Encore Owner's Manual

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Encore Owner’s Manual
23389481 A
Buick Encore Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-
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Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Keys, Doors, and Windows . . . . . 25
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Instruments and Controls . . . . . . . 99
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . 145
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . . 155
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199
Service and Maintenance . . . . . 274
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287
Customer Information . . . . . . . . . 291
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . 301
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314
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2 Introduction
Introduction This manual describes features that Canadian Vehicle Owners

may or may not be on the vehicle
because of optional equipment that A French language manual can be
was not purchased on the vehicle, obtained from your dealer, at
model variants, country www.helminc.com, or from:
specifications, features/applications Propriétaires Canadiens
that may not be available in your
region, or changes subsequent to On peut obtenir un exemplaire de
the printing of this owner manual. ce guide en français auprès du
The names, logos, emblems, concessionnaire ou à l'adresse
Refer to the purchase suivante:
slogans, vehicle model names, and documentation relating to your
vehicle body designs appearing in specific vehicle to confirm the Helm, Incorporated
this manual including, but not limited features. Attention: Customer Service
to, GM, the GM logo, BUICK, the 47911 Halyard Drive
BUICK Emblem, and ENCORE are Keep this manual in the vehicle for Plymouth, MI 48170
trademarks and/or service marks of quick reference. USA
General Motors LLC, its
subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors. Using this Manual
For vehicles first sold in Canada, To quickly locate information about
substitute the name “General the vehicle, use the Index in the
Motors of Canada Company” for back of the manual. It is an
Buick Motor Division wherever it alphabetical list of what is in the
appears in this manual. manual and the page number where
it can be found.
Litho in U.S.A.
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Part No. 23389481 A First Printing 2016 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved.
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Introduction 3
About Driving the Vehicle Symbols

{ Warning
As with other vehicles of this type, The vehicle has components and
failure to operate this vehicle Warning indicates a hazard that labels that use symbols instead of
correctly may result in loss of could result in injury or death. text. Symbols are shown along with
control or an accident. Be sure to the text describing the operation or
read the driving guidelines in this information relating to a specific
manual in the section called “Driving component, control, message,
and Operating” and specifically Caution gauge, or indicator.
Driver Behavior 0 156, Driving M : Shown when the owner
Caution indicates a hazard that
Environment 0 156, and Vehicle manual has additional instructions
Design 0 156. could result in property or vehicle
damage. or information.
Danger, Warning, and * : Shown when the service
manual has additional instructions
Caution or information.
Warning messages found on vehicle 0 : Shown when there is more
labels and in this manual describe information on another page —
hazards and what to do to avoid or “see page.”
reduce them.
{ Danger A circle with a slash through it is a

safety symbol which means “Do
Danger indicates a hazard with a Not,” “Do not do this,” or “Do not let
high level of risk which will result this happen.”
in serious injury or death.
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4 Introduction
Vehicle Symbol Chart # : Fog Lamps

Here are some additional symbols . : Fuel Gauge
that may be found on the vehicle
and what they mean. For more + : Fuses
information on the symbol, refer to 3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam
the Index. Changer
9 : Airbag Readiness Light j : LATCH System Child Restraints
# : Air Conditioning * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp
! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) : : Oil Pressure
% : Audio®Steering Wheel Controls } : Power
or OnStar (if equipped)
/ : Remote Vehicle Start
$ : Brake System Warning Light
> : Safety Belt Reminders
" : Charging System
7 : Tire Pressure Monitor
I : Cruise Control
d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak®
` : Do Not Puncture
a : Under Pressure
^ : Do Not Service
M : Windshield Washer Fluid
B : Engine Coolant Temperature
O : Exterior Lamps
_ : Flame/Fire Prohibited
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In Brief 5
In Brief Vehicle Features

Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . 19
Instrument Panel Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Driver Information
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Initial Drive Information Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . . . 8 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Lane Departure
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Warning (LDW) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Side Blind Zone
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Alert (SBZA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . 20
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Memory Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Parking Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Second Row Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Universal Remote System . . . . . 21
Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . 12 Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Passenger Sensing System . . . 13
Performance and Maintenance
Traction Control/Electronic
Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . 14
Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . . . 22
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
E85 or FlexFuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . . 16
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . . 23
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Driving for Better Fuel
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Roadside Assistance
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
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6 In Brief
Instrument Panel
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In Brief 7
1. Air Vents 0 152. 10. Shift Lever. See Automatic 21. Data Link Connector (DLC)
2. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn Transmission 0 175. (Out of View). See Malfunction
and Lane-Change 11. Traction Control/Electronic Indicator Lamp (Check Engine
Signals 0 141. Stability Control 0 180. Light) 0 113.
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Hazard Warning 22. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 139.

Changer 0 139. Flashers 0 141. Instrument Panel Illumination
3. Instrument Cluster 0 106. Passenger Airbag Status Control 0 142.
4. Driver Information Center (DIC) Indicator. See Passenger Front Fog Lamps 0 142 (If
Display. See Driver Information Sensing System 0 69. Equipped).
Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 121 or 12. Lane Departure Warning
Driver Information Center (DIC) (LDW) 0 192 (If Equipped).
(Base Level) 0 120. 13. Parking Assist 0 187 (If
5. Windshield Wiper/ Equipped).
Washer 0 101. 14. Ignition Positions 0 167.
Rear Window Wiper/ 15. Steering Wheel Controls 0 100.
Washer 0 102.
16. Horn 0 101.
6. Light Sensor. See Automatic
Headlamp System 0 140. 17. Steering Wheel
Adjustment 0 100.
7. Infotainment 0 145.
18. Cruise Control 0 182.
8. Climate Control Systems 0 146
or Dual Automatic Climate Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
Control System 0 149 (If System 0 188 (If Equipped).
Equipped). 19. Hood Release. See
Heated Steering Wheel 0 100 Hood 0 202.
(If Equipped). 20. Instrument Panel Storage 0 94.
9. Instrument Panel Storage 0 94.
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8 In Brief
Initial Drive 7 : Press and release one time to

initiate vehicle locator. Press and
Information hold for at least three seconds to
This section provides a brief sound the panic alarm. Press again
overview about some of the to cancel the panic alarm.
important features that may or may See Keys 0 25 and Remote Keyless
not be on your specific vehicle. Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 26.
For more detailed information, refer
to each of the features which can be Remote Vehicle Start
found later in this owner manual. If equipped, the engine can be
started from outside of the vehicle.
Remote Keyless Entry To remove the key, press the button
(RKE) System Starting the Vehicle
on the back of the transmitter, and
The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) pull the key out. Never pull the key 1. Press and release Q on the
transmitter may work up to 30 m out without pressing the button. The RKE transmitter.
(98 ft) away from the vehicle. key can be used for all locks.
2. Immediately press and hold /
K : Press to unlock the driver door for at least four seconds or until
or all doors, depending on the the turn signal lamps flash.
vehicle personalization settings.
Start the vehicle normally after
Q : Press to lock all doors. entering.
Lock and unlock feedback can be When the vehicle starts, the parking
personalized. See Vehicle lamps will turn on.
Personalization 0 130.
Remote start can be extended.
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Canceling a Remote Start To lock or unlock the doors from the To lock or unlock the liftgate from
inside: outside, press Q or K on the
To cancel a remote start, do one of
the following: Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) transmitter. See Remote
. Press and hold / until the Keyless Entry (RKE) System
parking lamps turn off. Operation 0 26.
. Turn on the hazard warning
flashers.
. Turn the vehicle on and then off.
See Remote Vehicle Start 0 32.
Door Locks
To lock or unlock the doors from the
outside. Press K or Q on the
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Q: Press to lock the door.
transmitter. See Remote Keyless K: Press to unlock the door.
Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 26.
See Power Door Locks 0 34.
Use the key in the driver door. See To open the liftgate, press the touch
Door Locks 0 33. Liftgate pad in the pull cup under the license
plate and lift manually.
To lock or unlock the liftgate from
See Liftgate 0 36.
inside, press Q or K on the power
door locks. See Power Door
Locks 0 34.
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10 In Brief
Windows Seat Adjustment Power Seats

Manual Seats
Press the switch to lower the To adjust a power seat:

window. Pull up on the front edge of . Move the seat forward or
the switch to raise it. See Power To adjust a manual seat:
rearward by sliding the control
Windows 0 41. 1. Pull the handle at the front of forward or rearward.
The switches work when the vehicle the seat.
. Raise or lower the front part of
is in ON/RUN or ACC/ 2. Slide the seat to the desired the seat cushion by moving the
ACCESSORY, or when Retained position and release the front of the control up or down.
Accessory Power (RAP) is active. handle.
See Retained Accessory Power . Raise or lower the entire seat by
3. Try to move the seat back and moving the rear of the control up
(RAP) 0 171.
forth to be sure it is locked in or down.
place.
See Power Seat Adjustment 0 48.
See Seat Adjustment 0 47.
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Lumbar Adjustment Reclining Seatbacks To return the seatback to an upright

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 48.
Memory Features
Manual Seat Shown, Power Seat
If available, press the front or rear of Similar
the switch to increase or decrease
lumbar support. Release the switch To recline the seatback:
when the desired level of support is 1. Lift the lever.
reached.
If necessary, move the safety
See Lumbar Adjustment 0 48. belt out of the way to access
the lever.
2. Move the seatback to the
desired position, then release
the lever to lock the seatback
in place.
If available, the MEM, 1, and 2
3. Push and pull on the seatback buttons on the outboard side of the
to make sure it is locked. driver seat are used to manually
store and recall the driver seat and
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12 In Brief
outside mirror positions. These Heated Seats See Heated Front Seats 0 51.
manually stored positions are
referred to as Button Memory Head Restraint
positions.
Adjustment
The vehicle will also automatically
Do not drive until the head restraints
store driver seat and outside mirror
for all occupants are installed and
positions to the current driver
adjusted properly.
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter when the ignition is To achieve a comfortable seating
placed in OFF. These automatically position, change the seatback
stored positions are referred to as recline angle as little as necessary
RKE Memory positions. while keeping the seat and the head
restraint height in the proper
See Memory Seats 0 49 and
position.
Vehicle Personalization 0 130.
If equipped, the controls are on the See Head Restraints 0 46 and Seat
Second Row Seats climate control panel. The engine Adjustment 0 47.
must be running to operate the
The rear seatbacks can be folded heated seats.
down to increase cargo space.
See Rear Seats 0 53. Press M or L to heat the driver or
passenger seat cushion and
seatback.
Press the control once for the
highest setting. With each press of
the control, the heated seat will
change to the next lower setting,
and then the off setting. Three lights
indicate the highest setting and one
light the lowest.
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Safety Belts Passenger Sensing The passenger airbag status

indicator will be visible on the
System instrument panel when the vehicle is
started. See Passenger Airbag
Status Indicator 0 112.
Mirror Adjustment
Exterior Mirrors
United States
Refer to the following sections for

important information on how to use
safety belts properly: Canada and Mexico
. Safety Belts 0 57. The passenger sensing system
. How to Wear Safety Belts turns off the front outboard
Properly 0 58. passenger frontal airbag and knee
. airbag (if equipped) under certain
Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 59. To adjust the mirrors:
conditions. No other airbag is
. Lower Anchors and Tethers for affected by the passenger sensing 1. Turn the selector switch to L
Children (LATCH System) 0 81. system. See Passenger Sensing (Left) or R (Right) to choose
System 0 69 for important the driver or passenger mirror.
information.
2. Move the control to adjust the
mirror.
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14 In Brief
3. Turn the selector switch to 9 Steering Wheel Interior Lighting

to deselect the mirror. Adjustment Front and Rear Dome Lamps
Interior Mirror
Adjustment
Hold the rearview mirror in the
center and move it to view the area
behind the vehicle.
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. See
Manual Rearview Mirror 0 40. To adjust the steering wheel: The front dome lamp controls are in
Automatic Dimming Rearview 1. Pull the lever down. the overhead console.
Mirror ( : Press to turn the lamps off,
2. Move the steering wheel up
If equipped with an automatic or down. even when a door is open.
dimming rearview mirror, the mirror H : When the button is returned to
will automatically reduce the glare 3. Pull or push the steering wheel
closer or away from you. the middle position, the lamps turn
from the headlamps from behind. on automatically when a door is
The dimming feature comes on 4. Lift the lever up to lock the opened.
when the vehicle is started. steering wheel in place.
See Automatic Dimming Rearview
' : Press to turn on the dome
Do not adjust the steering wheel lamps.
Mirror 0 41. while driving.
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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 interior outside lighting.
opened. lighting, see Instrument Panel
Illumination Control 0 142 or ; : Turns on the parking lamps
R : Press to turn on the dome lamps. Courtesy Lamps 0 142. 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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16 In Brief
# : If equipped with fog lamps, 1X : For a single wipe, briefly move

press to turn the lamps on or off. the wiper lever down. For several
wipes, hold the wiper lever down.
See:
. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 139.
b : Pull the windshield wiper lever
toward you to spray windshield
. Daytime Running Lamps washer fluid and activate the wipers.
(DRL) 0 140.
INT : Use this setting for intermittent Rear Window Wiper/Washer
. Front Fog Lamps 0 142.
wipes or Rainsense™, if equipped. The rear wiper/washer controls are
For intermittent wipes, move the on the end of the windshield wiper
Windshield Wiper/Washer windshield wiper lever to INT. Turn lever.
the x INT band up for more ON : Press the upper portion of the
frequent wipes or down for less button for continuous rear window
frequent wipes. wipes.
If equipped with Rainsense,move OFF : The rear wiper turns off when
the windshield wiper lever to INT the button is returned to the middle
and turn the x INT band to adjust position.
The windshield wiper/washer lever the sensitivity to moisture. INT : Press the lower portion of the
is on the right side of the steering . Turn the band up for more button to set a delay between
column. sensitivity to moisture. wipes.
Move the lever to one of the . Turn the band down for less m= REAR : Push the windshield
following positions: sensitivity to moisture. wiper lever forward to spray washer
. Move the windshield wiper lever fluid on the rear window. The lever
HI : Use for fast wipes.
returns to its starting position when
LO : Use for slow wipes. out of the INT position to
released.
deactivate Rainsense.
See Windshield Wiper/Washer
OFF : Use to turn the wipers off.
0 101 and Rear Window Wiper/
Washer 0 102, if equipped.
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Climate Controls
The heating, cooling, defrosting, and ventilation for the vehicle can be
controlled with these systems.
Climate Control System
1. Temperature Control 6. Air Conditioning or Comfort/

2. Air Delivery Modes Eco Air Conditioning
3. Fan Control 7. Recirculation
4. Defrost See Climate Control Systems 0 146

(If Equipped).
5. Rear Window Defogger
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18 In Brief
Dual Automatic Climate Control System Transmission

Driver Shift Control (DSC)
1. Driver and Passenger Heated 8. Air Conditioning or Comfort/

Seats (If Equipped) Eco Air Conditioning
DSC allows you to shift an
2. Driver and Passenger 9. Recirculation automatic transmission similar to a
Temperature Controls 10. Heated Steering Wheel (If manual transmission. To use the
3. Air Delivery Modes Equipped) DSC feature:
4. AUTO (Automatic Operation) See Dual Automatic Climate Control 1. Move the shift lever from
System 0 149 (If Equipped). D (Drive) rearward to
5. Defrost M (Manual Mode).
6. Rear Window Defogger 2. Press the + (plus) end of the
7. Fan Controls button on the top of the shift
lever to upshift, or press the −
(minus) end of the button to
downshift.
See Manual Mode 0 177.
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Vehicle Features Cruise Control SET/− : Move the thumbwheel down

briefly to set the speed and activate
cruise control. If cruise control is
Infotainment System already active, use to decrease
See the infotainment manual for speed.
information on the radio, audio n : Press to disengage cruise
players, phone, navigation system, control without erasing the set
and voice or speech recognition. speed from memory.
It also includes information on
settings. See Cruise Control 0 182.
Steering Wheel Controls Driver Information

The infotainment system can be
Center (DIC)
operated by using the steering The DIC display is in the instrument
wheel controls. See "Steering cluster. It shows the status of many
Wheel Controls" in the infotainment o : Press to turn the cruise control vehicle systems. The controls for
manual. system on or off. A white indicator the DIC are on the turn signal lever.
comes 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
increase vehicle speed. 1. SET/CLR: Press to set or clear
the menu item displayed.
2. w x : Turn the band to scroll
through the menu items.
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20 In Brief
3. MENU: Press to display the to detect the lane markings. The Rear Vision
DIC menus. This button is also LDW light, @, is green if a lane
used to return to or exit the last
Camera (RVC)
marking is detected. If the vehicle
screen displayed on the DIC. departs the lane without using a turn If equipped, RVC displays a view of
See Driver Information Center (DIC) signal in that direction, the light will the area behind the vehicle, on the
(Uplevel) 0 121 or Driver Information change to amber and flash. In infotainment system display, when
Center (DIC) (Base Level) 0 120. addition, beeps will sound. the vehicle is shifted into
R (Reverse).
See Lane Departure Warning
Forward Collision Alert (LDW) 0 192. See Rear Vision Camera
(FCA) System (RVC) 0 185.
If equipped, FCA may help avoid or

Side Blind Zone
Alert (SBZA) Rear Cross Traffic Alert
reduce the harm caused by
front-end crashes. FCA provides a
(RCTA) System
If equipped, SBZA will detect
green indicator, V, when a vehicle moving vehicles in the next lane If equipped, the RCTA system uses
is detected ahead. When over in the vehicle's side blind zone a triangle with an arrow displayed
approaching a vehicle ahead too area. When this happens, the SBZA on the RVC screen to warn of traffic
quickly, FCA provides a visual alert display will light up in the behind your vehicle that may cross
and rapidly beeps. corresponding outside side mirror your vehicle's path while in
and will flash if the turn signal is on. R (Reverse). In addition, beeps will
See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) sound.
System 0 188. See Side Blind Zone Alert
(SBZA) 0 190. See “Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Lane Departure (RCTA)” under Rear Vision Camera
(RVC) 0 185.
Warning (LDW)
If equipped, LDW may help avoid
unintentional lane departures at
speeds of 56 km/h (35 mph) or
greater. LDW uses a camera sensor
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Parking Assist Universal Remote System See Universal Remote

System 0 136.
If available, Front and Rear Parking
Assist (FRPA) uses sensors on the Sunroof
front and rear bumpers to detect
objects while parking the vehicle.
It operates at speeds less than
8 km/h (5 mph). FRPA uses audio
beeps to provide distance and
system information.
Keep the sensors on the vehicle's
front and rear bumpers clean to
ensure proper operation.
See Parking Assist 0 187.
If equipped, this system provides a
Power Outlets way to replace up to three remote
The accessory power outlet can be control transmitters used to activate
used to plug in electrical equipment, devices such as garage door If equipped, the sunroof only
such as a cell phone or MP3 player. openers, security systems, and operates when the ignition is on or
home automation devices. Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is
There is one accessory power outlet active. See Retained Accessory
in the storage in front of the shift Read the instructions completely
Power (RAP) 0 171.
lever. This outlet is powered when before attempting to program the
the ignition is on, in ACC/ Universal Remote system. Because
ACCESSORY, or until the driver of the steps involved, it may be
door is opened within 10 minutes of helpful to have another person
turning off the vehicle. See Retained available to assist you with
Accessory Power (RAP) 0 171. programming the Universal Remote
system.
See Power Outlets 0 104.
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22 In Brief
Slide Switch .
Performance and To turn off both Traction Control
and StabiliTrak, press and
Express-Open/Express Close :
Maintenance hold g until g and i illuminate
Press and release D (1) to
express-open the sunroof. Press in the instrument cluster and the
Traction Control/ appropriate DIC message is
and release g (1) to
express-close the sunroof. Press
Electronic Stability displayed. See Ride Control
System Messages 0 128.
the switch again to stop the Control
movement. The traction control system limits
. Press g again to turn on both
Open/Close (Manual Mode) : wheel spin. The system is on when systems.
Press and hold D (1) to open the the vehicle is started. See Traction Control/Electronic
Stability Control 0 180.
sunroof. Press and hold g (1) to The StabiliTrak system assists with
close the sunroof. Release the directional control of the vehicle in
switch to stop the movement. difficult driving conditions. The Tire Pressure Monitor
system is on when the vehicle is This vehicle may have a Tire
Tilt Switch started. Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
Vent : Press and hold E (2) to vent . To turn off traction control, press
the sunroof. Press and hold g (2) and release g on the center
to close the sunroof vent. stack. i illuminates in the
The sunshade opens automatically instrument cluster and the
with the sunroof, but must be appropriate DIC message is
manually closed. displayed. See Ride Control
System Messages 0 128.
The sunroof will not operate if the The low tire pressure warning light
vehicle has an electrical failure. . Press and release g again to alerts to a significant loss in
turn traction control back on. pressure of one of the vehicle's
The sunroof has an automatic
tires. If the warning light comes on,
reversal system feature. See
stop as soon as possible and inflate
Sunroof 0 43.
the tires to the recommended
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In Brief 23
pressure shown on the Tire and Regular Fuel Remember, the oil life display must
Loading Information label. See Use only unleaded gasoline rated be reset after each oil change. It will
Vehicle Load Limits 0 163. The 87 octane or higher in your vehicle. not reset itself. Also, be careful not
warning light will remain on until the Do not use gasoline with an octane to reset the oil life display
tire pressure is corrected. rating lower as it may result in accidentally at any time other than
The low tire pressure warning light vehicle damage and lower fuel when the oil has just been changed.
may come on in cool weather when economy. See Fuel 0 193. It cannot be reset accurately until
the vehicle is first started, and then the next oil change.
turn off as the vehicle is driven. This E85 or FlexFuel Resetting the Oil Life System
may be an early indicator that the
tire pressures are getting low and 1. Press the MENU button to
the tires need to be inflated to the show Remaining Oil Life on the
proper pressure. display. This display shows an
estimate of the oil’s remaining
The TPMS does not replace normal useful life. If 99% is displayed,
monthly tire maintenance. Maintain that means that 99% of the
the correct tire pressures. current oil life remains.
See Tire Pressure Monitor No E85 or FlexFuel
2. To reset the engine oil life
System 0 242. Gasoline-ethanol fuel blends greater system, press the SET/CLR
than E15 (15% ethanol by volume), button while the oil life display
Fuel such as E85, cannot be used in this is active. After a few seconds,
vehicle. there will be a single chime and
the oil life will be reset
Engine Oil Life System to 100%.
The engine oil life system calculates Be careful not to reset the oil life
engine oil life based on vehicle use display accidentally at any time
and displays the CHANGE ENGINE other than after the oil is changed.
OIL SOON DIC message when it is It cannot be reset accurately.
necessary to change the engine oil See Engine Oil Life System 0 209.
and filter.
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24 In Brief
Driving for Better Fuel . Follow recommended scheduled

maintenance.
Economy
Driving habits can affect fuel Roadside Assistance
mileage. Here are some driving tips Program
to get the best fuel economy
possible. U.S.: 1-800-252-1112
. Avoid fast starts and accelerate TTY Users (U.S. Only):
smoothly. 1-888-889-2438
. Brake gradually and avoid Canada: 1-800-268-6800
abrupt stops. New Buick owners are automatically
. Avoid idling the engine for long enrolled in the Roadside Assistance
periods of time. Program.
. When road and weather See Roadside Assistance
conditions are appropriate, use Program 0 295.
cruise control.
. Always follow posted speed
limits or drive more slowly when
conditions require.
. Keep vehicle tires properly
inflated.
. Combine several trips into a
single trip.
. Replace the vehicle's tires with
the same TPC Spec number
molded into the tire's sidewall
near the size.
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Keys, Doors, and Windows 25
Keys, Doors, and Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Keys and Locks
Windows Reverse Tilt Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Keys
Interior Mirrors
Keys and Locks
Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . 40
Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . 40
{ Warning
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Automatic Dimming Rearview
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Leaving children in a vehicle with
Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Windows transmitter is dangerous and
System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 children or others could be
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . 32 Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 seriously injured or killed. They
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 could operate the power windows
Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 or other controls or make the
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Roof vehicle move. The windows will
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . 34 Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 function with the RKE transmitter
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 in the vehicle, and children or
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 others could be caught in the path
Doors of a closing window. Do not leave
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 children in a vehicle with an RKE
transmitter.
Vehicle Security
Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Vehicle Alarm System . . . . . . . . . 37
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . . . 38
Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
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26 Keys, Doors, and Windows
To remove the key, press the button . Check the transmitter's battery.
on the back of the transmitter, and See “Battery Replacement” later
pull the key out. Never pull the key in this section.
out without pressing the button. . If the transmitter is still not
See your dealer if a new key is working correctly, see your
needed. dealer or a qualified technician
If locked out of the vehicle, see for service.
Roadside Assistance
Program 0 295. Remote Keyless Entry
With an active OnStar subscription, (RKE) System Operation
an OnStar Advisor may remotely The Keyless Access system allows
The key that is part of the Remote unlock the vehicle. See OnStar for vehicle entry when the
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter can Overview 0 304. transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft). See
be used for all locks. “Keyless Access Operation” later in
Remote Keyless Entry this section.
(RKE) System The RKE transmitter may work up to
See Radio Frequency 30 m (98 ft) away from the vehicle.
Statement 0 301. Other conditions, such as those
If there is a decrease in the Remote previously stated, can impact the
Keyless Entry (RKE) operating performance of the transmitter. See
range: Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System 0 26.
. Check the distance. The
transmitter may be too far from
the vehicle.
. Check the location. Other
vehicles or objects may be
blocking the signal.
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Pressing Q may also arm the turn signals flash for 30 seconds,
theft-deterrent system. See Vehicle or until 7 is pressed again or the
Alarm System 0 37. vehicle is started.
K : Press to unlock the driver door. / : If equipped, press Q and then
Press unlock again within press and hold / for several
five seconds to unlock all doors. seconds to start the engine from
The RKE transmitter can be outside the vehicle using the RKE
programmed to unlock all doors on
transmitter. See Remote Vehicle
the first button press. See Vehicle Start 0 32.
Personalization 0 130.
The hazard warning flashers will Keyless Access Operation
With Remote Start Shown flash to indicate unlocking. See The Keyless access system lets you
Vehicle Personalization 0 130. lock and unlock the doors and
The following may be available:
access the liftgate without removing
Q : Press to lock all doors and, Pressing K will disarm the
the RKE transmitter from your
if equipped, the locking fuel door. theft-deterrent system. See Vehicle pocket, purse, briefcase, etc. The
Alarm System 0 37. RKE transmitter must be within 1 m
The hazard warning flashers may
flash and/or the horn may sound on If equipped K will also unlock the (3 ft) of the door being opened. If the
the second press to indicate locking. fuel door. vehicle has this feature, there will be
See Vehicle Personalization 0 130. a button on each door handle.
7 : Press and release one time to
initiate vehicle locator. The exterior Keyless Access can be
If the driver door is open when Q is programmed to unlock all doors on
pressed and the feature is enabled lamps flash and the horn chirps
three times. the first lock/unlock press from the
through vehicle personalization, all driver door. See Vehicle
doors will lock and then the driver Press and hold 7 for at least Personalization 0 130.
door will unlock. See Vehicle three seconds to sound the panic
Personalization 0 130. alarm. The horn sounds and the
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Keyless Unlocking/Locking from . It has been more than vehicle is off and at least one
the Driver Door five seconds since the first lock/ transmitter has been removed or
When the doors are locked and the unlock button press. none remain in the vehicle.
RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) . The lock/unlock button presses If equipped with a locking fuel door,
of the driver door handle, pressing were used to unlock all doors. the fuel door will also lock at
the lock/unlock button on the driver . Any vehicle door has opened this time.
door handle will unlock the driver and all doors are now closed. If other electronic devices interfere
door. If the lock/unlock button is with the RKE transmitter signal, the
pressed again within five seconds, Keyless Unlocking/Locking from vehicle may not detect the RKE
all passenger doors will unlock. Pull the Passenger Doors transmitter inside the vehicle.
the door handle to unlatch the door. When the doors are locked and the If passive locking is enabled, the
RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of doors may lock with the RKE
the passenger door handle, transmitter inside the vehicle. Do
pressing the lock/unlock button on not leave the RKE transmitter in an
the passenger door handle will unattended vehicle.
unlock all doors.
To customize the doors to
Pressing the lock/unlock button will automatically lock when exiting the
cause all doors to lock if any of the vehicle, see Vehicle
following occur: Personalization 0 130.
. The lock/unlock button was used Temporary Disable of the Passive
to unlock all doors. Locking Feature
. Any vehicle door has opened Temporarily disable passive locking
Driver Side Shown, Passenger and all doors are now closed. by pressing and holding K on the
Side Similar interior door switch with a door open
Passive Locking
Pressing the lock/unlock button will for several seconds, or until three
If equipped with Keyless Access,
cause all doors to lock if any of the chimes are heard. Passive locking
the vehicle will lock several seconds
following occur: after all doors are closed if the
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will then remain disabled until Q on Programming Transmitters to

the interior door is pressed, or until the Vehicle
the vehicle is turned on. Only RKE transmitters programmed
Remote Left In Vehicle Alert to the vehicle will work. If a
transmitter is lost or stolen, a
When the vehicle is turned off and a replacement can be purchased and
remote is left in the vehicle, the horn programmed through your dealer.
will chirp three times after all doors The vehicle can be reprogrammed
are closed. so that lost or stolen transmitters no
To turn on or off see Vehicle longer work. Any remaining
Personalization 0 130. transmitters will need to be
reprogrammed. Each vehicle can
Keyless Liftgate Opening have up to eight transmitters 1. Place the two recognized
When the doors are locked, press matched to it. transmitters in the center
the touch pad to open the liftgate if console front cupholder.
Programming with Recognized
the RKE transmitter is within 2. Insert the vehicle key of the
Transmitters
1 m (3 ft). new transmitter into the key
A new transmitter can be lock cylinder on the outside of
Key Access programmed to the vehicle when the driver door and turn the key
To access a vehicle with a weak there are two recognized to the unlock position five times
transmitter battery, see Door transmitters. To program, the vehicle within 10 seconds.
Locks 0 33. must be off and all of the
transmitters, both currently The Driver Information Center
recognized and new, must be (DIC) displays READY FOR
with you. REMOTE #2, 3, 4 or 5.
3. Remove the two recognized
transmitters from the center
console front cupholder.
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4. Place the new transmitter in must be off and all of the The DIC display should now
the front cupholder transmitters to be programmed must show READY FOR REMOTE
5. Press ENGINE START/STOP. be with you. # 1.
When the transmitter is 1. Insert the vehicle key of the
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
6. Remove the transmitter from the unlock position five times
the transmitter pocket and within 10 seconds.
press K. The Driver Information Center
(DIC) displays REMOTE
To program additional LEARN PENDING,
transmitters, repeat Steps 4–6. 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
10 seconds to exit 4. Place the new transmitter in
and then press ENGINE the front cupholder.
programming mode. START/STOP.
5. Press ENGINE START/STOP.
Programming without Recognized The DIC will again show When the transmitter is
Transmitters REMOTE LEARN PENDING, learned, the DIC will show that
If two currently recognized PLEASE WAIT. it is ready to program the next
transmitters are not available, follow 3. Repeat Step 2 two additional transmitter.
this procedure to program up to times. After the third time, all 6. Remove the transmitter from
eight transmitters. This feature is previously known transmitters
not available in Canada. This will no longer work with the the cupholder and press K.
procedure will take approximately vehicle. Remaining transmitters To program additional
30 minutes to complete. The vehicle can be relearned during the transmitters, repeat Steps 4–6.
next steps.
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When all additional transmitters 1. Place the transmitter in the

are programmed, press and transmitter pocket with the
hold ENGINE START/STOP for buttons facing the front of the
10 seconds to exit vehicle.
programming mode. 2. With the vehicle in P (Park) or
Starting the Vehicle with a Low N (Neutral), press the brake
Transmitter Battery pedal and ENGINE
START/STOP.
If the transmitter battery is weak, the
DIC may display NO REMOTE Replace the transmitter battery
DETECTED when trying to start the as soon as possible.
vehicle. The REPLACE BATTERY Battery Replacement
IN REMOTE KEY message may 1. Press the button on the
also be displayed at this time. See Replace the battery if the REPLACE
BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY transmitter and pull the key out.
Key and Lock Messages 0 126.
message displays in the DIC. See
To start the vehicle: Key and Lock Messages 0 126.
Caution
When replacing the battery, do
not touch any of the circuitry on
the transmitter. Static from your
body could damage the
transmitter.
The battery is not rechargeable. To

replace the battery:
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2. Separate the two halves of the Remote Vehicle Start Other conditions can affect the
transmitter using a flat tool performance of the transmitter. See
inserted into the area near the The vehicle may have this feature Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
key slot. that allows you to start the engine System 0 26.
from outside the vehicle.
Starting the Vehicle
/ : This button will be on the RKE
transmitter if the vehicle has remote To start the engine using the remote
start. start feature:
The climate control system will use 1. Press and release Q.
the previous settings during a 2. Immediately after completing
remote start. The rear window
defogger may come on during a Step 1, press and hold / for at
remote start based on cold ambient least four seconds or until the
conditions. The rear window turn signal lamps flash. The
defogger indicator light does not turn signal lamps flashing
come on during a remote start. If the confirms the request to remote
vehicle has heated seats, they may start the vehicle has been
3. Remove the battery by pushing come on during a remote start. See received.
on the battery and sliding it Heated Front Seats 0 51. When the engine starts, the parking
toward the bottom of the lamps will turn on and remain on as
Laws in some local communities
transmitter. long as the engine is running. The
may restrict the use of remote
4. Insert the new battery, positive starters. For example, some laws doors will be locked and the climate
side facing the back cover. require a person using remote start control system may come on.
Push the battery down until it is to have the vehicle in view. Check The engine will continue to run for
held in place. Replace with a local regulations for any 15 minutes. After 30 seconds,
CR2032 or equivalent battery. requirements. repeat the steps if a 15-minute
5. Snap the battery cover back on extension is desired. Remote start
to the transmitter. can be extended only once.
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Extending Engine Run Time . Turn on the hazard warning Door Locks
The engine run time can also be flashers.
extended by another 15 minutes,
if during the first 15 minutes
. Turn the vehicle on and then off. { Warning
Steps 1 and 2 are repeated while Conditions in Which Remote Start Unlocked doors can be
Will Not Work
the engine is still running. An dangerous.
extension can be requested The remote vehicle start feature will . Passengers, especially
30 seconds after starting. This not operate if:
children, can easily open
provides a total of 30 minutes. . A transmitter is in the vehicle. the doors and fall out of a
The remote start can only be . The hood is not closed. moving vehicle. When a
extended once. door is locked, the handle
. The hazard warning flashers will not open it. The chance
When the remote start is extended, are on.
the second 15-minute period is of being thrown out of the
added on to the first 15 minutes for . The malfunction indicator lamp vehicle in a crash is
a total of 30 minutes. is on. increased if the doors are
not locked. So, all
A maximum of two remote starts, . The engine coolant temperature passengers should wear
or a remote start with an extension, is too high. safety belts properly and the
are allowed between ignition cycles. . The oil pressure is low. doors should be locked
The vehicle's ignition must be . whenever the vehicle is
Two remote vehicle starts, or a
changed to ON/RUN and then back driven.
single remote start with an
to OFF before the remote start extension, have already . Young children who get into
procedure can be used again. been used. unlocked vehicles may be
Canceling a Remote Start . unable to get out. A child
The vehicle is not in P (Park).
can be overcome by
To cancel a remote start, do one of extreme heat and can suffer
the following: permanent injuries or even
. Press and hold / until the (Continued)
parking lamps turn off.
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Warning (Continued)
Power Door Locks When Q is pressed on the power
door lock switch while the door is
death from heat stroke. open, a chime will sound three
Always lock the vehicle times indicating delayed locking is
whenever leaving it. active.
. Outsiders can easily enter The doors will lock automatically
through an unlocked door five seconds after all doors are
when you slow down or stop closed. If a door is reopened before
the vehicle. Locking the that time, the five-second timer will
doors can help prevent this reset when all doors are closed
from happening. again.
Press Q on the door lock switch
To lock or unlock the doors from the again or press Q on the RKE
outside: transmitter to lock the doors
. Press K or Q on the Remote
K : Press to unlock the doors. immediately.
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. Q : Press to lock the doors. This feature can also be
programmed. See Vehicle
See Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System Operation 0 26. Delayed Locking Personalization 0 130.
. Use the key in the driver door. This feature delays the locking of
the doors until five seconds after all Automatic Door Locks
Keyless Access doors are closed. The doors will lock automatically
The RKE transmitter must be within Delayed locking can only be turned when all doors are closed, the
1 m (3 ft) of the door being opened. on when the Unlocked Door ignition is on, and the vehicle is
Anti-Lockout has been turned off. shifted out of P (Park).
Press the button on the door handle
to open. See “Keyless Access To unlock the doors:
Operation” under Remote Keyless . Press K on the power door lock
Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 26.
switch.
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. Shift the transmission into Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout Manual Safety Locks
P (Park). If Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout is
Automatic door locking cannot be turned on and the vehicle is off, the
disabled. Automatic door unlocking driver door is open, and locking is
can be programmed. See Vehicle requested, all the doors will lock and
Personalization 0 130. only the driver door will unlock. The
Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout feature
Lockout Protection can be turned on or off using the
vehicle personalization menus. See
If the vehicle is in ACC/ Vehicle Personalization 0 130.
ACCESSORY or ON/RUN and the
power door lock switch is pressed
with the driver door open, all the
Safety Locks
doors will lock and only the driver The rear door safety locks prevent
door will unlock. passengers from opening the rear
doors from inside the vehicle. If equipped, the safety lock is
If the vehicle is off and locking is located on the inside edge of the
requested while a door is open, rear doors. To use the safety lock:
when all doors are closed the
vehicle will check for RKE 1. Insert the key into the safety
transmitters inside. If an RKE lock slot and turn it so the slot
transmitter is detected and the is in the horizontal position.
number of RKE transmitters inside 2. Close the door.
has not reduced, the driver door will
3. Do the same for the other
unlock and the horn will chirp three
rear door.
times.
Lockout Protection can be manually
overridden with the driver door open
by pressing and holding Q on the
power door lock switch.
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To open a rear door when the safety Doors

lock is on: Warning (Continued)
1. Unlock the door by activating Liftgate highest setting. See
the inside handle, by using the “Climate Control Systems”
power door lock switch, or by
using the Remote Keyless { Warning in the Index.
. If the vehicle is equipped
Entry (RKE) transmitter. Exhaust gases can enter the with a power liftgate, disable
2. Open the door from the vehicle if it is driven with the the power liftgate function.
outside. liftgate, hatch/trunk open, or with
For more information about
To cancel the safety lock: any objects that pass through the
carbon monoxide, see Engine
seal between the body and the
1. Unlock the door and open it Exhaust 0 174.
hatch/trunk or liftgate. Engine
from the outside. exhaust contains carbon
2. Insert the key into the safety monoxide (CO) which cannot be
lock slot and turn it so the slot seen or smelled. It can cause Caution
is in the vertical position. Do unconsciousness and even death.
the same for the other door. To avoid damage to the liftgate or
If the vehicle must be driven with
liftgate glass, make sure the area
the liftgate or hatch/trunk open:
above and behind the liftgate is
. Close all of the windows. clear before opening it.
. Fully open the air outlets on
or under the instrument To open the liftgate, press K on the
panel.
power door lock switch or press K
. Adjust the climate control on the RKE transmitter to unlock all
system to a setting that doors. See Power Door Locks 0 34
brings in only outside air and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
and set the fan speed to the System Operation 0 26.
(Continued)
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Vehicle Security Fast Flast : Vehicle is unsecured.

A door, the liftgate, or the hood
This vehicle has theft-deterrent is open.
features; however, they do not make
Slow Flash : Alarm system is
the vehicle impossible to steal.
armed.
Vehicle Alarm System Arming the Alarm System
If equipped with an anti-theft alarm 1. Turn off the vehicle.
system, the indicator light, on the 2. Lock the vehicle in one of
instrument panel near the two ways:
windshield, shows the status of the
system. . Use the RKE transmitter.
Press the touch pad below the . With a door open, press Q
license plate and lift up.
on the interior of the door.
The liftgate may also be opened
3. After 30 seconds the alarm
while the vehicle is locked by
system will arm, and the
pressing the touch pad while the
indicator light will begin to
RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of
slowly flash indicating the
the rear of the vehicle.
alarm system is operating.
To close the liftgate, push from the Pressing Q on the RKE
center to ensure that it fully latches. transmitter a second time will
bypass the 30-second delay
and immediately arm the alarm
system.
The vehicle alarm system will not
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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If any door or the hood is opened . Lock the vehicle after all The vehicle is automatically
without first unlocking with the RKE occupants have exited and all immobilized when the transmitter
transmitter, the horn will chirp and doors are closed. leaves the vehicle.
the lights will flash to indicate . Always unlock the vehicle with The immobilization system is
pre-alarm. If the vehicle is not the RKE transmitter. disarmed when the ignition button is
started, or the door is not unlocked pushed in and a valid transmitter is
by pressing K on the RKE Unlocking the driver door with the
key will not disarm the system or found in the vehicle.
transmitter during the 10-second
pre-alarm, the alarm will be turn off the alarm.
activated. How to Detect a Tamper
The alarm will also be activated if Condition
any door or the the hood is opened
without first disarming the system. If K is pressed and the horn chirps
When the alarm is activated, the and the lights flash three times, an
turn signals flash and the horn attempted break-in has occurred The security light in the instrument
sounds for about 30 seconds. The while the system was armed. cluster comes on when there is a
alarm system will then re-arm to problem with arming or disarming
monitor for the next unauthorized Immobilizer the theft-deterrent system.
event. See Radio Frequency The system has one or more
Disarming the Alarm System Statement 0 301. transmitters matched to an
immobilizer control unit in your
To disarm the alarm system or turn Immobilizer Operation vehicle. Only a correctly matched
off the alarm if it has been activated: transmitter will start the vehicle.
This vehicle has a passive
. Press K on the RKE transmitter. theft-deterrent system. If the transmitter is ever damaged,
you may not be able to start your
. Start the vehicle. The system does not have to be vehicle.
Avoid setting off the alarm by manually armed or disarmed.
When trying to start the vehicle, the
accident: security light comes on briefly when
the ignition is turned on.
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If the engine does not start and the Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors
security light stays on, there is a
problem with the system. Turn the
vehicle off and try again. Convex Mirrors
If the RKE transmitter appears to be
undamaged, try another transmitter. { Warning
Or, you may try placing the A convex mirror can make things,
transmitter in the transmitter pocket like other vehicles, look farther
in the front cupholder. See “Starting
away than they really are. If you
the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter
cut too sharply into the right lane,
Battery” under Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 26. you could hit a vehicle on the
right. Check the inside mirror or
If the engine does not start with the glance over your shoulder before
other transmitter or when the changing lanes.
transmitter is in the pocket in the To adjust the mirrors:
front cupholder, your vehicle needs
The passenger side mirror is convex 1. Turn the selector switch to L
service. See your dealer who can
shaped. A convex mirror's surface is (Left) or R (Right) to choose
service the theft-deterrent system
curved so more can be seen from the driver or passenger mirror.
and have a new transmitter
programmed to the vehicle. the driver seat. 2. Move the control to adjust the
mirror.
Do not leave the transmitter or
device that disarms or deactivates 3. Turn the selector switch to 9
the theft-deterrent system in the to deselect the mirror.
vehicle.
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Folding Mirrors The mirror(s) return to the original Interior Mirrors

position when:
Manual Folding Mirrors . The vehicle is shifted out of Interior Rearview Mirrors
These mirrors can be folded inward R (Reverse), or remains in
to prevent damage when going R (Reverse) for about Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear
through an automatic car wash. To 30 seconds. view of the area behind your
fold, pull the mirror toward the vehicle.
. The ignition is turned off.
vehicle. Push the mirror outward to If equipped with OnStar, the vehicle
return it to the original position. . The vehicle is driven in may have three control buttons at
R (Reverse) above a set speed. the bottom of the mirror. See your
Heated Mirrors To turn this feature on or off, see dealer for more information about
Vehicle Personalization 0 130. OnStar and how to subscribe to it.
This vehicle has heated mirrors:
See OnStar Overview 0 304.
1 : Press to heat the mirrors. Do not spray glass cleaner directly
See “Rear Window Defogger” under on the mirror. Use a soft towel
Climate Control Systems 0 146. dampened with water.
Reverse Tilt Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror

If equipped with memory seats, the If equipped with a manual rearview
passenger and/or driver mirror tilts mirror, push the tab forward for
to a preselected position when the daytime use and pull it for nighttime
vehicle is in R (Reverse). This use to avoid glare from the
allows the curb to be seen when headlamps from behind.
parallel parking.
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Automatic Dimming Windows The vehicle aerodynamics are

designed to improve fuel economy
Rearview Mirror performance. This may result in a
If equipped, automatic dimming { Warning pulsing sound when either rear
reduces the glare of headlamps window is down and the front
from behind. The dimming feature Never leave a child, a helpless windows are up. To reduce the
comes on when the vehicle is adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, sound, open either a front window
started. especially with the windows or the sunroof, if equipped.
closed in warm or hot weather.
They can be overcome by the Power Windows
extreme heat and suffer
permanent injuries or even death
from heat stroke. { Warning
Children could be seriously
injured or killed if caught in the
path of a closing window. Never
leave keys in a vehicle with
children. When there are children
in the rear seat, use the window
lockout button to prevent
operation of the windows. See
Keys 0 25.
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Window Lockout engage. Briefly press or pull the

same switch to stop window
movement.
Express Window Obstacle
Detection
The express-up feature will reverse
window movement if it comes in
contact with an object. Extreme cold
or ice could cause the window to
auto-reverse. The window will
operate as normal after the object or
The windows work when the vehicle condition is removed.
is in ON/RUN, ACC/ACCESSORY, Obstacle Detection Override
or when Retained Accessory Power This feature stops the rear door
(RAP) is active. See Retained
Accessory Power (RAP) 0 171.
passenger window switches from
working.
{ Warning
Press or pull the switch to open or Press v to engage the rear window If obstacle detection override is
close the window. lockout feature. The indicator light is activated, the window will not
The windows will be temporarily on when engaged. reverse automatically. You or
disabled if the window switches are others could be injured and the
used repeatedly within a short time. Press v again to disengage. window could be damaged.
Before you use obstacle detection
Window Express Movement override, make sure that all
Express-down/up allows the people and obstructions are clear
windows to be opened or closed of the window path.
without holding the window switch.
Press the window switch fully down
or pull it up, and quickly release it to
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The window can be closed by Sun Visors Roof

holding the window switch in the up
position if conditions prevent it from
express closing. Sunroof
Programming the Power
Windows
Programming may be necessary if
the vehicle's battery has been
disconnected or discharged. If the
window is unable to express-up,
follow these steps to program the Pull the sun visor down to block
window: glare. If equipped, detach the sun
To program the window: visor from the center mount to pivot
to the side window or to extend
1. Close all doors.
along the rod.
2. Place the ignition in ACC/
If equipped, there is a lighted mirror If equipped, the sunroof only
ACCESSORY or ON/RUN.
on the sun visor. Lift the cover operates when the ignition is on or
3. Partially open the window to be to open. Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is
programmed, then close it and active. See Retained Accessory
continue to pull the switch Power (RAP) 0 171.
briefly after the window has
fully closed.
4. Press the power window switch
until the window is fully open
and briefly hold.
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Slide Switch Automatic Reversal System Dirt and debris may collect on the
Express-Open/Express Close : sunroof seal or in the track. This
The sunroof/sunshade is equipped
could cause an issue with sunroof
Press and release D (1) to with an automatic reversal system
operation or noise. It could also plug
express-open the sunroof. Press that is only active when the sunroof/
the water drainage system.
and release g (1) to sunshade is being operated in
Periodically open the sunroof and
express-close mode. If an object is
express-close the sunroof. Press remove any obstacles or loose
in the path of the sunroof/sunshade
the switch again to stop the debris. Wipe the sunroof seal and
while it is express closing, the
movement. roof sealing area using a clean
reversal system will detect the
cloth, mild soap, and water. Do not
Open/Close (Manual Mode) : object and stop. In the event of
remove grease from the sunroof.
Press and hold D (1) to open the closing difficulties like frost or other
conditions, it is possible to override If water is seen dripping into the
sunroof. Press and hold g (1) to water drainage system, this is
the reversal system. To override the
close the sunroof. Release the normal.
reversal system, close in manual
switch to stop the movement.
mode. To stop the movement,
Tilt Switch release the switch.
Vent : Press and hold E (2) to vent
the sunroof. Press and hold g (2)
to close the sunroof vent.
The sunshade opens automatically
with the sunroof, but must be
manually closed.
The sunroof will not operate if the
vehicle has an electrical failure.
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Seats and Restraints 45
Seats and Safety Belt Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Replacing Safety Belt System
Replacing LATCH System Parts
After a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Restraints Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Securing Child Restraints (With
the Safety Belt in the
Airbag System Rear Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Securing Child Restraints (With
Head Restraints Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . . . 65
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 the Safety Belt in the
When Should an Airbag Front Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Front Seats Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 What Makes an Airbag
Power Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . 48 Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Lumbar Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 How Does an Airbag
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Restrain? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Memory Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 What Will You See after an
Front Seat Armrest . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Airbag Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Heated Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Passenger Sensing System . . . 69
Folding Seatback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Servicing the Airbag-Equipped
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Rear Seats Adding Equipment to the
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . . . 73
Rear Seat Armrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Airbag System Check . . . . . . . . . . 74
Replacing Airbag System Parts
Safety Belts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
How to Wear Safety Belts Child Restraints
Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Infants and Young Children . . . . 76
Safety Belt Use During Child Restraint Systems . . . . . . . 79
Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Where to Put the Restraint . . . . . 80
Safety Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Lower Anchors and Tethers for
Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . 62 Children (LATCH System) . . . . 81
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46 Seats and Restraints
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 When an occupant is in the seat, Front Seats

always return the head restraint to
The rear seats have head restraints
the upright position. Pull the head
in the outboard seating positions
restraint up and push it rearward Seat Adjustment
that can be lowered for better
until it locks into place. Push and
visibility when the rear seat is
unoccupied.
pull on the head restraint to make { Warning
sure that it is locked.
You can lose control of the
If you are installing a child restraint vehicle if you try to adjust a driver
in the rear seat, see “Securing a
seat while the vehicle is moving.
Child Restraint Designed for the
Adjust the driver seat only when
LATCH System” under Lower
Anchors and Tethers for Children the vehicle is not moving.
(LATCH System) 0 81.
To lower the head restraint, press

the button, located on the top of the
seatback, and push the head
restraint down.
To adjust a manual seat:

1. Pull the handle at the front of
the seat.
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2. Slide the seat to the desired . Raise or lower the entire seat by Reclining Seatbacks
position and release the moving the rear of the control up
handle. or down.
3. Try to move the seat back and To adjust the seatback, see
{ Warning
forth to be sure it is locked in Reclining Seatbacks 0 48. If either seatback is not locked, it
place. To adjust the lumbar support, see could move forward in a sudden
Lumbar Adjustment 0 48. stop or crash. That could cause
Power Seat Adjustment injury to the person sitting there.
Lumbar Adjustment Always push and pull on the
seatbacks to be sure they are
locked.
To adjust a power seat:

. Move the seat forward or If available, press the front or rear of
rearward by sliding the control the switch to increase or decrease
forward or rearward. lumbar support. Release the switch Manual Seat Shown, Power Seat
when the desired level of support is Similar
. Raise or lower the front part of
the seat cushion by moving the reached.
front of the control up or down.
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To recline the seatback:

1. Lift the lever.
{ Warning
If necessary, move the safety Sitting in a reclined position when
belt out of the way to access the vehicle is in motion can be
the lever. dangerous. Even when buckled
up, the safety belts cannot do
2. Move the seatback to the
their job.
desired position, then release
the lever to lock the seatback The shoulder belt will not be
in place. against your body. Instead, it will
3. Push and pull on the seatback be in front of you. In a crash, you
to make sure it is locked. could go into it, receiving neck or
other injuries. Do not have a seatback reclined if
To return the seatback to an upright
The lap belt could go up over the vehicle is moving.
position:
your abdomen. The belt forces
1. Lift the lever fully without
would be there, not at your pelvic Memory Seats
applying pressure to the
bones. This could cause serious
seatback, and the seatback
returns to the upright position. internal injuries.
2. Push and pull on the seatback For proper protection when the
to make sure it is locked. vehicle is in motion, have the
seatback upright. Then sit well
back in the seat and wear the
safety belt properly.
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If equipped, the MEM, 1, and 2 3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for a Recalling RKE Memory Positions
buttons on the outboard side of the second driver using 2. The RKE memory feature can recall
driver seat are used to manually the driver seat and outside mirrors
save and recall the driver seat and Recalling Button Memory
Positions to previously stored RKE Memory
outside mirror positions. These positions when entering the vehicle.
manually stored positions are To recall the Button Memory
referred to as Button Memory positions, press and hold 1 or 2. The Every time the ignition is placed in
positions. driver seat and outside mirrors OFF, the positions of the driver seat
move to the positions stored to and outside mirrors are
The vehicle will also automatically automatically stored to the RKE
those buttons when pressed.
save driver seat and outside mirror transmitter that was used to start
Releasing 1 or 2 before the stored
positions to the current driver the vehicle. These positions and
positions are reached stops the
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) settings are called RKE Memory
recall.
transmitter when the ignition is positions and may be different than
placed in OFF. These automatically If something has blocked the driver the previously mentioned Button
stored positions are referred to as seat while recalling a memory Memory positions saved to the
RKE Memory positions. See position, the recall may stop. 1 or 2 buttons.
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Remove the obstruction; then press
System Operation 0 26. and hold the appropriate manual . On vehicles with RKE, press K
control for the memory item that is on the RKE transmitter and open
Storing Button Memory Positions not recalling for two seconds. Try the driver door.
To save positions into Button recalling the memory position again
. On vehicles with Keyless
Memory: by pressing the appropriate memory
button. If the memory position is still Access, press the lock/unlock
1. Adjust the driver seat and button on the outside driver door
outside mirrors to the desired not recalling, see your dealer for
service. handle and open the door. The
driving positions. RKE transmitter must be present
2. Press and hold MEM (Memory) for the recall to activate.
and 1 at the same time until a . If the driver door is already
beep sounds. open, press K on the RKE
transmitter to activate the recall.
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This feature is turned on or off using This feature is turned on or off using Front Seat Armrest
the vehicle personalization menu. the vehicle personalization menu.
See Vehicle Personalization 0 130. See Vehicle Personalization 0 130.
To stop recall movement, press one To stop recall movement, press one
of the memory, power mirror, of the memory or power seat
or power seat controls. controls.
If something has blocked the driver If something has blocked the driver
seat while recalling a memory seat while recalling the exit position,
position, the recall may stop. the recall may stop. Remove the
Remove the obstruction; then press obstruction; then press and hold the
and hold the appropriate manual power seat control rearward for
control for the memory item that is two seconds. Try recalling the exit
not recalling for two seconds. Try position again. If the exit position is
recalling the memory position again still not recalling, see your dealer for
by opening the driver door and service. There is an armrest on the inboard
pressing the RKE transmitter K side of the driver seat. To raise or
button. If the memory position is still lower the armrest, push up or pull
not recalling, see your dealer for down on the armrest.
service.
Heated Front Seats
Easy Exit Driver Seat
This feature moves the seat
rearward allowing the driver more
{ Warning
room to exit the vehicle. If you cannot feel temperature
To activate, place the ignition in change or pain to the skin, the
OFF and open the driver door. If the seat heater may cause burns. To
driver door is already open, placing reduce the risk of burns, people
the ignition in OFF will activate the (Continued)
recall.
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If equipped, the controls are on the The temperature performance of an

Warning (Continued) climate control panel. The engine unoccupied seat may be reduced.
must be running to operate the This is normal.
with such a condition should use heated seats.
care when using the seat heater, The heated seats will not turn on
especially for long periods of Press M or L to heat the driver or during a remote start unless the
time. Do not place anything on passenger seat cushion and heated seat feature is enabled in
the seat that insulates against seatback. the vehicle personalization menu.
heat, such as a blanket, cushion, See Remote Vehicle Start 0 32 and
Press the control once for the Vehicle Personalization 0 130.
cover, or similar item. This may highest setting. With each press of
cause the seat heater to the control, the heated seat will
overheat. An overheated seat change to the next lower setting,
Folding Seatback
heater may cause a burn or may and then the off setting. Three lights The front passenger seatback
damage the seat. indicate the highest setting and one folds flat.
light the lowest.
The passenger seat may take { Warning
longer to heat up.
If you fold the seatback forward to
Remote Start Heated Seats carry longer objects, such as skis,
When it is cold outside, the heated be sure any such cargo is not
seats can be turned on near an airbag. In a crash, an
automatically during a remote inflating airbag might force that
vehicle start. The heated seats will object toward a person. This
be canceled when the ignition is could cause severe injury or even
turned on. Press the heated seat death. Secure objects away from
controls to use the heated seats the area in which an airbag would
after the vehicle is started. inflate. For more information, see
The heated seat indicator lights on Where Are the Airbags? 0 65 and
the control do not turn on during a Vehicle Load Limits 0 163.
remote start.
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3. Lift the lever fully and fold the Rear Seats

{ Warning seatback forward.
Things you put on this seatback If necessary, move the safety Folding the Seatback
can strike and injure people in a belt out of the way to access Either side of the seatback can be
sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. the lever. folded down for more cargo space.
Remove or secure all items 4. Continue lowering the seatback Fold a seatback only when the
before driving. until it is completely folded and vehicle is not moving.
locks in place.
To fold the seatback: To raise the seatback: Caution
1. Lower the head restraint all the 1. Lift the lever fully to unlock the Folding a rear seat with the safety
way. See Head seatback. Then, raise the belts still fastened may cause
Restraints 0 46. seatback and push it rearward damage to the seat or the safety
until it re-engages. belts. Always unbuckle the safety
2. Move the seat as far back as
possible. See Seat 2. Push and pull on the seatback belts and return them to their
Adjustment 0 47. to make sure it is locked in normal stowed position before
place. folding a rear seat.
{ Warning
If either seatback is not locked, it Caution
could move forward in a sudden Folding the rear seatback prior to
stop or crash. That could cause tilting the seat cushion forward
injury to the person sitting there. may damage the rear seat.
Always push and pull on the Always tilt the rear seat cushion
seatbacks to be sure they are forward before folding the
locked. seatback.
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To fold a seatback down: The seat cushion must be tilted

1. Make sure the floor area in forward before the seatback is
front of the rear seats is clear. folded down. Otherwise, the
seatback will not fold down
2. Fully lower the head restraint. properly.
See Head Restraints 0 46.
3. Slide the front seats forward
and place the front seatbacks
in the upright position. See
Seat Adjustment 0 47 and
Reclining Seatbacks 0 48.
6. Reach under the belt and pull

the lever on top of the seatback
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.
4. Pull the strap on the front edge

of the rear seat cushion to
release the cushion. Tilt the
seat cushion forward toward
the front of the vehicle.
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Raising the Seatback
{ Warning
If either seatback is not locked, it
could move forward in a sudden
stop or crash. That could cause
injury to the person sitting there.
Always push and pull on the
seatbacks to be sure they are
locked.
7. Fold the seatback forward Safety Belt Clip on Side Trim

and down. 8. Place the outboard safety belt
in the safety belt clip (if
{ Warning
equipped) on the side trim of A safety belt that is improperly
the vehicle. routed, not properly attached,
9. Repeat Steps 1–8 for the other or twisted will not provide the
seatback and seat cushion, protection needed in a crash. The
if desired. person wearing the belt could be
seriously injured. After raising the
rear seatback, always check to be
sure that the safety belts are
properly routed and attached, and
are not twisted.
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To return the rear seatback to the The center rear safety belt may Rear Seat Armrest
normal seating position: lock when you raise the
seatback. If this happens, let
the belt go back all the way
and start again. If the safety
belt is still locked, try again
after pulling the seat
cushion out.
3. Push and pull the top of the
seatback to be sure it is locked
into position.
4. Return the seat cushion to its
original position and push
down on the front part of the
Safety Belt Clip on Side Trim seat cushion until it latches. The rear seat has an armrest in the
1. Remove the outboard safety Make sure the safety belts and center of the seatback. Lower the
belt from the safety belt clip (if safety belt buckles are not armrest to access the cupholders.
equipped) on the side trim of trapped under the seat cushion To fold, lift the armrest up and push
the vehicle. and are properly positioned it rearward until it is flush with the
2. Lift the seatback and push it for use. seatback.
rearward to lock it in place. 5. Repeat Steps 1–4 for the other
A tab near the seatback lever seatback and seat cushion,
retracts when the seatback is if necessary.
locked in place.
If additional cargo space is not
Make sure the safety belts are needed, the seatbacks should be
not pinched by the seatback kept in the upright, locked position.
locking mechanism.
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Safety Belts Warning (Continued)

When riding in a vehicle, you travel
as fast as the vehicle does. If the
This section describes how to use vehicle stops suddenly, you keep
safety belts properly, and some passengers to ride in any area of going until something stops you.
things not to do. the vehicle that is not equipped It could be the windshield, the
with seats and safety belts. instrument panel, or the safety belts!
{ Warning Always wear a safety belt, and When you wear a safety belt, you
check that all passenger(s) are and the vehicle slow down together.
Do not let anyone ride where a restrained properly too. There is more time to stop because
safety belt cannot be worn you stop over a longer distance and,
properly. In a crash, if you or your when worn properly, your strongest
passenger(s) are not wearing This vehicle has indicators as a
reminder to buckle the safety belts. bones take the forces from the
safety belts, injuries can be much safety belts. That is why wearing
See Safety Belt Reminders 0 111.
worse than if you are wearing safety belts makes such good
safety belts. You can be seriously Why Safety Belts Work sense.
injured or killed by hitting things
inside the vehicle harder or by Questions and Answers About
being ejected from the vehicle. In Safety Belts
addition, anyone who is not Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle
buckled up can strike other after a crash if I am wearing a
passengers in the vehicle. safety belt?
It is extremely dangerous to ride A: You could be — whether you are
in a cargo area, inside or outside wearing a safety belt or not.
of a vehicle. In a collision, Your chance of being conscious
passengers riding in these areas during and after a crash, so you
are more likely to be seriously can unbuckle and get out, is
injured or killed. Do not allow much greater if you are belted.
(Continued)
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Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why It is very important for all occupants pelvic bones and you would be
should I have to wear safety to buckle up. Statistics show that less likely to slide under the lap
belts? unbelted people are hurt more often belt. If you slid under it, the belt
A: Airbags are supplemental in crashes than those who are would apply force on your
systems only. They work with wearing safety belts. abdomen. This could cause
safety belts — not instead of There are important things to know serious or even fatal injuries.
them. Whether or not an airbag about wearing a safety belt properly. . Wear the shoulder belt over the
is provided, all occupants still shoulder and across the chest.
have to buckle up to get the These parts of the body are best
most protection. able to take belt restraining
Also, in nearly all states and in forces. The shoulder belt locks if
all Canadian provinces, the law there is a sudden stop or crash.
requires wearing safety belts.
{ Warning
How to Wear Safety Belts
You can be seriously injured,
Properly or even killed, by not wearing
This section is only for people of your safety belt properly.
adult size. . Never allow the lap or
There are special things to know shoulder belt to become
about safety belts and children, and . Sit up straight and always keep loose or twisted.
there are different rules for smaller your feet on the floor in front
of you. . Never wear the shoulder
children and infants. If a child will be belt under both arms or
riding in the vehicle, see Older . Always use the correct buckle behind your back.
Children 0 75 or Infants and Young for your seating position.
Children 0 76. Follow those rules for . Never route the lap or
. Wear the lap part of the belt low shoulder belt over an
everyone's protection.
and snug on the hips, just armrest.
touching the thighs. In a crash,
this applies force to the strong
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Lap-Shoulder Belt The lap-shoulder belt may lock

if you pull the belt across you
All seating positions in the vehicle very quickly. If this happens, let
have a lap-shoulder belt. the belt go back slightly to
The following instructions explain unlock it. Then pull the belt
how to wear a lap-shoulder belt across you more slowly.
properly. If the shoulder portion of a
1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is passenger belt is pulled out all
adjustable, so you can sit up the way, the child restraint
straight. To see how, see locking feature may be
“Seats” in the Index. engaged. If this happens, let
the belt go back all the way
and start again. 3. Push the latch plate into the
The rear center safety belt can buckle until it clicks.
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 61.
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
2. Pick up the latch plate and pull height adjuster, move it to the
the belt across you. Do not let height that is right for you. See
it get twisted. “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
on the buckle. The belt should could reduce the effectiveness of
return to its stowed position. the safety belt in a crash. See How
Always stow the safety belt slowly. to Wear Safety Belts Properly 0 58.
If the safety belt webbing returns
quickly to the stowed position, the
retractor may lock and cannot be
pulled out. If this happens, pull the
safety belt straight out firmly to
unlock the webbing, and then
release it. If the webbing is still
locked in the retractor, see your
5. To make the lap part tight, pull dealer.
up on the shoulder belt. Before a door is closed, be sure the
safety belt is out of the way. If a
door is slammed against a safety
belt, damage can occur to both the
safety belt and the vehicle. To move the shoulder belt height
adjuster down, push down on the
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster release button and move the height
The vehicle has a shoulder belt adjuster to the desired position. You
height adjuster for the driver and can move the height adjuster up by
front outboard passenger seating pushing up on the shoulder belt
positions. guide.
Adjust the height so the shoulder After the adjuster is set to the
portion of the belt is on the shoulder desired position, try to move it down
but not falling off of it. The belt without pushing the release button
should be close to but not to make sure it has locked into
contacting the neck. Improper position.
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Safety Belt Pretensioners Rear Safety Belt Comfort

This vehicle has safety belt Guides
pretensioners for the front outboard Rear safety belt comfort guides may
occupants. Although the safety belt provide added safety belt comfort
pretensioners cannot be seen, they for older children who have
are part of the safety belt assembly. outgrown booster seats and for
They can help tighten the safety some adults. When installed on a
belts during the early stages of a shoulder belt, the comfort guide
moderate to severe frontal, near positions the belt away from the
frontal, or rear crash if the threshold neck and head.
conditions for pretensioner
Comfort guides are available
activation are met. Safety belt
through your dealer for the rear
pretensioners can also help tighten A pregnant woman should wear a
outboard seating positions.
the safety belts in a side crash or a lap-shoulder belt, and the lap
Instructions are included with the
rollover event. portion should be worn as low as
guide.
Pretensioners work only once. If the possible, below the rounding,
pretensioners activate in a crash, throughout the pregnancy.
Safety Belt Use During
the pretensioners and probably The best way to protect the fetus is
other parts of the vehicle's safety Pregnancy to protect the mother. When a safety
belt system will need to be replaced. Safety belts work for everyone, belt is worn properly, it is more likely
See Replacing Safety Belt System including pregnant women. Like all that the fetus will not be hurt in a
Parts after a Crash 0 62. occupants, they are more likely to crash. For pregnant women, as for
Do not sit on the outboard safety be seriously injured if they do not anyone, the key to making safety
belt while entering or exiting the wear safety belts. belts effective is wearing them
vehicle or at any time while sitting in properly.
the seat. Sitting on the safety belt
can damage the webbing and Safety Belt Extender
hardware. If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten
around you, you should use it.
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But if a safety belt is not long Make sure the safety belt reminder dust or debris in the mechanism.
enough, your dealer will order you light is working. See Safety Belt If dust or debris exists in the system
an extender. When you go in to Reminders 0 111. please see the dealer. Parts may
order it, take the heaviest coat you Keep safety belts clean and dry. need to be replaced to ensure
will wear, so the extender will be See Safety Belt Care 0 62. proper functionality of the system.
long enough for you. To help avoid
personal injury, do not let someone
Safety Belt Care Replacing Safety Belt
else use it, and use it only for the
seat it is made to fit. The extender
System Parts after a
Keep belts clean and dry.
has been designed for adults. Never Crash
use it for securing child restraints.
To wear it, attach it to the regular
{ Warning { Warning
safety belt. For more information, Do not bleach or dye safety belt
see the instruction sheet that comes webbing. It may severely weaken A crash can damage the safety
with the extender. the webbing. In a crash, they belt system in the vehicle.
might not be able to provide A damaged safety belt system
Safety System Check adequate protection. Clean and may not properly protect the
rinse safety belt webbing only person using it, resulting in
Check that the safety belt reminder,
safety belts, buckles, latch plates, with mild soap and lukewarm serious injury or even death in a
and retractors, are all working water. Allow the webbing to dry. crash. To help make sure the
properly. Look for any other loose or safety belt systems are working
damaged safety belt system parts properly after a crash, have them
Safety belts should be properly inspected and any necessary
that might keep a safety belt system cared for and maintained.
from performing properly. See your replacements made as soon as
dealer to have it repaired. Torn or Safety belt hardware should be kept possible.
frayed safety belts may not protect dry and free of dust or debris. As
you in a crash. They can rip apart necessary exterior hard surfaces
under impact forces. If a belt is torn and safety belt webbing may be
or frayed, have it replaced lightly cleaned with mild soap and
immediately. water. Ensure there is not excessive
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After a minor crash, replacement of .

safety belts may not be necessary.
Airbag System Seat-mounted side impact
airbags for the second row
But the safety belt assemblies that The vehicle has the following outboard passengers.
were used during any crash may airbags:
All vehicle airbags have the word
have been stressed or damaged. . A frontal airbag for the driver. AIRBAG on the trim or on a label
See your dealer to have the safety near the deployment opening.
belt assemblies inspected or . A frontal airbag for the front
replaced. outboard passenger. For frontal airbags, the word
. A seat-mounted side impact AIRBAG is on the center of the
New parts and repairs may be steering wheel for the driver and on
necessary even if the safety belt airbag for the driver.
the instrument panel for the front
system was not being used at the . A seat-mounted side impact outboard passenger.
time of the crash. airbag for the front outboard
passenger. For knee airbags, the word AIRBAG
Have the safety belt pretensioners is on the lower part of the
checked if the vehicle has been in a . A roof-rail airbag for the driver instrument panel.
crash, or if the airbag readiness light and the passenger seated
stays on after you start the vehicle directly behind the driver. For seat-mounted side impact
or while you are driving. See Airbag airbags, the word AIRBAG is on the
Readiness Light 0 111. . A roof-rail airbag for the front side of the seatback closest to
outboard passenger and the the door.
passenger seated directly
behind the front outboard For roof-rail airbags, the word
passenger. AIRBAG is on the ceiling or trim.
The vehicle may have the following Airbags are designed to supplement
airbags: the protection provided by safety
belts. Even though today's airbags
. A knee airbag for the driver. are also designed to help reduce
. A knee airbag for the front the risk of injury from the force of an
outboard passenger. inflating bag, all airbags must inflate
very quickly to do their job.
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Here are the most important things

to know about the airbag system: { Warning { Warning
Because airbags inflate with great Children who are up against,
{ Warning force and faster than the blink of or very close to, any airbag when
You can be severely injured or an eye, anyone who is up it inflates can be seriously injured
killed in a crash if you are not against, or very close to any or killed. Always secure children
wearing your safety belt, even airbag when it inflates can be properly in the vehicle. To read
with airbags. Airbags are seriously injured or killed. Do not how, see Older Children 0 75 or
designed to work with safety sit unnecessarily close to any Infants and Young Children 0 76.
belts, not replace them. Also, airbag, as you would be if sitting
airbags are not designed to inflate on the edge of the seat or leaning
in every crash. In some crashes forward. Safety belts help keep
safety belts are the only restraint. you in position before and during
See When Should an Airbag a crash. Always wear a safety
Inflate? 0 66. belt, even with airbags. The driver
should sit as far back as possible
Wearing your safety belt during a while still maintaining control of
crash helps reduce your chance the vehicle. The safety belts and There is an airbag readiness light
of hitting things inside the vehicle the front outboard passenger on the instrument cluster which
or being ejected from it. Airbags airbags are most effective when shows the airbag symbol. The
are “supplemental restraints” to you are sitting well back and system checks the airbag electrical
the safety belts. Everyone in the upright in the seat with both feet system for malfunctions. The light
vehicle should wear a safety belt on the floor. tells you if there is an electrical
properly, whether or not there is problem. See Airbag Readiness
an airbag for that person. Occupants should not lean on or Light 0 111 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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Where Are the Airbags?
The driver knee airbag (if equipped) Driver Side Shown, Passenger
is below the steering column. The Side Similar
The driver frontal airbag is in the front outboard passenger knee The seat-mounted side impact
center of the steering wheel. airbag (if equipped) is below the airbags for the driver and front
glove box. outboard passenger are in the side
The front outboard passenger
of the seatbacks closest to the door.
frontal airbag is in the passenger
side instrument panel. The roof-rail airbags for the driver,
front outboard passenger, and
second row outboard passengers
are in the ceiling above the side
windows.
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predict how severe a crash is likely

Warning (Continued) to be in time for the airbags to
inflate and help restrain the
clear. Do not put anything occupants. The vehicle has
between an occupant and an electronic sensors that help the
airbag, and do not attach or put airbag system determine the
anything on the steering wheel severity of the impact. Deployment
hub or on or near any other thresholds can vary with specific
airbag covering. vehicle design.
Do not use seat accessories that Frontal airbags are designed to
block the inflation path of a inflate in moderate to severe frontal
seat-mounted side impact airbag. or near frontal crashes to help
Rear Seat Driver Side Shown, reduce the potential for severe
Never secure anything to the roof
Passenger Side Similar injuries, mainly to the driver's or
of a vehicle with roof-rail airbags
front outboard passenger's head
On vehicles with second row by routing a rope or tie‐down and chest.
seat-mounted side impact airbags, through any door or window
they are in the side of the seatback opening. If you do, the path of an Whether the frontal airbags will or
closest to the door. inflating roof-rail airbag will be should inflate is not based primarily
blocked. on how fast the vehicle is traveling.
{ Warning It depends on what is hit, the
direction of the impact, and how
If something is between an When Should an Airbag quickly the vehicle slows down.
occupant and an airbag, the Inflate? Frontal airbags may inflate at
airbag might not inflate properly different crash speeds depending on
or it might force the object into This vehicle is equipped with
whether the vehicle hits an object
that person causing severe injury airbags. See Airbag System 0 63.
straight on or at an angle, and
Airbags are designed to inflate if the
or even death. The path of an whether the object is fixed or
impact exceeds the specific airbag
inflating airbag must be kept moving, rigid or deformable, narrow
system's deployment threshold.
(Continued) or wide.
Deployment thresholds are used to
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Frontal airbags are not intended to Roof-rail airbags are designed to For airbag locations, see Where Are
inflate during vehicle rollovers, in inflate in moderate to severe side the Airbags? 0 65.
rear impacts, or in many side crashes depending on the location
impacts. of the impact. In addition, these How Does an Airbag
roof-rail airbags are designed to
In addition, the vehicle has
inflate during a rollover or in a
Restrain?
advanced technology frontal
severe frontal impact. Roof-rail In moderate to severe frontal or
airbags. Advanced technology
airbags are not designed to inflate in near frontal collisions, even belted
frontal airbags adjust the restraint
rear impacts. Both roof-rail airbags occupants can contact the steering
according to crash severity.
will inflate when either side of the wheel or the instrument panel. In
Knee airbags (if equipped) are vehicle is struck, if the sensing moderate to severe side collisions,
designed to inflate in moderate to system predicts that the vehicle is even belted occupants can contact
severe frontal or near frontal about to roll over on its side, or in a the inside of the vehicle.
impacts. Knee airbags are not severe frontal impact. Airbags supplement the protection
designed to inflate during vehicle
In any particular crash, no one can provided by safety belts by
rollovers, in rear impacts, or in many
say whether an airbag should have distributing the force of the impact
side impacts.
inflated simply because of the more evenly over the
Seat-mounted side impact airbags vehicle damage or repair costs. occupant's body.
are designed to inflate in moderate
Rollover capable roof-rail airbags
to severe side crashes depending What Makes an Airbag are designed to help contain the
on the location of the impact.
Seat-mounted side impact airbags Inflate? head and chest of occupants in the
outboard seating positions in the
are not designed to inflate in frontal In a deployment event, the sensing first and second rows. The rollover
impacts, near frontal impacts, system sends an electrical signal capable roof-rail airbags are
rollovers, or rear impacts. triggering a release of gas from the designed to help reduce the risk of
A seat-mounted side impact airbag inflator. Gas from the inflator fills the full or partial ejection in rollover
is designed to inflate on the side of airbag causing the bag to break out events, although no system can
the vehicle that is struck. of the cover. The inflator, the airbag, prevent all such ejections.
and related hardware are all part of
the airbag module.
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But airbags would not help in many prevent the driver from seeing out of The feature may also activate,
types of collisions, primarily the windshield or being able to steer without airbag inflation, after an
because the occupant's motion is the vehicle, nor does it prevent event that exceeds a predetermined
not toward those airbags. See When people from leaving the vehicle. threshold. You can lock the doors,
Should an Airbag Inflate? 0 66. and turn off the interior lamps and
Airbags should never be regarded { Warning hazard warning flashers by using
the controls for those features.
as anything more than a supplement
to safety belts. When an airbag inflates, there
may be dust in the air. This dust { Warning
What Will You See after could cause breathing problems
for people with a history of A crash severe enough to inflate
an Airbag Inflates? asthma or other breathing trouble. the airbags may have also
After the frontal, knee (if equipped), To avoid this, everyone in the damaged important functions in
and seat-mounted side impact vehicle should get out as soon as the vehicle, such as the fuel
airbags inflate, they quickly deflate, it is safe to do so. If you have system, brake and steering
so quickly that some people may breathing problems but cannot systems, etc. Even if the vehicle
not even realize an airbag inflated. get out of the vehicle after an appears to be drivable after a
Roof-rail airbags may still be at least airbag inflates, then get fresh air moderate crash, there may be
partially inflated for some time after by opening a window or a door. concealed damage that could
they inflate. Some components of If you experience breathing make it difficult to safely operate
the airbag module may be hot for problems following an airbag the vehicle.
several minutes. For location of the deployment, you should seek
airbags, see Where Are the Use caution if you should attempt
medical attention. to restart the engine after a crash
Airbags? 0 65.
has occurred.
The parts of the airbag that come
The vehicle has a feature that may
into contact with you may be warm,
automatically unlock the doors, turn In many crashes severe enough to
but not too hot to touch. There may
on the interior lamps and hazard inflate the airbag, windshields are
be some smoke and dust coming
warning flashers, and shut off the broken by vehicle deformation.
from the vents in the deflated
fuel system after the airbags inflate.
airbags. Airbag inflation does not
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Additional windshield breakage may Passenger Sensing on or off, will be visible. See
also occur from the front outboard Passenger Airbag Status
passenger airbag.
System Indicator 0 112.
. Airbags are designed to inflate The vehicle has a passenger The passenger sensing system
only once. After an airbag sensing system for the front turns off the front outboard
inflates, you will need some new outboard passenger position. The passenger frontal airbag and knee
parts for the airbag system. passenger airbag status indicator airbag (if equipped) under certain
If you do not get them, the will light on the instrument panel conditions. No other airbag is
airbag system will not be there when the vehicle is started. affected by the passenger sensing
to help protect you in another system.
crash. A new system will include The passenger sensing system
airbag modules and possibly works with sensors that are part of
other parts. The service manual the front outboard passenger seat.
for the vehicle covers the need The sensors are designed to detect
to replace other parts. the presence of a properly seated
. The vehicle has a crash sensing United States occupant and determine if the front
and diagnostic module which outboard passenger frontal airbag
records information after a and knee airbag (if equipped)
crash. See Vehicle Data should be allowed to inflate or not.
Recording and Privacy 0 302 According to accident statistics,
and Event Data children are safer when properly
Recorders 0 302. secured in a rear seat in the correct
. Let only qualified technicians child restraint for their weight
Canada and Mexico
work on the airbag systems. and size.
Improper service can mean that The words ON and OFF, or the
symbol for on and off, will be visible Whenever possible, children age
an airbag system will not work 12 and under should be secured in
properly. See your dealer for during the system check. When the
system check is complete, either the a rear seating position.
service.
word ON or OFF, or the symbol for
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Never put a rear-facing child seat in . The system determines that a

the front. This is because the risk to Warning (Continued) small child is present in a
the rear-facing child is so great, booster seat.
if the airbag inflates. Never put a rear-facing child
restraint in the front seat, even if . A front outboard passenger
the airbag is off. If securing a takes his/her weight off of the
{ Warning forward-facing child restraint in seat for a period of time.
A child in a rear-facing child the front outboard passenger . A front outboard passenger seat
restraint can be seriously injured seat, always move the seat as far is occupied by a smaller person,
or killed if the passenger frontal back as it will go. It is better to such as a child who has
airbag inflates. This is because secure child restraints in the rear outgrown child restraints.
the back of the rear-facing child seat. Consider using another . There is a critical problem with
restraint would be very close to vehicle to transport the child the airbag system or the
the inflating airbag. A child in a when a rear seat is not available. passenger sensing system.
forward-facing child restraint can When the passenger sensing
be seriously injured or killed if the The passenger sensing system is system has turned off the front
passenger frontal airbag inflates designed to turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag
and the passenger seat is in a outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag (if equipped), the
forward position. and knee airbag (if equipped) if: off indicator will light and stay lit as
Even if the passenger sensing . The front outboard passenger a reminder that the airbags are off.
seat is unoccupied. See Passenger Airbag Status
system has turned off the front
Indicator 0 112.
outboard passenger airbag(s), no . The system determines that an
system is fail-safe. No one can infant is present in a rear-facing The passenger sensing system is
guarantee that an airbag will not infant seat. designed to turn on the front
deploy under some unusual outboard passenger frontal airbag
. The system determines that a and knee airbag (if equipped)
circumstance, even though the
small child is present in a child anytime the system senses that a
airbag(s) are off. restraint. person of adult size is sitting
(Continued) properly in the front outboard
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passenger seat. When the 5. If, after reinstalling the child

passenger sensing system has Warning (Continued) restraint and restarting the
allowed the airbags to be enabled, vehicle, the on indicator is still
the on indicator will light and stay lit away. See Airbag Readiness lit, turn the vehicle off. Then
as a reminder that the airbags are Light 0 111 for more information, slightly recline the vehicle
active. including important safety seatback and adjust the seat
information. cushion, if adjustable, to make
For some children who have
outgrown child restraints and for sure that the vehicle seatback
very small adults, the passenger If the On Indicator Is Lit for a is not pushing the child
sensing system may or may not turn Child Restraint restraint into the seat cushion.
off the front outboard passenger Also make sure the child
If a child restraint has been installed restraint is not trapped under
frontal airbag and knee airbag (if
and the on indicator is lit: the vehicle head restraint.
equipped), depending upon the
person's seating posture and body 1. Turn the vehicle off. If this happens, adjust the head
build. Everyone in the vehicle who restraint. See Head
2. Remove the child restraint from Restraints 0 46.
has outgrown child restraints should the vehicle.
wear a safety belt properly — 6. Restart the vehicle.
whether or not there is an airbag for 3. Remove any additional items
from the seat such as blankets, If the on indicator is still lit, secure
that person. the child in the child restraint in a
cushions, seat covers, seat
heaters, or seat massagers. rear seat position in the vehicle, and
{ Warning check with your dealer.
4. Reinstall the child restraint
If the airbag readiness light ever following the directions
comes on and stays on, it means provided by the child restraint
that something may be wrong manufacturer and refer to
with the airbag system. To help Securing Child Restraints (With
avoid injury to yourself or others, the Safety Belt in the Front
have the vehicle serviced right Seat) 0 91 or Securing Child
Restraints (With the Safety Belt
(Continued)
in the Rear Seat) 0 88.
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If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an 2. Remove any additional material

Adult-Sized Occupant from the seat, such as Warning (Continued)
blankets, cushions, seat
covers, seat heaters, or seat ride in the front outboard
massagers. passenger seat, if the passenger
airbag off indicator is lit.
3. Place the seatback in the fully
upright position.
Additional Factors Affecting
4. Have the person sit upright in
the seat, centered on the seat
System Operation
cushion, with legs comfortably Safety belts help keep the
extended. passenger in position on the seat
5. Restart the vehicle and have during vehicle maneuvers and
the person remain in this braking, which helps the passenger
position for two to sensing system maintain the
three minutes after the on passenger airbag status. See
If a person of adult size is sitting in “Safety Belts” and “Child Restraints”
indicator is lit.
the front outboard passenger seat, in the Index for additional
but the off indicator is lit, it could be information about the importance of
because that person is not sitting { Warning proper restraint use.
properly in the seat. Use the A thick layer of additional material,
following steps to allow the system If the front outboard passenger
airbag is turned off for an such as a blanket or cushion,
to detect that person and enable the or aftermarket equipment such as
front outboard passenger frontal adult-sized occupant, the airbag
will not be able to inflate and help seat covers, seat heaters, and seat
airbag and knee airbag (if massagers can affect how well the
equipped): protect that person in a crash,
resulting in an increased risk of passenger sensing system
1. Turn the vehicle off. serious injury or even death. An operates. We recommend that you
not use seat covers or other
adult-sized occupant should not
aftermarket equipment except when
(Continued) approved by GM for your specific
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vehicle. See Adding Equipment to dealer and the service manual have from working properly. The
the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 73 information about servicing the operation of the airbag system can
for more information about vehicle and the airbag system. To also be affected by changing any
modifications that can affect how purchase a service manual, see parts of the front seats, safety belts,
the system operates. Service Publications Ordering airbag sensing and diagnostic
The on indicator may be lit if an Information 0 300. module, steering wheel, instrument
object, such as a briefcase, panel, any of the airbag modules,
handbag, grocery bag, laptop, { Warning ceiling or pillar garnish trim,
overhead console, front sensors,
or other electronic device, is put on
an unoccupied seat. If this is not For up to 10 seconds after the side impact sensors, or airbag
desired, remove the object from vehicle is turned off and the wiring.
the seat. battery is disconnected, an airbag Your dealer and the service manual
can still inflate during improper have information about the location
{ Warning service. You can be injured if you
are close to an airbag when it
of the airbag sensors, sensing and
diagnostic module, and airbag
Stowing of articles under the inflates. Avoid yellow connectors. wiring.
passenger seat or between the They are probably part of the In addition, the vehicle has a
passenger seat cushion and airbag system. Be sure to follow passenger sensing system for the
seatback may interfere with the proper service procedures, and front outboard passenger position,
proper operation of the passenger make sure the person performing which includes sensors that are part
sensing system. work for you is qualified to do so. of the passenger seat. The
passenger sensing system may not
operate properly if the original seat
Servicing the Adding Equipment to the trim is replaced with non-GM
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Airbag-Equipped Vehicle covers, upholstery, or trim; or with
Adding accessories that change the GM covers, upholstery, or trim
Airbags affect how the vehicle
vehicle's frame, bumper system, designed for a different vehicle. Any
should be serviced. There are parts
height, front end, or side sheet object, such as an aftermarket seat
of the airbag system in several
metal, may keep the airbag system heater or a comfort-enhancing pad
places around the vehicle. Your
or device, installed under or on top
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of the seat fabric, could also Airbag System Check Replacing Airbag System
interfere with the operation of the
passenger sensing system. This The airbag system does not need Parts after a Crash
could either prevent proper regularly scheduled maintenance or
deployment of the passenger replacement. Make sure the airbag
readiness light is working. See
{ Warning
airbag(s) or prevent the passenger
sensing system from properly Airbag Readiness Light 0 111. A crash can damage the airbag
turning off the passenger airbag(s). systems in the vehicle.
See Passenger Sensing Caution A damaged airbag system may
System 0 69. not properly protect you and your
If an airbag covering is damaged, passenger(s) in a crash, resulting
If the vehicle has rollover roof-rail
opened, or broken, the airbag in serious injury or even death. To
airbags, see Different Size Tires
may not work properly. Do not help make sure the airbag
and Wheels 0 249 for additional
important information. open or break the airbag systems are working properly
coverings. If there are any after a crash, have them
If you have to modify your vehicle opened or broken airbag inspected and any necessary
because you have a disability and coverings, have the airbag replacements made as soon as
you have questions about whether covering and/or airbag module possible.
the modifications will affect the replaced. For the location of the
vehicle's airbag system, or if you airbags, see Where Are the
have questions about whether the If an airbag inflates, you will need to
Airbags? 0 65. See your dealer replace airbag system parts. See
airbag system will be affected if the
for service. your dealer for service.
vehicle is modified for any other
reason, call Customer Assistance. If the airbag readiness light stays on
See Customer Assistance after the vehicle is started or comes
Offices 0 293. on when you are driving, the airbag
system may not work properly. Have
the vehicle serviced right away. See
Airbag Readiness Light 0 111.
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. Q: What is the proper way to
Child Restraints Sit all the way back on the seat.
Do the knees bend at the seat wear safety belts?
edge? If yes, continue. If no,
Older Children return to the booster seat.
A: An older child should wear a
lap-shoulder belt and get the
. Buckle the lap-shoulder belt. additional restraint a shoulder
Does the shoulder belt rest on belt can provide. The shoulder
the shoulder? If yes, continue. belt should not cross the face or
If no, try using the rear safety neck. The lap belt should fit
belt comfort guide, if available. snugly below the hips, just
See “Rear Safety Belt Comfort touching the top of the thighs.
Guides” under Lap-Shoulder Belt This applies belt force to the
0 59. 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
Older children who have outgrown
snug on the hips, touching the Guides” under Lap-Shoulder
booster seats should wear the
thighs? If yes, continue. If no, Belt 0 59.
vehicle’s safety belts.
return to the booster seat. According to accident statistics,
The manufacturer instructions that . Can proper safety belt fit be children are safer when properly
come with the booster seat state the
maintained for the length of the restrained in a rear seating position.
weight and height limitations for that
trip? If yes, continue. If no, In a crash, children who are not
booster. Use a booster seat with a
return to the booster seat. buckled up can strike other people
lap-shoulder belt until the child
passes the fit test below: who are buckled up, or can be
thrown out of the vehicle. Older
children need to use safety belts
properly.
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{ Warning { Warning
Never allow more than one child Never allow a child to wear the
to wear the same safety belt. The safety belt with the shoulder belt
safety belt cannot properly spread behind their back. A child can be
the impact forces. In a crash, they seriously injured by not wearing
can be crushed together and the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a
seriously injured. A safety belt crash, the child would not be
must be used by only one person restrained by the shoulder belt.
at a time. The child could move too far
forward increasing the chance of
head and neck injury. The child
might also slide under the lap Infants and Young
belt. The belt force would then be Children
applied right on the abdomen.
That could cause serious or fatal Everyone in a vehicle needs
protection! This includes infants and
injuries. The shoulder belt should
all other children. Neither the
go over the shoulder and across
distance traveled nor the age and
the chest. size of the traveler changes the
need, for everyone, to use safety
restraints. In fact, the law in every
state in the United States and in
every Canadian province says
children up to some age must be
restrained while in a vehicle.
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the vehicle's safety belt system nor

{ Warning its airbag system is designed
for them.
Children can be seriously injured
or strangled if a shoulder belt is Children who are not restrained
wrapped around their neck. The properly can strike other people,
shoulder belt can tighten but or can be thrown out of the vehicle.
cannot be loosened if it is locked.
The shoulder belt locks when it is { Warning
pulled all the way out of the
retractor. It unlocks when the Never hold an infant or a child
shoulder belt is allowed to go all while riding in a vehicle. Due to
the way back into the retractor, crash forces, an infant or a child
will become so heavy it is not
but it cannot do this if it is
possible to hold it during a crash.
{ Warning
wrapped around a child’s neck.
If the shoulder belt is locked and For example, in a crash at only Children who are up against,
tightened around a child’s neck, 40 km/h (25 mph), a 5.5 kg (12 lb) or very close to, any airbag when
the only way to loosen the belt is infant will suddenly become a it inflates can be seriously injured
to cut it. 110 kg (240 lb) force on a person's or killed. Never put a rear-facing
arms. An infant or child should be child restraint in the front
Never leave children unattended secured in an appropriate outboard seat. Secure a
in a vehicle and never allow restraint. rear-facing child restraint in a rear
children to play with the safety seat. It is also better to secure a
belts. forward-facing child restraint in a
rear seat. If you must secure a
Every time infants and young forward-facing child restraint in
children ride in vehicles, they should the front outboard seat, always
have the protection provided by move the front passenger seat as
appropriate child restraints. Neither far back as it will go.
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For each type of child restraint,

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
Child restraints are devices used to available for children with special injuries. To reduce the risk of
restrain, seat, or position children in needs.
the vehicle and are sometimes serious or fatal injuries during a
called child seats or car seats. crash, young children should
{ Warning always be secured in appropriate
There are three basic types of child restraints.
child restraints: To reduce the risk of neck and
. Forward-facing child restraints head injury in a crash, infants and
toddlers should be secured in a
. Rearward-facing child restraints rear-facing child restraint until age
. Belt-positioning booster seats two, or until they reach the
maximum height and weight limits
The proper child restraint for your
of their child restraint.
child depends on their size, weight,
and age, and also on whether the
child restraint is compatible with the
vehicle in which it will be used.
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Child Restraint Systems
Forward-Facing Child Seat Booster Seats

Rear-Facing Infant Seat A forward-facing child restraint A belt-positioning booster seat is
provides restraint for the child's used for children who have
A rear-facing child restraint provides body with the harness. outgrown their forward-facing child
restraint with the seating surface restraint. Boosters are designed to
against the back of the infant. improve the fit of the vehicle's safety
The harness system holds the infant belt system until the child is large
in place and, in a crash, acts to enough for the vehicle safety belts
keep the infant positioned in the to fit properly without a booster seat.
restraint. See the safety belt fit test in Older
Children 0 75.
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Securing an Add-On Child When securing an add-on child Securing the Child Within the
Restraint in the Vehicle restraint, refer to the instructions Child Restraint
that come with the restraint which
may be on the restraint itself or in a
{ Warning booklet, or both, and to this manual.
{ Warning
A child can be seriously injured or The child restraint instructions are A child can be seriously injured or
killed in a crash if the child important, so if they are not killed in a crash if the child is not
restraint is not properly secured in available, obtain a replacement properly secured in the child
copy from the manufacturer.
the vehicle. Secure the child restraint. Secure the child
restraint properly in the vehicle Keep in mind that an unsecured properly following the instructions
using the vehicle’s safety belt or child restraint can move around in a that came with that child restraint.
LATCH system, following the collision or sudden stop and injure
instructions that came with that people in the vehicle. Be sure to
child restraint and the instructions properly secure any child restraint in Where to Put the
in this manual. the vehicle — even when no child is Restraint
in it.
According to accident statistics,
To help reduce the chance of injury, In some areas of the United States children and infants are safer when
the child restraint must be secured and Canada, Certified Child properly restrained in an appropriate
in the vehicle. Child restraint Passenger Safety Technicians child restraint secured in a rear
systems must be secured in vehicle (CPSTs) are available to inspect seating position.
seats by lap belts or the lap belt and demonstrate how to correctly
use and install child restraints. In Whenever possible, children aged
portion of a lap-shoulder belt, or by 12 and under should be secured in
the LATCH system. See Lower the U.S., refer to the National
Highway Traffic Safety a rear seating position.
Anchors and Tethers for Children
(LATCH System) 0 81 for more Administration (NHTSA) website to Never put a rear-facing child
information. Children can be locate the nearest child safety seat restraint in the front. This is because
endangered in a crash if the child inspection station. For CPST the risk to the rear-facing child is so
restraint is not properly secured in availability in Canada, check with great if the airbag deploys.
the vehicle. Transport Canada or the Provincial
Ministry of Transportation office.
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Wherever a child restraint is

{ Warning Warning (Continued) installed, be sure to follow the
instructions that came with the child
A child in a rear-facing child the front seat, always move the restraint system and secure the
restraint can be seriously injured front passenger seat as far back child restraint system properly.
or killed if the front passenger as it will go. It is better to secure
airbag inflates. This is because the child restraint in a rear seat. Keep in mind that an unsecured
the back of the rear-facing child child restraint can move around in a
See Passenger Sensing System collision or sudden stop and injure
restraint would be very close to 0 69 for additional information. people in the vehicle. Be sure to
the inflating airbag. A child in a
properly secure any child restraint in
forward-facing child restraint can
When securing a child restraint in a the vehicle — even when no child is
be seriously injured or killed if the in it.
front passenger airbag inflates rear seating position, study the
and the passenger seat is in a instructions that came with the child
forward position. restraint to make sure it is Lower Anchors and
compatible with this vehicle. Tethers for Children
Even if the passenger sensing
system has turned off the front
Child restraints and booster seats (LATCH System)
vary considerably in size, and some
passenger frontal airbag, no The LATCH system secures a child
may fit in certain seating positions
system is fail-safe. No one can restraint during driving or in a crash.
better than others.
guarantee that an airbag will not LATCH attachments on the child
deploy under some unusual Depending on where you place the restraint are used to attach the child
circumstance, even though it is child restraint and the size of the restraint to the anchors in the
turned off. child restraint, you may not be able vehicle. The LATCH system is
to access adjacent safety belts or designed to make installation of a
Secure rear-facing child restraints LATCH anchors for additional child restraint easier.
in a rear seat, even if the airbag passengers or child restraints.
is off. If you secure a In order to use the LATCH system in
Adjacent seating positions should
your vehicle, you need a child
forward-facing child restraint in not be used if the child restraint
restraint that has LATCH
(Continued) prevents access to or interferes with
attachments. LATCH-compatible
the routing of the safety belt.
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rear-facing and forward-facing child The LATCH anchorage system can secure the child restraint. See
seats can be properly installed be used until the combined weight Securing Child Restraints (With the
using either the LATCH anchors or of the child plus the child restraint is Safety Belt in the Front Seat) 0 91
the vehicle’s safety belts. Do not 29.5 kg (65 lbs). Use the safety belt or Securing Child Restraints (With
use both the safety belts and the alone instead of the LATCH the Safety Belt in the Rear
LATCH anchorage system to secure anchorage system once the Seat) 0 88.
a rear-facing or forward-facing combined weight is more than
child seat. 29.5 kg (65 lbs). Lower Anchors
Booster seats use the vehicle’s See Securing Child Restraints (With
safety belts to secure the child in the Safety Belt in the Front Seat)
the booster seat. If the manufacturer 0 91 or Securing Child Restraints
recommends that the booster seat (With the Safety Belt in the Rear
be secured with the LATCH system, Seat) 0 88.
this can be done as long as the Child restraints built after March
booster seat can be positioned 2014 will be labeled with the
properly and there is no interference specific child weight up to which the
with the proper positioning of the LATCH system can be used to
lap-shoulder belt on the child. install the restraint.
Make sure to follow the instructions The following explains how to attach
that came with the child restraint, a child restraint with these
and also the instructions in this attachments in the vehicle. Lower anchors (1) are metal bars
manual. built into the vehicle. There are two
Not all vehicle seating positions or
When installing a child restraint with child restraints have lower anchors lower anchors for each LATCH
a top tether, you must also use and attachments or top tether seating position that will
either the lower anchors or the anchors and attachments. In this accommodate a child restraint with
safety belts to properly secure the case, the safety belt must be used lower attachments (2).
child restraint. A child restraint must (with top tether where available) to
never be attached using only the top
tether.
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Top Tether Anchor 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
and the seat cushion.
A top tether (3, 4) anchors the top of
the child restraint to the vehicle.
A top tether anchor is built into the
vehicle. The top tether
attachment (2) on the child restraint
connects to the top tether anchor in
the vehicle in order to reduce the
forward movement and rotation of To assist in locating the top tether
the child restraint during driving or in anchors, the top tether anchor
a crash. symbol is on the trim near the
The child restraint may have a anchor.
single tether (3) or a dual tether (4).
Either will have a single
attachment (2) to secure the top I : Seating positions with
tether to the anchor. top tether anchors.
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system secured in a rear seating

position. See Where to Put the { Warning
Restraint 0 80 for additional
information. To reduce the risk of serious or
fatal injuries during a crash, do
Securing a Child Restraint not attach more than one child
Designed for the LATCH restraint to a single anchor.
System Attaching more than one child
restraint to a single anchor could
{ Warning cause the anchor or attachment
to come loose or even break
If a LATCH-type child restraint is during a crash. A child or others
not attached to anchors, the child could be injured.
The top tether anchors are on the
restraint will not be able to protect
back of the rear seatbacks. Be sure
the child correctly. In a crash, the
to use an anchor on the same side
child could be seriously injured or
of the vehicle as the seating
position where the child restraint will killed. Install a LATCH-type child { Warning
be placed. restraint properly using the Children can be seriously injured
anchors, or use the vehicle's or strangled if a shoulder belt is
Do not secure a child restraint in a safety belts to secure the
position without a top tether anchor wrapped around their neck. The
restraint, following the instructions shoulder belt can tighten but
if a national or local law requires that came with the child restraint
that the top tether be attached, or if cannot be loosened if it is locked.
and the instructions in this The shoulder belt locks when it is
the instructions that come with the
manual. pulled all the way out of the
child restraint say that the top tether
must be attached. retractor. It unlocks when the
According to accident statistics, shoulder belt is allowed to go all
children and infants are safer when the way back into the retractor,
properly restrained in a child but it cannot do this if it is
restraint system or infant restraint (Continued)
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seating position does not have

Warning (Continued) Caution (Continued) lower anchors, secure the child
restraint with the top tether and
wrapped around a child’s neck. Do not fold the rear seatback the safety belts. Refer to your
If the shoulder belt is locked and when the seat is occupied. Do not child restraint manufacturer
tightened around a child’s neck, fold the empty rear seat with a instructions and the
the only way to loosen the belt is safety belt buckled. This could instructions in this manual.
to cut it. damage the safety belt or the
seat. Unbuckle and return the 1.1. Find the lower anchors
Buckle any unused safety belts for the desired seating
behind the child restraint so safety belt to its stowed position,
position.
children cannot reach them. Pull before folding the seat.
1.2. Put the child restraint on
the shoulder belt all the way out the seat.
of the retractor to set the lock, If you need to secure more than one
and tighten the belt behind the child restraint in the rear seat, see For rear outboard seating
child restraint after the child Where to Put the Restraint 0 80. positions, if the head
restraint has been installed. restraint interferes with
This system is designed to make the proper installation of
installation of child restraints easier. the child restraint, the
When using lower anchors, do not head restraint may be
use the vehicle's safety belts. removed. See “Head
Caution Instead use the vehicle's anchors Restraint Removal and
Do not let the LATCH and child restraint attachments to Reinstallation” at the end
attachments rub against the secure the restraints. Some of this section.
vehicle’s safety belts. This may restraints also use another vehicle
anchor to secure a top tether. When installing a
damage these parts. If necessary, rear-facing child restraint,
move buckled safety belts to 1. Attach and tighten the lower it may be necessary to
avoid rubbing the LATCH attachments to the lower move the front seat
attachments. anchors. If the child restraint forward to properly install
does not have lower the child restraint per the
(Continued)
attachments or the desired child restraint
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manufacturer instructions. 2.3. Route, attach, and tighten

See Seat the top tether according
Adjustment 0 47. to your child restraint
1.3. Attach and tighten the instructions and the
lower attachments on the following instructions:
child restraint to the lower
anchors.
2. If the child restraint
manufacturer recommends that If the position you are
the top tether be attached, using does not have a
attach and tighten the top headrest or head restraint
tether to the top tether anchor, and you are using a dual
if equipped. Refer to the child tether, route the tether
restraint instructions and the over the seatback.
following steps: If the position you are
2.1. Find the top tether using does not have a
anchor. headrest or head restraint
and you are using a
2.2. Remove the cargo cover
single tether, route the
before installing the top
tether over the seatback.
tether. Place the cargo
cover on the floor of the
cargo area. The cargo
cover should remain off
while the top tether is
in use. If the position you are
using has an adjustable
headrest or head restraint
and you are using a
single tether, raise the
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headrest or head restraint 3. Before placing a child in the

and route the tether child restraint, make sure it is
under the headrest or securely held in place. To
head restraint and in check, grasp the child restraint
between the headrest or at the LATCH path and attempt
head restraint posts. to move it side to side and
back and forth. There should
be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of
movement for proper
installation.
Head Restraint Removal and
Reinstallation
2. Press both buttons on the head
The rear outboard head restraints restraint posts at the same
can be removed if they interfere with time, and pull up on the head
the proper installation of the child restraint.
If the position you are restraint.
using has an adjustable 3. Store the head restraint in a
To remove the head restraint: secure place.
and your are using a dual 1. Partially fold the seatback 4. When the child restraint is
tether, raise the headrest forward. See Rear Seats 0 53 removed, reinstall the head
or head restraint and for additional information. restraint before the seating
route the tether under the position is used.
and around the headrest
or head restraint posts.
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1. Insert the head restraint posts

{ Warning into the holes in the top of the Warning (Continued)
seatback. The notches on the
With head restraints that are not posts must face the driver side see your dealer to have the
installed and adjusted properly, of the vehicle. system inspected and any
there is a greater chance that necessary replacements made as
occupants will suffer a neck/ 2. Push the head restraint down. soon as possible.
spinal injury in a crash. Do not If necessary, press the height
drive until the head restraints for adjustment release button to If the vehicle has the LATCH system
all occupants are installed and further lower the head restraint. and it was being used during a
adjusted properly. See Rear Seats. crash, new LATCH system parts
3. Try to move the head restraint may be needed.
To reinstall the head restraint: to make sure that it is locked in New parts and repairs may be
place. necessary even if the LATCH
system was not being used at the
Replacing LATCH System time of the crash.
Parts After a Crash
Securing Child Restraints
{ Warning (With the Safety Belt in
A crash can damage the LATCH
the Rear Seat)
system in the vehicle. A damaged When securing a child restraint in a
LATCH system may not properly rear seating position, study the
secure the child restraint, instructions that came with the child
resulting in serious injury or even restraint to make sure it is
death in a crash. To help make compatible with this vehicle.
sure the LATCH system is
working properly after a crash,
(Continued)
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If the child restraint has the LATCH If more than one child restraint 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run
system, see Lower Anchors and needs to be installed in the rear the lap and shoulder portions
Tethers for Children (LATCH seat, be sure to read Where to Put of the vehicle's safety belt
System) 0 81 for how and where to the Restraint 0 80. through or around the restraint.
install the child restraint using 1. Put the child restraint on The child restraint instructions
LATCH. If a child restraint is the seat. will show you how.
secured in the vehicle using a
safety belt and it uses a top tether, For outboard second row
see Lower Anchors and Tethers for seating positions, remove the
Children (LATCH System) 0 81 for safety belt from the guide. Do
top tether anchor locations. not secure the child restraint
with the safety belt routed
Do not secure a child seat in a through the guide.
position without a top tether anchor
if a national or local law requires When installing a rear-facing
that the top tether be anchored, or if child restraint, it may be
the instructions that come with the necessary to move the front
child restraint say that the top strap seat forward to properly install
must be anchored. the child restraint per the child
restraint manufacturer
In Canada, the law requires that instructions.
forward-facing child restraints have 3. Push the latch plate into the
a top tether, and that the tether be If the head restraint interferes buckle until it clicks.
attached. with the proper installation of Position the release button on
the child restraint, the head the buckle, away from the child
If the child restraint or vehicle seat restraint may be removed. See
position does not have the LATCH restraint system, so that the
"Head Restraint Removal and safety belt could be quickly
system, you will be using the safety Reinstallation" under Lower
belt to secure the child restraint. Be unbuckled if necessary.
Anchors and Tethers for
sure to follow the instructions that Children (LATCH System) 0 81.
came with the child restraint.
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6. If the child restraint has a top

tether, follow the child restraint
manufacturer's instructions
regarding the use of the top
tether. See Lower Anchors and
Tethers for Children (LATCH
System) 0 81.
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
4. Pull the shoulder belt all the 5. To tighten the belt, push down attempt to move it side to side
way out of the retractor to set on the child restraint, pull the and back and forth. When the
the lock. When the retractor shoulder portion of the belt to child restraint is properly
lock is set, the belt can be tighten the lap portion of the installed, there should be no
tightened but not pulled out of belt, and feed the shoulder belt more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of
the retractor. back into the retractor. When movement.
installing a forward-facing child To remove the child restraint,
restraint, it may be helpful to unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and
use your knee to push down on let it return to the stowed position.
the child restraint as you If the top tether is attached to a top
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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Securing Child Restraints

(With the Safety Belt in
{ Warning Warning (Continued)
the Front Seat) A child in a rear-facing child forward-facing child restraint in

restraint can be seriously injured the front outboard passenger
This vehicle has airbags. A rear or killed if the front outboard seat, always move the seat as far
seat is a safer place to secure a passenger frontal airbag inflates. back as it will go. It is better to
forward-facing child restraint. See This is because the back of the secure the child restraint in a
Where to Put the Restraint 0 80.
rear-facing child restraint would rear seat.
In addition, the vehicle has a be very close to the inflating See Passenger Sensing System
passenger sensing system which is airbag. A child in a forward-facing
designed to turn off the front 0 69 for additional information.
child restraint can be seriously
outboard passenger frontal airbag injured or killed if the front
and knee airbag (if equipped) under outboard passenger frontal airbag If the child restraint uses a top
certain conditions. See Passenger inflates and the passenger seat is tether, see Lower Anchors and
Sensing System 0 69 and in a forward position. Tethers for Children (LATCH
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator System) 0 81 for top tether anchor
0 112 for more information, including Even if the passenger sensing locations.
important safety information. system has turned off the front
Do not secure a child seat in a
Never put a rear-facing child seat in outboard passenger frontal
position without a top tether anchor
the front. This is because the risk to airbag, no system is fail-safe. No
if a national or local law requires
the rear-facing child is so great, one can guarantee that an airbag that the top tether be anchored, or if
if the airbag deploys. will not deploy under some the instructions that come with the
unusual circumstance, even child restraint say that the top strap
though it is turned off. must be anchored.
Secure rear-facing child restraints In Canada, the law requires that
in a rear seat, even if the airbag forward-facing child restraints have
is off. If you secure a a top tether, and that the tether be
(Continued) attached.
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When using the lap-shoulder belt to 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run
secure the child restraint in this the lap and shoulder portions
position, follow the instructions that of the vehicle's safety belt
came with the child restraint and the through or around the restraint.
following instructions: The child restraint instructions
1. Move the seat as far back as it will show you how.
will go before securing the
forward-facing child restraint.
Move the seat upward or the
seatback to an upright position,
if needed, to get a tight
installation of the child
restraint. 5. Pull the shoulder belt all the
When the passenger sensing way out of the retractor to set
system has turned off the front the lock. When the retractor
outboard passenger frontal lock is set, the belt can be
airbag and knee airbag (if tightened but not pulled out of
equipped), the off indicator on the retractor.
the passenger airbag status
indicator should light and stay 4. Push the latch plate into the
lit when the vehicle is started. buckle until it clicks.
See Passenger Airbag Status Position the release button on
Indicator 0 112. the buckle, away from the child
2. Put the child restraint on restraint system, so that the
the seat. safety belt could be quickly
unbuckled if necessary.
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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 front outboard passenger
6. To tighten the belt, push down frontal airbag and knee airbag (if
on the child restraint, pull the equipped) are off, the off indicator in
shoulder portion of the belt to the passenger airbag status
tighten the lap portion of the indicator will come on and stay on
belt, and feed the shoulder belt when the vehicle is started.
back into the retractor. When If a child restraint has been installed
installing a forward-facing child and the on indicator is lit, see “If the
restraint, it may be helpful to On Indicator Is Lit for a Child
use your knee to push down on Restraint” under Passenger Sensing
the child restraint as you System 0 69.
tighten the belt.
To remove the child restraint,
Try to pull the belt out of the unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and
retractor to make sure the let it return to the stowed position.
retractor is locked. If the
retractor is not locked, repeat
Steps 5 and 6.
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94 Storage
Storage Storage
Compartments
Storage Compartments
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 94 { Warning
Instrument Panel Storage . . . . . . 94
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Do not store heavy or sharp
Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 objects in storage compartments.
Sunglasses Storage . . . . . . . . . . . 95 In a crash, these objects may
Underseat Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 cause the cover to open and
Center Console Storage . . . . . . . 96 could result in injury.
Additional Storage Features
Pull up on the handle to open.
Cargo Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Instrument Panel Storage
Cargo Management System . . . 96
Convenience Net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Glove Box
First Aid Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Lift up on the glove box lever to
open it.
Roof Rack System
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Pull the handle to open.

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Storage 95
Cupholders Sunglasses Storage Underseat Storage
If equipped, pull the rear seat If equipped, the sunglasses storage If equipped, there is storage under
armrest down to access. is over the driver door. the front passenger seat. Lift the
end of the tray and pull it forward to
open. Push it in toward the seat to
close.
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96 Storage
Center Console 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
For vehicles with center console vehicle.
storage, press the button and slide
rearward to open.
{ Warning To install, hang the loops on the
liftgate anchors.
Do not place objects on the cargo
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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Storage 97
Convenience Net First Aid Kit
Pull the strap to lift.
The vehicle may have a If equipped, the first aid kit is

convenience net. stowed in the side rear storage
The net is used to store small loads compartment.
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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98 Storage
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 vehicle’s 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 0 163.
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Instruments and Controls 99
Instruments and Passenger Airbag Status

Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Vehicle Messages
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Controls Charging System Light . . . . . . . 113
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Battery Voltage and Charging
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
(Check Engine Light) . . . . . . . . 113 Brake System Messages . . . . . 125
Controls Brake System Warning Cruise Control Messages . . . . . 125
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . 100 Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Door Ajar Messages . . . . . . . . . . 125
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . 100 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Engine Cooling System
Heated Steering Wheel . . . . . . . 100 Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Lane Departure Warning Engine Oil Messages . . . . . . . . . 125
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . 101 (LDW) Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Engine Power Messages . . . . . 126
Rear Window Wiper/ Vehicle Ahead Indicator . . . . . . . 116 Fuel System Messages . . . . . . . 126
Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Traction Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Key and Lock Messages . . . . . 126
Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 StabiliTrak® OFF Light . . . . . . . . 117 Object Detection System
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Traction Control System (TCS)/ Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 StabiliTrak® Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 Ride Control System
Tire Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . 117 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Engine Oil Pressure Light . . . . . 118 Airbag System Messages . . . . 128
Indicators Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . 118 Starting the Vehicle
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Immobilizer Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . 119 Tire Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Front Fog Lamp Light . . . . . . . . . 119 Transmission Messages . . . . . . 129
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 Lamps On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . 119
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Cruise Control Light . . . . . . . . . . 119 Vehicle Personalization
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 130
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Information Displays
Driver Information Center (DIC) Universal Remote System
Fuel Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Universal Remote System . . . . 136
Engine Coolant Temperature (Base Level) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Driver Information Center (DIC) Universal Remote System
Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Safety Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . 111 (Uplevel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Airbag Readiness Light . . . . . . . 111
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100 Instruments and Controls
Universal Remote System Controls Steering Wheel Controls

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
The infotainment system can be
Steering Wheel operated by using the steering
Adjustment wheel controls. See "Steering
Wheel Controls" in the infotainment
manual.
Heated Steering Wheel
To adjust the steering wheel:

1. Pull the lever down.
2. Move the steering wheel up
or down.
( : If equipped, press to turn on or
3. Pull or push the steering wheel off. A light on the button displays
closer or away from you. when the feature is turned on.
4. Lift the lever up to lock the The steering wheel takes about
steering wheel in place. three minutes to start heating.
Do not adjust the steering wheel
while driving.
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Horn INT : Use this setting for intermittent Wipe Parking

wipes or for Rainsense™ wipes, If the ignition is turned off while the
Press a on the steering wheel pad when Rainsense is enabled. For wipers are on LO, HI, or INT, they
to sound the horn. intermittent wipes, move the lever will immediately stop.
up to INT, then turn the x INT
Windshield Wiper/Washer band up for more frequent wipes or If the windshield wiper lever is then
down for less frequent wipes. moved to OFF before the driver
If Rainsense is enabled, see door is opened or within 10 minutes,
“Rainsense” later in this section. the wipers will restart and move to
the base of the windshield.
OFF : Use to turn the wipers off.
If the ignition is turned off while the
1X : For a single wipe, briefly move wipers are performing wipes due to
the wiper lever down. For several windshield washing or Rainsense
wipes, hold the wiper lever down. wipes, the wipers continue to run
The windshield wiper/washer lever until they reach the base of the
is on the right side of the steering b : Pull the windshield wiper lever
toward you to spray windshield windshield.
column.
washer fluid and activate the wipers.
Move the lever to one of the
following positions:
The wipers will continue until the { Warning
lever is released or the maximum
HI : Use for fast wipes. wash time is reached. When the In freezing weather, do not use
windshield wiper lever is released, the washer until the windshield is
LO : Use for slow wipes. additional wipes may occur warmed. Otherwise the washer
depending on how long the fluid can form ice on the
windshield washer had been windshield, blocking your vision.
activated. See Washer Fluid 0 217
for information on filling the
windshield washer fluid reservoir.
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Clear snow and ice from the wiper Rear Window Wiper/
blades before using them. If frozen
to the windshield, carefully loosen or
Washer
thaw them. Damaged wiper blades The rear wiper/washer controls are
should be replaced. See Wiper on the end of the windshield wiper
Blade Replacement 0 221. lever.
Heavy snow or ice can overload the . Turn the band up for more
wiper motor. A circuit breaker will sensitivity to moisture.
stop the motor until it cools down. . Turn the band down for less
Rainsense™ sensitivity to moisture.
If equipped with Rainsense, a . Move the windshield wiper lever
sensor near the top center of the out of the INT position to
windshield detects the amount of deactivate Rainsense.
water on the windshield and Wiper Arm Assembly Protection ON : Press the upper portion of the
controls the frequency of the button for continuous rear window
windshield wiper. To turn this feature When using an automatic car wash, wipes.
on or off, see “Rain Sense Wipers” move the windshield wiper lever to
OFF. This disables the automatic OFF : The rear wiper turns off when
under Vehicle the button is returned to the middle
Personalization 0 130. Rainsense windshield wipers and/or
manual windshield wipers. position.
Keep the sensor free from debris to INT : Press the lower portion of the
allow for best system performance. With Rainsense, if the transmission
is in N (Neutral) and the vehicle button for rear intermittent wipes.
INT : When enabled, move the speed is very slow, the wipers will m= : Push the windshield wiper
windshield wiper lever to INT. Turn automatically stop at the base of the lever forward to spray washer fluid
the x INT band on the wiper lever windshield. on the rear window. The lever
to adjust the sensitivity. The wiper operations return to returns to its starting position when
normal when the transmission is no released.
longer in N (Neutral) or the vehicle
speed has increased.
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Rear Wiper Arm Assembly This feature can be changed. See 2. Press and hold SET/CLR while
Protection Vehicle Personalization 0 130. the Set Area display is active.
When using an automatic car wash, The windshield washer reservoir is
move the rear wiper control to OFF used for the windshield and the rear
to disable the rear wiper. In some window. Check the fluid level in the
vehicles, if the transmission is in reservoir if either washer is not
N (Neutral) and the vehicle speed is working. See Washer Fluid 0 217.
very slow, the rear wiper will
automatically park under the rear Compass
spoiler.
The vehicle may have a compass
The wiper operations return to display in the Driver Information
normal when the transmission is no Center (DIC).
longer in N (Neutral) or the vehicle
speed has increased. Setting the Compass Zone
Reverse Gear Wipes Under certain circumstances, such
3. Find the vehicle's current
as during a long trip or moving to a
If the rear wiper control is off, the location and zone number on
new area, the compass zone will
rear wiper will automatically operate the map. Zones 1 through 15
need to be reset. If the compass is
continuously when the shift lever is are available.
not set to the correct zone, it may
in R (Reverse), and the front give false readings. The compass 4. Use w x to change to the
windshield wiper is performing low zone should be set to the area in correct zone number.
or high speed wipes. If the rear which the vehicle is currently
wiper control is off, the shift lever is traveling. 5. Press SET/CLR to confirm the
in R (Reverse), and the front setting.
windshield wiper is performing Use the DIC buttons to set the
interval wipes, then the rear wiper compass zone:
automatically performs interval 1. While the vehicle is in P (Park),
wipes. press the MENU button to
display the DIC menu.
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Clock Power Outlets Certain electrical accessories may

not be compatible with the
Setting the Time and Date Power Outlets 12 Volt Direct accessory power outlet and could
Current overload vehicle or adapter fuses.
To set the time or date:
The accessory power outlet can be If a problem is experienced, see
1. Select Settings from the Home your dealer.
used to plug in electrical equipment,
Page, then select Time and such as a cell phone or MP3 player.
Date Settings. When adding electrical equipment,
There is one accessory power outlet be sure to follow the installation
2. Select the desired function. instructions included with the
in the storage in front of the shift
equipment. See Add-On Electrical
To set the time or date, touch « or lever. This outlet is powered when
the ignition is on, in ACC/ Equipment 0 197.
ª to change the hour, minutes,
AM, PM, day, month, or year. ACCESSORY, or until the driver
door is opened within 10 minutes of Caution
To change the 12-24Hr setting, turning off the vehicle. See Retained
touch 12-24Hr. Accessory Power (RAP) 0 171. Hanging heavy equipment from
To turn Auto Set on and off, touch the power outlet can cause
Auto Set. Caution damage not covered by the
vehicle warranty. The power
If auto timing is set, the time
Leaving electrical equipment outlets are designed for
displayed on the clock may not
plugged in for an extended period accessory power plugs only, such
update immediately when driving
into a new time zone. of time while the vehicle is off will as cell phone charge cords.
drain the battery. Always unplug
Press q BACK to go to the last electrical equipment when not in Power Outlet 110/120 Volt
menu and save the changes or { to use and do not plug in equipment Alternating Current
return to the Home Page. that exceeds the maximum
20 amp rating. If equipped, this power outlet is on
the rear of the center console. It can
be used to plug in electrical
equipment that uses a maximum
limit of 150 watts.
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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) 0 171. 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

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Uplevel English Shown, Metric Similar

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Cluster Menu Press MENU to access the cluster Options

There is an interactive display area applications. Use \ to scroll Press SET/CLR to select the
in the center of the instrument through the list of available Options app. Use \ to scroll
cluster. applications. Not all applications will through the items in the
be available on all vehicles. Options menu.
. Info app. This is where you can
Unit : Press SET/CLR while Unit is
view the selected Driver displayed to enter the Units menu.
Information Center (DIC) Choose U.S. or metric units by
displays. See Driver Information pressing SET/CLR while the desired
Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 121 or item is highlighted.
Driver Information Center (DIC)
(Base Level) 0 120. Info Pages : Press SET/CLR while
Use the controls to open and scroll Info Pages is displayed to enter the
through the different items and . Navigation
Info Pages menu. Press SET/CLR
displays. . Options to edit the list of info apps
1. SET/CLR : Press to set or displayed. See Driver Information
Navigation Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 121 or
clear the menu item when it is
displayed. Press SET/CLR to select the Driver Information Center (DIC)
Navigation app. Use \ to highlight (Base Level) 0 120.
2. \ : Turn the band to scroll
available options. If there is no
through the menu items. Speedometer
active route, you can resume the
3. MENU: Press to access the last route and turn the voice The speedometer shows the vehicle
cluster applications. This prompts on/off. If there is an active speed in kilometers per hour (km/h)
button is also used to return to route, press SET/CLR to cancel and miles per hour (mph).
or exit the last screen route guidance or turn the voice
displayed on the DIC. prompts on/off.
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Odometer engine could auto start at any time. Fuel Gauge

When the indicator points to OFF,
The odometer shows how far the the vehicle is off.
vehicle has been driven, in either
kilometers or miles. When the engine is on, the
tachometer will indicate the engine’s
Trip Odometer revolutions per minute (rpm). The
tachometer may vary by several
The trip odometer shows how far hundred rpm’s, during Auto Stop
the vehicle has been driven since mode, when the engine is shutting
the trip odometer was last reset. off and restarting.
The trip odometer is accessed and A slight bump may be felt when the
reset through the Driver Information transmission is determining the
Center (DIC). See Driver most fuel efficient operating range.
Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) Metric Uplevel Shown
0 121 or Driver Information Center Caution
(DIC) (Base Level) 0 120.
If the engine is operated with the
Tachometer rpm’s in the warning area at the
The tachometer displays the engine high end of the tachometer, the
speed in revolutions per vehicle could be damaged, and
minute (rpm). the damage would not be covered
by the vehicle warranty. Do not
For vehicles with the Stop/Start operate the engine with the rpm’s
system, when the ignition is in ON/ in the warning area.
RUN, the tachometer indicates the
vehicle status. When pointing to
AUTO STOP, the engine is off but
the vehicle is on and can move. The English Uplevel Shown
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When the ignition is on, the fuel . The gauge takes a few seconds
gauge indicates about how much to stabilize after the ignition is
fuel is left in the tank. turned on, and goes back to
An arrow on the fuel gauge empty when the ignition is
indicates the side of the vehicle the turned off.
fuel door is on.
Engine Coolant
When the indicator nears empty, the
low fuel light comes on. There is a Temperature Gauge
small amount of fuel left, but the fuel
tank should be filled soon.
Here are four things that some
owners ask about. None of these English Uplevel Shown
show a problem with the fuel gauge:
This gauge shows the engine
. At the service station, the fuel coolant temperature.
pump shuts off before the gauge
If the pointer moves toward the
reads full.
warning area at the high end of the
. It takes a little more or less fuel gauge, the engine is too hot.
to fill up than the gauge
This reading indicates the same
indicated. For example, the
thing as the warning light. It means
gauge indicated the tank was Metric Base Level Shown that the engine coolant has
half full, but it actually took a
overheated. If the vehicle has been
little more or less than half the
operating under normal driving
tank's capacity to fill the tank.
conditions, pull off the road, stop the
. The gauge moves a little while vehicle, and turn off the engine as
turning a corner or speeding up. soon as possible. See Engine
Overheating 0 215.
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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 63.
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 (if equipped) 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 (if
without a crash. To help avoid
equipped).
injury, have the vehicle serviced
right away. If, after several seconds, both status
indicator lights remain on, or if there
Canada and Mexico are no lights at all, there may be a
Passenger Airbag Status problem with the lights or the
Indicator When the vehicle is started, the passenger sensing system. See
passenger airbag status indicator your dealer for service.
The vehicle has a passenger will light ON and OFF, or the symbol
sensing system. See Passenger
Sensing System 0 69 for important
for on and off, for several seconds
as a system check. Then, after
{ Warning
safety information. The instrument several seconds, the status If the airbag readiness light ever
panel has a passenger airbag status indicator will light either ON or OFF, comes on and stays on, it means
indicator. or the on or off symbol to let you that something may be wrong
know the status of the front with the airbag system. To help
outboard passenger frontal airbag avoid injury to yourself or others,
and knee airbag (if equipped).
have the vehicle serviced right
If the word ON or the on symbol is away. See Airbag Readiness
lit on the passenger airbag status (Continued)
indicator, it means that the front
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such as the radio and air Malfunctions are often indicated by

Warning (Continued) conditioner, to help reduce the drain the system before any problem is
on the battery. noticeable. Being aware of the light
Light 0 111 for more information, and seeking service promptly when
including important safety
information.
Malfunction Indicator it comes on may prevent damage.
Lamp (Check Engine
Light) Caution
Charging System Light
This light is part of the vehicle’s If the vehicle is driven continually
emission control on-board with this light on, the emission
diagnostic system. If this light is on control system may not work as
while the engine is running, a well, the fuel economy may be
malfunction has been detected and lower, and the vehicle may not
the vehicle may require service. The run smoothly. This could lead to
light should come on to show that it costly repairs that might not be
is working when the ignition is in covered by the vehicle warranty.
This light will come on briefly when ON/RUN with the engine not
the ignition is turned on, and the running. See Ignition
engine is not running, as a check to Positions 0 167.
show it is working. Caution
It should go out when the engine is
started. If it stays on, or comes on Modifications to the engine,
while driving, there may be a transmission, exhaust, intake,
problem with the electrical charging or fuel system, or the use of
system. Have it checked by your replacement tires that do not
dealer. Driving while this light is on meet the original tire
could drain the battery. If a short specifications, can cause this light
distance must be driven with the to come on. This could lead to
light on, turn off all accessories, (Continued)
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If the light is on steady : A Emissions Inspection and

Caution (Continued) malfunction has been detected. Maintenance Programs
Diagnosis and service may be
costly repairs not covered by the required. If the vehicle requires an Emissions
vehicle warranty. This could also Inspection/Maintenance test, the
affect the vehicle’s ability to pass Check the following: test equipment will likely connect to
an Emissions Inspection/ . A loose or missing fuel cap may the vehicle's Data Link
Maintenance test. See cause the light to come on. See Connector (DLC).
Accessories and Filling the Tank 0 195. A few
Modifications 0 200. driving trips with the cap
properly installed may turn the
light off.
If the light is flashing : A
malfunction has been detected that . Poor fuel quality can cause
could damage the emission control inefficient engine operation and
system and increase vehicle poor driveability, which may go
emissions. Diagnosis and service away once the engine is warmed The DLC is under the instrument
may be required. up. If this occurs, change the panel to the left of the steering
fuel brand. It may require at wheel. Connecting devices that are
To help prevent damage, reduce least one full tank of the proper not used to perform an Emissions
vehicle speed and avoid hard fuel to turn the light off. See Inspection/Maintenance test or to
accelerations and uphill grades. Fuel 0 193. service the vehicle may affect
If the light continues to flash, find a If the light remains on, see your vehicle operation. See Add-On
safe place to park. Turn the vehicle dealer. Electrical Equipment 0 197. See
off and wait at least 10 seconds your dealer if assistance is needed.
before restarting the engine. If the The vehicle may not pass
light is still flashing, follow the inspection if:
previous guidelines and see your
dealer for service as soon as . The light is on when the engine
possible. is running.
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. The light does not come on
when the ignition is in ON/RUN Warning (Continued)
with the engine not running.
Driving with the brake system
. Critical emission control systems warning light on can lead to a
have not been completely crash. If the light is still on after
diagnosed. If this happens, the the vehicle has been pulled off
vehicle would not be ready for Metric English
the road and carefully stopped,
inspection and might require have the vehicle towed for
This light should come on briefly
several days of routine driving
when the engine is started. If it does service.
before the system is ready for
not come on then, have it fixed so it
inspection. This can happen if
will be ready to warn you if there is If the light comes on while driving, a
the 12-volt battery has recently
a problem. chime sounds. Pull off the road and
been replaced or run down, or if
the vehicle has been recently When the ignition is on, the brake stop. The pedal might be harder to
serviced. system warning light comes on push or go closer to the floor.
when the parking brake is set. The It might also take longer to stop.
See your dealer if the vehicle will
light stays on if the parking brake If the light is still on, have the
not pass or cannot be made ready
does not fully release. If it stays on vehicle towed for service. See
for the test.
after the parking brake is fully Towing the Vehicle 0 262.
released, there is a brake problem.
Brake System Warning Have the brake system inspected Antilock Brake System
Light immediately.
(ABS) Warning Light
The vehicle brake system consists
of two hydraulic circuits. If one { Warning
circuit is not working, the remaining
circuit can still work to stop the The brake system might not be
vehicle. For normal braking working properly if the brake
performance, both circuits need to system warning light is on.
be working (Continued)
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This light comes on briefly when the Lane Departure Warning Vehicle Ahead Indicator
engine is started.
(LDW) Light
If the light stays on, turn the ignition
to LOCK/OFF or if the light comes
on, stop as soon as possible and
turn the ignition off. Then start the
engine again to reset the system.
If the light still stays on, or comes
on again while driving, the vehicle If equipped, this indicator will
needs service. See your dealer. display green when a vehicle is
If the regular brake system warning If equipped, this light comes on
briefly while starting the vehicle. If it detected ahead
light is not on, the brakes will still
work, but the antilock brakes will not does not come on, have the vehicle See Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
work. If the regular brake system serviced. System 0 188.
warning light is also on, the antilock This light is green if LDW is on and
brakes will not work and there is a ready to operate. Traction Off Light
problem with the regular brakes. This light changes to amber and
See Brake System Warning flashes to indicate that the lane
Light 0 115. marking has been crossed without
The ABS warning light will come on using a turn signal in that direction.
briefly when the ignition is turned to See Lane Departure Warning
ON/RUN. This is normal. If the light (LDW) 0 192.
does not come on then, have it fixed
so it will be ready to warn if there is This light comes on briefly while
a problem. starting the engine. If it does not,
have the vehicle serviced by your
dealer. If the system is working
normally, the indicator light then
turns off.
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The traction off light comes on when This light comes on when the If the light does not come on, have
the Traction Control System (TCS) StabiliTrak system is turned off. the vehicle serviced by your dealer.
has been turned off by pressing and If StabiliTrak is off, the Traction If the system is working normally,
releasing the TCS/StabiliTrak Control System (TCS) is also off. the indicator light turns off.
button. If StabiliTrak and TCS are off, the If the light is on and not flashing, the
This light and the StabiliTrak OFF system does not assist in controlling TCS, and potentially the StabiliTrak
light come on when StabiliTrak is the vehicle. Turn on the TCS and system have been disabled.
turned off. the StabiliTrak systems, and the If the indicator/warning light is on
If the TCS is off, wheel spin is not warning light turns off. and flashing, the TCS and/or the
limited. Adjust driving accordingly. See Traction Control/Electronic StabiliTrak system is actively
See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 180. working.
Stability Control 0 180. See Traction Control/Electronic
Traction Control System Stability Control 0 180.
StabiliTrak® OFF Light (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light
Tire Pressure Light
This light comes on briefly while The StabiliTrak or Traction Control

starting the engine. If it does not, System (TCS) indicator/warning For vehicles with the Tire Pressure
have the vehicle serviced by your light comes on briefly when the Monitor System (TPMS), this light
dealer. engine is started. comes on briefly when the engine is
started. It provides information
about tire pressures and the TPMS.
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When the Light Is On Steady

Caution (Continued)
Low Fuel Warning Light
This indicates that one or more of
the tires are significantly The repairs would not be covered
underinflated. by the vehicle warranty. Check
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
shown on the Tire and Loading level is within the operating range
Information label. See Tire and the oil pressure is still low,
Pressure 0 241. have the vehicle serviced. Always This light comes on for a few
follow the maintenance schedule seconds when the ignition is turned
When the Light Flashes First and on as a check to indicate it is
Then Is On Steady for changing engine oil.
working. If it does not come on,
If the light flashes for about a minute have it fixed.
and then stays on, there may be a The low fuel warning light comes on
problem with the TPMS. If the and a chime sounds periodically
problem is not corrected, the light when the vehicle is low on fuel. The
will come on at every ignition cycle. light turns off when fuel is added to
See Tire Pressure Monitor the fuel tank.
Operation 0 243.
This light should come on briefly as Immobilizer Light
Engine Oil Pressure Light the engine is started. If it does not
come on, have the vehicle serviced
Caution by your dealer.
Lack of proper engine oil If the light comes on and stays on, it
maintenance can damage the means that oil is not flowing through
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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The immobilizer light should come Front Fog Lamp Light Cruise Control Light
on briefly as the engine is started.
If it does not come on, have the
vehicle serviced by your dealer.
If the system is working normally,
the indicator light turns off.
If the light stays on and the engine
does not start, there could be a
problem with the immobilizer For vehicles with front fog lamps, For vehicles with cruise control, the
system. See Immobilizer this light comes on when the front cruise control light is white when the
Operation 0 38. fog lamps are in use. cruise control is on and ready, and
The light goes out when the front turns green when the cruise control
High-Beam On Light fog lamps are turned off. See Front is set and active.
Fog Lamps 0 142 for more The light turns off when the cruise
information. control is turned off. See Cruise
Control 0 182.
Lamps On Reminder
This light comes on when the

high-beam headlamps are in use.
See Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Changer 0 139.
This light comes on when the
exterior lamps are in use. See
Exterior Lamp Controls 0 139.
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Information Displays MENU : Press to display the Trip/

Fuel Menu and the Vehicle
Also displays the approximate
average liters per 100 kilometers (L/
Information Menu. This button is 100 km) or miles per gallon (mpg).
Driver Information Center also used to return to or exit the last This number is based on the
(DIC) (Base Level) screen displayed on the DIC. number of L/100 km (mpg) recorded
since the last time this menu item
The DIC displays information about Trip/Fuel Menu (TRIP) Items was reset. This number reflects only
your vehicle. It also displays
Press MENU on the turn signal the approximate average fuel
warning messages if a system
lever until the Trip/Fuel menu economy that the vehicle has right
problem is detected. See Vehicle
displays. Use \ to scroll through now, and will change as driving
Messages 0 124. All messages
the menu items. Not all items are conditions change. Reset the
appear in the DIC display in the
available on every vehicle. The average consumption by pressing
center of the instrument cluster.
following is a list of all possible SET/CLR when it is displayed.
DIC Operation and Displays menu items: Fuel Range : Displays the
The DIC has different displays Digital Speedometer : Displays approximate distance the vehicle
which can be accessed by using the how fast the vehicle is moving in can be driven without refueling. The
DIC buttons on the turn signal lever. either kilometers per hour (km/h) or fuel range estimate is based on an
miles per hour (mph). The average of the vehicle's fuel
DIC Buttons economy over recent driving history
speedometer cannot be reset.
and the amount of fuel remaining in
Trip 1 or Trip 2, Average Fuel the fuel tank. Fuel range cannot be
Economy : Displays the current reset.
distance traveled, in either
kilometers (km) or miles (mi), from Instantaneous Fuel Economy :
the last reset for the trip odometer. The center displays the approximate
The trip odometer can be reset to instantaneous fuel economy.
SET/CLR : Press to set or clear the zero by pressing and holding the Navigation : Used for the OnStar
menu item displayed. SET/CLR button while the trip Turn-by-Turn guidance. See OnStar
odometer display is showing. Overview 0 304.
\ : Use the band to scroll through
the items in each menu.
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Vehicle Information Menu The Oil Life display must be reset Driver Information Center
(VEHICLE) Items after each oil change. Do not reset
the Oil Life display accidentally at
(DIC) (Uplevel)
Press MENU on the turn signal any time other than when the oil has The Driver Information Center (DIC)
lever until the Vehicle menu is just been changed. It cannot be displays information about the
displayed. Use \ to scroll through reset accurately until the next oil vehicle. It also displays warning
the menu items. Not all items are change. To reset the engine oil life messages if a system problem is
available on every vehicle. The system, see Engine Oil Life detected. See Vehicle Messages
following is a list of all possible System 0 209. 0 124. All messages appear in the
menu items: DIC display in the center of the
Tire Pressure : Displays a vehicle
Remaining Oil Life : Displays an with the approximate pressures of instrument cluster.
estimate of the oil's remaining useful all four tires. Tire pressure is The vehicle may also have features
life. If REMAINING OIL LIFE 99% is displayed in either kilopascal (kPa) that can be customized through the
displayed, that means 99% of the or in pounds per square inch (psi). controls on the radio. See Vehicle
current oil life remains. See Tire Pressure Monitor System Personalization 0 130.
When the remaining oil life is low, 0 242 and Tire Pressure Monitor
Operation 0 243. DIC Operation and Displays
the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON
message will appear on the display. The DIC has different displays
Units : Move \ to change between
See Engine Oil Messages 0 125. which can be accessed by using the
Metric or US when the Unit display DIC buttons on the turn signal lever.
The oil should be changed as soon is active. Press SET/CLR to confirm
as possible. See Engine Oil 0 207. The DIC displays trip, fuel, and
the setting. This will change the vehicle system information, and
In addition to the engine oil life displays on the DIC to the type of
system monitoring the oil life, warning messages if a system
measurements you select. problem is detected.
additional maintenance is
recommended in the Maintenance The bottom of the DIC display
Schedule in this manual. See shows the position of the shift lever
Maintenance Schedule 0 278. and the odometer. It may also show
the direction the vehicle is driving.
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In cold weather the DIC display may 1. Press MENU to access the . Trip A or B, Average Fuel
change slowly. This is normal and cluster applications. Economy
will move more quickly as the . Fuel Range
vehicle's interior temperature rises. 2. Use \ to scroll to the Options
menu and press SET/CLR. . Oil Life
3. Use \ to choose the Info . Tire Pressure
pages. Press SET/CLR to . Fuel Economy
select.
Digital Speedometer
4. Select Edit List.
The speedometer shows how fast
5. Use \ to move through the list the vehicle is moving in either
Use the controls to open and scroll of possible information kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles
through the different items and displays. per hour (mph). The speedometer
displays. 6. Press SET/CLR while an item cannot be reset.
SET/CLR : Press to set or clear the is highlighted to select or Trip A or Trip B, Average Fuel
menu item displayed. deselect that item. When an Economy
item is selected, a checkmark
\ : Use the band to scroll through will appear next to it. Displays the current distance
the items in each menu. traveled, in either kilometers (km) or
7. To exit, scroll to Exit and miles (mi), from the last reset for the
MENU : Press to display the Trip/
select. trip odometer. The trip odometer can
Fuel Menu and the Vehicle
Information Menu. This button is DIC Menu Items be reset to zero by pressing and
also used to return to or exit the last holding the reset stem in the cluster
screen displayed on the DIC. Press MENU on the turn signal while the trip odometer display is
lever until the Info menu is showing.
DIC Info Page Options displayed. Use \ scroll through the Also displays the approximate
The info pages on the DIC can be menu items. Not all items are average liters per 100 kilometers
turned on or off through the available on every vehicle. (L/100 km) or miles per gallon
Options app. . Digital Speedometer (mpg). This number is based on the
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number of L/100 km (mpg) recorded See Engine Oil Messages 0 125. and Tire Pressure Monitor
since the last time this menu item The oil should be changed as soon Operation 0 243 for more
was reset. This number reflects only as possible. See Engine Oil 0 207. information.
the approximate average fuel In addition to the Engine Oil Life
economy that the vehicle has right System monitoring the oil life, Fuel Economy
now, and will change as driving additional maintenance is The center displays the approximate
conditions change. The average fuel recommended in the Maintenance instantaneous fuel economy as a
economy can be reset by pressing Schedule in this manual. See number and bar graph. Displayed
SET/CLR while the Average Fuel Maintenance Schedule 0 278 for above the bar graph is a running
Economy display is showing. more information. average of fuel economy for the
Remember, the Oil Life display must most recently travelled selected
Fuel Range distance. Displayed below the bar
be reset after each oil change. It will
This display shows the approximate not reset itself. Also, be careful not graph is the best average fuel
distance the vehicle can be driven to reset the Oil Life display economy that has been achieved for
without refueling. The fuel range accidentally at any time other than the selected distance. The selected
estimate is based on an average of when the oil has just been changed. distance is displayed at the top of
the vehicle’s fuel economy over It cannot be reset accurately until the page as “last xxx mi/km”.
recent driving history and the the next oil change. To reset the Press SET/CLR to select the
amount of fuel remaining in the fuel Engine Oil Life System, press SET/ distance or reset best value.
tank. Fuel range cannot be reset. CLR while the Remaining Oil Life Hold SET/CLR to reset the best
Oil Life display is active. See Engine Oil average fuel economy. After reset,
Life System 0 209. the best value displays until the
This display shows an estimate of
the oil's remaining useful life. If OIL Tire Pressure selected distance has been
LIFE 99% REMAINING is displayed, travelled. The display provides
The display will show a vehicle with information on how current driving
that means 99% of the current oil the approximate pressures of all
life remains. behavior affects the running
four tires. Tire pressure is displayed average and how well recent driving
When the remaining oil life is low, in either kilopascal (kPa) or pounds compares to the best that has been
the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON per square inch (psi). See Tire achieved for the selected distance.
message will appear on the display. Pressure Monitor System 0 242
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Compass Vehicle Messages Battery Voltage and

The vehicle has a compass display Messages displayed on the DIC Charging Messages
in the DIC. See Compass 0 103 for indicate the status of the vehicle or
more information. BATTERY LOW START
some action that may be needed to VEHICLE
correct a condition. Multiple
messages may display one after the If this message displays, start the
other. vehicle to prevent further draining of
the battery.
The messages that do not require
immediate action can be BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE
acknowledged and cleared by
This message displays when the
pressing SET/CLR. The messages
that require immediate action cannot vehicle has detected that the battery
voltage is dropping beyond a
be cleared until that action is
reasonable point. The battery saver
performed. All messages should be
taken seriously and clearing the system starts reducing features of
messages does not correct the the vehicle that may be noticed. At
the point that features are disabled,
problem.
this message displays. Turn off
The following are some of the unnecessary accessories to allow
vehicle messages that may be the battery to recharge.
displayed depending on your
vehicle content. LOW BATTERY
This message is displayed when the
battery voltage is low. See Battery -
North America 0 219.
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Brake System Messages Cruise Control Messages Engine Cooling System

BRAKE FLUID LOW CRUISE SET TO XXX Messages
This message is displayed when the This message displays when the ENGINE OVERHEATED —
brake fluid level is low. See Brake cruise control is set and shows the IDLE ENGINE
Fluid 0 218. speed it was set to. See Cruise This message displays when the
Control 0 182. engine coolant temperature is too
BRAKES OVERHEATED
hot. Stop and allow the vehicle to
This message may display if the Door Ajar Messages idle until it cools down.
brakes are too hot.
DOOR(S) OPEN ENGINE OVERHEATED —
RELEASE PARKING BRAKE STOP ENGINE
This message will display, along
This message is displayed if the with a symbol on the DIC showing This message displays and a
parking brake is applied. Release it which door, when the vehicle has continuous chime sounds if the
before you attempt to drive. See been shifted out of P (Park) or starts engine cooling system reaches
Parking Brake 0 179 for more to move and a door is open. Close unsafe temperatures for operation.
information. the door completely. Stop and turn off the vehicle as
SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST HOOD OPEN soon as it is safe to do so to avoid
severe damage. This message
This message is displayed when This message may display along clears when the engine has cooled
there is a problem with the brake with a hood open symbol when the to a safe operating temperature.
assist system. Take the vehicle to hood is open. Close the hood
your dealer. completely. Engine Oil Messages
REAR ACCESS OPEN CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON
This message will display when the This message displays when the
liftgate is open. Close the liftgate engine oil needs to be changed.
completely. When the engine oil is changed, be
sure to reset the Oil Life System.
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See Engine Oil Life System 0 209, the vehicle's ability to accelerate. Key and Lock Messages
Driver Information Center (DIC) If this message is on, but there is no
(Uplevel) 0 121 or Driver Information reduction in performance, proceed NO REMOTE DETECTED
Center (DIC) (Base Level) 0 120, to your destination. The This message displays when the
Engine Oil 0 207, and Maintenance performance may be reduced the transmitter battery may be weak.
Schedule 0 278. next time the vehicle is driven. The See “Starting the Vehicle with a Low
vehicle may be driven at a reduced Transmitter Battery” under Remote
ENGINE OIL HOT, IDLE speed while this message is on, but
ENGINE Keyless Entry (RKE) System
maximum acceleration and speed Operation 0 26.
This message displays when the may be reduced. Anytime this
engine oil temperature is too hot. message stays on, or displays NO REMOTE DETECTED
Stop and allow the vehicle to idle repeatedly, the vehicle should be PRESS BRAKE TO START
until it cools down. taken to your dealer for service as
soon as possible. This message displays when
ENGINE OIL LOW ADD OIL attempting to turn off the vehicle
and the RKE transmitter is no longer
On some vehicles, this message Fuel System Messages detected. Restarting is allowed
displays when the engine oil level without the RKE transmitter for
may be too low. Check the oil level FUEL LEVEL LOW
five minutes. Press the brake pedal
before filling to the recommended This message displays when the and ENGINE START/STOP to
level. If the oil is not low and this vehicle is low on fuel. Refuel as restart the vehicle.
message remains on, take the soon as possible.
vehicle to your dealer for service. NO REMOTE KEY WAS
See Engine Oil 0 207. TIGHTEN GAS CAP DETECTED PLACE KEY IN
This message displays when the TRANSMITTER POCKET THEN
Engine Power Messages fuel cap is not on tight. Tighten the START YOUR VEHICLE
fuel cap.
ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED This message displays when trying
to start the vehicle if an RKE
This message displays when the transmitter is not detected. The
vehicle's engine power is reduced. transmitter battery may be weak.
Reduced engine power can affect See “Starting the Vehicle with a Low
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Transmitter Battery” under Remote FRONT CAMERA BLOCKED, PARK ASSIST FAULT CLEAN
Keyless Entry (RKE) System CLEAN WINDSHIELD BUMPER
Operation 0 26.
This message displays when the This message displays if snow,
REMOTE LEFT IN VEHICLE Lane Departure Warning (LDW) and mud, ice, or dirt is blocking the
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) sensors on the bumpers. Clean the
This message displays when
systems are disabled because the bumpers.
leaving the vehicle with the RKE
camera view is blocked and cannot
transmitter still inside. SERVICE FRONT CAMERA
operate properly. It may also
REPLACE BATTERY IN activate during heavy rain or due to If this message remains on after
REMOTE KEY road spray. To clean the system, continued driving, the vehicle needs
clean the outside of the windshield service. Do not use the Lane
This message displays when the area in front of the LDW/FCA Departure Warning (LDW) and
battery in the RKE transmitter needs camera sensor. Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
to be replaced. features. Take the vehicle to your
LANE DEPARTURE WARNING dealer.
Object Detection System UNAVAILABLE
Messages If equipped with the Lane Departure
SERVICE PARKING ASSIST
Warning (LDW) system, this This message displays if there is a
FORWARD COLLISION message may display if the LDW problem with the Front and Rear
ALERT OFF system cannot activate due to a Parking Assist (FRPA) system. Do
If equipped with the Forward temporary condition. See Lane not use this system to help you
Collision Alert (FCA) system, this Departure Warning (LDW) 0 192. park. See Parking Assist 0 187.
message may display if the FCA PARK ASSIST OFF SERVICE SIDE DETECTION
system cannot activate due to a
temporary condition. See Forward This message displays when the SYSTEM
Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 188. parking assist system has been If this message remains on after
turned off or when there is a continued driving, the vehicle needs
temporary condition causing the service. Side Blind Zone Alert
system to be disabled. See Parking
Assist 0 187.
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(SBZA) and Rear Cross Traffic Alert Ride Control System when you begin driving, the AWD
(RCTA) features will not work. Take system needs service. See your
the vehicle to your dealer.
Messages dealer.
SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT OFF ALL WHEEL DRIVE OFF TRACTION CONTROL OFF
This message indicates that the If your vehicle has the All-Wheel This message displays when the
driver has turned the Side Blind Drive (AWD) system, this message Traction Control System (TCS) is
Zone Alert (SBZA) system off. displays when the rear drive system turned off. Adjust your driving
is overheating. This message turns accordingly.
SIDE DETECTION SYSTEM off when the rear drive system cools
UNAVAILABLE down. If the warning message stays TRACTION CONTROL ON
on for a while, you need to reset the
This message indicates that Side This message displays when the
warning message. To reset the
Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) and Rear Traction Control System (TCS) is
warning message, turn the ignition
Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) are first turned on. See Traction Control/
off and then back on again. If the
disabled either because the sensor Electronic Stability Control 0 180 for
message stays on, see your dealer
is blocked and cannot detect more information.
right away. See All-Wheel Drive
vehicles in the blind zone, or the 0 178 for more information.
vehicle is passing through an open Airbag System Messages
area, such as the desert, where SERVICE ALL WHEEL DRIVE
there is insufficient data for SYSTEM SERVICE AIRBAG
operation. This message may also This message displays if there is a
activate during heavy rain or due to If your vehicle has the All-Wheel
Drive (AWD) system, this message problem with the airbag system. See
road spray. The vehicle does not your dealer for service.
need service. For cleaning, see displays if a problem occurs with
“Washing the Vehicle” under this system. If this message
Exterior Care 0 265. appears, stop as soon as possible
and turn off the vehicle. Restart the
vehicle and check for the message
on the DIC display. If the message
is still displayed or appears again
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Starting the Vehicle TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE More than one tire pressure
message can be received at a time.
Messages This message displays when the
The DIC also shows the tire
system is learning new tires. See
PRESS BRAKE TO START pressure values. See Driver
Tire Pressure Monitor
Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel)
This message is displayed when Operation 0 243.
0 121 or Driver Information Center
attempting to start the vehicle TIRE PRESSURE LOW ADD (DIC) (Base Level) 0 120.
without first pressing the brake
pedal. AIR TO TIRE
On vehicles with the Tire Pressure
Transmission Messages
SERVICE KEYLESS START Monitor System (TPMS), this SERVICE TRANSMISSION
SYSTEM message displays when the
pressure in one or more of the This message displays if there is a
This message is displayed if there is problem with the transmission. See
a problem with the pushbutton start vehicle's tires is low.
your dealer.
system. Take the vehicle to your The low tire pressure warning light
dealer for service. will also come on. See Tire TRANSMISSION HOT — IDLE
Pressure Light 0 117. ENGINE
Tire Messages If a tire pressure message displays, This message displays and a chime
SERVICE TIRE MONITOR inflate the tires until the tire pressure sounds if the transmission fluid in
SYSTEM is equal to the values shown on the the vehicle gets hot. Driving with the
Tire and Loading Information label. transmission fluid temperature high
This message displays if there is a See Tires 0 234, Vehicle Load can cause damage to the vehicle.
problem with the Tire Pressure Limits 0 241, and Tire Stop the vehicle and let it idle to
Monitor System (TPMS). See Tire Pressure 0 241. allow the transmission to cool. This
Pressure Monitor Operation 0 243. message clears when the fluid
temperature reaches a safe level.
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Vehicle Personalization Menus Language (Language)

Personalization The following list of features may be Select Language, then select from
available: the available language(s).
Use the audio system controls to . Time and Date
access the personalization menus Valet Mode
for customizing vehicle features. . Language (Language) To turn Valet Mode on and off, see
The following are all possible . Valet Mode “Valet Mode” under “Setting Radio
personalization features. Depending Preferences” in the infotainment
. Radio
on the vehicle, some may not be manual.
available. . Vehicle
Radio
To access the personalization . Bluetooth
To manage the radio features, see
menus: . Apple CarPlay “Radio” under “Settings” in the
1. Press SETTINGS on the Home . Android Auto infotainment manual.
page on the infotainment
. Voice Vehicle
display.
. Display Select and the following may be
2. Press the desired feature to
display a list of available . Rear Camera displayed:
options. . . Climate and Air Quality
Return to Factory Settings
3. Press the desired option. . . Collision/Detection Systems
Software Information
4. Press to select the desired . . Comfort and Convenience
Wi-Fi
option setting. .
Each menu is detailed in the Lighting
5. Press BACK on the faceplate .
following information. Power Door Locks
or touch S to return to the
Time and Date . Remote Lock, Unlock, Start
previous menu or exit..
Manually set the time and date. See
Clock 0 104.
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Climate and Air Quality Collision/Detection Systems Auto Memory Recall

Select and the following may be Select and the following may be This feature automatically recalls
displayed: displayed: the current driver’s previously stored
. Auto Fan Speed . Rear Cross Traffic Alert 1 or 2 button positions when the
ignition is turned on. See Memory
. Auto Defog . Side Blind Zone Alert Seats 0 49.
. Auto Rear Defog Rear Cross Traffic Alert Select Off or On.
Auto Fan Speed Select Off or On. See Rear Vision Easy Exit Driver Seat
This feature will set the auto fan Camera (RVC) 0 185.
This feature automatically recalls
speed. Side Blind Zone Alert the current driver’s previously stored
Select Low, Medium, or High. Select Off or On. See Side Blind Exit button position when exiting the
Zone Alert (SBZA) 0 190. vehicle.
Auto Defog
See Memory Seats 0 49.
If equipped, the front defog will Comfort and Convenience
automatically react to temperature Select Off or On.
Select and the following may be
and humidity conditions that may displayed: Chime Volume
cause fogging.
. Auto Memory Recall This allows the selection of the
Select Off or On. chime volume level.
. Easy Exit Driver Seat
Auto Rear Defog . Chime Volume Touch + or − to adjust the volume.
This allows the Auto Rear Defog to . Reverse Tilt Mirror Reverse Tilt Mirror
be turned on or off. This feature will
automatically turn on the rear . Rainsense Wipers When on, both the driver and
window defogger when it is cold passenger outside mirrors will tilt
. Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear downward when the vehicle is
outside.
shifted to R (Reverse) to improve
Select Off or On. visibility of the ground near the rear
wheels. They will return to their
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previous driving position when the Select Off or On. Auto Door Unlock
vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse) This allows selection of which of the
or the engine is turned off. Exit Lighting
doors will automatically unlock when
Select Off or On . This allows the selection of how the vehicle is shifted into P (Park).
long the exterior lamps stay on
Rainsense Wipers when leaving the vehicle when it is Select Off, All Doors, or Driver Door.
This allows the feature to be turned dark outside. Delayed Door Lock
on or off. Select Off, 30 Seconds, 60 When on, this feature will delay the
Select Off or On. Seconds, or 120 Seconds. locking of the doors. To override the
Power Door Locks delay, press the power door lock
Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear switch on the door.
When on and the front wiper is on, Select and the following may be
displayed: Select Off or On.
the rear wiper will automatically
activate when the vehicle is shifted . Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out Remote Lock, Unlock, Start
to R (Reverse). . Auto Door Unlock Select and the following may be
Select Off or On. . Delayed Door Lock displayed:
Lighting . Remote Unlock Light Feedback
Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out
Select and the following may be . Remote Lock Feedback
When on, this feature will keep the
displayed: driver door from locking when the . Remote Door Unlock
. Vehicle Locator Lights door is open. If Off is selected, the . Remote Start Auto Heat Seats
. Exit Lighting Delayed Door Lock menu will be
available. . Passive Door Unlock
Vehicle Locator Lights Select Off or On. . Passive Door Lock
This feature will flash the exterior . Remote Left in Vehicle Alert
lamps when K on the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is
pressed to locate the vehicle.
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Remote Unlock Light Feedback Remote Start Auto Heat Seats Bluetooth
When on, the exterior lamps will If equipped and turned on, this Select and the following may be
flash when unlocking the vehicle feature will turn on the heated seats displayed:
with the RKE transmitter. when using remote start on . Pair New Device
Select Off or Flash Lights. cold days. See Heated Front Seats
0 51 and Remote Vehicle Start 0 32. . Device Management
Remote Lock Feedback Select Off or On. . Ringtones
This allows selection of what type of . Voice Mail Numbers
feedback is given when locking the Passive Door Unlock
vehicle with the RKE transmitter. This allows the selection of what . Text Message Alerts
Select Off, Lights and Horn, Lights doors will unlock when using the Pair New Device
Only, or Horn Only. button on the driver door to unlock
the vehicle. Select to pair a new device. See
Remote Door Unlock “Pairing” in “Infotainment Controls”
Select All Doors or Driver Door. under “Bluetooth” in the infotainment
This allows selection of which doors manual.
Passive Door Lock
will unlock when pressing K on the
RKE transmitter. This allows passive locking to be Device Management
turned on or off and selects Select to connect to a different
When set to Driver Door, the driver feedback. See Remote Keyless phone source, disconnect a phone,
door will unlock the first time K is Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 26. or delete a phone.
pressed and all doors will unlock Select Off, On with Horn
when K is pressed a second time. Ringtones
Chirp, or On.
When set to All Doors, all of the Press to change the ring tone for
doors will unlock at the first press Remote Left in Vehicle Alert the specific phone. The phone does
of K. This feature sounds an alert when not need to be connected to change
the RKE transmitter is left in the the ring tone.
Select All Doors or Driver Door. vehicle.
Select Off or On.
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Voice Mail Numbers Manage Apple CarPlay Devices . Audio Feedback Speed
This feature displays the voice mail Select to manage Apple devices. . Display “What Can I Say?” Tips
number for all connected phones. Apple CarPlay must be on for this
To change the voice mail number, feature to be accessed. See “Apple Confidence Threshold
touch y. Type a new number, then CarPlay and Android Auto” under This feature allows the adjustment
touch SAVE. “Phone” in the infotainment manual. of the sensitivity of the speech
recognition system.
Text Message Alerts Android Auto
Select Confirm More or
This allows the feature to be turned Select and the following may Confirm Less.
on or off. display:
Prompt Length
Select Off or On. . Android Auto
This feature adjusts the voice
. Manage Android Auto Devices
Apple CarPlay™ prompt length.
Select and the following may Android Auto Select Short or Long.
display: Select to turn this feature off or on.
Audio Feedback Speed
. Apple CarPlay Select Off or On.
This feature adjusts the audio
. Manage Apple CarPlay Devices Manage Android Auto Devices feedback speed.
Apple CarPlay Select to manage Android devices. Select Slow, Medium, or Fast.
This feature allows Apple devices to Android Auto must be on for this
Display “What Can I Say?” Tips
be connected to the infotainment feature to be accessed.
system through a USB port. See This feature gives tips on what to
Voice say when using voice recognition.
“Apple CarPlay and Android Auto”
under “Phone” in the infotainment Select and the following may be Select Off or On.
manual. displayed:
Select Off or On. . Confidence Threshold
. Prompt Length
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Display Return to Factory Settings Wi-Fi

Select and the following may be Select and the following may be Select and the following may
displayed: displayed: display:
. Calibrate Touchscreen . Restore Vehicle Settings . Wi-Fi
. Turn Display Off . Clear All Private Data . Manage Wi-Fi Networks
Calibrate Touchscreen . Restore Radio Settings Wi-Fi
Select to calibrate the touchscreen, Restore Vehicle Settings This feature allows Wi-Fi networks
then follow the prompts. This allows selection of restoring to be turned off or on.
Turn Display Off vehicle settings. Select Off or On.
Select to turn the display off. Touch Select Restore or Cancel. Manage Wi-Fi Networks
anywhere on the display area or Clear All Private Data Select to manage Wi-Fi networks.
press any faceplate button to turn Wi-Fi must be on for this feature to
the display on. This allows selection to clear all
private information from the vehicle. be accessed.
Rear Camera
Select Delete or Cancel.
Select and the following may be
displayed: Restore Radio Settings
. Guidance Lines This allows selection to restore
radio settings.
Guidance Lines
Select Restore or Cancel.
Select to turn Off or On. See Rear
Vision Camera (RVC) 0 185. Software Information
Select to view the infotainment
system current software information.
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Universal Remote instructions refer to a garage door Make sure the hand-held transmitter
opener, but can be used for other has a new battery for quick and
System devices. accurate transmission of the
Do not use the Universal Remote radio-frequency signal.
See Radio Frequency
Statement 0 301. system with any garage door opener Programming the Universal
that does not have the stop and Remote System
Universal Remote System reverse feature. This includes any
For questions or help programming
garage door opener model
Programming manufactured before April 1, 1982. the Universal Remote system, call
1-800-355-3515 or see
Read these instructions completely www.homelink.com.
before programming the Universal
Remote system. It may help to have Programming involves
another person assist with the time-sensitive actions, and may time
programming process. out causing the procedure to be
repeated.
Keep the original hand-held
transmitter for use in other vehicles To program up to three devices:
as well as for future programming. 1. Hold the end of the hand-held
Erase the programming when transmitter about 3 to 8 cm (1
vehicle ownership is terminated. to 3 in) away from the
See “Erasing Universal Remote Universal Remote system
System Buttons” later in this buttons with the indicator light
If equipped, these buttons are in the section. in view. The hand-held
overhead console. To program a garage door opener, transmitter was supplied by the
park outside directly in line with and manufacturer of the garage
This system can replace up to three door opener receiver.
remote control transmitters used to facing the garage door opener
activate devices such as garage receiver. Clear all people and 2. At the same time, press and
door openers, security systems, and objects near the garage door. hold both the hand-held
home automation devices. These transmitter button and one of
the three Universal Remote
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system buttons to be used to be required. For a second The name and color of the
operate the garage door. Do time, press and hold the button may vary by
not release either button until newly programmed button manufacturer.
the indicator light changes from for five seconds. If the light 5. Press and release the Learn or
a slow to a rapid flash. Then stays on or the garage door Smart button. Step 6 must be
release both buttons. moves, programming is completed within 30 seconds of
Some garage door openers complete. pressing this button.
may require substitution of . If the indicator light blinks 6. Inside the vehicle, press and
Step 2 with the procedure rapidly for two seconds, hold the newly programmed
under “Radio Signals for then changes to a solid light Universal Remote system
Canada and Some Gate and the garage door does button for two seconds and
Operators” later in this section. not move, continue with then release it. If the garage
3. Press and hold the newly programming Steps 4–6. door does not move or the
programmed Universal Remote lamp on the garage door
system button for five seconds opener receiver does not flash,
while watching the indicator press and hold the same
light and garage door button a second time for
activation. two seconds, then release it.
. If the indicator light stays on Again, if the door does not
continuously or the garage move or the garage door lamp
door moves when the does not flash, press and hold
button is pressed, then the same button a third time for
Learn or Smart Button two seconds, then release it.
programming is complete.
There is no need to 4. After completing Steps 1–3, The Universal Remote system
complete Steps 4–6. locate the Learn or Smart should now activate the
. If the indicator light does button inside the garage on the garage door.
garage door opener receiver.
not come on or the garage Repeat the process for
door does not move, a programming the two remaining
second button press may buttons.
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Radio Signals for Canada and Universal Remote System Reprogramming a Single
Some Gate Operators Operation Universal Remote System
For questions or programming help Button
call 1-800-355-3515 or see Using the Universal Remote To reprogram any of the system
www.homelink.com. System buttons:
Canadian radio-frequency laws and Press and hold the appropriate 1. Press and hold any one of the
some U.S. gate operators require Universal Remote system button for buttons. Do not release the
transmitter signals to time out or quit at least one-half second. The button.
after several seconds of indicator light will come on while the
signal is being transmitted. 2. The indicator light will begin to
transmission. This may not be long
flash after 20 seconds. Without
enough for the Universal Remote Erasing Universal Remote releasing the button, proceed
system to pick up the signal during
programming.
System Buttons with Step 1 under
Erase all programmed buttons when “Programming the Universal
If the programming did not work, Remote System.”
vehicle ownership is terminated.
replace Step 2 under “Programming
the Universal Remote System” with To erase:
the following: 1. Press and hold the two outside
Press and hold the Universal buttons until the indicator light
Remote system button while begins to flash. This should
pressing and releasing the take about 10 seconds.
hand-held transmitter button every 2. Release both buttons.
two seconds until the signal has
been successfully accepted by the
Universal Remote system. The
Universal Remote system indicator
light will flash slowly at first and then
rapidly. Proceed with Step 3 under
“Programming the Universal Remote
System” to complete.
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Lighting 139
Lighting Exterior Lighting Headlamp High/

Low-Beam Changer
Exterior Lamp Controls
Exterior Lighting
Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . 139
Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Daytime Running
Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Automatic Headlamp
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . 141
Turn and Lane-Change
The exterior lamp control is on the 3 : Push the turn signal lever away
Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 from you and release, to turn the
instrument panel to the left of the
Front Fog Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 O : Turns the exterior lamps off. release.
Courtesy Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 AUTO : Turns the exterior lamps on
Dome Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 and off automatically depending on
Reading Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 outside lighting.
Lighting Features ; : Turns on the parking lamps
Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 including all lamps, except the
Exit Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 headlamps.
Battery Power Protection . . . . . 144 5 : Turns on the headlamps 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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140 Lighting
Flash-to-Pass When the DRL are on, only the

low-beam headlamps, at a reduced
To flash the high beams, pull the level of brightness, will be on. The
turn signal lever all the way toward taillamps, sidemarker, instrument
you. Then release it. panel, and other lamps will not
be on.
Daytime Running The headlamps automatically
Lamps (DRL) change from DRL to the regular
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, The vehicle has a light sensor on
the headlamps go off and the DRL top of the instrument panel. Make
A light sensor on top of the
come on. sure it is not covered, or the
instrument panel makes the DRL
headlamps will be on when they are
work, so be sure it is not covered. To turn the DRL off or on again, turn not needed.
The DRL system makes the the exterior lamp control to the off
position and then release. For The system may also turn on the
low-beam headlamps come on at a
vehicles first sold in Canada, the headlamps when driving through a
reduced brightness when the
DRL cannot be turned off. parking garage or tunnel.
following conditions are met:
. The ignition is in the ON/ If the vehicle is started in a dark
RUN mode.
Automatic Headlamp garage, the automatic headlamp
System system comes on immediately. If it
. The exterior lamp control is is light outside when the vehicle
in AUTO. When it is dark enough outside and leaves the garage, there is a slight
the exterior lamp control is in the delay before the automatic
. The engine is running.
automatic position, the headlamps headlamp system changes to the
come on automatically. See Exterior DRL. During that delay, the
Lamp Controls 0 139. instrument cluster may not be as
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Lighting 141
bright as usual. Make sure the Hazard Warning Flashers Turn and Lane-Change
instrument panel brightness control
is in the full bright position. See
Signals
Instrument Panel Illumination
Control 0 142.
Lights On with Wipers
If the windshield wipers are
activated in daylight with the engine
on, and the exterior lamp control is
in AUTO, the headlamps, parking
lamps, and other exterior lamps
come on. The transition time for the
lamps coming on varies based on Move the lever all the way up or
wiper speed. When the wipers are down to signal a turn.
not operating, these lamps turn off. An arrow on the instrument cluster
| : Press and momentarily hold to
Move the exterior lamp control to P make the front and rear turn signal will flash in the direction of the turn
or ; to disable this feature. lamps flash on and off. This warns or lane change.
others that you are having trouble. Raise or lower the lever until the
Press and momentarily hold again arrow starts to flash to signal a lane
to turn the flashers off. change. The turn signal flashes
three times.
The lever returns to its starting
position when it is released.
If after signaling a turn or lane
change the arrow flashes rapidly or
does not come on, a signal bulb
may be burned out. Replace any
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142 Lighting
burned out bulbs. If a bulb is not Interior Lighting Courtesy Lamps

burned out, check the fuse. See
Fuses and Circuit Breakers 0 227. The courtesy lamps come on
Instrument Panel automatically when any door is
Front Fog Lamps Illumination Control opened and the dome lamp is in the
door position.
Dome Lamps
Front and Rear Dome Lamps
The fog lamps button is on the The brightness of the instrument

instrument panel to left of the panel cluster display, infotainment
steering wheel. display and controls, steering wheel
controls, and all other illuminated
To turn on the fog lamps, the ignition controls, as well as feature status
and the headlamps or parking lamps indicators can be adjusted.
must be on.
The knob for this feature is on the
# : If equipped, press to turn on or instrument panel beside the steering
off. An indicator light on the The front dome lamp controls are in
column. the overhead console.
instrument cluster comes on when
the fog lamps are on. Turn the knob clockwise or ( : Press to turn the lamps off,
counterclockwise to brighten or dim even when a door is open.
Some localities have laws that the lights.
require the headlamps to be on
along with the fog lamps.
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Lighting 143
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 0 130.
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, lights come on at night, or in areas
even when a door is open. with limited lighting, when the driver
door is opened after the ignition is
H : When the button is returned to turned off. The interior lamps come
the middle position, the lamps turn on after the ignition is changed to
on automatically when a door is the OFF position. The exterior
opened.
R : Press to turn on the dome lamps.
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144 Lighting
lamps and interior lamps remain on

for a set amount of time, then
automatically turn off.
The exterior lamps turn off
immediately by turning the exterior
lamp control off.
This feature can be changed. See
Vehicle Personalization 0 130.
Battery Power Protection

The battery saver feature protects
against draining the vehicle's
battery.
If some interior lamps or the manual
parking lamps or headlamps are left
on and the ignition is turned off, the
battery rundown protection system
automatically turns the lamp off after
some time.
To restart the 10 minute timer, turn
the exterior lamp control to the O
position and then back to the ;
or 5 position. To keep the lamps
on for more than 10 minutes, the
ignition must be in the ACC/
ACCESSORY or ON/RUN position.
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Infotainment System 145
Infotainment Introduction
System Infotainment
See the infotainment manual for
Introduction information on the radio, audio
Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145 players, phone, navigation system,
and voice or speech recognition.
It also includes information on
settings.
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146 Climate Controls
Climate Controls Climate Control Systems

The heating, cooling, defrosting, and ventilation for the vehicle can be
Climate Control Systems controlled with this system.
Climate Control Systems . . . . . 146
Dual Automatic Climate
Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Air Vents
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Maintenance
Air Intake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Passenger Compartment Air
Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
1. Temperature Control 5. Rear Window Defogger

2. Air Delivery Modes 6. Air Conditioning or Comfort/
3. Fan Control Eco Air Conditioning
4. Defrost 7. Recirculation
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Climate Controls 147
Climate Control Influence on Stop/ . Only use defrost to clear the For best results, clear all snow and
Start Operation and Fuel Economy windows. ice from the windshield before
(If Equipped) 9 : Turn the knob clockwise or defrosting.
The climate control system depends counterclockwise to increase or Do not drive the vehicle until all the
on other vehicle systems for heat decrease the fan speed. Turn the windows are clear.
and power input. Certain climate knob completely to 0 to turn off the
control settings can lead to higher fan and air conditioning compressor. Air Conditioning
fuel usage and/or fewer auto stops. Temperature Control : Turn the # : For non-stop/start vehicles,
The following are climate control knob clockwise or counterclockwise press to turn the air conditioning on
settings that use more fuel: to increase or decrease the or off. If the fan is turned off or the
temperature setting. outside temperature falls below
. Comfort air conditioning mode. freezing, the air conditioner will not
. The defrost mode. Air Delivery Mode Control : run and the indicator light turns off.
Press [, Y , or X to change the # : For stop/start vehicles, press to
. Extreme temperature settings,
direction of the airflow. Air delivery cycle between the off, comfort, and
such as LO or HI.
mode settings can be combined. An eco air conditioning modes. The
. High fan speed settings. indicator light comes on in the indicator will be lit in comfort and
To help reduce fuel usage: selected mode button. eco modes and turns off when there
. Use the full automatic control as [ : Air is directed to the floor is no air conditioning function. If the
described under “Automatic outlets. fan is turned off or the outside
temperature falls below freezing, the
Operation” following. Y : Air is directed to the instrument air conditioning compressor will
. Use eco air conditioning, instead panel outlets.
not work.
of the comfort air conditioning. X : Air is directed to the windshield
and side window vents. For comfort a/c, press #. The
. Select a temperature setting that
indicator will turn amber. When the
is higher in hot weather and 0 : Press to clear the windshield indicator light is on, the air
lower in cold weather. of fog or frost more quickly. Air is conditioner runs automatically to
. Turn off the air conditioning directed to the windshield.
when it is not needed.
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cool the air inside the vehicle or to the vehicle. It helps to quickly cool
dry the air needed to defog the the air inside the vehicle or reduce Caution
windshield faster. entry of outside air and odors. To
improve fuel efficiency and to cool Do not use a razor blade or sharp
For eco a/c, press # again. The the vehicle faster, recirculation may object to clear the inside rear
indicator will turn green. This setting be automatically selected in warm window. Do not adhere anything
balances fuel economy and air weather when the temperature is set to the defogger grid lines in the
conditioning comfort. In warm to the coldest setting. The rear glass. These actions may
weather conditions, auto stops may recirculation light will not come on. damage the rear defogger.
occur more frequently and the Repairs would not be covered by
Press h to select recirculation;
vehicle interior may be warmer as the vehicle warranty.
compared to the comfort air press it again to select outside air.
conditioning. This setting allows Rear Window Defogger
higher humidity inside the vehicle
and window fogging before the 1 : Press to turn the rear window
engine restarts. defogger on or off. An indicator light
on the button comes on to show that
Pressing 0 during an auto stop the rear window defogger is on.
may restart the engine to prevent The defogger only works when the
window fogging. To reach comfort ignition is in ON/RUN. The defogger
levels quickly during an auto stop, turns off if the ignition is in the ACC/
the engine will restart if the air ACCESSORY or LOCK/OFF
conditioner is off and # is selected. position.
If temperature controls are adjusted Do not drive the vehicle until all the
cooler during an auto stop, the windows are clear.
engine may restart to ensure that
comfort is reached.
h : Press to turn on the
recirculation. An indicator light
comes on. Air is recirculated inside
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Dual Automatic Climate Control System Climate Control Influence on Stop/

Start Operation and Fuel Economy
The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with (If Equipped)
this system.
The climate control system depends
on other vehicle systems for heat
and power input. Certain climate
control settings can lead to higher
fuel usage and/or fewer auto stops.
The following are climate control
settings that use more fuel:
. Comfort air conditioning mode.
. The defrost mode.
. Extreme temperature settings,
such as LO or HI.
. High fan speed settings.
1. Driver and Passenger Heated 8. Air Conditioning or Comfort/ To help reduce fuel usage:
Seats (If Equipped) Eco Air Conditioning . Use the full automatic control as
2. Driver and Passenger 9. Recirculation described under “Automatic
Temperature Controls 10. Heated Steering Wheel (If Operation” following.
3. Air Delivery Modes Equipped) . Use eco air conditioning, instead
4. AUTO (Automatic Operation) of the comfort air conditioning.
. Select a temperature setting that
5. Defrost
is higher in hot weather and
6. Rear Window Defogger lower in cold weather.
7. Fan Controls . Turn off the air conditioning
when it is not needed.
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. Only use defrost to clear the will not come on. Press h to Changing the mode cancels the
windows. select recirculation; press it automatic operation and the
again to select outside air. direction of the airflow is manually
Automatic Operation controlled. Press AUTO to return to
The system automatically controls English units can be changed to automatic operation.
the fan speed, air delivery, air metric units through the Driver
conditioning, and recirculation in Information Center (DIC). See [ : Air is directed to the floor
Driver Information Center (DIC) outlets.
order to heat or cool the vehicle to
the desired temperature. (Uplevel) 0 121 or Driver Information Y : Air is directed to the instrument
Center (DIC) (Base Level) 0 120. panel outlets.
When AUTO is lit, all four functions
operate automatically. Each function Manual Operation X : Air is directed to the windshield
can also be manually set and the 9 : Press the lower 9 button to and side window vents.
selected setting is displayed. decrease the fan speed. Pressing 0 : Press to clear the windshield
Functions not manually set will the lower button longer turns the fan of fog or frost more quickly. Air is
continue to be automatically directed to the windshield.
and cooling off. Press the upper 9
controlled, even if the AUTO
indicator is not lit. button to increase the fan speed. For best results, clear all snow and
The selected fan speed is indicated ice from the windshield before
For automatic operation: by a number on the display screen. defrosting.
1. Press AUTO. Press AUTO to return to automatic
operation. Air Conditioning
2. Set the temperature. Allow the
system time to stabilize. Then Air Delivery Modes : Press [, Y, # : For non-start/stop vehicles,
press to turn the air conditioning on
adjust the temperature as or X to change the direction of the or off. If the fan is turned off or the
needed for best comfort. airflow. Air delivery mode settings outside temperature falls below
To improve fuel efficiency and can be combined. An indicator light freezing, the air conditioner will not
to cool the vehicle faster, comes on in the selected mode run and the indicator light turns off.
recirculation may be button.
Press AUTO to return to automatic
automatically selected in warm
operation. When the indicator light
weather. The recirculation light
is on, the air conditioner runs
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automatically to cool the air inside higher humidity inside the vehicle window fogging, it returns to normal
the vehicle or to dry the air needed and window fogging before the operation. To turn Auto Defog off or
to defog the windshield faster. engine restarts. on, see "Climate and Air Quality"
# : For stop/start vehicles, press to under Vehicle
Pressing 0 during an auto stop Personalization 0 130.
cycle between the off, comfort, and may restart the engine to prevent
eco air conditioning modes. The window fogging. To reach comfort Rear Window Defogger
indicator will be lit in comfort and levels quickly during an auto stop,
eco modes and turns off when there = : Press to turn the rear window
the engine will restart if the air defogger on or off. An indicator light
is no air conditioning function. If the
conditioner is off and AUTO or # is on the button comes on to show that
fan is turned off or the outside
temperature falls below freezing, the selected. the rear window defogger is on.
air conditioning compressor will If temperature controls are adjusted The defogger only works when the
not work. cooler during an auto stop, the ignition is in ON/RUN. The defogger
engine may restart to ensure that turns off if the ignition is in the ACC/
For comfort a/c, press #. The comfort is reached. ACCESSORY or LOCK/OFF
indicator will turn amber. When the position.
indicator light is on, the air h : Press to turn on recirculation.
conditioner runs automatically to An indicator light comes on. Air is The rear window defogger can be
cool the air inside the vehicle or to recirculated to quickly cool the set to automatic operation; see
dry the air needed to defog the inside of the vehicle or reduce entry “Climate and Air Quality” under
windshield faster. of outside air and odors. Vehicle Personalization 0 130.
Auto Defog : The climate control When auto rear defog is selected,
For eco a/c, press # again. The the rear window defogger turns on
system may have a sensor to
indicator will turn green. This setting automatically detect high humidity automatically when the interior
balances fuel economy and air inside the vehicle. When high temperature is cold and the outside
conditioning comfort. In warm humidity is detected, the climate temperature is about 4 °C (40 °F)
weather conditions, auto stops may control system may adjust to and below. The auto rear defogger
occur more frequently and the outside air supply and turn on the turns off automatically after about
vehicle interior may be warmer as air conditioner. If the climate control 10 minutes. At higher speeds, the
compared to the comfort air system does not detect possible rear window defogger may stay on
conditioning. This setting allows continuously.
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If equipped with heated outside climate control system may run Air Vents
rearview mirrors, they turn on when when the vehicle is started remotely.
the rear window defogger button is The system uses the driver’s Use the louvers located on the air
on and help to clear fog or frost from previous settings to heat or cool the vents to change the direction of the
the surface of the mirrors. See inside of the vehicle. The rear defog airflow.
Heated Mirrors 0 40. may come on during remote start Use the thumbwheels near the air
based on cold ambient conditions. vents to control the amount of
Caution The rear defog indicator light does airflow or to shut off the airflow.
not come on during a remote start.
Do not try to clear frost or other If the vehicle has front heated Operation Tips
material from the inside of the seats, they may come on during a . Keep all outlets open whenever
front windshield and rear window remote start. The heated seat possible for best system
with a razor blade or anything indicator lights do not come performance.
else that is sharp. This may on during a remote start.
See Remote Vehicle Start 0 32 and . Keep the paths under all seats
damage the rear window clear of objects to help circulate
defogger grid and affect the Heated Front Seats 0 51.
the air inside the vehicle more
radio's ability to pick up stations Sensors effectively.
clearly. The repairs would not be
covered by the vehicle warranty. The solar sensor, located on top of . Use of non-GM approved hood
the instrument panel near the deflectors can adversely affect
windshield, monitors the solar heat. the performance of the system.
M or L : If equipped, press to turn The climate control system uses the
the heated seats on or off. See
sensor information to adjust the
Heated Front Seats 0 51.
temperature, fan speed,
( : If equipped, press to turn the recirculation, and air delivery mode
heated steering wheel on or off. See for best comfort.
Heated Steering Wheel 0 100.
If the sensor is covered, the
Remote Start Climate Control automatic climate control system
Operation : If equipped with the may not work properly.
remote vehicle start feature, the
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Maintenance
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 4. Replace the air filter.
other airborne irritants from outside box and pull to remove.
air that is pulled into the vehicle. 5. Close the air filter cover and
3. Open the filter cover by reinstall the glove box.
The filter should be replaced as part releasing tabs on both sides
of routine scheduled maintenance. See your dealer if additional
and pulling up the cover. assistance is needed.
See Maintenance Schedule 0 278.
To find out what type of filter to use,
see Maintenance Replacement Service
Parts 0 285. All vehicles have a label underhood
1. Open the glove box completely that identifies the refrigerant used in
and disconnect the damper on the vehicle. The refrigerant system
the outboard side. 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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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.
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Driving and Operating 155
Driving and Shifting out of Park . . . . . . . . . . . 173

Parking over Things
Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
Operating That Burn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
Extended Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
Side Blind Zone
Alert (SBZA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190
Lane Departure
Engine Exhaust Warning (LDW) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Driving Information Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
Driver Behavior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 Running the Vehicle While Fuel
Driving Environment . . . . . . . . . . 156 Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
Vehicle Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 California Fuel
Distracted Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 Automatic Transmission Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157 Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 175 Fuels in Foreign Countries . . . 194
Drunk Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157 Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177 Fuel Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 158 Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 Drive Systems
All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178 Filling a Portable Fuel
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 Container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . 159 Brakes
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159 Antilock Brake Trailer Towing
Driving on Wet Roads . . . . . . . . 159 System (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179 General Towing
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . 160 Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179 Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161 Brake Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180
If the Vehicle Is Stuck . . . . . . . . 162 Conversions and Add-Ons
Vehicle Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . 163 Ride Control Systems Add-On Electrical
Traction Control/Electronic Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Starting and Operating Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180
New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . . 166
Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167 Cruise Control
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . 168 Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
Engine Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Retained Accessory Driver Assistance Systems
Power (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171 Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . 185
Shifting Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 Parking Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
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156 Driving and Operating
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, . Allow enough following distance
take notes, or look up { Warning between you and the driver in
information on phones or other front of you.
electronic devices. Taking your eyes off the road too
long or too often could cause a . Focus on the task of driving.
. Designate a front seat crash resulting in injury or death.
passenger to handle potential Focus your attention on driving. Drunk Driving
distractions.
Death and injury associated with
. Become familiar with vehicle drinking and driving is a global
Refer to the infotainment section for
features before driving, such as more information on using that tragedy.
programming favorite radio system. Refer to the infotainment
stations and adjusting climate
control and seat settings.
manual for more information on the { Warning
navigation system, if equipped,
Program all trip information into including pairing and using a cell Drinking and then driving is very
any navigation device prior to phone. dangerous. Your reflexes,
driving. perceptions, attentiveness, and
. Wait until the vehicle is parked Defensive Driving judgment can be affected by even
to retrieve items that have fallen a small amount of alcohol. You
to the floor. Defensive driving means “always
can have a serious — or even
expect the unexpected.” The first
. Stop or park the vehicle to tend step in driving defensively is to wear fatal — collision if you drive after
to children. the safety belt. See Safety drinking.
. Keep pets in an appropriate Belts 0 57. Do not drink and drive or ride with
carrier or restraint. . Assume that other road users a driver who has been drinking.
. (pedestrians, bicyclists, and Ride home in a cab; or if you are
Avoid stressful conversations
while driving, whether with a other drivers) are going to be with a group, designate a driver
passenger or on a cell phone. careless and make mistakes. who will not drink.
Anticipate what they might do
and be ready.
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Control of a Vehicle brakes. Doing so could make the Normal use of the power steering
pedal harder to push down. If the assist should return when the
Braking, steering, and accelerating engine stops, there will be some system cools down.
are important factors in helping to power brake assist but it will be
control a vehicle while driving. See your dealer if there is a
used when the brake is applied. problem.
Once the power assist is used up, it
Braking can take longer to stop and the Curve Tips
Braking action involves perception brake pedal will be harder to push. . Take curves at a reasonable
time and reaction time. Deciding to speed.
push the brake pedal is perception Steering
. Reduce speed before entering a
time. Actually doing it is
Electric Power Steering curve.
reaction time.
The vehicle has electric power . Maintain a reasonable steady
Average driver reaction time is
steering. It does not have power speed through the curve.
about three-quarters of a second. In
steering fluid. Regular maintenance .
that time, a vehicle moving at Wait until the vehicle is out of
is not required.
100 km/h (60 mph) travels 20 m the curve before accelerating
(66 ft), which could be a lot of If power steering assist is lost due gently into the straightaway.
distance in an emergency. to a system malfunction, the vehicle
can be steered, but may require Steering in Emergencies
Helpful braking tips to keep in mind
increased effort. See your dealer if . There are some situations when
include:
there is a problem. steering around a problem may
. Keep enough distance between be more effective than braking.
If the steering wheel is turned until it
you and the vehicle in front
reaches the end of its travel and is . Holding both sides of the
of you.
held against that position for an steering wheel allows you to turn
. Avoid needless heavy braking. extended period of time, power 180 degrees without removing
. Keep pace with traffic. steering assist may be reduced. a hand.
If the engine ever stops while the If the steering assist is used for an . The Antilock Brake System
vehicle is being driven, brake extended period of time, power (ABS) allows steering while
normally but do not pump the assist may be reduced. braking.
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Off-Road Recovery 3. Turn the steering wheel to go The vehicle may straighten out.
straight down the roadway. Be ready for a second skid if it
occurs.
Loss of Control . Slow down and adjust your
Skidding driving according to weather
conditions. Stopping distance
There are three types of skids that can be longer and vehicle
correspond to the vehicle's three control can be affected when
control systems: traction is reduced by water,
. Braking Skid — wheels are not snow, ice, gravel, or other
rolling. material on the road. Learn to
recognize warning clues — such
. Steering or Cornering Skid — as enough water, ice, or packed
too much speed or steering in a snow on the road to make a
curve causes tires to slip and mirrored surface — and slow
The vehicle's right wheels can drop lose cornering force. down when you have any doubt.
off the edge of a road onto the
shoulder while driving. Follow . Acceleration Skid — too much . Try to avoid sudden steering,
these tips: throttle causes the driving acceleration, or braking,
wheels to spin. including reducing vehicle speed
1. Ease off the accelerator and
Defensive drivers avoid most skids by shifting to a lower gear. Any
then, if there is nothing in the
by taking reasonable care suited to sudden changes could cause
way, steer the vehicle so that it
existing conditions, and by not the tires to slide.
straddles the edge of the
pavement. overdriving those conditions. But Remember: Antilock brakes help
skids are always possible. avoid only the braking skid.
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: Driving on Wet Roads
pavement edge. . Ease your foot off the Rain and wet roads can reduce
accelerator pedal and steer the vehicle traction and affect your
way you want the vehicle to go. ability to stop and accelerate.
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Always drive slower in these types Hydroplaning Hill and Mountain Roads
of driving conditions and avoid
Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water Driving on steep hills or through
driving through large puddles and
can build up under the vehicle's mountains is different than driving
deep-standing or flowing water.
tires so they actually ride on the on flat or rolling terrain. Tips include:
water. This can happen if the road is
{ Warning wet enough and you are going fast
. Keep the vehicle serviced and in
enough. When the vehicle is good shape.
Wet brakes can cause crashes. hydroplaning, it has little or no . Check all fluid levels and brakes,
They might not work as well in a contact with the road. tires, cooling system, and
quick stop and could cause transmission.
pulling to one side. You could There is no hard and fast rule about
lose control of the vehicle. hydroplaning. The best advice is to . Shift to a lower gear when going
slow down when the road is wet. down steep or long hills.
After driving through a large
puddle of water or a car/vehicle Other Rainy Weather Tips
wash, lightly apply the brake Besides slowing down, other wet
{ Warning
pedal until the brakes work weather driving tips include: Using the brakes to slow the
normally. . Allow extra following distance. vehicle on a long downhill slope
Flowing or rushing water creates can cause brake overheating, can
. Pass with caution. reduce brake performance, and
strong forces. Driving through
flowing water could cause the . Keep windshield wiping could result in a loss of braking.
vehicle to be carried away. If this equipment in good shape. Shift the transmission to a lower
happens, you and other vehicle . Keep the windshield washer fluid gear to let the engine assist the
occupants could drown. Do not reservoir filled. brakes on a steep downhill slope.
ignore police warnings and be . Have good tires with proper
very cautious about trying to drive tread depth. See Tires 0 234.
through flowing water.
. Turn off cruise control.
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Winter Driving clear roads in shaded areas.

{ Warning The surface of a curve or an
Driving on Snow or Ice overpass can remain icy when
Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) the surrounding roads are clear.
or with the ignition off is Snow or ice between the tires and
the road creates less traction or Avoid sudden steering
dangerous. This can cause maneuvers and braking while
overheating of the brakes and grip, so drive carefully. Wet ice can
occur at about 0 °C (32 °F) when on ice.
loss of steering. Always have the
freezing rain begins to fall. Avoid . Turn off cruise control.
engine running and the vehicle
driving on wet ice or in freezing rain
in gear. Blizzard Conditions
until roads can be treated.
For Slippery Road Driving: Stop the vehicle in a safe place and
. Drive at speeds that keep the signal for help. Stay with the vehicle
vehicle in its own lane. Do not . Accelerate gently. Accelerating unless there is help nearby.
swing wide or cross the too quickly causes the wheels to If possible, use Roadside
center line. spin and makes the surface Assistance. See Roadside
. Be alert on top of hills; under the tires slick. Assistance Program 0 295. To get
something could be in your lane . Turn on Traction Control. See help and keep everyone in the
(e.g., stalled car, accident). Traction Control/Electronic vehicle safe:
. Pay attention to special road Stability Control 0 180. . Turn on the hazard warning
signs (e.g., falling rocks area, . The Antilock Brake System flashers.
winding roads, long grades, (ABS) improves vehicle stability . Tie a red cloth to an outside
passing or no-passing zones) during hard stops, but the mirror.
and take appropriate action. brakes should be applied sooner
than when on dry pavement.
See Antilock Brake System
(ABS) 0 179.
. Allow greater following distance
and watch for slippery spots. Icy
patches can occur on otherwise
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If stuck too severely for the traction

{ Warning Warning (Continued) system to free the vehicle, turn the
traction system off and use the
Snow can trap engine exhaust the fan speed to the highest rocking method. See Traction
under the vehicle. This may setting. See “Climate Control/Electronic Stability
cause exhaust gases to get Control Systems.” Control 0 180.
inside. Engine exhaust contains For more information about CO,
carbon monoxide (CO), which
cannot be seen or smelled. It can
see Engine Exhaust 0 174. { Warning
cause unconsciousness and even If the vehicle's tires spin at high
death. To save fuel, run the engine for
short periods to warm the vehicle speed, they can explode, and you
If the vehicle is stuck in snow: and then shut the engine off and or others could be injured. The
partially close the window. Moving vehicle can overheat, causing an
. Clear snow from the base of
about to keep warm also helps. engine compartment fire or other
the vehicle, especially any
damage. Spin the wheels as little
blocking the exhaust pipe. If it takes time for help to arrive, as possible and avoid going
. Open a window about 5 cm when running the engine, push the above 56 km/h (35 mph).
(2 in) on the vehicle side accelerator pedal slightly so the
that is away from the wind, engine runs faster than the idle
to bring in fresh air. speed. This keeps the battery Rocking the Vehicle to Get
charged to restart the vehicle and to it Out
. Fully open the air outlets on signal for help with the headlamps.
or under the instrument Do this as little as possible, to Turn the steering wheel left and
panel. save fuel. right to clear the area around the
front wheels. Turn off any traction
. Adjust the climate control
system. Shift back and forth
system to circulate the air If the Vehicle Is Stuck between R (Reverse) and a low
inside the vehicle and set forward gear, spinning the wheels
Slowly and cautiously spin the
(Continued) wheels to free the vehicle when as little as possible. To prevent
stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. transmission wear, wait until the
wheels stop spinning before shifting
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gears. Release the accelerator Tire and Loading Information

pedal while shifting, and press { Warning Label
lightly on the accelerator pedal
when the transmission is in gear. Do not load the vehicle any
Slowly spinning the wheels in the heavier than the Gross
forward and reverse directions Vehicle Weight Rating
causes a rocking motion that could (GVWR), or either the
free the vehicle. If that does not get maximum front or rear Gross
the vehicle out after a few tries, it Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
might need to be towed out. If the This can cause systems to
vehicle does need to be towed out, break and change the way the
see Towing the Vehicle 0 262. vehicle handles. This could
cause loss of control and a
Vehicle Load Limits crash. Overloading can also
It is very important to know how reduce stopping distance, Example Label
much weight the vehicle can damage the tires, and shorten A vehicle-specific Tire and
carry. This weight is called the the life of the vehicle. Loading Information label is
vehicle capacity weight and attached to the center pillar
includes the weight of all (B-pillar). The Tire and Loading
occupants, cargo, and all Information label shows the
nonfactory-installed options. number of occupant seating
Two labels on the vehicle may positions (1), and the maximum
show how much weight it may vehicle capacity weight (2) in
properly carry, the Tire and kilograms and pounds.
Loading Information label and
the Certification/Tire label. The Tire and Loading
Information label also shows the
size of the original equipment
tires (3) and the recommended
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cold tire inflation pressures (4). 3. Subtract the combined your vehicle. Consult this
For more information on tires weight of the driver and manual to determine how
and inflation see Tires 0 234 passengers from XXX kg or this reduces the available
and Tire Pressure 0 241. XXX lbs. cargo and luggage load
There is also important loading 4. The resulting figure equals capacity of your vehicle.”
information on the vehicle the available amount of This vehicle is neither designed
Certification/Tire label. It may cargo and luggage load nor intended to tow a trailer.
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
“Steps for Determining Correct load capacity is 650 lbs.
Load Limit– (1400-750 (5 x 150) =
650 lbs.)
1. Locate the statement "The
combined weight of 5. Determine the combined
occupants and cargo should weight of luggage and cargo
never exceed XXX kg or being loaded on the vehicle. Example 1
XXX lbs." on your vehicle’s That weight may not safely
exceed the available cargo 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight
placard.
and luggage load capacity for Example 1 = 453 kg
2. Determine the combined calculated in Step 4. (1,000 lbs).
weight of the driver and 2. Subtract Occupant
passengers that will be 6. If your vehicle will be towing
Weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs)
riding in your vehicle. a trailer, load from your
× 2 = 136 kg (300 lbs).
trailer will be transferred to
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3. Available Occupant and weight of the driver, passengers,

Cargo Weight = 317 kg and cargo should never exceed
(700 lbs). your vehicle's capacity weight.
Certification/Tire Label
Example 3
1. Vehicle Capacity Weight

for Example 3 = 453 kg
Example 2
(1,000 lbs).
1. Vehicle Capacity Weight 2. Subtract Occupant Label Example
for Example 2 = 453 kg Weight @ 91 kg A vehicle-specific Certification/
(1,000 lbs). (200 lbs) × 5 = 453 kg Tire label is attached to the
2. Subtract Occupant (1,000 lbs). center pillar (B-pillar).
Weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs) 3. Available Cargo Weight
The label may show the size of
× 5 = 340 kg (750 lbs). = 0 kg (0 lbs).
the vehicle's original tires and
3. Available Cargo Weight Refer to your vehicle's Tire and the inflation pressures needed to
= 113 kg (250 lbs). Loading Information label for obtain the gross weight capacity
specific information about your of the vehicle. The label shows
vehicle's capacity weight and the gross weight capacity of the
seating positions. The combined vehicle. This is called the Gross
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Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). Starting and

The GVWR includes the weight { Warning
of the vehicle, all occupants, Operating
Things you put inside the
fuel, and cargo. vehicle can strike and injure New Vehicle Break-In
The Certification/Tire label may people in a sudden stop or
also show the maximum weights turn, or in a crash.
Caution
for the front and rear axles, . Put things in the cargo
called the Gross Axle Weight area of the vehicle. Try to The vehicle does not need an
Rating (GAWR). To find out the spread the weight evenly. elaborate break-in. But it will
actual loads on the front and perform better in the long run if
rear axles, weigh the vehicle at . Never stack heavier you follow these guidelines:
a weigh station. Your dealer can things, like suitcases,
. Do not drive at any one
help with this. Be sure to spread inside the vehicle so that
constant speed, fast or slow,
the load equally on both sides of some of them are above for the first 805 km (500 mi).
the centerline. the tops of the seats. Do not make full-throttle
. Do not leave an starts. Avoid downshifting to
Caution unsecured child restraint brake or slow the vehicle.
in the vehicle. . Avoid making hard stops for
Overloading the vehicle may the first 322 km (200 mi) or
cause damage. Repairs would not . When you carry so. During this time the new
be covered by the vehicle something inside the brake linings are not yet
warranty. Do not overload the vehicle, secure it broken in. Hard stops with
vehicle. whenever you can. new linings can mean
. Do not leave a seat premature wear and earlier
replacement. Follow this
folded down unless you
need to. (Continued)
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If the vehicle is not working, the Do not turn the engine off when the
Caution (Continued) vehicle may be near a strong vehicle is moving. This will cause a
antenna signal causing interference loss of power assist in the brake
breaking-in guideline every to the Keyless Access System. See and steering systems and disable
time you get new brake Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) the airbags.
linings. System Operation 0 26. If the vehicle must be shut off in an
Following break-in, engine speed To shift out of P (Park), the vehicle emergency:
and load can be gradually must be in ACC/ACCESSORY or
increased. 1. Brake using a firm steady
ON/RUN and the brake must be pressure. Do not pump the
applied. brakes repeatedly. This may
Ignition Positions 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) 0 171. 3. Come to a complete stop, shift
to P (Park), and turn the
If the vehicle is not in P (Park), the ignition to OFF. On vehicles
ignition will return to ACC/ with an automatic transmission,
ACCESSORY and the Driver the shift lever must be in
Information Center (DIC) will display P (Park) to turn the ignition
The vehicle has an electronic the message SHIFT TO PARK. See switch to the OFF position.
keyless ignition with pushbutton Transmission Messages 0 129.
start. 4. Set the parking brake. See
When the vehicle is shifted into Parking Brake 0 179.
The RKE transmitter must be in the P (Park), the ignition system will
vehicle for the system to operate. 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 Move the shift lever to P (Park) or
and must be shut off while driving, Engine 0 168. N (Neutral). To restart the vehicle
press and hold ENGINE START/ when it is already moving, use
The engine will then remain in N (Neutral) only.
STOP for longer than two seconds,
ON/RUN.
or press twice in five seconds.
ACC/ACCESSORY (Amber
Service Only Mode : This power Caution
mode is available for service and
Indicator Light) : This mode allows Do not try to shift to P (Park) if the
diagnostics, and to verify the proper
you to use some electrical vehicle is moving. If you do, you
operation of the malfunction
accessories when the engine is off.
indicator lamp as may be required could damage the transmission.
With the ignition off, pressing
for emission inspection purposes. Shift to P (Park) only when the
ENGINE START/STOP one time
without the brake pedal applied will With the vehicle off, and the brake vehicle is stopped.
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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will display a message. See 15 seconds. Wait at least

Caution Driver Information Center (DIC) 15 seconds between each try,
(Uplevel) 0 121 or Driver to allow the cranking motor to
If you add electrical parts or Information Center (DIC) (Base cool down.
accessories, you could change Level) 0 120 and Remote
the way the engine operates. Any When the engine starts, let go
Keyless Entry (RKE) System of the button and the
resulting damage would not be Operation 0 26.
covered by the vehicle warranty. accelerator. If the vehicle starts
See Add-On Electrical briefly but then stops again,
Caution follow the same steps. This
Equipment 0 197.
clears the extra gasoline from
Cranking the engine for long the engine.
Starting Procedure periods of time, by returning the
ignition to the START position Do not race the engine
1. With the Keyless Access immediately after cranking has immediately after starting it.
System, the RKE transmitter Operate the engine and
ended, can overheat and damage
must be in the vehicle. Press transmission gently until the oil
the cranking motor, and drain the
ENGINE START/STOP with the warms up and lubricates all
brake pedal applied. When the battery. Wait at least 15 seconds
moving parts.
engine begins cranking, let go between each try, to let the
of the button. cranking motor cool down. Stop/Start System
The idle speed will go down as
the engine gets warm. Do not 2. If the engine does not start { Warning
race the engine immediately after five to 10 seconds,
especially in very cold weather Exiting the vehicle without first
after starting it. shifting into P (Park) may cause
(below −18 °C or 0 °F), it could
If the RKE transmitter is not in be flooded with too much the vehicle to move. You or others
the vehicle, if there is gasoline. Try pushing the may be injured. Because the
interference, or if the RKE accelerator pedal all the way to vehicle has the auto engine stop/
transmitter battery is low, the the floor and holding it there as start feature, the vehicle's engine
Driver Information Center (DIC) you hold ENGINE START/ (Continued)
STOP, for up to a maximum of
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. The engine or transmission is To Use the Engine Heater
Warning (Continued) not at the required operating
1. Turn off the engine.
temperature.
might seem to be shut off;
however, once the brake pedal is . The shift lever is in any gear
released, the engine will start up other than D (Drive).
again. . The battery charge is low.
Shift to P (Park) and turn the . The interior comfort level has not
ignition to LOCK/OFF, before reached the required level for
exiting the vehicle. the climate control system or
defog settings. See Dual
Automatic Climate Control
The stop/start system helps to save System 0 149.
fuel and reduce the exhaust
emissions. . The Auto Stop time is greater
than two minutes.
Auto Engine Stop/Start
2. Open the hood and unwrap the
When the brakes are applied and Engine Heater electrical cord. The cord is
the vehicle is at a complete stop, located in the driver side of the
Vehicles with the 1.4L engine may
the engine may turn off. When engine compartment, near the
have an engine heater. The engine
stopped, the tachometer displays battery. It is shipped from the
heater can help in cold weather
AUTO STOP. See Tachometer factory with a tie holding it in
conditions at or below −18 °C (0 °F)
0 109. When the brake pedal is place. Use care in removing
for easier starting and better fuel
released or the accelerator pedal the tie so that the cord is not
economy during engine warm-up.
pushed, the engine will restart. damaged.
Plug in the heater at least four hours
Auto Stop may be deactivated if: before starting the vehicle. An Check the heater cord for
. A minimum vehicle speed is not internal thermostat in the plug end damage. If it is damaged, do
reached. of the cord will prevent engine not use it. See your dealer for
heater operation at temperatures a replacement. Inspect the
above −18 °C (0 °F). cord for damage yearly.
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3. Plug it into a normal, grounded away from moving engine

110-volt AC outlet. Warning (Continued) parts. If you do not it could be
damaged.
it overheat and cause a fire,
{ Warning property damage, electric The length of time the heater should
shock, and injury. remain plugged in depends on
Improper use of the heater cord several factors. Ask a dealer in the
or an extension cord can damage . Do not operate the vehicle area where you will be parking the
the cord and may result in with the heater cord vehicle for the best advice on this.
overheating and fire. permanently attached to the
vehicle. Possible heater
. Plug the cord into a cord and thermostat Retained Accessory
three-prong electrical utility damage could occur. Power (RAP)
receptacle that is protected
by a ground fault detection . While in use, do not let the These vehicle accessories may be
function. An ungrounded heater cord touch vehicle used for up to 10 minutes after the
outlet could cause an parts or sharp edges. Never engine is turned off:
electric shock. close the hood on the . Audio System
heater cord.
. Use a weatherproof, . Power Windows
heavy-duty, 15 amp-rated . Before starting the vehicle,
unplug the cord, reattach . Sunroof
extension cord if needed.
Failure to use the the cover to the plug, and The power windows and sunroof will
recommended extension securely fasten the cord. continue to work for up to
cord in good operating Keep the cord away from 10 minutes or until any door is
condition, or using a any moving parts. opened. The radio will work when
damaged heater or the ignition is on or in ACC/
extension cord, could make 4. Before starting the engine, be ACCESSORY. Once the ignition is
(Continued) sure to unplug and store the turned from on to off, the radio will
cord as it was before to keep it continue to work for 10 minutes,
or until the driver door is opened.
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Shifting Into Park Warning (Continued)

Torque Lock (Automatic
Transmission)
1. Hold the brake pedal down and
set the parking brake. See Do not leave the vehicle when the If you are parking on a hill and you
Parking Brake 0 179. engine is running. If you have left do not shift the transmission into
the engine running, the vehicle P (Park) properly, the weight of the
2. Move the shift lever into
can move suddenly. You or others vehicle may put too much force on
P (Park) by pressing the button
could be injured. To be sure the the parking pawl in the
on the shift lever and pushing
vehicle will not move, even when transmission. You may find it difficult
the lever all the way toward the
you are on fairly level ground, to pull the shift lever out of P (Park).
front of the vehicle.
always set the parking brake and This is called “torque lock.”
3. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. move the shift lever to P (Park). To prevent torque lock, set the
See Shifting Into Park 0 172. parking brake and then shift into
Leaving the Vehicle with the P (Park) properly before you leave
Engine Running (Automatic the driver seat. To find out how, see
Transmission) If you have to leave the vehicle with “Shifting Into Park” previously in this
the engine running, be sure the section.
{ Warning vehicle is in P (Park) and the
parking brake is firmly set before
When you are ready to drive, move
the shift lever out of P (Park) before
It can be dangerous to leave the you leave it. After you have moved
you release the parking brake.
vehicle with the engine running. the shift lever into P (Park), hold the
It could overheat and catch fire. brake pedal down. Then see if you If torque lock does occur, you may
can move the shift lever away from need to have another vehicle push
It is dangerous to get out of the P (Park) without first pushing the yours a little uphill to take some of
vehicle if the shift lever is not fully button on the shift lever. If you can, the pressure from the parking pawl
in P (Park) with the parking brake it means that the shift lever was not in the transmission, so you can pull
firmly set. The vehicle can roll. fully locked into P (Park). the shift lever out of P (Park).
(Continued)
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Shifting out of Park 2. Hold the brake pedal down and

press the shift lever button
This vehicle is equipped with a shift again.
lock control. The shift lock control is
designed to prevent movement of 3. Move the shift lever to the
the shift lever out of P (Park) unless desired position.
the ignition is in ON/RUN and the If the shift lever still cannot be
brake pedal is applied. moved from P (Park), see “Shift
The shift lock control is always Lock Manual Release” following.
functional except in the case of an Shift Lock Manual Release
uncharged or low voltage (less than
9-volt) battery. The automatic transmission has an
electric park lock. The ignition must
If the vehicle has an uncharged be in the ON/RUN position, and the 3. Remove the cover on the
battery or a battery with low voltage, brake pedal pressed so the shift console.
try charging or jump starting the lever can be moved from the
battery. See Jump Starting - North P (Park) position. If the battery has
America 0 259. lost power, the shift lever cannot be
To shift out of P (Park): moved from P (Park) unless the shift
lock manual release is disengaged
1. Apply the brake pedal.
manually.
2. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN.
To access the shift lock manual
3. Press the shift lever button. release:
4. Move the shift lever to the 1. Turn the ignition OFF.
desired position.
2. Hold the brake pedal down.
If still unable to shift out of P (Park): Apply the parking brake.
1. Fully release the shift lever
button. 4. Insert and push the key into
the slot.
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5. Move the shift lever out of Extended Parking Engine Exhaust

P (Park). If P (Park) is selected
again after the key is removed It is better not to park with the
from the slot, the shift lever will vehicle running. If the vehicle is left { Warning
be locked again. while running, follow the proper
steps to be sure the vehicle will not Engine exhaust contains carbon
6. Remove the key from the slot. move and there is adequate monoxide (CO), which cannot be
7. Close the cover. ventilation. See Shifting Into Park seen or smelled. Exposure to CO
0 172 and Engine Exhaust 0 174. can cause unconsciousness and
8. Have the cause of the problem
If the vehicle is left in P (Park) while even death.
fixed by your dealer.
running and the Remote Keyless Exhaust may enter the vehicle if:
Parking over Things Entry (RKE) transmitter is outside
. The vehicle idles in areas
the vehicle, the vehicle will turn off
That Burn after one hour. with poor ventilation
(parking garages, tunnels,
If the vehicle is left in P (Park) while
{ Warning running and the RKE transmitter is
deep snow that may block
underbody airflow or tail
Things that can burn could touch inside, the vehicle will run for two pipes).
hot exhaust parts under the hours. At the end of the second
. The exhaust smells or
vehicle and ignite. Do not park hour, the vehicle will turn off.
sounds strange or different.
over papers, leaves, dry grass, The timer will reset if the vehicle is
. The exhaust system leaks
or other things that can burn. taken out of P (Park) while it is
running. due to corrosion or damage.
. The vehicle exhaust system
has been modified,
damaged, or improperly
repaired.
(Continued)
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Warning (Continued)
Running the Vehicle Automatic
While Parked Transmission
. There are holes or openings
It is better not to park with the
in the vehicle body from
engine running.
damage or aftermarket
modifications that are not If the vehicle is left with the engine
completely sealed. running, follow the proper steps to
be sure the vehicle will not move.
If unusual fumes are detected or
See Shifting Into Park 0 172 and
if it is suspected that exhaust is Engine Exhaust 0 174.
coming into the vehicle:
. Drive it only with the
windows completely down.
. Have the vehicle repaired
immediately.
Never park the vehicle with the The selected gear is also shown in
engine running in an enclosed the instrument cluster.
area such as a garage or a
P : This position locks the drive
building that has no fresh air
wheels. It is the best position to use
ventilation. when starting the engine because
the vehicle cannot move easily.
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the way into P (Park) as you

{ Warning maintain brake application. Then { Warning
press the shift lever button and
It is dangerous to get out of the move the shift lever into another Shifting into a drive gear while the
vehicle if the shift lever is not fully gear. See Shifting out of Park 0 173. engine is running at high speed is
in P (Park) with the parking brake dangerous. Unless your foot is
firmly set. The vehicle can roll. R : Use this gear to back up. firmly on the brake pedal, the
Do not leave the vehicle when the vehicle could move very rapidly.
Caution You could lose control and hit
engine is running. If you have left
the engine running, the vehicle people or objects. Do not shift
Shifting to R (Reverse) while the into a drive gear while the engine
can move suddenly. You or others vehicle is moving forward could
could be injured. To be sure the is running at high speed.
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 Caution
move the shift lever to P (Park). is stopped.
See Shifting Into Park 0 172. Shifting out of P (Park) or
N (Neutral) with the engine
To rock the vehicle back and forth to running at high speed may
Make sure the shift lever is fully in get out of snow, ice, or sand without
P (Park) before starting the engine. damage the transmission. The
damaging the transmission, see If
The vehicle has an automatic repairs would not be covered by
the Vehicle Is Stuck 0 162.
transmission shift lock control the vehicle warranty. Be sure the
system. The regular brake must be N : In this position, the engine does engine is not running at high
fully applied first and then the shift not connect with the wheels. To speed when shifting the vehicle.
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 The shifting at initial mileage is Manual Mode
driving. It provides the best fuel considered normal. Shift quality will
economy. If more power is needed be improved with the normal gear Driver Shift Control (DSC)
for passing, and the vehicle is: shifting that occurs over the life of
. Going less than 56 km/h the vehicle.
(35 mph), push the accelerator Operating Modes
pedal about halfway down.
The transmission may operate in a
. Going about 56 km/h (35 mph) or lower gear than normal to improve
more, push the accelerator all vehicle performance. The engine
the way down. speed may be higher and there may
M : This position allows shifting be an increase in noise during the
similar to a manual transmission. following conditions:
See Manual Mode 0 177. . When climbing a grade.
. When driving downhill.
Caution
. When driving in hot To use this feature:
If the vehicle does not shift gears, temperatures or at high altitude.
the transmission could be 1. Move the shift lever from
D (Drive) rearward to
damaged. Have the vehicle
M (Manual Mode).
serviced right away.
While driving in manual mode,
the transmission will remain in
Automatic Transmission the driver selected gear. When
Adaptation Feature : While the coming to a stop in the manual
vehicle is being driven and constant position, the vehicle will
gear shifting is taking place, the automatically shift into
transmission operation will adapt. 1 (First) gear.
This increases durability and
maintains the best shift quality over
the life of the vehicle.
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2. Press the + (plus) end of the The transmission will only allow you Drive Systems
button on the top of the shift to shift into gears appropriate for the
lever to upshift, or press the − vehicle speed and engine
(minus) end of the button to revolutions per minute (rpm): All-Wheel Drive
downshift. . The transmission will not allow If equipped, this feature transfers
The instrument cluster will change shifting to the next higher gear if engine power, as required, to all
from the currently displayed the vehicle speed or engine rpm four wheels. It is fully automatic ,
message to the letter “M,” for is too low. and adjusts itself as needed for road
Manual position, and a number conditions.
. The transmission will not allow
indicating the requested gear. shifting to the next lower gear if When using a compact spare tire on
While using the DSC feature, the the vehicle speed or engine rpm an All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicle,
transmission will have firmer shifting is too high. the system automatically detects the
and sportier performance. This can compact spare and disables AWD to
be used for sport driving or when protect the system. A Driver
climbing hills to stay in gear longer Information Center (DIC) message
or to downshift for more power or will display on the instrument
engine braking. cluster. See Vehicle Messages
0 124. To restore AWD operation
and prevent excessive wear on the
system, replace the compact spare
with a full-size tire as soon as
possible. See Compact Spare
Tire 0 258.
AWD will be disabled and the
message will display if there is
excessive wheel spin. When the
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 may hear the ABS
computer senses the wheels are
pump or motor operating and feel
slowing down. If one of the wheels
This vehicle has an Antilock Brake the brake pedal pulsate. This is
is about to stop rolling, the computer
System (ABS), an advanced normal.
will separately work the brakes at
electronic braking system that helps
each wheel. Braking in Emergencies
prevent a braking skid.
ABS can change the brake pressure ABS allows you to steer and brake
When the vehicle begins to drive
to each wheel, as required, faster at the same time. In many
away, ABS checks itself.
than any driver could. This can help emergencies, steering can help
A momentary motor or clicking noise
you steer around the obstacle while more than even the very best
may be heard while this test is going
braking hard. braking.
on, and it may even be noticed that
the brake pedal moves a little. This As the brakes are applied, the
is normal. computer keeps receiving updates Parking Brake
on wheel speed and controls
braking pressure accordingly.
Remember: ABS does not change
the time needed to get a foot up to
the brake pedal or always decrease
stopping distance. If you get too
close to the vehicle in front of you,
If there is a problem with ABS, this there will not be enough time to
warning light stays on. See Antilock apply the brakes if that vehicle
Brake System (ABS) Warning suddenly slows or stops. Always
Light 0 115. leave enough room up ahead to
stop, even with ABS.
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To set the parking brake, hold the conditions. This feature uses the Ride Control Systems
brake pedal down and pull up on the stability system hydraulic brake
parking brake lever. If the ignition is control module to supplement the
on, the brake system warning light power brake system under Traction Control/
will come on. See Brake System conditions where the driver has Electronic Stability
Warning Light 0 115. quickly and forcefully applied the Control
To release the parking brake, hold brake pedal in an attempt to quickly
the brake pedal down. Pull the stop or slow down the vehicle. The System Operation
parking brake lever up until you can stability system hydraulic brake
The vehicle has a Traction Control
control module increases brake
press the release button. Hold the System (TCS) and StabiliTrak®, an
release button in as you move the pressure at each corner of the
electronic stability control system.
brake lever all the way down. vehicle until the ABS activates.
These systems help limit wheel slip
Minor brake pedal pulsation or
and assist the driver in maintaining
pedal movement during this time is
Caution control, especially on slippery road
normal and the driver should
conditions.
continue to apply the brake pedal as
Driving with the parking brake on TCS activates if it senses that any
the driving situation dictates. The
can overheat the brake system Brake Assist feature will of the drive wheels are spinning or
and cause premature wear or automatically disengage when the beginning to lose traction. When this
damage to brake system parts. brake pedal is released or brake happens, TCS applies the brakes to
Make sure that the parking brake pedal pressure is quickly the spinning wheels and reduces
is fully released and the brake decreased. engine power to limit wheel spin.
warning light is off before driving.
StabiliTrak activates when the
vehicle senses a difference between
Brake Assist the intended path and the direction
the vehicle is actually traveling.
The Brake Assist feature is StabiliTrak selectively applies
designed to assist the driver in braking pressure to any one of the
stopping or decreasing vehicle
speed in emergency driving
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vehicle wheel brakes to assist the 2. Turn the engine off and wait
driver in keeping the vehicle on the 15 seconds.
intended path. 3. Start the engine.
If cruise control is being used and
traction control or StabiliTrak begins Drive the vehicle. If d comes on
to limit wheel spin, cruise control will and stays on, the vehicle may need
disengage. Cruise control may be The indicator light for both systems more time to diagnose the problem.
turned back on when road is in the instrument cluster. This If the condition persists, see your
conditions allow. light will: dealer.
Both systems come on . Flash when TCS is limiting Turning the Systems Off
automatically when the vehicle is wheel spin. and On
started and begins to move. The . Flash when StabiliTrak is
systems may be heard or felt while activated.
they are operating or while
performing diagnostic checks. This . Turn on and stay on when either
is normal and does not mean there system is not working.
is a problem with the vehicle. If either system fails to turn on or to
It is recommended to leave both activate, a message displays in the
systems on for normal driving Driver Information Center (DIC), and
conditions, but it may be necessary d comes on and stays on to
to turn TCS off if the vehicle gets indicate that the system is inactive
stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. and is not assisting the driver in
See If the Vehicle Is Stuck 0 162 maintaining control. The vehicle is
and “Turning the Systems Off and safe to drive, but driving should be
On” later in this section. adjusted accordingly.
If d comes on and stays on:
1. Stop the vehicle.
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message is displayed in the DIC. Cruise Control

Caution See Ride Control System
Messages 0 128. The cruise control lets the vehicle
Do not repeatedly brake or maintain a speed of about 40 km/h
accelerate heavily when TCS is To turn TCS and StabiliTrak on
(25 mph) or more without keeping
off. The vehicle driveline could be again, press and release g. The your foot on the accelerator. Cruise
damaged. Traction Off light i and StabiliTrak control does not work at speeds
Off light g in the instrument cluster below 40 km/h (25 mph).
To turn off only TCS, press and turn off.
release g. The Traction Off light i Adding accessories can affect the
{ Warning
displays in the instrument cluster. vehicle performance. See Cruise control can be dangerous
The appropriate message is Accessories and where you cannot drive safely at
displayed in the DIC. See Ride Modifications 0 200.
Control System Messages 0 128. a steady speed. Do not use
cruise control on winding roads or
To turn TCS on again, press and in heavy traffic.
release g. The Traction Off light i
Cruise control can be dangerous
displayed in the instrument cluster
on slippery roads. On such roads,
will turn off.
fast changes in tire traction can
If TCS is limiting wheel spin when g cause excessive wheel slip, and
is pressed, the system will not turn you could lose control. Do not use
off until the wheels stop spinning. cruise control on slippery roads.
To turn off both TCS and StabiliTrak,
press and hold g until the Traction The vehicle has a Traction Control
System (TCS) or StabiliTrak system
Off light i and StabiliTrak Off light
that begins to limit wheel spin while
g come on and stay on in the using cruise control and the cruise
instrument cluster. The appropriate control will automatically disengage.
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See Traction Control/Electronic RES/+ : If there is a set speed in 4. Remove your foot from the
Stability Control 0 180. If a collision memory, move the thumbwheel up accelerator.
alert occurs when cruise control is briefly to resume to that speed or The cruise control indicator on the
activated, cruise control is hold upward to accelerate. If cruise instrument cluster turns green after
disengaged. See Forward Collision control is already active, use to cruise control has been set to the
Alert (FCA) System 0 188. When increase vehicle speed. desired speed. See Instrument
road conditions allow you to safely SET/− : Move the thumbwheel down Cluster 0 106.
use it again, cruise control can be briefly to set the speed and activate
turned back on. cruise control. If cruise control is Resuming a Set Speed
If the brakes are applied, cruise already active, use to decrease If the cruise control is set at a
control disengages. speed. desired speed and then the brakes
n : Press to disengage cruise are applied or n is pressed, the
control without erasing the set cruise control is disengaged without
speed from memory. erasing the set speed from memory.
Once the vehicle speed is about
Setting Cruise Control 40 km/h (25 mph) or greater, move
If o is on when not in use, SET/− the thumbwheel up toward RES/+
or RES/+ could get bumped and go briefly. The vehicle returns to the
into cruise when not desired. Keep previously set speed.
o off when cruise control is not Increasing Speed While Using
being used. Cruise Control
To set a speed: If the cruise control system is
already activated:
1. Press o to turn cruise
control on. . Move the thumbwheel up toward
o : Press to turn the cruise control RES/+ and hold it until the
system on or off. A white indicator 2. Get up to the speed desired. desired speed is reached, then
comes in the instrument cluster 3. Move the thumbwheel down release it.
when cruise is turned on. toward SET/− and release it.
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. To increase vehicle speed in The speedometer reading can be downhill, you might have to brake or
small increments, move the displayed in either English or metric shift to a lower gear to keep your
thumbwheel up toward RES/+ units. See Driver Information Center speed down. If the brake pedal is
briefly. For each press, the (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 121 or Driver applied, cruise control will
vehicle goes about 1.6 km/h Information Center (DIC) (Base disengage.
(1 mph) faster. Level) 0 120. The increment value
used depends on the units Ending Cruise Control
The speedometer reading can be
displayed in either English or metric displayed. There are four ways to end cruise
units. See Driver Information Center control:
Passing Another Vehicle While
(DIC) (Uplevel) 0 121 or Driver Using Cruise Control . To disengage cruise control,
Information Center (DIC) (Base step lightly on the brake pedal.
Use the accelerator pedal to
Level) 0 120. The increment value
used depends on the units increase the vehicle speed. When . Press n.
displayed. you take your foot off the pedal, the
. Shift the transmission to
vehicle slows down to the previous
Reducing Speed While Using set cruise control speed. While N (Neutral).
Cruise Control pressing the accelerator pedal or . To turn off cruise control,
If the cruise control system is shortly following the release to press o.
already activated: override cruise control, briefly
moving the thumbwheel toward Erasing Speed Memory
. Move the thumbwheel toward SET/− will result in cruise set to the The cruise control set speed is
SET/− and hold until the desired current vehicle speed.
lower speed is reached, then erased from memory if o is
release it. Using Cruise Control on Hills pressed or if the vehicle is
How well cruise control works on turned off.
. To decrease the vehicle speed in
small increments, move the hills depends on the vehicle speed,
thumbwheel toward SET/− load, and the steepness of the hills.
briefly. For each press, the When going up steep hills, you
vehicle goes about 1.6 km/h might have to step on the
(1 mph) slower. accelerator pedal to maintain the
vehicle speed. When going
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Driver Assistance An image appears on the Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
infotainment screen with the On vehicles with the RCTA, a
Systems message Check Surroundings for warning triangle with a left or right
Safety when the vehicle is shifted pointing arrow may also display on
Rear Vision into R (Reverse). The display goes the RVC screen to warn of traffic
to the previous screen after
Camera (RVC) approximately 10 seconds once the
coming from the left or the right.
Three beeps will sound from the
The RVC can assist the driver when vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse). speaker on that side. This system
backing up by displaying a view of To return to the previous screen detects objects coming from up to
the area behind the vehicle. sooner, do one of the following: 20 m (65 ft) from the left or right side
. Press a hard key on the behind the vehicle. The RCTA
{ Warning infotainment system. system will not work properly if ice,
snow, mud, or anything else builds
The camera(s) do not display . Shift into P (Park). up on the rear bumper sensors.
children, pedestrians, bicyclists,
. Reach a vehicle speed of Use caution while backing up when
crossing traffic, animals, or any
8 km/h (5 mph). towing a trailer, as the RCTA
other object outside of the
Press MENU to adjust the display detection zones that extend out
cameras’ field of view, below the
brightness while viewing the rear from the back of your vehicle do not
bumper, or under the vehicle.
camera display. move further back when a trailer is
Shown distances may be different towed.
from actual distances. Do not Guidelines
drive or park the vehicle using
only these camera(s). Always The RVC system may have a
guideline overlay that can help the
check behind and around the
driver align the vehicle when
vehicle before driving. Failure to
backing into a parking spot. To turn
use proper care may result in the guidelines off see Vehicle
injury, death, or vehicle damage. Personalization 0 130.
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Rear Vision Camera Location When the System Does Not

Seem To Work Properly
The RVC system may not work
properly or display a clear image if:
. It is dark.
. The sun or the beam of
headlamps is shining directly
into the camera lens.
. Ice, snow, mud, or anything else
builds up on the camera lens.
Clean the lens, rinse it with
1. View displayed by the water, and wipe it with a soft
camera. cloth.
The camera is above the license
. The back of the vehicle is in an
plate.
accident, the position and
The area displayed by the camera is mounting angle of the camera
limited. can change or the camera can
It does not display objects that are be affected. Be sure to have the
close to either corner or under the camera and its position and
bumper and can vary depending on mounting angle checked at your
vehicle orientation or road dealer.
conditions. Displayed images may . There are extreme temperature
be closer or farther than they changes.
1. View displayed by the
appear.
camera.
The following illustrations show the 2. Corner of the rear bumper.
field of view that the camera
provides.
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Parking Assist Warning (Continued)

See “Turning the System On and
Off” later in this section to turn the
If equipped, the Front and Rear system off.
Parking Assist (FRPA) system, area around the vehicle and
assists the driver with parking and check all mirrors before moving High-toned beeps from the front
avoiding objects. FRPA operates at forward or backing. speakers are for objects detected
speeds less than 8 km/h (5 mph). near the front bumper. Low-toned
The sensors on the front and rear beeps from the rear speakers are
bumper detect objects up to 1.2 m How the System Works for objects detected near the rear
(4 ft) in front of the vehicle, 2.5 m When the vehicle is shifted into bumper. The interval between the
(8 ft) behind the vehicle, and at least R (Reverse) the front and rear beeps becomes shorter as the
25 cm (10 in) off the ground and sensors are automatically turned on. vehicle gets closer to the obstacle.
below liftgate level. This detection After the vehicle is shifted out of When the distance is less than
distance may be less during warmer R (Reverse), the rear sensors are 30 cm (12 in) the beeping is a
or humid weather. turned off and the front sensors stay continuous tone for five seconds.
on until the vehicle is above a Objects Detected by Both the
{ Warning speed of 8 km/h (5 mph). For the
front park assist system to be active
Front and Rear Sensors
The Parking Assist system does again without shifting into In general, if objects are detected at
R (Reverse), the park assist button the same time near both the front
not detect children, pedestrians,
on the center stack, forward of the and rear bumpers while backing up,
bicyclists, animals, or objects
shift lever, must be pressed. See the beeps only sound to indicate
located below the bumper or that that objects are close to the rear
are too close or too far from the “Turning the System On and Off”
later in this section. bumper.
vehicle. It is not available at
speeds greater than 8 km/h FRPA operates only at speeds less However, if an object comes within
(5 mph). To prevent injury, death, than 8 km/h (5 mph). 0.3 m (1 ft) of the front bumper while
or vehicle damage, even with the vehicle is backing up and at the
When the vehicle is in N (Neutral), same time there is another object
Parking Assist, always check the the system may be active. If the further than 0.3 m (1 ft) from the rear
(Continued) vehicle is in a car wash, the sensors
may detect objects in the car wash.
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bumper, then higher-pitched beeps When the System Does Not weather. The message may not
only sound to indicate the front Seem to Work Properly clear until the frost or ice has
object. melted.
The following messages may be
Turning the System On and Off displayed on the DIC: . An object was hanging out of the
liftgate during the last drive
The FRPA system can be turned on SERVICE PARKING ASSIST : If cycle. Once the object is
and off by pressing the park assist this message occurs, take the removed, FRPA will return to
button on the center stack, forward vehicle to your dealer to repair the normal operation.
of the shift lever. system.
. An object or cover is attached to
PARK ASSIST OFF : If the FRPA the front of the vehicle.
system does not activate due to a
temporary condition, the message . The bumper is damaged. Take
displays on the DIC. This can occur the vehicle to your dealer to
under the following conditions: repair the system.
. The driver has disabled the . Other conditions, such as
system. vibrations from a jackhammer or
The indicator light in the button the compression of air brakes on
comes on when the system is . The sensors are not clean. Keep
a very large truck, are affecting
turned on. the vehicle's bumpers free of system performance.
mud, dirt, snow, ice and slush.
When the system is off, the indicator For cleaning instructions, see
light in the button is off or PARK Exterior Care 0 265.
Forward Collision Alert
ASSIST OFF briefly displays on the (FCA) System
Driver Information Center (DIC). . The park assist sensors are
covered by frost or ice. Frost or If equipped, the FCA system may
FRPA defaults to the on setting ice can form around and behind help to avoid or reduce the harm
each time the vehicle is started. caused by front-end crashes. When
the sensors and may not always
be seen; this can occur after approaching a vehicle ahead too
washing the vehicle in cold quickly, FCA provides a red flashing
alert on the windshield and rapidly
beeps.
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FCA detects vehicles within a Detecting the Vehicle Ahead

distance of approximately 60 m Warning (Continued)
(197 ft) and operates at speeds
above 40 km/h (25 mph). or ice, or if the windshield is
damaged. It may also not detect a
vehicle on winding or hilly roads,
{ Warning or in conditions that can limit
FCA is a warning system and visibility such as fog, rain,
does not apply the brakes. When or snow, or if the headlamps or
FCA warnings will not occur unless windshield are not cleaned or in
approaching a slower-moving or the FCA system detects a vehicle
stopped vehicle ahead too rapidly, proper condition. Keep the
ahead. When a vehicle is detected,
or when following a vehicle too windshield, headlamps, and FCA
the vehicle ahead indicator will
closely, FCA may not provide a display green. Vehicles may not be sensors clean and in good repair.
warning with enough time to help detected on curves, highway exit
avoid a crash. It also may not ramps, or hills, due to poor visibility; Collision Alert
provide any warning at all. FCA or if a vehicle ahead is partially
does not warn of pedestrians, blocked by pedestrians or other
animals, signs, guardrails, objects. FCA will not detect another
bridges, construction barrels, vehicle ahead until it is completely
or other objects. Be ready to take in the driving lane.
action and apply the brakes. See
Defensive Driving 0 157. { Warning
When your vehicle approaches
FCA does not provide a warning another detected vehicle too rapidly,
FCA can be disabled with the FCA to help avoid a crash, unless it
steering wheel control. the FCA display will flash on the
detects a vehicle. FCA may not windshield. Also, eight rapid
detect a vehicle ahead if the FCA high-pitched beeps will sound from
sensor is blocked by dirt, snow, the front. When this Collision Alert
(Continued) occurs, the brake system may
prepare for driver braking to occur
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more rapidly which can cause a faster the vehicle speed, the farther side blind zone (or spot) areas. The
brief, mild deceleration. Continue to away the alert will occur. Consider SBZA warning display will light up in
apply the brake pedal as needed. traffic and weather conditions when the corresponding outside side
Cruise control may be disengaged selecting the alert timing. The range mirror and will flash if the turn signal
when the Collision Alert occurs. of selectable alert timings may not is on.
be appropriate for all drivers and
Selecting the Alert Timing driving conditions. { Warning
Unnecessary Alerts SBZA does not alert the driver to
FCA may provide unnecessary vehicles rapidly approaching
alerts to turning vehicles, vehicles in outside of the side blind zones,
other lanes, objects that are not pedestrians, bicyclists,
vehicles, or shadows. These alerts or animals. It may not provide
are normal operation and the alerts when changing lanes under
vehicle does not need service. all driving conditions. Failure to
Cleaning the System use proper care when changing
lanes may result in injury, death,
If the FCA system does not seem to or vehicle damage. Before
operate properly, cleaning the making a lane change, always
outside of the windshield in front of
check mirrors, glance over your
The Collision Alert control is on the the rearview mirror may correct the
shoulder, and use the turn
steering wheel. Press [ to set the issue.
signals.
FCA timing to far, medium, or near,
or on some vehicles, Off. The first Side Blind Zone
button press shows the current Alert (SBZA)
setting on the DIC. Additional button
presses will change this setting. The If equipped, the SBZA system is a
chosen setting will remain until it is lane-changing aid that assists
changed. The timing of alerts will drivers with avoiding crashes that
vary based on vehicle speed. The occur with moving vehicles in the
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SBZA Detection Zones unsafe to change lanes. Before If SBZA is disabled by the driver,
making a lane change, check the the SBZA mirror displays will not
SBZA display, check mirrors, glance light up.
over your shoulder, and use the turn
signals. When the System Does Not
Seem to Work Properly
SBZA displays may not come on
when passing a vehicle quickly or
for a stopped vehicle. SBZA may
alert to objects attached to the
vehicle, such as a bicycle, or object
Left Side Mirror Right Side Mirror extending out to either side of the
Display Display vehicle. This is normal system
operation; the vehicle does not need
The SBZA sensor covers a zone of When the vehicle is started, both service.
approximately one lane over from outside mirror SBZA displays will
briefly come on to indicate the SBZA may not always alert the
both sides of the vehicle, or 3.5 m driver to vehicles in the side blind
(11 ft). The height of the zone is system is operating. When the
vehicle is in a forward gear, the left- zone, especially in wet conditions.
approximately between 0.5 m (1.5 ft) The system does not need to be
and 2 m (6 ft) off the ground. This or right-side mirror display will light
up if a moving vehicle is detected in serviced. The system may light up
zone starts at approximately the due to guardrails, signs, trees,
middle of the vehicle and goes back that blind zone. If the turn signal is
activated in the same direction of a shrubs, and other non-moving
5 m (16 ft). objects. This is normal system
detected vehicle, this display will
How the System Works flash as an extra warning not to operation; the vehicle does not need
change lanes. service.
The SBZA symbol lights up in the
side mirrors when the system SBZA can be disabled through SBZA may not operate when the
detects a moving vehicle in the next vehicle personalization. See SBZA sensors in the left or right
lane over that is in the side blind “Collision/Detection Systems” under corners of the rear bumper are
zone. This indicates it may be Vehicle Personalization 0 130. covered with mud, dirt, snow, ice,
or slush, or in heavy rainstorms. For
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cleaning instructions, see "Washing direction. LDW uses a camera

the Vehicle" under Exterior Care sensor to detect the lane markings Warning (Continued)
0 265. If the DIC still displays the at speeds of 56 km/h (35 mph) or
system unavailable message after greater. If LDW only detects lane
cleaning both sides of the vehicle markings on one side of the road,
it will only warn you when
toward the rear corners of the
vehicle, see your dealer.
{ Warning departing the lane on the side
The LDW system does not steer where it has detected a lane
If the SBZA displays do not light up marking. Always keep your
when vehicles are in the blind zone the vehicle. The LDW system
may not: attention on the road and
and the system is clean, the system
maintain proper vehicle position
may need service. Take the vehicle . Provide enough time to
to your dealer. within the lane, or vehicle
avoid a crash. damage, injury, or death could
When SBZA is disabled for any . Detect lane markings under occur. Always keep the
reason other than the driver turning poor weather or visibility windshield, headlamps, and
it off, the Side Blind Zone Alert On conditions. This can occur if camera sensors clean and in
option will not be available on the the windshield or good repair. Do not use LDW in
personalization menu. headlamps are blocked by bad weather conditions.
Radio Frequency Information dirt, snow, or ice; if they are
not in proper condition; or if
See Radio Frequency the sun shines directly into How the System Works
Statement 0 301. the camera. The LDW camera sensor is on the
. Detect road edges. windshield ahead of the rearview
Lane Departure mirror.
. Detect lanes on winding or
Warning (LDW) hilly roads. To turn LDW on and off, press @ on
If equipped, LDW may help avoid (Continued) the center stack, forward of the shift
crashes due to unintentional lane lever. The control indicator will light
departures. It may provide an alert if when LDW is on.
the vehicle is crossing a lane
without using a turn signal in that
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If the LDW system is not functioning Fuel

properly when lane markings are
clearly visible, cleaning the GM recommends the use of TOP
windshield may help. TIER® detergent gasoline to keep
the engine cleaner and reduce
LDW alerts may occur due to tar
engine deposits. See
marks, shadows, cracks in the road,
www.toptiergas.com for a list of TOP
When LDW is on, @ is green if temporary or construction lane
TIER detergent gasoline marketers
LDW is available to warn of a lane markings, or other road
and applicable countries.
departure. If the vehicle crosses a imperfections. This is normal system
detected lane marking without using operation; the vehicle does not need
the turn signal in that direction, @ service. Turn LDW off if these
conditions continue.
changes to amber and flashes.
Additionally, there will be three
beeps on the right or left, depending
on the lane departure direction.
When the System Does Not
Seem To Work Properly
The system may not detect lanes as
well when there are:
. Close vehicles ahead.
Do not use any fuel labeled E85 or
. Sudden lighting changes, such FlexFuel. Do not use gasoline with
as when driving through tunnels. ethanol levels greater than 15% by
. Banked roads. volume.
Use regular unleaded gasoline
meeting ASTM specification D4814
with a posted octane rating of 87 or
higher. Do not use gasoline with a
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posted octane rating of less than 87, may not pass a smog-check test.
as this may cause engine knock and Caution (Continued) See Malfunction Indicator Lamp
will lower fuel economy. (Check Engine Light) 0 113. If this
(MMT), which can damage occurs, return to your authorized
Prohibited Fuels the emissions control dealer for diagnosis. If it is
system and spark plugs. determined that the condition is
Caution . Fuel with a posted octane caused by the type of fuel used,
rating of less than the repairs may not be covered by the
Do not use fuels with any of the recommended fuel. Using vehicle warranty.
following conditions; doing so this fuel will lower fuel
may damage the vehicle and void economy and performance, Fuels in Foreign
its warranty: and may decrease the life of
the emissions catalyst.
Countries
. For vehicles which are not
FlexFuel, fuel labeled The U.S., Canada, and Mexico post
greater than 15% ethanol by fuel octane ratings in anti-knock
volume, such as mid-level
California Fuel index (AKI). For fuel not to use in a
ethanol blends (16 – 50% Requirements foreign country, see “Prohibited
ethanol), E85, or FlexFuel. Fuels” in Fuel 0 193.
If the vehicle is certified to meet
. Fuel with any amount of California Emissions Standards, it is
methanol, methylal, and designed to operate on fuels that Fuel Additives
aniline. These fuels can meet California specifications. See To keep fuel systems clean, TOP
corrode metal fuel system the underhood emission control TIER Detergent Gasoline is
parts or damage plastic and label. If this fuel is not available in recommended. See Fuel 0 193.
rubber parts. states adopting California Emissions
If TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is
Standards, the vehicle will operate
. Fuel containing metals such not available, one bottle of GM Fuel
satisfactorily on fuels meeting
as methylcyclopentadienyl System Treatment Cleaner added to
federal specifications, but emission
manganese tricarbonyl the fuel tank at every engine oil
control system performance may be
(Continued) change, can help. GM Fuel System
affected. The malfunction indicator
Treatment Cleaner is the only
lamp could turn on and the vehicle
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gasoline additive recommended by The fuel cap is behind a hinged fuel

General Motors. It is available at Warning (Continued) door on the passenger rear side of
your dealer. the vehicle.
. Keep children away from
the fuel pump and never let If equipped, the fuel door is locked
Filling the Tank children pump fuel. when the vehicle doors are locked.
. Fuel can spray out if the fuel Press K on the RKE transmitter to
{ Warning cap is opened too quickly. unlock.
Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn This spray can happen if the To open the fuel door, push and
violently and can cause injury or tank is nearly full, and is release the rearward center edge of
death. more likely in hot weather. the door.
Open the fuel cap slowly
. To help avoid injuries to you and wait for any hiss noise To remove the fuel cap, turn it
and others, read and follow to stop, then unscrew the slowly counterclockwise. The fuel
all the instructions on the cap all the way. cap has a spring in it; if the cap is
fuel pump island. released too soon, it will spring back
to the right.
. Turn off the engine when
refueling. While refueling, hang the tethered
fuel cap from the hook on the
. Keep sparks, flames, and fuel door.
smoking materials away
from fuel.
. Do not leave the fuel pump
{ Warning
unattended. Overfilling the fuel tank by more
. Do not use a cell phone than three clicks of a standard fill
while refueling. nozzle may cause:
. Do not re-enter the vehicle (Continued)
while pumping fuel.
(Continued)
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Filling a Portable Fuel

Warning (Continued) { Warning Container
. Vehicle performance issues, If a fire starts while you are
including engine stalling and
damage to the fuel system.
refueling, do not remove the
nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by
{ Warning
. Fuel spills. shutting off the pump or by Filling a portable fuel container
notifying the station attendant. while it is in the vehicle can cause
. Potential fuel fires. Leave the area immediately. fuel vapors that can ignite either
by static electricity or other
Be careful not to spill fuel. Wait a means. You or others could be
few seconds after you have finished badly burned and the vehicle
pumping before removing the Caution could be damaged. Always:
nozzle. Clean fuel from painted
If a new fuel cap is needed, be . Use approved fuel
surfaces as soon as possible. See
Exterior Care 0 265. sure to get the right type of cap containers.
from your dealer. The wrong type . Remove the container from
When replacing the fuel cap, turn it of fuel cap may not fit properly,
clockwise until it clicks. Make sure the vehicle, trunk, or pickup
may cause the malfunction bed before filling.
the cap is fully installed. The indicator lamp to light, and could
diagnostic system can determine if . Place the container on the
damage the fuel tank and
the fuel cap has been left off or ground.
emissions system. See
improperly installed. This would . Place the nozzle inside the
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
allow fuel to evaporate into the fill opening of the container
atmosphere. See Malfunction (Check Engine Light) 0 113.
before dispensing fuel, and
Indicator Lamp (Check Engine keep it in contact with the fill
Light) 0 113. opening until filling is
complete.
(Continued)
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Warning (Continued) Trailer Towing Conversions and

Add-Ons
. Fill the container no more General Towing
than 95% full to allow for Information
expansion. Add-On Electrical
. Do not smoke, light
The vehicle is neither designed nor Equipment
intended to tow a trailer.
matches, or use lighters
while pumping fuel. { Warning
. Avoid using cell phones or The Data Link Connector (DLC) is
other electronic devices. used for vehicle service and
Emission Inspection/Maintenance
testing. See Malfunction Indicator
Lamp (Check Engine Light) 0 113.
A device connected to the DLC —
such as an aftermarket fleet or
driver-behavior tracking device —
may interfere with vehicle
systems. This could affect vehicle
operation and cause a crash.
Such devices may also access
information stored in the vehicle’s
systems.
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Caution
Some electrical equipment can
damage the vehicle or cause
components to not work and
would not be covered by the
vehicle warranty. Always check
with your dealer before adding
electrical equipment.
Add-on equipment can drain the

vehicle's 12-volt battery, even if the
vehicle is not operating.
The vehicle has an airbag system.
Before attempting to add anything
electrical to the vehicle, see
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped
Vehicle 0 73 and Adding Equipment
to the Airbag-Equipped
Vehicle 0 73.
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Vehicle Care 199
Starter Switch Check . . . . . . . . . 220

Vehicle Care Automatic Transmission Shift
All-Season Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234
Winter Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235
Lock Control Function Summer Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235
Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220 Tire Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . . . 236
General Information Park Brake and P (Park) Tire Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 200 Mechanism Check . . . . . . . . . . 221 Tire Terminology and
California Proposition Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . 221 Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238
65 Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 Windshield Replacement . . . . . 223 Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241
California Perchlorate Tire Pressure Monitor
Materials Requirements . . . . . 200 Headlamp Aiming System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242
Accessories and Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . 223 Tire Pressure Monitor
Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243
Bulb Replacement
Vehicle Checks Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 223 Tire Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246
Doing Your Own Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223 Tire Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246
Service Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201 Headlamps, Front Turn Signal When It Is Time for New
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202 and Parking Lamps . . . . . . . . . 224 Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247
Engine Compartment License Plate Lamp . . . . . . . . . . 225 Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204 Replacement Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . 226 Different Size Tires and
Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207 Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . 209 Electrical System Uniform Tire Quality
Automatic Transmission Electrical System Overload . . . 226 Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210 Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . 227 Wheel Alignment and Tire
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . . . 210 Engine Compartment Fuse Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212 Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227 Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 251
Engine Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213 Instrument Panel Fuse Tire Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252
Engine Overheating . . . . . . . . . . 215 Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230 If a Tire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . . . 253
Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217 Rear Compartment Fuse Tire Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217 Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232 Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . 258
Brake Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
Wheels and Tires
Battery - North America . . . . . . 219
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234
All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220
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200 Vehicle Care
Jump Starting General Information cause cancer and birth defects or

Jump Starting - North other reproductive harm. Engine
America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259 For service and parts needs, visit exhaust, many parts and systems,
your dealer. You will receive many fluids, and some component
Towing the Vehicle genuine GM parts and GM-trained wear by-products contain and/or
Towing the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 262 and supported service people. emit these chemicals.
Recreational Vehicle
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262 Genuine GM parts have one of See Battery - North America 0 219
these marks: and Jump Starting - North
Appearance Care America 0 259.
Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265
Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269 California Perchlorate
Floor Mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
Materials Requirements
Certain types of automotive
applications, such as airbag
initiators, safety belt pretensioners,
and lithium batteries contained in
Remote Keyless Entry transmitters,
may contain perchlorate materials.
Special handling may be necessary.
For additional information, see
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/
California Proposition perchlorate.
65 Warning
Accessories and
WARNING: Most motor vehicles,
including this one, as well as many Modifications
of its service parts and fluids, Adding non-dealer accessories or
contain and/or emit chemicals making modifications to the vehicle
known to the State of California to can affect vehicle performance and
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safety, including such things as GM Accessories are designed to Vehicle Checks

airbags, braking, stability, ride and complement and function with other
handling, emissions systems, systems on the vehicle. See your
aerodynamics, durability, and dealer to accessorize the vehicle Doing Your Own
electronic systems like antilock using genuine GM Accessories Service Work
brakes, traction control, and stability installed by a dealer technician.
control. These accessories or
modifications could even cause
Also, see Adding Equipment to the { Warning
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 73.
malfunction or damage not covered It can be dangerous to work on
by the vehicle warranty. your vehicle if you do not have
Damage to suspension components the proper knowledge, service
caused by modifying vehicle height manual, tools, or parts. Always
outside of factory settings will not be follow owner manual procedures
covered by the vehicle warranty. and consult the service manual
Damage to vehicle components for your vehicle before doing any
resulting from modifications or the service work.
installation or use of non-GM
certified parts, including control If doing some of your own service
module or software modifications, is work, use the proper service
not covered under the terms of the manual. It tells you much more
vehicle warranty and may affect about how to service the vehicle
remaining warranty coverage for than this manual can. To order the
affected parts. proper service manual, see Service
Publications Ordering
Information 0 300.
This vehicle has an airbag system.
Before attempting to do your own
service work, see Servicing the
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 73.
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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 located
any service work performed. See on the lower left side of the
Maintenance Records 0 286. instrument 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
release lever toward the right
side of the vehicle.
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To close the hood:

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
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 (LE2)

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1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 210.

2. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See
Engine Oil 0 207.
3. Engine Oil Dipstick. See
Engine Oil 0 207.
4. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of
View). See Cooling
System 0 212.
5. Engine Coolant Surge Tank
and Pressure Cap. See
Cooling System 0 212.
6. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See
Brakes 0 217.
7. Auxiliary Fuse Block. See
Engine Compartment Fuse
Block 0 227.
8. Battery - North America 0 219.
9. Windshield Washer Fluid
Reservoir. See Washer
Fluid 0 217.
10. Engine Compartment Fuse
Block 0 227.
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1.4L L4 Engine (LUV)

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1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 210. Engine Oil dipstick handle is a loop. See
2. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Engine Compartment Overview
To ensure proper engine 0 204 for the location.
Engine Oil 0 207. performance and long life, careful
attention must be paid to engine oil.
3. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of
View). See Cooling Following these simple, but { Warning
System 0 212. important steps will help protect The engine oil dipstick handle
your investment: may be hot; it could burn you.
4. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See
Engine Oil 0 207. . Use engine oil approved to the Use a towel or glove to touch the
proper specification and of the dipstick handle.
proper viscosity grade. See
and Pressure Cap. See
“Selecting the Right Engine Oil”
Cooling System 0 212. in this section. If a low oil Driver Information Center
6. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See (DIC) message displays, check the
. Check the engine oil level oil level.
Brakes 0 217.
regularly and maintain the
7. Auxiliary Fuse Block. See proper oil level. See “Checking Follow these guidelines:
Engine Compartment Fuse Engine Oil” and “When to Add . To get an accurate reading, park
Block 0 227. Engine Oil” in this section. the vehicle on level ground.
8. Battery - North America 0 219. . Change the engine oil at the Check the engine oil level after
appropriate time. See Engine Oil the engine has been off for at
9. Windshield Washer Fluid least two hours. Checking the
Reservoir. See Washer Life System 0 209.
engine oil level on steep grades
Fluid 0 217. . Always dispose of engine oil or too soon after engine shutoff
10. Engine Compartment Fuse properly. See “What to Do with can result in incorrect readings.
Block 0 227. Used Oil” in this section. Accuracy improves when
Checking Engine Oil checking a cold engine prior to
starting. Remove the dipstick
Check the engine oil level regularly and check the level.
(every 650 km (400 mi), especially
prior to a long trip. The engine oil
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. If unable to wait two hours, the 15 minutes, add 1 L (1 qt) of the Add enough oil to put the level
engine must be off for at least recommended oil and then recheck somewhere in the proper operating
15 minutes if the engine is the level. See “Selecting the Right range between the MIN and MAX
warm, or at least 30 minutes if Engine Oil” later in this section for marks. Push the dipstick all the way
the engine is not warm. Pull out an explanation of what kind of oil to back in when through.
the dipstick, wipe it with a clean use. For engine oil crankcase
paper towel or cloth, then push it capacity, see Capacities and Selecting the Right Engine Oil
back in all the way. Remove it Specifications 0 288. Selecting the right engine oil
again, keeping the tip down, and depends on both the proper oil
check the level. Caution specification and viscosity grade.
See Recommended Fluids and
When to Add Engine Oil Do not add too much oil. Oil Lubricants 0 284.
levels above or below the
Specification
acceptable operating range
shown on the dipstick are harmful Ask for and use engine oils that
to the engine. If you find that you meet the dexos1™ specification.
have an oil level above the Engine oils that have been
operating range, i.e., the engine approved by GM as meeting the
1.4L L4 Turbo Engine (LUV) has so much oil that the oil level dexos1 specification are marked
gets above the MAX mark, the with the dexos1 approved logo. See
engine could be damaged. You www.gmdexos.com.
should drain out the excess oil or
limit driving of the vehicle and
seek a service professional to
remove the excess amount of oil.
1.4L L4 Turbo Engine (LE2)
See Engine Compartment Overview
If the oil is below the cross-hatched
0 204 for the location of the engine
area at the tip of the dipstick and
oil fill cap.
the engine has been off for at least
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Engine Oil Additives/Engine trash or pouring it on the ground,

Caution Oil Flushes into sewers, or into streams or
bodies of water. Recycle it by taking
Failure to use the recommended Do not add anything to the oil. The it to a place that collects used oil.
engine oil or equivalent can result recommended oils meeting the
in engine damage not covered by dexos1 specification are all that is
needed for good performance and
Engine Oil Life System
the vehicle warranty.
engine protection. When to Change Engine Oil
Viscosity Grade Engine oil system flushes are not This vehicle has a computer system
recommended and could cause that indicates when to change the
Use SAE 5W-30 viscosity grade engine damage not covered by the
engine oil. engine oil and filter. This is based
vehicle warranty. on a combination of factors which
Cold Temperature Operation: In an include engine revolutions, engine
area of extreme cold, where the What to Do with Used Oil
temperature, and miles driven.
temperature falls below −29 °C Used engine oil contains certain Based on driving conditions, the
(−20 °F), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be elements that can be unhealthy for mileage at which an oil change is
used. An oil of this viscosity grade your skin and could even cause indicated can vary considerably. For
will provide easier cold starting for cancer. Do not let used oil stay on the oil life system to work properly,
the engine at extremely low your skin for very long. Clean your the system must be reset every time
temperatures. When selecting an oil skin and nails with soap and water, the oil is changed.
of the appropriate viscosity grade, it or a good hand cleaner. Wash or
is recommended to select an oil of properly dispose of clothing or rags When the system has calculated
the correct specification. See containing used engine oil. See the that oil life has been diminished, it
“Specification” earlier in this section. manufacturer's warnings about the indicates that an oil change is
use and disposal of oil products. necessary. A CHANGE ENGINE
OIL SOON DIC message comes on.
Used oil can be a threat to the See Vehicle Messages 0 124.
environment. If you change your Change the oil as soon as possible
own oil, be sure to drain all the oil within the next 1 000 km (600 mi).
from the filter before disposal. Never It is possible that, if driving under
dispose of oil by putting it in the the best conditions, the oil life
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system might indicate that an oil useful life. If 99% is displayed, occurs, take the vehicle to your
change is not necessary for up to a that means that 99% of the dealer and have it repaired as soon
year. The engine oil and filter must current oil life remains. as possible.
be changed at least once a year 2. To reset the engine oil life There is a special procedure for
and, at this time, the system must system, press the SET/CLR checking and changing the
be reset. Your dealer has trained button while the oil life display transmission fluid. Because this
service people who will perform this is active. After a few seconds, procedure is difficult, you should
work and reset the system. It is also there will be a single chime and have this done at your dealer.
important to check the oil regularly the oil life will be reset
over the course of an oil drain Change the fluid at the intervals
to 100%. listed in Maintenance Schedule
interval and keep it at the proper
level. Be careful not to reset the oil life 0 278, and be sure to use the fluid
display accidentally at any time listed in Recommended Fluids and
If the system is ever reset other than after the oil is changed. Lubricants 0 284.
accidentally, the oil must be It cannot be reset accurately.
changed at 5 000 km (3,000 mi)
since the last oil change. If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Remember to reset the oil life DIC message comes back on when The engine air cleaner/filter is in the
system whenever the oil is changed. the vehicle is started, the engine oil engine compartment on the
life system has not reset. Repeat passenger side of the vehicle. See
How to Reset the Engine Oil the procedure. Engine Compartment
Life System Overview 0 204.
Reset the system whenever the Automatic Transmission
When to Inspect the Engine Air
engine oil is changed so that the Fluid Cleaner/Filter
system can calculate the next
engine oil change. To reset the How to Check Automatic For intervals on changing and
system: Transmission Fluid inspecting the engine air cleaner/
1. Press the MENU button to It is not necessary to check the filter, see Maintenance
show Remaining Oil Life on the transmission fluid level. Schedule 0 278.
display. This display shows an A transmission fluid leak is the only
estimate of the oil’s remaining reason for fluid loss. If a leak
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How to Inspect the Engine Air To inspect or replace the air cleaner/
Cleaner/Filter filter:
Do not start the engine or have the
engine running with the engine air
cleaner/filter housing open. Before
removing the engine air cleaner/
filter, make sure that the engine air
cleaner/filter housing and nearby
components are free of dirt and
debris. Remove the engine air
cleaner/filter. Lightly tap and shake
the engine air cleaner/filter (away
from the vehicle), to release loose 1.4L L4 Engine (LUV)
dust and dirt. Inspect the engine air 1. Remove the two screws, tilt the
cleaner/filter for damage, and 1.4L L4 Engine (LE2) cover, and slide it out of the
replace if damaged. Do not clean assembly.
the engine air cleaner/filter with
water or compressed air. 2. Inspect or replace the engine
air cleaner/filter.
3. Lower the cover, slide it into
the assembly, then secure with
the two screws.
See Maintenance Schedule 0 278
for replacement intervals.
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{ Warning and Pressure Cap
Operating the engine with the air
cleaner/filter off can cause you or { Warning
others to be burned. The air An electric engine cooling fan
cleaner not only cleans the air; it under the hood can start up even
helps to stop flames if the engine when the engine is not running
backfires. Use caution when and can cause injury. Keep
working on the engine and do not hands, clothing, and tools away
drive with the air cleaner/filter off. from any underhood electric fan.

Caution { Warning
If the air cleaner/filter is off, dirt Heater and radiator hoses, and
can easily get into the engine, other engine parts, can be very
which could damage it. Always hot. Do not touch them. If you do,
have the air cleaner/filter in place you can be burned.
when you are driving.
Do not run the engine if there is a
leak. If you run the engine, it
Cooling System could lose all coolant. That could
The cooling system allows the cause an engine fire, and you
engine to maintain the correct could be burned. Get any leak
working temperature. 1.4L L4 Engine (LUV) fixed before you drive the vehicle.
1. Engine Cooling Fan (Out

of View)
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What to Use . Gives boiling protection up to

Caution 129 °C (265 °F), engine
Using coolant other than { Warning temperature.
DEX-COOL® can cause . Protects against rust and
Adding only plain water or some corrosion.
premature engine, heater core,
other liquid to the cooling system
or radiator corrosion. In addition, . Will not damage aluminum parts.
can be dangerous. Plain water
the engine coolant could require .
and other liquids, can boil before Helps keep the proper engine
changing sooner. Any repairs temperature.
the proper coolant mixture will.
The coolant warning system is set
vehicle warranty. Always use
DEX-COOL (silicate-free) coolant
for the proper coolant mixture. Caution
With plain water or the wrong
in the vehicle. If improper coolant mixture,
mixture, the engine could get too
hot but you would not get the inhibitors, or additives are used in
Engine Coolant overheat warning. The engine the vehicle cooling system, the
could catch fire and you or others engine could overheat and be
The cooling system in the vehicle is damaged. Too much water in the
could be burned. Use a 50/
filled with DEX-COOL engine mixture can freeze and crack
50 mixture of clean, drinkable
coolant. This coolant is designed to engine cooling parts. The repairs
remain in the vehicle for 5 years or water and DEX-COOL coolant.
240 000 km (150,000 mi), whichever
vehicle warranty. Use only the
occurs first. Use a 50/50 mixture of clean proper mixture of engine coolant
The following explains the cooling drinkable water and DEX-COOL
for the cooling system. See
system and how to check and add coolant. This mixture:
Recommended Fluids and
coolant when it is low. If there is a . Gives freezing protection down Lubricants 0 284.
problem with engine overheating, to −37 °C (−34 °F), outside
see Engine Overheating 0 215. temperature.
Never dispose of engine coolant by
putting it in the trash, pouring it on
the ground, or into sewers, streams,
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or bodies of water. Have the coolant If no coolant is visible in the coolant

changed by an authorized service surge tank, add coolant as follows: { Warning
center, familiar with legal
requirements regarding used How to Add Coolant to the Steam and scalding liquids from a
coolant disposal. This will help Coolant Surge Tank hot cooling system can blow out
protect the environment and your and burn you badly. Never turn
health. Caution the cap when the cooling system,
including the surge tank pressure
Checking Coolant This vehicle has a specific cap, is hot. Wait for the cooling
The vehicle must be on a level coolant fill procedure. Failure to system and surge tank pressure
surface when checking the coolant follow this procedure could cause cap to cool.
level. the engine to overheat and be
severely damaged.
It is normal to see coolant moving in
the upper coolant hose return line Caution
when the engine is running. If no problem is found, check to see
Check to see if coolant is visible in if coolant is visible in the coolant In cold weather, water can freeze
the coolant surge tank. If the coolant surge tank. If coolant is visible but and crack the engine, radiator,
inside the coolant surge tank is the coolant level is not at the heater core, and other parts. Use
boiling, do not do anything else until indicated level mark, add a 50/ the recommended coolant and
it cools down. 50 mixture of clean, drinkable water the proper coolant mixture.
and DEX-COOL coolant at the
If coolant is visible but the coolant coolant surge tank, but be sure the
level is not at or above the mark cooling system, including the
pointed to, add a 50/50 mixture of
clean drinkable water and
coolant surge tank pressure cap, is { Warning
cool before you do it.
DEX-COOL coolant. You can be burned if you spill
Be sure the cooling system is cool coolant on hot engine parts.
before this is done. Coolant contains ethylene glycol
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Turn the pressure cap slowly 5. Replace the pressure cap

Warning (Continued) counterclockwise about tightly.
one-quarter of a turn. If you Check the level in the coolant surge
and it will burn if the engine parts hear a hiss, wait for that to
are hot enough. Do not spill tank when the cooling system has
stop. This will allow any cooled down. If the coolant is not at
coolant on a hot engine. pressure still left to be vented the proper level, repeat Steps 1–
out the discharge hose. 3 and reinstall the pressure cap.
2. Keep turning the pressure cap If the coolant still is not at the proper
slowly and remove it. level when the system cools down
3. Fill the coolant surge tank with again, see your dealer.
the proper DEX-COOL coolant
mixture to the indicated Caution
level mark.
If the pressure cap is not tightly
4. With the coolant surge tank installed, coolant loss and
pressure cap off, start the possible engine damage may
engine and let it run until you occur. Be sure the cap is properly
can feel the upper radiator and tightly secured.
hose getting hot. Watch out for
1.4L L4 Engine (LUV) Shown, 1.4L the engine cooling fan.
L4 Engine (LE2) Similar By this time, the coolant level Engine Overheating
1. Remove the coolant surge tank inside the coolant surge tank The vehicle has an engine coolant
pressure cap when the cooling may be lower. If the level is temperature gauge to warn of the
system, including the coolant lower, add more of the proper engine overheating. See Engine
surge tank pressure cap and DEX-COOL coolant mixture to Coolant Temperature Gauge 0 110.
upper radiator hose, is no the coolant surge tank until the
longer hot. level reaches the indicated
level mark.
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If the decision is made not to lift the If Steam Is Coming from the too serious. Sometimes the engine
hood when this warning appears, Engine Compartment can get a little too hot when the
get service help right away. See vehicle:
Roadside Assistance
Program 0 295.
{ Warning . Climbs a long hill on a hot day.
. Stops after high-speed driving.
If the decision is made to lift the Steam from an overheated engine
hood, make sure the vehicle is can burn you badly, even if you . Idles for long periods in traffic.
parked on a level surface. just open the hood. Stay away If the overheat warning is displayed
Then check to see if the engine from the engine if you see or hear with no sign of steam:
cooling fan is running. If the engine steam coming from it. Just turn it
off and get everyone away from 1. Turn the air conditioning off.
is overheating, the fan should be
running. If it is not, do not continue the vehicle until it cools down. 2. Turn the heater on to the
to run the engine. Have the vehicle Wait until there is no sign of highest temperature and to the
serviced. steam or coolant before you open highest fan speed. Open the
the hood. windows as necessary.
Caution If you keep driving when the 3. When it is safe to do so, pull off
engine is overheated, the liquids the road, shift to P (Park) or
Running the engine without in it can catch fire. You or others N (Neutral), and let the
coolant may cause damage or a could be badly burned. Stop the engine idle.
fire. Vehicle damage would not be engine if it overheats, and get out If the engine coolant temperature
covered by the vehicle warranty. of the vehicle until the engine gauge is no longer in the overheat
is cool. zone, the vehicle can be driven.
Continue to drive the vehicle slowly
for about 10 minutes. Keep a safe
If No Steam Is Coming from vehicle distance from the vehicle in
the Engine Compartment front. If the warning does not come
If an engine overheat warning is back on, continue to drive normally
displayed but no steam can be seen and have the cooling system
or heard, the problem may not be checked for proper fill and function.
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If the warning continues, pull over, Open the cap with the washer
stop, and park the vehicle symbol on it. Add washer fluid until Caution (Continued)
right away. the tank is full. See Engine
. When using concentrated
If there is no sign of steam, idle the Compartment Overview 0 204 for
reservoir location. washer fluid, follow the
engine for three minutes while manufacturer instructions for
parked. If the warning is still adding water.
displayed, turn off the engine until it Caution
. Fill the washer fluid tank
cools down.
. Do not use washer fluid that only three-quarters full when
contains any type of water it is very cold. This allows
Washer Fluid repellent coating. This can for fluid expansion if
What to Use cause the wiper blades to freezing occurs, which could
chatter or skip. damage the tank if it is
When the vehicle needs windshield completely full.
washer fluid, be sure to read the . Do not use engine coolant
manufacturer's instructions before (antifreeze) in the
use. If operating the vehicle in an windshield washer. It can Brakes
area where the temperature may fall damage the windshield
washer system and paint. Disc brake pads have built-in wear
below freezing, use a fluid that has
indicators that make a high-pitched
sufficient protection against . Do not mix water with warning sound when the brake pads
freezing. ready-to-use washer fluid. are worn and new pads are needed.
Water can cause the The sound can come and go or can
Adding Washer Fluid
solution to freeze and be heard all the time when the
damage the washer fluid vehicle is moving, except when
tank and other parts of the applying the brake pedal firmly.
washer system.
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proper sequence to torque Brake Fluid

{ Warning specifications. See Capacities and
Specifications 0 288.
The brake wear warning sound
means that soon the brakes will Brake pads should be replaced as
not work well. That could lead to complete sets.
a crash. When the brake wear Brake Pedal Travel
warning sound is heard, have the
vehicle serviced. See your dealer if the brake pedal
does not return to normal height, The brake master cylinder reservoir
or if there is a rapid increase in is filled with GM approved DOT 4
pedal travel. This could be a sign brake fluid as indicated on the
Caution that brake service may be required. reservoir cap. See Engine
Compartment Overview 0 204 for
Continuing to drive with worn-out Replacing Brake System Parts
the location of the reservoir.
brake pads could result in costly Always replace brake system parts
brake repair. with new, approved replacement Checking Brake Fluid
parts. If this is not done, the brakes With the vehicle in P (Park) on a
Some driving conditions or climates may not work properly. The braking level surface, the brake fluid level
can cause a brake squeal when the performance expected can change should be between the minimum
brakes are first applied or lightly in many other ways if the wrong and maximum marks on the brake
applied. This does not mean replacement brake parts are fluid reservoir.
something is wrong with the brakes. installed or if parts are improperly
There are only two reasons why the
installed.
Properly torqued wheel nuts are brake fluid level in the reservoir may
necessary to help prevent brake go down:
pulsation. When tires are rotated, . Normal brake lining wear. When
inspect brake pads for wear and new linings are installed, the
evenly tighten wheel nuts in the fluid level goes back up.
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. A fluid leak in the brake When the brake fluid falls to a low
hydraulic system. Have the level, the brake warning light comes Caution
brake hydraulic system fixed. on. See Brake System Warning
With a leak, the brakes will not Light 0 115. If brake fluid is spilled on the
work well. vehicle's painted surfaces, the
Brake fluid absorbs water over time paint finish can be damaged.
Always clean the brake fluid which degrades the effectiveness of Immediately wash off any painted
reservoir cap and the area around the brake fluid. Replace brake fluid surface.
the cap before removing it. at the specified intervals to prevent
Do not top off the brake fluid. increased stopping distance. See
Adding fluid does not correct a leak. Maintenance Schedule 0 278. Battery - North America
If fluid is added when the linings are What to Add The original equipment battery is
worn, there will be too much fluid maintenance free. Do not remove
when new brake linings are Use only GM approved DOT 4
brake fluid from a clean, sealed the cap and do not add fluid.
installed. Add or remove fluid, as
necessary, only when work is done container. See Recommended Refer to the replacement number
on the brake hydraulic system. Fluids and Lubricants 0 284. shown on the original battery label
when a new battery is needed. See
{ Warning { Warning Engine Compartment Overview
0 204 for battery location.
If too much brake fluid is added, it The wrong or contaminated brake
can spill on the engine and burn, fluid could result in damage to the
brake system. This could result in
{ Warning
if the engine is hot enough. You
the loss of braking leading to a WARNING: Battery posts,
or others could be burned, and
possible injury. Always use the terminals, and related
the vehicle could be damaged.
proper GM approved brake fluid. accessories contain lead and lead
Add brake fluid only when work is
compounds, chemicals known to
done on the brake hydraulic
the State of California to cause
system.
cancer and birth defects or other
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Extended Storage: Remove the 2. Apply both the parking brake

Warning (Continued) black, negative (−) cable from the and the regular brake.
battery or use a battery trickle Do not use the accelerator
reproductive harm. Batteries also charger.
contain other chemicals known to pedal, and be ready to turn off
the State of California to cause the engine immediately if it
All-Wheel Drive starts.
cancer. WASH HANDS AFTER
HANDLING. Transfer Case 3. Try to start the engine in each
See California Proposition gear. The vehicle should start
Under normal driving conditions,
only in P (Park) or N (Neutral).
65 Warning 0 200. transfer case fluid does not require
If the vehicle starts in any other
maintenance unless there is a fluid
position, contact your dealer for
leak or unusual noise. If required,
Vehicle Storage have the transfer case serviced by
service.
your dealer.
{ Warning Automatic Transmission
Starter Switch Check Shift Lock Control
Batteries have acid that can burn
you and gas that can explode. Function Check
You can be badly hurt if you are { Warning
not careful. See Jump Starting -
When you are doing this
{ Warning
North America 0 259 for tips on inspection, the vehicle could When you are doing this
working around a battery without
move suddenly. If the vehicle inspection, the vehicle could
getting hurt. moves, you or others could be move suddenly. If the vehicle
injured. moves, you or others could be
Infrequent Usage: Remove the injured.
black, negative (−) cable from the
1. Before starting this check, be
battery to keep the battery from
sure there is enough room
running down.
around the vehicle.
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1. Before starting this check, be

Warning (Continued)
Wiper Blade Replacement
sure there is enough room
around the vehicle. It should be Windshield wiper blades should be
parked on a level surface. of the vehicle in case it begins to inspected for wear and cracking.
roll. Be ready to apply the regular See Maintenance Schedule 0 278.
2. Apply the parking brake. Be brake at once should the vehicle
ready to apply the regular Replacement blades come in
begin to move. different types and are removed in
brake immediately if the vehicle
begins to move. different ways. For proper type and
Park on a fairly steep hill, with the length, see Maintenance
3. With the engine off, turn the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping Replacement Parts 0 285.
ignition on, but do not start the your foot on the regular brake, set
engine. Without applying the the parking brake.
regular brake, try to move the Caution
shift lever out of P (Park) with . To check the parking brake's
holding ability: With the engine Allowing the wiper arm to touch
normal effort. If the shift lever
running and the transmission in the windshield when no wiper
moves out of P (Park), contact
N (Neutral), slowly remove foot blade is installed could damage
your dealer for service.
pressure from the regular brake the windshield. Any damage that
pedal. Do this until the vehicle is occurs would not be covered by
Park Brake and P (Park) the vehicle warranty. Do not allow
held by the parking brake only.
Mechanism Check the wiper arm to touch the
. To check the P (Park)
windshield.
mechanism's holding ability:
{ Warning With the engine running, shift to
When you are doing this check, P (Park). Then release the Front Wiper Blade
the vehicle could begin to move. parking brake followed by the Replacement
regular brake.
You or others could be injured To replace the front wiper blades:
and property could be damaged. Contact your dealer if service is
required. 1. Lift the wiper arm from the
Make sure there is room in front
windshield until no further
(Continued) movement is possible.
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4. After wiper blade replacement,

Caution ensure that the cover hook
slides into the slot in the blade
Damage may occur if the wiper assembly.
blades are not in contact with the
windshield before turning on the 5. Snap the cover down to
wiper system. secure.
To replace the wiper blade:
Rear Wiper Blade Replacement 1. Lift the wiper arm away from
the windshield.
The rear wiper blade and wiper arm
have a cover for protection. The
cover must be removed before the
2. Press the release button on the wiper blade can be replaced.
top side of the wiper and pull
the wiper blade out of the end To remove the cover:
of the wiper arm.
3. Install the wiper blade
connector by sliding into the
end of the wiper arm until the
button on the wiper blade clicks
2. Push the release lever (2) to
into place with the wiper arm.
disengage the hook and push
4. Place the wiper arm with the 1. Slide a plastic tool under the the wiper arm (1) out of the
wiper blade in place back on cover and push upward to blade assembly (3).
the windshield. unsnap. 3. Push the new blade assembly
2. Slide the cover toward the securely on the wiper arm until
wiper blade tip to unhook it the release lever clicks into
from the blade assembly. place.
3. Remove the cover. 4. Replace the wiper cover.
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Windshield Replacement Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement

Driver Assistance Systems Headlamp aim has been preset and For the proper type of replacement
should need no further adjustment. bulbs, see Replacement
When a windshield replacement is
If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, Bulbs 0 226.
needed and the vehicle is equipped
with a front-looking camera sensor the headlamp aim may be affected. For any bulb-changing procedure
for the Driver Assistance Systems, If adjustment to the headlamps is not listed in this section, contact
the windshield must be installed necessary, see your dealer. your dealer.
according to GM specifications for
these systems to work properly. If it Halogen Bulbs
is not, there may be unexpected
behavior and/or messages from
these systems. See Object
{ Warning
Detection System Messages 0 127. 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.
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Headlamps, Front Turn 4. Disconnect the wiring harness

connector from the bulb.
Signal and Parking
Lamps 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.
Parking Lamp
2. Remove the headlamp bulb 1. Open the hood. See
access cover. Hood 0 202.
3. Turn the bulb counterclockwise
and pull straight back.
Driver Side Shown, Passenger
Side Similar
1. Turn Signal Lamp

2. Low-Beam Headlamp
3. Parking Lamp
4. High-Beam Headlamp
High-Beam Headlamp/
Low-Beam Headlamp
1. Open the hood. See
Hood 0 202.
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2. Remove the parking lamp bulb 2. Remove the turn signal lamp License Plate Lamp
socket from the headlamp bulb socket from the headlamp
assembly by turning assembly by turning
counterclockwise. counterclockwise.
3. Remove the bulb from the bulb 3. Remove the bulb from the bulb
socket by pulling it straight out. socket by pulling it straight out.
4. Install the new bulb in the bulb 4. Install the new bulb in the bulb
socket. socket.
5. Install the bulb socket into the 5. Install the bulb socket into the
headlamp assembly by turning headlamp assembly by turning
clockwise. clockwise.
Turn Signal Lamp
1. Open the hood. See Lamp Assembly
Hood 0 202.
Bulb Assembly
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To replace one of these bulbs: Replacement Bulbs Electrical System

1. Push the left end of the lamp Bulb
Exterior Lamp
assembly toward the right. Number Electrical System
2. Turn the lamp assembly down Back-Up Lamp 921 Overload
to remove it.
Front Parking Lamp 7444NA The vehicle has fuses and circuit
3. Turn the bulb socket (1) breakers to protect against an
counterclockwise to remove it Front Turn 7444NA electrical system overload.
from the lamp assembly (3). Signal Lamp
When the current electrical load is
4. Pull the bulb (2) straight out of High-Beam 9005LL too heavy, the circuit breaker opens
the bulb socket (1). Headlamp and closes, protecting the circuit
5. Push the replacement bulb License Plate Lamp W5W LL until the current load returns to
straight into the bulb socket normal or the problem is fixed. This
Low-Beam H11 LL greatly reduces the chance of circuit
and turn the bulb socket Headlamp
clockwise to install it into the overload and fire caused by
lamp assembly. electrical problems.
For replacement bulbs not listed
6. Turn the lamp assembly into here, contact your dealer. Fuses and circuit breakers protect
the lamp assembly opening power devices in the vehicle.
engaging the clip side first. Replace a bad fuse with a new one
7. Push on the lamp side opposite of the identical size and rating.
the clip until the lamp assembly If there is a problem on the road and
snaps into place. a fuse needs to be replaced, the
same amperage fuse can be
borrowed. Choose some feature of
the vehicle that is not needed to use
and replace it as soon as possible.
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Headlamp Wiring Fuses and Circuit Engine Compartment

An electrical overload may cause Breakers Fuse Block
the lamps to go on and off, or in
The wiring circuits in the vehicle are
some cases to remain off. Have the
protected from short circuits by a
headlamp wiring checked right away
combination of fuses and circuit
if the lamps go on and off or
breakers. This greatly reduces the
remain off.
chance of damage caused by
Windshield Wipers electrical problems.
If the wiper motor overheats due to To check a fuse, look at the
heavy snow or ice, the windshield silver-colored band inside the fuse.
wipers will stop until the motor cools If the band is broken or melted,
and will then restart. replace the fuse. Be sure to replace
a bad fuse with a new one of the
Although the circuit is protected identical size and rating.
from electrical overload, overload
due to heavy snow or ice may Fuses of the same amperage can To remove the fuse block cover,
cause wiper linkage damage. be temporarily borrowed from squeeze the clip and lift it up.
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
possible. Caution
windshield wipers.
If the overload is caused by an To identify and check fuses, circuit Spilling liquid on any electrical
electrical problem and not snow or breakers, and relays, see Engine component on the vehicle may
ice, be sure to get it fixed. Compartment Fuse Block 0 227, damage it. Always keep the
Instrument Panel Fuse Block 0 230, covers on any electrical
and Rear Compartment Fuse component.
Block 0 232.
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Mini Fuses Usage Mini Fuses Usage

1 Sunroof vision camera/
Interior rearview
2 Exterior rearview mirror
mirror switch/Driver
side power window/ 11 Rear wiper
Rain sensor/ 12 Rear window
Universal garage defogger
door opener
13 Power lumbar switch
3 Canister vent
solenoid 14 Exterior rearview
mirror heater
4 –
15 Fuel system control
5 Electronic brake module battery
control module valve
16 Heated seat module/
6 Intelligent battery Memory module
sensor
17 TIM DC DC
7 Electric steering converter/Fuel
column lock system control
8 Transmission control module RC/
module/FICM Compass module
9 Automatic 18 Engine control
occupancy sensing module RC/
The vehicle may not be equipped module Transmission control
with all of the fuses, relays, and module RC/
10 Headlamp leveling FICM RC
features shown.
switch/Headlamp
leveling motor/Rear 19 Fuel pump
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Mini Fuses Usage Mini Fuses Usage U-Micro Usage

20 – 33 Engine control Relays
21 Fan relay module battery 2 Fuel pump

(auxiliary BEC) 34 Horn 4 –/Auxiliary
22 – 35 A/C clutch heater pump
23 Ignition coil/ 36 Front fog lamps HC-Micro Usage

Injector coil Relays
24 Washer pump J-Case Usage
Fuses 7 Starter/Starter pinion
25 Automatic headlamp 10 Starter solenoid
leveling 1 Electronic brake
control module pump
26 EMS Var 1 Mini Relays Usage
2 Front wiper
27 –/Auxiliary 1 Run/Crank
heater pump 3 Linear power module
blower 3 Cooling fan – mid
28 –/Engine control
module powertrain/ 4 IEC RC 5 Powertrain relay
Ignition 3 5 – 8 Cooling fan – low
29 Engine control 7 –/Starter solenoid
module powertrain/ HC-Mini Usage
Ignition 1/Ignition 2 8 Cooling fan low Relays
– mid
30 EMS Var 2 6 Cooling fan – high
9 Cooling fan – high
31 Left high-beam
headlamp 10 EVP
32 Right high-beam 11 Starter solenoid/
headlamp Starter pinion
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Auxiliary Fuse Block Instrument Panel Fuse

Block
The vehicle may not be equipped

with all of the relays and features
To remove the fuse block cover, shown.
squeeze the clips and lift it up. Relays Usage The instrument panel fuse block is
01 Electric on the underside of the driver side
Caution vacuum pump instrument panel. To access the
fuses, remove the storage
Spilling liquid on any electrical 02 Cooling fan control 1
compartment. To remove the
component on the vehicle may 03 Cooling fan control 2 storage compartment, open the
damage it. Always keep the compartment and pull it out.
covers on any electrical 04 N/A
component.
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Fuses Usage Fuses Usage

F1 Body control F14 Central gate module
module 1 F15 Lane departure
F2 Body control warning/GENTEX
module 2 F16 Adaptive forward
F3 Body control lighting module
module 3 F17 Electrical steering
F4 Body control column lock
module 4 F18 Parking assist
F5 Body control module/Side blind
module 5 zone alert
F6 Body control F19 Body control
module 6 module/Regulated
F7 Body control voltage control
module 7 F20 Clock spring
F8 Body control F21 A/C/Accessory
module 8 power outlet/PRNDL
F9 Discrete logic F22 Auxiliary power
ignition switch outlet/DC center
F10 Sensing diagnostic F23 HVAC module/ICS
module battery F24 –
The vehicle may not be equipped
with all of the fuses, relays, and F11 Data link connector F25 OnStar module/
features shown. F12 HVAC module/ICS Eraglonass
F13 Liftgate relay
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Fuses Usage S/B Fuses Usage Relays Usage

F26 Heated steering S/B01 Passenger RLY05 Logistic mode
wheel power seat
F27 Instrument panel S/B02 – Rear Compartment Fuse
cluster/Auxiliary S/B03 Front power Block
heater/Auxiliary windows
virtual image display
S/B04 Rear power windows
F28 Trailer feed 2
S/B05 Logistic mode relay
F29 Faceplate
S/B06 Driver power seat
F30 DC/DC 400W
S/B07 –
F31 Instrument panel
cluster module S/B08 Trailer interface
battery module
F32 Silver box audio
module/Navigation Circuit Usage
Breaker
F33 Trailer feed 1
CB1 –
F34 Passive entry/ The rear compartment fuse block is
Passive start behind a cover on the driver side of
Relays Usage the rear compartment. To access
Midi Fuses Usage RLY01 Accessory/Retained the fuses, remove the cover.
accessory power The vehicle may not be equipped
M01 Positive temperature
coefficient RLY02 Liftgate with all of the fuses, relays, and
features shown.
RLY03 –
RLY04 –
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Fuses Usage S/B Fuses Usage

F3 Amplifier audio S/B03 –
F4 – S/B04 DC/AC inverter
F5 Rear drive control module
module S/B05 –
F6 Left cornering lamp S/B06 –
F7 Right cornering lamp S/B07 DC-DC
F8 – transformer 400W
F9 – S/B08 DC-DC
transformer 400W
F10 –
S/B09 –
F11 –
F12 – Relays Usage
F13 – RLY01 Right cornering lamp
F14 – RLY02 Left cornering lamp
F15 –
F16 –
F17 –
F18 –
Fuses Usage S/B Fuses Usage

F1 – S/B01 –
F2 – S/B02 –
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Wheels and Tires Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued)

Tires . Underinflated tires pose . Replace any tires that
Every new GM vehicle has the same danger as have been damaged by
high-quality tires made by a overloaded tires. The impacts with potholes,
leading tire manufacturer. See resulting crash could curbs, etc.
the warranty manual for cause serious injury. . Improperly repaired tires
information regarding the tire Check all tires frequently can cause a crash. Only
warranty and where to get to maintain the the dealer or an
service. For additional recommended pressure. authorized tire service
information refer to the tire Tire pressure should be center should repair,
manufacturer. checked when the tires replace, dismount, and
are cold. mount the tires.
{ Warning . Overinflated tires are . Do not spin the tires in
more likely to be cut, excess of 56 km/h
. Poorly maintained and punctured, or broken by
improperly used tires are (35 mph) on slippery
a sudden impact — such surfaces such as snow,
dangerous. as when hitting a pothole. mud, ice, etc. Excessive
. Overloading the tires can Keep tires at the spinning may cause the
cause overheating as a recommended pressure. tires to explode.
result of too much . Worn or old tires can
flexing. There could be a cause a crash. If the
blowout and a serious tread is badly worn,
All-Season Tires
crash. See Vehicle Load replace them. This vehicle may come with
Limits 0 163. (Continued)
all-season tires. These tires are
(Continued) designed to provide good overall
performance on most road surfaces
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and weather conditions. Original for details regarding winter tire Summer Tires
equipment tires designed to GM's availability and proper tire selection.
specific tire performance criteria Also, see Buying New Tires 0 248. This vehicle may come with high
have a TPC specification code performance summer tires. These
With winter tires, there may be tires have a special tread and
molded onto the sidewall. Original decreased dry road traction,
equipment all-season tires can be compound that are optimized for
increased road noise, and shorter maximum dry and wet road
identified by the last two characters tread life. After changing to winter
of this TPC code, which will performance. This special tread and
tires, be alert for changes in vehicle compound will have decreased
be “MS.” handling and braking. performance in cold climates, and
Consider installing winter tires on If using winter tires: on ice and snow. It is recommended
the vehicle if frequent driving on that winter tires be installed on the
snow or ice-covered roads is . Use tires of the same brand and
vehicle if frequent driving at
expected. All-season tires provide tread type on all four wheel temperatures below approximately
adequate performance for most positions.
5 °C (40 °F) or on ice or snow
winter driving conditions, but they . Use only radial ply tires of the covered roads is expected. See
may not offer the same level of same size, load range, and Winter Tires 0 235.
traction or performance as winter speed rating as the original
tires on snow or ice-covered roads. equipment tires.
See Winter Tires 0 235. Caution
Winter tires with the same speed
rating as the original equipment tires High performance summer tires
Winter Tires may not be available for H, V, W, Y, have rubber compounds that lose
This vehicle was not originally and ZR speed rated tires. If winter flexibility and may develop
equipped with winter tires. Winter tires with a lower speed rating are surface cracks in the tread area
tires are designed for increased chosen, never exceed the tire's at temperatures below −7 °C
traction on snow and ice-covered maximum speed capability. (20 °F). Always store high
roads. Consider installing winter performance summer tires
tires on the vehicle if frequent indoors and at temperatures
driving on ice or snow covered above −7 °C (20 °F) when not in
roads is expected. See your dealer
(Continued)
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GM's TPC specifications meet or

Caution (Continued) exceed all federal safety
use. If the tires have been guidelines.
subjected to −7 °C (20 °F) or less, (3) DOT (Department of
let them warm up in a heated Transportation) : The
space to at least 5 °C (40 °F) for Department of Transportation
24 hours or more before being (DOT) code indicates that the
installed or driving a vehicle on tire is in compliance with the
which they are installed. Do not U.S. Department of
apply heat or blow heated air Transportation Motor Vehicle
directly on the tires. Always
Safety Standards.
inspect tires before use. See Tire Passenger (P-Metric) Tire Example
Inspection 0 246. DOT Tire Date of
(1) Tire Size : The tire size is a Manufacture : The last four
combination of letters and digits of the TIN indicate the tire
Tire Sidewall Labeling numbers used to define a manufactured date. The first two
Useful information about a tire is particular tire's width, height, digits represent the week (01–
molded into its sidewall. The aspect ratio, construction type, 52) and the last two digits, the
examples show a typical and service description. See the year. For example, the third
passenger vehicle tire and a “Tire Size” illustration later in this week of the year 2010 would
compact spare tire sidewall. section. have a four-digit DOT date
(2) TPC Spec (Tire of 0310.
Performance Criteria (4) Tire Identification Number
Specification) : Original (TIN) : The letters and numbers
equipment tires designed to following the DOT (Department
GM's specific tire performance of Transportation) code are the
criteria have a TPC specification Tire Identification Number (TIN).
code molded onto the sidewall. The TIN shows the
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manufacturer and plant code, (3) Tire Identification Number

tire size, and date the tire was (TIN) : The letters and numbers
manufactured. The TIN is following the DOT (Department
molded onto both sides of the of Transportation) code are the
tire, although only one side may Tire Identification Number (TIN).
have the date of manufacture. The TIN shows the
(5) Tire Ply Material : The type manufacturer and plant code,
of cord and number of plies in tire size, and date the tire was
the sidewall and under the tread. manufactured. The TIN is
molded onto both sides of the
(6) Uniform Tire Quality tire, although only one side may
Grading (UTQG) : Tire Compact Spare Tire Example have the date of manufacture.
manufacturers are required to
grade tires based on three (1) Tire Ply Material : The type (4) Maximum Cold Inflation
performance factors: treadwear, of cord and number of plies in Load Limit : Maximum load that
traction, and temperature the sidewall and under the tread. can be carried and the
resistance. For more information maximum pressure needed to
(2) Temporary Use Only : The
see Uniform Tire Quality support that load.
compact spare tire or temporary
Grading 0 250. use tire should not be driven at (5) Tire Inflation : The
(7) Maximum Cold Inflation speeds over 80 km/h (50 mph). temporary use tire or compact
Load Limit : Maximum load that The compact spare tire is for spare tire should be inflated to
can be carried and the emergency use when a regular 420 kPa (60 psi). For more
maximum pressure needed to road tire has lost air and gone information on tire pressure and
support that load. flat. If the vehicle has a compact inflation see Tire
spare tire, see Compact Spare Pressure 0 241.
Tire 0 258 and If a Tire Goes (6) Tire Size : A combination of
Flat 0 253. letters and numbers define a
tire's width, height, aspect ratio,
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construction type, and service (4) Construction Code : A letter

description. The letter T as the code is used to indicate the type
first character in the tire size of ply construction in the tire.
means the tire is for temporary The letter R means radial ply
use only. construction; the letter D means
(7) TPC Spec (Tire diagonal or bias ply
(1) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire : construction; and the letter B
Performance Criteria The United States version of a
Specification) : Original means belted-bias ply
metric tire sizing system. The construction.
equipment tires designed to letter P as the first character in
GM's specific tire performance the tire size means a passenger (5) Rim Diameter : Diameter of
criteria have a TPC specification vehicle tire engineered to the wheel in inches.
code molded onto the sidewall. standards set by the U.S. Tire (6) Service Description : These
GM's TPC specifications meet or and Rim Association. characters represent the load
exceed all federal safety index and speed rating of the
guidelines. (2) Tire Width : The three-digit
number indicates the tire section tire. The load index represents
width in millimeters from the load carrying capacity a tire
Tire Designations is certified to carry. The speed
sidewall to sidewall.
Tire Size rating is the maximum speed a
(3) Aspect Ratio : A two-digit tire is certified to carry a load.
The following is an example of a number that indicates the tire
typical passenger vehicle height-to-width measurements. Tire Terminology and
tire size. For example, if the tire size Definitions
aspect ratio is 60, as shown in
item 3 of the illustration, it would Air Pressure : The amount of
mean that the tire's sidewall is air inside the tire pressing
60 percent as high as it is wide. outward on each square inch of
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the tire. Air pressure is Cold Tire Pressure : The GVWR : Gross Vehicle Weight
expressed in kPa (kilopascal) amount of air pressure in a tire, Rating. See Vehicle Load
or psi (pounds per square inch). measured in kPa (kilopascal) Limits 0 163.
Accessory Weight : The or psi (pounds per square inch) GAWR FRT : Gross Axle Weight
combined weight of optional before a tire has built up heat Rating for the front axle. See
accessories. Some examples of from driving. See Tire Vehicle Load Limits 0 163.
optional accessories are Pressure 0 241.
GAWR RR : Gross Axle Weight
automatic transmission, power Curb Weight : The weight of a Rating for the rear axle. See
windows, power seats, and air motor vehicle with standard and Vehicle Load Limits 0 163.
conditioning. optional equipment including the
maximum capacity of fuel, oil, Intended Outboard Sidewall :
Aspect Ratio : The relationship The side of an asymmetrical tire
of a tire's height to its width. and coolant, but without
passengers and cargo. that must always face outward
Belt : A rubber coated layer of when mounted on a vehicle.
cords between the plies and the DOT Markings : A code molded
into the sidewall of a tire Kilopascal (kPa) : The metric
tread. Cords may be made from unit for air pressure.
steel or other reinforcing signifying that the tire is in
materials. compliance with the U.S. Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire : A
Department of Transportation tire used on light duty trucks and
Bead : The tire bead contains (DOT) Motor Vehicle Safety some multipurpose passenger
steel wires wrapped by steel Standards. The DOT code vehicles.
cords that hold the tire onto includes the Tire Identification
the rim. Number (TIN), an alphanumeric Load Index : An assigned
designator which can also number ranging from 1 to 279
Bias Ply Tire : A pneumatic tire that corresponds to the load
in which the plies are laid at identify the tire manufacturer,
production plant, brand, and carrying capacity of a tire.
alternate angles less than
90 degrees to the centerline of date of production.
the tread.
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Maximum Inflation Pressure : contains a whitewall, bears Sidewall : The portion of a tire
The maximum air pressure to white lettering, or bears between the tread and the bead.
which a cold tire can be inflated. manufacturer, brand, and/or Speed Rating : An
The maximum air pressure is model name molding that is alphanumeric code assigned to
molded onto the sidewall. higher or deeper than the same a tire indicating the maximum
Maximum Load Rating : The moldings on the other sidewall speed at which a tire can
load rating for a tire at the of the tire. operate.
maximum permissible inflation Passenger (P-Metric) Tire : A Traction : The friction between
pressure for that tire. tire used on passenger cars and the tire and the road surface.
Maximum Loaded Vehicle some light duty trucks and The amount of grip provided.
Weight : The sum of curb multipurpose vehicles.
Tread : The portion of a tire that
weight, accessory weight, Recommended Inflation comes into contact with
vehicle capacity weight, and Pressure : Vehicle the road.
production options weight. manufacturer's recommended
tire inflation pressure as shown Treadwear Indicators : Narrow
Normal Occupant Weight : The bands, sometimes called wear
number of occupants a vehicle on the tire placard. See Tire
Pressure 0 241 and Vehicle bars, that show across the tread
is designed to seat multiplied by of a tire when only 1.6 mm (1/
68 kg (150 lb). See Vehicle Load Load Limits 0 163.
16 in) of tread remains. See
Limits 0 163. Radial Ply Tire : A pneumatic When It Is Time for New
Occupant Distribution : tire in which the ply cords that Tires 0 247.
Designated seating positions. extend to the beads are laid at
90 degrees to the centerline of UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality
Outward Facing Sidewall : The the tread. Grading Standards) : A tire
side of an asymmetrical tire that information system that provides
has a particular side that faces Rim : A metal support for a tire consumers with ratings for a
outward when mounted on a and upon which the tire beads tire's traction, temperature, and
vehicle. The side of the tire that are seated. treadwear. Ratings are
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determined by tire Tire Pressure Caution (Continued)

manufacturers using
government testing procedures. Tires need the correct amount of
air pressure to operate . Poor handling.
The ratings are molded into the
sidewall of the tire. See Uniform effectively. . Rough ride.
Tire Quality Grading 0 250. . Needless damage from
Caution
Vehicle Capacity Weight : The road hazards.
number of designated seating Neither tire underinflation nor
positions multiplied by overinflation is good. The Tire and Loading
68 kg (150 lb) plus the rated Underinflated tires, or tires Information label on the vehicle
cargo load. See Vehicle Load that do not have enough air, indicates the original equipment
Limits 0 163. can result in: tires and the correct cold tire
Vehicle Maximum Load on the . Tire overloading and inflation pressures. The
Tire : Load on an individual tire overheating which could recommended pressure is the
due to curb weight, accessory lead to a blowout. minimum air pressure needed to
weight, occupant weight, and support the vehicle's maximum
. Premature or load carrying capacity. See
cargo weight. irregular wear. Vehicle Load Limits 0 163.
Vehicle Placard : A label . Poor handling.
permanently attached to a How the vehicle is loaded
vehicle showing the vehicle . Reduced fuel economy. affects vehicle handling and ride
capacity weight and the original comfort. Never load the vehicle
Overinflated tires, or tires that
equipment tire size and with more weight than it was
have too much air, can
recommended inflation pressure. designed to carry.
result in:
See “Tire and Loading
. Unusual wear.
Information Label” under Vehicle
Load Limits 0 163. (Continued)
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When to Check further adjustment is necessary. Each tire, including the spare (if
If the inflation pressure is low, provided), should be checked
Check the tires once a month or monthly when cold and inflated to
more. Do not forget the compact add air until the recommended
pressure is reached. If the the inflation pressure recommended
spare, if the vehicle has one. by the vehicle manufacturer on the
The cold compact spare tire inflation pressure is high, press
vehicle placard or tire inflation
pressure should be at 420 kPa on the metal stem in the center pressure label. (If your vehicle has
(60 psi). See Compact Spare of the tire valve to release air. tires of a different size than the size
Tire 0 258. Recheck the tire pressure with indicated on the vehicle placard or
the tire gauge. tire inflation pressure label, you
How to Check should determine the proper tire
Put the valve caps back on the inflation pressure for those tires.)
Use a good quality pocket-type
valve stems to keep out dirt and
gauge to check tire pressure. As an added safety feature, your
moisture and prevent leaks. Use vehicle has been equipped with a
Proper tire inflation cannot be
only valve caps designed for the tire pressure monitoring system
determined by looking at the tire.
vehicle by GM. TPMS sensors (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire
Check the tire inflation pressure
could be damaged and would pressure telltale when one or more
when the tires are cold, meaning
not be covered by the vehicle of your tires is significantly
the vehicle has not been driven under-inflated.
warranty.
for at least three hours or no
more than 1.6 km (1 mi). Accordingly, when the low tire
Tire Pressure Monitor pressure telltale illuminates, you
Remove the valve cap from the System should stop and check your tires as
tire valve stem. Press the tire soon as possible, and inflate them
gauge firmly onto the valve to The Tire Pressure Monitor System to the proper pressure. Driving on a
(TPMS) uses radio and sensor significantly under-inflated tire
get a pressure measurement. technology to check tire pressure
If the cold tire inflation pressure causes the tire to overheat and can
levels. The TPMS sensors monitor lead to tire failure. Under-inflation
matches the recommended the air pressure in your tires and also reduces fuel efficiency and tire
pressure on the Tire and transmit tire pressure readings to a
Loading Information label, no receiver located in the vehicle.
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tread life, and may affect the of reasons, including the installation the tires and transmit the tire
vehicle's handling and stopping of replacement or alternate tires or pressure readings to a receiver
ability. wheels on the vehicle that prevent located in the vehicle.
Please note that the TPMS is not a the TPMS from functioning properly.
substitute for proper tire Always check the TPMS malfunction
maintenance, and it is the driver's telltale after replacing one or more
responsibility to maintain correct tire tires or wheels on your vehicle to
pressure, even if under-inflation has ensure that the replacement or
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. When a low tire pressure condition
See Tire Pressure Monitor is detected, the TPMS illuminates
Your vehicle has also been
Operation 0 243. the low tire pressure warning light
equipped with a TPMS malfunction
located on the instrument cluster.
indicator to indicate when the See Radio Frequency
If the warning light comes on, stop
system is not operating properly. Statement 0 301.
as soon as possible and inflate the
The TPMS malfunction indicator is
tires to the recommended pressure
combined with the low tire pressure Tire Pressure Monitor shown on the Tire and Loading
telltale. When the system detects a
malfunction, the telltale will flash for
Operation Information label. See Vehicle Load
Limits 0 163.
approximately one minute and then This vehicle may have a Tire
remain continuously illuminated. Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). A message to check the pressure in
This sequence will continue upon The TPMS is designed to warn the a specific tire may display in the
subsequent vehicle start-ups as driver when a low tire pressure Driver Information Center (DIC). The
long as the malfunction exists. condition exists. TPMS sensors are low tire pressure warning light and
mounted onto each tire and wheel the DIC warning message,
When the malfunction indicator is
assembly, excluding the spare tire if equipped, come on at each
illuminated, the system may not be
and wheel assembly. The TPMS ignition cycle until the tires are
able to detect or signal low tire
sensors monitor the air pressure in inflated to the correct inflation
pressure as intended. TPMS
pressure. Using the DIC, it may be
malfunctions may occur for a variety
possible to view the tire pressure
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levels. For additional information the problem is corrected. Some of

and details about the DIC operation Caution the conditions that can cause these
and displays, see Driver Information to come on are:
Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0 121 or Tire sealant materials are not all
the same. A non-approved tire . One of the road tires has been
Driver Information Center (DIC) replaced with the spare tire. The
(Base Level) 0 120. sealant could damage the TPMS
sensors. TPMS sensor damage spare tire does not have a
The low tire pressure warning light caused by using an incorrect tire TPMS sensor. The malfunction
may come on in cool weather when sealant is not covered by the light and the DIC message,
the vehicle is first started, and then if equipped, should go off after
vehicle warranty. Always use only
turn off as the vehicle is driven. This the road tire is replaced and the
the GM approved tire sealant
could be an early indicator that the sensor matching process is
air pressure is getting low and available through your dealer or performed successfully. See
needs to be inflated to the proper included in the vehicle. "TPMS Sensor Matching
pressure. Process" later in this section.
A Tire and Loading Information label TPMS Malfunction Light and . The TPMS sensor matching
shows the size of the original Message process was not done or not
equipment tires and the correct The TPMS will not function properly completed successfully after
inflation pressure for the tires when if one or more of the TPMS sensors rotating the tires. The
they are cold. See Vehicle Load are missing or inoperable. When the malfunction light and the DIC
Limits 0 163, for an example of the system detects a malfunction, the message, if equipped, should go
Tire and Loading Information label low tire pressure warning light, off after successfully completing
and its location. Also see Tire defined above, flashes for about the sensor matching process.
Pressure 0 241. one minute and then stays on for See "TPMS Sensor Matching
The TPMS can warn about a low the remainder of the ignition cycle. Process" later in this section.
tire pressure condition, but it does A DIC warning message may also . One or more TPMS sensors are
not replace normal tire display. The malfunction light and missing or damaged. The
maintenance. See Tire Inspection DIC warning message, if equipped, malfunction light and the DIC
0 246, Tire Rotation 0 246, and come on at each ignition cycle until message, if equipped, should go
Tires 0 234. off when the TPMS sensors are
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installed and the sensor vehicle’s 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.
not match the original equipment
tires or wheels. Tires and wheels malfunction light and the DIC 3. Use the MENU button to select
other than those recommended message, if equipped, should go off the Vehicle Information Menu
could prevent the TPMS from at the next ignition cycle. The (Menu 2) in the Driver
functioning properly. See Buying sensors are matched to the tire/ Information Center (DIC).
New Tires 0 248. wheel positions, using a TPMS
relearn tool, in the following order: 4. Use the thumbwheel (or up and
. Operating electronic devices or driver side front tire, passenger side down arrows) to scroll to the
being near facilities using radio front tire, passenger side rear tire, Tire Pressure Menu Item
wave frequencies similar to the and driver side rear. See your screen.
TPMS could cause the TPMS dealer for service or to purchase a 5. Press and hold the SET/CLR
sensors to malfunction. relearn tool. A TPMS relearn tool button to begin the sensor
If the TPMS is not functioning can also be purchased. See matching process.
properly, it cannot detect or signal a Tire Pressure Monitor Sensor
Activation Tool at A message requesting
low tire condition. See your dealer acceptance of the process may
for service if the TPMS malfunction www.gmtoolsandequipment.com or
call 1-800-GM TOOLS display.
light and DIC message, if equipped,
come on and stay on. (1-800-468-6657). 6. If requested, press the SET/
There are two minutes to match the CLR button again to confirm
TPMS Sensor Matching the selection.
first tire/wheel position, and
Process five minutes overall to match all four The horn sounds twice to
Each TPMS sensor has a unique tire/wheel positions. If it takes signal the receiver is in relearn
identification code. The identification longer, the matching process stops mode and the TIRE LEARN or
code needs to be matched to a new and must be restarted.
tire/wheel position after rotating the
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TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE . The tire has a bump, bulge,
message displays on the DIC message on the DIC display or split.
screen. screen goes off.
. The tire has a puncture, cut,
7. Start with the driver side 12. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. or other damage that cannot
front tire. 13. Set all four tires to the be repaired well because of
8. Place the relearn tool against recommended air pressure the size or location of the
the tire sidewall, near the valve level as indicated on the Tire damage.
stem. Then press the button to and Loading Information label.
activate the TPMS sensor.
Tire Rotation
A horn chirp confirms that the Tire Inspection
sensor identification code has Tires should be rotated every
been matched to this tire and We recommend that the tires, 12 000 km (7,500 mi). See
wheel position. including the spare tire, if the Maintenance Schedule 0 278.
vehicle has one, be inspected
9. Proceed to the passenger side Tires are rotated to achieve a
front tire, and repeat the for signs of wear or damage at
least once a month. more uniform wear for all tires.
procedure in Step 8.
The first rotation is the most
10. Proceed to the passenger side Replace the tire if: important.
rear tire, and repeat the . The indicators at three or
procedure in Step 8. Anytime unusual wear is
more places around the tire noticed, rotate the tires as soon
11. Proceed to the driver side rear can be seen.
tire, and repeat the procedure
as possible, check for proper tire
in Step 8. The horn sounds two
. There is cord or fabric inflation pressure, and check for
times to indicate the sensor showing through the tire's damaged tires or wheels. If the
identification code has been rubber. unusual wear continues after the
matched to the driver side rear . The tread or sidewall is rotation, check the wheel
tire, and the TPMS sensor alignment. See When It Is Time
matching process is no longer
cracked, cut, or snagged
for New Tires 0 247 and Wheel
active. The TIRE LEARN or deep enough to show cord or
Replacement 0 251.
fabric.
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Check that all wheel nuts are When It Is Time for New
properly tightened. See “Wheel Tires
Nut Torque” under Capacities
and Specifications 0 288. Factors such as maintenance,
temperatures, driving speeds,
vehicle loading, and road conditions
{ Warning affect the wear rate of the tires.
Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the
parts to which it is fastened, can
make wheel nuts become loose
after time. The wheel could come
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
Do not include the compact wheel attaches to the vehicle. In
an emergency, a cloth or a paper
spare tire in the tire rotation.
towel can be used; however, use
Adjust the front and rear tires to a scraper or wire brush later to
the recommended inflation remove all rust or dirt.
pressure on the Tire and
Treadwear indicators are one way to
Loading Information label after Lightly coat the center of the tell when it is time for new tires.
the tires have been rotated. See wheel hub with wheel bearing Treadwear indicators appear when
Tire Pressure 0 241 and Vehicle grease after a wheel change or the tires have only 1.6 mm (1/16 in)
Load Limits 0 163. tire rotation to prevent corrosion or less of tread remaining. See Tire
Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor or rust build-up. Do not get Inspection 0 246 and Tire
grease on the flat wheel Rotation 0 246.
System. See Tire Pressure
Monitor Operation 0 243. mounting surface or on the
wheel nuts or bolts.
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The rubber in tires ages over time. of grease, gasoline, or other vehicle, including brake system
This also applies to the spare tire, substances that can deteriorate performance, ride and handling,
if the vehicle has one, even if it is rubber. traction control, and tire
never used. Multiple factors Parking for an extended period can pressure monitoring
including temperatures, loading cause flat spots on the tires that performance. GM's TPC Spec
conditions, and inflation pressure may result in vibrations while
maintenance affect how fast aging number is molded onto the tire's
driving. When storing a vehicle for sidewall near the tire size. If the
takes place. GM recommends that at least a month, remove the tires or
tires, including the spare if tires have an all-season tread
raise the vehicle to reduce the design, the TPC Spec number
equipped, be replaced after six weight from the tires.
years, regardless of tread wear. The will be followed by MS for mud
tire manufacture date is the last four
Buying New Tires and snow. See Tire Sidewall
digits of the DOT Tire Identification Labeling 0 236.
Number (TIN) which is molded into GM has developed and matched
one side of the tire sidewall. The GM recommends replacing worn
specific tires for the vehicle. The
first two digits represent the week tires in complete sets of four.
original equipment tires installed
(01–52) and the last two digits, the Uniform tread depth on all tires
were designed to meet General
year. For example, the third week of will help to maintain the
the year 2010 would have a
Motors Tire Performance Criteria
performance of the vehicle.
four-digit DOT date of 0310. Specification (TPC Spec)
Braking and handling
system rating. When
Vehicle Storage performance may be adversely
replacement tires are needed,
affected if all the tires are not
Tires age when stored normally GM strongly recommends
replaced at the same time.
mounted on a parked vehicle. Park buying tires with the same TPC
If proper rotation and
a vehicle that will be stored for at Spec rating.
least a month in a cool, dry, clean maintenance have been done,
area away from direct sunlight to GM's exclusive TPC Spec all four tires should wear out at
slow aging. This area should be free system considers over a dozen about the same time. See Tire
critical specifications that impact Rotation 0 246. However, if it is
the overall performance of the
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necessary to replace only one load range, speed rating, and

axle set of worn tires, place the { Warning construction (radial) as the
new tires on the rear axle. Mixing tires of different sizes, original tires.
Winter tires with the same speed brands, or types may cause Vehicles that have a tire
rating as the original equipment loss of control of the vehicle, pressure monitoring system
tires may not be available for H, resulting in a crash or other could give an inaccurate
V, W, Y and ZR speed rated vehicle damage. Use the low-pressure warning if non-TPC
tires. Never exceed the winter correct size, brand, and type Spec rated tires are installed.
tires’ maximum speed capability of tires on all wheels. See Tire Pressure Monitor
when using winter tires with a System 0 242.
lower speed rating. The Tire and Loading
{ Warning { Warning Information label indicates the
original equipment tires on the
Using bias-ply tires on the vehicle. See Vehicle Load
Tires could explode during vehicle may cause the wheel
improper service. Attempting Limits 0 163.
rim flanges to develop cracks
to mount or dismount a tire after many miles of driving.
could cause injury or death. Different Size Tires and
A tire and/or wheel could fail
Only your dealer or authorized suddenly and cause a crash.
Wheels
tire service center should Use only radial-ply tires with If wheels or tires are installed that
mount or dismount the tires. the wheels on the vehicle. are a different size than the original
equipment wheels and tires, vehicle
performance, including its braking,
If the vehicle tires must be ride and handling characteristics,
replaced with a tire that does not stability, and resistance to rollover
have a TPC Spec number, make may be affected. If the vehicle has
sure they are the same size, electronic systems such as antilock
brakes, rollover airbags, traction
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control, electronic stability control, Traffic Safety Administration Quality grades can be found
or All-Wheel Drive, the performance (NHTSA), which grades tires by where applicable on the tire
of these systems can also be treadwear, traction, and sidewall between tread shoulder
affected. temperature performance. This and maximum section width. For
applies only to vehicles sold in example:
{ Warning the United States. The grades Treadwear 200 Traction AA
If different sized wheels are used, are molded on the sidewalls of Temperature A
there may not be an acceptable most passenger car tires. The
Uniform Tire Quality Grading All Passenger Car Tires Must
level of performance and safety if
(UTQG) system does not apply Conform to Federal Safety
tires not recommended for those
to deep tread, winter tires, Requirements In Addition To
wheels are selected. This
compact spare tires, tires with These Grades.
increases the chance of a crash
and serious injury. Only use GM nominal rim diameters of Treadwear
specific wheel and tire systems 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm),
developed for the vehicle, and or to some limited-production The treadwear grade is a
have them properly installed by a tires. comparative rating based on the
GM certified technician. wear rate of the tire when tested
While the tires available on under controlled conditions on a
General Motors passenger cars specified government test
See Buying New Tires 0 248 and and light trucks may vary with course. For example, a tire
Accessories and respect to these grades, they
Modifications 0 200.
graded 150 would wear one and
must also conform to federal one-half (1½) times as well on
safety requirements and the government course as a tire
Uniform Tire Quality additional General Motors Tire graded 100. The relative
Grading Performance Criteria (TPC) performance of tires depends
The following information relates standards. upon the actual conditions of
to the system developed by the their use, however, and may
United States National Highway depart significantly from the
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norm due to variations in driving to the generation of heat and its Wheel Alignment and Tire
habits, service practices and ability to dissipate heat when Balance
differences in road tested under controlled
characteristics and climate. conditions on a specified indoor The tires and wheels were aligned
laboratory test wheel. Sustained and balanced at the factory to
Traction provide the longest tire life and best
high temperature can cause the overall performance. Adjustments to
The traction grades, from material of the tire to degenerate wheel alignment and tire balancing
highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and reduce tire life, and are not necessary on a regular
and C. Those grades represent excessive temperature can lead basis. Consider an alignment check
the tire's ability to stop on wet to sudden tire failure. The grade if there is unusual tire wear or the
pavement as measured under C corresponds to a level of vehicle is significantly pulling to one
controlled conditions on performance which all side or the other. Some slight pull to
specified government test passenger car tires must meet the left or right, depending on the
surfaces of asphalt and under the Federal Motor Safety crown of the road and/or other road
concrete. A tire marked C may Standard No. 109. Grades B and surface variations such as troughs
have poor traction performance. or ruts, is normal. If the vehicle is
A represent higher levels of vibrating when driving on a smooth
Warning: The traction grade performance on the laboratory road, the tires and wheels may need
assigned to this tire is based on test wheel than the minimum to be rebalanced. See your dealer
straight-ahead braking traction required by law. Warning: The for proper diagnosis.
tests, and does not include temperature grade for this tire is
acceleration, cornering, established for a tire that is Wheel Replacement
hydroplaning, or peak traction properly inflated and not
Replace any wheel that is bent,
characteristics. overloaded. Excessive speed, cracked, or badly rusted or
Temperature underinflation, or excessive corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming
loading, either separately or in loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and
The temperature grades are A combination, can cause heat wheel nuts should be replaced.
(the highest), B, and C, buildup and possible tire failure. If the wheel leaks air, replace it.
representing the tire's resistance
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Some aluminum wheels can be

Caution
Tire Chains
repaired. See your dealer if any of
these conditions exist.
Your dealer will know the kind of
The wrong wheel can also cause { Warning
problems with bearing life, brake
wheel that is needed. cooling, speedometer or Do not use tire chains. There is
Each new wheel should have the odometer calibration, headlamp not enough clearance. Tire chains
same load-carrying capacity, aim, bumper height, vehicle used on a vehicle without the
diameter, width, offset, and be ground clearance, and tire or tire proper amount of clearance can
mounted the same way as the one it chain clearance to the body and cause damage to the brakes,
replaces. chassis. suspension, or other vehicle
parts. The area damaged by the
Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel
tire chains could cause loss of
nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor Used Replacement Wheels control and a crash.
System (TPMS) sensors with new
GM original equipment parts. Use another type of traction
{ Warning device only if its manufacturer
{ Warning Replacing a wheel with a used recommends it for the vehicle's
one is dangerous. How it has tire size combination and road
Using the wrong replacement been used or how far it has been conditions. Follow that
wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel driven may be unknown. It could manufacturer's instructions. To
nuts can be dangerous. It could fail suddenly and cause a crash. avoid vehicle damage, drive slow
affect the braking and handling of When replacing wheels, use a and readjust or remove the
the vehicle. Tires can lose air, new GM original equipment traction device if it contacts the
and cause loss of control, causing wheel. vehicle. Do not spin the wheels.
a crash. Always use the correct If traction devices are used, install
wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel them on the front tires.
nuts for replacement.
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If a Tire Goes Flat

{ Warning Warning (Continued)
It is unusual for a tire to blow out
while driving, especially if the tires Driving on a flat tire will cause be badly injured or killed if the
are maintained properly. See Tires permanent damage to the tire. vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack
0 234. If air goes out of a tire, it is Re-inflating a tire after it has been is provided with the vehicle, only
much more likely to leak out slowly. driven on while severely use it for changing a flat tire.
But if there ever is a blowout, here underinflated or flat may cause a
are a few tips about what to expect blowout and a serious crash. If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire
and what to do: Never attempt to re-inflate a tire and wheel damage by driving slowly
If a front tire fails, the flat tire that has been driven on while to a level place, well off the road,
creates a drag that pulls the vehicle severely underinflated or flat. if possible. Turn on the hazard
toward that side. Take your foot off Have your dealer or an authorized warning flashers. See Hazard
the accelerator pedal and grip the tire service center repair or Warning Flashers 0 141.
steering wheel firmly. Steer to replace the flat tire as soon as
maintain lane position, and then
gently brake to a stop, well off the
possible. { Warning
road, if possible. Changing a tire can be
dangerous. The vehicle can slip
A rear blowout, particularly on a
curve, acts much like a skid and
{ Warning off the jack and roll over or fall
may require the same correction as Lifting a vehicle and getting under causing injury or death. Find a
used in a skid. Stop pressing the it to do maintenance or repairs is level place to change the tire. To
accelerator pedal and steer to dangerous without the help prevent the vehicle from
straighten the vehicle. It may be appropriate safety equipment and moving:
very bumpy and noisy. Gently brake training. If a jack is provided with 1. Set the parking brake firmly.
to a stop, well off the road,
the vehicle, it is designed only for (Continued)
if possible.
changing a flat tire. If it is used for
anything else, you or others could
(Continued)
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Warning (Continued)
2. Put an automatic
transmission in P (Park) or a
manual transmission in
1 (First) or R (Reverse).
3. Turn off the engine and do
not restart while the vehicle
is raised. 1. Wheel Block (If Equipped)
4. Do not allow passengers to 2. Flat Tire
remain in the vehicle. The following information explains
5. Place wheel blocks, how to repair or change a tire. 1. Center Retainer
if equipped, on both sides of 2. Subwoofer
the tire at the opposite Tire Changing 3. Wrench
corner of the tire being 4. Strap
changed. Removing the Spare Tire and 5. Tow Eye (if equipped)
Tools 6. Jack
When the vehicle has a flat tire (2), The spare tire and tools are located To access the spare tire and tools:
use the following example as a in the storage compartment in the
guide to assist in the placement of rear of the vehicle. 1. Open the liftgate. See
the wheel blocks (1), if equipped. Liftgate 0 36.
2. Lift the trim cover.
3. Remove the subwoofer
assembly on top of the spare
tire by turning the center
retainer clockwise.
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4. Remove the spare tire, jack, 4. Place the hex tube end of the
and tools and place them near wrench over the hex head of
the tire being changed. the jack to attach it.
Removing the Flat Tire and 5. Turn the wheel wrench
Installing the Spare Tire clockwise until the lift head is
firmly contacting the proper
1. Do a safety check before lifting point nearest the flat tire.
proceeding. See If a Tire Goes
Flat 0 253.
{ Warning
Getting under a vehicle when it is
lifted on a jack is dangerous.
3. Place the jack at the position If the vehicle slips off the jack,
marked with a half circle. you could be badly injured or
killed. Never get under a vehicle
when it is supported only by
a jack.
{ Warning
2. Turn the wheel wrench Raising the vehicle with the jack
counterclockwise to loosen the improperly positioned can
wheel nuts. Do not remove damage the vehicle and even
them yet. make the vehicle fall. To help
avoid personal injury and vehicle
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7. Turn the wheel nuts

Warning (Continued) counterclockwise to
remove them.
damage, be sure to fit the jack lift
head into the proper location 8. Remove the flat tire.
before raising the vehicle.
{ Warning
Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the
{ Warning parts to which it is fastened, can
make wheel nuts become loose
Lifting a vehicle and getting under after time. The wheel could come
it to do maintenance or repairs is off and cause an accident. When
dangerous without the changing a wheel, remove any 9. Remove any rust or dirt from
appropriate safety equipment and rust or dirt from places where the the wheel bolts, mounting
training. If a jack is provided with wheel attaches to the vehicle. In surfaces, and spare wheel.
the vehicle, it is designed only for an emergency, a cloth or a paper 10. Place the spare tire on the
changing a flat tire. If it is used for towel can be used; however, use wheel-mounting surface.
anything else, you or others could a scraper or wire brush later to
be badly injured or killed if the
vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack
remove all rust or dirt. { Warning
is provided with the vehicle, only Never use oil or grease on bolts
use it for changing a flat tire. or nuts because the nuts might
come loose. The vehicle's wheel
6. Turn the wheel wrench could fall off, causing a crash.
clockwise to raise the vehicle
far enough off the ground so 11. Reinstall the wheel nuts. Turn
there is enough room for the each nut clockwise, by hand,
spare tire to fit underneath the until the wheel is held against
wheel well. the hub.
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12. Lower the vehicle by turning 13. 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 0 288 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 0 288 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 0 258. 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 0 200.
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 0 219. { 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.
(Continued)
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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 (2) that they are not touching.
on the discharged battery is in the
engine compartment on the driver 3. Set the parking brake firmly
side of the vehicle. and put the shift lever in
P (Park) with an automatic
The jump start negative terminal (3) transmission, or Neutral with a
and positive terminal (4) are on the manual transmission.
battery of the vehicle providing the
jump start.
Caution
The positive jump start connection
for the discharged battery is under a If any accessories are left on or
trim cover. Open the cover to plugged in during the jump
expose the terminal. starting procedure, they could be
1.4L L4 Engine (LUV) Shown, 1.4L damaged. The repairs would not
1. Check the other vehicle.
L4 Engine (LE2) Similar It must have a 12-volt battery be covered by the vehicle
with a negative ground system. warranty. Whenever possible, turn
1. Discharged Battery
off or unplug all accessories on
Negative Grounding Point
either vehicle when jump starting.
2. Discharged Battery Positive
Terminal
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4. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. 8. Connect the other end of the

Turn off all lights and Warning (Continued) black negative (–) cable to the
accessories in both vehicles, negative (–) grounding point for
except the hazard warning your eyes or on your skin, flush the discharged battery.
flashers if needed. the place with water and get
medical help immediately. 9. Start the engine in the vehicle
with the good battery and run
{ Warning the engine at idle speed for at
least four minutes.
An electric fan can start up even
when the engine is not running
{ Warning 10. Try to start the vehicle that had
and can injure you. Keep hands, the dead battery. If it will not
Fans or other moving engine
clothing, and tools away from any start after a few tries, it
parts can injure you badly. Keep
underhood electric fan. probably needs service.
your hands away from moving
parts once the engine is running.
Caution
{ Warning 5. Connect one end of the red If the jumper cables are
positive (+) cable to the connected or removed in the
Using a match near a battery can positive (+) terminal on the wrong order, electrical shorting
cause battery gas to explode. discharged battery. may occur and damage the
People have been hurt doing this, 6. Connect the other end of the vehicle. The repairs would not be
and some have been blinded. red positive (+) cable to the covered by the vehicle warranty.
Use a flashlight if you need more positive (+) terminal of the good Always connect and remove the
light. battery. jumper cables in the correct order,
Battery fluid contains acid that making sure that the cables do
7. Connect one end of the black
can burn you. Do not get it on negative (–) cable to the not touch each other or other
you. If you accidentally get it in negative (–) terminal of the metal.
(Continued) good battery.
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Jumper Cable Removal Towing the Vehicle If equipped, carefully open the cover
Reverse the sequence exactly when by using the small notch that
removing the jumper cables. conceals the tow eye socket.
Caution
After starting the disabled vehicle Install the tow eye into the socket by
and removing the jumper cables, Incorrectly towing a disabled turning it clockwise until it stops.
allow it to idle for several minutes. vehicle may cause damage. The When the tow eye is removed,
damage would not be covered by reinstall the cover with the notch in
the vehicle warranty. the original position.
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.
proper straps around the tires to
secure the vehicle.
Recreational Vehicle
Have the vehicle towed on a flatbed
Towing
car carrier or a wheel lift tow truck. If Recreational vehicle towing means
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
Lubricants 0 284.
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
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.
manufacturer’s 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 0 284. 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 vehicle’s
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 changes and tire rotations and

additional maintenance items like
Maintenance Your vehicle is an important
investment. This section describes
tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper
blades.
the required maintenance for the
General Information vehicle. Follow this schedule to help Caution
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 274 protect against major repair
expenses resulting from neglect or Damage caused by improper
Maintenance Schedule inadequate maintenance. It may maintenance can lead to costly
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . 278 also help to maintain the value of repairs and may not be covered
the vehicle if it is sold. It is the by the vehicle warranty.
Special Application Services responsibility of the owner to have
Special Application Maintenance intervals, checks,
all required maintenance performed. inspections, recommended fluids,
Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281
Your dealer has trained technicians and lubricants are important to
Additional Maintenance who can perform required keep the vehicle in good working
and Care maintenance using genuine condition.
Additional Maintenance replacement parts. They have
and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281 up-to-date tools and equipment for
fast and accurate diagnostics. Many The Tire Rotation and Required
Recommended Fluids, dealers have extended evening and Services are the responsibility of the
Lubricants, and Parts Saturday hours, courtesy vehicle owner. It is recommended to
Recommended Fluids and transportation, and online have your dealer perform these
Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284 scheduling to assist with service services every 12 000 km/7,500 mi.
Maintenance Replacement needs. Proper vehicle maintenance helps to
Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285 keep the vehicle in good working
Your dealer recognizes the condition, improves fuel economy,
Maintenance Records importance of providing and reduces vehicle emissions.
Maintenance Records . . . . . . . . 286 competitively priced maintenance
and repair services. With trained Because of the way people use
technicians, the dealer is the place vehicles, maintenance needs vary.
for routine maintenance such as oil There may need to be more
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frequent checks and services. The . Used for taxi, police, or delivery
Additional Required Services - service.
Maintenance
Normal are for vehicles that: Refer to the information in the
Schedule
. Carry passengers and cargo Maintenance Schedule Additional Owner Checks and Services
within recommended limits on Required Services - Severe chart.
the Tire and Loading Information At Each Fuel Stop
label. See Vehicle Load
Limits 0 163.
{ Warning . Check the engine oil level. See
Engine Oil 0 207.
. Are driven on reasonable road Performing maintenance work can
be dangerous and can cause Once a Month
surfaces within legal driving
limits. serious injury. Perform . Check the tire inflation
maintenance work only if the pressures. See Tire
. Use the recommended fuel. See
required information, proper tools, Pressure 0 241.
Fuel 0 193.
and equipment are available. . Inspect the tires for wear. See
Refer to the information in the If they are not, see your dealer to Tire Inspection 0 246.
Maintenance Schedule Additional have a trained technician do the
Required Services - Normal chart. . Check the windshield washer
work. See Doing Your Own
Service Work 0 201. fluid level. See Washer
The Additional Required Services - Fluid 0 217.
Severe are for vehicles that are:
. Mainly driven in heavy city traffic
in hot weather.
. Mainly driven in hilly or
mountainous terrain.
. Frequently towing a trailer.
. Used for high speed or
competitive driving.
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Engine Oil Change . Check engine oil level and oil . Inspect brake system. See
life percentage. If needed, Exterior Care 0 265.
When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL
change engine oil and filter, and . Visually inspect steering,
SOON DIC message displays, have
reset oil life system. See Engine suspension, and chassis
the engine oil and filter changed
Oil 0 207 and Engine Oil Life components for damaged, loose,
within the next 1 000 km/600 mi.
System 0 209. or missing parts or signs of
If driven under the best conditions,
the engine oil life system may not . Check engine coolant level. See wear. See Exterior Care 0 265.
indicate the need for vehicle service Engine Coolant 0 213. . Check restraint system
for up to a year. The engine oil and . Check engine cooling system components. See Safety System
filter must be changed at least once hoses and connections. Check 0 62.
a year and the oil life system must
be reset. Your trained dealer . Check windshield washer fluid . Visually inspect fuel system for
technician can perform this work. level. See Washer Fluid 0 217. damage or leaks.
If the engine oil life system is reset . Visually inspect windshield wiper . Visually inspect exhaust system
accidentally, service the vehicle blades for wear, cracking, and nearby heat shields for
within 5 000 km/3,000 mi since the or contamination. See Exterior loose or damaged parts.
last service. Reset the oil life Care 0 265. Replace worn or . Lubricate body components. See
system when the oil is changed. damaged wiper blades. See
See Engine Oil Life System 0 209. Exterior Care 0 265.
Wiper Blade
Replacement 0 221. . Check starter switch. See Starter
Tire Rotation and Required Switch Check 0 220.
Services Every 12 000 km/ . Check tire inflation pressures.
See Tire Pressure 0 241. . Check automatic transmission
7,500 mi
shift lock control function. See
Rotate the tires, if recommended for . Inspect tire wear. See Tire Automatic Transmission Shift
the vehicle, and perform the Inspection 0 246. Lock Control Function
following services. See Tire . Visually check for fluid leaks. Check 0 220.
Rotation 0 246.
. Inspect engine air cleaner filter.
See Engine Air Cleaner/
Filter 0 210.
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. Check parking brake and
automatic transmission park
mechanism. See Park Brake and
P (Park) Mechanism
Check 0 221.
. Check accelerator pedal for
damage, high effort, or binding.
Replace if needed.
. Visually inspect gas strut for
signs of wear, cracks, or other
damage. Check the hold open
ability of the strut. See your
dealer if service is required.
. Inspect sunroof track and seal,
if equipped. See Sunroof 0 43.
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1 2 0 0 0 k m/7 ,5 0 0 mi
2 4 0 0 0 k m/1 5 ,0 0 0 mi
3 6 0 0 0 k m/2 2 ,5 0 0 mi
4 8 0 0 0 k m/3 0 ,0 0 0 mi
6 0 0 0 0 k m/3 7 ,5 0 0 mi
7 2 0 0 0 k m/4 5 ,0 0 0 mi
8 4 0 0 0 k m/5 2 ,5 0 0 mi
9 6 0 0 0 k m/6 0 ,0 0 0 mi
1 0 8 0 0 0 k m/6 7 ,5 0 0 mi
1 2 0 0 0 0 k m/7 5 ,0 0 0 mi
1 3 2 0 0 0 k m/8 2 ,5 0 0 mi
1 4 4 0 0 0 k m/9 0 ,0 0 0 mi
1 5 6 0 0 0 k m/9 7 ,5 0 0 mi
1 6 8 0 0 0 k m/1 0 5 ,0 0 0 mi
1 8 0 0 0 0 k m/11 2 ,5 0 0 mi
1 9 2 0 0 0 k m/1 2 0 ,0 0 0 mi
2 0 4 0 0 0 k m/1 2 7 ,5 0 0 mi
2 1 6 0 0 0 k m/1 3 5 ,0 0 0 mi
2 2 8 0 0 0 k m/1 4 2 ,5 0 0 mi
2 4 0 0 0 0 k m/1 5 0 ,0 0 0 mi
Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required
Services - Normal
Rotate tires and perform Required Services.
Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @
Change engine oil and filter, if needed.
Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) @ @ @ @ @ @
Inspect evaporative control system. (2) @ @ @
Replace engine air cleaner filter. (3) @ @ @
Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark plug wires. @ @
Drain and fill engine cooling system. (4) @
Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (5) @
Replace brake fluid. (6)
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Footnotes — Maintenance (5) Or every 10 years, whichever

Schedule Additional Required comes first. Inspect for fraying,
Services - Normal excessive cracking, or damage;
(1) Or every two years, whichever replace, if needed.
comes first. More frequent (6) Replace brake fluid every three
passenger compartment air filter years. See Brake Fluid 0 218.
replacement may be needed if
driving in areas with heavy traffic,
poor air quality, high dust levels,
or environmental allergens.
Passenger compartment air filter
replacement may also be needed if
there is reduced airflow, window
fogging, or odors. Your GM dealer
can help determine when to replace
the filter.
(2) Visually check all fuel and vapor
lines and hoses for proper
attachment, connection, routing, and
condition.
(3) Or every four years, whichever
comes first. If driving in dusty
conditions, inspect the filter at each
oil change or more often as needed.
(4) Or every five years, whichever
comes first. See Cooling
System 0 212.
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1 2 0 0 0 k m/7 ,5 0 0 mi
2 4 0 0 0 k m/1 5 ,0 0 0 mi
3 6 0 0 0 k m/2 2 ,5 0 0 mi
4 8 0 0 0 k m/3 0 ,0 0 0 mi
6 0 0 0 0 k m/3 7 ,5 0 0 mi
7 2 0 0 0 k m/4 5 ,0 0 0 mi
8 4 0 0 0 k m/5 2 ,5 0 0 mi
9 6 0 0 0 k m/6 0 ,0 0 0 mi
1 0 8 0 0 0 k m/6 7 ,5 0 0 mi
1 2 0 0 0 0 k m/7 5 ,0 0 0 mi
1 3 2 0 0 0 k m/8 2 ,5 0 0 mi
1 4 4 0 0 0 k m/9 0 ,0 0 0 mi
1 5 6 0 0 0 k m/9 7 ,5 0 0 mi
1 6 8 0 0 0 k m/1 0 5 ,0 0 0 mi
1 8 0 0 0 0 k m/11 2 ,5 0 0 mi
1 9 2 0 0 0 k m/1 2 0 ,0 0 0 mi
2 0 4 0 0 0 k m/1 2 7 ,5 0 0 mi
2 1 6 0 0 0 k m/1 3 5 ,0 0 0 mi
2 2 8 0 0 0 k m/1 4 2 ,5 0 0 mi
2 4 0 0 0 0 k m/1 5 0 ,0 0 0 mi
Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required
Services - Severe
Rotate tires and perform Required Services.
Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @
Change engine oil and filter, if needed.
Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) @ @ @ @ @ @
Inspect evaporative control system. (2) @ @ @
Replace engine air cleaner filter. (3) @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @
Change automatic transmission fluid. @ @ @
Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark plug wires. @ @
Drain and fill engine cooling system. (4) @
Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (5) @
Replace brake fluid. (6)
Footnotes — Maintenance Passenger compartment air filter (3) Or every four years, whichever
Schedule Additional Required replacement may also be needed if comes first. If driving in dusty
Services - Severe there is reduced airflow, window conditions, inspect the filter at each
(1) Or every two years, whichever fogging, or odors. Your GM dealer oil change or more often as needed.
comes first. More frequent can help determine when to replace (4) Or every five years, whichever
passenger compartment air filter the filter. comes first. See Cooling
replacement may be needed if (2) Visually check all fuel and vapor System 0 212.
driving in areas with heavy traffic, lines and hoses for proper
poor air quality, high dust levels, attachment, connection, routing, and
or environmental allergens. condition.
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(5) Or every 10 years, whichever Special Application Additional

comes first. Inspect for fraying,
excessive cracking, or damage; Services Maintenance and Care
replace, if needed. . Severe Commercial Use Your vehicle is an important
(6) Replace brake fluid every three Vehicles Only: Lubricate chassis investment and caring for it properly
years. See Brake Fluid 0 218. components every oil change. may help to avoid future costly
. Have underbody flushing service repairs. To maintain vehicle
performed. See "Underbody performance, additional
Maintenance" in Exterior maintenance services may be
Care 0 265. required.
It is recommended that your dealer
perform these services — their
trained dealer technicians know
your vehicle best. Your dealer can
also perform a thorough
assessment with a multi-point
inspection to recommend when your
vehicle may need attention.
The following list is intended to
explain the services and conditions
to look for that may indicate
services are required.
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 vehicle’s 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 0 284 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 vehicle’s interior and Wiper blades need to be cleaned
when service is needed. exterior, see Interior Care 0 269 and and kept in good condition to
Exterior Care 0 265. 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
®
Automatic Transmission DEXRON -VI Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL ® Coolant.
See Engine Coolant 0 213.
Engine Oil Engine oil meeting the dexos1™ specification of the proper SAE viscosity
grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. See Engine
Oil 0 207.
Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. 89021668, in
Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor, and Canada 89021674) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2,
Release Pawl Category LB or GC-LB.
Hydraulic Brake System DOT 4 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 19299570, in
Canada 19299571).
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).
Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection
requirements.
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Maintenance Replacement Parts

Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer.
Maintenance Replacement Parts
Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 95021102 A3184C
Engine Oil Filter
1.4L L4 Engine (LUV) 55594651 PF2257G
1.4L L4 Engine (LE2) 12670058 UPF64R
Passenger Compartment Air Filter 13271190 CF181
Spark Plugs
1.4L L4 Engine (LUV) 55585517 41-121
1.4L L4 Engine (LE2) 12673527 41-153
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 287
Technical Data Vehicle Identification Service Parts

Identification Label
Vehicle Identification If equipped, this label on the inside
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) of the glove box, has the following
Vehicle Identification
information:
Number (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287
Service Parts Identification . Vehicle Identification
Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287 Number (VIN).
Vehicle Data . Model designation.
Capacities and . Paint information.
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288
. Production options and special
Engine Drive Belt Routing . . . . 290
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
0 288 for the vehicle's engine code.
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288 Technical Data
Vehicle Data
Capacities and Specifications
The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants 0 284 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 7.3 L 7.7 qt
Engine Oil with Filter 4.0 L 4.2 qt
Fuel Tank 53 L 14 gal
Wheel Nut Torque 140 Y 100 lb ft
Transfer Case 0.35 L 0.36 qt
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this
manual. Recheck fluid level after filling.
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Technical Data 289
Engine Specifications
Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap
1.4L L4 (LUV) B Automatic 0.60–0.70 mm (0.024–
0.028 in)
1.4L L4 (LE2) M Automatic 0.60–0.70 mm (0.024–
0.028 in)
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290 Technical Data
Engine Drive Belt Routing
1.4L L4 Engine (LUV)

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Customer Information 291
Customer Reporting Safety Defects to

the Canadian
Customer Information
Information Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301
Reporting Safety Defects to Customer Satisfaction
General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302 Procedure
Customer Information Vehicle Data Recording and Your satisfaction and goodwill are
Customer Satisfaction Privacy important to your dealer and to
Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291 Buick. Normally, any concerns with
Vehicle Data Recording and
Customer Assistance the sales transaction or the
Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302
Offices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293 operation of the vehicle will be
Event Data Recorders . . . . . . . . 302
Customer Assistance for Text resolved by your dealer's sales or
OnStar® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303
Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . . 293 service departments. Sometimes,
Online Owner Center . . . . . . . . . 294 however, despite the best intentions
GM Mobility Reimbursement of all concerned, misunderstandings
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294 can occur. If your concern has not
Roadside Assistance been resolved to your satisfaction,
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295 the following steps should be taken:
Scheduling Service
Appointments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296 STEP ONE : Discuss your concern
Courtesy Transportation with a member of dealership
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297 management. Normally, concerns
Collision Damage Repair . . . . . 298 can be quickly resolved at that level.
Service Publications Ordering If the matter has already been
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300 reviewed with the sales, service,
Radio Frequency or parts manager, contact the owner
Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301 of your dealership or the general
manager.
Reporting Safety Defects
Reporting Safety Defects to STEP TWO : If after contacting a
the United States member of dealership management,
Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301 it appears your concern cannot be
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292 Customer Information
resolved by your dealership without STEP THREE — U.S. Owners : You may contact the BBB Auto Line
further help, in the U.S., call Both General Motors and your Program using the toll-free
1-800-521-7300. In Canada, contact dealer are committed to making telephone number or write them at
General Motors of Canada sure you are completely satisfied the following address:
Customer Care Centre at with the new vehicle. However, BBB Auto Line Program
1-800-263-3777 (English) or if you continue to remain unsatisfied Council of Better Business Bureaus,
1-800-263-7854 (French). after following the procedure Inc.
We encourage you to call the outlined in Steps One and Two, you 3033 Wilson Boulevard
toll-free number in order to give the can file with the Better Business Suite 600
inquiry prompt attention. Have the Bureau (BBB) Auto Line® Program Arlington, VA 22201
following information available to to enforce your rights.
Telephone: 1-800-955-5100
give the Customer Assistance The BBB Auto Line Program is an http://www.bbb.org/council/
representative: out-of-court program administered programs-services/
. Vehicle Identification by the Council of Better Business dispute-handling-and-resolution/
Number (VIN). This is available Bureaus to settle automotive bbb-auto-line
from the vehicle registration or disputes regarding vehicle repairs or
the interpretation of the New Vehicle This program is available in all
title, or the plate at the top left of 50 states and the District of
the instrument panel and visible Limited Warranty. Although you may
be required to resort to this informal Columbia. Eligibility is limited by
through the windshield. vehicle age, mileage, and other
dispute resolution program prior to
. Dealership name and location. filing a court action, use of the factors. General Motors reserves
. Vehicle delivery date and program is free of charge and your the right to change eligibility
present mileage. case will generally be heard within limitations and/or discontinue its
40 days. If you do not agree with the participation in this program.
When contacting Buick, remember decision given in your case, you
that your concern will likely be STEP THREE — Canadian
may reject it and proceed with any Owners : In the event that you do
resolved at a dealer's facility. That is other venue for relief available
why we suggest following Step One not feel your concerns have been
to you. addressed after following the
first.
procedure outlined in Steps One
and Two, General Motors of Canada
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Company wants you to be aware of Mediation/Arbitration Program From U.S. Virgin Islands:
its participation in a no-charge c/o Customer Care Centre 1-800-496-9994
Mediation/Arbitration program. General Motors of Canada
General Motors of Canada Company Canada
Company has committed to binding Mail Code: CA1-163-005
General Motors of Canada
arbitration of owner disputes 1908 Colonel Sam Drive
Company
involving factory-related vehicle Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7
Customer Care Centre, Mail Code:
service claims. The program The inquiry should be accompanied CA1-163-005
provides for the review of the facts by the Vehicle Identification 1908 Colonel Sam Drive
involved by an impartial third party Number (VIN). Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7
arbiter, and may include an informal
www.gm.ca
hearing before the arbiter. The
program is designed so that the Customer Assistance 1-800-263-3777 (English)
entire dispute settlement process, Offices 1-800-263-7854 (French)
from the time you file your complaint Buick encourages customers to call 1-800-263-3830 (For Text
to the final decision, should be the toll-free number for assistance. Telephone devices (TTYs))
completed in about 70 days. We However, if a customer wishes to Roadside Assistance:
believe our impartial program offers write or e-mail Buick, the letter 1-800-268-6800
advantages over courts in most should be addressed to:
jurisdictions because it is informal, All Overseas Locations
quick, and free of charge. United States and Puerto Rico Please contact the local General
For further information concerning Buick Customer Assistance Center Motors Business Unit.
eligibility in the Canadian Motor P.O. Box 33136
Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), Detroit, MI 48232-5136 Customer Assistance for
call toll-free 1-800-207-0685, or call www.Buick.com Text Telephone (TTY)
the General Motors Customer Care Users
1-800-521-7300
Centre, 1-800-263-3777 (English),
1-800-832-8425 (For Text To assist customers who are deaf,
1-800-263-7854 (French),
Telephone devices (TTYs)) hard of hearing, or speech-impaired
or write to:
Roadside Assistance: and who use Text Telephones
1-800-252-1112
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(TTYs), Buick has TTY equipment r : Track your vehicle’s warranty . Retrieve your favorite articles,
available at its Customer Assistance information. quizzes, tips, and multimedia
Center. Any TTY user can galleries organized into the
communicate with Buick by dialing: J : View active recalls by Vehicle Featured Articles and Auto Care
1-800-832-8425. TTY users in Identification Number (VIN). See Sections.
Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830. Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) 0 287. . Download the owner manual for
your vehicle, quickly and easily.
Online Owner Center H : View GM Card, SiriusXM
Satellite radio (if equipped), and . Find the Buick-recommended
Online Owner Experience OnStar account information. maintenance services for your
(U.S.) my.buick.com vehicle.
F : Chat with online help
The Buick online owner experience representatives.
allows interaction with Buick and GM Mobility
See my.buick.com to register your Reimbursement Program
keeps important vehicle-specific
vehicle.
information in one place.
Membership Benefits Buick Owner Centre (Canada)
buickowner.ca
E : Download owner manuals and
view vehicle-specific how-to videos. Visit the Buick Owner Centre:
G : View maintenance schedules, . Chat live with online help
alerts, and OnStar onboard vehicle representatives.
diagnostic information. Schedule . Use the Vehicle Tools section. This program is available to
service appointments. qualified applicants for cost
. Access third party enthusiast
I : View and print dealer-recorded sites and social media networks. reimbursement of eligible
service records and self-recorded aftermarket adaptive equipment
. Locate owner resources such as required for the vehicle, such as
service records.
lease-end, financing, and hand controls or a wheelchair/
D : Select a dealer and view warranty information. scooter lift for the vehicle.
locations, maps, phone numbers,
and hours.
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For more information on the limited . Telephone number of your General Motors North America and
offer, visit www.gmmobility.com or location. Buick reserve the right to limit
call the GM Mobility Assistance . Location of the vehicle. services or payment to an owner or
Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text driver if they decide the claims are
Telephone (TTY) users, call . Model, year, color, and license made too often, or the same type of
1-800-833-9935. plate number of the vehicle. claim is made many times.
General Motors of Canada also has . Odometer reading, Vehicle Services Provided
a Mobility Program. Visit www.gm.ca Identification Number (VIN), and
or call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) delivery date of the vehicle. . Emergency Fuel Delivery:
for details. TTY users call Delivery of enough fuel for the
. Description of the problem.
1-800-263-3830. vehicle to get to the nearest
Coverage service station.
Roadside Assistance Services are provided for the . Lock-Out Service: Service to
Program duration of the vehicle’s powertrain unlock the vehicle if you are
warranty. locked out. A remote unlock may
For U.S.-purchased vehicles, call be available if you have
1-800-252-1112; (Text Telephone In the U.S., anyone driving the OnStar®. For security reasons,
(TTY): 1-888-889-2438). vehicle is covered. In Canada, a the driver must present
person driving the vehicle without identification before this service
For Canadian-purchased vehicles, permission from the owner is not
call 1-800-268-6800. is given.
covered.
Service is available 24 hours a day, . Emergency Tow from a Public
Roadside Assistance is not a part of Road or Highway: Tow to the
365 days a year. the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. nearest Buick dealer for
Calling for Assistance General Motors North America and warranty service, or if the vehicle
Buick reserve the right to make any was in a crash and cannot be
When calling Roadside Assistance, changes or discontinue the
have the following information driven. Assistance is not given
Roadside Assistance program at when the vehicle is stuck in
ready: any time without notification. sand, mud, or snow.
. Your name, home address, and
home telephone number.
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. Flat Tire Change: Service to . Mounting, dismounting, Assistance advisor will help you
change a flat tire with the spare or changing of snow tires, make arrangements and explain
tire. The spare tire, if equipped, chains, or other traction devices. how to receive payment.
must be in good condition and Service is not provided if a vehicle . Alternative Service: If
properly inflated. It is the owner's is in an area that is not accessible assistance cannot be provided
responsibility for the repair or to the service vehicle or is not a right away, the Roadside
replacement of the tire if it is not regularly traveled or maintained Assistance advisor may give
covered by the warranty. public road, which includes ice and permission to get local
. Battery Jump Start: Service to winter roads. Off-road use is not emergency road service. You will
jump start a dead battery. covered. receive payment, up to $100,
. Trip Interruption Benefits and after sending the original receipt
Services Specific to to Roadside Assistance.
Assistance: If your trip is Canadian-Purchased Vehicles
interrupted due to a warranty Mechanical failures may be
event, incidental expenses may . Fuel Delivery: Reimbursement covered, however any cost for
be reimbursed within the is up to 7 liters. Diesel fuel parts and labor for repairs not
Powertrain warranty period. delivery may be restricted. covered by the warranty are the
Items considered are reasonable Propane and other fuels are not owner responsibility.
and customary hotel, meals, provided through this service.
rental car, or a vehicle being . Lock-Out Service: Vehicle
Scheduling Service
delivered back to the customer, registration is required. Appointments
up to 805 km (500 mi).
. Trip Interruption Benefits and When the vehicle requires warranty
Services Not Included in Assistance: Must be over service, contact your dealer and
Roadside Assistance 150 km from where your trip was request an appointment. By
started to qualify. scheduling a service appointment
. Impound towing caused by and advising the service consultant
Pre-authorization, original
violation of any laws. detailed receipts, and a copy of of your transportation needs, your
. Legal fines. the repair orders are required. dealer can help minimize your
Once authorization has been inconvenience.
received, the Roadside
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If the vehicle cannot be scheduled Several Courtesy Transportation Public Transportation or Fuel
into the service department options are available to assist in Reimbursement
immediately, keep driving it until it reducing inconvenience when If overnight warranty repairs are
can be scheduled for service, warranty repairs are required. needed, and public transportation is
unless, of course, the problem is Courtesy Transportation is not a used, the expense must be
safety related. If it is, please call part of the New Vehicle Limited supported by original receipts and
your dealership, let them know this, Warranty. A separate booklet within the maximum amount allowed
and ask for instructions. entitled “Limited Warranty and by GM for shuttle service. If U.S.
If your dealer requests you to bring Owner Assistance Information” customers arrange their own
the vehicle for service, you are furnished with each new vehicle transportation, limited
urged to do so as early in the work provides detailed warranty coverage reimbursement for reasonable fuel
day as possible to allow for information. expenses may be available. Claim
same-day repair. amounts should reflect actual costs
Transportation Options and be supported by original
Courtesy Transportation Warranty service can generally be receipts. See your dealer for
completed while you wait. However, information.
Program
if you are unable to do so, your
To enhance your ownership Courtesy Rental Vehicle
dealer may offer the following
experience, we and our participating transportation options: For an overnight warranty repair, the
dealers are proud to offer Courtesy dealer may provide an available
Transportation, a customer support Shuttle Service courtesy rental vehicle or provide for
program for vehicles with the This includes one-way or round-trip reimbursement of a rental vehicle.
Bumper-to-Bumper (Base Warranty shuttle service within reasonable Reimbursement is limited and must
Coverage period in Canada), time and distance parameters of be supported by original receipts as
extended powertrain, and/or your dealer's area. well as a signed and completed
hybrid-specific warranties in both rental agreement and meet state/
the U.S. and Canada. provincial, local, and rental vehicle
provider requirements.
Requirements vary and may include
minimum age requirements,
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insurance coverage, credit card, etc. equipment and quality replacement performance; however, the history of
Additional fees such as fuel usage parts. Poorly performed collision these parts is not known. Such parts
charges, taxes, levies, usage fees, repairs diminish the vehicle resale are not covered by the GM New
excessive mileage, or rental usage value, and safety performance can Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any
beyond the completion of the repair be compromised in subsequent related failures are not covered by
are also your responsibility. collisions. that warranty.
It may not be possible to provide a Collision Parts Aftermarket collision parts are also
like vehicle as a courtesy rental. available. These are made by
Genuine GM Collision parts are new companies other than GM and may
Additional Program parts made with the same materials not have been tested for the vehicle.
Information and construction methods as the As a result, these parts may fit
parts with which the vehicle was poorly, exhibit premature durability/
All program options, such as shuttle
originally built. Genuine GM corrosion problems, and may not
service, may not be available at
Collision parts are the best choice to perform properly in subsequent
every dealer. Contact your dealer
ensure that the vehicle's designed collisions. Aftermarket parts are not
for specific availability.
appearance, durability, and safety covered by the GM New Vehicle
General Motors reserves the right to are preserved. The use of Genuine Limited Warranty, and any vehicle
unilaterally modify, change, GM parts can help maintain the GM failure related to such parts is not
or discontinue Courtesy New Vehicle Limited Warranty. covered by that warranty.
Transportation at any time and to
Recycled original equipment parts
resolve all questions of claim
may also be used for repair. These
Repair Facility
eligibility pursuant to the terms and
parts are typically removed from GM also recommends that you
conditions described herein at its
vehicles that were total losses in choose a collision repair facility that
sole discretion.
prior crashes. In most cases, the meets your needs before you ever
parts being recycled are from need collision repairs. Your dealer
Collision Damage Repair undamaged sections of the vehicle. may have a collision repair center
If the vehicle is involved in a A recycled original equipment GM with GM-trained technicians and
collision and it is damaged, have the part may be an acceptable choice to state-of-the-art equipment, or be
damage repaired by a qualified maintain the vehicle's originally able to recommend a collision repair
technician using the proper designed appearance and safety
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center that has GM-trained Manufacturer (OEM) parts or . Vehicle license plate number.
technicians and comparable Genuine Manufacturer replacement . Vehicle make, model, and
equipment. parts. Read the lease carefully, as model year.
you may be charged at the end of
Insuring the Vehicle the lease for poor quality repairs. . Vehicle Identification
Protect your investment in the GM Number (VIN).
vehicle with comprehensive and
If a Crash Occurs
. Insurance company and policy
collision insurance coverage. There If there has been an injury, call number.
are significant differences in the emergency services for help. Do not
. General description of the
quality of coverage afforded by leave the scene of a crash until all
various insurance policy terms. matters have been taken care of. damage to the other vehicle.
Many insurance policies provide Move the vehicle only if its position Choose a reputable repair facility
reduced protection to the GM puts you in danger, or you are that uses quality replacement parts.
vehicle by limiting compensation for instructed to move it by a police See “Collision Parts” earlier in this
damage repairs through the use of officer. section.
aftermarket collision parts. Some Give only the necessary information If the airbag has inflated, see What
insurance companies will not to police and other parties involved Will You See after an Airbag
specify aftermarket collision parts. in the crash. Inflates? 0 68.
When purchasing insurance, we
recommend that you ensure that the For emergency towing see Managing the Vehicle Damage
vehicle will be repaired with GM Roadside Assistance Repair Process
original equipment collision parts. Program 0 295.
If such insurance coverage is not In the event that the vehicle requires
Gather the following information: damage repairs, GM recommends
available from your current
insurance carrier, consider switching . Driver name, address, and that you take an active role in its
to another insurance carrier. telephone number. repair. If you have a pre-determined
. Driver license number. repair facility of choice, take the
If the vehicle is leased, the leasing vehicle there, or have it towed there.
company may require you to have . Owner name, address, and Specify to the facility that any
insurance that ensures repairs with telephone number. required replacement collision parts
Genuine GM Original Equipment be original equipment parts, either
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new Genuine GM parts or recycled Service Publications Current and Past Models
original GM parts. Remember,
recycled parts will not be covered by
Ordering Information Service and Owner publications are
available for many current and past
the GM vehicle warranty. Service Manuals model year GM vehicles.
Insurance pays the bill for the repair, Service Manuals have the diagnosis ORDER TOLL FREE:
but you must live with the repair. and repair information on the 1-800-551-4123 Monday – Friday
Depending on your policy limits, engines, transmission, axle, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Eastern Time
your insurance company may suspension, brakes, electrical,
initially value the repair using steering, body, etc. For Credit Card Orders Only
aftermarket parts. Discuss this with (VISA-MasterCard-Discover), see
the repair professional, and insist on Owner Information Helm, Inc. at: www.helminc.com.
Genuine GM parts. Remember, Owner publications are written Or write to:
if the vehicle is leased, you may be specifically for owners and intended
obligated to have the vehicle Helm, Incorporated
to provide basic operational Attention: Customer Service
repaired with Genuine GM parts, information about the vehicle. The
even if your insurance coverage 47911 Halyard Drive
Owner Manual includes the Plymouth, MI 48170
does not pay the full cost. Maintenance Schedule for all
If another party's insurance models. Prices are subject to change without
company is paying for the repairs, notice and without incurring
In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, obligation. Allow ample time for
you are not obligated to accept a Owner Manual, and Warranty
repair valuation based on that delivery.
Manual.
insurance company's collision policy All listed prices are quoted in U.S.
repair limits, as you have no RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 – funds. Make checks payable in U.S.
contractual limits with that company. $40.00 (U.S.) plus handling and funds.
In such cases, you can have control shipping fees.
of the repair and parts choices as Without Pouch: Owner Manual only.
long as the cost stays within
reasonable limits. RETAIL SELL PRICE:
$25.00 (U.S.) plus handling and
shipping fees.
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Radio Frequency Reporting Safety However, NHTSA cannot

Statement become involved in individual
Defects problems between you, your
This vehicle has systems that dealer, or General Motors.
operate on a radio frequency that Reporting Safety Defects
complies with Part 15/Part 18 of the To contact NHTSA, you may call
Federal Communications
to the United States the Vehicle Safety Hotline
Commission (FCC) rules and with Government toll-free at 1-888-327-4236
Industry Canada Standards If you believe that your vehicle (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to
RSS-GEN/210/216/220/251/310, http://www.safercar.gov; or
has a defect which could cause
ICES‐001. write to:
a crash or could cause injury or
Operation is subject to the following death, you should immediately Administrator, NHTSA
two conditions: inform the National Highway 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E.
1. The device may not cause Traffic Safety Administration Washington, D.C. 20590
harmful interference. (NHTSA) in addition to notifying
You can also obtain other
2. The device must accept any General Motors.
information about motor
interference received, including If NHTSA receives similar vehicle safety from
interference that may cause complaints, it may open an http://www.safercar.gov.
undesired operation of the
investigation, and if it finds that
device.
a safety defect exists in a group Reporting Safety Defects
Changes or modifications to any of of vehicles, it may order a recall
these systems by other than an
to the Canadian
and remedy campaign. Government
authorized service facility could void
authorization to use this equipment. If you live in Canada, and you
believe that the vehicle has a
safety defect, notify Transport
Canada immediately, and notify
General Motors of Canada
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Company. Call Transport Vehicle Data Event Data Recorders

Canada at 1-800-333-0510 or
write to: Recording and This vehicle is equipped with an
event data recorder (EDR). The
Transport Canada Privacy main purpose of an EDR is to
Road Safety Branch The vehicle has a number of record, in certain crash or near
80 rue Noel computers that record information crash-like situations, such as an air
Gatineau, QC J8Z 0A1 about the vehicle’s performance and bag deployment or hitting a road
how it is driven. For example, the obstacle, data that will assist in
vehicle uses computer modules to understanding how a vehicle’s
Reporting Safety Defects systems performed. The EDR is
monitor and control engine and
to General Motors transmission performance, to designed to record data related to
In addition to notifying NHTSA (or monitor the conditions for airbag vehicle dynamics and safety
Transport Canada) in a situation like deployment and deploy them in a systems for a short period of time,
this, notify General Motors. crash, and, if equipped, to provide typically 30 seconds or less. The
antilock braking to help the driver EDR in this vehicle is designed to
Call 1-800-521-7300, or write: record such data as:
control the vehicle. These modules
Buick Customer Assistance Center may store data to help the dealer . How various systems in your
P.O. Box 33136 technician service the vehicle. vehicle were operating;
Detroit, MI 48232–5136 Some modules may also store data
. Whether or not the driver and
In Canada, call 1-800-263-3777 about how the vehicle is operated,
such as rate of fuel consumption or passenger safety belts were
(English) or 1-800-263-7854 buckled/fastened;
(French), or write: average speed. These modules may
retain personal preferences, such as . How far (if at all) the driver was
General Motors of Canada radio presets, seat positions, and depressing the accelerator and/
Company temperature settings. or brake pedal; and,
Customer Care Centre, Mail Code:
. How fast the vehicle was
CA1-163-005
1908 Colonel Sam Drive traveling.
Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7
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These data can help provide a GM will not access these data or OnStar Terms and Conditions and
better understanding of the share it with others except: with the Privacy Statement on the OnStar
circumstances in which crashes and consent of the vehicle owner or, website.
injuries occur. if the vehicle is leased, with the See OnStar Additional
Note consent of the lessee; in response Information 0 309.
to an official request by police or
EDR data are recorded by your similar government office; as part of
vehicle only if a non-trivial crash GM's defense of litigation through Infotainment System
situation occurs; no data are the discovery process; or, as If the vehicle is equipped with a
recorded by the EDR under normal required by law. Data that GM navigation system as part of the
driving conditions and no personal collects or receives may also be infotainment system, use of the
data (e.g., name, gender, age, and used for GM research needs or may system may result in the storage of
crash location) are recorded. be made available to others for destinations, addresses, telephone
However, other parties, such as law research purposes, where a need is numbers, and other trip information.
enforcement, could combine the shown and the data is not tied to a See the infotainment manual for
EDR data with the type of specific vehicle or vehicle owner. information on stored data and for
personally identifying data routinely
deletion instructions.
acquired during a crash
investigation. OnStar®
To read data recorded by an EDR, If the vehicle is equipped with
special equipment is required, and OnStar® and has an active
access to the vehicle or the EDR is subscription, additional data may be
needed. In addition to the vehicle collected through the OnStar
manufacturer, other parties, such as system. This includes information
law enforcement, that have the about the vehicle’s operation;
special equipment, can read the collisions involving the vehicle; the
information if they have access to use of the vehicle and its features;
the vehicle or the EDR. and, in certain situations, the
location and approximate GPS
speed of the vehicle. Refer to the
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OnStar OnStar Overview 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304
The OnStar system status light is
OnStar Services next to the OnStar buttons. If the
Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305 status light is:
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305
Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306 = Voice Command Button . Solid Green: System is ready.
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306 Q Blue OnStar Button . Flashing Green: On a call.
Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308
> 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309 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
and find evacuation routes. to help with a flat tire, a battery
jump, or an empty gas tank.
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Navigation 3. Say “Yes.” System responds: Send Destination to Vehicle

“OK, request completed, thank Subscribers can have directions
OnStar navigation requires a you, goodbye.”
specific OnStar service plan. sent to the vehicle’s navigation
Route Preview screen, if equipped.
Press Q to receive Turn-by-Turn
directions or have them sent to the 1. Press =. System responds: Press Q, then ask the Advisor to
vehicle’s navigation screen, “OnStar ready,” then a tone. download directions to the vehicle’s
if equipped. navigation system, if equipped. After
2. Say “Route preview.” System the call ends, the navigation screen
Turn-by-Turn Navigation responds with the next three will provide prompts to begin driving
maneuvers. directions. Routes that are sent to
1. Press Q to connect to an the navigation screen can only be
Repeat
Advisor. canceled through the navigation
2. Request directions to be 1. Press =. System responds: system.
downloaded to the vehicle. “OnStar ready,” then a tone.
See www.onstar.com (U.S.) or
3. Follow the voice-guided 2. Say “Repeat.” System www.onstar.ca (Canada).
commands. responds with the last direction
given, then responds with Connections
Using Voice Commands “OnStar ready,” then a tone.
During a Planned Route The following OnStar services help
Get My Destination with staying connected.
Cancel Route
1. Press =. System responds: For coverage maps, see
1. Press =. System responds: “OnStar ready,” then a tone. www.onstar.com (U.S.) or
“OnStar ready,” then a tone. www.onstar.ca (Canada).
2. Say “Get my destination.”
2. Say “Cancel route.” System System responds with the Ensuring Security
responds: “Do you want to address and distance to the . Change the default passwords
cancel directions?” destination, then responds with
for the Wi-Fi hotspot and
“OnStar ready,” then a tone.
RemoteLink mobile application.
Make these passwords different
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from each other and use a 2. The Wi-Fi settings will display . Remotely start/stop the vehicle,
combination of letters, numbers, the Wi-Fi hotspot name (SSID), if factory-equipped.
and symbols to increase the password, and on some . Lock/unlock doors, if equipped
security. vehicles, the connection type with automatic locks.
. Change the default name of the (no Internet connection, 3G,
4G, 4G LTE), and signal quality . Activate the horn and lamps.
SSID (Service Set Identifier).
This is your network’s name that (poor, good, excellent). . Check the vehicle’s fuel level, oil
is visible to other wireless 3. To change the SSID or life, or tire pressure,
devices. Choose a unique name password, press Q or call if factory-equipped with the Tire
and avoid family names or Pressure Monitor System.
1-888-4ONSTAR to connect
vehicle descriptions. with an Advisor. . Send directions to the vehicle.
®
OnStar Wi-Fi Hotspot (If After initial set-up, your vehicle’s . Locate the vehicle on a map
Equipped) Wi-Fi hotspot will connect (U.S. market only).
The vehicle may have a built-in automatically to your mobile . Turn the vehicle's Wi-Fi hotspot
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
plan is required. Use the in-vehicle contacting an OnStar Advisor. For OnStar RemoteLink information
controls only when it is safe to and compatibility, see
OnStar RemoteLink® Mobile App www.onstar.com (U.S.) or
do so. (If Equipped) www.onstar.ca (Canada).
1. To retrieve Wi-Fi hotspot Download the OnStar RemoteLink
information, press =, wait for Remote Services
mobile app to select Apple® iOS,
the prompt, then say “Wi-Fi Android™, BlackBerry®, Contact an OnStar Advisor to
settings.” On some vehicles, or Windows® mobile devices. unlock the doors or sound the horn
touch Wi-Fi Settings on the OnStar Subscribers can access the and flash the lamps.
screen. following services from a mobile
device:
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OnStar AtYourService 2. Say “Call.” System responds: Diagnostics

“Call. Please say the name or
OnStar Advisors can provide offers Advanced Diagnostics provides a
number to call.”
from restaurants and retailers on status of the vehicle’s key systems
your route, help locate hotels, 3. Say “911” without pausing. with a monthly e-mail, or by
or book a room. These services System responds: “911.”
pressing Q. If equipped, Diagnostic
vary by market. 4. Say “Call.” System responds: Alerts can be received in real-time
OnStar Hands-Free Calling “OK, dialing 911.” via e-mail or text. The Proactive
Alerts feature (if available) can help
Make and receive calls with the Retrieve My Number
predict and alert of potential
built-in wireless calling service,
which requires available minutes. 1. Press =. System responds: upcoming maintenance issues with
“OnStar ready.” select components on the vehicle,
Make a Call before they become a problem.
2. Say “My number.” System
1. Press =. System responds: responds: “Your OnStar OnStar can also monitor and report
Hands-Free Calling number is,” tire pressure, if the vehicle is
“OnStar ready.”
then says the number. equipped with a Tire Pressure
2. Say “Call.” System responds: Monitoring System.
“Call. Please say the name or End a Call
number to call.”
Press =. System responds: “Call
3. Say the entire number without ended.”
pausing, including a “1” and the
area code. System responds: Verify Minutes and Expiration
“OK, calling.”
Press = and say “Minutes” then
Calling 911 Emergency “Verify” to check how many minutes
remain and their expiration date.
1. Press =. System responds:
“OnStar ready.”
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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 0 301. 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
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Advisor may give a verbal route or described in the OnStar privacy
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Privacy
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Airbag System (cont'd)

Index A
About Driving the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . 3 When Should an Airbag
Accessories and Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . . . . 65
Accessory Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171 Airbags
Add-On Electrical Equipment . . . 197 Adding Equipment to the
Additional Information Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
OnStar® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309 Passenger Status Indicator . . . .112
Additional Maintenance Readiness Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281 Servicing Airbag-Equipped
Adjustments Vehicles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Lumbar, Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine . . . . . . . 210 Alarm
Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . .146, 149 Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Air Filter, Passenger Alert
Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 Side Blind Zone (SBZA) . . . . . . 190
Air Intake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 All-Season Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . .178, 220
Airbag System Antilock Brake System (ABS) . . . 179
Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115
How Does an Airbag Appearance Care
Restrain? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265
Passenger Sensing System . . . . 69 Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269
What Makes an Airbag Armrest
Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Front Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
What Will You See after an Rear Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Airbag Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Assistance Program,
Roadside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295
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Automatic Bulb Replacement (cont'd) Cargo (cont'd)

Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223 Management System . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Headlamp System . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223 Caution, Danger, and Warning . . . . 3
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175 Headlamps, Front Turn Center Console Storage . . . . . . . . . 96
Transmission Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . 210 Signal, and Parking Chains, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252
Automatic Transmission Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224 Charging System Light . . . . . . . . . 113
Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177 License Plate Lamps . . . . . . . . . 225 Check
Shift Lock Control Function Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248 Malfunction Indicator
Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220 Engine Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113
C
Child Restraints
B Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Infants and Young Children . . . . . 76
Battery California
Lower Anchors and Tethers
Power Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . 194
for Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Voltage and Charging Perchlorate Materials
Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200
Securing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88, 91
Battery - North America . . . .219, 259 California
Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Blade Replacement, Wiper . . . . . 221 Proposition
Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227
Brake 65 Warning . . . . . . . . . .200, 219, 259
Cleaning
System Warning Light . . . . . . . . .115 Camera
Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217 Rear Vision (RVC) . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269
Antilock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179 Canadian Vehicle Owners . . . . . . . . 2
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . . 146
Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180 Capacities and
Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288
Dual Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179 Carbon Monoxide
Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Cluster, Instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Break-In, New Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 166 Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
Collision Damage Repair . . . . . . . 298
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226 Cargo
Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . 258
Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223 Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
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Compartments Customer Assistance (cont'd) Drive Belt Routing, Engine . . . . . . 290

Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Text Telephone (TTY) Drive Systems
Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293 All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . 178, 220
Connections Customer Information Driver Behavior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
OnStar® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306 Service Publications Driver Information
Control Ordering Information . . . . . . . . 300 Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . .120, 121
Traction and Electronic Customer Satisfaction Driving
Stability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180 Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291 Defensive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 Drunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
D
Convenience Net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Damage Repair, Collision . . . . . . . 298
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 For Better Fuel Economy . . . . . . . 24
Danger, Warning, and Caution . . . . 3
Coolant Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . 160
Data Collection
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213 If the Vehicle is Stuck . . . . . . . . . 162
Engine Temperature Gauge . . .110 Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303
Cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .146, 149 Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Data Recorders, Event . . . . . . . . . 302
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212 Vehicle Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Daytime Running
Engine Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Wet Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Courtesy Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Courtesy Transportation Driving the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297 Dual Automatic Climate
Diagnostics
Cover Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
OnStar® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308
Cargo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Distracted Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 E
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
Dome Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 Electrical Equipment,
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
Door Add-On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Ajar Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Electrical System
Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Engine Compartment Fuse
Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . 293
Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227
Offices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293
Power Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . 227
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Electrical System (cont'd) Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 Frequency Statement

Instrument Panel Fuse Event Data Recorders . . . . . . . . . . 302 Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230 Exit Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 Front Fog Lamp
Overload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226 Extended Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174 Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
Rear Compartment Fuse Extender, Safety Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Front Seat Armrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232 Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . . . 139 Front Seats
Emergency Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
F
OnStar® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305 Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Features
Engine Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210 Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Filter,
Check and Service Engine Economy Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Engine Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . 210
Soon Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113 Filling a Portable Fuel
First Aid Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Compartment Overview . . . . . . . 204 Container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213 Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Flashers, Hazard Warning . . . . . . 141
Coolant Temperature Foreign Countries . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253
Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110 Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212 Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . .118
Floor Mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
Cooling System Messages . . . 125 Requirements, California . . . . . 194
Fluid
Drive Belt Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . 290 System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 210
Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174 Fuses
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170 Engine Compartment Fuse
Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
Oil Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209 Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227
Fog Lamps
Oil Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . 227
Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Oil Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . .118 Instrument Panel Fuse
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215 Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
Folding Seatback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Power Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Rear Compartment Fuse
Forward Collision Alert
Running While Parked . . . . . . . . 175 Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232
(FCA) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
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G Headlamps (cont'd) Indicator

Garage Door Opener . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Daytime Running Vehicle Ahead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Infants and Young Children,
Gauges Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Engine Coolant High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . .119 Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110 High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . 139 Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . . 303
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Lamps On Reminder . . . . . . . . . .119 Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Heated Instrument Panel
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Storage Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Heated Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . 40
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Warning Lights and Heater
J
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Jump Starting - North
General Information Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .146, 149
America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259
Service and Maintenance . . . . . 274 High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197 Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . . 160 K
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202 Key and Lock Messages . . . . . . . . 126
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Keyless Entry
GM Mobility Reimbursement How to Wear Safety Belts Remote (RKE) System . . . . . . . . . 26
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294 Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
HVAC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .146, 149 L
H
Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223 I Labeling, Tire Sidewall . . . . . . . . . . 236
Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . 141 Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167 Lamps
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Courtesy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Headlamps Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118 Daytime Running (DRL) . . . . . . 140
Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223 Dome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Exterior Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 223 Front Fog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
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Lamps (cont'd) Lights (cont'd) Lower Anchors and Tethers

Headlamps, Front Turn Charging System . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113 for Children (LATCH
Signal, and Parking Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119 System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224 Engine Oil Pressure . . . . . . . . . . .118 Lumbar Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
License Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225 Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Malfunction Indicator . . . . . . . . . .113 Front Fog Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
M
On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119 High-Beam On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
Maintenance
Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . 139
Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286
Lane Departure Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118
Maintenance and Care
Warning (LDW) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192 Lane Departure Warning . . . . . . .116
Additional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281
Lane Departure Warning Low Fuel Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . .118
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . 275
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Safety Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . . 111
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 StabiliTrak® OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117
Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284
LATCH System Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117
Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . . 113
Replacing Parts after a Traction Control System
Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 (TCS)/StabiliTrak® . . . . . . . . . . .117
Memory Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
LATCH, Lower Anchors and Traction Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
Memory Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Tethers for Children . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Locks
Messages
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Automatic Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Lighting Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Battery Voltage and
Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Illumination Control . . . . . . . . . . . 142 Power Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Door Ajar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Engine Cooling System . . . . . . . 125
Airbag Readiness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Antilock Brake System Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . . . 118
Engine Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
(ABS) Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115
Fuel System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Brake System Warning . . . . . . . .115
Key and Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
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Messages (cont'd) O P
Object Detection System . . . . . 127 Object Detection System Park
Ride Control System . . . . . . . . . . 128 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Shifting Into . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
Starting the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Shifting Out of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Parking
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Off-Road Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159 Brake and P (Park)
Mirrors Oil Mechanism Check . . . . . . . . . . 221
Automatic Dimming Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207 Extended . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . 209 Over Things That Burn . . . . . . . 174
Convex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Parking Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
Folding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118 Passenger Airbag Status
Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Older Children, Restraints . . . . . . . 75 Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Manual Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Online Owner Center . . . . . . . . . . . 294 Passenger Compartment Air
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303 Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Tilt in Reverse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 OnStar® Additional Passenger Sensing System . . . . . 69
Mirrors, Interior Rearview . . . . . . . . 40 Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309 Perchlorate Materials
Monitor System, Tire OnStar® Connections . . . . . . . . . . . 306 Requirements, California . . . . . . 200
Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242 OnStar® Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . 308 Personalization
N OnStar® Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . 305 Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Navigation OnStar® Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306 Power
OnStar® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306 OnStar® Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304 Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Net, Convenience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 OnStar® Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305 Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . . . . 166 Ordering Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Service Publications . . . . . . . . . . 300 Protection, Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Outlets Retained Accessory (RAP) . . . 171
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Overheating, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . 215 Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
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Pregnancy, Using Safety Belts . . . 61 Replacement Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226 Routing, Engine Drive Belt . . . . . . 290
Privacy Replacement Parts Running the Vehicle While
Vehicle Data Recording . . . . . . . 302 Airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
Program Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285
S
Courtesy Transportation . . . . . . 297 Replacing Airbag System . . . . . . . . 74
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Proposition Replacing LATCH System
Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
65 Warning, Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
California . . . . . . . . . . . .200, 219, 259 Replacing Safety Belt System
How to Wear Safety Belts
Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
R Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Reporting Safety Defects
Radio Frequency Statement . . . . 301 Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Canadian Government . . . . . . . . 301
Reading Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302
Rear Seat Armrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Replacing after a Crash . . . . . . . . 62
U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Use During Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . 61
Restraints
Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . . 185 Safety Defects Reporting
Where to Put . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Rear Window Washer/Wiper . . . . 102 Canadian Government . . . . . . . . 301
Retained Accessory
Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302
Power (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
Automatic Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301
Reverse Tilt Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Ride Control Systems
Recommended Fluids and Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284 Scheduling Appointments . . . . . . . 296
Roads
Records Seats
Driving, Wet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286 Adjustment, Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Roadside Assistance
Recreational Vehicle Towing . . . . 262 Folding Seatback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295
Reimbursement Program, Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Roof
GM Mobility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294 Heated Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Lumbar Adjustment, Front . . . . . . 48
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Rotation, Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Power Adjustment, Front . . . . . . . 48
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Seats (cont'd) Shifting Storage Areas (cont'd)

Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Out of Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173 Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Underseat Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) . . . 190 Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Securing Child Restraints . . . . 88, 91 Signals, Turn and Sunglasses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Security Lane-Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 Underseat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
OnStar® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305 Spare Tire Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . . . 94
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Compact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258 Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Vehicle Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Special Application Services . . . . 281 Summer Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 Specifications and Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Accessories and Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288 Sunglass Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Climate Control System . . . . . . . 146 StabiliTrak Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Doing Your Own Work . . . . . . . . 201 OFF Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117 System
Engine Soon Light . . . . . . . . . . . . .113 Start Vehicle, Remote . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Forward Collision
Maintenance Records . . . . . . . . 286 Starter Switch Check . . . . . . . . . . . 220 Alert (FCA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
Maintenance, General Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168 Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148, 303
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274 Starting the Vehicle Roof Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Parts Identification Label . . . . . 287 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
T
Publications Ordering Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300 Heated Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . 293
Scheduling Appointments . . . . . 296 Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Theft-Deterrent Systems . . . . . . . . . 38
Services Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Special Application . . . . . . . . . . . 281 Storage Areas
Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Servicing the Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Cargo Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234
Shift Lock Control Function Cargo Management System . . . . 96
All-Season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234
Check, Automatic Center Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220 Convenience Net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252
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Tires (cont'd) Traction Vehicle (cont'd)

Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254 Control System (TCS)/ Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Compact Spare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258 StabiliTrak® Light . . . . . . . . . . . . .117 Identification Number (VIN) . . . 287
Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238 Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116 Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249 Traction Control/Electronic Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
If a Tire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . . . 253 Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180 Personalization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246 Transmission Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175 Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241 Fluid, Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210 Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Vehicle Ahead Indicator . . . . . . . . 116
Pressure Monitor Operation . . 243 Transportation Program, Vehicle Care
Pressure Monitor System . . . . . 242 Courtesy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297 Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241
Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246 Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Vehicle Data Recording and
Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236 Turn and Lane-Change Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302
Terminology and Definitions . . 238 Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 Ventilation, Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Uniform Tire Quality Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
U
Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
Underseat Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 W
Wheel Alignment and Tire
Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . 250 Warning
Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251
Universal Remote System . . . . . . 136 Brake System Light . . . . . . . . . . . .115
Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 251
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Caution and Danger . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
When It Is Time for New
Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Lane Departure (LDW) . . . . . . . 192
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247
Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Towing V
Warnings
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 197 Vehicle
Hazard Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Recreational Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 262 Alarm System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262 Canadian Owners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Wheels
Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
Alignment and Tire Balance . . 251
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Wheels (cont'd)
Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249
Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251
When It Is Time for New
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247
Where to Put the Restraint . . . . . . 80
Wi-Fi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Windshield
Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223
Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Winter
Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
Winter Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235
Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . . . 221
Wipers
Rear Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102

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In Brief Vehicle Features

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Windows Seat Adjustment Power Seats

Press the switch to lower the To adjust a power seat:

Lumbar Adjustment Reclining Seatbacks To return the seatback to an upright

Safety Belts Passenger Sensing The passenger airbag status

Refer to the following sections for

3. Turn the selector switch to 9 Steering Wheel Interior Lighting

Reading Lamps Exterior Lighting

The exterior lamp control is on the

# : If equipped with fog lamps, 1X : For a single wipe, briefly move

1. Temperature Control 6. Air Conditioning or Comfort/

3. Fan Control 7. Recirculation

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Dual Automatic Climate Control System Transmission

1. Driver and Passenger Heated 8. Air Conditioning or Comfort/

Vehicle Features Cruise Control SET/− : Move the thumbwheel down

Steering Wheel Controls Driver Information

If equipped, FCA may help avoid or

Parking Assist Universal Remote System See Universal Remote

Driving for Better Fuel . Follow recommended scheduled

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will then remain disabled until Q on Programming Transmitters to

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When all additional transmitters 1. Place the transmitter in the

The battery is not rechargeable. To

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To open a rear door when the safety Doors

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Vehicle Security Fast Flast : Vehicle is unsecured.

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Folding Mirrors The mirror(s) return to the original Interior Mirrors

Reverse Tilt Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror

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Automatic Dimming Windows The vehicle aerodynamics are

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Window Lockout engage. Briefly press or pull the

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The window can be closed by Sun Visors Roof

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