opened. If the pressing the lock/unlock button on
vehicle has this feature, there will be the passenger door handle will
a button on each door handle. unlock all doors.
Keyless Access can be Pressing the lock/unlock button will
programmed to unlock all doors on cause all doors to lock if any of the
the first lock/unlock press from the following occur:
driver door. See Vehicle Driver Side Shown, Passenger . The lock/unlock button was used
Personalization 0 137. to unlock all doors.
Side Similar
. Any vehicle door has opened
and all doors are now closed.
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Passive Locking Temporary Disable of the Passive Programming with Recognized


If equipped with Keyless Access, Locking Feature Transmitters
the vehicle will lock several seconds Temporarily disable passive locking A new transmitter can be
after all doors are closed if the by pressing and holding K on the programmed to the vehicle when
vehicle is off and at least one interior door switch with a door open there are two recognized
transmitter has been removed or for several seconds, or until three transmitters. To program, the vehicle
none remain in the vehicle. chimes are heard. Passive locking must be off and all of the
transmitters, both currently
If equipped with a locking fuel door, will then remain disabled until Q on
the fuel door will also lock at recognized and new, must be
the interior door is pressed, or until with you.
this time. the vehicle is turned on.
If other electronic devices interfere To customize the doors to
with the RKE transmitter signal, the automatically lock when exiting the
vehicle may not detect the RKE vehicle, see Vehicle
transmitter inside the vehicle. Personalization 0 137.
If passive locking is enabled, the
doors may lock with the RKE Programming Transmitters to
transmitter inside the vehicle. Do the Vehicle
not leave the RKE transmitter in an Only RKE transmitters programmed
unattended vehicle. to the vehicle will work. If a
Remote Left in Vehicle Alert transmitter is lost or stolen, a
replacement can be purchased and
When the vehicle is turned off and a programmed through your dealer.
remote is left in the vehicle, the horn The vehicle can be reprogrammed
will chirp three times after all doors 1. Place the two recognized
so that lost or stolen transmitters no transmitters in the front
are closed. longer work. Any remaining cupholder of the center console
To turn on or off see Vehicle transmitters will need to be storage area.
Personalization 0 137. reprogrammed. Each vehicle can
have up to eight transmitters
matched to it.
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2. Insert the vehicle key of the Programming without Recognized The DIC displays will again
new transmitter into the key Transmitters show REMOTE LEARN
lock cylinder on the outside of If two currently recognized PENDING, PLEASE WAIT.
the driver door and turn the key transmitters are not available, follow 3. Repeat Step 2 two additional
to the unlock position five times this procedure to program up to times. After the third time, all
within 10 seconds. eight transmitters. This feature is previously known transmitters
The Driver Information Center not available in Canada. This will no longer work with the
(DIC) displays READY FOR procedure will take approximately vehicle. Remaining transmitters
REMOTE #2, 3, 4 or 5. 30 minutes to complete. The vehicle can be relearned during the
3. Place the new transmitter in must be off and all of the next steps.
the front cupholder. transmitters to be programmed must The DIC display should now
be with you. show READY FOR REMOTE
4. Press ENGINE START/STOP.
When the transmitter is 1. Insert the vehicle key of the # 1.
learned, the DIC will show that transmitter into the key lock
it is ready to program the next cylinder on the outside of the
transmitter. driver door and turn the key to
the unlock position five times
5. Remove the transmitter from within 10 seconds.
the front cupholder and
The Driver Information Center
press K. (DIC) displays REMOTE
To program additional LEARN PENDING,
transmitters, repeat Steps 35. PLEASE WAIT.
When all additional transmitters 2. Wait for 10 minutes until the
are programmed, press and DIC displays PRESS ENGINE
hold ENGINE START/STOP for START BUTTON TO LEARN
12 seconds to exit and then press ENGINE
programming mode. START/STOP. 4. Place the new transmitter in
the front cupholder.
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5. Press ENGINE START/STOP. To start the vehicle:


When the transmitter is Caution
learned, the DIC will show that
it is ready to program the next When replacing the battery, do
transmitter. not touch any of the circuitry on
the transmitter. Static from your
6. Remove the transmitter from body could damage the
the cupholder and press K. transmitter.
To program additional
transmitters, repeat Steps 46. The battery is not rechargeable. To
When all additional transmitters replace the battery:
are programmed, press and
hold ENGINE START/STOP for
10 seconds to exit
programming mode. 1. Place the transmitter in the
front cupholder of the center
Starting the Vehicle with a Low console storage area.
Transmitter Battery
2. With the vehicle in P (Park) or
If the transmitter battery is weak or if N (Neutral), press the brake
there is interference with the signal, pedal and ENGINE
the DIC may display NO REMOTE START/STOP.
KEY WAS DETECTED PLACE KEY
IN TRANSMITTER POCKET THEN Replace the transmitter battery
START YOUR VEHICLE when as soon as possible.
trying to start the vehicle. The Battery Replacement 1. Press the button on the side of
REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE the transmitter and pull the
KEY message may also be Replace the battery if the REPLACE key out.
displayed at this time. See Key and BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY
Lock Messages 0 133. message displays in the DIC. See
Key and Lock Messages 0 133.
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3. Remove the battery by pushing vehicle has heated seats, they may
on the battery and sliding it come on during a remote start. See
toward the bottom of the Heated Front Seats 0 56.
transmitter. Laws in some local communities
4. Insert the new battery, positive may restrict the use of remote
side facing the back cover. starters. For example, some laws
Push the battery down until it is require a person using remote start
held in place. Replace with a to have the vehicle in view. Check
CR2032 or equivalent battery. local regulations for any
5. Snap the battery cover back on requirements.
to the transmitter. Other conditions can affect the
performance of the transmitter. See
2. Separate the two halves of the Remote Vehicle Start Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter using a flat tool System 0 28.
inserted into the area near the The vehicle may have this feature
key slot. that allows you to start the engine Starting the Vehicle
from outside the vehicle. To start the engine using the remote
/ : This button will be on the RKE start feature:
transmitter if the vehicle has remote 1. Press and release Q.
start.
2. Immediately after completing
The climate control system will use
the previous settings during a Step 1, press and hold / for at
remote start. The rear window least four seconds or until the
defogger may come on during a turn signal lamps flash. The
remote start based on cold ambient turn signal lamps flashing
conditions. The rear window confirms the request to remote
defogger indicator light does not start the vehicle has been
come on during a remote start. If the received.
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When the engine starts, the parking The vehicle's ignition must be . The engine coolant temperature
lamps will turn on and remain on as changed to ON/RUN and then back is too high.
long as the engine is running. The to OFF before the remote start . The oil pressure is low.
doors will be locked and the climate procedure can be used again.
control system may come on. . Two remote vehicle starts, or a
Canceling a Remote Start single remote start with an
The engine will continue to run for extension, have already
15 minutes. After 30 seconds, To cancel a remote start, do one of
the following: been used.
repeat the steps if a 15-minute
extension is desired. Remote start . Press and hold / until the . The vehicle is not in P (Park).
can be extended only once. parking lamps turn off.
Extending Engine Run Time
Door Locks
. Turn on the hazard warning
flashers.
The engine run time can also be
extended by another 15 minutes, . Turn the vehicle on and then off.
{ Warning
if during the first 15 minutes Unlocked doors can be
Steps 1 and 2 are repeated while Conditions in Which Remote Start
dangerous.
the engine is still running. An Will Not Work
extension can be requested . Passengers, especially
The remote vehicle start feature will
30 seconds after starting. This children, can easily open
not operate if:
provides a total of 30 minutes. the doors and fall out of a
. The key is in the ignition (Key moving vehicle. When a
The remote start can only be Access) or if a transmitter is in door is locked, the handle
extended once. the vehicle (Keyless Access). will not open it. The chance
When the remote start is extended, . The hood is not closed. of being thrown out of the
the second 15-minute period is vehicle in a crash is
. The hazard warning flashers increased if the doors are
added on to the first 15 minutes for
a total of 30 minutes. are on. not locked. So, all
. The malfunction indicator lamp passengers should wear
A maximum of two remote starts, safety belts properly and the
or a remote start with an extension, is on.
are allowed between ignition cycles. (Continued)
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Warning (Continued)
See Remote Keyless Entry Power Door Locks
(RKE) System Operation
(Keyless Access) 0 31 or
doors should be locked Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
whenever the vehicle is System Operation (Key
driven. Access) 0 28.
. Young children who get into . Use the key in the driver door.
unlocked vehicles may be
unable to get out. A child Keyless Access
can be overcome by The RKE transmitter must be within
extreme heat and can suffer 1 m (3 ft) of the door being opened.
permanent injuries or even
death from heat stroke. Press the button on the door handle
Always lock the vehicle to open. See Keyless Access
whenever leaving it. Operation under Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) System Operation Press Q or K to lock or unlock the
. Outsiders can easily enter (Keyless Access) 0 31 or Remote doors, the liftgate, and if equipped,
through an unlocked door Keyless Entry (RKE) System
when you slow down or stop the locking fuel door.
Operation (Key Access) 0 28.
the vehicle. Locking the
doors can help prevent this Delayed Locking
from happening. This feature delays the actual
locking of the doors until
To lock or unlock the doors from the five seconds after all doors are
outside: closed.
. Press K or Q on the Remote Delayed locking can only be turned
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. on when the Unlocked Door Anti
Lockout feature has been turned off.
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When Q is pressed on the power speed becomes faster than 13 km/h Keyless Access : When locking is
door lock switch with the door open, (8 mph) for manual transmissions, requested with the driver door open
a chime will sound three times the doors will lock. and the vehicle is in ACC/
indicating that delayed locking is To unlock the doors: ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/START,
active. all the doors will lock and then the
. Press K on the power door lock driver door will unlock.
The doors will then lock switch.
automatically five seconds after all If the vehicle is off and locking is
doors are closed. If a door is . Shift the transmission into requested while a door is open,
reopened before five seconds have P (Park) for an automatic when all doors are closed the
elapsed, the five-second timer will transmission. vehicle will check for RKE
reset once all the doors are closed transmitters inside. If an RKE
. Remove the key from the
again. transmitter is detected and the
ignition for a manual number of RKE transmitters inside
Press Q on the door lock switch transmission. has not reduced, the driver door will
again, or press Q on the RKE Automatic door locking cannot be unlock and the horn will sound three
transmitter, to override this feature disabled. Automatic door unlocking times.
and lock the doors immediately. can be programmed. See Vehicle This can be manually overridden by
Personalization 0 137.
Delayed locking can be pressing and holding Q on the
programmed through the Driver Lockout Protection power door lock switch.
Information Center (DIC). See
Key Access : When locking is Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout
Vehicle Personalization 0 137.
requested with the driver door open If Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout is
Automatic Door Locks and the key in the ignition, all the turned on and the vehicle is off, the
doors will lock and then the driver driver door is open, and locking is
When the doors are closed, the door will unlock. selected, all the doors will lock and
ignition is on, and the shift lever is only the driver door will unlock.
moved out of P (Park) for automatic This can be manually overridden by
Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout can be
transmissions, or when vehicle pressing and holding Q on the
power door lock switch.
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turned on or off in vehicle 2. Close the door. Doors


personalization. See Vehicle 3. Do the same for the other
Personalization 0 137. rear door. Liftgate
Safety Locks To open a rear door when the safety
The rear door safety locks prevent
lock is on: { Warning
passengers from opening the rear 1. Unlock the door by activating
Exhaust gases can enter the
doors from inside the vehicle. the inside handle, by using the
power door lock switch, or by vehicle if it is driven with the
Manual Safety Locks using the Remote Keyless liftgate, hatch/trunk open, or with
Entry (RKE) transmitter. any objects that pass through the
seal between the body and the
2. Open the door from the hatch/trunk or liftgate. Engine
outside. exhaust contains carbon
To cancel the safety lock: monoxide (CO) which cannot be
1. Unlock the door and open it seen or smelled. It can cause
from the outside. unconsciousness and even death.
2. Insert the key into the safety If the vehicle must be driven with
lock slot and turn it so the slot the liftgate or hatch/trunk open:
is in the vertical position. Do . Close all of the windows.
the same for the other door.
. Fully open the air outlets on
or under the instrument
If equipped, the safety lock is panel.
located on the inside edge of the . Adjust the climate control
rear doors. To use the safety lock: system to a setting that
1. Insert the key into the safety brings in only outside air
lock slot and turn it so the slot and set the fan speed to the
is in the horizontal position. (Continued)
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See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)


Warning (Continued) System Operation (Keyless Access)
0 31 or Remote Keyless Entry
highest setting. See (RKE) System Operation (Key
Climate Control Systems Access) 0 28.
in the Index.
When closing the liftgate, close from
. If the vehicle is equipped the center to ensure that it fully
with a power liftgate, disable latches.
the power liftgate function.
For more information about
carbon monoxide, see Engine
Exhaust 0 213.
To open the liftgate, press K on the
door lock switch or on the Remote
Caution Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to
unlock all doors, then use the touch
To avoid damage to the liftgate or pad on the liftgate.
liftgate glass, make sure the area The liftgate may also be opened
above and behind the liftgate is while the vehicle is locked by
clear before opening it. pressing the touch pad while the
RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of
the rear of the vehicle.
Press Q on the door lock switch or
on the RKE transmitter to lock the
liftgate.
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Vehicle Security Fast Flash : Vehicle is unsecured.


A door, the liftgate, or the hood
If the driver door is opened without
first unlocking with the RKE
This vehicle has theft-deterrent is open. transmitter, the horn will chirp and
features; however, they do not make the lights will flash to indicate
Slow Flash : Alarm system is
the vehicle impossible to steal. pre-alarm. If the vehicle is not
armed.
started, or the door is not unlocked
Vehicle Alarm System Arming the Alarm System by pressing K on the RKE
This vehicle may be equipped with 1. Turn off the vehicle. transmitter during the 10second
an alarm system. pre-alarm, the alarm will be
2. Lock the vehicle in one of activated.
two ways:
The alarm will also be activated if a
. Use the RKE transmitter. passenger door, the liftgate, or the
. With a door open, press Q hood is opened without first
on the interior of the door. disarming the system. When the
alarm is activated, the turn signals
3. After 30 seconds the alarm flash and the horn sounds for about
system will arm, and the 30 seconds. The alarm system will
indicator light will begin to then re-arm to monitor for the next
slowly flash indicating the unauthorized event.
alarm system is operating.
Pressing Q on the RKE Disarming the Alarm System
transmitter a second time will To disarm the alarm system or turn
An indicator light, on the instrument bypass the 30-second delay off the alarm if it has been activated:
panel near the windshield, indicates and immediately arm the alarm
system. . Press K on the RKE transmitter.
the status of the system:
The vehicle alarm system will not . Start the vehicle.
Off : Alarm system is disarmed.
arm if the doors are locked with
On Solid : Vehicle is secured the key.
during the delay to arm the system.
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Avoid setting off the alarm by Immobilizer Operation The security light in the instrument
accident by locking the vehicle after cluster comes on if there is a
all occupants have left the vehicle
(Key Access) problem with arming or disarming
and all doors are closed. This vehicle has a passive the theft-deterrent system.
To avoid setting off the alarm by theft-deterrent system. When trying to start the vehicle, the
accident: The system does not have to be security light comes on briefly when
. Lock the vehicle after all manually armed or disarmed. the ignition is turned on.
occupants have exited. The vehicle is automatically If the engine does not start and the
. Always unlock the vehicle with immobilized when the key is security light stays on, there is a
the RKE transmitter. removed from the ignition. problem with the system. Turn the
ignition off and try again.
Unlocking the driver door with the The system is automatically
key will not disarm the system or disarmed when the vehicle is If the engine still does not start, and
turn off the alarm. started with the correct key. The key the key appears to be undamaged
uses a transponder that matches an or the light continues to stay on, try
How to Detect a Tamper immobilizer control unit in the another ignition key. If the engine
Condition vehicle and automatically disarms does not start with the other key, the
the system. Only an authorized key vehicle needs service. If the vehicle
If K is pressed on the RKE starts the vehicle. The vehicle may does start, the first key may be
transmitter and the horn chirps and not start if the key is damaged. damaged. See your dealer who can
the lights flash three times, an alarm service the theft-deterrent system
occurred previously while the and have a new key made.
system was armed.
Do not leave the key or device that
disarms or deactivates the
Immobilizer theft-deterrent system in the vehicle.
See Radio Frequency
Statement 0 347.
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Immobilizer Operation vehicle. Only a correctly matched theft-deterrent system and have a
transmitter will start the vehicle. new transmitter programmed to the
(Keyless Access) If the transmitter is ever damaged, vehicle.
This vehicle has a passive you may not be able to start your Do not leave the transmitter or
theft-deterrent system. vehicle. device that disarms or deactivates
The system does not have to be When trying to start the vehicle, the the theft-deterrent system in the
manually armed or disarmed. security light comes on briefly when vehicle.
the ignition is turned on.
The vehicle is automatically
immobilized when the transmitter If the engine does not start and the
leaves the vehicle. security light stays on, there is a
problem with the system. Turn the
The immobilization system is
vehicle off and try again.
disarmed when the ignition button is
pushed in and a valid transmitter is If the RKE transmitter appears to be
found in the vehicle. undamaged, try another transmitter.
Or, you may try placing the
transmitter in the front cupholder.
See Starting the Vehicle with a Low
Transmitter Battery under Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation (Keyless Access) 0 31 or
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
The security light in the instrument System Operation (Key
cluster comes on when there is a Access) 0 28.
problem with arming or disarming If the engine does not start with the
the theft-deterrent system. other transmitter or when the
The system has one or more transmitter in the front cupholder,
transmitters matched to an your vehicle needs service. See
immobilizer control unit in your your dealer who can service the
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Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors Folding Mirrors


Manual Folding Mirrors
Convex Mirrors
If equipped the outside mirrors can
be folded inward to prevent
{ Warning damage. To fold, pull the mirror
A convex mirror can make things, toward the vehicle. Push the mirror
outward to return it to the original
like other vehicles, look farther
position.
away than they really are. If you
cut too sharply into the right lane,
you could hit a vehicle on the
Heated Mirrors
right. Check the inside mirror or 1 : If equipped, press to heat the
glance over your shoulder before mirrors.
changing lanes. See Rear Window Defogger under
To adjust the mirrors:
Climate Control Systems 0 186.
The passenger side mirror is convex 1. Turn the selector switch to L
shaped. A convex mirror's surface is (Left) or R (Right) to choose
curved so more can be seen from the driver or passenger mirror.
the driver seat. 2. Move the control to adjust the
mirror.
3. Turn the selector switch to (
to deselect the mirror.
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Interior Mirrors Automatic Dimming Windows


Rearview Mirror
Interior Rearview Mirrors If equipped, automatic dimming { Warning
Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear reduces the glare of headlamps
from behind. The dimming feature Never leave a child, a helpless
view of the area behind your
comes on when the vehicle is adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle,
vehicle.
started. especially with the windows
If equipped with OnStar, the vehicle closed in warm or hot weather.
may have three control buttons at They can be overcome by the
the bottom of the mirror. See your extreme heat and suffer
dealer for more information about permanent injuries or even death
OnStar and how to subscribe to it. from heat stroke.
See OnStar Overview 0 351.
Do not spray glass cleaner directly
on the mirror. Use a soft towel
dampened with water.

Manual Rearview Mirror


If equipped with a manual rearview
mirror, push the tab forward for
daytime use and pull it for nighttime
use to avoid glare from the
headlamps from behind.

The vehicle aerodynamics are


designed to improve fuel economy
performance. This may result in a
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pulsing sound when either rear Window Lockout


window is down and the front
windows are up. To reduce the
sound, open either a front window
or the sunroof, if equipped.

Power Windows

{ Warning
Children could be seriously
injured or killed if caught in the
path of a closing window. Never The windows work when the vehicle
leave keys in a vehicle with is in ON/RUN, ACC/ACCESSORY,
children. When there are children or when Retained Accessory Power This feature stops the rear door
in the rear seat, use the window (RAP) is active. See Retained passenger window switches from
lockout button to prevent Accessory Power (RAP) 0 210. working.
operation of the windows. See Press or pull the switch to open or
Keys (Keyless Access) 0 27 or Press v to engage the rear window
close the window. lockout feature. The indicator light is
Keys (Key Access) 0 25.
The windows will be temporarily on when engaged.
disabled if the window switches are
used repeatedly within a short time. Press v again to disengage.
Window Express Movement
Express-down/up allows the
windows to be opened or closed
without holding the window switch.
Press the window switch fully down
or pull it up, and quickly release it to
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engage. Briefly press or pull the The window can be closed by Sun Visors
same switch to stop window holding the window switch in the up
movement. position if conditions prevent it from
express closing.
Express Window Obstacle
Detection Programming the Power
The express-up feature will reverse Windows
window movement if it comes in Programming may be necessary if
contact with an object. Extreme cold the vehicle's battery has been
or ice could cause the window to disconnected or discharged. If the
auto-reverse. The window will window is unable to express-up,
operate as normal after the object or program the window: Pull the sun visor down to block
condition is removed. 1. Close all doors. glare. If equipped, detach the sun
Obstacle Detection Override visor from the center mount to pivot
2. Place the ignition in ACC/
to the side window or to extend
ACCESSORY or ON/RUN.
along the rod.
{ Warning 3. Partially open the window to be
If equipped, there is a lighted mirror
programmed, then close it and
If obstacle detection override is on the sun visor. Lift the cover
continue to pull the switch
activated, the window will not to open.
briefly after the window has
reverse automatically. You or fully closed.
others could be injured and the
window could be damaged. 4. Press the power window switch
Before you use obstacle detection until the window is fully open
override, make sure that all and briefly hold.
people and obstructions are clear
of the window path.
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Roof Slide Switch Automatic Reversal System


Express-Open/Express Close : The sunroof/sunshade is equipped
Sunroof Press and release D (1) to with an automatic reversal system
express-open the sunroof. Press that is only active when the sunroof/
and release g (1) to sunshade is being operated in
express-close mode. If an object is
express-close the sunroof. Press
in the path of the sunroof/sunshade
the switch again to stop the
while it is express closing, the
movement.
reversal system will detect the
Open/Close (Manual Mode) : object and stop. In the event of
Press and hold D (1) to open the closing difficulties like frost or other
conditions, it is possible to override
sunroof. Press and hold g (1) to
the reversal system. To override the
close the sunroof. Release the
reversal system, close in manual
switch to stop the movement.
mode. To stop the movement,
Tilt Switch release the switch.

If equipped, the sunroof only Vent : Press and hold E (2) to vent
operates when the ignition is on or the sunroof. Press and hold g (2)
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is to close the sunroof vent.
active. See Retained Accessory
Power (RAP) 0 210. The sunshade opens automatically
with the sunroof, but must be
manually closed.
The sunroof will not operate if the
vehicle has an electrical failure.
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
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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.
If water is seen dripping into the
water drainage system, this is
normal.
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Seats and Replacing Safety Belt System


Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Replacing LATCH System Parts
After a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Restraints Airbag System
Securing Child Restraints (With
the Safety Belt in the
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Rear Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . . . 69 Securing Child Restraints (With
Head Restraints When Should an Airbag
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 the Safety Belt in the
Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Front Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Front Seats What Makes an Airbag
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Power Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . 54 How Does an Airbag
Lumbar Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Restrain? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . 55 What Will You See after an
Front Seat Armrest . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Airbag Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Heated Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Passenger Sensing System . . . 74
Folding Seatback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Servicing the Airbag-Equipped
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Rear Seats Adding Equipment to the
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . . . 78
Rear Seat Armrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Airbag System Check . . . . . . . . . . 79
Replacing Airbag System Parts
Safety Belts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
How to Wear Safety Belts Child Restraints
Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Infants and Young Children . . . . 81
Safety Belt Use During Child Restraint Systems . . . . . . . 83
Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Where to Put the Restraint . . . . . 85
Safety Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Lower Anchors and Tethers for
Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . 66 Children (LATCH System) . . . . 86
Safety Belt Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
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Head Restraints
{ 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
adjusted properly.
Adjust the head restraint so that the The height of the head restraint can
top of the restraint is at the same be adjusted. Pull the head restraint
Front Seats height as the top of the occupant's up to raise it. Try to move the head
The front seats have adjustable head. This position reduces the restraint to make sure that it is
head restraints in the outboard chances of a neck injury in a crash. locked in place.
seating positions. 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
head restraint after the button is
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 until it locks into place. Push and Front Seats
pull on the head restraint to make
The rear seats have head restraints
sure that it is locked.
in the outboard seating positions Seat Adjustment
that can be lowered for better If you are installing a child restraint
visibility when the rear seat is in the rear seat, see Securing a Seat Position
unoccupied. Child Restraint Designed for the
LATCH System under Lower
Anchors and Tethers for Children
{ Warning
(LATCH System) 0 86. 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 lower the head restraint, press


the button, located on the top of the
seatback, and push the head
restraint down.
When an occupant is in the seat,
always return the head restraint to
the upright position. Pull the head
restraint up and push it rearward
To adjust a manual seat:
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1. Pull the handle at the front of Power Seat Adjustment To adjust the lumbar support, see
the seat. Lumbar Adjustment 0 54.
2. Slide the seat to the desired
position and release the Lumbar Adjustment
handle.
3. Try to move the seat back and
forth to be sure it is locked in
place.
Height Adjustment

To adjust the power driver seat,


if available:
. Move the seat forward or Manual Seat Shown, Power Seat
rearward by sliding the control Similar
forward or rearward. If available, press the front or rear of
. Raise or lower the front part of the switch to increase or decrease
the seat cushion by moving the lumbar support. Release the switch
front of the control up or down. when the desired level of support is
reached.
If available, move the lever up or . Raise or lower the entire seat by
down to manually raise or lower moving the rear of the control up
the seat. or down.
To adjust the seatback, see
Reclining Seatbacks 0 55.
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Reclining Seatbacks If necessary, move the safety


Warning (Continued)
belt out of the way to access
the lever.
{ Warning 2. Move the seatback to the
The shoulder belt will not be
against your body. Instead, it will
If either seatback is not locked, it desired position, then release be in front of you. In a crash, you
could move forward in a sudden the lever to lock the seatback could go into it, receiving neck or
stop or crash. That could cause in place. other injuries.
injury to the person sitting there. 3. Push and pull on the seatback
Always push and pull on the The lap belt could go up over
to make sure it is locked.
seatbacks to be sure they are your abdomen. The belt forces
locked. To return the seatback to an upright would be there, not at your pelvic
position: bones. This could cause serious
1. Lift the lever fully without internal injuries.
applying pressure to the For proper protection when the
seatback, and the seatback vehicle is in motion, have the
returns to the upright position. seatback upright. Then sit well
2. Push and pull on the seatback back in the seat and wear the
to make sure it is locked. safety belt properly.

{ Warning
Sitting in a reclined position when
the vehicle is in motion can be
dangerous. Even when buckled
Manual Seat Shown, Power Seat up, the safety belts cannot do
Similar their job.
To recline the seatback: (Continued)
1. Lift the lever.
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There may be an armrest on the


inboard side of the driver seat. To
raise or lower the armrest, push up
or pull down on the armrest.

Heated Front Seats

{ Warning
If you cannot feel temperature
change or pain to the skin, the
seat heater may cause burns. To
Do not have a seatback reclined if reduce the risk of burns, people If available, the controls are on the
the vehicle is moving. with such a condition should use climate control panel. To operate,
care when using the seat heater, the engine must be running.
Front Seat Armrest especially for long periods of
Press M or L to turn the driver or
time. Do not place anything on
the seat that insulates against passenger heated seat on or off.
heat, such as a blanket, cushion, The indicator light on the control
turns on when this feature is on.
cover, or similar item. This may
cause the seat heater to The passenger seat may take
overheat. An overheated seat longer to heat up.
heater may cause a burn or may Remote Start Heated Seats
damage the seat.
If available, the heated seats can be
turned on automatically during a
remote start when it is cold outside.
The heated seats will be canceled
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when the ignition is turned on. Press


the control to use the heated seats Warning (Continued)
after the vehicle is started.
could cause severe injury or even
The heated seat indicator lights do death. Secure objects away from
not turn on during a remote start. the area in which an airbag would
The temperature performance of an inflate. For more information, see
unoccupied seat may be reduced. Where Are the Airbags? 0 69 and
This is normal. Vehicle Load Limits 0 199.
The heated seats will not turn on
during a remote start unless the
heated seat feature is enabled in
the vehicle personalization menu.
{ Warning
3. Lift the lever fully and fold the
See Remote Vehicle Start 0 36 and Things you put on this seatback seatback forward.
Vehicle Personalization 0 137. can strike and injure people in a
If necessary, move the safety
sudden stop or turn, or in a crash.
Folding Seatback belt out of the way to access
Remove or secure all items the lever.
The front passenger seatback may before driving.
4. Continue lowering the seatback
fold flat.
until it is completely folded and
To fold the seatback: locks in place.
{ Warning 1. Lower the head restraint all the To raise the seatback:
If you fold the seatback forward to way. See Head
Restraints 0 52. 1. Lift the lever fully to unlock the
carry longer objects, such as skis, seatback. Then, raise the
be sure any such cargo is not 2. Move the seat as far back as seatback and push it rearward
near an airbag. In a crash, an possible. See Seat until it re-engages.
inflating airbag might force that Adjustment 0 53.
2. Push and pull on the seatback
object toward a person. This
to make sure it is locked in
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{ Warning Rear Seats To fold a seatback down:


1. Make sure the floor area in
If either seatback is not locked, it Folding the Seatback front of the rear seats is clear.
could move forward in a sudden Either side of the seatback can be 2. Fully lower the head restraint.
stop or crash. That could cause folded down for more cargo space. See Head Restraints 0 52.
injury to the person sitting there. Fold a seatback only when the
vehicle is not moving. 3. Slide the front seats forward
Always push and pull on the
and place the front seatbacks
seatbacks to be sure they are in the upright position. See
locked. Caution Seat Adjustment 0 53 and
Folding a rear seat with the safety Reclining Seatbacks 0 55.
belts still fastened may cause
damage to the seat or the safety
belts. Always unbuckle the safety
belts and return them to their
normal stowed position before
folding a rear seat.

Caution
Folding the rear seatback prior to
tilting the seat cushion forward
may damage the rear seat. 4. Pull the strap on the front edge
Always tilt the rear seat cushion of the rear seat cushion to
forward before folding the release the cushion. Tilt the
seatback. seat cushion forward toward
the front of the vehicle.
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The seat cushion must be tilted


forward before the seatback is
folded down. Otherwise, the
seatback will not fold down
properly.

6. Reach under the belt and pull 7. Fold the seatback forward
the lever on top of the seatback and down.
to unlock the seatback.
A tab near the seatback lever
raises when the seatback is
Rear Seat with Retainer Hook on unlocked.
the Seatback
5. Make sure the safety belt is in
the retainer hook on top of the
seatback, if equipped.
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To return the rear seatback to the


Warning (Continued) normal seating position:
injury to the person sitting there.
Always push and pull on the
seatbacks to be sure they are
locked.

{ Warning
A safety belt that is improperly
Safety Belt Clip on Side Trim routed, not properly attached,
8. Place the outboard safety belt or twisted will not provide the
in the safety belt clip (if protection needed in a crash. The Safety Belt Clip on Side Trim
equipped) on the side trim of person wearing the belt could be
seriously injured. After raising the 1. Remove the outboard safety
the vehicle. belt from the safety belt clip (if
rear seatback, always check to be
9. Repeat Steps 18 for the other equipped) on the side trim of
sure that the safety belts are
seatback and seat cushion, the vehicle.
properly routed and attached, and
if desired. 2. Lift the seatback and push it
are not twisted.
Raising the Seatback rearward to lock it in place.
A tab near the seatback lever
retracts when the seatback is
{ Warning locked in place.
If either seatback is not locked, it Make sure the safety belts are
could move forward in a sudden not pinched by the seatback
stop or crash. That could cause locking mechanism.
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The center rear safety belt may Rear Seat Armrest Safety Belts
lock when you raise the
seatback. If this happens, let This section of the manual
the belt go back all the way describes how to use safety belts
and start again. If the safety properly. It also describes some
belt is still locked, try again things not to do with safety belts.
after pulling the seat
cushion out. { Warning
3. Push and pull the top of the
seatback to be sure it is locked Do not let anyone ride where a
into position. safety belt cannot be worn
properly. In a crash, if you or your
4. Return the seat cushion to its passenger(s) are not wearing
original position and push safety belts, injuries can be much
down on the front part of the worse than if you are wearing
seat cushion until it latches. If available, the rear seat has an safety belts. You can be seriously
Make sure the safety belts and armrest in the center of the
injured or killed by hitting things
safety belt buckles are not seatback. Lower the armrest to
inside the vehicle harder or by
trapped under the seat cushion access the cupholders.
being ejected from the vehicle. In
and are properly positioned To fold, lift the armrest up and push addition, anyone who is not
for use. it rearward until it is flush with the buckled up can strike other
5. Repeat Steps 14 for the other seatback. passengers in the vehicle.
seatback and seat cushion, It is extremely dangerous to ride
if necessary.
in a cargo area, inside or outside
If additional cargo space is not of a vehicle. In a collision,
needed, the seatbacks should be passengers riding in these areas
kept in the upright, locked position. are more likely to be seriously
injured or killed. Do not allow
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When riding in a vehicle, you travel Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why


Warning (Continued) as fast as the vehicle does. If the should I have to wear safety
vehicle stops suddenly, you keep belts?
passengers to ride in any area of going until something stops you.
the vehicle that is not equipped A: Airbags are supplemental
It could be the windshield, the systems only; so they work with
with seats and safety belts. instrument panel, or the safety belts! safety belts not instead of
Always wear a safety belt, and When you wear a safety belt, you them. Whether or not an airbag
check that all passenger(s) are and the vehicle slow down together. is provided, all occupants still
restrained properly too. There is more time to stop because have to buckle up to get the
you stop over a longer distance and, most protection.
This vehicle has indicators as a when worn properly, your strongest Also, in nearly all states and in
reminder to buckle the safety belts. bones take the forces from the all Canadian provinces, the law
See Safety Belt Reminders 0 114. safety belts. That is why wearing requires wearing safety belts.
safety belts makes such good
Why Safety Belts Work sense. How to Wear Safety Belts
Questions and Answers About Properly
Safety Belts
This section is only for people of
Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle adult size.
after a crash if I am wearing a
There are special things to know
safety belt?
about safety belts and children, and
A: You could be whether you are there are different rules for smaller
wearing a safety belt or not. children and infants. If a child will be
Your chance of being conscious riding in the vehicle, see Older
during and after a crash, so you Children 0 79 or Infants and Young
can unbuckle and get out, is Children 0 81. Follow those rules for
much greater if you are belted. everyone's protection.
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It is very important for all occupants pelvic bones and you would be Lap-Shoulder Belt
to buckle up. Statistics show that less likely to slide under the lap
unbelted people are hurt more often belt. If you slid under it, the belt All seating positions in the vehicle
in crashes than those who are would apply force on your have a lap-shoulder belt.
wearing safety belts. abdomen. This could cause The following instructions explain
There are important things to know serious or even fatal injuries. how to wear a lap-shoulder belt
about wearing a safety belt properly. . Wear the shoulder belt over the properly.
shoulder and across the chest. 1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is
These parts of the body are best adjustable, so you can sit up
able to take belt restraining straight. To see how, see
forces. The shoulder belt locks if Seats in the Index.
there is a sudden stop or crash.

{ Warning
You can be seriously injured,
or even killed, by not wearing
your safety belt properly.
. Never allow the lap or
shoulder belt to become
. Sit up straight and always keep loose or twisted.
your feet on the floor in front
of you. . Never wear the shoulder
belt under both arms or
. Always use the correct buckle behind your back.
for your seating position. 2. Pick up the latch plate and pull
. Never route the lap or the belt across you. Do not let
. Wear the lap part of the belt low shoulder belt over an
and snug on the hips, just it get twisted.
armrest.
touching the thighs. In a crash,
this applies force to the strong
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The lap-shoulder belt may lock


if you pull the belt across you
very quickly. If this happens, let
the belt go back slightly to
unlock it. Then pull the belt
across you more slowly.
If the shoulder portion of a
passenger belt is pulled out all
the way, the child restraint
locking feature may be
engaged. If this happens, let
the belt go back all the way
and start again. 3. Push the latch plate into the 5. To make the lap part tight, pull
The rear center safety belt can buckle until it clicks. up on the shoulder belt.
only be withdrawn from the Pull up on the latch plate to
retractor if the seatback is in make sure it is secure. If the
the upright locked position. belt is not long enough, see
Safety Belt Extender 0 66.
Position the release button on
the buckle so that the safety
belt could be quickly unbuckled
if necessary.
4. If equipped with a shoulder belt
height adjuster, move it to the
height that is right for you. See
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
later in this section for
instructions on use and
important safety information.
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To unlatch the belt, push the button shoulder belt height adjustment Safety Belt Pretensioners
on the buckle. The belt should could reduce the effectiveness of
This vehicle has safety belt
return to its stowed position. the safety belt in a crash. See How
pretensioners for the front outboard
Always stow the safety belt slowly. to Wear Safety Belts Properly 0 62.
occupants. Although the safety belt
If the safety belt webbing returns pretensioners cannot be seen, they
quickly to the stowed position, the are part of the safety belt assembly.
retractor may lock and cannot be They can help tighten the safety
pulled out. If this happens, pull the belts during the early stages of a
safety belt straight out firmly to moderate to severe frontal, near
unlock the webbing, and then frontal, or rear crash if the threshold
release it. If the webbing is still conditions for pretensioner
locked in the retractor, see your activation are met. Safety belt
dealer. pretensioners can also help tighten
Before a door is closed, be sure the the safety belts in a side crash or a
safety belt is out of the way. If a rollover event.
door is slammed against a safety Pretensioners work only once. If the
belt, damage can occur to both the pretensioners activate in a crash,
safety belt and the vehicle. To move the shoulder belt height the pretensioners and probably
adjuster down, push down on the other parts of the vehicle's safety
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster release button and move the height belt system will need to be replaced.
The vehicle has a shoulder belt adjuster to the desired position. You See Replacing Safety Belt System
height adjuster for the driver and can move the height adjuster up by Parts after a Crash 0 67.
front outboard passenger seating pushing up on the shoulder belt
guide. Do not sit on the outboard safety
positions. belt while entering or exiting the
Adjust the height so the shoulder After the adjuster is set to the vehicle or at any time while sitting in
portion of the belt is on the shoulder desired position, try to move it down the seat. Sitting on the safety belt
but not falling off of it. The belt without pushing the release button can damage the webbing and
should be close to but not to make sure it has locked into hardware.
contacting the neck. Improper position.
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Rear Safety Belt Comfort But if a safety belt is not long


Guides enough, your dealer will order you
an extender. When you go in to
Rear safety belt comfort guides may order it, take the heaviest coat you
provide added safety belt comfort will wear, so the extender will be
for older children who have long enough for you. To help avoid
outgrown booster seats and for personal injury, do not let someone
some adults. When installed on a else use it, and use it only for the
shoulder belt, the comfort guide seat it is made to fit. The extender
positions the belt away from the has been designed for adults. Never
neck and head. use it for securing child restraints.
Comfort guides are available To wear it, attach it to the regular
through your dealer for the rear safety belt. For more information,
A pregnant woman should wear a see the instruction sheet that comes
outboard seating positions.
lap-shoulder belt, and the lap with the extender.
Instructions are included with the
portion should be worn as low as
guide.
possible, below the rounding,
throughout the pregnancy.
Safety System Check
Safety Belt Use During Check that the safety belt reminder,
The best way to protect the fetus is
Pregnancy to protect the mother. When a safety safety belts, buckles, latch plates,
Safety belts work for everyone, belt is worn properly, it is more likely and retractors, are all working
including pregnant women. Like all that the fetus will not be hurt in a properly. Look for any other loose or
occupants, they are more likely to crash. For pregnant women, as for damaged safety belt system parts
be seriously injured if they do not anyone, the key to making safety that might keep a safety belt system
wear safety belts. belts effective is wearing them from performing properly. See your
properly. dealer to have it repaired. Torn or
frayed safety belts may not protect
you in a crash. They can rip apart
Safety Belt Extender under impact forces. If a belt is torn
If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten or frayed, have it replaced
around you, you should use it. immediately.
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Make sure the safety belt reminder dust or debris in the mechanism. have been stressed or damaged.
light is working. See Safety Belt If dust or debris exists in the system See your dealer to have the safety
Reminders 0 114. please see the dealer. Parts may belt assemblies inspected or
Keep safety belts clean and dry. need to be replaced to ensure replaced.
See Safety Belt Care 0 67. proper functionality of the system. New parts and repairs may be
necessary even if the safety belt
Safety Belt Care Replacing Safety Belt system was not being used at the
System Parts after a time of the crash.
Keep belts clean and dry.
Crash Have the safety belt pretensioners
checked if the vehicle has been in a
{ Warning { Warning crash, or if the airbag readiness light
Do not bleach or dye safety belt stays on after you start the vehicle
webbing. It may severely weaken A crash can damage the safety or while you are driving. See Airbag
the webbing. In a crash, they belt system in the vehicle. Readiness Light 0 114.
might not be able to provide A damaged safety belt system
adequate protection. Clean and may not properly protect the
rinse safety belt webbing only person using it, resulting in
with mild soap and lukewarm serious injury or even death in a
water. Allow the webbing to dry. crash. To help make sure the
safety belt systems are working
properly after a crash, have them
Safety belts should be properly inspected and any necessary
cared for and maintained. replacements made as soon as
Safety belt hardware should be kept possible.
dry and free of dust or debris. As
necessary exterior hard surfaces
and safety belt webbing may be After a minor crash, replacement of
lightly cleaned with mild soap and safety belts may not be necessary.
water. Ensure there is not excessive But the safety belt assemblies that
were used during any crash may
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Airbag System All vehicle airbags have the word


AIRBAG on the trim or on a label
Here are the most important things
to know about the airbag system:
The vehicle has the following near the deployment opening.
airbags:
For frontal airbags, the word { Warning
. A frontal airbag for the driver. AIRBAG is on the center of the
steering wheel for the driver and on You can be severely injured or
. A frontal airbag for the front killed in a crash if you are not
outboard passenger. the instrument panel for the front
outboard passenger. wearing your safety belt, even
. A knee airbag for the driver. with airbags. Airbags are
For knee airbags, the word AIRBAG designed to work with safety
. A knee airbag for the front is on the lower part of the
outboard passenger. belts, not replace them. Also,
instrument panel.
airbags are not designed to inflate
. A seat-mounted side impact For seat-mounted side impact in every crash. In some crashes
airbag for the driver. airbags, the word AIRBAG is on the safety belts are the only restraint.
. A seat-mounted side impact side of the seatback closest to See When Should an Airbag
airbag for the front outboard the door. Inflate? 0 71.
passenger. For roof-rail airbags, the word Wearing your safety belt during a
. A roof-rail airbag for the driver AIRBAG is on the ceiling or trim. crash helps reduce your chance
and the passenger seated Airbags are designed to supplement of hitting things inside the vehicle
directly behind the driver. the protection provided by safety or being ejected from it. Airbags
. A roof-rail airbag for the front belts. Even though today's airbags are supplemental restraints to
outboard passenger and the are also designed to help reduce the safety belts. Everyone in the
passenger seated directly the risk of injury from the force of an vehicle should wear a safety belt
behind the front outboard inflating bag, all airbags must inflate properly, whether or not there is
passenger. very quickly to do their job. an airbag for that person.
. Seat-mounted side impact
airbags for the second row
outboard passengers.
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Where Are the Airbags?


{ Warning { Warning
Because airbags inflate with great Children who are up against,
force and faster than the blink of or very close to, any airbag when
an eye, anyone who is up it inflates can be seriously injured
against, or very close to any or killed. Always secure children
airbag when it inflates can be properly in the vehicle. To read
seriously injured or killed. Do not how, see Older Children 0 79 or
sit unnecessarily close to any Infants and Young Children 0 81.
airbag, as you would be if sitting
on the edge of the seat or leaning
forward. Safety belts help keep
you in position before and during
a crash. Always wear a safety
belt, even with airbags. The driver The driver frontal airbag is in the
should sit as far back as possible center of the steering wheel.
while still maintaining control of The front outboard passenger
the vehicle. The safety belts and There is an airbag readiness light frontal airbag is in the passenger
the front outboard passenger on the instrument cluster, which side instrument panel.
airbags are most effective when shows the airbag symbol. The
you are sitting well back and system checks the airbag electrical
upright in the seat with both feet system for malfunctions. The light
on the floor. tells you if there is an electrical
problem. See Airbag Readiness
Occupants should not lean on or Light 0 114 for more information.
sleep against the door or side
windows in seating positions with
seat-mounted side impact airbags
and/or roof-rail airbags.
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The driver knee airbag is below the Driver Side Shown, Passenger Rear Seat Driver Side Shown,
steering column. The front outboard Side Similar Passenger Side Similar
passenger knee airbag is below the The seat-mounted side impact On vehicles with second row
glove box. airbags for the driver and front seat-mounted side impact airbags,
outboard passenger are in the side they are in the sides of the rear
of the seatbacks closest to the door. seatback closest to the door.
The roof-rail airbags for the driver,
front outboard passenger, and { Warning
second row outboard passengers
are in the ceiling above the side If something is between an
windows. occupant and an airbag, the
airbag might not inflate properly
or it might force the object into
that person causing severe injury
or even death. The path of an
inflating airbag must be kept
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predict how severe a crash is likely Frontal airbags are not intended to
Warning (Continued) to be in time for the airbags to inflate during vehicle rollovers, rear
inflate and help restrain the impacts, or many side impacts.
clear. Do not put anything occupants. The vehicle has
between an occupant and an In addition, the vehicle has
electronic sensors that help the advanced technology frontal
airbag, and do not attach or put airbag system determine the
anything on the steering wheel airbags. Advanced technology
severity of the impact. Deployment frontal airbags adjust the restraint
hub or on or near any other thresholds can vary with specific
airbag covering. according to crash severity.
vehicle design.
Knee airbags are designed to inflate
Do not use seat accessories that Frontal airbags are designed to in moderate to severe frontal or
block the inflation path of a inflate in moderate to severe frontal near-frontal impacts. Knee airbags
seat-mounted side impact airbag. or near frontal crashes to help are not designed to inflate during
reduce the potential for severe vehicle rollovers, in rear impacts,
Never secure anything to the roof
injuries, mainly to the driver's or or in many side crashes.
of a vehicle with roof-rail airbags
front outboard passenger's head
by routing a rope or tiedown and chest. Seat-mounted side impact airbags
through any door or window are designed to inflate in moderate
opening. If you do, the path of an Whether the frontal airbags will or to severe side crashes depending
inflating roof-rail airbag will be should inflate is not based primarily on the location of the impact.
blocked. on how fast the vehicle is traveling. Seat-mounted side impact airbags
It depends on what is hit, the are not designed to inflate in frontal
direction of the impact, and how impacts, near frontal impacts,
When Should an Airbag quickly the vehicle slows down. rollovers, or rear impacts.
Inflate? Frontal airbags may inflate at A seat-mounted side impact airbag
different crash speeds depending on is designed to inflate on the side of
This vehicle is equipped with
whether the vehicle hits an object the vehicle that is struck.
airbags. See Airbag System 0 68.
straight on or at an angle, and Roof-rail airbags are designed to
Airbags are designed to inflate if the
whether the object is fixed or inflate in moderate to severe side
impact exceeds the specific airbag
moving, rigid or deformable, narrow crashes depending on the location
system's deployment threshold.
or wide. of the impact. In addition, these
Deployment thresholds are used to
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roof-rail airbags are designed to How Does an Airbag But airbags would not help in many
inflate during a rollover or in a types of collisions, primarily
severe frontal impact. Roof-rail
Restrain? because the occupant's motion is
airbags are not designed to inflate in In moderate to severe frontal or not toward those airbags. See When
rear impacts. Both roof-rail airbags near frontal collisions, even belted Should an Airbag Inflate? 0 71.
will inflate when either side of the occupants can contact the steering Airbags should never be regarded
vehicle is struck, if the sensing wheel or the instrument panel. In as anything more than a supplement
system predicts that the vehicle is moderate to severe side collisions, to safety belts.
about to roll over on its side, or in a even belted occupants can contact
severe frontal impact. the inside of the vehicle.
What Will You See after
In any particular crash, no one can Airbags supplement the protection
say whether an airbag should have provided by safety belts by
an Airbag Inflates?
inflated simply because of the distributing the force of the impact After the frontal airbags and
vehicle damage or the repair costs. more evenly over the seat-mounted side impact airbags
occupant's body. inflate, they quickly deflate, so
What Makes an Airbag Rollover capable roof-rail airbags,
quickly that some people may not
even realize an airbag inflated.
Inflate? if equipped, are designed to help
Roof-rail airbags may still be at least
contain the head and chest of
In a deployment event, the sensing partially inflated for some time after
occupants in the outboard seating
system sends an electrical signal they inflate. Some components of
positions in the first and second
triggering a release of gas from the the airbag module may be hot for
rows. The rollover capable roof-rail
inflator. Gas from the inflator fills the several minutes. For location of the
airbags are designed to help reduce
airbag causing the bag to break out airbags, see Where Are the
the risk of full or partial ejection in
of the cover. The inflator, the airbag, Airbags? 0 69.
rollover events, although no system
and related hardware are all part of The parts of the airbag that come
can prevent all such ejections.
the airbag module. into contact with you may be warm,
For airbag locations, see Where Are but not too hot to touch. There may
the Airbags? 0 69. be some smoke and dust coming
from the vents in the deflated
airbags. Airbag inflation does not
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prevent the driver from seeing out of The feature may also activate, Additional windshield breakage may
the windshield or being able to steer without airbag inflation, after an also occur from the front outboard
the vehicle, nor does it prevent event that exceeds a predetermined passenger airbag.
people from leaving the vehicle. threshold. You can lock the doors, . Airbags are designed to inflate
turn off the interior lamps, and turn only once. After an airbag
{ Warning off the hazard warning flashers by
using the controls for those
inflates, you will need some new
parts for the airbag system.
When an airbag inflates, there features. If you do not get them, the
may be dust in the air. This dust airbag system will not be there
could cause breathing problems { Warning to help protect you in another
for people with a history of crash. A new system will include
asthma or other breathing trouble. A crash severe enough to inflate airbag modules and possibly
To avoid this, everyone in the the airbags may have also other parts. The service manual
vehicle should get out as soon as damaged important functions in for the vehicle covers the need
it is safe to do so. If you have the vehicle, such as the fuel to replace other parts.
breathing problems but cannot system, brake and steering
. The vehicle has a crash sensing
get out of the vehicle after an systems, etc. Even if the vehicle
and diagnostic module which
airbag inflates, then get fresh air appears to be drivable after a
records information after a
by opening a window or a door. moderate crash, there may be crash. See Vehicle Data
If you experience breathing concealed damage that could Recording and Privacy 0 348
problems following an airbag make it difficult to safely operate and Event Data
deployment, you should seek the vehicle. Recorders 0 349.
medical attention. Use caution if you should attempt . Let only qualified technicians
to restart the engine after a crash work on the airbag systems.
The vehicle has a feature that may has occurred. Improper service can mean that
automatically unlock the doors, turn an airbag system will not work
on the interior lamps and hazard In many crashes severe enough to properly. See your dealer for
warning flashers, and shut off the inflate the airbag, windshields are service.
fuel system after the airbags inflate. broken by vehicle deformation.
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Passenger Sensing on or off, will be visible. See Never put a rear-facing child seat in
Passenger Airbag Status the front. This is because the risk to
System Indicator 0 115. the rear-facing child is so great,
The vehicle has a passenger The passenger sensing system if the airbag inflates.
sensing system for the front turns off the front outboard
outboard passenger position. The
passenger airbag status indicator
passenger frontal airbag and knee { Warning
airbag under certain conditions. No
will light on the instrument panel other airbag is affected by the A child in a rear-facing child
when the vehicle is started. passenger sensing system. restraint can be seriously injured
or killed if the passenger frontal
The passenger sensing system airbag inflates. This is because
works with sensors that are part of the back of the rear-facing child
the front outboard passenger seat.
restraint would be very close to
The sensors are designed to detect
the inflating airbag. A child in a
the presence of a properly seated
occupant and determine if the front forward-facing child restraint can
United States outboard passenger frontal airbag be seriously injured or killed if the
and knee airbag should be allowed passenger frontal airbag inflates
to inflate or not. and the passenger seat is in a
forward position.
According to accident statistics,
children are safer when properly Even if the passenger sensing
secured in a rear seat in the correct system has turned off the front
child restraint for their weight outboard passenger airbag(s), no
Canada and size. system is fail-safe. No one can
Whenever possible, children aged guarantee that an airbag will not
The words ON and OFF, or the deploy under some unusual
symbol for on and off, will be visible 12 and under should be secured in
a rear seating position. circumstance, even though the
during the system check. When the airbag(s) are off.
system check is complete, either the
word ON or OFF, or the symbol for (Continued)
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. There is a critical problem with depending upon the person's
Warning (Continued) the airbag system or the seating posture and body build.
passenger sensing system. Everyone in the vehicle who has
Never put a rear-facing child outgrown child restraints should
restraint in the front seat, even if When the passenger sensing
system has turned off the front wear a safety belt properly
the airbag is off. If securing a whether or not there is an airbag for
forward-facing child restraint in outboard passenger frontal airbag
and knee airbag, the off indicator that person.
the front outboard passenger
will light and stay lit as a reminder
seat, always move the seat as far
back as it will go. It is better to
that the airbags are off. See { Warning
Passenger Airbag Status
secure child restraints in the rear If the airbag readiness light ever
Indicator 0 115.
seat. Consider using another comes on and stays on, it means
vehicle to transport the child The passenger sensing system is that something may be wrong
when a rear seat is not available. designed to turn on the front with the airbag system. To help
outboard passenger frontal airbag avoid injury to yourself or others,
and knee airbag anytime the system
The passenger sensing system is have the vehicle serviced right
senses that a person of adult size is
designed to turn off the front away. See Airbag Readiness
sitting properly in the front outboard
outboard passenger frontal airbag passenger seat. When the Light 0 114 for more information,
and knee airbag if: passenger sensing system has including important safety
. The front outboard passenger allowed the airbags to be enabled, information.
seat is unoccupied. the on indicator will light and stay lit
as a reminder that the airbags are If the On Indicator Is Lit for a
. The system determines that an
active. Child Restraint
infant is present in a child
restraint. For some children, including The passenger sensing system is
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
takes his/her weight off of the sensing system may or may not turn
seat for a period of time. and knee airbag if the system
off the front outboard passenger determines that an infant is present
frontal airbag and knee airbag,
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in a child restraint. If a child restraint restraint into the seat cushion. If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an
has been installed and the on Also make sure the child Adult-Sized Occupant
indicator is lit: restraint is not trapped under
1. Turn the vehicle off. the vehicle head restraint.
If this happens, adjust the head
2. Remove the child restraint from restraint. See Head
the vehicle. Restraints 0 52.
3. Remove any additional items 6. Restart the vehicle.
from the seat such as blankets,
cushions, seat covers, seat The passenger sensing system may
heaters, or seat massagers. or may not turn off the airbags for a
child in a child restraint depending
4. Reinstall the child restraint upon the childs size. It is better to
following the directions secure the child restraint in a rear
provided by the child restraint seat. Never put a rear-facing child
manufacturer and refer to restraint in the front seat, even if the
Securing Child Restraints (With on indicator is not lit. If a person of adult size is sitting in
the Safety Belt in the Front the front outboard passenger seat,
Seat) 0 95 or Securing Child but the off indicator is lit, it could be
Restraints (With the Safety Belt because that person is not sitting
in the Rear Seat) 0 93. properly in the seat. Use the
5. If, after reinstalling the child following steps to allow the system
restraint and restarting the to detect that person and enable the
vehicle, the on indicator is still front outboard passenger frontal
lit, turn the vehicle off. Then airbag and knee airbag:
slightly recline the vehicle 1. Turn the vehicle off.
seatback and adjust the seat
cushion, if adjustable, to make
sure that the vehicle seatback
is not pushing the child
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2. Remove any additional material vehicle. See Adding Equipment to


from the seat, such as Warning (Continued) the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 78
blankets, cushions, seat for more information about
covers, seat heaters, or seat ride in the front outboard modifications that can affect how
massagers. passenger seat, if the passenger the system operates.
airbag off indicator is lit.
3. Place the seatback in the fully The on indicator may be lit if an
upright position. object, such as a briefcase,
Additional Factors Affecting handbag, grocery bag, laptop,
4. Have the person sit upright in
the seat, centered on the seat
System Operation or other electronic device, is put on
cushion, with legs comfortably Safety belts help keep the an unoccupied seat. If this is not
extended. passenger in position on the seat desired, remove the object from
during vehicle maneuvers and the seat.
5. Restart the vehicle and have
braking, which helps the passenger
the person remain in this
position for two to sensing system maintain the { Warning
three minutes after the on passenger airbag status. See
Safety Belts and Child Restraints Stowing of articles under the
indicator is lit. passenger seat or between the
in the Index for additional
information about the importance of passenger seat cushion and
{ Warning proper restraint use. seatback may interfere with the
proper operation of the passenger
If the front outboard passenger A thick layer of additional material,
sensing system.
airbag is turned off for an such as a blanket or cushion,
adult-sized occupant, the airbag or aftermarket equipment such as
will not be able to inflate and help seat covers, seat heaters, and seat Servicing the
protect that person in a crash, massagers can affect how well the
passenger sensing system Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
resulting in an increased risk of
serious injury or even death. An operates. We recommend that you Airbags affect how the vehicle
not use seat covers or other should be serviced. There are parts
adult-sized occupant should not
aftermarket equipment except when of the airbag system in several
(Continued) approved by GM for your specific places around the vehicle. Your
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dealer and the service manual have from working properly. The of the seat fabric, could also
information about servicing the operation of the airbag system can interfere with the operation of the
vehicle and the airbag system. To also be affected by changing or passenger sensing system. This
purchase a service manual, see moving any parts of the front seats, could either prevent proper
Service Publications Ordering safety belts, the airbag sensing and deployment of the passenger
Information 0 346. diagnostic module, steering wheel, airbag(s) or prevent the passenger
instrument panel, any airbag sensing system from properly
{ Warning module, ceiling or pillar garnish trim,
overhead console, front sensors,
turning off the passenger airbag(s).
See Passenger Sensing
For up to 10 seconds after the side impact sensors, or airbag System 0 74.
vehicle is turned off and the wiring. If the vehicle has rollover roof-rail
battery is disconnected, an airbag Your dealer and the service manual airbags, see Different Size Tires
can still inflate during improper have information about the location and Wheels 0 295 for additional
service. You can be injured if you of the airbag sensors, sensing and important information.
are close to an airbag when it diagnostic module, and airbag If you have to modify your vehicle
inflates. Avoid yellow connectors. wiring. because you have a disability and
They are probably part of the In addition, the vehicle may have a you have questions about whether
airbag system. Be sure to follow passenger sensing system for the the modifications will affect the
proper service procedures, and front outboard passenger position, vehicle's airbag system, or if you
make sure the person performing which includes sensors that are part have questions about whether the
work for you is qualified to do so. of the passenger seat. The airbag system will be affected if the
passenger sensing system may not vehicle is modified for any other
operate properly if the original seat reason, call Customer Assistance.
Adding Equipment to the trim is replaced with non-GM See Customer Assistance
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle covers, upholstery, or trim; or with Offices 0 339.
Adding accessories that change the GM covers, upholstery, or trim
vehicle's frame, bumper system, designed for a different vehicle. Any
height, front end, or side sheet object, such as an aftermarket seat
metal, may keep the airbag system heater or a comfort-enhancing pad
or device, installed under or on top
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Airbag System Check Replacing Airbag System Child Restraints


The airbag system does not need Parts after a Crash
regularly scheduled maintenance or Older Children
replacement. Make sure the airbag
readiness light is working. See
{ Warning
Airbag Readiness Light 0 114. A crash can damage the airbag
systems in the vehicle.
Caution A damaged airbag system may
not properly protect you and your
If an airbag covering is damaged, passenger(s) in a crash, resulting
opened, or broken, the airbag in serious injury or even death. To
may not work properly. Do not help make sure the airbag
open or break the airbag systems are working properly
coverings. If there are any after a crash, have them
opened or broken airbag inspected and any necessary
coverings, have the airbag replacements made as soon as
covering and/or airbag module possible. Older children who have outgrown
replaced. For the location of the booster seats should wear the
airbags, see Where Are the vehicles safety belts.
If an airbag inflates, you will need to
Airbags? 0 69. See your dealer replace airbag system parts. See The manufacturer instructions that
for service. your dealer for service. come with the booster seat state the
If the airbag readiness light stays on weight and height limitations for that
after the vehicle is started or comes booster. Use a booster seat with a
on when you are driving, the airbag lap-shoulder belt until the child
system may not work properly. Have passes the fit test below:
the vehicle serviced right away. See
Airbag Readiness Light 0 114.
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. Sit all the way back on the seat. Q: What is the proper way to
Do the knees bend at the seat wear safety belts? { Warning
edge? If yes, continue. If no, A: An older child should wear a
return to the booster seat. Never allow more than one child
lap-shoulder belt and get the to wear the same safety belt. The
. Buckle the lap-shoulder belt. additional restraint a shoulder safety belt cannot properly spread
Does the shoulder belt rest on belt can provide. The shoulder the impact forces. In a crash, they
the shoulder? If yes, continue. belt should not cross the face or can be crushed together and
If no, try using the rear safety neck. The lap belt should fit seriously injured. A safety belt
belt comfort guide, if available. snugly below the hips, just
must be used by only one person
See Rear Safety Belt Comfort touching the top of the thighs.
at a time.
Guides under Lap-Shoulder Belt This applies belt force to the
0 63. 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 Safety Belt Comfort
snug on the hips, touching the Guides under Lap-Shoulder
thighs? If yes, continue. If no, Belt 0 63.
return to the booster seat. According to accident statistics,
. Can proper safety belt fit be children are safer when properly
maintained for the length of the restrained in a rear seating position.
trip? If yes, continue. If no, In a crash, children who are not
return to the booster seat. buckled up can strike other people
who are buckled up, or can be
thrown out of the vehicle. Older
children need to use safety belts
properly.
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{ Warning { Warning
Never allow a child to wear the Children can be seriously injured
safety belt with the shoulder belt or strangled if a shoulder belt is
behind their back. A child can be wrapped around their neck. The
seriously injured by not wearing shoulder belt can tighten but
the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a cannot be loosened if it is locked.
crash, the child would not be The shoulder belt locks when it is
restrained by the shoulder belt. pulled all the way out of the
The child could move too far retractor. It unlocks when the
forward increasing the chance of shoulder belt is allowed to go all
head and neck injury. The child the way back into the retractor,
might also slide under the lap Infants and Young but it cannot do this if it is
belt. The belt force would then be Children wrapped around a childs neck.
applied right on the abdomen. If the shoulder belt is locked and
That could cause serious or fatal Everyone in a vehicle needs tightened around a childs neck,
protection! This includes infants and
injuries. The shoulder belt should the only way to loosen the belt is
all other children. Neither the
go over the shoulder and across to cut it.
distance traveled nor the age and
the chest. size of the traveler changes the Never leave children unattended
need, for everyone, to use safety in a vehicle and never allow
restraints. In fact, the law in every children to play with the safety
state in the United States and in belts.
every Canadian province says
children up to some age must be
restrained while in a vehicle. Every time infants and young
children ride in vehicles, they should
have the protection provided by
appropriate child restraints. Neither
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the vehicle's safety belt system nor


its airbag system is designed
for them.
Children who are not restrained
properly can strike other people,
or can be thrown out of the vehicle.

{ Warning
Never hold an infant or a child
while riding in a vehicle. Due to
crash forces, an infant or a child
will become so heavy it is not Child restraints are devices used to
possible to hold it during a crash.
{ Warning restrain, seat, or position children in
For example, in a crash at only Children who are up against, the vehicle and are sometimes
40 km/h (25 mph), a 5.5 kg (12 lb) or very close to, any airbag when called child seats or car seats.
infant will suddenly become a it inflates can be seriously injured There are three basic types of
110 kg (240 lb) force on a person's or killed. Never put a rear-facing child restraints:
arms. An infant or child should be child restraint in the front . Forward-facing child restraints
secured in an appropriate outboard seat. Secure a
restraint. rear-facing child restraint in a rear . Rearward-facing child restraints
seat. It is also better to secure a . Belt-positioning booster seats
forward-facing child restraint in a
The proper child restraint for your
rear seat. If you must secure a child depends on their size, weight,
forward-facing child restraint in and age, and also on whether the
the front outboard seat, always child restraint is compatible with the
move the front passenger seat as vehicle in which it will be used.
far back as it will go.
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For each type of child restraint, Child Restraint Systems


there are many different models { Warning
available. When purchasing a child
restraint, be sure it is designed to be A young child's hip bones are still
used in a motor vehicle. If it is, the so small that the vehicle's regular
restraint will have a label saying that safety belt may not remain low on
it meets federal motor vehicle safety the hip bones, as it should.
standards. The restraint Instead, it may settle up around
manufacturer's instructions that the child's abdomen. In a crash,
come with the restraint state the the belt would apply force on a
weight and height limitations for a body area that is unprotected by
particular child restraint. In addition, any bony structure. This alone
there are many kinds of restraints could cause serious or fatal
available for children with special injuries. To reduce the risk of
needs. serious or fatal injuries during a Rear-Facing Infant Seat
crash, young children should A rear-facing child restraint provides
{ Warning always be secured in appropriate restraint with the seating surface
child restraints. against the back of the infant.
To reduce the risk of neck and
head injury in a crash, infants and The harness system holds the infant
toddlers should be secured in a in place and, in a crash, acts to
rear-facing child restraint until age keep the infant positioned in the
two, or until they reach the restraint.
maximum height and weight limits
of their child restraint.
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Securing an Add-On Child


Restraint in the Vehicle

{ Warning
A child can be seriously injured or
killed in a crash if the child
restraint is not properly secured in
the vehicle. Secure the child
restraint properly in the vehicle
using the vehicles safety belt or
LATCH system, following the
Forward-Facing Child Seat Booster Seats instructions that came with that
A forward-facing child restraint A belt-positioning booster seat is child restraint and the instructions
provides restraint for the child's used for children who have in this manual.
body with the harness. outgrown their forward-facing child
restraint. Boosters are designed to To help reduce the chance of injury,
improve the fit of the vehicle's safety the child restraint must be secured
belt system until the child is large in the vehicle. Child restraint
enough for the vehicle safety belts systems must be secured in vehicle
to fit properly without a booster seat. seats by lap belts or the lap belt
See the safety belt fit test in Older portion of a lap-shoulder belt, or by
Children 0 79. the LATCH system. See Lower
Anchors and Tethers for Children
(LATCH System) 0 86 for more
information. Children can be
endangered in a crash if the child
restraint is not properly secured in
the vehicle.
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When securing an add-on child Securing the Child Within the


restraint, refer to the instructions Child Restraint { Warning
that come with the restraint which
may be on the restraint itself or in a A child in a rear-facing child
booklet, or both, and to this manual.
{ Warning restraint can be seriously injured
The child restraint instructions are or killed if the front passenger
A child can be seriously injured or
important, so if they are not airbag inflates. This is because
killed in a crash if the child is not
available, obtain a replacement the back of the rear-facing child
properly secured in the child
copy from the manufacturer. restraint would be very close to
restraint. Secure the child
the inflating airbag. A child in a
Keep in mind that an unsecured properly following the instructions
forward-facing child restraint can
child restraint can move around in a that came with that child restraint.
collision or sudden stop and injure be seriously injured or killed if the
people in the vehicle. Be sure to front passenger airbag inflates
properly secure any child restraint in Where to Put the and the passenger seat is in a
forward position.
the vehicle even when no child is Restraint
in it. Even if the passenger sensing
According to accident statistics,
In some areas of the United States children and infants are safer when system has turned off the front
and Canada, Certified Child properly restrained in an appropriate passenger frontal airbag, no
Passenger Safety Technicians child restraint secured in a rear system is fail-safe. No one can
(CPSTs) are available to inspect seating position. guarantee that an airbag will not
and demonstrate how to correctly deploy under some unusual
use and install child restraints. In Whenever possible, children aged circumstance, even though it is
the U.S., refer to the National 12 and under should be secured in turned off.
Highway Traffic Safety a rear seating position.
Administration (NHTSA) website to Secure rear-facing child restraints
Never put a rear-facing child
locate the nearest child safety seat in a rear seat, even if the airbag
restraint in the front. This is because
inspection station. For CPST the risk to the rear-facing child is so is off. If you secure a
availability in Canada, check with great if the airbag deploys. forward-facing child restraint in
Transport Canada or the Provincial (Continued)
Ministry of Transportation office.
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Wherever a child restraint is rear-facing and forward-facing child


Warning (Continued) installed, be sure to follow the seats can be properly installed
instructions that came with the child using either the LATCH anchors or
the front seat, always move the restraint system and secure the the vehicles safety belts. Do not
front passenger seat as far back child restraint system properly. use both the safety belts and the
as it will go. It is better to secure LATCH anchorage system to secure
the child restraint in a rear seat. Keep in mind that an unsecured
child restraint can move around in a a rear-facing or forward-facing
See Passenger Sensing System collision or sudden stop and injure child seat.
0 74 for additional information. people in the vehicle. Be sure to Booster seats use the vehicles
properly secure any child restraint in safety belts to secure the child in
When securing a child restraint in a the vehicle even when no child is the booster seat. If the manufacturer
rear seating position, study the in it. recommends that the booster seat
instructions that came with the child be secured with the LATCH system,
restraint to make sure it is Lower Anchors and this can be done as long as the
booster seat can be positioned
compatible with this vehicle. Tethers for Children properly and there is no interference
Child restraints and booster seats (LATCH System) with the proper positioning of the
vary considerably in size, and some lap-shoulder belt on the child.
The LATCH system secures a child
may fit in certain seating positions
restraint during driving or in a crash. Make sure to follow the instructions
better than others.
LATCH attachments on the child that came with the child restraint,
Depending on where you place the restraint are used to attach the child and also the instructions in this
child restraint and the size of the restraint to the anchors in the manual.
child restraint, you may not be able vehicle. The LATCH system is
to access adjacent safety belts or designed to make installation of a When installing a child restraint with
LATCH anchors for additional child restraint easier. a top tether, you must also use
passengers or child restraints. either the lower anchors or the
In order to use the LATCH system in safety belts to properly secure the
Adjacent seating positions should
your vehicle, you need a child child restraint. A child restraint must
not be used if the child restraint
restraint that has LATCH never be attached using only the top
prevents access to or interferes with
attachments. LATCH-compatible tether.
the routing of the safety belt.
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The LATCH anchorage system can secure the child restraint. See Top Tether Anchor
be used until the combined weight Securing Child Restraints (With the
of the child plus the child restraint is Safety Belt in the Front Seat) 0 95
29.5 kg (65 lbs). Use the safety belt or Securing Child Restraints (With
alone instead of the LATCH the Safety Belt in the Rear
anchorage system once the Seat) 0 93.
combined weight is more than
29.5 kg (65 lbs). Lower Anchors
See Securing Child Restraints (With
the Safety Belt in the Front Seat)
0 95 or Securing Child Restraints
(With the Safety Belt in the Rear
Seat) 0 93.
Child restraints built after March
2014 will be labeled with the A top tether (3, 4) anchors the top of
specific child weight up to which the the child restraint to the vehicle.
LATCH system can be used to A top tether anchor is built into the
install the restraint. vehicle. The top tether
attachment (2) on the child restraint
The following explains how to attach connects to the top tether anchor in
a child restraint with these the vehicle in order to reduce the
attachments in the vehicle. Lower anchors (1) are metal bars forward movement and rotation of
Not all vehicle seating positions or built into the vehicle. There are two the child restraint during driving or in
child restraints have lower anchors lower anchors for each LATCH a crash.
and attachments or top tether seating position that will
accommodate a child restraint with The child restraint may have a
anchors and attachments. In this single tether (3) or a dual tether (4).
case, the safety belt must be used lower attachments (2).
Either will have a single
(with top tether where available) to attachment (2) to secure the top
tether to the anchor.
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Some child restraints that have a H : Seating positions with two lower
top tether are designed for use with anchors.
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. To assist in locating the lower
anchors, each seating position with
Lower Anchor and Top Tether lower anchors has two labels, near
Anchor Locations the crease between the seatback The top tether anchors are on the
and the seat cushion. back of the rear seatbacks. Be sure
to use an anchor on the same side
of the vehicle as the seating
position where the child restraint will
be placed.
Do not secure a child restraint in a
position without a top tether anchor
if a national or local law requires
To assist in locating the top tether that the top tether be attached, or if
anchors, the top tether anchor the instructions that come with the
symbol is on the trim near the child restraint say that the top tether
anchor. must be attached.
According to accident statistics,
children and infants are safer when
I : Seating positions with properly restrained in a child
top tether anchors. restraint system or infant restraint
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system secured in a rear seating


position. See Where to Put the { Warning Warning (Continued)
Restraint 0 85 for additional
information. To reduce the risk of serious or wrapped around a childs neck.
fatal injuries during a crash, do If the shoulder belt is locked and
Securing a Child Restraint not attach more than one child tightened around a childs neck,
Designed for the LATCH restraint to a single anchor. the only way to loosen the belt is
System Attaching more than one child to cut it.
restraint to a single anchor could Buckle any unused safety belts
{ Warning cause the anchor or attachment
to come loose or even break
behind the child restraint so
children cannot reach them. Pull
If a LATCH-type child restraint is during a crash. A child or others the shoulder belt all the way out
not attached to anchors, the child could be injured. of the retractor to set the lock,
restraint will not be able to protect
and tighten the belt behind the
the child correctly. In a crash, the
child restraint after the child
child could be seriously injured or
killed. Install a LATCH-type child { Warning restraint has been installed.
restraint properly using the Children can be seriously injured
anchors, or use the vehicle's or strangled if a shoulder belt is
safety belts to secure the wrapped around their neck. The Caution
restraint, following the instructions shoulder belt can tighten but
that came with the child restraint Do not let the LATCH
cannot be loosened if it is locked. attachments rub against the
and the instructions in this The shoulder belt locks when it is
manual. vehicles safety belts. This may
pulled all the way out of the damage these parts. If necessary,
retractor. It unlocks when the move buckled safety belts to
shoulder belt is allowed to go all avoid rubbing the LATCH
the way back into the retractor, attachments.
but it cannot do this if it is
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seating position does not have manufacturer instructions.


Caution (Continued) lower anchors, secure the child See Seat
restraint with the top tether and Adjustment 0 53.
Do not fold the rear seatback the safety belts. Refer to your
when the seat is occupied. Do not 1.3. Attach and tighten the
child restraint manufacturer lower attachments on the
fold the empty rear seat with a instructions and the
safety belt buckled. This could child restraint to the lower
instructions in this manual. anchors.
damage the safety belt or the
seat. Unbuckle and return the 1.1. Find the lower anchors 2. If the child restraint
for the desired seating manufacturer recommends that
safety belt to its stowed position,
position. the top tether be attached,
before folding the seat.
1.2. Put the child restraint on attach and tighten the top
the seat. tether to the top tether anchor,
If you need to secure more than one if equipped. Refer to the child
child restraint in the rear seat, see For rear outboard seating
positions, if the head restraint instructions and the
Where to Put the Restraint 0 85. following steps:
restraint interferes with
This system is designed to make the proper installation of 2.1. Find the top tether
installation of child restraints easier. the child restraint, the anchor.
When using lower anchors, do not head restraint may be
use the vehicle's safety belts. 2.2. Remove the cargo cover
removed. See Head before installing the top
Instead use the vehicle's anchors Restraint Removal and
and child restraint attachments to tether. Place the cargo
Reinstallation at the end cover on the floor of the
secure the restraints. Some of this section.
restraints also use another vehicle cargo area. The cargo
anchor to secure a top tether. When installing a cover should remain off
rear-facing child restraint, while the top tether is
1. Attach and tighten the lower it may be necessary to in use.
attachments to the lower move the front seat
anchors. If the child restraint forward to properly install
does not have lower the child restraint per the
attachments or the desired child restraint
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2.3. Route, attach, and tighten headrest or head restraint


the top tether according and route the tether
to your child restraint under the headrest or
instructions and the head restraint and in
following instructions: between the headrest or
head restraint posts.

If the position you are


using does not have a
headrest or head restraint
and you are using a dual
tether, route the tether
over the seatback.
If the position you are
using does not have a If the position you are
headrest or head restraint using has an adjustable
and you are using a headrest or head restraint
single tether, route the and your are using a dual
tether over the seatback. tether, raise the headrest
or head restraint and
route the tether under the
headrest or head restraint
and around the headrest
If the position you are or head restraint posts.
using has an adjustable 3. Before placing a child in the
headrest or head restraint child restraint, make sure it is
and you are using a securely held in place. To
single tether, raise the check, grasp the child restraint
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at the LATCH path and attempt


to move it side to side and { Warning
back and forth. There should
be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of With head restraints that are not
movement for proper installed and adjusted properly,
installation. there is a greater chance that
occupants will suffer a neck/
Head Restraint Removal and spinal injury in a crash. Do not
Reinstallation drive until the head restraints for
The rear outboard head restraints all occupants are installed and
can be removed if they interfere with adjusted properly.
the proper installation of the child
restraint. 2. Press both buttons on the head To reinstall the head restraint:
To remove the head restraint: restraint posts at the same
time, and pull up on the head
1. Partially fold the seatback
restraint.
forward. See Rear Seats 0 58
for additional information. 3. Store the head restraint in a
secure place.
4. When the child restraint is
removed, reinstall the head
restraint before the seating
position is used.
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1. Insert the head restraint posts If the child restraint has the LATCH
into the holes in the top of the Warning (Continued) system, see Lower Anchors and
seatback. The notches on the Tethers for Children (LATCH
posts must face the driver side see your dealer to have the System) 0 86 for how and where to
of the vehicle. system inspected and any install the child restraint using
necessary replacements made as LATCH. If a child restraint is
2. Push the head restraint down. soon as possible. secured in the vehicle using a
If necessary, press the height safety belt and it uses a top tether,
adjustment release button to If the vehicle has the LATCH system see Lower Anchors and Tethers for
further lower the head restraint. and it was being used during a Children (LATCH System) 0 86 for
See Rear Seats. crash, new LATCH system parts top tether anchor locations.
3. Try to move the head restraint may be needed. Do not secure a child seat in a
to make sure that it is locked in New parts and repairs may be position without a top tether anchor
place. necessary even if the LATCH if a national or local law requires
system was not being used at the that the top tether be anchored, or if
Replacing LATCH System time of the crash. the instructions that come with the
Parts After a Crash child restraint say that the top strap
Securing Child Restraints must be anchored.
{ Warning (With the Safety Belt in In Canada, the law requires that
forward-facing child restraints have
A crash can damage the LATCH
the Rear Seat) a top tether, and that the tether be
system in the vehicle. A damaged When securing a child restraint in a attached.
LATCH system may not properly rear seating position, study the If the child restraint or vehicle seat
secure the child restraint, instructions that came with the child position does not have the LATCH
resulting in serious injury or even restraint to make sure it is system, you will be using the safety
death in a crash. To help make compatible with this vehicle. belt to secure the child restraint. Be
sure the LATCH system is sure to follow the instructions that
working properly after a crash, came with the child restraint.
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If more than one child restraint 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run
needs to be installed in the rear the lap and shoulder portions
seat, be sure to read Where to Put of the vehicle's safety belt
the Restraint 0 85. through or around the restraint.
1. Put the child restraint on The child restraint instructions
the seat. will show you how.

For outboard second row


seating positions, remove the
safety belt from the guide. Do
not secure the child restraint
with the safety belt routed
through the guide.
4. Pull the shoulder belt all the
When installing a rear-facing way out of the retractor to set
child restraint, it may be the lock. When the retractor
necessary to move the front lock is set, the belt can be
seat forward to properly install tightened but not pulled out of
the child restraint per the child the retractor.
restraint manufacturer
instructions. 3. Push the latch plate into the
If the head restraint interferes buckle until it clicks.
with the proper installation of Position the release button on
the child restraint, the head the buckle, away from the child
restraint may be removed. See restraint system, so that the
"Head Restraint Removal and safety belt could be quickly
Reinstallation" under Lower unbuckled if necessary.
Anchors and Tethers for
Children (LATCH System) 0 86.
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6. If the child restraint has a top Securing Child Restraints


tether, follow the child restraint
manufacturer's instructions
(With the Safety Belt in
regarding the use of the top the Front Seat)
tether. See Lower Anchors and This vehicle has airbags. A rear
Tethers for Children (LATCH seat is a safer place to secure a
System) 0 86. forward-facing child restraint. See
7. Before placing a child in the Where to Put the Restraint 0 85.
child restraint, make sure it is In addition, the vehicle has a
securely held in place. To passenger sensing system which is
check, grasp the child restraint designed to turn off the front
at the safety belt path and outboard passenger frontal airbag
5. To tighten the belt, push down attempt to move it side to side and knee airbag under certain
on the child restraint, pull the and back and forth. When the conditions. See Passenger Sensing
shoulder portion of the belt to child restraint is properly System 0 74 and Passenger Airbag
tighten the lap portion of the installed, there should be no Status Indicator 0 115 for more
belt, and feed the shoulder belt more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of information, including important
back into the retractor. When movement. safety information.
installing a forward-facing child To remove the child restraint,
restraint, it may be helpful to Never put a rear-facing child seat in
unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and the front. This is because the risk to
use your knee to push down on let it return to the stowed position.
the child restraint as you the rear-facing child is so great,
If the top tether is attached to a top if the airbag deploys.
tighten the belt. tether anchor, disconnect it.
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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When using the lap-shoulder belt to


{ Warning Warning (Continued) secure the child restraint in this
position, follow the instructions that
A child in a rear-facing child forward-facing child restraint in came with the child restraint and the
restraint can be seriously injured the front outboard passenger following instructions:
or killed if the front outboard seat, always move the seat as far
passenger frontal airbag inflates. back as it will go. It is better to 1. Move the seat as far back as it
This is because the back of the secure the child restraint in a will go before securing the
rear-facing child restraint would rear seat. forward-facing child restraint.
Move the seat upward or the
be very close to the inflating See Passenger Sensing System seatback to an upright position,
airbag. A child in a forward-facing 0 74 for additional information. if needed, to get a tight
child restraint can be seriously installation of the child
injured or killed if the front restraint.
outboard passenger frontal airbag If the child restraint uses a top
inflates and the passenger seat is tether, see Lower Anchors and When the passenger sensing
in a forward position. Tethers for Children (LATCH system has turned off the front
System) 0 86 for top tether anchor outboard passenger frontal
Even if the passenger sensing locations. airbag and knee airbag, the off
system has turned off the front indicator on the passenger
Do not secure a child seat in a
outboard passenger airbag(s), no airbag status indicator should
position without a top tether anchor
system is fail-safe. No one can light and stay lit when the
if a national or local law requires
guarantee that an airbag will not vehicle is started. See
that the top tether be anchored, or if
deploy under some unusual Passenger Airbag Status
the instructions that come with the
circumstance, even though the Indicator 0 115.
child restraint say that the top strap
airbag(s) are off. must be anchored. 2. Put the child restraint on
Secure rear-facing child restraints the seat.
In Canada, the law requires that
in a rear seat, even if the forward-facing child restraints have 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run
airbag(s) are off. If you secure a a top tether, and that the tether be the lap and shoulder portions
(Continued) attached. of the vehicle's safety belt
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through or around the restraint.


The child restraint instructions
will show you how.

5. Pull the shoulder belt all the 6. To tighten the belt, push down
way out of the retractor to set on the child restraint, pull the
the lock. When the retractor shoulder portion of the belt to
lock is set, the belt can be tighten the lap portion of the
4. Push the latch plate into the tightened but not pulled out of belt, and feed the shoulder belt
buckle until it clicks. the retractor. back into the retractor. When
installing a forward-facing child
Position the release button on
restraint, it may be helpful to
the buckle, away from the child
restraint system, so that the use your knee to push down on
the child restraint as you
safety belt could be quickly
tighten the belt.
unbuckled if necessary.
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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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 safety 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 passenger sensing system
has turned off the airbags, the off
indicator in the passenger airbag
status indicator will come on and
stay on when the vehicle is started.
If a child restraint has been installed
and the on indicator is lit, see If the
On Indicator Is Lit for a Child
Restraint under Passenger Sensing
System 0 74.
To remove the child restraint,
unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and
let it return to the stowed position.
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Storage Storage Glove Box


Compartments Lift up on the glove box lever to
open it.
Storage Compartments
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 99 { Warning Cupholders
Instrument Panel Storage . . . . . . 99
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Do not store heavy or sharp
Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 objects in storage compartments.
Sunglasses Storage . . . . . . . . . . . 99 In a crash, these objects may
Underseat Storage . . . . . . . . . . . 100 cause the cover to open and
could result in injury.
Additional Storage Features
Cargo Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Cargo Management Instrument Panel Storage
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Convenience Net . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Warning Triangle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Roof Rack System
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . 102
If equipped, pull the rear seat
armrest down to access.

Sunglasses Storage
There may be sunglasses storage
over the driver door. Pull to open.

If equipped, pull the handle to open.


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Underseat Storage Additional Storage


Features
Cargo Cover

{ Warning
An unsecured cargo cover could
strike people in a sudden stop or
turn, or in a crash. Store the
cargo cover securely or remove it
from the vehicle. If equipped, use the cargo cover to
cover items in the rear of the
If equipped, there is storage under vehicle.
the front passenger seat. Lift the
end of the tray up and pull it forward
{ Warning To install, hang the loops on the
liftgate anchors.
to open. Push it in toward the seat Do not place objects on the cargo
to close. cover. Sudden stops or turns can Cargo Management
cause objects to be thrown in the System
vehicle. You or others could be
injured. This vehicle has a cargo
management system in the rear.
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Convenience Net Warning Triangle

Pull the strap to lift.

The vehicle may have a If equipped, the warning triangle is


convenience net. Attach the net to stowed in the rear storage
the cargo tie-downs. compartment.
The net is used to store small loads
and should not be used for heavy
loads.

Fold the load floor. Place the hook


from the load floor inside the hook
on the side trim.
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Roof Rack System Caution

{ Warning Loading cargo on the roof rack


that weighs more than 75 kg
If something is carried on top of (165 lb) or hangs over the rear or
the vehicle that is longer or wider sides of the vehicle may damage
than the roof rack like paneling, the vehicle. Load cargo so that it
plywood, or a mattress the rests evenly between the
wind can catch it while the vehicle crossrails, making sure to fasten
is being driven. The item being cargo securely.
carried could be violently torn off,
and this could cause a collision
To prevent damage or loss of cargo
and damage the vehicle. Never when driving, check to make sure
carry something longer or wider crossrails and cargo are securely
than the roof rack on top of the fastened. Loading cargo on the roof
vehicle unless using a GM rack will make the vehicles center
certified accessory carrier. of gravity higher. Avoid high speeds,
sudden starts, sharp turns, sudden
For vehicles with a roof rack, the braking, or abrupt maneuvers;
rack can be used to load items. For otherwise it may result in loss of
roof racks that do not have control. If driving for a long distance,
crossrails included, GM Certified on rough roads, or at high speeds,
crossrails can be purchased as an occasionally stop the vehicle to
accessory. See your dealer for make sure the cargo remains in its
additional information. place. Do not exceed the maximum
vehicle capacity when loading the
vehicle.
See Vehicle Load Limits 0 199.
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Instruments and Malfunction Indicator Lamp


(Check Engine Light) . . . . . . . . 116
Lamps On Reminder . . . . . . . . . 124
Cruise Control Light . . . . . . . . . . 124
Controls Service Vehicle Soon Light . . . 118
Owner Manual Indicator . . . . . . 118
Door Ajar Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124

Brake System Warning Information Displays


Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Driver Information
Controls Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . 104 Antilock Brake System (ABS)
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . 104 Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 Vehicle Messages
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Operate Pedal Light . . . . . . . . . . 119 Vehicle Messages (Base
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . 105 Up-Shift Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 Level) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Rear Window Wiper/ Power Steering Warning Vehicle Messages
Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 (Uplevel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Lane Departure Warning Battery Voltage and Charging
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 (LDW) Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Vehicle Ahead Indicator . . . . . . 120 Brake System Messages . . . . . 131
Ultrasonic Parking Sensor Compass Messages . . . . . . . . . . 131
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Cruise Control Messages . . . . . 131
Indicators Traction Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Door Ajar Messages . . . . . . . . . . 131
Warning Lights, Gauges, and StabiliTrak OFF Light . . . . . . . . 121 Engine Cooling System
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 Traction Control System (TCS)/ Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 StabiliTrak Light . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Engine Oil Messages . . . . . . . . . 132
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Engine Coolant Temperature Engine Power Messages . . . . . 132
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Fuel System Messages . . . . . . . 133
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Tire Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Key and Lock Messages . . . . . 133
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Engine Oil Pressure Light . . . . 122 Lamp Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Fuel Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . 123 Object Detection System
Safety Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . 114 Immobilizer Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Airbag Readiness Light . . . . . . . 114 Reduced Engine Power Ride Control System
Passenger Airbag Status Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . 124 Security Messages . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Charging System Light . . . . . . . 116 Front Fog Lamp Light . . . . . . . . . 124
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Service Vehicle Messages . . . . 135 Controls Steering Wheel Controls


Tire Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Transmission Messages . . . . . . 136
Vehicle Reminder Steering Wheel
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Adjustment
Window Messages . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Vehicle Personalization
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 137

Some audio steering wheel controls


could differ depending on the
vehicle's options. Some audio
controls can be adjusted at the
To adjust the steering wheel: steering wheel.
1. Pull the lever down. b / g : For vehicles with Bluetooth
2. Move the steering wheel up, or OnStar, press to interact with
down, forward, and backward. those systems. See Bluetooth
(Infotainment Controls Radio with
3. Pull the lever up to lock the Touchscreen) 0 177 or Bluetooth
steering wheel in place. (Infotainment Controls Radio without
Do not adjust the steering wheel Touchscreen) 0 173 or Bluetooth
while driving. (Overview) 0 171 or OnStar (if
equipped).
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$ / i : Press to decline an Horn INT : Move the lever up to INT for


incoming call, to end speech intermittent wipes, then turn the x
recognition, or to end a current call. Press a on the steering wheel pad INT band up for more frequent
Press to silence the vehicle to sound the horn. wipes or down for less frequent
speakers while using the wipes.
infotainment system. Press again to Windshield Wiper/Washer OFF : Use to turn the wipers off.
turn the sound on.
1X : For a single wipe, briefly move
For vehicles with OnStar or
the wiper lever down. For several
Bluetooth systems, press to reject
wipes, hold the wiper lever down.
an incoming call or end a
current call. b : Pull the windshield wiper lever
toward you to spray windshield
_ SRC ^ : Press to select an audio washer fluid and activate the wipers.
source.
The windshield wiper/washer lever The wipers will continue until the
Toggle up or down to select the next is on the right side of the steering lever is released or the maximum
or previous favorite radio station, column. wash time is reached. When the
CD/MP3 track, USB file, iPod/ windshield wiper lever is released,
iPhone song or Bluetooth music. Move the lever to one of the additional wipes may occur
following positions: depending on how long the
Toggle and hold up or down to fast
forward or reverse the radio HI : Use for fast wipes. windshield washer had been
stations, CD/MP3 tracks, USB files, activated. See Washer Fluid 0 257
LO : Use for slow wipes. for information on filling the
iPod/iPhone songs, or Bluetooth
music. windshield washer fluid reservoir.

+ x : Press + or to increase or Wipe Parking


decrease the volume. If the ignition is turned off while the
wipers are on LO, HI, or INT, they
will immediately stop.
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If the windshield wiper lever is then Rear Window Wiper/ Rear Wiper Arm Assembly
moved to OFF before the driver Protection
door is opened or within 10 minutes,
Washer
When using an automatic car wash,
the wipers will restart and move to The rear wiper/washer controls are move the rear wiper control to OFF
the base of the windshield. on the end of the windshield wiper to disable the rear wiper. In some
If the ignition is turned off while the lever. vehicles, if the transmission is in
wipers are performing wipes due to N (Neutral) and the vehicle speed is
windshield washing, the wipers very slow, the rear wiper will
continue to run until they reach the automatically park under the rear
base of the windshield. spoiler.
The wiper operations return to
{ Warning normal when the transmission is no
longer in N (Neutral) or the vehicle
In freezing weather, do not use speed has increased.
the washer until the windshield is ON : Press the upper portion of the
warmed. Otherwise the washer button for continuous rear window Reverse Gear Wipes
fluid can form ice on the wipes. If the rear wiper control is off, the
windshield, blocking your vision. OFF : The rear wiper turns off when rear wiper will automatically operate
the button is returned to the middle continuously when the shift lever is
Clear snow and ice from the wiper position. in R (Reverse), and the front
blades before using them. If frozen INT : Press the lower portion of the windshield wiper is performing low
to the windshield, carefully loosen or button for rear intermittent wipes. or high speed wipes. If the rear
thaw them. Damaged wiper blades wiper control is off, the shift lever is
should be replaced. See Wiper
m= : Push the windshield wiper in R (Reverse), and the front
lever forward to spray washer fluid windshield wiper is performing
Blade Replacement 0 263.
on the rear window. The lever interval wipes, then the rear wiper
Heavy snow or ice can overload the returns to its starting position when automatically performs interval
wiper motor. A circuit breaker will released. wipes.
stop the motor until it cools down.
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This feature can be changed. See 2. Press and hold SET/CLR while Clock
Vehicle Personalization 0 137. the Set Area display is active.
The windshield washer reservoir is
Radio without Touchscreen
used for the windshield and the rear The infotainment system controls
window. Check the fluid level in the are used to access the time and
reservoir if either washer is not date settings through the menu
working. See Washer Fluid 0 257. system. See Operation 0 157 on
how to use the menu system.
Compass Setting the Time and Date
The vehicle may have a compass When Auto Set is enabled the time
display in the Driver Information cannot be manually set.
Center (DIC).
1. Press MENU, then select
Setting the Compass Zone Settings.
Under certain circumstances, such 2. Select Time and Date.
3. Find the vehicle's current
as during a long trip or moving to a
location and zone number on 3. Select Set Time or Set Date.
new area, the compass zone will
the map. Zones 1 through 15
need to be reset. If the compass is 4. Turn MENU to change the
are available.
not set to the correct zone, it may value.
give false readings. The compass 4. Use w x to change to the 5. Press MENU to select the next
zone should be set to the area in correct zone number. value.
which the vehicle is currently
traveling. 5. Press SET/CLR to confirm the 6. Turn MENU to change the
setting. value.
Use the DIC buttons to set the
compass zone: 7. To exit without saving, press
BACK at any time; or to save
1. While the vehicle is in P (Park),
and return to the Time and
press the MENU button to
Date menu, press MENU
display the DIC menu.
multiple times.
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Auto Set 2. To return to the Time and Date When Auto Set is enabled, the time
menu, press BACK at any time. displayed on the clock may not
Auto Set requires an active
update immediately when driving
connection to OnStar. Radio with Touchscreen into a new time zone.
When Auto Set is enabled, the time The infotainment system controls When Auto Set is enabled, the time
displayed on the clock may not are used to access the time and cannot be manually set.
update immediately when driving date settings through the menu
into a new time zone. system. See Operation 0 157 on 1. Press {, then touch Settings.
When Auto Set is enabled, the time how to use the menu system.
2. Touch Time and Date, then
cannot be manually set. Setting the Time and Date Auto Set.
From the Set Time or Set When Auto Set is enabled the time 3. Select from the available
Date menu: cannot be manually set. selections.
1. Press the preset button under 4. Touch 0 to return to the
Auto Set. 1. Press {, then touch Settings.
Time and Date menu.
2. Turn MENU to select Off 2. Touch Time and Date, then Set
(Manual) or On-Cell Network, Time or Set Date. Setting the 12/24 Hour Format
then press MENU to select it 3. Touch + or to adjust the 1. Press {, then touch Settings.
and return to the Time and value.
Date menu. 2. Touch Time and Date, then
4. Touch R or Q to adjust AM or select 12h or 24h format.
3. To exit without saving, press PM for 12 hour format.
BACK at any time. 3. Touch 0 to return to the
5. Touch 0 to return to the Time and Date menu.
Setting the 12/24 Hour Format Time and Date menu.
From the Set Time menu: Setting the Month and Day
Auto Set Format
1. Press the preset button under
12-24 HR to change between Auto Set requires an active 1. Press {, then touch Settings.
12 hour and 24 hour modes. connection to OnStar.
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2. Touch Time and Date, then Set When adding electrical equipment,
Date Format. { Warning be sure to follow the proper
3. Select DD/MM/YYYY (day/ installation instructions included with
Power is always supplied to the the equipment. See Add-On
month/year), MM/DD/YYYY outlets. Do not leave electrical
(month/day/year), or YYYY/ Electrical Equipment 0 237.
equipment plugged in when the
MM/DD (year/month/day) vehicle is not in use because the
format. Caution
vehicle could catch fire and cause
4. Touch 0 to return to the injury or death. Hanging heavy equipment from
Time and Date menu. the power outlet can cause
damage not covered by the
Power Outlets Caution vehicle warranty. The power
outlets are designed for
Power Outlets 12-Volt Direct accessory power plugs only, such
Leaving electrical equipment
Current
plugged in for an extended period as cell phone charge cords.
The accessory power outlets can be of time while the vehicle is off will
used to plug in electrical equipment, drain the battery. Always unplug
such as a cell phone or MP3 player. Power Outlet 110/120 Volt
electrical equipment when not in Alternating Current
The vehicle may have accessory use and do not plug in equipment
power outlets: that exceeds the maximum If equipped, this power outlet is on
20 amp rating. the rear of the center console. It can
. On the center stack. be used to plug in electrical
. On the rear of the center stack, equipment that uses a maximum
if equipped. Certain accessory power plugs may limit of 150 watts.
not be compatible with the
Remove the cover to access and accessory power outlet and could
replace when not in use. overload vehicle or adapter fuses.
If a problem is experienced, see
your dealer.
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back in or turn the Retained Warning Lights,


Accessory Power (RAP) off and
then back on. See Retained Gauges, and
Accessory Power (RAP) 0 210. The
power restarts when equipment
Indicators
using 150 watts or less is plugged Warning lights and gauges can
into the outlet and a system fault is signal that something is wrong
not detected. before it becomes serious enough
The power outlet is not designed for to cause an expensive repair or
and may not work properly, if the replacement. Paying attention to the
following are plugged in: warning lights and gauges could
prevent injury.
. Equipment with high initial peak
An indicator light on the outlet turns wattage such as: Some warning lights come on briefly
on to show it is in use. The light compressor-driven refrigerators when the engine is started to
comes on when the ignition is in and electric power tools. indicate they are working. When
ON/RUN and equipment requiring one of the warning lights comes on
less than 150 watts is plugged into . Other equipment requiring an and stays on while driving, or when
the outlet, and no system fault is extremely stable power supply one of the gauges shows there may
detected. such as: be a problem, check the section that
microcomputer-controlled explains what to do. Waiting to do
The indicator light does not come on electric blankets, touch sensor repairs can be costly and even
when the ignition is in LOCK/OFF or lamps, etc. dangerous.
if the equipment is not fully seated
into the outlet. . Medical equipment.

If equipment is connected using


more than 150 watts or a system
fault is detected, a protection circuit
shuts off the power supply and the
indicator light turns off. To reset the
circuit, unplug the item and plug it
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Instrument Cluster

Base Level Metric, English Similar


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Uplevel English, Metric Similar


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Speedometer Caution
nears empty, a message in the
Driver Information Center (DIC)
The speedometer shows the displays. See Fuel System
vehicle's speed in either kilometers If the engine is operated with the Messages 0 133. The vehicle still
per hour (km/h) or miles per rpms in the warning area at the has a little fuel left, but the vehicle
hour (mph). high end of the tachometer, the should be fueled soon. An arrow on
vehicle could be damaged, and the fuel gauge indicates the side of
Odometer the damage would not be covered the vehicle the fuel door is on.
by the vehicle warranty. Do not
The odometer shows how far the Here are four things that some
operate the engine with the rpms
vehicle has been driven, in either owners ask about. These are
kilometers or miles. in the warning area.
normal and do not indicate a
problem with the fuel gauge:
Trip Odometer Fuel Gauge . At the service station, the gas
The trip odometer shows how far pump shuts off before the gauge
the vehicle has been driven since reads full.
the trip odometer was last reset. . It takes a little more or less fuel
The trip odometer is accessed and to fill up than the gauge
reset through the Driver Information indicated. For example, the
Center (DIC). See Driver gauge may have indicated the
Information Center (DIC) 0 125. fuel tank was half full, but it
actually took a little more or less
Tachometer than half the fuel tank's capacity
to fill it.
The tachometer displays the engine
. The indicator moves a little while
speed in revolutions per
minute (rpm). turning a corner or speeding up.
English Shown, Metric Similar
. The gauge goes back to empty
When the ignition is on, the fuel when the ignition is turned off.
gauge shows how much fuel is left
in the fuel tank. When the indicator
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Safety Belt Reminders Passenger Safety Belt electronic device. To turn off the
Reminder Light reminder light and/or chime, remove
Driver Safety Belt Reminder the object from the seat or buckle
Light The vehicle may also have a the safety belt.
passenger safety belt reminder light.
There is a driver safety belt
reminder light on the instrument Airbag Readiness Light
cluster. This light shows if there is an
electrical problem with the airbag
system. The system check includes
the airbag sensor(s), passenger
sensing system (if equipped), the
When the vehicle is started, this pretensioners, the airbag modules,
light flashes and a chime may come the wiring, and the crash sensing
on to remind passengers to fasten and diagnostic module. For more
When the vehicle is started, this their safety belt. Then the light stays information on the airbag system,
light flashes and a chime may come on solid until the belt is buckled. see Airbag System 0 68.
on to remind the driver to fasten
This cycle continues several times if
their safety belt. Then the light stays
on solid until the belt is buckled. the front passenger remains or
becomes unbuckled while the
This cycle may continue several
vehicle is moving.
times if the driver remains or
becomes unbuckled while the If the front passenger safety belt is
vehicle is moving. buckled, neither the chime nor the
light comes on. The airbag readiness light comes on
If the driver safety belt is buckled,
neither the light nor the chime The front passenger safety belt for several seconds when the
comes on. reminder light and chime may turn vehicle is started. If the light does
on if an object is put on the seat not come on then, have it fixed
such as a briefcase, handbag, immediately.
grocery bag, laptop, or other
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outboard passenger frontal airbag


{ Warning and knee airbag are allowed to
inflate.
If the airbag readiness light stays
on after the vehicle is started or If the word OFF or the off symbol is
comes on while driving, it means lit on the passenger airbag status
the airbag system might not be indicator, it means that the
working properly. The airbags in United States passenger sensing system has
the vehicle might not inflate in a turned off the front outboard
passenger frontal airbag and
crash, or they could even inflate
passenger knee airbag.
without a crash. To help avoid
injury, have the vehicle serviced If, after several seconds, both status
right away. indicator lights remain on, or if there
are no lights at all, there may be a
Canada problem with the lights or the
Passenger Airbag Status passenger sensing system. See
Indicator When the vehicle is started, the your dealer for service.
passenger airbag status indicator
The vehicle has a passenger
sensing system. See Passenger
will light ON and OFF, or the symbol
for on and off, for several seconds
{ Warning
Sensing System 0 74 for important as a system check. Then, after If the airbag readiness light ever
safety information. The instrument several seconds, the status comes on and stays on, it means
panel has a passenger airbag status indicator will light either ON or OFF, that something may be wrong
indicator. or the on or off symbol to let you with the airbag system. To help
know the status of the front avoid injury to yourself or others,
outboard passenger frontal airbag
have the vehicle serviced right
and knee airbag.
away. See Airbag Readiness
If the word ON or the on symbol is Light 0 114 for more information,
lit on the passenger airbag status including important safety
indicator, it means that the front information.
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Charging System Light Malfunction Indicator Caution


Lamp (Check Engine
Light) If the vehicle is driven continually
with this light on, the emission
This light is part of the vehicles control system may not work as
emission control on-board well, the fuel economy may be
diagnostic system. If this light is on lower, and the vehicle may not
while the engine is running, a
run smoothly. This could lead to
This light will come on briefly when malfunction has been detected and
costly repairs that might not be
the ignition is turned on, and the the vehicle may require service. The
light should come on to show that it covered by the vehicle warranty.
engine is not running, as a check to
show it is working. is working when the ignition is in
ON/RUN with the engine not
It should go out when the engine is running for Key Access or in Service
started. If it stays on, or comes on Caution
Only Mode for Keyless Access. See
while driving, there may be a Ignition Positions (Key Access) Modifications to the engine,
problem with the electrical charging 0 203 or Ignition Positions (Keyless transmission, exhaust, intake,
system. Have it checked by your Access) 0 205.
dealer. Driving while this light is on or fuel system, or the use of
could drain the battery. If a short replacement tires that do not
distance must be driven with the meet the original tire
light on, turn off all accessories, specifications, can cause this light
such as the radio and air to come on. This could lead to
conditioner, to help reduce the drain costly repairs not covered by the
on the battery. vehicle warranty. This could also
affect the vehicles ability to pass
Malfunctions are often indicated by an Emissions Inspection/
the system before any problem is Maintenance test. See
noticeable. Being aware of the light Accessories and
and seeking service promptly when
Modifications 0 240.
it comes on may prevent damage.
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If the light is flashing : A . Poor fuel quality can cause not used to perform an Emissions
malfunction has been detected that inefficient engine operation and Inspection/Maintenance test or to
could damage the emission control poor driveability, which may go service the vehicle may affect
system and increase vehicle away once the engine is warmed vehicle operation. See Add-On
emissions. Diagnosis and service up. If this occurs, change the Electrical Equipment 0 237. See
may be required. fuel brand. It may require at your dealer if assistance is needed.
To help prevent damage, reduce least one full tank of the proper The vehicle may not pass
vehicle speed and avoid hard fuel to turn the light off. See inspection if:
accelerations and uphill grades. Fuel 0 233.
. The light is on when the engine
If the light continues to flash, find a If the light remains on, see your is running.
safe place to park. Turn the vehicle dealer.
. The light does not come on
off and wait at least 10 seconds Emissions Inspection and when the ignition is in ON/RUN
before restarting the engine. If the Maintenance Programs with the engine not running for
light is still flashing, follow the Key Access or in Service Only
previous guidelines and see your If the vehicle requires an Emissions
Inspection/Maintenance test, the Mode for Keyless Access.
dealer for service as soon as
possible. test equipment will likely connect to . Critical emission control systems
the vehicle's Data Link have not been completely
If the light is on steady : A Connector (DLC). diagnosed. If this happens, the
malfunction has been detected. vehicle would not be ready for
Diagnosis and service may be inspection and might require
required. several days of routine driving
Check the following: before the system is ready for
. A loose or missing fuel cap may inspection. This can happen if
cause the light to come on. See the 12-volt battery has recently
Filling the Tank 0 234. A few been replaced or run down, or if
driving trips with the cap the vehicle has been recently
The DLC is under the instrument serviced.
properly installed may turn the panel to the left of the steering
light off. wheel. Connecting devices that are
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See your dealer if the vehicle will This symbol is shown when you
not pass or cannot be made ready need to see the owner manual for
for the test. additional instructions or
information.
Service Vehicle Soon
Light Brake System Warning
Light Metric English

With the ignition on, the brake This light should come on briefly
system warning light comes on when the engine is started. If it does
when the parking brake is set. If the not come on then, have it fixed so it
vehicle is driven with the parking will be ready to warn you if there is
brake engaged, a chime sounds a problem.
when the vehicle speed is greater
For vehicles with this light, it comes
on if a condition exists that may
than 8 km/h (5 mph). { Warning
The vehicle brake system consists
require the vehicle to be taken in for The brake system might not be
of two hydraulic circuits. If one
service. working properly if the brake
circuit is not working, the remaining
If the light comes on, take the circuit can still work to stop the system warning light is on.
vehicle to your dealer for service as vehicle. For normal braking Driving with the brake system
soon as possible. performance, both circuits need to warning light on can lead to a
be working crash. If the light is still on after
Owner Manual Indicator If the warning light comes on and a the vehicle has been pulled off
chime sounds there could be a the road and carefully stopped,
brake problem. Have the brake have the vehicle towed for
system inspected right away. service.
This light can also come on due to
low brake fluid. See Brake Fluid If the light comes on while driving,
0 259 for more information. pull off the road and stop carefully.
The pedal might be harder to push
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or might go closer to the floor. It can If the regular brake system warning Up-Shift Light
take longer to stop. If the light is still light is not on, the vehicle still has
on, have the vehicle towed for brakes, but not antilock brakes.
service. See Towing the If the regular brake system warning
Vehicle 0 308. light is also on, the vehicle does not
have antilock brakes and there is a
Antilock Brake System problem with the regular brakes.
See Brake System Warning
(ABS) Warning Light Light 0 118.
The vehicle may have an up-shift
For vehicles with an uplevel Driver light.
Information Center (DIC), see Brake
System Messages 0 131 for all When this light comes on, shift to
brake-related DIC messages. the next higher gear if weather,
road, and traffic conditions allow.
Operate Pedal Light
Power Steering Warning
This light comes on briefly when the
engine is started. Light
If it does not, have the vehicle
serviced by your dealer. If the
system is working normally, the
indicator light then goes off.
If the ABS light stays on, turn the This light comes on when the clutch
ignition off. If the light comes on pedal needs to be applied to start
while driving, stop as soon as it is the vehicle. If equipped, this light comes on
safely possible and turn the ignition briefly when the ignition is turned to
off. Then start the engine again to ON/RUN as a check to show it is
reset the system. If the ABS light working.
stays on, or comes on again while
driving, the vehicle needs service.
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If it does not come on have the Vehicle Ahead Indicator This light indicates a malfunction in
vehicle serviced by your dealer. the system. See your dealer for
If this light stays on, or comes on service.
while driving, the system may not be See Parking Assist 0 227.
working. If this happens, see your
dealer for service. Traction Off Light
Lane Departure Warning
(LDW) Light If equipped, this indicator will
display green when a vehicle is
detected ahead and amber when
you are following a vehicle ahead
much too closely.
See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) If equipped, this light comes on
System 0 228. briefly while starting the engine. If it
does not, have the vehicle serviced
If equipped, this light comes on Ultrasonic Parking by your dealer. If the system is
working normally, the indicator light
briefly while starting the vehicle. If it Sensor Light then turns off.
does not come on, have the vehicle
serviced. The traction off light comes on when
This light is green if LDW is on and the Traction Control System (TCS)
ready to operate. has been turned off by pressing and
releasing the TCS/StabiliTrak
This light changes to amber and button.
flashes to indicate that the lane
marking has been crossed without This light and the StabiliTrak OFF
using a turn signal in that direction. If equipped, this light comes on light come on when StabiliTrak is
briefly while starting the vehicle. If it turned off.
See Lane Departure Warning does not come on, have the vehicle
(LDW) 0 231. serviced.
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If the TCS is off, wheel spin is not Traction Control System See Traction Control/Electronic
limited. Adjust driving accordingly. Stability Control 0 221.
(TCS)/StabiliTrak Light
See Traction Control/Electronic
Stability Control 0 221. Engine Coolant
Temperature Warning
StabiliTrak OFF Light Light

If equipped, the StabiliTrak or TCS


indicator/warning light comes on
briefly when the engine is started.
If the light does not come on, have
If equipped, this light comes on the vehicle serviced by your dealer. This light comes on briefly while
briefly while starting the engine. If it If the system is working normally, starting the vehicle.
does not, have the vehicle serviced the indicator light turns off.
by your dealer. If it does not, have the vehicle
If the light is on and not flashing, the serviced by your dealer. If the
This light comes on when the TCS, and potentially the StabiliTrak system is working normally the
StabiliTrak system is turned off. system have been disabled. A DIC indicator light goes off.
If StabiliTrak is off, the Traction message may display. Check the
Control System (TCS) is also off. DIC messages to determine which Caution
If the TCS is off, the system does feature is not functioning and
not assist in controlling the vehicle. whether the vehicle requires The engine coolant temperature
Turn on the TCS and the StabiliTrak service. warning light indicates that the
systems and the warning light If the indicator/warning light is on vehicle has overheated. Driving
turns off. and flashing, the TCS and/or the with this light on can damage the
See Traction Control/Electronic StabiliTrak system is actively (Continued)
Stability Control 0 221. working.
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When the Light Is On Steady


Caution (Continued) Caution (Continued)
This indicates that one or more of
engine and it may not be covered the tires are significantly The repairs would not be covered
by the vehicle warranty. See underinflated. by the vehicle warranty. Check
Engine Overheating 0 255. Stop as soon as possible, and the oil level as soon as possible.
inflate the tires to the pressure value Add oil if required, but if the oil
The engine coolant temperature shown on the Tire and Loading level is within the operating range
warning light comes on when the Information label. See Tire and the oil pressure is still low,
engine has overheated. Pressure 0 286. have the vehicle serviced. Always
follow the maintenance schedule
If this happens, pull over and turn When the Light Flashes First and
Then Is On Steady for changing engine oil.
off the engine as soon as possible.
See Engine Overheating 0 255. If the light flashes for about a minute
and then stays on, there may be a
Tire Pressure Light problem with the TPMS. If the
problem is not corrected, the light
will come on at every ignition cycle.
See Tire Pressure Monitor
Operation 0 288.
This light should come on briefly as
Engine Oil Pressure Light the engine is started. If it does not
come on, have the vehicle serviced
For vehicles with the Tire Pressure Caution by your dealer.
Monitor System (TPMS), this light
comes on briefly when the engine is Lack of proper engine oil If the light comes on and stays on, it
started. It provides information maintenance can damage the means that oil is not flowing through
about tire pressures and the TPMS. engine. Driving with the engine oil the engine properly. The vehicle
low can also damage the engine. could be low on oil and might have
some other system problem. See
(Continued) your dealer.
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Low Fuel Warning Light Immobilizer Light Reduced Engine Power


Light

This light comes on briefly when the The immobilizer light should come
engine is started. If it does not come on briefly as the engine is started. The reduced engine power light
on have the vehicle serviced by If it does not come on, have the should come on briefly as the
your dealer. vehicle serviced by your dealer. engine is started. If it does not come
If the system is working normally, If the system is working normally, on, have the vehicle serviced by
the indicator light then goes off. the indicator light turns off. your dealer.
This light comes on when the If the light stays on and the engine This light, along with the malfunction
vehicle is low on fuel. When fuel is does not start, there could be a indicator lamp, displays when a
added the light should go off. If it problem with the immobilizer noticeable reduction in the vehicle's
does not, have your vehicle system. See Immobilizer Operation performance occurs.
serviced. (Key Access) 0 43 or Immobilizer
Operation (Keyless Access) 0 44. The vehicle can be driven at a
See Filling the Tank 0 234. reduced speed when the reduced
engine power light is on but
acceleration and speed might be
reduced. If this light stays on, see
your dealer as soon as possible for
diagnosis and repair.
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High-Beam On Light Lamps On Reminder Door Ajar Light

This light comes on when the This light comes on when the This light comes on when a door is
high-beam headlamps are in use. exterior lamps are in use. See open or not securely latched. Before
See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Exterior Lamp Controls 0 146. driving, check that all doors are
Changer 0 146. properly closed.
Cruise Control Light
Front Fog Lamp Light

For vehicles with cruise control, the


For vehicles with front fog lamps, cruise control light is white when the
this light comes on when the front cruise control is on and ready, and
fog lamps are in use. turns green when the cruise control
is set and active.
The light goes out when the front
fog lamps are turned off. See Front The light turns off when the cruise
Fog Lamps 0 148 for more control is turned off. See Cruise
information. Control 0 223.
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Information Displays 1. SET/CLR: Press to set or clear


the menu item displayed.
Remaining Oil Life
This menu is not available while the
Driver Information 2. w / x: Turn the band to vehicle is moving. This display
scroll through the menus. shows an estimate of the oil's
Center (DIC)
remaining useful life. If 99: % is
The DIC displays information about 3. MENU: Press to display the
Trip/Fuel menu and the Vehicle displayed, that means 99% of the
the vehicle. It also displays warning current oil life remains.
messages if a system problem is Information menu. This button
detected. See Vehicle Messages is also used to return to or exit When the remaining oil life is low,
(Base Level) 0 129 or Vehicle the last screen displayed on the : % CHANGE message will
Messages (Uplevel) 0 130. All the DIC. appear on the display. The oil
messages appear in the DIC display Vehicle Information Menu should changed as soon as
in the instrument panel cluster. Items (Base Level DIC) possible. See Engine Oil 0 246. In
addition to the engine oil life system
DIC Operation and Displays Press MENU to view the DIC menu. monitoring the oil life, additional
On some models, the trip odometer Some items display in the upper maintenance is recommended in the
reset stem is used to operate the display area, some in the lower Maintenance Schedule. See
DIC. On other models, the controls display area, and others use both Maintenance Schedule 0 322.
for the DIC are on the turn signal the upper and lower display areas.
Remember, the Oil Life display must
lever. Use w / x to scroll through the be reset after each oil change. It will
menu items. Not all items are not reset itself. Also, be careful not
DIC Buttons
available on every vehicle. The to reset the Oil Life display
following is a list of possible menu accidentally at any time other than
items: when the oil has just been changed.
. Remaining Oil Life It cannot be reset accurately until
the next oil change. To reset the
. Units engine oil life system, press SET/
. Tire Learn CLR while the Oil Life display is
active. See Engine Oil Life
System 0 248.
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Units some models, use the trip odometer the vehicle's fuel economy over
This menu is not available while the reset stem to scroll through the recent driving history and the
vehicle is moving. Press SET/CLR menu. Not all items are available on amount of fuel remaining in the fuel
while the unit display is active and every vehicle. The following is a list tank. Fuel range cannot be reset.
of possible menu items:
move w / x to change units when Average Vehicle Speed
UNIT SET is displayed. Press SET/ . Trip Odometer
This display shows the average
CLR to confirm the setting. Select 1, . Fuel Range speed of the vehicle in kilometers
2, or 3 for the unit display. 1 is per hour (km/h) or miles per
. Average Vehicle Speed
metric units, 2 is Imperial units, and hour (mph). This average is
3 is US units. This will change the . Instantaneous Fuel Economy calculated based on the various
displays on the cluster and DIC to . Average Fuel Economy vehicle speeds recorded since the
the type of measurements selected. last reset of this value. The average
. Timer
Tire Learn speed can be reset by pressing
Trip Odometer SET/CLR or pressing and holding
This display allows for matching of the trip odometer reset stem while
the TPMS sensors. The display will This display shows the current the Average Vehicle Speed display
show a vehicle with the approximate distance traveled, in either is showing.
pressures of all four tires. Tire kilometers (km) or miles (mi), since
pressure is displayed in either the last reset for the trip odometer. Instantaneous Fuel Economy
kilopascal (kPa) or pounds per The trip odometer can be reset to The instantaneous fuel economy
square inch (psi). See Tire Pressure zero by pressing SET/CLR or display shows the current fuel
Monitor System 0 287 and Tire pressing and holding the trip economy in liters per 100 kilometers
Pressure Monitor Operation 0 288. odometer reset stem while the trip (L/100 km) or miles per
odometer display is showing. gallon (mpg). This number reflects
Trip/Fuel Menu Items (Base
Fuel Range only the approximate fuel economy
Level DIC)
that the vehicle has right now and
Press MENU until the Trip/Fuel This display shows the approximate changes frequently as driving
distance the vehicle can be driven
menu is displayed. Use w / x to without refueling. The fuel range
conditions change. This display
scroll through the menu items. On cannot be reset.
estimate is based on an average of
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Average Fuel Economy shown on the DIC. The timer will Digital Speedometer
This display shows the approximate record up to 9 hours, 59 minutes, The digital speedometer, available
average liters per 100 kilometers and 59 seconds (9:59:59) after on some vehicles, shows how fast
(L/100 km) or miles per which the display will return to zero. the vehicle is moving in either
gallon (mpg). This number is To stop the timer, press SET/CLR kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles
calculated based on the number of briefly while Timer is displayed. To per hour (mph). The speedometer
L/100 km (mpg) recorded since the reset the timer to zero, press and cannot be reset.
last time this menu item was reset. hold SET/CLR.
This number reflects only the Trip 1 and Trip 2
Trip/Fuel Menu Items
approximate average fuel economy (Uplevel DIC) This display shows the current
that the vehicle has right now, and distance traveled, in either
will change as driving conditions Press MENU until the Trip/Fuel kilometers (km) or miles (mi), since
change. The fuel economy can be menu is displayed. Use w / x to the last reset for the trip odometer.
reset by pressing SET/CLR or scroll through the menu items. Not The trip odometer can be reset to
pressing and holding the trip all items are available on every zero by pressing SET/CLR while the
odometer reset stem while the vehicle. The following is a list of trip odometer display is showing.
Average Fuel Economy display is possible menu items:
Fuel Range
showing. . Digital Speedometer
This display shows the approximate
Timer . Trip 1 distance the vehicle can be driven
Available on some vehicles, this . Trip 2 without refueling. The fuel range
display can be used as a timer. To estimate is based on an average of
start the timer, press SET/CLR while . Fuel Range the vehicle's fuel economy over
Timer is displayed. The display will . Instantaneous Fuel Economy recent driving history and the
show the amount of time that has amount of fuel remaining in the fuel
passed since the timer was last . Average Fuel Economy tank. Fuel range cannot be reset.
reset, not including time the ignition . Average Vehicle Speed
is off. Time will continue to be . Timer
counted as long as the ignition is
on, even if another display is being . Navigation
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Instantaneous Fuel Economy Average Vehicle Speed briefly while Timer is displayed. To
The instantaneous fuel economy This display shows the average reset the timer to zero, press and
display shows the current fuel speed of the vehicle in kilometers hold SET/CLR.
economy in liters per 100 kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per Navigation
(L/100 km) or miles per hour (mph). This average is
gallon (mpg). This number reflects calculated based on the various This display is used for the
only the approximate fuel economy vehicle speeds recorded since the Turn-by-Turn navigation,
that the vehicle has right now and last reset of this value. The average if equipped.
changes frequently as driving speed can be reset by pressing Vehicle Information Menu
conditions change. Unlike average SET/CLR while the Average Vehicle Items (Uplevel DIC)
economy, this display cannot be Speed display is showing.
reset. Press MENU on the turn signal
Timer lever until Vehicle Information menu
Average Fuel Economy Available on some vehicles, this is displayed. Use w / x to scroll
This display shows the approximate display can be used as a timer. To through the following possible menu
average liters per 100 kilometers start the timer, press SET/CLR while items:
(L/100 km) or miles per Timer is displayed. The display will . Display Units
gallon (mpg). This number is show the amount of time that has
calculated based on the number of passed since the timer was last . Tire Pressure
L/100 km (mpg) recorded since the reset, not including time the ignition . Remaining Oil Life
last time this menu item was reset. is off. Time will continue to be
This number reflects only the counted as long as the ignition is Display Units
approximate average fuel economy on, even if another display is being
that the vehicle has right now, and shown on the DIC. The timer will Move w / x to switch between
will change as driving conditions record up to 99 hours, 59 minutes, metric or US when the Unit display
change. The fuel economy can be and 59 seconds (99:59:59) after is active. Press SET/CLR to confirm
reset by pressing SET/CLR while which the display will return to zero. the setting. This will change the
the Average Fuel Economy display To stop the timer, press SET/CLR displays on the cluster and DIC to
is showing. either metric or English (US)
measurements.
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Tire Pressure Remember, the Oil Life display must Vehicle Messages
The display will show a vehicle with be reset after each oil change. It will
not reset itself. Also, be careful not
the approximate pressures of all
to reset the Oil Life display Vehicle Messages (Base
four tires. Tire pressure is displayed
in either kilopascal (kPa) or pounds accidentally at any time other than Level)
per square inch (psi). See Tire when the oil has just been changed.
DIC messages display when the
Pressure Monitor System 0 287 and It cannot be reset accurately until
status of the vehicle has changed
Tire Pressure Monitor the next oil change. To reset the
and action may be needed to
Operation 0 288. engine oil life system, press SET/
correct the condition. Multiple
CLR while the Oil Life display is
messages appear one after another.
Remaining Oil Life active. See Engine Oil Life
All messages should be taken
This menu is not available while the System 0 248.
seriously.
vehicle is moving. This display
On the base level cluster, vehicle
shows an estimate of the oil's
messages appear as code numbers.
remaining useful life. If REMAINING
Some of these codes may appear
OIL LIFE 99 % is displayed, that
along with the service vehicle soon
means 99% of the current oil life
light and the owner manual symbol
remains.
in the DIC display.
When the remaining oil life is low,
2 : No Remote Detected, Press
the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON
Clutch To Restart
message will appear on the display.
The oil should changed as soon as 4 : A/C Off Due to High
possible. See Engine Oil 0 246. In Engine Temp
addition to the engine oil life system 5 : Steering Column Is Locked
monitoring the oil life, additional
maintenance is recommended in the 7 : Turn Steering Wheel, Turn Key
Maintenance Schedule. See Off, Then On
Maintenance Schedule 0 322. 9 : Turn Steering Wheel, Start
Vehicle Again
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10 : Brakes Overheated 53 : Tighten Gas Cap Engine Oil Messages


15 : Check High Mounted 59 : Open, Then Close Driver
Brake Lamp Window
: % CHANGE
16 : Check Brake Lamps 65 : Theft Attempted This message displays when the
engine oil needs to be changed.
17 : Headlamp Leveling Malfunction 66 : Service Theft Alarm When changing the engine oil, be
Contact Service 67 : Service Steering Column Lock sure to reset the Oil Life System.
18 : Left Low Beam Failure See Engine Oil Life System 0 248,
68 : Service Power Steering, Drive Engine Oil 0 246, and Maintenance
20 : Right Low Beam Failure with Care Schedule 0 322.
21 : Check Left Position Lamp 77 : Service Front Camera
22 : Check Right Position Lamp 79 : Engine Oil Low Add Oil Vehicle Messages
23 : Reversing Lamp Failure 81 : Service Transmission
(Uplevel)
Messages displayed on the DIC
24 : License Plate Lamp Failure 84 : Engine Power Is Reduced
indicate the status of the vehicle or
25 : Left Front Turn Indicator Failure 88 : Use Transmitter Pocket to Start some action that may be needed to
26 : Left Rear Turn Indicator Failure 89 : Service Vehicle Soon correct a condition. Multiple
messages may display one after the
27 : Right Front Turn Indicator 91 : No Remote Detected other.
Failure 92 : No Remote Detected, Press The messages that do not require
28 : Right Rear Turn Indicator Brake To Restart immediate action can be
Failure 93 : Press Button Again To Turn acknowledged and cleared by
35 : Replace Battery In Remote Key Engine Off pressing SET/CLR. The messages
that require immediate action cannot
49 : Lane Departure Warning 94 : Shift to Park be cleared until that action is
Unavailable 95 : Service Airbag performed. All messages should be
52 : Change Timing Belt See taken seriously and clearing the
174 : Low Battery
Owners Manual messages does not correct the
258 : Park Assist Off problem.
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The following are some of the SERVICE BATTERY Compass Messages


vehicle messages that may be CHARGING SYSTEM
displayed depending on your Dashes may be displayed if the
vehicle content. This message is displayed when vehicle temporarily loses
there is a fault in the battery communication with the Global
charging system. Take the vehicle to Positioning System (GPS).
Battery Voltage and your dealer for service.
Charging Messages Cruise Control Messages
BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE Brake System Messages
CRUISE SET TO XXX
This message displays when the BRAKE FLUID LOW
This message displays when the
vehicle has detected that the battery This message is displayed when the cruise control is set and shows the
voltage is dropping beyond a brake fluid level is low. See Brake speed it was set to. See Cruise
reasonable point. The battery saver Fluid 0 259. Control 0 223.
system starts reducing features of
the vehicle that may be noticed. At RELEASE PARKING BRAKE
the point that features are disabled,
Door Ajar Messages
This message is displayed as a
this message displays. Turn off reminder that the parking brake is DOOR OPEN
unnecessary accessories to allow on. Release it before you attempt to
the battery to recharge. This message will display, along
drive. with a symbol on the DIC showing
LOW BATTERY SERVICE PARKING BRAKE which door, when the vehicle has
This message is displayed when the been shifted out of P (Park) or starts
This message is displayed when to move and a door is open. Close
battery voltage is low. See Battery - there is a problem with the parking
North America 0 260. the door completely.
brake. Take the vehicle to your
dealer for service.
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HOOD OPEN If this message continues to appear, sure to reset the Oil Life System.
have the system repaired by your See Engine Oil Life System 0 248,
This message will display when the
dealer as soon as possible to avoid Driver Information Center (DIC)
hood is open. Close the hood
damage to the engine. 0 125, Engine Oil 0 246, and
completely.
Maintenance Schedule 0 322.
ENGINE OVERHEATED
TRUNK OPEN ENGINE OIL HOT, IDLE
IDLE ENGINE
This message will display when the ENGINE
trunk is open. Close the trunk This message displays when the
completely. engine coolant temperature is too This message displays when the
hot. Stop and allow the vehicle to engine oil temperature is too hot.
idle until it cools down. Stop and allow the vehicle to idle
Engine Cooling System until it cools down.
Messages ENGINE OVERHEATED
STOP ENGINE OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP
A/C OFF DUE TO HIGH ENGINE
This message displays and a
ENGINE TEMP continuous chime sounds if the This message displays if low oil
This message displays when the engine cooling system reaches pressure levels occur. Stop the
engine coolant becomes hotter than unsafe temperatures for operation. vehicle as soon as safely possible
the normal operating temperature. Stop and turn off the vehicle as and do not operate it until the cause
To avoid added strain on a hot soon as it is safe to do so to avoid of the low oil pressure has been
engine, the air conditioning severe damage. This message corrected. Check the oil as soon as
compressor automatically turns off. clears when the engine has cooled possible and have the vehicle
When the coolant temperature to a safe operating temperature. serviced by your dealer.
returns to normal, the air
conditioning compressor turns back Engine Oil Messages Engine Power Messages
on. You can continue to drive the
vehicle. CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED
This message displays when the This message displays when the
engine oil needs to be changed. vehicle's engine power is reduced.
When the engine oil is changed, be Reduced engine power can affect
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the vehicle's ability to accelerate. Key and Lock Messages USE TRANSMITTER POCKET
If this message is on, but there is no TO START
reduction in performance, proceed NO REMOTE DETECTED
to your destination. The This message displays when trying
This message displays when the to start the vehicle if an RKE
performance may be reduced the transmitter battery is weak on
next time the vehicle is driven. The transmitter is not detected. The
vehicles with Keyless Access. See transmitter battery may be weak.
vehicle may be driven at a reduced Starting the Vehicle with a Low
speed while this message is on, but See Starting the Vehicle with a Low
Transmitter Battery under Remote Transmitter Battery under Remote
maximum acceleration and speed Keyless Entry (RKE) System
may be reduced. Anytime this Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation (Keyless Access) 0 31 or Operation (Keyless Access) 0 31 or
message stays on, or displays Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
repeatedly, the vehicle should be Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation (Key System Operation (Key
taken to your dealer for service as Access) 0 28.
soon as possible. Access) 0 28.
REPLACE BATTERY IN
Fuel System Messages REMOTE KEY Lamp Messages
FUEL LEVEL LOW This message displays when the AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL
battery in the Remote Keyless Entry ON/OFF
This message displays when the (RKE) transmitter needs to be
vehicle is low on fuel. Refuel as This message is displayed when the
replaced. See Battery automatic light control has been
soon as possible. Replacement under Remote turned on or off. See Automatic
TIGHTEN GAS CAP Keyless Entry (RKE) System Headlamp System 0 147.
Operation (Keyless Access) 0 31 or
This message displays when the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
fuel cap is not on tight. Tighten the System Operation (Key
fuel cap. Access) 0 28.
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CHECK XXX TURN issue. Forward Collision Alert and SERVICE FRONT CAMERA
SIGNAL LAMP the Lane Departure Warning system
If this message remains on after
will not operate.
When one of the turn signals is out, continued driving, the vehicle needs
this message displays to show LANE DEPARTURE WARNING service. Take the vehicle to your
which bulb needs to be replaced. UNAVAILABLE dealer. Do not use the Lane
See Bulb Replacement 0 264 and Departure Warning (LDW) and
Replacement Bulbs 0 271. If your vehicle has the Lane Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
Departure Warning (LDW) system, features.
TURN SIGNAL ON this message may display if the
LDW system cannot activate due to SERVICE PARKING ASSIST
This message is displayed if the
a temporary condition. This message displays if there is a
turn signal has been left on. Turn off
the turn signal. PARK ASSIST OFF problem with the parking assist
system. Do not use this system to
This message displays when the help you park. See Parking
Object Detection System parking assist system has been Assist 0 227.
Messages turned off or when there is a
temporary condition causing the SERVICE SIDE DETECTION
FORWARD COLLISION system to be disabled. See Parking SYSTEM
ALERT OFF Assist 0 227.
If this message remains on after
This message displays when the continued driving, the vehicle needs
SERVICE LANE DEPARTURE
Forward Collision Alert, if equipped, service. Side Blind Zone Alert
cannot activate due to a temporary WARNING
(SBZA) and Rear Cross Traffic Alert
condition. This message displays when the (RCTA) will not work. See your
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) dealer.
FRONT CAMERA BLOCKED system is disabled and needs
CLEAN WINDSHIELD service. See your dealer. SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT OFF
This message displays when the This message displays if the SBZA
camera is blocked. Cleaning the has been turned off.
outside of the windshield behind the
rearview mirror may correct the
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SIDE DETECTION SYSTEM SERVICE STABILITRAK SERVICE POWER STEERING


UNAVAILABLE This message displays if there is a This message displays and a chime
This message indicates that SBZA problem with the StabiliTrak system. may sound when there may be a
and RCTA are disabled either If this message appears, try to reset problem with the power steering
because the sensor is blocked and the system. Stop; turn off the engine system. If this message displays
cannot detect vehicles in the blind for at least 15 seconds; then start and a reduction in steering
zone, or the vehicle is passing the engine again. If this message performance or loss of power
through an open area, such as the still comes on, it means there is a steering assistance is noticed, see
desert, where there is insufficient problem. See your dealer for your dealer.
data for operation. This message service. The vehicle is safe to drive;
may also activate during heavy rain however, you do not have the SERVICE VEHICLE SOON
or due to road spray. The vehicle benefit of StabiliTrak, so reduce This message displays if there is a
does not need service. For cleaning, your speed and drive accordingly. problem with the vehicle. Take the
see Washing the Vehicle under vehicle to your dealer for service.
Exterior Care 0 311. Security Messages
Tire Messages
Ride Control System THEFT ATTEMPTED
This message displays if the vehicle SERVICE TIRE MONITOR
Messages SYSTEM
detects a tamper condition.
SERVICE TRACTION This message displays if there is a
CONTROL Service Vehicle Messages problem with the Tire Pressure
This message displays when there Monitor System (TPMS). See Tire
SERVICE AC SYSTEM Pressure Monitor Operation 0 288.
is a problem with the Traction
Control System (TCS). When this This message displays if there is a
problem with the air conditioning
TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE
message is displayed, the system
will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your system. Take the vehicle to your This message displays when the
driving accordingly. See your dealer dealer for service. system is learning new tires. See
for service. Tire Pressure Monitor
Operation 0 288.
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TIRE PRESSURE LOW ADD Transmission Messages Vehicle Reminder


AIR TO TIRE Messages
SERVICE TRANSMISSION
On vehicles with the Tire Pressure
Monitor System (TPMS), this This message displays if there is a ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE
message displays when the problem with the transmission. See WITH CARE
pressure in one or more of the your dealer. This message displays when ice
vehicle's tires is low. SHIFT TO PARK conditions are possible.
The low tire pressure warning light This message displays when the
will also come on. See Tire transmission needs to be shifted to
Window Messages
Pressure Light 0 122. P (Park). This may appear when OPEN, THEN CLOSE DRIVER/
If a tire pressure message attempting to remove the key from PASSENGER WINDOW
displays, inflate the tires until the the ignition or from the vehicle if the
tire pressure is equal to the values vehicle is not in P (Park). This message is displayed when the
shown on the Tire and Loading window needs to be reprogrammed.
Information label. See Tires 0 279, TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE If the vehicle's battery has been
Vehicle Load Limits 0 199, and Tire ENGINE discharged or disconnected, you
Pressure 0 286. may need to program each front
This message displays and a chime
window for the express-up feature to
More than one tire pressure sounds if the transmission fluid in
work. See Power Windows 0 47.
message can be received at a time. the vehicle gets hot. Driving with the
The DIC also shows the tire transmission fluid temperature high
pressure values. See Driver can cause damage to the vehicle.
Information Center (DIC) 0 125. Stop the vehicle and let it idle to
allow the transmission to cool. This
message clears when the fluid
temperature reaches a safe level.
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Vehicle Entering the Personalization Maximum Startup Volume


Menus
Personalization When the vehicle is started and the
Select Settings from the radio volume is greater than this set
Personalization Menu (Radio Home Page. level, the volume is adjusted to this
without Touchscreen) The following menus may be level.
The audio system controls are used available: Select the desired value.
to access the personalization . Time and Date Vehicle Settings
menus for customizing vehicle . Tone Settings
features. Select and the following may
. Auto Volume Control display:
The following are all possible
personalization features. Depending . Maximum Startup Volume . Comfort and Convenience
on the vehicle, some may not be . Vehicle Settings . Collision/Detection Systems
available.
Time and Date . Languages
MENU : Turn to scroll through the
menus or setup items. Press to Select Time and Date to adjust the . Lighting
enter the menus and select the clock. See Clock 0 107. . Power Door Locks
menu items. .
Tone Settings Remote Lock, Unlock, Start
BACK : Press to exit or return to .
Select to set the radio tone. See Return to Factory Settings
the previous screen or menu.
Tone Settings under Radio . Software Information
To access a menu: Controls without Touchscreen in
1. Press MENU. Operation 0 157. Comfort and Convenience
2. Turn MENU to the Auto Volume Control Select and the following may
desired menu. display:
This feature automatically adjusts
3. Press MENU to select. the radio volume based on the . Chime Volume
Menus and functions may vary speed of the vehicle. . Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear
depending on vehicle options. Select the desired value.
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Chime Volume Side Blind Zone Alert . Auto Door Unlock


This allows this feature to be This allows this feature to be turned . Delayed Door Lock
changed. on or off. See Side Blind Zone Alert
(SBZA) 0 230. Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out
Select Normal or High.
Select On or Off. When on, this feature will keep the
Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear driver door from locking when the
This allows this feature to be turned Languages door is open. If this feature is turned
on or off. When on, and the front on, the Delayed Door Lock menu
Select, then select from the
wipers are on, the rear window will not be available.
available language(s).
wiper will turn on automatically Select Off or On.
The selected language may not
when the vehicle is shifted into
support all infotainment features. Auto Door Unlock
R (Reverse).
Select On or Off. Lighting This allows selection of which of the
doors will automatically unlock when
Collision/Detection Systems Select the Lighting menu and the the vehicle is shifted into P (Park)
following may be displayed: with an automatic transmission or
If equipped, select and the following . Exit Lighting when the vehicle is turned off with a
may display:
manual transmission.
. Park Assist Exit Lighting
Select Off, All Doors, or Driver Door.
. Side Blind Zone Alert Select to set how long the exterior
lamps stay on when leaving the Delayed Door Lock
Park Assist vehicle and it is dark outside. See When on, this feature will delay the
This allows this feature to be turned Exit Lighting 0 150. locking of the doors. To override the
on or off. Select the desired time. delay, press the power door lock
Select On or Off. switch on the door.
Power Door Locks
Select Off or On.
Select and the following may
display:
. Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out
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Remote Lock, Unlock, Start Remote Lock Feedback the vehicle. See Remote Keyless
Select to set which type of feedback Entry (RKE) System Operation
Select and the following may
(Keyless Access) 0 31 or Remote
display: is given when pressing Q on the Keyless Entry (RKE) System
. Remote Unlock Light Feedback RKE transmitter. See Remote Operation (Key Access) 0 28.
Keyless Entry (RKE) System
. Remote Lock Feedback Operation (Keyless Access) 0 31 or Select Driver Door Only or All
. Remote Door Unlock Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Doors.
. System Operation (Key Passive Door Lock
Passive Door Unlock
Access) 0 28.
. Passive Door Lock This allows passive locking to be
Select Off, Lights and Horn, Lights turned on or off and selects
. Remote Left in Vehicle Alert Only, or Horn Only. feedback. See Remote Keyless
Remote Unlock Light Feedback Remote Door Unlock Entry (RKE) System Operation
(Keyless Access) 0 31 or Remote
When on, the exterior lamps will Select to set which doors will unlock Keyless Entry (RKE) System
flash when unlocking the vehicle when pressing K on the RKE Operation (Key Access) 0 28.
with the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter. See Remote Keyless
(RKE) transmitter. See Remote Select Off, On, or On With Horn
Entry (RKE) System Operation Chirp.
Keyless Entry (RKE) System (Keyless Access) 0 31 or Remote
Operation (Keyless Access) 0 31 or Keyless Entry (RKE) System Remote Left in Vehicle Alert
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Operation (Key Access) 0 28.
System Operation (Key This feature sounds an alert when
Access) 0 28. Select Driver Door or All Doors. the RKE transmitter is left in the
vehicle. This menu also enables
Select Off or Flash Lights. Passive Door Unlock Remote No Longer Left in Vehicle
Select to set which doors will unlock alert.
when the RKE transmitter is within Select Off or On.
range and using the button on the
outside driver door handle to unlock
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Return to Factory Settings 2. Touch Settings. Time and Date


Select to return all vehicle Touch the menu item to select it. Select Time and Date to adjust the
personalizations to the default Each of the menus is detailed in the clock. See Clock 0 107.
settings. following information.
Language
Select Yes or No. Settings menus and functions may
vary depending on vehicle options. Select, then select from the
Software Information available language(s).
The following list of menu items may
Select to view the radio software be available: Valet Mode (If Equipped)
information.
. Time and Date This will lock the infotainment
Personalization Menu (Radio . Language system and steering wheel controls.
with Touchscreen) It may also limit access to vehicle
. Valet Mode storage locations (if equipped).
Settings can be made with the
ignition on and the vehicle not . Radio To enable valet mode:
moving. . Vehicle 1. Enter a four-digit code on the
The following are all possible . Bluetooth keypad.
personalization features. Depending 2. Touch Enter to go to the
. Apple CarPlay
on the vehicle, some may not be confirmation screen.
available. . Android Auto
3. Re-enter the four-digit code.
{ : Press to access the Home . USB Auto Launch
Page Menu. Touch LOCK or UNLOCK to lock or
. Turn Display Off unlock the system. Touch Back to
Q or R : Touch to scroll through the . Rear Camera go back to the previous menu.
menus or setup items.
. Return to Factory Settings Radio
0 : Touch to exit or return to the
previous screen or menu. . Software Information Select and the following may
To access the menu: display:
. Manage Favorites
1. Press {.
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. Audible Touch Feedback Select Off, Low, Medium-Low, Remote Start Heated Seats
. Text Scroll Medium, Medium-High, or High. When on, this feature will turn the
. Tone Settings Maximum Startup Volume heated seats on when using the
remote start on cold days.
. Auto Volume This feature sets the maximum
startup volume. If the vehicle is Select On or Off.
. Maximum Startup Volume started and the volume is greater Collision/Detection Systems
Manage Favorites than this level, the volume is
adjusted to this level. To set the Select and the following may
Touch to set the number of favorites maximum startup volume, press + display:
to display. or to increase or decrease. . Park Assist
Audible Touch Feedback Vehicle . Rear Cross Traffic Alert
This allows Audible Touch Select and the following may . Side Blind Zone Alert
Feedback to be turned on or off. display:
Select Off or On. Park Assist
. Climate and Air Quality
This allows the feature to be turned
Text Scroll . Collision/Detection Systems on or off. See Parking Assist 0 227.
Select to see text scroll on the . Comfort and Convenience Select Off, On, or On with Towbar
screen. Attached.
. Lighting
Select Off or On.
. Power Door Locks Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Tone Settings This allows the Rear Cross Traffic
. Remote Lock, Unlock, Start
Select to adjust the radio tone. See Alert feature to be turned on or off.
Operation 0 157. Climate and Air Quality
Select Off or On.
Auto Volume Select and the following may
display: Side Blind Zone Alert
This feature adjusts the volume This allows this feature to be turned
. Remote Start Heated Seats
based on vehicle speed and on or off. See Side Blind Zone Alert
ambient noise. (SBZA) 0 230.
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Select On or Off. Vehicle Locator Lights Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out
Comfort and Convenience This feature will flash the exterior When on, this feature will keep the
lamps and allows the headlamps, driver door from locking when the
Select and the following may parking lamps, taillamps, and most door is open. If this feature is turned
display: of the interior lamps to turn on on, the Delayed Door Lock menu
. Chime Volume briefly when K on the Remote will not be available.
. Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is Select Off or On.
pressed to locate the vehicle.
Chime Volume Auto Door Unlock
Select Off or On.
Select to set the chime volume This allows selection of which of the
level. Exit Lighting doors will automatically unlock when
Touch + or to adjust the volume. This allows the selection of how the vehicle is shifted into P (Park).
long the exterior lamps stay on Select Off, All Doors, or Driver Door.
Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear when leaving the vehicle when it is
This allows this feature to be turned dark outside. Delayed Door Lock
on or off. When on, and the front Select Off, 30 Seconds, 60 When on, this feature will delay the
wipers are on, the rear window Seconds, or 120 Seconds. locking of the doors. To override the
wiper will turn on automatically delay, press the power door lock
when the vehicle is shifted into Power Door Locks switch on the door.
R (Reverse). Select and the following may Select Off or On.
Select On or Off. display:
Remote Lock, Unlock, Start
Lighting . Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out
Select and the following may
Select and the following may . Auto Door Unlock display:
display: . Delayed Door Lock . Remote Unlock Light Feedback
. Vehicle Locator Lights . Remote Lock Feedback
. Exit Lighting . Remote Door Unlock
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. Remote Start Auto Heat Seats Remote Start Auto Heat Seats Select Off, On, or On With Horn
. Passive Door Unlock If equipped and turned on, this Chirp.
. Passive Door Lock feature will turn the heated seats on Remote Left in Vehicle Alert
when using remote start on
. Remote Left in Vehicle Alert cold days. This feature sounds an alert when
the RKE transmitter is left in the
Remote Unlock Light Feedback Select Off, On-Driver and vehicle.
When on, the exterior lamps will Passenger, or On-Driver.
Select Off or On.
flash when unlocking the vehicle Passive Door Unlock
with the RKE transmitter. Bluetooth
Select to set which doors will unlock
Select Off or Flash Lights. when the RKE transmitter is within Select and the following may
range and using the button on the display:
Remote Lock Feedback
outside driver door handle to unlock . Discoverable
This allows selection of what type of the vehicle. See Remote Keyless
feedback is given when locking the . Device Information
Entry (RKE) System Operation
vehicle with the RKE transmitter. (Keyless Access) 0 31 or Remote . Device Management
Select Off, Lights and Horn, Lights Keyless Entry (RKE) System . Change Pairing PIN
Only, or Horn Only. Operation (Key Access) 0 28.
. Ringtones
Remote Door Unlock Select Driver Door Only or All
Doors. . Sort Order
This allows selection of which doors . Voice Mail Numbers
Passive Door Lock
will unlock when pressing K on the
This allows passive locking to be . Text Message Alerts
RKE transmitter.
turned on or off and selects Discoverable
Select All Doors or Driver Door. feedback. See Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) System Operation This allows the system to find a
(Keyless Access) 0 31 or Remote device.
Keyless Entry (RKE) System Select Off or On.
Operation (Key Access) 0 28.
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Device Information Voice Mail Numbers Android Auto


See information about the device This feature displays the voice mail Select and the following may
name, address, and PIN code. number for all connected phones. display:
To change the voice mail number, . Android Auto
Device Management
select 8 or EDIT. Type a new
Select to connect to a different number, then select SAVE. . Manage Android Auto Devices
phone source, disconnect a phone,
Text Message Alerts Android Auto
or delete a phone.
This allows the feature to be turned This feature allows Android devices
Change Pairing PIN to be connected to the infotainment
on or off.
Select to change the PIN of a system through a USB port.
device. Select Off or On.
Select Off or On.
Ringtones Apple CarPlay
Manage Android Auto Devices
Press to change the ring tone for Select and the following may
display: Select to manage Android devices.
the specific phone. The phone does Android Auto must be on for this
not need to be connected to change . Apple CarPlay feature to be accessed.
the ring tones.
. Manage Apple CarPlay Devices USB Auto Launch
Sort Order
Apple CarPlay This allows Android and Apple
Select to change the order of the
This feature allows Apple devices to CarPlay devices to automatically
contacts list.
be connected to the infotainment connect when plugged into the
Select First/Last or Last/First. system through a USB port. USB port.
Select Off or On. Select Off or On.
Manage Apple CarPlay Devices
Select to manage Apple devices.
Apple CarPlay must be on for this
feature to be accessed.
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Turn Display Off Reset Vehicle Settings


Select to turn the display off. Press This allows selection of restoring
anywhere on the display area or any vehicle settings.
faceplate button to turn the Select Continue or Cancel.
display on.
Clear All Private Data
Rear Camera
Select to clear all private information
Select and the following may from the vehicle.
display:
Select Continue or Cancel.
. Guidance Lines
Restore Radio Settings
. Rear Park Assist Symbols
This allows selection to restore
Guidance Lines radio settings.
Select to turn Off or On. See Rear Select Continue or Cancel.
Vision Camera (RVC) 0 225.
Software Information
Rear Park Assist Symbols
Select to view the infotainment
Select to turn Off or On. See Rear system current software information.
Vision Camera (RVC) 0 225.
Return to Factory Settings
Select and the following may
display:
. Reset Vehicle Settings
. Clear All Private Data
. Restore Radio Settings
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Lighting Exterior Lighting Headlamp High/


Low-Beam Changer
Exterior Lamp Controls
Exterior Lighting
Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . 146
Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Daytime Running
Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Automatic Headlamp
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . 148
Turn and Lane-Change
The exterior lamp control is on the 3 : Push the turn signal lever away
Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 from you and release, to turn the
instrument panel to the left of the
Front Fog Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 high beams on.
steering column.
Interior Lighting There are four positions: To return to low beams, push the
Instrument Panel Illumination lever again or pull it toward you and
Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 O : Turns the exterior lamps off. release.
Courtesy Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 AUTO : Turns the exterior lamps on
Dome Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 and off automatically depending on
Reading Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 outside lighting.
Lighting Features ; : Turns on the parking lamps
Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 including all lamps, except the
Exit Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 headlamps.
Battery Load Management . . . 151 5 : Turns on the headlamps
Battery Power Protection . . . . . 151 This indicator light turns on in the
together with the parking lamps and instrument cluster when the
instrument panel lights. high-beam headlamps are on.
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Flash-to-Pass When the DRL are on, only the Automatic Headlamp
low-beam headlamps, at a reduced
To flash the high beams, pull the level of brightness, will be on. The
System
turn signal lever all the way toward taillamps, sidemarker, instrument If equipped, the headlamps come on
you. Then release it. panel, and other lamps will not automatically when it is dark enough
be on. outside and the exterior lamp
Daytime Running The headlamps automatically control is in the automatic position.
Lamps (DRL) change from DRL to the regular See Exterior Lamp Controls 0 146.
Daytime Running Lamps can make headlamps depending on the
it easier for others to see the front of darkness of the surroundings. The
your vehicle during the day. Fully other lamps that come on with the
functional DRL are required on all headlamps will also come on.
vehicles first sold in Canada. When it is bright enough outside,
A light sensor on top of the the headlamps go off and the DRL
instrument panel makes the DRL come on.
work, so be sure it is not covered. To turn the DRL off or on again, turn
The DRL system makes the the exterior lamp control to the off
low-beam headlamps come on at a position and then release. For
reduced brightness when the vehicles first sold in Canada, the
following conditions are met: DRL can only be turned off when
the transmission is in P (Park). The vehicle has a light sensor on
. The ignition is in the ON/
RUN mode. top of the instrument panel. Make
sure it is not covered, or the
. The exterior lamp control is headlamps will be on when they are
in AUTO. not needed.
. The engine is running. The system may also turn on the
headlamps when driving through a
parking garage or tunnel.
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Lights On with Wipers | : Press to make the front and The lever returns to its starting
rear turn signal lamps flash on and position when it is released.
If the windshield wipers are
activated in daylight with the engine off. This warns others that you are If after signaling a turn or lane
on, and the exterior lamp control is having trouble. Press again to turn change the arrow flashes rapidly or
in AUTO, the headlamps, parking the flashers off. does not come on, a signal bulb
lamps, and other exterior lamps may be burned out. Replace any
come on. The transition time for the Turn and Lane-Change burned out bulbs. If a bulb is not
lamps coming on varies based on Signals burned out, check the fuse. See
wiper speed. When the wipers are Fuses and Circuit Breakers 0 272.
not operating, these lamps turn off.
Move the exterior lamp control to P Front Fog Lamps
or ; to disable this feature.

Hazard Warning Flashers

Move the lever all the way up or


down to signal a turn.
An arrow on the instrument cluster
The fog lamps button is on the
will flash in the direction of the turn
instrument panel to left of the
or lane change.
steering wheel.
Raise or lower the lever until the
To turn on the fog lamps, the ignition
arrow starts to flash to signal a lane
and the headlamps or parking lamps
change. The turn signal flashes
must be on.
three times.
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# : If equipped, press to turn on or Interior Lighting Courtesy Lamps


off. An indicator light on the
The courtesy lamps come on
instrument cluster comes on when Instrument Panel automatically when any door is
the fog lamps are on.
Illumination Control opened and the dome lamp is in the
Some localities have laws that door position.
require the headlamps to be on
along with the fog lamps. Dome Lamps
Front and Rear Dome Lamps

The brightness of the instrument


panel cluster display, infotainment
display and controls, steering wheel
controls, and all other illuminated
controls, as well as feature status
indicators can be adjusted.
The knob for this feature is on the
instrument panel beside the steering The front dome lamp controls are in
column. the overhead console.
Turn the knob clockwise or ( : Press to turn the lamps off,
counterclockwise to brighten or dim even when a door is open.
the lights.
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H : When the button is returned to Reading Lamps Lighting Features


the middle position, the lamps turn
on automatically when a door is Entry Lighting
opened.
Some exterior lamps and interior
' : Press to turn on the dome lamps turn on briefly at night, or in
lamps.
areas with limited lighting, when K
is pressed on the Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) transmitter. When a
door is opened, the interior lamps
come on. They stay on for about
20 seconds. When all of the doors
have been closed or the ignition is
turned to ON/RUN, they gradually
fade out.
The front reading lamps are in the
overhead console. This feature can be changed. See
Vehicle Locator Lights under
# or $ : Press to turn each lamp Vehicle Personalization 0 137.
on or off.

The rear dome lamp controls are in Exit Lighting


the headliner above the rear seats. Some exterior lamps and interior
9 : Press to turn the lamps off, lamps come on when the key is
even when a door is open. removed from the ignition. The
exterior and interior lamps remain
H : When the button is returned to on for a set amount of time, then
the middle position, the lamps turn automatically turn off.
on automatically when a door is
opened. If equipped with Keyless Access,
the exterior lamps automatically turn
R : Press to turn on the dome lamps. on when the drivers door is opened
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after the ignition is turned to OFF. voltage move up or down. This is Normally, these actions occur in
The interior lights turn on when the normal. If there is a problem, an steps or levels, without being
ignition is turned to OFF. alert will be displayed. noticeable. In rare cases at the
The exterior lamps turn off The battery can be discharged at highest levels of corrective action,
immediately by turning the exterior idle if the electrical loads are very this action may be noticeable to the
lamp control off. high. This is true for all vehicles. driver.

This feature can be changed. See This is because the generator


(alternator) may not be spinning fast Battery Power Protection
Vehicle Personalization 0 137.
enough at idle to produce all the The battery saver feature protects
power needed for very high against draining the vehicle's
Battery Load electrical loads. battery.
Management A high electrical load occurs when If some interior lamps or the manual
The vehicle has Electric Power several of the following are on, such parking lamps or headlamps are left
Management (EPM) that estimates as: headlamps, high beams, fog on and the ignition is turned off, the
the battery's temperature and state lamps, rear window defogger, battery rundown protection system
of charge. It then adjusts the voltage climate control fan at high speed, automatically turns the lamp off after
for best performance and extended heated seats, engine cooling fans, some time.
life of the battery. trailer loads, and loads plugged into
accessory power outlets. To restart the 10 minute timer, turn
When the battery's state of charge
the exterior lamp control to the O
is low, the voltage is raised slightly EPM works to prevent excessive
to quickly bring the charge back up. discharge of the battery. It does this position and then back to the ;
When the state of charge is high, by balancing the generator's output or 5 position. To keep the lamps
the voltage is lowered slightly to and the vehicle's electrical needs. on for more than 10 minutes, the
prevent overcharging. If the vehicle It can increase engine idle speed to ignition must be in the ACC/
has a voltmeter gauge or a voltage generate more power, whenever ACCESSORY or ON/RUN position.
display on the Driver Information needed. It can temporarily reduce
Center (DIC), you may see the the power demands of some
accessories.
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Infotainment Bluetooth (Infotainment


Controls Radio with
Introduction
System Touchscreen) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Apple CarPlay and Infotainment
Android Auto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181 Read the following pages to
Introduction Hands-Free Phone . . . . . . . . . . . 182 become familiar with the features.
Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 Trademarks and License
Theft-Deterrent Feature . . . . . . 153
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Agreements { Warning
Trademarks and License
Home Page (Radio with Taking your eyes off the road for
Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
Touchscreen) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157 too long or too often while using
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157 any infotainment feature can
cause a crash. You or others
Radio
AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 could be injured or killed. Do not
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163 give extended attention to
Radio Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164 infotainment tasks while driving.
Multi-Band Antenna . . . . . . . . . . 165 Limit your glances at the vehicle
displays and focus your attention
Audio Players on driving. Use voice commands
Avoiding Untrusted Media whenever possible.
Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
USB Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Auxiliary Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171 The infotainment system has built-in
features intended to help avoid
Phone distraction by disabling some
Bluetooth (Overview) . . . . . . . . . 171 functions when driving. These
Bluetooth (Infotainment functions may gray out when they
Controls Radio without are unavailable. Many infotainment
Touchscreen) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
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features are also available through Theft-Deterrent Feature


the instrument cluster and steering
wheel controls. The infotainment system has an
electronic security system installed
Before driving: to prevent theft.
. Become familiar with the The infotainment system only works
operation, faceplate buttons, and in the vehicle in which it was first
screen buttons. installed, and cannot be used in
. Set up the audio by presetting another vehicle.
favorite stations, setting the
tone, and adjusting the
speakers.
. Set up phone numbers in
advance so they can be called
easily by pressing a single
button or by using a single voice
command if equipped with
Bluetooth phone capability.
See Defensive Driving 0 193.
To play the infotainment system with
the ignition off, see Retained
Accessory Power (RAP) 0 210.
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Overview 4. 7
Radio without Touchscreen . Radio: Press and release to
go to the previous station.
Press and hold to fast seek
the previous strongest
station.
. USB/Bluetooth Music:
Press and release to go to
the previous file. Press and
hold to fast rewind the file.
5. 6
. Radio: Press and release to
go to the next station. Press
and hold to fast seek the
1. O 2. RADIO next strongest station.
. . Press to select AM or FM. . USB/Bluetooth Music:
Press and hold to turn the
system on and off. Press and release to go to
3. MEDIA the next file. Press and hold
. Press to mute the system. . Press to select a different to fast forward the file.
. Turn to adjust the volume. audio source.
. Turn to cancel mute when
the audio system is muted.
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6. PHONE 9. Preset Buttons 14


. Press to activate Bluetooth . Press and hold to store a
or OnStar, if equipped. station.
7. BACK . Press to go to a preset
. Press to go to the previous favorite station.
screen. 10. FAV
. Press to cancel entered . Press to go to a
content. favorite page.
8. MENU
. Press to open menus and
select menu items.
. Turn to highlight menu
items or to set values while
in a menu.
. Turn to manually select
radio stations.
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Radio with Touchscreen 1. {


. Press to go to the Home
Page. See Home Page
(Radio with
Touchscreen) 0 157.
2. g
. Radio: Press and release to
go to the previous station or
channel. Press and hold to
fast seek the previous
strongest station or
channel.
. USB/Bluetooth Music/
Pictures: Press and release
to go to the previous track.
Press and hold to fast
rewind.
3. O
. Press to turn the power on.
. Press and hold to turn the
power off.
. Press to mute the system
when on.
. Turn to decrease or
increase the volume.
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4. d Home Page Features Settings : Touch to access the


Personalization menu. See Vehicle
. Radio: Press and release to Personalization 0 137.
go to the next station or
channel. Press and hold to OnStar : If equipped, touch to
fast seek the next strongest access the OnStar menu. See
station or channel. OnStar Overview 0 351.
. USB/Bluetooth Music/
Pictures: Press and release
Operation
to go to the next track. Radio Controls without
Press and hold to fast Touchscreen
forward. Press { to go to the Home Page. The infotainment system is operated
5. 5 Audio : Touch to select AM, FM, by using the pushbuttons,
. or USB/iPod/Bluetooth Audio. multifunction knobs, and menus
Press and release to
shown on the display.
access the phone screen, Gallery : Touch to view a picture.
answer an incoming call, Turning the System On or Off
or access the device home Phone : Touch to activate the
screen. phone features, if equipped. See O : Press and hold to turn the
Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls system on and off.
Radio with Touchscreen) 0 177 or
Home Page (Radio with Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls Automatic Switch-Off
Touchscreen) Radio without Touchscreen) 0 173 If the infotainment system has been
or Bluetooth (Overview) 0 171. turned on after the ignition is turned
Touchscreen Buttons
Projection : Touch to access off, the system will turn off
If equipped, touchscreen buttons supported devices when connected. automatically after 10 minutes.
show on the screen when available. See Apple CarPlay and Android
When a function is unavailable, the Auto 0 181.
button may gray out. When a
function is selected, the button may
highlight.
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Volume Control . Turn a system setting on or off. 5. Press MENU.


O : Turn to adjust the volume or to BACK: 6. Turn MENU to the
cancel mute when the audio system Press to: desired tone.
is muted. 7. Press MENU to select the
. Exit a menu.
PHONE : Press to activate OnStar. desired tone.
See OnStar Overview 0 351. . Go back to the previous menu
screen. 8. Turn MENU to adjust the
Press to mute the audio system. desired tone.
Press again to cancel mute. . Delete the last character in a
sequence. 9. Press MENU to save the
Menu System setting.
. Press and hold to delete the
entire character sequence. 10. Press BACK to go back to the
Controls
Tone Settings menu.
The MENU knob and BACK button Submenus
are used to navigate the menu Adjusting the EQ (Equalizer)
A bar on the right-hand edge of the
system. 1. Press MENU.
menu indicates that it has a
MENU Knob: submenu with other options. 2. Turn MENU to Settings.
Turn to: Tone Settings 3. Press MENU.
. Highlight a menu option. The tone settings can be set for 4. Turn MENU to Tone Settings.
. Select a value. each radio band and each audio 5. Press MENU.
. player source.
Manually select radio stations. 6. Turn MENU to EQ.
Press to: Adjusting the Bass, Midrange,
7. Press MENU.
Treble, Fader, and Balance
. Enter the menu system. 8. Turn MENU to the desired
1. Press MENU.
. Select or activate the highlighted setting, then press MENU to
menu option. 2. Turn MENU to Settings. select it.
. Confirm a set value. 3. Press MENU.
4. Turn MENU to Tone Settings.
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9. Continue pressing BACK to go The level of volume compensation Automatic Switch-Off


back to the Tone can be selected, or the feature can If the infotainment system has been
Settings menu. be turned off. turned on after the ignition is turned
System Settings 1. Press MENU. off, the system will turn off
2. Turn MENU to Settings. automatically after 10 minutes.
Configuring the Number of
Favorite Pages 3. Press MENU. Volume Control
Up to six favorite pages can be 4. Turn MENU to Auto Volume O : Turn to increase or decrease.
saved, and each page can store up Control. O : Press when the system is on to
to four radio stations. mute and unmute the system.
5. Press MENU.
To configure the number of available System Settings
6. Select the desired setting.
favorite pages:
7. Press BACK to exit. Auto Volume
1. Press MENU.
2. Turn MENU to Set Number of Radio Controls with This feature automatically adjusts
Favorites Pages. Touchscreen the radio volume to compensate for
road and wind noise.
3. Press MENU. The infotainment system is operated
by using the pushbuttons, menus The level of volume compensation
4. Turn MENU to the desired shown on the display, and steering can be selected, or the feature can
number of pages. wheel controls. be turned off.
5. Press MENU to select the 1. Touch MENU from a source
Turning the System On or Off
desired number of pages. screen.
6. Press BACK to exit.
O : Press to turn the radio on.
Press and hold to turn the radio off. 2. Select Auto Volume.
Auto Volume Control 3. Select the desired setting.
This feature automatically adjusts 4. Touch 3 to go back to the
the radio volume to compensate for source screen.
road and wind noise.
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Tone Settings Radio Radio Data System (RDS)


The tone settings can be set for RDS is a service by FM stations
each radio band and each audio AM-FM Radio that makes it easier to find radio
player source. stations with fault-free reception.
Playing the Radio without
Preset Tone Settings RDS stations are indicated by the
Touchscreen program service name with
1. Touch MENU.
Audio Source Menu broadcasting frequency.
2. Touch Tone Settings.
O : Press and hold to turn the Selecting a Band
3. Select a preset tone setting. system on and off. Turn to increase
or decrease the volume or to cancel Press RADIO to choose AM or FM.
Custom Tone Settings The last station that was playing
mute when the audio system is
1. Touch MENU. muted. starts playing again.
2. Touch Tone Settings. MENU : Turn to change the radio Selecting an Auxiliary Device
3. Touch Custom. station. Press MEDIA to select a connected
. Bass, Midrange, or Treble: RADIO : Press to select AM auxiliary device.
Touch or +. and FM.
Selecting a Station
. Fader or Balance: Adjust 7 or 6 : Press to seek the
previous or next station. Seek Tuning
the front/rear or left/right
speakers by dragging the Press and hold to quick seek a If the radio station is not known:
dot in the vehicle image on station. Press 7 or 6 to automatically
the screen.
FAV : Press to open the favorites search for available radio stations.
4. Touch 3 to go back to the list and select a favorite page or
view the radio station and current Press and hold 7 or 6 to change
source screen.
song playing information. the radio stations as desired, then
release to stop at the next available
Preset Buttons 14 : Press to station.
select preset stations.
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Favorites List content. The system stores the RDS Storing Stations
There are two ways to select a stations sorted by program type in Press FAV to select the desired
station from the Favorites List: the FM category list. page of saved favorites.
. Press FAV repeatedly, until the To search for a programming type To store the station to a position in
desired FAV page is displayed, determined by station: the list, press and hold the
then press the preset button of 1. From the FM menu, turn MENU corresponding preset button 14
the desired FAV station. to select FM Category List, until a beep is heard.
. Press FAV, turn MENU until the then press MENU.
Playing the Radio with
desired FAV station is 2. Turn MENU to move to the Touchscreen
highlighted, then press MENU to desired station, then press
select the desired FAV station. MENU to receive the selected Audio Source Menu
broadcasting channel. { : Press to go to the Home Page.
Stations List
1. From AM or FM, turn MENU to Update Stations List O : Press to turn on, mute,
select Stations List, then press From AM or FM, press MENU, turn or unmute the system. Press and
to select. MENU to Update Stations List, then hold to turn off the system.
2. Turn MENU to move to the press MENU. Selecting a Band
desired station from the During the AM or FM broadcasting
Stations List, then press to list update, press the preset button 1. Press {.
receive the station. under Cancel or BACK to stop the 2. Touch AUDIO.
updates.
Category List 3. Touch Source.
Most stations that broadcast an Storing a Station as a Favorite 4. Select AM, FM, or SXM,
RDS program type code specify the Stations from all bands can be if equipped.
type of programming transmitted. stored in any order in the favorite The last station that was playing
Some stations change the program pages. starts playing again.
type code depending on the
Up to four stations can be stored in
each favorite page.
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Selecting an Auxiliary Device Favorite Storing a Station as a Favorite


Connect the auxiliary device to the 1. Touch S or T to scroll through Stations from all bands can be
AUX input terminal. Play will begin the favorite pages. stored in any order in the favorite
when the system has finished pages.
reading the information on the 2. Touch the station to select it.
Up to 15 stations can be stored.
device. Station List
If the auxiliary device is already Storing Stations
1. From the AM or FM menu,
connected: touch Menu. To store the station to a position in
the list, touch the corresponding
1. Press {. 2. Select Station List. button 15 until a beep is heard.
2. Touch AUDIO. 3. Touch Q or R to scroll through 1. Select the desired station.
3. Touch Source. the list. Touch the station to
select it. 2. Touch S or T to select the
4. Select the device. desired page of saved
Update Station List favorites.
Selecting a Station
. From the AM or FM menu, touch 3. Touch and hold any of the
Seek Tuning Menu, then touch Update Station preset buttons to save the
If the radio station is not known: List. The broadcasting list current radio station to that
updating will begin. button of the selected
Press g or d to automatically . During the AM or FM favorites page.
search for available radio stations. broadcasting list update, touch To change a preset button, tune to
Direct Tune Cancel to stop the updates. the new desired radio station and
From the AM or FM menu: Menu touch and hold the preset button.

1. Touch Tune. Touch to choose between available


2. Enter the station number. menus for the current source.

3. Touch Go.
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Satellite Radio Listening to SiriusXM Radio Listening to Preset Channels


If equipped, vehicles with an 1. Press {. 1. Touch S or T repeatedly to
SiriusXM Satellite Radio tuner and select the desired
2. Touch AUDIO.
a valid SiriusXM Satellite Radio favorites page.
subscription can receive SiriusXM 3. Touch Source.
2. Touch the preset button to
programming. 4. Touch SXM and the most listen to the channel.
SiriusXM Satellite Radio recent listened to SiriusXM
channel will display. Using the SiriusXM Menu
Service
Selecting a Category Operation
SiriusXM is a satellite radio service
based in the 48 contiguous United From Menu, touch Categories, then 1. Touch MENU on the SXM radio
States and 10 Canadian provinces. touch the desired category or from screen.
SiriusXM Satellite Radio has a wide
Categories, touch Q or R to find the 2. Touch the menu to select the
variety of programming and desired item or to display the
commercial-free music, coast to desired channel. Touch the channel
to select it. detail menu item.
coast, and in digital-quality sound.
During your trial or when you Selecting a Channel 3. Touch 0 to return to the
subscribe, you will get unlimited previous menu.
access to SiriusXM Radio Online for Press g or d to seek the previous
when you are not in the vehicle. or next channel. Channel List
A service fee is required to receive 1. Touch Channel List from the
the SiriusXM service. If SiriusXM Using the Preset Buttons SXM menu. The channel list is
service needs to be reactivated, the Up to three favorites pages can be displayed.
radio will display "No Subscription saved, and each page can store up
Please Renew" on channel SXM1. to five channels. 2. Touch Q or R to find the
For more information, contact desired channel. Touch the
To change a preset button, tune to channel to select it.
SiriusXM at www.siriusxm.com or
the new desired channel and hold
1-888-601-6296 (U.S.), and
the button.
www.siriusxm.ca or 1-877-438-9677
(Canada).
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Tone Settings Radio Reception interfere with radio reception. When


1. Touch Tone Settings. See this happens, try reducing the treble
Frequency interference and static on the radio.
Tone Settings under can occur during normal radio
Operation 0 157. reception if items such as mobile SiriusXM Satellite Radio
2. Touch 0. phone chargers, vehicle Service
convenience accessories, and
SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service
Auto Volume external electronic devices are
gives digital radio reception from
1. Touch Auto Volume. See Auto plugged into the accessory power
coast to coast in the 48 contiguous
Volume under outlet. If there is interference or
United States, and in Canada. Just
Operation 0 157. static, unplug the item from the
as with FM, tall buildings or hills can
accessory power outlet.
interfere with satellite radio signals,
2. Touch 0. FM causing the sound to fade in and
Categories out. In addition, traveling or standing
FM signals only reach about 16 to under heavy foliage, bridges,
1. Touch Categories. 65 km (10 to 40 mi). Although the garages, or tunnels may cause loss
radio has a built-in electronic circuit of the SiriusXM signal for a period
2. Touch Q or R to find the that automatically works to reduce
desired category. Touch the of time.
interference, some static can occur,
category to select it. especially around tall buildings or Cell Phone Usage
Explicit Content Filter hills, causing the sound to fade in
Cell phone usage, such as making
and out.
When on, only a filtered list of or receiving phone calls, charging,
channels will be received. When off, AM or just having the phone on may
all regular SXM programming cause static interference in the
The range for most AM stations is radio. Unplug the phone or turn it off
subscribed to will be received. greater than for FM, especially at if this happens.
1. Touch SXM Explicit Filter. night. The longer range can cause
station frequencies to interfere with
2. Select to enable or disable.
each other. Static can occur when
things like storms and power lines
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Multi-Band Antenna . iPods/iPhones


Audio Players
The multi-band antenna is on the . Portable USB Hard Drives
roof of the vehicle. The antenna is Avoiding Untrusted Media Not all iPods and USB drives are
used for the AM-FM radio, OnStar, Devices compatible with the USB port.
the SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service
When using media devices such as Make sure the iPod has the latest
System, and GPS (Global
CDs, DVDs, Blu-ray Discs, SD firmware from Apple for proper
Positioning System), if the vehicle
has these features. Keep the cards, USB devices, and mobile operation. iPod firmware can be
antenna clear of obstructions for devices, consider the source. updated using the latest iTunes
Untrusted media devices could application. See www.apple.com/
clear reception.
contain files that affect system itunes.
If the vehicle has a sunroof, and it is operation or performance. Avoid use
open, reception can also be For help with identifying your iPod,
if the content or origin cannot be go to www.apple.com/support.
affected. trusted.
The USB port can play both lower
and upper case .mp3, .wma, .ogg,
USB Port and .wav files stored on a USB
Using the USB Port storage device.
The infotainment system can play Supported Apple Devices
music by connecting an auxiliary See your dealer for details.
device to the USB port.
USB Supported File and Folder
USB Support Structure
If equipped, the USB connector is in The infotainment system supports:
the center stack below the climate
controls, and uses the USB 2.0 . FAT16.
standard. . FAT32.
USB Supported Devices . exFAT.
. USB Flash Drives
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Connecting a USB Storage Using MP3/WMA/OGG/WAV Files . Do not connect and reconnect
Device or iPod/iPhone . Music files with .mp3, .wma, the USB device repeatedly in a
.ogg, and .wav file name short time, as this may cause
To connect a USB storage device, static electricity and problems
connect the device to the USB port. extensions can be played.
using the device.
To connect an iPod/iPhone, connect . MP3 files that can be played: Bit
. Use a USB device with a metal
one end of the devices cable to the rate: 8 kbps to 320 kbps.
Sampling frequency: 48 kHz, connecting terminal.
iPod/iPhone and the other end to
the USB port. 44.1 kHz, 32 kHz, 24 kHz, 22.05 . Connection with i-Stick Type
kHz, and 16 kHz. USB storage devices may be
The iPod/iPhone charges while it is faulty due to vehicle vibration.
connected to the vehicle if the . Files with a bit rate above
vehicle is in ACC/ACCESSORY or 128 kbps will result in higher . Do not touch the USB
ON/RUN. See Ignition Positions quality sound. connecting terminal.
(Key Access) 0 203 or Ignition . ID3 Tag information for MP3 . Only USB storage devices
Positions (Keyless Access) 0 205. files, such as the album name formatted in FAT16/32 or exFAT
When the vehicle is turned off, the and the artist, can be played. file systems are recognized.
iPod/iPhone automatically powers NTFS and other file systems are
off and will not charge or draw . To display album title, track title,
and artist information, the file not recognized.
power from the vehicle's battery.
should be compatible with the . The time it takes to process files
For more information on USB ID3 Tag V1 and V2 formats. will depend on the USB storage
usage, see Audio System device type and capacity, and
Information following. Using USB Storage Devices and
iPod/iPhone the type of files stored.
Audio System Information . Use a USB or flash memory type . Some USB storage device files
The infotainment system can play storage device. Do not connect may not be compatible.
the music files contained in the USB using a USB adaptor. . Up to two USB devices and one
storage device or iPod/iPhone iPod can be played through a
products. USB hub. All devices may not be
supported, depending on the
performance of the USB hub.
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If there is not enough power . USB storage device that are in . When the iPod/iPhone is
supply, it may not operate capacity with a limit of 5,000 connected to the USB port by
normally. files, such as music, photo, using the iPod/iPhone cable, the
. Do not disconnect the USB video, 15 stages of folder Bluetooth music is not
storage device while it is playing. structure. Normal usage cannot supported.
This may cause damage to the be guaranteed for a storage . The iPod/iPhone playback
product or affect the device that exceeds this limit. functions and the information
performance of the USB device. The iPod/iPhone can play all displayed may be different when
music files that are supported. played on the infotainment
. Disconnect the USB storage The music file lists will only
device when the ignition is system.
display up to 5,000 files on the
turned off. If the ignition is turned screen. These files are sorted in
on while the USB device is alphabetical order.
connected, the USB device may
. Some iPod/iPhone product
be damaged or may not operate
normally. models may not support the
connectivity or functionality of
. USB storage devices can only this product.
be connected for playing music,
. Only connect the iPod/iPhone
viewing photo files,
or upgrading. with connection cables
supported by iPod/iPhone .
. Do not use the USB terminal to Refer to the table for the
products. Other connection
charge USB accessory classification items related to the
cables cannot be used.
equipment. The heat generated search function provided by the
. The iPod/iPhone may be iPod/iPhone.
may cause performance issues
or damage. damaged if it is connected to the
vehicle with the ignition on. USB Player
. Music files to which Digital Right When not in use, disconnect the Playing Music from a USB Device
Management (DRM) is applied iPod/iPhone. . Connect the USB device to the
cannot be played.
USB port.
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. Play will start automatically after To stop the USB device and select Scanning Forward or Backward
the system has finished reading another media source, touch
the USB device. Source, then select the other Touch and hold g or l during
source. playback to rewind or fast forward.
. If a non-readable USB device is Release the button to resume
connected, an error message To remove the USB device, select playback at normal speed.
displays and the system will another function, then remove the
switch to the previous audio USB device. Playing a File Randomly
function. Pause Touch Z during playback.
. Touch j to pause. . ON: Plays all files randomly.
. OFF: Returns to normal
. Touch r to resume.
playback.
Changing to Next/Previous Files Using the USB Music Menu
. Touch l to change to the . Touch Menu during playback.
next file.
. Touch g within five seconds of
If the USB device is already the playback time to play the
previous file.
connected:
Returning to the Beginning of the
1. Press {. Current File
2. Touch AUDIO.
Touch g after five seconds of the
3. Touch Source. playback time.
4. Touch USB. . Touch the desired menu.
Browse Music
1. Touch Browse Music.
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2. Touch the desired music. iPod/iPhone Player To remove the device, select
Tone Settings This feature is limited to models another function, then remove the
supporting the iPod/iPhone device.
. Touch Tone Settings. The Tone
Settings menu is displayed. See connection. Pause
Tone Settings under AM-FM Playing Music Files . Touch j to pause.
Radio 0 160. . Connect the iPod/iPhone to the
. Touch r to resume.
Auto Volume USB port.
. Touch Auto Volume. The Auto . Play will start from the previously Changing to Next/Previous Song
Volume menu is displayed. See played point after the system . Touch l to change to the
Auto Volume under AM-FM has finished reading the USB next song.
Radio 0 160. device.
Traffic Program (If Equipped) . If a non-readable USB device is . Touch g within two seconds of
connected, an error message the playback time to play the
. Touch On or Off. previous file.
displays and the system will
MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) switch to the previous audio Returning to the Beginning of the
. Connect an MTP supported function. Current File
device. If the iPod/iPhone is already Touch g after two seconds of the
. Play will start automatically after connected: playback time.
the system has finished reading 1. Press {. Scanning Forward or Backward
the MTP device.
2. Touch AUDIO. Touch and hold g or l during
. If a non-readable MTP device is
connected, an error message 3. Touch Source. playback to rewind or fast forward.
displays and the system will Release the button to resume
4. Touch iPod.
switch to the previous audio playback at normal speed.
function. To stop the device and select
Playing a File Randomly
another media source, touch
Source, then select the other Touch Z during playback.
source.
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. ON: Plays all files randomly. Picture System Information Some features are disabled while
. OFF: Returns to normal the vehicle is in motion.
The infotainment system can view
playback. picture files stored on a USB Viewing a Slide Show
Using the iPod Menu storage device and devices that
support Media Transfer 1. Touch z from the picture
. Touch Menu during playback. Protocol (MTP). screen.
. Touch the appropriate . Supported file extensions: .jpg, 2. Touch the screen to cancel the
play mode. .bmp, .png, .gif. slide show during the slide
Browse Music show playback.
. Animated GIF files are not
1. Touch Browse Music. supported. Viewing a Previous or Next
Picture
2. Touch the desired music. . Some files may not operate due
to a different recording format or Touch S or T from the picture
Tone Settings the condition of the file. screen.
. Touch Tone Settings. The Tone
Viewing Pictures Rotating a Picture
Settings menu is displayed. See
Tone Settings under AM-FM 1. Connect the USB device to the Touch w from the picture screen.
Radio 0 160. USB port.
Auto Volume 2. Touch the screen to open to full Enlarging a Picture
. Touch Auto Volume. The Auto screen. Touch the screen again Touch x from the picture screen.
to return to the previous
Volume menu is displayed. See Using the USB Picture Menu
screen.
Auto Volume under AM-FM
Radio 0 160. If the USB device is already 1. Touch MENU from the picture
connected: screen.
1. Press {. 2. Touch the appropriate menu:
. Slide Show Time: Allows
2. Touch GALLERY.
selection of the slide show
interval.
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. Clock, Temp. Display: Play will begin when the system has
Allows selection of On or finished reading the information on
Phone
Off to show the clock and the device.
temperature on the full Bluetooth (Overview)
Playing Music
screen. If equipped with Bluetooth
. Display Settings: Adjusts To play music from the device, if the capability, the system can interact
for Brightness and Contrast. device is already connected: with many Bluetooth phones, PDAs,
or other devices to:
3. Touch 0 to exit. 1. Press {.
. Place and receive hands-free
2. Touch AUDIO. calls.
Auxiliary Devices 3. Touch Source. . Transmit hands-free data.
Using the Auxiliary Input Jack 4. Touch AUX. . Play audio streaming files.
Settings menus and functions may 5. Touch 0. . Placing outgoing calls by voice
vary depending on vehicle options. recognition.
To adjust the tone settings, see
The auxiliary input jack can be used Tone Settings in Operation 0 157. The device must be paired first. See
to connect external audio devices Pairing under Bluetooth
such as an iPod, iPhone, MP3 (Infotainment Controls Radio with
player, and other supported devices Touchscreen) 0 177 or Bluetooth
for use as another source for audio (Infotainment Controls Radio without
listening. This input jack is not an Touchscreen) 0 173 or Bluetooth
audio output; do not plug (Overview) 0 171.
headphones into the front auxiliary
input jack. To minimize driver distraction,
before driving, and with the vehicle
The auxiliary input jack is in the parked:
center stack. The infotainment
system can play music connected . Become familiar with the
by the auxiliary device. features of the cell phone.
Organize the phone book and
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contact lists clearly and delete There may be restrictions on using


duplicate or rarely used entries. { Warning Bluetooth wireless technology in
If possible, program speed dial some locations.
or other shortcuts. When using a cell phone, it can
be distracting to look too long or Due to the variety of Bluetooth
. Review the controls and too often at the screen of the devices and their firmware versions,
operation of the infotainment phone or the infotainment system. the device may respond differently
system. Taking your eyes off the road too when performing over Bluetooth.
. Pair cell phone(s) to the vehicle. long or too often could cause a On a current phone call, an image
The system may not work with crash resulting in injury or death. of the current contact from the
all cell phones. See Pairing Focus your attention on driving. phone's contact list may be
under Bluetooth (Infotainment displayed. Not all phones are
Controls Radio with compatible with this feature.
Touchscreen) 0 177 or Bluetooth Vehicles with a Bluetooth system
can use a Bluetooth-capable cell Refer to the cell phone
(Infotainment Controls Radio manufacturers user guide for
without Touchscreen) 0 173 or phone with a Hands-Free Profile to
make and receive phone calls. The questions about the phone's
Bluetooth (Overview) 0 171. Bluetooth functionality.
infotainment system is used to
. See Deleting a Bluetooth control the system. The system can
Device under Bluetooth Bluetooth Controls
be used while in ACC/ACCESSORY
(Infotainment Controls Radio or ON/RUN. See Retained If equipped with Bluetooth capability,
with Touchscreen) 0 177 or Accessory Power (RAP) 0 210. Not use the buttons on the infotainment
Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls all phones support all functions and system and the steering wheel to
Radio without Touchscreen) not all phones work with the operate the system.
0 173 or Bluetooth Bluetooth system. See
(Overview) 0 171. www.gm.com/bluetooth for more
information about compatible
phones in the U.S. and
Canada only.
The Bluetooth system range can be
up to 9.1 m (30 ft).
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Steering Wheel Controls Bluetooth (Infotainment . The pairing process is disabled


when the vehicle is moving.
Controls Radio without
. Pairing only needs to be
Touchscreen) completed once, unless the
To use infotainment controls to pairing information on the cell
access the menu system, see phone changes or the cell phone
Overview 0 154. is deleted from the system.
Pairing . Only one paired cell phone can
be connected to the Bluetooth
A Bluetooth-enabled cell phone system at a time.
must be paired to the Bluetooth
system and then connected to the . If multiple paired cell phones are
vehicle before it can be used. See within range of the system, the
your cell phone manufacturer's user system connects to the first
guide for Bluetooth functions before available paired cell phone in the
b / g : Press to interact with pairing the cell phone. If a Bluetooth order that they were first paired.
Bluetooth or OnStar, if equipped. phone is not connected, calls will be When the Bluetooth device and
See Bluetooth (Infotainment made using OnStar Hands-Free infotainment system are
Controls Radio with Touchscreen) Calling, if available. See OnStar successfully paired, the phone book
0 177 or Bluetooth (Infotainment Overview 0 351. is downloaded automatically. This is
Controls Radio without dependent on the type of phone
Touchscreen) 0 173 or Bluetooth Pairing Information
paired. If the automatic download
(Overview) 0 171 or OnStar . A Bluetooth phone with MP3 does not occur, proceed with the
Overview 0 351. capability cannot be paired to phone book download on the
$ / i : Press to silence the the vehicle as a phone and an phone.
vehicle speakers only. Press again MP3 player at the same time.
to turn the sound on. Press to reject . Up to five cell phones can be
an incoming call or end a paired to the Bluetooth system.
current call.
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Pairing a Phone SSP and No 3. Turn MENU to the desired Pairing a Phone No SSP and No
Paired Device device to pair. Paired Device
When there is no paired device on 4. Press MENU to select the When there is no paired device on
the infotainment system and Simple desired device to pair. the infotainment system and SSP is
Secure Pairing (SSP) is supported: 5. When the Bluetooth device and not supported:
1. Press PHONE or press g on infotainment system are 1. Press PHONE or press g on
the steering wheel without successfully paired, the phone the steering wheel without
OnStar. screen is displayed on the OnStar.
infotainment system. If no
2. Press Pair to search for desired device is available go 2. Press Pair to search for
Bluetooth Devices. to Step 6. Bluetooth Devices.
3. When the Bluetooth device and 6. Press Add to search for the 3. Input the Personal
infotainment system are desired device. Identification Number (PIN)
successfully paired, the phone code (default: 1234) to the
screen is displayed on the . The connected phone is Bluetooth device. When the
infotainment system. highlighted by 5. Bluetooth device and
infotainment system are
Pairing a Phone SSP and Paired . Z / 5 indicates the hands-free successfully paired, the
Device and phone music functions are PHONE screen is displayed on
When a paired device is on the enabled. the infotainment system.
infotainment system and SSP is . 5 indicates only the hands-free When the connection fails, a failure
supported:
function is enabled. message is displayed on the
1. Press PHONE or press g on infotainment system.
the steering wheel without
. Z indicates only Bluetooth
music is enabled. If a Bluetooth device was previously
OnStar. connected, the infotainment system
2. Press MENU, then select executes the auto connection.
Bluetooth Devices. However, if the Bluetooth setting on
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the Bluetooth device is turned off, a 6. Press Add to search for the 3. Press MENU to select
failure message is displayed on the desired device. Bluetooth Devices.
infotainment system. . The connected phone is 4. Turn MENU to highlight the
Pairing a Phone No SSP and highlighted by 5. desired Bluetooth device.
Paired Device 5. Press Disconnect.
When a paired device is on the
. Z / 5 indicates the hands-free
and phone music functions are Deleting a Bluetooth Device
infotainment system and SSP is not
enabled. 1. Press PHONE.
supported:
1. Press PHONE or press g on
. 5 indicates only the hands-free 2. Turn MENU to highlight
function is enabled. Bluetooth Devices.
the steering wheel without
OnStar. . Z indicates only Bluetooth 3. Press MENU to select
2. Press MENU, then select music is enabled. Bluetooth Devices.
Bluetooth Devices. Checking the Bluetooth 4. Turn MENU to highlight the
3. Turn MENU to the desired Connection desired Bluetooth device.
device to pair. 1. Press PHONE. 5. Press Delete.
4. Press MENU to select the 2. Turn MENU to highlight Bluetooth Music
desired device to pair. Bluetooth Devices. Before playing Bluetooth music,
5. Input the Personal 3. Press MENU to select read the following information.
Identification Number (PIN) Bluetooth Devices. . A cell phone or Bluetooth device
code (default: 1234) to the
Bluetooth device. When the 4. The paired device will show. that supports Advanced Audio
Bluetooth device and Distribution Profile (A2DP)
Disconnecting a Bluetooth Device versions over 1.2 must be
infotainment system are
1. Press PHONE. registered and connected to the
successfully paired, Z / 5 is product.
displayed on the pair device 2. Turn MENU to highlight
screen. If no desired device is Bluetooth Devices.
available go to Step 6.
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. From the cell phone or Bluetooth discontinued. Playing music from Turn MENU to highlight r, then
device, find the Bluetooth device the car is not possible when press MENU to resume.
type to set/connect the item as a there are no music files stored in
stereo headset. the cell phone. Playing the Next Song
. e will appear on the screen if . For Bluetooth music to play, the Turn MENU to highlight l, then
the stereo headset is music must be played at least press MENU to pause.
successfully connected. once from the music player
mode of the cell phone or Playing the Previous Song
. The sound played by the Bluetooth device after
Bluetooth device is delivered Turn MENU to highlight g, then
connecting as a stereo headset. press MENU within two seconds of
through the infotainment system. After being played at least once, playback time to play the
. Bluetooth music can be played the music player will previous song.
only when a Bluetooth device automatically play upon entering
has been connected. To play play mode, and it will Returning to the Beginning of the
Bluetooth music, connect the automatically stop when the Current Song
Bluetooth phone to the music player mode ends. If the
cell phone or Bluetooth device is Turn MENU to highlight g, then
infotainment system.
not in the waiting screen mode, press MENU after two seconds of
. If the Bluetooth device is playback time.
some devices may not
disconnected while playing automatically play in Bluetooth
phone music, the music is Search
music play mode.
discontinued. The audio Turn MENU to highlight g or l,
streaming function may not be Playing Bluetooth Music then press and hold MENU to
supported in some Bluetooth Press Media repeatedly, until rewind or fast forward.
phones. Only one function can Bluetooth Audio is selected.
be used at a time between the Playing Music Randomly
Bluetooth hands-free or Phone Pause
music function. For example, Turn MENU to highlight Z, then
if you convert to Bluetooth Turn MENU to highlight j, then press MENU during playback. Press
hands-free while playing Phone press MENU to pause. MENU again to return to
music, the music is normal play.
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This function may not be supported . Sounds may be cut off during Pairing Information
depending on the cell phone. the Bluetooth music playback. . A Bluetooth phone with MP3
Do not change the track too quickly . The infotainment system outputs capability cannot be paired to
when playing Bluetooth music. the audio from the cell phone or the vehicle as a phone and an
Conditions that may occur when Bluetooth device as it is MP3 player at the same time.
playing Bluetooth music: transmitted. . Up to 10 cell phones can be
. It takes time to transmit data paired to the Bluetooth system.
Bluetooth (Infotainment
from the cell phone to the . The pairing process is disabled
infotainment system. Controls Radio with when the vehicle is moving.
. If the cell phone or Bluetooth Touchscreen) . Pairing only needs to be
device is not in the waiting To use infotainment controls to completed once, unless the
screen mode, it may not access the menu system, see pairing information on the cell
automatically play. Overview 0 154. phone changes or the cell phone
. The infotainment system is deleted from the system.
Pairing
transmits the order to play from . Only one paired cell phone can
the cell phone in the Bluetooth A Bluetooth-enabled cell phone be connected to the Bluetooth
music play mode. If this is done must be paired to the Bluetooth system at a time.
in a different mode, then the system and then connected to the
vehicle before it can be used. See . If multiple paired cell phones are
device transmits the order to within range of the system, the
stop. Depending on the cell your cell phone manufacturer's user
guide for Bluetooth functions before system connects to the first
phones options, this order to available paired cell phone in the
play/stop may take time to pairing the cell phone. If a Bluetooth
phone is not connected, calls will be order that they were first paired.
activate.
made using OnStar Hands-Free When the Bluetooth device and
. If the Bluetooth music playback Calling, if available. See OnStar infotainment system are
is not functioning, then check to Overview 0 351. successfully paired, the phone book
see if the cell phone is in the is downloaded automatically. This is
waiting screen mode. dependent on the type of phone
paired. If the automatic download
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does not occur, proceed with the Pairing a Phone SSP and Paired . Z / 5 indicates the hands-free
phone book download on the Device and phone music functions are
phone. When a paired device is on the enabled.
Pairing a Phone SSP and No infotainment system and SSP is
Paired Device supported:
. 5 indicates only the hands-free
function is enabled.
When there is no paired device on 1. Press {.
the infotainment system and Simple . Z indicates only Bluetooth
Secure Pairing (SSP) is supported: 2. Touch SETTINGS. music is enabled.
3. Touch Bluetooth, then Device Pairing a Phone No SSP and No
1. Press {. Management. Paired Device
2. Touch PHONE, press 5 on the 4. Touch the desired device to When there is no paired device on
faceplate, or press g on the pair. When the Bluetooth the infotainment system and SSP is
steering wheel without OnStar. device and infotainment system not supported:
are successfully paired, Z / 5
3. Touch Search Device. 1. Press {.
is displayed on the pair device
4. Touch the desired device to screen. If no desired device is 2. Touch PHONE, press 5 on the
pair on the searched list available go to Step 5.
screen. faceplate, or press g on the
5. Touch Search Device to search steering wheel without OnStar.
5. Touch Yes on the pop-up for the desired device.
screen of the Bluetooth device 3. Touch Search Device.
and infotainment system. 6. Touch the desired device to
pair on the searched list 4. Touch the desired device to
6. When the Bluetooth device and screen. pair on the searched list
infotainment system are screen.
successfully paired, the phone 7. Touch Yes on the pop-up
screen of the Bluetooth device 5. Input the Personal
screen is displayed on the Identification Number (PIN)
infotainment system. and infotainment system.
code (default: 1234) to the
. The connected phone is Bluetooth device. When the
highlighted by 5. Bluetooth device and
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infotainment system are are successfully paired, Z / 5 . Z indicates only Bluetooth


successfully paired, the is displayed on the pair device music is enabled.
PHONE screen is displayed on screen. If no desired device is
the infotainment system. available go to Step 5. Connecting a Paired Bluetooth
Device
When the connection fails, a failure 5. Touch Search Device to search
message is displayed on the for the desired device. 1. Press {.
infotainment system.
6. Touch the desired device to 2. Touch SETTINGS.
If a Bluetooth device was previously pair on the searched list
connected, the infotainment system 3. Touch Bluetooth, then Device
screen. Management.
executes the auto connection.
However, if the Bluetooth setting on 7. Input the Personal 4. Touch the device to be
the Bluetooth device is turned off, a Identification Number (PIN) connected.
failure message is displayed on the code (default: 1234) to the
infotainment system. Bluetooth device. When the Checking the Bluetooth
Bluetooth device and Connection
Pairing a Phone No SSP and infotainment system are
Paired Device 1. Press {.
successfully paired, Z / 5 is
When a paired device is on the displayed on the pair device 2. Touch SETTINGS.
infotainment system and SSP is not screen. 3. Touch Bluetooth, then Device
supported: . Management.
The connected phone is
1. Press {. highlighted by 5. 4. The paired device will show.
2. Touch SETTINGS. . Z / 5 indicates the hands-free Disconnecting a Bluetooth Device
3. Touch Bluetooth, then Device and phone music functions are 1. Press {.
Management. enabled.
2. Touch SETTINGS.
4. Touch the desired device to . 5 indicates only the hands-free 3. Touch Bluetooth, then Device
pair. When the Bluetooth function is enabled.
device and infotainment system Management.
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4. Touch the name of the device . e will appear on the screen if Playing Bluetooth Music
to be disconnected. the stereo headset is 1. Press {.
5. Touch Disconnect. successfully connected.
2. Touch AUDIO.
Deleting a Bluetooth Device . The sound played by the
Bluetooth device is delivered 3. Touch Source.
1. Press {. through the infotainment system. 4. Touch Bluetooth.
2. Touch SETTINGS. . Bluetooth music can be played Pause
3. Touch Bluetooth, then Device only when a Bluetooth device
Management. has been connected. To play Touch j to pause.
Bluetooth music, connect the
4. Touch the device to delete. Bluetooth phone to the Touch r to resume.
infotainment system.
5. Touch Y. Playing the Next Song
. If the Bluetooth device is
6. Touch Delete. disconnected while playing Touch l.
Bluetooth Music phone music, the music is Playing the Previous Song
discontinued. The audio
Before playing Bluetooth music, streaming function may not be Touch g within two seconds of
read the following information: supported in some Bluetooth playback time to play the
. A cell phone or Bluetooth device phones. Only one function can previous song.
that supports Advanced Audio be used at a time between the
Distribution Profile (A2DP) Bluetooth hands-free or Phone Returning to the Beginning of the
versions over 1.2 must be music function. For example, Current Song
registered and connected to the if you convert to Bluetooth Touch g after two seconds of
product. hands-free while playing Phone playback time.
. From the cell phone or Bluetooth music, the music is
discontinued. Playing music from Search
device, find the Bluetooth device
the car is not possible when
type to set/connect the item as a
there are no music files stored in
Touch and hold g or l to rewind
stereo headset. or fast forward.
the cell phone.
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Playing Music Randomly . If the Bluetooth music playback no app required for Apple
is not functioning, then check to CarPlay. Use the latest
Touch Z during playback. Touch see if the Bluetooth device is in available operation system.
again to return to normal play. the waiting screen mode. 2. Connect your Android phone or
This function may not be supported . Sounds may be cut off during Apple iPhone by using the
depending on the Bluetooth device. the Bluetooth music playback. compatible phone USB cable
Do not change the track too quickly . The infotainment system outputs and plugging into a USB data
when playing Bluetooth music. the audio from the cell phone or port. For best performance, use
Bluetooth device as it is the devices factory-provided
Conditions that may occur when USB cable. Aftermarket or
playing Bluetooth music: transmitted.
third-party cables may
. It takes time to transmit data not work.
from the Bluetooth device to the Apple CarPlay and
The PROJECTION icon on the
infotainment system. Android Auto Home Page will change to Android
. If the cell phone or Bluetooth If equipped, Android Auto and/or Auto or Apple CarPlay depending
device is not in the waiting Apple CarPlay capability may be on the phone. Android Auto and/or
screen mode, it may not available through a compatible Apple CarPlay may automatically
automatically play. smartphone. If available, a launch upon USB connection. If not,
. The infotainment system PROJECTION icon will appear as touch the ANDROID AUTO and/or
Android Auto or Car Play on the APPLE CARPLAY icon on the
transmits the order to play from
Home Page of the infotainment Home Page to launch.
the Bluetooth device in the
display.
Bluetooth music play mode. For further information on how to set
If this is done in a different To use Android Auto and/or Apple up Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
mode, then the device transmits CarPlay: in the vehicle, see
the order to stop. Depending on 1. Download the Android Auto www.my.chevrolet.com for the U.S.
the Bluetooth device options, app to your phone from the and www.chevroletowner.ca for
this order to play/stop may take Google Play store. There is Canada only or Customer
time to activate. Assistance Offices 0 339.
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Android Auto is provided by Google infotainment system and voice Making a Call by Entering a Phone
and is subject to Googles terms control are used to operate the Number
and privacy policy. CarPlay is system. Not all phones support all
provided by Apple and is subject to functions and not all phones work
. Press 5 on the faceplate.
Apples terms and privacy policy. with the Hands-Free Phone system. . Press {, then touch PHONE on
For Android Auto support see the screen.
https://support.google.com/ Hands-Free Phone Controls
androidauto or Apple CarPlay Use the buttons on the infotainment . Press g on the steering wheel.
support at https://www.apple.com/ system and the steering wheel to
ios/carplay/. Apple or Google may If a wrong number is entered, touch
operate the Hands-Free Phone
change or suspend availability at system.
} to delete the number one digit at
any time. Android Auto is a a time, or touch and hold } to
trademark of Google Inc.; Apple Steering Wheel Controls delete all digits of the number.
CarPlay is a trademark of Apple Inc. Steering wheel controls can be Switching a Call to the Cell Phone
used to: (Private Mode)
Hands-Free Phone . Answer incoming calls.
To switch the call from the cell
General Information without . Confirm system information. phone to hands-free:
Touchscreen . End a call. 1. Touch 0.
If equipped, press g, select OnStar . Decline a call.
2. Touch 0 again to switch back
Hands-Free Calling, then say the . Cancel an operation. to hands-free.
desired number.
. Make outgoing calls using the Turning the Microphone On
General Information with call list. and Off
Touchscreen
g : Press to answer incoming calls. Touch 3 to turn the microphone on
If equipped, vehicles with a
Hands-Free Phone system can use c : Press to end a call, decline a or off.
a Bluetooth-capable cell phone with call, or cancel an operation.
a hands-free profile to make and
receive phone calls. The
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Calling by Redial Using the Contacts Menu When the Bluetooth device and
To call by using redial: 1. Touch Contacts on the phone infotainment system are
screen. successfully paired, the phone book
. Press g on the steering wheel may download. Some phones may
controls to display the redial 2. Touch Q or R to scroll through not download automatically. If this
guidance screen. the list. happens, connect it again or
proceed with the phone book
. Touch 5 on the phone screen. 3. Touch the phone book entry download on the phone.
to call.
Redialing is not possible when there Searching for a Name
is no call history. 4. Touch the number to dial.
Select characters by using the
Taking Calls Searching for Contacts Entries keypad on the phone book screen.
When a phone call comes through 1. Touch Contacts on the phone As characters are selected, the
the connected Bluetooth cell phone, screen. names that include those characters
the audio system will be muted or will display on the phone book
2. Touch 9 on the contacts screen. As more characters of the
paused and the phone will ring with screen.
the relevant information displayed. name are entered, the list of
3. Use the keypad to input the possible names is shortened.
To accept the call, press g on the name to search. See To search for the name Alex:
steering wheel controls, touch 5 on Searching for a Name
following. 1. Touch (abc) to select the first
the screen, or press 5 on the character.
faceplate. 4. Touch the phone book entry
to call. 2. Touch (jkl) three times to select
To decline the call, press c on the the second character.
steering wheel controls or touch 5. If there is more than one
number associated with the 3. Touch (def) two times to select
Reject on the screen. the third character.
name, touch the number
to dial. 4. Touch (wxy) two times to select
the fourth character.
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Making a Call from Call History Trademarks and iPod and iPhone are trademarks of
1. Touch Call History on the Apple Computer, Inc., registered in
phone screen.
License Agreements the U.S. and other countries.

2. Touch one of the following for: FCC Information


See Radio Frequency
. W All calls history. Statement 0 347.
. [ Dialed calls. Bluetooth
. Y Missed calls. The Bluetooth word mark and logos
are owned by the Bluetooth SIG,
. X Received calls. Inc. and any use of such marks by Fees and Taxes: Subscription fee,
General Motors is under license. taxes, one time activation fee, and
3. Select the contact entry to call.
Other trademarks and trade names other fees may apply. Subscription
Making a Call with Speed Dial are those of their respective owners. fee is consumer only. All fees and
Numbers programming subject to change.
Subscriptions subject to Customer
Touch and hold the speed dial
Agreement available at
number using the keypad on the
www.siriusxm.com or
phone screen.
www.siriusxm.ca. SiriusXM service
Only speed dial numbers already only available in the 48 contiguous
stored on the cell phone can be United States and Canada.
used for speed dial calls. Up to
In Canada: Some deterioration of
two-digit speed dial numbers are Made for iPod and Made for service may occur in extreme
supported. iPhone mean that an electronic northern latitudes. This is beyond
For two-digit speed dial numbers, accessory has been designed to the control of SiriusXM Satellite
touch and hold the second digit to connect specifically to iPod or Radio.
make a call to the speed dial iPhone and has been certified by
the developer to meet Apple It is prohibited to copy, decompile,
number.
performance standards. disassemble, reverse engineer,
hack, manipulate, or otherwise
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make available any technology or FreeType 2


software incorporated in receivers Portions of this software are
compatible with the SiriusXM
Satellite Radio System or that copyright 2007-2012 The
support the SiriusXM website, the FreeType Project
Online Service or any of its content. (www.freetype.org). All rights
Furthermore, the AMBER voice reserved.
compression software included in Libjpeg
this product is protected by
intellectual property rights including The navigation software is based in
patent rights, copyrights, and trade part on the work of the independent
secrets of Digital Voice JPEG Group.
Systems, Inc.
General Requirements:
1. A License Agreement from
SiriusXM is required for any
product that incorporates
SiriusXM Technology and/or for
use of any of the SiriusXM
marks to be manufactured,
distributed, or marketed in the
SiriusXM Service Area.
2. For products to be distributed,
marketed, and/or sold in
Canada, a separate agreement
is required with Canadian
Satellite Radio Inc. (operating
as SiriusXM Canada).
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Climate Controls Climate Control 6. Rear Window Defogger


7. Air Conditioning
Systems
Climate Control Systems If equipped with these climate
Climate Control Systems . . . . . 186 control systems, the heating,
cooling, and ventilation can be
Air Vents controlled for the vehicle.
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
Maintenance
Air Intake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Passenger Compartment Air
Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190

Climate Control System with


Heater Only
1. Temperature Control
2. Fan Control
Climate Control System with 3. Air Delivery Mode Control
Heater and Air Conditioning
4. Rear Window Defogger
1. Temperature Control
Temperature Control : Turn
2. Fan Control clockwise or counterclockwise to
3. Air Delivery Mode Control increase or decrease the
temperature.
4. Driver and Passenger Heated
Seats A : Turn clockwise or
counterclockwise to increase or
5. Recirculation decrease the fan speed. Turning the
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fan control to 0 turns the fan off. The In defrost or defog mode, excessive dry. To prevent this from happening,
fan must be turned on to run the air air conditioning use can cause the after the air in the vehicle has
conditioning compressor. windows to fog. If this happens, cooled, turn the recirculation
Air Delivery Mode Control : Turn change the air delivery mode to Y mode off.
clockwise or counterclockwise to and reduce the fan speed. M : This mode recirculates and
change the current airflow mode. # : If equipped with air helps to quickly cool the air inside
Select from the following air delivery conditioning, follow these steps to the vehicle. It can be used to
prevent outside air and odors from
modes: use the system. Turn A to the
entering the vehicle.
Y : Air is directed to the instrument desired speed. The air conditioning
panel outlets. does not operate when the fan Press the button to turn the
control knob is in the off position. recirculation mode on. An indicator
\ : Air is divided between the Press # to turn the air conditioning light comes on to show that the
instrument panel and floor outlets. recirculation is on. Press the button
on and off. When # is pressed, an again to return to outside air mode.
[ : Air is directed to the floor indicator light comes on to show
outlets, with some air directed to the Using the recirculation mode for
that the air conditioning is on.
rear outlets. extended periods may cause the
For quick cool down on hot days: windows to fog. If this happens,
W : This mode clears the windows
of fog or moisture. Air is directed to 1. Open the windows to let hot air select the defrost mode.
the floor, windshield, and side escape. Max # is available when the air
window outlets.
2. Press M. conditioning is selected and the
1 : This mode clears the temperature is set to the coolest
windshield of fog or frost more 3. Press #. setting while the outside air
quickly. Air is directed to the 4. Select the coolest temperature. temperature is warm. When Max #
windshield and side window outlets. is activated, the air inside the
Do not drive the vehicle until all 5. Select the highest A speed. vehicle is automatically recirculated,
windows are clear. Using these settings together for which helps to quickly cool the
long periods of time may cause the vehicle. The recirculation indicator
air inside the vehicle to become too will not be lit.
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To allow outside air to enter in these Air Vents


conditions, press the recirculation Caution
button twice. The recirculation
indicator will not be lit. Using a razor blade or sharp
object on the inside rear window
M / L : If equipped, press to heat can damage the antenna or
the driver or passenger seat. See defogger. Repairs would not be
Heated Front Seats 0 56. covered by the vehicle warranty.
Rear Window and Outside Do not stick anything to the rear
Mirror Defogger window.
1 : Press to turn the rear window
and outside mirror defogger on or
off. An indicator light comes on to
show that the feature is on.
The rear window defogger turns off Use the air vents in the center and
after about 10 minutes. It can also on the side of the instrument panel
be turned off by pressing 1 again to direct the airflow. Move the slats
or by turning the ignition to ACC/ on the center air vents to direct
ACCESSORY or LOCK/OFF. airflow.
If turned on again it runs for about Operation Tips
five minutes before turning off.
. Clear away any ice, snow,
If equipped with heated outside or leaves from the air inlets at
mirrors, they turn on with the rear the base of the windshield that
window defogger and help to clear may block the flow of air into the
fog or frost from the surface of the vehicle.
mirror. See Heated Mirrors 0 45.
. Use of non-GM approved hood
deflectors may adversely affect
the performance of the system.
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. Keep the path under the front
seats clear of objects to help
Maintenance
circulate the air inside the
vehicle more effectively. Air Intake
Clear away any ice, snow, or leaves
from the air intake at the base of the
windshield that can block the flow of
air into the vehicle.

Passenger Compartment
Air Filter
The filter removes dust, pollen, and 2. Push in both sides of the glove
other airborne irritants from outside box and pull to remove.
air that is pulled into the vehicle.
3. Open the filter cover by
The filter should be replaced as part releasing tabs on both sides
of routine scheduled maintenance. and pulling up the cover.
See Maintenance Schedule 0 322.
To find out what type of filter to use,
see Maintenance Replacement
Parts 0 331.
1. Open the glove box completely
and disconnect the damper on
the outboard side.
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It should only be replaced by a new


evaporator to ensure proper and
safe operation.
During service, all refrigerants
should be reclaimed with proper
equipment. Venting refrigerants
directly to the atmosphere is harmful
to the environment and may also
create unsafe conditions based on
inhalation, combustion, frostbite,
or other health-based concerns.

4. Replace the air filter.


5. Close the air filter cover and
reinstall the glove box.
See your dealer if additional
assistance is needed.

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.
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Driving and Retained Accessory


Power (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
Cruise Control
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223
Operating Shifting Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
Shifting out of Park . . . . . . . . . . . 211 Driver Assistance Systems
Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212 Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . 225
Parking over Things Parking Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227
Driving Information Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
Driver Behavior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192 That Burn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228
Driving Environment . . . . . . . . . . 192 Engine Exhaust Side Blind Zone
Vehicle Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192 Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213 Alert (SBZA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
Distracted Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . 192 Running the Vehicle While Lane Departure
Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193 Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213 Warning (LDW) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Drunk Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 193 Automatic Transmission Fuel
Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194 Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 214 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194 Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215 Fuels in Foreign Countries . . . 234
Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . 195 Fuel Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195 Manual Transmission Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234
Driving on Wet Roads . . . . . . . . 196 Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . 216 Filling a Portable Fuel
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . 197 Drive Systems Container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197 All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
If the Vehicle Is Stuck . . . . . . . . 198 Trailer Towing
Vehicle Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . 199 Brakes General Towing
Antilock Brake Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
Starting and Operating System (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219
New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . . 203 Conversions and Add-Ons
Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219 Add-On Electrical
Ignition Positions (Key Brake Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220
Access) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203 Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
Hill Start Assist (HSA) . . . . . . . . 220
Ignition Positions (Keyless
Access) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205 Ride Control Systems
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . 206 Traction Control/Electronic
Engine Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208 Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221
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Driving Information Driving Environment Safe driver behavior and


understanding of the environment
Be prepared for driving in inclement can help avoid a rollover crash in
Driver Behavior weather, at night, or during other any type of vehicle, including utility
Driving is an important times where visibility or traction may vehicles.
responsibility. Driver behavior, the be limited, such as on curves,
driving environment, and the slippery roads, or hilly terrain. Distracted Driving
vehicle's design all affect how well a Unfamiliar surroundings can also
have hidden hazards. Distraction comes in many forms
vehicle performs.
and can take your focus from the
Being aware of these factors can Vehicle Design task of driving. Exercise good
help in understanding how the judgment and do not let other
vehicle handles and what can be Utility vehicles have a significantly activities divert your attention away
done to avoid many types of higher rollover rate than other types from the road. Many local
crashes, including a rollover crash. of vehicles. This is because they governments have enacted laws
have a higher ground clearance and regarding driver distraction. Become
Most serious injuries and fatalities to a narrower track or shorter
unbelted occupants can be reduced familiar with the local laws in
wheelbase than passenger cars, your area.
or prevented by the use of safety which makes them more capable for
belts. In a rollover crash, an off-road driving. While these design To avoid distracted driving, keep
unbelted person is significantly characteristics provide the driver your eyes on the road, keep your
more likely to die than a person with a better view of the road, these hands on the steering wheel, and
wearing a safety belt. In addition, vehicles do have a higher center of focus your attention on driving.
avoiding excessive speed, sudden gravity than other types of vehicles. . Do not use a phone in
or abrupt turns, and drunken or A utility vehicle does not handle the demanding driving situations.
aggressive driving can help make same as a vehicle with a lower Use a hands-free method to
trips safer and avoid the possibility center of gravity, like a car, in similar place or receive necessary
of a crash. situations. phone calls.
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. Watch the road. Do not read, . Focus on the task of driving.
take notes, or look up { Warning
information on phones or other
Taking your eyes off the road too
Drunk Driving
electronic devices.
long or too often could cause a Death and injury associated with
. Designate a front seat crash resulting in injury or death. drinking and driving is a global
passenger to handle potential Focus your attention on driving. tragedy.
distractions.
. Become familiar with vehicle Refer to the infotainment section for { Warning
features before driving, such as more information on using that
programming favorite radio Drinking and then driving is very
system and the navigation system,
stations and adjusting climate dangerous. Your reflexes,
if equipped, including pairing and
control and seat settings. using a cell phone. perceptions, attentiveness, and
Program all trip information into judgment can be affected by even
any navigation device prior to a small amount of alcohol. You
driving.
Defensive Driving can have a serious or even
. Wait until the vehicle is parked Defensive driving means always fatal collision if you drive after
to retrieve items that have fallen expect the unexpected. The first drinking.
to the floor. step in driving defensively is to wear
the safety belt. See Safety Do not drink and drive or ride with
. Stop or park the vehicle to tend Belts 0 61. a driver who has been drinking.
to children. Ride home in a cab; or if you are
. Assume that other road users
. Keep pets in an appropriate with a group, designate a driver
(pedestrians, bicyclists, and who will not drink.
carrier or restraint. other drivers) are going to be
. Avoid stressful conversations careless and make mistakes.
while driving, whether with a Anticipate what they might do Control of a Vehicle
passenger or on a cell phone. and be ready.
Braking, steering, and accelerating
. Allow enough following distance are important factors in helping to
between you and the driver in control a vehicle while driving.
front of you.
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Braking Once the power assist is used up, it Hydraulic Power Steering
can take longer to stop and the
Braking action involves perception If the vehicle has the hydraulic
brake pedal will be harder to push.
time and reaction time. Deciding to power steering, it may require
push the brake pedal is perception maintenance. See Power Steering
time. Actually doing it is
Steering Fluid (1.4L L4 Engine) 0 257 or
reaction time. Electric Power Steering Power Steering Fluid (1.8L L4
Engine) 0 257.
Average driver reaction time is If the vehicle has electric power
about three-quarters of a second. In steering, it does not have power If power steering assist is lost
that time, a vehicle moving at steering fluid. Regular maintenance because the engine stops or a
100 km/h (60 mph) travels 20 m is not required. system malfunctions, the vehicle
(66 ft), which could be a lot of can be steered but may require
distance in an emergency. If power steering assist is lost due increased effort.
to a system malfunction, the vehicle
Helpful braking tips to keep in mind can be steered, but may require
include: Caution
increased effort. See your dealer if
. Keep enough distance between there is a problem. If the steering wheel is turned
you and the vehicle in front If the steering wheel is turned until it until it reaches the end of its
of you. reaches the end of its travel, and is travel, and is held in that position
. Avoid needless heavy braking. held in that position for an extended for more than 15 seconds,
period of time, power steering assist damage may occur to the power
. Keep pace with traffic. may be reduced. steering system and there may be
If the engine ever stops while the If the steering assist is used for an loss of power steering assist.
vehicle is being driven, brake extended period of time, power
normally but do not pump the assist may be reduced.
brakes. Doing so could make the See your dealer if there is a
pedal harder to push down. If the Normal use of the power steering problem.
engine stops, there will be some assist should return when the
Curve Tips
power brake assist but it will be system cools down.
used when the brake is applied. . Take curves at a reasonable
speed.
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. Reduce speed before entering a Off-Road Recovery 3. Turn the steering wheel to go
curve. straight down the roadway.
. Maintain a reasonable steady
speed through the curve. Loss of Control
. Wait until the vehicle is out of Skidding
the curve before accelerating
There are three types of skids that
gently into the straightaway.
correspond to the vehicle's three
Steering in Emergencies control systems:
. There are some situations when . Braking Skid wheels are not
steering around a problem may rolling.
be more effective than braking. . Steering or Cornering Skid
. Holding both sides of the too much speed or steering in a
steering wheel allows you to turn curve causes tires to slip and
180 degrees without removing The vehicle's right wheels can drop lose cornering force.
a hand. off the edge of a road onto the
shoulder while driving. Follow . Acceleration Skid too much
. Antilock Brake System (ABS) these tips: throttle causes the driving
allows steering while braking. wheels to spin.
1. Ease off the accelerator and
then, if there is nothing in the Defensive drivers avoid most skids
way, steer the vehicle so that it by taking reasonable care suited to
straddles the edge of the existing conditions, and by not
pavement. overdriving those conditions. But
skids are always possible.
2. Turn the steering wheel about
one-eighth of a turn, until the If the vehicle starts to slide, follow
right front tire contacts the these suggestions:
pavement edge. . Ease your foot off the
accelerator pedal and steer the
way you want the vehicle to go.
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The vehicle may straighten out. Always drive slower in these types Hydroplaning
Be ready for a second skid if it of driving conditions and avoid
Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water
occurs. driving through large puddles and
can build up under the vehicle's
. Slow down and adjust your deep-standing or flowing water.
tires so they actually ride on the
driving according to weather water. This can happen if the road is
conditions. Stopping distance { Warning wet enough and you are going fast
can be longer and vehicle enough. When the vehicle is
control can be affected when Wet brakes can cause crashes. hydroplaning, it has little or no
traction is reduced by water, They might not work as well in a contact with the road.
snow, ice, gravel, or other quick stop and could cause
pulling to one side. You could There is no hard and fast rule about
material on the road. Learn to
lose control of the vehicle. hydroplaning. The best advice is to
recognize warning clues such
slow down when the road is wet.
as enough water, ice, or packed After driving through a large
snow on the road to make a puddle of water or a car/vehicle Other Rainy Weather Tips
mirrored surface and slow wash, lightly apply the brake
down when you have any doubt. Besides slowing down, other wet
pedal until the brakes work weather driving tips include:
. Try to avoid sudden steering, normally. . Allow extra following distance.
acceleration, or braking,
including reducing vehicle speed Flowing or rushing water creates . Pass with caution.
by shifting to a lower gear. Any strong forces. Driving through
flowing water could cause the . Keep windshield wiping
sudden changes could cause
vehicle to be carried away. If this equipment in good shape.
the tires to slide.
happens, you and other vehicle . Keep the windshield washer fluid
Remember: Antilock brakes help occupants could drown. Do not reservoir filled.
avoid only the braking skid.
ignore police warnings and be . Have good tires with proper
very cautious about trying to drive tread depth. See Tires 0 279.
Driving on Wet Roads through flowing water.
Rain and wet roads can reduce . Turn off cruise control.
vehicle traction and affect your
ability to stop and accelerate.
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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. Always have the occur at about 0 C (32 F) when
. Check all fluid levels and brakes, freezing rain begins to fall. Avoid
engine running and the vehicle
tires, cooling system, and driving on wet ice or in freezing rain
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, accident). Traction Control/Electronic
reduce brake performance, and . Pay attention to special road Stability Control 0 221.
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
than when on dry pavement.
See Antilock Brake System
(ABS) 0 219.
. Allow greater following distance
and watch for slippery spots. Icy
patches can occur on otherwise
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clear roads in shaded areas.


The surface of a curve or an { Warning Warning (Continued)
overpass can remain icy when
the surrounding roads are clear. Snow can trap engine exhaust the fan speed to the highest
Avoid sudden steering under the vehicle. This may setting. See Climate
maneuvers and braking while cause exhaust gases to get Control Systems.
on ice. inside. Engine exhaust contains For more information about CO,
carbon monoxide (CO), which see Engine Exhaust 0 213.
. Turn off cruise control. cannot be seen or smelled. It can
Blizzard Conditions cause unconsciousness and even
death. To save fuel, run the engine for
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and short periods to warm the vehicle
signal for help. Stay with the vehicle If the vehicle is stuck in snow: and then shut the engine off and
unless there is help nearby. . Clear snow from the base of partially close the window. Moving
If possible, use Roadside the vehicle, especially any about to keep warm also helps.
Assistance. See Roadside blocking the exhaust pipe. If it takes time for help to arrive,
Assistance Program 0 341. To get
. Open a window about 5 cm when running the engine, push the
help and keep everyone in the
(2 in) on the vehicle side accelerator pedal slightly so the
vehicle safe:
that is away from the wind, engine runs faster than the idle
. Turn on the hazard warning to bring in fresh air. speed. This keeps the battery
flashers. charged to restart the vehicle and to
. Fully open the air outlets on signal for help with the headlamps.
. Tie a red cloth to an outside or under the instrument
mirror. Do this as little as possible, to
panel. save fuel.
. Adjust the climate control
system to circulate the air If the Vehicle Is Stuck
inside the vehicle and set
Slowly and cautiously spin the
(Continued) wheels to free the vehicle when
stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow.
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If stuck too severely for the traction gears. Release the accelerator
system to free the vehicle, turn the pedal while shifting, and press { Warning
traction system off and use the lightly on the accelerator pedal
rocking method. See Traction when the transmission is in gear. Do not load the vehicle any
Control/Electronic Stability Slowly spinning the wheels in the heavier than the Gross
Control 0 221. forward and reverse directions Vehicle Weight Rating
causes a rocking motion that could (GVWR), or either the
{ Warning free the vehicle. If that does not get
the vehicle out after a few tries, it
maximum front or rear Gross
Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
If the vehicle's tires spin at high might need to be towed out. If the This can cause systems to
speed, they can explode, and you vehicle does need to be towed out, break and change the way the
or others could be injured. The see Towing the Vehicle 0 308. vehicle handles. This could
vehicle can overheat, causing an cause loss of control and a
engine compartment fire or other Vehicle Load Limits crash. Overloading can also
damage. Spin the wheels as little It is very important to know how reduce stopping distance,
as possible and avoid going much weight the vehicle can damage the tires, and shorten
above 56 km/h (35 mph).
carry. This weight is called the the life of the vehicle.
vehicle capacity weight and
Rocking the Vehicle to Get includes the weight of all
it Out occupants, cargo, and all
Turn the steering wheel left and nonfactory-installed options.
right to clear the area around the Two labels on the vehicle may
front wheels. Turn off any traction show how much weight it may
system. Shift back and forth properly carry, the Tire and
between R (Reverse) and a low Loading Information label and
forward gear, spinning the wheels the Certification/Tire label.
as little as possible. To prevent
transmission wear, wait until the
wheels stop spinning before shifting
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Tire and Loading Information cold tire inflation pressures (4). 3. Subtract the combined
Label For more information on tires weight of the driver and
and inflation see Tires 0 279 passengers from XXX kg or
and Tire Pressure 0 286. 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 "XXX" amount equals
Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for 1400 lbs. and there will be
the front and rear axle. See five 150 lb passengers in
Certification/Tire Label later in your vehicle, the amount of
this section. available cargo and luggage
Example Label load capacity is 650 lbs.
Steps for Determining Correct
A vehicle-specific Tire and Load Limit (1400-750 (5 x 150) =
Loading Information label is 650 lbs.)
1. Locate the statement "The
attached to the center pillar combined weight of 5. Determine the combined
(B-pillar). The Tire and Loading occupants and cargo should weight of luggage and cargo
Information label shows the never exceed XXX kg or being loaded on the vehicle.
number of occupant seating XXX lbs." on your vehicles That weight may not safely
positions (1), and the maximum placard. exceed the available cargo
vehicle capacity weight (2) in and luggage load capacity
kilograms and pounds. 2. Determine the combined calculated in Step 4.
weight of the driver and
The Tire and Loading 6. If your vehicle will be towing
passengers that will be
Information label also shows the a trailer, load from your
riding in your vehicle.
size of the original equipment trailer will be transferred to
tires (3) and the recommended
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your vehicle. Consult this 3. Available Occupant and


manual to determine how Cargo Weight = 317 kg
this reduces the available (700 lbs).
cargo and luggage load
capacity of your vehicle.
This vehicle is neither designed
nor intended to tow a trailer.

Example 3

1. Vehicle Capacity Weight


for Example 3 = 453 kg
Example 2
(1,000 lbs).
1. Vehicle Capacity Weight 2. Subtract Occupant
for Example 2 = 453 kg Weight @ 91 kg
(1,000 lbs). (200 lbs) 5 = 453 kg
Example 1 (1,000 lbs).
2. Subtract Occupant
Weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs) 3. Available Cargo Weight
1. Vehicle Capacity Weight
5 = 340 kg (750 lbs). = 0 kg (0 lbs).
for Example 1 = 453 kg
(1,000 lbs). 3. Available Cargo Weight Refer to your vehicle's Tire and
2. Subtract Occupant = 113 kg (250 lbs). Loading Information label for
Weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs) specific information about your
2 = 136 kg (300 lbs). vehicle's capacity weight and
seating positions. The combined
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weight of the driver, passengers, Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR).


and cargo should never exceed The GVWR includes the weight { Warning
your vehicle's capacity weight. of the vehicle, all occupants, Things you put inside the
Certification/Tire Label
fuel, and cargo. vehicle can strike and injure
The Certification/Tire label may people in a sudden stop or
also show the maximum weights turn, or in a crash.
for the front and rear axles, . Put things in the cargo
called the Gross Axle Weight area of the vehicle. Try to
Rating (GAWR). To find out the spread the weight evenly.
actual loads on the front and
rear axles, weigh the vehicle at . Never stack heavier
a weigh station. Your dealer can things, like suitcases,
help with this. Be sure to spread inside the vehicle so that
the load equally on both sides of some of them are above
the centerline. the tops of the seats.
. Do not leave an
Label Example
Caution unsecured child restraint
A vehicle-specific Certification/ in the vehicle.
Tire label is attached to the Overloading the vehicle may
center pillar (B-pillar). cause damage. Repairs would not . When you carry
be covered by the vehicle something inside the
The label may show the size of warranty. Do not overload the vehicle, secure it
the vehicle's original tires and vehicle. whenever you can.
the inflation pressures needed to
obtain the gross weight capacity . Do not leave a seat
of the vehicle. The label shows folded down unless you
the gross weight capacity of the need to.
vehicle. This is called the Gross
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Starting and Caution (Continued)


The key must be fully extended to
start the vehicle.
Operating breaking-in guideline every To shift out of P (Park), the ignition
time you get new brake must be in ON/RUN and the regular
New Vehicle Break-In linings. brake pedal applied.
Following break-in, engine speed 0 (STOPPING THE ENGINE/LOCK/
Caution OFF) : When the vehicle is stopped,
and load can be gradually
increased. turn the ignition switch to LOCK/
The vehicle does not need an
OFF to turn the engine off.
elaborate break-in. But it will
perform better in the long run if This position locks the ignition and
Ignition Positions (Key transmission. The steering wheel
you follow these guidelines:
Access) may also lock, if equipped.
. Do not drive at any one
constant speed, fast or slow, The ignition switch can bind in the
for the first 805 km (500 mi). LOCK/OFF position with the wheels
Do not make full-throttle turned off center. If this happens,
starts. Avoid downshifting to move the steering wheel from right
brake or slow the vehicle. to left while turning the key to ACC/
ACCESSORY. If this does not work,
. Avoid making hard stops for then the vehicle needs service.
the first 322 km (200 mi) or
so. During this time the new Do not turn the engine off when the
brake linings are not yet vehicle is moving. This will cause a
broken in. Hard stops with loss of power assist in the brake
new linings can mean and steering systems and disable
premature wear and earlier the airbags.
replacement. Follow this
The ignition switch has four different
(Continued) positions.
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If the vehicle must be shut off in an 2 (ON/RUN) : This position can be


emergency: Warning (Continued) used to operate the electrical
1. Brake using a firm and steady accessories and to display some
systems and disable the airbags. instrument cluster warning and
pressure. Do not pump the While driving, only shut the
brakes repeatedly. This may indicator lights. This position can
vehicle off in an emergency. also be used for service and
deplete power assist, requiring
increased brake pedal force. diagnostics, and to verify the proper
If the vehicle cannot be pulled over, operation of the malfunction
2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral). and must be shut off while driving, indicator lamp as may be required
This can be done while the turn the ignition to ACC/ for emission inspection purposes.
vehicle is moving. After shifting ACCESSORY. The switch stays in this position
to N (Neutral), firmly apply the when the engine is running.
brakes and steer the vehicle to
a safe location. Caution If you leave the key in the ACC/
ACCESSORY or ON/RUN position
3. Come to a complete stop. Shift Using a tool to force the key to with the engine off, the battery could
to P (Park) with an automatic turn in the ignition could cause be drained. You may not be able to
transmission, or Neutral with a damage to the switch or break the start the vehicle if the battery is
manual transmission. Turn the key. Use the correct key, make allowed to drain for an extended
ignition to LOCK/OFF. sure it is all the way in, and turn it period of time.
4. Set the parking brake. See only with your hand. If the key 3 (START) : This is the position that
Parking Brake 0 219. cannot be turned by hand, see starts the engine. When the engine
your dealer. starts, release the key. The ignition
{ Warning switch returns to ON/RUN for
1 (ACC/ACCESSORY) : This is the driving.
Turning off the vehicle while position in which you can operate A warning tone will sound when the
moving may cause loss of power things like the radio and the driver door is opened, the ignition is
assist in the brake and steering windshield wipers when the engine in ACC/ACCESSORY or LOCK/
(Continued) is off. OFF, and the key is in the ignition.
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If the ignition becomes difficult to to the Keyless Access system. See Do not turn the engine off when the
turn, see Keys (Keyless Access) Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) vehicle is moving. This will cause a
0 27 or Keys (Key Access) 0 25. System Operation (Keyless Access) loss of power assist in the brake
0 31 or Remote Keyless Entry and steering systems and disable
Ignition Positions (RKE) System Operation (Key the airbags.
Access) 0 28.
(Keyless Access) If the vehicle must be shut off in an
To shift out of P (Park), the vehicle emergency:
must be in ACC/ACCESSORY or 1. Brake using a firm steady
ON/RUN and the brake must be pressure. Do not pump the
applied. brakes repeatedly. This may
Stopping the Engine/LOCK/OFF deplete power assist, requiring
(No Indicator Lights) : When the increased brake pedal force.
vehicle is stopped, press ENGINE 2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral).
START/STOP once to turn the This can be done while the
engine off. If the vehicle is in vehicle is moving. After shifting
P (Park), the ignition will turn off, to N (Neutral), firmly apply the
and Retained Accessory Power brakes and steer the vehicle to
(RAP) will remain active. See a safe location.
Retained Accessory Power
(RAP) 0 210. 3. Come to a complete stop, shift
The vehicle may be equipped with
to P (Park), and turn the
an electronic keyless ignition with If the vehicle is not in P (Park), the ignition to OFF. On vehicles
pushbutton start. ignition will return to ACC/ with an automatic transmission,
The RKE transmitter must be in the ACCESSORY and the Driver the shift lever must be in
vehicle for the system to operate. Information Center (DIC) will display P (Park) to turn the ignition
the message SHIFT TO PARK. See switch to the OFF position.
If the vehicle is not working, the Transmission Messages 0 136.
vehicle may be near a strong 4. Set the parking brake. See
antenna signal causing interference When the vehicle is shifted into Parking Brake 0 219.
P (Park), the ignition system will
switch to OFF.
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ON/RUN/START (Green Indicator The instruments and audio system


{ Warning Light) : This mode is for driving and will operate as they do in ON/RUN,
starting. With the ignition off, and but the vehicle will not be able to be
Turning off the vehicle while the brake pedal applied, pressing driven. The engine will not start in
moving may cause loss of power ENGINE START/STOP once will Service Only Mode.
assist in the brake and steering place the ignition system in ON/
systems and disable the airbags. Press ENGINE START/STOP again
RUN/Start. to turn the vehicle off.
While driving, only shut the
vehicle off in an emergency. Once engine cranking begins,
release ENGINE START/STOP. Starting the Engine
Engine cranking will continue until
If the vehicle cannot be pulled over, the engine starts. See Starting the Place the transmission in the
and must be shut off while driving, Engine 0 206. proper gear.
press and hold ENGINE START/
The engine will then remain in
STOP for longer than two seconds, Caution
ON/RUN.
or press twice in five seconds.
Service Only Mode : This power If you add electrical parts or
ACC/ACCESSORY (Amber accessories, you could change
mode is available for service and
Indicator Light) : This mode allows
diagnostics, and to verify the proper the way the engine operates. Any
you to use some electrical
operation of the malfunction resulting damage would not be
accessories when the engine is off.
indicator lamp as may be required covered by the vehicle warranty.
With the ignition off, pressing
for emission inspection purposes. See Add-On Electrical
ENGINE START/STOP one time
without the brake pedal applied will With the vehicle off, and the brake Equipment 0 237.
place the ignition system in ACC/ pedal not applied, pressing and
ACCESSORY. holding ENGINE START/STOP for
more than five seconds will place
The ignition will switch from ACC/
the vehicle in Service Only Mode.
ACCESSORY to OFF after
five minutes to prevent battery
rundown.
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Manual Transmission
Caution Caution (Continued)
The shift lever should be in Neutral
If the steering wheel is turned and the parking brake engaged. battery. Wait at least 15 seconds
until it reaches the end of its Hold the clutch pedal down to the between each try, to let the
travel, and is held in that position floor and start the engine. cranking motor cool down.
while starting the vehicle, damage Starting Procedure (Key Access)
may occur to the hydraulic power 2. If the engine does not start
steering system and there may be 1. With your foot off the
accelerator pedal, turn the after five to 10 seconds,
loss of power steering assist. especially in very cold weather
ignition key to START. When
the engine starts, let go of the (below 18 C or 0 F), it could
Automatic Transmission ignition. be flooded with too much
gasoline. Try pushing the
Move the shift lever to P (Park) or The idle speed will go down as accelerator pedal all the way to
N (Neutral). To restart the vehicle the engine gets warm. Do not the floor and holding it there as
when it is already moving, use race the engine immediately you hold the key in START for
N (Neutral) only. after starting it. Operate the up to a maximum of
engine and transmission gently 15 seconds. Wait at least
Caution to allow the oil to warm up and 15 seconds between each try,
lubricate all moving parts. to allow the cranking motor to
Do not try to shift to P (Park) if the cool down. When the engine
vehicle is moving. If you do, you Caution starts, let go of the key and the
could damage the transmission. accelerator. If the vehicle starts
Shift to P (Park) only when the Cranking the engine for long briefly but then stops again, do
vehicle is stopped. periods of time, by returning the the same thing. This clears the
ignition to the START position extra gasoline from the engine.
immediately after cranking has Do not race the engine
ended, can overheat and damage immediately after starting it.
the cranking motor, and drain the Operate the engine and
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transmission gently until the oil briefly but then stops again,
warms up and lubricates all Caution follow the same steps. This
moving parts. clears the extra gasoline from
Cranking the engine for long the engine.
Starting Procedure (Keyless periods of time, by returning the
Access) ignition to the START position Do not race the engine
immediately after cranking has immediately after starting it.
1. With the Keyless Access Operate the engine and
system, the RKE transmitter ended, can overheat and damage
the cranking motor, and drain the transmission gently until the oil
must be in the vehicle. Press warms up and lubricates all
ENGINE START/STOP with the battery. Wait at least 15 seconds
moving parts.
brake pedal applied. When the between each try, to let the
engine begins cranking, let go cranking motor cool down.
of the button. Engine Heater
The idle speed will go down as 2. If the engine does not start Vehicles with the 1.4L engine may
the engine gets warm. Do not after five to 10 seconds, have an engine heater. The engine
race the engine immediately especially in very cold weather heater can help in cold weather
after starting it. (below 18 C or 0 F), it could conditions at or below 18 C (0 F)
be flooded with too much for easier starting and better fuel
If the RKE transmitter is not in economy during engine warm-up.
the vehicle, if there is gasoline. Try pushing the
accelerator pedal all the way to Plug in the heater at least four hours
interference, or if the RKE before starting the vehicle. An
transmitter battery is low, the the floor and holding it there as
you hold ENGINE START/ internal thermostat in the plug end
Driver Information Center (DIC) of the cord will prevent engine
will display a message. See STOP, for up to a maximum of
15 seconds. Wait at least heater operation at temperatures
Driver Information Center (DIC) above 18 C (0 F).
0 125 and Remote Keyless 15 seconds between each try,
Entry (RKE) System Operation to allow the cranking motor to To Use the Engine Heater
(Keyless Access) 0 31 or cool down.
1. Turn off the engine.
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) When the engine starts, let go
System Operation (Key of the button and the
Access) 0 28. accelerator. If the vehicle starts
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{ Warning Warning (Continued)


Improper use of the heater cord it overheat and cause a fire,
or an extension cord can damage property damage, electric
the cord and may result in shock, and injury.
overheating and fire. . Do not operate the vehicle
. Plug the cord into a with the heater cord
three-prong electrical utility permanently attached to the
receptacle that is protected vehicle. Possible heater
by a ground fault detection cord and thermostat
function. An ungrounded damage could occur.
2. Open the hood and unwrap the outlet could cause an . While in use, do not let the
electrical cord. The cord is electric shock. heater cord touch vehicle
located in the driver side of the . Use a weatherproof, parts or sharp edges. Never
engine compartment, near the heavy-duty, 15 amp-rated close the hood on the
battery. It is shipped from the extension cord if needed. heater cord.
factory with a tie holding it in Failure to use the . Before starting the vehicle,
place. Use care in removing recommended extension unplug the cord, reattach
the tie so that the cord is not cord in good operating the cover to the plug, and
damaged. condition, or using a securely fasten the cord.
Check the heater cord for damaged heater or Keep the cord away from
damage. If it is damaged, do extension cord, could make any moving parts.
not use it. See your dealer for (Continued)
a replacement. Inspect the 4. Before starting the engine, be
cord for damage yearly. sure to unplug and store the
3. Plug it into a normal, grounded cord as it was before to keep it
110-volt AC outlet.
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away from moving engine Shifting Into Park Warning (Continued)


parts. If you do not it could be
damaged. 1. Hold the brake pedal down and
set the parking brake. See Do not leave the vehicle when the
The length of time the heater should Parking Brake 0 219. engine is running. If you have left
remain plugged in depends on the engine running, the vehicle
several factors. Ask a dealer in the 2. Move the shift lever into
P (Park) by pressing the button can move suddenly. You or others
area where you will be parking the could be injured. To be sure the
vehicle for the best advice on this. on the shift lever and pushing
the lever all the way toward the vehicle will not move, even when
front of the vehicle. you are on fairly level ground,
Retained Accessory always set the parking brake and
Power (RAP) 3. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. move the shift lever to P (Park).
These vehicle accessories may be Leaving the Vehicle with the See Shifting Into Park 0 210.
used for up to 10 minutes after the Engine Running (Automatic
engine is turned off: Transmission) If you have to leave the vehicle with
. Audio System the engine running, be sure the
. Power Windows
{ Warning vehicle is in P (Park) and the
parking brake is firmly set before
. Sunroof It can be dangerous to leave the you leave it. After you have moved
vehicle with the engine running. the shift lever into P (Park), hold the
The power windows and sunroof will
It could overheat and catch fire. brake pedal down. Then see if you
continue to work for up to
can move the shift lever away from
10 minutes or until any door is It is dangerous to get out of the P (Park) without first pushing the
opened. The radio will work when vehicle if the shift lever is not fully button on the shift lever. If you can,
the ignition is on or in ACC/ in P (Park) with the parking brake it means that the shift lever was not
ACCESSORY. Once the ignition is firmly set. The vehicle can roll. fully locked into P (Park).
turned from on to off, the radio will
(Continued)
continue to work for 10 minutes,
or until the driver door is opened.
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Torque Lock (Automatic Shifting out of Park 4. Move the shift lever to the
Transmission) desired position.
This vehicle is equipped with a shift
If you are parking on a hill and you lock control. The shift lock control is If still unable to shift out of P (Park):
do not shift the transmission into designed to: 1. Fully release the shift lever
P (Park) properly, the weight of the . Prevent ignition key removal button.
vehicle may put too much force on
unless the shift lever is in 2. Hold the brake pedal down and
the parking pawl in the
P (Park) with the shift lever press the shift lever button
transmission. You may find it difficult
button fully released. again.
to pull the shift lever out of P (Park).
This is called torque lock. . Prevent movement of the shift 3. Move the shift lever to the
To prevent torque lock, set the lever out of P (Park) unless the desired position.
parking brake and then shift into ignition is in ON/RUN and the
brake pedal is applied. If the shift lever still cannot be
P (Park) properly before you leave
moved from P (Park), see Shift
the driver seat. To find out how, see The shift lock control is always Lock Manual Release following.
Shifting Into Park previously in this functional except in the case of an
section. uncharged or low voltage (less than Shift Lock Manual Release
When you are ready to drive, move 9-volt) battery. The automatic transmission has an
the shift lever out of P (Park) before If the vehicle has an uncharged electric park lock. The ignition must
you release the parking brake. battery or a battery with low voltage, be on, and the brake pedal must be
If torque lock does occur, you may try charging or jump starting the pressed so the shift lever can be
need to have another vehicle push battery. See Jump Starting - North moved from the P (Park) position.
yours a little uphill to take some of America 0 305. If the battery has lost power, the
the pressure from the parking pawl shift lever cannot be moved from
To shift out of P (Park): P (Park) unless the shift lock manual
in the transmission, so you can pull
the shift lever out of P (Park). 1. Apply the brake pedal. release is disengaged manually.
2. Turn the ignition on. To access the shift lock manual
release:
3. Press the shift lever button.
1. Turn the ignition OFF.
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2. Hold the brake pedal down. R (Reverse) if parking on a downhill


Apply the parking brake. slope. On a level surface or an
uphill slope, use 1 (First) gear.
Firmly apply the parking brake. Turn
the wheels toward the curb for a
downhill slope, or away from the
curb for an uphill slope. Once the
shift lever has been placed into gear
with the clutch pedal pressed in,
turn the ignition key to LOCK/OFF,
remove the key, and release the
clutch.
4. Insert and push the key into
the slot.
Parking over Things
5. Move the shift lever out of
That Burn
3. Remove the cover on the P (Park). If P (Park) is selected
console. again after the key is removed { Warning
from the slot, the shift lever will
be locked again. Things that can burn could touch
hot exhaust parts under the
6. Remove the key from the slot. vehicle and ignite. Do not park
7. Close the cover. over papers, leaves, dry grass,
or other things that can burn.
8. Have the cause of the problem
fixed by your dealer.

Parking
If the vehicle has a manual
transmission, before getting out of
the vehicle, move the shift lever into
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Engine Exhaust Warning (Continued)


Running the Vehicle
While Parked
{ Warning . There are holes or openings
in the vehicle body from
It is better not to park with the
engine running.
Engine exhaust contains carbon damage or aftermarket
monoxide (CO), which cannot be modifications that are not If the vehicle is left with the engine
seen or smelled. Exposure to CO completely sealed. running, follow the proper steps to
can cause unconsciousness and be sure the vehicle will not move.
If unusual fumes are detected or
even death. See Shifting Into Park 0 210 and
if it is suspected that exhaust is Engine Exhaust 0 213. If the vehicle
Exhaust may enter the vehicle if: coming into the vehicle: has a manual transmission, see
. The vehicle idles in areas . Drive it only with the Parking 0 212.
with poor ventilation windows completely down.
(parking garages, tunnels, . Have the vehicle repaired
deep snow that may block immediately.
underbody airflow or tail
pipes). Never park the vehicle with the
engine running in an enclosed
. The exhaust smells or
area such as a garage or a
sounds strange or different.
building that has no fresh air
. The exhaust system leaks ventilation.
due to corrosion or damage.
. The vehicle exhaust system
has been modified,
damaged, or improperly
repaired.
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Automatic { Warning
the way into P (Park) as you
maintain brake application. Then
Transmission It is dangerous to get out of the
press the shift lever button and
move the shift lever into another
vehicle if the shift lever is not fully gear. See Shifting out of Park 0 211.
in P (Park) with the parking brake
firmly set. The vehicle can roll. R : Use this gear to back up.

Do not leave the vehicle when the


Caution
engine is running. If you have left
the engine running, the vehicle Shifting to R (Reverse) while the
can move suddenly. You or others vehicle is moving forward could
could be injured. To be sure the damage the transmission. The
vehicle will not move, even when repairs would not be covered by
you are on fairly level ground, the vehicle warranty. Shift to
always set the parking brake and R (Reverse) only after the vehicle
move the shift lever to P (Park). is stopped.
The selected gear is also shown in See Shifting Into Park 0 210.
the instrument cluster.
To rock the vehicle back and forth to
P : This position locks the drive Make sure the shift lever is fully in get out of snow, ice, or sand without
wheels. It is the best position to use P (Park) before starting the engine. damaging the transmission, see If
when starting the engine because The vehicle has an automatic the Vehicle Is Stuck 0 198.
the vehicle cannot move easily. transmission shift lock control
system. The regular brake must be N : In this position, the engine does
fully applied first and then the shift not connect with the wheels. To
lever button pressed before shifting restart the engine when the vehicle
from P (Park) when the ignition is in is already moving, use N (Neutral)
ON/RUN. If you cannot shift out of only. Also, use N (Neutral) when the
P (Park), ease pressure on the shift vehicle is being towed.
lever, then push the shift lever all
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D : This position is for normal . When climbing a grade.


{ Warning driving. It provides the best fuel . When driving downhill.
economy. If more power is needed
Shifting into a drive gear while the for passing, and the vehicle is: . When driving in hot
engine is running at high speed is temperatures or at high altitude.
dangerous. Unless your foot is . Going less than 56 km/h
firmly on the brake pedal, the (35 mph), push the accelerator
pedal about halfway down. Manual Mode
vehicle could move very rapidly.
You could lose control and hit . Going about 56 km/h (35 mph) or Driver Shift Control (DSC)
people or objects. Do not shift more, push the accelerator all
into a drive gear while the engine the way down.
is running at high speed. M : This position allows shifting
similar to a manual transmission.
See Manual Mode 0 215.
Caution
Caution
Shifting out of P (Park) or
N (Neutral) with the engine If the vehicle does not shift gears,
running at high speed may the transmission could be
damage the transmission. The damaged. Have the vehicle
repairs would not be covered by serviced right away.
the vehicle warranty. Be sure the
To use this feature:
engine is not running at high Operating Modes
speed when shifting the vehicle. 1. Move the shift lever from
The transmission may operate in a D (Drive) rearward to
lower gear than normal to improve M (Manual).
vehicle performance. The engine
speed may be higher and there may While driving in manual mode,
be an increase in noise during the the transmission will remain in
following conditions: the driver selected gear. When
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coming to a stop in the manual . The transmission will not allow


position, the vehicle will shifting to the next higher gear if
Manual Transmission
automatically shift into the vehicle speed or engine rpm The vehicle may be equipped with a
1 (First) gear. is too low. 5-speed or 6-speed manual
. transmission.
2. Press the + (plus) end of the The transmission will not allow
button on the side of the shift shifting to the next lower gear if
lever to upshift, or press the the vehicle speed or engine rpm Caution
(minus) end of the button to is too high.
downshift. Do not rest your hand on the shift
Automatic Transmission lever while driving. The pressure
The instrument cluster will change Adaptation Feature could cause premature wear in
from the currently displayed the transmission. The repairs
While constant driving or gear
message to the letter M, for would not be covered by the
shifting increases durability and
Manual position, and a number vehicle warranty.
keeps best shift quality over the
indicating the requested gear.
transmission life cycle. You may feel
While using the DSC feature, the uncomfortable shifting at initial
transmission will have firmer shifting mileage. It is considered normal.
and sportier performance. This can Constant driving in each gear and Caution
be used for sport driving or when gear shifting will improve shift
climbing hills to stay in gear longer Do not rest your foot on the clutch
quality.
or to downshift for more power or pedal while driving or while
engine braking. stopped. The pressure can cause
premature wear in the clutch. The
The transmission will only allow you repairs would not be covered by
to shift into gears appropriate for the the vehicle warranty.
vehicle speed and engine
revolutions per minute (rpm):
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into 2 (Second). Then, slowly let up


Caution on the clutch pedal as you press the
accelerator pedal.
Shifting the vehicle initially into
any gear other than 1 (First) or 3 (Third), 4 (Fourth), 5 (Fifth), and
R (Reverse) can damage the 6 (Sixth) : Shift into 3 (Third),
clutch. Shift the manual 4 (Fourth), 5 (Fifth), and 6 (Sixth) (if
transmission in the proper equipped) the same way as for
sequence, and time the gear 2 (Second). Slowly let up on the
clutch pedal as you press the
shifting with the accelerator to
accelerator pedal. Upshifts should
avoid revving the engine and
occur between 2000 and 3000 rpm
damaging the clutch. and downshifts should occur
between 2000 and 1000 rpm.
1 (First) : Press the clutch pedal R (Reverse) : To engage
To stop, let up on the accelerator
fully to the pedal stop and shift into R (Reverse), with the vehicle
pedal and press the brake pedal.
1 (First). Then slowly let up on the stationary, pull up on the button on
Just before the vehicle stops, press
clutch pedal as you press the the selector lever and engage the
the clutch pedal and the brake
accelerator pedal. gear. If the gear does not engage,
pedal, and shift to Neutral.
set the lever in Neutral, release the
If you have come to a complete stop Neutral : Use this position when clutch pedal, and apply it again;
and it is hard to shift into 1 (First), you start or idle the engine. The then repeat gear selection.
put the shift lever in Neutral and let shift lever is in Neutral when it is
up on the clutch. Press the clutch centered in the shift pattern, not in
pedal back down. Then shift into Caution
any gear.
1 (First).
Shifting to R (Reverse) while the
2 (Second) : Press the clutch pedal vehicle is moving forward could
fully to the pedal stop as you let up damage the transmission. The
on the accelerator pedal and shift repairs would not be covered by
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Up-Shift Light Drive Systems


Caution (Continued)
the vehicle warranty. Shift to All-Wheel Drive
R (Reverse) only after the vehicle
If equipped, this feature transfers
is stopped. engine power, as required, to all
four wheels. It is fully automatic ,
Shift Speeds and adjusts itself as needed for road
Vehicles equipped with a manual conditions.
Caution transmission may have an up-shift When using a compact spare tire on
light. This light indicates when to an All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicle,
Do not skip gears while shift to the next higher gear for the system automatically detects the
upshifting. This can cause better fuel economy. compact spare and disables AWD to
premature wear in the For the best fuel economy, protect the system. A Driver
transmission. The repairs would accelerate slowly and shift when the Information Center (DIC) message
not be covered by the vehicle light comes on, and if the weather, will display on the instrument
warranty. road, and traffic conditions allow. cluster. See Vehicle Messages
(Base Level) 0 129 or Vehicle
It is normal for the light to go on and Messages (Uplevel) 0 130. To
off if the accelerator position restore AWD operation and prevent
{ Warning changes quickly. Ignore the light excessive wear on the system,
during downshifts. replace the compact spare with a
If you skip a gear when full-size tire as soon as possible.
downshifting, you could lose See Compact Spare Tire 0 304.
control of the vehicle. You could
injure yourself or others. Do not AWD will be disabled and the
shift down more than one gear at message will display if there is
excessive wheel spin. When the
a time when downshifting.
system cools down, AWD will be
restored.
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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 might hear the ABS
computer senses that the wheels
pump or motor operating and feel
are slowing down. If one of the
Antilock Brake System (ABS) (if the brake pedal pulsate, but this is
wheels is about to stop rolling, the
equipped) is an advanced electronic normal.
computer will separately work the
braking system that helps prevent a
brakes at each wheel. Braking in Emergencies
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
might be heard while this test is
braking hard. braking.
going on, and it might even be
noticed that the brake pedal moves As the brakes are applied, the
a little. This is normal. computer keeps receiving updates 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 the ABS, there will not be enough time to
this warning light stays on. See apply the brakes if that vehicle
Antilock Brake System (ABS) suddenly slows or stops. Always
Warning Light 0 119. leave enough room up ahead to
stop, even with ABS.
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To set the parking brake, hold the feature uses the stability system the vehicle in a complete standstill
brake pedal down and pull up on the hydraulic brake control module to on a grade, HSA will be
parking brake lever. If the ignition is supplement the power brake system automatically activated. During the
on, the brake system warning light under conditions where the driver transition period between when the
will come on. See Brake System has quickly and forcefully applied driver releases the brake pedal and
Warning Light 0 118. the brake pedal in an attempt to starts to accelerate to drive off on a
To release the parking brake, hold quickly stop or slow down the grade, HSA holds the braking
the brake pedal down. Pull the vehicle. The stability system pressure to ensure that there is no
parking brake lever up until you can hydraulic brake control module rolling. The brakes will automatically
press the release button. Hold the increases brake pressure at each release when the accelerator pedal
release button in as you move the corner of the vehicle until the ABS is applied within the two-second
brake lever all the way down. activates. Minor brake pedal window. It will not activate if the
pulsation or pedal movement during vehicle is in a drive gear and facing
this time is normal and the driver downhill, or if the vehicle is facing
Caution should continue to apply the brake uphill and in R (Reverse).
pedal as the driving situation
Driving with the parking brake on
dictates. The brake assist feature
can overheat the brake system will automatically disengage when
and cause premature wear or the brake pedal is released or brake
damage to brake system parts. pedal pressure is quickly
Make sure that the parking brake decreased.
is fully released and the brake
warning light is off before driving. Hill Start Assist (HSA)
If equipped, Hill Start Assist (HSA)
Brake Assist may be useful when the vehicle is
If equipped, Brake Assist is stopped on a grade. This feature is
designed to assist in stopping or designed to prevent the vehicle from
decreasing vehicle speed in rolling, either forward or rearward,
emergency driving conditions. This during vehicle drive off. After the
driver completely stops and holds
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Ride Control Systems vehicle wheel brakes to assist the


driver in keeping the vehicle on the
intended path.
Traction Control/
If cruise control is being used and
Electronic Stability traction control or StabiliTrak begins
Control to limit wheel spin, cruise control will
disengage. Cruise control may be The indicator light for both systems
System Operation turned back on when road is in the instrument cluster. This
If equipped, the vehicle has a conditions allow. light will:
Traction Control System (TCS) and Both systems come on . Flash when TCS is limiting
StabiliTrak, an electronic stability automatically when the vehicle is wheel spin.
control system. These systems help started and begins to move. The
limit wheel slip and assist the driver . Flash when StabiliTrak is
systems may be heard or felt while activated.
in maintaining control, especially on they are operating or while
slippery road conditions. performing diagnostic checks. This . Turn on and stay on when either
TCS activates if it senses that any is normal and does not mean there system is not working.
of the drive wheels are spinning or is a problem with the vehicle. If either system fails to turn on or to
beginning to lose traction. When this It is recommended to leave both activate, a message displays in the
happens, TCS applies the brakes to systems on for normal driving Driver Information Center (DIC),
the spinning wheels and reduces conditions, but it may be necessary and d comes on and stays on to
engine power to limit wheel spin. to turn TCS off if the vehicle gets indicate that the system is inactive
StabiliTrak activates when the stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. and is not assisting the driver in
vehicle senses a difference between See If the Vehicle Is Stuck 0 198 maintaining control. The vehicle is
the intended path and the direction and Turning the Systems Off and safe to drive, but driving should be
the vehicle is actually traveling. On later in this section. adjusted accordingly.
StabiliTrak selectively applies
braking pressure to any one of the If d comes on and stays on:
1. Stop the vehicle.
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2. Turn the engine off and wait To turn TCS and StabiliTrak on
15 seconds. Caution again, press and release g. The
3. Start the engine. Do not repeatedly brake or Traction Off light i and StabiliTrak
Drive the vehicle. If d comes on accelerate heavily when TCS is Off light g in the instrument cluster
and stays on, the vehicle may need off. The vehicle driveline could be turn off.
more time to diagnose the problem. damaged.
Adding accessories can affect the
If the condition persists, see your vehicle performance. See
dealer. To turn off only TCS, press and Accessories and
Turning the Systems Off release g. The Traction Off light i Modifications 0 240.
and On displays in the instrument cluster.
To turn TCS on again, press and
release g. The Traction Off light i
displayed in the instrument cluster
will turn off.
If TCS is limiting wheel spin when g
is pressed, the system will not turn
off until the wheels stop spinning.
To turn off both TCS and StabiliTrak,
press and hold g until the Traction
Off light i and StabiliTrak Off
light g come on and stay on in the
instrument cluster.
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Cruise Control See Traction Control/Electronic


Stability Control 0 221. When road
hold upward to accelerate. If cruise
control is already active, use to
If equipped with cruise control, a conditions allow you to safely use it increase vehicle speed.
speed of about 40 km/h (25 mph) or again, cruise control can be turned SET/ : Move the thumbwheel down
more can be maintained without back on. briefly to set the speed and activate
keeping your foot on the
If the brakes are applied, cruise cruise control. If cruise control is
accelerator. Cruise control does not
control disengages. already active, use to decrease
work at speeds below 40 km/h
speed.
(25 mph).
n : Press to disengage cruise
{ Warning control without erasing the set
speed from memory.
Cruise control can be dangerous Setting Cruise Control
where you cannot drive safely at
a steady speed. Do not use If o is on when not in use, SET/
cruise control on winding roads or or RES/+ could get bumped and go
in heavy traffic. into cruise when not desired.
Cruise control can be dangerous Keep o off when cruise control is
on slippery roads. On such roads, not being used.
fast changes in tire traction can To set cruise control:
cause excessive wheel slip, and
you could lose control. Do not use o : Press to turn the cruise control 1. Press o to turn the cruise
cruise control on slippery roads. system on and off. A white indicator system on.
comes on in the instrument cluster 2. Get up to the desired speed.
when cruise is turned on.
If the vehicle's Traction Control 3. Move the thumbwheel down to
System (TCS) or StabiliTrak system RES/+ : If there is a set speed in SET/ and release it.
begins to limit wheel spin while memory, move the thumbwheel up
briefly to resume to that speed or 4. Remove your foot from the
using cruise control, the cruise accelerator.
control will automatically disengage.
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The cruise control indicator on the . To increase vehicle speed in The speedometer reading can be
instrument cluster turns green after small increments, move the displayed in either English or metric
cruise control has been set to the thumbwheel up toward RES/+ units. See Instrument Cluster 0 111.
desired speed. See Instrument briefly. For each press, the The increment value used depends
Cluster 0 111. vehicle goes about 1.6 km/h on the units displayed.
(1 mph) faster.
Resuming a Set Speed Passing Another Vehicle While
The speedometer reading can be Using Cruise Control
If the cruise control is set at a displayed in either English or metric
desired speed and then the brakes Use the accelerator pedal to
units. See Instrument Cluster 0 111.
or clutch for manual transmissions increase the vehicle speed. When
The increment value used depends
are applied, the cruise control is you take your foot off the pedal, the
on the units displayed.
disengaged without erasing the set vehicle slows down to the previously
speed from memory. Reducing Speed While Using set cruise control speed. While
Once the vehicle reaches about Cruise Control pressing the accelerator pedal or
40 km/h (25 mph) or more, move the If the cruise control system is shortly following the release to
thumbwheel up toward RES/+ already activated: override cruise, briefly moving the
briefly. The vehicle returns to the thumbwheel toward SET/ will result
. Move the thumbwheel toward in cruise set to the current vehicle
previous set speed. SET/ and hold until the desired speed.
Increasing Speed While Using lower speed is reached, then
Cruise Control release it. Using Cruise Control on Hills

If the cruise control system is . To decrease the vehicle speed in How well cruise control works on
already activated: small increments, move the hills depends on the vehicle speed,
thumbwheel toward SET/ load, and the steepness of the hills.
. Move the thumbwheel up toward When going up steep hills, you
briefly. For each press, the
RES/+ and hold it until the vehicle goes about 1.6 km/h might have to step on the
desired speed is reached, then (1 mph) slower. accelerator pedal to maintain the
release it. vehicle speed. When going
downhill, you might have to brake or
shift to a lower gear to keep your
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speed down. If the brake pedal is Driver Assistance An image appears on the
applied, cruise control will infotainment display when the
disengage. Systems vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse).
The infotainment display goes to the
Ending Cruise Control
Rear Vision previous screen after approximately
There are four ways to end cruise 10 seconds once the vehicle is
control:
Camera (RVC) shifted out of R (Reverse).
. Step lightly on the brake pedal If equipped, the RVC can assist the To see the previous screen sooner,
or clutch for manual driver when backing up by do one of the following:
transmission. displaying a view of the area behind
the vehicle. . Press a hard key on the
. Press n. navigation system.
. Shift the transmission to { Warning . Shift into P (Park).
N (Neutral). Press MENU to adjust the display
The camera(s) do not display
. To turn off cruise control, brightness while viewing the rear
children, pedestrians, bicyclists,
camera display.
press o. crossing traffic, animals, or any
other object outside of the Symbols and Guidelines
Erasing Speed Memory
cameras field of view, below the The RVC system may have a
The cruise control set speed is bumper, or under the vehicle. feature that lets the driver view
erased from memory if o is Shown distances may be different parking assist symbols on the
pressed or if the ignition is from actual distances. Do not infotainment display while using the
turned off. drive or park the vehicle using RVC. The Rear Parking Assist
only these camera(s). Always (RPA) system must not be disabled
check behind and around the to use the caution symbols. The
vehicle before driving. Failure to error message Rear Parking Assist
use proper care may result in Symbols Unavailable may display if
injury, death, or vehicle damage. RPA has been disabled and the
symbols have been turned on. See
Parking Assist 0 227.
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Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) RCTA can be turned on or off The camera is above the license
On vehicles with RCTA, a triangle through vehicle personalization. See plate.
with an arrow may display on the Collision Detection Systems under The area displayed by the camera is
RVC screen to warn of traffic Vehicle Personalization 0 137. limited.
coming from either direction. This Rear Vision Camera Error It does not display objects that are
system detects objects coming from Messages close to either corner or under the
up to 20 m (65 ft) from the left or bumper and can vary depending on
right side, behind the vehicle. When SERVICE REAR VISION CAMERA
SYSTEM : This message can vehicle orientation or road
an object is detected, three beeps conditions. Displayed images may
sound from the left or right side, appear on the infotainment display
when the system is not working be farther or closer than they
depending on the direction of the appear.
detected vehicle. properly.
If any other problem occurs or if a The following illustrations show the
The parking assist and RCTA field of view that the camera
symbols appear and may cover an problem persists, see your dealer.
provides.
object when viewing the Rear Vision Camera Location
infotainment display when an object
is detected by the RPA or RCTA
system.
The RVC system may also have a
guideline overlay that can help the
driver align the vehicle when
backing into a parking spot.
To turn the symbols or guidelines on
or off, see Vehicle
Personalization 0 137.

1. View Displayed by the


Camera
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. The back of the vehicle is in an
accident. The position and Warning (Continued)
mounting angle of the camera
can change or the camera can below the bumper or that are too
be affected. Be sure to have the close or too far from the vehicle.
camera and its position and It is not available at speeds
mounting angle checked at your greater than 8 km/h (5 mph). To
dealer. prevent injury, death, or vehicle
damage, even with parking assist,
1. View Displayed by the Parking Assist always check the area around the
Camera vehicle and check all mirrors
If equipped, Rear Parking Assist before backing.
2. Corner of the Rear Bumper (RPA) system, it assists the driver
When the System Does Not with parking and avoiding objects
while in R (Reverse). RPA operates How the System Works
Seem To Work Properly at speeds less than 8 km/h (5 mph), RPA comes on automatically when
The RVC system may not work and the sensors on the rear bumper the shift lever is moved into
properly or display a clear image if: detect objects up to 2.5 m (8 ft) R (Reverse).
. It is dark. behind the vehicle, and at least
20 cm (8 in) off the ground. The An obstacle is indicated by audible
. The sun or the beam of distance objects can be detected beeps. The interval between the
headlamps is shining directly may be less during warmer or humid beeps becomes shorter as the
into the camera lens. weather. vehicle gets closer to the obstacle.
. Ice, snow, mud, or anything else When the distance is less than
builds up on the camera lens. { Warning 40 cm (16 in) the beeping is a
continuous tone for five seconds.
Clean the lens, rinse it with
water, and wipe it with a soft The parking assist system does
cloth. not detect children, pedestrians,
bicyclists, animals, or objects
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Turning the System On and Off washing the vehicle in cold beeps. FCA also lights an amber
weather. The light may not clear visual alert if following another
The RPA system can be turned on
until the frost or ice has melted. vehicle much too closely.
and off using the infotainment
system controls. See Vehicle . An object was hanging out of the FCA detects vehicles within a
Personalization 0 137. liftgate during the last drive distance of approximately 60 m
cycle. Once the object is (197 ft) and operates at speeds
When the System Does Not removed, RPA will return to above 40 km/h (25 mph).
Seem to Work Properly normal operation.
. The bumper is damaged. Take { Warning
the vehicle to your dealer to
repair the system. FCA is a warning system and
does not apply the brakes. When
. Other conditions, such as approaching a slower-moving or
vibrations from a jackhammer or stopped vehicle ahead too rapidly,
the compression of air brakes on or when following a vehicle too
This light may come on for the a very large truck, are affecting
closely, FCA may not provide a
following reasons: system performance.
warning with enough time to help
. The sensors are not clean. Keep If the above conditions do not exist, avoid a crash. It also may not
the vehicle's rear bumper free of take the vehicle to your dealer to provide any warning at all. FCA
mud, dirt, snow, ice, and slush. repair the system. does not warn of pedestrians,
For cleaning instructions, see animals, signs, guardrails,
Exterior Care 0 311. Forward Collision Alert bridges, construction barrels,
. The parking assist sensors are (FCA) System or other objects. Be ready to take
covered by frost or ice. Frost or action and apply the brakes. See
If equipped, the FCA system may
ice can form around and behind Defensive Driving 0 193.
help to avoid or reduce the harm
the sensors and may not always caused by front-end crashes. When
be seen; this can occur after approaching a vehicle ahead too FCA can be disabled with the FCA
quickly, FCA provides a flashing red steering wheel control.
alert on the windshield and rapidly
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Detecting the Vehicle Ahead more rapidly which can cause a


Warning (Continued) brief, mild deceleration. Continue to
apply the brake pedal as the driving
or ice, or if the windshield is situation dictates. Cruise control
damaged. It may also not detect a may be disengaged when the
vehicle on winding or hilly roads, Collision Alert occurs.
or in conditions that can limit
visibility such as fog, rain, Tailgating Alert
or snow, or if the headlamps or
FCA warnings will not occur unless windshield are not cleaned or in
the FCA system detects a vehicle
proper condition. Keep the
ahead. When a vehicle is detected,
windshield, headlamps, and FCA
the vehicle ahead indicator will
display green. Vehicles may not be sensors clean and in good repair.
detected on curves, highway exit
ramps, or hills, due to poor visibility; Collision Alert The vehicle ahead indicator will
or if a vehicle ahead is partially display amber when you are
blocked by pedestrians or other following a detected vehicle ahead
objects. FCA will not detect another much too closely.
vehicle ahead until it is completely
in the driving lane. Selecting the Alert Timing
The Collision Alert control is on the
{ Warning steering wheel. Press [ to set the
When your vehicle approaches FCA timing to far, medium, near,
FCA does not provide a warning another detected vehicle too rapidly, or off. The first button press shows
to help avoid a crash, unless it the red FCA display will flash on the the current control setting on the
detects a vehicle. FCA may not windshield. Also, eight rapid DIC. Additional button presses will
detect a vehicle ahead if the FCA high-pitched beeps will sound from change this setting. The chosen
sensor is blocked by dirt, snow, the front. When this Collision Alert setting will remain until it is changed
(Continued) occurs, the brake system may and will affect the timing of both the
prepare for driver braking to occur Collision Alert and the Tailgating
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Alert features. The timing of both Side Blind Zone SBZA Detection Zones
alerts will vary based on vehicle
speed. The faster the vehicle speed,
Alert (SBZA)
the farther away the alert will occur. If equipped, the SBZA system is a
Consider traffic and weather lane-changing aid that assists
conditions when selecting the alert drivers with avoiding crashes that
timing. The range of selectable alert occur with moving vehicles in the
timing may not be appropriate for all side blind zone (or spot) areas. The
drivers and driving conditions. SBZA warning display will light up in
the corresponding outside side
Unnecessary Alerts mirror and will flash if the turn signal
FCA may provide unnecessary is on.
alerts to turning vehicles, vehicles in
other lanes, objects that are not
vehicles, or shadows. These alerts
{ Warning
The SBZA sensor covers a zone of
are normal operation and the SBZA does not alert the driver to approximately one lane over from
vehicle does not need service. vehicles rapidly approaching both sides of the vehicle, or 3.5 m
outside of the side blind zones, (11 ft). The height of the zone is
Cleaning the System
pedestrians, bicyclists, approximately between 0.5 m (1.5 ft)
If the FCA system does not seem to or animals. It may not provide and 2 m (6 ft) off the ground. This
operate properly, cleaning the alerts when changing lanes under zone starts at approximately the
outside of the windshield in front of all driving conditions. Failure to middle of the vehicle and goes back
the camera sensor may correct the use proper care when changing 5 m (16 ft).
issue lanes may result in injury, death, How the System Works
or vehicle damage. Before
making a lane change, always The SBZA symbol lights up in the
check mirrors, glance over your side mirrors when the system
shoulder, and use the turn detects a moving vehicle in the next
signals. lane over that is in the side blind
zone. This indicates it may be
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unsafe to change lanes. Before If SBZA is disabled by the driver, cleaning instructions, see "Washing
making a lane change, check the the SBZA mirror displays will not the Vehicle" under Exterior Care
SBZA display, check mirrors, glance light up. 0 311. If the DIC still displays the
over your shoulder, and use the turn system unavailable message after
signals. When the System Does Not cleaning both sides of the vehicle
Seem to Work Properly toward the rear corners of the
SBZA displays may not come on vehicle, see your dealer.
when passing a vehicle quickly or If the SBZA displays do not light up
for a stopped vehicle. SBZA may when vehicles are in the blind zone
alert to objects attached to the and the system is clean, the system
vehicle, such as a bicycle, or object may need service. Take the vehicle
Left Side Mirror Right Side Mirror extending out to either side of the to your dealer.
Display Display vehicle. This is normal system
operation; the vehicle does not need When SBZA is disabled for any
When the vehicle is started, both service. reason other than the driver turning
outside mirror SBZA displays will it off, the Side Blind Zone Alert On
briefly come on to indicate the SBZA may not always alert the option will not be available on the
system is operating. When the driver to vehicles in the side blind personalization menu.
vehicle is in a forward gear, the left- zone, especially in wet conditions.
or right-side mirror display will light The system does not need to be Radio Frequency Information
up if a moving vehicle is detected in serviced. The system may light up See Radio Frequency
that blind zone. If the turn signal is due to guardrails, signs, trees, Statement 0 347.
activated in the same direction of a shrubs, and other non-moving
objects. This is normal system
detected vehicle, this display will
operation; the vehicle does not need
Lane Departure
flash as an extra warning not to Warning (LDW)
change lanes. service.
SBZA may not operate when the If equipped, LDW may help avoid
SBZA can be disabled through
SBZA sensors in the left or right crashes due to unintentional lane
vehicle personalization. See
corners of the rear bumper are departures. It may provide an alert if
Collision/Detection Systems under
covered with mud, dirt, snow, ice, the vehicle is crossing a lane
Vehicle Personalization 0 137.
or slush, or in heavy rainstorms. For marking without using a turn signal
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in that direction. LDW uses a


camera sensor to detect the lane Warning (Continued)
markings at speeds of 56 km/h
(35 mph) or greater. If LDW only detects lane
markings on one side of the road,
it will only warn you when
{ Warning departing the lane on the side
where it has detected a lane When LDW is on, @ is green if
The LDW system does not steer
marking. Always keep your LDW is available to warn of a lane
the vehicle. The LDW system
attention on the road and departure. If the vehicle crosses a
may not: detected lane marking without using
maintain proper vehicle position
. Provide enough time to the turn signal in that direction, @
within the lane, or vehicle
avoid a crash. damage, injury, or death could changes to amber and flashes.
. Detect lane markings under occur. Always keep the Additionally, there will be three
poor weather or visibility windshield, headlamps, and beeps on the right or left, depending
conditions. This can occur if camera sensors clean and in on the lane departure direction.
the windshield or good repair. Do not use LDW in
headlamps are blocked by
When the System Does Not
bad weather conditions. Seem to Work Properly
dirt, snow, or ice; if they are
not in proper condition; or if The system may not detect lanes as
the sun shines directly into How the System Works well when there are:
the camera. The LDW camera sensor is on the . Close vehicles ahead.
. Detect road edges. windshield ahead of the rearview
mirror. . Sudden lighting changes, such
. Detect lanes on winding or as when driving through tunnels.
hilly roads. To turn LDW on and off, press @ on . Banked roads.
(Continued) the center stack. The control
indicator will light when LDW is on. If the LDW system is not functioning
properly when lane markings are
clearly visible, cleaning the
windshield may help.
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LDW alerts may occur due to tar Fuel posted octane rating of less than 87,
marks, shadows, cracks in the road, as this may cause engine knock and
temporary or construction lane GM recommends the use of TOP will lower fuel economy.
markings, or other road TIER detergent gasoline to keep
imperfections. This is normal system the engine cleaner and reduce Prohibited Fuels
operation; the vehicle does not need engine deposits. See
service. Turn LDW off if these www.toptiergas.com for a list of TOP Caution
conditions continue. TIER detergent gasoline marketers
and applicable countries. Do not use fuels with any of the
following conditions; doing so
may damage the vehicle and void
its warranty:
. For vehicles which are not
FlexFuel, fuel labeled
greater than 15% ethanol by
volume, such as mid-level
ethanol blends (16 50%
ethanol), E85, or FlexFuel.
. Fuel with any amount of
methanol, methylal, and
aniline. These fuels can
corrode metal fuel system
Do not use any fuel labeled E85 or parts or damage plastic and
FlexFuel. Do not use gasoline with rubber parts.
ethanol levels greater than 15% by
volume. . Fuel containing metals such
as methylcyclopentadienyl
Use regular unleaded gasoline manganese tricarbonyl
meeting ASTM specification D4814
with a posted octane rating of 87 or (Continued)
higher. Do not use gasoline with a
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If TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is


Caution (Continued) not available, one bottle of GM Fuel Warning (Continued)
System Treatment Cleaner added to
(MMT), which can damage . Do not leave the fuel pump
the fuel tank at every engine oil
the emissions control change, can help. GM Fuel System unattended.
system and spark plugs. Treatment Cleaner is the only . Do not use a cell phone
. Fuel with a posted octane gasoline additive recommended by while refueling.
rating of less than the General Motors. It is available at . Do not re-enter the vehicle
recommended fuel. Using your dealer. while pumping fuel.
this fuel will lower fuel
economy and performance, Filling the Tank . Keep children away from
and may decrease the life of the fuel pump and never let
the emissions catalyst. children pump fuel.
{ Warning . Fuel can spray out if the fuel
Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn cap is opened too quickly.
Fuels in Foreign This spray can happen if the
violently and can cause injury or
Countries death. tank is nearly full, and is
The U.S., Canada, and Mexico post more likely in hot weather.
. To help avoid injuries to you
fuel octane ratings in anti-knock Open the fuel cap slowly
and others, read and follow and wait for any hiss noise
index (AKI). For fuel not to use in a all the instructions on the
foreign country, see Prohibited to stop, then unscrew the
fuel pump island. cap all the way.
Fuels in Fuel 0 233.
. Turn off the engine when
Fuel Additives refueling.
The fuel cap is behind a hinged fuel
. Keep sparks, flames, and door at the rear driver side of the
To keep fuel systems clean, TOP
smoking materials away vehicle.
TIER Detergent Gasoline is
from fuel.
recommended. See Fuel 0 233.
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If equipped, the fuel door is locked


when the vehicle doors are locked. { Warning { Warning
Press K on the RKE transmitter to Overfilling the fuel tank by more If a fire starts while you are
unlock. than three clicks of a standard fill refueling, do not remove the
nozzle may cause: nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by
. Vehicle performance issues, shutting off the pump or by
including engine stalling and notifying the station attendant.
damage to the fuel system. Leave the area immediately.
. Fuel spills.
. Potential fuel fires.
Caution
Be careful not to spill fuel. Wait a If a new fuel cap is needed, be
few seconds after you have finished sure to get the right type of cap
pumping before removing the from your dealer. The wrong type
nozzle. Clean fuel from painted of fuel cap may not fit properly,
To open the fuel door, push and surfaces as soon as possible. See may cause the malfunction
release the rearward center edge of Exterior Care 0 311. indicator lamp to light, and could
the door. When replacing the fuel cap, turn it damage the fuel tank and
clockwise until it clicks. Make sure emissions system. See
To remove the fuel cap, turn it
the cap is fully installed. The Malfunction Indicator Lamp
slowly counterclockwise. The fuel
diagnostic system can determine if (Check Engine Light) 0 116.
cap has a spring in it; if the cap is
released too soon, it will spring back the fuel cap has been left off or
to the right. improperly installed. This would
allow fuel to evaporate into the
While refueling, hang the fuel cap atmosphere. See Malfunction
from the hook on the fuel door. Indicator Lamp (Check Engine
Light) 0 116.
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Filling a Portable Fuel Warning (Continued) Trailer Towing


Container
. Fill the container no more General Towing
{ Warning than 95% full to allow for
expansion.
Information
Filling a portable fuel container . The vehicle is neither designed nor
Do not smoke, light
while it is in the vehicle can cause intended to tow a trailer.
matches, or use lighters
fuel vapors that can ignite either while pumping fuel.
by static electricity or other
. Avoid using cell phones or
means. You or others could be
other electronic devices.
badly burned and the vehicle
could be damaged. Always:
. Use approved fuel
containers.
. Remove the container from
the vehicle, trunk, or pickup
bed before filling.
. Place the container on the
ground.
. Place the nozzle inside the
fill opening of the container
before dispensing fuel, and
keep it in contact with the fill
opening until filling is
complete.
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Conversions and Caution


Add-Ons Some electrical equipment can
damage the vehicle or cause
Add-On Electrical components to not work and
Equipment would not be covered by the
vehicle warranty. Always check
{ Warning with your dealer before adding
electrical equipment.
The Data Link Connector (DLC) is
used for vehicle service and
Emission Inspection/Maintenance Add-on equipment can drain the
testing. See Malfunction Indicator vehicle's 12-volt battery, even if the
vehicle is not operating.
Lamp (Check Engine Light) 0 116.
A device connected to the DLC The vehicle has an airbag system.
such as an aftermarket fleet or Before attempting to add anything
driver-behavior tracking device electrical to the vehicle, see
may interfere with vehicle Servicing the Airbag-Equipped
systems. This could affect vehicle Vehicle 0 77 and Adding Equipment
operation and cause a crash. to the Airbag-Equipped
Such devices may also access Vehicle 0 78.
information stored in the vehicles
systems.
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Power Steering Fluid (1.8L L4


Vehicle Care Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257
Taillamps, Turn Signal,
Sidemarker, Stoplamps, and
Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257 Back-Up Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258 License Plate Lamp . . . . . . . . . . 270
General Information Brake Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259 Replacement Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . 271
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 239 Battery - North America . . . . . . 260
California Proposition All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261 Electrical System
65 Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239 Starter Switch Check . . . . . . . . . 261 Electrical System Overload . . . 272
California Perchlorate Automatic Transmission Shift Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . 272
Materials Requirements . . . . . 239 Lock Control Function Engine Compartment Fuse
Accessories and Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262 Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273
Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240 Ignition Transmission Lock Instrument Panel Fuse
Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262 Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276
Vehicle Checks Rear Compartment Fuse
Doing Your Own Park Brake and P (Park)
Mechanism Check . . . . . . . . . . 262 Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278
Service Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241 Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . 263 Wheels and Tires
Engine Compartment Headlamp Aiming Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243 Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . 264 All-Season Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280
Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246 Winter Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . 248 Bulb Replacement Tire Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . . . 281
Automatic Transmission Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 264 Tire Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . 283
Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249 Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264 Tire Terminology and
Manual Transmission Fluid . . . 250 LED Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264 Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 283
Hydraulic Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250 Headlamps, Front Turn Signal Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . . . 250 and Parking Lamps . . . . . . . . . 265 Tire Pressure Monitor
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251 Fog Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287
Engine Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253 Tire Pressure Monitor
Engine Overheating . . . . . . . . . . 255 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288
Power Steering Fluid (1.4L L4 Tire Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291
Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257 Tire Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291
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When It Is Time for New General Information cause cancer and birth defects or
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292 other reproductive harm. Engine
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293 For service and parts needs, visit exhaust, many parts and systems,
Different Size Tires and your dealer. You will receive many fluids, and some component
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295 genuine GM parts and GM-trained wear by-products contain and/or
Uniform Tire Quality and supported service people. emit these chemicals.
Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295 Genuine GM parts have one of See Battery - North America 0 260
Wheel Alignment and Tire these marks: and Jump Starting - North
Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297
America 0 305.
Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 297
Tire Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298
If a Tire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . . . 298 California Perchlorate
Tire Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299 Materials Requirements
Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . 304
Certain types of automotive
Jump Starting applications, such as airbag
Jump Starting - North initiators, safety belt pretensioners,
America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305 and lithium batteries contained in
Remote Keyless Entry transmitters,
Towing the Vehicle may contain perchlorate materials.
Towing the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 308 Special handling may be necessary.
Recreational Vehicle For additional information, see
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308 www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/
Appearance Care California Proposition perchlorate.
Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 311 65 Warning
Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315 WARNING: Most motor vehicles,
Floor Mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 318 including this one, as well as many
of its service parts and fluids,
contain and/or emit chemicals
known to the State of California to
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Accessories and GM Accessories are designed to Vehicle Checks


complement and function with other
Modifications systems on the vehicle. See your
Adding non-dealer accessories or dealer to accessorize the vehicle Doing Your Own
making modifications to the vehicle using genuine GM Accessories Service Work
can affect vehicle performance and installed by a dealer technician.
safety, including such things as
airbags, braking, stability, ride and
Also, see Adding Equipment to the { Warning
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 78.
handling, emissions systems, It can be dangerous to work on
aerodynamics, durability, and your vehicle if you do not have
electronic systems like antilock the proper knowledge, service
brakes, traction control, and stability manual, tools, or parts. Always
control. These accessories or follow owners manual procedures
modifications could even cause and consult the service manual
malfunction or damage not covered for your vehicle before doing any
by the vehicle warranty. service work.
Damage to suspension components
caused by modifying vehicle height
If doing some of your own service
outside of factory settings will not be
work, use the proper service
covered by the vehicle warranty.
manual. It tells you much more
Damage to vehicle components about how to service the vehicle
resulting from modifications or the than this manual can. To order the
installation or use of non-GM proper service manual, see Service
certified parts, including control Publications Ordering
module or software modifications, is Information 0 346.
not covered under the terms of the
This vehicle has an airbag system.
vehicle warranty and may affect
Before attempting to do your own
remaining warranty coverage for
service work, see Servicing the
affected parts.
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 77.
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Keep a record with all parts receipts 1. Pull the hood release handle
and list the mileage and the date of inside the vehicle. It is on the
any service work performed. See lower left side of the instrument
Maintenance Records 0 332. panel.

Caution
Even small amounts of
contamination can cause damage
to vehicle systems. Do not allow
contaminants to contact the fluids,
reservoir caps, or dipsticks.
3. Lift the hood and release the
Hood hood prop from its retainer,
above the radiator. Securely
To open the hood: place the hood prop into the
slot on the underside of
2. Go to the front of the vehicle the hood.
and move the secondary hood To close the hood:
release lever toward the driver
side of the vehicle. 1. Before closing the hood, be
sure all filler caps are on
properly. Then, lift the hood to
relieve pressure on the hood
prop. Remove the hood prop
from the slot in the underside
of the hood and return the prop
to its retainer. The prop rod
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must click into place when


returning it to the retainer to
prevent hood damage.
2. Lower the hood 30 cm (12 in)
above the vehicle and release
it so it fully latches. Check to
make sure the hood is closed
and repeat the process if
necessary.
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Engine Compartment Overview

1.4L L4 Engine
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1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 250.


2. Engine Oil Dipstick. See
Engine Oil 0 246.
3. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of
View). See Cooling
System 0 251.
4. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See
Engine Oil 0 246.
5. Engine Coolant Surge Tank
and Pressure Cap. See
Cooling System 0 251.
6. Brake/Clutch Fluid Reservoir.
See Brake Fluid 0 259 and
Hydraulic Clutch 0 250.
7. Auxiliary Fuse Block. See
Engine Compartment Fuse
Block 0 273.
8. Battery - North America 0 260.
9. Windshield Washer Fluid
Reservoir. See Washer
Fluid 0 257.
10. Engine Compartment Fuse
Block 0 273.
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1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 250. 11. Engine Compartment Fuse Checking Engine Oil
2. Power Steering Fluid Block 0 273.
Check the engine oil level regularly,
Reservoir. See Power Steering every 650 km (400 mi), especially
Fluid (1.4L L4 Engine) 0 257 Engine Oil prior to a long trip. The engine oil
or Power Steering Fluid (1.8L To ensure proper engine dipstick handle is a loop. See
L4 Engine) 0 257. performance and long life, careful Engine Compartment Overview
3. Engine Oil Dipstick. See attention must be paid to engine oil. 0 243 for the location.
Engine Oil 0 246. Following these simple, but
4. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of
important steps will help protect
your investment:
{ Warning
View). See Cooling The engine oil dipstick handle
System 0 251. . Use engine oil approved to the
proper specification and of the may be hot; it could burn you.
5. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See proper viscosity grade. See Use a towel or glove to touch the
Engine Oil 0 246. Selecting the Right Engine Oil dipstick handle.
6. Engine Coolant Surge Tank in this section.
and Pressure Cap. See . Check the engine oil level If a low oil Driver Information Center
Cooling System 0 251. regularly and maintain the (DIC) message displays, check the
7. Brake/Clutch Fluid Reservoir. proper oil level. See Checking oil level.
See Brake Fluid 0 259 and Engine Oil and When to Add Follow these guidelines:
Hydraulic Clutch 0 250. Engine Oil in this section.
. To get an accurate reading, park
8. Auxiliary Fuse Block. See . Change the engine oil at the the vehicle on level ground.
Engine Compartment Fuse appropriate time. See Engine Oil Check the engine oil level after
Block 0 273. Life System 0 248. the engine has been off for at
9. Battery - North America 0 260. . Always dispose of engine oil least two hours. Checking the
properly. See What to Do with engine oil level on steep grades
10. Windshield Washer Fluid or too soon after engine shutoff
Used Oil in this section.
Reservoir. See Washer can result in incorrect readings.
Fluid 0 257. Accuracy improves when
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checking a cold engine prior to use. For engine oil crankcase Selecting the Right Engine Oil
starting. Remove the dipstick capacity, see Capacities and
Selecting the right engine oil
and check the level. Specifications 0 334.
depends on both the proper oil
. If unable to wait two hours, the specification and viscosity grade.
engine must be off for at least Caution See Recommended Fluids and
15 minutes if the engine is Lubricants 0 330.
warm, or at least 30 minutes if Do not add too much oil. Oil
the engine is not warm. Pull out levels above or below the Specification
the dipstick, wipe it with a clean acceptable operating range Ask for and use engine oils that
paper towel or cloth, then push it shown on the dipstick are harmful meet the dexos1 specification.
back in all the way. Remove it to the engine. If you find that you
have an oil level above the Engine oils that have been
again, keeping the tip down, and
approved by GM as meeting the
check the level. operating range, i.e., the engine
dexos1 specification are marked
has so much oil that the oil level
When to Add Engine Oil with the dexos1 approved logo. See
gets above the MAX mark, the www.gmdexos.com.
engine could be damaged. You
should drain out the excess oil or
limit driving of the vehicle and
seek a service professional to
remove the excess amount of oil.

See Engine Compartment Overview


If the oil is below the cross-hatched
0 243 for the location of the engine
area at the tip of the dipstick and Caution
oil fill cap.
the engine has been off for at least
15 minutes, add 1 L (1 qt) of the Add enough oil to put the level Failure to use the recommended
recommended oil and then recheck somewhere in the proper operating engine oil or equivalent can result
the level. See Selecting the Right range between the MIN and MAX in engine damage not covered by
Engine Oil later in this section for marks. Push the dipstick all the way the vehicle warranty.
an explanation of what kind of oil to back in when through.
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Viscosity Grade What to Do with Used Oil include engine revolutions, engine
Use SAE 5W-30 viscosity grade temperature, and miles driven.
Used engine oil contains certain
engine oil. Based on driving conditions, the
elements that can be unhealthy for
mileage at which an oil change is
Cold Temperature Operation: In an your skin and could even cause
indicated can vary considerably. For
area of extreme cold, where the cancer. Do not let used oil stay on
the oil life system to work properly,
temperature falls below 29 C your skin for very long. Clean your
the system must be reset every time
(20 F), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be skin and nails with soap and water,
the oil is changed.
used. An oil of this viscosity grade or a good hand cleaner. Wash or
will provide easier cold starting for properly dispose of clothing or rags When the system has calculated
the engine at extremely low containing used engine oil. See the that oil life has been diminished, it
temperatures. When selecting an oil manufacturer's warnings about the indicates that an oil change is
of the appropriate viscosity grade, it use and disposal of oil products. necessary. A : % CHANGE
is recommended to select an oil of Used oil can be a threat to the message in the DIC comes on. See
the correct specification. See environment. If you change your Vehicle Messages (Base Level)
Specification earlier in this section. own oil, be sure to drain all the oil 0 129 or Vehicle Messages
from the filter before disposal. Never (Uplevel) 0 130. Change the oil as
Engine Oil Additives/Engine dispose of oil by putting it in the soon as possible within the next
Oil Flushes trash or pouring it on the ground, 1 000 km (600 mi). It is possible that,
Do not add anything to the oil. The into sewers, or into streams or if driving under the best conditions,
recommended oils meeting the bodies of water. Recycle it by taking the oil life system might indicate that
dexos1 specification are all that is it to a place that collects used oil. an oil change is not necessary for
needed for good performance and up to a year. The engine oil and
engine protection. Engine Oil Life System filter must be changed at least once
a year and, at this time, the system
Engine oil system flushes are not When to Change Engine Oil must be reset. Your dealer has
recommended and could cause trained service people who will
engine damage not covered by the This vehicle has a computer system
perform this work and reset the
vehicle warranty. that indicates when to change the
system. It is also important to check
engine oil and filter. This is based
on a combination of factors which
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the oil regularly over the course of 2. To reset the engine oil life The system is reset when the
an oil drain interval and keep it at system, press the SET/CLR CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON
the proper level. button while the oil life display message is off and the REMAINING
If the system is ever reset is active. After a few seconds, OIL LIFE 100% message is
accidentally, the oil must be the oil life will be reset to displayed. If the CHANGE ENGINE
changed at 5 000 km (3,000 mi) 100%. Be careful not to reset OIL SOON message comes back on
since the last oil change. the oil life display accidentally when the vehicle is started, the
Remember to reset the oil life at any time other than after the engine oil life system has not been
system whenever the oil is changed. oil is changed. It cannot be reset. Repeat the procedure.
reset accurately.
How to Reset the Engine Oil
If the : % CHANGE message in
Automatic Transmission
Life System Fluid
the DIC comes back on when the
Reset the system whenever the vehicle is started, the engine oil life
engine oil is changed so that the How to Check Automatic
system has not reset. Repeat the
system can calculate the next procedure.
Transmission Fluid
engine oil change. Always reset the It is not necessary to check the
engine oil life to 100% after each oil Uplevel Cluster transmission fluid level.
change. It will not reset itself. To 1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN A transmission fluid leak is the only
reset the system: with the engine off. reason for fluid loss. If a leak
2. Press the DIC MENU button on occurs, take the vehicle to your
Base Level Cluster
the turn signal lever to enter dealer and have it repaired as soon
1. Press the MENU button to as possible.
the Vehicle Information Menu.
show Remaining Oil Life on the
Use the thumbwheel to scroll There is a special procedure for
display. This display shows an
through the menu items until checking and changing the
estimate of the oils remaining
you reach REMAINING transmission fluid. Because this
useful life. If 99% is displayed,
OIL LIFE. procedure is difficult, you should
that means that 99% of the
current oil life remains. 3. Press the SET/CLR button to have this done at your dealer.
reset the oil life at 100%.
4. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF.
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Change the fluid at the intervals When to Check and What When to Inspect the Engine Air
listed in Maintenance Schedule to Use Cleaner/Filter
0 322, and be sure to use the fluid
listed in Recommended Fluids and The common hydraulic clutch and For intervals on changing and
Lubricants 0 330. brake master cylinder fluid reservoir inspecting the engine air cleaner/
is filled with brake fluid as indicated filter, see Maintenance
on the reservoir cap. See Engine Schedule 0 322.
Manual Transmission Compartment Overview 0 243 for
Fluid reservoir location. How to Inspect the Engine Air
Cleaner/Filter
It is not necessary to check the How to Check and Add Fluid
manual transmission fluid level. Do not start the engine or have the
A transmission fluid leak is the only Visually check the brake/clutch fluid engine running with the engine air
reason for fluid loss. If a leak reservoir to make sure the fluid level cleaner/filter housing open. Before
occurs, take the vehicle to your is at the MIN (minimum) line on the removing the engine air cleaner/
dealer and have it repaired as soon side of the reservoir. The brake/ filter, make sure that the engine air
as possible. hydraulic clutch fluid system should cleaner/filter housing and nearby
be closed and sealed. components are free of dirt and
Hydraulic Clutch Do not remove the cap to check the debris. Remove the engine air
fluid level or to top-off the fluid level. cleaner/filter. Lightly tap and shake
For vehicles with a manual the engine air cleaner/filter (away
Remove the cap only when
transmission, it is not necessary to from the vehicle), to release loose
necessary to add the proper fluid
regularly check brake/clutch fluid dust and dirt. Inspect the engine air
until the level reaches the MIN line.
unless there is a leak suspected. cleaner/filter for damage, and
Adding fluid will not correct a leak. replace if damaged. Do not clean
A fluid loss in this system could Engine Air Cleaner/Filter the engine air cleaner/filter or
indicate a problem. Have the The engine air cleaner/filter is in the components with water or
system inspected and repaired. engine compartment on the compressed air.
passenger side of the vehicle. See
Engine Compartment
Overview 0 243.
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To inspect or replace the air cleaner/


filter: { Warning
Operating the engine with the air
cleaner/filter off can cause you or
others to be burned. The air
cleaner not only cleans the air; it
helps to stop flames if the engine
backfires. Use caution when
working on the engine and do not
drive with the air cleaner/filter off.

1.8L L4 Engine
1. Remove the two screws, tilt the Caution
1.4L L4 Engine cover, and slide it out of the
assembly. If the air cleaner/filter is off, dirt
can easily get into the engine,
2. Inspect or replace the engine which could damage it. Always
air cleaner/filter.
have the air cleaner/filter in place
3. Lower the cover, slide it into when you are driving.
the assembly, then secure with
the two screws.
See Maintenance Schedule 0 322
Cooling System
for replacement intervals. The cooling system allows the
engine to maintain the correct
working temperature.
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{ Warning
Heater and radiator hoses, and
other engine parts, can be very
hot. Do not touch them. If you do,
you can be burned.
Do not run the engine if there is a
leak. If you run the engine, it
could lose all coolant. That could
cause an engine fire, and you
could be burned. Get any leak
1.4L L4 Engine 1.8L L4 Engine fixed before you drive the vehicle.
1. Engine Cooling Fan (Out 1. Engine Cooling Fan (Out
of View) of View)
2. Engine Coolant Surge Tank 2. Engine Coolant Surge Tank Caution
and Pressure Cap and Pressure Cap
Using coolant other than
DEX-COOL can cause
{ Warning premature engine, heater core,
An electric engine cooling fan or radiator corrosion. In addition,
under the hood can start up even the engine coolant could require
when the engine is not running changing sooner. Any repairs
and can cause injury. Keep would not be covered by the
hands, clothing, and tools away vehicle warranty. Always use
from any underhood electric fan. DEX-COOL (silicate-free) coolant
in the vehicle.
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Engine Coolant Warning (Continued) Caution


The cooling system in the vehicle is
filled with DEX-COOL engine overheat warning. The engine If improper coolant mixture,
coolant. This coolant is designed to could catch fire and you or others inhibitors, or additives are used in
remain in the vehicle for 5 years or could be burned. Use a the vehicle cooling system, the
240 000 km (150,000 mi), whichever 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable engine could overheat and be
occurs first. water and DEX-COOL coolant. damaged. Too much water in the
The following explains the cooling mixture can freeze and crack
system and how to check and add Use a 50/50 mixture of clean engine cooling parts. The repairs
coolant when it is low. If there is a drinkable water and DEX-COOL would not be covered by the
problem with engine overheating, coolant. This mixture: vehicle warranty. Use only the
see Engine Overheating 0 255. proper mixture of engine coolant
. Gives freezing protection down
for the cooling system. See
What to Use to 37 C (34 F), outside Recommended Fluids and
temperature.
Lubricants 0 330.
{ Warning . Gives boiling protection up to
129 C (265 F), engine
Adding only plain water or some Never dispose of engine coolant by
temperature.
other liquid to the cooling system putting it in the trash, pouring it on
. Protects against rust and the ground, or into sewers, streams,
can be dangerous. Plain water
corrosion. or bodies of water. Have the coolant
and other liquids, can boil before
the proper coolant mixture will. . Will not damage aluminum parts. changed by an authorized service
center, familiar with legal
The coolant warning system is set . Helps keep the proper engine requirements regarding used
for the proper coolant mixture. temperature. coolant disposal. This will help
With plain water or the wrong protect the environment and your
mixture, the engine could get too health.
hot but you would not get the
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Checking Coolant How to Add Coolant to the


Coolant Surge Tank Warning (Continued)
The vehicle must be on a level
surface when checking the coolant the cap when the cooling system,
level. Caution including the surge tank pressure
It is normal to see coolant moving in cap, is hot. Wait for the cooling
This vehicle has a specific
the upper coolant hose return line system and surge tank pressure
coolant fill procedure. Failure to
when the engine is running. cap to cool.
follow this procedure could cause
Check to see if coolant is visible in the engine to overheat and be
the coolant surge tank. If the coolant severely damaged.
inside the coolant surge tank is Caution
boiling, do not do anything else until
it cools down. If no problem is found, check to see In cold weather, water can freeze
if coolant is visible in the coolant
If coolant is visible but the coolant and crack the engine, radiator,
surge tank. If coolant is visible but
level is not at or above the mark heater core, and other parts. Use
the coolant level is not at the
pointed to, add a 50/50 mixture of indicated level mark, add a the recommended coolant and
clean drinkable water and 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable the proper coolant mixture.
DEX-COOL coolant. water and DEX-COOL coolant at the
Be sure the cooling system is cool coolant surge tank, but be sure the
before this is done. cooling system, including the
coolant surge tank pressure cap, is
{ Warning
If no coolant is visible in the coolant cool before you do it. You can be burned if you spill
surge tank, add coolant as follows:
coolant on hot engine parts.
{ Warning Coolant contains ethylene glycol
and it will burn if the engine parts
Steam and scalding liquids from a are hot enough. Do not spill
hot cooling system can blow out coolant on a hot engine.
and burn you badly. Never turn
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3. Fill the coolant surge tank with


the proper DEX-COOL coolant Caution
mixture to the indicated
level mark. If the pressure cap is not tightly
installed, coolant loss and
4. With the coolant surge tank possible engine damage may
pressure cap off, start the occur. Be sure the cap is properly
engine and let it run until you and tightly secured.
can feel the upper radiator
hose getting hot. Watch out for
the engine cooling fan. Engine Overheating
By this time, the coolant level The vehicle has an indicator to warn
inside the coolant surge tank of the engine overheating. See
1.4L Engine Shown, 1.8L Engine
may be lower. If the level is Engine Coolant Temperature
Similar lower, add more of the proper Warning Light 0 121.
1. Remove the coolant surge tank DEX-COOL coolant mixture to
pressure cap when the cooling the coolant surge tank until the If the decision is made not to lift the
system, including the coolant level reaches the indicated hood when this warning appears,
surge tank pressure cap and level mark. get service help right away. See
upper radiator hose, is no Roadside Assistance
5. Replace the pressure cap Program 0 341.
longer hot. tightly.
Turn the pressure cap slowly If the decision is made to lift the
Check the level in the coolant surge hood, make sure the vehicle is
counterclockwise about tank when the cooling system has
one-quarter of a turn. If you parked on a level surface.
cooled down. If the coolant is not at
hear a hiss, wait for that to the proper level, repeat Steps 1 Then check to see if the engine
stop. This will allow any 3 and reinstall the pressure cap. cooling fan is running. If the engine
pressure still left to be vented If the coolant still is not at the proper is overheating, the fan should be
out the discharge hose. level when the system cools down running. If it is not, do not continue
2. Keep turning the pressure cap again, see your dealer. to run the engine. Have the vehicle
slowly and remove it. serviced.
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3. When it is safe to do so, pull off


Caution Warning (Continued) the road, shift to P (Park) or
N (Neutral) for an automatic
Running the engine without engine if it overheats, and get out transmission or Neutral for a
coolant may cause damage or a of the vehicle until the engine manual transmission, and let
fire. Vehicle damage would not be is cool. the engine idle.
covered by the vehicle warranty.
If the overheat warning no longer
If No Steam Is Coming from displays, the vehicle can be driven.
If Steam Is Coming from the the Engine Compartment Continue to drive the vehicle slowly
Engine Compartment If an engine overheat warning is for about 10 minutes. Keep a safe
displayed but no steam can be seen vehicle distance from the vehicle in
{ Warning or heard, the problem may not be front. If the warning does not come
back on, continue to drive normally
too serious. Sometimes the engine
Steam from an overheated engine can get a little too hot when the and have the cooling system
can burn you badly, even if you vehicle: checked for proper fill and function.
just open the hood. Stay away If the warning continues, pull over,
. Climbs a long hill on a hot day.
from the engine if you see or hear stop, and park the vehicle
steam coming from it. Just turn it . Stops after high-speed driving. right away.
off and get everyone away from . Idles for long periods in traffic. If there is no sign of steam, idle the
the vehicle until it cools down. engine for three minutes while
Wait until there is no sign of If the overheat warning is displayed
with no sign of steam: parked. If the warning is still
steam or coolant before you open displayed, turn off the engine until it
the hood. 1. Turn the air conditioning off. cools down.
If you keep driving when the 2. Turn the heater on to the
engine is overheated, the liquids highest temperature and to the
in it can catch fire. You or others highest fan speed. Open the
could be badly burned. Stop the windows as necessary.
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Power Steering Fluid How to Check Power Steering


(1.4L L4 Engine) Fluid
The vehicle has electric power Check the level after the vehicle has
steering and does not use power been driven for at least 20 minutes
steering fluid. so the fluid is warm.
To check the power steering fluid:
Power Steering Fluid 1. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF
(1.8L L4 Engine) and let the engine
compartment cool down.
2. Wipe the cap and the top of the
reservoir clean.
When the engine is hot, the level
3. Unscrew the cap and pull it should be at the hot MAX level.
straight up. When the engine is cold, the fluid
4. Wipe the dipstick with a level should be between MIN and
See Engine Compartment Overview clean rag. MAX on the dipstick.
0 243 for information on the location 5. Replace the cap and What to Use
of the power steering fluid reservoir. completely tighten it.
To determine what kind of fluid to
When to Check Power Steering 6. Remove the cap again and use, see Recommended Fluids and
Fluid look at the fluid level on the Lubricants 0 330. Always use the
dipstick. proper fluid.
It is not necessary to regularly
check power steering fluid unless a
leak is suspected in the system or Washer Fluid
an unusual noise is heard. A fluid What to Use
loss in this system could indicate a
problem. Have the system inspected When the vehicle needs windshield
and repaired. washer fluid, be sure to read the
manufacturer's instructions before
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use. If operating the vehicle in an


Caution (Continued)
Brakes
area where the temperature may fall
below freezing, use a fluid that has Disc brake pads have built-in wear
. Do not use engine coolant indicators that make a high-pitched
sufficient protection against
freezing. (antifreeze) in the warning sound when the brake pads
windshield washer. It can are worn and new pads are needed.
Adding Washer Fluid damage the windshield The sound can come and go or can
washer system and paint. be heard all the time when the
. Do not mix water with vehicle is moving, except when
ready-to-use washer fluid. applying the brake pedal firmly.
Water can cause the
solution to freeze and { Warning
damage the washer fluid
tank and other parts of the The brake wear warning sound
Open the cap with the washer washer system. means that soon the brakes will
symbol on it. Add washer fluid until . not work well. That could lead to
When using concentrated
the tank is full. See Engine washer fluid, follow the a crash. When the brake wear
Compartment Overview 0 243 for manufacturer instructions for warning sound is heard, have the
reservoir location. adding water. vehicle serviced.
. Fill the washer fluid tank
Caution
only three-quarters full when
. Do not use washer fluid that it is very cold. This allows Caution
contains any type of water for fluid expansion if
repellent coating. This can freezing occurs, which could Continuing to drive with worn-out
cause the wiper blades to damage the tank if it is brake pads could result in costly
chatter or skip. completely full. brake repair.
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Some driving conditions or climates replacement brake parts are Checking Brake Fluid
can cause a brake squeal when the installed or if parts are improperly
brakes are first applied or lightly installed.
applied. This does not mean
something is wrong with the brakes. Brake Fluid
Properly torqued wheel nuts are
necessary to help prevent brake
pulsation. When tires are rotated,
inspect brake pads for wear and
evenly tighten wheel nuts in the
proper sequence to torque
specifications. See Capacities and
Specifications 0 334. The brake master cylinder and, on
Brake pads should be replaced as manual transmission vehicles, the
complete sets. clutch hydraulic system use the With the vehicle in P (Park) on a
same reservoir. See Engine level surface, the brake fluid level
Brake Pedal Travel Compartment Overview 0 243 for should be between the minimum
See your dealer if the brake pedal the location of the reservoir. The and maximum marks on the brake
does not return to normal height, reservoir is filled with either DOT 3 fluid reservoir.
or if there is a rapid increase in or DOT 4 brake fluid as indicated on
There are only two reasons why the
pedal travel. This could be a sign the reservoir cap.
fluid level in the reservoir may
that brake service may be required. go down:
Replacing Brake System Parts . Normal brake lining wear. When
new linings are installed, the
Always replace brake system parts fluid level goes back up.
with new, approved replacement
parts. If this is not done, the brakes
may not work properly. The braking
performance expected can change
in many other ways if the wrong
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. A fluid leak in the brake/clutch When the brake/clutch fluid falls to a
hydraulic system. Have the low level, the brake warning light { Warning
brake/clutch hydraulic system comes on. See Brake System
fixed. With a leak, the brakes will Warning Light 0 118. The wrong or contaminated brake
not work well. fluid could result in damage to the
Brake fluid absorbs water over time brake system. This could result in
Always clean the brake fluid which degrades the effectiveness of the loss of braking leading to a
reservoir cap and the area around the brake fluid. Replace brake fluid possible injury. Always use the
the cap before removing it. at the specified intervals to prevent proper GM approved brake fluid.
Do not top off the brake/clutch fluid. increased stopping distance. See
Adding fluid does not correct a leak. Maintenance Schedule 0 322.
If fluid is added when the linings are What to Add
worn, there will be too much fluid Caution
when new brake linings are If the vehicle has DOT 3 brake fluid,
installed. Add or remove fluid, as as indicated on the reservoir cap, If brake fluid is spilled on the
necessary, only when work is done use only GM approved DOT 3 brake vehicle's painted surfaces, the
on the brake/clutch hydraulic fluid from a sealed container. See paint finish can be damaged.
system. Recommended Fluids and Immediately wash off any painted
Lubricants 0 330. surface.
{ Warning If the vehicle has DOT 4 brake fluid,
as indicated on the reservoir cap,
If too much brake fluid is added, it use only GM approved DOT 4 brake Battery - North America
can spill on the engine and burn, fluid from a sealed container. See The original equipment battery is
if the engine is hot enough. You Recommended Fluids and maintenance free. Do not remove
or others could be burned, and Lubricants 0 330. the cap and do not add fluid.
the vehicle could be damaged. Refer to the replacement number
Add brake fluid only when work is shown on the original battery label
done on the brake hydraulic when a new battery is needed. See
system. Engine Compartment Overview
0 243 for battery location.
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Infrequent Usage: Remove the 1. Before starting this check, be


{ Warning black, negative () cable from the sure there is enough room
battery to keep the battery from around the vehicle.
WARNING: Battery posts, running down.
terminals, and related 2. Apply both the parking brake
accessories contain lead and lead Extended Storage: Remove the and the regular brake.
compounds, chemicals known to black, negative () cable from the Do not use the accelerator
the State of California to cause battery or use a battery trickle pedal, and be ready to turn off
cancer and birth defects or other charger. the engine immediately if it
reproductive harm. Batteries also starts.
contain other chemicals known to All-Wheel Drive
3. For automatic transmission
the State of California to cause Transfer Case vehicles, try to start the engine
cancer. WASH HANDS AFTER in each gear. The vehicle
HANDLING. Under normal driving conditions,
should start only in P (Park) or
transfer case fluid does not require
See California Proposition N (Neutral). If the vehicle starts
maintenance unless there is a fluid
65 Warning 0 239. in any other position, contact
leak or unusual noise. If required,
your dealer for service.
have the transfer case serviced by
your dealer. For manual transmission
Vehicle Storage
vehicles, put the shift lever in
Starter Switch Check Neutral, push the clutch pedal
{ Warning down halfway, and try to start
the engine. The vehicle should
Batteries have acid that can burn { Warning start only when the clutch
you and gas that can explode. pedal is pushed down all the
You can be badly hurt if you are When you are doing this
inspection, the vehicle could way to the floor. If the vehicle
not careful. See Jump Starting - starts when the clutch pedal is
North America 0 305 for tips on move suddenly. If the vehicle
not pushed all the way down,
working around a battery without moves, you or others could be
contact your dealer for service.
getting hurt. injured.
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Automatic Transmission Ignition Transmission Warning (Continued)


Shift Lock Control Lock Check
Function Check If equipped with a key access roll. Be ready to apply the regular
ignition, while parked and with the brake at once should the vehicle
begin to move.
{ Warning parking brake set, try to turn the
ignition to LOCK/OFF in each shift
When you are doing this lever position. Park on a fairly steep hill, with the
inspection, the vehicle could . The ignition should turn to vehicle facing downhill. Keeping
move suddenly. If the vehicle LOCK/OFF only when the shift your foot on the regular brake, set
moves, you or others could be lever is in P (Park). the parking brake.
injured. . To check the parking brake's
. The ignition key should come
out only in LOCK/OFF. holding ability: With the engine
1. Before starting this check, be running and the transmission in
sure there is enough room Contact your dealer if service is N (Neutral), slowly remove foot
around the vehicle. It should be required. pressure from the regular brake
parked on a level surface. pedal. Do this until the vehicle is
Park Brake and P (Park) held by the parking brake only.
2. Apply the parking brake. Be
ready to apply the regular Mechanism Check . To check the P (Park)
brake immediately if the vehicle mechanism's holding ability:
begins to move. { Warning With the engine running, shift to
P (Park). Then release the
3. With the engine off, turn the When you are doing this check, parking brake followed by the
ignition on, but do not start the the vehicle could begin to move. regular brake.
engine. Without applying the
You or others could be injured Contact your dealer if service is
regular brake, try to move the
and property could be damaged. required.
shift lever out of P (Park) with
normal effort. If the shift lever Make sure there is room in front
moves out of P (Park), contact of the vehicle in case it begins to
your dealer for service. (Continued)
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Wiper Blade Replacement Caution


Windshield wiper blades should be
inspected for wear and cracking. Damage may occur if the wiper
See Maintenance Schedule 0 322. blades are not in contact with the
windshield before turning on the
Replacement blades come in
different types and are removed in wiper system.
different ways. For proper type and
length, see Maintenance Rear Wiper Blade Replacement
Replacement Parts 0 331.
The rear wiper blade and wiper arm
have a cover for protection. The
Caution cover must be removed before the
2. Press the release button on the wiper blade can be replaced.
Allowing the wiper arm to touch top side of the wiper and pull
the windshield when no wiper the wiper blade out of the end To remove the cover:
blade is installed could damage of the wiper arm.
the windshield. Any damage that
occurs would not be covered by 3. Install the wiper blade
connector by sliding into the
the vehicle warranty. Do not allow
end of the wiper arm until the
the wiper arm to touch the
button on the wiper blade clicks
windshield. into place with the wiper arm.
4. Place the wiper arm with the 1. Slide a plastic tool under the
Front Wiper Blade wiper blade in place back on cover and push upward to
Replacement the windshield. unsnap.
To replace the front wiper blades: 2. Slide the cover toward the
1. Lift the wiper arm from the wiper blade tip to unhook it
windshield until no further from the blade assembly.
movement is possible. 3. Remove the cover.
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4. After wiper blade replacement, Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement


ensure that the cover hook
slides into the slot in the blade Headlamp aim has been preset and For the proper type of replacement
assembly. should need no further adjustment. bulbs, see Replacement
If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, Bulbs 0 271.
5. Snap the cover down to
secure. the headlamp aim may be affected. For any bulb-changing procedure
If adjustment to the headlamps is not listed in this section, contact
To replace the wiper blade:
necessary, see your dealer. your dealer.
1. Lift the wiper arm away from
the windshield. Halogen Bulbs

{ Warning
Halogen bulbs have pressurized
gas inside and can burst if you
drop or scratch the bulb. You or
others could be injured. Be sure
to read and follow the instructions
on the bulb package.
2. Push the release lever (2) to
disengage the hook and push LED Lighting
the wiper arm (1) out of the
blade assembly (3). This vehicle has several LED lamps.
For replacement of any LED lighting
3. Push the new blade assembly assembly, contact your dealer.
securely on the wiper arm until
the release lever clicks into
place.
4. Replace the wiper cover.
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Headlamps, Front Turn 3. Low-Beam Headlamp/


Parking Lamp
Signal and Parking
Lamps High-Beam Headlamp/
Low-Beam Headlamp
Base Level Headlamp
1. Open the hood. See
Assembly
Hood 0 241.
The base model vehicle has
For the driver side, remove the
halogen high-beam and low-beam
windshield washer bottle filter
headlamps, a parking lamp, an LED
neck by firmly pulling it
sidemarker lamp, and turn signal
straight out.
lamps on the headlamp assembly.
4. Disconnect the wiring harness
connector from the bulb.
5. Install the new bulb in the
headlamp assembly by turning
clockwise.
6. Reconnect the wiring harness
connector.
7. Install the headlamp bulb
access cover.
For the driver side, reinstall the
windshield washer bottle filter
Driver Side Shown, Passenger 2. Remove the headlamp bulb neck by firmly pushing it
Side Similar access cover. straight into the bottle. Ensure
3. Turn the bulb counterclockwise that the filter neck clip engages
1. Turn Signal Lamp into the underhood electrical
and pull straight back.
2. High-Beam Headlamp center retainer.
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Parking Lamp Turn Signal Lamp Uplevel Headlamp Assembly


1. Open the hood. See 1. Open the hood. See The uplevel model vehicle has
Hood 0 241. Hood 0 241. halogen high-beam and low-beam
2. Remove the headlamp bulb headlamps, an LED DRL, a parking
access cover. lamp, an LED sidemarker lamp, and
turn signal lamps on the headlamp
assembly.

2. Remove the turn signal lamp


bulb socket from the headlamp
3. Remove the bulb from the bulb assembly by turning
socket by pulling it straight out. counterclockwise.

4. Install the new bulb in the bulb 3. Remove the bulb from the bulb 1. Turn Signal Lamp
socket. socket by pulling it straight out. 2. High-Beam Headlamp/
4. Install the new bulb in the bulb Low-Beam Headlamp
5. Install the bulb socket into the
headlamp assembly by turning socket. High-Beam Headlamp/
clockwise. 5. Install the bulb socket into the Low-Beam Headlamp
6. Install the headlamp bulb headlamp assembly by turning 1. Open the hood. See
access cover. clockwise. Hood 0 241.
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4. Disconnect the wiring harness 2. Remove the turn signal lamp


connector from the bulb. bulb socket from the headlamp
5. Install the new bulb in the assembly by turning
headlamp assembly by turning counterclockwise.
clockwise. 3. Remove the bulb from the bulb
6. Reconnect the wiring harness socket by pulling it straight out.
connector. 4. Install the new bulb in the bulb
7. Install the headlamp bulb socket.
access cover. 5. Install the bulb socket into the
headlamp assembly by turning
Turn Signal Lamp clockwise.
2. Remove the headlamp bulb 1. Open the hood. See
access cover. Hood 0 241.
3. Turn the bulb counterclockwise
and pull straight back.
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Fog Lamps Taillamps, Turn Signal,


Sidemarker, Stoplamps,
and Back-Up Lamps
Base Level Taillamp Assembly
The base model vehicle has a
halogen taillamp/stoplamp, a
stoplamp, a turn signal lamp, a
back-up lamp, and a sidemarker
lamp on the taillamp assembly.

4. Turn the bulb holder


counterclockwise and remove it
Driver Side Shown, Passenger from the reflector using the
Side Similar other hand.
1. Tilt the wheel and remove the 5. Remove the bulb from the bulb
three Torx screws on the socket and replace with a
outside of the wheel liner. new bulb.
2. Bend the wheel liner back to 6. Insert the bulb socket into the
make enough space for hand reflector by turning clockwise
access. and attach the plug connector.
3. While holding the wheel liner 7. Reassemble the lower cover Driver Side Shown, Passenger
with one hand, remove the and front wheel liner. Side Similar
lower cover, and disengage the
bulb socket from the plug 1. Taillamp/Stoplamp
connector by pulling the 2. Back-Up Lamp
retaining rib.
3. Turn Signal Lamp
4. Taillamp
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5. Sidemarker Lamp 5. Insert a new bulb into the bulb


socket.
6. Install the bulb socket into the
taillamp asembly.
7. Install the taillamp assembly to
the vehicle body with the two
screws.
Uplevel Taillamp Assembly
The uplevel vehicle has a halogen
stoplamp, an LED taillamp, a
sidemarker lamp, a turn signal lamp, Driver Side Shown, Passenger
and a back-up lamp on the taillamp
Passenger Side Shown, Driver Side Similar
assembly.
Side Similar
1. Sidemarker lamp
1. Remove and retain both 2. Stoplamp
screws attaching the taillamp 3. Back-Up Lamp
assembly to the vehicle body. 4. Turn Signal Lamp
2. Pull the taillamp assembly
straight back to detach it from
the vehicle body. Take care
that the cable duct remains in
place.
3. Remove the bulb socket from
the taillamp assembly.
4. Remove the old bulb from the
bulb socket by pulling it
straight out.
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License Plate Lamp

Passenger Side Shown, Driver 4. Remove the old bulb from the
Side Similar bulb socket by pulling it
straight out. Lamp Assembly
1. Remove and retain both
screws attaching the taillamp 5. Insert a new bulb into the bulb
assembly to the vehicle body. socket.
2. Pull the taillamp assembly 6. Install the bulb socket into the
straight back to detach it from taillamp asembly.
the vehicle body. Take care 7. Install the taillamp assembly to
that the cable duct remains in the vehicle body with the two
place. screws.
3. Remove the bulb socket from
the taillamp assembly.

Bulb Assembly
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To replace one of these bulbs: Replacement Bulbs Bulb


Exterior Lamp
1. Push the left end of the lamp Bulb Number
assembly toward the right. Exterior Lamp
Number Turn Signal Lamp WY21W
2. Turn the lamp assembly down Low-Beam H11LL (Base and Uplevel)
to remove it. Headlamp (Base Back-Up Lamp W16W
3. Turn the bulb socket (1) level) (Base and Uplevel)
counterclockwise to remove it High-Beam HB3LL
from the lamp assembly (3). Side Turn Signal WY5W
Headlamp (Base (Base and Uplevel)
4. Pull the bulb (2) straight out of level)
the bulb socket (1). License Plate Lamp W5W
Low-Beam and HB3 (SL+)
5. Push the replacement bulb High-Beam For replacement bulbs not listed
straight into the bulb socket Headlamp (Uplevel) here, contact your dealer.
and turn the bulb socket Parking Lamp (Base W5W LL
clockwise to install it into the and Uplevel)
lamp assembly.
Front Turn Signal WY21W
6. Turn the lamp assembly into
Lamp (Base and
the lamp assembly opening
Uplevel)
engaging the clip side first.
7. Push on the lamp side opposite Front Fog Lamp PSX24W
the clip until the lamp assembly Dedicated DRL W21W LL
snaps into place. (Base Level)
Taillamp/Stoplamp W21/5W
(Base level)
Stoplamp (Base and W21W
Uplevel)
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Electrical System Headlamp Wiring Fuses and Circuit


An electrical overload may cause Breakers
Electrical System the lamps to go on and off, or in
The wiring circuits in the vehicle are
Overload some cases to remain off. Have the
protected from short circuits by a
headlamp wiring checked right away
The vehicle has fuses and circuit combination of fuses and circuit
if the lamps go on and off or
breakers to protect against an breakers. This greatly reduces the
remain off.
electrical system overload. chance of damage caused by
Windshield Wipers electrical problems.
When the current electrical load is
too heavy, the circuit breaker opens If the wiper motor overheats due to To check a fuse, look at the
and closes, protecting the circuit heavy snow or ice, the windshield silver-colored band inside the fuse.
until the current load returns to wipers will stop until the motor cools If the band is broken or melted,
normal or the problem is fixed. This and will then restart. replace the fuse. Be sure to replace
greatly reduces the chance of circuit a bad fuse with a new one of the
Although the circuit is protected identical size and rating.
overload and fire caused by from electrical overload, overload
electrical problems. due to heavy snow or ice may Fuses of the same amperage can
Fuses and circuit breakers protect cause wiper linkage damage. be temporarily borrowed from
power devices in the vehicle. Always clear ice and heavy snow another fuse location, if a fuse goes
from the windshield before using the out. Replace the fuse as soon as
Replace a bad fuse with a new one windshield wipers. possible.
of the identical size and rating.
If the overload is caused by an To identify and check fuses, circuit
If there is a problem on the road and electrical problem and not snow or breakers, and relays, see Engine
a fuse needs to be replaced, the ice, be sure to get it fixed. Compartment Fuse Block 0 273,
same amperage fuse can be Instrument Panel Fuse Block 0 276,
borrowed. Choose some feature of and Rear Compartment Fuse
the vehicle that is not needed to use Block 0 278.
and replace it as soon as possible.
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Engine Compartment Mini Fuses Usage


Fuse Block 1 Sunroof
2 Exterior rearview
mirror switch/Driver
side power window/
Rain sensor/
Universal garage
door opener
3 Canister vent
solenoid
4
5 Electronic brake
control module valve
To remove the fuse block cover, 6 Intelligent battery
squeeze the clip and lift it up. sensor
7 Electric steering
Caution column lock
8 Transmission control
Spilling liquid on any electrical module/FICM
component on the vehicle may
damage it. Always keep the 9 Automatic
covers on any electrical occupancy sensing
component. The vehicle may not be equipped module
with all of the fuses, relays, and
10 Headlamp leveling
features shown.
switch/Headlamp
leveling motor/Rear
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Mini Fuses Usage Mini Fuses Usage Mini Fuses Usage


vision camera/ 20 35 A/C clutch
Interior rearview
mirror 21 Fan relay 36 Front fog lamps
(auxiliary BEC)
11 Rear wiper J-Case Usage
22
12 Rear window Fuses
defogger 23 Ignition coil/
Injector coil 1 Electronic brake
13 Power lumbar switch control module pump
24 Washer pump
14 Exterior rearview 2 Front wiper
mirror heater 25 Automatic headlamp
leveling 3 Linear power module
15 Fuel system control blower
module battery 26 EMS Var 1
4 IEC RC
16 Heated seat module/ 27
5
Memory module 28
6
17 TIM DC DC 29 Engine control
converter/Fuel module powertrain/ 7
system control Ignition 1/Ignition 2 8 Cooling fan low
module RC/ 30 EMS Var 2 mid
Compass module
31 Left high-beam 9 Cooling fan high
18 Engine control headlamp
module RC/ 10 EVP
Transmission control 32 Right high-beam 11 Starter solenoid
module RC/ headlamp
FICM RC 33 Engine control
19 Fuel pump module battery
34 Horn
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U-Micro Usage Auxiliary Fuse Block


Relays
2 Fuel pump
4

HC-Micro Usage
Relays
7 Starter

Mini Relays Usage


1 Run/Crank The vehicle may not be equipped
with all of the relays and features
3 Cooling fan mid
To remove the fuse block cover, shown.
4 squeeze the clips and lift it up. Relays Usage
5 Powertrain relay 01 Electric
8 Cooling fan low Caution vacuum pump
Spilling liquid on any electrical 02 Cooling fan control 1
HC-Mini Usage component on the vehicle may 03 Cooling fan control 2
Relays damage it. Always keep the
covers on any electrical 04 Trailer (1.4L only)
6 Cooling fan high
component.
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Instrument Panel Fuse Fuses Usage


Block F1 Body control
module 1
F2 Body control
module 2
F3 Body control
module 3
F4 Body control
module 4
F5 Body control
module 5
F6 Body control
module 6
The instrument panel fuse block is F7 Body control
on the underside of the driver side module 7
instrument panel. To access the
F8 Body control
fuses, remove the storage
module 8
compartment. To remove the
storage compartment, open the F9 Discrete logic
compartment and pull it out. ignition switch
F10 Sensing diagnostic
module battery
The vehicle may not be equipped
with all of the fuses, relays, and F11 Data link connector
features shown. F12 HVAC module/ICS
F13 Liftgate relay
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Fuses Usage Fuses Usage S/B Fuses Usage


F14 Central gate module F26 Heated steering S/B02
F15 Lane departure wheel S/B03 Front power
warning/GENTEX F27 Instrument cluster/ windows
F16 Auxiliary heater/ S/B04 Rear power windows
Auxiliary virtual
F17 Electrical steering image display S/B05 Logistic mode relay/
column lock DC DC 400W
F28 Trailer feed 2
F18 Parking assist S/B06 Driver power seat
module/Side blind F29 Faceplate
S/B07
zone alert F30 DC DC 400W
S/B08 Trailer interface
F19 Body control F31 Instrument cluster module
module/Regulated module battery
voltage control F32 Silver box audio Circuit Usage
F20 Clock spring module/Navigation Breaker
F21 A/C/Accessory F33 Trailer feed 1 CB1
power outlet/ F34 Passive entry/
PRNDM Passive start Relays Usage
F22 Auxiliary power
outlet/DC front RLY01 Accessory/Retained
Midi Fuses Usage accessory power
F23 HVAC/MDL/ICS M01 Positive temperature RLY02 Liftgate
F24 coefficient
RLY03
F25 OnStar module/
Eraglonass S/B Fuses Usage RLY04 Blower
S/B01 Passenger power RLY05 Logistic mode
seat 1
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Rear Compartment Fuse Fuses Usage


Block F3 Amplifier audio
F4
F5 Rear drive control
module
F6 Left cornering lamp
F7 Right cornering lamp
F8
F9
F10
F11
F12
The rear compartment fuse block is
behind a cover on the driver side of F13
the rear compartment. To access F14
the fuses, remove the cover.
F15
The vehicle may not be equipped
with all of the fuses, relays, and F16
features shown. F17
F18

Fuses Usage S/B Fuses Usage


F1 S/B01
F2 S/B02
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S/B Fuses Usage Wheels and Tires Warning (Continued)


S/B03
S/B04 DC/AC inverter
Tires . Underinflated tires pose
module Every new GM vehicle has the same danger as
high-quality tires made by a overloaded tires. The
S/B05 resulting crash could
leading tire manufacturer. See
S/B06
the warranty manual for cause serious injury.
S/B07 DC-DC information regarding the tire Check all tires frequently
transformer 400W warranty and where to get to maintain the
service. For additional recommended pressure.
S/B08 DC-DC
transformer 400W information refer to the tire Tire pressure should be
manufacturer. checked when the tires
S/B09 are cold.
Relays Usage { Warning . Overinflated tires are
more likely to be cut,
RLY01 Right cornering lamp . Poorly maintained and punctured, or broken by
RLY02 Left cornering lamp improperly used tires are a sudden impact such
dangerous. as when hitting a pothole.
. Overloading the tires can Keep tires at the
cause overheating as a recommended pressure.
result of too much . Worn or old tires can
flexing. There could be a cause a crash. If the
blowout and a serious tread is badly worn,
crash. See Vehicle Load replace them.
Limits 0 199. (Continued)
(Continued)
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and weather conditions. Original for details regarding winter tire


Warning (Continued) equipment tires designed to GM's availability and proper tire selection.
specific tire performance criteria Also, see Buying New Tires 0 293.
. Replace any tires that have a TPC specification code
have been damaged by With winter tires, there may be
molded onto the sidewall. Original decreased dry road traction,
impacts with potholes, equipment all-season tires can be increased road noise, and shorter
curbs, etc. identified by the last two characters tread life. After changing to winter
. of this TPC code, which will
Improperly repaired tires tires, be alert for changes in vehicle
be MS. handling and braking.
can cause a crash. Only
the dealer or an Consider installing winter tires on If using winter tires:
authorized tire service the vehicle if frequent driving on
snow or ice-covered roads is . Use tires of the same brand and
center should repair, tread type on all four wheel
expected. All-season tires provide
replace, dismount, and adequate performance for most positions.
mount the tires. winter driving conditions, but they . Use only radial ply tires of the
. Do not spin the tires in may not offer the same level of same size, load range, and
excess of 56 km/h traction or performance as winter speed rating as the original
(35 mph) on slippery tires on snow or ice-covered roads. equipment tires.
See Winter Tires 0 280.
surfaces such as snow, Winter tires with the same speed
mud, ice, etc. Excessive Winter Tires rating as the original equipment tires
spinning may cause the may not be available for H, V, W, Y,
tires to explode. This vehicle was not originally and ZR speed rated tires. If winter
equipped with winter tires. Winter tires with a lower speed rating are
tires are designed for increased chosen, never exceed the tire's
All-Season Tires traction on snow and ice-covered maximum speed capability.
roads. Consider installing winter
This vehicle may come with
tires on the vehicle if frequent
all-season tires. These tires are
driving on ice or snow covered
designed to provide good overall
roads is expected. See your dealer
performance on most road surfaces
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Tire Sidewall Labeling (2) TPC Spec (Tire week of the year 2010 would
Performance Criteria have a four-digit DOT date
Useful information about a tire is Specification) : Original of 0310.
molded into its sidewall. The equipment tires designed to
examples show a typical (4) Tire Identification Number
GM's specific tire performance (TIN) : The letters and numbers
passenger vehicle tire and a criteria have a TPC specification
compact spare tire sidewall. following the DOT (Department
code molded onto the sidewall. of Transportation) code are the
GM's TPC specifications meet or Tire Identification Number (TIN).
exceed all federal safety The TIN shows the
guidelines. manufacturer and plant code,
(3) DOT (Department of tire size, and date the tire was
Transportation) : The manufactured. The TIN is
Department of Transportation molded onto both sides of the
(DOT) code indicates that the tire, although only one side may
tire is in compliance with the have the date of manufacture.
U.S. Department of (5) Tire Ply Material : The type
Transportation Motor Vehicle of cord and number of plies in
Safety Standards. the sidewall and under the tread.
Passenger (P-Metric) Tire Example
DOT Tire Date of (6) Uniform Tire Quality
(1) Tire Size : The tire size is a Manufacture : The last four
combination of letters and Grading (UTQG) : Tire
digits of the TIN indicate the tire manufacturers are required to
numbers used to define a manufactured date. The first two
particular tire's width, height, grade tires based on three
digits represent the week (01 performance factors: treadwear,
aspect ratio, construction type, 52) and the last two digits, the
and service description. See the traction, and temperature
year. For example, the third resistance. For more information
Tire Size illustration later in this
section. see Uniform Tire Quality
Grading 0 295.
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(7) Maximum Cold Inflation road tire has lost air and gone information on tire pressure and
Load Limit : Maximum load that flat. If the vehicle has a compact inflation see Tire
can be carried and the spare tire, see Compact Spare Pressure 0 286.
maximum pressure needed to Tire 0 304 and If a Tire Goes (6) Tire Size : A combination of
support that load. Flat 0 298. letters and numbers define a
(3) Tire Identification Number tire's width, height, aspect ratio,
(TIN) : The letters and numbers construction type, and service
following the DOT (Department description. The letter T as the
of Transportation) code are the first character in the tire size
Tire Identification Number (TIN). means the tire is for temporary
The TIN shows the use only.
manufacturer and plant code, (7) TPC Spec (Tire
tire size, and date the tire was Performance Criteria
manufactured. The TIN is Specification) : Original
molded onto both sides of the equipment tires designed to
tire, although only one side may GM's specific tire performance
Compact Spare Tire Example have the date of manufacture. criteria have a TPC specification
(1) Tire Ply Material : The type (4) Maximum Cold Inflation code molded onto the sidewall.
of cord and number of plies in Load Limit : Maximum load that GM's TPC specifications meet or
the sidewall and under the tread. can be carried and the exceed all federal safety
maximum pressure needed to guidelines.
(2) Temporary Use Only : The
support that load.
compact spare tire or temporary
use tire should not be driven at (5) Tire Inflation : The
speeds over 80 km/h (50 mph). temporary use tire or compact
The compact spare tire is for spare tire should be inflated to
emergency use when a regular 420 kPa (60 psi). For more
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Tire Designations (3) Aspect Ratio : A two-digit Tire Terminology and


number that indicates the tire Definitions
Tire Size height-to-width measurements.
The following is an example of a For example, if the tire size Air Pressure : The amount of
typical passenger vehicle aspect ratio is 60, as shown in air inside the tire pressing
tire size. item 3 of the illustration, it would outward on each square inch of
mean that the tire's sidewall is the tire. Air pressure is
60 percent as high as it is wide. expressed in kPa (kilopascal)
or psi (pounds per square inch).
(4) Construction Code : A letter
code is used to indicate the type Accessory Weight : The
of ply construction in the tire. combined weight of optional
The letter R means radial ply accessories. Some examples of
construction; the letter D means optional accessories are
(1) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire : automatic transmission, power
The United States version of a diagonal or bias ply
construction; and the letter B windows, power seats, and air
metric tire sizing system. The conditioning.
letter P as the first character in means belted-bias ply
the tire size means a passenger construction. Aspect Ratio : The relationship
vehicle tire engineered to (5) Rim Diameter : Diameter of of a tire's height to its width.
standards set by the U.S. Tire the wheel in inches. Belt : A rubber coated layer of
and Rim Association. (6) Service Description : These cords between the plies and the
(2) Tire Width : The three-digit characters represent the load tread. Cords may be made from
number indicates the tire section index and speed rating of the steel or other reinforcing
width in millimeters from tire. The load index represents materials.
sidewall to sidewall. the load carrying capacity a tire
is certified to carry. The speed
rating is the maximum speed a
tire is certified to carry a load.
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Bead : The tire bead contains Department of Transportation Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire : A
steel wires wrapped by steel (DOT) Motor Vehicle Safety tire used on light duty trucks and
cords that hold the tire onto Standards. The DOT code some multipurpose passenger
the rim. includes the Tire Identification vehicles.
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 which a cold tire can be inflated.
measured in kPa (kilopascal) Limits 0 199. 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 Vehicle Load Limits 0 199. load rating for a tire at the
Pressure 0 286. GAWR RR : Gross Axle Weight maximum permissible inflation
Curb Weight : The weight of a Rating for the rear axle. See pressure for that tire.
motor vehicle with standard and Vehicle Load Limits 0 199. Maximum Loaded Vehicle
optional equipment including the Intended Outboard Sidewall : Weight : The sum of curb
maximum capacity of fuel, oil, The side of an asymmetrical tire weight, accessory weight,
and coolant, but without that must always face outward vehicle capacity weight, and
passengers and cargo. when mounted on a vehicle. production options weight.
DOT Markings : A code molded Kilopascal (kPa) : The metric
into the sidewall of a tire unit for air pressure.
signifying that the tire is in
compliance with the U.S.
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Normal Occupant Weight : The tire inflation pressure as shown Treadwear Indicators : Narrow
number of occupants a vehicle on the tire placard. See Tire bands, sometimes called wear
is designed to seat multiplied by Pressure 0 286 and Vehicle bars, that show across the tread
68 kg (150 lb). See Vehicle Load Load Limits 0 199. of a tire when only 1.6 mm
Limits 0 199. Radial Ply Tire : A pneumatic (1/16 in) of tread remains. See
Occupant Distribution : tire in which the ply cords that When It Is Time for New
Designated seating positions. extend to the beads are laid at Tires 0 292.
Outward Facing Sidewall : The 90 degrees to the centerline of UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality
side of an asymmetrical tire that the tread. Grading Standards) : A tire
has a particular side that faces Rim : A metal support for a tire information system that provides
outward when mounted on a and upon which the tire beads consumers with ratings for a
vehicle. The side of the tire that are seated. tire's traction, temperature, and
contains a whitewall, bears treadwear. Ratings are
Sidewall : The portion of a tire determined by tire
white lettering, or bears between the tread and the bead.
manufacturer, brand, and/or manufacturers using
model name molding that is Speed Rating : An government testing procedures.
higher or deeper than the same alphanumeric code assigned to The ratings are molded into the
moldings on the other sidewall a tire indicating the maximum sidewall of the tire. See Uniform
of the tire. speed at which a tire can Tire Quality Grading 0 295.
operate. Vehicle Capacity Weight : The
Passenger (P-Metric) Tire : A
tire used on passenger cars and Traction : The friction between number of designated seating
some light duty trucks and the tire and the road surface. positions multiplied by
multipurpose vehicles. The amount of grip provided. 68 kg (150 lb) plus the rated
cargo load. See Vehicle Load
Recommended Inflation Tread : The portion of a tire that Limits 0 199.
Pressure : Vehicle comes into contact with
manufacturer's recommended the road.
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Vehicle Maximum Load on the The Tire and Loading


Tire : Load on an individual tire Caution Information label on the vehicle
due to curb weight, accessory Neither tire underinflation nor indicates the original equipment
weight, occupant weight, and overinflation is good. tires and the correct cold tire
cargo weight. Underinflated tires, or tires inflation pressures. The
Vehicle Placard : A label that do not have enough air, recommended pressure is the
permanently attached to a can result in: minimum air pressure needed to
vehicle showing the vehicle support the vehicle's maximum
. Tire overloading and load carrying capacity. See
capacity weight and the original overheating which could
equipment tire size and Vehicle Load Limits 0 199.
lead to a blowout.
recommended inflation pressure. How the vehicle is loaded
See Tire and Loading . Premature or affects vehicle handling and ride
Information Label under Vehicle irregular wear. comfort. Never load the vehicle
Load Limits 0 199. . Poor handling. with more weight than it was
designed to carry.
. Reduced fuel economy.
Tire Pressure
Overinflated tires, or tires that When to Check
Tires need the correct amount of
have too much air, can Check the tires once a month or
air pressure to operate
result in: more. Do not forget the compact
effectively.
. Unusual wear. spare, if the vehicle has one.
The cold compact spare tire
. Poor handling. pressure should be at 420 kPa
. Rough ride. (60 psi). See Compact Spare
Tire 0 304.
. Needless damage from
road hazards.
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How to Check Put the valve caps back on the tire inflation pressure label, you
valve stems to keep out dirt and should determine the proper tire
Use a good quality pocket-type inflation pressure for those tires.)
gauge to check tire pressure. moisture and prevent leaks. Use
Proper tire inflation cannot be only valve caps designed for the As an added safety feature, your
determined by looking at the tire. vehicle by GM. TPMS sensors vehicle has been equipped with a
could be damaged and would tire pressure monitoring system
Check the tire inflation pressure (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire
when the tires are cold, meaning not be covered by the vehicle
warranty. pressure telltale when one or more
the vehicle has not been driven of your tires is significantly
for at least three hours or no under-inflated.
more than 1.6 km (1 mi). Tire Pressure Monitor
System Accordingly, when the low tire
Remove the valve cap from the pressure telltale illuminates, you
tire valve stem. Press the tire The Tire Pressure Monitor System should stop and check your tires as
gauge firmly onto the valve to (TPMS) uses radio and sensor soon as possible, and inflate them
technology to check tire pressure to the proper pressure. Driving on a
get a pressure measurement.
levels. The TPMS sensors monitor significantly under-inflated tire
If the cold tire inflation pressure the air pressure in your tires and causes the tire to overheat and can
matches the recommended transmit tire pressure readings to a lead to tire failure. Under-inflation
pressure on the Tire and receiver located in the vehicle. also reduces fuel efficiency and tire
Loading Information label, no tread life, and may affect the
Each tire, including the spare (if
further adjustment is necessary. provided), should be checked vehicle's handling and stopping
If the inflation pressure is low, monthly when cold and inflated to ability.
add air until the recommended the inflation pressure recommended Please note that the TPMS is not a
pressure is reached. If the by the vehicle manufacturer on the substitute for proper tire
inflation pressure is high, press vehicle placard or tire inflation maintenance, and it is the driver's
on the metal stem in the center pressure label. (If your vehicle has responsibility to maintain correct tire
of the tire valve to release air. tires of a different size than the size pressure, even if under-inflation has
indicated on the vehicle placard or
Recheck the tire pressure with
the tire gauge.
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not reached the level to trigger alternate tires and wheels allow the
illumination of the TPMS low tire TPMS to continue to function
pressure telltale. properly.
Your vehicle has also been See Tire Pressure Monitor
equipped with a TPMS malfunction Operation 0 288.
indicator to indicate when the See Radio Frequency
system is not operating properly. When a low tire pressure condition
Statement 0 347.
The TPMS malfunction indicator is is detected, the TPMS illuminates
combined with the low tire pressure the low tire pressure warning light
telltale. When the system detects a Tire Pressure Monitor located on the instrument cluster.
malfunction, the telltale will flash for Operation If the warning light comes on, stop
approximately one minute and then as soon as possible and inflate the
This vehicle may have a Tire
remain continuously illuminated. tires to the recommended pressure
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
This sequence will continue upon shown on the Tire and Loading
The TPMS is designed to warn the
subsequent vehicle start-ups as Information label. See Vehicle Load
driver when a low tire pressure
long as the malfunction exists. Limits 0 199.
condition exists. TPMS sensors are
When the malfunction indicator is mounted onto each tire and wheel A message to check the pressure in
illuminated, the system may not be assembly, excluding the spare tire a specific tire may display in the
able to detect or signal low tire and wheel assembly. The TPMS Driver Information Center (DIC). The
pressure as intended. TPMS sensors monitor the air pressure in low tire pressure warning light and
malfunctions may occur for a variety the tires and transmit the tire the DIC warning message,
of reasons, including the installation pressure readings to a receiver if equipped, come on at each
of replacement or alternate tires or located in the vehicle. ignition cycle until the tires are
wheels on the vehicle that prevent inflated to the correct inflation
the TPMS from functioning properly. pressure. Using the DIC, it may be
Always check the TPMS malfunction possible to view the tire pressure
telltale after replacing one or more levels. For additional information
tires or wheels on your vehicle to and details about the DIC operation
ensure that the replacement or and displays, see Driver Information
Center (DIC) 0 125.
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The low tire pressure warning light the problem is corrected. Some of
may come on in cool weather when Caution the conditions that can cause these
the vehicle is first started, and then to come on are:
turn off as the vehicle is driven. This Tire sealant materials are not all
the same. A non-approved tire . One of the road tires has been
could be an early indicator that the replaced with the spare tire. The
air pressure is getting low and sealant could damage the TPMS
sensors. TPMS sensor damage spare tire does not have a
needs to be inflated to the proper TPMS sensor. The malfunction
pressure. caused by using an incorrect tire
sealant is not covered by the light and the DIC message,
A Tire and Loading Information label if equipped, should go off after
vehicle warranty. Always use only
shows the size of the original the road tire is replaced and the
the GM approved tire sealant
equipment tires and the correct sensor matching process is
inflation pressure for the tires when available through your dealer or performed successfully. See
they are cold. See Vehicle Load included in the vehicle. "TPMS Sensor Matching
Limits 0 199, for an example of the Process" later in this section.
Tire and Loading Information label TPMS Malfunction Light and . The TPMS sensor matching
and its location. Also see Tire Message process was not done or not
Pressure 0 286. completed successfully after
The TPMS will not function properly
The TPMS can warn about a low if one or more of the TPMS sensors rotating the tires. The
tire pressure condition, but it does are missing or inoperable. When the malfunction light and the DIC
not replace normal tire system detects a malfunction, the message, if equipped, should go
maintenance. See Tire Inspection low tire pressure warning light, off after successfully completing
0 291, Tire Rotation 0 291, and defined above, flashes for about the sensor matching process.
Tires 0 279. one minute and then stays on for See "TPMS Sensor Matching
the remainder of the ignition cycle. Process" later in this section.
A DIC warning message may also . One or more TPMS sensors are
display. The malfunction light and missing or damaged. The
DIC warning message, if equipped, malfunction light and the DIC
come on at each ignition cycle until message, if equipped, should go
off when the TPMS sensors are
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installed and the sensor vehicles tires or replacing one or The TPMS sensor matching
matching process is performed more of the TPMS sensors. Also, process is:
successfully. See your dealer for the TPMS sensor matching process 1. Set the parking brake.
service. should be performed after replacing
a spare tire with a road tire 2. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN
. Replacement tires or wheels do
containing the TPMS sensor. The with the engine off or place the
not match the original equipment vehicle power mode in ON/
tires or wheels. Tires and wheels malfunction light and the DIC
message, if equipped, should go off RUN/START. See Ignition
other than those recommended Positions (Key Access) 0 203
could prevent the TPMS from at the next ignition cycle. The
sensors are matched to the tire/ or Ignition Positions (Keyless
functioning properly. See Buying Access) 0 205.
New Tires 0 293. wheel positions, using a TPMS
relearn tool, in the following order: 3. Use the MENU button to select
. Operating electronic devices or driver side front tire, passenger side the Vehicle Information Menu
being near facilities using radio front tire, passenger side rear tire, (Menu 2) in the Driver
wave frequencies similar to the and driver side rear. See your Information Center (DIC). See
TPMS could cause the TPMS dealer for service or to purchase a Driver Information Center
sensors to malfunction. relearn tool. A TPMS relearn tool (DIC) 0 125.
If the TPMS is not functioning can also be purchased. See Tire
Pressure Monitor Sensor Activation 4. Use the thumbwheel (or up and
properly, it cannot detect or signal a down arrows) to scroll to the
low tire condition. See your dealer Tool at
www.gmtoolsandequipment.com or Tire Pressure Menu Item
for service if the TPMS malfunction screen.
light and DIC message, if equipped, call 1-800-GM TOOLS
come on and stay on. (1-800-468-6657). 5. Press and hold the SET/CLR
There are two minutes to match the button to begin the sensor
TPMS Sensor Matching matching process.
first tire/wheel position, and
Process five minutes overall to match all four A message requesting
Each TPMS sensor has a unique tire/wheel positions. If it takes acceptance of the process may
identification code. The identification longer, the matching process stops display.
code needs to be matched to a new and must be restarted.
tire/wheel position after rotating the
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6. If requested, press the SET/ times to indicate the sensor . There is cord or fabric
CLR button again to confirm identification code has been showing through the tire's
the selection. matched to the driver side rear rubber.
The horn sounds twice to tire, and the TPMS sensor
matching process is no longer . The tread or sidewall is
signal the receiver is in relearn
mode and the TIRE LEARN or active. The TIRE LEARN or cracked, cut, or snagged
TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE deep enough to show cord or
message displays on the DIC message on the DIC display fabric.
screen. screen goes off.
. The tire has a bump, bulge,
7. Start with the driver side 12. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. or split.
front tire. 13. Set all four tires to the . The tire has a puncture, cut,
8. Place the relearn tool against recommended air pressure
level as indicated on the Tire or other damage that cannot
the tire sidewall, near the valve be repaired well because of
stem. Then press the button to and Loading Information label.
the size or location of the
activate the TPMS sensor.
Tire Inspection damage.
A horn chirp confirms that the
sensor identification code has We recommend that the tires,
been matched to this tire and Tire Rotation
including the spare tire, if the
wheel position. Tires should be rotated every
vehicle has one, be inspected
9. Proceed to the passenger side for signs of wear or damage at 12 000 km (7,500 mi). See
front tire, and repeat the least once a month. Maintenance Schedule 0 322.
procedure in Step 8.
Replace the tire if: Tires are rotated to achieve a
10. Proceed to the passenger side more uniform wear for all tires.
rear tire, and repeat the . The indicators at three or The first rotation is the most
procedure in Step 8. more places around the tire important.
11. Proceed to the driver side rear can be seen.
tire, and repeat the procedure
in Step 8. The horn sounds two
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Anytime unusual wear is Adjust the front and rear tires to


noticed, rotate the tires as soon the recommended inflation Warning (Continued)
as possible, check for proper tire pressure on the Tire and towel can be used; however, use
inflation pressure, and check for Loading Information label after a scraper or wire brush later to
damaged tires or wheels. If the the tires have been rotated. See remove all rust or dirt.
unusual wear continues after the Tire Pressure 0 286 and Vehicle
rotation, check the wheel Load Limits 0 199.
alignment. See When It Is Time Lightly coat the center of the
Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor wheel hub with wheel bearing
for New Tires 0 292 and Wheel System. See Tire Pressure
Replacement 0 297. grease after a wheel change or
Monitor Operation 0 288. tire rotation to prevent corrosion
Check that all wheel nuts are or rust build-up. Do not get
properly tightened. See Wheel grease on the flat wheel
Nut Torque under Capacities mounting surface or on the
and Specifications 0 334. wheel nuts or bolts.

{ Warning When It Is Time for New


Tires
Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the
parts to which it is fastened, can Factors such as maintenance,
temperatures, driving speeds,
make wheel nuts become loose
vehicle loading, and road conditions
after time. The wheel could come
affect the wear rate of the tires.
off and cause an accident. When
Use this rotation pattern when changing a wheel, remove any
rotating the tires. rust or dirt from places where the
wheel attaches to the vehicle. In
Do not include the spare tire in an emergency, a cloth or a paper
the tire rotation.
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tire manufacture date is the last four Buying New Tires


digits of the DOT Tire Identification
Number (TIN) which is molded into GM has developed and matched
one side of the tire sidewall. The specific tires for the vehicle. The
first two digits represent the week original equipment tires installed
(0152) and the last two digits, the were designed to meet General
year. For example, the third week of Motors Tire Performance Criteria
the year 2010 would have a Specification (TPC Spec)
four-digit DOT date of 0310. system rating. When
Vehicle Storage replacement tires are needed,
Tires age when stored normally
GM strongly recommends
mounted on a parked vehicle. Park buying tires with the same TPC
Treadwear indicators are one way to Spec rating.
a vehicle that will be stored for at
tell when it is time for new tires.
least a month in a cool, dry, clean GM's exclusive TPC Spec
Treadwear indicators appear when
area away from direct sunlight to system considers over a dozen
the tires have only 1.6 mm (1/16 in)
slow aging. This area should be free critical specifications that impact
or less of tread remaining. See Tire
of grease, gasoline, or other
Inspection 0 291 and Tire
substances that can deteriorate
the overall performance of the
Rotation 0 291. vehicle, including brake system
rubber.
The rubber in tires ages over time. performance, ride and handling,
Parking for an extended period can traction control, and tire
This also applies to the spare tire,
cause flat spots on the tires that
if the vehicle has one, even if it is
may result in vibrations while
pressure monitoring
never used. Multiple factors performance. GM's TPC Spec
driving. When storing a vehicle for
including temperatures, loading number is molded onto the tire's
at least a month, remove the tires or
conditions, and inflation pressure sidewall near the tire size. If the
raise the vehicle to reduce the
maintenance affect how fast aging tires have an all-season tread
weight from the tires.
takes place. GM recommends that
tires, including the spare if
design, the TPC Spec number
equipped, be replaced after six
years, regardless of tread wear. The
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will be followed by MS for mud tires maximum speed capability


and snow. See Tire Sidewall when using winter tires with a { Warning
Labeling 0 281. lower speed rating. Using bias-ply tires on the
GM recommends replacing worn vehicle may cause the wheel
tires in complete sets of four. { Warning rim flanges to develop cracks
Uniform tread depth on all tires Tires could explode during after many miles of driving.
will help to maintain the improper service. Attempting A tire and/or wheel could fail
performance of the vehicle. to mount or dismount a tire suddenly and cause a crash.
Braking and handling could cause injury or death. Use only radial-ply tires with
performance may be adversely Only your dealer or authorized the wheels on the vehicle.
affected if all the tires are not tire service center should
replaced at the same time. mount or dismount the tires. If the vehicle tires must be
If proper rotation and replaced with a tire that does not
maintenance have been done, have a TPC Spec number, make
all four tires should wear out at sure they are the same size,
about the same time. See Tire { Warning load range, speed rating, and
Rotation 0 291. However, if it is construction (radial) as the
Mixing tires of different sizes,
necessary to replace only one original tires.
brands, or types may cause
axle set of worn tires, place the
loss of control of the vehicle, Vehicles that have a tire
new tires on the rear axle.
resulting in a crash or other pressure monitoring system
Winter tires with the same speed vehicle damage. Use the could give an inaccurate
rating as the original equipment correct size, brand, and type low-pressure warning if non-TPC
tires may not be available for H, of tires on all wheels. Spec rated tires are installed.
V, W, Y and ZR speed rated See Tire Pressure Monitor
tires. Never exceed the winter System 0 287.
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The Tire and Loading most passenger car tires. The


Information label indicates the Warning (Continued) Uniform Tire Quality Grading
original equipment tires on the tires not recommended for those (UTQG) system does not apply
vehicle. See Vehicle Load wheels are selected. This to deep tread, winter tires,
Limits 0 199. increases the chance of a crash compact spare tires, tires with
and serious injury. Only use GM nominal rim diameters of
Different Size Tires and specific wheel and tire systems 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm),
Wheels developed for the vehicle, and or to some limited-production
have them properly installed by a tires.
If wheels or tires are installed that
GM certified technician. While the tires available on
are a different size than the original
equipment wheels and tires, vehicle General Motors passenger cars
performance, including its braking, See Buying New Tires 0 293 and and light trucks may vary with
ride and handling characteristics, Accessories and respect to these grades, they
stability, and resistance to rollover Modifications 0 240. must also conform to federal
may be affected. If the vehicle has safety requirements and
electronic systems such as antilock Uniform Tire Quality additional General Motors Tire
brakes, rollover airbags, traction
control, electronic stability control,
Grading Performance Criteria (TPC)
or All-Wheel Drive, the performance The following information relates standards.
of these systems can also be to the system developed by the Quality grades can be found
affected. United States National Highway where applicable on the tire
Traffic Safety Administration sidewall between tread shoulder
{ Warning (NHTSA), which grades tires by and maximum section width. For
treadwear, traction, and example:
If different sized wheels are used,
temperature performance. This
there may not be an acceptable
level of performance and safety if
applies only to vehicles sold in
the United States. The grades
(Continued) are molded on the sidewalls of
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Treadwear 200 Traction AA Traction laboratory test wheel. Sustained


Temperature A high temperature can cause the
The traction grades, from
All Passenger Car Tires Must highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, material of the tire to degenerate
Conform to Federal Safety and C. Those grades represent and reduce tire life, and
Requirements In Addition To the tire's ability to stop on wet excessive temperature can lead
These Grades. pavement as measured under to sudden tire failure. The grade
controlled conditions on C corresponds to a level of
Treadwear performance which all
specified government test
The treadwear grade is a surfaces of asphalt and passenger car tires must meet
comparative rating based on the concrete. A tire marked C may under the Federal Motor Safety
wear rate of the tire when tested have poor traction performance. Standard No. 109. Grades B and
under controlled conditions on a Warning: The traction grade A represent higher levels of
specified government test assigned to this tire is based on performance on the laboratory
course. For example, a tire straight-ahead braking traction test wheel than the minimum
graded 150 would wear one and tests, and does not include required by law. Warning: The
one-half (1) times as well on acceleration, cornering, temperature grade for this tire is
the government course as a tire hydroplaning, or peak traction established for a tire that is
graded 100. The relative characteristics. properly inflated and not
performance of tires depends overloaded. Excessive speed,
upon the actual conditions of Temperature underinflation, or excessive
their use, however, and may The temperature grades are A loading, either separately or in
depart significantly from the (the highest), B, and C, combination, can cause heat
norm due to variations in driving representing the tire's resistance buildup and possible tire failure.
habits, service practices and to the generation of heat and its
differences in road ability to dissipate heat when
characteristics and climate. tested under controlled
conditions on a specified indoor
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Wheel Alignment and Tire Some aluminum wheels can be


Caution
repaired. See your dealer if any of
Balance these conditions exist.
The tires and wheels were aligned The wrong wheel can also cause
Your dealer will know the kind of problems with bearing life, brake
and balanced at the factory to wheel that is needed.
provide the longest tire life and best cooling, speedometer or
overall performance. Adjustments to Each new wheel should have the odometer calibration, headlamp
wheel alignment and tire balancing same load-carrying capacity, aim, bumper height, vehicle
are not necessary on a regular diameter, width, offset, and be ground clearance, and tire or tire
basis. Consider an alignment check mounted the same way as the one it chain clearance to the body and
if there is unusual tire wear or the replaces. chassis.
vehicle is significantly pulling to one Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel
side or the other. Some slight pull to nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor Used Replacement Wheels
the left or right, depending on the System (TPMS) sensors with new
crown of the road and/or other road GM original equipment parts.
surface variations such as troughs { Warning
or ruts, is normal. If the vehicle is
vibrating when driving on a smooth { Warning Replacing a wheel with a used
road, the tires and wheels may need one is dangerous. How it has
Using the wrong replacement been used or how far it has been
to be rebalanced. See your dealer wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel
for proper diagnosis. driven may be unknown. It could
nuts can be dangerous. It could fail suddenly and cause a crash.
affect the braking and handling of When replacing wheels, use a
Wheel Replacement the vehicle. Tires can lose air, new GM original equipment
Replace any wheel that is bent, and cause loss of control, causing wheel.
cracked, or badly rusted or a crash. Always use the correct
corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel
loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and nuts for replacement.
wheel nuts should be replaced.
If the wheel leaks air, replace it.
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Tire Chains If a Tire Goes Flat


{ Warning
It is unusual for a tire to blow out
{ Warning while driving, especially if the tires Driving on a flat tire will cause
are maintained properly. See Tires permanent damage to the tire.
Do not use tire chains. There is 0 279. If air goes out of a tire, it is Re-inflating a tire after it has been
not enough clearance. Tire chains much more likely to leak out slowly. driven on while severely
used on a vehicle without the But if there ever is a blowout, here underinflated or flat may cause a
proper amount of clearance can are a few tips about what to expect blowout and a serious crash.
cause damage to the brakes, and what to do: Never attempt to re-inflate a tire
suspension, or other vehicle that has been driven on while
If a front tire fails, the flat tire
parts. The area damaged by the severely underinflated or flat.
creates a drag that pulls the vehicle
tire chains could cause loss of toward that side. Take your foot off Have your dealer or an authorized
control and a crash. the accelerator pedal and grip the tire service center repair or
Use another type of traction steering wheel firmly. Steer to replace the flat tire as soon as
device only if its manufacturer maintain lane position, and then possible.
recommends it for the vehicle's gently brake to a stop, well off the
tire size combination and road road, if possible.
conditions. Follow that
manufacturer's instructions. To
A rear blowout, particularly on a
curve, acts much like a skid and
{ Warning
avoid vehicle damage, drive slow may require the same correction as Lifting a vehicle and getting under
and readjust or remove the used in a skid. Stop pressing the it to do maintenance or repairs is
traction device if it contacts the accelerator pedal and steer to dangerous without the
vehicle. Do not spin the wheels. straighten the vehicle. It may be appropriate safety equipment and
If traction devices are used, install very bumpy and noisy. Gently brake training. If a jack is provided with
them on the front tires. to a stop, well off the road,
the vehicle, it is designed only for
if possible.
changing a flat tire. If it is used for
anything else, you or others could
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Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued)


be badly injured or killed if the 2. Put an automatic
vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack transmission in P (Park) or a
is provided with the vehicle, only manual transmission in
use it for changing a flat tire. 1 (First) or R (Reverse).
3. Turn off the engine and do
If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire not restart while the vehicle
and wheel damage by driving slowly is raised. 1. Wheel Block (If Equipped)
to a level place, well off the road, 4. Do not allow passengers to 2. Flat Tire
if possible. Turn on the hazard remain in the vehicle.
warning flashers. See Hazard The following information explains
Warning Flashers 0 148. 5. Place wheel blocks, how to repair or change a tire.
if equipped, on both sides of
the tire at the opposite Tire Changing
{ Warning corner of the tire being
changed. Removing the Spare Tire and
Changing a tire can be Tools
dangerous. The vehicle can slip
off the jack and roll over or fall When the vehicle has a flat tire (2), The spare tire and tools are located
causing injury or death. Find a use the following example as a in the storage compartment in the
level place to change the tire. To guide to assist in the placement of rear of the vehicle.
help prevent the vehicle from the wheel blocks (1), if equipped.
moving:
1. Set the parking brake firmly.
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3. If the vehicle has a subwoofer


assembly on top of the spare
tire, remove it by turning the
center retainer
counterclockwise.
4. If the vehicle does not have a
subwoofer, turn the retainer
counterclockwise to remove the
spare tire.
5. Remove the spare tire, jack,
and tools and place them near
the tire being changed.
Without Subwoofer With Subwoofer
Removing the Flat Tire and
1. Wrench 1. Center Retainer Installing the Spare Tire
2. Jack 2. Subwoofer
3. Strap 3. Wrench 1. Do a safety check before
4. Strap proceeding. See If a Tire Goes
Flat 0 298.
5. Tow Eye (if equipped)
6. Jack
To access the spare tire and tools:
1. Open the liftgate. See
Liftgate 0 40.
2. Lift the trim cover.
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3. Turn the wheel wrench


counterclockwise to loosen the
wheel nuts. Do not remove
them yet.

2. Remove the wheel cover, if the 5. Place the hex tube end of the
vehicle has one, to reach the wrench over the hex head of
wheel bolts. the jack to attach it.
6. Turn the wheel wrench
clockwise until the lift head is
4. Place the jack at the position firmly contacting the proper
marked with a half circle. lifting point nearest the flat tire.

{ Warning
Getting under a vehicle when it is
lifted on a jack is dangerous.
If the vehicle slips off the jack,
you could be badly injured or
killed. Never get under a vehicle
when it is supported only by
a jack.
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7. Turn the wheel wrench


{ Warning clockwise to raise the vehicle
far enough off the ground so
Raising the vehicle with the jack there is enough room for the
improperly positioned can spare tire to fit underneath the
damage the vehicle and even wheel well.
make the vehicle fall. To help
avoid personal injury and vehicle 8. Turn the wheel nuts
damage, be sure to fit the jack lift counterclockwise to
remove them.
head into the proper location
before raising the vehicle. 9. Remove the flat tire.

{ Warning 10. Remove any rust or dirt from


{ Warning Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the the wheel bolts, mounting
parts to which it is fastened, can surfaces, and spare wheel.
Lifting a vehicle and getting under
make wheel nuts become loose 11. Place the spare tire on the
it to do maintenance or repairs is wheel-mounting surface.
after time. The wheel could come
dangerous without the
off and cause an accident. When
appropriate safety equipment and
training. If a jack is provided with
changing a wheel, remove any { Warning
rust or dirt from places where the
the vehicle, it is designed only for Never use oil or grease on bolts
wheel attaches to the vehicle. In
changing a flat tire. If it is used for or nuts because the nuts might
an emergency, a cloth or a paper
anything else, you or others could come loose. The vehicle's wheel
towel can be used; however, use
be badly injured or killed if the could fall off, causing a crash.
a scraper or wire brush later to
vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack
remove all rust or dirt.
is provided with the vehicle, only
use it for changing a flat tire. 12. Reinstall the wheel nuts. Turn
each nut clockwise, by hand,
until the wheel is held against
the hub.
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13. Lower the vehicle by turning 14. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly
the wheel wrench Caution with the wheel wrench in a
counterclockwise. Lower the crisscross sequence, as
jack completely. Improperly tightened wheel nuts shown.
can lead to brake pulsation and
rotor damage. To avoid expensive
{ Warning brake repairs, evenly tighten the
Caution
Wheel nuts that are improperly or wheel nuts in the proper Wheel covers will not fit on the
incorrectly tightened can cause sequence and to the proper vehicle's compact spare. If you try
the wheels to become loose or torque specification. See to put a wheel cover on the
come off. The wheel nuts should Capacities and Specifications compact spare, the cover or the
be tightened with a torque wrench 0 334 for the wheel nut torque spare could be damaged.
to the proper torque specification specification.
after replacing. Follow the torque
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire
specification supplied by the
and Tools
aftermarket manufacturer when
using accessory locking wheel
nuts. See Capacities and { Warning
Specifications 0 334 for original
Storing a jack, a tire, or other
equipment wheel nut torque
equipment in the passenger
specifications.
compartment of the vehicle could
cause injury. In a sudden stop or
collision, loose equipment could
strike someone. Store all these in
the proper place.
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Storing the Flat Tire and Tools Storing the Compact Spare Tire Stop as soon as possible and check
1. Return the jack and tools to and Tools that the spare tire is correctly
their original storage location. Reverse the instructions for inflated after being installed on the
removing the spare tire and tools to vehicle. The compact spare tire is
2. Replace the trim cover. designed for temporary use only.
store the spare tire.
3. Place the flat tire, lying flat, in The vehicle will perform differently
the rear storage compartment. The compact spare tire is for with the spare tire installed and it is
temporary use only. Replace the recommended that the vehicle
4. Attach one end of the strap to compact spare tire with a full-size speed be limited to 80 km/h
a cargo tie-down in the rear of tire as soon as you can. See (50 mph). To conserve the tread of
the vehicle. Compact Spare Tire 0 304. the spare tire, have the standard tire
repaired or replaced as soon as
Compact Spare Tire convenient and return the spare tire
to the storage area.
{ Warning When using a compact spare tire,
the AWD (if equipped), ABS, and
Driving with more than one Traction Control systems may
compact spare tire at a time could engage until the spare tire is
result in loss of braking and recognized by the vehicle,
handling. This could lead to a especially on slippery roads. Adjust
crash and you or others could be driving to reduce possible
5. Route the strap through the
injured. Use only one compact wheel slip.
wheel, as shown.
spare tire at a time.
6. Attach the other end of the Caution
strap to the other cargo
tie-down in the rear of the If this vehicle has a compact spare
tire, it was fully inflated when new; When the compact spare is
vehicle. installed, do not take the vehicle
however, it can lose air over time.
7. Tighten the strap. Check the inflation pressure through an automatic car wash
regularly. It should be 420 kPa (Continued)
(60 psi).
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Caution (Continued) Jump Starting Warning (Continued)


with guide rails. The compact Jump Starting - North See California Proposition
spare can get caught on the rails America 65 Warning 0 239.
which can damage the tire, wheel,
and other parts of the vehicle. For more information about the
vehicle battery, see Battery - North
Do not use the compact spare on
America 0 260. { Warning
other vehicles. If the battery has run down, try to Batteries can hurt you. They can
use another vehicle and some be dangerous because:
Do not mix the compact spare tire or jumper cables to start your vehicle.
wheel with other wheels or tires. Be sure to use the following steps to . They contain acid that can
They will not fit. Keep the spare tire do it safely. burn you.
and its wheel together. . They contain gas that can

Caution
{ Warning explode or ignite.
. They contain enough
WARNING: Battery posts,
Tire chains will not fit the compact electricity to burn you.
terminals, and related
spare. Using them can damage accessories contain lead and lead If you do not follow these steps
the vehicle and the chains. Do not compounds, chemicals known to exactly, some or all of these
use tire chains on the compact the State of California to cause things can hurt you.
spare. cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Batteries also
contain other chemicals known to
the State of California to cause
cancer. WASH HANDS AFTER
HANDLING.
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3. Good Battery Negative


Caution Terminal Caution
4. Good Battery Positive
Ignoring these steps could result If the other vehicle does not have
Terminal
in costly damage to the vehicle a 12-volt system with a negative
that would not be covered by the The jump start negative grounding ground, both vehicles can be
vehicle warranty. Trying to start point (1) for the discharged battery damaged. Only use a vehicle that
the vehicle by pushing or pulling it is the engine block or an engine has a 12-volt system with a
will not work, and it could damage mounting bolt. Connect to a spot as negative ground for jump starting.
the vehicle. far away from the discharged
battery as possible.
2. Position the two vehicles so
The jump start positive terminal on that they are not touching.
the discharged battery (2) is located
in the engine compartment on the 3. Set the parking brake firmly
driver side of the vehicle. and put the shift lever in
P (Park) with an automatic
The jump start positive terminal (4) transmission, or Neutral with a
and negative terminal (3) are on the manual transmission. See
battery of the vehicle providing the Shifting Into Park 0 210 with an
jump start. automatic transmission, or
The positive jump start connection Parking 0 212 with a manual
for the discharged battery is under a transmission.
trim cover. Open the cover to
expose the terminal. Caution
1.4L L4 Engine Shown, 1.8L L4
1. Check the other vehicle.
Engine Similar It must have a 12-volt battery If any accessories are left on or
with a negative ground system. plugged in during the jump
1. Discharged Battery starting procedure, they could be
Negative Grounding Point damaged. The repairs would not
2. Discharged Battery Positive
Terminal (Continued)
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6. Connect the other end of the


Caution (Continued) Warning (Continued) red positive (+) cable to the
positive (+) terminal of the good
be covered by the vehicle and some have been blinded. battery.
warranty. Whenever possible, turn Use a flashlight if you need more
off or unplug all accessories on light. 7. Connect one end of the black
either vehicle when jump starting. negative () cable to the
Battery fluid contains acid that negative () terminal of the
can burn you. Do not get it on good battery.
4. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. you. If you accidentally get it in
Turn off all lights and 8. Connect the other end of the
your eyes or on your skin, flush
accessories in both vehicles, black negative () cable to the
the place with water and get
except the hazard warning negative () grounding point for
medical help immediately. the discharged battery.
flashers if needed.
9. Start the engine in the vehicle
{ Warning { Warning
with the good battery and run
the engine at idle speed for at
An electric fan can start up even least four minutes.
when the engine is not running Fans or other moving engine
parts can injure you badly. Keep 10. Try to start the vehicle that had
and can injure you. Keep hands, the dead battery. If it will not
clothing, and tools away from any your hands away from moving
start after a few tries, it
underhood electric fan. parts once the engine is running.
probably needs service.

5. Connect one end of the red Caution


positive (+) cable to the
{ Warning positive (+) terminal on the If the jumper cables are
discharged battery. connected or removed in the
Using a match near a battery can
cause battery gas to explode. wrong order, electrical shorting
People have been hurt doing this, may occur and damage the
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Caution (Continued) Towing the Vehicle If equipped, carefully open the cover
by using the small notch that
conceals the tow eye socket.
vehicle. The repairs would not be Caution
covered by the vehicle warranty. Install the tow eye into the socket by
Always connect and remove the Incorrectly towing a disabled turning it clockwise until it stops.
jumper cables in the correct order, vehicle may cause damage. The When the tow eye is removed,
making sure that the cables do damage would not be covered by reinstall the cover with the notch in
not touch each other or other the vehicle warranty. the original position.
metal. Do not lash or hook to Consult your dealer or a
suspension components. Use the professional towing service if the
disabled vehicle must be towed.
Jumper Cable Removal proper straps around the tires to
secure the vehicle.
Reverse the sequence exactly when Recreational Vehicle
removing the jumper cables.
Have the vehicle towed on a flatbed
Towing
After starting the disabled vehicle
and removing the jumper cables, car carrier or a wheel lift tow truck. If Recreational vehicle towing means
allow it to idle for several minutes. a wheel lift tow truck is used, the towing the vehicle behind another
drive wheels cannot contact the vehicle, such as behind a motor
road while the vehicle is being home. The two most common types
towed. A wheel dolly must be used of recreational vehicle towing are
to lift all drive wheels off the ground. known as dinghy towing and dolly
towing. Dinghy towing is towing the
Caution vehicle with all four wheels on the
ground. Dolly towing is towing the
Improper use of the tow eye can vehicle with two wheels on the
cause vehicle damage. Use ground and two wheels up on a
caution and low speeds to device known as a dolly.
prevent damage to the vehicle.
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Here are some important things to


consider before recreational vehicle Caution Caution
towing:
Use of a shield mounted in front If the vehicle is towed with all four
. What is the towing capacity of of the vehicle grille could restrict wheels on the ground, the
the towing vehicle? Be sure to airflow and cause damage to the drivetrain components could be
read the tow vehicle transmission. The repairs would damaged. The repairs would not
manufacturer's not be covered by the vehicle be covered by the vehicle
recommendations. warranty. If using a shield, only warranty. Do not tow the vehicle
. What is the distance that will be use one that attaches to the with all four wheels on the
traveled? Some vehicles have towing vehicle. ground.
restrictions on how far and how
long they can tow.
Dinghy Towing The vehicle was not designed to be
. Is the proper towing equipment towed with all four wheels on the
going to be used? See your ground.
dealer or trailering professional
for additional advice and
equipment recommendations.
. Is the vehicle ready to be
towed? Just as preparing the
vehicle for a long trip, make sure
the vehicle is prepared to be
towed.
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Dolly Towing (All-Wheel-Drive Dolly Towing 5. Turn the vehicle off.


Vehicles) (Front-Wheel-Drive 6. Secure the vehicle to the dolly.
Vehicles Only)
7. Release the parking brake.
Towing the Vehicle from
the Rear

All-wheel-drive vehicles must not be


towed with two wheels on the To tow a front-wheel-drive vehicle
ground. To properly tow these from the front with two wheels on
vehicles, they should be placed on the ground:
a platform trailer with all four wheels
1. Put the front wheels on a dolly.
off of the ground.
2. Move the shift lever to
P (Park).
3. Set the parking brake.
4. Clamp the steering wheel in a
straight-ahead position with a
clamping device designed for
towing.
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Appearance Care Caution (Continued)


Exterior Care your dealer. Follow all
manufacturer directions regarding
Locks correct product usage, necessary
Locks are lubricated at the factory. safety precautions, and
Use a de-icing agent only when appropriate disposal of any
absolutely necessary, and have the vehicle care product.
locks greased after using. See
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants 0 330.
Caution
Washing the Vehicle
Caution Avoid using high-pressure
To preserve the vehicle's finish,
wash it often and out of direct washes closer than 30 cm (12 in)
Towing the vehicle from the rear
sunlight. to the surface of the vehicle. Use
could damage it. Also, repairs
of power washers exceeding
would not be covered by the
8,274 kPa (1,200 psi) can result
vehicle warranty. Never have the Caution
in damage or removal of paint
vehicle towed from the rear.
Do not use petroleum-based, and decals.
acidic, or abrasive cleaning
Do not tow the vehicle from the rear. 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.
(Continued) (Continued)
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have the damage assessed and


Caution (Continued) repaired. Foreign materials such as Caution (Continued)
calcium chloride and other salts, ice
This could cause damage that melting agents, road oil and tar, tree may damage it. Use only
would not be covered by the sap, bird droppings, chemicals from non-abrasive waxes and polishes
vehicle warranty. industrial chimneys, etc., can that are made for a basecoat/
damage the vehicle's finish if they clearcoat paint finish on the
If using an automatic car wash, remain on painted surfaces. Wash vehicle.
follow the car wash instructions. The the vehicle as soon as possible.
windshield wiper and rear window If necessary, use non-abrasive To keep the paint finish looking new,
wiper, if equipped, must be off. cleaners that are marked safe for keep the vehicle garaged or
Remove any accessories that may painted surfaces to remove foreign covered whenever possible.
be damaged or interfere with the car matter.
wash equipment. Protecting Exterior Bright Metal
Occasional hand waxing or mild Moldings
Rinse the vehicle well, before polishing should be done to remove
washing and after, to remove all residue from the paint finish. See
cleaning agents completely. If they your dealer for approved cleaning Caution
are allowed to dry on the surface, products.
Failure to clean and protect the
they could stain. Do not apply waxes or polishes to bright metal moldings can result
Dry the finish with a soft, clean uncoated plastic, vinyl, rubber, in a hazy white finish or pitting.
chamois or an all-cotton towel to decals, simulated wood, or flat paint This damage would not be
avoid surface scratches and water as damage can occur. covered by the vehicle warranty.
spotting.
Caution
Finish Care The bright metal moldings on the
Machine compounding or vehicle are aluminum, chrome,
Application of aftermarket clearcoat
aggressive polishing on a or stainless steel. To prevent
sealant/wax materials is not
basecoat/clearcoat paint finish damage always follow these
recommended. If painted surfaces
cleaning instructions:
are damaged, see your dealer to (Continued)
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. Be sure the molding is cool to Lamp covers are made of plastic,
the touch before applying any and some have a UV protective Caution
cleaning solution. coating. Do not clean or wipe them
when dry. Using wax on low gloss black
. Use only approved cleaning finish stripes can increase the
solutions for aluminum, chrome, Do not use any of the following on gloss level and create a
or stainless steel. Some lamp covers: non-uniform finish. Clean low
cleaners are highly acidic or . Abrasive or caustic agents. gloss stripes with soap and
contain alkaline substances and water only.
can damage the moldings. . Washer fluids and other cleaning
agents in higher concentrations
. Always dilute a concentrated than suggested by the Air Intakes
cleaner according to the manufacturer.
manufacturers instructions. Clear debris from the air intakes,
. Solvents, alcohols, fuels, between the hood and windshield,
. Do not use cleaners that are not or other harsh cleaners. when washing the vehicle.
intended for automotive use.
. Ice scrapers or other hard items.
. Use a nonabrasive wax on the Windshield and Wiper Blades
vehicle after washing to protect . Aftermarket appearance caps or Clean the outside of the windshield
and extend the molding finish. covers while the lamps are with glass cleaner.
illuminated, due to excessive
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/ heat generated. Clean rubber blades using a lint-free
Lenses, Emblems, Decals, and cloth or paper towel soaked with
Stripes Caution windshield washer fluid or a mild
detergent. Wash the windshield
Use only lukewarm or cold water, a thoroughly when cleaning the
soft cloth, and a car washing soap Failure to clean lamps properly
can cause damage to the lamp blades. Bugs, road grime, sap, and
to clean exterior lamps, lenses, a buildup of vehicle wash/wax
emblems, decals, and stripes. cover that would not be covered
by the vehicle warranty. treatments may cause wiper
Follow instructions under "Washing streaking.
the Vehicle" previously in this
section.
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Replace the wiper blades if they are


worn or damaged. Damage can be Caution (Continued) Caution
caused by extreme dusty
conditions, sand, salt, heat, sun, or tires. When applying a tire To avoid surface damage, do not
snow, and ice. dressing, always wipe off any use strong soaps, chemicals,
overspray from all painted abrasive polishes, cleaners,
Weatherstrips surfaces on the vehicle. brushes, or cleaners that contain
Apply Dielectric silicone grease on acid on aluminum or
weatherstrips to make them last chrome-plated wheels. Use only
Wheels and Trim Aluminum
longer, seal better, and not stick or approved cleaners. Also, never
or Chrome
squeak. Lubricate weatherstrips at drive a vehicle with aluminum or
least once a year. Hot, dry climates Use a soft, clean cloth with mild chrome-plated wheels through an
may require more frequent soap and water to clean the wheels. automatic car wash that uses
application. Black marks from After rinsing thoroughly with clean silicone carbide tire cleaning
rubber material on painted surfaces water, dry with a soft, clean towel. brushes. Damage could occur
can be removed by rubbing with a A wax may then be applied. and the repairs would not be
clean cloth. See Recommended covered by the vehicle warranty.
Fluids and Lubricants 0 330. Caution
Tires Chrome wheels and other chrome Brake System
Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to trim may be damaged if the Visually inspect brake lines and
clean the tires. vehicle is not washed after driving hoses for proper hook-up, binding,
on roads that have been sprayed leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect
Caution with magnesium, calcium, disc brake pads for wear and rotors
or sodium chloride. These for surface condition. Inspect drum
Using petroleum-based tire chlorides are used on roads for brake linings/shoes for wear or
dressing products on the vehicle conditions such as ice and dust. cracks. Inspect all other brake parts.
may damage the paint finish and/ Always wash the chrome with
(Continued) soap and water after exposure.
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Steering, Suspension, and underbody. Take care to thoroughly corrosion. Larger areas of finish
Chassis Components clean any areas where mud and damage can be corrected in your
other debris can collect. dealer's body and paint shop.
Visually inspect steering,
suspension, and chassis Do not directly power wash the Chemical Paint Spotting
components for damaged, loose, transfer case and/or front/rear axle
output seals. High pressure water Airborne pollutants can fall upon
or missing parts or signs of wear at
can overcome the seals and and attack painted vehicle surfaces
least once a year.
contaminate the fluid. Contaminated causing blotchy, ring-shaped
Inspect power steering for proper fluid will decrease the life of the discolorations, and small, irregular
attachment, connections, binding, transfer case and/or axles and dark spots etched into the paint
leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. should be replaced. surface. See Finish Care
Visually check constant velocity joint previously in this section.
boots and axle seals for leaks. Sheet Metal Damage
If the vehicle is damaged and Interior Care
Body Component Lubrication requires sheet metal repair or To prevent dirt particle abrasions,
Lubricate all key lock cylinders, replacement, make sure the body regularly clean the vehicle's interior.
hood hinges, liftgate hinges, and the repair shop applies anti-corrosion Immediately remove any soils.
steel fuel door hinges, unless the material to parts repaired or Newspapers or dark garments can
components are plastic. Applying replaced to restore corrosion transfer color to the vehicles
silicone grease on weatherstrips protection. interior.
with a clean cloth will make them Original manufacturer replacement
last longer, seal better, and not stick Use a soft bristle brush to remove
parts will provide the corrosion dust from knobs and crevices on the
or squeak. protection while maintaining the instrument cluster. Using a mild
Underbody Maintenance vehicle warranty. soap solution, immediately remove
Finish Damage hand lotions, sunscreen, and insect
At least twice a year, spring and fall,
repellent from all interior surfaces or
use plain water to flush any Quickly repair minor chips and permanent damage may result.
corrosive materials from the scratches with touch-up materials
available from your dealer to avoid
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Use cleaners specifically designed A concentrated soap solution will Speaker Covers
for the surfaces being cleaned to create streaks and attract dirt.
Vacuum around a speaker cover
prevent permanent damage. Apply Do not use solutions that contain
gently, so that the speaker will not
all cleaners directly to the cleaning strong or caustic soap.
be damaged. Clean spots with water
cloth. Do not spray cleaners on any . Do not heavily saturate the and mild soap.
switches or controls. Remove upholstery when cleaning.
cleaners quickly. Coated Moldings
. Do not use solvents or cleaners
Before using cleaners, read and containing solvents. Coated moldings should be cleaned.
follow all safety instructions on the
. When lightly soiled, wipe with a
label. While cleaning the interior, Interior Glass
open the doors and windows to get sponge or soft, lint-free cloth
To clean, use a terry cloth fabric dampened with water.
proper ventilation.
dampened with water. Wipe droplets . When heavily soiled, use warm
To prevent damage, do not clean left behind with a clean dry cloth.
the interior using the following soapy water.
If necessary, use a commercial
cleaners or techniques: glass cleaner after cleaning with Fabric/Carpet/Suede
. Never use a razor or any other plain water.
Start by vacuuming the surface
sharp object to remove soil from using a soft brush attachment. If a
any interior surface. Caution rotating vacuum brush attachment is
. Never use a brush with stiff being used, only use it on the floor
To prevent scratching, never use
bristles. carpet. Before cleaning, gently
abrasive cleaners on automotive
remove as much of the soil as
. Never rub any surface glass. Abrasive cleaners or possible:
aggressively or with too much aggressive cleaning may damage
pressure. the rear window defogger. . Gently blot liquids with a paper
towel. Continue blotting until no
. Do not use laundry detergents or
more soil can be removed.
dishwashing soaps with Cleaning the windshield with water
degreasers. For liquid cleaners, during the first three to six months . For solid soils, remove as much
use approximately 20 drops per of ownership will reduce tendency as possible prior to vacuuming.
3.8 L (1 gal) of water. to fog.
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To clean: using a commercial upholstery


cleaner or spot lifter. If ring Caution
1. Saturate a clean, lint-free
colorfast cloth with water. formation occurs, clean the entire
fabric or carpet. Do not attach a device with a
Microfiber cloth is suction cup to the display. This
recommended to prevent lint After cleaning, use a paper towel to may cause damage and would
transfer to the fabric or carpet. blot excess moisture. not be covered by the vehicle
2. Remove excess moisture by Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces warranty.
gently wringing until water does and Vehicle Information and
not drip from the cleaning cloth. Radio Displays Instrument Panel, Leather,
3. Start on the outside edge of the Use a microfiber cloth on high gloss Vinyl, Other Plastic Surfaces,
soil and gently rub toward the surfaces or vehicle displays. First, Low Gloss Paint Surfaces, and
center. Fold the cleaning cloth use a soft bristle brush to remove Natural Open Pore Wood
to a clean area frequently to dirt that can scratch the surface. Surfaces
prevent forcing the soil in to the Then gently clean by rubbing with a
fabric. Use a soft microfiber cloth
microfiber cloth. Never use window
dampened with water to remove
4. Continue gently rubbing the cleaners or solvents. Periodically
dust and loose dirt. For a more
soiled area until there is no hand wash the microfiber cloth
thorough cleaning, use a soft
longer any color transfer from separately, using mild soap. Do not
microfiber cloth dampened with a
the soil to the cleaning cloth. use bleach or fabric softener. Rinse
mild soap solution.
5. If the soil is not completely thoroughly and air dry before
removed, use a mild soap next use.
Caution
solution followed only by plain
water. Soaking or saturating leather,
If the soil is not completely especially perforated leather, as
removed, it may be necessary to well as other interior surfaces,
use a commercial upholstery may cause permanent damage.
cleaner or spot lifter. Test a small (Continued)
hidden area for colorfastness before
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Caution (Continued) Caution (Continued) Warning (Continued)


Wipe excess moisture from these the vehicle, blot immediately and rinse safety belt webbing only
surfaces after cleaning and allow clean with a soft cloth dampened with mild soap and lukewarm
them to dry naturally. Never use with a mild soap solution. water. Allow the webbing to dry.
heat, steam, or spot removers. Do Damage caused by air fresheners
not use cleaners that contain would not be covered by the
silicone or wax-based products. vehicle warranty. Floor Mats
Cleaners containing these
solvents can permanently change
Cargo Cover and
{ Warning
the appearance and feel of
Convenience Net If a floor mat is the wrong size or
leather or soft trim, and are not
recommended. Wash with warm water and mild is not properly installed, it can
detergent. Do not use chlorine interfere with the pedals.
bleach. Rinse with cold water, and Interference with the pedals can
Do not use cleaners that increase then dry completely. cause unintended acceleration
gloss, especially on the instrument and/or increased stopping
panel. Reflected glare can decrease Care of Safety Belts distance which can cause a crash
visibility through the windshield and injury. Make sure the floor
Keep belts clean and dry.
under certain conditions. mat does not interfere with the

Caution { Warning pedals.

Do not bleach or dye safety belt Use the following guidelines for
Use of air fresheners may cause
webbing. It may severely weaken proper floor mat usage.
permanent damage to plastics
the webbing. In a crash, they
and painted surfaces. If an air . The original equipment floor
might not be able to provide
freshener comes in contact with mats were designed for your
adequate protection. Clean and
any plastic or painted surface in vehicle. If the floor mats need
(Continued) replacing, it is recommended
(Continued)
that GM certified floor mats be
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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.
. Do not use a floor mat if the
vehicle is not equipped with a
floor mat retainer on the driver
side floor.
. Use the floor mat with the
correct side up. Do not turn
it over. Removing and Replacing the
Floor Mats
. Do not place anything on top of
the driver side floor mat. 1. Pull up on the rear of the floor
mat to unlock the retainers and
. Use only a single floor mat on remove.
the driver side.
2. Reinstall by lining up the floor
. Do not place one floor mat on mat retainer openings over the
top of another. carpet retainers and snap into
The driver side floor mat is held in position.
place by a button-type retainer. 3. Make sure the floor mat is
properly secured in place.
Verify the floor mat does not
interfere with the pedals.
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Service and General Information Your dealer recognizes the


importance of providing
Maintenance Your vehicle is an important
investment. This section describes
competitively priced maintenance
and repair services. With trained
the required maintenance for the technicians, the dealer is the place
General Information vehicle. Follow this schedule to help for routine maintenance such as oil
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 320 protect against major repair changes and tire rotations and
expenses resulting from neglect or additional maintenance items like
Maintenance Schedule inadequate maintenance. It may tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . 322 also help to maintain the value of blades.
the vehicle if it is sold. It is the
Special Application Services responsibility of the owner to have
Special Application Caution
all required maintenance performed.
Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327
Your dealer has trained technicians Damage caused by improper
Additional Maintenance who can perform required maintenance can lead to costly
and Care maintenance using genuine repairs and may not be covered
Additional Maintenance replacement parts. They have by the vehicle warranty.
and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327 up-to-date tools and equipment for Maintenance intervals, checks,
fast and accurate diagnostics. Many inspections, recommended fluids,
Recommended Fluids, dealers have extended evening and and lubricants are important to
Lubricants, and Parts Saturday hours, courtesy keep the vehicle in good working
Recommended Fluids and transportation, and online condition.
Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330 scheduling to assist with service
Maintenance Replacement needs.
Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331
Maintenance Records
Maintenance Records . . . . . . . . 332
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The Tire Rotation and Required Refer to the information in the


Services are the responsibility of the Maintenance Schedule Additional Warning (Continued)
vehicle owner. It is recommended to Required Services - Normal chart.
have your dealer perform these If they are not, see your dealer to
The Additional Required Services - have a trained technician do the
services every 12 000 km/7,500 mi. Severe are for vehicles that are:
Proper vehicle maintenance helps to work. See Doing Your Own
keep the vehicle in good working . Mainly driven in heavy city traffic Service Work 0 240.
condition, improves fuel economy, in hot weather.
and reduces vehicle emissions. . Mainly driven in hilly or
Because of the way people use mountainous terrain.
vehicles, maintenance needs vary. . Frequently towing a trailer.
There may need to be more
frequent checks and services. The . Used for high speed or
Additional Required Services - competitive driving.
Normal are for vehicles that: . Used for taxi, police, or delivery
. Carry passengers and cargo service.
within recommended limits on Refer to the information in the
the Tire and Loading Information Maintenance Schedule Additional
label. See Vehicle Load Required Services - Severe chart.
Limits 0 199.
. Are driven on reasonable road { Warning
surfaces within legal driving
limits. Performing maintenance work can
be dangerous and can cause
. Use the recommended fuel. See
serious injury. Perform
Fuel 0 233.
maintenance work only if the
required information, proper tools,
and equipment are available.
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. Check windshield washer fluid
Maintenance changed at least once a year and
the oil life system must be reset. level. See Washer Fluid 0 257.
Schedule Your trained dealer technician can . Visually inspect windshield wiper
perform this work. If the engine oil blades for wear, cracking,
Owner Checks and Services life system is reset accidentally, or contamination. See Exterior
At Each Fuel Stop service the vehicle within 5 000 km/ Care 0 311. Replace worn or
3,000 mi since the last service. damaged wiper blades. See
. Check the engine oil level. See Reset the oil life system when the
Engine Oil 0 246. Wiper Blade
oil is changed. See Engine Oil Life Replacement 0 263.
Once a Month System 0 248.
. Check tire inflation pressures.
. Check the tire inflation Tire Rotation and Required See Tire Pressure 0 286.
pressures. See Tire Services Every 12 000 km/ .
Pressure 0 286. Inspect tire wear. See Tire
7,500 mi Inspection 0 291.
. Inspect the tires for wear. See Rotate the tires, if recommended for . Visually check for fluid leaks.
Tire Inspection 0 291. the vehicle, and perform the
. Check the windshield washer following services. See Tire . Inspect engine air cleaner filter.
fluid level. See Washer Rotation 0 291. See Engine Air Cleaner/
Fluid 0 257. Filter 0 250.
. Check engine oil level and oil
life percentage. If needed, . Inspect brake system. See
Engine Oil Change Exterior Care 0 311.
change engine oil and filter, and
When the : % CHANGE reset oil life system. See Engine . Visually inspect steering,
(Change Engine Oil Soon) DIC Oil 0 246 and Engine Oil Life suspension, and chassis
message displays, have the engine System 0 248. components for damaged, loose,
oil and filter changed within the next . Check engine coolant level. See or missing parts or signs of
1 000 km/600 mi. If driven under the Engine Coolant 0 253. wear. See Exterior Care 0 311.
best conditions, the engine oil life .
. Check engine cooling system Check restraint system
system may not indicate the need
hoses and connections. components. See Safety System
for vehicle service for up to a year.
Check 0 66.
The engine oil and filter must be
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. Visually inspect fuel system for . Visually inspect gas strut for
damage or leaks. signs of wear, cracks, or other
. Visually inspect exhaust system damage. Check the hold open
and nearby heat shields for ability of the strut. See your
loose or damaged parts. dealer if service is required.
. . Inspect sunroof track and seal,
Lubricate body components. See
Exterior Care 0 311. if equipped. See Sunroof 0 49.
. Check starter switch. See Starter
Switch Check 0 261.
. Check automatic transmission
shift lock control function. See
Automatic Transmission Shift
Lock Control Function
Check 0 262.
. Check ignition transmission lock.
See Ignition Transmission Lock
Check 0 262.
. Check parking brake and
automatic transmission park
mechanism. See Park Brake and
P (Park) Mechanism
Check 0 262.
. Check accelerator pedal for
damage, high effort, or binding.
Replace if needed.
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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. @ @
Change transfer case fluid, if equipped with
AWD. (4)
@
Drain and fill engine cooling system. (5) @
Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (6) @
Replace brake/clutch fluid. (7)

Footnotes Maintenance or environmental allergens. (2) Visually check all fuel and vapor
Schedule Additional Required Passenger compartment air filter lines and hoses for proper
Services - Normal replacement may also be needed if attachment, connection, routing, and
(1) Or every two years, whichever there is reduced airflow, window condition.
comes first. More frequent fogging, or odors. Your GM dealer (3) Or every four years, whichever
passenger compartment air filter can help determine when to replace comes first. If driving in dusty
replacement may be needed if the filter. conditions, inspect the filter at each
driving in areas with heavy traffic, oil change or more often as needed.
poor air quality, high dust levels,
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(4) Do not directly power wash the


transfer case and/or front/rear axle
output seals. High pressure water
can overcome the seals and
contaminate the fluid. Contaminated
fluid will decrease the life of the
transfer case and/or drive axles and
should be replaced.
(5) Or every five years, whichever
comes first. See Cooling
System 0 251.
(6) Or every two years, whichever
comes first. Inspect for fraying,
excessive cracking, or damage;
replace, if needed.
(7) Replace brake fluid every five
years for DOT 3 fluid or every three
years for DOT 4 fluid. See Brake
Fluid 0 259.
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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

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4 8 0 0 0 k m/3 0 ,0 0 0 mi

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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) @ @ @
Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark plug wires. @ @
Change automatic transmission fluid. @ @ @
Change manual transmission fluid (If equipped). @ @ @
Change transfer case fluid, if equipped with
AWD. (4)
@ @ @
Drain and fill engine cooling system. (5) @
Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (6) @
Replace brake/clutch fluid. (7)

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) Do not directly power wash the Vehicles Only: Lubricate chassis investment and caring for it properly
transfer case and/or front/rear axle components every oil change. may help to avoid future costly
output seals. High pressure water . repairs. To maintain vehicle
Have underbody flushing service
can overcome the seals and performance, additional
performed. See "Underbody
contaminate the fluid. Contaminated maintenance services may be
Maintenance" in Exterior
fluid will decrease the life of the required.
Care 0 311.
transfer case and/or drive axles and
It is recommended that your dealer
should be replaced.
perform these services their
(5) Or every five years, whichever trained dealer technicians know
comes first. See Cooling your vehicle best. Your dealer can
System 0 251. also perform a thorough
(6) Or every two years, whichever assessment with a multi-point
comes first. Inspect for fraying, inspection to recommend when your
excessive cracking, or damage; vehicle may need attention.
replace, if needed. The following list is intended to
(7) Replace brake fluid every five explain the services and conditions
years for DOT 3 fluid or every three to look for that may indicate
years for DOT 4 fluid. See Brake services are required.
Fluid 0 259. Battery
The 12-volt battery supplies power
to start the engine and operate any
additional electrical accessories.
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. To avoid break-down or failure to . Trained dealer technicians have Lamps
start the vehicle, maintain a access to tools and equipment Properly working headlamps,
battery with full cranking power. to inspect the brakes and taillamps, and brake lamps are
. Trained dealer technicians have recommend quality parts important to see and be seen on
the diagnostic equipment to test engineered for the vehicle. the road.
the battery and ensure that the Fluids . Signs that the headlamps need
connections and cables are attention include dimming, failure
corrosion-free. Proper fluid levels and approved
fluids protect the vehicles systems to light, cracking, or damage.
Belts and components. See The brake lamps need to be
Recommended Fluids and checked periodically to ensure
. Belts may need replacing if they
Lubricants 0 330 for GM approved that they light when braking.
squeak or show signs of
cracking or splitting. fluids. . With a multi-point inspection,
. Engine oil and windshield your dealer can check the lamps
. Trained dealer technicians have
washer fluid levels should be and note any concerns.
access to tools and equipment
to inspect the belts and checked at every fuel fill. Shocks and Struts
recommend adjustment or . Instrument cluster lights may
Shocks and struts help aid in control
replacement when necessary. come on to indicate that fluids for a smoother ride.
may be low and need to be
Brakes filled. . Signs of wear may include
Brakes stop the vehicle and are steering wheel vibration, bounce/
crucial to safe driving. Hoses sway while braking, longer
Hoses transport fluids and should stopping distance, or uneven
. Signs of brake wear may include
be regularly inspected to ensure tire wear.
chirping, grinding, or squealing
noises, or difficulty stopping. that there are no cracks or leaks. . As part of the multi-point
With a multi-point inspection, your inspection, trained dealer
dealer can inspect the hoses and technicians can visually inspect
advise if replacement is needed. the shocks and struts for signs
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of leaking, blown seals, information on how to clean and Wiper Blades


or damage, and can advise protect the vehicles interior and Wiper blades need to be cleaned
when service is needed. exterior, see Interior Care 0 315 and and kept in good condition to
Exterior Care 0 311. provide a clear view.
Tires
Tires need to be properly inflated, Wheel Alignment . Signs of wear include streaking,
rotated, and balanced. Maintaining Wheel alignment is critical for skipping across the windshield,
the tires can save money and fuel, ensuring that the tires deliver and worn or split rubber.
and can reduce the risk of tire optimal wear and performance. . Trained dealer technicians can
failure. . Signs that the alignment may check the wiper blades and
. Signs that the tires need to be need to be adjusted include replace them when needed.
replaced include three or more pulling, improper vehicle
visible treadwear indicators; cord handling, or unusual tire wear.
or fabric showing through the . Your dealer has the required
rubber; cracks or cuts in the equipment to ensure proper
tread or sidewall; or a bulge or wheel alignment.
split in the tire.
. Trained dealer technicians can Windshield
inspect and recommend the right For safety, appearance, and the
tires. Your dealer can also best viewing, keep the windshield
provide tire/wheel balancing clean and clear.
services to ensure smooth . Signs of damage include
vehicle operation at all speeds. scratches, cracks, and chips.
Your dealer sells and services
name brand tires. . Trained dealer technicians can
inspect the windshield and
Vehicle Care recommend proper replacement
To help keep the vehicle looking like if needed.
new, vehicle care products are
available from your dealer. For
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Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts


Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Engine Oil Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity
grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. See Engine
Oil 0 246.
Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL Coolant.
See Engine Coolant 0 253.
Hydraulic Brake/Clutch System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 19299818, in
(Vehicles with DOT 3 brake fluid) Canada 19299819).
Hydraulic Brake/Clutch System DOT 4 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 19299570, in
(Vehicles with DOT 4 brake fluid) Canada 19299571).
Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection
requirements.
Hydraulic Power Steering System DEXRON -VI Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Automatic Transmission DEXRON-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Manual Transmission Manual Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. 19259104, in Canada 19259105).
Transfer Case (All-Wheel Drive) Transfer Case Fluid (GM Part No. 19256084, in Canada 19256085).
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.
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Usage Fluid/Lubricant
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
Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. 12345579, in Canada 10953481).

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 95021102 A3184C
Engine Oil Filter 55594651 PF2257G
Passenger Compartment Air Filter 13271190 CF181
Spark Plugs
1.4L L4 55585517 41-121
1.8L L4 25193473
Wiper Blades
Driver Side 65.0 cm (25.6 in) 94531969
Passenger Side 38.0 cm (15.0 in) 95915127
Rear 26.5 cm (10.4 in) 95915137
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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 Vehicle Identification Service Parts


Identification Label
Vehicle Identification This label, inside the rear
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) compartment area, has the following
Vehicle Identification
information:
Number (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 333
Service Parts Identification . Vehicle Identification
Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 333 Number (VIN).
Vehicle Data . Model designation.
Capacities and . Paint information.
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334
. Production options and special
Engine Drive Belt Routing . . . . 336
This legal identifier is in the front equipment.
corner of the instrument panel, on
Do not remove this label from the
the driver side of the vehicle. It can
vehicle.
be seen through the windshield from
outside. The Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN) also appears on the
Vehicle Certification and Service
Parts labels and certificates of title
and registration.
Engine Identification
The eighth character in the VIN is
the engine code. This code
identifies the vehicle's engine,
specifications, and replacement
parts. See Engine Specifications
under Capacities and Specifications
0 334 for the vehicle's engine code.
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Vehicle Data
Capacities and Specifications
The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants 0 330 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
1.4L L4 7.3 L 7.7 qt
1.8L L4 6.3 L 6.7 qt
Engine Oil with Filter
1.4L L4 4.0 L 4.2 qt
1.8L L4 4.5 L 4.8 qt
Fuel Tank 53 L 14 gal
Transfer Case 0.35 L 0.36 qt
Wheel Nut Torque 140 Y 100 lb ft
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this
manual. Recheck fluid level after filling.
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Engine Specifications
Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap
1.4L L4 B Automatic and Manual 0.7 mm (0.028 in)
1.8L L4 E Automatic and Manual 0.9 mm (0.035 in)
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Engine Drive Belt Routing

1.8L L4 Engine (with Air


Conditioning)
1.4L L4 Engine

1.8L L4 Engine (without Air


Conditioning)
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Customer Reporting Safety Defects to


the Canadian
Customer Information
Information Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 348
Reporting Safety Defects to Customer Satisfaction
General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . 348 Procedure
Customer Information Vehicle Data Recording and Your satisfaction and goodwill are
Customer Satisfaction Privacy important to your dealer and to
Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 337 Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns
Vehicle Data Recording and
Customer Assistance with the sales transaction or the
Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 348
Offices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 339 operation of the vehicle will be
Event Data Recorders . . . . . . . . 349
Customer Assistance for Text resolved by your dealer's sales or
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349
Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . . 340 service departments. Sometimes,
Online Owner Center . . . . . . . . . 340 however, despite the best intentions
GM Mobility Reimbursement of all concerned, misunderstandings
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 341 can occur. If your concern has not
Roadside Assistance been resolved to your satisfaction,
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 341 the following steps should be taken:
Scheduling Service
Appointments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343 STEP ONE : Discuss your concern
Courtesy Transportation with a member of dealership
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343 management. Normally, concerns
Collision Damage Repair . . . . . 344 can be quickly resolved at that level.
Service Publications Ordering If the matter has already been
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 346 reviewed with the sales, service,
Radio Frequency or parts manager, contact the owner
Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347 of your dealership or the general
manager.
Reporting Safety Defects
Reporting Safety Defects to
the United States
Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347
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STEP TWO : If after contacting a When contacting Chevrolet, may reject it and proceed with any
member of dealership management, remember that your concern will other venue for relief available
it appears your concern cannot be likely be resolved at a dealer's to you.
resolved by your dealership without facility. That is why we suggest You may contact the BBB Auto Line
further help, in the U.S., call the following Step One first. Program using the toll-free
Chevrolet Customer Assistance STEP THREE U.S. Owners : telephone number or write them at
Center at 1-800-222-1020. In Both General Motors and your the following address:
Canada, call General Motors of dealer are committed to making
Canada Customer Care Centre at BBB Auto Line Program
sure you are completely satisfied Council of Better Business Bureaus,
1-800-263-3777 (English), with your new vehicle. However,
or 1-800-263-7854 (French). Inc.
if you continue to remain unsatisfied 3033 Wilson Boulevard
We encourage you to call the after following the procedure Suite 600
toll-free number in order to give your outlined in Steps One and Two, you Arlington, VA 22201
inquiry prompt attention. Have the can file with the Better Business
following information available to Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program Telephone: 1-800-955-5100
give the Customer Assistance to enforce your rights. http://www.bbb.org/council/
representative: programs-services/
The BBB Auto Line Program is an dispute-handling-and-resolution/
. Vehicle Identification out-of-court program administered bbb-auto-line
Number (VIN). This is available by the Council of Better Business
from the vehicle registration or Bureaus to settle automotive This program is available in all
title, or the plate at the top left of disputes regarding vehicle repairs or 50 states and the District of
the instrument panel and visible the interpretation of the New Vehicle Columbia. Eligibility is limited by
through the windshield. Limited Warranty. Although you may vehicle age, mileage, and other
be required to resort to this informal factors. General Motors reserves
. Dealership name and location.
dispute resolution program prior to the right to change eligibility
. Vehicle delivery date and filing a court action, use of the limitations and/or discontinue its
present mileage. program is free of charge and your participation in this program.
case will generally be heard within
40 days. If you do not agree with the
decision given in your case, you
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STEP THREE Canadian For further information concerning Customer Assistance


Owners : In the event that you do eligibility in the Canadian Motor
not feel your concerns have been Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP),
Offices
addressed after following the call toll-free 1-800-207-0685, or call Chevrolet encourages customers to
procedure outlined in Steps One the General Motors Customer Care call the toll-free number for
and Two, General Motors of Canada Centre, 1-800-263-3777 (English), assistance. However, if a customer
Company wants you to be aware of 1-800-263-7854 (French), wishes to write or e-mail Chevrolet,
its participation in a no-charge or write to: the letter should be addressed to:
Mediation/Arbitration Program. The Mediation/Arbitration Program
General Motors of Canada United States and Puerto Rico
c/o Customer Care Centre
Company has committed to binding General Motors of Canada Chevrolet Motor Division
arbitration of owner disputes Company Chevrolet Customer Assistance
involving factory-related vehicle Mail Code: CA1-163-005 Center
service claims. The program 1908 Colonel Sam Drive P.O. Box 33170
provides for the review of the facts Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Detroit, MI 48232-5170
involved by an impartial third party www.Chevrolet.com
arbiter, and may include an informal Your inquiry should be accompanied
hearing before the arbiter. The by the Vehicle Identification 1-800-222-1020
program is designed so that the Number (VIN). 1-800-833-2438 (For Text
entire dispute settlement process, Telephone Devices (TTYs))
from the time you file your complaint Roadside Assistance:
to the final decision, should be 1-800-243-8872
completed in about 70 days. We From U.S. Virgin Islands:
believe our impartial program offers 1-800-496-9994
advantages over courts in most
jurisdictions because it is informal,
quick, and free of charge.
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Canada the U.S. can communicate with r : Track your vehicles warranty
Chevrolet by dialing: information.
General Motors of Canada
1-800-833-2438. TTY users in
Company
Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830. J : View active recalls by Vehicle
Customer Care Centre, Mail Code: Identification Number (VIN). See
CA1-163-005 Vehicle Identification Number
1908 Colonel Sam Drive Online Owner Center (VIN) 0 333.
Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Online Owner Experience
www.gm.ca H : View GM Card, SiriusXM
(U.S.) my.chevrolet.com Satellite radio (if equipped), and
1-800-263-3777 (English) OnStar account information (if
The Chevrolet online owner
1-800-263-7854 (French) equipped).
experience allows interaction with
1-800-263-3830 (For Text
Telephone devices (TTYs))
Chevrolet and keeps important F : Chat with online help
vehicle-specific information in one representatives.
Roadside Assistance:
place.
1-800-268-6800 See my.chevrolet.com to register
Membership Benefits your vehicle.
Overseas
E : Download owner manuals and Chevrolet Owner Centre
Please contact the local General view vehicle-specific how-to videos.
Motors Business Unit. (Canada) chevroletowner.ca
G : View maintenance schedules, Visit the Chevrolet Owner Centre:
Customer Assistance for alerts, and OnStar Vehicle
Diagnostic Information. Schedule . Chat live with online help
Text Telephone (TTY) service appointments. representatives.
Users I : View and print dealer-recorded . Locate owner resources such as
To assist customers who are deaf, service records and self-recorded lease-end, financing, and
hard of hearing, or speech-impaired service records. warranty information.
and who use Text Telephones D : Select a preferred dealer and
(TTYs), Chevrolet has TTY view locations, maps, phone
equipment available at its Customer numbers, and hours.
Assistance Center. Any TTY user in
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. Retrieve your favorite articles, For more information on the limited . Telephone number of your
quizzes, tips, and multimedia offer, visit www.gmmobility.com or location.
galleries organized into the call the GM Mobility Assistance . Location of the vehicle.
Featured Articles and Auto Care Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text
Sections. Telephone (TTY) users, call . Model, year, color, and license
1-800-833-9935. plate number of the vehicle.
. Download owner manuals.
General Motors of Canada also has . Odometer reading, Vehicle
. Find the
a Mobility Program. Visit www.gm.ca Identification Number (VIN), and
Chevrolet-recommended delivery date of the vehicle.
maintenance services. or call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483)
for details. TTY users call . Description of the problem.
1-800-263-3830.
GM Mobility Coverage
Reimbursement Program Roadside Assistance Services are provided for the
Program duration of the vehicles powertrain
warranty.
For U.S.-purchased vehicles, call
1-800-243-8872. (Text Telephone In the U.S., anyone driving the
(TTY): 1-888-889-2438.) vehicle is covered. In Canada, a
person driving the vehicle without
For Canadian-purchased vehicles, permission from the owner is not
call 1-800-268-6800. covered.
This program is available to Service is available 24 hours a day,
qualified applicants for cost Roadside Assistance is not a part of
365 days a year. the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
reimbursement of eligible
aftermarket adaptive equipment Calling for Assistance General Motors North America and
required for the vehicle, such as Chevrolet reserve the right to make
When calling Roadside Assistance, any changes or discontinue the
hand controls or a wheelchair/ have the following information
scooter lift for the vehicle. Roadside Assistance program at
ready: any time without notification.
. Your name, home address, and
home telephone number.
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General Motors North America and . Flat Tire Change: Service to . Mounting, dismounting,
Chevrolet reserve the right to limit change a flat tire with the spare or changing of snow tires,
services or payment to an owner or tire. The spare tire, if equipped, chains, or other traction devices.
driver if they decide the claims are must be in good condition and Service is not provided if a vehicle
made too often, or the same type of properly inflated. It is the owner's is in an area that is not accessible
claim is made many times. responsibility for the repair or to the service vehicle or is not a
replacement of the tire if it is not regularly traveled or maintained
Services Provided covered by the warranty. public road, which includes ice and
. Emergency Fuel Delivery: . Battery Jump Start: Service to winter roads. Off-road use is not
Delivery of enough fuel for the jump start a dead battery. covered.
vehicle to get to the nearest
service station. . Trip Interruption Benefits and Services Specific to
Assistance: If your trip is Canadian-Purchased Vehicles
. Lock-Out Service: Service to interrupted due to a warranty
unlock the vehicle if you are event, incidental expenses may . Fuel Delivery: Reimbursement
locked out. A remote unlock may be reimbursed within the is up to 7 liters. If available,
be available if you have OnStar. Powertrain warranty period. diesel fuel delivery may be
For security reasons, the driver Items considered are reasonable restricted. Propane and other
must present identification and customary hotel, meals, fuels are not provided through
before this service is given. rental car, or a vehicle being this service.
. Emergency Tow from a Public delivered back to the customer, . Lock-Out Service: Vehicle
Road or Highway: Tow to the up to 805 km (500 mi). registration is required.
nearest Chevrolet dealer for .
warranty service, or if the vehicle
Services Not Included in Trip Interruption Benefits and
Roadside Assistance Assistance: Must be over
was in a crash and cannot be
150 km from where your trip was
driven. Assistance is not given . Impound towing caused by started to qualify.
when the vehicle is stuck in the violation of any laws. Pre-authorization, original
sand, mud, or snow. . Legal fines. detailed receipts, and a copy of
the repair orders are required.
Once authorization has been
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received, the Roadside If the vehicle cannot be scheduled Several Courtesy Transportation
Assistance advisor will help to into the service department options are available to assist in
make arrangements and explain immediately, keep driving it until it reducing inconvenience when
how to receive payment. can be scheduled for service, warranty repairs are required.
. Alternative Service: If unless, of course, the problem is Courtesy Transportation is not a
assistance cannot be provided safety related. If it is, please call part of the New Vehicle Limited
right away, the Roadside your dealership, let them know this, Warranty. A separate booklet
Assistance advisor may give and ask for instructions. entitled Limited Warranty and
permission to get local If your dealer requests you to bring Owner Assistance Information
emergency road service. You will the vehicle for service, you are furnished with each new vehicle
receive payment, up to $100, urged to do so as early in the work provides detailed warranty coverage
after sending the original receipt day as possible to allow for information.
to Roadside Assistance. same-day repair.
Mechanical failures may be Transportation Options
covered, however any cost for Courtesy Transportation Warranty service can generally be
parts and labor for repairs not completed while you wait. However,
covered by the warranty are the
Program
if you are unable to do so, your
owner responsibility. To enhance your ownership dealer may offer the following
experience, we and our participating transportation options:
Scheduling Service dealers are proud to offer Courtesy
Shuttle Service
Transportation, a customer support
Appointments program for vehicles with the This includes one-way or round-trip
When the vehicle requires warranty Bumper-to-Bumper (Base Warranty shuttle service within reasonable
service, contact your dealer and Coverage period in Canada), time and distance parameters of
request an appointment. By extended powertrain, and/or your dealer's area.
scheduling a service appointment hybrid-specific warranties in both
and advising the service consultant the U.S. and Canada.
of your transportation needs, your
dealer can help minimize your
inconvenience.
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Public Transportation or Fuel insurance coverage, credit card, etc. equipment and quality replacement
Reimbursement Additional fees such as fuel usage parts. Poorly performed collision
If overnight warranty repairs are charges, taxes, levies, usage fees, repairs diminish the vehicle resale
needed, and public transportation is excessive mileage, or rental usage value, and safety performance can
used, the expense must be beyond the completion of the repair be compromised in subsequent
supported by original receipts and are also your responsibility. collisions.
within the maximum amount allowed It may not be possible to provide a Collision Parts
by GM for shuttle service. If U.S. like vehicle as a courtesy rental.
customers arrange their own Genuine GM Collision parts are new
transportation, limited Additional Program parts made with the same materials
reimbursement for reasonable fuel Information and construction methods as the
expenses may be available. Claim parts with which the vehicle was
All program options, such as shuttle
amounts should reflect actual costs originally built. Genuine GM
service, may not be available at
and be supported by original Collision parts are the best choice to
every dealer. Contact your dealer
receipts. See your dealer for ensure that the vehicle's designed
for specific availability.
information. appearance, durability, and safety
General Motors reserves the right to are preserved. The use of Genuine
Courtesy Rental Vehicle unilaterally modify, change, GM parts can help maintain the GM
For an overnight warranty repair, the or discontinue Courtesy New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
dealer may provide an available Transportation at any time and to
Recycled original equipment parts
courtesy rental vehicle or provide for resolve all questions of claim
may also be used for repair. These
reimbursement of a rental vehicle. eligibility pursuant to the terms and
parts are typically removed from
Reimbursement is limited and must conditions described herein at its
vehicles that were total losses in
be supported by original receipts as sole discretion.
prior crashes. In most cases, the
well as a signed and completed parts being recycled are from
rental agreement and meet state/ Collision Damage Repair undamaged sections of the vehicle.
provincial, local, and rental vehicle If the vehicle is involved in a A recycled original equipment GM
provider requirements. collision and it is damaged, have the part may be an acceptable choice to
Requirements vary and may include damage repaired by a qualified maintain the vehicle's originally
minimum age requirements, technician using the proper designed appearance and safety
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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 you may be charged at the end of
related failures are not covered by Insuring the Vehicle 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
available. These are made by collision insurance coverage. There If there has been an injury, call
companies other than GM and may are significant differences in the emergency services for help. Do not
not have been tested for the vehicle. quality of coverage afforded by leave the scene of a crash until all
As a result, these parts may fit various insurance policy terms. matters have been taken care of.
poorly, exhibit premature durability/ Many insurance policies provide Move the vehicle only if its position
corrosion problems, and may not reduced protection to the GM puts you in danger, or you are
perform properly in subsequent vehicle by limiting compensation for instructed to move it by a police
collisions. Aftermarket parts are not damage repairs through the use of officer.
covered by the GM New Vehicle aftermarket collision parts. Some Give only the necessary information
Limited Warranty, and any vehicle insurance companies will not to police and other parties involved
failure related to such parts is not specify aftermarket collision parts. in the crash.
covered by that warranty. When purchasing insurance, we
recommend that you ensure that the For emergency towing see
Repair Facility vehicle will be repaired with GM Roadside Assistance
original equipment collision parts. Program 0 341.
GM also recommends that you
choose a collision repair facility that If such insurance coverage is not Gather the following information:
meets your needs before you ever available from your current
insurance carrier, consider switching . Driver name, address, and
need collision repairs. Your dealer telephone number.
may have a collision repair center to another insurance carrier.
with GM-trained technicians and If the vehicle is leased, the leasing . Driver license number.
state-of-the-art equipment, or be company may require you to have . Owner name, address, and
able to recommend a collision repair insurance that ensures repairs with telephone number.
Genuine GM Original Equipment
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. Vehicle license plate number. new Genuine GM parts or recycled Service Publications
original GM parts. Remember,
. Vehicle make, model, and
recycled parts will not be covered by
Ordering Information
model year.
the GM vehicle warranty. Service Manuals
. Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN). Insurance pays the bill for the repair, Service Manuals have the diagnosis
but you must live with the repair. and repair information on the
. Insurance company and policy Depending on your policy limits, engines, transmission, axle,
number. your insurance company may suspension, brakes, electrical,
. General description of the initially value the repair using steering, body, etc.
damage to the other vehicle. aftermarket parts. Discuss this with
the repair professional, and insist on Owner Information
Choose a reputable repair facility Genuine GM parts. Remember,
that uses quality replacement parts. Owner publications are written
if the vehicle is leased, you may be specifically for owners and intended
See Collision Parts earlier in this obligated to have the vehicle
section. to provide basic operational
repaired with Genuine GM parts, information about the vehicle. The
If the airbag has inflated, see What even if your insurance coverage Owner Manual includes the
Will You See after an Airbag does not pay the full cost. Maintenance Schedule for all
Inflates? 0 72. If another party's insurance models.
Managing the Vehicle Damage company is paying for the repairs, In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio,
you are not obligated to accept a
Repair Process Owner Manual, and Warranty
repair valuation based on that Manual.
In the event that the vehicle requires insurance company's collision policy
damage repairs, GM recommends repair limits, as you have no RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00
that you take an active role in its contractual limits with that company. $40.00 (U.S.) plus handling and
repair. If you have a pre-determined In such cases, you can have control shipping fees.
repair facility of choice, take the of the repair and parts choices as Without Pouch: Owner Manual only.
vehicle there, or have it towed there. long as the cost stays within
Specify to the facility that any reasonable limits. RETAIL SELL PRICE:
required replacement collision parts $25.00 (U.S.) plus handling and
be original equipment parts, either shipping fees.
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Current and Past Models Radio Frequency Reporting Safety


Service and Owner publications are Statement Defects
available for many current and past
This vehicle has systems that
model year GM vehicles.
operate on a radio frequency that Reporting Safety Defects
ORDER TOLL FREE: complies with Part 15/Part 18 of the
1-800-551-4123 Monday Friday Federal Communications
to the United States
8:00 AM 6:00 PM Eastern Time Commission (FCC) rules and with Government
For Credit Card Orders Only Industry Canada Standards If you believe that your vehicle
(VISA-MasterCard-Discover), see RSS-GEN/210/216/220/251/310,
has a defect which could cause
Helm, Inc. at: www.helminc.com. ICES001.
a crash or could cause injury or
Or write to: Operation is subject to the following death, you should immediately
two conditions: inform the National Highway
Helm, Incorporated
Attention: Customer Service 1. The device may not cause Traffic Safety Administration
47911 Halyard Drive harmful interference. (NHTSA) in addition to notifying
Plymouth, MI 48170 2. The device must accept any General Motors.
Prices are subject to change without interference received, including If NHTSA receives similar
notice and without incurring interference that may cause complaints, it may open an
obligation. Allow ample time for undesired operation of the
investigation, and if it finds that
delivery. device.
a safety defect exists in a group
All listed prices are quoted in U.S. Changes or modifications to any of of vehicles, it may order a recall
funds. Make checks payable in U.S. these systems by other than an and remedy campaign.
funds. authorized service facility could void
However, NHTSA cannot
authorization to use this equipment.
become involved in individual
problems between you, your
dealer, or General Motors.
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To contact NHTSA, you may call Transport Canada Vehicle Data


the Vehicle Safety Hotline Road Safety Branch
toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 80 rue Noel Recording and
1-800-424-9153); go to http:// Gatineau, QC J8Z 0A1 Privacy
www.safercar.gov; or write to:
The vehicle has a number of
Administrator, NHTSA Reporting Safety Defects computers that record information
1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E. to General Motors about the vehicles performance and
Washington, D.C. 20590 In addition to notifying NHTSA (or how it is driven. For example, the
Transport Canada) in a situation like vehicle uses computer modules to
You can also obtain other monitor and control engine and
information about motor vehicle this, notify General Motors.
transmission performance, to
safety from http:// Call 1-800-222-1020, or write: monitor the conditions for airbag
www.safercar.gov. Chevrolet Motor Division deployment and deploy them in a
Chevrolet Customer Assistance crash, and, if equipped, to provide
Reporting Safety Defects Center antilock braking to help the driver
to the Canadian P.O. Box 33170 control the vehicle. These modules
Detroit, MI 48232-5170 may store data to help the dealer
Government technician service the vehicle.
In Canada, call 1-800-263-3777 Some modules may also store data
If you live in Canada, and you (English) or 1-800-263-7854
believe that the vehicle has a about how the vehicle is operated,
(French), or write: such as rate of fuel consumption or
safety defect, notify Transport
Canada immediately, and notify General Motors of Canada average speed. These modules may
Company retain personal preferences, such as
General Motors of Canada radio presets, seat positions, and
Customer Care Centre, Mail Code:
Company. Call Transport CA1-163-005 temperature settings.
Canada at 1-800-333-0510 or 1908 Colonel Sam Drive
write to: Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7
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Event Data Recorders These data can help provide a GM will not access these data or
better understanding of the share it with others except: with the
This vehicle is equipped with an circumstances in which crashes and consent of the vehicle owner or,
event data recorder (EDR). The injuries occur. if the vehicle is leased, with the
main purpose of an EDR is to consent of the lessee; in response
record, in certain crash or near Note
to an official request by police or
crash-like situations, such as an air EDR data are recorded by your similar government office; as part of
bag deployment or hitting a road vehicle only if a non-trivial crash GM's defense of litigation through
obstacle, data that will assist in situation occurs; no data are the discovery process; or, as
understanding how a vehicles recorded by the EDR under normal required by law. Data that GM
systems performed. The EDR is driving conditions and no personal collects or receives may also be
designed to record data related to data (e.g., name, gender, age, and used for GM research needs or may
vehicle dynamics and safety crash location) are recorded. be made available to others for
systems for a short period of time, However, other parties, such as law research purposes, where a need is
typically 30 seconds or less. The enforcement, could combine the shown and the data is not tied to a
EDR in this vehicle is designed to EDR data with the type of specific vehicle or vehicle owner.
record such data as: personally identifying data routinely
acquired during a crash
. How various systems in your
investigation. OnStar
vehicle were operating;
To read data recorded by an EDR, If the vehicle is equipped with
. Whether or not the driver and
special equipment is required, and OnStar and has an active
passenger safety belts were access to the vehicle or the EDR is subscription, additional data may be
buckled/fastened; needed. In addition to the vehicle collected through the OnStar
. How far (if at all) the driver was manufacturer, other parties, such as system. This includes information
depressing the accelerator and/ law enforcement, that have the about the vehicles operation;
or brake pedal; and, special equipment, can read the collisions involving the vehicle; the
information if they have access to use of the vehicle and its features;
. How fast the vehicle was and, in certain situations, the
traveling. the vehicle or the EDR.
location and approximate GPS
speed of the vehicle. Refer to the
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OnStar Terms and Conditions and


Privacy Statement on the OnStar
website.
See OnStar Additional
Information 0 356.
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OnStar OnStar Overview Terms, Privacy Statement, and


Software Terms for more details
including system limitations at
www.onstar.com (U.S.) or
OnStar Overview
www.onstar.ca (Canada).
OnStar Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . 351
The OnStar system status light is
OnStar Services next to the OnStar buttons. If the
Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352 status light is:
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352
Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352 = Voice Command Button . Solid Green: System is ready.
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353 Q Blue OnStar Button . Flashing Green: On a call.
Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355
> Red Emergency Button . Red: Indicates a problem.
OnStar Additional Information
OnStar Additional This vehicle may be equipped with a . Off: System is active. Press Q
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356 comprehensive, in-vehicle system twice to speak with an OnStar
that can connect to an OnStar Advisor.
Advisor for Emergency, Security,
Navigation, Connections, and Press Q or call 1-888-4ONSTAR
Diagnostics Services. OnStar (1-888-466-7827) to speak to an
services may require a paid Advisor.
subscription and data plan. OnStar Press = to:
requires the vehicle battery and
electrical system, cellular service, . Make a call, end a call,
and GPS satellite signals to be or answer an incoming call.
available and operating. OnStar acts . Give OnStar Hands-Free Calling
as a link to existing emergency voice commands.
service providers. OnStar may
collect information about you and . Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn
your vehicle, including location Navigation voice commands.
information. See OnStar User
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. Obtain and customize the Wi-Fi OnStar Services Security
hotspot name or SSID and
password, if equipped. If equipped, OnStar provides these
Emergency services:
Press Q to connect to an . With Stolen Vehicle Assistance,
Emergency Services require an
Advisor to: active, OnStar service plan OnStar Advisors can use GPS to
. Verify account information or (excludes Basic Plan). With pinpoint the vehicle and help
update contact information. Automatic Crash Response, built-in authorities quickly recover it.
. Get driving directions. sensors can automatically alert a . With Remote Ignition Block,
specially trained OnStar Advisor if equipped, OnStar can block
. Receive a Diagnostic check of who is immediately connected in to
the vehicle's key operating the engine from being restarted.
the vehicle to help.
systems. . With Stolen Vehicle Slowdown,
Press > for a priority connection to if equipped, OnStar can work
. Receive Roadside Assistance. an OnStar Advisor who can contact with law enforcement to
. Manage Wi-Fi Settings, emergency service providers, direct gradually slow the vehicle down.
if equipped. them to your exact location, and
relay important information. Theft Alarm Notification
Press > to get a priority connection
With OnStar Crisis Assist, specially If equipped, if the doors are locked
to an OnStar Advisor available
trained Advisors are available and the vehicle alarm sounds, a
24/7 to:
24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to notification by text, e-mail, or phone
. Get help for an emergency. provide a central point of contact, call will be sent. If the vehicle is
. Be a Good Samaritan or assistance, and information during a stolen, an OnStar Advisor can work
respond to an AMBER Alert. crisis. with authorities to recover the
vehicle.
. Get assistance in severe With Roadside Assistance, Advisors
weather or other crisis situations can locate a nearby service provider
to help with a flat tire, a battery
Navigation
and find evacuation routes.
jump, or an empty gas tank. OnStar navigation requires a
specific OnStar service plan.
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Press Q to receive Turn-by-Turn Route Preview Press Q, then ask the Advisor to
directions or have them sent to the 1. Press =. System responds: download directions to the vehicles
vehicles navigation screen, OnStar ready, then a tone. navigation system, if equipped. After
if equipped. the call ends, the navigation screen
2. Say Route preview. System will provide prompts to begin driving
Turn-by-Turn Navigation responds with the next three directions. Routes that are sent to
maneuvers. the navigation screen can only be
1. Press Q to connect to an
Advisor. Repeat canceled through the navigation
system.
2. Request directions to be 1. Press =. System responds:
downloaded to the vehicle. See www.onstar.com (U.S.) or
OnStar ready, then a tone. www.onstar.ca (Canada).
3. Follow the voice-guided 2. Say Repeat. System
commands. responds with the last direction Connections
Using Voice Commands given, then responds with
The following OnStar services help
During a Planned Route OnStar ready, then a tone.
with staying connected.
Get My Destination For coverage maps, see
Cancel Route
1. Press =. System responds: www.onstar.com (U.S.) or
1. Press =. System responds: www.onstar.ca (Canada).
OnStar ready, then a tone.
OnStar ready, then a tone.
2. Say Get my destination. Ensuring Security
2. Say Cancel route. System
System responds with the . Change the default passwords
responds: Do you want to
address and distance to the for the Wi-Fi hotspot and
cancel directions?
destination, then responds with RemoteLink mobile application.
3. Say Yes. System responds: OnStar ready, then a tone. Make these passwords different
OK, request completed, thank from each other and use a
you, goodbye. Send Destination to Vehicle
combination of letters, numbers,
Subscribers can have directions and symbols to increase the
sent to the vehicles navigation security.
screen, if equipped.
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. Change the default name of the (no Internet connection, 3G, . Activate the horn and lamps.
SSID (Service Set Identifier). 4G, 4G LTE), and signal quality . Check the vehicles fuel level, oil
This is your networks name that (poor, good, excellent). life, or tire pressure,
is visible to other wireless 3. To change the SSID or if factory-equipped with the Tire
devices. Choose a unique name
and avoid family names or password, press Q or call Pressure Monitor System.
vehicle descriptions. 1-888-4ONSTAR to connect . Send directions to the vehicle.
with an Advisor.

OnStar Wi-Fi Hotspot (If . Locate the vehicle on a map
Equipped) After initial set-up, your vehicles (U.S. market only).
Wi-Fi hotspot will connect
The vehicle may have a built-in . Turn the vehicle's Wi-Fi hotspot
automatically to your mobile
Wi-Fi hotspot that provides access devices. Manage data usage by on/off, manage settings, and
to the Internet and web content at turning Wi-Fi on or off on your monitor data consumption,
4G LTE speed. Up to seven mobile mobile device, using the if equipped.
devices can be connected. A data RemoteLink mobile app, or by For OnStar RemoteLink information
plan is required. Use the in-vehicle contacting an OnStar Advisor. and compatibility, see
controls only when it is safe to www.onstar.com (U.S.) or
do so. OnStar RemoteLink Mobile App www.onstar.ca (Canada).
(If Equipped)
1. To retrieve Wi-Fi hotspot Remote Services
Download the OnStar RemoteLink
information, press =, wait for
mobile app to select Apple iOS, Contact an OnStar Advisor to
the prompt, then say Wi-Fi Android, BlackBerry, unlock the doors or sound the horn
settings. On some vehicles, or Windows mobile devices. and flash the lamps.
touch Wi-Fi Settings on the OnStar Subscribers can access the
screen. following services from a mobile OnStar AtYourService
2. The Wi-Fi settings will display device: OnStar Advisors can provide offers
the Wi-Fi hotspot name (SSID), . Remotely start/stop the vehicle, from restaurants and retailers on
password, and on some if factory-equipped. your route, help locate hotels,
vehicles, the connection type or book a room. These services
. Lock/unlock doors, if equipped vary by market.
with automatic locks.
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OnStar Hands-Free Calling Retrieve My Number upcoming maintenance issues with


select components on the vehicle,
Make and receive calls with the 1. Press =. System responds: before they become a problem.
built-in wireless calling service, OnStar ready.
which requires available minutes. OnStar can also monitor and report
2. Say My number. System tire pressure, if the vehicle is
Make a Call responds: Your OnStar equipped with a Tire Pressure
Hands-Free Calling number is, Monitoring System.
1. Press =. System responds:
then says the number.
OnStar ready.
2. Say Call. System responds: End a Call
Call. Please say the name or Press =. System responds: Call
number to call. ended.
3. Say the entire number without
pausing, including a 1 and the Verify Minutes and Expiration
area code. System responds: Press = and say Minutes then
OK, calling. Verify to check how many minutes
Calling 911 Emergency remain and their expiration date.

1. Press =. System responds: Diagnostics


OnStar ready.
Advanced Diagnostics provides a
2. Say Call. System responds: status of the vehicles key systems
Call. Please say the name or with a monthly e-mail, or by
number to call. pressing Q. If equipped, Diagnostic
3. Say 911 without pausing. Alerts can be received in real-time
System responds: 911. via e-mail or text. The Proactive
4. Say Call. System responds: Alerts feature (if available) can help
OK, dialing 911. predict and alert of potential
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Reactivation for Subsequent . Call TTY 1-877-248-2080.


OnStar Additional
Owners Press Q to speak with an
Information .
Press Q and follow the prompts to Advisor.
In-Vehicle Audio Messages speak to an Advisor as soon as OnStar services cannot work unless
Audio messages may play important possible. The Advisor will update the vehicle is in a place where
information at the following times: vehicle records and explain OnStar OnStar has an agreement with a
service options. wireless service provider for service
. Prior to vehicle purchase.
How OnStar Service Works in that area. The wireless service
Press Q to set up an account. provider must also have coverage,
. With the OnStar Basic Plan, Automatic Crash Response, network capacity, reception, and
every 60 days. Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, technology compatible with OnStar
Stolen Vehicle Assistance, services. Service involving location
. After change in ownership and Advanced Vehicle Diagnostics, information about the vehicle cannot
at 90 days. Remote Services, Roadside work unless GPS signals are
Transferring Service Assistance, Turn-by-Turn available, unobstructed, and
Navigation, and Hands-Free Calling compatible with the OnStar
Press Q to request account transfer are available on most vehicles. Not hardware. OnStar services may not
eligibility information. The Advisor all OnStar services are available work if the OnStar equipment is not
can cancel or change account everywhere or on all vehicles. For properly installed or it has not been
information. more information, a full description properly maintained. If equipment or
of OnStar services, system software is added, connected,
Selling/Transferring the limitations, and OnStar User Terms, or modified, OnStar services may
Vehicle Privacy Statement, and Software not work. Other problems beyond
Call 1-888-4ONSTAR Terms: the control of OnStar such as
(1-888-466-7827) immediately to . Call 1-888-4ONSTAR hills, tall buildings, tunnels, weather,
terminate your OnStar services if (1-888-466-7827). electrical system design and
the vehicle is disposed of, sold, architecture of the vehicle, damage
. See www.onstar.com (U.S.).
transferred, or if the lease ends.
. See www.onstar.ca (Canada).
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to the vehicle in a crash, or wireless access to all OnStar services, Potential Issues
phone network congestion or except Virtual Advisor and OnStar
OnStar cannot perform Remote
jamming may prevent service. Turn-by-Turn Navigation.
Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle
See Radio Frequency OnStar Personal Identification Assistance after the vehicle has
Statement 0 347. Number (PIN) been off continuously for 10 days
without an ignition cycle. If the
Services for People with A PIN is needed to access some vehicle has not been started for
Disabilities OnStar services. The PIN will need five days, OnStar can contact
Advisors provide services to help to be changed the first time when Roadside Assistance or a locksmith
Subscribers with physical disabilities speaking with an Advisor. To to help gain access to the vehicle.
and medical conditions. change the OnStar PIN, contact an
OnStar Advisor by pressing Q or Global Positioning
Press Q to help: calling 1-888-4ONSTAR. System (GPS)
. Locate a gas station with an . Obstruction of the GPS can
Warranty
attendant to pump gas. occur in a large city with tall
OnStar equipment may be buildings; in parking garages;
. Find a hotel, restaurant, etc., warranted as part of the vehicle around airports; in tunnels and
that meets accessibility needs. warranty. underpasses; or in an area with
. Provide directions to the closest very dense trees. If GPS signals
hospital or pharmacy in urgent Languages are not available, the OnStar
situations. The vehicle can be programmed to system should still operate to
respond in multiple languages. call OnStar. However, OnStar
TTY Users
Press Q and ask for an Advisor. could have difficulty identifying
OnStar has the ability to Advisors are available in English, the exact location.
communicate to deaf, Spanish, and French. Available . In emergency situations, OnStar
hard-of-hearing, or speech-impaired languages may vary by country. can use the last stored GPS
customers while in the vehicle. The location to send to emergency
available dealer-installed TTY responders.
system can provide in-vehicle
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A temporary loss of GPS can cause to function properly. These systems settings. These updates or changes
loss of the ability to send a may not operate if the battery is may also collect personal
Turn-by-Turn Navigation route. The discharged or disconnected. information. Such collection is
Advisor may give a verbal route or described in the OnStar privacy
may ask for a call back after the Add-on Electrical Equipment statement or separately disclosed at
vehicle is driven into an open area. The OnStar system is integrated the time of installation. These
into the electrical architecture of the updates or changes may also cause
Cellular and GPS Antennas vehicle. Do not add any electrical a system to automatically
Cellular reception is required for equipment. See Add-On Electrical communicate with GM servers to
OnStar to send remote signals to Equipment 0 237. Added electrical collect information about vehicle
the vehicle. Do not place items over equipment may interfere with the system status, identify whether
or near the antenna to prevent operation of the OnStar system and updates or changes are available,
blocking cellular and GPS signal cause it to not operate. or deliver updates or changes. An
reception. active OnStar agreement constitutes
Vehicle Software Updates consent to these software updates
Unable to Connect to OnStar OnStar or GM may remotely deliver or changes and agreement that
Message software updates or changes to the either OnStar or GM may remotely
If there is limited cellular coverage vehicle without further notice or deliver them to the vehicle.
or the cellular network has reached consent. These updates or changes
Privacy
maximum capacity, this message may enhance or maintain safety,
may come on. Press Q to try the security, or the operation of the The complete OnStar Privacy
vehicle or the vehicle systems. Statement may be found at
call again or try again after driving a
Software updates or changes may www.onstar.com (U.S.),
few miles into another cellular area.
affect or erase data or settings that or www.onstar.ca (Canada). We
Vehicle and Power Issues are stored in the vehicle, such as recommend that you review it. If you
OnStar Hands-Free Calling name have any questions, call
OnStar services require a vehicle 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827)
tags, saved navigation destinations,
electrical system, wireless service,
and GPS satellite technologies to be
or pre-set radio stations. Neither or press Q to speak with an
OnStar nor GM is responsible for Advisor. Users of wireless
available and operating for features
any affected or erased data or communications are cautioned that
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Airbag System (cont'd)


Index A
About Driving the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . 2 What Will You See after an
Accessories and Airbag Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240 When Should an Airbag
Accessory Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210 Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Add-On Electrical Equipment . . . 237 Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . . . . 69
Additional Information Airbags
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356 Adding Equipment to the
Additional Maintenance Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327 Passenger Status Indicator . . . .115
Adjustments Readiness Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
Lumbar, Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Servicing Airbag-Equipped
Agreements Vehicles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Trademarks and License . . . . . 184 System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine . . . . . . . 250 Alarm
Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186 Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Air Filter, Passenger Alert
Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189 Side Blind Zone (SBZA) . . . . . . 230
Air Intake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189 All-Season Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188 All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . .218, 261
Airbag System AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Antenna
How Does an Airbag Multi-band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Restrain? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Antilock Brake System (ABS) . . . 219
Passenger Sensing System . . . . 74 Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
What Makes an Airbag Appearance Care
Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .311
Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315
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Apple CarPlay and Battery (cont'd) Bulb Replacement (cont'd)


Android Auto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181 Voltage and Charging Taillamps, Turn Signal,
Armrest Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 Sidemarker, Stoplamps,
Front Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Battery - North America . . . .260, 305 and Backup Lamps . . . . . . . . . . 268
Rear Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Blade Replacement, Wiper . . . . . 263 Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293
Assistance Program, Bluetooth
C
Roadside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 341 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . 171, 173, 177
Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Audio Brake
California
Theft-Deterrent Feature . . . . . . . 153 System Warning Light . . . . . . . . .118
Perchlorate Materials
Automatic Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258
Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Antilock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219
California
Headlamp System . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220
Proposition
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214 Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259
65 Warning . . . . . . . . . .239, 260, 305
Transmission Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . 249 Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219
Camera
Automatic Transmission System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Rear Vision (RVC) . . . . . . . . . . . . 225
Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215 Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Canadian Vehicle Owners . . . . . . . . 2
Shift Lock Control Function Break-In, New Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 203
Capacities and
Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262 Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334
Auxiliary Fog Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
Carbon Monoxide
Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171 Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213
Avoiding Untrusted Media Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165 Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Headlamps, Front Turn
B Cargo
Signal, and Parking
Battery Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265
Load Management . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 Management System . . . . . . . . . 100
License Plate Lamps . . . . . . . . . 270
Power Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 Caution, Danger, and Warning . . . . 3
Chains, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298
Charging System Light . . . . . . . . . 116
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Check Connections Customer Information


Ignition Transmission Lock . . . 262 OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353 Service Publications
Malfunction Indicator Control Ordering Information . . . . . . . . 346
Engine Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116 Traction and Electronic Customer Satisfaction
Child Restraints Stability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221 Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 337
Infants and Young Children . . . . . 81 Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
D
Lower Anchors and Tethers Convenience Net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Damage Repair, Collision . . . . . . . 344
for Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Danger, Warning, and Caution . . . . 3
Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Coolant
Data Collection
Securing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93, 95 Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349
Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Engine Temperature
Data Recorders, Event . . . . . . . . . 349
Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272 Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Daytime Running
Cleaning Cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .311 Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251
Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315 Engine Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . . 186 Courtesy Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Devices
Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186 Courtesy Transportation
Auxiliary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186 Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343
Diagnostics
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Cover
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355
Cluster, Instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Cargo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Distracted Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Clutch, Hydraulic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250 Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223
Dome Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Collision Damage Repair . . . . . . . 344 Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Door
Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . 304 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Ajar Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Compartments Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Ajar Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . 340
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Offices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 339
Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 Text Telephone (TTY)
Power Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 340
Drive Belt Routing, Engine . . . . . . 336
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Drive Systems Electrical System (cont'd) Exit Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150


All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . 218, 261 Rear Compartment Fuse Extender, Safety Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Driver Behavior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192 Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278 Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . . . 146
Driver Information Emergency
F
Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352
Filter,
Driving Engine
Engine Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . 250
Defensive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193 Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Drunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193 Check and Service Engine
Flashers, Hazard Warning . . . . . . 148
Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192 Soon Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298
For Better Fuel Economy . . . . . . . 24 Compartment Overview . . . . . . . 243
Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . 197 Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253
Floor Mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 318
If the Vehicle is Stuck . . . . . . . . . 198 Coolant Temperature
Fluid
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195 Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 249
Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . 195 Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259
Vehicle Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . 199 Cooling System Messages . . . 132
Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257
Wet Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196 Drive Belt Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . 336
Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257
Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197 Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213
Fog Lamps
Driving the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
Oil Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
E Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Oil Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Electrical Equipment, Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Oil Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Add-On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237 Folding Seatback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255
Electrical System Forward Collision Alert
Power Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Engine Compartment Fuse (FCA) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228
Reduced Power Light . . . . . . . . . 123
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273 Frequency Statement
Running While Parked . . . . . . . . 213
Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . 272 Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347
Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
Instrument Panel Fuse Front Fog Lamp
Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276 Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Event Data Recorders . . . . . . . . . . 349
Overload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272 Front Seat Armrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
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Front Seats Gauges (cont'd) Heater


Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Warning Lights and Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110 Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233 General Information High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234 Service and Maintenance . . . . . 320 Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . . 197
Economy Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236 Hill Start Assist (HSA) . . . . . . . . . . 220
Filling a Portable Fuel Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239 Home Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236 Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241
Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234 GM Mobility Reimbursement Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Foreign Countries . . . . . . . . . . . . 234 Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 341 How to Wear Safety Belts
Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113 Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
H
Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . 123 HVAC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Hydraulic Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
Hands-Free Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
Fuses
Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . 148 I
Engine Compartment Fuse
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . .203, 205
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273
Headlamps Ignition Transmission Lock
Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . 272
Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264 Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
Instrument Panel Fuse
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 264 Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Rear Compartment Fuse
Daytime Running Indicator
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278
Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 Owner Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118
G Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 Vehicle Ahead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Gauges High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . 124 Infants and Young Children,
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113 High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . 146 Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113 Lamps On Reminder . . . . . . . . . 124 Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113 Heated Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113 Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Instrument Panel
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113 Storage Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
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Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . 46 Lamps (cont'd) Lights (cont'd)


Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 Engine Coolant
Lane Departure Temperature Warning . . . . . . . 121
J
Warning (LDW) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231 Engine Oil Pressure . . . . . . . . . . 122
Jump Starting - North
Lane Departure Warning Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Front Fog Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
K Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 High-Beam On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Key and Lock Messages . . . . . . . . 133 LATCH System High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . 146
Keyless Entry Replacing Parts after a Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Remote (RKE) System . . . . . 28, 31 Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Lane Departure Warning . . . . . . 120
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25, 27 LATCH, Lower Anchors and Low Fuel Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
L Tethers for Children . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Operate Pedal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
Labeling, Tire Sidewall . . . . . . . . . . 281 LED Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264 Reduced Engine Power . . . . . . 123
Lamps Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Safety Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . .114
Courtesy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 Lighting Service Vehicle Soon . . . . . . . . . .118
Daytime Running (DRL) . . . . . . 147 Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 StabiliTrak OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Dome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Exterior Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146 Illumination Control . . . . . . . . . . . 149 Traction Control System
Front Fog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264 (TCS)/StabiliTrak . . . . . . . . . . 121
Headlamps, Front Turn Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Traction Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Signal, and Parking Airbag Readiness . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114 Ultrasonic Parking Sensor . . . . 120
Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265 Antilock Brake System Up-Shift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
License Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270 (ABS) Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119 Warning, Power Steering . . . . . .119
Malfunction Indicator . . . . . . . . . .116 Brake System Warning . . . . . . . .118 Locks
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Charging System . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116 Automatic Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Door Ajar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
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Locks (cont'd) Messages (cont'd) Monitor System, Tire


Power Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Door Ajar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 Multi-band Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195 Engine Cooling System . . . . . . . 132
N
Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . . . 123 Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Navigation
Lower Anchors and Tethers Engine Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352
for Children (LATCH Fuel System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Net, Convenience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Key and Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . . . . 203
Lumbar Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Object Detection System . . . . . 134 O
Ride Control System . . . . . . . . . . 135 Object Detection System
M Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Maintenance
Service Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332
Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113
Maintenance and Care
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Off-Road
Additional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129, 130 Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . 322
Vehicle Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Oil
Recommended Fluids and
Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246
Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330
Mirrors Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . 248
Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . . 116
Automatic Dimming Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215
Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . 216
Convex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Older Children, Restraints . . . . . . . 79
Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
Folding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Online Owner Center . . . . . . . . . . . 340
Media
Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349
Avoiding Untrusted Devices . . 165
Manual Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 OnStar Additional
Messages
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356
Battery Voltage and
Mirrors, Interior Rearview . . . . . . . . 46 OnStar Connections . . . . . . . . . . . 353
Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
OnStar Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . 355
Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
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OnStar Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . 352 Passenger Compartment Air Privacy


OnStar Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352 Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189 Vehicle Data Recording . . . . . . . 348
OnStar Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 351 Passenger Sensing System . . . . . 74 Program
OnStar Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352 Perchlorate Materials Courtesy Transportation . . . . . . 343
Operate Pedal Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 Requirements, California . . . . . . 239 Proposition
Operation Personalization 65 Warning,
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . 157 Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 California . . . . . . . . . . . .239, 260, 305
Ordering Phone
R
Service Publications . . . . . . . . . . 346 Apple CarPlay and
Radio Frequency Statement . . . . 347
Outlets Android Auto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
Radio Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . 171, 173, 177
Radios
Overheating, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . 255 Hands-Free . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 Port
Satellite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Owner Manual Indicator . . . . . . . . 118 USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Reading Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Power
P Rear Seat Armrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Park Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Shifting Into . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210 Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . . 225
Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Shifting Out of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .211 Rear Window Washer/Wiper . . . . 106
Protection, Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212 Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Reduced Engine Light . . . . . . . . 123
Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219 Automatic Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Retained Accessory (RAP) . . . 210
Brake and P (Park) Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Mechanism Check . . . . . . . . . . 262 Recommended Fluids and
Steering Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257
Over Things That Burn . . . . . . . 212 Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Ultrasonic Sensor Light . . . . . . . 120 Records
Power Steering Warning
Parking Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Passenger Airbag Status Recreational Vehicle Towing . . . . 308
Pregnancy, Using Safety Belts . . . 66
Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Reduced Engine Power Light . . . 123
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Reimbursement Program, Roof Seats (cont'd)


GM Mobility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 341 Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Remote Keyless Entry Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Heated Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
(RKE) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28, 31 Rotation, Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291 Lumbar Adjustment, Front . . . . . . 54
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Routing, Engine Drive Belt . . . . . . 336 Power Adjustment, Front . . . . . . . 54
Replacement Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271 Running the Vehicle While Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Replacement Parts Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213 Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Underseat Storage . . . . . . . . . . . 100
S
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331 Securing Child Restraints . . . . 93, 95
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Replacing Airbag System . . . . . . . . 79 Security
Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Replacing LATCH System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352
How to Wear Safety Belts
Replacing Safety Belt System Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Vehicle Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Reporting Safety Defects Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190
Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
Canadian Government . . . . . . . . 348 Accessories and
Replacing after a Crash . . . . . . . . 67
General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 348 Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
Use During Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . 66
U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347 Climate Control System . . . . . . . 186
Safety Defects Reporting
Restraints Doing Your Own Work . . . . . . . . 240
Canadian Government . . . . . . . . 348
Where to Put . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Engine Soon Light . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 348
Retained Accessory Maintenance Records . . . . . . . . 332
U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347
Power (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210 Maintenance, General
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Ride Control Systems Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320
Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Parts Identification Label . . . . . 333
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Roads Publications Ordering
Scheduling Appointments . . . . . . . 343
Driving, Wet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196 Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 346
Seats
Roadside Assistance Scheduling Appointments . . . . . 343
Adjustment, Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 341 Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Folding Seatback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
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Service (cont'd) Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194 T


Vehicle Soon Light . . . . . . . . . . . . .118 Fluid, Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257 Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Services Power, Warning Lights . . . . . . . . .119 Taillamps
Special Application . . . . . . . . . . . 327 Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
Servicing the Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . 340
Shift Lock Control Function Stoplamps and Back-Up Lamps Theft-Deterrent Systems . . . . . 43, 44
Check, Automatic Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 268 Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262 Storage Areas Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Shifting Cargo Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279
Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210 Cargo Management All-Season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280
Out of Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .211 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) . . . 230 Convenience Net . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298
Sidemarker Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 268 Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Compact Spare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304
Signals, Turn and Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 283
Lane-Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 Sunglasses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295
Spare Tire Underseat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 If a Tire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . . . 298
Compact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304 Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . . . 99 Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291
Special Application Services . . . . 327 Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Specifications and Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286
Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334 Sunglass Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Pressure Monitor Operation . . 288
StabiliTrak Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Pressure Monitor System . . . . . 287
OFF Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 System Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291
Start Assist, Hill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220 Forward Collision Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281
Start Vehicle, Remote . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Alert (FCA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228 Terminology and Definitions . . 283
Starter Switch Check . . . . . . . . . . . 261 Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 Uniform Tire Quality
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206 Roof Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295
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Tires (cont'd) Turn and Lane-Change Vehicle (cont'd)


Wheel Alignment and Tire Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308
Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297 Turn Signal Vehicle Ahead Indicator . . . . . . . . 120
Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 297 Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 268 Vehicle Care
When It Is Time for New Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286
U
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292 Vehicle Data Recording and
Ultrasonic Parking Sensor
Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280 Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 348
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Towing Ventilation, Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
Underseat Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 236 Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . 295
Recreational Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 308
Up-Shift Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 W
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308
USB Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165 Warning
Traction
Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Brake System Light . . . . . . . . . . . .118
Control System (TCS)/
Caution and Danger . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
StabiliTrak Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 V
Lane Departure (LDW) . . . . . . . 231
Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Vehicle
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Traction Control/Electronic Alarm System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221 Canadian Owners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Warning Triangle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Trademarks and License Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
Warnings
Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184 Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Hazard Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Transmission Identification Number (VIN) . . . 333
Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214 Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199
Wheels
Fluid, Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129, 130
Alignment and Tire Balance . . 297
Fluid, Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250 Personalization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Reminder Messages . . . . . . . . . . 136
Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297
Transportation Program, Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
When It Is Time for New
Courtesy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343 Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292
Triangle, Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Service Soon Light . . . . . . . . . . . .118
Where to Put the Restraint . . . . . . 85
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Wi-Fi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353
Chevrolet TRAX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-
10122735) - 2017 - crc - 7/12/16

372 Index

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Windshield
Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Winter
Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Winter Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280
Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . . . 263
Wipers
Rear Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

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