2017 Chevrolet Volt Electric Vehicle Owners Manual

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Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-
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Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Keys, Doors, and Windows . . . . . 29
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Instruments and Controls . . . . . . . 95
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . 156
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . . 164
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235
Service and Maintenance . . . . . 324
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 337
Customer Information . . . . . . . . . 341
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . 352
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 365
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2 Introduction
Introduction For vehicles first sold in Canada, Canadian Vehicle Owners

substitute the name General
Motors of Canada Company for A French language manual can be
Chevrolet Motor Division wherever it obtained from your dealer, at
appears in this manual. www.helminc.com, or from:
This manual describes features that Propritaires Canadiens
may or may not be on the vehicle On peut obtenir un exemplaire de
because of optional equipment that ce guide en franais auprs du
was not purchased on the vehicle, concessionnaire ou l'adresse
The names, logos, emblems, model variants, country
slogans, vehicle model names, and suivante:
specifications, features/applications
vehicle body designs appearing in that may not be available in your Helm, Incorporated
this manual including, but not limited region, or changes subsequent to Attention: Customer Service
to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, the printing of this owner manual. 47911 Halyard Drive
the CHEVROLET Emblem, VOLT, Plymouth, MI 48170
and the VOLT logo are trademarks Refer to the purchase USA
and/or service marks of General documentation relating to your
Motors LLC, its subsidiaries, specific vehicle to confirm the
features.
Using this Manual
affiliates, or licensors.
Keep this manual in the vehicle for To quickly locate information about
quick reference. the vehicle, use the Index in the
back of the manual. It is an
alphabetical list of what is in the
manual and the page number where
it can be found.
Litho in U.S.A.

Part No. 23452967 A First Printing 2015 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved.
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Introduction 3
Danger, Warning, and Vehicle Symbol Chart

Caution Here are some additional symbols
that may be found on the vehicle
Warning messages found on vehicle and what they mean. For more
labels and in this manual describe information on the symbol, refer to
hazards and what to do to avoid or the Index.
reduce them. A circle with a slash through it is a
safety symbol which means Do
9 : Airbag Readiness Light
{ Danger Not, Do not do this, or Do not let # : Air Conditioning
this happen. ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS)
Danger indicates a hazard with a
high level of risk which will result Symbols b / g : Audio Steering

Wheel
in serious injury or death. Controls or OnStar
The vehicle has components and
labels that use symbols instead of I : Brake System Warning
text. Symbols are shown along with Light
{ Warning the text describing the operation or " : Charging System (12-Volt
Warning indicates a hazard that information relating to a specific Battery)
could result in injury or death. component, control, message, I : Cruise Control
gauge, or indicator.
M : Shown when the owner ` : Do Not Puncture
Caution manual has additional instructions ^ : Do Not Service
or information. f : Electric Parking Brake
Caution indicates a hazard that
could result in property or vehicle
* : Shown when the service d : Electronic Stability
manual has additional instructions Control (ESC)
damage. or information.
B : Engine Coolant Temperature
0 : Shown when there is more
information on another page O : Exterior Lamps
see page. y : Fault
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g : First Responder
_ : Flame/Fire Prohibited
. : Fuel Gauge
+ : Fuses
3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Changer
_ : High Voltage
I : LATCH System Child
Restraints
* : Malfunction Indicator Lamp
: : Oil Pressure
O : Power
B : Remote Vehicle Start
> : Safety Belt Reminders
g : StabiliTrak Disable
7 : Tire Pressure Monitor
i : Traction Control System (TCS)
Disable
a : Under Pressure
Q : Vehicle Ready
M : Windshield Washer Fluid
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In Brief Vehicle Features

Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Performance and Maintenance
Traction Control/Electronic
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . 16 Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Instrument Panel Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . . . 24
Driver Information Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 E85 or FlexFuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Initial Drive Information Forward Collision Alert (FCA) Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . . 25
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . . . 8 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Driving for Better Energy
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Forward Automatic Efficiency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Braking (FAB) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Roadside Assistance
Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Lane Keep Assist (LKA) . . . . . . . 18 Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . . 18
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . 18
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . 12 Parking Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Automatic Parking
Passenger Sensing System . . . 12 Assist (APA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . 13
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Battery and Efficiency
High Voltage Safety
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . . 15
Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Fueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Regenerative Braking . . . . . . . . . . 23
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
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Instrument Panel
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1. Air Vents 0 162. 8. Power Outlets 0 99. 17. Steering Wheel Adjustment
2. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn USB Port. See 0 96 (Out of View).
and Lane-Change Infotainment 0 156. 18. Regen on Demand Paddles
Signals 0 153. Auxiliary Jack. See (Out of View). See
IntelliBeam System Button (If Infotainment 0 156. Regenerative Braking 0 190.
Equipped). See Exterior Lamp 9. Shift Lever. See Electric Drive 19. Cruise Control 0 194.
Controls 0 149. Unit 0 186. Heated Steering Wheel 0 96 (If
3. Instrument Cluster 0 101. 10. Drive MODE Button. See Equipped).
Driver Information Center (DIC) Driver Selected Operating Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
Display. See Driver Information Modes 0 181. System 0 208 (If Equipped).
Center (DIC) 0 130. Assistance Systems for Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 213
4. Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 97. Parking or Backing 0 204 (If (If Equipped).
5. Charging Status Indicator. See Equipped). 20. Hood Release. See
Charging Status Traction Control/Electronic Hood 0 240.
Feedback 0 217. Stability Control 0 192. 21. Data Link Connector (DLC)
Light Sensor. See Daytime 11. Hazard Warning (Out of View). See Malfunction
Running Lamps (DRL) 0 151. Flashers 0 152. Indicator Lamp (Check Engine
6. Infotainment. See 12. Electric Parking Brake 0 188. Light) 0 109.
Infotainment 0 156. 13. Power Button 0 175. 22. Instrument Panel Fuse Door.
Navigation System (If See Instrument Panel Fuse
14. Steering Wheel Controls 0 96. Block 0 266.
Equipped). See the navigation
manual. 15. Audio Controls (Out of View) (If 23. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 149.
Equipped). See Steering Wheel
7. Automatic Climate Control Controls 0 96. 24. Instrument Panel Illumination
System 0 157. Control 0 153.
16. Horn 0 97.
Heated Front Seats 0 54 (If
Equipped).
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Initial Drive Press the key release button to Remote Start

release the key. The key can be
Information used for all locks. Use remote start to heat or cool the
interior when the vehicle is plugged
This section provides a brief K : Press once to unlock the driver in to maximize electric range by
overview about some of the door. Press a second time within utilizing electricity from the electrical
important features that may or may five seconds to unlock all doors. outlet. The engine may start to
not be on your specific vehicle. Q : Press to lock all doors. support the climate control
For more detailed information, refer operation. Normal operation of the
Lock and unlock feedback can be system will return after the vehicle
to each of the features which can be personalized. See Vehicle
found later in this owner manual. has been turned on.
Personalization 0 141.
7 : Press and release to initiate Starting the Vehicle
Remote Keyless Entry
vehicle locator. Press and hold for 1. Press and release Q on the
(RKE) System three seconds to sound the panic RKE transmitter.
The RKE transmitter may work up to alarm. Press again to cancel the
60 m (197 ft) away from the vehicle. panic alarm. 2. Immediately press and hold /
/ : Press and release Q and then for at least four seconds or until
the turn signal lamps flash.
immediately press and hold / for at
least four seconds to start the 3. After entering the vehicle
vehicle's heating or air conditioning during a remote start, press
systems and rear window defogger POWER O with the brake
from outside the vehicle using the pedal applied to operate as
RKE transmitter. See Remote normal.
Start 0 36.
When the vehicle starts, the parking
See Keys 0 29 and Remote Keyless lamps will turn on.
Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 30.
Vehicle Run time can be extended.
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Canceling Remote Start To lock or unlock the doors from K : Press to unlock.
inside the vehicle:
To cancel a remote start, do any of Q : Press to lock.
the following: . Press Q or K on the power door See Power Door Locks 0 40.
. Press and hold / until the lock switch.
. Keyless Access
parking lamps turn off. Push down the manual lock
. knob on the driver door to lock
Turn on the hazard warning
all doors. Push down the manual
flashers.
lock knob on a passenger door
. Press POWER O with the brake to lock only that door.
pedal applied, then press . Pull once on the door handle to
POWER O again to turn the unlock the door and again to
vehicle off. open the door. Press the power
door lock switch to lock or
See Remote Start 0 36. unlock all doors.
Door Locks Power Door Locks
To lock or unlock the doors from
outside the vehicle: When the Remote Keyless Entry
. Use the key. The driver door key (RKE) transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft)
cylinder is covered with a cap. of the driver door, the door can be
See Door Locks 0 39. locked and unlocked by pressing
the door handle button. When
. Press Q or K on the RKE unlocking from the driver door, the
transmitter. See Remote Keyless first press will unlock only that door;
Entry (RKE) System press again within five seconds to
Operation 0 30. unlock all passenger doors. See
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation 0 30.
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Hatch Windows Seat Adjustment

Seat Position
To adjust the seat position:

To open the hatch, press the touch 1. Pull the handle at the front of
pad on the underside of the hatch The window switches on the driver
door control all windows. Each the seat cushion to unlock it.
and lift after unlocking all doors. See
Hatch 0 42. passenger door has a switch that 2. Move the seat forward or
controls only that window. rearward and release the
Keyless Access : Press the touch handle.
pad on the underside of the hatch Press the switch to lower the
and lift up when the RKE transmitter window. Pull the switch to raise it. 3. Try to move the seat back and
is within 1 m (3 ft) of the rear of the The driver and passenger windows forth to be sure it is locked in
vehicle. See Remote Keyless Entry have an express-down feature and place.
(RKE) System Operation 0 30. the driver window has express-up. See Seat Adjustment 0 52.
See Power Windows 0 47.
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Height Adjustment Reclining Seatbacks 2. Push and pull on the seatback

to make sure it is locked.
See Reclining Seatbacks 0 53.
Heated Seats
Move the lever up or down to raise To recline the seatback:

or lower the seat. 1. Lift the lever.
See Seat Height Adjuster under 2. Move the seatback to the
Seat Adjustment 0 52. desired position, and then
release the lever to lock the The controls are on the center
seatback in place. stack. To operate, the vehicle must
be on.
3. Push and pull on the seatback
to make sure it is locked. Press L or M to heat the driver or
To return the seatback to the upright passenger seat.
position: Press the button once for the
1. Lift the lever fully without highest setting. With each press of
applying pressure to the the button, the heated seat will
seatback, and the seatback will change to the next lower setting,
return to the upright position.
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and then the off setting. Three lights Head Restraint Refer to the following sections for
indicate the highest setting and one important information on how to use
light the lowest.
Adjustment safety belts properly:
See Heated Front Seats 0 54. Do not drive until the head restraints . Safety Belts 0 57.
for all occupants are installed and
Auto Heated Seats adjusted properly. . How to Wear Safety Belts
Properly 0 58.
If equipped, the controls can be To achieve a comfortable seating
accessed while the vehicle is on by position, change the seatback . Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 59.
pressing L or M on the center recline angle as little as necessary . Lower Anchors and Tethers for
stack. while keeping the seat and the head Children (LATCH System) 0 82.
restraint height in the proper
When the vehicle is on, this feature position.
will automatically activate the Passenger Sensing
heated seats at the level required by See Head Restraints 0 51 and Seat System
the vehicle's interior temperature. Adjustment 0 52.
The active high, medium, low, or off
heated seat level will be indicated Safety Belts
by the heated seat button lights on
the center stack. Use the heated
seat buttons on the center stack to
turn auto heated seats off.
See Heated Front Seats 0 54. The passenger sensing system will
The heated seats can also be turn off the front outboard
programmed to come on during a passenger frontal airbag and knee
remote start. See Vehicle airbag under certain conditions. No
Personalization 0 141. other airbag is affected by the
passenger sensing system. See
Passenger Sensing System 0 69.
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The passenger airbag status See Power Mirrors 0 46. dimming feature comes on when the
indicator lights on the overhead When the rear window defogger is vehicle is started. See Automatic
console are visible when the vehicle activated, the heated mirrors, Dimming Rearview Mirror 0 46.
is started. See Passenger Airbag if equipped, will also come on. See
Status Indicator 0 108. Heated Mirrors 0 46. Steering Wheel
Adjustment
Mirror Adjustment Folding Mirrors
Power Mirrors Mirrors can be folded inward toward
the vehicle to prevent damage when
going through an automatic car
wash. Push the mirror outward to
return it to the original position.
Interior Mirror
Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear
view of the area behind your
vehicle.
Manual Rearview Mirror
If equipped, push the tab forward for
daytime use and pull it for nighttime To adjust the steering wheel:
use to avoid glare of the headlamps 1. Pull the lever down.
To adjust a mirror: from behind. See Manual Rearview 2. Move the steering wheel up
Mirror 0 46.
1. Press } or | to choose the or down.
driver or passenger mirror. Automatic Dimming Rearview 3. Pull or push the steering wheel
Mirror closer or away from you.
2. Press the arrows on the control
pad to move each mirror in the If equipped, the mirror will 4. Pull the lever up to lock the
desired direction. automatically reduce the glare of steering wheel in place.
headlamps from behind. The
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Do not adjust the steering wheel and the LED indicator will turn off.
while driving. The dome lamps will come on when
doors are opened.
Interior Lighting + ON/OFF : Press to turn the dome
Dome Lamps lamps on manually.
Reading Lamps
There are front and rear reading
lamps.
The rear reading lamps are in the

headliner.
Press the button near each lamp to
turn the rear reading lamps on
or off.
For more information on interior
The dome lamp controls are in the lighting, see Instrument Panel
overhead console. Illumination Control 0 153.
To operate, press the following
buttons: The front reading lamps are in the
j OFF : Press to turn off the overhead console.
dome lamps when a door is open. Press the lamp lenses to turn the
An LED indicator on the button will front reading lamps on or off.
turn on when the dome lamp
override is activated. Press j
OFF again to deactivate this feature
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Exterior Lighting See:

. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 149.
. Daytime Running Lamps
(DRL) 0 151.
Windshield Wiper/Washer
INT : Move the lever up to INT for

intermittent wipes, then turn the
The exterior lamp control is on the band up for more frequent wipes or
instrument panel to the left of the down for less frequent wipes.
steering column.
OFF : Use to turn the wipers off.
There are four positions.
1X : For a single wipe, briefly move
O : Turns the exterior lamps off. the lever down. For several wipes,
With the ignition in ACC/
AUTO : Turns the exterior lamps on hold the lever down.
ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, move
and off automatically depending on f : Pull the lever toward you to
the lever to select the wiper speed.
outside lighting. spray windshield washer fluid and
HI : Use for fast wipes.
; : Turns on the parking lamps activate the wipers.
including all lamps, except the LO : Use for slow wipes.
See Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 97.
headlamps.
5 : Turns on the headlamps
together with the parking lamps and
instrument panel lights.
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Climate Controls Vehicle Features

The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with
this system. Infotainment System
Your vehicle has an infotainment
system. See the infotainment
manual.
Steering Wheel Controls

The infotainment system can be
operated by using the steering
wheel controls. See "Steering
Wheel Controls" in the infotainment
manual.
Cruise Control
1. Manual Fan Control Knob 9. MAX Climate Mode Button
2. MAX Defrost 10. Power Button
3. Defrost/Defog 11. Air Delivery Mode Controls
4. AUTO (Automatic Operation) 12. Rear Window Defogger
5. Recirculation See Automatic Climate Control
6. eco Climate Mode Button System 0 157.
7. Temperature Control Knob

8. Driver and Passenger Heated
Seats (If Equipped)
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1 : Press to turn the cruise control Forward Collision Alert

system on and off. A white indicator (FCA) System
comes on in the instrument cluster
when cruise is turned on. If equipped, FCA may help avoid or
reduce the harm caused by
* : Press to disengage cruise front-end crashes. FCA provides a
control without erasing the set
speed from memory. green indicator, V, when a vehicle
is detected ahead. This indicator
+RES : If there is a set speed in displays amber if you follow a
memory, press to resume that vehicle much too closely. When
speed or press and hold to approaching a vehicle ahead too
accelerate. If cruise control is quickly, FCA provides a red flashing
already active, use to increase alert on the windshield and rapidly
vehicle speed. w or x : Press to go to the beeps.
SET : Press briefly to set the previous or next selection.
See Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
speed and activate cruise control. o or p : Press to move between System 0 208.
If cruise control is already active, the interactive display zones in the
use to decrease vehicle speed. cluster. Press o to go back to the Forward Automatic
See Cruise Control 0 194. previous menu. Braking (FAB)
V : Press to open a menu or select If the vehicle has Forward Collision
Driver Information a menu item. Press and hold to Alert (FCA), it also has FAB, which
Center (DIC) reset values on certain screens. includes Intelligent Brake
The DIC display is in the instrument See Instrument Cluster 0 101 and Assist (IBA). When the system
cluster. It shows the status of many Driver Information Center detects a vehicle ahead in your path
vehicle systems. (DIC) 0 130. that is traveling in the same
direction that you may be about to
crash into, it can provide a boost to
braking or automatically brake the
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vehicle. This can help avoid or Lane Change Alert (LCA) See Assistance Systems for Parking
lessen the severity of crashes when or Backing 0 204.
driving in a forward gear. If equipped, the LCA system is a
lane-changing aid that assists Rear Cross Traffic Alert
See Forward Automatic Braking drivers with avoiding lane change
(FAB) 0 210. crashes that occur with moving (RCTA) System
vehicles in the side blind zone (or If equipped, the RCTA system uses
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) spot) areas or with vehicles rapidly a triangle with an arrow displayed
If equipped, LKA may help avoid approaching these areas from on the RVC screen to warn of traffic
crashes due to unintentional lane behind. The LCA warning display behind your vehicle that may cross
departures. It may assist by gently will light up in the corresponding your vehicle's path while in
turning the steering wheel if the outside side mirror and will flash if R (Reverse). In addition, beeps will
vehicle approaches a detected lane the turn signal is on. The Side Blind sound.
marking without using a turn signal Zone Alert (SBZA) system is
included as part of the LCA system. See Assistance Systems for Parking
in that direction. It may also provide or Backing 0 204.
a Lane Departure Warning (LDW) See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
alert as the lane marking is crossed. 0 211 and Lane Change Alert
The system will not assist or alert if
Parking Assist
(LCA) 0 211.
it detects that you are actively If equipped, Rear Parking Assist
steering. Override LKA by turning Rear Vision (RPA) uses sensors on the rear
the steering wheel. LKA uses a bumper to assist with parking and
camera to detect lane markings
Camera (RVC) avoiding objects while in
between 60 km/h (37 mph) and If equipped, RVC displays a view of R (Reverse). It operates at speeds
180 km/h (112 mph). the area behind the vehicle on the less than 8 km/h (5 mph). RPA may
center stack display when the display a warning triangle on the
See Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse) to RVC screen and a graphic on the
0 213 and Lane Keep Assist
aid with parking and low-speed instrument cluster to provide the
(LKA) 0 213.
backing maneuvers. object distance. In addition, multiple
beeps may occur if very close to an
object.
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The vehicle may also have the Front Power Outlets Battery and Efficiency
Parking Assist system.
The accessory power outlets can be
See Assistance Systems for Parking used to plug in electrical equipment, High Voltage Safety
or Backing 0 204. such as a cell phone or MP3 player. Information
Automatic Parking There are two accessory power
Assist (APA)
outlets: { Warning
. In the storage area below the
If equipped, the APA system helps climate control system. Exposure to high voltage can
to search for and maneuver the cause shock, burns, and even
. On the rear of the front console death. The high voltage
vehicle into parallel or perpendicular
parking spots using automatic armrest. components in the vehicle can
steering, DIC displays, and beeps. The power outlets supply power only be serviced by technicians
When the vehicle speed is below while the vehicle is on, or if the with special training.
30 km/h (18 mph), press O to vehicle is in Retained Accessory High voltage components are
enable the system. Power (RAP). See Retained
identified by labels. Do not
Accessory Power (RAP) 0 177.
See Automatic Parking Assist remove, open, take apart,
(APA) under Assistance Systems Lift the cover to access and replace or modify these components.
for Parking or Backing 0 204. when not in use. High voltage cable or wiring has
See Power Outlets 0 99. orange covering or labels. Do not
probe, tamper with, cut, or modify
high voltage cable or wiring.
This vehicle has a high voltage

battery and a standard 12-volt
battery.
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If the vehicle is in a crash, the the vehicle be plugged in when

sensing system may shut down the Warning (Continued) temperatures are below 0 C (32 F)
high voltage system. When this and above 32 C (90 F) to
occurs, the high voltage battery is Contact Customer Assistance as maximize high voltage battery life.
disconnected and the vehicle will soon as possible to determine
whether an inspection is needed. When using a 120-volt AC electrical
not start. The SERVICE VEHICLE outlet, it will take approximately
SOON message in the Driver See Customer Assistance
Offices 0 343. 13 hours to charge the vehicle with
Information Center (DIC) will be the 12 amp AC current setting or
displayed. Before the vehicle can be 19 hours using the default 8 amp
operated again, it must be serviced See Battery - North America 0 256 AC current setting. When using a
at your dealer. for important safety information. 240-volt charging station, it will take
If an airbag has inflated, see What approximately 4.5 hours to charge
{ Warning Will You See after an Airbag the vehicle. Charge times will vary
Inflates? 0 68. with outside temperature. There are
Damage to the high voltage three ways to program how the
battery or high voltage system Only a trained service technician
with the proper knowledge and tools vehicle is charged. See
can create a risk of electric shock, Programmable Charging 0 119.
should inspect, test, or replace the
overheating, or fire.
high voltage battery. See your The charging system may run fans
If the vehicle is damaged from a dealer if the high voltage battery and pumps that result in sounds
moderate to severe crash, flood, needs service. from the vehicle while it is turned
fire, or other event, the vehicle See Battery - North America 0 256. off. Additional unexpected clicking
should be inspected as soon as sounds may be caused by the
possible. Until the vehicle has Charging electrical devices used while
been inspected, store it outside at charging.
least 15 m (50 ft) from any This section explains the process
While the charge cord is plugged
structure or anything that can for charging the high voltage battery.
into the vehicle, the vehicle cannot
burn. Ventilate the vehicle by Do not allow the vehicle to remain in
be driven.
opening a window or a door. temperature extremes for long
periods without being driven or
(Continued) plugged in. It is recommended that
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Charging
Start Charge
A portable charge cord used to
charge the vehicle high voltage
battery is stored in the left storage
compartment in the rear cargo area.
1. Place the vehicle in P (Park)
with the ignition off.
2. Push the rearward edge of the
charge port door in and release
to open the door.
3. Open the rear hatch. Open the 5. Plug in the vehicle plug of the
In cold weather conditions, ice left storage compartment door charge cord into the charge
may form around the charge and remove the charge cord. port on the vehicle. Verify that
port door. Remove ice from the The vehicle plug is stored as the charging status indicator
area before attempting to open shown. illuminates on top of the
or close the charge port door. instrument panel and an
4. Plug the charge cord into the
electrical outlet. See Electrical audible beep occurs. See
Requirements for Battery Charging Status
Charging 0 229. Verify the Feedback 0 217.
charge cord status. See 6. To arm the charge cord theft
Charge Cord 0 222. Select the alert, lock the vehicle with the
appropriate charge level using RKE transmitter. To disable this
the Charge Limit Preference feature, see Charge Cord
screen on the center stack. Theft Alert in Vehicle
See Charge Limit Selection Personalization 0 141.
under Programmable
Charging 0 119.
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22 In Brief
End Charge Important Information about . Mount the charging cord to

1. Unlock the vehicle with the Portable Electric Vehicle Charging reduce strain on the electrical
RKE transmitter to disarm the . Charging an electric vehicle can outlet/plug.
charge cord theft alert. stress a buildings electrical
system more than a typical { Danger
household appliance.
Improper use of portable electric
. Before plugging into any vehicle charge cords may cause
electrical outlet, have a qualified a fire, electrical shock, or burns,
electrician inspect and verify the and may result in damage to
electrical system (electrical
property, serious injury, or death.
outlet, wiring, junctions, and
2. Unplug the vehicle plug of the protection devices) for . Do not use extension cords,
charge cord from the vehicle. heavy-duty service at a 12 amp multi-outlet power strips,
continuous load. splitters, grounding
3. Close the charge port door by
. Electrical outlets may wear out adaptors, surge protectors,
pressing firmly on the rearward
or similar devices.
edge of the door surface. with normal usage or be
damaged over time, making . Do not use an electrical
4. Unplug the charge cord from
them unsuitable for electric outlet that is worn or
the electrical outlet.
vehicle charging. damaged, or will not hold
5. Place the charge cord into the the plug firmly in place.
. Check the electrical outlet/plug
storage compartment. . Do not use an electrical
while charging and discontinue
Charge Cord use if the electrical outlet/plug is outlet that is not properly
hot, then have the electrical grounded.
See Radio Frequency
outlet serviced by a qualified . Do not use an electrical
Statement 0 351.
electrician. outlet that is on a circuit with
. When outdoors, plug into an other electrical loads.
electrical outlet that is
weatherproof while in use.
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Charge Cord Status Indicators 2. When the READY TO REFUEL

message displays, the fuel
See Charge Cord 0 222.
door on the passenger side will
Charge Level Selection unlock. To open the fuel door,
push and release the rearward
Charge level selection can be made center edge of the door.
using the Charge Limit Preference
screen on the center stack. See 3. Turn the fuel cap
Charge Limit Selection under counterclockwise to remove.
Programmable Charging 0 119. While refueling, hang the fuel
cap tether from the hook on the
inside of the fuel door.
{ Warning Complete refueling within
Using a charge level that exceeds 1. Press the fuel door button on 30 minutes of pressing the fuel
the driver door for one second. door button on the driver door.
the electrical circuit or electrical
A WAIT TO REFUEL message If refueling after more than
outlet capacity may start a fire or
displays on the Driver 30 minutes, press the fuel door
damage the electrical circuit. Use Information Center. button again.
the lowest charge level until a
qualified electrician inspects the 4. After refueling, reinstall the fuel
electrical circuit capacity. Use the cap by turning it clockwise until
lowest charge level if the it clicks. Close the fuel door.
electrical circuit or electrical outlet See Filling the Tank 0 231.
capacity is not known.
Regenerative Braking
Fueling Regenerative braking takes some of
the energy from the moving vehicle
The fuel system on this vehicle
and turns it back into electrical
requires a refueling process to
energy. This energy is then stored in
control evaporative emissions. To
refuel the vehicle:
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24 In Brief
the high voltage battery system, Performance and and stay on in the instrument
contributing to increased energy cluster and the appropriate
efficiency. Maintenance DIC message is displayed. See
Ride Control System
Regen on Demand
Traction Control/ Messages 0 138.
This feature will slow the vehicle by Electronic Stability
recapturing energy using the
. Press and release g to turn on
steering wheel paddle. Control both systems.
See Regenerative Braking 0 190. The TCS limits wheel spin. The See Traction Control/Electronic
system turns on automatically every Stability Control 0 192.
Service time the vehicle is powered up.
The Electronic Stability Control
Tire Pressure Monitor
{ Warning system called StabiliTrak assists
with directional control of the vehicle
This vehicle may have a Tire
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
Never try to do your own service in difficult driving conditions. The
on high voltage components. You system turns on automatically every
can be injured and the vehicle time the vehicle is on.
can be damaged if you try to do . To turn off traction control, press
your own service work. Service and release g, on the center
and repair of these high voltage
components should only be console behind the shift lever. i
performed by a trained service illuminates and the appropriate The low tire pressure warning light
technician with the proper Driver Information Center (DIC) alerts to a significant loss in
message is displayed. See Ride pressure of one of the vehicle's
knowledge and tools. See Doing
Control System tires. If the warning light comes on,
Your Own Service Work 0 239.
Messages 0 138. stop as soon as possible and inflate
. To turn off both traction control the tires to the recommended
and StabiliTrak, press and pressure shown on the Tire and
hold g, until i and g come on Loading Information label. See
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Vehicle Load Limits 0 171. The Regular Fuel The oil life system should be reset
warning light will remain on until the Use only unleaded gasoline rated to 100% only following an oil
tire pressure is corrected. 87 octane or higher in your vehicle. change.
The low tire pressure warning light Do not use gasoline with an octane Resetting the Oil Life System
may come on in cool weather when rating lower as it may result in
the vehicle is first started, and then vehicle damage and lower fuel 1. Select REMAINING OIL LIFE
turn off as the vehicle is driven. This economy. See Fuel 0 230. on the DIC menu.
may be an early indicator that the 2. Press and hold V for several
tire pressures are getting low and E85 or FlexFuel seconds while the Oil Life
the tires need to be inflated to the display is active to reset the Oil
proper pressure. Life system.
The TPMS does not replace normal 3. 100% OIL LIFE will be
monthly tire maintenance. Maintain displayed when the oil life
the correct tire pressures. system is successfully reset.
See Tire Pressure Monitor The oil life system can also be reset
System 0 280. as follows:
No E85 or FlexFuel
Fuel Gasoline-ethanol fuel blends greater 1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN
than E15 (15% ethanol by volume), with the engine off.
such as E85, cannot be used in this 2. Fully press and release the
vehicle. accelerator pedal three times
within five seconds.
Engine Oil Life System See Engine Oil Life System 0 245.
The engine oil life system calculates
engine oil life based on vehicle use
and displays the CHANGE ENGINE
OIL SOON message when it is time
to change the engine oil and filter.
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Driving for Better Energy Acceleration/Braking/Coasting Use Mountain Mode prior to

climbing long, steep grades in
Efficiency Avoid unnecessary rapid
mountainous areas. Be sure to
accelerations and decelerations.
Use the following tips to help engage Mountain Mode before
maximize energy efficiency and Electric range is maximized at starting to climb. Mountain Mode
range. 80 km/h (50 mph) and below. Higher reduces electric range and power
speeds use more energy and can but may be needed to maintain
In colder temperatures, while these significantly reduce electric range. speeds or steep grades.
efficiency tips will help, the electric
vehicle driving range may be lower Use cruise control when Use Hold Mode on a trip where it is
due to higher energy usage. appropriate. expected that all of the electric
Plan ahead for decelerations and charge will be depleted. Use Hold
Driving Style Mode mainly during highway or high
coast whenever possible. For
Efficiency Gauge (Instrument example, do not rush to traffic speed driving to maximize both EV
Cluster) signals. miles and fuel efficiency.
The ball indicator should be kept Do not shift to N (Neutral) to coast. Use L (Low) in heavy stop-and-go
green and toward the center of the The vehicle recovers energy while traffic or when traveling downhill.
gauge for efficient operation. coasting and braking in D (Drive) L (Low) requires less brake pedal
or L (Low). application and provides a
Inefficient acceleration is indicated controlled, efficient way to slow the
when the ball turns yellow and Drive Mode and PRNDL Selection vehicle down.
travels above the center of the
gauge. Use Normal Mode when possible. Climate Setting
Aggressive braking is indicated Sport Mode provides more Using the heat and air conditioning
when the ball turns yellow and responsive acceleration than systems decreases the energy
travels below the center of the Normal Mode but can reduce available for electric driving.
gauge. efficiency.
Optimal energy efficiency is
achieved with the heat, air
conditioning, and fan turned off.
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Less energy is used at low fan Engine Assisted Heating, Maintenance

speeds. When using the fan: if equipped, can be personalized Always keep the tires properly
. Fan Only is the most energy while plugged in. See Engine inflated and the vehicle properly
efficient climate setting as long Assist Heat Plugged In under aligned.
Vehicle Personalization 0 141.
as 0 is not selected. The weight of excess cargo in the
In hot weather, avoid parking in vehicle affects efficiency and range.
. Use eco for moderate air direct sunlight or use sunshades
conditioning and heater Avoid carrying more than is needed.
inside the vehicle.
operation. This is the next most If fuel is not regularly used, consider
energy efficient setting as long Turn off the front and rear window keeping the fuel tank only one-third
defog/defrost when they are no
as 0 is not selected. full. Excess fuel weight impacts
longer needed. efficiency and range.
. MAX provides the most comfort Avoid driving with the windows open For fuel recommendations, see
but is the least energy efficient. at highway speeds. Fuel 0 230.
Use the auto heated seat feature
and the heated steering wheel Vehicle Charging/Maintenance Avoid unnecessary use of electrical
instead of climate settings. Heating Charging accessories. Power used for
the seat and steering wheel uses functions other than propelling the
less energy than heating the vehicle Keep the vehicle plugged in, even vehicle will reduce EV range.
interior. when fully charged, to keep the
battery temperature ready for the Using a rooftop carrier will reduce
Use remote start to heat or cool the next drive. This is important when efficiency due to additional weight
interior when the vehicle is plugged outside temperatures are extremely and drag.
in to maximize the electric range by hot or cold.
utilizing electricity from the electrical
outlet.
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28 In Brief
Roadside Assistance
Program
U.S.: 1-888-811-1926
TTY Users (U.S. Only):
1-888-889-2438
Canada: 1-800-268-6800
As the owner of a new Chevrolet,
you are automatically enrolled in the
Roadside Assistance program. This
program provides security and
convenience in the event of an
on-road failure or emergency
situation. Service is provided
24 hours a day, 365 days a year for
the duration of the vehicles
powertrain warranty.
See Roadside Assistance
Program 0 345.
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Keys, Doors, and Windows 29
Keys, Doors, and Exterior Mirrors

Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Keys and Locks
Windows Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
46
46 Keys
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Keys and Locks Interior Mirrors
{ Warning
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . 46
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Leaving children in a vehicle with
Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . 46 a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Automatic Dimming Rearview
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is dangerous and
Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 children or others could be
System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Windows seriously injured or killed. They
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 could operate the power windows
Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 or other controls or make the
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 vehicle move. The windows will
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . 40 function with the RKE transmitter
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 in the vehicle, and children or
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 others could be caught in the path
Doors of a closing window. Do not leave
Hatch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 children in a vehicle with an RKE
transmitter.
Vehicle Security
Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Vehicle Alarm System . . . . . . . . . 43
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . . . 44
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30 Keys, Doors, and Windows
To remove the key, press the button If there is a decrease in the RKE
near the bottom of the RKE operating range:
transmitter, and pull the key out. . Check the distance. The
Never pull the key out without transmitter may be too far from
pressing the button. the vehicle.
The key has a bar-coded key tag . Check the location. Other
that the dealer or qualified locksmith vehicles or objects may be
can use to make new keys. Store blocking the signal.
this information in a safe place, not
in the vehicle. . Check the transmitter's battery.
See Battery Replacement later
See your dealer if a replacement in this section.
key or an additional key is needed.
There is a key inside the Remote . If the transmitter is still not
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter that If it becomes difficult to turn the key working correctly, see your
can be used for all locks. in a vehicle lock, inspect the key dealer or a qualified technician
blade for debris. Periodically clean for service.
with a brush or pick.
If locked out of the vehicle, call Remote Keyless Entry
Roadside Assistance. See Roadside
Assistance Program 0 345. With an
(RKE) System Operation
active OnStar subscription, an The Keyless Access system allows
OnStar Advisor may remotely for vehicle entry when the
unlock the vehicle. See OnStar transmitter is within range. See
Overview 0 355. Keyless Access Operation later in
this section.
Remote Keyless Entry The RKE transmitter functions may
(RKE) System work up to 60 m (197 ft) away from
the vehicle.
See Radio Frequency
Statement 0 351.
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Other conditions, such as those For remote operating windows, / : Press and release Q and then
previously stated, can impact the pressing and holding K will open all immediately press and hold / for at
performance of the transmitter. of the vehicle's windows. See Power least four seconds to start the
Windows 0 47. This feature can be vehicle's heating or air conditioning
enabled through vehicle systems and rear window defogger
personalization. See Vehicle from outside the vehicle using the
Personalization 0 141. RKE transmitter. See Remote
Q : Press to lock all doors. The Start 0 36.
hazard warning lamps will flash Keyless Access Operation
once and the alarm system will be
armed. See Vehicle Alarm The Keyless Access system lets
System 0 43. you lock and unlock the doors and
access the hatch without removing
If the driver door is open when Q is the RKE transmitter from your
pressed, all doors lock and then the pocket, purse briefcase, etc. The
driver door will unlock if the feature RKE transmitter should be within
is enabled through vehicle 1 m (3 ft) to lock and unlock the
K : Press once to unlock the driver personalization. See Vehicle doors and access the hatch.
door or all doors depending on the Personalization 0 141.
vehicle personalization. Press a Keyless Access can be
second time within five seconds to
7 : Press and release to initiate programmed to unlock all doors on
unlock all doors. vehicle locator. The exterior lamps the first lock/unlock press from the
flash and the horn chirps three driver door. See Vehicle
See Vehicle Personalization 0 141. times. Press and hold for Personalization 0 141.
The hazard warning lamps will flash three seconds to sound the panic
twice each time the button is alarm. The horn sounds and the
pressed and the alarm system will turn signals flash for 30 seconds.
be disarmed. See Vehicle Alarm Press again to cancel the panic
System 0 43. alarm.
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Keyless Unlocking/Locking from Pressing the lock/unlock button will Passive Locking
the Driver Door cause all doors to lock if any of the The vehicle will lock several
following occur: seconds after all doors are closed if
. It has been more than the vehicle is off and at least one
five seconds since the first lock/ transmitter has been removed or
unlock button press. none remain in the vehicle.
. Two lock/unlock button presses If other electronic devices interfere
were used to unlock all doors. with the RKE transmitter signal, the
. Any vehicle door has opened vehicle may not detect the RKE
and all doors are now closed. transmitter inside the vehicle.
If passive locking is enabled, the
Keyless Unlocking/Locking from doors may lock with the RKE
Passenger Doors transmitter inside the vehicle. Do
When the doors are locked and the not leave the RKE transmitter in an
Driver Side Shown, Passenger unattended vehicle.
RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of
Doors Similar
the door handle, pressing the lock/ To customize the doors to
When the doors are locked and the unlock button on that door handle automatically lock when exiting the
RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of will unlock all doors. Pressing the vehicle, see Vehicle
the driver door handle, pressing the lock/unlock button will cause all Personalization 0 141.
lock/unlock button on the driver door doors to lock under any of the
handle will unlock the driver door. following conditions: Temporary Disable of Passive
If the lock/unlock button is pressed Locking Feature
. After the lock/unlock button was
again within five seconds, all Temporarily disable the passive
used to unlock all doors.
passenger doors will unlock. Pull locking by pressing and holding K
the door handle to unlatch the door. . After any vehicle door has
on the interior door switch with a
opened and all doors are now door open for at least four seconds,
closed. or until three chimes are heard.
Passive locking will then remain
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disabled until Q on the interior door Keyed Access transmitters, both currently
is pressed, or until the vehicle is To access a vehicle with a weak recognized and new, must be in the
turned on. transmitter battery, see Door vehicle.
Remote Left in Vehicle Alert Locks 0 39. 1. Place the two recognized
transmitter(s) in the cupholder.
When the vehicle is turned off and Programming Transmitters to
an RKE transmitter is left in the the Vehicle 2. Remove the key lock cylinder
vehicle, the horn will chirp three cap on the driver door handle.
Only RKE transmitters programmed See Door Locks 0 39. Insert
times after all doors are closed. To to this vehicle will work. If a
turn on or off Vehicle the vehicle key of the new
transmitter is lost or stolen, a transmitter into the key lock
Personalization 0 141. replacement can be purchased and cylinder on the outside of the
Remote No longer in Vehicle programmed through your dealer. driver door and turn the key
When the replacement transmitter is counterclockwise to the unlock
If the vehicle is on, with a door programmed to this vehicle, all
open, and then all doors are closed, position five times within
remaining transmitters must also be 10 seconds.
the vehicle will check for RKE reprogrammed. Any lost or stolen
transmitter(s) inside. If an RKE transmitters will no longer work The Driver Information Center
transmitter is not detected, the DIC once the new transmitter is (DIC) displays READY FOR
will display NO REMOTE programmed. Each vehicle can REMOTE #2, 3, 4 OR 5 etc.
DETECTED and the horn will chirp have up to eight transmitters
three times. matched to it.
Keyless Hatch Opening Programming with a Recognized
Press the button on the underside of Transmitter
the hatch and lift up to open if the A new transmitter can be
RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) programmed to the vehicle when
and the doors are locked. If the there are two recognized
doors are unlocked, the transmitter transmitters. To program, the vehicle
is not required to open the hatch. must be off and all of the
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When all additional transmitters The Driver Information Center

are programmed, press and (DIC) displays REMOTE
hold POWER O for 12 seconds LEARN PENDING,
to exit programming mode. PLEASE WAIT.
7. Return the key back into the 2. Wait for 10 minutes until the
transmitter. DIC displays PRESS START
BUTTON TO LEARN and then
Programming without a press POWER O on the center
Recognized Transmitter stack.
Program a new key to the vehicle The DIC display will again
when a recognized key is not
show REMOTE LEARN
available. Follow this procedure to PENDING, PLEASE WAIT.
3. Remove the rubber mat in the program up to eight transmitters.
center console storage area. Canadian regulations require that 3. Repeat Step 2 two more times.
4. Place the new RKE transmitter owners see their dealer. This After the third time, all
into the transmitter pocket. procedure will take approximately previously known transmitters
30 minutes to complete. The vehicle will no longer work with the
5. Press and hold POWER O on must be off and all transmitters to vehicle. Remaining transmitters
the center stack for be programmed must be with you. can be programmed during the
two seconds. When the next steps.
1. Remove the key lock cylinder
transmitter is programmed, the cap on the driver door handle. The DIC display should now
DIC will show that it is ready to See Door Locks 0 39. Insert show READY FOR
program the next transmitter. the vehicle key of the REMOTE #1.
6. Remove the transmitter from transmitter into the key lock
the transmitter pocket and cylinder on the outside of the
press K or Q on the driver door and turn the key to
transmitter. the unlock position five times
within 10 seconds.
To program additional
transmitters, repeat Steps 46.
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When all additional transmitters

are programmed, press and
hold POWER O for 12 seconds
to exit programming mode.
8. Return the key back into the
transmitter.
Starting the Vehicle with a Low
Transmitter Battery
If the transmitter battery is weak or
there is an interference with the
signal, the DIC may display NO
4. Remove the rubber mat in the REMOTE DETECTED or NO 2. Place the RKE transmitter into
center console storage area. REMOTE KEY WAS DETECTED the transmitter pocket.
5. Place the new transmitter into PLACE KEY IN TRANSMITTER 3. With the vehicle in P (Park) or
the transmitter pocket. POCKET THEN START YOUR N (Neutral), press the brake
VEHICLE when you try to start the pedal and POWER O on the
6. Press and hold POWER O for vehicle. The REPLACE BATTERY
two seconds. When the center stack. See Power
IN REMOTE KEY message may Button 0 175.
transmitter is programmed, the also be displayed at this time.
DIC will show that it is ready to Replace the transmitter battery as
program the next transmitter. To start the vehicle: soon as possible.
7. Remove the transmitter from 1. Open the center console
the transmitter pocket and storage area and remove the
rubber mat.
press K on the transmitter.
To program additional
transmitters, repeat Steps 57.
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Battery Replacement
Caution
When replacing the battery, do
not touch any of the circuitry on
the transmitter. Static from your
body could damage the
transmitter.
2. Separate the two halves of the 4. Remove the old battery. Do not
transmitter using a flat tool use a metal object.
inserted into the area near the 5. Insert the new battery on the
key slot. Do not use the back housing, positive side
key slot. facing down. Replace with a
CR2032 or equivalent battery.
6. Align the front and back
housing and the release button
on the side of the transmitter,
then snap the transmitter
together.
1. Press the button on the side of
the transmitter near the bottom Remote Start
and pull the key out.
This feature starts the heating or air
conditioning systems and rear
window defogger from outside the
vehicle. Use remote start to heat or
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cool the interior when the vehicle is . The rear window defogger will feature will be provided from the
plugged in to maximize the electric turn on during colder outside electrical outlet, not from the
range by utilizing electricity from the temperatures. high voltage battery.
electrical outlet. Normal operation of
the system will return after the . Selecting 1 during colder Laws in some communities may
outside temperatures before restrict the use of features that
vehicle has been turned on. remotely start the engine. For
shutting the vehicle off will help
/ : This button is on the RKE windshield clearing. example, some laws may require a
transmitter. person using the remote start
. Shutting the vehicle off in eco feature to have the vehicle in view
During remote start:
mode without 1 selected will when doing so. Check local
. The climate control system will minimize the impact to electric regulations for any requirements on
typically default to the last range. Shutting the vehicle off in remote starting of vehicles.
climate setting. If the fan is off or other modes will maximize
if eco and MAX are not selected, The RKE transmitter range may be
heating or air conditioning. less while the vehicle is running.
the air conditioning or heat will
. The engine may start to provide
turn on as needed. See Other conditions can affect the
Automatic Climate Control energy for heating and cooling, performance of the transmitter. See
System 0 157. independent of the vehicle being Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
plugged in or completely System 0 30.
. If equipped with heated seats, charged. Engine Assisted
and the vehicle personalization Heating operation, if available, Starting the Vehicle
setting is enabled, the remote can be personalized. See
start auto heated seats may also To heat or cool the passenger
Engine Assist Heat Plugged In
come on. See Heated Front compartment using remote start:
under Vehicle
Seats 0 54, and Vehicle Personalization 0 141. 1. Press and release Q on the
Personalization 0 141. RKE transmitter; the doors
. Vehicle range may decrease if
. If equipped the heated steering the vehicle is not plugged into will lock.
wheel may also come on. See an electrical outlet. If the vehicle
Heated Steering Wheel 0 96. is plugged in, much of the
2. Immediately press and hold /
until the turn signal lamps
energy needed to support this
flash, or for at least
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four seconds. Pressing / The remote start can only be Conditions in Which Remote
again during a remote start will extended once. Start May Not Work
turn the feature off. When the remote start is extended, Conditions in which a remote start
Remote start will automatically shut the second 10-minute period is may not occur include:
off after 10 minutes unless a time added on to the first 10 minutes for
. An open hood.
extension is done. a total of 20 minutes.
. The RKE transmitter is in the
While the remote start is active, the A maximum of two remote starts,
or a remote start with an extension, vehicle.
parking lamps will turn on and
remain on. are allowed between vehicle . The vehicle is not in P (Park).
operation. .
After entering the vehicle during a Vehicle propulsion system fault
The vehicle's ignition must be conditions, including an
remote start, press POWER O on
changed to ON/RUN and then back emission control system
the center stack with the brake to OFF before the remote start malfunction.
pedal applied to operate as normal. procedure can be used again. . High voltage battery fault
The remote start can be initiated conditions.
two separate times between driving. Canceling Remote Start
For each remote start, the To cancel a remote start, do any of A second remote start or extension
passenger compartment will be the following: will not occur if the fuel level is low.
heated or cooled for 10 minutes. . Aim the RKE transmitter at the During a remote start, conditions in
Extending Vehicle Run Time vehicle and press and hold / which a remote start may be
canceled include:
The vehicle run time can also be until the parking lamps turn off.
extended by another 10 minutes, . Vehicle propulsion system or
. Turn on the hazard warning
if during the first 10 minutes high voltage battery fault
flashers.
Steps 1 and 2 are repeated while conditions.
the vehicle is still running. An . Press POWER O on the center . Low engine oil pressure.
extension can be requested stack, with the brake pedal
. Engine coolant temperature that
30 seconds after starting. This applied, then press POWER O is too high.
provides a total of 20 minutes. again to turn the vehicle off.
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Door Locks Warning (Continued)

Keyless Access
{ Warning . Outsiders can easily enter

through an unlocked door
Unlocked doors can be when slowing or stopping
dangerous. the vehicle. Lock the doors
. Passengers, especially to help prevent this from
children, can easily open happening.
the doors and fall out of a
moving vehicle. The chance To lock or unlock the doors from
of being thrown out of the outside the vehicle:
vehicle in a crash is
increased if the doors are . Press Q or K on the Remote
not locked. So, all Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
The RKE transmitter must be within
passengers should wear . Use the key in the driver door. 1 m (3 ft) of the door being opened.
safety belts properly and the Press the button on the door handle
doors should be locked To lock or unlock the doors from
inside the vehicle: to open. See Keyless Access
whenever the vehicle is Operation in Remote Keyless Entry
driven. . Press Q or K on the power door (RKE) System Operation 0 30.
. Young children who get into lock switch.
unlocked vehicles may be . Push down the manual lock
unable to get out. A child
knob on the driver door to lock
can be overcome by
all doors. Push down the manual
extreme heat and can suffer
lock knob on a passenger door
permanent injuries or even
to lock only that door.
death from heat stroke.
Always lock the vehicle . Pull an interior door handle to
whenever leaving it. unlock the door. Pull the door
(Continued) handle again to unlatch it.
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Key Cylinder Access Power Door Locks The doors will lock automatically
five seconds after all doors are
closed. If a door is reopened before
that time, the five-second timer will
reset when all doors are closed
again.
Press Q on the door lock switch
again or press Q on the RKE
transmitter to lock the doors
immediately.
This feature can also be
programmed. See Vehicle
To access the key cylinder:
1. Pull the door handle to the K : Press to unlock the doors. Automatic Door Locks
open position. Q : Press to lock the doors. The doors will lock automatically
2. Insert the key into the slot on when all doors are closed, the
the bottom of the cap and pry Delayed Locking ignition is on, and the shift lever is
outward. moved out of P (Park).
This feature delays the locking of
3. Move the cap rearward and the doors until five seconds after all To unlock the doors:
remove. doors are closed. . Press K on a door.
Replace the cap by snapping on When Q is pressed on the power . Move the shift lever into
the tabs. door lock switch while the door is P (Park).
open, a chime will sound three
times indicating delayed locking is
active.
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Automatic door unlocking can be Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout Manual Safety Locks
programmed through the Driver If Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout is
Information Center (DIC). See turned on and the vehicle is off, the
Vehicle Personalization 0 141. driver door is open, and locking is
requested, all the doors will lock and
Lockout Protection only the driver door will unlock. The
If the vehicle is in ACC/ Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout feature
ACCESSORY or ON/RUN and the can be turned on or off using the
power door lock switch is pressed vehicle personalization menus. See
with the driver door open, all the Vehicle Personalization 0 141.
doors will lock and only the driver
door will unlock. Safety Locks
If the vehicle is off and locking is The rear door safety locks prevent
requested while a door is open, passengers from opening the rear
when all doors are closed the doors from inside the vehicle. The safety lock is on the inside
vehicle will check for RKE edge of the rear doors. To use the
transmitters inside. If an RKE safety lock:
transmitter is detected and the 1. Move the lever down to the
number of RKE transmitters inside lock position.
has not reduced, the driver door will
2. Close the door.
unlock and the horn will chirp three
times. 3. Do the same for the other
rear door.
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 Hatch . Adjust the climate control
the inside handle, pressing the system to a setting that
power door lock switch,
or using the Remote Keyless { Warning brings in only outside air
and set the fan speed to the
Entry (RKE) transmitter. Exhaust gases can enter the highest setting. See
2. Open the door from the vehicle if it is driven in Extended Automatic Climate Control
outside. Range Mode with the hatch open, System 0 157.
When the safety lock is enabled, or with any objects that pass For more information about
adults and older children will not be through the seal between the carbon monoxide, see Engine
able to open the rear door from the body and the hatch. Engine Exhaust 0 185.
inside. Cancel the safety locks to exhaust contains carbon
enable the doors to open from the monoxide (CO) which cannot be
To open the hatch, the vehicle must
inside. seen or smelled. It can cause be off or the shift lever must be in
To cancel the safety lock: unconsciousness and even death. P (Park).
1. Unlock the door and open it If the vehicle must be driven in
from the outside. Extended Range Mode with the
hatch open:
2. Move the lever up to unlock.
Do the same for the other door. . Do not operate in Mountain
Mode if driving with the
hatch open.
. Close all of the windows.
. Fully open the air outlets on
the instrument panel.
(Continued)
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Vehicle Security
This vehicle has theft-deterrent
features; however, they do not make
the vehicle impossible to steal.
Vehicle Alarm System

This vehicle has an anti-theft alarm
system.
Arming the Alarm System
1. Turn off the vehicle.
Press K on the RKE transmitter to Use the inside pull handle to lower
2. Lock the vehicle in one of
unlock all doors. Press the touch and close the hatch.
three ways:
pad on the underside of the hatch Keyless Access : To open the . Use the RKE transmitter.
and lift. hatch with the vehicle locked, the
RKE transmitter must be within 1 m . Use the Keyless Access
(3 ft). Press the touch pad on the system.
underside of the hatch and lift up.
See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
. With a door open, press Q
System Operation 0 30. on the center stack.
Always close the hatch before 3. After 30 seconds the alarm
driving. Do not press the touch pad system will arm. Pressing Q on
while closing the hatch; it will the RKE transmitter a second
unlatch again. time will bypass the 30-second
delay and immediately arm the
alarm system.
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The vehicle alarm system will not Disarming the Alarm System If the alarm has been activated, a
arm if the doors are locked with message will appear on the DIC.
To disarm the alarm system, or turn
the key. See Security Messages 0 139.
off the alarm if it has been activated,
If the driver door is opened without do one of the following:
first unlocking with the RKE Immobilizer
transmitter, the horn will chirp and . Press K on the RKE transmitter. See Radio Frequency
the lights will flash to indicate . Unlock the vehicle using the Statement 0 351.
pre-alarm. If the vehicle is not Keyless Access system.
started, or the door is not unlocked Immobilizer Operation
. Start the vehicle.
by pressing K on the RKE
transmitter during the 10-second To avoid setting off the alarm by This vehicle has a passive
pre-alarm, the alarm will be accident: theft-deterrent system. The system
activated. does not have to be manually
. Lock the vehicle after all armed or disarmed.
The alarm will also be activated if occupants have exited.
there is an attempt to remove the The vehicle is automatically
. Always unlock a door with the immobilized when the vehicle is
charge cord, or if a passenger door, RKE transmitter or use the
the hatch, or the hood is opened, turned off.
Keyless Access system.
without first disarming the system. The system is automatically
When the alarm is activated, the Unlocking the driver door with the disarmed when the vehicle is
turn signals flash and the horn key will not disarm the system or started with a valid RKE transmitter
sounds for about 30 seconds. The turn off the alarm. in the vehicle. The RKE transmitter
alarm system will then re-arm to How to Detect a Tamper uses electronic coding that matches
monitor for the next unauthorized Condition an immobilizer control unit in the
event. vehicle and automatically disarms
The charge cord theft alert feature If K is pressed on the transmitter the system. Only a correct
may be disabled through the vehicle and the horn chirps and the lights transmitter can be used to turn the
personalization. See Charge Cord flash three times, a previous alarm vehicle on.
Theft Alert under Vehicle occurred while the system was
Personalization 0 141. armed.
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If the engine still does not start, and Exterior Mirrors

the RKE transmitter appears
undamaged, try the other RKE
transmitter for the vehicle, or place Convex Mirrors
the RKE transmitter in the
transmitter pocket. See Remote { Warning
The security light comes on if there Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation 0 30. It may be necessary A convex mirror can make things,
is a problem with arming or
to check the fuse. See Electrical like other vehicles, look farther
disarming the theft-deterrent
system. System Overload 0 262. If the away than they really are. If you
vehicle does start, the first cut too sharply into the right lane,
This light may come on briefly when transmitter is bad. If the vehicle still you could hit a vehicle on the
the vehicle is turned on. There is a does not start the vehicle needs right. Check the inside mirror or
problem if the engine does not start service. See your dealer. glance over your shoulder before
and this light stays on. changing lanes.
Do not leave the key or device that
Turn the ignition off and try again. disarms or deactivates the vehicle
theft-deterrent system in the vehicle. The passenger side mirror is convex
shaped. A convex mirror's surface is
curved so more can be seen from
the driver seat.
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Power Mirrors Folding Mirrors Interior Mirrors

Manual Folding Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirrors
The mirrors can be folded inward
toward the vehicle to prevent Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear
damage when going through an view of the area behind the vehicle.
automatic car wash. Push the mirror Do not spray glass cleaner directly
outward to return it to the original on the mirror. Use a soft towel
position. dampened with water.
Heated Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror

The rear window defogger also If equipped with a manual rearview
heats the outside mirrors, mirror, push the tab forward for
if equipped. daytime use and pull it for nighttime
To adjust a mirror: use to avoid glare from the
K : Press to heat the outside
1. Press } or | to choose the rearview mirrors. See Rear Window headlamps from behind.
driver or passenger mirror. Defogger under Automatic Climate
Control System 0 157. Automatic Dimming
2. Press the arrows on the control
pad to move each mirror in the Rearview Mirror
desired direction. If equipped, automatic dimming
reduces the glare of headlamps
from behind. The dimming feature
comes on when the vehicle is
started.
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Windows The vehicle aerodynamics are

designed to improve fuel economy
performance. This may result in a
{ Warning pulsing sound when either rear
window is down and the front
Never leave a child, a helpless windows are up. To reduce the
adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, sound, open either a front window
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
The windows work when the vehicle
Children could be seriously is in ON/RUN, ACC/ACCESSORY,
injured or killed if caught in the or Retained Accessory Power
path of a closing window. Never (RAP). See Retained Accessory
leave the Remote Keyless Entry Power (RAP) 0 177.
(RKE) transmitter in a vehicle with
Press or pull the switch to open or
children. When there are children
close the window.
in the rear seat, use the window
lockout switch to prevent The windows will be temporarily
operation of the windows. See disabled if the window switches are
Keys 0 29. used repeatedly within a short time.
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Window Lockout engage. Briefly press or pull the The window can be closed by
same switch to stop window holding the window switch in the up
movement. position if conditions prevent it from
express closing.
Express Window Obstacle
Detection Programming the Power
The express-up feature will reverse Windows
window movement if it comes in Programming may be necessary if
contact with an object. Extreme cold the vehicle's battery has been
or ice could cause the window to disconnected or discharged. If the
auto-reverse. The window will window will not express-up follow
operate as normal after the object or these steps to program the window:
condition is removed. 1. Close all doors.
Obstacle Detection Override 2. Place the ignition in ACC/
This feature stops the rear door ACCESSORY or ON/RUN.
passenger window switches from
working.
{ Warning 3. Partially open the window to be
programmed, then close it and
Press 2 to engage the rear If obstacle detection override is
continue to pull the switch
window lockout feature. The activated, the window will not
briefly after the window has
indicator light is on when engaged. reverse automatically. You or fully closed.
others could be injured and the
Press 2 again to disengage. window could be damaged. 4. Press the power window switch
Before you use obstacle detection until the window is fully open
Window Express Movement override, make sure that all and briefly hold.
Express-down/up allows the people and obstructions are clear Remote Window Operation
windows to be opened or closed of the window path.
without holding the window switch. If equipped, this feature allows the
Press the window switch fully down windows to be opened remotely.
or pull it up, and quickly release it to If enabled in vehicle personalization,
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press and hold K on the RKE

transmitter. See Vehicle
Sun Visors
Pull the sun visor down to block

glare. Detach the sun visor from the
center mount to pivot to the side
window or, if equipped, extend
along the rod.
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50 Seats and Restraints
Seats and Airbag System

Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Securing Child Restraints (With
the Safety Belt in the
Restraints Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . . . 65
When Should an Airbag
Rear Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Securing Child Restraints (With
Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 the Safety Belt in the
Head Restraints What Makes an Airbag Front Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
How Does an Airbag
Front Seats Restrain? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 What Will You See after an
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Airbag Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Heated Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Passenger Sensing System . . . 69
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped
Rear Seats Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Adding Equipment to the
Heated Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . . . 74
Safety Belts Airbag System Check . . . . . . . . . . 75
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Replacing Airbag System Parts
How to Wear Safety Belts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Child Restraints
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Safety Belt Use During Infants and Young Children . . . . 77
Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Child Restraint Systems . . . . . . . 79
Safety Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Where to Put the Restraint . . . . . 81
Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . 62 Lower Anchors and Tethers for
Safety Belt Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Children (LATCH System) . . . . 82
Replacing Safety Belt System Replacing LATCH System Parts
Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . 62 After a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
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Seats and Restraints 51
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 To raise or lower the head restraint,
top of the restraint is at the same press the button on the side of the
Front Seats height as the top of the occupant's head restraint and pull up or push
The vehicle's front seats have head. This position reduces the the head restraint down and release
adjustable head restraints in the chance of a neck injury in a crash. the button.
outboard seating positions. Pull and push on 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 To lower the head restraint, press Front Seats

The vehicle's rear seats have the button on the top of the
seatback, and push the head
adjustable head restraints in the
restraint down. Try to move the Seat Adjustment
outboard seating positions.
head restraint after the button is
released to make sure that it is { Warning
locked in place.
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 82.
The height of the head restraint can

be adjusted. Pull the head restraint
up to raise it. Try to move the head
restraint to make sure that it is
locked in place.
To adjust the seat position:
1. Pull the handle at the front of
the seat cushion to unlock it.
2. Move the seat forward or
rearward and release the
handle.
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3. Try to move the seat back and

forth to be sure it is locked in Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued)
place.
injury to the person sitting there. For proper protection when the
Seat Height Adjuster Always push and pull on the vehicle is in motion, have the
seatbacks to be sure they are seatback upright. Then sit well
locked. back in the seat and wear the
safety belt properly.
{ Warning To recline the seatback:

Sitting in a reclined position when
the vehicle is in motion can be
dangerous. Even when buckled
up, the safety belts cannot do
their job.
The shoulder belt will not be
against your body. Instead, it will
Move the lever up or down to raise be in front of you. In a crash, you
or lower the seat. could go into it, receiving neck or
other injuries.
Reclining Seatbacks
The lap belt could go up over
your abdomen. The belt forces
{ Warning would be there, not at your pelvic 1. Lift the lever.
If either seatback is not locked, it bones. This could cause serious 2. Move the seatback to the
could move forward in a sudden internal injuries. desired position, and then
stop or crash. That could cause (Continued) release the lever to lock the
seatback in place.
(Continued)
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3. Push and pull on the seatback Heated Front Seats

to make sure it is locked.
To return the seatback to the upright
position:
{ Warning
If you cannot feel temperature
1. Lift the lever fully without
applying pressure to the change or pain to the skin, the
seatback, and the seatback seat heater may cause burns. To
returns to the upright position. reduce the risk of burns, people
with such a condition should use
2. Push and pull on the seatback care when using the seat heater,
to make sure it is locked. especially for long periods of
time. Do not place anything on
If available, the controls are on the
the seat that insulates against
center stack. To operate, the vehicle
heat, such as a blanket, cushion,
must be on.
cover, or similar item. This may
cause the seat heater to Press L or M to heat the driver or
overheat. An overheated seat passenger seat.
heater may cause a burn or may Press the button once for the
damage the seat. highest setting. With each press of
the button, the heated seat will
change to the next lower setting,
and then the off setting. Three lights
indicate the highest setting and one
Do not have a seatback reclined if light the lowest.
the vehicle is moving.
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Auto Heated Seats Remote Start Auto Heated Seats Rear Seats
If equipped, the controls can be When it is cold outside, the heated
accessed while the vehicle is on by seats turn on automatically during a Folding the Seatback
pressing L or M on the center remote vehicle start. If the vehicle
stack. has auto heated seats, the seat { Warning
heating level will automatically
When the vehicle is on, this feature change to the level required by the If either seatback is not locked, it
will automatically activate the vehicle's interior temperature when could move forward in a sudden
heated seats at the level required by the vehicle is turned on. stop or crash. That could cause
the vehicle's interior temperature. injury to the person sitting there.
The active high, medium, low, or off The indicator lights on the heated
seat buttons do not turn on during a Always push and pull on the
heated seat level will be indicated seatbacks to be sure they are
by the manual heated seat button remote start.
locked.
lights on the center stack. Use the The temperature performance of an
manual heated seat buttons on the unoccupied seat may be reduced.
center stack to turn auto heated This is normal.
seats off. { Warning
The heated seats will not turn on
If the passenger seat is unoccupied, during a remote start unless the A safety belt that is improperly
the auto heated seats feature will heated seats feature is enabled in routed, not properly attached,
not activate that seat. the vehicle personalization menu. or twisted will not provide the
The auto heated seats feature can See Vehicle Personalization 0 141. protection needed in a crash. The
be programmed to always be person wearing the belt could be
enabled when the vehicle is on. See seriously injured. After raising the
Vehicle Personalization 0 141. 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 fold the seatback down: 1. Pull the seatback release lever To raise the seatback:
to unlock the seatback.
Caution A tab near the lever raises
when the seatback is unlocked.
Folding a rear seat with the safety
belts still fastened may cause 2. Fold the seatback forward.
damage to the seat or the safety Raising the Seatback
belts. Always unbuckle the safety
belts and return them to their
Caution
normal stowed position before
folding a rear seat. Damage to the safety belt or
seatback locking mechanism can
occur if the safety belt is caught
between the rear seatback and
1. The safety belt should not
the seatback locking mechanism.
cross the seatback locking
The safety belt must be out of the
mechanism when raising the
way when the rear seat is raised seatback.
to the upright, locked position.
If the safety belt is damaged, see 2. Raise the seatback and push it
your dealer and have it replaced. rearward to lock it into place.
A tab near the seatback
release lever retracts when the
seatback is locked.
3. Push and pull the top of the
seatback to be sure it is locked
into position.
Keep the seat in the upright, locked
position when not in use.
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Heated Rear Seats Safety Belts

This section of the manual
{ Warning describes how to use safety belts
properly, and some things not to do.
If you cannot feel temperature
change or pain to the skin, the
seat heater may cause burns. To { Warning
reduce the risk of burns, people
Do not let anyone ride where a
with such a condition should use
safety belt cannot be worn
care when using the seat heater,
properly. In a crash, if you or your
especially for long periods of
passenger(s) are not wearing
time. Do not place anything on
If equipped, the rear heated seat safety belts, injuries can be much
the seat that insulates against
buttons are on the rear of the center worse than if you are wearing
heat, such as a blanket, cushion,
console. safety belts. You can be seriously
cover, or similar item. This may
injured or killed by hitting things
cause the seat heater to Press M or L to heat the left inside the vehicle harder or by
overheat. An overheated seat outboard or right outboard seat being ejected from the vehicle. In
heater may cause a burn or may cushion. addition, anyone who is not
damage the seat.
buckled up can strike other
passengers in the vehicle.
It is extremely dangerous to ride
in a cargo area, inside or outside
of a vehicle. In a collision,
passengers riding in these areas
are more likely to be seriously
injured or killed. Do not allow
(Continued)
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When riding in a vehicle, you travel Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why

Warning (Continued) as fast as the vehicle does. If the should I have to wear safety
vehicle stops suddenly, you keep belts?
passengers to ride in any area of going until something stops you.
the vehicle that is not equipped A: Airbags are supplemental
It could be the windshield, the systems only. They work with
with seats and safety belts. instrument panel, or the safety belts! safety belts not instead of
Always wear a safety belt, and When you wear a safety belt, you them. Whether or not an airbag
check that all passenger(s) are and the vehicle slow down together. is provided, all occupants still
restrained properly too. There is more time to stop because have to buckle up to get the
you stop over a longer distance and, most protection.
This vehicle has indicators as a when worn properly, your strongest Also, in nearly all states and in
reminder to buckle the safety belts. bones take the forces from the all Canadian provinces, the law
See Safety Belt Reminders 0 107. safety belts. That is why wearing requires wearing safety belts.
safety belts makes such good
Why Safety Belts Work sense. How to Wear Safety Belts
Questions and Answers About Properly
Safety Belts
This section is only for people of
Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle adult size.
after a crash if I am wearing a
There are special things to know
safety belt?
about safety belts and children. And
A: You could be whether you are there are different rules for smaller
wearing a safety belt or not. children and infants. If a child will be
Your chance of being conscious riding in the vehicle, see Older
during and after a crash, so you Children 0 75 or Infants and Young
can unbuckle and get out, is Children 0 77. Follow those rules for
much greater if you are belted. everyone's protection.
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It is very important for all occupants pelvic bones and you would be Lap-Shoulder Belt
to buckle up. Statistics show that less likely to slide under the lap
unbelted people are hurt more often belt. If you slid under it, the belt All seating positions in the vehicle
in crashes than those who are would apply force on your have a lap-shoulder belt.
wearing safety belts. abdomen. This could cause The following instructions explain
There are important things to know serious or even fatal injuries. how to wear a lap-shoulder belt
about wearing a safety belt properly. . Wear the shoulder belt over the properly.
shoulder and across the chest. 1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is
These parts of the body are best adjustable, so you can sit up
able to take belt restraining straight. To see how, see
forces. The shoulder belt locks if Seats in the Index.
there is a sudden stop or crash.
{ Warning
You can be seriously injured,
or even killed, by not wearing
your safety belt properly.
. Never allow the lap or
shoulder belt to become
. Sit up straight and always keep loose or twisted.
your feet on the floor in front
of you. . Never wear the shoulder
belt under both arms or
. Always use the correct buckle behind your back.
for your seating position. 2. Pick up the latch plate and pull
. Never route the lap or the belt across you. Do not let
. Wear the lap part of the belt low shoulder belt over an
and snug on the hips, just it get twisted.
armrest.
touching the thighs. In a crash,
this applies force to the strong
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The lap-shoulder belt may lock

if you pull the belt across you
very quickly. If this happens, let
the belt go back slightly to
unlock it. Then pull the belt
across you more slowly.
If the shoulder portion of a
passenger belt is pulled out all
the way, the child restraint
locking feature may be
engaged. If this happens, let
the belt go back all the way
and start again. 3. Push the latch plate into the 4. To make the lap part tight, pull
buckle until it clicks. up on the shoulder belt.
Pull up on the latch plate to
make sure it is secure. If the
belt is not long enough, see
Safety Belt Extender 0 62.
Position the release button on
the buckle so that the safety
belt could be quickly unbuckled
if necessary.
If the webbing locks in the latch

plate before it reaches the
buckle, tilt the latch plate to flat
to unlock.
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To unlatch the belt, push the button They can help tighten the safety
on the buckle. The belt should belts during the early stages of a
return to its stowed position. moderate to severe frontal, near
Always stow the safety belt slowly. frontal, or rear crash if the threshold
If the safety belt webbing returns conditions for pretensioner
quickly to the stowed position, the activation are met. Safety belt
retractor may lock and cannot be pretensioners can also help tighten
pulled out. If this happens, pull the the safety belts in a side crash or a
safety belt straight out firmly to rollover event.
unlock the webbing, and then Pretensioners work only once. If the
release it. If the webbing is still pretensioners activate in a crash,
locked in the retractor, see your they need to be replaced, and other
dealer. new parts for the vehicle's safety A pregnant woman should wear a
Before a door is closed, be sure the belt system may be required. See lap-shoulder belt, and the lap
safety belt is out of the way. If a Replacing Safety Belt System Parts portion should be worn as low as
door is slammed against a safety after a Crash 0 62. possible, below the rounding,
belt, damage can occur to both the throughout the pregnancy.
safety belt and the vehicle. Safety Belt Use During The best way to protect the fetus is
Pregnancy to protect the mother. When a safety
Safety Belt Pretensioners
Safety belts work for everyone, belt is worn properly, it is more likely
This vehicle has safety belt including pregnant women. Like all that the fetus will not be hurt in a
pretensioners for front outboard occupants, they are more likely to crash. For pregnant women, as for
occupants. Although the safety belt be seriously injured if they do not anyone, the key to making safety
pretensioners cannot be seen, they wear safety belts. belts effective is wearing them
are part of the safety belt assembly. properly.
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Safety Belt Extender safety belts may not protect you in a Replacing Safety Belt
crash. They can rip apart under
If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten impact forces. If a belt is torn or
System Parts after a
around you, you should use it. frayed, get a new one right away. Crash
But if a safety belt is not long Make sure the safety belt reminder
enough, your dealer will order you light is working. See Safety Belt { Warning
an extender. When you go in to Reminders 0 107.
order it, take the heaviest coat you A crash can damage the safety
will wear, so the extender will be Keep safety belts clean and dry. belt system in the vehicle.
long enough for you. To help avoid See Safety Belt Care 0 62. A damaged safety belt system
personal injury, do not let someone may not properly protect the
else use it, and use it only for the Safety Belt Care person using it, resulting in
seat it is made to fit. The extender Keep belts clean and dry. serious injury or even death in a
has been designed for adults. Never crash. To help make sure the
use it for securing child seats. To
wear it, attach it to the regular safety { Warning safety belt systems are working
properly after a crash, have them
belt. For more information, see the Do not bleach or dye safety belt inspected and any necessary
instruction sheet that comes with replacements made as soon as
webbing. It may severely weaken
the extender. possible.
the webbing. In a crash, they
might not be able to provide
Safety System Check adequate protection. Clean and After a minor crash, replacement of
Now and then, check that the safety rinse safety belt webbing only safety belts may not be necessary.
belt reminder light, safety belts, with mild soap and lukewarm But the safety belt assemblies that
buckles, latch plates, retractors, and water. Allow the webbing to dry. were used during any crash may
anchorages are all working properly. have been stressed or damaged.
Look for any other loose or See your dealer to have the safety
damaged safety belt system parts belt assemblies inspected or
that might keep a safety belt system replaced.
from doing its job. See your dealer
to have it repaired. Torn or frayed
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New parts and repairs may be Airbag System All vehicle airbags have the word
necessary even if the safety belt AIRBAG on the trim or on a label
system was not being used at the The vehicle has the following near the deployment opening.
time of the crash. airbags:
For frontal airbags, the word
Have the safety belt pretensioners . A frontal airbag for the driver. AIRBAG is on the center of the
checked if the vehicle has been in a . A frontal airbag for the front steering wheel for the driver and on
crash, or if the airbag readiness light outboard passenger. the instrument panel for the front
stays on after you start the vehicle outboard passenger.
or while you are driving. See Airbag . A knee airbag for the driver.
For knee airbags, the word AIRBAG
Readiness Light 0 108. . A knee airbag for the front is on the lower part of the
outboard passenger. instrument panel.
. A seat-mounted side impact For seat-mounted side impact
airbag for the driver. airbags, the word AIRBAG is on the
. A seat-mounted side impact side of the seatback closest to
airbag for the front outboard the door.
passenger. For roof-rail airbags, the word
. Seat-mounted side impact AIRBAG is on the ceiling or trim.
airbags for the second row Airbags are designed to supplement
outboard passengers. the protection provided by safety
. A roof-rail airbag for the driver belts. Even though today's airbags
and the passenger seated are also designed to help reduce
directly behind the driver. the risk of injury from the force of an
inflating bag, all airbags must inflate
. A roof-rail airbag for the front very quickly to do their job.
outboard passenger and the
passenger seated directly Here are the most important things
behind the front outboard to know about the airbag system:
passenger.
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{ Warning { Warning { Warning

You can be severely injured or Because airbags inflate with great Children who are up against,
killed in a crash if you are not force and faster than the blink of or very close to, any airbag when
wearing your safety belt, even an eye, anyone who is up it inflates can be seriously injured
with airbags. Airbags are against, or very close to any or killed. Always secure children
designed to work with safety airbag when it inflates can be properly in the vehicle. To read
belts, not replace them. Also, seriously injured or killed. Do not how, see Older Children 0 75 or
airbags are not designed to inflate sit unnecessarily close to any Infants and Young Children 0 77.
in every crash. In some crashes airbag, as you would be if sitting
safety belts are the only restraint. on the edge of the seat or leaning
See When Should an Airbag forward. Safety belts help keep
Inflate? 0 66. you in position before and during
Wearing your safety belt during a a crash. Always wear a safety
crash helps reduce the chance of belt, even with airbags. The driver
hitting things inside the vehicle or should sit as far back as possible
being ejected from it. Airbags are while still maintaining control of
supplemental restraints to the the vehicle. The safety belts and There is an airbag readiness light
the front outboard passenger on the instrument cluster, which
safety belts. Everyone in the
airbags are most effective when shows the airbag symbol. The
vehicle should wear a safety belt
you are sitting well back and system checks the airbag electrical
properly, whether or not there is system for malfunctions. The light
an airbag for that person. upright in the seat with both feet
on the floor. tells you if there is an electrical
problem. See Airbag Readiness
Occupants should not lean on or Light 0 108 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 is below the Driver Side Shown, Passenger
steering column. The front outboard Side Similar
The driver frontal airbag is in the passenger knee airbag is below the The driver and front outboard
center of the steering wheel. glove box. passenger seat-mounted side
impact airbags are in the sides of
The front outboard passenger
the seatbacks closest to the door.
frontal airbag is in the passenger
side instrument panel.
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Warning (Continued)
clear. Do not put anything
between an occupant and an
airbag, and do not attach or put
anything on the steering wheel
hub or on or near any other
airbag covering.
Do not use seat accessories that
block the inflation path of a
seat-mounted side impact airbag.
Driver Side Shown, Passenger Rear Seat Driver Side Shown,
Never secure anything to the roof
Side Similar Passenger Side Similar
of a vehicle with roof-rail airbags
The roof-rail airbags for the driver, On vehicles with second row by routing a rope or tiedown
front outboard passenger, and seat-mounted side impact airbags, through any door or window
second row outboard passengers they are in the sides of the rear opening. If you do, the path of an
are in the ceiling above the side seatback closest to the door. inflating roof-rail airbag will be
windows. blocked.
{ Warning
If something is between an When Should an Airbag
occupant and an airbag, the Inflate?
airbag might not inflate properly
or it might force the object into This vehicle is equipped with
that person causing severe injury airbags. See Airbag System 0 63.
Airbags are designed to inflate if the
or even death. The path of an
impact exceeds the specific airbag
inflating airbag must be kept
systems deployment threshold.
(Continued) Deployment thresholds are used to
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predict how severe a crash is likely Frontal airbags are not intended to of the impact. In addition, these
to be in time for the airbags to inflate during vehicle rollovers, in roof-rail airbags are designed to
inflate and help restrain the rear impacts, or in many side inflate during a rollover or in a
occupants. The vehicle has impacts. severe frontal impact. Roof-rail
electronic sensors that help the In addition, the vehicle has airbags are not designed to inflate in
airbag system determine the advanced technology frontal rear impacts. Both roof-rail airbags
severity of the impact. Deployment airbags. Advanced technology will inflate when either side of the
thresholds can vary with specific frontal airbags adjust the restraint vehicle is struck or if the sensing
vehicle design. according to crash severity. system predicts that the vehicle is
Frontal airbags are designed to about to roll over on its side, or in a
Knee airbags are designed to inflate severe frontal impact.
inflate in moderate to severe frontal in moderate to severe frontal or
or near frontal crashes to help near frontal impacts. Knee airbags In any particular crash, no one can
reduce the potential for severe are not designed to inflate during say whether an airbag should have
injuries, mainly to the driver's or vehicle rollovers, in rear impacts, inflated simply because of the
front outboard passenger's head or in many side impacts. vehicle damage or repair costs.
and chest.
Seat-mounted side impact airbags What Makes an Airbag
Whether the frontal airbags will or are designed to inflate in moderate
should inflate is not based primarily to severe side crashes depending Inflate?
on how fast the vehicle is traveling. on the location of the impact. In a deployment event, the sensing
It depends on what you hit, the Seat-mounted side impact airbags system sends an electrical signal
direction of the impact, and how are not designed to inflate in frontal triggering a release of gas from the
quickly the vehicle slows down. impacts, near frontal impacts, inflator. Gas from the inflator fills the
Frontal airbags may inflate at rollovers, or rear impacts. airbag causing the bag to break out
different crash speeds depending on A seat-mounted side impact airbag of the cover. The inflator, the airbag,
whether the vehicle hits an object is designed to inflate on the side of and related hardware are all part of
straight on or at an angle, and the vehicle that is struck. the airbag module.
whether the object is fixed or Roof-rail airbags are designed to For airbag locations, see Where Are
moving, rigid or deformable, narrow inflate in moderate to severe side the Airbags? 0 65.
or wide. crashes depending on the location
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How Does an Airbag But airbags would not help in many prevent the driver from seeing out of
types of collisions, primarily the windshield or being able to steer
Restrain? because the occupant's motion is the vehicle, nor does it prevent
In moderate to severe frontal or not toward those airbags. See When people from leaving the vehicle.
near frontal collisions, even belted Should an Airbag Inflate? 0 66.
occupants can contact the steering
wheel or the instrument panel. In
Airbags should never be regarded { Warning
as anything more than a supplement
moderate to severe side collisions, to safety belts. When an airbag inflates, there
even belted occupants can contact may be dust in the air. This dust
the inside of the vehicle. could cause breathing problems
What Will You See after
Airbags supplement the protection for people with a history of
provided by safety belts by
an Airbag Inflates? asthma or other breathing trouble.
distributing the force of the impact After frontal, knee, and To avoid this, everyone in the
more evenly over the seat-mounted side impact airbags vehicle should get out as soon as
occupant's body. inflate, they quickly deflate, so it is safe to do so. If you have
quickly that some people may not breathing problems but cannot
Rollover capable roof-rail airbags
even realize an airbag inflated. get out of the vehicle after an
are designed to help contain the
Roof-rail airbags may still be at least airbag inflates, then get fresh air
head and chest of occupants in the
partially inflated for some time after by opening a window or a door.
outboard seating positions in the
they inflate. Some components of If you experience breathing
first and second rows. The rollover
the airbag module may be hot for problems following an airbag
capable roof-rail airbags are
several minutes. For location of the deployment, you should seek
designed to help reduce the risk of
airbags, see Where Are the
full or partial ejection in rollover medical attention.
Airbags? 0 65.
events, although no system can
prevent all such ejections. 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
but not too hot to touch. There may
on the interior lamps, turn on the
be some smoke and dust coming
hazard warning flashers, and shut
from the vents in the deflated
off the fuel system after the airbags
airbags. Airbag inflation does not
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inflate. The feature may also voltage system. When this occurs, . The vehicle has a crash sensing
activate, without airbag inflation, the high voltage battery is and diagnostic module which
after an event that exceeds a disconnected and the vehicle will records information after a
predetermined threshold. You can not start. The SERVICE VEHICLE crash. See Vehicle Data
lock the doors, turn off the interior SOON message in the Driver Recording and Privacy 0 353
lamps, and turn off the hazard Information Center (DIC) will be and Event Data
warning flashers by using the displayed. Before the vehicle can be Recorders 0 353.
controls for those features. operated again, it must be serviced . Let only qualified technicians
at your dealer. work on the airbag systems.
{ Warning In many crashes severe enough to Improper service can mean that
inflate the airbag, windshields are an airbag system will not work
A crash severe enough to inflate broken by vehicle deformation. properly. See your dealer for
the airbags may have also Additional windshield breakage may service.
damaged important functions in also occur from the front outboard
the vehicle, such as the fuel passenger airbag. Passenger Sensing
system, brake and steering
systems, etc. Even if the vehicle
. Airbags are designed to inflate System
only once. After an airbag
appears to be drivable after a The vehicle has a passenger
inflates, you will need some new
moderate crash, there may be sensing system for the front
parts for the airbag system.
concealed damage that could outboard passenger position. The
If you do not get them, the
make it difficult to safely operate passenger airbag status indicator
airbag system will not be there
the vehicle. will light on the overhead console
to help protect you in another
when the vehicle is started.
Use caution if you should attempt crash. A new system will include
to restart the engine after a crash airbag modules and possibly
has occurred. other parts. The service manual
for the vehicle covers the need
to replace other parts.
If an airbag inflates or the vehicle
has been in a crash, the sensing
system may shut down the high
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The words ON and OFF will be Never put a rear-facing child seat in
visible during the system check. the front. This is because the risk to Warning (Continued)
When the system check is the rear-facing child is so great,
complete, either the word ON or if the airbag inflates. Never put a rear-facing child
OFF will be visible. See Passenger restraint in the front seat, even if
the airbag is off. If securing a
Airbag Status Indicator 0 108. { Warning forward-facing child restraint in
The passenger sensing system the front outboard passenger
turns off the front outboard A child in a rear-facing child
restraint can be seriously injured seat, always move the seat as far
passenger frontal airbag and knee
or killed if the passenger frontal back as it will go. It is better to
airbag, under certain conditions. No
airbag inflates. This is because secure child restraints in the rear
other airbag is affected by the
passenger sensing system. the back of the rear-facing child seat. Consider using another
restraint would be very close to vehicle to transport the child
The passenger sensing system when a rear seat is not available.
the inflating airbag. A child in a
works with sensors that are part of
the front outboard passenger seat. forward-facing child restraint can
The sensors are designed to detect be seriously injured or killed if the The passenger sensing system is
the presence of a properly seated passenger frontal airbag inflates designed to turn off the front
occupant and determine if the front and the passenger seat is in a outboard passenger airbag and
outboard passenger frontal airbag forward position. knee airbag if:
and knee airbag should be allowed Even if the passenger sensing . The front outboard passenger
to inflate or not. system has turned off the front seat is unoccupied.
According to accident statistics, outboard passenger airbag(s), no . The system determines that an
children are safer when properly system is fail-safe. No one can infant is present in a child
secured in a rear seat in a correct guarantee that an airbag will not restraint.
child restraint for their weight deploy under some unusual . A front outboard passenger
and size. circumstance, even though the
takes his/her weight off of the
Whenever possible, children aged airbag(s) are off. seat for a period of time.
12 and under should be secured in (Continued)
a rear seating position.
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. There is a critical problem with depending upon the persons in a child restraint. If a child restraint
the airbag system or the seating posture and body build. has been installed and the on
passenger sensing system. Everyone in the vehicle who has indicator is lit:
When the passenger sensing outgrown child restraints should 1. Turn the vehicle off.
system has turned off the front wear a safety belt properly
whether or not there is an airbag for 2. Remove the child restraint from
outboard passenger frontal airbag the vehicle.
and knee airbag, the off indicator that person.
will light and stay lit to remind you 3. Remove any additional items
that the airbags are off. See { Warning from the seat such as blankets,
Passenger Airbag Status cushions, seat covers, seat
Indicator 0 108. If the airbag readiness light ever heaters, or seat massagers.
comes on and stays on, it means
The passenger sensing system is 4. Reinstall the child restraint
that something may be wrong
designed to turn on the front following the directions
with the airbag system. To help
outboard passenger frontal airbag provided by the child restraint
avoid injury to yourself or others, manufacturer and refer to
and knee airbag anytime the system
have the vehicle serviced right Securing Child Restraints (With
senses that a person of adult size is
away. See Airbag Readiness the Safety Belt in the Front
sitting properly in the front outboard
passenger seat. Light 0 108 for more information, Seat) 0 90 or Securing Child
including important safety Restraints (With the Safety Belt
When the passenger sensing information. in the Rear Seat) 0 88.
system has allowed the airbags to
be enabled, the on indicator will light 5. If, after reinstalling the child
and stay lit as a reminder that the If the On Indicator Is Lit for a restraint and restarting the
airbags are active. Child Restraint vehicle, the on indicator is still
lit, turn the vehicle off. Then
For some children, including The passenger sensing system is
slightly recline the vehicle
children in child restraints, and for designed to turn off the front
seatback and adjust the seat
very small adults, the passenger outboard passenger frontal airbag
cushion, if adjustable, to make
sensing system may or may not turn and knee airbag if the system
off the front outboard passenger determines that an infant is present
frontal airbag and knee airbag,
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sure that the vehicle seatback If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an massagers. Also, remove
is not pushing the child Adult-Sized Occupant laptops, or other electronic
restraint into the seat cushion. devices.
Also make sure the child 3. Place the seatback in the fully
restraint is not trapped under upright position.
the vehicle head restraint. 4. Have the person sit upright in
If this happens, adjust the head the seat, centered on the seat
restraint. See Head cushion, with legs comfortably
Restraints 0 51. extended.
6. Restart the vehicle. 5. Restart the vehicle and have
The passenger sensing system the person remain in this
may or may not turn off the position for two to
airbags for a child in a child three minutes after the on
restraint depending upon the indicator is lit.
childs size. It is better to
If a person of adult size is sitting in
secure the child restraint in a
rear seat. Never put a
the front outboard passenger seat, { Warning
but the off indicator is lit, it could be
rear-facing child restraint in the If the front outboard passenger
because that person is not sitting
front seat, even if the on airbag is turned off for an
properly in the seat. Use the
indicator is not lit. adult-sized occupant, the airbag
following steps to allow the system
to detect that person and enable the will not be able to inflate and help
front outboard passenger frontal protect that person in a crash,
airbag and knee airbag: resulting in an increased risk of
serious injury or even death. An
1. Turn the vehicle off.
adult-sized occupant should not
2. Remove any additional material ride in the front outboard
from the seat, such as passenger seat, if the passenger
blankets, cushions, seat airbag off indicator is lit.
covers, seat heaters, or seat
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Additional Factors Affecting A wet seat can affect the occupy the seat. See Airbag
System Operation performance of the passenger Readiness Light 0 108 for important
sensing system. Here is how: safety information.
Safety belts help keep the
passenger in position on the seat . The passenger sensing system The on indicator may be lit if an
during vehicle maneuvers and may turn off the passenger object, such as a briefcase,
braking, which helps the passenger frontal airbag and passenger handbag, grocery bag, laptop,
sensing system maintain the knee airbag when liquid is or other electronic device, is put on
passenger airbag status. See soaked into the seat. If this an unoccupied seat. If this is not
Safety Belts and Child Restraints happens, the off indicator will be desired, remove the object from
in the Index for additional lit, and the airbag readiness light the seat.
information about the importance of on the instrument panel will also
proper restraint use. be lit. { Warning
A thick layer of additional material, . Liquid pooled on the seat that
has not soaked in may make it Stowing of articles under the
such as a blanket or cushion,
more likely that the passenger passenger seat or between the
or aftermarket equipment such as
seat covers, seat heaters, and seat sensing system will turn on the passenger seat cushion and
massagers can affect how well the passenger frontal airbag and seatback may interfere with the
passenger sensing system passenger knee airbag while a proper operation of the passenger
operates. We recommend that you child restraint or child occupant sensing system.
not use seat covers or other is on the seat. If the passenger
aftermarket equipment except when frontal airbag and passenger
approved by GM for your specific knee airbag are turned on, the Servicing the
vehicle. See Adding Equipment to on indicator will be lit. Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 74 If the passenger seat gets wet, dry Airbags affect how the vehicle
for more information about the seat immediately. If the airbag should be serviced. There are parts
modifications that can affect how readiness light is lit, do not install a of the airbag system in several
the system operates. child restraint or allow anyone to places around the vehicle. Your
dealer and the service manual have
information about servicing the
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vehicle and the airbag system. To The operation of the airbag system passenger sensing system. This
purchase a service manual, see can also be affected by changing could either prevent proper
Service Publications Ordering any parts of the front seats, safety deployment of the passenger
Information 0 350. belts, airbag sensing and diagnostic airbag(s) or prevent the passenger
module, steering wheel, instrument sensing system from properly
{ Warning panel, any of the airbag modules,
ceiling or pillar garnish trim,
turning off the passenger airbag(s).
See Passenger Sensing
For up to 10 seconds after the overhead console, front sensors, System 0 69.
vehicle is turned off and the 12 side impact sensors, rollover sensor If the vehicle has rollover roof-rail
volt battery is disconnected, an module, or airbag wiring. airbags, see Different Size Tires
airbag can still inflate during Your dealer and the service manual and Wheels 0 287 for additional
improper service. You can be have information about the location important information.
injured if you are close to an of the airbag sensors, sensing and If you have to modify your vehicle
airbag when it inflates. Avoid diagnostic module, and airbag because you have a disability and
yellow connectors. They are wiring. you have questions about whether
probably part of the airbag In addition, the vehicle has a the modifications will affect the
system. Be sure to follow proper passenger sensing system that vehicle's airbag system, or if you
service procedures, and make includes sensors as part of the front have questions about whether the
sure the person performing work outboard passenger seat. The airbag system will be affected if the
for you is qualified to do so. passenger sensing system may not vehicle is modified for any other
operate properly if the original seat reason, call Customer Assistance.
trim is replaced with non-GM See Customer Assistance
Adding Equipment to the covers, upholstery, or trim; or with Offices 0 343.
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle GM covers, upholstery, or trim
Adding accessories that change the designed for a different vehicle. Any
vehicle's frame, bumper system, object, such as an aftermarket seat
height, front end, or side sheet heater or a comfort-enhancing pad
metal may keep the airbag system or device, installed under or on top
from working properly. of the seat fabric, could also
interfere with the operation of the
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Airbag System Check Replacing Airbag System Child Restraints

The airbag system does not need Parts after a Crash
regularly scheduled maintenance or Older Children
replacement. Make sure the airbag
readiness light is working. See
{ Warning
Airbag Readiness Light 0 108. A crash can damage the airbag
systems in the vehicle.
Caution A damaged airbag system may
not work properly and may not
If an airbag covering is damaged, protect you and your
opened, or broken, the airbag passenger(s) in a crash, resulting
may not work properly. Do not in serious injury or even death. To
open or break the airbag help make sure the airbag
coverings. If there are any systems are working properly
opened or broken airbag after a crash, have them
coverings, have the airbag inspected and any necessary
covering and/or airbag module replacements made as soon as Older children who have outgrown
replaced. For the location of the possible. booster seats should wear the
airbags, see Where Are the vehicle safety belts.
Airbags? 0 65. See your dealer
If an airbag inflates, you will need to
for service. replace airbag system parts. See
your dealer for service.
If the airbag readiness light stays on
after the vehicle is started or comes
on when you are driving, the airbag
system may not work properly. Have
the vehicle serviced right away. See
Airbag Readiness Light 0 108.
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The manufacturer's instructions that belt should not cross the face or
come with the booster seat state the neck. The lap belt should fit Warning (Continued)
weight and height limitations for that snugly below the hips, just
booster. Use a booster seat with a touching the top of the thighs. seriously injured. A safety belt
lap-shoulder belt until the child This applies belt force to the must be used by only one person
passes the fit test below: child's pelvic bones in a crash. at a time.
. Sit all the way back on the seat. It should never be worn over the
Do the knees bend at the seat abdomen, which could cause
edge? If yes, continue. If no, severe or even fatal internal
return to the booster seat. injuries in a crash.
. Buckle the lap-shoulder belt. According to accident statistics,
Does the shoulder belt rest on children are safer when properly
the shoulder? If yes, continue. restrained in a rear seating position.
If no, return to the booster seat. In a crash, children who are not
. Does the lap belt fit low and buckled up can strike other people
snug on the hips, touching the who are buckled up, or can be
thighs? If yes, continue. If no, thrown out of the vehicle. Older
return to the booster seat. children need to use safety belts
properly.
. Can proper safety belt fit be
maintained for the length of the
trip? If yes, continue. If no,
{ Warning { Warning
return to the booster seat. Never allow more than one child Never allow a child to wear the
Q: What is the proper way to to wear the same safety belt. The safety belt with the shoulder belt
wear safety belts? safety belt cannot properly spread behind their back. A child can be
the impact forces. In a crash, they seriously injured by not wearing
A: An older child should wear a the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a
lap-shoulder belt and get the can be crushed together and
(Continued) crash, the child would not be
additional restraint a shoulder
belt can provide. The shoulder (Continued)
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Warning (Continued)
Infants and Young Warning (Continued)
Children
restrained by the shoulder belt. Everyone in a vehicle needs wrapped around a childs neck.
The child could move too far protection! This includes infants and If the shoulder belt is locked and
forward increasing the chance of all other children. Neither the tightened around a childs neck,
head and neck injury. The child distance traveled nor the age and the only way to loosen the belt is
might also slide under the lap size of the traveler changes the to cut it.
belt. The belt force would then be need, for everyone, to use safety Never leave children unattended
applied right on the abdomen. restraints. In fact, the law in every in a vehicle and never allow
That could cause serious or fatal state in the United States and in children to play with the safety
injuries. The shoulder belt should every Canadian province says belts.
go over the shoulder and across children up to some age must be
the chest. restrained while in a vehicle.
Every time infants and young
{ Warning children ride in vehicles, they should
have the protection provided by
Children can be seriously injured appropriate child restraints. Neither
or strangled if a shoulder belt is the vehicle's safety belt system nor
wrapped around their neck. The its airbag system is designed
shoulder belt can tighten but for them.
cannot be loosened if it is locked. Children who are not restrained
The shoulder belt locks when it is properly can strike other people,
pulled all the way out of the or can be thrown out of the vehicle.
retractor. It unlocks when the
shoulder belt is allowed to go all
the way back into the retractor,
but it cannot do this if it is
(Continued)
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{ Warning { Warning
Never hold an infant or a child Children who are up against,
while riding in a vehicle. Due to or very close to, any airbag when
crash forces, an infant or a child it inflates can be seriously injured
will become so heavy it is not or killed. Never put a rear-facing
possible to hold it during a crash. child restraint in the front
For example, in a crash at only outboard seat. Secure a
40 km/h (25 mph), a 5.5 kg (12 lb) rear-facing child restraint in a rear
infant will suddenly become a seat. It is also better to secure a
110 kg (240 lb) force on a person's forward-facing child restraint in a
arms. An infant should be rear seat. If you must secure a Q: What are the different types of
secured in an appropriate forward-facing child restraint in add-on child restraints?
restraint. the front outboard seat, always
A: Add-on child restraints, which
move the front passenger seat as
are purchased by the vehicle
far back as it will go.
owner, are available in four basic
types. Selection of a particular
restraint should take into
consideration not only the child's
weight, height, and age but also
whether or not the restraint will
be compatible with the motor
vehicle in which it will be used.
For most basic types of child
restraints, there are many
different models available. When
purchasing a child restraint, be
sure it is designed to be used in
a motor vehicle. If it is, the
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restraint will have a label saying Child Restraint Systems

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

the child restraint must be secured
Forward-Facing Child Seat Booster Seats in the vehicle. Child restraint
A forward-facing child seat provides A booster seat is a child restraint systems must be secured in vehicle
restraint for the child's body with the designed to improve the fit of the seats by lap belts or the lap belt
harness. vehicle's safety belt system. portion of a lap-shoulder belt, or by
A booster seat can also help a child the LATCH system. See Lower
to see out the window. Anchors and Tethers for Children
(LATCH System) 0 82. Children can
Securing an Add-On Child be endangered in a crash if the child
Restraint in the Vehicle restraint is not properly secured in
the vehicle.
{ Warning When securing an add-on child
restraint, refer to the instructions
A child can be seriously injured or that come with the restraint which
killed in a crash if the child may be on the restraint itself or in a
restraint is not properly secured in booklet, or both, and to this manual.
the vehicle. Secure the child The child restraint instructions are
(Continued)
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important, so if they are not Securing the Child Within the

available, obtain a replacement Child Restraint { Warning
copy from the manufacturer.
A child in a rear-facing child
Keep in mind that an unsecured { Warning restraint can be seriously injured
child restraint can move around in a or killed if the front passenger
collision or sudden stop and injure A child can be seriously injured or
airbag inflates. This is because
people in the vehicle. Be sure to killed in a crash if the child is not
the back of the rear-facing child
properly secure any child restraint in properly secured in the child
restraint would be very close to
the vehicle even when no child is restraint. Secure the child
the inflating airbag. A child in a
in it. properly following the instructions
forward-facing child restraint can
In some areas of the United States that came with that child restraint.
be seriously injured or killed if the
and Canada, Certified Child front passenger airbag inflates
Passenger Safety Technicians Where to Put the and the passenger seat is in a
(CPSTs) are available to inspect forward position.
and demonstrate how to correctly Restraint
use and install child restraints. In Even if the passenger sensing
According to accident statistics,
the U.S., refer to the National children and infants are safer when system has turned off the front
Highway Traffic Safety properly restrained in a child passenger frontal airbag, no
Administration (NHTSA) website to restraint system or infant restraint system is fail-safe. No one can
locate the nearest child safety seat system secured in a rear seating guarantee that an airbag will not
inspection station. For CPST position. deploy under some unusual
availability in Canada, check with circumstance, even though it is
Transport Canada or the Provincial Whenever possible, children aged turned off.
Ministry of Transportation office. 12 and under should be secured in
a rear seating position. Secure rear-facing child restraints
in a rear seat, even if the airbag
Never put a rear-facing child seat in
the front. This is because the risk to is off. If you secure a
the rear-facing child is so great if the forward-facing child restraint in
airbag deploys. (Continued)
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positions should not be used if the In order to use the LATCH system in
Warning (Continued) child restraint prevents access to or your vehicle, you need a child
interferes with the routing of the restraint that has LATCH
the front seat, always move the safety belt. attachments. LATCH-compatible
front passenger seat as far back rear-facing and forward-facing child
as it will go. It is better to secure Wherever a child restraint is
installed, be sure to secure the child seats can be properly installed
the child restraint in a rear seat. using either the LATCH anchors or
restraint properly.
See Passenger Sensing System the vehicles safety belts. Do not
0 69 for additional information. Keep in mind that an unsecured use both the safety belts and the
child restraint can move around in a LATCH anchorage system to secure
collision or sudden stop and injure a rear-facing or forward-facing
When securing a child restraint in a people in the vehicle. Be sure to child seat.
rear seating position, study the properly secure any child restraint in
instructions that came with the child the vehicle even when no child is Booster seats use the vehicles
restraint to make sure it is in it. safety belts to secure the child in
compatible with this vehicle. the booster seat. If the manufacturer
recommends that the booster seat
Child restraints and booster seats Lower Anchors and be secured with the LATCH system,
vary considerably in size, and some Tethers for Children this can be done as long as the
may fit in certain seating positions (LATCH System) booster seat can be positioned
better than others. Do not install a properly and there is no interference
child restraint in the rear center The LATCH system secures a child with the proper positioning of the
seating position if it cannot be restraint during driving or in a crash. lap-shoulder belt on the child.
installed securely. LATCH attachments on the child
restraint are used to attach the child Make sure to follow the instructions
Depending on where you place the that came with the child restraint,
restraint to the anchors in the
child restraint and the size of the and also the instructions in this
vehicle. The LATCH system is
child restraint, you may not be able manual.
designed to make installation of a
to access adjacent safety belt
child restraint easier. When installing a child restraint with
assemblies or LATCH anchors for
additional passengers or child a top tether, you must also use
restraints. Adjacent seating either the lower anchors or the
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safety belts to properly secure the anchors and attachments. In this Top Tether Anchor
child restraint. A child restraint must case, the safety belt must be used
never be attached using only the top (with top tether where available) to
tether. secure the child restraint. See
The LATCH anchorage system can Securing Child Restraints (With the
be used until the combined weight Safety Belt in the Front Seat) 0 90
of the child plus the child restraint is or Securing Child Restraints (With
29.5 kg (65 lbs). Use the safety belt the Safety Belt in the Rear
alone instead of the LATCH Seat) 0 88.
anchorage system once the Lower Anchors
combined weight is more than
29.5 kg (65 lbs).
See Securing Child Restraints (With
the Safety Belt in the Front Seat)
0 90 or Securing Child Restraints A top tether (3, 4) anchors the top of
(With the Safety Belt in the Rear the child restraint to the vehicle.
Seat) 0 88. A top tether anchor is built into the
vehicle. The top tether
Child restraints built after March attachment (2) on the child restraint
2014 will be labeled with the connects to the top tether anchor in
specific child weight up to which the the vehicle in order to reduce the
LATCH system can be used to forward movement and rotation of
install the restraint. the child restraint during driving or in
The following explains how to attach a crash.
a child restraint with these Lower anchors (1) are metal bars
built into the vehicle. There are two The child restraint may have a
attachments in the vehicle. single tether (3) or a dual tether (4).
lower anchors for each LATCH
Not all vehicle seating positions or seating position that will Either will have a single
child restraints have lower anchors accommodate a child restraint with attachment (2) to secure the top
and attachments or top tether lower attachments (2). tether to the anchor.
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Some child restraints that have a H : Seating positions with two

top tether are designed for use with lower 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 Top Tether Anchors
restraint. To assist in locating the lower
anchors, each seating position with The top tether anchors for outboard
Lower Anchor and Top Tether lower anchors has two labels, near rear seating positions are on the
Anchor Locations the crease between the seatback back of the rear seatback. Be sure
and the seat cushion. to use an anchor on the same side
of the vehicle as the seating
position where the child restraint will
be placed.
Do not secure a child restraint in a
position without a top tether anchor
if a national or local law requires
that the top tether be attached, or if
To assist in locating the top tether the instructions that come with the
anchors, the top tether anchor child restraint say that the top tether
symbol is near the top tether must be attached.
anchor. According to accident statistics,
Rear Seat children and infants are safer when
properly restrained in a child
I : Seating positions with top restraint system or infant restraint
tether anchors. system secured in a rear seating
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position. See Where to Put the

Restraint 0 81 for additional { Warning Warning (Continued)
information.
To reduce the risk of serious or wrapped around a childs neck.
Securing a Child Restraint fatal injuries during a crash, do If the shoulder belt is locked and
Designed for the LATCH not attach more than one child tightened around a childs neck,
System restraint to a single anchor. the only way to loosen the belt is
Attaching more than one child to cut it.
{ Warning restraint to a single anchor could
cause the anchor or attachment
Buckle any unused safety belts
behind the child restraint so
If a LATCH-type child restraint is to come loose or even break children cannot reach them. Pull
not attached to anchors, the child during a crash. A child or others the shoulder belt all the way out
restraint will not be able to protect could be injured. of the retractor to set the lock,
the child correctly. In a crash, the and tighten the belt behind the
child could be seriously injured or child restraint after the child
killed. Install a LATCH-type child { Warning restraint has been installed.
restraint properly using the
anchors, or use the vehicle's Children can be seriously injured
safety belts to secure the or strangled if a shoulder belt is
wrapped around their neck. The Caution
restraint, following the instructions
that came with the child restraint shoulder belt can tighten but Do not let the LATCH
and the instructions in this cannot be loosened if it is locked. attachments rub against the
manual. The shoulder belt locks when it is vehicles safety belts. This may
pulled all the way out of the damage these parts. If necessary,
retractor. It unlocks when the move buckled safety belts to
shoulder belt is allowed to go all avoid rubbing the LATCH
the way back into the retractor, attachments.
but it cannot do this if it is
(Continued)
(Continued)
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seating position does not have if equipped. Refer to the child

Caution (Continued) lower anchors, secure the child restraint instructions and the
restraint with the top tether and following steps:
Do not fold the rear seatback the safety belts. Refer to your
when the seat is occupied. Do not 2.1. Find the top tether anchor
child restraint manufacturer on the back of the rear
fold the empty rear seat with a instructions and the
safety belt buckled. This could seatback.
instructions in this manual.
damage the safety belt or the 2.2. Route, attach, and tighten
seat. Unbuckle and return the 1.1. Find the lower anchors for the top tether according to
the desired seating your child restraint
safety belt to its stowed position,
position. instructions and the
before folding the seat.
1.2. Put the child restraint on following instructions:
the seat.
If you need to secure more than one
child restraint in the rear seat, see If the head restraint
Where to Put the Restraint 0 81. interferes with the proper
installation of the child
This system is designed to make restraint, adjust the head
the installation of child restraints restraint upward.
easier. When using lower anchors,
do not use the vehicle's safety belts. 1.3. Attach and tighten the
Instead, use the vehicle's anchors lower attachments on the
and child restraint attachments to child restraint to the lower
secure the restraints. Some anchors. If the position you are
restraints also use another vehicle 2. If the child restraint using does not have a
anchor to secure a top tether. manufacturer recommends that headrest or head restraint,
1. Attach and tighten the lower the top tether be attached, or the headrest or head
attachments to the lower attach and tighten the top restraint has been
anchors. If the child restraint tether to the top tether anchor, removed, and you are
does not have lower
attachments or the desired
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using a single tether, route using a single tether, raise

the tether over the the head restraint and
seatback. route the tether under the
head restraint and in
between the head
restraint posts.
3. Before placing a child in the
child restraint, make sure it is
securely held in place. To
If the rear outboard check, grasp the child restraint
seating position you are at the LATCH path and attempt
using has an adjustable to move it side to side and
head restraint and you are back and forth. There should
If the position you are using a dual tether, route be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in)
using does not have a the tether around the head of movement for proper
headrest or head restraint, restraint. installation.
or the headrest or head
restraint has been Replacing LATCH System
removed, and you are
using a dual tether, route Parts After a Crash
the tether over the
seatback. { Warning
A crash can damage the LATCH
system in the vehicle. A damaged
LATCH system may not properly
If the rear outboard secure the child restraint,
seating position you are resulting in serious injury or even
using has an adjustable death in a crash. To help make
head restraint and you are (Continued)
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If the child restraint has the LATCH If more than one child restraint
Warning (Continued) system, see Lower Anchors and needs to be installed in the rear
Tethers for Children (LATCH seat, be sure to read Where to Put
sure the LATCH system is System) 0 82 for how and where to the Restraint 0 81.
working properly after a crash, install the child restraint using
see your dealer to have the 1. Put the child restraint on
LATCH. If a child restraint is the seat.
system inspected and any secured in the vehicle using a
necessary replacements made as safety belt and it uses a top tether, 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run
soon as possible. see Lower Anchors and Tethers for the lap and shoulder portions
Children (LATCH System) 0 82 for of the vehicle's safety belt
top tether anchor locations. through or around the restraint.
If the vehicle has the LATCH system
The child restraint instructions
and it was being used during a Do not secure a child seat in a will show you how.
crash, new LATCH system parts position without a top tether anchor
may be needed. if a national or local law requires
New parts and repairs may be that the top tether be anchored, or if
necessary even if the LATCH the instructions that come with the
system was not being used at the child restraint say that the top strap
time of the crash. must be anchored.
If the child restraint or vehicle seat
Securing Child Restraints position does not have the LATCH
(With the Safety Belt in system, you will be using the safety
belt to secure the child restraint in
the Rear Seat) this position. Be sure to follow the
When securing a child restraint in a instructions that came with the child
rear seating position, study the restraint. Secure the child in the
instructions that came with the child child restraint when and as the
instructions say. 3. Push the latch plate into the
restraint to make sure it is buckle until it clicks.
compatible with this vehicle.
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Position the release button on 6. If the child restraint has a top

the buckle so that the safety tether, follow the child restraint
belt could be quickly unbuckled manufacturer's instructions
if necessary. regarding the use of the top
tether. See Lower Anchors and
Tethers for Children (LATCH
System) 0 82 for more
information.
check, grasp the child restraint
5. To tighten the belt, push down at the safety belt path and
on the child restraint, pull the attempt to move it side to side
shoulder portion of the belt to and back and forth. When the
tighten the lap portion of the child restraint is properly
belt, and feed the shoulder belt installed, there should be no
4. Pull the shoulder belt all the back into the retractor. When more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of
way out of the retractor to set installing a forward-facing child movement.
the lock. When the retractor restraint, it may be helpful to To remove the child restraint,
lock is set, the belt can be use your knee to push down on unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and
tightened but not pulled out of the child restraint as you let it return to the stowed position.
the retractor. tighten the belt. If the top tether is attached to a top
Try to pull the belt out of the tether anchor, disconnect it.
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 81.
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 passenger knee airbag 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 82 for top tether anchor
0 108 for more information, Even if the passenger sensing locations.
including important safety system has turned off the front
Do not secure a child seat in a
information. outboard passenger airbag(s), no
position without a top tether anchor
Never put a rear-facing child seat in system is fail-safe. No one can
if a national or local law requires
the front. This is because the risk to guarantee that an airbag will not that the top tether be anchored, or if
the rear-facing child is so great, inflate under some unusual the instructions that come with the
if the airbag deploys. circumstance, even though the child restraint say that the top strap
airbag(s) are off. must be anchored.
Secure rear-facing child restraints In Canada, the law requires that
in a rear seat, even if the forward-facing child restraints have
airbag(s) are 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 Position the release button on

secure the child restraint in this the buckle so that the safety
position, follow the instructions that belt could be quickly unbuckled
came with the child restraint and the if necessary.
following instructions:
1. Move the seat as far back as it
will go before securing the
forward-facing child restraint.
When the passenger sensing
system has turned off the front
outboard passenger frontal
airbag and passenger knee
airbag, the off indicator on the Tilt the latch plate to adjust the
passenger airbag status belt if needed.
indicator should light and stay
lit when you start the vehicle.
See Passenger Airbag Status
Indicator 0 108. 5. Pull the shoulder belt all the
way out of the retractor to set
2. Put the child restraint on the lock. When the retractor
the seat. lock is set, the belt can be
3. Pick up the latch plate, and run tightened but not pulled out of
the lap and shoulder portions the retractor.
of the vehicle's safety belt
through or around the restraint.
The child restraint instructions
will show you how.
4. Push the latch plate into the
buckle until it clicks.
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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 airbags are off, the off
6. To tighten the belt, push down indicator in the passenger airbag
on the child restraint, pull the status indicator will come on and
shoulder portion of the belt to stay on when the vehicle is started.
tighten the lap portion of the If a child restraint has been installed
belt, and feed the shoulder belt and the on indicator is lit, see If the
back into the retractor. When On Indicator Is Lit for a Child
installing a forward-facing child Restraint under Passenger Sensing
restraint, it may be helpful to System 0 69 for more information.
use your knee to push down on
the child restraint as you To remove the child restraint,
tighten the belt. unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and
let it return to the stowed position.
Try to pull the belt out of the
retractor to make sure the
retractor is locked. If the
retractor is not locked, repeat
Steps 5 and 6.
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Storage 93
Storage Storage Rear Storage

Compartments
Storage Compartments
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 93 { Warning
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Rear Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Do not store heavy or sharp
Center Console Storage . . . . . . . 94 objects in storage compartments.
In a crash, these objects may
Additional Storage Features cause the cover to open and
Cargo Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 could result in injury.
Glove Box
Open the glove box by lifting up on There is storage in the rear. Turn
the lever. the handle horizontal to open.
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94 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. There is a cover for the rear cargo
area. Use the four cargo cover
There is storage under the armrest. loops to hook the cover to the side
Press the button and lift to access. { Warning panels.
Do not place objects on the cargo

cover. Sudden stops or turns can
cause objects to be thrown in the
vehicle. You or others could be
injured.
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Instruments and Controls 95
Instruments and Passenger Airbag Status

Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . .
Lamps On Reminder . . . . . . . . . .
116
117
Controls Charging System Light (12-Volt
Battery) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Cruise Control Light . . . . . . . . . .
Door Ajar Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
117
117
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
(Check Engine Light) . . . . . . . . 109 Information Displays
Controls Power Flows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . 96 Brake System Warning
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Programmable Charging . . . . . . 119
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . 96 Energy Information . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Heated Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . 96 Electric Parking Brake
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Driver Information
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . . 97 Service Electric Parking Brake
Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 Vehicle Messages
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 Battery and Charging
Wireless Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Sport Mode Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Mountain Mode Light . . . . . . . . . 113 Brake System Messages . . . . . 133
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Hold Mode Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Compass Messages . . . . . . . . . . 133
Indicators Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Cruise Control Messages . . . . . 133
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Door Ajar Messages . . . . . . . . . . 133
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Vehicle Ahead Indicator . . . . . . . 113 Electric Drive Unit
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Traction Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 StabiliTrak OFF Light . . . . . . . . 114 Engine Cooling System
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Traction Control System (TCS)/ Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 StabiliTrak Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 Engine Oil Messages . . . . . . . . . 134
Battery Gauge (High Engine Coolant Temperature Fuel System Messages . . . . . . . 135
Voltage) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 Key and Lock Messages . . . . . 135
Fuel Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Tire Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Lamp Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Driver Efficiency Gauge . . . . . . 106 Engine Oil Pressure Light . . . . . 115 Object Detection System
Power Indicator Gauge . . . . . . . 107 Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . 116 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Safety Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . 107 Security Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Airbag Readiness Light . . . . . . . 108 Vehicle Ready Light . . . . . . . . . . 116
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96 Instruments and Controls
Propulsion Power Controls Steering Wheel Controls

Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Ride Control System The infotainment system can be
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Steering Wheel operated by using the steering
Airbag System Messages . . . . 139 Adjustment wheel controls. See "Steering
Security Messages . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Wheel Controls" in the infotainment
Service Vehicle Messages . . . . 139 manual.
Starting the Vehicle
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Heated Steering Wheel
Tire Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Vehicle Reminder
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Vehicle Speed Messages . . . . . 140
Vehicle Personalization
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 141
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. Pull 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 LO : Use for slow wipes. stop until the motor cools and the
wiper control is turned off. See
Press a on the steering wheel pad Electrical System Overload 0 262.
to sound the horn.
Wiper Parking
Windshield Wiper/Washer If the vehicle is turned to
STOPPING THE VEHICLE/OFF
while the wipers are on LO, HI, or
INT, they will immediately stop.
If the windshield wiper lever is then
moved to OFF before the driver
INT : Move the lever up to INT for
door is opened or within 10 minutes,
intermittent wipes, then turn the
the wipers will restart and move to
band up for more frequent wipes or
the base of the windshield.
down for less frequent wipes.
If the vehicle is turned to
OFF : Use to turn the wipers off.
STOPPING THE VEHICLE/OFF
The windshield wiper/washer lever 1X : For a single wipe, briefly move while the wipers are performing
is on the side of the steering the lever down. For several wipes, wipes due to windshield washing,
column. With the ignition in ACC/ hold the lever down. the wipers continue to run until they
ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, move reach the base of the windshield.
the windshield wiper lever to select Clear snow and ice from the wiper
the wiper speed. blades and windshield before using f : Pull the windshield wiper
them. If frozen to the windshield, lever toward you to spray windshield
HI : Use for fast wipes. carefully loosen or thaw them. washer fluid and activate the wipers.
Damaged blades should be The wipers will continue until the
replaced. See Wiper Blade lever is released or the maximum
Replacement 0 258. wash time is reached. When the
Heavy snow or ice can overload the lever is released, additional wipes
wiper motor. If the wiper motor may occur depending on how long
overheats, the windshield wipers will the windshield washer had been
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activated. See Washer Fluid 0 253 GPS signal. The compass system If auto timing is set, the time
for information on filling the will automatically determine when a displayed on the clock may not
windshield washer fluid reservoir. GPS signal is restored and provide update immediately when driving
a heading again. See Compass into a new time zone.
{ Warning Messages 0 133 for the messages
that may be displayed for the
To set the date:
In freezing weather, do not use compass. 1. Touch SETTINGS on the Home
the washer until the windshield is Page, then touch Time
warmed. Otherwise the washer Clock and Date.
fluid can form ice on the 2. Touch Set Date, then touch
windshield, blocking your vision. Setting the Time and Date
or to increase or decrease
To set the time:
month, day, or year.
Compass 1. Touch SETTINGS on the Home
Page, then touch Time 3. Touch S to go back to the
The vehicle may have a compass and Date. previous menu.
display on the Driver Information
2. Touch Set Time, then touch To set the clock display:
Center (DIC). The compass receives
its heading and other information or to increase or decrease 1. Touch SETTINGS on the Home
from the Global Positioning hours, minutes, and AM or PM. Page, then touch Time
System (GPS) antenna, Touch 1224 Hr for 12 or and Date.
StabiliTrak, and vehicle speed 24 hour clock. 2. Touch Clock Display, then
information. touch Off or On to turn the
3. Touch S to go back to the
The compass system is designed to clock display off or on.
previous menu.
operate for a certain number of
miles or degrees of turn before Auto Set requires an active 3. Touch S to go back to the
needing a signal from the GPS connection to OnStar. previous menu.
satellites. When the compass
display shows CAL, drive the
vehicle for a short distance in an
open area where it can receive a
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Power Outlets When adding electrical equipment, . In Canada, see

be sure to follow the installation gmtotalconnect.ca.
The accessory power outlets can be instructions included with the
used to plug in electrical equipment, . Or, see your dealer for details.
equipment. See Add-On Electrical
such as a cell phone or MP3 player. Equipment 0 234.
There are two accessory power { Warning
outlets: Caution Wireless charging can affect the
. In the storage area below the operation of an implanted
Hanging heavy equipment from
climate control system. pacemaker or other medical
the power outlet can cause
. On the rear of the front console devices. If you have one, it is
damage not covered by the
armrest. recommended to consult with
vehicle warranty. The power
your doctor before using the
The power outlets supply power outlets are designed for
wireless charging system.
while the vehicle is on, or if the accessory power plugs only, such
vehicle is in Retained Accessory as cell phone charge cords.
Power (RAP). See Retained The vehicle must be in ON/RUN,
Accessory Power (RAP) 0 177. ACC/ACCESSORY, or Retained
Wireless Charging Accessory Power (RAP). The
Lift the cover to access and replace
The vehicle may have a wireless wireless charging feature may not
when not in use.
charging pocket inside the armrest correctly indicate charging when the
Certain accessory plugs may not be of the center console. The system vehicle is in RAP. See Retained
compatible with the accessory wirelessly charges one PMA or Qi Accessory Power (RAP) 0 177.
power outlet and could overload compatible mobile device. The operating temperature is 20 C
vehicle or adapter fuses. If a
To check for phone or other device (4 F) to 60 C (140 F) for the
problem is experienced, see your
compatibility: charging system and 0 C (32 F) to
dealer.
35 C (95 F) for the phone.
. In the U.S., see
my.chevrolet.com/learn.
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2. With the mobile device screen

{ Warning facing the rear of the vehicle,
slowly insert the device into the
Remove all metal objects from the
charging pocket before charging charging pocket until }
your mobile device. Metal objects, displays on the infotainment
screen. This indicates that the
such as coins, keys, rings,
mobile device is properly
or paper clips, between the phone
positioned and charging. If a
and the charger will become very phone is inserted into the
hot. On the rare occasion that the
charging system does not detect pocket and } does not
a metal object, and the object display, remove the phone from
the pocket, turn 180 degrees
gets wedged between the phone
To charge a mobile device: and wait three seconds before
and the charger, remove the
1. Remove all objects from the inserting the phone into the
phone and allow the metallic pocket again.
object to cool before removing it charging pocket. The system
from the charging pocket, to may not charge if there are any
prevent burns. objects in the charging pocket.
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Instrument Cluster .
Warning Lights, Unintended interruption of AC
power at the vehicle's
Gauges, and The instrument cluster displays a charge port.
preview of information that includes
Indicators electric range, charging, odometer, . Interruption of charging by the
and battery status. This happens utility company using OnStar as
Warning lights and gauges can authorized by the vehicle owner.
signal that something is wrong upon entry when the driver door is
before it becomes serious enough opened before starting the vehicle.
to cause an expensive repair or The CHARGING OVERRIDE/
replacement. Paying attention to the INTERRUPTION OCCURRED
warning lights and gauges could message may display to indicate
prevent injury. that a charging override or
Some warning lights come on briefly interruption has occurred due to one
when the propulsion system is or more of the following events:
started to indicate they are working. . Override of the charge settings
When one of the warning lights by the owner using OnStar.
comes on and stays on while
driving, or when one of the gauges
shows there may be a problem,
check the section that explains what
to do. Waiting to do repairs can be
costly and even dangerous.
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English Cluster Shown, Metric Similar

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Reconfigurable Instrument the selection. Press V to select

Cluster the desired cluster
There are four instrument cluster configuration.
display configurations to choose 4. Exit the Display Layout menu
from: Classic, Modern, Classic by pressing o.
Enhanced, or Modern Enhanced.
Cluster Menu
There is an interactive display area
Modern Enhanced in the center of the instrument
Use the five-way control on the right cluster.
side of the steering wheel to move
between the different display zones
and scroll through the different
displays.
Classic and Modern To change the cluster configuration:
1. Press o to access the cluster
applications.
2. Use w or x to scroll through
the list until Display Layout is
highlighted. Then press V to
select it.
3. Each layout in the menu is Use the right steering wheel control
represented by a small preview to open and scroll through the
Classic Enhanced different items and displays.
image of the display layout.
Scroll up or down and highlight
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Press o to access the cluster Phone Speed Warning : The Speed

Warning display allows the driver to
applications. Use w or x to scroll While the Phone application page is
set a speed that they do not want to
through the list of applications. displayed, press p to enter the exceed. To set the Speed Warning,
. Info. This is where you can view Phone menu. In the Phone menu,
press V when Speed Warning is
the Driver Information Center if there is no active phone call, view
recent calls or scroll through displayed. Press w or x to adjust
(DIC) displays. See Driver
Information Center (DIC) 0 130. contacts. If there is an active call, the value. Press V to set the speed.
mute the phone or switch to handset Once the speed is set, this feature
. Audio operation. can be turned off by pressing V
. Phone while viewing this page. If the
Navigation
. Navigation selected speed limit is exceeded, a
If there is no active route, a
. pop-up warning is displayed with a
Display Layout. See compass will be displayed. If there
chime.
Reconfigurable Instrument is an active route, press p to end
Cluster earlier in this section. route guidance or turn the voice Tutorial : Press V while Tutorial is
. Settings prompts on or off. highlighted to view the tutorials that
explain some of the features of the
Audio Settings instrument cluster. The tutorials are
While the Audio application page is Press p to enter the Settings menu. only available when the vehicle is in
displayed, press p to enter the P (Park).
Use w or x to scroll through the
Audio menu. In the Audio menu, items in the Settings menu Open Source Software : Press V
search for music or change the while Open Source Software is
audio source. Units : Press V while Units is highlighted to display open source
highlighted to enter the Unit menu. software information.
Choose US, Metric, or Imperial units
by pressing V while the desired
item is highlighted. A checkmark will
be displayed next to the
selected item.
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Speedometer Battery Gauge (High Fuel Gauge

The speedometer shows the Voltage)
vehicle's speed in either kilometers
per hour (km/h) or miles per
hour (mph).
Odometer
The odometer shows how far the
vehicle has been driven, in either
kilometers or miles.
Trip Odometer
The trip odometer shows how far
the vehicle has been driven since When the ignition is on, the fuel
the trip odometer was last reset. This gauge shows the high voltage gauge indicates about how much
battery charge level. fuel is left in the tank.
The trip odometer is accessed and
reset through the Driver Information The arrow next to the battery There is an arrow near the fuel
Center (DIC). See Driver symbol points to the side of the gauge pointing to the side of the
Information Center (DIC) 0 130. vehicle the charge port is on. vehicle the fuel door is on.
See Electric Mode 0 180. When the indicator nears empty, the
low fuel light comes on. There still is
a little fuel left, but the vehicle
should be refueled soon.
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Here are some things that owners Driver Efficiency Gauge See Driving for Better Energy
ask about. None of these show a Efficiency 0 26.
problem with the fuel gauge: accel : If the ball turns yellow and
. At the service station, the fuel travels above the center of the
pump shuts off before the gauge gauge, acceleration is too
reads full. aggressive to optimize efficiency.
. It takes a little more or less fuel brake : If the ball turns yellow and
to fill up than the gauge travels below the center of the
indicated. For example, the gauge, braking is too aggressive to
gauge may have indicated the optimize efficiency.
tank was half full, but it actually In the Modern display
took a little more or less than configurations, the light ring in the
half the tank's capacity to fill center of the display acts as an
the tank. efficiency gauge. It is green when
. The gauge takes a few seconds This gauge appears on the left side driving efficiently and turns yellow
to stabilize after the ignition is of the display in the Classic when acceleration or braking is too
turned on, and goes back to Enhanced configuration. aggressive.
empty when the ignition is This gauge is a guide to driving in
turned off. an efficient manner by keeping the
ball green and in the center of the
gauge.
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Power Indicator Gauge Safety Belt Reminders Passenger Safety Belt

Reminder Light
Driver Safety Belt Reminder
Light There is a passenger safety belt
reminder light near the passenger
There is a driver safety belt airbag status indicator. See
reminder light on the instrument Passenger Sensing System 0 69.
cluster.
Battery Power Shown When the vehicle is started, this

When the vehicle is started, this light flashes and a chime may come
The power gauge is on the right light flashes and a chime may come on to remind passengers to fasten
side of the display in the Classic on to remind the driver to fasten their safety belt. Then the light stays
Enhanced configuration and on both their safety belt. Then the light stays on solid until the belt is buckled.
sides in the Modern Enhanced on solid until the belt is buckled. This cycle continues several times if
configuration. This cycle may continue several the passenger remains or becomes
The power gauge shows the power times if the driver remains or unbuckled while the vehicle is
coming from the engine and/or becomes unbuckled while the moving.
battery. When the power indicator is vehicle is moving.
If the passenger safety belt is
green, battery power is being If the driver safety belt is buckled, buckled, neither the chime nor the
regenerated. When the indicator is neither the light nor the chime light comes on.
yellow, the vehicle is using power. comes on.
The front passenger safety belt
reminder light and chime may turn
on if an object is put on the seat
such as a briefcase, handbag,
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grocery bag, laptop, or other

electronic device. To turn off the { Warning
reminder light and/or chime, remove
the object from the seat or buckle If the airbag readiness light stays
the safety belt. on after the vehicle is started or
comes on while driving, it means
Airbag Readiness Light the airbag system might not be
working properly. The airbags in When the vehicle is started, the
This light shows if there is an the vehicle might not inflate in a passenger airbag status indicator
electrical problem with the airbag crash, or they could even inflate will light ON and OFF for several
system. The system check includes without a crash. To help avoid seconds as a system check. Then,
the airbag sensor(s), the passenger injury, have the vehicle serviced after several more seconds, the
sensing system, the pretensioners, right away. status indicator will light either ON
the airbag modules, the wiring, and or OFF to let you know the status of
the crash sensing and diagnostic the front outboard passenger frontal
module. For more information on the If there is a problem with the airbag airbag and knee airbag.
airbag system, see Airbag system, a Driver Information Center
If the word ON is lit on the
System 0 63. (DIC) message may also come on.
passenger airbag status indicator, it
See Airbag System
means that the front outboard
Messages 0 139.
passenger frontal airbag and knee
airbag are allowed to inflate.
Passenger Airbag Status
If the word OFF is lit on the airbag
Indicator status indicator, it means that the
The vehicle has a passenger passenger sensing system has
sensing system. See Passenger turned off the front outboard
The airbag readiness light comes on
Sensing System 0 69 for important passenger frontal airbag and knee
for several seconds when the
safety information. The passenger airbag.
vehicle is started. If the light does
airbag status indicator is in the
not come on then, have it fixed
overhead console.
immediately.
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If, after several seconds, both status Charging System Light Malfunction Indicator
indicator lights remain on, or if there
are no lights at all, there may be a
(12-Volt Battery) Lamp (Check Engine
problem with the lights or the Light)
passenger sensing system. See This light is part of the vehicles
your dealer for service. emission control on-board
diagnostic system. If this light is on
{ Warning while the engine is running, a
malfunction has been detected and
If the airbag readiness light ever the vehicle may require service. The
comes on and stays on, it means The charging system light comes on light should come on to show that it
that something may be wrong briefly when the vehicle is in ON/ is working when the vehicle is in
with the airbag system. To help RUN, as a check to show the light is Service Only Mode. See Power
avoid injury to yourself or others, working. Button 0 175.
have the vehicle serviced right If the light stays on, or comes on
away. See Airbag Readiness while driving, there could be a
Light 0 108 for more information, problem with the electrical charging
including important safety system. Have it checked by your
information. dealer. Driving while this light is on
could drain the 12-volt battery.
If a short distance must be driven
with the light on, be sure to turn off Malfunctions are often indicated by
all accessories, such as the radio. the system before any problem is
noticeable. Being aware of the light
and seeking service promptly when
it comes on may prevent damage.
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If the light is flashing : A . Poor fuel quality can cause

Caution malfunction has been detected that inefficient engine operation and
could damage the emission control poor driveability, which may go
If the vehicle is driven continually system and increase vehicle away once the engine is warmed
with this light on, the emission emissions. Diagnosis and service up. If this occurs, change the
control system may not work as may be required. fuel brand. It may require at
well, the fuel economy may be least one full tank of the proper
lower, and the vehicle may not To help prevent damage, reduce
vehicle speed and avoid hard fuel to turn the light off. See
run smoothly. This could lead to Fuel 0 230.
accelerations and uphill grades.
costly repairs that might not be
If the light continues to flash, find a If the light remains on, see your
covered by the vehicle warranty.
safe place to park. Turn the vehicle dealer.
off and wait at least 10 seconds Emissions Inspection and
Caution before restarting the engine. If the Maintenance Programs
light is still flashing, follow the
Modifications to the engine, previous guidelines and see your If the vehicle requires an Emissions
electric drive unit, exhaust, intake, dealer for service as soon as Inspection/Maintenance test, the
possible. test equipment will likely connect to
or fuel system, or the use of
the vehicle's Data Link
replacement tires that do not If the light is on steady : A Connector (DLC).
meet the original tire malfunction has been detected.
specifications, can cause this light Diagnosis and service may be
to come on. This could lead to required.
costly repairs not covered by the Check the following:
vehicle warranty. This could also
affect the vehicles ability to pass . A loose or missing fuel cap may
an Emissions Inspection/ cause the light to come on. See
Maintenance test. See Filling the Tank 0 231. A few
driving trips with the cap The DLC is under the instrument
Accessories and
properly installed may turn the panel to the left of the steering
Modifications 0 237.
light off. wheel. Connecting devices that are
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not used to perform an Emissions Brake System Warning

Inspection/Maintenance test or to
Light
{ Warning
service the vehicle may affect
vehicle operation. See Add-On The vehicle brake system consists The brake system might not be
Electrical Equipment 0 234. See of two hydraulic circuits. If one working properly if the brake
your dealer if assistance is needed. circuit is not working, the remaining system warning light is on.
circuit can still work to stop the Driving with the brake system
The vehicle may not pass warning light on can lead to a
inspection if: vehicle. For normal braking
performance, both circuits need to crash. If the light is still on after
. The light is on when the engine be working. the vehicle has been pulled off
is running. the road and carefully stopped,
If the warning light comes on, there
. The light does not come on have the vehicle towed for
is a brake problem. Have the brake
when the vehicle is in Service system inspected right away. service.
Only Mode.
. Critical emission control systems Electric Parking Brake
have not been completely Light
diagnosed. If this happens, the
vehicle would not be ready for
inspection and might require
several days of routine driving Metric English
before the system is ready for
inspection. This can happen if This light should come on briefly
the 12-volt battery has recently when the engine is started. If it does
not come on then, have it fixed so it Metric English
been replaced or run down, or if
the vehicle has been recently will be ready to warn you if there is
a problem. This light comes on when the
serviced. parking brake is applied. If the light
See your dealer if the vehicle will If the light comes on and stays on, continues flashing after the parking
not pass or cannot be made ready there is a brake problem. brake is released, or while driving,
for the test. there is a problem with the Electric
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Parking Brake system or another Antilock Brake System needs service. If the ABS warning
system. A message may also light is on, but the regular brake
display in the Driver Information
(ABS) Warning Light system warning light is not on, the
Center (DIC). See Brake System antilock brakes are not working
Messages 0 133. properly, but the regular brakes are
If the light does not come on, still functioning. Have the vehicle
or remains flashing, see your dealer. serviced right away. If both brake
lights are on, the vehicle does not
have antilock brakes, and there is a
Service Electric Parking problem with the regular brakes as
Brake Light This light should come on briefly well. Have the vehicle towed for
when the vehicle is in ON/RUN. If it service. See Towing the
does not come on, have the vehicle Vehicle 0 311.
serviced by your dealer.
If the ABS warning light stays on Sport Mode Light
longer than a few seconds after the
vehicle is in ON/RUN, or comes on
and stays on while driving, try
If this light comes on and stays on, resetting the system. To reset the
there is a problem with a system on system:
the vehicle that is causing the
1. While driving, pull over when it
parking brake system to work at a
is safe to do so.
reduced level. The vehicle can still This light comes on when Sport
be driven, but should be taken to a 2. Place the vehicle in P (Park). Mode is selected. See Sport Mode
dealer as soon as possible. See 3. Turn the vehicle off. in Driver Selected Operating Modes
Electric Parking Brake 0 188. If a 0 181 for more information.
message displays in the Driver 4. Restart the vehicle.
Information Center (DIC), see Brake If the ABS warning light remains on
System Messages 0 133. after resetting the system or comes
on again while driving, the vehicle
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Mountain Mode Light Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Vehicle Ahead Indicator
Light
This light comes on when Mountain If equipped, this indicator will

Mode is selected. See Mountain This light is green if LKA is available display green when a vehicle is
Mode in Driver Selected Operating to assist. detected ahead and amber when
Modes 0 181 for more information. you are following a vehicle ahead
LKA may assist by gently turning much too closely.
Hold Mode Light the steering wheel if the vehicle
approaches a detected lane marking See Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
without using the turn signal in that System 0 208.
direction. The LKA light will turn
amber. Traction Off Light
This light is amber and flashes as a
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
alert, to indicate that the lane
This light comes on when Hold marking has been crossed.
Mode is selected. See Hold Mode See Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 213.
in Driver Selected Operating Modes
0 181 for more information. This light comes on briefly while
starting the engine. If it does not,
have the vehicle serviced by your
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dealer. If the system is working If StabiliTrak and TCS are off, the DIC messages to determine which
normally, the indicator light then system does not assist in controlling feature(s) is no longer functioning
turns off. the vehicle. Turn on the TCS and and whether the vehicle requires
The traction off light comes on when the StabiliTrak systems, and the service. See Ride Control System
the Traction Control System (TCS) warning light turns off. Messages 0 138.
has been turned off. See Traction Control/Electronic If the light is on and flashing, the
This light and the StabiliTrak OFF Stability Control 0 192. TCS and/or the StabiliTrak system
light come on when StabiliTrak is is actively working.
turned off. Traction Control System See Traction Control/Electronic
If the TCS is off, wheel spin is not (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light Stability Control 0 192.
limited. Adjust driving accordingly.
Engine Coolant
StabiliTrak OFF Light Temperature Warning
Light
This light comes on briefly when the

engine is started.
If the light does not come on, have
This light comes on briefly while the vehicle serviced by your dealer.
starting the engine. If it does not, If the system is working normally, The engine coolant temperature
have the vehicle serviced by your the indicator light turns off. warning light comes on briefly when
dealer. If the light is on and not flashing, the the vehicle is started.
This light comes on when the TCS and potentially the StabiliTrak If it does not, have the vehicle
StabiliTrak system is turned off. system have been disabled. serviced by your dealer. If the
If StabiliTrak is off, the Traction A Driver Information Center (DIC) system is working normally, the
Control System (TCS) is also off. message may display. Check the indicator light then goes off.
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If the light comes on and stays on A message in the Driver Information

while driving, the vehicle may have Center (DIC) may also display. See Caution (Continued)
a problem with the cooling system. Tire Messages 0 140. Stop as soon
Stop and turn off the vehicle to as possible, and inflate the tires to by the vehicle warranty. Check
avoid damage to the engine. the pressure value shown on the the oil level as soon as possible.
A warning chime sounds when this Tire and Loading Information label. Add oil if required, but if the oil
light is on. See Tires 0 271. level is within the operating range
and the oil pressure is still low,
See Engine Overheating 0 253 for When the Light Flashes First and have the vehicle serviced. Always
more information. Then Is On Steady follow the maintenance schedule
This indicates that there may be a for changing engine oil.
Tire Pressure Light problem with the TPMS. The light
flashes for about one minute and
stays on steady until the vehicle is
in OFF. This sequence repeats each
time the vehicle is in ON/RUN. See
Tire Pressure Monitor
System 0 280.
For vehicles with the Tire Pressure Engine Oil Pressure Light The oil pressure light should come
Monitor System (TPMS), this light on briefly as the vehicle is started.
comes on briefly when the vehicle is If it does not come on have the
Caution
in ON/RUN. It provides information vehicle serviced by your dealer.
about tire pressures and the TPMS. Lack of proper engine oil
If the light comes on and stays on, it
When the Light is On Steady maintenance can damage the
means that oil is not flowing through
engine. Driving with the engine oil the engine properly. The vehicle
This indicates that one or more of low can also damage the engine.
the tires are significantly could be low on oil and might have
The repairs would not be covered some other system problem. See
underinflated.
(Continued) your dealer.
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Low Fuel Warning Light serviced by your dealer. If the High-Beam On Light
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 theft-deterrent
system. See Immobilizer
Operation 0 44.
The low fuel warning light comes on This light comes on when the
briefly when the vehicle is started. Vehicle Ready Light high-beam headlamps are in use.
This light also comes on when the See Headlamp High/Low-Beam
fuel level is low. When fuel is added, Changer 0 151.
the light should go off. If it does not,
have the vehicle serviced. IntelliBeam Light
Security Light
The vehicle ready light comes on
whenever the vehicle is ready to be
driven.
This light comes on when the

IntelliBeam system, if equipped, is
enabled.
The security light should come on
briefly as the engine is started. If it See Exterior Lamp Controls 0 149.
does not come on, have the vehicle
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Lamps On Reminder Adaptive Cruise Control Light Information Displays

Power Flows
To view the Power Flow screens,
touch Energy on the infotainment
display and then touch Power Flow
at the bottom of the touch screen.
This light comes on when the The Power Flow screens indicate
This light comes on when the
Adaptive Cruise Control (if the current system operating
exterior lamps are in use. See
equipped) is active. See Adaptive condition. The screens show the
Exterior Lamp Controls 0 149.
Cruise Control 0 196. energy flow between the engine,
electric drive unit, and high voltage
Cruise Control Light battery. These components will be
Door Ajar Light highlighted when they are active.
The cruise control light is white

when the cruise control is on and This light comes on when a door is
ready, and turns green when the open or not securely latched.
cruise control is set and active.
See Cruise Control 0 194. Battery Power - Battery is active
with energy flowing to the wheels.
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Battery Power - Vehicle is stationary Engine Power - Vehicle is stationary Engine Power - Vehicle is stationary
in electric mode and no power is in Extended Range Mode and no and no power is flowing to the
flowing to the wheels. power is flowing to the wheels. wheels. Engine is charging the
battery.
Engine Power - Engine is active Engine Power - Engine is active

with energy flowing to the wheels. with energy flowing to the wheels. Engine and Battery Power - Both
Engine is charging the battery. the engine and battery are active
with energy flowing to the wheels.
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. Electrical outlets may wear out
with normal usage or be
damaged over time, making
them unsuitable for electric
vehicle charging.
. Check the electrical outlet/plug
while charging and discontinue
use if the electrical outlet/plug is
hot, then have the electrical
Engine and Regen Power Recovery Power Off - No power is flowing to outlet serviced by a qualified
- Engine is active. Power from the the wheels. electrician.
wheels returns to the battery during
. When outdoors, plug into an
regenerative braking or coasting. Programmable Charging electrical outlet that is
Important Information About weatherproof while in use.
Portable Electric Vehicle Charging . Mount the charging cord to
. Charging an electric vehicle can reduce strain on the electrical
stress a buildings electrical outlet/plug.
system more than a typical
household appliance. { Danger
. Before you plug into any
electrical outlet, have a qualified Improper use of portable electric
electrician inspect and verify the vehicle charge cords may cause
Regen Power Recovery - Power electrical system (electrical a fire, electrical shock, or burns,
from the wheels returns to the outlet, wiring, junctions, and and may result in damage to
battery during regenerative braking protection devices) for property, serious injury, or death.
or coasting. heavy-duty service at a 12 amp (Continued)
continuous load.
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The Charge Start and Charge

Danger (Continued) Complete time estimates are also
displayed on the screen. These
. Do not use extension cords, estimates are most accurate when
multi-outlet power strips, the vehicle is plugged in and in
splitters, grounding moderate temperature conditions.
adaptors, surge protectors,
or similar devices. Charge Mode Status
. Do not use an electrical
outlet that is worn or
damaged, or will not hold Delayed Based on Departure
the plug firmly in place. Time : The vehicle estimates the
. charging start time considering the
Do not use an electrical
programmed departure time for the
outlet that is not properly
current day of the week. Charging
grounded.
begins at the start time and is
. Do not use an electrical complete by the departure time only
outlet that is on a circuit with if sufficient time is allowed after the
other electrical loads. charge cord is plugged in.
Immediately : The vehicle starts
charging as soon as it is connected
Programmable Charge Modes to an electrical outlet. See Plug-In
This vehicle has three Charging 0 215.
programmable charge modes. To
view the current charge mode status
in the center stack display, touch
Energy in the infotainment display
and then touch Charging at the
bottom of the touch screen.
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Delayed (Electric Rate and stops charging after plugging in, or if The Charge Limit Preference setting
Departure Time) : The vehicle a circuit breaker continues to trip, resets to the Reduced 8 amp setting
estimates the charging start time reducing to a lower Charge Limit each time the vehicle is driven.
based on the utility rate schedule, Preference may resolve the issue. Location Based Charging can be
utility rate preference, and the enabled to maintain Maximum
programmed departure time for the 12 amp setting at a specified Home
current day of the week. The vehicle location. See Location Based
will charge during the least Charging later in this section.
expensive rate periods to achieve a The Charge Limit Preference setting
full battery charge by the departure can be changed at any time while
time. Electrical rate information from the center stack display is operable.
the utility company for the charging
location is required for this mode.
Also, if the selected electric rate
{ Warning
The Charge Limit Preference should
settings result in a very long charge Using a charge level that exceeds
be configured to match the electrical
completion time, the vehicle will the electrical circuit or electrical
current rating for the electrical outlet
start charging immediately upon outlet capacity may start a fire or
that the charge cord is connected
plug-in. For example, if the electric damage the electrical circuit. Use
to. The Charge Limit Preference
rate table is set up with all Peak the lowest charge level until a
settings are:
rates and the rate preference is to qualified electrician inspects the
charge during Off-Peak rates only, . Maximum: Limits AC current to
electrical circuit capacity. Use the
then the vehicle will start charging 12 amps
lowest charge level if the
immediately upon plug-in. . Reduced: Limits AC current to electrical circuit or electrical outlet
Charge Limit Preference Selection 8 amps capacity is not known.
The Charge Limit Preference setting Exact current levels may vary from
allows the customer to select their the values shown in this manual.
vehicles charge level so it matches Check the vehicle for the current
the capability of their charging available levels.
location. If the vehicle consistently
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Charge Mode Selection

From the main charging screen,
touch Charge Mode.
1. Touch the day to change. Select one of the following:

2. Touch y or z to change the . Charge Completion: Earliest
hours and minutes. Possible/Latest Possible.
. Electric Rate Schedule.
Select one option: 3. Touch y or z to change AM
or PM. . Charge Rate Preference.
. Immediately Upon Plug In
. Delayed Based on 4. Touch S to store changes and Earliest or Latest Completion Time
Departure Time return to the previous screen. If the vehicle calculates that the cost
. Delayed (Electric Rate and would be the same for various
Charge Rate Information
charge modes based on the charge
Departure Time) From the Delayed Charge Mode rates selected, select to finish the
Departure Time Entry Status screen, touch Charge Rate charge at the earliest possible time
Information. or the latest possible time. Use the
From the main charging screen,
Earliest setting to charge as soon as
touch Next Planned Departure.
possible if there is a planned
departure prior to the scheduled
departure time. Use the Latest
setting to optimize energy usage.
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Charge Rate Preference Selection will select when to charge to Electric Rate Plan Selection
From the main charging screen, minimize the total cost of the Electric rates, or cost per unit, may
touch Charge Rate Information and charge. vary based on time, weekday/
then touch Charge Rate Preference. . Charge during Off-Peak Rates: weekend, and season. During the
The vehicle will only charge day when the demand for electricity
during Off-Peak rate periods. is high, the rates are usually higher
Charging begins at the start time and are called Peak rates. At night
and is complete by the departure when the demand for electricity is
time only if sufficient time is allowed low, the rates are usually lower and
after the charge cord is plugged in. are called Off-Peak rates. In some
For example, if the vehicle is areas, a Mid-Peak rate is offered.
plugged in for only one hour prior to Contact the utility company to obtain
the departure time, and the battery the rate schedule for your area. The
is completely discharged, the summer and winter start dates must
Touch one of the following options
vehicle will not be fully charged by be established to use a summer/
to select the Charge Rate
the departure time regardless of the winter schedule.
Preference:
rate selection. From the Charge Rate Information
. Charge during Peak, Mid-Peak,
Also, if the selected electric rate screen, touch Electric Rate
and Off-Peak Rates: The vehicle
settings result in a very long charge Schedule.
can charge during any rate
completion time, the vehicle will
period to satisfy the next
start charging immediately upon
planned departure time.
plug-in. For example, if the electric
However, it will select when to
rate table is set up with all Peak
charge to minimize the total cost
rates and the rate preference is to
of the charge.
charge during Off-Peak rates only,
. Charge during Mid-Peak and then the vehicle will start charging
Off-Peak Rates: The vehicle will immediately upon plug-in.
charge during Off-Peak and/or
Mid-Peak rate periods only and
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To edit the Summer/Winter 1. Touch Weekday or Weekend

Schedule: Rates
1. Select Summer/Winter for the
Rate Schedule Type.
2. Touch Edit Electric Rate
Schedule.
To edit the Yearly Schedule:
1. Select Yearly for the Rate
2. Touch the summer icon.
Schedule Type.
2. Touch Edit Electric Rate 3. Touch y or z to set the
Schedule. month and day for the start of 2. Touch the rate time window to
summer. be changed.
Summer/Winter Schedule Start
Date Entering 4. Touch the winter icon. . Weekdays are Monday
5. Touch y or z to set the through Friday and use the
To toggle between a yearly
month and day for the start of same rate schedule.
schedule or a summer/winter
schedule, touch Rate winter. . Weekends are Saturday
Schedule Type. and Sunday and use the
6. Touch S to save changes. same rate schedule.
To edit the Rate Schedule Season
Start Dates: Electric Rate Schedule Editing Both weekday and weekend
From the Charge Rate Information schedules must be set. The rate
1. Touch Edit Electric Rate
Screen touch Electric Rate schedule only applies for a 24-hour
Schedule on the Electric Rate
Schedule. Select the season you period, starting at 12:00 AM and
Schedule Screen.
wish to edit if summer/winter rates ending at 12:00 AM. There can be
are selected. If yearly rate schedule five rate changes for each day; not
is selected no summer/winter icon all must be used.
will appear.
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The finish times must be Only the finish time can be edited.
consecutive. If a finish time does not The start time is automatically
follow a start time, the error populated in the rate table.
message displays An invalid entry
was found in the data entered. Temporary Charge Mode
Please re-enter data. Override and Cancel
Electric Rate Finish Time Editing Programmed Delayed Charge
Modes can be temporarily
From the Edit (Summer, Winter, overridden to an Immediate Charge
or Yearly) Electric Rate Schedule Mode for one charge cycle. Also, 2. Touch Charge Immediately at
screen, touch the row to change. the next planned departure time can Plug-In to temporarily override
be temporarily overridden for one to an Immediate Charge Mode.
charge cycle. In addition to the The Temporary Charge Mode Status
in-vehicle overrides via the center screen will automatically display the
stack, there are other ways to revised charge complete time.
temporarily override a Delayed
Charge Mode. See Plug-In
Charging 0 215.
Temporary Override of a Delayed
Charge Mode
1. Touch y or z to adjust To temporarily override a Delayed
the time. Charge Mode to Immediate Charge
Mode from inside the vehicle:
2. Touch Off-Peak, Mid-Peak,
or Peak to select the 1. Touch Temporary Override
electric rate. Options on the main charging To cancel the temporary override to
screen. Immediate, touch the X next to the
3. Touch S 3 to store changes. charge mode on the main charging
screen.
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Temporary Override of the Next The Temporary Departure Time can

Planned Departure Time only be updated for the same day
To temporarily override the Next as the original Next Planned
Planned Departure Time from inside Departure Time. Also, the vehicle
the vehicle: will not accept a Temporary
Departure Time that is before the
1. Touch Temporary Override present time of day.
Options on the main charging
screen. To cancel the temporary override of
the Next Planned Departure Time:
3. Touch y or z to change the . From the Temporary Override
Next Departure Time. Options screen, touch Cancel
4. Touch S 3 to confirm a Temporary Override Setting.
temporary override of the Next . From the main charging screen,
Planned Departure Time. touch the X on the right side of
The main charging screen will the respective override text.
automatically display the revised When you override to an
departure time and charge immediate charge mode, the X
complete time. will be on the far right side of
2. Touch Temporary Charge Mode. When you
Departure Time. override the departure time of
either delayed charge mode, the
X will be on the far right side of
Next Planned Departure.
Location Based Charging
This feature allows charging
settings to be customized when the
vehicle is at home or away from
home. The charge mode and charge
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level preference will update based To turn location based charging on Expiration
on vehicle location. See Charge or off: The charge level preference at the
Limit Preference Selection earlier in 1. Follow Steps 14 under Using home location is stored for up to
this section. The charging Location Based Charging to 90 days. After 90 days, a notification
customization settings will be the get to the Location Based will display on the screen and the
saved home profile settings at home Charging screen. charge level preference will need to
and Charge Immediate when away be reset for the next 90 days.
from home. 2. Touch ON or OFF to turn the
system on or off. Charging Interrupted or
Dashes display on the screen when
GPS is unavailable. Updating Home Location Overridden Pop-Up
Using Location Based Charging To update the home location:
To use location based charging, a 1. Follow Steps 14 under Using
home location must first be stored. Location Based Charging to
To store a home location: get to the Location Based
Charging screen.
1. From the Home screen, touch
Settings. 2. Choose Update Home
Location.
2. Touch Vehicle.
3. Choose:
3. Touch Energy.
Update : Use when the vehicle is The Charging Interrupted or
4. Touch Location Based parked in a new location. Overridden message will appear if
Charging. any of the following conditions
Cancel : Use to cancel this occur:
5. Touch Set Home Location. operation and make no changes.
6. A pop-up will confirm the . The charging settings have been
Remove : Use to remove the stored modified via OnStar through the
setting and the compass will be home location from the vehicle. This
lit. In addition, the Set Home website or the Mobile App. For
will turn the feature off because example, the Departure Time
Location will change to Update there will be no home location
Home Location. Tables, the Rate Tables, or the
stored.
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Charge Mode were updated When the Programmable Charging Energy Usage
using the customer website system is disabled, the main
(available in select regions). charging screen will display - -:- -
. There was an unintended loss of for the Charge Complete Time. The
AC power during the plug-in Programmable Charging system will
charge event. For example, be disabled if the Charge Complete
there was a power outage or the Time cannot be confidently
charge cord was unplugged from estimated. If the Programmable
the wall. Charging system is consistently
disabled, see your dealer.
. The charge process was
interrupted by the utility Energy Information The Energy Usage screen displays
company via OnStar as information for the total of all drive
authorized by the vehicle owner To view Energy Usage, Energy cycles since the last time the high
(available in select regions). Usage Score, and Energy Details, voltage battery was fully charged.
touch Energy on the infotainment This includes:
See Utility Interruption of
Charging 0 228. display, touch INFO, then touch h or . Distance traveled in
k. To reset the values, the high Electric Mode
Programmable Charging voltage battery needs to be fully
Disabled recharged. . Distance traveled in Extended
Range Mode
. Total distance traveled
. Electric energy used from the
battery
. Total fuel used
. Average fuel economy
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The electric equivalent to fuel Energy Usage Score . Outside Temperature includes
economy is MPGe. Touch MPG on the effect that hot or cold air has
the screen to view. When dashes on vehicle aerodynamics.
are displayed, the maximum limits to . Score is the sum of the
some values have been reached. individual scores.
The circle graph displays The individual scores provide an
the percentage of distance traveled understanding of how electric and
using Electric Mode versus fuel economy are different from
Extended Range Mode. The day-to-day, even when traveling the
Lifetime fuel economy is a total over same route.
the life of the vehicle and can only
The Energy Usage Score screen All values are reset after a complete
be reset by the dealer. The Energy
provides an estimate of the factors charge and may not be stable until
Usage information will also appear
that influence energy usage since approximately 10 miles have been
automatically on power off when
the last full charge of the high driven.
Retained Accessory Power is
voltage battery. A positive score is
active. This pop-up can be disabled. Energy Details
desired to reach the vehicles
See Energy Summary Pop-up
electric and fuel economy rating.
under Vehicle
Personalization 0 141. . Technique includes accelerating
and braking.
. Terrain includes road conditions,
such as hills, rain, and snow and
may be affected by wind and tire
pressure.
. Climate Settings includes how
the heating and air conditioning
are used. The Energy Details screen displays
how energy is being used since the
last time the high voltage battery
was fully charged. It includes
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Driving and Accessories, Climate o or p : Press to move between 4. Press V while an item is
Settings, and Battery Conditioning. the interactive display zones in the highlighted to select or
The circle graph displays cluster. Press o to go back to the deselect that item. When an
these percentages. The total energy item is selected, a checkmark
previous menu.
used displays at the bottom of the will appear next to it.
screen. V : Press to open a menu or select
a menu item. Press and hold to DIC Information Displays
Driver Information reset values on certain screens. The following is the list of all
Center (DIC) DIC Information Display possible DIC information displays.
Options Some of the information displays
The DIC is displayed in the may not be available for your
instrument cluster. It shows the The info displays on the DIC can be particular vehicle.
status of many vehicle systems. turned on or off through the
Settings menu. Trip A or Trip B and Average Fuel
Economy : The Trip display shows
1. Press V while viewing the the current distance traveled, in
Settings page in one of the either kilometers (km) or miles (mi),
interactive display zones on the since the trip odometer was last
cluster. reset. The trip odometer can be
2. Scroll to Info Pages and reset by pressing and holding V
press V. while this display is active.
3. Press w or x to move
through the list of possible info
displays.
w or x : Press to go to the
previous or next selection.
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The Average Fuel Economy display Oil Life : The Oil Life display shows Tire Pressure : Shows the
shows the approximate average an estimate of the oil's remaining approximate pressures of all four
liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) useful life. If REMAINING OIL LIFE tires. Tire pressure is displayed in
or miles per gallon (mpg). This 99% is displayed, that means 99% either kilopascal (kPa) or in pounds
number is calculated based on the of the current oil life remains. per square inch (psi). If the pressure
number of L/100 km (mpg) recorded When the remaining oil life is low, is low, the value for that tire is
since the last time this menu item the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON shown in amber. See Tire Pressure
was reset. This number reflects only message will appear on the display. Monitor System 0 280 and Tire
the approximate average fuel See Engine Oil Messages 0 134. Pressure Monitor Operation 0 281.
economy that the vehicle has right The oil should be changed as soon Average Speed : Shows the
now, and will change as driving as possible. See Engine Oil 0 243. average speed of the vehicle in
conditions change. The Average In addition to the engine oil life kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles
Fuel Economy can be reset along system monitoring the oil life, per hour (mph). This average is
with the trip odometer by pressing additional maintenance is calculated based on the various
and holding V while this display is recommended. See Maintenance vehicle speeds recorded since the
active. Schedule 0 326. last reset of this value. The average
Compass and Speed : Shows the Remember, the Oil Life display must speed can be reset by pressing and
direction the vehicle is driving and be reset after each oil change. It will holding V while this display is
the vehicle speed in either not reset itself. Also, be careful not active.
kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles to reset the Oil Life display Timer : This display can be used as
per hour (mph). accidentally at any time other than
a timer. To start the timer, press V
Total Range : Shows the remaining when the oil has just been changed.
It cannot be reset accurately until while this display is active. The
distance the vehicle can be driven display will show the amount of
combining the electric range and the next oil change. To reset the
engine oil life system, press and time that has passed since the timer
fuel range. was last reset. To stop the timer,
hold V for several seconds while
press V briefly while this display
the Oil Life display is active. See
Engine Oil Life System 0 245. is active and the timer is running.
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To reset the timer to zero, press and Vehicle Messages Battery and Charging
hold V while this display is active. Messages
Messages displayed on the DIC
Speed Limit : Shows the current indicate the status of the vehicle or
speed limit. The information for this
BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE
some action that may be needed to
page comes from a roadway correct a condition. Multiple This message displays when the
database. messages may appear one after vehicle has detected that the 12-volt
Follow Distance Indicator : The another. battery voltage has dropped and
current follow time to the vehicle vehicle features are being disabled.
The messages that do not require The 12-volt battery saver system
ahead is displayed as a time value immediate action can be
on this page. starts reducing certain features
acknowledged and cleared by trying to save the charge of the
Coolant Temperature : Shows the pressing V. 12-volt battery. Turn off unnecessary
engine coolant temperature in either features to allow the battery to
The messages that require
degrees Celsius (C) or degrees recharge.
immediate action cannot be cleared
Fahrenheit (F).
until that action is performed. CHARGE CORD CONNECTED
Blank Page : The Blank Page
All messages should be taken This message displays when the
display allows for no information to
seriously; clearing the message charge cord is connected to the
be displayed in the cluster info
does not correct the problem. vehicle. The vehicle cannot be
display areas.
The following are the possible shifted out of P (Park) with the
messages and some information charge cord connected.
about them.
CHARGE DOOR OPEN
This message displays when the
charge door is open and the vehicle
is shifted out of P (Park). The
charge door should be kept fully
closed when the vehicle is not
charging.
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LOW BATTERY RELEASE PARKING BRAKE Compass Messages

This message displays when the This message displays if the Electric Dashes may be displayed if the
12-volt battery voltage is low. See Parking Brake is on while the vehicle temporarily loses
Battery - North America 0 256. vehicle is in motion. Release it communication with the Global
before attempting to drive. See Positioning System (GPS).
SERVICE BATTERY Electric Parking Brake 0 188.
CHARGING SYSTEM
SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST Cruise Control Messages
This message displays when there
is a fault in the 12-volt battery This message displays when there CRUISE SET TO XXX
charging system. See your dealer is a problem with the brake boost This message displays when the
for service. system. When this message cruise control is set and shows the
displays, the brake pedal may be speed it was set to. See Cruise
SERVICE HIGH VOLTAGE harder to push and the stopping
CHARGING SYSTEM Control 0 194.
distance may be longer. See your
This message displays when there dealer for service.
Door Ajar Messages
is a problem with the high voltage SERVICE PARKING BRAKE
charging system. See your dealer DOOR OPEN
for service. This message displays when there
is a problem with the Electric A door open symbol will be
Parking Brake. See your dealer for displayed on the DIC showing which
Brake System Messages door is open. If the vehicle has been
service.
BRAKE FLUID LOW shifted out of P (Park), a DOOR
STEP ON BRAKE TO OPEN message will also be
This message displays when the RELEASE PARK BRAKE displayed. The DOOR OPEN
brake fluid level is low. See Brake message may also be displayed if
Fluid 0 254. This message displays when the vehicle starts to move. Close the
attempting to release the Electric door completely.
Parking Brake without the brake
pedal applied. See Electric Parking
Brake 0 188.
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HOOD OPEN Engine Cooling System Engine Oil Messages

This message will display along with Messages CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON
a hood open symbol when the hood
is open. Close the hood completely. ENGINE OVERHEATED This message displays when the
REDUCE SPEED engine oil needs to be changed.
TRUNK OPEN After changing the engine oil, the
This message will display along with engine coolant temperature or Engine Oil Life System must be
a symbol when the hatch is open. engine oil is too hot. Reduce speed reset. See Engine Oil Life System
Close the hatch completely. and allow the vehicle to cool down. 0 245 and Driver Information Center
(DIC) 0 130 for information on how
Electric Drive Unit ENGINE OVERHEATED to reset the system. See Engine Oil
TURN VEHICLE OFF 0 243 and Maintenance
Messages Schedule 0 326.
This message displays and a
SHIFT FROM NEUTRAL continuous chime sounds if the OIL PRESSURE LOW TURN
This message displays when the engine cooling system reaches VEHICLE OFF
vehicle should be shifted from unsafe temperatures for operation.
Stop and turn off the vehicle as This message displays if low oil
N (Neutral). If the vehicle remains in pressure levels occur. Stop the
electric neutral at low vehicle soon as it is safe to do so to avoid
severe damage. This message vehicle as soon as safely possible
speeds, the vehicle will not be able and do not operate it until the cause
to charge the high voltage battery. clears when the engine has cooled
to a safe operating temperature. of the low oil pressure has been
SHIFT TO PARK corrected. Check the oil as soon as
ENGINE RUNNING DUE TO possible and see your dealer for
This message displays when the TEMPERATURE service.
vehicle should be shifted to
P (Park). This may appear when This message displays when the
attempting to turn off the vehicle high voltage battery is charged but
when it is not in P (Park). the engine has to come on because
of the outside temperature or high
voltage battery temperature.
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Fuel System Messages TIGHTEN GAS CAP NO REMOTE DETECTED

CLOSE FUEL DOOR This message displays when the This message displays when the
fuel cap is not on tight. Tighten the transmitter battery may be weak.
This message displays when the fuel cap. See Starting the Vehicle with a Low
fuel door is open and the vehicle is Transmitter Battery under Remote
moving. WAIT TO REFUEL Keyless Entry (RKE) System
This message displays when the Operation 0 30.
ENGINE NOT AVAILABLE
fuel system is pressurized. You
ADD FUEL must wait to refuel the vehicle until
NO REMOTE DETECTED
This message displays when the this message goes off. PRESS BRAKE TO RESTART
engine is not available due to This message displays when
running out of fuel. The vehicle can Key and Lock Messages attempting to turn off the vehicle
continue to be driven in Electric and the RKE transmitter is no longer
Mode until the battery is depleted, NO REMOTE KEY WAS detected. Restarting is allowed
but will have reduced acceleration. DETECTED PLACE KEY IN without the RKE transmitter for
When this message is displayed, TRANSMITTER POCKET THEN five minutes. Press the brake pedal
refuel the vehicle. See Out of Fuel/ START YOUR VEHICLE and ENGINE START/STOP to
Engine Unavailable 0 183. restart the vehicle.
This message displays when trying
FUEL LEVEL LOW to start the vehicle if an RKE NUMBER OF KEYS
transmitter is not detected. The PROGRAMMED
transmitter battery may be weak.
vehicle is low on fuel. Refuel as This message displays when
See Starting the Vehicle with a Low
soon as possible. programming new keys to the
Transmitter Battery under Remote
READY TO REFUEL Keyless Entry (RKE) System vehicle.
Operation 0 30. REMOTE LEFT IN VEHICLE
fuel system is depressurized and This message displays when
the vehicle can be refueled. leaving the vehicle with the RKE
transmitter still inside.
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REPLACE BATTERY IN Object Detection System This message may also be

REMOTE KEY displayed if there is a problem with
Messages the StabiliTrak system. See Traction
This message displays when the Control/Electronic Stability
battery in the RKE transmitter needs FORWARD COLLISION
SYSTEM OFF Control 0 192.
to be replaced.
This message displays when FORWARD COLLISION
Lamp Messages Forward Automatic Braking (FAB) ALERT OFF
has been turned off or set to Alert. This message displays when the
AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL See Forward Automatic Braking
ON/OFF Forward Collision Alert has been
(FAB) 0 210. turned off.
A message will display when the FORWARD COLLISION
automatic light control has been FRONT CAMERA BLOCKED
turned on or off.
SYSTEM UNAVAILABLE CLEAN WINDSHIELD
This message displays when This message displays when the
CHECK LAMP or LAMP Forward Automatic Braking (FAB)
FAILURE camera is blocked. Cleaning the
has been unavailable for some time. outside of the windshield behind the
Depending on the lamp, one of FAB does not need service. This rearview mirror may correct the
these messages may display. See message can display under the issue. The Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
Bulb Replacement 0 260. following conditions: and the Lane Departure Warning
. The front of the vehicle or (LDW) system will not operate.
TURN SIGNAL ON
windshield is not clean. Keep Forward Collision Alert (FCA) and
This message displays if the turn these areas clean and free of Forward Automatic Braking (FAB)
signal has been left on. Turn off the mud, dirt, snow, ice, and slush. may not work or may not work
turn signal. For cleaning instructions, see as well.
Exterior Care 0 314.
. Heavy rain or snow is interfering
with the object detection
performance.
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LANE CHANGE ALERT OFF SERVICE FORWARD SERVICE SIDE DETECTION

This message indicates that the COLLISION SYSTEM SYSTEM
driver has turned the Side Blind If this message displays, see your If this message remains on after
Zone Alert (SBZA) and Lane dealer for service . Forward continued driving, the vehicle needs
Change Alert (LCA) systems off. Collision Alert (FCA) and/or the service. Side Blind Zone Alert
Forward Automatic Braking (FAB) (SBZA), Lane Change Alert (LCA),
LANE KEEPING ASSIST System may not work. Do not use and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
UNAVAILABLE these systems until the vehicle has features will not work. See your
This message displays when the been repaired. dealer for service.
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) and Lane
Departure Warning (LDW) system is SERVICE FRONT CAMERA SIDE DETECTION SYSTEM
temporarily unavailable. The LKA If this message remains on after UNAVAILABLE
system does not need service. continued driving, see your dealer This message indicates that Side
This message could be due to the for service. Do not use the Lane Blind Zone Alert (SBZA), Lane
camera being blocked. Clean the Keep Assist (LKA), Lane Departure Change Alert (LCA), and Rear
outside of the windshield behind the Warning (LDW), Forward Automatic Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) are
rearview mirror. Braking (FAB), and Forward disabled either because the sensor
Collision Alert (FCA) features. is blocked and cannot detect
PARK ASSIST OFF vehicles in the blind zone, or the
SERVICE PARK ASSIST vehicle is passing through an open
Parking Assist system has been This message displays if there is a area, such as the desert, where
turned off or when there is a problem with the Parking Assist there is insufficient data for
temporary condition causing the system. Do not use this system to operation. This message may also
system to be disabled. help you park. See your dealer for activate during heavy rain or due to
service. road spray. The vehicle does not
need service. For cleaning, see
"Washing the Vehicle" under
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Propulsion Power This message can display when safe to drive, but the StabiliTrak
driving in mountainous terrain system is not operational. See
Messages without using Mountain Mode or by Traction Control/Electronic Stability
PROPULSION POWER IS not entering Mountain Mode soon Control 0 192 for information on
REDUCED enough to build a sufficient battery resetting the system.
charge reserve before climbing
This message displays when the steep grades. This is normal SERVICE TRACTION
propulsion power is reduced and operation to protect the high voltage CONTROL
can affect the ability to accelerate. battery. Only if both the This message displays when there
If this message is on, but there is no PROPULSION POWER IS is a problem detected with the
reduction in performance, proceed REDUCED message and the Traction Control System (TCS). The
to your destination. The malfunction indicator lamp are on vehicle is safe to drive, but the TCS
performance may be reduced the should the vehicle be taken to the is not operational. See Traction
next time the vehicle is driven. The dealer for service. Control/Electronic Stability Control
vehicle may be driven at a reduced 0 192 for information on resetting
speed while this message is on, but While climbing the grade with this
message displayed, the vehicle the system.
maximum acceleration and speed
may be reduced. If this message speed may be reduced until the STABILITRAK OFF
stays on when the malfunction engine can recover the battery state
of charge to a normal level. See This message displays when
indicator lamp is on, the vehicle
Mountain Mode under Driver StabiliTrak is turned off. Adjust your
should be taken to your dealer for
Selected Operating Modes 0 181. driving accordingly.
service as soon as possible.
This message can display when the TRACTION CONTROL OFF
Ride Control System
vehicle is parked during extreme This message displays when the
cold conditions without plugging-in. Messages Traction Control System (TCS) is
While driving the vehicle with this SERVICE STABILITRAK turned off. Adjust your driving
message displayed, the vehicle accordingly.
speed may be reduced until the high This message displays when there
voltage battery is conditioned. is a problem detected with the
StabiliTrak system. The vehicle is
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TRACTION CONTROL ON Service Vehicle Messages SERVICE HEATER SOON

This message displays when the ENGINE MAINTENANCE XXX% This message displays if there is a
Traction Control System (TCS) is problem with the heater system.
turned on.
COMPLETE See your dealer for service.
Airbag System Messages Engine Maintenance Mode is SERVICE POWER STEERING
running. See Engine Maintenance This message displays and a chime
SERVICE AIRBAG Mode (EMM) under Maintenance may sound when there may be a
This message displays if there is a Modes 0 183. problem with the power steering
problem with the airbag system. See system. If this message displays
ENGINE NOT AVAILABLE and a reduction in steering
your dealer for service. SERVICE SOON performance or loss of power
Security Messages This message displays when the steering assistance is noticed, see
engine is not available due to a your dealer for service.
SERVICE THEFT ALARM malfunction that will not allow the
engine to start. The vehicle can SERVICE VEHICLE SOON
This message displays if there is a
continue to be driven in Electric This message displays if there is a
problem with the alarm. See your
Mode until the battery is depleted, problem with the vehicle. See your
dealer for service.
but will have reduced acceleration. dealer for service. Depending on the
SERVICE THEFT DETERRENT When this message is displayed, severity of a crash, this message
SYSTEM the vehicle should be taken to your may come on along with the airbag
dealer for service as soon as readiness light.
This message displays if there is a possible. See Out of Fuel/Engine
problem with the theft-deterrent Unavailable 0 183.
system. See your dealer for service.
SERVICE AC SYSTEM
problem with the air conditioning
system. See your dealer for service.
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Starting the Vehicle Tire Messages If a tire pressure message appears

on the DIC, stop as soon as
Messages SERVICE TIRE MONITOR possible. Inflate the tires by adding
PRESS BRAKE TO START SYSTEM air until the tire pressure is equal to
VEHICLE the values shown on the Tire and
Loading Information label. See Tires
This message displays when problem with the Tire Pressure
0 271, Vehicle Load Limits 0 171,
attempting to start the vehicle Monitor System (TPMS). See Tire
and Tire Pressure 0 278.
without first pressing the brake Pressure Monitor Operation 0 281.
pedal. More than one tire pressure
TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE message can appear at a time. The
PRESS BUTTON AGAIN TO This message displays when the DIC also shows the tire pressure
TURN ENGINE OFF system is learning new tires. See values. See Driver Information
Tire Pressure Monitor Center (DIC) 0 130.
This message displays as a
Operation 0 281.
reminder to press POWER O to turn Vehicle Reminder
the vehicle off when an attempt is TIRE PRESSURE LOW ADD
made to turn off the vehicle while it AIR TO TIRE Messages
is in motion. ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE
SERVICE KEYLESS START pressure in one or more of the tires WITH CARE
SYSTEM is low. This message is displayed when ice
This message is displayed if there is This message also displays LEFT conditions are possible.
a problem with the pushbutton start FRONT, RIGHT FRONT, LEFT
system. See your dealer for service. REAR, or RIGHT REAR to indicate Vehicle Speed Messages
the location of the low tire.
SPEED LIMITED TO XXX
The low tire pressure warning light
will also come on. See Tire This message displays when the
Pressure Light 0 115. vehicle speed is limited.
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Vehicle Personalization Menus Time and Date

The following list of menu items may Manually set the time and date. See
Personalization be available: Clock 0 98.
Use the audio system controls to . Time and Date
access the personalization menus Language (Language)
for customizing vehicle features. . Language (Language) Select Language, then select from
The following are all possible . Teen Driver the available language(s).
personalization features. Depending . Valet Mode Teen Driver
on the vehicle, some may not be
available. . Radio Select and the following may
. Vehicle display:
Manual Radio Controls
. Bluetooth . View Report Card
MENU : Press the center of the
knob to enter menus and select . Apple CarPlay . Manage Settings
menu items. Turn the knob to scroll . Android Auto . Change PIN
through the menus. .
. USB Auto Launch Key Registration
o BACK : Press to return to the . Clear All Teen Keys/PIN
previous menu or exit. . Voice
. Display View Report Card
Touchscreen Controls
. Rear Camera This allows the drivers driving
1. Touch the desired feature to
habits to be viewed. See Teen
display a list of available . Return to Factory Settings Driver in Settings in the
options. . Software Information Infotainment Manual.
2. Touch to select the desired
Each menu is detailed in the
feature setting.
following information.
3. Press o BACK on the
faceplate or touch 0 to return
to the previous menu or exit.
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Manage Settings Key Registration Radio

Select and the following may This allows the key to be registered. Select and the following may
display: See Teen Driver in Settings in display:
. Audio Volume Limit the Infotainment Manual. . Manage Favorites
. Teen Driver Speed Warning Clear All Teen Keys/PIN . Number of Favorites Shown
Audio Volume Limit This allows all Teen Driver keys and . Auto Volume
PINs to be cleared.
This allows a maximum radio . Maximum Startup Volume
volume to be set. Select Continue or Cancel.
. Audio Cue Volume
Select Off or On. Valet Mode
Manage Favorites
Teen Driver Speed Warning This will lock the infotainment
system and steering wheel controls. This allows favorites to be edited.
This allows a warning to be set It may also limit access to vehicle See Manage Favorites in
when a certain speed is exceeded. storage locations (if equipped). Settings under Radio in the
infotainment manual.
Select Off or On. If On is selected, To enable valet mode:
select a speed between 64 km/h Number of Favorites Shown
(40 mph) and 120 km/h (75 mph). 1. Enter a four-digit code on the
keypad. Select to set the number of favorites
Change PIN to display.
2. Select Enter to go to the
This allows the Personal confirmation screen. Select the desired number or select
Identification Number (PIN) to be Auto and the infotainment system
3. Re-enter the four-digit code. will automatically adjust the number
changed. See Teen Driver in
Settings in the Infotainment Press LOCK or UNLOCK to lock or of favorites shown.
Manual. unlock the system. Press Back to go
back to the previous menu. Auto Volume
This feature adjusts the volume
based on vehicle speed and
ambient noise.
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Select Off, Low, Medium-Low, . Power Door Locks Select Off or On.
Medium, Medium-High, or High. . Remote Lock, Unlock, Start Auto Defog
Maximum Startup Volume Climate and Air Quality When set to On, the front defog will
This feature sets the maximum Select and the following may automatically come on when the
startup volume. If the vehicle is display: vehicle is started.
started and the volume is greater Select Off or On.
than this level, the volume is . Auto Fan Speed
adjusted to this level. To set the . Auto Heated Seats Engine Assist Heat
maximum startup volume, touch + If equipped, this feature selects the
or to increase or decrease. . Auto Defog
outside temperature level at which
. Engine Assist Heat the engine may run to assist heating
Audio Cue Volume
. Engine Assist Heat Plugged In in Electric Mode. A change in
This feature sets the volume of selection will not take effect until
audio files played at system startup Auto Fan Speed after the vehicle is first
and shutdown. powered down.
This feature will set the maximum
Select On, then select + or to auto fan speed. Select On for temperatures below
increase or decrease the volume. approximately 2 C (35 F), or select
Select Low, Medium, or High.
Vehicle Deferred for temperatures below
Auto Heated Seats approximately 10 C (15 F).
Select and the following may
When enabled, the AUTO heated Engine Assist Heat Plugged In
display:
seat buttons on the touch screen
. Climate and Air Quality will be highlighted. This feature will During remote start, this feature
. automatically activate heated seats turns on or off the ability for the
Collision/Detection Systems
at the level required by the interior engine to run to help heat the
. Comfort and Convenience temperature. The auto heated seats vehicle when it is plugged in.
. Energy can be turned off by using the A change in setting will not take
heated seat buttons on the center effect until after the vehicle is first
. Lighting stack. powered down.
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Select Off or On. Select Off or On. See Assistance Energy

Systems for Parking or Select and the following may
Collision/Detection Systems Backing 0 204. display:
display: Lane Change Alert . Location Based Charging
. Auto Collision Preparation or This allows the Lane Change Alert . Energy Summary Pop-up
Forward Collision System feature to be turned on or off.
. Charge Status Feedback
. Rear Cross Traffic Alert Select Off or On. See Lane Change
Alert (LCA) 0 211. . Charge Cord Theft Alert
. Lane Change Alert . Charge Power Loss Alert
Comfort and Convenience
Auto Collision Preparation or Location Based Charging
Forward Collision System Select and the following may
display: This allows the feature to be turned
This feature will turn on or off the on or off.
. Chime Volume
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) and
Forward Automatic Braking (FAB). . Extended Hill Start Assist Select Update Home Location, On,
The Off setting disables all FCA and or Off.
FAB functions. With the Alert and Chime Volume
Energy Summary Pop-up
Brake setting, both FCA and FAB This allows the selection of the
are available. The Alert setting chime volume level. This allows the feature to be turned
disables FAB. See Forward on or off.
Select + or to adjust the volume.
Automatic Braking (FAB) 0 210. Select Off or On.
Select Off, Alert, or Alert and Brake. Extended Hill Start Assist
Charge Status Feedback
This allows the duration of the Hill
Rear Cross Traffic Alert Start Assist to be changed. See If the feature is on, horn chirps
This allows the Rear Cross Traffic Extended Hill Start Assist (EHSA) are on.
Alert to be turned on or off. in Hill Start Assist (HSA) 0 190. Select Off or On.
Select Extended Hold or
Standard Hold.
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Charge Cord Theft Alert Exit Lighting Delayed Door Lock

This allows the feature to be turned This allows the selection of how When on, this feature will delay the
on or off. long the exterior lamps stay on locking of the doors. To override the
Select Off or On. when leaving the vehicle when it is delay, press the power door lock
dark outside. switch on the door.
Charge Power Loss Alert Select Off, 30 Seconds, 60 Select Off or On.
This allows the feature to be turned Seconds, or 120 Seconds.
on or off. Remote Lock, Unlock, Start
Power Door Locks Select and the following may
Select Off or On.
Select and the following may display:
Lighting display: . Remote Unlock Light Feedback
Select and the following may . Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout . Remote Lock Feedback
display: . Auto Door Unlock . Remote Door Unlock
. Vehicle Locator Lights . Delayed Door Lock . Remote Start Auto Heat Seats
. Exit Lighting
Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout . Remote Window Operation
Vehicle Locator Lights When on, this feature will keep the . Passive Door Unlock
This feature will flash the exterior driver door from locking when the
lamps and allows some of the door is open. If Off is selected, the . Passive Door Lock
exterior lamps and most of the Delayed Door Lock menu will be . Remote Left in Vehicle Alert
interior lamps to turn on briefly available.
Remote Unlock Light Feedback
when K on the Remote Keyless Select Off or On.
Entry (RKE) transmitter is pressed When on, the exterior lamps will
to locate the vehicle. Auto Door Unlock flash when unlocking the vehicle
This allows selection of which of the with the RKE transmitter.
Select Off or On.
doors will automatically unlock when Select Off or Flash Lights.
the vehicle is shifted into P (Park).
Select Off, All Doors, or Driver Door.
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Remote Lock Feedback Passive Door Unlock . Voice Mail Numbers

This allows selection of what type of This allows the selection of what . Text Message
feedback is given when locking the doors will unlock when using the
vehicle with the RKE transmitter. door handle touch pad button on the Pair New Device
Select Off, Lights and Horn, Lights driver door to unlock the vehicle. Select to pair a new device. See
Only, or Horn Only. Select All Doors or Driver Door. Pairing in Infotainment Controls
under Bluetooth in the infotainment
Remote Door Unlock Passive Door Lock manual.
This allows selection of which doors This allows passive locking to be Device Management
will unlock when pressing K on the turned on or off and selects
feedback. See Passive Locking in Select to connect to a different
RKE transmitter. phone source, disconnect a phone,
Select All Doors or Driver Door. System Operation 0 30. or delete a phone.
Remote Start Auto Heat Seats Select Off, On with Horn Ringtones
If equipped and turned on, this Chirp, or On. Select to change the ring tone for
feature will turn the heated seats on Remote Left in Vehicle Alert the specific phone. The phone does
when using remote start on not need to be connected to change
cold days. This feature sounds an alert when the ring tone.
the RKE transmitter is left in the
Select Off or On. vehicle. Voice Mail Numbers
Remote Window Operation Select Off or On. This feature displays the voice mail
number for all connected phones.
This allows the window to be Bluetooth To change the voice mail number,
opened when pressing and select EDIT and type in a new
holding K on the RKE transmitter. Select and the following may
display: number, then select SAVE.
See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation 0 30. . Pair New Device
Select Off or On. . Device Management
. Ringtones
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Text Message . Manage Android Auto Devices Confidence Threshold

This feature allows text messages Android Auto This feature allows the adjustment
to be received. See Text of the sensitivity of the speech
Messaging under Phone in the This feature allows Android devices recognition system.
infotainment manual. to be connected to the infotainment
system through a USB port. Select Confirm More or
Select Off or On. Confirm Less.
Select Off or On.
Apple CarPlay Prompt Length
Manage Android Auto Devices
Select and the following may This feature adjusts the voice
Select to manage Android devices. prompt length.
display: Android Auto must be on for this
. Apple CarPlay feature to be accessed. Select Short or Long.
. Manage Apple CarPlay Devices USB Auto Launch Audio Feedback Speed
Apple CarPlay This allows Android and Apple This feature adjusts the audio
CarPlay devices to automatically feedback speed.
This feature allows Apple devices to
be connected to the infotainment connect when plugged into the Select Slow, Medium, or Fast.
system through a USB port. USB port.
Display
Select Off or On. Select Off or On.
Manage Apple CarPlay Devices Voice display:
Select to manage Apple devices. Select and the following may . Mode
Apple CarPlay must be on for this display:
. Proximity Sensing
feature to be accessed. . Confidence Threshold
. Calibrate Touchscreen
Android Auto . Prompt Length
. Turn Display Off
Select and the following may . Audio Feedback Speed
display:
. Android Auto
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Mode Guidance Lines Restore Radio Settings

Select to change the display screen Select to turn Off or On. See This allows selection to restore
for day or night driving. Assistance Systems for Parking or radio settings.
Select Auto, Day, or Night. Backing 0 204. Select Restore or Cancel.
Proximity Sensing Rear Park Assist Symbols
Software Information
When on, certain screen buttons Select to turn Off or On. See
Select to view the infotainment
and features will become visible Assistance Systems for Parking or
system current software information.
when a hand approaches the Backing 0 204.
screen. Return to Factory Settings
Select Off, On, or On - Map Only. Select and the following may
Calibrate Touchscreen display:
Select to calibrate the touchscreen, . Restore Vehicle Settings
then follow the prompts. . Clear All Private Data
Turn Display Off . Restore Radio Settings
Select to turn the display off. Touch Restore Vehicle Settings
anywhere on the display area or
This allows selection of restoring
press any faceplate button to turn
vehicle settings.
the display on.
Select Restore or Cancel.
Rear Camera
Clear All Private Data
display: This allows selection to clear all
private information from the vehicle.
. Guidance Lines
Select Delete or Cancel.
. Rear Park Assist Symbols
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Lighting 149
Lighting Exterior Lighting 5 : Turns on the headlamps

together with the parking lamps and
Exterior Lamp Controls instrument panel lights.
Exterior Lighting IntelliBeam System
Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . 149
Headlamp High/Low-Beam If equipped, this system turns the
Changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 vehicle's high-beam headlamps on
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 and off according to surrounding
Daytime Running traffic conditions.
Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 The system turns the high-beam
Automatic Headlamp headlamps on when it is dark
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 enough and there is no other traffic
Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . 152 present.
Turn and Lane-Change
The exterior lamp control is on the
Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
instrument panel to the left of the
Interior Lighting steering column.
Instrument Panel Illumination There are four positions.
Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Dome Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 O : Turns the exterior lamps off.
Reading Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 AUTO : Turns the exterior lamps on
and off automatically depending on This light comes on in the
Lighting Features instrument cluster when the
outside lighting.
Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 IntelliBeam system is enabled.
Exit Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 ; : Turns on the parking lamps
Battery Power Protection . . . . . 155 including all lamps, except the
headlamps.
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150 Lighting
Turning On and Enabling The high-beam headlamps remain reactivated. See Headlamp
IntelliBeam on, under the automatic control, High/Low-Beam Changer 0 151
until one of the following situations and Flash-to-Pass 0 151.
occurs: The high beams may not turn off
. The system detects an automatically if the system cannot
approaching vehicle's detect another vehicle's lamps
headlamps. because of any of the following:
. The system detects a preceding . The other vehicle's lamps are
vehicle's taillamps. missing, damaged, obstructed
. The outside light is bright from view, or otherwise
enough that high-beam undetected.
To enable the IntelliBeam system, headlamps are not required. . The other vehicle's lamps are
press b on the turn signal lever . The vehicle's speed drops below covered with dirt, snow, and/or
when the exterior lamp control is in 20 km/h (12 mph). road spray.
AUTO or 5. The blue high-beam . The IntelliBeam system is . The other vehicle's lamps cannot
on light appears on the instrument disabled by the high/low-beam be detected due to dense
cluster when the high beams are on. changer or the flash-to-pass exhaust, smoke, fog, snow, road
feature. If this happens, spray, mist, or other airborne
Driving with IntelliBeam obstructions.
The system only activates the high press b on the turn signal
lever when the exterior . The vehicle's windshield is dirty,
beams when driving over 40 km/h cracked, or obstructed by
(25 mph). lamp control is in the
something that blocks the view
AUTO or 5 position to
There is a sensor near the top of the light sensor.
reactivate the IntelliBeam
center of the windshield that . The vehicle is loaded such that
system. The instrument cluster
automatically controls the system. the front end points upward,
light will come on to indicate
Keep this area of the windshield causing the light sensor to aim
the IntelliBeam system is
clear of debris to allow for best high and not detect headlamps
system performance. and taillamps.
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Lighting 151
. The vehicle is being driven on To flash the high beams, pull the When the vehicle is on and you are
winding or hilly roads. turn signal lever toward you stopped, the DRL can be turned off
The IntelliBeam system may need to momentarily and then release it. by moving the shift lever to P (Park).
be disabled if any of the above The DRL will stay off until the shift
conditions exist. Daytime Running lever is moved out of the P (Park)
position.
Lamps (DRL)
Headlamp High/ The DRL system comes on in
The regular headlamp system
should be turned on when needed.
Low-Beam Changer daylight when the following
2 3 : Push the turn signal lever conditions are met:
Automatic Headlamp
away from you and release, to turn . The vehicle is on.
the high beams on. To return to low
System
. The exterior lamp control is in
beams, push the lever again or pull the automatic position. When the exterior lamp control is
it toward you and release. set to AUTO and it is dark enough
. The electric drive unit is not in outside, the headlamps come on
P (Park). automatically.
. The light sensor determines it is
daytime.
Fully functional DRL are required on
all vehicles first sold in Canada.
This indicator light turns on in the When the DRL are on, the taillamps,
instrument cluster when the sidemarker lamps, instrument panel
high-beam headlamps are on. lights, and other lamps will not be
on. The instrument cluster will be lit.
Flash-to-Pass When the exterior lamp control is
The flash-to-pass feature works with turned to the headlamp position, the
the low beams or Daytime Running low-beam headlamps come on. The
Lamps (DRL) on or off. other lamps that come on with the
headlamps will also come on.
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152 Lighting
There is a light sensor on top of the The automatic headlamp system Hazard Warning Flashers
instrument panel. Do not cover the turns off when the exterior lamp
sensor, otherwise the headlamps control is turned to O or the ignition
will come on when they are not is off.
needed.
The system may also turn on the
Lights On with Wipers
headlamps when driving through a If the windshield wipers are
parking garage or tunnel. activated in daylight with the vehicle
pushbutton start in the ON/RUN
If the vehicle is started in a dark
position, and the exterior lamp
garage, the automatic headlamp
control is in AUTO, the headlamps,
system comes on immediately. If it
parking lamps, and other exterior
is light outside when the vehicle
lamps come on. The transition time
leaves the garage, there is a slight
for the lamps coming on varies
delay before the automatic
based on wiper speed. When the
headlamp system changes to the
wipers are not operating, these | : Press to make the front and
DRL. During that delay, the
lamps turn off. Move the exterior rear turn signal lamps flash on and
instrument cluster may not be as
bright as usual. Make sure the lamp control to O or ; to disable off. This warns others that you are
instrument panel brightness control this feature. having trouble.
is in the full bright position. See Press | again to turn the
Instrument Panel Illumination
flashers off.
Control 0 153.
When it is bright enough outside,
the headlamps will turn off or may
change to Daytime Running
Lamps (DRL).
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Lighting 153
Turn and Lane-Change Raise or lower the lever until the Interior Lighting
arrow starts to flash to signal a lane
Signals change. Hold it there until the lane
change is complete. If the lever is Instrument Panel
moved momentarily to the lane Illumination Control
change position, the arrow will flash
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
Move the lever all the way up or may be burned out.
down to signal a turn. Have any burned out bulbs
An arrow on the instrument cluster replaced. If a bulb is not burned out, The brightness of the instrument
will flash in the direction of the turn check the fuse. See Instrument panel cluster display, infotainment
or lane change. Panel Fuse Block 0 266. display and controls, steering wheel
controls, and all other illuminated
controls, as well as feature status
indicators can be adjusted.
The knob for this feature is on the
instrument panel beside the steering
column.
Turn the knob clockwise or
counterclockwise to brighten or dim
the lights.
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154 Lighting
Dome Lamps + ON/OFF : Press to turn the dome

lamps on manually.
Reading Lamps
There are front and rear reading
lamps.
The rear reading lamps are in the

headliner.
The dome lamp controls are in the Press the button near each lamp to
overhead console. turn the rear reading lamps on
To operate, press the following or off.
buttons:
j OFF : Press to turn off the The front reading lamps are in the
dome lamps when a door is open.
overhead console.
An LED indicator on the button will
turn on when the dome lamp Press the lamp lenses to turn the
override is activated. Press j front reading lamps on or off.
OFF again to deactivate this feature
and the LED indicator will turn off.
The dome lamps will come on when
doors are opened.
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Lighting 155
Lighting Features Battery Power Protection

The battery saver feature is
Entry Lighting designed to protect the vehicle's
Some exterior lamps and the interior 12-volt battery.
lights turn on briefly at night when If the exterior lamps or any interior
the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) lamp is left on and the vehicle is
transmitter K is pressed. The lights turned off, the battery rundown
turn off immediately when POWER protection system automatically
O is pressed or automatically after a turns the lamps off after about
brief period. 10 minutes.
Exit Lighting
Some exterior lamps come on at
night when the vehicle is turned off
and the driver door is opened.
Some interior lights also come on
when the vehicle is turned off. The
exterior lamps and interior lights
remain on after the door is closed
for a brief period and then turn off.
The exit lighting feature can be
changed. See Vehicle
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156 Infotainment System
Infotainment Introduction
System Infotainment
Your vehicle has an infotainment
Introduction system. See the infotainment
Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 manual.
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Climate Controls 157
Climate Controls Climate Control defrost capability obtained by

running the engine, even if the high
Systems voltage battery is adequately
charged. Under these conditions,
Climate Control Systems
Automatic Climate Control Automatic Climate the engine will start and use fuel.
Make sure there is fuel in the tank.
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157 Control System
Do not allow the vehicle to remain in
Air Vents The heating, cooling, and ventilation extreme temperatures for long
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162 for the vehicle can be controlled periods without being driven or
with this system. plugged in.
Maintenance
Passenger Compartment Air The vehicle may require the use of
Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162 an auxiliary heat source under
certain cold conditions. This
provides additional heating and
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158 Climate Controls
climate control settings may not

have a noticeable effect on the
vehicle electric range and fuel
economy.
When in Fan Only mode, the AUTO
indicator light will be on. When
AUTO is selected in Fan Only
mode, the mode will change to
either eco or MAX.
When in Fan Only mode, the air
conditioning system may turn on
automatically if the high voltage
battery is being cooled. The climate
1. Manual Fan Control Knob 12. Rear Window Defogger control system could blow cold air.
2. MAX Defrost Climate Mode Operation This is normal. To prevent cold air
from blowing into the interior, turn off
3. Defrost/Defog There are three climate mode the fan control and select the vent
4. AUTO (Automatic Operation) settings: Fan Only, eco, and MAX. mode and manual recirculation
These settings adjust the impact the mode, and close the air vents.
5. Recirculation climate control system has on the
6. eco Climate Mode Button vehicle's electric range or fuel When in Fan Only mode, if Auto
economy. Defog is enabled, the air
7. Temperature Control Knob conditioning and electric heat may
To select a climate mode, turn on when high humidity
8. Driver and Passenger Heated press eco.
Seats (If Equipped) conditions exist. See Climate and
Fan Only Mode : To select this Air Quality under Vehicle
9. MAX Climate Mode Button mode, turn off both eco and MAX Personalization 0 141 for more
10. Power Button mode. The air conditioning and information on the Auto Defog
11. Air Delivery Mode Controls electric heat are turned off. As long selection. The air conditioning may
as 0 MAX is not selected, the also run if 0 MAX is selected.
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eco Mode : Press eco to select this Automatic Operation control. Press AUTO to return to
mode and the indicator will be lit. The system automatically controls automatic operation. Press O to turn
The air conditioning and electric the fan speed, air delivery mode, off the fan and the climate control
heat are controlled to balance and recirculation to heat or cool the system.
comfort with fuel economy. As long vehicle to the selected temperature. If the power is turned off while in
as 0 MAX is not selected, the
When the AUTO indicator light is eco or MAX mode, the display will
vehicle electric range or fuel automatically change to Fan Only
economy will decrease less than in on, the system is in full automatic
operation. If the air delivery mode or mode. If the fan speed is increased
MAX mode, but will result in or AUTO is pressed, the climate
moderate comfort. fan speed setting is adjusted, the
AUTO indicator turns off and the mode will revert back to eco or
MAX Mode : Press MAX to select selected settings display. MAX mode.
this mode and the indicator will be Temperature Control : Turn the
lit. The air conditioning and electric For automatic operation:
knob clockwise or counterclockwise
heat are controlled to reach the best 1. Press AUTO.
to increase or decrease the
comfort level based on the 2. Set the temperature. An initial temperature setting.
temperature setting selected. In this setting of 23 C (74 F) is
mode, vehicle electric range or fuel Air Delivery Mode Control :
recommended. Allow the
economy will decrease depending system time to stabilize. Adjust Press d and c or a
on the amount of energy required to the temperature as needed. combination of the buttons to
reach the best comfort levels. change the direction of the airflow.
Manual Operation The indicator light in the button will
The air conditioning and electric
heat could be on at the same time O : Press to turn the climate control turn on. The current mode appears
when dehumidification is required in system on and off. in the display screen.
eco or MAX modes. A : Turn the knob clockwise or Pressing any of the air delivery
The air conditioning may also run if counterclockwise to increase or buttons cancels automatic air
0 MAX is selected, regardless of decrease the fan speed. The fan delivery control and the direction of
the climate mode. speed setting appears on the the airflow can be controlled
display screen. Manually adjusting manually. Press AUTO to return to
the fan speed cancels automatic fan automatic operation.
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To change the current mode, select entry of outside air and odors. The vehicle is on, this feature will
one or more of the following: recirculation mode is not available in automatically activate the heated
0 : Air is directed to the Defrost or Defog modes. seats at the level required by the
windshield. Pressing this button cancels vehicle's interior temperature. The
automatic recirculation. Press AUTO active high, medium, low, or off
d : Air is directed to the instrument to return to automatic operation; heated seat level will be indicated
panel outlets. by the manual heated seat button
recirculation runs automatically as
c : Air is directed to the floor needed. lights on the center stack. See
outlets. Heated Front Seats 0 54 and
Auto Defog : The system will Vehicle Personalization 0 141.
0 MAX : Air is directed to the monitor high humidity inside the
windshield and the fan runs at a vehicle. When high humidity is Rear Window Defogger
higher speed. Fog or frost is cleared detected, the climate control system K : Press to turn the rear window
from the windshield more quickly. may adjust to outside air supply and defogger on or off. An indicator light
When the button is pressed again, turn on the air conditioner or the on the button comes on to show that
the system returns to the previous heater. The fan speed may slightly the rear window defogger is on.
mode setting. increase to help prevent fogging.
When high humidity is no longer The defogger only works when the
For best results, clear all snow and vehicle is in ON/RUN. The defogger
ice from the windshield before detected, the system will return to
its prior operation. To turn Auto will turn off if the vehicle is
defrosting. turned off.
Defog off or on, see Climate and
If 0 MAX is selected in eco or Air Quality under Vehicle If equipped with heated outside
MAX mode, air conditioning or Personalization 0 141. rearview mirrors, they turn on when
electric heat may turn on and have L or M : If equipped, press L or M the rear window defogger button is
a noticeable effect on vehicle to heat the driver or passenger seat. on and help to clear fog or frost from
electric range and fuel economy. See Heated Front Seats 0 54. the surface of the mirror. See
@ : Press to turn on recirculation. Heated Mirrors 0 46.
Auto Heated Seats : If equipped,
An indicator light comes on. Air is the controls can be accessed while
recirculated to quickly cool the
inside of the vehicle or to reduce the the vehicle is on by pressing L or
M on the center stack. When the
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conditioning and/or high voltage Humidity Sensor

Caution battery cooling operation, without The humidity sensor is near the
running the engine. base of the inside rearview mirror.
Do not try to clear frost or other
material from the inside of the The compressor operating speed is The climate control system uses the
front windshield and rear window not tied to the engine speed, so sensor information to adjust the
with a razor blade or anything some noise may be heard from the temperature and recirculation for
else that is sharp. This may compressor, especially when air best comfort.
damage the rear window conditioning use is high and the
engine has turned off. This is Outside Air Temperature Sensor
defogger grid and affect the
normal. The outside air temperature sensor
radio's ability to pick up stations
is behind the front grille of the
clearly. The repairs would not be Sensors vehicle. The vehicle uses the sensor
covered by the vehicle warranty. information to display outside air
Solar Sensor
temperature. The climate control
The solar sensor is on top of the system uses the information to
Remote Start : The climate control
instrument panel, near the adjust the climate system operation.
system may be started by using the
windshield, where it monitors solar
intensity.
transmitter. The climate control
system will default to an appropriate The climate control system uses the
heating or cooling mode. See sensor information to adjust the
Remote Start 0 36. temperature, fan speed,
recirculation, and air delivery mode
The rear window defogger turns on
for best comfort.
if it is cold outside.
Do not cover the sensor; otherwise
Compressor the automatic climate control system
The vehicle has an electric powered may not work properly.
air conditioning compressor. This
allows for continuous air
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Air Vents Operation Tips Maintenance

. Keep all outlets open whenever
possible for best system Passenger Compartment
performance.
Air Filter
. Keep the path under all seats
clear of objects to help circulate The filter removes dust, pollen, and
the air inside the vehicle more other airborne irritants from outside
effectively. air that is pulled into the vehicle.
. Use of non-GM approved hood The filter should be replaced as part
deflectors can adversely affect of routine scheduled maintenance.
the performance of the system. See Maintenance Schedule 0 326.
To find out what type of filter to use,
. Do not attach any devices to the see Maintenance Replacement
air vent slats. This restricts Parts 0 335.
Use the louvers on the air vents to airflow and may cause damage
change the direction of the airflow, to the air vents.
or to open and close off the airflow.
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1. Open the glove box door (1)

completely. Grasp the edges of
the side instrument panel
trim (2) and pull to remove from
the instrument panel.
3. Release the retainer clips

holding the service door. Open
the service door and remove
the old filter.
4. Install the new air filter.
2. Remove the five screws and 5. Close the service door and
pull the entire glove box toward attach the retainer clips.
you to release completely. The 6. Reverse the steps to reinstall
service door can now be the glove box.
accessed.
See your dealer if additional
assistance is needed.
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164 Driving and Operating
Driving and Electric Vehicle Operating

Modes
Cruise Control
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Operating System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . 179 Adaptive Cruise Control . . . . . . 196
Electric Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180
Extended Range Mode . . . . . . . 180 Driver Assistance Systems
Driver Selected Operating Driver Assistance Systems . . . 203
Driving Information Assistance Systems for
Distracted Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . 165 Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
Out of Fuel/Engine Parking or Backing . . . . . . . . . . 204
Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166 Assistance Systems for
Drunk Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166 Unavailable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
Maintenance Modes . . . . . . . . . . 183 Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 166 Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Engine Exhaust
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185 Forward Automatic
Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . 167 Braking (FAB) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168 Running the Vehicle While
Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186 Side Blind Zone
Driving on Wet Roads . . . . . . . . 168 Alert (SBZA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . 169 Electric Drive Unit Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . 211
Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170 Electric Drive Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . 186 Lane Departure
If the Vehicle Is Stuck . . . . . . . . 171 Warning (LDW) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213
Vehicle Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . 171 Brakes
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) . . . . . . 213
Antilock Brake
Starting and Operating System (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188 Charging
New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . . 175 Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . 188 Plug-In Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215
Power Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175 Hill Start Assist (HSA) . . . . . . . . 190 Delayed Charging Override . . . 217
Starting and Stopping the Regenerative Braking . . . . . . . . 190 Charging Status Feedback . . . 217
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176 Charge Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222
Retained Accessory Ride Control Systems
Utility Interruption of
Power (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177 Traction Control/Electronic
Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228
Shifting Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177 Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Electrical Requirements for
Shifting out of Park . . . . . . . . . . . 178 Driver Mode Control . . . . . . . . . . 193
Battery Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
Parking over Things
That Burn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
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Driving and Operating 165
Fuel .
Driving Information Become familiar with vehicle
features before driving, such as
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
California Fuel programming favorite radio
Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230 Distracted Driving stations and adjusting climate
Fuels in Foreign Countries . . . 231 Distraction comes in many forms control and seat settings.
Fuel Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231 and can take your focus from the Program all trip information into
Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231 task of driving. Exercise good any navigation device prior to
Filling a Portable Fuel judgment and do not let other driving.
Container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233 activities divert your attention away . Wait until the vehicle is parked
from the road. Many local to retrieve items that have fallen
Trailer Towing governments have enacted laws
General Towing to the floor.
regarding driver distraction. Become
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234 . Stop or park the vehicle to tend
familiar with the local laws in
your area. to children.
Conversions and Add-Ons
Add-On Electrical To avoid distracted driving, always . Keep pets in an appropriate
Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234 keep your eyes on the road, hands carrier or restraint.
on the wheel, and mind on the drive. . Avoid stressful conversations
. Do not use a phone in while driving, whether with a
demanding driving situations. passenger or on a cell phone.
Use a hands-free method to
place or receive necessary { Warning
phone calls.
Taking your eyes off the road too
. Watch the road. Do not read,
long or too often could cause a
take notes, or look up
crash resulting in injury or death.
information on phones or other
Focus your attention on driving.
electronic devices.
. Designate a front seat
passenger to handle potential
distractions.
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Refer to the separate Infotainment Drunk Driving Braking

system manual for more information
on using that system, including Death and injury associated with Braking action involves perception
pairing and using a cell phone. drinking and driving is a global time and reaction time. Deciding to
tragedy. push the brake pedal is perception
If equipped, refer to the navigation time. Actually doing it is
manual for information on that
system, including pairing and using { Warning reaction time.
a cell phone. Average driver reaction time is
Drinking and then driving is very about three-quarters of a second. In
dangerous. Your reflexes, that time, a vehicle moving at
Defensive Driving perceptions, attentiveness, and 100 km/h (60 mph) travels 20 m
Defensive driving means always judgment can be affected by even (66 ft), which could be a lot of
expect the unexpected. The first a small amount of alcohol. You distance in an emergency.
step in driving defensively is to wear can have a serious or even
Helpful braking tips to keep in mind
the safety belt. See Safety fatal collision if you drive after
include:
Belts 0 57. drinking.
. Keep enough distance between
. Assume that other road users Do not drink and drive or ride with you and the vehicle in front
(pedestrians, bicyclists, and a driver who has been drinking. of you.
other drivers) are going to be Ride home in a cab; or if you are
careless and make mistakes. . Avoid needless heavy braking.
with a group, designate a driver
Anticipate what they might do who will not drink. . Keep pace with traffic.
and be ready.
Power brake assist is available
. Allow enough following distance
Control of a Vehicle unless the 12-volt battery drains or
between you and the driver in there is a fault in the brake
front of you. Braking, steering, and accelerating computer.
. Focus on the task of driving. are important factors in helping to
control a vehicle while driving.
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Steering Curve Tips Off-Road Recovery

. Take curves at a reasonable
Electric Power Steering
speed.
The vehicle has electric power
. Reduce speed before entering a
steering. It does not have power
steering fluid. Regular maintenance curve.
is not required. . Maintain a reasonable steady
If power steering assist is lost due speed through the curve.
to a system malfunction, the vehicle . Wait until the vehicle is out of
can be steered, but may require the curve before accelerating
increased effort. gently into the straightaway.
See your dealer if there is a Steering in Emergencies
problem.
. There are some situations when
If the steering wheel is turned until it steering around a problem may The vehicle's right wheels can drop
reaches the end of its travel and is be more effective than braking. off the edge of a road onto the
held against that position for an shoulder while driving. Follow
extended period of time, power . Holding both sides of the
steering wheel allows you to turn these tips:
steering assist may be reduced.
180 degrees without removing 1. Ease off the accelerator and
If the steering assist is used for an a hand. then, if there is nothing in the
extended period of time, power way, steer the vehicle so that it
assist may be reduced. . The Antilock Brake System
(ABS) allows steering while straddles the edge of the
Normal use of the power steering braking. pavement.
assist should return when the 2. Turn the steering wheel about
system cools down. one-eighth of a turn, until the
See specific vehicle steering right front tire contacts the
messages under Service Vehicle pavement edge.
Messages 0 139. See your dealer if
there is a problem.
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3. Turn the steering wheel to go The vehicle may straighten out. Driving on Wet Roads
straight down the roadway. Be ready for a second skid if it
occurs. Rain and wet roads can reduce
Loss of Control vehicle traction and affect your
. Slow down and adjust your ability to stop and accelerate.
Skidding driving according to weather Always drive slower in these types
conditions. Stopping distance of driving conditions and avoid
There are three types of skids that can be longer and vehicle driving through large puddles and
correspond to the vehicle's three control can be affected when deep-standing or flowing water.
control systems: traction is reduced by water,
snow, ice, gravel, or other
. Braking Skid wheels are not
rolling. material on the road. Learn to { Warning
recognize warning clues such Wet brakes can cause crashes.
. Steering or Cornering Skid as enough water, ice, or packed
too much speed or steering in a They might not work as well in a
snow on the road to make a
curve causes tires to slip and quick stop and could cause
mirrored surface and slow
lose cornering force. pulling to one side. You could
down when you have any doubt.
lose control of the vehicle.
. Acceleration Skid too much . Try to avoid sudden steering,
throttle causes the driving acceleration, or braking, After driving through a large
wheels to spin. including reducing vehicle speed puddle of water or a car/vehicle
Defensive drivers avoid most skids by shifting to a low gear or by wash, lightly apply the brake
by taking reasonable care suited to using Regen on Demand. Any pedal until the brakes work
existing conditions, and by not sudden changes could cause normally.
overdriving those conditions. But the tires to slide. Flowing or rushing water creates
skids are always possible. Remember: Antilock brakes help strong forces. Driving through
If the vehicle starts to slide, follow avoid only the braking skid. flowing water could cause the
these suggestions: vehicle to be carried away. If this
. Ease your foot off the happens, you and other vehicle
accelerator pedal and steer the (Continued)
way you want the vehicle to go.
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. Keep the windshield washer fluid
Warning (Continued) reservoir filled. Warning (Continued)
occupants could drown. Do not . Have good tires with proper to do all the work of slowing down
ignore police warnings and be tread depth. See Tires 0 271. the vehicle and could become too
very cautious about trying to drive . Turn off cruise control. hot. Hot brakes may not be able
through flowing water. to slow the vehicle enough to
Hill and Mountain Roads maintain speed and control. You
could crash. Always have the
Hydroplaning Driving on steep hills or through vehicle running and in gear
Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water mountains is different than driving
(preferably LOW range) when
can build up under the vehicle's on flat or rolling terrain. See
going downhill. This will allow the
tires so they actually ride on the Mountain Mode under Driver
Selected Operating Modes 0 181. electric drive unit to assist in
water. This can happen if the road is slowing and maintaining speed.
wet enough and you are going fast Tips include:
enough. When the vehicle is . Keep the vehicle serviced and in
hydroplaning, it has little or no good shape. . Drive at speeds to keep the
contact with the road. vehicle in its own lane. Do not
. Check all fluid levels and brakes, swing wide or cross the
There is no hard and fast rule about tires, cooling system, and center line.
hydroplaning. The best advice is to electric drive unit.
slow down when the road is wet. . Be alert on top of hills.
. Keep the vehicle in gear when Something could be in your lane
Other Rainy Weather Tips going down steep or long hills. (e.g., stalled car, accident).
Besides slowing down, other wet . Pay attention to special road
weather driving tips include: { Warning signs (e.g., falling rocks area,
. Allow extra following distance. Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) winding roads, long grades,
passing or no-passing zones)
. Pass with caution. or with the vehicle turned off is
and take appropriate action.
dangerous. The brakes will have
. Keep windshield wiping
equipment in good shape. (Continued)
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Winter Driving clear roads in shaded areas.

Warning (Continued)
The surface of a curve or an
Driving on Snow or Ice overpass can remain icy when
the surrounding roads are clear. cannot be seen or smelled. It can
Snow or ice between the tires and cause unconsciousness and even
the road creates less traction or Avoid sudden steering
maneuvers and braking while death.
grip, so drive carefully. Wet ice can
occur at about 0 C (32 F) when on ice. If the vehicle is stuck in snow:
freezing rain begins to fall. Avoid . Turn off cruise control. . Clear snow from the base of
driving on wet ice or in freezing rain Stay with the vehicle unless there is the vehicle, especially any
until roads can be treated. help nearby. If possible, use blocking the exhaust pipe.
For slippery road driving: Roadside Assistance. See Roadside . Open a window about 5 cm
. Accelerate gently. Accelerating Assistance Program 0 345. To get (2 in) on the vehicle side
help and keep everyone in the that is away from the wind,
too quickly causes the wheels to
vehicle safe: to bring in fresh air.
spin and makes the surface
under the tires slick. . Turn on the hazard warning . Fully open the air outlets on
. Turn on Traction Control. See flashers. or under the instrument
Traction Control/Electronic . Tie a red cloth to an outside panel.
Stability Control 0 192. mirror. . Adjust the climate control
. The Antilock Brake System system to circulate the air
(ABS) improves vehicle stability { Warning inside the vehicle and set
during hard stops, but the the fan speed to the highest
brakes should be applied sooner Snow can trap engine exhaust setting. See Climate
than when on dry pavement. under the vehicle. This may Control Systems.
See Antilock Brake System cause exhaust gases to get
For more information about CO,
(ABS) 0 188. inside. Engine exhaust contains
see Engine Exhaust 0 185.
carbon monoxide (CO), which
. Allow greater following distance
and watch for slippery spots. Icy (Continued)
patches can occur on otherwise
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To save fuel, start the vehicle for Rocking the Vehicle to Get vehicle capacity weight and
short periods to warm the vehicle it Out includes the weight of all
and then shut the engine off and occupants, cargo, and all
partially close the window. Moving Turn the steering wheel left and
right to clear the area around the nonfactory-installed options.
about to keep warm also helps.
front wheels. Shift back and forth Two labels on the vehicle may
between R (Reverse) and a forward show how much weight it may
If the Vehicle Is Stuck gear, spinning the wheels as little as properly carry: the Tire and
Slowly and cautiously spin the possible. The Traction Control Loading Information label and
wheels to free the vehicle when System prevents the tires from the Certification label.
stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. spinning at high speeds. To prevent
electric drive unit wear, wait until the
The Traction Control System (TCS)
wheels stop spinning before shifting { Warning
must be turned off by pressing the
TCS/ESC button. Traction control is gears. Release the accelerator Do not load the vehicle any
pedal while shifting, and press
not completely off, but will only
lightly on the accelerator pedal
heavier than the Gross
engage if the maneuver can cause Vehicle Weight Rating
damage to the electric drive unit. when the electric drive unit is in
gear. Slowly spinning the wheels in (GVWR), or either the
the forward and reverse directions maximum front or rear Gross
{ Warning causes a rocking motion that could Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
free the vehicle. If that does not get This can cause systems to
If the vehicle's tires spin at high
the vehicle out after a few tries, it break and change the way the
speed, they can explode, and you might need to be towed out. If the
or others could be injured. The vehicle handles. This could
vehicle does need to be towed out, cause loss of control and a
vehicle can overheat, causing an see Towing the Vehicle 0 311.
engine compartment fire or other crash. Overloading can also
damage. Spin the wheels as little reduce stopping distance,
Vehicle Load Limits damage the tires, and shorten
as possible and avoid going
above 56 km/h (35 mph). It is very important to know how the life of the vehicle.
much weight the vehicle can
carry. This weight is called the
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Tire and Loading Information The Tire and Loading 2. Determine the combined
Label Information label also shows the weight of the driver and
tire size of the original passengers that will be
equipment tires (3) and the riding in your vehicle.
recommended cold tire inflation 3. Subtract the combined
pressures (4). For more weight of the driver and
information on tires and inflation passengers from XXX kg or
see Tires 0 271 and Tire XXX lbs.
Pressure 0 278.
4. The resulting figure equals
There is also important loading
the available amount of
information on the Certification
cargo and luggage load
label. It may show the Gross
capacity. For example, if the
Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
"XXX" amount equals
Label Example and the Gross Axle Weight
1400 lbs. and there will be
Rating (GAWR) for the front and
A vehicle-specific Tire and five 150 lb passengers in
rear axle. See Certification
Loading Information label is your vehicle, the amount of
Label later in this section.
attached to the vehicle's center available cargo and luggage
pillar (B-pillar). The Tire and Steps for Determining Correct load capacity is 650 lbs.
Loading Information label shows Load Limit (1400-750 (5 x 150) =
the number of occupant seating 1. Locate the statement "The
650 lbs.)
positions (1), and the maximum combined weight of
vehicle capacity weight (2) in occupants and cargo should
kilograms and pounds. never exceed XXX kg or
XXX lbs." on your vehicles
placard.
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5. Determine the combined

weight of luggage and cargo
being loaded on the vehicle.
That weight may not safely
exceed the available cargo
and luggage load capacity
calculated in Step 4.
6. If your vehicle will be towing
a trailer, load from your
trailer will be transferred to
your vehicle. Consult this
manual to determine how Example 1 Example 2
this reduces the available
1. Vehicle Capacity Weight 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight
cargo and luggage load
for Example 1 = 453 kg for Example 2 = 453 kg
capacity of your vehicle.
(1,000 lbs). (1,000 lbs).
This vehicle is neither designed 2. Subtract Occupant 2. Subtract Occupant
nor intended to tow a trailer. Weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs) Weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs)
2 = 136 kg (300 lbs). 5 = 340 kg (750 lbs).
3. Available Occupant and 3. Available Cargo Weight
Cargo Weight = 317 kg = 113 kg (250 lbs).
(700 lbs).
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weight of the driver, passengers,

and cargo should never exceed { Warning
the vehicle's capacity weight. Things inside the vehicle can
Certification Label strike and injure people in a
sudden stop or turn, or in a
crash.
. Put things in the cargo
area of the vehicle. In the
cargo area, put them as
far forward as possible.
Example 3
Try to spread the weight
evenly.
1. Vehicle Capacity Weight . Never stack heavier
for Example 3 = 453 kg things, like suitcases,
(1,000 lbs). inside the vehicle so that
2. Subtract Occupant Label Example some of them are above
Weight @ 91 kg A vehicle-specific Certification the tops of the seats.
(200 lbs) 5 = 453 kg label is attached to the vehicle's . Do not leave an
(1,000 lbs). center pillar (B-pillar). The label unsecured child restraint
3. Available Cargo Weight may show the gross weight in the vehicle.
= 0 kg (0 lbs). capacity of the vehicle, called
. Secure loose items in the
Refer to the vehicle's Tire and the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR). The GVWR includes vehicle.
Loading Information label for
specific information about the the weight of the vehicle, all . Do not leave a seat
vehicle's capacity weight and occupants, fuel, and cargo. folded down unless
seating positions. The combined needed.
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Starting and RUN power mode. When the vehicle Service Only Mode
is turned off, the POWER O light This power mode is available for
Operating will turn off. service and diagnostics, and to
The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) verify the proper operation of the
New Vehicle Break-In transmitter must be in the vehicle for malfunction indicator lamp as may
The vehicle does not require a the system to operate. If the vehicle be required for emission inspection
break-in period. Vehicle break-in is will not start, place the RKE purposes. With the vehicle off, and
performed during manufacturing. transmitter in the transmitter pocket. the brake pedal not applied,
See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) pressing and holding POWER O for
Power Button System Operation 0 30. more than five seconds will place
ON/RUN : This position is for the vehicle in Service Only Mode.
starting and driving. With the vehicle The instruments and audio systems
off, and the brake pedal applied, will operate as they do in ON/RUN,
but the vehicle will not be able to be
pressing POWER O once will place driven. The propulsion system will
the vehicle in ON/RUN. When the not start in Service Only Mode.
READY light is on in the instrument Press the button again to turn the
cluster, the vehicle is ready to be vehicle off.
driven. This could take up to
15 seconds at extremely cold
temperatures. See Vehicle Ready Caution
Light 0 116. The engine will only Service Only Mode will discharge
start if needed. If the vehicle did not the 12-volt battery. Do not use
start, the instrument cluster will
Service Only Mode for an
The vehicle has an electronic display a screen with inactive fuel
extended period, or the vehicle
pushbutton start. The POWER O and battery gauges. See Starting
and Stopping the Vehicle 0 176. may not start.
light flashes when the driver door is
open and the vehicle is not on. The
flashing light will eventually time out.
The light is on steady when in ON/
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STOPPING THE VEHICLE/OFF : 4. Set the parking brake. See

To turn the vehicle off, press Electric Parking Brake 0 188. Caution
POWER O with the vehicle in Do not try to shift to P (Park) if the
P (Park). Retained Accessory Power { Warning vehicle is moving or the electric
(RAP) will remain active until the drive unit could be damaged.
driver door is opened. See Retained Turning off the vehicle while
moving may disable the airbags. Shift to P (Park) only when the
Accessory Power (RAP) 0 177.
While driving, only shut the vehicle is stopped.
When turning off the vehicle, if the
vehicle is not in P (Park), the vehicle propulsion system off in an
will go to ACC/ACCESSORY and emergency.
display the message SHIFT TO Caution
PARK in the Driver Information
If the vehicle cannot be pulled over, If you add electrical parts or
Center (DIC). See Electric Drive
and must be shut off while driving, accessories, you could change
Unit Messages 0 134.
press and hold POWER O for the way the vehicle operates. Any
If the vehicle must be shut off in an longer than two seconds, or press resulting damage would not be
emergency: twice in five seconds. covered by the vehicle warranty.
1. Brake using a firm and steady See Add-On Electrical
pressure. Do not pump the Starting and Stopping the Equipment 0 234.
brakes. Vehicle
2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral). The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
Computers determine when the
This can be done while the transmitter must be in the vehicle.
engine needs to run. The engine
vehicle is moving. After shifting Press the brake pedal and press
may start, if required, when the
to N (Neutral), firmly apply the and release POWER O.
propulsion system is on.
brakes and steer the vehicle to
a safe location. Starting Procedure If the RKE transmitter is not in the
vehicle or something is interfering
3. Come to a complete stop, shift Move the shift lever to P (Park) or with the transmitter, a message
to P (Park), and turn the vehicle N (Neutral). The propulsion system
off by pressing POWER O. will not start in any other position.
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displays in the Driver Information Restarting Procedure Stopping Procedure

Center (DIC). See Key and Lock If the vehicle must be restarted For information on how to turn the
Messages 0 135. while it is still moving, move the shift vehicle off, see Power Button 0 175.
If the vehicle will not start due to a lever to N (Neutral) and press
low RKE transmitter battery, the POWER O twice without pressing Retained Accessory
vehicle can still be driven. See the brake pedal. The propulsion
Starting the Vehicle with a Low Power (RAP)
system will not restart in any other
Transmitter Battery in Remote position. The following features will operate
Keyless Entry (RKE) System for up to 10 minutes or until the
Operation 0 30. Forced Engine On driver door is opened:
A Welcome, Ready, and Good-bye Some vehicle conditions that force . Audio System
audio message will be heard in the the engine to run:
. Accessory Power Outlets
vehicle and animated on the . There are cold ambient
instrument cluster when opening the temperatures. Power windows will operate for up
driver door upon entry, when the to 10 minutes or until any door is
vehicle is ready to be driven, and . The hood is open or not opened.
when the vehicle is turned off. completely latched while the
vehicle is not in N (Neutral). Shifting Into Park
The instrument cluster displays an
active fuel and/or battery gauge, . The high voltage battery has a
1. Hold the brake pedal down and
along with an audio startup cue, low charge. set the parking brake. See
when the vehicle is ready to be . The engine needs to run for Electric Parking Brake 0 188.
driven. This could take up to maintenance.
15 seconds at extremely cold 2. Move the shift lever into
temperatures. The engine will only See Maintenance Modes 0 183. P (Park) by pushing the lever
start if needed. If the vehicle did not A chime will sound if the driver door all the way toward the front of
start, the instrument cluster will is opened while the vehicle is in ON/ the vehicle.
display a screen with inactive fuel RUN. Always press POWER O to 3. Turn the vehicle off.
and battery gauges. See Starting turn the vehicle off before exiting.
and Stopping the Vehicle 0 176.
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Leaving the Vehicle with the parking brake is firmly set before Shifting out of Park
Propulsion System On you leave it. After you have moved
the shift lever into P (Park), hold To shift out of P (Park), the vehicle
down the regular brake pedal. See if must be in ON/RUN, the brake
{ Warning you can move the shift lever away pedal must be applied, and the
from P (Park) without first pulling it charge cord must be unplugged.
It can be dangerous to leave the
vehicle with the propulsion toward you. If you can, it means that The vehicle has an electronic shift
system running. It could overheat the shift lever was not fully locked lock release system. The shift lock
into P (Park). release is designed to:
and catch fire.
It is dangerous to get out of the Torque Lock . Prevent the vehicle from turning
vehicle if the shift lever is not fully off unless the shift lever is in
Torque lock is when the weight of
in P (Park) with the parking brake P (Park).
the vehicle puts too much force on
firmly set. The vehicle can roll. the parking pawl in the electric drive . Prevent moving the shift lever
unit. This happens when parking on out of P (Park), unless the
Do not leave the vehicle when the
a hill and shifting the electric drive vehicle is in ON/RUN, the brake
propulsion system is running. pedal is applied, and the charge
unit into P (Park) is not done
If you have left the propulsion properly and then it is difficult to cord is unplugged.
system running, the vehicle can shift out of P (Park). To prevent
move suddenly. You or others Parking the vehicle in extreme cold
torque lock, set the parking brake for several days without the charge
could be injured. To be sure the and then shift into P (Park).
vehicle will not move, even when cord connected may cause the
If torque lock does occur, your electric drive unit to be locked in
you are on fairly level ground,
vehicle may need to be pushed P (Park) until the propulsion system
always set the parking brake and
uphill by another vehicle to relieve has warmed sufficiently.
move the shift lever to P (Park).
the parking pawl pressure, so you The shift lock is always functional
See Shifting Into Park 0 177.
can shift out of P (Park). except in the case of an uncharged
or low charged 12-volt battery (less
If you have to leave the vehicle with than 9 volts).
the propulsion system on, be sure
the vehicle is in P (Park) and the
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If the vehicle has an uncharged 4. Press the shift lever button. Electric Vehicle
12-volt battery or a 12-volt battery 5. Move the shift lever into the
with low voltage, try charging or desired gear.
Operating Modes
jump starting the 12-volt battery.
See Battery - North America 0 256 If you still cannot move the shift System Operation
or Jump Starting - North lever from P (Park), see your dealer
America 0 305. or a professional towing service. This vehicle is an Extended Range
Electric Vehicle (EREV). It uses an
If the shift lever cannot be moved electric propulsion system to drive
out of P (Park): Parking over Things
the vehicle at all times. Electricity is
1. Apply and maintain the regular
That Burn the vehicle's primary source of
brakes. energy, while gasoline is the
2. Turn the vehicle on using
{ Warning secondary source.
POWER O. See Power Things that can burn could touch The vehicle has two modes of
hot exhaust parts under the operation: Electric and Extended
Button 0 175.
Range. In Electric Mode, the vehicle
3. Let up on the shift lever and vehicle and ignite. Do not park
is propelled by its electric drive unit
make sure the shift lever is over papers, leaves, dry grass,
only. It converts electrical energy
pushed all the way into or other things that can burn. into mechanical energy to drive the
P (Park). wheels. In Extended Range Mode,
both the battery and the engine
power the vehicle. The vehicle's
performance remains nearly the
same in either mode. See Driving
for Better Energy Efficiency 0 26.
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Electric Mode Extended Range Mode In either Electric Mode or Extended

Range Mode, when the hood is
In Electric Mode, the vehicle does When the vehicle reaches the end open and the vehicle is moving at
not use fuel or produce tailpipe of its electric range, it switches to low speed or stopped, the engine
emissions. During this primary Extended Range Mode (ERM). In will run without turning off if the
mode, the vehicle is powered by this secondary mode, electricity is vehicle is on, except when the
electrical energy stored in the high produced by the fuel-powered electric drive unit is in N (Neutral).
voltage battery. The vehicle can engine. This secondary source of The engine will turn off or remain off
operate in this mode until the electric power extends the vehicle at low vehicle speed in N (Neutral).
battery has reached a low charge. range. Operation will continue in The high voltage battery is not
There are some conditions when the ERM until the vehicle can be charged when this occurs. Under
battery charge is high enough to plugged in to recharge the high these conditions, the high voltage
provide Electric Mode operation, but voltage battery and restore battery can still be discharged
the engine still runs. They are: Electric Mode. based on the vehicle loads such as
The high voltage battery will A/C, or 12-volt loads.
. Cold ambient temperatures.
continue to provide some power and In either Electric Mode or Extended
. Hot or cold high voltage battery work together with the engine to Range Mode, if there is a high
temperatures. provide peak performance when it is voltage battery fault, the engine may
. The hood being open or not required, such as driving up a steep run without turning off to generate
completely closed and latched. incline or for high acceleration needed electricity. The malfunction
maneuvers. The battery will not be indicator lamp will turn on. See
. Certain high voltage battery fault charged nor will electric vehicle
conditions. Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check
range be restored by the engine. Engine Light) 0 109.
. Engine Maintenance Mode or
Fuel Maintenance Mode
being run.
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Driver Selected Operating Mode. The indicator light goes off

and a DIC message displays. See
Modes Propulsion Power Messages 0 138.
While driving in Electric or Extended The vehicle will stay in Normal
Range Mode, additional operating Mode at the next restart.
modes can be selected.
Sport Mode
Highlight either the Sport, Mountain,

or Hold Mode, then release MODE.
After three seconds, the new drive
mode will become active.
Pressing MODE again will return to
Normal Mode, and it will become
active after three seconds.
Press MODE to display selectable
drive modes in the Driver During some conditions, certain Sport Mode provides more
Information Center (DIC). Continue drive modes may be unavailable. responsive acceleration than
pressing to scroll through the The unavailable mode is grayed out Normal Mode, but can reduce
modes. in the DIC menu and cannot be efficiency. Use Normal Mode
selected. whenever possible.
If in Sport, Mountain, or Hold Mode, Press MODE to select Sport Mode.
the mode may become unavailable
and the vehicle will return to Normal Press MODE again to return to
Normal Mode and it becomes active
after three seconds.
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Each time the vehicle is started, it Mountain Mode will not change Press Mode again to return to
will return to Normal Mode. normal vehicle braking performance Normal Mode and it becomes active
for steep downhill grades. See Hill after three seconds.
Mountain Mode and Mountain Roads 0 169 and Each time the vehicle is started, it
Electric Drive Unit 0 186. will return to Normal Mode to
Press MODE to select Mountain maintain a smaller battery charge
Mode. If steep hill driving is reserve for normal driving.
expected, it is recommended to
select Mountain Mode at least Hold Mode
20 minutes before driving on steep
grades. This will allow the vehicle
time to build a sufficient battery
charge reserve.
If Mountain Mode is not selected for
these conditions, propulsion power
may be reduced and the engine
Mountain Mode should be selected speed may increase. See
at the beginning of a trip before Propulsion Power Messages 0 138.
climbing steep, uphill grades and The engine may run when Mountain
when expecting to drive in very hilly Mode is selected, depending on the
or mountainous terrain. This mode high voltage battery charge, to build
maintains a reserve electrical reserve battery charge for uphill Use Hold Mode on a trip where it is
charge of the high voltage battery to climbs. If Mountain Mode is entered expected that all of the electric
provide better grade climbing with a sufficient battery charge charge will be depleted. Use Hold
performance. While driving in reserve, the battery charge reserve Mode mainly during highway or high
Mountain Mode, the vehicle will will appear grayed out and any speed driving to maximize both EV
have less responsive acceleration. battery charge reserve still unused miles and fuel efficiency.
upon exiting Mountain Mode will
return to normal appearance.
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Hold Mode is only available when Out of Fuel/Engine Maintenance Modes

the vehicle is in Electric Mode. This
mode places the remaining battery
Unavailable Engine Maintenance Mode (EMM)
charge into a reserve for the driver If the vehicle runs out of fuel, or the EMM runs the engine to keep it in
to use as desired. Selecting this engine will not start due to a good working condition after
mode transitions the vehicle to malfunction, the vehicle can approximately six weeks of no or
Extended Range Mode to maintain continue to be driven in Electric very limited engine operation. EMM
the battery charge reserve. Mode until the current charge is will force the engine to run, even if
Upon exiting Hold Mode, the depleted. The vehicle will have less there is a charge to power the
reserved battery charge becomes responsive acceleration. DIC vehicle.
available again and the vehicle messages indicate reduced
returns to Electric Mode. If the propulsion power, that the engine is
transition is from Hold Mode directly not available, and the need for fuel
to Mountain Mode, the electric or service.
range displayed adjusts for the Once the vehicle is refueled, or the
Mountain Mode charge reserve. malfunction is corrected, the engine
Hold Mode will not change normal will start the next time the vehicle is
vehicle acceleration or braking turned on to perform a self test, and
performance. DIC messages will not be displayed.
Once the engine starts successfully,
Press MODE to select Hold Mode. normal operation will continue in When EMM is needed, the EMM
Press MODE again to return to either Electric or Extended Range Request screen appears on the
Normal Mode and it becomes active Mode. The engine may stop running center stack display at vehicle start.
after three seconds. after the self test is completed, If Yes is selected, EMM will begin.
based on the current mode of
Each time the vehicle is started, it The engine will not start until after a
operation. See Fuel System short delay once shifted into
will return to Normal Mode. Messages 0 135 and Service D (Drive). The engine will run for a
Vehicle Messages 0 139.
set amount of time without turning
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off. During EMM, a DIC message fuel to be used up by FMM and

displays to show the adding a larger amount of fresh fuel
EMM percentage complete. will maximize the length of time
If No is selected, the EMM Request before another fuel maintenance
screen will appear when the vehicle mode is needed. During FMM the
is next started. The EMM request engine may turn on and off.
can be delayed for up to one day.
If the EMM request was delayed for
one day, EMM will automatically A message displays to indicate that
start the engine at the next vehicle EMM is active.
start. The engine will not start until
after a short delay once shifted into If EMM is required and the fuel level
D (Drive). is low, EMM may eventually empty
the fuel tank if fuel is not added.
This will result in reduced, or no
power. An adequate fuel level must
be maintained in the vehicle to keep When FMM is needed, the FMM
it operational. See Propulsion Power Request screen appears on the
Messages 0 138. center stack display at vehicle start.
If Yes is selected, FMM will begin.
Fuel Maintenance Mode (FMM)
The engine will not start until after a
FMM tracks average fuel age. Old short delay once shifted into
fuel can cause engine problems. D (Drive). FMM will automatically
If low engine usage causes average continue at each vehicle start until
An EMM Notification screen will
fuel age to exceed approximately fresh fuel is added.
appear in the center stack display.
one year, FMM will run the engine to
If the vehicle is shut off during EMM, If No is selected, the FMM Request
use up the old fuel. The engine will
it will restart the next time the screen will appear when the vehicle
run until enough fresh fuel is added
vehicle is driven. is next started. The FMM request
to bring the average fuel age into an
can be delayed for only one day.
acceptable range. Allowing more old
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Engine Exhaust Warning (Continued)
{ Warning . There are holes or openings

in the vehicle body from
Engine exhaust contains carbon damage or aftermarket
monoxide (CO) which cannot be modifications that are not
seen or smelled. Exposure to CO completely sealed.
can cause unconsciousness and If unusual fumes are detected or
If the FMM request was delayed for even death. if it is suspected that exhaust is
one day, FMM will start at the next Exhaust may enter the vehicle if: coming into the vehicle:
vehicle start and display the FMM . Drive it only with the
. The engine is running in
Notification screen on the center windows completely down.
Extended Range Mode in
stack display. The engine will not
areas with poor ventilation . Have the vehicle repaired
start until after a short delay once
(parking garages, tunnels, immediately.
shifted into D (Drive).
or deep snow that may
If FMM is required and the fuel level block underbody airflow or Never park with the engine
is low, FMM may eventually empty tail pipes). running in Extended Range Mode
the fuel tank if fuel is not added. in an enclosed area such as a
. The exhaust smells or
This will result in reduced, or no garage or a building that has no
sounds strange or different.
power. An adequate fuel level must fresh air ventilation.
be maintained in the vehicle to keep . The exhaust system leaks
it operational. See Propulsion Power due to corrosion or damage.
Messages 0 138. After FMM has . The vehicle exhaust system
run it is recommended to fill the has been modified,
fuel tank. damaged, or improperly
repaired.
(Continued)
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Running the Vehicle Electric Drive Unit

While Parked
{ Warning
The vehicle uses an electric
It is better not to park with the drive unit. It is dangerous to get out of the
propulsion system running. vehicle if the shift lever is not fully
in P (Park) with the parking brake
If the vehicle is left with the firmly set. The vehicle can roll.
propulsion system running,
follow the proper steps to be sure Do not leave the vehicle when the
the vehicle will not move. See propulsion system is running.
Shifting Into Park 0 177 and Engine If you have left the propulsion
Exhaust 0 185. system running, the vehicle can
move suddenly. You or others
could be injured. To be sure the
vehicle will not move, even when
you are on fairly level ground,
always set the parking brake and
move the shift lever to P (Park).
See Shifting Into Park 0 177.
P : This position locks the front
wheels. It is the best position to use
when starting the propulsion system Make sure the shift lever is fully in
because the vehicle cannot move P (Park) before starting the
easily. propulsion system. The vehicle has
an electric drive unit shift lock
control system. The regular brake
must be fully applied first and then
the shift lever button pressed before
shifting from P (Park) when the
vehicle is in ON/RUN. If you cannot
shift out of P (Park), ease pressure
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on the shift lever, then push the shift N : In this position, the propulsion L : This position reduces vehicle
lever all the way into P (Park) as system does not provide power to speed without using the brakes. Use
you maintain brake application. the wheels. The high voltage battery L (Low) on very steep hills, in deep
Then press the shift lever button is neither charged or discharged snow, in mud, or in stop-and-go
and move the shift lever into when in N (Neutral) at low vehicle traffic.
another gear. See Shifting out of speeds.
Park 0 178. D : This position is for normal Caution
R : Use this gear to back up. driving. It provides the best fuel
economy. If more power is needed Spinning the tires or holding the
for passing, press the accelerator vehicle in one place on a hill
Caution using only the accelerator pedal
pedal to gain the desired
Shifting to R (Reverse) while the acceleration may damage the electric drive
vehicle is moving forward could unit. The repair will not be
damage the electric drive unit. Caution covered by the vehicle warranty.
The repairs would not be covered If you are stuck, do not spin the
by the vehicle warranty. Shift to If the vehicle seems to accelerate tires. When stopping on a hill, use
R (Reverse) only after the vehicle slowly or not respond when you the brakes to hold the vehicle in
is stopped. go faster, and you continue to place.
drive the vehicle that way, you
could damage the electric drive
To rock the vehicle back and forth to unit. Have the vehicle serviced
get out of snow, ice, or sand without
right away.
damaging the electric drive unit, see
If the Vehicle Is Stuck 0 171.
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Brakes avoid a sudden obstacle, a Using ABS

computer senses that the wheels
Do not pump the brakes. Just hold
are slowing down. If one of the
Antilock Brake wheels is about to stop rolling, the
the brake pedal down firmly and let
System (ABS) ABS work. You might hear the ABS
computer will separately work the
pump or motor operating and feel
brakes at each wheel.
This vehicle has ABS, an advanced the brake pedal pulsate, but this is
electronic braking system that helps ABS can change the brake pressure normal.
prevent a braking skid. to each wheel, as required, faster
than any driver could. This can help Braking in Emergencies
When propulsion is active and the
the driver steer around the obstacle ABS allows the driver to steer and
vehicle begins to drive away, ABS
while braking hard. brake at the same time. In many
checks itself. A momentary motor or
clicking noise might be heard while As the brakes are applied, the emergencies, steering can help
this test is going on, and it might computer keeps receiving updates more than even the very best
even be noticed that the brake on wheel speed and controls braking.
pedal moves a little. This is normal. braking pressure accordingly.
Remember: ABS does not change
Electric Parking Brake
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,
there will not be enough time to
apply the brakes if that vehicle
If there is a problem with ABS, this suddenly slows or stops. Always
warning light stays on. See Antilock leave enough room up ahead to
Brake System (ABS) Warning stop, even with ABS.
Light 0 112.
If driving safely on a wet road and it
becomes necessary to slam on the
brakes and continue braking to
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The vehicle has an Electric Parking The red parking brake status light The vehicle may automatically apply
Brake (EPB). The EPB can always will flash and then stay on once the the EPB in some situations when
be activated, even if the vehicle EPB is fully applied. If the red the vehicle is not moving. This is
is off. parking brake status light flashes normal, and is done to periodically
The system has a red parking brake continuously, then the EPB is only check the correct operation of the
status light and an amber parking partially applied or there is a EPB system.
brake warning light. See Electric problem with the EPB. A DIC If the EPB fails to apply, the rear
Parking Brake Light 0 111 and message will display. Release the wheels should be blocked to
Service Electric Parking Brake Light EPB and try to apply it again. If the prevent vehicle movement.
0 112. There are also parking light does not come on, or keeps
brake-related Driver Information flashing, have the vehicle serviced. EPB Release
Center (DIC) messages. See Brake Do not drive the vehicle if the red
To release the EPB:
System Messages 0 133. In case of parking brake status light is flashing.
See your dealer. See Electric 1. Place the vehicle in ON/RUN.
insufficient electrical power, the EPB
cannot be applied or released. Parking Brake Light 0 111. 2. Apply and hold the brake
If the amber parking brake warning pedal.
Before leaving the vehicle, check
the red parking brake status light to light is on, lift up on the EPB switch 3. Push momentarily on the EPB
ensure that the parking brake is and hold it up. Continue to hold the switch.
applied. switch until the red parking brake
status light remains on. If the amber The EPB is released when the red
EPB Apply parking brake warning light is on, parking brake status light is off.
see your dealer. If the amber parking brake warning
To apply the EPB:
If the EPB is applied while the light is on, release the EPB by
1. Be sure the vehicle is at a pushing down on the EPB switch
vehicle is moving, the vehicle will
complete stop. and holding it down. Continue to
decelerate as long as the switch is
2. Pull the EPB switch held up. If the switch is held up until hold the switch until the red parking
momentarily. the vehicle comes to a stop, the brake status light is off. If either light
EPB will remain applied. stays on after release is attempted,
see your dealer.
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stationary. If HSA is holding the safety belt is unbuckled after

Caution vehicle, a DIC message displays. releasing the brake pedal.
HSA will not activate in a forward If Extended Hill Start Assist is
Driving with the parking brake on drive gear when facing downhill, selected, it will hold the vehicle for
can overheat the brake system or in R (Reverse) when facing uphill. five minutes unless the driver door
and cause premature wear or is opened and the driver safety belt
damage to brake system parts. Extended Hill Start is unbuckled prior to releasing the
Make sure that the parking brake Assist (EHSA) brake pedal. When EHSA is
is fully released and the brake Select the duration of the HSA deactivated after five minutes, or if it
warning light is off before driving. feature on the center stack is deactivated when the driver
touchscreen by choosing the safety belt is unlatched or the driver
submenu for Hill Start Assist or door is opened, the Electric Parking
Automatic EPB Release
Extended Hill Start Assist (EHSA). Brake will engage to prevent vehicle
The EPB will automatically release if See Extended Hill Start Assist" movement.
the vehicle is running, placed into under Comfort and Convenience in
gear, and an attempt is made to Vehicle Personalization 0 141. Regenerative Braking
drive away. Avoid rapid acceleration When Standard Hold is selected,
when the EPB is applied, to Some braking energy from the
the vehicle is held stationary for up
preserve parking brake lining life. moving vehicle is turned back into
to two seconds after the brake pedal
electrical energy. This energy is
is released. When Extended Hold is then stored back into the high
Hill Start Assist (HSA) selected, the vehicle is held voltage battery system, increasing
The HSA feature will activate when stationary for up to five minutes
energy efficiency.
the vehicle is stopped on a after the brake pedal is released. In
either case, override the hold The hydraulic disc brakes work with
moderate to steep grade to help
feature by pressing the accelerator the regenerative braking to ensure
prevent it from rolling in an
pedal and attempting to drive away. effective braking, such as when a
unintended direction. After the brake
high braking demand is requested.
pedal has been released and before If Hill Start Assist is selected in the
the accelerator pedal has been Settings menu, it will hold the
pressed, HSA uses braking vehicle for two seconds unless the
pressure to hold the vehicle driver door is opened or the driver
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The controller interprets the braking Regen on Demand The brake pedal must be applied at
request and uses regenerative low speed, because Regen on
braking, conventional hydraulic Demand will not bring the car to a
braking, or a combination of both as full stop.
necessary. Cruise control will turn off, and the
The brake controller applies the brake lights may come on, when
hydraulic brakes using a pump. The this feature is activated.
pump may be heard during some The brake controller applies the
braking, such as rapid applies. This hydraulic brakes using a pump. You
is normal. may hear the pump during some
See Warning Lights, Gauges, and braking maneuvers, such as rapid
Indicators 0 101 and Driver brake applies or while replacing any
Information Center (DIC) 0 130. regenerative brake torque as the
If there is a controller problem, the vehicle comes to a stop. This is
brake pedal may be harder to push Regen on Demand allows increased normal operation.
and the stopping distance may be deceleration by pressing and
longer. holding the steering wheel paddle.
It works in D (Drive) and L (Low).
The accelerator pedal must be fully
released for it to work.
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Ride Control Systems If cruise control is being used and

traction control or StabiliTrak begins
The indicator light for both systems
is in the instrument cluster. This
to limit wheel spin, cruise control will light will:
Traction Control/ disengage. Cruise control may be . Flash when TCS is limiting
Electronic Stability turned back on when road wheel spin.
Control conditions allow.
. Flash when StabiliTrak is
The vehicle has a Traction Control Both systems come on activated.
System (TCS) and an Electronic automatically when the vehicle is
started and begins to move. The . Turn on and stay on when either
Stability Control system called
systems may be heard or felt while system is not working.
StabiliTrak. These systems help
limit wheel slip and assist the driver they are operating or while If either system fails to turn on or to
in maintaining control, especially on performing diagnostic checks. This activate, a message displays in the
slippery road conditions. is normal and does not mean there Driver Information Center (DIC), and
is a problem with the vehicle. d comes on and stays on to
TCS activates if it senses that any
It is recommended to leave both indicate that the system is inactive
of the drive wheels are slipping or
systems on for normal driving and is not assisting the driver in
beginning to lose traction. When this
conditions, but it may be necessary maintaining control. The vehicle is
happens, TCS applies the brakes to
to turn TCS off if the vehicle gets safe to drive, but driving should be
the spinning wheels and reduces
stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. adjusted accordingly.
engine power to limit wheel spin.
See If the Vehicle Is Stuck 0 171
StabiliTrak activates when the and Turning the Systems Off and
If d comes on and stays on:
vehicle senses a difference between On later in this section. 1. Stop the vehicle.
the intended path and the direction
the vehicle is actually traveling. 2. Turn the engine off and wait
StabiliTrak selectively applies 15 seconds.
braking pressure to any of the 3. Start the engine.
vehicle wheel brakes to help assist
the driver in keeping the vehicle on
the intended path.
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Drive the vehicle. If d comes on To turn off only TCS, press and Driver Mode Control
and stays on, the vehicle may need release g. The Traction Off light i
There are four operating modes that
more time to diagnose the problem. displays in the instrument cluster. can be selected while driving in
If the condition persists, see your The appropriate DIC message is Electric or Extended Range Mode.
dealer. displayed. See Ride Control System The four modes are Normal, Sport,
Messages 0 138. To turn TCS on Mountain, and Hold.
Turning the Systems Off
again, press and release g. The
and On
Traction Off light i displayed in the
instrument cluster will turn off.
To turn off both TCS and StabiliTrak,
press and hold g until the Traction
Off light i and StabiliTrak Off light
g come on and stay on in the
instrument cluster. The appropriate
DIC message is displayed. See
Ride Control System Messages
0 138. To turn TCS and StabiliTrak
on again, press and release g. The
Traction Off light i and StabiliTrak Pressing MODE will display the
Off light g in the instrument cluster selectable drive modes in the Driver
Caution Information Center (DIC). See
turn off.
Driver Selected Operating Modes
Do not repeatedly brake or Adding accessories can affect the 0 181 for information on mode
accelerate heavily when TCS is vehicle performance. See operation.
off. The vehicle driveline could be Accessories and
damaged. Modifications 0 237.
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Cruise Control disengage. See Traction Control/ * : Press to disengage cruise

Electronic Stability Control 0 192. control without erasing the set
The cruise control lets the vehicle If a collision alert occurs when speed from memory.
maintain a speed of about 40 km/h cruise control is activated, cruise
(25 mph) or more without keeping control is disengaged. See Forward +RES : If there is a set speed in
your foot on the accelerator. Cruise Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 208. memory, press briefly to resume that
control does not work at speeds When road conditions allow you to speed or press and hold to
below 40 km/h (25 mph). safely use it again, cruise control accelerate. If cruise control is
can be turned back on. already active, use to increase
vehicle speed.
{ Warning If the brakes or the Regen on
Demand paddle are applied, cruise SET : Press briefly to set the
Cruise control can be dangerous control disengages. speed and activate cruise control.
where you cannot drive safely at If cruise control is already active,
a steady speed. Do not use use to decrease vehicle speed.
cruise control on winding roads or
Setting Cruise Control
in heavy traffic.
Cruise control can be dangerous If 5 is on when not in use, -SET or
on slippery roads. On such roads, +RES could get bumped and go into
fast changes in tire traction can cruise when not desired. Keep 5
cause excessive wheel slip, and off when cruise is not being used.
you could lose control. Do not use To set a speed:
cruise control on slippery roads.
1. Press 5 to turn the cruise
system on.
With the Traction Control System
(TCS) or Electronic Stability Control 2. Get up to the desired speed.
(ESC), the system may begin to 5 : Press to turn the cruise control 3. Press and release -SET. The
limit wheel spin while you are using system on and off. A white indicator desired set speed briefly
cruise control. If this happens, the comes on in the instrument cluster appears in the instrument
cruise control will automatically when cruise is turned on. cluster.
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4. Remove foot from the . To increase the speed in small Passing Another Vehicle While
accelerator pedal. increments, briefly press +RES. Using Cruise Control
The cruise control indicator on the For each press, the vehicle goes Use the accelerator pedal to
instrument cluster turns green after about 1 km/h (1 mph) faster. increase the vehicle speed. When
cruise control has been set to the The speedometer reading can be you take your foot off the pedal, the
desired speed. See Instrument displayed in either English or metric vehicle will slow down to the
Cluster 0 101. units. See Instrument Cluster 0 101. previous set cruise speed. While
The increment value used depends pressing the accelerator pedal or
Resuming a Set Speed on the units displayed. shortly following the release to
If the cruise control is set at a override cruise control, briefly
desired speed and then the brakes Reducing Speed While Using pressing -SET will result in cruise
Cruise Control control set to the current vehicle
are applied or * is pressed, the
cruise control is disengaged without If the cruise control system is speed.
erasing the set speed from memory. already activated:
Using Cruise Control on Hills
Once the vehicle speed reaches . Press and hold -SET until the
desired lower speed is reached, How well the cruise control works
about 40 km/h (25 mph) or more, on hills depends upon the vehicle
briefly press +RES. The vehicle then release it.
speed, load, and the steepness of
returns to the previous set speed. . To slow down in small the hills. When going up steep hills,
Increasing Speed While Using increments, briefly press -SET. you might have to step on the
Cruise Control For each press, the vehicle goes accelerator pedal to maintain the
about 1 km/h (1 mph) slower. vehicle speed. When going
If the cruise control system is downhill, you might have to brake or
already activated: The speedometer reading can be
displayed in either English or metric shift to a lower gear to keep your
. Press and hold +RES on the units. See Instrument Cluster 0 101. speed down.
steering wheel until the vehicle The increment value used depends If a lower gear is being used while
accelerates to the desired on the units displayed. going downhill, this causes the
speed, then release it. vehicle to have improved control of
vehicle speed by using a
combination of engine and
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regenerative braking depending on Adaptive Cruise Control conditions allow ACC to be safely
vehicle conditions. At times you used, the ACC can be turned
might have to apply the brakes to If equipped with Adaptive Cruise back on.
keep your speed down. If the brake Control (ACC), it allows you to
select the cruise control set speed ACC will not engage if the TCS or
pedal is applied, cruise control will StabiliTrak system is disabled.
disengage. and following gap. Read this entire
section before using this system.
Ending Cruise Control The following gap is the following { Warning
There are five ways to end cruise time between your vehicle and a
vehicle detected directly ahead in ACC has limited braking ability
control:
your path moving in the same and may not have time to slow
. Step lightly on the brake pedal. direction. If no vehicle is detected in the vehicle down enough to avoid
. Press *. your path, ACC works like regular a collision with another vehicle
cruise control. ACC uses camera you are following. This can occur
. Shift the electric drive unit to and radar sensors. See Radio when vehicles suddenly slow or
N (Neutral). Frequency Statement 0 351. stop ahead, or enter your lane.
. Press 5 to turn the cruise If a vehicle is detected in your path, Also see Alerting the Driver in
control system off completely. ACC can apply acceleration or this section. Complete attention is
limited, moderate braking to always required while driving and
. Press the Regen on Demand you should be ready to take
maintain the selected following gap.
paddles. To disengage ACC, apply the brake. action and apply the brakes. See
Erasing Speed Memory If ACC is controlling your vehicle Defensive Driving 0 166.
speed when the Traction Control
The cruise control set speed is System (TCS) or StabiliTrak system
erased from memory if 5 is pressed activates, the ACC may
or if the vehicle is turned off. automatically disengage. See
Traction Control/Electronic Stability
Control 0 192. When road
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speed by 1 km/h (1 mph), briefly

{ Warning press SET. To decrease speed to
the next 5 km/h (5 mph) mark on the
ACC will not detect or brake for speedometer, press and hold SET,
children, pedestrians, animals, then release.
or other objects.
* : Press to disengage ACC
Do not use ACC when: without erasing the set speed from
. On winding and hilly roads memory.
or when the sensors are [ : Press to select a following gap
blocked by snow, ice, or dirt. time (or distance) setting for ACC of
The system may not detect Far, Medium, or Near.
a vehicle ahead. Keep the
entire front of the vehicle Setting Adaptive Cruise Control
clean. 5 : Press to turn the system on or
off. A white cruise control indicator If ACC is on when not in use, 5
. Visibility is low, such as in comes on in the instrument cluster. could get pressed and ACC could
fog, rain, or snow become active when not desired.
conditions. ACC +RES : Press briefly to resume the Keep ACC off when it is not
performance is limited under previous set speed or to increase being used.
these conditions. vehicle speed if ACC is already
activated. To increase speed by Select the set speed desired for
. On slippery roads where 1 km/h (1 mph), briefly press +RES. cruise. This is the vehicle speed
fast changes in tire traction To increase speed to the next when no vehicle is detected in
can cause excessive 5 km/h (5 mph) mark on the its path.
wheel slip. speedometer, press and hold +RES, ACC will not set at a speed less
then release. than 25 km/h (15 MPH), although it
SET : Press briefly to set the can be resumed when driving at
speed and activate ACC or to lower speeds.
decrease vehicle speed if ACC is
already activated. To decrease
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To set ACC: Resuming a Set Speed . Press and hold +RES until the
If the ACC is set at a desired speed desired set speed appears on
1. Press 5. the display, then release it.
and then the brakes are applied, the
2. Get up to the desired speed. ACC is disengaged without erasing . To increase vehicle speed in
3. Press and release -SET. the set speed from memory. small increments, briefly press
To begin using ACC again, briefly +RES. For each press, the
4. Remove your foot from the vehicle goes 1 km/h or (1 mph)
accelerator. press +RES. The vehicle returns to
the previous set speed. faster.
After ACC is set, it may immediately . To increase vehicle speed in
apply the brakes if a vehicle ahead Increasing Speed While ACC is at larger increments, press and
is detected closer than the selected a Set Speed
hold +RES, then release. For
following gap. If ACC is already activated, do one each press, the vehicle goes
of the following: 5km/h or (5 mph) faster.
. Use the accelerator to get to the When it is determined that there is
higher speed. Press -SET. no vehicle ahead inside the selected
Release the control and the following gap, then the vehicle
accelerator pedal. The vehicle speed will increase to the set speed.
will now cruise at the higher
speed. Reducing Speed While ACC is at a
The ACC indicator displays in the Set Speed
instrument cluster. When the ACC is When the accelerator pedal is
pressed, ACC will not brake If ACC is already activated, do one
active, the indicator turns green.
because it is overridden. of the following:
Be mindful of speed limits, . Use the brake to get to the
A warning message will appear
surrounding traffic speeds, and
on the Driver Information Center desired lower speed. Press -SET
weather conditions when selecting
(DIC). See Cruise Control and release the accelerator
the set speed.
Messages 0 133. pedal. The vehicle will now
cruise at the lower speed.
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. Press and hold -SET until the settings: Far, Medium, or Near. The If ACC is engaged, driver action
desired lower speed is reached, gap setting will be maintained until it may be required when ACC cannot
then release it. is changed. apply sufficient braking because of
. To decrease the vehicle speed in Since each gap setting corresponds approaching a vehicle too rapidly.
smaller increments, briefly press to a following time (Far, Medium, When this condition occurs, eight
-SET. For each press, the or Near), the following distance will beeps will sound from the front.
vehicle goes about 1 km/h or vary based on vehicle speed. The See Defensive Driving 0 166.
(1 mph) slower. faster the vehicle speed, the further
. To decrease the vehicle speed in back your vehicle will follow a Approaching and Following a
vehicle detected ahead. Consider Vehicle
larger increments, press and
hold -SET, then release. For traffic and weather conditions when
each press, the vehicle goes selecting the following gap. The
about 5 km/h or (5 mph) slower. range of selectable gaps may not be
appropriate for all drivers and
Selecting the Follow Distance driving conditions.
When a slower moving vehicle is Changing the gap setting
detected ahead within the selected automatically changes the alert
following gap, ACC will adjust the timing sensitivity (Far, Medium, The vehicle ahead indicator is in the
vehicle's speed and attempt to or Near) for the Forward Collision instrument cluster.
maintain the follow distance gap Alert (FCA) feature. See Forward The vehicle ahead symbol only
selected. Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 208. displays when a vehicle is detected
Press [ on the steering wheel to Alerting the Driver in your vehicles path moving in the
adjust the following gap. When same direction.
pressed, the current gap setting If this symbol is not displaying, ACC
displays briefly on the instrument will not respond to or brake to
cluster. Subsequent presses cycle vehicles ahead.
the gap button through three
ACC automatically slows the vehicle
down and adjusts vehicle speed to
follow the vehicle in front at the
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selected following gap. The vehicle Notification to Resume ACC

speed increases or decreases to Warning (Continued)
ACC will maintain a following gap
follow the vehicle in front of you, but behind a detected vehicle and slow
will not exceed the set speed. It may attention is always required while
driving and you should be ready your vehicle to a stop behind that
apply limited braking, if necessary. vehicle.
When braking is active, the brake to take action and apply the
lamps will come on. The automatic brakes. If the stopped vehicle ahead has
braking may feel or sound different driven away and ACC has not
than if the brakes were applied ACC Automatically Disengages resumed, the vehicle ahead
manually. This is normal. indicator will flash as a reminder to
ACC may automatically disengage check traffic before proceeding. In
Stationary or Very Slow-Moving and the driver will need to manually addition, three beeps will sound.
Objects apply the brakes to slow the See Go Notifier in Collision/
vehicle when: Detection Systems under Vehicle
{ Warning . The sensors are blocked. Personalization 0 141.
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) . The Traction Control System When the vehicle ahead drives
may not detect and react to (TCS) or StabiliTrak system has away, press +RES or the
activated or been disabled. accelerator pedal to resume ACC.
stopped or slow-moving vehicles
If stopped for more than
ahead of you. For example, the . No traffic or other objects are two minutes or if the driver door is
system may not brake for a being detected. opened and the driver safety belt is
vehicle it has never detected . unbuckled, the ACC automatically
There is a fault in the system.
moving. This can occur in applies the Electric Parking Brake
stop-and-go traffic or when a The ACC active indicator will not be
(EPB) to hold the vehicle. The
vehicle suddenly appears due to displayed when ACC is no longer
Electric Parking Brake status light
a vehicle ahead changing lanes. active.
will turn on. See Electric Parking
Your vehicle may not stop and Brake 0 188. To release the EPB,
could cause a crash. Use caution press the accelerator pedal.
when using ACC. Your complete
(Continued)
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A DIC warning message may ACC Override

display indicating to shift to P (Park) Warning (Continued)
If using the accelerator pedal while
before exiting the vehicle. See ACC is active, a warning message
Cruise Control Messages 0 133. vehicle exiting or entering exit
on the DIC will indicate that ramps. You could lose control of
automatic braking will not occur. the vehicle or crash. Do not use
{ Warning See Cruise Control Messages ACC while driving on an entrance
0 133. ACC will resume operation or exit ramp. Always be ready to
If ACC has stopped the vehicle, when the accelerator pedal is not
and if ACC is disengaged, turned use the brakes if necessary.
being pressed.
off, or canceled, the vehicle will
no longer be held at a stop. The
vehicle can move. When ACC is
{ Warning { Warning
holding the vehicle at a stop, The ACC will not automatically On curves, ACC may respond to
always be prepared to manually apply the brakes if your foot is a vehicle in another lane, or may
apply the brakes. resting on the accelerator pedal. not have time to react to a vehicle
You could crash into a vehicle in your lane. You could crash into
ahead of you. a vehicle ahead of you, or lose
{ Warning control of your vehicle. Give extra
Leaving the vehicle without Curves in the Road attention in curves and be ready
placing it in P (Park) can be to use the brakes if necessary.
dangerous. Do not leave the { Warning Select an appropriate speed while
driving in curves.
vehicle while it is being held at a
stop by ACC. Always place the On curves, ACC may not detect a
vehicle in P (Park) and turn off vehicle ahead in your lane. You
ACC may operate differently in a
the ignition before leaving the could be startled if the vehicle sharp curve. It may reduce the
vehicle. accelerates up to the set speed, vehicle speed if the curve is too
especially when following a sharp.
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ACC may occasionally provide an Do Not Use ACC on Hills and

alert and/or braking that is When Towing a Trailer
considered unnecessary. It could
respond to vehicles in different
lanes, signs, guardrails, and other
stationary objects when entering or
exiting a curve. This is normal
operation. The vehicle does not
need service.
When following a vehicle and Other Vehicle Lane Changes
entering a curve, ACC may not
detect the vehicle ahead and
accelerate to the set speed. When Do not use ACC when driving on
this happens the vehicle ahead steep hills or when towing a trailer.
indicator will not appear. ACC will not detect a vehicle in the
lane while driving on steep hills. The
driver will often need to take over
acceleration and braking on steep
hills, especially when towing a
trailer. If the brakes are applied, the
ACC disengages.
ACC will not detect a vehicle ahead
until it is completely in the lane. The Ending ACC
brake may need to be manually There are four ways to end ACC:
applied.
. Step lightly on the brake pedal.
ACC may detect a vehicle that is
not in your lane and apply the . Press *.
brakes.
. Press 5.
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. Press the Regen on Demand
paddle.
Driver Assistance Warning (Continued)
Erasing Speed Memory
Systems
This vehicle may have features that Under many conditions, these
The cruise control set speed is systems will not:
work together to help avoid crashes
erased from memory if 5 is pressed or reduce crash damage while . Detect children,
or if the ignition is turned off. driving, backing, and parking. Read pedestrians, bicyclists,
Cleaning the Sensing System this entire section before using or animals.
these systems.
The camera sensor on the . Detect vehicles or objects
windshield ahead of the rearview outside the area monitored
mirror and the radar sensors on the
{ Warning by the system.
front of the vehicle can become Do not rely on the Driver . Work at all driving speeds.
blocked by snow, ice, dirt, or mud. Assistance Systems. These
These areas need to be cleaned for . Warn you or provide you
systems do not replace the need with enough time to avoid a
ACC to operate properly.
for paying attention and driving crash.
For cleaning instructions, see safely. You may not hear or see
Washing the Vehicle under alerts or warnings provided by . Work under poor visibility or
Exterior Care 0 314. these systems. Failure to use bad weather conditions.
System operation may also be proper care when driving may . Work if the detection sensor
limited under snow, heavy rain, result in injury, death, or vehicle is not cleaned or is covered
or road spray conditions. damage. See Defensive by ice, snow, mud, or dirt.
Driving 0 166. Complete attention is always
(Continued) required while driving, and you
should be ready to take action
and apply the brakes and/or steer
the vehicle to avoid crashes.
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Audible Alert button on the infotainment system,

Some driver assistance features shift into P (Park), or reach a vehicle
alert the driver of obstacles by speed of 8 km/h (5 mph).
beeping. To change the volume of Press MENU to adjust the display
the warning chime, see Comfort brightness while viewing the rear
and Convenience under Vehicle camera display.
Assistance Systems for

1. View Displayed by the
Parking or Backing Camera
If equipped, the Rear Vision Camera 2. Corners of the Rear Bumper
(RVC), Rear Parking Assist (RPA),
Displayed images may be farther or
Front Parking Assist (FPA), Rear
closer than they appear. The area
Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), and displayed is limited and objects that
Automatic Parking Assist (APA) may are close to either corner of the
help the driver park or avoid objects.
bumper or under the bumper do not
Always check around the vehicle
display.
when parking or backing.
A warning triangle may display on
Rear Vision Camera (RVC) 1. View Displayed by the the RVC screen to show that RPA
When the vehicle is shifted into Camera has detected an object. This triangle
R (Reverse), the RVC displays an changes from amber to red and
image of the area behind the vehicle increases in size the closer the
in the center stack display. The object.
previous screen displays when the
vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse)
after a short delay. To return to the
previous screen sooner, press a
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warmer or humid weather. Blocked

{ Warning sensors will not detect objects and
can also cause false detections.
The camera(s) do not display Keep the sensors clean of mud, dirt,
children, pedestrians, bicyclists, snow, ice, and slush; and clean
crossing traffic, animals, or any sensors after a car wash in freezing
other object outside of the temperatures.
cameras field of view, below the
bumper, or under the vehicle.
Shown distances may be different
{ Warning
from actual distances. Do not The Parking Assist system does
drive or park the vehicle using not detect children, pedestrians,
only these camera(s). Always bicyclists, animals, or objects The instrument cluster may have a
check behind and around the located below the bumper or that parking assist display with bars that
vehicle before driving. Failure to are too close or too far from the show distance to object and object
use proper care may result in vehicle. It is not available at location information for RPA, and on
injury, death, or vehicle damage. speeds greater than 8 km/h some vehicles, FPA. As the object
(5 mph). To prevent injury, death, gets closer, more bars light up and
Parking Assist or vehicle damage, even with the bars change color from yellow to
parking assist, always check the amber to red.
With RPA, and if equipped with FPA, area around the vehicle and
as the vehicle moves at speeds of When an object is first detected in
check all mirrors before moving the rear, one beep will be heard
less than 8 km/h (5 mph) the
forward or backing. from the rear. When an object is
sensors on the bumpers may detect
objects up to 1.8 m (6 ft) behind the very close (<0.6 m (2 ft) in the
vehicle and 1.2 m (4 ft) in front of the vehicle rear, or <0.3 m (1 ft) in the
vehicle within a zone 25 cm (10 in) vehicle front), five beeps will sound
high off the ground and below from the front or rear depending on
bumper level. These detection object location. Beeps for FPA are
distances may be shorter during higher pitched than for RPA.
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Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) To turn the RPA symbols or

guidance lines on or off, see Rear Warning (Continued)
If equipped, when the vehicle is
shifted into R (Reverse), RCTA Camera under Vehicle
Personalization 0 141. in the parking space, such as
displays a red warning triangle with movement of an adjacent vehicle,
a left or right pointing arrow on the Automatic Parking or a person or object entering the
RVC screen to warn of traffic Assist (APA) parking space. APA does not
coming from the left or right. This detect or avoid traffic that is
system detects objects coming from If equipped, APA searches for and
steers the vehicle into parallel and behind or alongside of the
up to 20 m (65 ft) from the left or
perpendicular parking spots. When vehicle. Always be prepared to
right side of the vehicle. When an
using APA, you must still shift gears, stop the vehicle during the
object is detected, three beeps
sound from the left or right, and control the brakes and parking maneuver.
depending on the direction of the accelerator. The Driver Information
detected vehicle. Center (DIC) and audible beeps
Press O on the center console to
help to guide parking maneuvers.
Turning the Features On or Off enable the system to search for a
parking space that is large enough
The X button on the center { Warning and within 1.5 m (5 ft) of the vehicle.
console is used to turn on or off the The vehicle speed must be below
APA does not apply the brakes.
Front and Rear Parking Assist and 30 km/h (18 mph).
APA may not detect objects in the
the Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA). The system cannot:
The indicator light in the button parking space, objects that are
comes on when the features are on soft or narrow, objects high off the . Detect whether it is a legal
and turns off when the features ground such as flatbed trucks, parking space.
have been disabled. or objects below ground level . Park exactly lined up with the
such as large potholes. Always
RCTA can also be turned off vehicle next to it if the spot is
verify that the parking space is approached at an angle or if the
through vehicle personalization. See appropriate for parking a vehicle.
Collision/Detection Systems under parking space is angled.
APA does not respond to changes
Vehicle Personalization 0 141. . Park exactly centered in a spot
(Continued)
that is marked too large.
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. Always detect short curbs. If the vehicle exceeds 10 km/h
If the vehicle is equipped with (6 mph), APA is automatically
perpendicular parking mode, press disengaged and automatic steering
will turn off. A DIC progress arrow
and hold O during the search displays the status of the parking
process to switch the APA parking maneuver. Depending on the space
mode between perpendicular and size, additional maneuvers may be
parallel parking. required, and there will be additional
APA searches for parking spaces to instructions. When changing gears,
the right of the vehicle. To search for APA will instruct the vehicle to stop allow the automatic steering to
a parking space to the left, turn on once a large enough space is found. complete before continuing the
the left turn signal. Follow the instructions in the DIC. parking maneuver. Upon successful
When instructed to drive in reverse, completion of a maneuver, APA will
shift to R (Reverse) to engage beep and display a PARKING
automatic steering. The steering COMPLETE message. Place the
wheel will briefly vibrate as a vehicle in P (Park).
reminder to remove hands from the APA may automatically disengage if:
steering wheel. Check surroundings
and continue braking or accelerating . The steering wheel is used by
as needed, and be prepared to stop the driver.
to avoid vehicles, pedestrians, . The maximum allowed speed is
or objects. exceeded.
After completely passing a large If the vehicle is in R (Reverse), but . There is a failure with the APA
enough space bordered by two does not steer into the expected system.
vehicles or other objects, an audible space, this may be because the
beep occurs and a red symbol . Electronic Stability Control or
system is maneuvering the vehicle
displays in the DIC. antilock brakes are activated.
into a previously detected space.
The APA system does not need . A high priority vehicle message
service. is displayed in the DIC.
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To cancel APA, press O again. FCA detects vehicles within a Detecting the Vehicle Ahead
distance of approximately 60 m
Assistance Systems for (197 ft) and operates at speeds
above 8 km/h (5 mph).
Driving
If equipped, when driving the { Warning
vehicle in a forward gear, Forward
Collision Alert (FCA), Lane FCA is a warning system and
Departure Warning (LDW), Lane does not apply the brakes. When FCA warnings will not occur unless
Keep Assist (LKA), Side Blind Zone approaching a slower-moving or the FCA system detects a vehicle
Alert (SBZA), Lane Change Alert stopped vehicle ahead too rapidly, ahead. When a vehicle is detected,
(LCA), and/or the Forward or when following a vehicle too the vehicle ahead indicator will
Automatic Braking (FAB) can help to closely, FCA may not provide a display green. Vehicles may not be
avoid a crash or reduce crash warning with enough time to help detected on curves, highway exit
damage. avoid a crash. It also may not ramps, or hills, due to poor visibility;
provide any warning at all. FCA or if a vehicle ahead is partially
Forward Collision Alert does not warn of pedestrians, blocked by pedestrians or other
(FCA) System animals, signs, guardrails, objects. FCA will not detect another
bridges, construction barrels, vehicle ahead until it is completely
If equipped, the FCA system may in the driving lane.
or other objects. Be ready to take
help to avoid or reduce the harm
action and apply the brakes. See
caused by front-end crashes. When
approaching a vehicle ahead too Defensive Driving 0 166. { Warning
quickly, FCA provides a red flashing FCA does not provide a warning
alert on the windshield and rapidly FCA can be disabled with the FCA to help avoid a crash, unless it
beeps. FCA also lights an amber steering wheel control. detects a vehicle. FCA may not
visual alert if following another
detect a vehicle ahead if the FCA
vehicle much too closely.
sensor is blocked by dirt, snow,
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more rapidly which can cause a Tailgating Alert features. The timing
Warning (Continued) brief, mild deceleration. Continue to of both alerts will vary based on
apply the brake pedal as needed. vehicle speed. The faster the
or ice, or if the windshield is Cruise control may be disengaged vehicle speed, the farther away the
damaged. It may also not detect a when the Collision Alert occurs. alert will occur. Consider traffic and
vehicle on winding or hilly roads, weather conditions when selecting
or in conditions that can limit Tailgating Alert the alert timing. The range of
visibility such as fog, rain, selectable alert timings may not be
or snow, or if the headlamps or appropriate for all drivers and
windshield are not cleaned or in driving conditions.
proper condition. Keep the
windshield, headlamps, and FCA Following Distance Indication
sensors clean and in good repair. The distance to a moving vehicle
that you are following is shown in
The vehicle ahead indicator will
Collision Alert seconds on the Driver Information
display amber when you are
Center (DIC). See Driver
following a detected vehicle ahead
Information Center (DIC) 0 130. The
much too closely.
minimum following time is
Selecting the Alert Timing 0.5 seconds away. If there is no
vehicle detected ahead, or the
The Collision Alert control is on the vehicle ahead is out of sensor
steering wheel. Press [ to set the range, dashes will be displayed.
FCA timing to Far, Medium, or Near,
When your vehicle approaches or on some vehicles, Off. The first Unnecessary Alerts
another detected vehicle too rapidly, button press shows the current FCA may provide unnecessary
the red FCA display will flash on the setting on the Driver Information alerts to turning vehicles, vehicles in
windshield. Also, eight rapid Center (DIC). Additional button other lanes, objects that are not
high-pitched beeps will sound from presses will change this setting. The vehicles, or shadows. These alerts
the front. When this Collision Alert chosen setting will remain until it is are normal operation and the
occurs, the brake system may changed and will affect the timing of vehicle does not need service.
prepare for driver braking to occur both the Collision Alert and the
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Cleaning the System vehicle ahead indicator being lit.

See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) Warning (Continued)
If the FCA system does not seem to
System 0 208.
operate properly, cleaning the . Detect a vehicle when
outside of the windshield in front of The system works when driving in a weather limits visibility, such
the rearview mirror, and cleaning the forward gear between 8 km/h as in fog, rain, or snow.
front of the vehicle where radar (5 mph) and 60 km/h (37 mph).
. Detect a vehicle ahead if it
sensors are located, may correct It can detect vehicles up to
approximately 60 m (197 ft). is partially blocked by
the issue.
pedestrians or other objects.
Forward Automatic { Warning Complete attention is always
required while driving, and you
Braking (FAB) FAB is an emergency crash should be ready to take action
If the vehicle has Forward Collision preparation feature and is not and apply the brakes and/or steer
Alert (FCA), it also has FAB, which designed to avoid crashes. Do the vehicle to avoid crashes.
includes Intelligent Brake not rely on FAB to brake the
Assist (IBA). When the system vehicle. FAB will not brake
detects a vehicle ahead in your path FAB may slow the vehicle to a
outside of its operating speed complete stop to try to avoid a
that is traveling in the same range and only responds to
direction that you may be about to potential crash. If this happens, FAB
detected vehicles. may engage the Electric Parking
crash into, it can provide a boost to
braking or automatically brake the FAB may not: Brake (EPB) to hold the vehicle at a
vehicle. This can help avoid or stop. Release the EPB or firmly
. Detect a vehicle ahead on
lessen the severity of crashes when press the accelerator pedal.
winding or hilly roads.
driving in a forward gear. Depending
on the situation, the vehicle may . Detect all vehicles,
especially vehicles with a
{ Warning
automatically brake moderately or
hard. This front automatic braking trailer, tractors, muddy FAB may automatically brake the
can only occur if a vehicle is vehicles, etc. vehicle suddenly in situations
detected. This is shown by the FCA (Continued) where it is unexpected and
(Continued)
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and a vehicle is also detected on

Warning (Continued) { Warning the same side, the display will flash
as an extra warning not to change
undesired. It could respond to a IBA may increase vehicle braking lanes. Since this system is part of
turning vehicle ahead, guardrails, in situations when it may not be the Lane Change Alert (LCA)
signs, and other non-moving necessary. You could block the system, read the entire LCA section
objects. To override FAB, firmly flow of traffic. If this occurs, take before using this feature.
press the accelerator pedal, if it is your foot off the brake pedal and
safe to do so. then apply the brakes as needed. Lane Change Alert (LCA)
If equipped, the LCA system is a
Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) FAB and IBA can be disabled lane-changing aid that assists
through vehicle personalization. See drivers with avoiding lane change
IBA may activate when the brake
the Auto Collision Preparation crashes that occur with moving
pedal is applied quickly by providing
information in Collision/Detection vehicles in the side blind zone (or
a boost to braking based on the
Systems under Vehicle spot) areas or with vehicles rapidly
speed of approach and distance to
Personalization 0 141. approaching these areas from
a vehicle ahead.
behind. The LCA warning display
Minor brake pedal pulsations or Side Blind Zone will light up in the corresponding
pedal movement during this time is
normal and the brake pedal should
Alert (SBZA) outside side mirror and will flash if
the turn signal is on.
continue to be applied as needed. If equipped, the SBZA system is a
IBA will automatically disengage lane-changing aid that assists
only when the brake pedal is drivers with avoiding crashes that { Warning
released. occur with moving vehicles in the LCA does not alert the driver to
side blind zone (or spot) areas.
vehicles outside of the system
When the vehicle is in a forward
detection zones, pedestrians,
gear, the left or right side mirror
display will light up if a moving bicyclists, or animals. It may not
vehicle is detected in that blind provide alerts when changing
zone. If the turn signal is activated (Continued)
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approximately between 0.5 m (1.5 ft) When the vehicle is started, both
Warning (Continued) and 2 m (6 ft) off the ground. The outside mirror LCA displays will
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) briefly come on to indicate the
lanes under all driving conditions. warning area starts at approximately system is operating. When the
Failure to use proper care when the middle of the vehicle and goes vehicle is in a forward gear, the left
changing lanes may result in back 5 m (16 ft). Drivers are also or right side mirror display will light
injury, death, or vehicle damage. warned of vehicles rapidly up if a moving vehicle is detected in
Before making a lane change, approaching from up to 25 m (82 ft) the next lane over in that blind zone
always check mirrors, glance over behind the vehicle. or rapidly approaching that zone.
your shoulder, and use the turn If the turn signal is activated in the
signals. How the System Works same direction as a detected
The LCA symbol lights up in the vehicle, this display will flash as an
LCA Detection Zones side mirrors when the system extra warning not to change lanes.
detects a moving vehicle in the next LCA can be disabled through
lane over that is in the side blind vehicle personalization. See
zone or rapidly approaching that Collision/Detection Systems under
zone from behind. A lit LCA symbol Vehicle Personalization 0 141.
indicates it may be unsafe to If LCA is disabled by the driver, the
change lanes. Before making a lane LCA mirror displays will not light up.
change, check the LCA display,
check mirrors, glance over your When the System Does Not
shoulder, and use the turn signals. Seem to Work Properly
The LCA system requires some
1. SBZA Detection Zone driving for the system to calibrate to
2. LCA Detection Zone maximum performance. This
calibration may occur more quickly if
The LCA sensor covers a zone of the vehicle is driving on a straight
approximately one lane over from highway road with traffic and
both sides of the vehicle, or 3.5 m Left Side Mirror Right Side Mirror
roadside objects (e.g., guardrails,
(11 ft). The height of the zone is Display Display barriers). During a trip, the LCA
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system is not operational until the instructions, see "Washing the warning if the vehicle is crossing a
vehicle first reaches a speed of Vehicle" under Exterior Care 0 314. detected lane marking without using
24 km/h (15 mph). If the DIC still displays the system a turn signal in the lane departure
LCA displays may not come on unavailable message after cleaning direction. Since this system is part
when passing a vehicle quickly or both sides of the vehicle toward the of the Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
for a stopped vehicle. LCA may alert rear corners of the vehicle, see your system, read the entire LKA section
to objects attached to the vehicle, dealer. before using this feature.
such as a bicycle or object If the LCA displays do not light up
extending out to either side of the when moving vehicles are in the Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
vehicle. Attached objects may also side blind zone or rapidly If equipped, LKA may help avoid
interfere with the detection of approaching this zone and the crashes due to unintentional lane
vehicles. This is normal system system is clean, the system may departures. It may assist by gently
operation; the vehicle does not need need service. Take the vehicle to turning the steering wheel if the
service. your dealer. vehicle approaches a detected lane
LCA may not always alert the driver When LCA is disabled for any marking without using a turn signal
to vehicles in the next lane over, reason other than the driver turning in that direction. It may also provide
especially in wet conditions or when it off, the Lane Change Alert On a Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
driving on sharp curves. The system option will not be available on the system alert as the lane marking is
does not need to be serviced. The personalization menu. crossed. The LKA system will not
system may light up due to assist or provide an LDW alert if it
guardrails, signs, trees, shrubs, and Radio Frequency Information detects that you are actively
other non-moving objects. This is See Radio Frequency steering. Override LKA by turning
normal system operation; the Statement 0 351. the steering wheel. LKA uses a
vehicle does not need service. camera to detect lane markings
Lane Departure between 60 km/h (37 mph) and
LCA may not operate when the LCA 180 km/h (112 mph).
sensors in the left or right corners of Warning (LDW)
the rear bumper are covered with
mud, dirt, snow, ice, or slush, or in If equipped, LDW may help avoid
heavy rainstorms. For cleaning crashes due to unintentional lane
departures. It may provide a
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How the System Works

{ Warning Warning (Continued)
The LKA camera sensor is on the
The LKA system does not If LKA only detects lane markings windshield ahead of the rearview
continuously steer the vehicle. on one side of the road, it will mirror.
It may not keep the vehicle in the only assist or provide an LDW
lane or give a Lane Departure alert when approaching the lane
To turn LKA on and off, press A
on the steering wheel.
Warning (LDW) alert, even if a on the side where it has detected
lane marking is detected. a lane marking. Even with LKA When on, A is green if LKA is
The LKA and LDW systems and LDW, you must steer the available to assist and provide LDW
may not: vehicle. Always keep your alerts. It may assist by gently
attention on the road and turning the steering wheel and
. Provide an alert or enough maintain proper vehicle position display A as amber if the vehicle
steering assist to avoid a within the lane, or vehicle approaches a detected lane marking
lane departure or crash. damage, injury, or death could without using a turn signal in that
. Detect lane markings under occur. Always keep the direction. It may also provide an
poor weather or visibility windshield, headlamps, and LDW alert by flashing A amber
conditions. This can occur if camera sensors clean and in as the lane marking is crossed.
the windshield or good repair. Do not use LKA in Additionally, there will be three
headlamps are blocked by bad weather conditions. beeps on the right or left, depending
dirt, snow, or ice, if they are on the lane departure direction.
not in proper condition, or if
The LKA system does not
the sun shines directly into
the camera.
{ Warning continuously steer the vehicle.
Using LKA on slippery roads If LKA does not detect active driver
. Detect road edges. steering, an alert and chime may be
could cause loss of control of the
. Detect lanes on winding or provided. Move the steering wheel
vehicle and a crash. Turn the
hilly roads. to dismiss.
system off.
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When the System Does Not Charging off. Additional unexpected clicking
Seem to Work Properly sounds may be caused by the
electrical devices used while
The system performance may be Plug-In Charging charging.
affected by:
This section explains the charging While the charge cord is plugged
. Close vehicles ahead. of the vehicle's high voltage battery. into the vehicle, the vehicle cannot
. Sudden lighting changes, such Do not allow the vehicle to remain in be driven.
as when driving through tunnels. extreme temperatures for long
periods without being driven or Charging
. Banked roads. plugged in. Plug the vehicle in when
Start Charge
. Roads with poor lane markings, temperatures are below 0 C (32 F)
such as two-lane roads. and above 32 C (90 F) to 1. Make sure the vehicle is
maximize the life of the high voltage parked. Select the appropriate
If the LKA system is not functioning battery. charge level using the Charge
properly when lane markings are Limit Preference screen on the
clearly visible, cleaning the When using a 120-volt AC electrical
center stack. See Charge
windshield may help. outlet, it will take approximately
Limit Selection under
13 hours to charge the vehicle with
LKA assistance and/or LDW alerts Programmable Charging 0 119.
the 12 amp AC current setting or
may occur due to tar marks, Turn the vehicle off.
19 hours using the default 8 amp
shadows, cracks in the road, AC current setting. When using a 2. Push the rearward edge of the
temporary or construction lane 240-volt charging station, it will take charge port door in and release
markings, or other road approximately 4.5 hours to charge to open the door.
imperfections. This is normal system the vehicle. Charge times will vary
operation; the vehicle does not need In cold weather conditions, ice
with outside temperature. There are may form around the charge
service. Turn LKA off if these three ways to program how the
conditions continue. port door. Remove ice from the
vehicle is charged. See area before attempting to open
Programmable Charging 0 119. or close the charge port door.
The charging system may run fans
and pumps that result in sounds
from the vehicle while it is turned
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End Charge
1. Unlock the vehicle with the
RKE transmitter to disarm the
charge cord theft alert.
2. Unplug the vehicle plug of the

3. Open the rear hatch. Open the 5. Plug in the vehicle plug of the charge cord from the vehicle.
left storage compartment door charge cord into the charge
and remove the charge cord. port on the vehicle. Verify that 3. Close the charge port door by
the charging status indicator pressing firmly on the rearward
4. Plug the charge cord into the edge of the door surface.
electrical outlet. See Electrical illuminates on top of the
Requirements for Battery instrument panel and an 4. Unplug the charge cord from
Charging 0 229. Verify the audible beep occurs. See the electrical outlet.
charge cord status. See Charging Status
5. Place the charge cord into the
Charge Cord 0 222. Feedback 0 217.
storage compartment.
6. To arm the charge cord theft
alert, lock the vehicle with the
RKE transmitter. To disable this
feature, see Charge Cord
Theft Alert in Vehicle
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Delayed Charging Charging Status . Long Flashing Green Vehicle

is plugged in. Battery is not fully
Override Feedback charged. Battery charging is
To temporarily override a delayed delayed.
charge event, unplug the charge . Solid Green Vehicle is plugged
cord from the charge port and then in. Battery is fully charged.
plug it back in within five seconds.
A single audible beep will sound . Solid Yellow Vehicle is plugged
and charging will begin immediately. in. It is normal for the CSI to turn
yellow for a few seconds after
To cancel a temporary override, plugging in a compatible charge
unplug the charge cord, wait for cord. The solid yellow may be
10 seconds, and then plug the extended depending on the
charge cord back in. A double vehicle and if there is a total
audible beep will sound and utility interruption via OnStar.
charging will be delayed. See Utility Interruption of
See Programmable Charging 0 119 The vehicle has a Charging Status Charging 0 228. This may also
for advanced charge scheduling Indicator (CSI) at the center of the indicate that the charging
options. instrument panel near the system has detected a fault and
windshield. When the vehicle is will not charge the battery. See
plugged in and the vehicle power is Charge Cord Status Indicators
off, the CSI indicates the following: in Charge Cord 0 222.
. Short Flashing Green Vehicle
is plugged in. Battery is not fully
charged. Flash rate increases
from one to four flashes as
battery charges.
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If the vehicle is plugged in and When the charge port door is open
vehicle power is on, the CSI will and the vehicle is not plugged in,
flash or will be solid green, the bezel light stays on solid to light
depending on the charge level. This the charging receptacle.
also happens during a remote start A message displays if the vehicle is
if the vehicle is plugged in. not able to charge.
If the vehicle is plugged in and the Following is the vehicle feedback
CSI is off, a total utility interruption when the charge cord is plugged in.
using OnStar or a charging fault has
been detected. See Utility
Interruption of Charging 0 228 or
Charge Cord Status Indicators in
Charge Cord 0 222. If equipped, the charge port bezel
light acts as an additional CSI when
the vehicle is plugged in and
charging. It will flash along with
the CSI on the instrument panel.
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Charging Status
Sound Action/Reason
Indicator
Short Flashing Green One audible beep Charging has begun.
(Flash rate increases
from one to four as the
battery charges)
Long Flashing Green Two audible beeps Charging is delayed by Programmable
Charging or, if the vehicle is equipped
accordingly, by a total utility interruption via
OnStar. Charging will begin later. See Utility
Interruption of Charging 0 228.
Solid Green None Charging is complete.
Yellow (Upon Plug-in) None Charge cord is OK and the vehicle is not
yet charging.
Yellow (For Extended None Charge cord is OK, but the vehicle is not
Time Period after charging. This may be due to a total utility
Plug-in) interruption via Onstar and charging will
begin later. This may also occur if the
vehicle has detected a high voltage
charging system fault. See Utility
Interruption of Charging 0 228 or
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine
Light) 0 109.
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Charging Status
Sound Action/Reason
Indicator
Short Flashing Green Two audible beeps Vehicle is charging but will pause/delay at
(From one to four least once before the charge is complete.
flashes depending on
charge level)
Short Flashing Green Four audible beeps Insufficient time to fully charge by departure
(From one to four time due to the selected rate preference.
flashes depending on To increase the battery state of charge at
charge level) or Long the departure time perform a delayed
Flashing Green charging override. See Delayed Charging
Override 0 217.
None (Upon Plug-in) None Charge cord connection should be checked.
None (After Green or None Charge cord connection should be checked.
Yellow CSI Indication If connection is good, this may be due to a
Observed) power failure or a total utility interruption via
OnStar and charging will begin later. This
may also occur if the vehicle has detected a
high voltage charging system fault. See
Utility Interruption of Charging 0 228 or
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine
Light) 0 109.
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Charging Status
Sound Action/Reason
Indicator
None Repeated audible beeps Electricity has been interrupted before
To disable this feature, see Charge Power charging was complete. Repeated beeps
Loss Alert in Vehicle Person- will stop if power is restored within
alization 0 141. 90 seconds.
To stop this alert, do one of the following:
. Unplug the charge cord.
. Press K on the RKE transmitter.
. Press and hold 7 on the RKE
transmitter, then press again to stop the
panic alarm.
. Press the horn pad.
None Three audible beeps Charge port door is open.
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Charge Cord . Before plugging into any

electrical outlet, have a qualified
IMPORTANT SAFETY electrician inspect and verify the
INSTRUCTIONS electrical system for heavy-duty
service at a 12 amp
continuous load.
. Electrical outlets may wear out
with normal usage or may be
damaged over time, making
them unsuitable for electric
vehicle charging.
This symbol means Warning: Risk
of electrical shock. . Check the electrical outlet/plug
1. Wall Plug while charging and discontinue
See Radio Frequency 2. Status Indicators use if the electrical outlet/plug is
Statement 0 351. 3. Vehicle Plug hot, then have the electrical
A portable charge cord used to 4. Release Button outlet serviced by a qualified
charge the vehicle high voltage electrician.
battery is stored in the left storage Important Information about
Portable Electric Vehicle Charging . When outdoors, plug into an
compartment in the rear cargo area. electrical outlet that is
. Charging an electric vehicle can weatherproof.
stress a buildings electrical
system more than a typical . Mount the charging cord to
household appliance. reduce strain on the electrical
outlet/plug.
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{ Danger { Warning Warning (Continued)

Improper use of portable electric When using electric products, . If the plug provided does
vehicle charge cords may cause basic precautions should always not fit the electrical outlet,
a fire, electrical shock, or burns, be followed, including the do not modify the plug.
and may result in damage to following: Arrange for a qualified
property, serious injury, or death. . Read all the safety warnings electrician to inspect the
. Do not use extension cords, and instructions before electrical outlet.
multi-outlet power strips, using this product. Failure to . Do not put fingers into the
splitters, grounding follow the warnings and the electric vehicle connector.
adaptors, surge protectors, instructions may result in
or similar devices. electric shock, fire, and/or
. Do not use an electrical serious injury.
outlet that is worn or . Never leave children
damaged, or will not hold unattended near the vehicle
the plug firmly in place. while the vehicle is charging
. Do not use an electrical and never allow children to
play with the charge cord.
outlet that is not properly
grounded. (Continued)
. Do not use an electrical
outlet that is on a circuit with
other electrical loads.
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Charge Cord Status Indicators

Caution Caution (Continued)
After plugging in the charge cord, it
. To reduce the risk of fire, . Do not use this product if will perform a quick self test.
installations shall comply the enclosure or the vehicle Verify the charge cord status.
with the requirements of plug is broken, cracked,
National Electric Code, open, or shows any other When the O indicator is lit solid
ANSI/NFPA 70 (USA), indication of damage. green, the charge cord is ready to
Canadian Electrical Code charge the vehicle.
. The plug must be plugged
CSA 22.1 and IEC 60364 into an appropriate electrical The charge cord utilizes a
Electrical installations in outlet that is properly combination of the O and P
buildings, depending on the installed in accordance with indicators to display the status of
region in which the unit is all local codes and the charge cord per the following
being installed. The installer ordinances. Do not modify table.
shall comply with any the plug provided with the
additional local product. If the plug does not
requirements mandated by fit the electrical outlet, have
the country and/or a proper electrical outlet
municipality. installed by a qualified
. Do not use this product if electrician. If ground is
the flexible power cord or missing, the charge cord
the electric vehicle cable is indicators will indicate an
frayed, has broken electrical system fault and
insulation, or shows any the vehicle may not charge.
other signs of damage.
. For Canada only: Not for
use in commercial garages.
(Continued)
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O P Symbol Fault/Condition/Event
O ( No faults: The charge cord is receiving power from the

@
Solid Green Off (No Light) electrical outlet and is ready to supply it to the vehicle.
Electrical Outlet/Plug Fault: The charge cord has detected

that the electrical outlet/plug overheated. Electrical outlets
may wear out with normal usage or be damaged over time,
making them unsuitable for electric vehicle charging. Do not
n O
Rpb use an electrical outlet that is worn, damaged, or one that
Flashing Green Solid Red
will not hold the plug firmly in place. Use another electrical
outlet or have the electrical outlet serviced by a qualified
electrician. Reset the charge cord by unplugging the charge
cord from the electrical outlet and re-plugging it.
Electrical System Fault: The charge cord has detected a
missing or improper ground within the building's electrical
( O
R o system. Do not use an electrical outlet that is not properly
Off (No Light) Solid Red
grounded. Use another electrical outlet or have a qualified
electrician inspect and verify the building's electrical system.
Vehicle Fault: The charge cord ground-fault circuit interrupter
(GFCI) has tripped. Ensure that there is no physical damage
( n to the charge cord, and that the vehicle plug is seated
Rb
Off (No Light) Flashing Red completely and making a good connection. Reset the charge
cord by unplugging from the electrical outlet and re-plugging
it. If the fault remains, see an authorized dealer for service.
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O P Symbol Fault/Condition/Event
Charge Cord Fault: The charge cord has detected a potential

O n problem with the charge cord. Reset the charge cord by
Rm
Solid Green Flashing Red unplugging from the electrical outlet and re-plugging it. If the
fault remains, see an authorized dealer for service.
If no status indicators are lit, ensure that is properly installed and

the electrical outlet is powered. Warning (Continued) grounded in accordance with all
local codes and ordinances.
Charge Limit Selection electrical circuit capacity. Use the
lowest charge level if the
Charge level selection can be made
using the Charge Limit Preference
electrical circuit or electrical outlet { Warning
screen on the center stack. See capacity is not known. Improper connection of the
Charge Limit Selection under charge cord ground may cause
Programmable Charging 0 119. Grounding Instructions electrical shock. Check with a
qualified electrician if there is
This product must be grounded.
{ Warning If this product should malfunction or doubt as to whether the product is
break down, grounding provides a properly grounded. Do not modify
Using a charge level that exceeds the plug provided with the
path of least resistance for electric
the electrical circuit or electrical product. If it will not fit the
current to reduce the risk of electric
outlet capacity may start a fire or shock. This product is equipped with electrical outlet, have a proper
damage the electrical circuit. Use a cord that has an equipment electrical outlet installed by a
the lowest charge level until a grounding conductor and a qualified electrician.
qualified electrician inspects the grounding plug. The plug must be
(Continued) plugged into an appropriate outlet
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Mounting Instructions
3. Mark and drill the mounting 5. Securely mount the charge

holes in a wall stud or suitable cord on to the screws.
1. Identify an appropriate location structure. Stay away from any 6. Connect the wall plug to the
for the charge cord. power source. electrical outlet.
2. Locate a mounting support, Space the holes 18.7 cm (7 3/ 7. Connect the vehicle plug to the
such as a wall stud. 8 in) apart. charge port.
The appropriate height for 4. Install the mounting screws in
mounting the charge cord is the wall surface leaving the
91 cm (36 in) from the floor. head of the screws 5 mm (3/
16 in) from the surface.
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Lock Feature . The device must accept any Changing the charge mode to
interference received, including Immediate or performing a delayed
interference that may cause charging override will not disable a
undesired operation of the utility interruption.
device. A pop-up will appear in the center
Changes or modifications to any of stack display during the key cycle
these systems by other than an following any utility interruption. See
authorized service facility could void Charging Interrupted or Overridden
authorization to use this equipment. Pop-Up under Programmable
Charging 0 119.
Utility Interruption of A message will display on the
A lock can be added to the vehicle
plug for additional security. Charging instrument cluster indicating that a
utility interruption has occurred. See
If using AC charging, this vehicle
FCC Notice Instrument Cluster 0 101.
will respond to remote requests
This unit has systems that operate through OnStar to limit or Charging Station
on a radio frequency that complies completely block electrical power Troubleshooting
with Part 15 of the Federal grid usage for brief time periods.
Communications Commission (FCC) A utility interruption of charging may If the vehicle does not charge after
rules and with ICES-003E of increase AC vehicle charge times. being plugged in to a residential
Industry Canada. 240-volt charging station:
When electrical grid power is
FCC rules, ICES-003E of Industry completely blocked, the vehicle will 1. Verify that the charge mode is
Canada, and EMC Directive 2004/ delay charging until the utility set to Immediate.
108/EC. interruption has expired. The vehicle 2. Verify that the charging
Operation is subject to the following should be left plugged in so that the stations circuit breaker has not
two conditions: vehicle can automatically begin been tripped.
charging.
. The device may not cause
interference.
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3. Plug the portable charge cord Electrical Requirements The following are the minimum
into the wall outlet, verify that requirements for circuits used to
the indicator light on the charge
for Battery Charging charge this vehicle:
cord is solid green, and This vehicle is capable of being . 120 volts/15 amps
connect it to the vehicle. See charged with most standard vehicle
Charge Cord Status charging equipment complying with . 240 volts/20 amps
Indicators in Charge one or more of the following: Charging equipment with a rating of
Cord 0 222. . SAE J1772 at least 240 volts/20 amps will
4. If the vehicle charges with the provide the fastest charging time
. SAE J2847-2
portable charge cord, there and best charging efficiency to
may be a problem with the . IEC 61851-1 recharge the high voltage battery.
charging station. Try to charge . 240 volt/40 amp circuits provide
IEC 61851-22
the vehicle with a different flexibility for future vehicle charging
240-volt charging station, such . IEC 61851-23 needs. Always follow the charging
as a public station. If both . IEC 61851-24 equipment installation instructions.
attempts charge the vehicle, Contact your dealer for more
. IEC 62196-1 information.
contact the charging station
manufacturer. . IEC 62196-2
. IEC 62196-3 Caution
. ISO 15118 Do not use portable or stationary
. GB/T 18487.1 backup generating equipment to
charge the vehicle. This may
. GB/T 20234.1 cause damage to the vehicle's
. GB/T 20234.2 charging system. Only charge the
vehicle from utility supplied
power.
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Fuel posted octane rating of less than 87,

as this may cause engine knock and Caution (Continued)
GM recommends the use of TOP will lower fuel economy.
TIER Detergent Gasoline to keep (MMT), which can damage
the engine cleaner and reduce Prohibited Fuels the emissions control
engine deposits. See system and spark plugs.
www.toptiergas.com for a list of TOP Caution . Fuel with a posted octane
TIER Detergent Gasoline marketers rating of less than the
and applicable countries. Do not use fuels with any of the recommended fuel. Using
following conditions; doing so this fuel will lower fuel
may damage the vehicle and void economy and performance,
its warranty: and may decrease the life of
. For vehicles which are not the emissions catalyst.
FlexFuel, fuel labeled
greater than 15% ethanol by
volume, such as mid-level
California Fuel
ethanol blends (16 50% Requirements
ethanol), E85, or FlexFuel. 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
aniline. These fuels can meet California specifications. See
corrode metal fuel system the underhood emission control
Do not use any fuel labeled E85 or parts or damage plastic and label. If this fuel is not available in
FlexFuel. Do not use gasoline with rubber parts. states adopting California Emissions
ethanol levels greater than 15% by Standards, the vehicle will operate
volume. . Fuel containing metals such
satisfactorily on fuels meeting
as methylcyclopentadienyl
Use regular unleaded gasoline federal specifications, but emission
manganese tricarbonyl
meeting ASTM specification D4814 control system performance might
with a posted octane rating of 87 or (Continued) be affected. The malfunction
higher. Do not use gasoline with a indicator lamp could turn on and the
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vehicle may not pass a smog-check gasoline additive recommended by

test. See Malfunction Indicator General Motors. It is available at Warning (Continued)
Lamp (Check Engine Light) 0 109. your dealer.
. Keep children away from
If this occurs, return to your
the fuel pump and never let
authorized dealer for diagnosis. If it Filling the Tank children pump fuel.
is determined that the condition is
caused by the type of fuel used, . Fuel can spray out if the fuel
repairs may not be covered by the { Warning cap is opened too quickly.
vehicle warranty. Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn This spray can happen if the
violently and can cause injury or tank is nearly full, and is
Fuels in Foreign death. more likely in hot weather.
Open the fuel cap slowly
Countries . To help avoid injuries to you and wait for any hiss noise
The U.S., Canada, and Mexico post and others, read and follow to stop, then unscrew the
fuel octane ratings in anti-knock all the instructions on the cap all the way.
index (AKI). For fuel not to use in a fuel pump island.
foreign country, see Prohibited . Turn off the engine when The fuel system on this vehicle
Fuels in Fuel 0 230. refueling. requires a refueling process to
. Keep sparks, flames, and control evaporative emissions. To
Fuel Additives refuel the vehicle:
smoking materials away
To keep fuel systems clean, TOP from fuel.
TIER Detergent Gasoline is . Do not leave the fuel pump
recommended. See Fuel 0 230.
unattended.
If TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is . Do not use a cell phone
not available, one bottle of GM Fuel
while refueling.
System Treatment Cleaner added to
the fuel tank at every engine oil . Do not re-enter the vehicle
change, can help. GM Fuel System while pumping fuel.
Treatment Cleaner is the only (Continued)
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2. When the READY TO REFUEL

message displays, the fuel { Warning
door on the passenger side will
unlock. To open the fuel door, Overfilling the fuel tank by more
push and release the rearward than three clicks of a standard fill
center edge of the door. nozzle may cause:
3. Turn the fuel cap . Vehicle performance issues,
counterclockwise to remove. including engine stalling and
While refueling, hang the fuel damage to the fuel system.
cap tether from the hook on the . Fuel spills.
inside of the fuel door.
. Potential fuel fires.
Complete refueling within
1. Press the fuel door button on 30 minutes of pressing the fuel
the driver door for one second. door button on the driver door. Be careful not to spill fuel. Wait a
A WAIT TO REFUEL message If refueling after more than few seconds after you have finished
displays on the Driver 30 minutes, press the fuel door pumping before removing the
Information Center. button again. nozzle. Clean fuel from painted
4. After refueling, reinstall the fuel surfaces as soon as possible. See
cap by turning it clockwise until Exterior Care 0 314.
it clicks. Close the fuel door.
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Filling a Portable Fuel

{ Warning Container
Warning (Continued)
If a fire starts while you are . Place the nozzle inside the
refueling, do not remove the
nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by
{ Warning fill opening of the container
before dispensing fuel, and
shutting off the pump or by Filling a portable fuel container keep it in contact with the fill
notifying the station attendant. while it is in the vehicle can cause opening until filling is
Leave the area immediately. fuel vapors that can ignite either complete.
by static electricity or other . Fill the container no more
means. You or others could be than 95% full to allow for
Caution badly burned and the vehicle expansion.
could be damaged. Always:
If a new fuel cap is needed, be . Do not smoke, light
. Use approved fuel matches, or use lighters
sure to get the right type of cap
containers. while pumping fuel.
from your dealer. The wrong type
of fuel cap may not fit properly, . Remove the container from . Avoid using cell phones or
may cause the malfunction the vehicle, trunk, or pickup other electronic devices.
indicator lamp to light, and could bed before filling.
damage the fuel tank and . Place the container on the
emissions system. See ground.
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Continued)
(Check Engine Light) 0 109.
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Trailer Towing Conversions and Caution

Add-Ons
General Towing Some electrical equipment can
Information damage the vehicle or cause
Add-On Electrical components to not work and
The vehicle is neither designed nor Equipment would not be covered by the
intended to tow a trailer or another vehicle warranty. Always check
vehicle. { Warning with your dealer before adding
For information on towing a disabled electrical equipment.
vehicle, see Towing the Vehicle The Data Link Connector (DLC) is
0 311. For information on towing the used for vehicle service and
Emission Inspection/Maintenance Add-on equipment can drain the
vehicle behind another vehicle such
testing. See Malfunction Indicator vehicle's 12-volt battery, even if the
as a motor home, see Recreational
vehicle is not operating.
Vehicle Towing 0 312. Lamp (Check Engine Light)
0 109. A device connected to the When adding electrical equipment, it
DLC such as an aftermarket should only be connected using the
fleet or driver-behavior tracking accessory power outlets. The
device may interfere with maximum power that can be
vehicle systems. This could affect supplied by one accessory power
vehicle operation and cause a outlet, or spread across all power
crash. Such devices may also outlets, is 200 watts or 15 amps.
Exceeding 200 watts or 15 amps
access information stored in the
may cause erratic vehicle operation.
vehicles systems.
See Power Outlets 0 99.
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Vehicle Care 235
Vehicle Care Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254

Brake Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
Wheels and Tires
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271
Battery - North America . . . . . . 256 All-Season Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
Electric Drive Unit Shift Lock Winter Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
General Information Control Function Check . . . . . 258 Low-Profile Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 236 Park Brake and P (Park) Tire Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . . . 273
California Proposition Mechanism Check . . . . . . . . . . 258 Tire Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275
65 Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236 Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . 258 Tire Terminology and
California Perchlorate
Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276
Materials Requirements . . . . . 236 Headlamp Aiming Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278
Accessories and Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . 259 Tire Pressure Monitor
Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
Bulb Replacement System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280
Lifting the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 260 Tire Pressure Monitor
Vehicle Checks Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281
Doing Your Own LED Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260 Tire Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284
Service Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239 Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260 Tire Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240 Taillamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261 When It Is Time for New
Engine Compartment License Plate Lamp . . . . . . . . . . 261 Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242 Replacement Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . 262 Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286
Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243 Different Size Tires and
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . 245 Electrical System Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . . . 246 High Voltage Devices and Uniform Tire Quality
Cooling System (Engine) . . . . . 248 Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262 Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288
Cooling System (High Voltage Electrical System Overload . . . 262 Wheel Alignment and Tire
Battery) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248 Engine Compartment Fuse Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289
Cooling System (Power Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263 Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 289
Electronics and Charger Instrument Panel Fuse Tire Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291
Modules) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249 Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266 If a Tire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . . . 291
Engine Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250 Rear Compartment Fuse Tire Sealant and
Engine Overheating . . . . . . . . . . 253 Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269 Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293
Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253
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236 Vehicle Care
Storing the Tire Sealant and General Information contain and/or emit chemicals
Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299 known to the State of California to
Tire Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299 For service and parts needs, visit cause cancer and birth defects or
Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . 304 your dealer. You will receive other reproductive harm. Engine
genuine GM parts and GM-trained exhaust, many parts and systems,
Jump Starting and supported service people. many fluids, and some component
Jump Starting - North wear by-products contain and/or
America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305 Genuine GM parts have one of
these marks: emit these chemicals.
Towing the Vehicle See Battery - North America 0 256
Towing the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . 311 and Jump Starting - North
Recreational Vehicle America 0 305.
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312
Appearance Care California Perchlorate
Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314 Materials Requirements
Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319
Certain types of automotive
Floor Mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322
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.
California Proposition For additional information, see
65 Warning www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/
perchlorate.
WARNING: Most motor vehicles,
including this one, as well as many
of its service parts and fluids,
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Vehicle Care 237
Accessories and GM Accessories are designed to

complement and function with other
Modifications systems on the vehicle. See your
Adding non-dealer accessories or dealer to accessorize the vehicle
making modifications to the vehicle using genuine GM Accessories
can affect vehicle performance and installed by a dealer technician.
safety, including such things as Also, see Adding Equipment to the
airbags, braking, stability, ride and Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 74.
handling, emissions systems,
aerodynamics, durability, and 1. Front Lifting Points
electronic systems like antilock
Lifting the Vehicle
2. Rear Lifting Points
brakes, traction control, and stability Use only a hoist or a service jack to
control. These accessories or lift the vehicle. Do not use any other Access the front lifting points (1) just
modifications could even cause type of jack. behind the front tires.
malfunction or damage not covered Access the rear lifting points (2) just
by the vehicle warranty. Lifting the Vehicle with a Hoist
in front of the rear tires
Damage to suspension components To hoist lift, look for the four cutout
caused by modifying vehicle height areas on the body flange.
outside of factory settings will not be
covered by the warranty. Caution
Damage to vehicle components Lifting the vehicle improperly can
resulting from modifications or the damage the vehicle and result in
installation or use of non-GM costly repairs not covered by the
certified parts, including control warranty.
module or software modifications, is
not covered under the terms of the
vehicle warranty and may affect The hoist arm pad and jack stands
remaining warranty coverage for must be placed on this recessed
affected parts. area of the flange.
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238 Vehicle Care
Lifting the Vehicle with a

Service Jack { Warning Caution
Getting under a vehicle when it is Lifting the vehicle improperly can
{ Warning lifted on a jack is dangerous. cause damage and result in
Lifting a vehicle can cause an If the vehicle slips off the jack, costly repairs not covered by the
injury. The vehicle can slip off the you could be badly injured or warranty. Lift the vehicle using
jack and roll over you or other killed. Never get under a vehicle only the lifting pads when lifting
people. You and they could be when it is supported only by the vehicle with a jack.
badly injured. Find a level place a jack.
to lift your vehicle. To help
prevent the vehicle from moving:
1. Set the parking brake firmly.
{ Warning
2. Put the shift lever in Raising the vehicle with the jack
P (Park). improperly positioned can
damage the vehicle or the vehicle
3. Turn off the vehicle. may fall and cause injury to you
To be even more certain the or others.
vehicle will not move, put blocks
in front of and behind the wheels. Use the lifting pads (1) to properly
When using a jack to lift the vehicle,
lift the vehicle with a service jack.
follow the instructions that came
with the jack and be sure to use the
correct lifting points to avoid
damaging the vehicle.
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Vehicle Care 239
Vehicle Checks Warning (Continued)

Doing Your Own or modify these components.
Service Work High voltage cable or wiring has
orange covering. Do not probe,
tamper with, cut, or modify high
{ Warning voltage cable or wiring.
Never try to do your own service
on high voltage battery
components. You can be injured { Warning
and the vehicle can be damaged
It can be dangerous to work on
1. Lifting Pad if you try to do your own service
your vehicle if you do not have
2. Flange Cutout work. Service and repair of these
the proper knowledge, service
high voltage battery components
Place the service jack on the lifting manual, tools, or parts. Always
should only be performed by a
pad. There is a cutout on the flange follow owner manual procedures
trained dealer technician with the
to identify the lifting pad. and consult the service manual
proper knowledge and tools.
for your vehicle before doing any
For additional information, see your Exposure to high voltage can service work.
dealer and the service manual. cause shock, burns, and even
For more information, see Doing death. The high voltage
Your Own Service Work 0 239. If doing some of your own service
components in the vehicle can
work, use the proper service
only be serviced by technicians manual. It tells you much more
with special training. about how to service the vehicle
High voltage components are than this manual can. To order the
identified by labels. Do not proper service manual, see Service
remove, open, take apart, Publications Ordering
Information 0 350.
(Continued)
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240 Vehicle Care
This vehicle has an airbag system. Hood

Before attempting to do your own
service work, see Airbag System To open the hood:
Check 0 75. 1. Turn the vehicle off before
Keep a record with all parts receipts opening the hood. If the vehicle
and list the mileage and the date of is on, the engine will start when
any service work performed. See the hood is opened. See
Maintenance Records 0 336. Electric Mode 0 180 and
Extended Range Mode 0 180.
3. Go to the front of the vehicle
Caution and locate the secondary
Even small amounts of release lever under the front
contamination can cause damage left center of the hood. Push
to vehicle systems. Do not allow the secondary hood release
lever to the right to disengage.
contaminants to contact the fluids,
reservoir caps, or dipsticks.
2. Pull the release handle with
this symbol. It is below the
instrument panel outboard of
the steering wheel.
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Vehicle Care 241
To close the hood: 3. Lower the hood 20 cm (8 in)

1. Before closing the hood, check above the vehicle and release
that all filler caps are properly it so it fully latches. Check to
installed. Then, lift the hood to make sure the hood is firmly
relieve pressure on the closed. Repeat the process if
hood prop. necessary.
2. Remove the hood prop from

the slot in the hood and return
it to its retainer above the
radiator support. The prop rod
must lock into place when
returning it to the retainer to
4. Lift the hood and release the prevent hood damage.
hood prop rod from its retainer
above the radiator support.
Place the prop rod securely
into the slot in the hood.
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242 Vehicle Care
Engine Compartment Overview

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Vehicle Care 243
1. Windshield Washer Fluid 9. Engine Coolant Surge Tank Engine Oil

Reservoir. See Adding Washer and Pressure Cap. See Engine
Fluid under Washer Coolant 0 250. To ensure proper engine
Fluid 0 253. performance and long life, careful
10. Remote Positive (+) Terminal. attention must be paid to engine oil.
2. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 246. See Jump Starting - North Following these simple, but
3. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See America 0 305. important steps will help protect
Engine Oil 0 243. 11. Power Electronics Coolant your investment:
4. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Reservoir and Pressure Cap. . Use engine oil approved to the
Engine Oil 0 243. See Cooling System (Engine) proper specification and of the
0 248 or Cooling System (High proper viscosity grade. See
5. Engine Cooling Fans (Out of Voltage Battery) 0 248 or Selecting the Right Engine Oil
View). See Cooling System Cooling System (Power in this section.
(Engine) 0 248 or Cooling Electronics and Charger
System (High Voltage Battery) Modules) 0 249. . Check the engine oil level
0 248 or Cooling System regularly and maintain the
(Power Electronics and 12. Engine Compartment Fuse proper oil level. See Checking
Charger Modules) 0 249. Block 0 263. Engine Oil and When to Add
13. Remote Negative () Terminal. Engine Oil in this section.
6. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See
Brake Fluid 0 254. See Jump Starting - North . Change the engine oil at the
America 0 305. appropriate time. See Engine Oil
7. Electric Drive Unit Fluid Cap. Life System 0 245.
8. High Voltage Battery Coolant . Always dispose of engine oil
Reservoir and Pressure Cap.
properly. See What to Do with
See Cooling System (Engine) Used Oil in this section.
0 248 or Cooling System (High
Voltage Battery) 0 248 or
Cooling System (Power
Electronics and Charger
Modules) 0 249.
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Checking Engine Oil 2. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it

with a clean paper towel or Caution
It is a good idea to check the engine
cloth, then push it back in all
oil level at each fuel fill. In order to Do not add too much oil. Oil
the way. Remove it again,
get an accurate reading, the vehicle levels above or below the
keeping the tip down, and
must be on level ground. The acceptable operating range
check the level.
engine oil dipstick handle is a loop. shown on the dipstick are harmful
See Engine Compartment Overview When to Add Engine Oil to the engine. If you find that you
0 242 for the location of the engine have an oil level above the
oil dipstick. operating range, i.e., the engine
Obtaining an accurate oil level has so much oil that the oil level
reading is essential: gets above the cross-hatched
1. If the engine has been running area that shows the proper
recently, turn off the engine and operating range, the engine could
allow several minutes for the oil be damaged. You should drain
to drain back into the oil pan. If the oil is below the cross-hatched out the excess oil or limit driving
Checking the oil level too soon area at the tip of the dipstick, add of the vehicle and seek a service
after engine shutoff will not 1 L (1 qt) of the recommended oil professional to remove the
provide an accurate oil level and then recheck the level. See excess amount of oil.
reading. Selecting the Right Engine Oil in
this section for an explanation of
See Engine Compartment Overview
{ Warning what kind of oil to use. For engine
oil crankcase capacity, see
0 242 for the location of the engine
oil fill cap.
The engine oil dipstick handle Capacities and Specifications 0 338.
may be hot; it could burn you. Add enough oil to put the level
Use a towel or glove to touch the somewhere in the proper operating
dipstick handle. range. Push the dipstick all the way
back in when through.
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Selecting the Right Engine Oil Viscosity Grade or a good hand cleaner. Wash or
Use SAE 5W-20 viscosity grade properly dispose of clothing or rags
Selecting the right engine oil
engine oil. SAE 0W-20 may be used containing used engine oil. See the
depends on both the proper oil
as an alternative. manufacturer's warnings about the
specification and viscosity grade.
use and disposal of oil products.
See Recommended Fluids and When selecting an oil of the
Lubricants 0 334. appropriate viscosity grade, it is Used oil can be a threat to the
recommended to select an oil of the environment. If you change your
Specification own oil, be sure to drain all the oil
correct specification. See
Ask for and use engine oils that Specification earlier in this section. from the filter before disposal. Never
meet the dexos1 specification. dispose of oil by putting it in the
Engine oils that have been Engine Oil Additives/Engine trash or pouring it on the ground,
approved by GM as meeting the Oil Flushes into sewers, or into streams or
dexos1 specification are marked bodies of water. Recycle it by taking
Do not add anything to the oil. The it to a place that collects used oil.
with the dexos1 approved logo. See
recommended oils meeting the
www.gmdexos.com.
dexos1 specification are all that is
needed for good performance and
Engine Oil Life System
engine protection. When to Change Engine Oil
Engine oil system flushes are not This vehicle has a computer system
recommended and could cause that indicates when to change the
engine damage not covered by the engine oil and filter. This is based
vehicle warranty. on a combination of factors which
What to Do with Used Oil include engine revolutions, engine
Caution temperature, and miles driven.
Used engine oil contains certain Based on driving conditions, the
Failure to use the recommended elements that can be unhealthy for mileage at which an oil change is
engine oil or equivalent can result your skin and could even cause indicated can vary considerably. For
in engine damage not covered by cancer. Do not let used oil stay on the oil life system to work properly,
the vehicle warranty. your skin for very long. Clean your the system must be reset every time
skin and nails with soap and water, the oil is changed.
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When the system has calculated How to Reset the Engine Oil If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON
that oil life has been diminished, it Life System message comes back on when the
indicates that an oil change is vehicle is started, the engine oil life
necessary. A CHANGE ENGINE Reset the system whenever the system has not reset. Repeat the
OIL SOON message comes on. engine oil is changed so that the procedure.
Change the oil as soon as possible system can calculate the next
engine oil change. To reset the
within the next 1 000 km (600 mi).
system:
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
It is possible that, if driving under
the best conditions, the oil life 1. Select REMAINING OIL LIFE The engine air cleaner/filter is in the
system might indicate that an oil on the DIC menu. engine compartment on the
change is not necessary for up to passenger side of the vehicle, see
two years. The engine oil and filter 2. Press and hold V for several Engine Compartment
must be changed at least once seconds while the Oil Life Overview 0 242.
every two years and, at this time, display is active to reset the Oil
Life system.
When to Inspect the Engine Air
the system must be reset. Your Filter
dealer has trained service people 3. 100% OIL LIFE will be
who will perform this work and reset displayed when the oil life For intervals on changing and
the system. It is also important to system is successfully reset. inspecting the engine air cleaner/
check the oil regularly over the filter, see Maintenance
course of an oil drain interval and The oil life system can also be reset Schedule 0 326.
keep it at the proper level. as follows:
How to Inspect the Engine Air
If the system is ever reset 1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN
with the engine off.
Filter
accidentally, the oil must be
changed at 5 000 km (3,000 mi) Do not start the engine or have the
2. Fully press and release the
since the last oil change. engine running with the engine air
accelerator pedal three times
Remember to reset the oil life cleaner/filter housing open. Before
within five seconds.
system whenever the oil is changed. 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
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cleaner/filter. Lightly tap and shake 3. Install the five screws to secure
the engine air cleaner/filter (away the air cleaner/filter cover to
from the vehicle), to release loose the air cleaner/filter housing
dust and dirt. Inspect the engine air assembly.
cleaner/filter for damage, and
replace if damaged. Do not clean
the engine air cleaner/filter or
{ Warning
components with water or Operating the engine with the air
compressed air. cleaner/filter off can cause you or
To inspect or replace the air filter: others to be burned. The air
cleaner not only cleans the air; it
1. Open the hood. See helps to stop flames if the engine
Hood 0 240.
3. Remove the five screws and lift backfires. Use caution when
2. Locate the engine air cleaner/ the air cleaner/filter cover from working on the engine and do not
filter assembly on the the air cleaner/filter housing drive with the air cleaner/filter off.
passenger side of the engine assembly.
compartment. See Engine
Compartment Overview 0 242. How to Reinstall the Engine Caution
Air Filter
1. Install the air filter into the If the air cleaner/filter is off, dirt
engine air cleaner/filter can easily get into the engine,
assembly. The outer air filter which could damage it. Always
seal must be fitted properly in have the air cleaner/filter in place
the engine air cleaner/filter when you are driving.
assembly.
2. Replace the air cleaner/filter
cover by lowering it to meet the
bottom of the engine air
cleaner/filter housing assembly.
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Cooling System (Engine) If the coolant inside the coolant should be running. If it is not, the
surge tank is boiling, do not do vehicle needs service. Turn off the
anything else until it cools down. vehicle.
The vehicle should be parked on a
level surface. Cooling System (High
The coolant level should be up to Voltage Battery)
the cold fill line. If it is not, there
During vehicle operation and also
might be a leak at the radiator
during charging, the high voltage
hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water
battery cells in the vehicle are kept
pump, or somewhere else in the
within a normal operating
cooling system.
temperature range. If the high
voltage battery cell temperature
{ Warning rises above the normal operating
temperature range, the battery
Heater and radiator hoses, and cooling system turns on the air
1. Engine Cooling Fans (Out
other engine parts, can be very conditioning compressor and cools
of View)
hot. Do not touch them. If you do, the coolant until the correct battery
2. Engine Coolant Surge Tank
you can be burned. cell temperature is reached. If the
and Pressure Cap
Do not run the vehicle if there is a high voltage battery cell temperature
{ Warning leak. If you run the engine, it
could lose all coolant. That could
falls below the normal operating
temperature range, a high voltage
The electric fans under the hood cause an engine fire, and you heater, located in the battery, heats
can start up even when the could be burned. Get any leak the coolant until the correct battery
engine is not running and can fixed before you drive the vehicle. cell temperature is reached.
cause injury. Keep hands, During high voltage battery system
clothing, and tools away from any cooling, you may feel temperature
If there seems to be no leak, with
underhood electric fan. changes at the air vents due to the
the engine on, check to see if the
extra load on the system.
cooling fans are running. If the
engine is overheating, the fans
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What to Use The high voltage battery cooling

system should only be serviced by a
The high voltage battery coolant
qualified technician.
reservoir in the vehicle is filled with
GM Premix DEX-COOL engine
coolant. See Recommended Fluids Cooling System (Power
and Lubricants 0 334. If using this Electronics and Charger
mixture, nothing else needs to be Modules)
added.
The power electronics and charger
The coolant needs to be replaced at modules are cooled using the same
the appropriate interval. See coolant loop.
Maintenance Schedule 0 326.
The power electronics and charger
Checking Coolant 1. High Voltage Battery modules in the vehicle are kept
The vehicle must be on a level Coolant Reservoir below a maximum temperature
surface when checking the coolant 2. Power Electronics Coolant threshold. If the coolant temperature
level. Reservoir rises above this temperature
threshold, the electric cooling fans
The high voltage battery coolant Check to see if coolant is visible in
will turn on and cool the coolant
reservoir is located in the engine the high voltage battery coolant
until the correct temperature is
compartment. See Engine reservoir (1). If coolant is visible but
reached.
Compartment Overview 0 242. the coolant level is below the cold
fill line on the side of the reservoir, What to Use
there could be a leak in the cooling
system. The power electronics and charger
modules coolant reservoir in the
The high voltage battery cooling vehicle is filled with GM Premix
system supports the operation of DEX-COOL engine coolant. See
sensitive electronics that are critical Recommended Fluids and
to vehicle operation. Lubricants 0 334. If using this
mixture, nothing else needs to be
added.
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The coolant needs to be replaced at 2. Power Electronics Coolant The following explains the cooling
the appropriate interval. See Reservoir system and how to check and add
Maintenance Schedule 0 326. Check to see if coolant is visible in coolant when it is low. If there is a
the power electronics coolant problem with engine overheating,
Checking Coolant see Engine Overheating 0 253.
reservoir (2). If coolant is visible but
The vehicle must be on a level the coolant level is below the cold
surface when checking the coolant
What to Use
fill line on the side of the reservoir,
level. there could be a leak in the cooling
The power electronics and charger system. { Warning
modules coolant reservoir is located The power electronics cooling Adding only plain water or some
in the engine compartment. See system supports the operation of other liquid to the cooling system
Engine Compartment sensitive electronics. can be dangerous. Plain water
Overview 0 242. and other liquids, can boil before
The power electronics cooling
system should only be serviced by a the proper coolant mixture will.
qualified technician. The coolant warning system is set
for the proper coolant mixture.
Engine Coolant With plain water or the wrong
mixture, the engine could get too
The engine cooling system in the hot but you would not get the
vehicle is filled with GM Premix overheat warning. The engine
DEX-COOL engine coolant. See could catch fire and you or others
Recommended Fluids and could be burned. Use GM Premix
Lubricants 0 334. The coolant
DEX-COOL coolant.
requires changing at certain
intervals. See Maintenance
Schedule 0 326.
1. High Voltage Battery
Coolant Reservoir
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Use GM Premix DEX-COOL engine but the coolant level is not at or

coolant. If using this mixture, Caution (Continued) above the cold fill mark, add GM
nothing else needs to be added. Premix DEX-COOL engine coolant
This mixture: not be covered by the vehicle at the coolant surge tank, but be
warranty. Use only the proper sure the cooling system is cool
. Gives freezing protection down mixture of engine coolant for the
to 37 C (34 F), outside before this is done. See Engine
cooling system. See Overheating 0 253.
temperature. Recommended Fluids and
. Gives boiling protection up to Lubricants 0 334. The coolant reservoir is on the
129 C (265 F), engine passenger side of the engine
temperature. compartment. See Engine
Never dispose of engine coolant by Compartment Overview 0 242.
. Protects against rust and putting it in the trash, pouring it on
corrosion. The coolant level should be at or
the ground, or into sewers, streams,
above the cold fill line on the
. Will not damage aluminum parts. or bodies of water. Have the coolant
coolant surge tank. If it is not, there
changed by an authorized service
. Helps keep the proper engine could be a leak in the cooling
center, familiar with legal
temperature. system.
requirements regarding used
coolant disposal. This will help How to Add Coolant to the
Caution protect the environment and your Coolant Surge Tank
health.
If improper coolant mixture,
inhibitors, or additives are used in Checking Coolant { Warning
the vehicle cooling system, the The vehicle must be on a level You can be burned if you spill
engine could overheat and be surface when checking the coolant coolant on hot engine parts.
damaged. Too much deionized level. Coolant contains ethylene glycol
water or clean drinkable water Check to see if coolant is visible in and it will burn if the engine parts
can freeze and crack engine the coolant surge tank. If the coolant are hot enough. Do not spill
cooling parts. The repairs would inside the coolant surge tank is coolant on a hot engine.
(Continued) boiling, do not do anything else until
it cools down. If coolant is visible
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1. Turn the pressure cap slowly

Caution Warning (Continued) counterclockwise. If a hiss is
heard, wait for that to stop.
This vehicle has a specific come out at high speed. Never A hiss means there is still
coolant fill procedure. Failure to turn the cap when the cooling some pressure left.
follow this procedure could cause system, including the surge tank
the engine to overheat and be pressure cap, is hot. Wait for the 2. Keep turning the cap and
severely damaged. cooling system and surge tank remove it.
pressure cap to cool if you ever
have to turn the pressure cap.
{ Warning
The electric fans under the hood If coolant is needed, add the proper
GM Premix DEX-COOL engine
can start up even when the
coolant at the coolant surge tank.
engine is not running and can
cause injury. Keep hands,
clothing, and tools away from any
underhood electric fan.
{ Warning 3. Fill the coolant surge tank with

Steam and scalding liquids from a The coolant surge tank pressure the proper mixture to the cold
hot cooling system can blow out cap can be removed when the fill line.
and burn you badly. They are cooling system, including the surge
tank pressure cap and upper 4. Replace the pressure cap. Be
under pressure, and if you turn sure the pressure cap is
radiator hose, is no longer hot.
the surge tank pressure hand-tight and fully seated.
cap even a little they can
(Continued)
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Open the cap with the washer

Caution Caution symbol on it. Add washer fluid until
the tank is full. See Engine
If the pressure cap is not tightly Running the engine without Compartment Overview 0 242 for
installed, coolant loss and coolant may cause damage or a reservoir location.
possible engine damage may fire. Vehicle damage would not be
occur. Be sure the cap is properly covered by the vehicle warranty.
Caution
and tightly secured.
. Do not use washer fluid that
Washer Fluid contains any type of water
Engine Overheating repellent coating. This can
What to Use
The vehicle has an indicator to warn cause the wiper blades to
of engine overheating. When adding windshield washer chatter or skip.
fluid to the vehicle, be sure to read
If the decision is made not to lift the the manufacturer's instructions . Do not use engine coolant
hood when this warning appears, before use. If operating the vehicle (antifreeze) in the
get service help right away. See in an area where the temperature windshield washer. It can
Roadside Assistance may fall below freezing, use a fluid damage the windshield
Program 0 345. that has sufficient protection against washer system and paint.
If the decision is made to lift the freezing. . Do not mix water with
hood, make sure the vehicle is Adding Washer Fluid ready-to-use washer fluid.
parked on a level surface. Water can cause the
Then check to see if the engine solution to freeze and
cooling fan is running. If the engine damage the washer fluid
is overheating, the fan should be tank and other parts of the
running. If it is not, do not continue washer system.
to run the vehicle, and have the (Continued)
vehicle serviced.
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Brake pads should be replaced as

Caution (Continued) { Warning complete sets.
. When using concentrated The brake wear warning sound Brake Pedal Travel
washer fluid, follow the means that soon the brakes will See your dealer if the brake pedal
manufacturer instructions for not work well. That could lead to does not return to normal height,
adding water. a crash. When the brake wear or if there is a rapid increase in
. Fill the washer fluid tank warning sound is heard, have the pedal travel. This could be a sign
only three-quarters full when vehicle serviced. that brake service may be required.
it is very cold. This allows
for fluid expansion if Replacing Brake System Parts
freezing occurs, which could Caution Always replace brake system parts
damage the tank if it is with new, approved replacement
completely full. Continuing to drive with worn-out parts. If this is not done, the brakes
brake pads could result in costly may not work properly. The braking
brake repair. performance expected can change
Brakes in many other ways if the wrong
Disc brake pads have built-in wear Some driving conditions or climates replacement brake parts are
indicators that make a high-pitched can cause a brake squeal when the installed or if parts are improperly
warning sound when the brake pads brakes are first applied or lightly installed.
are worn and new pads are needed. applied. This does not mean
The sound can come and go or can something is wrong with the brakes. Brake Fluid
be heard all the time when the
vehicle is moving, except when Properly torqued wheel nuts are
applying the brake pedal firmly. necessary to help prevent brake
pulsation. When tires are rotated,
inspect brake pads for wear and
evenly tighten wheel nuts in the
proper sequence to torque
specifications. See Capacities and
Specifications 0 338.
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The brake master cylinder reservoir Do not top off the brake fluid. at the specified intervals to prevent
is filled with GM approved DOT 3 Adding fluid does not correct a leak. increased stopping distance. See
brake fluid as indicated on the If fluid is added when the linings are Maintenance Schedule 0 326.
reservoir cap. See Engine worn, there will be too much fluid
Compartment Overview 0 242 for when new brake linings are What to Add
the location of the reservoir. installed. Add or remove fluid, as Use only GM approved DOT 3
necessary, only when work is done brake fluid from a clean, sealed
Checking Brake Fluid on the brake hydraulic system. container. See Recommended
With the vehicle in P (Park) on a Fluids and Lubricants 0 334.
level surface, the brake fluid level { Warning
should be between the minimum
and maximum marks on the brake If too much brake fluid is added, it
{ Warning
fluid reservoir. can spill on the engine and burn, The wrong or contaminated brake
There are only two reasons why the if the engine is hot enough. You fluid could result in damage to the
brake fluid level in the reservoir may or others could be burned, and brake system. This could result in
go down: the vehicle could be damaged. the loss of braking leading to a
Add brake fluid only when work is possible injury. Always use the
. Normal brake lining wear. When
done on the brake hydraulic proper GM approved brake fluid.
new linings are installed, the
fluid level goes back up. system.
. A fluid leak in the brake Caution
hydraulic system. Have the When the brake fluid falls to a low
brake hydraulic system fixed. level, the brake warning light comes If brake fluid is spilled on the
With a leak, the brakes will not on. See Brake System Warning
vehicle's painted surfaces, the
work well. Light 0 111.
paint finish can be damaged.
Always clean the brake fluid Brake fluid absorbs water over time Immediately wash off any painted
reservoir cap and the area around which degrades the effectiveness of surface.
the cap before removing it. the brake fluid. Replace brake fluid
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Battery - North America high voltage battery. See your If available, use the AGM setting on
dealer if the high voltage battery the charger, to limit charge voltage
The original equipment battery is needs service. The dealer has to 14.8 volts. Follow the charger
maintenance free. Do not remove information on how to recycle the manufacturer's instructions.
the cap and do not add fluid. high voltage battery. There is
This vehicle has a high voltage also information available at
http://www.recyclemybattery.com.
{ Warning
battery and a standard 12-volt
battery. The 12-volt battery is in the Keep the vehicle plugged in, even WARNING: Battery posts,
rear hatch under the load floor. when fully charged, to keep the high terminals, and related
If the vehicle is in a crash, the voltage battery temperature ready accessories contain lead and lead
sensing system may shut down the for the next drive. This is important compounds, chemicals known to
high voltage system. When this when outside temperatures are the State of California to cause
occurs, the high voltage battery is extremely hot or cold. cancer and birth defects or other
disconnected and the vehicle will reproductive harm. Batteries also
A vehicle cover, which can reduce
not start. The SERVICE VEHICLE sun loading on the vehicle and contain other chemicals known to
SOON message in the Driver improve high voltage battery life, is the State of California to cause
Information Center (DIC) will be available from your dealer. cancer. WASH HANDS AFTER
displayed. Before the vehicle can be HANDLING.
operated again, it must be serviced Refer to the replacement number
shown on the original battery label See California Proposition
at your dealer.
when a new 12-volt battery is 65 Warning 0 236.
See If a Crash Occurs under needed. The vehicle has an
Collision Damage Repair 0 348 and Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) 12-volt
High Voltage Safety Information battery. Installation of a standard
0 19. If an airbag has inflated, see 12-volt battery will result in reduced
What Will You See after an Airbag 12-volt battery life.
Inflates? 0 68.
When using a 12-volt battery
Only a trained service technician charger on the 12-volt AGM battery,
with the proper knowledge and tools some chargers have an AGM
should inspect, test, or replace the battery setting on the charger.
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Vehicle Storage . Remove the black negative () hatch release button. If the hatch is
cable from the 12-volt battery. closed and latched after power has
{ Warning Attach a trickle charger to the
battery terminals or keep the
been disconnected:
1. Use the door key to open the
Batteries have acid that can burn 12-volt battery cables connected driver door.
you and gas that can explode. and trickle charge from the
You can be badly hurt if you are underhood remote positive (+) 2. Manually unlock and open one
and negative () terminals. See of the rear doors.
not careful. See Jump Starting -
North America 0 305 for tips on Jump Starting - North America 3. Lower one of the rear
0 305 for the location of these seatbacks.
working around a battery without
terminals.
getting hurt. 4. Pull the load floor cover
forward to access and
Caution reconnect the 12-volt battery
Up to four weeks
The vehicle is equipped with an black negative () cable.
. Plug in the high voltage battery
charge cord if temperatures will AGM/VRLA 12-volt battery, which 5. After the cable has been
exceed 35 C (95 F) and keep can be damaged by using the connected, open the rear hatch
the 12-volt battery cables incorrect type of trickle charger. and then tighten the cable.
connected. An AGM/VRLA-compatible After the battery cable is
charger must be used, with the reconnected, it is possible that the
Four weeks to 12 months appropriate setting selected. vehicle may not operate in Electric
. Discharge the high voltage Follow the trickle charger Mode. If this happens, the high
battery until two or three bars manufacturer instructions. voltage battery may need to be
remain on the battery range charged.
indicator (Battery symbol) on the
instrument cluster. Reconnecting the 12-Volt Black
Negative Cable
. Do not plug in the high voltage
battery charge cord. With the 12-volt black negative ()
cable disconnected, the hatch
cannot be opened by pressing the
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Electric Drive Unit Shift 3. With the vehicle off and the Park on a fairly steep hill, with the
brake not applied, press and vehicle facing downhill. Keeping
Lock Control Function your foot on the regular brake, set
hold POWER O for more than
Check five seconds to place the the Electric Parking Brake (EPB).
vehicle in Service Only Mode. . To check the EPB's holding
{ Warning See Power Button 0 175. ability: With the propulsion
Without applying the regular system active and the electric
When you are doing this brake, try to move the shift drive unit in N (Neutral), slowly
inspection, the vehicle could lever out of P (Park) with remove foot pressure from the
move suddenly. If the vehicle normal effort. If the shift lever regular brake pedal. Do this until
moves, you or others could be moves out of P (Park), contact the vehicle is held by the
injured. your dealer for service. EPB only.
. To check the P (Park)
1. Before starting this check, be Park Brake and P (Park) mechanism's holding ability:
sure there is enough room Mechanism Check With the propulsion system
around the vehicle. It should be active, shift to P (Park). Then
parked on a level surface. { Warning release the EPB followed by the
regular brake.
2. Firmly apply the parking brake.
See Electric Parking When you are doing this check, Contact your dealer if service is
Brake 0 188. the vehicle could begin to move. required.
You or others could be injured
Be ready to apply the regular
and property could be damaged. Wiper Blade Replacement
brake immediately if the vehicle
Make sure there is room in front
begins to move. Windshield wiper blades should be
of the vehicle in case it begins to
roll. Be ready to apply the regular inspected for wear and cracking.
brake at once should the vehicle See the Maintenance
begin to move. Schedule 0 326.
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Replacement blades come in Headlamp Aiming

different types and are removed in
different ways. For proper type and Headlamp aim has been preset and
length, see Maintenance should need no further adjustment.
Replacement Parts 0 335. If the vehicle is damaged in a crash,
the headlamp aim may be affected.
Caution If adjustment to the headlamps is
necessary, see your dealer.
Allowing the wiper arm to touch
the windshield when no wiper
blade is installed could damage
the windshield. Any damage that
occurs would not be covered by 2. Press the button in the middle
the vehicle warranty. Do not allow of the wiper arm connector,
the wiper arm to touch the and pull the wiper blade away
windshield. from the arm connector.
3. Remove the wiper blade.
To replace the windshield wiper
4. Reverse Steps 13 for wiper
blade:
blade replacement.
1. Pull the windshield wiper
assembly away from the
windshield.
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Bulb Replacement Headlamps 3. Remove the cover from the

back of the headlamp
For the proper type of replacement assembly by turning it
bulbs, see Replacement counterclockwise.
Bulbs 0 262.
4. Remove the bulb socket from
For any bulb-changing procedure the headlamp assembly by
not listed in this section, contact turning it counterclockwise.
your dealer.
5. Remove the bulb from the
socket.
Halogen Bulbs
High-Beam Headlamps and Turn 6. Install the new bulb in the
socket.
{ Warning Signal Lamps
7. Install the bulb socket by
Halogen bulbs have pressurized 1. High-Beam Headlamp turning it clockwise.
gas inside and can burst if you 2. Turn Signal Lamp
8. Install the cover in the back of
drop or scratch the bulb. You or To replace a high-beam headlamp the headlamp assembly by
others could be injured. Be sure or turn signal lamp: turning it clockwise.
to read and follow the instructions
on the bulb package. 1. Open the hood. See 9. For the passenger side,
Hood 0 240. reinstall the windshield washer
2. For the passenger side bulb, bottle filler neck by firmly
LED Lighting remove the windshield washer pushing it straight into the
bottle filler neck by firmly bottle.
This vehicle has several LED lamps.
For replacement of any LED lighting pulling it straight up and out of
assembly, contact your dealer. the bottle.
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Taillamps 5. Turn the connector the rubber anchors in the

counterclockwise to remove it vehicle body. Be sure to align
from the taillamp assembly. the slot (2) on the housing with
6. Remove the bulb from the the corresponding post on the
taillamp assembly. Hold the vehicle body, and the plastic
connector and pull on the bulb tab (3) with the plastic slot on
to disconnect it from the wiring the vehicle body.
harness. 10. Push until the housing fits
7. Install a new bulb into the securely in place and is
wiring connector. fastened at all four locations.
Taillamp, Turn Signal, and Reverse 11. Reinstall the two Torx screws,
Lamps 8. Reinstall the connector by
inserting it into the taillamp and the other screw.
1. Reverse Lamp housing and turning clockwise.
License Plate Lamp
2. Turn Signal Lamp
3. Brake Lamp To replace one of these bulbs:
To replace rear lamp bulbs:
1. Open the hatch.
2. Remove the two Torx screws
and the other screw that
secure the taillamp housing
3. Pull the taillamp housing away
from the rear of the vehicle to
remove.
4. Select the connector for the
desired bulb on the back of the 9. Reinstall the taillamp housing
taillamp housing. by aligning the two pins (1) on
the back of the housing with
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1. Press the spring clip on the 5. Push the replacement bulb Electrical System
right end of the lamp assembly straight into the bulb socket (1)
to the left to unlock the lamp and turn the bulb socket (1)
assembly. clockwise to install it into the High Voltage Devices and
2. Pull down on the lamp lamp assembly (3). Wiring
assembly to remove it from the 6. Reinstall the lamp assembly (3)
fascia. into the fascia by inserting the { Warning
left side first.
Exposure to high voltage can
7. Push the spring clip side into cause shock, burns, and even
place. death. The high voltage
components in the vehicle can
Replacement Bulbs only be serviced by technicians
Lamp Bulb with special training.
Number
High voltage components are
High-Beam Lamps 9005 identified by labels. Do not
Turn Signal Lamps 7443NA remove, open, take apart,
or modify these components.
Brake Lamps 7443 High voltage cable or wiring has
Reverse Lamps 7440 orange covering or labels. Do not
3. Turn the bulb socket (1) probe, tamper with, cut, or modify
counterclockwise to remove it License Plate high voltage cable or wiring.
5W5 LL
from the lamp assembly (3). Lamps
4. Pull the bulb (2) straight out of
the bulb socket (1).
For replacement bulbs not listed Electrical System
here, contact your dealer. Overload
The vehicle has fuses and circuit
breakers to protect against an
electrical system overload.
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When the current electrical load is headlamp wiring checked right away Engine Compartment
too heavy, the circuit breaker opens if the lamps go on and off or
and closes, protecting the circuit remain off.
Fuse Block
until the current load returns to
normal or the problem is fixed. This Windshield Wipers
greatly reduces the chance of circuit If the wiper motor overheats due to
overload and fire caused by heavy snow or ice, the windshield
electrical problems. wipers will stop until the motor cools
Fuses and circuit breakers protect and the wiper control is turned off.
the following in the vehicle: After removal of the blockage, the
wiper motor will restart when the
. Headlamp Wiring control is then moved to the desired
. Windshield Wiper Motor operating position.
. Power Windows and other Although the circuit is protected
Power Accessories from electrical overload, overload
due to heavy snow or ice, may
Replace a bad fuse with a new one cause wiper damage. Always clear To open the fuse block cover, press
of the identical size and rating. ice and heavy snow from the the clips at the side and back and
If there is a problem on the road and windshield before using the pull the cover up.
a fuse needs to be replaced, the windshield wipers.
same amperage fuse can be If the overload is caused by an Caution
borrowed. Choose some feature of electrical problem and not snow or
the vehicle that is not needed to use Spilling liquid on any electrical
ice, be sure to get it fixed. component on the vehicle may
and replace it as soon as possible.
damage it. Always keep the
Headlamp Wiring covers on any electrical
An electrical overload may cause component.
the lamps to go on and off, or in
some cases to remain off. Have the
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Engine Compartment Fuse Block

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A fuse puller is in the engine Fuses Usage Fuses Usage

compartment fuse block.
F14 Coolant heater control F33
The vehicle may not be equipped module
with all of the fuses, relays, and F34 Horn
features shown. F15 Emissions F35 Coolant rechargeable
Fuses Usage F16 Ignition coils energy storage
F17 Engine control module system pump
F01
F18 F36 Right high-beam
F02
headlamp
F03 Non walk home F19
F37 Left high-beam headlamp
F04 Engine control module F20 Electric brake boost
F38
F05 Aeroshutter F21 Front wiper
F39
F06 Traction power inverter F22 ABS pump
F40
module 1 F23 Front windshield wiper
F41 Miscellaneous run/Crank
F07 Traction power inverter F24
module 2 F42 Run/Crank 3
F25
F08 Engine control module F43
F26
F09 A/C module F44 Voltage current
F27 ABS module temperature module run/
F10 Vehicle integration control
F28 Left power window Crank
module
F29 Rear window defogger F45 Heated steering wheel
F11 Electric brake boost
F30 Heated mirrors F46 Vehicle integration control
F12 Rechargeable energy
module run/Crank
storage system F31
F47
F13 Cabin heater control F32 Variable functions
module F48
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Fuses Usage Relays Usage Instrument Panel Fuse

F49 K08 Block
F50 K09
F51 K10
F52 Engine control module/ K11
Traction power inverter K12 High-beam
module headlamps
F53 Left cooling fan K13
F54 Right cooling fan K14 Run/Crank
F55 Electric pump K15 Rear window
F56 defogger
F57 K16 Horn PCB relay
K17 The instrument panel fuse block is
Relays Usage on the left side of the instrument
K18 panel. To access the fuses, open
K01 the fuse panel door by pulling out.
K19 Coolant pump PCB
K02 relay To reinstall the door, insert the top
K03 Engine control K20 tab first, then push the door back
module into its original location.
K21
K04
K22 Front washer
K05
K23
K06
K07
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A fuse puller is in the engine Fuses Usage Fuses Usage

F13 F28
The vehicle may not be equipped
with all of the fuses, relays, and F14 F29 Overhead console
features shown. F15 F30 Radio
Fuses Usage F16 F31 Steering wheel
F1 F17 Data link connector controls
F2 F18 Body control F32 Body control
module 7 module 8
F3
F19 Cluster F33 HVAC/Integrated
F4 HVAC blower
light solar sensor
F5 Body control F20 Body control
module 1 F34 Passive entry/
module 2
Passive start
F6 F21 Body control
module 4 F35 Rear closure
F7
F22 Body control F36 Charger
F8 Body control
module 6 F37
module 3
F23 OnStar F38
F9 Fuel power pump
module F24 Airbag F39
F10 F25 Display F40
F11 F26 Infotainment F41
F12 F27 F42
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Circuit Usage Rear Compartment Fuse

Breakers Block
CB1 Front auxiliary power
outlet
CB2 Rear auxiliary power
outlet
Relays Usage
R1
R2 Retained accessory
power
R3 Hatch
R4
R5 The rear compartment fuse block is
in the center of the rear
compartment under the load floor.
Open the rear load floor door and
remove the cover to access the fuse
block.
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A fuse puller is in the engine Fuses Usage Wheels and Tires

F15
The vehicle may not have all of the
F16
Tires
fuses, relays, and features shown.
Fuses Usage F17 Every new GM vehicle has
high-quality tires made by a
F1 F18 leading tire manufacturer. See
F2 F19 Obstacle detection the warranty manual for
F3 F20 Fuel information regarding the tire
warranty and where to get
F4 F21 Rear heated seat
service. For additional
F5 Pedestrian F22 Right power information refer to the tire
protection windows manufacturer.
F6 On-board charger
module Relays Usage { Warning
F7 Front heated seat K1
. Poorly maintained and
F8 Front heated seat K2 improperly used tires are
F9 Driver door/Mirror K3 dangerous.
switches K4 . Overloading the tires can
F10 K5 cause overheating as a
F11 Amplifier result of too much
flexing. There could be a
F12 Steering wheel
switch backlighting
blowout and a serious
crash. See Vehicle Load
F13 Limits 0 171.
F14 (Continued)
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and weather conditions. Original

Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) equipment tires designed to GM's
specific tire performance criteria
. Underinflated tires pose . Replace any tires that have a TPC specification code
the same danger as have been damaged by molded onto the sidewall. Original
overloaded tires. The impacts with potholes, equipment all-season tires can be
resulting crash could curbs, etc. identified by the last two characters
cause serious injury. . Improperly repaired tires of this TPC code, which will
Check all tires frequently be MS.
can cause a crash. Only
to maintain the the dealer or an Consider installing winter tires on
recommended pressure. authorized tire service the vehicle if frequent driving on
Tire pressure should be center should repair, snow or ice-covered roads is
checked when the tires expected. All-season tires provide
replace, dismount, and adequate performance for most
are cold. mount the tires. winter driving conditions, but they
. Overinflated tires are . may not offer the same level of
Do not spin the tires in
more likely to be cut, excess of 56 km/h traction or performance as winter
punctured, or broken by (35 mph) on slippery tires on snow or ice-covered roads.
a sudden impact such See Winter Tires 0 272.
surfaces such as snow,
as when hitting a pothole. mud, ice, etc. Excessive
Keep tires at the Winter Tires
spinning may cause the
recommended pressure. tires to explode. This vehicle was not originally
. Worn or old tires can equipped with winter tires. Winter
cause a crash. If the tires are designed for increased
tread is badly worn,
All-Season Tires traction on snow and ice-covered
roads. Consider installing winter
replace them. This vehicle may come with
tires on the vehicle if frequent
all-season tires. These tires are
(Continued) driving on ice or snow covered
designed to provide good overall
roads is expected. See your dealer
performance on most road surfaces
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for details regarding winter tire Low-Profile Tires Tire Sidewall Labeling
availability and proper tire selection.
Also, see Buying New Tires 0 286. If the vehicle has 215/50R17 Useful information about a tire is
size tires, they are classified as molded into its sidewall. The
With winter tires, there may be
decreased dry road traction, low-profile tires. examples show a typical
increased road noise, and shorter passenger vehicle tire and a
tread life. After changing to winter Caution compact spare tire sidewall.
tires, be alert for changes in vehicle
handling and braking. Low-profile tires are more
susceptible to damage from road
If using winter tires: hazards or curb impact than
. Use tires of the same brand and standard profile tires. Tire and/or
tread type on all four wheel wheel assembly damage can
positions. occur when coming into contact
. Use only radial ply tires of the with road hazards like potholes,
same size, load range, and or sharp edged objects, or when
speed rating as the original sliding into a curb. The warranty
equipment tires. does not cover this type of
damage. Keep tires set to the
Winter tires with the same speed
correct inflation pressure and Passenger (P-Metric) Tire Example
rating as the original equipment tires
may not be available for H, V, W, Y, when possible, avoid contact with
curbs, potholes, and other road (1) Tire Size : The tire size is a
and ZR speed rated tires. If winter combination of letters and
tires with a lower speed rating are hazards.
chosen, never exceed the tire's
numbers used to define a
maximum speed capability. particular tire's width, height,
aspect ratio, construction type,
and service description. See the
Tire Size illustration later in this
section.
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(2) TPC Spec (Tire week of the year 2010 would traction, and temperature
Performance Criteria have a four-digit DOT date resistance. For more information
Specification) : Original of 0310. see Uniform Tire Quality
equipment tires designed to (4) Tire Identification Number Grading 0 288.
GM's specific tire performance (TIN) : The letters and numbers (7) Maximum Cold Inflation
criteria have a TPC specification following the DOT (Department Load Limit : Maximum load that
code molded onto the sidewall. of Transportation) code are the can be carried and the
GM's TPC specifications meet or Tire Identification Number (TIN). maximum pressure needed to
exceed all federal safety The TIN shows the support that load.
guidelines. manufacturer and plant code,
(3) DOT (Department of tire size, and date the tire was
Transportation) : The manufactured. The TIN is
Department of Transportation molded onto both sides of the
(DOT) code indicates that the tire, although only one side may
tire is in compliance with the have the date of manufacture.
U.S. Department of (5) Tire Ply Material : The type
Transportation Motor Vehicle of cord and number of plies in
Safety Standards. the sidewall and under the tread.
DOT Tire Date of (6) Uniform Tire Quality
Manufacture : The last four Grading (UTQG) : Tire
digits of the TIN indicate the manufacturers are required to Compact Spare Tire Example
tire manufactured date. The first grade tires based on three (1) Tire Ply Material : The type
two digits represent the week performance factors: treadwear, of cord and number of plies in
(0152) and the last two digits,
the sidewall and under the tread.
the year. For example, the third
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(2) Temporary Use Only : The (4) Maximum Cold Inflation GM's TPC specifications meet or
compact spare tire or temporary Load Limit : Maximum load that exceed all federal safety
use tire should not be driven at can be carried and the guidelines.
speeds over 80 km/h (50 mph). maximum pressure needed to
The compact spare tire is for support that load. Tire Designations
emergency use when a regular (5) Tire Inflation : The Tire Size
road tire has lost air and gone temporary use tire or compact
flat. If the vehicle has a compact The following is an example of a
spare tire should be inflated to
spare tire, see Compact Spare typical passenger vehicle
420 kPa (60 psi). For more
Tire 0 304 and If a Tire Goes tire size.
information on tire pressure and
Flat 0 291. inflation see Tire
(3) Tire Identification Number Pressure 0 278.
(TIN) : The letters and numbers (6) Tire Size : A combination of
following the DOT (Department letters and numbers define a
of Transportation) code are the tire's width, height, aspect ratio,
Tire Identification Number (TIN). construction type, and service
The TIN shows the description. The letter T as the (1) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire :
manufacturer and plant code, first character in the tire size The United States version of a
tire size, and date the tire was means the tire is for temporary metric tire sizing system. The
manufactured. The TIN is use only. letter P as the first character in
molded onto both sides of the the tire size means a passenger
tire, although only one side may (7) TPC Spec (Tire vehicle tire engineered to
have the date of manufacture. Performance Criteria standards set by the U.S. Tire
Specification) : Original and Rim Association.
equipment tires designed to
GM's specific tire performance
criteria have a TPC specification
code molded onto the sidewall.
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(2) Tire Width : The three-digit (6) Service Description : These Belt : A rubber coated layer of
number indicates the tire section characters represent the load cords that is located between
width in millimeters from index and speed rating of the the plies and the tread. Cords
sidewall to sidewall. tire. The load index represents may be made from steel or other
(3) Aspect Ratio : A two-digit the load carrying capacity a tire reinforcing materials.
number that indicates the tire is certified to carry. The speed Bead : The tire bead contains
height-to-width measurements. rating is the maximum speed a steel wires wrapped by steel
For example, if the tire size tire is certified to carry a load. cords that hold the tire onto
aspect ratio is 60, as shown in the rim.
item 3 of the illustration, it would Tire Terminology and
Definitions Bias Ply Tire : A pneumatic tire
mean that the tire's sidewall is in which the plies are laid at
60 percent as high as it is wide. Air Pressure : The amount of alternate angles less than
(4) Construction Code : A letter air inside the tire pressing 90 degrees to the centerline of
code is used to indicate the type outward on each square inch of the tread.
of ply construction in the tire. the tire. Air pressure is
expressed in kPa (kilopascal) Cold Tire Pressure : The
The letter R means radial ply amount of air pressure in a tire,
construction; the letter D means or psi (pounds per square inch).
measured in kPa (kilopascal)
diagonal or bias ply Accessory Weight : The or psi (pounds per square inch)
construction; and the letter B combined weight of optional before a tire has built up heat
means belted-bias ply accessories. Some examples of from driving. See Tire
construction. optional accessories are, electric Pressure 0 278.
(5) Rim Diameter : Diameter of drive unit, power windows,
power seats, and air Curb Weight : The weight of a
the wheel in inches. motor vehicle with standard and
conditioning.
optional equipment including the
Aspect Ratio : The relationship
of a tire's height to its width.
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maximum capacity of fuel, oil, Intended Outboard Sidewall : Maximum Loaded Vehicle
and coolant, but without The side of an asymmetrical tire, Weight : The sum of curb
passengers and cargo. that must always face outward weight, accessory weight,
DOT Markings : A code molded when mounted on a vehicle. vehicle capacity weight, and
into the sidewall of a tire Kilopascal (kPa) : The metric production options weight.
signifying that the tire is in unit for air pressure. Normal Occupant Weight : The
compliance with the U.S. Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire : A number of occupants a vehicle
Department of Transportation tire used on light duty trucks and is designed to seat multiplied by
(DOT) Motor Vehicle Safety some multipurpose passenger 68 kg (150 lbs). See Vehicle
Standards. The DOT code vehicles. Load Limits 0 171.
includes the Tire Identification Occupant Distribution :
Number (TIN), an alphanumeric Load Index : An assigned
number ranging from 1 to 279 Designated seating positions.
designator which can also
identify the tire manufacturer, that corresponds to the load Outward Facing Sidewall : The
production plant, brand, and carrying capacity of a tire. side of an asymmetrical tire that
date of production. Maximum Inflation Pressure : has a particular side that faces
The maximum air pressure to outward when mounted on a
GAWR FRT : Gross Axle Weight vehicle. The side of the tire that
Rating for the front axle. See which a cold tire can be inflated.
The maximum air pressure is contains a whitewall, bears
Vehicle Load Limits 0 171. white lettering, or bears
molded onto the sidewall.
GAWR RR : Gross Axle Weight manufacturer, brand, and/or
Rating for the rear axle. See Maximum Load Rating : The model name molding that is
Vehicle Load Limits 0 171. load rating for a tire at the higher or deeper than the same
maximum permissible inflation moldings on the other sidewall
GVWR : Gross Vehicle Weight pressure for that tire.
Rating. See Vehicle Load of the tire.
Limits 0 171.
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Passenger (P-Metric) Tire : A Traction : The friction between Vehicle Capacity Weight : The
tire used on passenger cars and the tire and the road surface. number of designated seating
some light duty trucks and The amount of grip provided. positions multiplied by
multipurpose vehicles. Tread : The portion of a tire that 68 kg (150 lbs) plus the rated
Recommended Inflation comes into contact with cargo load. See Vehicle Load
Pressure : Vehicle the road. Limits 0 171.
manufacturer's recommended Treadwear Indicators : Narrow Vehicle Maximum Load on the
tire inflation pressure as shown bands, sometimes called wear Tire : Load on an individual tire
on the tire placard. See Tire bars, that show across the tread due to curb weight, accessory
Pressure 0 278 and Vehicle of a tire when only 1.6 mm weight, occupant weight, and
Load Limits 0 171. (1/16 in) of tread remains. See cargo weight.
Radial Ply Tire : A pneumatic When It Is Time for New Vehicle Placard : A label
tire in which the ply cords that Tires 0 285. permanently attached to a
extend to the beads are laid at UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality vehicle showing the vehicle's
90 degrees to the centerline of Grading Standards) : A tire capacity weight and the original
the tread. information system that provides equipment tire size and
Rim : A metal support for a tire consumers with ratings for a recommended inflation pressure.
and upon which the tire beads tire's traction, temperature, and See Tire and Loading
are seated. treadwear. Ratings are Information Label under Vehicle
determined by tire Load Limits 0 171.
Sidewall : The portion of a tire
between the tread and the bead. manufacturers using
government testing procedures. Tire Pressure
Speed Rating : An The ratings are molded into the Tires need the correct amount of
alphanumeric code assigned to sidewall of the tire. See Uniform air pressure to operate
a tire indicating the maximum Tire Quality Grading 0 288. effectively.
speed at which a tire can
operate.
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The Tire and Loading How to Check

Caution Information label on the vehicle Use a good quality pocket-type
Neither tire underinflation nor indicates the original equipment gauge to check tire pressure.
overinflation is good. tires and the correct cold tire Proper tire inflation cannot be
Underinflated tires, or tires inflation pressures. The determined by looking at the tire.
that do not have enough air, recommended pressure is the Check the tire inflation pressure
can result in: minimum air pressure needed to when the tires are cold, meaning
support the vehicle's maximum the vehicle has not been driven
. Tire overloading and load carrying capacity. See
overheating which could for at least three hours or no
Vehicle Load Limits 0 171. more than 1.6 km (1 mi).
lead to a blowout.
How the vehicle is loaded Remove the valve cap from the
. Premature or affects vehicle handling and ride
irregular wear. tire valve stem. Press the tire
comfort. Never load the vehicle gauge firmly onto the valve to
. Poor handling. with more weight than it was get a pressure measurement.
designed to carry. If the cold tire inflation pressure
. Reduced fuel economy.
When to Check matches the recommended
Overinflated tires, or tires that
pressure on the Tire and
have too much air, can Check the tires once a month or
Loading Information label, no
result in: more. Do not forget the compact
further adjustment is necessary.
. Unusual wear. spare, if the vehicle has one.
If the inflation pressure is low,
The cold compact spare tire
. Poor handling. add air until the recommended
pressure should be at 420 kPa
pressure is reached. If the
. Rough ride. (60 psi). See Compact Spare
inflation pressure is high, press
Tire 0 304.
. Needless damage from on the metal stem in the center
road hazards. of the tire valve to release air.
Recheck the tire pressure with
the tire gauge.
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Put the valve caps back on the tire inflation pressure label, you not reached the level to trigger
valve stems to keep out dirt and should determine the proper tire illumination of the TPMS low tire
moisture and prevent leaks. Use inflation pressure for those tires.) pressure telltale.
only valve caps designed for the As an added safety feature, your Your vehicle has also been
vehicle by GM. TPMS sensors vehicle has been equipped with a equipped with a TPMS malfunction
could be damaged and would tire pressure monitoring system indicator to indicate when the
not be covered by the vehicle (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire system is not operating properly.
warranty. pressure telltale when one or more The TPMS malfunction indicator is
of your tires is significantly combined with the low tire pressure
under-inflated. telltale. When the system detects a
Tire Pressure Monitor malfunction, the telltale will flash for
System Accordingly, when the low tire
pressure telltale illuminates, you approximately one minute and then
The Tire Pressure Monitor System should stop and check your tires as remain continuously illuminated.
(TPMS) uses radio and sensor soon as possible, and inflate them This sequence will continue upon
technology to check tire pressure to the proper pressure. Driving on a subsequent vehicle start-ups as
levels. The TPMS sensors monitor significantly under-inflated tire long as the malfunction exists.
the air pressure in your tires and causes the tire to overheat and can When the malfunction indicator is
transmit tire pressure readings to a lead to tire failure. Under-inflation illuminated, the system may not be
receiver located in the vehicle. also reduces fuel efficiency and tire able to detect or signal low tire
Each tire, including the spare (if tread life, and may affect the pressure as intended. TPMS
provided), should be checked vehicle's handling and stopping malfunctions may occur for a variety
monthly when cold and inflated to ability. of reasons, including the installation
the inflation pressure recommended Please note that the TPMS is not a of replacement or alternate tires or
by the vehicle manufacturer on the substitute for proper tire wheels on the vehicle that prevent
vehicle placard or tire inflation maintenance, and it is the driver's the TPMS from functioning properly.
pressure label. (If your vehicle has responsibility to maintain correct tire Always check the TPMS malfunction
tires of a different size than the size pressure, even if under-inflation has telltale after replacing one or more
indicated on the vehicle placard or tires or wheels on your vehicle to
ensure that the replacement or
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alternate tires and wheels allow the The low tire pressure warning light
TPMS to continue to function may come on in cool weather when
properly. the vehicle is first started, and then
See Tire Pressure Monitor turn off as the vehicle is driven. This
Operation 0 281. could be an early indicator that the
air pressure is getting low and
See Radio Frequency needs to be inflated to the proper
When a low tire pressure condition
Statement 0 351. pressure.
is detected, the TPMS illuminates
the low tire pressure warning light A Tire and Loading Information
Tire Pressure Monitor located on the instrument cluster. label, attached to your vehicle,
Operation If the warning light comes on, stop shows the size of the original
as soon as possible and inflate the equipment tires and the correct
This vehicle may have a Tire
tires to the recommended pressure inflation pressure for the tires when
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
shown on the Tire and Loading they are cold. See Vehicle Load
The TPMS is designed to warn the
Information label. See Vehicle Load Limits 0 171, for an example of the
driver when a low tire pressure
Limits 0 171. Tire and Loading Information label
condition exists. TPMS sensors are
mounted onto each tire and wheel A message to check the pressure in and its location. Also see Tire
assembly, excluding the spare tire a specific tire displays in the Driver Pressure 0 278.
and wheel assembly. The TPMS Information Center (DIC). The low The TPMS can warn about a low
sensors monitor the air pressure in tire pressure warning light and the tire pressure condition but it does
the tires and transmits the tire DIC warning message come on at not replace normal tire
pressure readings to a receiver each ignition cycle until the tires are maintenance. See Tire Inspection
located in the vehicle. inflated to the correct inflation 0 284, Tire Rotation 0 284 and
pressure. Using the DIC, tire Tires 0 271.
pressure levels can be viewed. For
additional information and details
about the DIC operation and
displays see Driver Information
Center (DIC) 0 130.
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about one minute and then stays on . One or more TPMS sensors are
Caution for the remainder of the ignition missing or damaged. The
cycle. A DIC warning message also malfunction light and the DIC
Tire sealant materials are not all displays. The malfunction light and message should go off when the
the same. A non-approved tire DIC warning message come on at TPMS sensors are installed and
sealant could damage the TPMS each ignition cycle until the problem the sensor matching process is
sensors. TPMS sensor damage is corrected. Some of the conditions performed successfully. See
caused by using an incorrect tire that can cause these to come your dealer for service.
sealant is not covered by the on are: . Replacement tires or wheels do
vehicle warranty. Always use only . One of the road tires has been not match the original equipment
the GM approved tire sealant
replaced with the spare tire. The tires or wheels. Tires and wheels
available through your dealer or spare tire does not have a other than those recommended
included in the vehicle. TPMS sensor. The malfunction could prevent the TPMS from
light and DIC message should functioning properly. See Buying
Factory-installed Tire Inflator Kits go off after the road tire is New Tires 0 286.
use a GM-approved liquid tire replaced and the sensor . Operating electronic devices or
sealant. Using non-approved tire matching process is performed being near facilities using radio
sealants could damage the TPMS successfully. See TPMS Sensor wave frequencies similar to the
sensors. See Tire Sealant and Matching Process later in this TPMS could cause the TPMS
Compressor Kit 0 293 for section. sensors to malfunction.
information regarding the inflator kit . The TPMS sensor matching
materials and instructions. If the TPMS is not functioning
process was not done or not properly it cannot detect or signal a
TPMS Malfunction Light and completed successfully after low tire condition. See your dealer
rotating the tires. The
Message for service if the TPMS malfunction
malfunction light and the DIC light and DIC message comes on
The TPMS will not function properly message should go off after and stays on.
if one or more of the TPMS sensors successfully completing the
are missing or inoperable. When the sensor matching process. See
system detects a malfunction, the "TPMS Sensor Matching
low tire warning light flashes for Process" later in this section.
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TPMS Sensor Matching There are two minutes to match the The horn sounds twice to
Process first tire/wheel position, and signal the receiver is in relearn
five minutes overall to match all four mode and the TIRE
Each TPMS sensor has a unique tire/wheel positions. If it takes LEARNING ACTIVE message
identification code. The identification longer, the matching process stops displays on the DIC screen.
code needs to be matched to a new and must be restarted.
tire/wheel position after rotating the 6. Start with the driver side
vehicles tires or replacing one or The TPMS sensor matching front tire.
more of the TPMS sensors. The process is: 7. Place the relearn tool against
TPMS sensor matching process 1. Set the parking brake. the tire sidewall, near the valve
should also be performed after stem. Then press the button to
replacing a spare tire with a road 2. Place the vehicle in ON/RUN.
See Power Button 0 175. activate the TPMS sensor.
tire containing the TPMS sensor. A horn chirp confirms that the
The malfunction light and the DIC 3. Make sure the Tire Pressure sensor identification code has
message should go off at the next info page option is turned on. been matched to this tire and
ignition cycle. The sensors are The info pages on the DIC can wheel position.
matched to the tire/wheel positions, be turned on and off through
using a TPMS relearn tool, in the the Settings menu. See Driver 8. Proceed to the passenger side
following order: driver side front tire, Information Center (DIC) 0 130. front tire, and repeat the
passenger side front tire, passenger procedure in Step 7.
4. Use the DIC controls on the
side rear tire, and driver side rear. 9. Proceed to the passenger side
right side of the steering wheel
See your dealer for service or to rear tire, and repeat the
to scroll to the Tire Pressure
purchase a relearn tool. A TPMS procedure in Step 7.
screen under the DIC
relearn tool can also be purchased.
info page. 10. Proceed to the driver side rear
See Tire Pressure Monitor
tire, and repeat the procedure
Sensor Activation Tool at 5. Press and hold the V (Set/ in Step 7. The horn sounds two
www.gmtoolsandequipment.com or Reset) button located in the times to indicate the sensor
call 1-800-GM TOOLS center of the DIC controls. identification code has been
(1-800-468-6657).
matched to the driver side rear
tire, and the TPMS sensor
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matching process is no longer . The tread or sidewall is Anytime unusual wear is

active. The TIRE LEARNING cracked, cut, or snagged noticed, rotate the tires as soon
ACTIVE message on the DIC deep enough to show cord or as possible, check for proper tire
display screen goes off. fabric. inflation pressure, and check for
11. Turn the vehicle off. . The tire has a bump, bulge, damaged tires or wheels. If the
12. Set all four tires to the or split. unusual wear continues after the
recommended air pressure rotation, check the wheel
level as indicated on the Tire . The tire has a puncture, cut, alignment. See When It Is Time
and Loading Information label. or other damage that cannot for New Tires 0 285 and Wheel
be repaired well because of Replacement 0 289.
Tire Inspection the size or location of the
damage.
We recommend that the tires,
including the spare tire, if the Tire Rotation
vehicle has one, be inspected
for signs of wear or damage at Tires should be rotated every
least once a month. 12 000 km (7,500 mi). See
Maintenance Schedule 0 326.
Replace the tire if:
.
Tires are rotated to achieve a
The indicators at three or
uniform wear for all tires. The
more places around the tire
first rotation is the most
can be seen.
important.
. There is cord or fabric
showing through the tire's Use this rotation pattern when
rubber. rotating the tires.
If the vehicle has a compact
spare tire, do not include it in the
tire rotation.
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Adjust the front and rear tires to

the recommended inflation Warning (Continued)
pressure on the Tire and towel can be used; however, use
Loading Information label after a scraper or wire brush later to
the tires have been rotated. See remove all rust or dirt.
Tire Pressure 0 278 and Vehicle
Load Limits 0 171.
Lightly coat the center of the
Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor wheel hub with wheel bearing
System. See Tire Pressure grease after a wheel change or
Monitor Operation 0 281. tire rotation to prevent corrosion
Check that all wheel nuts are or rust build-up. Do not get
properly tightened. See Wheel grease on the flat wheel Treadwear indicators are one way to
mounting surface or on the tell when it is time for new tires.
Nut Torque under Capacities Treadwear indicators appear when
and Specifications 0 338. wheel nuts or bolts.
the tires have only 1.6 mm (1/16 in)
Check that the spare tire, if the or less of tread remaining. See Tire
{ Warning vehicle has one, is stored Inspection 0 284 and Tire
properly. Push, pull, and then try Rotation 0 284.
Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the
to rotate or turn the tire. If it The rubber in tires ages over time.
parts to which it is fastened, can
moves, tighten the cable. See This also applies to the spare tire,
make wheel nuts become loose
after time. The wheel could come
Tire Changing 0 299. if the vehicle has one, even if it is
never used. Multiple factors
off and cause an accident. When
changing a wheel, remove any When It Is Time for New including temperatures, loading
conditions, and inflation pressure
rust or dirt from places where the Tires maintenance affect how fast aging
wheel attaches to the vehicle. In Factors such as maintenance, takes place. GM recommends that
an emergency, a cloth or a paper temperatures, driving speeds, tires, including the spare if
(Continued) vehicle loading, and road conditions equipped, be replaced after six
affect the wear rate of the tires. years, regardless of tread wear. The
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tire manufacture date is the last four Buying New Tires will be followed by MS, for mud
digits of the DOT Tire Identification and snow. See Tire Sidewall
Number (TIN) which is molded into GM has developed and matched Labeling 0 273.
one side of the tire sidewall. The specific tires for the vehicle. The
first two digits represent the week original equipment tires installed GM recommends replacing worn
(0152) and the last two digits, the were designed to meet General tires in complete sets of four.
year. For example, the third week of Motors Tire Performance Criteria Uniform tread depth on all tires
the year 2010 would have a Specification (TPC Spec) will help to maintain the
four-digit DOT date of 0310. system rating. When performance of the vehicle.
Vehicle Storage replacement tires are needed, Braking and handling
GM strongly recommends performance may be adversely
Tires age when stored normally affected if all the tires are not
mounted on a parked vehicle. Park buying tires with the same TPC
Spec rating. replaced at the same time.
a vehicle that will be stored for at
least a month in a cool, dry, clean If proper rotation and
GM's exclusive TPC Spec maintenance have been done,
area away from direct sunlight to system considers over a dozen
slow aging. This area should be free all four tires should wear out at
critical specifications that impact about the same time. See Tire
of grease, gasoline, or other
substances that can deteriorate
the overall performance of the Rotation 0 284. However, if it is
rubber. vehicle, including brake system necessary to replace only one
performance, ride and handling, axle set of worn tires, place the
Parking for an extended period can traction control, and tire
cause flat spots on the tires that new tires on the rear axle.
may result in vibrations while
pressure monitoring
performance. GM's TPC Spec Winter tires with the same speed
driving. When storing a vehicle for
number is molded onto the tire's rating as the original equipment
at least a month, remove the tires or
raise the vehicle to reduce the sidewall near the tire size. If the tires may not be available for H,
weight from the tires. tires have an all-season tread V, W, Y, and ZR speed rated
design, the TPC spec number tires. Never exceed the winter
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tires maximum speed capability The Tire and Loading

when using winter tires with a { Warning Information Label indicates the
lower speed rating. Using bias-ply tires on the original equipment tires on the
vehicle may cause the wheel vehicle. See Vehicle Load
{ Warning rim flanges to develop cracks Limits 0 171.
Tires could explode during after many miles of driving.
A tire and/or wheel could fail Different Size Tires and
improper service. Attempting Wheels
to mount or dismount a tire suddenly and cause a crash.
could cause injury or death. Use only radial-ply tires with If wheels or tires are installed that
Only your dealer or authorized the wheels on the vehicle. are a different size than the original
equipment wheels and tires, vehicle
tire service center should
performance, including its braking,
mount or dismount the tires. 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
{ Warning sure they are the same size, electronic systems such as antilock
load range, speed rating, and brakes, rollover airbags, roll bars,
Mixing tires of different sizes, construction (radial) as the traction control, electronic stability
brands, or types may cause original tires. control, or All-Wheel Drive, the
loss of control of the vehicle, performance of these systems can
resulting in a crash or other Vehicles that have a tire also be affected.
vehicle damage. Use the pressure monitoring system
could give an inaccurate
correct size, brand, and type
low-pressure warning if non-TPC
{ Warning
of tire on all wheels.
Spec rated tires are installed. If different sized wheels are used,
See Tire Pressure Monitor there may not be an acceptable
System 0 280. level of performance and safety if
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most passenger car tires. The Treadwear 200 Traction AA

Warning (Continued) Uniform Tire Quality Grading Temperature A
tires not recommended for those (UTQG) system does not apply All Passenger Car Tires Must
wheels are selected. This to deep tread, winter tires, Conform to Federal Safety
increases the chance of a crash compact spare tires, tires with Requirements In Addition To
and serious injury. Only use GM nominal rim diameters of These Grades.
specific wheel and tire systems 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm),
developed for the vehicle, and or to some limited-production Treadwear
have them properly installed by a tires. The treadwear grade is a
GM certified technician. While the tires available on comparative rating based on the
General Motors passenger cars wear rate of the tire when tested
See Buying New Tires 0 286 and and light trucks may vary with under controlled conditions on a
Accessories and respect to these grades, they specified government test
Modifications 0 237. must also conform to federal course. For example, a tire
safety requirements and graded 150 would wear one and
Uniform Tire Quality additional General Motors Tire one-half (1) times as well on
Grading Performance Criteria (TPC) the government course as a tire
standards. graded 100. The relative
The following information relates performance of tires depends
to the system developed by the Quality grades can be found upon the actual conditions of
United States National Highway where applicable on the tire their use, however, and may
Traffic Safety Administration sidewall between tread shoulder depart significantly from the
(NHTSA), which grades tires by and maximum section width. For norm due to variations in driving
treadwear, traction, and example: habits, service practices and
temperature performance. This differences in road
applies only to vehicles sold in characteristics and climate.
the United States. The grades
are molded on the sidewalls of
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Traction laboratory test wheel. Sustained Wheel Alignment and Tire

The traction grades, from high temperature can cause the Balance
highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, material of the tire to degenerate
and reduce tire life, and The tires and wheels were aligned
and C. Those grades represent and balanced at the factory to
the tire's ability to stop on wet excessive temperature can lead
provide the longest tire life and best
pavement as measured under to sudden tire failure. The grade overall performance. Adjustments to
controlled conditions on C corresponds to a level of wheel alignment and tire balancing
specified government test performance which all are not necessary on a regular
surfaces of asphalt and passenger car tires must meet basis. Consider an alignment check
concrete. A tire marked C may under the Federal Motor Safety if there is unusual tire wear or the
have poor traction performance. Standard No. 109. Grades B and vehicle is significantly pulling to one
A represent higher levels of side or the other. Some slight pull to
Warning: The traction grade the left or right, depending on the
assigned to this tire is based on performance on the laboratory
test wheel than the minimum crown of the road and/or other road
straight-ahead braking traction surface variations such as troughs
tests, and does not include required by law. Warning: The
or ruts, is normal. If the vehicle is
acceleration, cornering, temperature grade for this tire is vibrating when driving on a smooth
hydroplaning, or peak traction established for a tire that is road, the tires and wheels may need
characteristics. properly inflated and not to be rebalanced. See your dealer
overloaded. Excessive speed, for proper diagnosis.
Temperature underinflation, or excessive
The temperature grades are A loading, either separately or in Wheel Replacement
(the highest), B, and C, combination, can cause heat
Replace any wheel that is bent,
representing the tire's resistance buildup and possible tire failure. cracked, or badly rusted or
to the generation of heat and its corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming
ability to dissipate heat when loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and
tested under controlled wheel nuts should be replaced.
conditions on a specified indoor If the wheel leaks air, replace it.
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Some aluminum wheels can be

repaired. See your dealer if any of Caution Warning (Continued)
these conditions exist.
The wrong wheel can also cause a crash. Be sure to use the
Your dealer will know the kind of problems with bearing life, brake correct wheel nuts. If you have to
wheel that is needed. cooling, speedometer or replace them, be sure to get new
Each new wheel should have the odometer calibration, headlamp GM original equipment
same load-carrying capacity, aim, bumper height, vehicle wheel nuts.
diameter, width, and offset, and ground clearance, and tire
should be mounted the same way clearance to the body and
as the one it replaces. chassis. Caution
Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel
nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor Improperly tightened wheel nuts
System (TPMS) sensors with new { Warning can lead to brake pulsation and
rotor damage. To avoid expensive
GM original equipment parts.
Never use oil or grease on studs brake repairs, evenly tighten the
or the threads of the wheel nuts. wheel nuts in the proper
{ Warning The wheel nuts might come loose sequence and to the proper
Using the wrong replacement and the wheel could fall off, torque specification.
wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel causing a crash.
nuts can be dangerous. It could Used Replacement Wheels
affect the braking and handling of
the vehicle. Tires can lose air, { Warning { Warning
and cause loss of control, causing
Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly
a crash. Always use the correct Replacing a wheel with a used
tightened wheel nuts can cause
wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel one is dangerous. How it has
the wheel to become loose and
nuts for replacement. been used or how far it has been
even come off. This could lead to
driven may be unknown. It could
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A rear blowout, particularly on a

Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) curve, acts much like a skid and
may require the same correction as
fail suddenly and cause a crash. avoid vehicle damage, drive slow used in a skid. Stop pressing the
When replacing wheels, use a and readjust or remove the accelerator pedal and steer to
new GM original equipment traction device if it contacts the straighten the vehicle. It may be
wheel. vehicle. Do not spin the wheels. very bumpy and noisy. Gently brake
If traction devices are used, install to a stop, well off the road,
them on the front tires. if possible.
Tire Chains
{ Warning If a Tire Goes Flat { Warning

It is unusual for a tire to blow out Driving on a flat tire will cause
Do not use tire chains. There is while driving, especially if the tires permanent damage to the tire.
not enough clearance. Tire chains are maintained properly. See Tires Re-inflating a tire after it has been
used on a vehicle without the 0 271. If air goes out of a tire, it is driven on while severely
proper amount of clearance can much more likely to leak out slowly. underinflated or flat may cause a
cause damage to the brakes, But if there is ever a blowout, here blowout and a serious crash.
suspension, or other vehicle are a few tips about what to expect Never attempt to re-inflate a tire
parts. The area damaged by the and what to do: that has been driven on while
tire chains could cause loss of
If a front tire fails, the flat tire severely underinflated or flat.
control and a crash.
creates a drag that pulls the vehicle Have your dealer or an authorized
Use another type of traction toward that side. Take your foot off tire service center repair or
device only if its manufacturer the accelerator pedal and grip the replace the flat tire as soon as
recommends it for the vehicle's steering wheel firmly. Steer to possible.
tire size combination and road maintain lane position, and then
conditions. Follow that gently brake to a stop, well off the
manufacturer's instructions. To road, if possible.
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This vehicle may come with a jack

{ Warning { Warning and spare tire or a tire sealant and
compressor kit. To use the jacking
Lifting a vehicle and getting under Changing a tire can be equipment to change a spare tire
it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous. The vehicle can slip safely, follow the instructions below.
dangerous without the off the jack and roll over or fall Then see Tire Changing 0 299. To
appropriate safety equipment and causing injury or death. Find a use the tire sealant and compressor
training. If a jack is provided with level place to change the tire. To kit, see Tire Sealant and
the vehicle, it is designed only for help prevent the vehicle from Compressor Kit 0 293.
changing a flat tire. If it is used for moving:
When the vehicle has a flat tire (2),
anything else, you or others could 1. Set the parking brake firmly. use the following example as a
be badly injured or killed if the guide to assist you in the placement
vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack 2. Put an automatic
transmission in P (Park) or a of wheel blocks (1), if equipped.
is provided with the vehicle, only
use it for changing a flat tire. manual transmission in
1 (First) or R (Reverse).
3. Turn off the engine and do
If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire
not restart while the vehicle
and wheel damage by driving slowly
is raised.
to a level place, well off the road,
if possible. Turn on the hazard 4. Do not allow passengers to
warning flashers. See Hazard remain in the vehicle.
Warning Flashers 0 152. 5. Place wheel blocks,
if equipped, on both sides of
the tire at the opposite 1. Wheel Block (If Equipped)
corner of the tire being 2. Flat Tire
changed. The following information explains
how to repair or change a tire.
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Tire Sealant and Warning (Continued)

the tread area of the tire. It can also
be used to inflate an
Compressor Kit underinflated tire.
recommended pressure. Do not
If the tire has been separated from
{ Warning exceed the recommended
pressure. the wheel, has damaged sidewalls,
Idling a vehicle in an enclosed or has a large puncture, the tire is
area with poor ventilation is too severely damaged for the tire
sealant and compressor kit to be
dangerous. Engine exhaust may { Warning effective. See Roadside Assistance
enter the vehicle. Engine exhaust
Storing the tire sealant and Program 0 345.
contains carbon monoxide (CO)
which cannot be seen or smelled. compressor kit or other Read and follow all of the tire
It can cause unconsciousness equipment in the passenger sealant and compressor kit
and even death. Never run the compartment of the vehicle could instructions.
engine in an enclosed area that cause injury. In a sudden stop or The kit includes:
has no fresh air ventilation. For collision, loose equipment could
more information, see Engine strike someone. Store the tire
Exhaust 0 185. sealant and compressor kit in its
original location.
{ Warning If this vehicle has a tire sealant and

compressor kit, there may not be a
Overinflating a tire could cause spare tire or tire changing
the tire to rupture and you or equipment, and on some vehicles
others could be injured. Be sure there may not be a place to store
to read and follow the tire sealant a tire.
and compressor kit instructions
The tire sealant and compressor
and inflate the tire to its
can be used to temporarily seal
(Continued) punctures up to 6 mm (0.25 in) in 1. Sealant Canister Inlet Valve
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2. Sealant/Air Hose Check the tire sealant expiration Do not remove any objects that
3. Base of Sealant Canister date on the tire sealant canister. have penetrated the tire.
4. Tire Sealant Canister The tire sealant canister (4) should 1. Remove the tire sealant
5. On/Off Button be replaced before its expiration canister (4) and compressor
6. Slot on Top of Compressor date. Replacement tire sealant from its storage location. See
7. Pressure Deflation Button canisters are available at your local Storing the Tire Sealant and
dealer. Compressor Kit 0 299.
8. Pressure Gauge
There is only enough sealant to seal 2. Remove the air only hose (10)
one tire. After usage, the tire sealant and the power plug (9) from the
canister must be replaced. bottom of the compressor.
Using the Tire Sealant and 3. Place the compressor on the
Compressor Kit to Temporarily ground near the flat tire.
Seal and Inflate a
Punctured Tire
When using the tire sealant and
compressor kit during cold
temperatures, warm the kit in a
heated environment for five minutes.
This will help to inflate the tire
9. Power Plug faster.
10. Air Only Hose
Tire Sealant and wheel damage by driving slowly
Read and follow the safe handling to a level place. Turn on the hazard
instructions on the label adhered to warning flashers. See Hazard
the tire sealant canister (4). Warning Flashers 0 152.
4. Attach the air only hose (10) to
See If a Tire Goes Flat 0 291 for the sealant canister inlet
other important safety warnings. valve (1) by turning it clockwise
until tight.
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9. Start the vehicle. The vehicle

must be running while using
the air compressor.
10. Press the on/off button (5) to
turn the tire sealant and
compressor kit on.
The compressor will inject
sealant and air into the tire.
The pressure gauge (8) will
initially show a high pressure
while the compressor pushes
5. Slide the base of the tire 7. Attach the sealant/air hose (2) the sealant into the tire. Once
sealant canister (3) into the slot to the tire valve stem by turning the sealant is completely
on the top of the compressor it clockwise until tight. dispersed into the tire, the
(6) to hold it upright. pressure will quickly drop and
8. Plug the power plug (9) into the start to rise again as the tire
Make sure the tire valve stem accessory power outlet in the inflates with air only.
is positioned close to the vehicle. Unplug all items from
ground so the hose will other accessory power outlets. 11. Inflate the tire to the
reach it. See Power Outlets 0 99. recommended inflation
pressure using the pressure
6. Remove the valve stem cap If the vehicle has an accessory gauge (8). The recommended
from the flat tire by turning it power outlet, do not use the inflation pressure can be found
counterclockwise. cigarette lighter. on the Tire and Loading
If the vehicle only has a Information label. See Tire
cigarette lighter, use the Pressure 0 278.
cigarette lighter. The pressure gauge (8) may
Do not pinch the power plug read higher than the actual tire
cord in the door or window. pressure while the compressor
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is on. Turn the compressor off Therefore, Steps 1321 must 19. Return the air only hose (10)
to get an accurate pressure be done immediately after and power plug (9) back to
reading. The compressor may Step 12. their original storage location.
be turned on/off until the Be careful while handling the
correct pressure is reached. tire sealant and compressor kit
as it could be warm after
Caution usage.
If the recommended pressure 13. Unplug the power plug (9) from
cannot be reached after the accessory power outlet in
approximately 25 minutes, the the vehicle.
20. If the flat tire was able to inflate
vehicle should not be driven 14. Turn the sealant/air hose (2) to the recommended inflation
farther. The tire is too severely counterclockwise to remove it pressure, remove the
damaged and the tire sealant and from the tire valve stem. maximum speed label from the
compressor kit cannot inflate the 15. Replace the tire valve sealant canister and place it in
tire. Remove the power plug from stem cap. a highly visible location.
the accessory power outlet and Do not exceed the speed on
unscrew the inflating hose from 16. Remove the tire sealant
canister (4) from the slot on top this label until the damaged tire
the tire valve. See Roadside is repaired or replaced.
of the compressor (6).
Assistance Program 0 345.
17. Turn the air only hose (10) 21. Return the equipment to its
counterclockwise to remove it original storage location in the
12. Press the on/off button (5) to from the tire sealant canister vehicle.
turn the tire sealant and inlet valve (1). 22. Immediately drive the vehicle
compressor kit off.
18. Turn the sealant/air hose (2) 8 km (5 mi) to distribute the
The tire is not sealed and will clockwise onto the sealant sealant in the tire.
continue to leak air until the canister inlet valve (1) to 23. Stop at a safe location and
vehicle is driven and the prevent sealant leakage. check the tire pressure. Refer
sealant is distributed in the tire.
to Steps 110 under Using the
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Tire Sealant and Compressor 27. After temporarily sealing a tire 4. Tire Sealant Canister
Kit without Sealant to Inflate a using the tire sealant and 5. On/Off Button
Tire (Not Punctured). compressor kit, take the 6. Slot on Top of Compressor
If the tire pressure has fallen vehicle to an authorized dealer 7. Pressure Deflation Button
more than 68 kPa (10 psi) within 161 km (100 mi) of 8. Pressure Gauge
below the recommended driving to have the tire repaired
inflation pressure, stop driving or replaced.
the vehicle. The tire is too Using the Tire Sealant and
severely damaged and the tire Compressor Kit without
sealant cannot seal the tire. Sealant to Inflate a Tire (Not
See Roadside Assistance
Program 0 345.
Punctured)
The kit includes:
If the tire pressure has not
dropped more than 68 kPa
(10 psi) from the recommended
inflation pressure, inflate the
tire to the recommended
inflation pressure.
9. Power Plug
24. Wipe off any sealant from the 10. Air Only Hose
wheel, tire, or vehicle.
25. Dispose of the used tire and wheel damage by driving slowly
sealant canister (4) at a local to a level place. Turn on the hazard
dealer or in accordance with warning flashers. See Hazard
local state codes and practices. Warning Flashers 0 152.
26. Replace it with a new canister See If a Tire Goes Flat 0 291 for
available from your dealer. 1. Sealant Canister Inlet Valve other important safety warnings.
2. Sealant/Air Hose
3. Base of Sealant Canister
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1. Remove the compressor from If the vehicle only has a reading. The compressor may
its storage location. See cigarette lighter, use the be turned on/off until the
Storing the Tire Sealant and cigarette lighter. correct pressure is reached.
Compressor Kit 0 299. Do not pinch the power plug
2. Remove the air only hose (10) cord in the door or window. Caution
and the power plug (9) from the 7. Start the vehicle. The vehicle
bottom of the compressor. If the recommended pressure
must be running while using cannot be reached after
3. Place the compressor on the the air compressor. approximately 25 minutes, the
ground near the flat tire. 8. Press the on/off button (5) to vehicle should not be driven
Make sure the tire valve stem turn the tire sealant and farther. The tire is too severely
is positioned close to the compressor kit on. damaged and the tire sealant and
ground so the hose will The compressor will inflate the compressor kit cannot inflate the
reach it. tire with air only. tire. Remove the power plug from
4. Remove the valve stem cap the accessory power outlet and
9. Inflate the tire to the unscrew the inflating hose from
from the flat tire by turning it recommended inflation
counterclockwise. the tire valve. See Roadside
pressure using the pressure
Assistance Program 0 345.
5. Attach the air only hose (10) to gauge (8). The recommended
the tire valve stem by turning it inflation pressure can be found
clockwise until tight. on the Tire and Loading 10. Press the on/off button (5) to
6. Plug the power plug (9) into the Information label. See Tire turn the tire sealant and
accessory power outlet in the Pressure 0 278. compressor kit off.
vehicle. Unplug all items from The pressure gauge (8) may Be careful while handling the
other accessory power outlets. read higher than the actual tire compressor as it could be
See Power Outlets 0 99. pressure while the compressor warm after usage.
If the vehicle has an accessory is on. Turn the compressor off 11. Unplug the power plug (9) from
power outlet, do not use the to get an accurate pressure the accessory power outlet in
cigarette lighter. the vehicle.
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12. Turn the air only hose (10)

counterclockwise to remove it
from the tire valve stem.
13. Replace the tire valve
stem cap.
14. Return the air only hose (10)
and power plug (9) back to
their original storage location.
15. Return the equipment to its
original storage location in the
vehicle.
The tire sealant and compressor kit 3. Turn the retainer nut 3. Remove the retainer strap (1)
has accessory adapters located in a counterclockwise to remove the from the right forward most
compartment on the bottom of its tire sealant and compressor D-ring (2).
housing that can be used to inflate kit bag. 4. Turn the retainer nut (3)
air mattresses, balls, etc. 4. Remove the tire sealant and counterclockwise to remove the
compressor kit from the bag. spare tire.
Storing the Tire Sealant
To store the tire sealant and Place the spare tire next to the
and Compressor Kit compressor kit, reverse the steps. tire being changed.
To access the tire sealant and
compressor kit: Tire Changing
1. Open the hatch. See Removing the Spare Tire and
Hatch 0 42. Tools
2. Lift the cover. To access the spare tire and tools:
1. Open the hatch.
2. Remove the spare tire cover.
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Warning (Continued)
killed. Never get under a vehicle
when it is supported only by
a jack.
{ Warning
Raising the vehicle with the jack
improperly positioned can
damage the vehicle and even
5. Lift the load floor to access the 2. Turn the wheel wrench make the vehicle fall. To help
jack (3) and wrench bag (1). counterclockwise to loosen all avoid personal injury and vehicle
6. Remove the hook (2) from the the wheel nuts, but do not damage, be sure to fit the jack lift
jack (3). remove them yet. head into the proper location
7. Remove the retainer straps (4). 3. Place the jack near the flat tire. before raising the vehicle.
8. Remove the jack (3) and 4. Put the compact spare tire
near you.
wrench bag (1) and place them
near the tire being changed.
{ Warning
1. Do a safety check before
{ Warning Lifting a vehicle and getting under
proceeding. See If a Tire Goes Getting under a vehicle when it is it to do maintenance or repairs is
Flat 0 291. lifted on a jack is dangerous. dangerous without the
If the vehicle slips off the jack, appropriate safety equipment and
you could be badly injured or training. If a jack is provided with
the vehicle, it is designed only for
(Continued)
(Continued)
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Warning (Continued)
changing a flat tire. If it is used for
anything else, you or others could
be badly injured or killed if the
vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack
is provided with the vehicle, only
use it for changing a flat tire.
5. Attach the jack wrench to the

jack by fitting both ends of the
jack and tool over one another. 7. Position the jack lift head at the 8. Raise the vehicle by turning the
6. Place the jack under the jack location nearest the flat jack handle clockwise. Raise
vehicle. tire. The location is indicated the vehicle far enough off the
by a notch on the bottom edge ground so there is enough
of the body side. The jack must room for the road tire to clear
Caution
not be used in any other the ground.
Make sure that the jack lift head position.
is in the correct position or you
may damage your vehicle. The
repairs would not be covered by
your warranty.
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Warning (Continued) { Warning

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

Tighten each nut by hand until
the wheel is held against
the hub.
9. Remove all of the wheel nuts. 14. Lower the vehicle by turning
10. Remove the flat tire. the jack handle
counterclockwise.
{ Warning { Warning
Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the
parts to which it is fastened, can Wheel nuts that are improperly or
make wheel nuts become loose incorrectly tightened can cause
11. Remove any rust or dirt from
after time. The wheel could come the wheels to become loose or
the wheel bolts, mounting
off and cause an accident. When come off. The wheel nuts should
surfaces, and spare wheel.
changing a wheel, remove any be tightened with a torque wrench
12. Place the compact spare tire to the proper torque specification
rust or dirt from places where the on the wheel-mounting surface.
wheel attaches to the vehicle. In after replacing. Follow the torque
an emergency, a cloth or a paper specification supplied by the
aftermarket manufacturer when
(Continued) using accessory locking wheel
(Continued)
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Storing a Flat or Spare Tire

Warning (Continued) and Tools
nuts. See Capacities and
Specifications 0 338 for original { Warning
equipment wheel nut torque
Storing a jack, a tire, or other
specifications.
equipment in the passenger
compartment of the vehicle could
cause injury. In a sudden stop or
Caution
collision, loose equipment could
Improperly tightened wheel nuts strike someone. Store all these in
can lead to brake pulsation and the proper place.
rotor damage. To avoid expensive 15. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in
brake repairs, evenly tighten the a crisscross sequence, as
1. Lift the load floor and place the
wheel nuts in the proper shown.
jack and wrench bag in their
sequence and to the proper 16. Lower the jack all the way and original storage location.
torque specification. See remove the jack from under the
Secure them with the retainer
Capacities and Specifications vehicle.
straps and attach the hook to
0 338 for the wheel nut torque 17. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly the jack.
specification. with the wheel wrench.
2. Close the load floor.
3. Place the flat tire over the
bolt (1) and through one of the
bolt holes with the valve stem
facing down.
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Compact Spare Tire speed be limited to 80 km/h

(50 mph). To conserve the tread of
the spare tire, have the standard tire
{ Warning repaired or replaced as soon as
Driving with more than one convenient and return the spare tire
to the storage area.
compact spare tire at a time could
result in loss of braking and When using a compact spare tire,
handling. This could lead to a the AWD (if equipped), ABS, and
crash and you or others could be Traction Control systems may
injured. Use only one compact engage until the spare tire is
spare tire at a time. recognized by the vehicle,
especially on slippery roads. Adjust
4. Route the retainer strap (4) driving to reduce possible
through the wheel, as shown. If this vehicle has a compact spare wheel slip.
tire, it was fully inflated when new;
5. Attach the retainer strap (4) to however, it can lose air over time.
the right forward most Caution
Check the inflation pressure
D-ring (3). regularly. It should be 420 kPa When the compact spare is
6. Tighten the retainer strap (4). (60 psi). installed, do not take the vehicle
7. Turn the retainer nut (2) Stop as soon as possible and check through an automatic car wash
clockwise to secure the tire. that the spare tire is correctly with guide rails. The compact
inflated after being installed on the spare can get caught on the rails
The compact spare is for temporary vehicle. The compact spare tire is which can damage the tire, wheel,
use only. Replace the compact designed for temporary use only. and other parts of the vehicle.
spare tire with a full-size road tire as The vehicle will perform differently
soon as you can. with the spare tire installed and it is
recommended that the vehicle
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Do not use the compact spare on Jump Starting

other vehicles. { Warning
Do not mix the compact spare tire or Jump Starting - North WARNING: Battery posts,
wheel with other wheels or tires. terminals, and related
They will not fit. Keep the spare tire
America
accessories contain lead and lead
and its wheel together. Jump starting is connecting jumper compounds, chemicals known to
cables between the two vehicles to the State of California to cause
Caution enable vehicle starting. If the Volt or cancer and birth defects or other
another vehicle has a run-down reproductive harm. Batteries also
Tire chains will not fit the compact 12-volt battery, it can be jump
contain other chemicals known to
spare. Using them can damage started using good condition jumper
the State of California to cause
the vehicle and the chains. Do not cables. There are different
procedures depending on if the Volt cancer. WASH HANDS AFTER
use tire chains on the compact HANDLING.
spare. has a run-down battery or another
vehicle has a run-down battery. See California Proposition
Read the appropriate procedures 65 Warning 0 236.
that follow.
{ Warning { Warning
The high voltage battery cannot Batteries can hurt you. They can
be jump started either with be dangerous because:
another vehicle or battery . They contain acid that can
charger. Personal injury, death, burn you.
or damage to the vehicle could
result. . They contain gas that can
explode or ignite.
(Continued)
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Jump Starting the Volt

Warning (Continued) Caution
If the Volt will not start, the 12-volt
. They contain enough battery may be run down. To jump If the other vehicle does not have
electricity to burn you. start the Volt use the underhood a 12-volt system with a negative
remote positive (+) and negative () ground, both vehicles can be
If you do not follow these steps
terminals. damaged. Only use a vehicle that
exactly, some or all of these
things can hurt you. has a 12-volt system with a
negative ground for jump starting.
{ Warning 2. Park both vehicles close

enough so that the jumper
Electric fans can start up even cables can reach both vehicles'
when the engine is not running positive (+) and negative ()
and can cause injury. Keep terminals. The vehicles must
hands, clothing, and tools away not touch each other. It could
from any underhood electric fans. cause an unwanted ground
connection that could damage
both vehicles' electrical
Caution systems.
1. Remote Positive (+)
Put both vehicles in P (Park)
Ignoring these steps could result Terminal
for an automatic transmission
in costly damage to the vehicle 2. Remote Negative () or electric drive unit. For a
that would not be covered by the Terminal manual transmission, place the
vehicle warranty. Trying to start 1. The other vehicle used to jump vehicle in Neutral and set the
the vehicle by pushing or pulling it start the Volt must have a parking brake.
will not work, and it could damage 12-volt battery with a negative
the vehicle. ground system.
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remote positive (+) terminal (1).

Caution The remote negative () Caution
terminal (2) for the Volt is a
If any accessories are left on or stud GND () on the driver side If the jumper cables are
plugged in during the jump of the engine compartment. connected or removed in the
starting procedure, they could be wrong order, electrical shorting
damaged. The repairs would not 6. Check that the jumper cables may occur and damage the
be covered by the vehicle do not have loose or missing vehicle. The repairs would not be
warranty. Whenever possible, turn insulation or a shock could covered by the vehicle warranty.
result and the vehicles could
off or unplug all accessories on Always connect and remove the
be damaged.
either vehicle when jump starting. jumper cables in the correct order,
Before connecting the jumper making sure that the cables do
cables, here are some basic not touch each other or other
3. Turn off the ignition on the things to know. Positive (+)
other vehicle. Turn off the metal.
jumper cable goes to
radio, all lamps, and positive (+) battery terminal or
accessories that are not a remote positive (+) terminal if Connecting the Jumper Cables
needed in both vehicles. available. Negative () jumper
Unplug accessories from the 1. Connect the red positive (+)
cable goes to negative () jumper cable to the remote
cigarette lighter or the battery terminal or a remote
accessory power outlets. This positive (+) terminal (1) of your
negative () terminal if Volt. Do not let the other end of
avoids sparks and helps save available. Do not connect
both batteries and accessories. the cable touch metal.
positive (+) to negative () or
4. Locate the positive (+) and there will be a short that may 2. Connect the other end of the
negative () terminals on the damage the battery and other red positive (+) jumper cable to
other vehicle. parts of the vehicle. the positive (+) terminal of the
other vehicle.
5. Open the hood to locate the
positive (+) and negative () 3. Connect the black negative ()
terminals on your Volt. Open jumper cable to the
the access cover for the negative () battery terminal of
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the other vehicle battery. Do 2. Disconnect the black

not let the other end touch negative () jumper cable from
anything until the next step. the other vehicle with the good
4. Connect the other end of the battery.
black negative () jumper cable 3. Disconnect the red positive (+)
to the remote negative () jumper cable from the other
terminal (2) of your Volt. vehicle. Do not let the other
end of the cable touch anything
5. Press POWER O to start. This until after the next step.
will wake up the electronics on
the Volt. After the instrument 4. Disconnect the red positive (+)
cluster initializes, the Volt will jumper cable from the Volt.
use power from the high 5. Return the positive (+) and
voltage battery to charge the 1. Positive (+) Terminal
negative () terminal covers to
12-volt battery. The jumper 2. Negative () Terminal
their original positions.
cables can then be 1. Check the other vehicle.
disconnected. If the Volt does After starting the disabled vehicle
It must have a 12-volt battery
not start, call your dealer or and removing the jumper cables,
with a negative ground system.
allow it to idle for several minutes.
Roadside Assistance. See
Roadside Assistance Jump Starting Another Vehicle Caution
Program 0 345.
When using the Volt to jump start
Disconnecting the Jumper Cables If the other vehicle does not have
another vehicle with a run-down
battery, jumper cables are a 12-volt system with a negative
1. Disconnect the black ground, both vehicles can be
negative () jumper cable from connected directly to the positive (+)
and negative () terminals on the damaged. Only use a vehicle that
the Volt. Do not let the other has a 12-volt system with a
end of the cable touch anything 12-volt battery in the rear cargo
area. Do not use the remote negative ground for jump starting.
until after the next step.
terminals under the hood. This
could cause a fuse to overload in
the Volt.
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2. Park both vehicles close 3. Turn off both vehicles. Turn off jumper cable goes to
enough so that the jumper the radio, all lamps, and positive (+) battery terminal or
cables can reach both vehicles' accessories that are not a remote positive (+) terminal if
positive (+) and negative () needed in both vehicles. available. Negative () jumper
terminals. The vehicles must Unplug accessories from the cable goes to remote
not touch each other. It could cigarette lighter or the negative () terminal if
cause an unwanted ground accessory power outlets. This available, or a heavy,
connection that could damage avoids sparks and helps save unpainted metal engine part or
both vehicles' electrical both batteries and accessories. a solid engine ground on the
systems. 4. Locate the positive (+) and vehicle with the run-down
Put both vehicles in P (Park) negative () terminals on the battery.
for an automatic transmission vehicle with the run-down Do not connect positive (+) to
or electric drive unit. For a battery. negative () or there will be a
manual transmission, place the 5. Locate the positive (+) and short that may damage the
vehicle in Neutral and set the negative () battery terminals battery or other parts of the
parking brake. on the Volt. The 12-volt battery vehicle. Do not connect the
is under the load floor in the negative () cable to the
Caution rear cargo area. Open the negative () terminal on the
access covers for the run-down battery because this
If any accessories are left on or positive (+) terminal (1) and the can cause sparks.
plugged in during the jump negative () terminal (2).
starting procedure, they could be Caution
damaged. The repairs would not 6. Check that the jumper cables
be covered by the vehicle do not have loose or missing If the jumper cables are
insulation or a shock could connected or removed in the
warranty. Whenever possible, turn
result and the vehicles could wrong order, electrical shorting
off or unplug all accessories on
be damaged. may occur and damage the
either vehicle when jump starting.
Before connecting the jumper vehicle. The repairs would not be
cables, here are some basic (Continued)
things to know. Positive (+)
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4. Make the final connection to a 2. Disconnect the black

Caution (Continued) heavy, unpainted metal engine negative () jumper cable from
part or to the remote the Volt.
covered by the vehicle warranty. negative () terminal on the
Always connect and remove the 3. Disconnect the red positive (+)
other vehicle with the run-down jumper cable from the Volt. Do
jumper cables in the correct order, battery.
making sure that the cables do not let the other end of the
not touch each other or other 5. Press POWER O to start the cable touch anything until after
metal. Volt. This will wake up the the next step.
electronics on the Volt. The 4. Disconnect the red positive (+)
engine will only start if it is jumper cable from the other
Connecting the Jumper Cables needed. vehicle.
1. Connect the red positive (+) 6. Try to start the other vehicle 5. Return the positive (+) and
jumper cable to the positive (+) that had the run-down battery. negative () terminal covers to
terminal of the other vehicle If it will not start after a few their original positions.
with the run-down battery. Use tries, it probably needs service.
a remote positive (+) terminal if After starting the disabled vehicle
available. Do not let the other Disconnecting the Jumper Cables and removing the jumper cables,
end touch metal. 1. Disconnect the black allow it to idle for several minutes.
2. Connect the other end of the negative () jumper cable from
red positive (+) jumper cable to the other vehicle that had the
the positive (+) battery terminal run-down battery. Do not let the
of the Volt. other end of the cable touch
anything until after the
3. Connect the black negative ()
next step.
jumper cable to the
negative () battery terminal of
the Volt. Do not let the other
end touch anything until the
next step.
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Towing the Vehicle Caution
Caution Improper use of the tow eye can

cause vehicle damage. Use
Incorrectly towing a disabled caution and low speeds to
vehicle may cause damage. The prevent damage to the vehicle.
damage would not be covered by
the vehicle warranty.
Consult your dealer or a
Do not lash or hook to professional towing service if the
suspension components. Use the disabled vehicle must be towed.
proper straps around the tires to To load a vehicle onto a flatbed
secure the vehicle. carrier: 5. Screw the tow eye bolt into the
bumper.
1. The vehicle must be on a flat
Use only a flatbed tow truck for surface. The tow cable can hook into
towing a disabled vehicle. Never the tow eye bolt and pull the
use a sling type lift or damage will 2. The front tires must be properly
vehicle onto the flatbed tow
occur. Use ramps to help reduce inflated. If necessary, move a
truck.
approach angles if necessary. rear tire to the front to replace
A towed vehicle should have its a flat or damaged tire.
drive wheels off the ground. Consult If equipped, use the spare tire
a professional towing service if the to replace a flat or
disabled vehicle must be towed. damaged tire.
If the vehicle is equipped with a tow 3. Remove the tow eye bolt from
eye, only use the tow eye to pull the the rear storage area.
vehicle onto a flatbed car carrier 4. Remove the front bumper tow
from a flat road surface. Do not use eye cover.
the tow eye to pull the vehicle from
snow, mud, or sand.
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To tow the vehicle behind another

vehicle for recreational purposes,
such as behind a motor home, see
Recreational Vehicle Towing 0 312.
Recreational Vehicle
Towing
Recreational vehicle towing refers to
towing the vehicle behind another
vehicle such as a motor home. The
two most common types of
8. If the car is parked at an angle recreational vehicle towing are
6. Ramps are required for the known as dinghy towing and dolly
front fascia to clear the flatbed. so that the front toe eye cannot
be accessed, wrap a tow strap towing. Dinghy towing is towing the
around both of the rear trailing vehicle with all four wheels on the
Caution arms and pull the vehicle onto ground. Dolly towing is towing the
a flat surface. Do not wrap the vehicle with two wheels on the
If ramps are not used, the front ground and two wheels up on a
fascia will come into contact with tow strap around the rear
torque tube. device known as a dolly.
the flatbed and may cause
damage. Always use ramps. Here are some important things to
Caution consider before recreational vehicle
towing:
7. Use the proper nylon strap When using tow straps to move . The towing capacity of the
harnesses around the tires to the vehicle, damage may occur if towing vehicle. Read the tow
secure them to the flatbed car the tow straps contact the rear vehicle manufacturer's
carrier. fascia. Do not let the tow straps recommendations.
contact the rear fascia.
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. How far the vehicle can be Dinghy Towing towed, a dolly should be used. See
towed. Some vehicles have the information on dolly towing
restrictions on how far and how following.
long they can tow.
Dolly Towing from the Front
. Whether the vehicle has the
proper towing equipment. See
your dealer or trailering
professional for additional advice
and equipment
recommendations.
. Whether the vehicle is ready to
be towed. Just as preparing the
vehicle for a long trip, make sure
the vehicle is prepared to be
towed. Caution
Caution If the vehicle is towed with all four
wheels on the ground, the drive The vehicle can be towed from the
Use of a shield mounted in front unit could be damaged. Repairs front using a dolly. To tow the
of the vehicle grille could restrict would not be covered by the vehicle using a dolly:
airflow and cause damage to the vehicle warranty. Do not tow the
electric drive unit. The repairs 1. Attach the dolly to the tow
vehicle with all four wheels on the vehicle following the dolly
would not be covered by the ground. manufacturer's instructions.
vehicle warranty. If using a shield,
only use one that attaches to the 2. Drive the front wheels onto the
towing vehicle. The vehicle was not designed to be dolly.
towed with all four wheels on the
ground. If the vehicle must be 3. Put the shift lever in P (Park).
4. Set the parking brake and turn
the vehicle off.
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5. Clamp the steering wheel in a Dolly Towing from the Rear Appearance Care
straight-ahead position with a
clamping device designed for
towing. Exterior Care
Locks
Locks are lubricated at the factory.
Use a de-icing agent only when
absolutely necessary, and have the
locks greased after using. See
Recommended Fluids and
6. Secure the vehicle to the dolly Lubricants 0 334.
with a lash over the tire. Do not Washing the Vehicle
lash though the wheel.
To preserve the vehicle's finish,
7. Release the parking brake. wash it often and out of direct
Caution
8. Check for adequate rear fascia sunlight.
to ground clearance. Towing the vehicle from the rear,
with the front wheels on the Caution
ground, could damage the drive
unit, and front fascia. Do not tow Do not use petroleum-based,
the vehicle from the rear with the acidic, or abrasive cleaning
front wheels on the ground. agents as they can damage the
vehicle's paint, metal, or plastic
parts. If damage occurs, it would
not be covered by the vehicle
warranty. Approved cleaning
products can be obtained from
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have the damage assessed and

Caution (Continued) Caution (Continued) repaired. Foreign materials such as
calcium chloride and other salts, ice
your dealer. Follow all This could cause damage that melting agents, road oil and tar, tree
manufacturer directions regarding would not be covered by the sap, bird droppings, chemicals from
correct product usage, necessary vehicle warranty. industrial chimneys, etc., can
safety precautions, and damage the vehicle's finish if they
appropriate disposal of any If using an automatic car wash, remain on painted surfaces. Wash
vehicle care product. follow the car wash instructions. The the vehicle as soon as possible.
windshield wiper and rear window If necessary, use non-abrasive
wiper, if equipped, must be off. cleaners that are marked safe for
Caution Remove any accessories that may painted surfaces to remove foreign
be damaged or interfere with the car matter.
Avoid using high-pressure wash equipment. Occasional hand waxing or mild
washes closer than 30 cm (12 in)
Rinse the vehicle well, before polishing should be done to remove
to the surface of the vehicle. Use residue from the paint finish. See
of power washers exceeding washing and after, to remove all
cleaning agents completely. If they your dealer for approved cleaning
8,274 kPa (1,200 psi) can result products.
are allowed to dry on the surface,
in damage or removal of paint
they could stain. Do not apply waxes or polishes to
and decals.
Dry the finish with a soft, clean uncoated plastic, vinyl, rubber,
chamois or an all-cotton towel to decals, simulated wood, or flat paint
avoid surface scratches and water as damage can occur.
Caution
spotting.
Do not power wash any Caution
Finish Care
component under the hood that
Application of aftermarket clearcoat Machine compounding or
has this e symbol.
sealant/wax materials is not aggressive polishing on a
(Continued) recommended. If painted surfaces basecoat/clearcoat paint finish
are damaged, see your dealer to (Continued)
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The bright metal moldings on the Front Air Deflector

Caution (Continued) vehicle are aluminum, chrome or
stainless steel. To prevent damage
may damage it. Use only always follow these cleaning
non-abrasive waxes and polishes instructions:
that are made for a basecoat/
clearcoat paint finish on the . Be sure the molding is cool to
vehicle. the touch before applying any
cleaning solution.
. Use only approved cleaning
To keep the paint finish looking new,
keep the vehicle garaged or solutions for aluminum, chrome
covered whenever possible. or stainless steel. Some
cleaners are highly acidic or
Protecting Exterior Bright Metal contain alkaline substances and
Moldings can damage the moldings. With Tabs Shown, Without Tabs
. Always dilute a concentrated Similar
Caution cleaner according to the
1. Outer Air Deflector
manufacturers instructions.
Failure to clean and protect the 2. Inner Air Deflector
bright metal moldings can result . Do not use cleaners that are not 3. Tab
in a hazy white finish or pitting. intended for automotive use. 4. Slot
This damage would not be . Use a nonabrasive wax on the The front air deflector directs the
covered by the vehicle warranty. vehicle after washing to protect airflow under the vehicle.
and extend the molding finish.
If the air deflector has tabs and they
become detached, insert the tab
into the slot. Repeat for the
other side.
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Cleaning Exterior Lamps/ . Aftermarket appearance caps or Shutter System

Lenses, Emblems, Decals, and covers while the lamps are
Stripes illuminated, due to excessive
heat generated.
Use only lukewarm or cold water, a
soft cloth, and a car washing soap
to clean exterior lamps, lenses Caution
emblems, decals, and stripes. Failure to clean lamps properly
Follow instructions under "Washing can cause damage to the lamp
the Vehicle" previously in this
cover that would not be covered
section.
by the vehicle warranty.
Lamp covers are made of plastic,
and some have a UV protective
coating. Do not clean or wipe them Caution
while they are dry.
The vehicle may have a shutter
Do not use any of the following on Using wax on low gloss black system designed to help increase
lamp covers: finish stripes can increase the fuel economy. Keep the shutter
gloss level and create a system clean for proper operation.
. Abrasive or caustic agents.
non-uniform finish. Clean low
. Washer fluids and other cleaning gloss stripes with soap and Windshield and Wiper Blades
agents in higher concentrations water only. Clean the outside of the windshield
than suggested by the with glass cleaner.
manufacturer.
Air Intakes Clean rubber blades using lint-free
. Solvents, alcohols, fuels,
Clear debris from the air intakes, cloth or paper towel soaked with
or other harsh cleaners. windshield washer fluid or a mild
between the hood and windshield,
. Ice scrapers or other hard items. when washing the vehicle. detergent. Wash the windshield
thoroughly when cleaning the
blades. Bugs, road grime, sap, and
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318 Vehicle Care
a buildup of vehicle wash/wax

treatments may cause wiper Caution Caution (Continued)
streaking.
Using petroleum-based tire chlorides are used on roads for
Replace the wiper blades if they are dressing products on the vehicle conditions such as ice and dust.
worn or damaged. Damage can be may damage the paint finish and/ Always wash the chrome with
caused by extreme dusty or tires. When applying a tire soap and water after exposure.
conditions, sand, salt, heat, sun, dressing, always wipe off any
snow, and ice. overspray from all painted
Weatherstrips surfaces on the vehicle. Caution
Apply Dielectric silicone grease on To avoid surface damage, do not
weatherstrips to make them last Wheels and Trim Aluminum use strong soaps, chemicals,
longer, seal better, and not stick or or Chrome abrasive polishes, cleaners,
squeak. Lubricate weatherstrips at brushes, or cleaners that contain
Use a soft, clean cloth with mild
least once a year. Hot, dry climates
soap and water to clean the wheels. acid on aluminum or
may require more frequent
After rinsing thoroughly with clean chrome-plated wheels. Use only
application. Black marks from
water, dry with a soft, clean towel. approved cleaners. Also, never
rubber material on painted surfaces
A wax may then be applied. drive a vehicle with aluminum or
can be removed by rubbing with a
clean cloth. See Recommended chrome-plated wheels through an
Fluids and Lubricants 0 334. Caution automatic car wash that uses
silicone carbide tire cleaning
Tires Chrome wheels and other chrome brushes. Damage could occur
Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to trim may be damaged if the and the repairs would not be
clean the tires. vehicle is not washed after driving covered by the vehicle warranty.
on roads that have been sprayed
with magnesium, calcium,
or sodium chloride. These
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Vehicle Care 319
Brake System weatherstrips with a clean cloth will Original manufacturer replacement
make them last longer, seal better, parts will provide the corrosion
Visually inspect brake lines and
and not stick or squeak. protection while maintaining the
hoses for proper hook-up, binding,
vehicle warranty.
leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect Underbody Maintenance
disc brake pads for wear and rotors Finish Damage
for surface condition. Inspect drum At least twice a year, spring and fall,
brake linings/shoes for wear or use plain water to flush dirt and Quickly repair minor chips and
cracks. Inspect all other brake parts. debris from the vehicle's underbody. scratches with touch-up materials
Your dealer or an underbody car available from your dealer to avoid
Steering, Suspension, and washing system can do this. If not corrosion. Larger areas of finish
Chassis Components removed, rust and corrosion can damage can be corrected in your
develop. 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. Refer to 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, hatch/liftgate hinges, repair shop applies anti-corrosion Immediately remove any soils.
and the steel fuel door hinge unless material to parts repaired or Newspapers or dark garments can
the components are plastic. replaced to restore corrosion transfer color to the vehicles
Applying silicone grease on protection. interior.
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Use a soft bristle brush to remove . Never rub any surface

dust from knobs and crevices on the aggressively or with too much Caution
instrument cluster. Using a mild pressure.
soap solution, immediately remove To prevent scratching, never use
. Do not use laundry detergents or abrasive cleaners on automotive
hand lotions, sunscreen, and insect dishwashing soaps with
repellent from all interior surfaces or glass. Abrasive cleaners or
degreasers. For liquid cleaners, aggressive cleaning may damage
permanent damage may result. use approximately 20 drops per the rear window defogger.
Use cleaners specifically designed 3.8 L (1 gal) of water.
for the surfaces being cleaned to A concentrated soap solution will
prevent permanent damage. Apply create streaks and attract dirt. Cleaning the windshield with water
all cleaners directly to the cleaning Do not use solutions that contain during the first three to six months
cloth. Do not spray cleaners on any strong or caustic soap. of ownership will reduce tendency
switches or controls. Remove to fog.
. Do not heavily saturate the
cleaners quickly. upholstery when cleaning. Speaker Covers
Before using cleaners, read and . Do not use solvents or cleaners Vacuum around a speaker cover
follow all safety instructions on the containing solvents.
label. While cleaning the interior, gently, so that the speaker will not
be damaged. Clean spots with water
open the doors and windows to get Interior Glass and mild soap.
proper ventilation.
To clean, use a terry cloth fabric
To prevent damage, do not clean dampened with water. Wipe droplets Coated Moldings
the interior using the following left behind with a clean dry cloth. Coated moldings should be cleaned.
cleaners or techniques: If necessary, use a commercial
. When lightly soiled, wipe with a
. Never use a razor or any other glass cleaner after cleaning with
plain water. sponge or soft, lint-free cloth
sharp object to remove soil from dampened with water.
any interior surface.
. When heavily soiled, use warm
. Never use a brush with stiff soapy water.
bristles.
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Vehicle Care 321
Fabric/Carpet/Suede to a clean area frequently to dirt that can scratch the surface.
prevent forcing the soil in to the Then gently clean by rubbing with a
Start by vacuuming the surface
fabric. microfiber cloth. Never use window
using a soft brush attachment. If a
4. Continue gently rubbing the cleaners or solvents. Periodically
rotating vacuum brush attachment is
soiled area until there is no hand wash the microfiber cloth
being used, only use it on the floor
longer any color transfer from separately, using mild soap. Do not
carpet. Before cleaning, gently
the soil to the cleaning cloth. use bleach or fabric softener. Rinse
remove as much of the soil as
thoroughly and air dry before
possible: 5. If the soil is not completely next use.
. Gently blot liquids with a paper removed, use a mild soap
towel. Continue blotting until no solution followed only by plain Caution
more soil can be removed. water.
. For solid soils, remove as much If the soil is not completely Do not attach a device with a
as possible prior to vacuuming. removed, it may be necessary to suction cup to the display. This
use a commercial upholstery may cause damage and would
To clean: not be covered by the vehicle
cleaner or spot lifter. Test a small
1. Saturate a clean, lint-free hidden area for colorfastness before warranty.
colorfast cloth with water. using a commercial upholstery
Microfiber cloth is cleaner or spot lifter. If ring
recommended to prevent lint formation occurs, clean the entire Instrument Panel, Leather,
transfer to the fabric or carpet. fabric or carpet. Vinyl, Other Plastic Surfaces,
Low Gloss Paint Surfaces, and
2. Remove excess moisture by After cleaning, use a paper towel to
gently wringing until water does
Natural Open Pore Wood
blot excess moisture.
not drip from the cleaning cloth. Surfaces
Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces Use a soft microfiber cloth
3. Start on the outside edge of the and Vehicle Information and
soil and gently rub toward the dampened with water to remove
Radio Displays dust and loose dirt. For a more
center. Fold the cleaning cloth
Use a microfiber cloth on high gloss thorough cleaning, use a soft
surfaces or vehicle displays. First, microfiber cloth dampened with a
use a soft bristle brush to remove mild soap solution.
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Caution Caution { Warning

Soaking or saturating leather, Use of air fresheners may cause Do not bleach or dye safety belt
especially perforated leather, as permanent damage to plastics webbing. It may severely weaken
well as other interior surfaces, and painted surfaces. If an air the webbing. In a crash, they
may cause permanent damage. freshener comes in contact with might not be able to provide
Wipe excess moisture from these any plastic or painted surface in adequate protection. Clean and
surfaces after cleaning and allow the vehicle, blot immediately and rinse safety belt webbing only
them to dry naturally. Never use clean with a soft cloth dampened with mild soap and lukewarm
heat, steam, or spot removers. Do with a mild soap solution. water. Allow the webbing to dry.
not use cleaners that contain Damage caused by air fresheners
silicone or wax-based products. would not be covered by the
Cleaners containing these vehicle warranty. Floor Mats
solvents can permanently change
the appearance and feel of
Cargo Cover and
{ Warning
leather or soft trim, and are not
Convenience Net If a floor mat is the wrong size or
recommended.
Wash with warm water and mild is not properly installed, it can
detergent. Do not use chlorine interfere with the pedals.
Do not use cleaners that increase bleach. Rinse with cold water, and Interference with the pedals can
gloss, especially on the instrument then dry completely. cause unintended acceleration
panel. Reflected glare can decrease and/or increased stopping
visibility through the windshield Care of Safety Belts distance which can cause a crash
under certain conditions. and injury. Make sure the floor
Keep belts clean and dry.
mat does not interfere with the
pedals.
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Use the following guidelines for Removing and Replacing the

proper floor mat usage: Floor Mats
. The original equipment floor Pull up on the rear of the floor mat
mats were designed for your to unlock each retainer and remove.
vehicle. If the floor mats need
replacing, it is recommended
that GM certified floor mats be
purchased. Non-GM floor mats
may not fit properly and may
interfere with the pedals. 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 Reinstall by lining up the floor mat
it over. retainer openings over the carpet
. Do not place anything on top of retainers and snap into position.
the driver side floor mat. Make sure the floor mat is properly
. Use only a single floor mat on secured in place.
the driver side. Verify the floor mat does not
. Do not place one floor mat on interfere with the pedals.
top of another.
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324 Service and Maintenance
Service and General Information Your dealer recognizes the

importance of providing
Maintenance Your vehicle is an important
investment. This section describes
competitively priced maintenance
and repair services. With trained
the required maintenance for the technicians, the dealer is the place
General Information vehicle. Follow this schedule to help for routine maintenance such as oil
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 324 protect against major repair changes and tire rotations and
expenses resulting from neglect or additional maintenance items like
Maintenance Schedule inadequate maintenance. It may tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . 326 also help to maintain the value of blades.
the vehicle if it is sold. It is the
Special Application Services responsibility of the owner to have
Special Application Caution
all required maintenance performed.
Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331
Your dealer has trained technicians Damage caused by improper
Additional Maintenance who can perform required maintenance can lead to costly
and Care maintenance using genuine repairs and may not be covered
Additional Maintenance replacement parts. They have by the vehicle warranty.
and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331 up-to-date tools and equipment for Maintenance intervals, checks,
fast and accurate diagnostics. Many inspections, recommended fluids,
Recommended Fluids, dealers have extended evening and and lubricants are important to
Lubricants, and Parts Saturday hours, courtesy keep the vehicle in good working
Recommended Fluids and transportation, and online condition.
Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334 scheduling to assist with service
Maintenance Replacement needs.
Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 335
Maintenance Records
Maintenance Records . . . . . . . . 336
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Service and Maintenance 325
The Tire Rotation and Required . Are driven on reasonable road . Used for taxi, police, or delivery
Services are the responsibility of the surfaces within legal driving service.
vehicle owner. It is recommended to limits. Refer to the information in the
have your dealer perform these . Use the recommended fuel. See Maintenance Schedule Additional
services every 12 000 km/7,500 mi. Fuel 0 230. Required Services - Severe chart.
Proper vehicle maintenance helps to
keep the vehicle in good working Refer to the information in the
condition, improves fuel economy, Maintenance Schedule Additional { Warning
and reduces vehicle emissions. Required Services - Normal chart.
Performing maintenance work can
Because of the way people use The Additional Required Services - be dangerous and can cause
vehicles, maintenance needs vary. Severe are for vehicles that are: serious injury. Perform
There may need to be more . Mainly driven in heavy city traffic maintenance work only if the
frequent checks and services. The in hot weather. required information, proper tools,
Additional Required Services - and equipment are available.
Normal are for vehicles that: . Mainly driven in hilly or
mountainous terrain. If they are not, see your dealer to
. Carry passengers and cargo have a trained technician do the
within recommended limits on . Frequently towing a trailer.
work. See Doing Your Own
the Tire and Loading Information . Used for high speed or Service Work 0 239.
label. See Vehicle Load competitive driving.
Limits 0 171.
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Maintenance Engine Oil Change Tire Rotation and Required

Every 24 months or when the Services Every 12 000 km/
Schedule CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON 7,500 mi
Owner Checks and Services message displays, change the Rotate the tires, if recommended for
engine oil and filter as soon as the vehicle, and perform the
At Each Fuel Stop possible, within the next 1 000 km/ following services. See Tire
. Check the engine oil level. See 600 mi. The engine oil and filter Rotation 0 284.
Engine Oil 0 243. must be changed at least once
. Check engine oil level and oil
every 24 months. After each oil and
Once a Month filter change, the oil life system must life percentage. If needed,
. Check the tire inflation be reset. See Engine Oil Life change engine oil and filter, and
System 0 245. More frequent reset oil life system. See Engine
pressures. See Tire
changes may be required when the Oil 0 243 and Engine Oil Life
Pressure 0 278.
vehicle is exposed to a corrosive System 0 245.
. Inspect the tires for wear. See
environment, such as areas of high . Check engine coolant level. See
Tire Inspection 0 284. humidity, along an ocean coast, Engine Coolant 0 250.
. Check the windshield washer and/or areas that apply road salt . Check windshield washer fluid
fluid level. See Washer during winter.
level. See Washer Fluid 0 253.
Fluid 0 253. Your trained dealer technician can . Visually inspect windshield wiper
. Engine, power electronics, and perform this work. If the engine oil
blades for wear, cracking,
high voltage battery pack life system is reset accidentally,
or contamination. See Exterior
coolant level checks. See service the vehicle within 5 000 km/
Care 0 314. Replace worn or
Cooling System (Engine) 0 248 3,000 mi since the last service.
damaged wiper blades. See
or Cooling System (High Voltage Reset the oil life system when the
Wiper Blade
Battery) 0 248 or Cooling oil is changed.
Replacement 0 258.
System (Power Electronics and
Charger Modules) 0 249. . Check tire inflation pressures.
See Tire Pressure 0 278.
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. Inspect tire wear. See Tire . Visually inspect fuel system for . Check accelerator pedal for
Inspection 0 284. damage or leaks. damage, high effort, or binding.
. Visually check for fluid leaks. . Visually inspect exhaust system Replace if needed.
. and nearby heat shields for . Visually inspect gas strut for
Inspect engine air cleaner filter.
See Engine Air Cleaner/ loose or damaged parts. signs of wear, cracks, or other
Filter 0 246. . Lubricate body components. See damage. Check the hold open
Exterior Care 0 314. ability of the strut. See your
. Inspect brake system. See dealer if service is required.
Exterior Care 0 314. . Check electric drive unit shift
. Check tire sealant expiration
. Visually inspect steering, lock control function. See
Electric Drive Unit Shift Lock date, if equipped. See Tire
suspension, and chassis Sealant and Compressor
components for damaged, loose, Control Function Check 0 258.
Kit 0 293.
or missing parts or signs of . Check parking brake and electric
wear. See Exterior Care 0 314. drive unit mechanism. See Park
. Check restraint system Brake and P (Park) Mechanism
components. See Safety System Check 0 258.
Check 0 62.
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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) @ @ @
Change electric drive unit fluid. @
Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark plug wires. @
Drain and fill engine, power electronics, and high
voltage battery cooling systems. (4)
@
Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (5) @
Replace brake fluid. (6)
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Footnotes Maintenance (2) Check all fuel and vapor lines (5) Or every 10 years, whichever
Schedule Additional Required and hoses for proper hook-up, comes first. Inspect for fraying,
Services - Normal routing, and condition. excessive cracking, or damage;
(1) Or every two years, whichever (3) Or every four years, whichever replace, if needed.
comes first. More frequent comes first. If driving in dusty (6) Replace brake fluid every five
passenger compartment air filter conditions, inspect the filter at each years. See Brake Fluid 0 254.
replacement may be needed if oil change or more often as needed.
driving in areas with heavy traffic, (4) Or every five years, whichever
poor air quality, high dust levels, comes first. See Cooling System
or environmental allergens. (Engine) 0 248 or Cooling System
Passenger compartment air filter (High Voltage Battery) 0 248 or
replacement may also be needed if Cooling System (Power Electronics
there is reduced airflow, window and Charger Modules) 0 249.
fogging, or odors. Your GM dealer
can help determine when to replace
the filter.
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1 2 0 0 0 k m/7 ,5 0 0 mi
2 4 0 0 0 k m/1 5 ,0 0 0 mi
3 6 0 0 0 k m/2 2 ,5 0 0 mi
4 8 0 0 0 k m/3 0 ,0 0 0 mi
6 0 0 0 0 k m/3 7 ,5 0 0 mi
7 2 0 0 0 k m/4 5 ,0 0 0 mi
8 4 0 0 0 k m/5 2 ,5 0 0 mi
9 6 0 0 0 k m/6 0 ,0 0 0 mi
1 0 8 0 0 0 k m/6 7 ,5 0 0 mi
1 2 0 0 0 0 k m/7 5 ,0 0 0 mi
1 3 2 0 0 0 k m/8 2 ,5 0 0 mi
1 4 4 0 0 0 k m/9 0 ,0 0 0 mi
1 5 6 0 0 0 k m/9 7 ,5 0 0 mi
1 6 8 0 0 0 k m/1 0 5 ,0 0 0 mi
1 8 0 0 0 0 k m/11 2 ,5 0 0 mi
1 9 2 0 0 0 k m/1 2 0 ,0 0 0 mi
2 0 4 0 0 0 k m/1 2 7 ,5 0 0 mi
2 1 6 0 0 0 k m/1 3 5 ,0 0 0 mi
2 2 8 0 0 0 k m/1 4 2 ,5 0 0 mi
2 4 0 0 0 0 k m/1 5 0 ,0 0 0 mi
Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required
Services - Severe
Rotate tires and perform Required Services.
Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @
Change engine oil and filter, if needed.
Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) @ @ @ @ @ @
Inspect evaporative control system. (2) @ @ @
Replace engine air cleaner filter. (3) @ @ @
Change electric drive unit fluid. @ @ @
Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark plug wires. @
Drain and fill engine, power electronics, and high
voltage battery cooling systems. (4)
@
Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (5) @
Replace brake fluid. (6)
Footnotes Maintenance or environmental allergens. (2) Check all fuel and vapor lines
Schedule Additional Required Passenger compartment air filter and hoses for proper hook-up,
Services - Severe replacement may also be needed if routing, and condition.
(1) Or every two years, whichever there is reduced airflow, window (3) Or every four years, whichever
comes first. More frequent fogging, or odors. Your GM dealer comes first. If driving in dusty
passenger compartment air filter can help determine when to replace conditions, inspect the filter at each
replacement may be needed if the filter. oil change or more often as needed.
driving in areas with heavy traffic,
poor air quality, high dust levels,
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(4) Or every five years, whichever Special Application Additional

comes first. See Cooling System
(Engine) 0 248 or Cooling System Services Maintenance and Care
(High Voltage Battery) 0 248 or . Severe Commercial Use Your vehicle is an important
Cooling System (Power Electronics
Vehicles Only: Lubricate chassis investment and caring for it properly
and Charger Modules) 0 249.
components every 5 000 km/ may help to avoid future costly
(5) Or every 10 years, whichever 3,000 mi. repairs. To maintain vehicle
comes first. Inspect for fraying, . performance, additional
Have underbody flushing service
excessive cracking, or damage; maintenance services may be
performed. See "Underbody
replace, if needed. required.
Maintenance" in Exterior
(6) Replace brake fluid every five Care 0 314. It is recommended that your dealer
years. See Brake Fluid 0 254. 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.
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The following list is intended to Brakes Hoses

explain the services and conditions Brakes stop the vehicle and are Hoses transport fluids and should
to look for that may indicate crucial to safe driving. be regularly inspected to ensure
services are required. that there are no cracks or leaks.
. Signs of brake wear may include
Battery chirping, grinding, or squealing With a multi-point inspection, your
noises, or difficulty stopping. dealer can inspect the hoses and
The 12-volt battery supplies power advise if replacement is needed.
to start the engine and operate any . Trained dealer technicians have
additional electrical accessories. access to tools and equipment Lamps
. To avoid break-down or failure to to inspect the brakes and Properly working headlamps,
start the vehicle, maintain a recommend quality parts taillamps, and brake lamps are
battery with full cranking power. engineered for the vehicle. important to see and be seen on
. Trained dealer technicians have Fluids the road.
the diagnostic equipment to test . Signs that the headlamps need
Proper fluid levels and approved
the battery and ensure that the fluids protect the vehicles systems attention include dimming, failure
connections and cables are and components. See to light, cracking, or damage.
corrosion-free. Recommended Fluids and The brake lamps need to be
Lubricants 0 334 for GM approved checked periodically to ensure
Belts that they light when braking.
fluids.
. Belts may need replacing if they . With a multi-point inspection,
squeak or show signs of . Engine oil and windshield
washer fluid levels should be your dealer can check the lamps
cracking or splitting. and note any concerns.
checked at every fuel fill.
. Trained dealer technicians have
access to tools and equipment . Instrument cluster lights may
to inspect the belts and come on to indicate that fluids
recommend adjustment or may be low and need to be
replacement when necessary. filled.
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Shocks and Struts . Trained dealer technicians can Windshield

Shocks and struts help aid in control inspect and recommend the right For safety, appearance, and the
for a smoother ride. tires. Your dealer can also best viewing, keep the windshield
provide tire/wheel balancing clean and clear.
. Signs of wear may include services to ensure smooth
steering wheel vibration, bounce/ vehicle operation at all speeds. . Signs of damage include
sway while braking, longer Your dealer sells and services scratches, cracks, and chips.
stopping distance, or uneven name brand tires. . Trained dealer technicians can
tire wear. inspect the windshield and
Vehicle Care
. As part of the multi-point recommend proper replacement
inspection, trained dealer To help keep the vehicle looking like if needed.
technicians can visually inspect new, vehicle care products are
the shocks and struts for signs available from your dealer. For Wiper Blades
of leaking, blown seals, information on how to clean and Wiper blades need to be cleaned
or damage, and can advise protect the vehicles interior and and kept in good condition to
when service is needed. exterior, see Interior Care 0 319 and provide a clear view.
Tires . Signs of wear include streaking,
Wheel Alignment skipping across the windshield,
Tires need to be properly inflated, and worn or split rubber.
rotated, and balanced. Maintaining Wheel alignment is critical for
the tires can save money and fuel, ensuring that the tires deliver . Trained dealer technicians can
and can reduce the risk of tire optimal wear and performance. check the wiper blades and
failure. . Signs that the alignment may replace them when needed.
. Signs that the tires need to be need to be adjusted include
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.
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Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts

Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Engine Oil Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity
grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. See Engine
Oil 0 243.
Engine Cooling System Premix DEX-COOL (GM Part No. 12378390, in Canada 10953456). See
Engine Coolant 0 250.
High Voltage Battery Cooling System Premix DEX-COOL (GM Part No. 12378390, in Canada 10953456).
Power Electronics Cooling System Premix DEX-COOL (GM Part No. 12378390, in Canada 10953456).
Brake Hydraulic System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 19299818, in
Canada 19299819).
Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection
requirements.
Electric Drive Unit DEXRON-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Key Lock Cylinders, Hood and Hatch 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.
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Maintenance Replacement Parts

Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer.
Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 20871244 A3148C
Cabin Air Filter 13508023 CF185
Engine Oil Filter 12670058 UPF64R
Spark Plugs 12637197 41-124
Wiper Blades
Left 65 cm (25.6 in) 23251330
Right 65 cm (25.6 in) 23251332
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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 337
Technical Data Vehicle Identification Engine Identification

The eighth character in the VIN is
Vehicle Identification the engine code. This code
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) identifies the vehicle's engine,
Vehicle Identification specifications, and replacement
Number (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 337 parts. See Engine Specifications
Service Parts Identification under Capacities and Specifications
Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 337 0 338 for the vehicle's engine code.
Vehicle Data
Capacities and
Service Parts
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 338 Identification Label
Engine Drive Belt Routing . . . . 340 This label, on the inside of the glove
This legal identifier is in the front
corner of the instrument panel, on box, has the following information:
the left side of the vehicle. It can be . Vehicle Identification
seen through the windshield from Number (VIN).
outside. The VIN also appears on
the Vehicle Certification and Service . Model designation.
Parts labels and certificates of title . Paint information.
and registration. . Production options and special
equipment.
Do not remove this label from the
vehicle.
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338 Technical Data
Vehicle Data
Capacities and Specifications
The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. Refer to Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants 0 334 for more information.
Capacities
Application
Metric English
Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge
type and amount, see the refrigerant label under
the hood. See your dealer for more information.
Cooling Systems
Engine 7.0 L 7.4 qt
High Voltage Battery 4.2 L 4.5 qt
Power Electronics 4.8 L 5.0 qt
Engine Oil with Filter 4.0 L 4.2 qt
Fuel Tank 33.7 L 8.9 gal
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Technical Data 339
Capacities
Application
Metric English
Electric Drive Unit 6.75 L 7.13 qt
Wheel Nut Torque 140 Y 100 lb ft
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this
manual.
Engine Specifications
Engine VIN Code Electric Drive Unit Spark Plug Gap
1.5L L4 5 Automatic 0.800.90 mm (0.031
0.035 in)
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340 Technical Data
Engine Drive Belt Routing

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Customer Information 341
Customer Reporting Safety Defects

Reporting Safety Defects to
Customer Information
Information the United States
Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352 Customer Satisfaction
Reporting Safety Defects to Procedure
Customer Information the Canadian Your satisfaction and goodwill are
Customer Satisfaction Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352 important to your dealer and to
Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 341 Reporting Safety Defects to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns
Customer Assistance General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352
with the sales transaction or the
Offices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343 Vehicle Data Recording and operation of the vehicle will be
Customer Assistance for Text resolved by your dealer's sales or
Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . . 344
Privacy
Vehicle Data Recording and service departments. Sometimes,
Online Owner Center . . . . . . . . . 344 however, despite the best intentions
GM Mobility Reimbursement Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353
Event Data Recorders . . . . . . . . 353 of all concerned, misunderstandings
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345 can occur. If your concern has not
Roadside Assistance OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 354
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . 354 been resolved to your satisfaction,
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345 the following steps should be taken:
Scheduling Service
Appointments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347 STEP ONE : Discuss your concern
Courtesy Transportation with a member of dealership
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347 management. Normally, concerns
Collision Damage Repair . . . . . 348 can be quickly resolved at that level.
Service Publications Ordering If the matter has already been
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350 reviewed with the sales, service,
Radio Frequency or parts manager, contact the owner
Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 351 of your dealership or the general
manager.
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342 Customer Information
STEP TWO : If after contacting a When contacting Chevrolet, 40 days. If you do not agree with the
member of dealership management, remember that your concern will decision given in your case, you
it appears your concern cannot be likely be resolved at a dealer's may reject it and proceed with any
resolved by your dealership without facility. That is why we suggest other venue for relief available
further help, in the U.S., call the following Step One first. to you.
Chevrolet Customer Assistance STEP THREE U.S. Owners : You may contact the BBB Auto Line
Center at 1-877-486-5846. In Both General Motors and your Program using the toll-free
Canada, call General Motors of dealer are committed to making telephone number or write them at
Canada Customer Care Centre at sure you are completely satisfied the following address:
1-800-263-3777 (English), with the new vehicle. However,
or 1-800-263-7854 (French). BBB Auto Line Program
if you continue to remain unsatisfied Council of Better Business
We encourage you to call the after following the procedure Bureaus, Inc.
toll-free number in order to give the outlined in Steps One and Two, you 3033 Wilson Boulevard
inquiry prompt attention. Have the can file with the Better Business Suite 600 , Arlington, VA 22201
following information available to Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program Telephone: 1-800-955-5100
give the Customer Assistance to enforce your rights. http://www.bbb.org/council/
representative: The BBB Auto Line Program is an programs-services/
. Vehicle Identification Number out-of-court program administered dispute-handling-and-resolution/
(VIN). This is available from the by the Council of Better Business bbb-auto-line
vehicle registration or title, or the Bureaus to settle automotive This program is available in all
plate at the top left of the disputes regarding vehicle repairs or 50 states and the District of
instrument panel and visible the interpretation of the New Vehicle Columbia. Eligibility is limited by
through the windshield. Limited Warranty. Although you may vehicle age, mileage, and other
. Dealership name and location. be required to resort to this informal factors. General Motors reserves
dispute resolution program prior to the right to change eligibility
. Vehicle delivery date and filing a court action, use of the
present mileage. limitations and/or discontinue its
program is free of charge and your participation in this program.
case will generally be heard within
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STEP THREE Canadian For further information concerning Customer Assistance

Owners : In the event that you do eligibility in the Canadian Motor
not feel your concerns have been Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP),
Offices
addressed after following the call toll-free 1-800-207-0685, or call Chevrolet encourages customers to
procedure outlined in Steps One the General Motors Customer Care call the toll-free number for
and Two, General Motors of Canada Centre, 1-800-263-3777 (English), assistance. However, if a customer
Company wants you to be aware of 1-800-263-7854 (French), wishes to write or e-mail Chevrolet,
its participation in a no-charge or write to: the letter should be addressed to:
Mediation/Arbitration Program. The Mediation/Arbitration Program
General Motors of Canada United States and Puerto Rico
c/o Customer Care Centre
Company has committed to binding General Motors of Canada Chevrolet Motor Division
arbitration of owner disputes Company Chevrolet Customer Assistance
involving factory-related vehicle Mail Code: CA1-163-005 Center
service claims. The program 1908 Colonel Sam Drive P.O. Box 33170
provides for the review of the facts Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Detroit, MI 48232-5170
involved by an impartial third party www.Chevrolet.com
arbiter, and may include an informal The inquiry should be accompanied
hearing before the arbiter. The by the Vehicle Identification 1-877-486-5846
program is designed so that the Number (VIN). 1-800-833-2438 (For Text
entire dispute settlement process, Telephone Devices (TTYs))
from the time you file your complaint Roadside Assistance:
to the final decision, should be 1-888-811-1926
completed in about 70 days. We From U.S. Virgin Islands:
believe our impartial program offers 1-800-496-9994
advantages over courts in most
jurisdictions because it is informal,
quick, and free of charge.
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Canada the U.S. can communicate with r : Track your vehicles warranty
Chevrolet by dialing: information.
General Motors of Canada
1-800-833-2438. TTY users in
Company
Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830. J : View active recalls by Vehicle
Customer Care Centre, Identification Number (VIN). See
Mail Code: CA1-163-005 Vehicle Identification Number
1908 Colonel Sam Drive Online Owner Center (VIN) 0 337.
Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Online Owner Experience
www.gm.ca H : View GM Card, SiriusXM
(U.S.) my.chevrolet.com Satellite radio (if equipped), and
1-800-263-3777 (English) OnStar account information.
The Chevrolet online owner
1-800-263-7854 (French)
1-800-263-3830 (For Text
experience allows interaction with F : Chat with online help
Chevrolet and keeps important representatives.
Telephone devices (TTYs))
vehicle-specific information in one
Roadside Assistance: See my.chevrolet.com to register
place.
1-800-268-6800 your vehicle.
Membership Benefits
Overseas Chevrolet Owner Centre
E : Download owner manuals and (Canada) chevroletowner.ca
Please contact the local General view vehicle-specific how-to videos.
Motors Business Unit. Visit the Chevrolet Owner Centre:
G: View maintenance schedules,
alerts, and OnStar Vehicle . Chat live with online help
Customer Assistance for representatives.
Diagnostic Information. Schedule
Text Telephone (TTY) service appointments. . Locate owner resources such as
Users I : View and print dealer-recorded lease-end, financing, and
To assist customers who are deaf, service records and self-recorded warranty information.
hard of hearing, or speech-impaired service records. . Retrieve your favorite articles,
and who use Text Telephones D : Select a preferred dealer and quizzes, tips, and multimedia
(TTYs), Chevrolet has TTY view locations, maps, phone galleries organized into the
equipment available at its Customer numbers, and hours. Featured Articles and Auto Care
Assistance Center. Any TTY user in Sections.
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. Download owner manuals. General Motors of Canada also has . Odometer reading, Vehicle
. Find the a Mobility Program. Visit www.gm.ca Identification Number (VIN), and
Chevrolet-recommended or call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) delivery date of the vehicle.
maintenance services. for details. TTY users call . Description of the problem.
1-800-263-3830.
GM Mobility Coverage
Roadside Assistance Services are provided for the
Reimbursement Program Program duration of the vehicles powertrain
From the U.S., call 1-888-811-1926; warranty.
(Text Telephone (TTY): In the U.S., anyone driving the
1-888-889-2438). vehicle is covered. In Canada, a
From Canada, call 1-800-268-6800. person driving the vehicle without
permission from the owner is not
Service is available 24 hours a day, covered.
365 days a year.
This program is available to Roadside Assistance is not a part of
qualified applicants for cost Calling for Assistance the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
reimbursement of eligible General Motors North America and
When calling Roadside Assistance,
aftermarket adaptive equipment Chevrolet reserve the right to make
have the following information
required for the vehicle, such as any changes or discontinue the
ready:
hand controls or a wheelchair/ Roadside Assistance program at
scooter lift for the vehicle. . Your name, home address, and any time without notification.
home telephone number.
For more information on the limited General Motors North America and
offer, visit www.gmmobility.com or . Telephone number of your Chevrolet reserve the right to limit
call the GM Mobility Assistance location. services or payment to an owner or
Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text . Location of the vehicle. driver if they decide the claims are
Telephone (TTY) users, call made too often, or the same type of
. Model, year, color, and license claim is made many times.
1-800-833-9935.
plate number of the vehicle.
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Services Provided . Flat Tire Change: Service to Services Not Included in

. change a flat tire with the tire Roadside Assistance
Emergency Fuel Delivery:
sealant and compressor kit.
Delivery of enough fuel for the . Impound towing caused by
If the tire has been separated
vehicle to get to the nearest violation of any laws.
from the wheel, has damaged
service station. .
sidewalls, or has a large Legal fines.
. Lock-Out Service: Service to puncture, the tire is too severely . Mounting, dismounting,
unlock the vehicle if you are damaged for the tire sealant and
or changing of snow tires,
locked out. A remote unlock may compressor kit to be effective
chains, or other traction devices.
be available if you have OnStar. and the vehicle will have to be
For security reasons, the driver towed. It is the owner's Service is not provided if a vehicle
must present identification responsibility for the repair or is in an area that is not accessible
before this service is given. replacement of the tire if it is not to the service vehicle or is not a
. covered by the warranty. regularly traveled or maintained
Emergency Tow from a Public
. public road, which includes ice and
Road or Highway: Tow to the Battery Jump Start: Service to
winter roads. Off-road use is not
nearest certified Volt or ELR jump start a dead battery.
covered.
dealer for warranty service, or if . Trip Interruption Benefits and
the vehicle was in a crash and Services Specific to Canadian
Assistance: If your trip is
cannot be driven. Assistance is Vehicles
interrupted due to a warranty
not given when the vehicle is
event, incidental expenses may . Lock-Out Service: Vehicle
stuck in the sand, mud, or snow.
be reimbursed within the registration is required.
Emergency towing may be Powertrain warranty period.
covered during the Extended Items considered are reasonable . Trip Interruption Benefits and
Vehicle (EV) warranty. and customary hotel, meals, Assistance: Must be over
rental car, or a vehicle being 150 km (93 mi) from where the
delivered back to the customer, trip was started to qualify.
up to 805 km (500 mi). Pre-authorization, original
detailed receipts, and a copy of
the repair orders are required.
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Once authorization has been of your transportation needs, your Several Courtesy Transportation
received, the Roadside dealer can help minimize your options are available to assist in
Assistance advisor will help to inconvenience. reducing inconvenience when
make arrangements and explain If the vehicle cannot be scheduled warranty repairs are required.
how to receive payment. into the service department Courtesy Transportation is not a
. Alternative Service: If immediately, keep driving it until it part of the New Vehicle Limited
assistance cannot be provided can be scheduled for service, Warranty. A separate booklet
right away, the Roadside unless, of course, the problem is entitled Limited Warranty and
Assistance advisor may give safety related. If it is, please call Owner Assistance Information
permission to get local your dealership, let them know this, furnished with each new vehicle
emergency road service. You will and ask for instructions. provides detailed warranty coverage
receive payment, up to $100, If your dealer requests you to bring information.
after sending the original receipt the vehicle for service, you are
to Roadside Assistance. Transportation Options
urged to do so as early in the work
Mechanical failures may be day as possible to allow for Warranty service can generally be
covered, however any cost for same-day repair. completed while you wait. However,
parts and labor for repairs not if you are unable to do so, your
covered by the warranty are the dealer may offer the following
owner's responsibility. Courtesy Transportation transportation options:
Program
Shuttle Service
Scheduling Service To enhance your ownership
Appointments experience, we and our participating This includes one-way or round-trip
dealers are proud to offer Courtesy shuttle service within reasonable
When the vehicle requires warranty Transportation, a customer support time and distance parameters of
service, contact your dealer and program for vehicles with the your dealer's area.
request an appointment. By Bumper-to-Bumper (Base Warranty
scheduling a service appointment Coverage period in Canada), and
and advising the service consultant extended powertrain in both the
U.S. and Canada.
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Public Transportation or Fuel insurance coverage, credit card, etc. equipment and quality replacement
Reimbursement Additional fees such as fuel usage parts. Poorly performed collision
If overnight warranty repairs are charges, taxes, levies, usage fees, repairs diminish the vehicle resale
needed, and public transportation is excessive mileage, or rental usage value, and safety performance can
used, the expense must be beyond the completion of the repair be compromised in subsequent
supported by original receipts and are also your responsibility. collisions.
within the maximum amount allowed It may not be possible to provide a Collision Parts
by GM for shuttle service. If U.S. like vehicle as a courtesy rental.
customers arrange their own Genuine GM Collision parts are new
transportation, limited Additional Program parts made with the same materials
reimbursement for reasonable fuel Information and construction methods as the
expenses may be available. Claim parts with which the vehicle was
All program options, such as shuttle
amounts should reflect actual costs originally built. Genuine GM
service, may not be available at
and be supported by original Collision parts are the best choice to
every dealer. Contact your dealer
receipts. See your dealer for ensure that the vehicle's designed
for specific availability.
information. appearance, durability, and safety
General Motors reserves the right to are preserved. The use of Genuine
Courtesy Rental Vehicle unilaterally modify, change, GM parts can help maintain the GM
For an overnight warranty repair, the or discontinue Courtesy New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
dealer may provide an available Transportation at any time and to
Recycled original equipment parts
courtesy rental vehicle or provide for resolve all questions of claim
may also be used for repair. These
reimbursement of a rental vehicle. eligibility pursuant to the terms and
parts are typically removed from
Reimbursement is limited and must conditions described herein at its
vehicles that were total losses in
be supported by original receipts as sole discretion.
prior crashes. In most cases, the
well as a signed and completed parts being recycled are from
rental agreement and meet state/ Collision Damage Repair undamaged sections of the vehicle.
provincial, local, and rental vehicle If the vehicle is involved in a A recycled original equipment GM
provider requirements. collision and it is damaged, have the part may be an acceptable choice to
Requirements vary and may include damage repaired by a qualified maintain the vehicle's originally
minimum age requirements, technician using the proper designed appearance and safety
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performance; however, the history of center that has GM-trained Manufacturer (OEM) parts or
these parts is not known. Such parts technicians and comparable Genuine Manufacturer replacement
are not covered by the GM New equipment. parts. Read the lease carefully, as
Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any you may be charged at the end of
related failures are not covered by Insuring the Vehicle the lease for poor quality repairs.
that warranty. Protect your investment in the GM
vehicle with comprehensive and
If a Crash Occurs
Aftermarket collision parts are also
available. These are made by collision insurance coverage. There If there has been an injury, call
companies other than GM and may are significant differences in the emergency services for help. Do not
not have been tested for the vehicle. quality of coverage afforded by leave the scene of a crash until all
As a result, these parts may fit various insurance policy terms. matters have been taken care of.
poorly, exhibit premature durability/ Many insurance policies provide Move the vehicle only if its position
corrosion problems, and may not reduced protection to the GM puts you in danger, or you are
perform properly in subsequent vehicle by limiting compensation for instructed to move it by a police
collisions. Aftermarket parts are not damage repairs by using officer.
covered by the GM New Vehicle aftermarket collision parts. Some Give only the necessary information
Limited Warranty, and any vehicle insurance companies will not to police and other parties involved
failure related to such parts is not specify aftermarket collision parts. in the crash.
covered by that warranty. When purchasing insurance, we
recommend that you ensure that the For emergency towing see
Repair Facility vehicle will be repaired with GM Roadside Assistance
original equipment collision parts. Program 0 345.
GM also recommends that you
choose a collision repair facility that If such insurance coverage is not Gather the following information:
meets your needs before you ever available from your current
insurance carrier, consider switching . Driver name, address, and
need collision repairs. Your dealer telephone number.
may have a collision repair center to another insurance carrier.
with GM-trained technicians and If the vehicle is leased, the leasing . Driver license number.
state-of-the-art equipment, or be company may require you to have . Owner name, address, and
able to recommend a collision repair insurance that ensures repairs with telephone number.
Genuine GM Original Equipment
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. Vehicle license plate number. Managing the Vehicle Damage If another party's insurance
. Vehicle make, model, and Repair Process company is paying for the repairs,
model year. you are not obligated to accept a
In the event that the vehicle requires repair valuation based on that
. Vehicle Identification damage repairs, GM recommends insurance company's collision policy
Number (VIN). that you take an active role in its repair limits, as you have no
repair. If you have a pre-determined contractual limits with that company.
. Insurance company and policy repair facility of choice, take the
number. In such cases, you can have control
vehicle there, or have it towed there. of the repair and parts choices as
. General description of the Specify to the facility that any long as the cost stays within
damage to the other vehicle. required replacement collision parts reasonable limits.
be original equipment parts, either
Choose a reputable repair facility
new Genuine GM parts or recycled
that uses quality replacement parts.
original GM parts. Remember,
Service Publications
See Collision Parts earlier in this Ordering Information
recycled parts will not be covered by
section.
the GM vehicle warranty.
In a crash, the sensing system may Service Manuals
Insurance pays the bill for the repair,
shut down the high voltage system. Service Manuals have the diagnosis
but you must live with the repair.
See Battery - North America 0 256 and repair information on the
Depending on your policy limits,
for important safety information. engine, electric drive unit, axle,
your insurance company may
If an airbag has inflated, see What suspension, brakes, electrical,
initially value the repair using
Will You See after an Airbag steering, body, etc.
aftermarket parts. Discuss this with
Inflates? 0 68.
the repair professional, and insist on Service Bulletins
If the vehicle is damaged from a Genuine GM parts. Remember,
crash, flood, fire, or other event it if the vehicle is leased, you may be Service Bulletins give additional
may be necessary to have the obligated to have the vehicle technical service information
vehicle inspected. SeeBattery - repaired with Genuine GM parts, needed to knowledgeably service
North America 0 256 and High even if your insurance coverage General Motors cars and trucks.
Voltage Safety Information 0 19 for does not pay the full cost. Each bulletin contains instructions
important safety information. to assist in the diagnosis and
service of the vehicle.
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Owner Information Current and Past Models Radio Frequency

Owner publications are written Technical Service Bulletins and Statement
specifically for owners and intended Manuals are available for current
This vehicle has systems that
to provide basic operational and past model GM vehicles.
operate on a radio frequency that
information about the vehicle. The
ORDER TOLL FREE: complies with Part 15/Part 18 of the
Owner Manual includes the
1-800-551-4123 Monday - Friday Federal Communications
Maintenance Schedule for all
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Eastern Time Commission (FCC) rules and with
models.
For Credit Card Orders Only Industry Canada Standards
In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, RSS-GEN/210/216/220/251/310,
(VISA-MasterCard-Discover), visit
Owner Manual, and Warranty ICES001.
Helm, Inc. at: www.helminc.com
Booklet.
Or write to: Operation is subject to the following
RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 to two conditions:
$40.00 (U.S.) plus handling and Helm, Incorporated
Attention: Customer Service 1. The device may not cause
shipping fees.
47911 Halyard Drive harmful interference.
Without Pouch: Owner Manual only.
Plymouth, MI 48170 2. The device must accept any
RETAIL SELL PRICE: interference received, including
Prices are subject to change without
$25.00 (U.S.) plus handling and interference that may cause
notice and without incurring
shipping fees. undesired operation of the
obligation. Allow ample time for
delivery. device.
All listed prices are quoted in U.S. Changes or modifications to any of

funds. Make checks payable in U.S. these systems by other than an
funds. authorized service facility could void
authorization to use this equipment.
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Reporting Safety To contact NHTSA, you may call Transport Canada

the Vehicle Safety Hotline Road Safety Branch
Defects toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 80 rue Noel
(TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to Gatineau, QC J8Z 0A1
Reporting Safety Defects http://www.safercar.gov; or
to the United States write to: Reporting Safety Defects
Government Administrator, NHTSA
to General Motors
If you believe that your vehicle 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E. In addition to notifying NHTSA (or
Washington, D.C. 20590 Transport Canada) in a situation like
has a defect which could cause this, notify General Motors.
a crash or could cause injury or You can also obtain other
death, you should immediately information about motor Call 1-800-222-1020, or write:
inform the National Highway vehicle safety from Chevrolet Motor Division
Traffic Safety Administration http://www.safercar.gov. Chevrolet Customer
(NHTSA) in addition to notifying Assistance Center
General Motors. Reporting Safety Defects P.O. Box 33170
Detroit, MI 48232-5170
If NHTSA receives similar to the Canadian
In Canada, call 1-800-263-3777
complaints, it may open an Government (English) or 1-800-263-7854
investigation, and if it finds that If you live in Canada, and you (French), or write:
a safety defect exists in a group believe that the vehicle has a safety
of vehicles, it may order a recall General Motors of Canada
defect, notify Transport Canada
Company
and remedy campaign. immediately, and notify General
Customer Care Centre,
However, NHTSA cannot Motors of Canada Company. Call
Mail Code: CA1-163-005
become involved in individual Transport Canada at
1908 Colonel Sam Drive
problems between you, your 1-800-333-0510 or write to:
Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7
dealer, or General Motors.
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Vehicle Data Event Data Recorders These data can help provide a
better understanding of the
Recording and This vehicle is equipped with an circumstances in which crashes and
event data recorder (EDR). The injuries occur.
Privacy main purpose of an EDR is to
record, in certain crash or near Note
The vehicle has a number of
crash-like situations, such as an air EDR data are recorded by your
computers that record information
bag deployment or hitting a road vehicle only if a non-trivial crash
about the vehicles performance and
how it is driven. For example, the obstacle, data that will assist in situation occurs; no data are
understanding how a vehicles recorded by the EDR under normal
vehicle uses computer modules to
systems performed. The EDR is driving conditions and no personal
monitor and control engine and
designed to record data related to data (e.g., name, gender, age, and
electric drive unit performance, to
monitor the conditions for airbag vehicle dynamics and safety crash location) are recorded.
systems for a short period of time, However, other parties, such as law
deployment and to deploy them in a
typically 30 seconds or less. The enforcement, could combine the
crash, and, if equipped, to provide
EDR in this vehicle is designed to EDR data with the type of
antilock braking to help the driver
control the vehicle. These modules record such data as: personally identifying data routinely
acquired during a crash
may store data to help the dealer . How various systems in your
investigation.
technician service the vehicle. vehicle were operating;
Some modules may also store data To read data recorded by an EDR,
. Whether or not the driver and
about how the vehicle is operated, special equipment is required, and
such as rate of fuel consumption or passenger safety belts were access to the vehicle or the EDR is
average speed. These modules may buckled/fastened; needed. In addition to the vehicle
retain personal preferences, such as . How far (if at all) the driver was manufacturer, other parties, such as
radio presets, seat positions, and depressing the accelerator and/ law enforcement, that have the
temperature settings. or brake pedal; and, special equipment, can read the
. How fast the vehicle was information if they have access to
traveling. the vehicle or the EDR.
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GM will not access these data or OnStar Terms and Conditions and
share it with others except: with the Privacy Statement on the OnStar
consent of the vehicle owner or, website.
if the vehicle is leased, with the See OnStar Additional
consent of the lessee; in response Information 0 360.
to an official request by police or
similar government office; as part of
GM's defense of litigation through Infotainment System
the discovery process; or, as If the vehicle is equipped with a
required by law. Data that GM navigation system as part of the
collects or receives may also be infotainment system, use of the
used for GM research needs or may system may result in the storage of
be made available to others for destinations, addresses, telephone
research purposes, where a need is numbers, and other trip information.
shown and the data is not tied to a See the infotainment manual for
specific vehicle or vehicle owner. information on stored data and for
deletion instructions.
OnStar
If the vehicle is equipped with
OnStar and has an active
subscription, additional data may be
collected through the OnStar
system. This includes information
about the vehicles operation;
collisions involving the vehicle; the
use of the vehicle and its features;
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355
The OnStar system status light is
OnStar Services next to the OnStar buttons. If the
Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356 status light is:
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356
Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 357 = Voice Command Button . Solid Green: System is ready.
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 357 Q Blue OnStar Button . Flashing Green: On a call.
Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 359
> 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 360 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 vehicles 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
vehicles navigation screen, OnStar ready, then a tone. download directions to the vehicles
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 OnStar Subscribers can access the
combination of letters, numbers, the Wi-Fi hotspot name (SSID), following services from a mobile
and symbols to increase the password, and on some device:
security. vehicles, the connection type . Remotely start/stop the vehicle,
. Change the default name of the (no Internet connection, 3G, if factory-equipped.
SSID (Service Set Identifier). 4G, 4G LTE), and signal quality
(poor, good, excellent). . Lock/unlock doors, if equipped
This is your networks name that with automatic locks.
is visible to other wireless 3. To change the SSID or
devices. Choose a unique name . Activate the horn and lamps.
password, press Q or call
and avoid family names or 1-888-4ONSTAR to connect . Check the vehicles fuel level, oil
vehicle descriptions. with an Advisor. life, or tire pressure,
OnStar Wi-Fi Hotspot (If After initial set-up, your vehicles if factory-equipped with the Tire
Equipped) Wi-Fi hotspot will connect Pressure Monitor System.
The vehicle may have a built-in automatically to your mobile . Send directions to the vehicle.
Wi-Fi hotspot that provides access devices. Manage data usage by . Locate the vehicle on a map
to the Internet and web content at turning Wi-Fi on or off on your (U.S. market only).
4G LTE speed. Up to seven mobile mobile device, using the
RemoteLink mobile app, or by . Turn the vehicle's Wi-Fi hotspot
devices can be connected. A data
plan is required. Use the in-vehicle contacting an OnStar Advisor. on/off, manage settings, and
controls only when it is safe to monitor data consumption,
OnStar RemoteLink Mobile App if equipped.
do so. (If Equipped)
1. To retrieve Wi-Fi hotspot For OnStar RemoteLink information
Download the OnStar RemoteLink and compatibility, see
information, press =, wait for mobile app to select Apple www.onstar.com (U.S.) or
the prompt, then say Wi-Fi iOS, Android, BlackBerry, www.onstar.ca (Canada).
settings. On some vehicles, or Windows mobile devices.
touch Wi-Fi Settings on the
screen.
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Remote Services Calling 911 Emergency Verify Minutes and Expiration

Contact an OnStar Advisor to 1. Press =. System responds: Press = and say Minutes then
unlock the doors or sound the horn OnStar ready. Verify to check how many minutes
and flash the lamps. remain and their expiration date.
2. Say Call. System responds:
OnStar AtYourService Call. Please say the name or
number to call. Diagnostics
OnStar Advisors can provide offers
from restaurants and retailers on 3. Say 911 without pausing. Advanced Diagnostics provides a
your route, help locate hotels, System responds: 911. status of the vehicles key systems
or book a room. These services with a monthly e-mail or by pressing
4. Say Call. System responds: Q. The Proactive Alerts feature (if
vary by market.
OK, dialing 911. available) can help predict and alert
OnStar Hands-Free Calling Retrieve My Number of potential upcoming maintenance
Make and receive calls with the issues with select components on
built-in wireless calling service, 1. Press =. System responds: the vehicle, before they become a
which requires available minutes. OnStar ready. problem.
Make a Call 2. Say My number. System OnStar can also monitor and report
responds: Your OnStar tire pressure, if the vehicle is
1. Press =. System responds: Hands-Free Calling number is, equipped with a Tire Pressure
OnStar ready. then says the number. Monitoring System.
2. Say Call. System responds: End a Call
Call. Please say the name or
number to call. Press =. System responds: Call
ended.
3. Say the entire number without
pausing, including a 1 and the
area code. System responds:
OK, calling.
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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 0 351. 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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362 OnStar
A temporary loss of GPS can cause to function properly. These systems settings. These updates or changes
loss of the ability to send a may not operate if the battery is may also collect personal
Turn-by-Turn Navigation route. The discharged or disconnected. information. Such collection is
Advisor may give a verbal route or described in the OnStar privacy
may ask for a call back after the Add-on Electrical Equipment statement or separately disclosed at
vehicle is driven into an open area. The OnStar system is integrated the time of installation. These
into the electrical architecture of the updates or changes may also cause
Cellular and GPS Antennas vehicle. Do not add any electrical a system to automatically
Cellular reception is required for equipment. See Add-On Electrical communicate with GM servers to
OnStar to send remote signals to Equipment 0 234. Added electrical collect information about vehicle
the vehicle. Do not place items over equipment may interfere with the system status, identify whether
or near the antenna to prevent operation of the OnStar system and updates or changes are available,
blocking cellular and GPS signal cause it to not operate. or deliver updates or changes. An
reception. active OnStar agreement constitutes
Vehicle Software Updates consent to these software updates
Unable to Connect to OnStar OnStar or GM may remotely deliver or changes and agreement that
Message software updates or changes to the either OnStar or GM may remotely
If there is limited cellular coverage vehicle without further notice or deliver them to the vehicle.
or the cellular network has reached consent. These updates or changes
Privacy
maximum capacity, this message may enhance or maintain safety,
may come on. Press Q to try the security, or the operation of the The complete OnStar Privacy
vehicle or the vehicle systems. Statement may be found at
call again or try again after driving a
Software updates or changes may www.onstar.com (U.S.),
few miles into another cellular area.
affect or erase data or settings that or www.onstar.ca (Canada). We
Vehicle and Power Issues are stored in the vehicle, such as recommend that you review it. If you
OnStar Hands-Free Calling name have any questions, call
OnStar services require a vehicle 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827)
tags, saved navigation destinations,
electrical system, wireless service,
and GPS satellite technologies to be
or pre-set radio stations. Neither or press Q to speak with an
OnStar nor GM is responsible for Advisor. Users of wireless
available and operating for features
any affected or erased data or communications are cautioned that
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Airbags
Index A
Accessories and Adding Equipment to the
Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237 Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Accessory Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177 Passenger Status Indicator . . . 108
Adaptive Cruise Control . . . . . . . . 196 Readiness Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Add-On Electrical Equipment . . . 234 Servicing Airbag-Equipped
Additional Information Vehicles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 360 System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Additional Maintenance Alarm
and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331 Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine . . . . . . . 246 Alert
Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157 Lane Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .211
Air Filter, Passenger Side Blind Zone (SBZA) . . . . . . .211
Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162 All-Season Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162 Antilock Brake System (ABS) . . . 188
Airbag System Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112
Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Appearance Care
How Does an Airbag Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314
Restrain? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319
Passenger Sensing System . . . . 69 Assistance Program,
What Makes an Airbag Roadside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345
Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Assistance Systems for
What Will You See after an Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
Airbag Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Assistance Systems for
When Should an Airbag Parking and Backing . . . . . . . . . . 204
Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Automatic
Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . . . . 65 Climate Control System . . . . . . . 157
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
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Automatic (cont'd) Bulb Replacement (cont'd) Charging (cont'd)

Forward Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210 Taillamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261 Plug-In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215
Headlamp System . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286 Programmable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
Utility Interruption . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228
B C
Wireless . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Charging Status Screens . . . . . . . 217
Power Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 California
Charging System Light . . . . . . . . . 109
Battery - North America . . . .256, 305 Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . 230
Check
Battery and Charging Perchlorate Materials
Malfunction Indicator
Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
Engine Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Battery Gauge California
Child Restraints
High Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Proposition
Infants and Young Children . . . . . 77
Blade Replacement, Wiper . . . . . 258 65 Warning . . . . . . . . . .236, 256, 305
Lower Anchors and Tethers
Brake Canadian Vehicle Owners . . . . . . . . 2
for Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Parking, Electric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188 Capacities and
Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
System Warning Light . . . . . . . . . 111 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 338
Securing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88, 90
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254 Carbon Monoxide
Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Antilock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188 Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
Cleaning
Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254 Hatch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314
Regenerative Braking . . . . . . . . . 190 Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319
System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Cargo
Climate Control Systems
Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166 Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Automatic Forward . . . . . . . . . . . 210 Caution, Danger, and Warning . . . . 3
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Break-In, New Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 175 Center Console Storage . . . . . . . . . 94
Cluster, Instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262 Chains, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291
Collision Damage Repair . . . . . . . 348
Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260 Charge Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222
Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . 304
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259 Charging
Compartments
Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260 Delay Override . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
License Plate Lamps . . . . . . . . . 261 Electrical Requirements . . . . . . 229
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Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Customer Information Drive Unit

Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Service Publications Electric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Compressor Kit, Tire Sealant . . . 293 Ordering Information . . . . . . . . 350 Driver Assistance Systems . . . . . 203
Connections Customer Satisfaction Driver Efficiency Gauge . . . . . . . . 106
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 357 Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 341 Driver Information
Control Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
D
Traction and Electronic Driver Mode Control . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
Damage Repair, Collision . . . . . . . 348
Stability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192 Driver Selected Operating
Danger, Warning, and Caution . . . . 3
Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166 Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
Data Collection
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Driving
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . 354
Coolant Assistance Systems . . . . . . . . . . 208
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 354
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250 Defensive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Data Recorders, Event . . . . . . . . . 353
Engine Temperature Drunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Daytime Running
Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114 Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . 169
Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . .248, 249 If the Vehicle is Stuck . . . . . . . . . 171
Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Engine Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Delayed Charging Override . . . . . 217
Courtesy Transportation Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347 Vehicle Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . 171
Diagnostics
Cover Wet Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 359
Cargo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Distracted Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194 Driving for Better Energy
Dome Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117 Efficiency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Door
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Ajar Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117 E
Cruise Control, Adaptive . . . . . . . . 196
Ajar Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Electric Drive Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . 344
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Electric Drive Unit Messages . . . 134
Offices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343
Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Electric Drive Unit Shift Lock
Text Telephone (TTY)
Power Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Control Function Check . . . . . . . 258
Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344
Drive Belt Routing, Engine . . . . . . 340 Electric Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180
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Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . 188 Engine (cont'd) Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Electric Parking Brake Light . . . . 111 Cooling System Messages . . . 134 Forward Automatic Braking . . . . . 210
Electrical Equipment, Drive Belt Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . 340 Forward Collision Alert
Add-On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234 Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185 (FCA) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
Electrical Requirements for Oil Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245 Frequency Statement
Battery Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229 Oil Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 351
Electrical System Oil Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . .115 Front Seats
Engine Compartment Fuse Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253 Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263 Running While Parked . . . . . . . . 186 Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Instrument Panel Fuse Engine Unavailable Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266 Out of Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183 Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Overload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262 Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 Filling a Portable Fuel
Rear Compartment Fuse Event Data Recorders . . . . . . . . . . 353 Container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269 Exit Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Emergency Extended Range Mode . . . . . . . . . 180 Foreign Countries . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356 Extender, Safety Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Energy Efficiency Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . . . 149 Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . .116
Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Requirements, California . . . . . 230
F
Energy Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Filter,
Engine Function Check
Engine Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . 246
Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246 Electric Drive Unit Shift
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Check and Service Engine Lock Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258
Flashers, Hazard Warning . . . . . . 152
Soon Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Fuses
Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291
Compartment Overview . . . . . . . 242 Engine Compartment Fuse
Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299
Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250 Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263
Floor Mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322
Coolant Temperature Instrument Panel Fuse
Fluid
Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114 Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . 248, 249
Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253
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Fuses (cont'd) Headlamps (cont'd) I

Rear Compartment Fuse Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259 Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269 Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 Indicator
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 260 Vehicle Ahead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113
G
Daytime Running Infants and Young Children,
Gauges
Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 Information
Driver Efficiency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . .116 Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . 151 Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Lamps On Reminder . . . . . . . . . .117 Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . . 354
Power Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Heated Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . 46
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Warning Lights and
Heated Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 J
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
General Information Jump Starting - North
Heating and Air Conditioning . . . 157
Service and Maintenance . . . . . 324 America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305
High Voltage Battery Gauge . . . . 105
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
High Voltage Devices and K
Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262 Key and Lock Messages . . . . . . . . 135
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Keyless Entry
GM Mobility Reimbursement
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . . 169 Remote (RKE) System . . . . . . . . . 30
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345
Hill Start Assist (HSA) . . . . . . . . . . 190 Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
H Hold Mode Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260
L
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
Labeling, Tire Sidewall . . . . . . . . . . 273
Hatch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Lamps
Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . 152 How to Wear Safety Belts
Daytime Running (DRL) . . . . . . 151
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Dome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260
Exterior Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
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Lamps (cont'd) Lighting (cont'd) Lights (cont'd)

License Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261 LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260 Traction Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113
Malfunction Indicator . . . . . . . . . 109 Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Locks
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Airbag Readiness . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 Automatic Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117 Antilock Brake System Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 (ABS) Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112 Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Taillamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261 Brake System Warning . . . . . . . . 111 Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . . . 211 Charging System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Power Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Lane Departure Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Warning (LDW) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213 Door Ajar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117 Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) . . . . . . . . 213 Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . 111 Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . . . 116
Lane Keep Assist Light . . . . . . . . . 113 Engine Coolant Low-Profile Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Temperature Warning . . . . . . . .114 Lower Anchors and Tethers
LATCH System Engine Oil Pressure . . . . . . . . . . .115 for Children (LATCH
Replacing Parts after a Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 High-Beam On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
M
LATCH, Lower Anchors and High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . 151
Maintenance
Tethers for Children . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Low Fuel Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 336
LED Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260 Mountain Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113
Maintenance and Care
Lifting the Vehicle, Tires . . . . . . . . 237 Safety Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . 107
Additional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331
Light Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
Maintenance Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
Hold Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113 Service Electric Parking
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . 326
Ready Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116 Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112
Vehicle Ready . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116 Sport Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112
Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334
Lighting StabiliTrak OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . . 109
Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115
Messages
Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 Traction Control System
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Illumination Control . . . . . . . . . . . 153 (TCS)/StabiliTrak . . . . . . . . . . .114
Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
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Messages (cont'd) Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193 Older Children, Restraints . . . . . . . 75

Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Driver Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193 Online Owner Center . . . . . . . . . . . 344
Door Ajar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Electric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180 OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 354
Electric Drive Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Extended Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180 OnStar Additional
Engine Cooling System . . . . . . . 134 Hold Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113 Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 360
Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Modes OnStar Connections . . . . . . . . . . . 357
Fuel System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Driver Selected . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181 OnStar Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . 359
Key and Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183 OnStar Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . 356
Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Monitor System, Tire OnStar Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 357
Object Detection System . . . . . 136 Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280 OnStar Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355
Propulsion Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Mountain Mode Light . . . . . . . . . . . 113 OnStar Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356
Ride Control System . . . . . . . . . . 138 Ordering
N
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Service Publications . . . . . . . . . . 350
Navigation
Service Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Out of Fuel/Engine
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 357
Starting the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Unavailable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . . . . 175
Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Outlets
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 O Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Vehicle Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Object Detection System Overheating, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . 253
Vehicle Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
P
Mirrors
Park
Automatic Dimming Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Shifting Into . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Off-Road
Shifting Out of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
Convex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Parking
Folding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Oil
Brake and P (Park)
Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243
Mechanism Check . . . . . . . . . . 258
Manual Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . 245
Over Things That Burn . . . . . . . 179
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Parking Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204
Mirrors, Interior Rearview . . . . . . . . 46 Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115
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Parking or Backing Proposition Replacement Parts

Assistance Systems . . . . . . . . . . 204 65 Warning, Airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Passenger Airbag Status California . . . . . . . . . . . .236, 256, 305 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 335
Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 Propulsion Power Messages . . . 138 Replacing Airbag System . . . . . . . . 75
Passenger Compartment Air Replacing LATCH System
R
Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162 Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Radio Frequency Statement . . . . 351
Passenger Sensing System . . . . . 69 Replacing Safety Belt System
Reading Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Perchlorate Materials Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Ready Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Requirements, California . . . . . . 236 Reporting Safety Defects
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Personalization Canadian Government . . . . . . . . 352
Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352
Rear Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Plug-In Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215 U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352
Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . . 204
Power Requirements
Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175 Electrical Battery Charging . . . 229
Automatic Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Restraints
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Flows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117 Where to Put . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Indicator Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Retained Accessory
Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Power (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Records
Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Ride Control Systems
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 336
Protection, Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Recreational Vehicle Towing . . . . 312
Retained Accessory (RAP) . . . 177 Roads
Regenerative Braking . . . . . . . . . . . 190
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Driving, Wet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Reimbursement Program,
Pregnancy, Using Safety Belts . . . 61 Roadside Assistance
GM Mobility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345
Privacy Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345
Vehicle Data Recording . . . . . . . 353 Rotation, Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Program Routing, Engine Drive Belt . . . . . . 340
Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Courtesy Transportation . . . . . . 347 Running the Vehicle While
Replacement Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
Programmable Charging . . . . . . . . 119 Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
9807421) - 2017 - CRC - 11/18/15
Index 373
S Security (cont'd) Signals, Turn and

Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Lane-Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356 Spare Tire
Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Compact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304
How to Wear Safety Belts Vehicle Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Special Application Services . . . . 331
Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Service Specifications and
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Accessories and Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 338
Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237 Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Replacing after a Crash . . . . . . . . 62 Doing Your Own Work . . . . . . . . 239 Sport Mode Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Use During Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . 61 Engine Soon Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 StabiliTrak
Safety Defects Reporting Maintenance Records . . . . . . . . 336 OFF Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
Canadian Government . . . . . . . . 352 Maintenance, General Start
General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352 Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324 Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352 Parts Identification Label . . . . . 337 Start Assist, Hills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Publications Ordering Starting and Stopping the
Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350 Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176
Scheduling Appointments . . . . . . . 347 Scheduling Appointments . . . . . 347 Starting the Vehicle
Sealant Kit, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293 Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Seats Service Electric Parking Status Screens
Adjustment, Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Brake Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Services Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Heated Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Special Application . . . . . . . . . . . 331 Heated Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Heated, Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Servicing the Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Shifting Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177 Storage
Securing Child Restraints . . . . 88, 90 Out of Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178 Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Security Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) . . . 211 Storage Areas
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116 Cargo Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
9807421) - 2017 - CRC - 11/18/15
374 Index
Storage Areas (cont'd) Tires (cont'd) Towing

Center Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Compact Spare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304 General Information . . . . . . . . . . 234
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275 Recreational Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 312
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . . . 93 Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287 Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .311
Storing the Tire Sealant and If a Tire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . . . 291 Traction
Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299 Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284 Control System (TCS)/
Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171 Lifting the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237 StabiliTrak Light . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Low Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273 Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113
Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Traction Control/Electronic
System Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115 Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Forward Collision Pressure Monitor Operation . . 281 Transportation Program,
Alert (FCA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208 Pressure Monitor System . . . . . 280 Courtesy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347
Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156, 354 Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284 Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
System Operation Sealant and Turn and Lane-Change
Electric Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179 Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293 Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Systems Sealant and Compressor
U
Driver Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203 Kit, Storing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299
Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . 288
Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273
T Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Terminology and Definitions . . 276
Taillamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261 Utility Interruption of
Uniform Tire Quality
Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . 344 Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228
Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288
Theft-Deterrent Systems . . . . . . . . . 44
Wheel Alignment and Tire V
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289 Vehicle
Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 289 Alarm System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271
When It Is Time for New Canadian Owners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
All-Season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285 Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286
Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272 Identification Number (VIN) . . . 337
Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291
Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299
9807421) - 2017 - CRC - 11/18/15
Index 375
Vehicle (cont'd) Warnings

Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132 Hazard Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Personalization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253
Reminder Messages . . . . . . . . . . 140 Wheels
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Alignment and Tire Balance . . 289
Speed Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287
Starting and Stopping . . . . . . . . . 176 Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .311 When It Is Time for New
Vehicle Ahead Indicator . . . . . . . . 113 Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285
Vehicle Care Where to Put the Restraint . . . . . . 81
Storing the Tire Sealant Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
and Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . 299 Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278 Windshield
Vehicle Data Recording and Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353 Winter
Vehicle Ready Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Ventilation, Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162 Winter Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . . . 258
Voltage Devices and Wiring . . . . 262 Wireless Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Wiring, High Voltage Devices . . . 262
W
Warning
Brake System Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Caution and Danger . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Lane Departure (LDW) . . . . . . . 213
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

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Introduction For vehicles first sold in Canada, Canadian Vehicle Owners

Danger, Warning, and Vehicle Symbol Chart

In Brief Vehicle Features

Initial Drive Press the key release button to Remote Start

Hatch Windows Seat Adjustment

To adjust the seat position:

Height Adjustment Reclining Seatbacks 2. Push and pull on the seatback

Move the lever up or down to raise To recline the seatback:

The rear reading lamps are in the

Exterior Lighting See:

INT : Move the lever up to INT for

Climate Controls Vehicle Features

Steering Wheel Controls

7. Temperature Control Knob

1 : Press to turn the cruise control Forward Collision Alert

This vehicle has a high voltage

If the vehicle is in a crash, the the vehicle be plugged in when

End Charge Important Information about . Mount the charging cord to

Charge Cord Status Indicators 2. When the READY TO REFUEL

Driving for Better Energy Acceleration/Braking/Coasting Use Mountain Mode prior to

Less energy is used at low fan Engine Assisted Heating, Maintenance

Keys, Doors, and Windows 29

Keys, Doors, and Exterior Mirrors

30 Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keys, Doors, and Windows 31

32 Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keys, Doors, and Windows 33

34 Keys, Doors, and Windows

When all additional transmitters The Driver Information Center

Keys, Doors, and Windows 35

When all additional transmitters

36 Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keys, Doors, and Windows 37

38 Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keys, Doors, and Windows 39

Door Locks Warning (Continued)

{ Warning . Outsiders can easily enter

40 Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keys, Doors, and Windows 41

42 Keys, Doors, and Windows

To open a rear door when the safety Doors

Keys, Doors, and Windows 43

Vehicle Alarm System

44 Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keys, Doors, and Windows 45

If the engine still does not start, and Exterior Mirrors

46 Keys, Doors, and Windows

Power Mirrors Folding Mirrors Interior Mirrors

Heated Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror

Keys, Doors, and Windows 47

Windows The vehicle aerodynamics are

48 Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keys, Doors, and Windows 49

press and hold K on the RKE

Pull the sun visor down to block

50 Seats and Restraints

Seats and Airbag System

Seats and Restraints 51

52 Seats and Restraints

Rear Seats To lower the head restraint, press Front Seats

The height of the head restraint can

Seats and Restraints 53

3. Try to move the seat back and